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Lena

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

 

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

 

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
  • Click here for a full listing of retailers
  • Click here for a full listing of restaurants

Key Industries

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Healthcare

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Construction, Plumbing, Heating, & Service

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Private Label Food Manufacturing

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