As Vermilion County, IL approaches its 200th anniversary, the Vermilion County Museum
and a dedicated team of volunteers are planning a celebration to honor the county’s rich
history and unique communities. A key component of this milestone will be a county-wide
calendar highlighting parades, festivals, annual community celebrations, and other special
events taking place between November 2025 and December 2026.
Local organizations and event planners are invited to submit their upcoming events for
inclusion in the anniversary calendar. In addition to promoting these events, the
anniversary team hopes to attend and participate in as many celebrations as possible
throughout the county.
“We want to ensure that all of Vermilion County’s communities are represented in this
historic celebration,” says Sue Richter, 200th Anniversary Co-Chair. “This is an opportunity
to showcase the traditions, culture, and community spirit that make our county so special.”
Richter and Todd Lee are co-chairing the anniversary celebration.
To have an event in the official 200th-anniversary calendar, organizers should
submit event details—including name, date, time, location, and a brief description—via
email to lisa@whitesmith.us by June 1, 2025. Organizations are also encouraged to share
this invitation with others who may have relevant events.
For more information about Vermilion County’s 200th-anniversary celebration, please
contact Sue Richter at the Vermilion County Museum.

Tuesday is Election Day in Illinois, the question is will there be a decent  voter turnout?

The  early voting has been slow, and this type of election usually has a low turnout. Vermilion county Clerk Cathy Jenkins says people are tired of politics, but this is an important election

         

 

You can still vote in the upcoming election, even if you have not registered. Sandra Delhaye, executive director of the Danville Election Commission, says you can register and vote the same day.

         

 

Those living outside of the city of Danville must register with the County Clerk. Both offices are located in the Vermilion County Administration Building at 201 N Vermilion Street in Danville. 

And if you need information on who is running and where to vote, that’s available online according to chief Deputy clerk Robin Hefferen.

 

Both election authorities encourage voter participation to have your voice heard. Polling places will be open until 7 p.m. on Tuesday. 

 Get ready to jump, run, and power-up for the First Fridays: 5K  Super Run & Walk on April 4th from 5-8 PM. The race will start at 6 PM. This Mario-themed  race promises fun for all ages with exciting challenges, costumes, and the chance to win cash  prizes and medals! 

Registration is $10.00 and the T-shirts are $15.00. Kids 5 years old and under race for FREE. 

Day-of registration will be available from 5-5:45 PM or pre-registration is available here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44ACAF2DA3FEC43-54866008-downtown#/ 

For the safety of the participants, roads will be closed from 5:30-8 PM on April 4th. Please  refrain from moving barricades as we want everyone to be safe. Please plan an alternative route  for travel during these times. 

Please refer to the attached map for road closures. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Caleb Bryant, Community Relations  Coordinator at 217-431-2317 or cbryant@cityofdanville.org.

 

 

 

 

News provided by Danville police

Danville Police Officers attempted to stop a vehicle on Tuesday evening, 3/25/25, at about 11:30 p.m.
around Cleveland St. and Griffin St. An officer witnessed the vehicle commit several moving
violations. When the officer turned on the squad car's emergency lights, the suspect vehicle fled and
refused to pull over.
Officers eventually chased a subject on foot from the vehicle in the area of Victory St. and Cleveland St.
and placed him into custody. During the investigation and arrest, officers located a loaded firearm and
illegal drugs. The arrestee was identified as 26-year-old Marcus J Batts of Urbana.
Batts was transported to the Vermilion County Public Safety Building and booked on several charges
including Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding, Armed Violence, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a
Convicted Felon, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Obstructing/Resisting a Police Officer,
Possession of a Controlled Substance, and for being Wanted on a Warrant. Marcus Batts

 

 

The demolition of Bresee Tower and the old courthouse annex is moving along, but there was a change of plans in how to do it.

All of the asbestos in the Annex has been removed, and now the asbestos is being taken out of the tower. Asbestos removal should be done this week. Originally, the plan was to remove it from the Annex and then tear that down. After demolition, the company would move to the Tower. However, the equipment needed for demolition of the tower isn’t yet available, so the plan was changed. Public Services Director Dave Ruwe says the entire project is still on schedule.  He said at least one lane of Vermilion Street would remain open during the demolition.

