ALEDO CIVIC CENTER AUTHORITY
Cultivating Exploration and Enrichment
Who We Are
In a "spirit of giving," the Aledo Civic Center Authority was born. Community members with a passion and vision, recognized the need to help facilitate opportunities like the Mercer County YMCA to engage and enrich our community.
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Against the odds, with hard work, dedication and tremendous community support, this vision became a reality. ​​​​
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Now, with the YMCA project at fruition, the Aledo Civic Center Authority continues to seek out opportunities that will enhance our community and continue to provide individuals and families with experiences that opportunities that enrich their quality of life.
ACCA BOARD
Name: Laurie Benson
Board Role: President
Why I serve: Excited about engaging in new Mercer Township opportunities. Great things are happening in our beautiful community!
Name: John Waugh
Board Role: Board member since inception of Aledo Civic Center Authority. Past President and current Trustee of Aledo Community Charitable Trust and Mercer Township Opportunities Charitable Trust.
Why I serve: I am serving to see the authority be used to its fullest extent, providing opportunities for our community.
Name: Dwight Reynolds
Position: Board Member
Name: Dr. Dennis Palmer
Position: Board Member
Name: Clint Huffstutler
Board Role: Secretary
Why I Serve: I started on the board originally out of a desire to remain involved with the Mercer County Family YMCA after serving on that board. That has evolved into wanting to see opportunities in our community be enhanced by the Authority's unique role.
Name: Hannah Robinson
Board Role: Board Member
Why I Serve: We live outside of Seaton where my husband and myself Cash Crop. We have 3 boys who attend Apollo Elementary School in 5th grade, 3rd grade and Kindergarten. I am not originally from Illinois. I grew up in Kenosha County Wisconsin on my parents Dairy Farm. I am involved in Mercer County by being a Director on the Fair Board, a member of the Mercer County Rotary, and helping with Ag. in the Classroom.
Name: Greg Engwall
Position: Board Member
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Name: Kim Sheese
Board Role: Treasurer
Why I serve: My family has lived in Mercer Township for over 115 years. We know the value of family, community and opportunity. I serve to help foster opportunities that grow and enrich our community and the families that live here.