Mayor Elected to the IML Board of Directors

FOX LAKE, IL - The Illinois Municipal League (IML) elected officers and members to its Board of Directors at its Annual Business Meeting, held September 21, as a part of the 111th IML Annual Conference at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

IML membership unanimously elected Mayor Deborah Frank Feinen, City of Champaign, to serve a one-year term as President. Also elected during the conference were Village President Sheila Chalmers-Currin, Village of Matteson, as First Vice President, and Mayor Gary W. Manier, City of Washington, as Second Vice President.

In addition to the officers, 36 Vice Presidents were elected to serve a one-year term, and eight IML Past Presidents continue to serve on the statewide association's Board of Directors. Mayor Donny Schmit of the Village of Fox Lake was elected to serve as a Vice President.

"It is a privilege to be elected to assist in advocating for the benefit of all 1,294 Illinois municipalities," said Schmit. "By working together, we can champion the needs of local government at the state and federal levels to bring about a brighter future for Illinois."

Donny Schmit is the 23rd Mayor of Fox Lake, dedicated to maintaining Fox Lake as a wonderful place to live and conduct business. During his tenure, he and the Board have approved a five-year Strategic Plan for the Village, with three Strategic Planning Teams. Several projects have been completed, and many are underway. Some of these include revamping the sign ordinance, investing in the Village water system, developing a complete streets program, creating a brand style guide including new town signage, upgrading to a new phone system, creating a Capital Improvement Program, and placing an emphasis on media communication, including but not limited to town and e-newsletters, as well as increased website and social media presence.

Furthermore, the staff, workers, board members, and community have worked diligently to bring the Lakefront Park renovations to fruition. The Village continues to streamline the building and permit process with improvements implemented by the Economic and Development Department. With encouragement and support from Mayor Schmit and the Village Board, they have also been working on a Village-wide Comprehensive Plan, which aims to envision a vibrant and resilient future shaped by the memories, experiences, and aspirations of the Village residents. This plan seeks to balance growth and preservation, enhance the Village's unique charm and picturesque scenery, and foster economic development and an improved quality of life for all residents.

Mayor Donny Schmit has whole-heartedly welcomed input from the residents and business members, always ready and willing to listen to any concerns and/or suggestions brought forward to this administration. The future of Fox Lake is built on the partnerships developed with the community members, and working together effectively, the Village of Fox Lake and its community will grow and prosper under the leadership of Mayor Schmit.

ABOUT THE ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE

The Illinois Municipal League is the statewide association representing municipalities throughout Illinois. IML has worked continuously for the benefit of all 1,294 cities, villages and towns in Illinois to provide a formal voice on matters involving common interests. The League is managed under the general direction of Chief Executive Officer Brad Cole, former Mayor of the City of Carbondale.

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About the Village of Fox Lake: The Village of Fox Lake (population 10,978) is located 55 miles northwest of downtown Chicago and 20 miles west of Waukegan, Illinois. Fox Lake is located in Lake and McHenry counties. The Village is located on the South Shore of Pistakee Lake, Nippersink Lake, and Fox Lake, three connected water bodies that form part of the Chain O'Lakes system

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