Senator David Koehler

46th District, Illinois State Senate

Throughout his life, Illinois State Senator David Koehler has served the public in an astonishingly diverse set of roles. A native of South Dakota, he became a Peorian in 1978 when he was recruited to be a community organizer for the Friendship House. In 2006, after serving as administrative assistant to State Senator George Shadid, he succeeded his mentor as Senator of the 46th District.

Features

Publisher's Note

Sustainability: The Very Essence of Business

“An environmentalist, a paper mill rep and a magazine publisher walk into a bar. The environmentalist says to the other two…well, nothing. Those three would never drink together.”

Rehabilitating Our Water Infrastructure

Typical water pipe systems are designed to last for 100 years. Today, U.S. cities depend on pipes well beyond their intended life.

Civic Center Revitalization: A One-Year Review

Just one year ago, the red ribbons were cut, opening the newly expanded exhibit hall, and shortly thereafter, the beautiful fourth-floor ballroom in the Peoria Civic Center.

Getting the Most Out of Your Pension

It is important to learn the facts about your plan to make sure you obtain the benefits to which you are entitled.

To Be or Not To Be a Safe Harbor

If you are an employer who has or is considering establishing a 401(k) plan, one of your key decisions is whether it should be a safe harbor 401(k) plan.

A Little Green Cleaning

With hopes of revolutionizing the regional cleaning industry, Robert Jones operates three companies focused on environmentally friendly cleaning supplies and procedures.

Also in This Issue...

Emergency Notification System for Your Business? Really!

In the aftermath of tragedy, it becomes clear that there are numerous shortcomings in the way we communicate the warning, notification and response of a disaster situation.

Guidance on the Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction

The IRS has issued Notice 2006-52, which provides interim guidance for taking the energy efficient commercial buildings deduction (Internal Revenue Code Section 179D).

The Five-Point Star of Marketing

Do people remember the concept of the ad, but don’t remember who it was for?
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