Joanne Dempsey, left, president and executive director of the Illinois Council on Economic Education, poses with Richard Cline, recipient of the Richard S. Peterson Award, and Geraldine Peterson, wife of the late Richard Peterson.

Kudos

Illinois Council on Economic Education honors donors

The Illinois Council on Economic Education (ICEE) hosted its annual meeting and luncheon March 5, where a number of awards for long-standing dedication to the council's work were presented.

Richard G. Cline, former CEO and chair of Nicor, received the Richard S. Peterson Award, which honors individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the council's work through their leadership or service to ICEE.

Eight Illinois-based firms also were honored for their commitment to economic and financial literacy.

L.R. Nelson of Peoria, was recognized for 20 years of financial support for ICEE. Six firms - Household International, Financial Shares Corporation, Royal Neighbors of America, IHC Construction Companies, Elkay Manufacturing Company and The Bank of Edwardsville - received the Partnership for Excellence Award for 25 years of giving to the Council. AmerenCILCO of Peoria, received a Champion of Economic Education Award for 30 years of financial support.

Mooberry to learn more about fire, life safety

University Safety Officer Scott Mooberry has been accepted to the United States Fire Administration's National Fire Academy to attend a two week course titled "Fire Inspection Principles." The USFA is an entity of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

"Attending the course will further my education and knowledge in the field of fire and life safety," Mooberry said. "Specific topics that will be covered include general fire prevention practices, code enforcement responsibilities, inspection competencies, fire safety requirements related to hazardous materials, special hazards in heating, electrical, cooking equipment, and fire protection systems and equipment."

Mooberry also wrote an article titled "Safety and Health Hazards Encountered During Retail Food Inspections" that was published in the March 2003 edition of the Illinois Environmental Health Association (IEHA) News Journal. The IEHA News Journal is the official publication of the IEHA.

3-31-2003