A resolution opposing a weapons firing range at the Danville prison has passed a city committee. The state permanently closed a firing range back in 1988 saying that a firing range so close to inhabited businesses would be dangerous. The Warden of the Danville Correctional Center through her attorney, the Attorney General for the State of Illinois, is seeking an order to vacate the permanent ban and re-open the firing range that would be used for training of prison guards.

Local officials say the area surrounding the prison has been developed with numerous businesses including several hotels and the Golden Nugget Casino, all of which are well within the danger zone set by the state. They also cite the noise of such a firing range as detrimental to businesses.

The Public Services committee approved a rental registration ordinance. The plan is designed protect renters and be more specific about landlord obligations. The mayor says there are more than 5 thousand rental properties in Danville.

Several aldermen were concerned about whether a complaint goes to the legal department or the city’s Human Relations Director. If it is a discrimination issue it goes to Human relations and legal issues go to the legal department. The mayor recently removed the long term Human Relations Director. The job has been posted. All of the committee action goes to the full city council next week.

News provided by DACC

For Angela Shaffer, stepping into the role of Dean of Nursing at Danville Area
Community College feels like coming home — in more ways than one.
Officially beginning her leadership on January 2, 2025, Shaffer brings with her not only years of
clinical nursing and teaching experience, but also a deep love for DACC and the community it serves.
Shaffer is originally from the small town of Royal, Illinois, and her nursing journey began close to
home. She earned her Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from Parkland College, followed by her
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN-ED), both
from Western Governors University. Since becoming a registered nurse in 2007, she has worked in
neonatal intensive care, labor and delivery, pediatrics, home health, and medical-surgical nursing.
But if you ask her where her heart is, she’ll tell you without hesitation: "My passion was working with
moms and babies.
Shaffer’s passion for nursing soon evolved into a love for teaching. “While working as a nurse, I
absolutely loved every opportunity I had to teach others,” she says. “Teaching new parents to care
for their babies, teaching nursing students, and precepting new nurses all brought me joy.” That
realization inspired her to pursue her MSN in nursing education and begin what has become a
fulfilling second career — preparing the next generation of nurses.
Angela first joined DACC in 2018 as a nursing instructor. But in 2022, opportunity knocked, and she
accepted a position with Bryan College in Dayton, Tennessee, helping to build and launch a new BSN
program from the ground up. While the work was rewarding and the Tennessee mountains were
beautiful, Shaffer found herself longing for home. “Although I loved Tennessee and the work I did
there, I missed home and family,” she shares. “I realized that if given the opportunity, I would move
back.”
When the Dean of Nursing position opened at DACC, Shaffer knew it was her chance to return. “I was
so excited,” she says. “Not only was it an opportunity to come home and be near my family, but also
to return to a school and nursing department that I respected and wanted to work for again. Coming
back to DACC Nursing has had a sense of coming home.”
Shaffer’s appointment comes at a special time for the college. In 2025, DACC will celebrate 25 years
of nursing education. During that time, the program has earned a well-deserved reputation for
excellence, with accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN),

high pass rates on national licensure exams, and a 100 percent placement rate for graduates.
Applications for the Fall 2025 nursing cohort are open now and due by May 30.
The Associate Degree Nursing program at DACC uses a multi-exit “ladder” approach, giving students
the flexibility to exit after the first year with a Practical Nursing Certificate and qualify to take the
NCLEX-PN exam — or continue to complete their associate degree and take the NCLEX-RN exam to
become a registered nurse. Graduates leave DACC ready to work in hospitals, clinics, physician
offices, schools, and healthcare settings across the nation. Many continue their education, pursuing
bachelor's, master’s, and even doctoral degrees, fulfilling the program’s mission of lifelong learning.
And while nursing education is serious business, Shaffer brings with her a balance of professionalism
and warmth that students, faculty, and staff will appreciate. Her focus as Dean is clear: “My priority
is to support our incredible faculty and staff and facilitate their success,” she says. “The nursing
program celebrates 25 years this year, and my goal is to lead the way to greater success in training
nurses who will make a difference in our community.”
Outside of work, Shaffer is every bit as dynamic and interesting as she is in the classroom or clinical
setting. She has been married to her husband, Scott, for 13 years and is a proud mother and
grandmother. “Spending time with my family is my favorite!” she says with a smile.
In her downtime, she enjoys reading or listening to audiobooks, cycling — a newfound hobby — and
tending to her garden. “Every spring, you can find me buying too much from the garden center and
busy working in my yard,” she admits. Shaffer also loves animals and has four dogs. Her heart for
service extends beyond nursing: she’s traveled to many countries on short-term mission trips and
has lived in Guatemala and Belize.
As Shaffer settles into her new role, her enthusiasm and commitment to excellence are
unmistakable. She knows the challenges and rewards that come with training future nurses. She also
knows the impact those nurses will have on patients, families, and the community for years to come.
For those considering nursing as a career, Shaffer encourages them to look closely at DACC. “You
can become a nurse with top-quality training, excellent faculty, and a supportive environment — all
at a fraction of the cost of a university,” she says. “It’s an incredible opportunity, and the doors it
opens are endless.”
With a strong leader like Angela Shaffer at the helm, the future of DACC’s nursing program looks
brighter than ever.
For more information about the DACC Nursing program or to apply for the Fall 2025 cohort, visit
www.dacc.edu/depts/nursing or contact the DACC Nursing Department at (217) 443-8553 or
nursing@dacc.edu. Applications are due by May 30, 2025.

