Above / The 2020 State of the City Address featuring remarks by Mayor Steve Chirico and hosted by the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce has been rescheduled until Mon., May 18, 2020, as a virtual presentation in Naperville. The community is invited to watch this signature event of the NACC. (PN File Photo)
UPDATE, May 13, 2020 / ‘State of the City’ will run virtually at 11:30AM May 18
As a result of the global pandemic, this event will be covering a diverse array of information important to our community as we face new challenges – never imagined would be a part of our collective 2020. This event, in its 30th year, will be presented virtually beginning at 11:30AM on Mon., May 18. The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce is adapting and working to make sure the community still gets the Mayor Steve Chirco’s much-needed information delivered in a timely fashion.
According to the online registration information, the virtual address is expected to run from 11:30AM to 12:15PM.
The community is welcome to watch this virtual address by Mayor Chirico brought to you by the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce. A link for viewing will be emailed to registrants at 11AM on Mon., May 18.
Register now ($50 Chamber Members / $75 Community Members) under “Events” at www.naperville.net.
Please continue to read trusted resources about how to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and what to do if you suspect you may be affected. (Earlier today, March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization made the assessment that Coronavirus or COVID-19 can be characterized as a pandemic.)
The Chamber will issue refunds to any business or individual who is unable to join us on our new date of May 18, 2020. Please email chamber@naperville.net with questions regarding refunds.
Original Post, March 4, 2020 / The 2020 State of the City Address hosted by the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce (NACC) will be held on Monday, March 16, 2020 at the Chicago Marriott Naperville. This highly anticipated annual address by Naperville Mayor Steve Chirico serves as a recap of the year’s significant achievements, marks milestones, and identifies programs and initiatives the community can expect in the coming year.
Now in its 30th year, the State of the City address has become a landmark event for the Mayors of Naperville and an opportunity for business and civic leaders, as well as the community to further engage in their local government. “Giving the State of the City address each year before the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce membership and guests is a highlight and privilege,” Mayor Steve Chirico said.
The NACC believes in providing quality programming that supports their overall mission to engage the community by being a resource. Kaylin Risvold, President and CEO of the NACC is proud of this annual event and the partnership that’s been forged with the city.
“The NACC is fortunate to have a fantastic relationship with the City of Naperville,” noted Risvold in the news release. “It is through this long-standing partnership that we can continue to come together to advocate for our community businesses. This signature showcase of our town is something we are proud to present to the community.”
Looking forward to this year’s address, Mayor Chirico also provided a written statement.
“There is no shortage of exciting news to share from this past year,” said the Mayor. “And as we enter a new decade, there is no better time to come together and recommit to reinvestment in our community. That reinvestment takes many forms, as attendees will hear, and is the foundation for Naperville’s continued success in 2020 and beyond.”
In addition, Mayor Chirico will recognize city officials and employees for their contributions that support Naperville.
Event registration and networking begin at 11AM with the program and lunch beginning at 11:30AM. Register online at www.naperville.net. Due to the popularity of this luncheon, early registration is recommended. Walk-in registration will not be available.
Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce since 1913
The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce is the largest suburban Chamber in Illinois with an active membership of 1,200 organizations of every size and from every sector. The NACC promotes economic growth and advocacy in and around the Naperville area. For its efforts in promoting free enterprise and the business community, the Chamber has been recognized with 5-Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, an honor bestowed on only 1 percent of Chambers, out of the nearly 7,000 in the nation.
For more information about all the NACC programs and initiatives, visit www.naperville.net.
Submitted by Kelli Keyzers, Director, Marketing & Communications, for the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce.
