McHenry IL

8 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 10 Extinguishing the stereotype of traditional physical rehabilitation facilities, Ignite’s “LuxeRehab” approach infuses the rehab experience with the perks and comforts of a 5-star resort. Private suites are outfitted with large deluxe beds with memory foam mattresses and hotel linens, 50” high- definition televisions, and hospitality tablets for ordering made-to-order in-room meals, spa treatments, and housekeeping services. Guests also enjoy access to an on-site pharmacy, concierge services, and a dedicated chef. The world-class medical care environment upon which Ignite Medical Resorts was founded is boldly reflected in our McHenry physical therapy facility. Patients benefit from easy access to the latest rehabilitation equipment and an expert team that has access to state-of-the-art electronic medical record systems, including a dedicated wound care software program. Using telehealth technology, our staff facilitates immediate care and provides attention when and where it’s needed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information, visit: www.ignitemedicalresorts.com MCHENRY, I LL INOIS purchased by the city has been transformed into Miller Point Park, a popular destination with public amenities and small retail incubator shops which attract visitors from throughout the region and are a tribute to the exemplary community collaboration in the city. Community Collaboration at its Best “They are entrepreneurial startup shops with the idea being to give the business owners a method to determine whether or not they’re ready to take a brick and mortar on,” Dorothy Wolf, Economic Development Coordinator portrays. “The wonder of this project was it became a community project.” She boasts that these shops were built with the help of 924 community volunteers, and $8,280 worth of food from 59 different businesses was donated to feed the volunteers every day. The shops were constructed entirely through donated labor, materials and cash contributions, amounting to just over $1M. Additional financial support came from the city, which contributed $2.27 million, and The Rise Up Foundation and the Pat and Gary Lang Family, donating $450,000, combined, partially from proceeds of charitable concerts. “I think the heart of McHenry is the community coming together. The Chamber of Commerce manages the shops. The building trades department at the high The revitalization of McHenry’s downtown core is a top priority, with initiatives like the Riverwalk and the development of Miller Point Park playing a pivotal role.