A resolution opposing a weapons firing range at the Danville prison will come to a city committee this week. The state permanently closed a firing range back in 1988. They stated that a firing range so close to inhabited businesses would be dangerous. The Warden of the Danville Correctional Center through her attorney, the Attorney General for the State of Illinois, is seeking an order to vacate the permanent ban and re-open the firing range that would be used for training of prison guards.

Local officials say the area surrounding the prison has been developed with numerous businesses including several hotels and the Golden Nugget Casino, all of which are well within the danger zone set by the state. They also cite the noise of such a firing range as detrimental of businesses. The resolution goes to the Public Services Committee Tuesday and to the full city council next week.

The local jobless rate was down slightly in January compared to a year ago. The rate in Vermilion County was 6.4 percent, down from 6.5 percent last year. In Champaign County, the unemployment rate was 3.9 percent, down from 4.7 percent in 2024

The rate in the City of Danville was 7 percent, a drop from 7.6 percent last year. In Urbana and the City of Champaign, the rate was 3.7 percent. It was 4.6 percent last year in Urbana and 4.4 percent in Champaign.

Danville police arrested three young people on weapons charges over the weekend. Saturday evening, police received several 911 calls about a teenager being shot in the 1200 block of Williams Street. They located a 15 year old in the roadway with several wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he has been listed in critical condition.

Through intelligence gathered, the Danville Police Department took a juvenile suspect into custody within 2 hours of the shooting. The suspect ran from officers and was arrested after a foot pursuit. The Vermilion County Sheriff’s Department assisted with the arrest.

On Friday evening, police conducted a traffic stop in the area of Gilbert and Williams Streets after witnessing a moving violation. Officers contacted two subjects in the vehicle who were identified as 19-year-old Alex Doe and 19-year-old Joshua S Brocks both of Danville. During the stop, officers witnessed a firearm in the vehicle.

Both men were arrested. Alex Doe was found to be on probation in Vermilion County and was booked on the charge of Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Convicted Felon. Joshua Brocks was booked on the charge of Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon.

Alex Doe

Joshua Brocks

Item submitted by State's Attorney

On March 14, 2025, Zachary Spence (DOB: 2/16/1982), formerly of Danville, Illinois, pleaded
guilty to Residential Burglary, a class 1 felony, and was sentenced to 7 years in the Illinois
Department of Corrections. Following his prison sentence, Spence will serve 1-year of
mandatory supervised release. The plea was presided over by Judge Mark S. Goodwin.
The People presented evidence that on May 30, 2024, a residential burglary was reported to the
Danville Police Department. The victim reported that she had returned to her residence to find
that several items were missing, including several pairs of shoes, a hoverboard and multiple
televisions. The victim became suspicious of her neighbor, Zachary Spence, and asked him
whether he was responsible for the burglary. Spence asked the victim if she wanted to look
around his residence for her items and she accepted. Once inside the residence, the victim
observed the missing hoverboard. Subsequently, Danville Police obtained and executed a search
warrant for Spence’s residence and were able to recover several pairs of the victim’s stolen
shoes.

