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HR 817

CONGRATS-MAUREEN RIEDY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Joyce Mason

Ceremonial recognition of Maureen Riedy for 22 years leading Visit Lake County and her impact on Illinois tourism, branding, and regional collaboration.

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Bill Summary · HR 817

Summary of HR 817 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Title

Congratulatory Resolution honoring Maureen Riedy on her retirement as president of Visit Lake County.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially recognize and commend Maureen Riedy for her 22 years of leadership and service as president of Visit Lake County.
  • Acknowledge her contributions to the Illinois tourism industry, regional collaboration, and the organization’s status as a nationally recognized destination marketing organization.
  • Celebrate her professional achievements, leadership style, and personal background.

Key Provisions and Provisions/Changes

  • Formal expression of congratulations and appreciation from the Illinois House of Representatives.
  • Highlights of Riedy’s career achievements, including:
    • Joining Visit Lake County in 2004 and prior experience in convention and visitor bureaus.
    • Oversight of the organization’s rebranding in 2011.
    • Pioneering digital marketing and social media initiatives, including campaigns such as “Let the Ride Take You.”
    • Strategy emphasizing regional collaboration, contributing to Lake County’s tourism economy (visitor spending near $2 billion annually and the third-largest tourism economy in Illinois).
    • Leadership roles beyond Lake County, including chair positions with the Illinois Council of Convention & Visitor Bureaus and the Illinois Governor’s Conference on Travel and Tourism.
    • Recognition by peers for professionalism and integrity.
  • Proclamation of retirement at the end of April 2026.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Maureen Riedy: Formal recognition of retirement and career achievements.
  • Visit Lake County: Acknowledgment of leadership and organizational impact as a nationally certified destination marketing organization.
  • Illinois tourism community: Indirect acknowledgment of Riedy’s influence on regional marketing, collaboration, and economic impact.
  • The Illinois General Assembly: Adoption of a ceremonial resolution symbolizing appreciation.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Date of retirement: End of April 2026.
  • Resolution status:
    • Filed with the Clerk: April 15, 2026 (by Rep. Joyce Mason).
    • Placed on Calendar: April 16, 2026 (Agreed Resolutions).
  • Sponsor information:
    • Primary sponsor: Rep. Joyce Mason.
    • Co-sponsor: Rep. Joyce Mason (noted as co-sponsor in text; effectively the resolution reflects sponsor involvement).

Notable Details

  • The resolution includes a formal commitment to present a suitable copy to Maureen Riedy.
  • Emphasizes Riedy’s impact on the Illinois tourism economy, her educational background (University of Wisconsin–Madison), and personal details (family, church involvement, travels) as part of a comprehensive commendation.

Bottom Line

HR 817 is a non-binding, ceremonial House Resolution honoring Maureen Riedy for 22 years of leadership at Visit Lake County, recognizing her role in advancing Illinois tourism, and celebrating her retirement at the end of April 2026. It intentionally highlights her contributions to branding, digital marketing, regional collaboration, and economic impact within the state’s tourism sector.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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