Why hold Wheaton event elsewhere?

A recent news story concerned Wheaton Mayor Mike Gresk's annual State of the City address to the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce. He noted that a downturn in the city's sales tax is adding to Wheaton's fiscal problems.

I noted that the luncheon meeting of 200 people took place at the Holiday Inn in Carol Stream. Wouldn't it be more appropriate, especially for a group like the chamber of commerce, to hold the meeting in Wheaton? Arrowhead Golf Course and Le Jardin at Cantigny both have accommodations for 200 people. Perhaps some of our restaurants could also accommodate this group. That way, the sales tax would stay in the city. Let's all support our city by shopping here. The chamber of commerce should set the example.

Sharon Huck

Wheaton