The driver killed in a multi-vehicle accident has been identified. Vermilion County Coroner, Jane McFadden stated that the victim was 56 year old Brett Wagner of Avon, Indiana.  The accident involved three semi tractors and one car. Wagner was the driver of the car.

State police said that there was a previous accident, and one semi did not slow down.  It struck Wagner’s car which started a chain reaction. The accident caused I-74 in Vermilion County to be backed up for several hours.

State Senator Paul Faraci is building on ongoing efforts to protect the Mahomet Aquifer – a vital sole-source aquifer supplying clean drinking water to approximately 800,000 people across 15 counties in East Central Illinois.

“Protecting the Mahomet Aquifer is not just about preserving water; it’s about safeguarding the future of our community,” said Faraci (D-Champaign). “While innovation in carbon sequestration holds promise, we must prioritize the health and safety of our residents, ensuring progress never comes at the expense of our most vital resource.”

Faraci’s measure would prohibit carbon sequestration over, under or through the Mahomet Aquifer, enforcing sustainable practices and preventing harmful activities. This is crucial for residents of Central Illinois, as the aquifer is the only source of clean drinking water for at least half of the population it serves – meaning those residents would have no alternative should the aquifer become contaminated.

“While we’re poised to lead the way in carbon capture technologies, our progress must be balanced with an unwavering commitment to protecting our essential resources and safeguarding the health of our residents,” said Faraci.

Senate Bill 1723 passed the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee Thursday

Some leaders think it’s time for the community to fight back against corporations that abandon local facilities. Vermilion Advantage president Mike Marron and Tilton Mayor Billy Wear are citing UPS closing its local facility as the latest example. Marron say the area needs to do more communication with industries.

 

He is asking for a meeting with UPS to see if something can be done.

 

The Vermilion Advantage President says corporations need to show a little courage.

 

The loss of UPS will mean 50 jobs in Tilton.

 

The Danville Aquatic Center is developing a plan to help school children enjoy the pool more this season

The Danville city council Tuesday approved admission price for the pool this year. It will be $8, the same as last year, with some special price categories. But several people at the Tuesday meeting expressed concern that many children will not be able afford the pool, Public Works Director Dave Ruwe told the council that an additional plan will be developed to help kids. The ideas may include special vouchers. to be given to all Danville school children before the end of school. The addition will be presented to the Public Works committee next month.

News submitted by State's Attorney

 

On March 10, 2025, Jacob Derrickson (DOB: 11/23/1992), formerly of Danville, Illinois, was
sentenced in two felony cases, as part of an agreed plea, for a total of 15 years in the Illinois
Department of Corrections. In 2021-CF-98 Derrickson pleaded guilty to Aggravated Fleeing /
Attempting to Elude a Police Officer, a class 4 felony, for 2 years in prison. In 2022-CF-587, the
defendant pleaded guilty to Aggravated Battery with a Firearm, a class X felony, for a sentence
of 15 years in prison, to be served at 85%. Sentences are to be served concurrently. Following his
term of imprisonment, Derrickson will serve 3 years mandatory supervised release. The plea was
presided over by Judge Mark S. Goodwin.
In 2021-CF-98 the People presented evidence that on February 26, 2021, an officer with the
Danville Police Department observed a vehicle commit Illinois Vehicle Code violations in the
area of Griffin and Seminary Streets. The officer identified the driver as Jacob Derrickson by a
distinctive tattoo on his face. The officer initiated a traffic stop but the vehicle fled, reaching 60
miles per hour in a 30 mile per hour zone. The officer lost sight of the vehicle, which was located
moments later wrecked into a ravine at the corner of Collett and Harrison Streets. The vehicle
had been abandoned in the ravine, but officers located a prescription medication bottle with
Jacob Derrickson’s name on the label. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that the
vehicle had been rented to Jacob Derrickson.
In 2022-CF-587 the People also presented evidence that on November 7, 2022, at approximately
1:00 P.M., Danville Police responded to the 1800 block of Voorhees for a report of shots fired.
Upon arrival, officers observed a male victim laying in the roadway who had been shot multiple
times. Officers found spent .40 caliber casings at the scene. Witnesses reported seeing a masked
subject in dark clothing run up and shoot the victim, before fleeing on foot. Another witness
reported that a person matching the description of the suspect was seen in the wooded area
several hundred feet east of the scene. Officers surrounded the area and Jacob Derrickson
subsequently emerged from the woods. In the area where he had been hiding, police located a
mask, a .40 caliber handgun, and a bag containing an identification card for Jacob Derrickson.

