Lena

Lena’s rural setting, low cost-of-living and commitment to high quality of life make it an excellent option for your next home. The village is home to an award-winning school district, active park district and business services to support all essential family needs.

Population: 2,912
President: Dennis Bergman, 815-369-4016
School: Lena Community Unit School District #202
Website: www.villageoflena.com
View: ESRI Summary Report

Lena Community Data

UTILITIES

Water: Village of Lena

Sewer: Village of Lena

Electric: ComEd

Gas: Nicor

Telecommunications: Mediacom, Frontier, T6 Broadband, Sand Prairie Wireless, Aero Inc.

Sanitation/Recycling: Gills Freeport Disposal

COMMUNITY DETAILS

Lena is not far from urban amenities and yet remains closely connected to the country. We believe you will find Lena’s rural setting, low cost-of-living, and commitment to business and community development worthy of consideration for your next move.

INCENTIVES

Businesses will find that we offer a range of local, county and federal incentive programs that are flexible for your specific needs and business.

AWARDS AND NOTABLES

Multiple winner of the Governor’s Home Town Award
Voted “The Best Small Town in the Region” in an annual poll conducted by the Freeport Journal-Standard newspaper

PARKS AND RECREATION

Lena Community Park District offers four community parks with various services and programs for all ages.
Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Park, a 715-acre recreational area, is just three miles away.

CHURCHES AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Lena Jaycees
Lena Business Professionals Association
Evangelical Free Church -Lena
Lena United Methodist Church
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
Beloved Church
St John’s Lutheran Church
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Salem United Church of Christ

BUSINESSES AND INDUSTRIES

Sullivan’s Foods
Casey’s
Lena Veterinary Clinic
FS Fastop
Lena Living Center
Werhane Trucking
Lobdell Trucking
Doc’s Excavating
Community Bank
Citizens State Bank
Lena State Bank
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Key Industries

Healthcare

Construction, Plumbing, Heating, & Service

Private Label Food Manufacturing

Stephenson County Major Employers

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