Forensic testing showed that gunshot residue was present on Derrickson’s hand. Testing
completed by the Illinois State Police Forensic Laboratory confirmed Derrickson’s DNA was
present on the handgun.

Some local officials say it is time to fight the loss of jobs due to corporate decisions. Tilton Mayor Billy Wear and Vermilion Advantage President Mike Marron say the announcement that the UPS facility in Tilton is closing is the latest example.  Wear says 50 people may be transferred to other towns as early as May.

Marron says corporations should give more to the affected communities

Marron…tilton

He adds that local leaders need to do more to show corporations why they should come here and stay here. 

A subject that was not even on the agenda dominated the Danville city Council meeting Tuesday. Mayor Rickey Wiliams said he, Vermilion Advantage President Mike Marron,  and others meet with state officials in Springfield on a variety of issues.

 

He said the chief concern would be the noise of a shooting range, but there also are safety factors to consider.

Marron said  the area has had significant growth since the range was closed in 1987

 

He said that the state has not given much of a reason for reopening the gun range

 

The city is drawing up a proposal to oppose re-opening a shooting range at the Danville Prison.  It will be presented to the Public Safety committee next week.

The name of the person who died in an accident on I-74 in Vermilion County Tuesday has been released.  Champaign County Coroner Laurie Brauer identified the man as 35-year-old Isaiah Edmond of Indiana. He was pronounced dead at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. The death is continuing to be investigated by the coroner’s office and state police.

State police said the fatal crash involved a car and a tractor-trailer at milepost 200 near Fithian. I-74 traffic in Vermilion County was backed up for several hours.

News releases submitted by Vermilion Advantage

Vermilion Advantage is issuing an RFP to interested economic development contractors interested in
conducting an industrial redevelopment plan for East Danville. Vermilion Advantage was successful at
obtaining a grant from the US Economic Development Administration for Technical Assistance. The
proposal is to create a plan to bring industrial redevelopment back to the East Voorhees St. corridor.
The RFP asks the contactor to submit a plan that includes the following:

a. Targeted Industry Analysis – data suggesting the best possible industries and employers to target for
recruitment
b. Assessment of surrounding economy, close economic clusters, workforce strengths and weaknesses,
as well as areas of advantages and disadvantages for successful implementation
c. Detailed strategy for engaging targeted businesses
d. Analysis of Current Workforce – existing training, workforce education efforts, recommendations on
workforce development opportunities for improvement
e. Provides recommendations for an industrial park in the East Voorhees Street corridor.
Vermilion Advantage is accepting proposals through 11 a.m. on April 15, 2025. Interested parties can
submit their proposals and questions in person at the Vermilion Advantage office or via email, to:
mike@vermilionadvantage.com

 

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A Request for Proposals is being issued by Vermilion Advantage (Hereinafter sometimes
referred to as the “Company”) for a feasibility study to review industrial redevelopment and
community revitalization along the East Voorhees Street corridor in Danville, Illinois. The
ultimate goal for this project is to create a plan that will lead to long term economic and job
growth and laying the foundation for that expansion. This project is strictly a planning exercise
to give us the tools we need as a community to enact the long-term growth vision.
A single proposal form as attached will be required for the RFP.
Supplemental narrative materials in addition to that proposal form will be required.
Sealed Proposals, submitted in duplicate, received by hand delivery, US mail, or email, will be
received until 11:00 a.m. on April 15, 2025, at the office of the Vermilion Advantage, 2 E Main
St, Suite 120, Danville, IL 61832. Proposals offered after this time will not be considered.
Proposals will be publicly opened, read aloud at that date and time and shall be open to public
inspection in the Vermilion Advantage Office for a period of at least forty-eight (48) hours before
an award of the contract is made.
The Company reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive any informality in the
Proposals, and to accept that proposal which the Company considers to be in its best interest.
A limit of one (1) complete set of the Proposals documents may be obtained by calling the
Vermilion Advantage Office at (217) 442-6201. The Proposals documents will also be posted
online at www.vermilionadvantage.com

By: Michael T. Marron
Executive Director, Vermilion Advantage

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS

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1.01 PROJECT
Creation of a feasibility study to review industrial redevelopment and community revitalization
along the East Voorhees Street corridor in Danville, Illinois. The goal for this project is to create
a plan that will lead to long term economic and job growth but laying the foundation for that
growth. This project is a planning exercise to give us the tools we need as a community to
enact the long-term growth vision of economic growth and community revitalization. The plan
will include the following:
a. Targeted Industry Analysis – data suggesting the best possible industries and employers to
target for recruitment
b. Assessment of surrounding economy, close economic clusters, workforce strengths and
weaknesses, as well as areas of advantages and disadvantages for successful implementation
c. Detailed strategy for engaging targeted businesses
d. Analysis of Current Workforce – existing training, workforce education efforts,
recommendations on workforce development opportunities for improvement
e. Provides recommendations for an industrial park in the East Voorhees Street corridor.

1.02 CONTACT PERSON

Michael T. Marron Executive Director, Vermilion Advantage

1.03 Proposals

For any Proposal to be considered it must be made in accordance with the instructions
contained herein.
Proposals shall be submitted in duplicate on forms furnished with this specification. Additional
supporting documentation will be accepted. The Proposals must by interlineation or by separate
document indicate their compliance with every paragraph and subparagraph of this Proposals
specification. If a separate document is used, it must indicate compliance with all specifications
or specifically point out any exceptions to these Proposals specifications. Proposals shall be
submitted in an opaque, sealed envelope on or before the time stated and shall bear the name
of the individual, firm, or corporation submitting the Proposals and the title of the project.
If the Proposals is a corporation, the proposal shall bear the legal name of the corporation and
the corporation seal. The Proposals shall be signed by an officer authorized to bind the
corporation to a contract and the signer's signature shall be attested to another office of the
corporation.

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1.04 DOCUMENTS

Documents for the Proposals will be available for examination and will be obtainable from the
Vermilion Advantage office during regular business hours.

1.05 EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS AND PROJECT PREMISES
Upon submitting a Proposals, it is presumed that the firm or person has acquainted himself with
the Specifications prepared by the Company. It is understood that omissions from the
Proposals requirements due to the failure of the Firm or person to fully acquaint himself with the
requirements of the Documents will not entitle the Firm or person to additional consideration of
compensation, if awarded the contract.
Contact Michael Marron for questions.

1.06 INTERPRETATION OF DOCUMENTS

Interpretations of the meaning of the Proposals Requirements, or of the Proposals Contract
Documents will be valid only if issued in writing by the Company as Addenda. Such Addenda
will be issued no later than three days prior to the date for receiving Proposals. Each
Addendum will be numbered and dated and issued to all prospective Proposals of record at the
time of issuance. Proposals may receive such addenda by providing their email to
mike@vermilionadvantage.com. The interpretations or clarifications made other than by such a
written Addenda will not be binding upon the Company. Each person or firm submitting a
Proposals must acknowledge receipt of Addendum received in the blanks provided for this
purpose in the proposal form.

Should a firm or person submitting a Proposal find discrepancies in, or omissions from the
Documents, or should he be in doubt as to the meaning of any requirements in the Documents,
he shall at once notify the Company in writing, but in no event later than seven days prior to the
date for receiving proposals. Conflicting requirements brought to the Company’s attention after
seven days prior to the date for receiving Proposals will be subject to the Company's decision
and at no additional cost to the Company.

1.07 SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS

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Proposals will be received at the time and location stated in the Invitation for Proposals.
Proposals received after the time set for receiving Proposals will not be considered. Proposals
will be opened and read aloud immediately at 11:00 AM ON *********

1.08 MATERIAL
Reserved

1.09 METHOD OF AWARD

The Company will choose the best proposal that meets the needs of the Company, is
competitively priced and satisfies the criteria listed in Section 1.12.

1.10
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1.11 ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
All Firms or persons submitting a Proposal must produce evidence of a federal employer tax
number, proof of insurance for any worker’s compensation liability. Any contract for completion
of a study contemplated by the RFP must include a provision holding Vermilion Advantage
harmless from any liability or claim for any claim, including but not limited to worker’s
compensation claims or liabilities arising under the performance of the feasibility study.
The Company will pay one half of the Proposals amount to begin the work and the balance
upon completion and acceptance of the work by the Company.

The work and contract contemplated by the Proposals is not assignable without the written
consent of the Company.
1.12 AWARD OF CONTRACT
A. The Company reserves the rights to waive any informality in or to reject any or all
Proposals and to accept any Proposals deemed most favorable to the interest of the Company
after all Proposals have been examined and tabulated.
B. The Company may award a contract on individual items within a particular group or on the
total group of items.

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C. Contracts shall be awarded to the most responsible Firm or person on the basis of the
Proposals that are in the best interests of the Company to accept. In awarding the contract, in
addition to the price, the Company will consider:
a. The ability, capacity, and skill of the Firm or person to perform the contract to provide the
service required.
b. Whether the Firm or person can perform the contract or provide the service promptly, or
within the time specified, without delay or interference.
c. The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency of the Firm or
person;
d. the quality of the performance of previous contracts or services;
e. The previous and existing compliance by the Firm or person with laws and ordinances
relating to the contract or service.
f. The sufficiency of the financial resources and ability of the Firm or person to perform the
contract or provide the service.
g. The quality, availability, and adaptability of the supplies or contractual services to the
particular use required.
h. The ability of the Firm or person to provide future maintenance and service for the use of the
subject of the contract; and the number and scope of conditions attached to the Proposals.
i. The overall needs of the Company and Vermilion County in planning for economic
revitalization and growth.

D. The Company shall not accept the Proposals of a contractor who is in default on the
payment of taxes, licenses, or other money due the Company or Vermilion County or any local
government within Vermilion County.

PROPOSALS FORM

TO: Vermilion Advantage
Attn: Michael T. Marron, Executive Director
Vermilion Advantage Office
Danville, IL 61832

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FOR: Feasibility Study for Voorhees Street Corridor

FROM: ___________________________________________
The undersigned having familiarized himself with all requirements of the proposed Contract
Documents as prepared by the Company and duly issued Addenda to said Documents, as
acknowledged herein, proposes to furnish all things as required by said Documents and
Addenda thereto for Base Proposals stated below.

BASE PROPOSAL: For the Redevelopment Plan, the Proposals amount is:

________________________________________________Dollars ($ ________________).
Notes:

TIME OF COMPLETION
If awarded the contract, the undersigned agrees to commence work as Proposals herein on the
date of the Notice to Proceed issued by the Company, and to complete the project not later than
**** Days after the Notice to Proceed is issued unless there is a delay due to extreme weather
or reasons agreed upon by the Company and Firm or person.
Proposals Form Page 1

PROPOSALS FORM - CONTINUED
ADDENDUM RECEIPT
Receipt of the following Addenda to the Proposal Requirements and Contract Documents are
acknowledged:
Addendum No. _ Dated _

Addendum No. _ Dated _

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Addendum No. _ Dated _
Comply with Federal Procurement Standards as applicable.
PROPOSALS GUARANTEE
The undersigned agrees that the Company shall have the right to retain these Proposals for a
period of Sixty (60) days from the date of receiving Proposals and guarantee the amount or
amounts set forth herein to be firm for the same Sixty (60) day period.
It is understood and agreed that the Company reserves the right to award the contract to its best
interests, to reject any or all Proposals, to waive any informalities in the Proposals’ and to hold
all Proposals for the Proposals guarantee period.

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Signed this ____ day of _________ , 2019.

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Business Name Business Address
Telephone: ___________________________

Attest by Corporate officer (if corporation): ____________________________________

News from Vermilion Beer Company

Vermilion River Beer Company, in partnership with the owners of the adjacent lot, which for years has acted as an outdoor space for the bar, have a plan for redevelopment of the space, this Spring in anticipation of hosting what will be a rebranded summer concert series.

“The Garden at 107” is the working title given to the planned renovation of the vacant lot adjacent to Vermilion River Beer Company. The lot is currently leased to Vermilion River Beer Company to provide outdoor seating and entertainment. Owner/Partner, Peter Blackmon, states, “The renovations are long overdue. It was never truly developed after the building fire and subsequent demolition. Pedestrian traffic, over the years, has worn it down pretty well and the space becomes almost unusable when wet. This project will finally address that.”

The “Garden at 107” will aspire to be much more organic in design, integrating trees and flowers into the greenspace. Plans are to create a venue that will double over-flow and outdoor seating for VRBC and special events, including private rentals.

As part of the redevelopment plan, Covington-based restaurant, The Local, has officially agreed to be VRBC’s full-time food partner; keeping regular hours, opening for special events and coordinating secondary food vendors when needed. “We are excited to bring The Local to Danville, and partner with VRBC.”, says The Local’s owner, Stephanie Lober.

In addition, the long-running downtown Summer Concert series, which has been at Temple Plaza for the past several years, will be resurrected in the new space in lieu of being cancelled. The series was set to be canceled in 2023 but was taken up by Vermilion River Beer Company with the help of sponsors.

The new series (to be officially named later) will be collaborating with potential partners over the next few weeks. Toyota of Danville has already signed on as a Presenting Sponsor

The Danville City Council Tuesday will act on a request for a 50 thousand dollar grant toward renovation of a local business. Vermilion Millworks is improving its building at 611 Oak Street. The entire project is anticipated to cost 170 thousand dollars.

The city grant would come from the Midtown TIF  district. It would be awarded after the completion of the project

On Wednesday 3/12/25 around 9:00 p.m. members of the Danville Police Department Problem Oriented
Policing (P.O.P.) Unit were patrolling in the area of the 100 block of Cherry St.
Officers witnessed a subject walking illegally in the roadway and ordered him to stop. The subject
attempted to run away from the officers and was placed in custody. During the arrest, a loaded firearm
was found on the subject.
Officers identified the arrestee as 18-year-old Kamarion E Jones of Danville. Jones was transported to
the Vermilion County Public Safety Building and booked on charges of aggravated possession of a
firearm being under the age of 21, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, and obstructing and resisting a
peace officer.
The Danville Police Department reminds the public that all subjects arrested are considered innocent
until proven guilty in a court of law.
Please contact the Danville Police Department if you have any further information on this incident at
217-431-2250, Vermilion County Crimestoppers online at vccrimestoppers.org, use the mobile app
P3TIPS or call anonymously to 217-446-TIPS (8477).

 

On Friday evening, 3/14/25, around 9:45 p.m., members of the Danville Police Department Community
Housing Unit (C.H.U.) stopped a vehicle for a registration violation in the area of W. English and N.
Walnut Streets.
The driver was identified as 22-year-old Shatiya T Brigham of Danville. Officers noticed open alcohol
and illegal cannabis inside the vehicle. These circumstances led to further investigation which directed
officers to discover a loaded and stolen firearm on Brigham.
Brigham was arrested and transported to the Vermilion County Public Safety Building where she was
booked on charges of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, possession of a stolen firearm, and driving
with a suspended/revoked/canceled registration.
The Danville Police Department reminds the public that all subjects arrested are considered innocent
until proven guilty in a court of law.
Please contact the Danville Police Department with any information you may have, at 217-431-2250,
Vermilion County Crimestoppers online at vccrimestoppers.org, use the mobile app P3TIPS, or call
anonymously to 217-446-TIPS (8477).

 

On Thursday 3/13/25 around 10:15 p.m., Officers responded to the intersection of Buchanan St. and
Perrysville Ave. for the report of a truck crashing into a garage and the driver fleeing the scene.
Officers arrived and learned the male driver ran into the woods west of the crash site. Witnesses
provided a clear and accurate description of the suspect which allowed the officers to check the woods.
Danville Police Officers located the driver of the vehicle in the woods and placed him in custody. He
was identified as 20-year-old Michael J Sanquenetti of Clinton, IN. After further investigation, a firearm
was located in the suspect's truck. Sanquenetti is not allowed to possess a firearm in Illinois. Further
investigation was completed and Sanquenetti was transported to the Vermilion County Public Safety
Building and booked for aggravated unlawful possession of a handgun under the age of 21, driving
under the influence of alcohol, and leaving the scene of an accident with vehicle damage.
The Danville Police Department reminds the public that all subjects arrested are considered innocent
until proven guilty in a court of law.
Please contact the Danville Police Department if you have any further information on this incident at
217-431-2250, Vermilion County Crimestoppers online at vccrimestoppers.org, use the mobile app
P3TIPS or call anonymously to 217-446-TIPS (8477).