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Dundee-Crown High School Additions and Renovations Groundbreaking

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Lamp Incorporated Celebrates Groundbreaking for Dundee-Crown High School Additions and Renovations

Carpentersville, Illinois — June 4, 2026 — Lamp Incorporated joined Community Unit District 300, Dundee-Crown High School leadership, government officials, students, and community members to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Dundee-Crown High School additions and renovations project.

This multi-year project is a major investment in Dundee-Crown’s future, expanding and modernizing learning environments to support evolving educational programs.

The enhancements will improve both academic and career-focused spaces, creating more functional and collaborative areas for students and staff.

The project includes a 33,900-square-foot Career and Technical Education addition, a 13,700-square-foot administration and student commons addition, and 47,000 square feet of interior renovations.

Construction will be phased to modernize academic, administrative, kitchen, cafeteria, learning media center, and student commons spaces while keeping the school operational.

“These improvements will create modern, flexible spaces that support hands-on learning and evolving educational programs,” said Chad Alexander, Vice President of Operations, Lamp Incorporated. “It’s exciting to see a project like this move forward after much planning and begin taking shape for the students and staff who will benefit from it.”

Lamp Incorporated is the construction manager and continues its long-standing partnership with Community Unit District 300. The team will work closely with the district and project partners to deliver a facility that meets current student needs and supports future growth.

“We are grateful for our continued partnership with District 300 and honored to be part of the team helping bring this long-awaited vision to life,” said Ian C. Lamp, President, Lamp Incorporated. “This project will create meaningful opportunities for students and enhance the overall school environment for years to come.”

Construction will soon begin and proceed in phases through July 2029 to minimize disruption to school operations.

The Dundee-Crown High School project highlights the importance of investing in educational facilities that promote student success, workforce development, and strong communities.

About Lamp Incorporated 

Lamp Incorporated, founded in 1933 by Clifford Lamp, is a third-generation, family-owned and operated construction services firm based in Elgin, Illinois. Serving clients throughout Northern Illinois and the greater Chicago region, Lamp provides preconstruction, construction management, general contracting, and design/build services across a diverse range of sectors, including education, healthcare, municipal, commercial, industrial, and religious facilities. Known for its collaborative approach and commitment to community engagement, Lamp partners closely with clients to deliver high-quality projects that create lasting value and strengthen the communities it serves.

Media Contact: 

Ms. Kari Christensen

Marketing & Communications

kchristensen@lampinc.net

(847) 741-7220 x 315

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Press Release: Chris Palmer – August 21, 2023

Lamp Incorporated Superintendent Recognized for Act of Heroism

West Dundee Fire Chief, Michael Spiro, Recognizes Lamp Incorporated Superintendent Chris Palmer with Lamplighter Award for Act of Heroism at Dundee Middle School

West Dundee, IL—On August 21, 2023, Chris Palmer, a Project Superintendent who’s been with the Elgin, IL-based construction management firm Lamp Incorporated since 2006, was presented with the Lamplighter Award by West Dundee Fire Chief Michael Spiro during the Village of West Dundee Regular Board meeting for his act of heroism during a fire-related incident at Dundee Middle School, West Dundee, IL on July 12, 2023.

As explained in Fire Chief Michael Spiro’s memo to the Village Board of the Village of West Dundee:

“On July 12, 2023, a fire broke out within the premises of Dundee Middle School due to a malfunction in a piece of electrical equipment. The situation escalated rapidly, and the potential for extensive damage was imminent. In the face of this emergency, Mr. Palmer was on site as part of a construction crew working in the facility. Despite being unrelated to the ongoing work, Mr. Palmer exhibited the extraordinary presence of mind and selflessness by immediately shutting off the malfunctioning equipment’s power supply.”

Fire Chief Spiro’s full memo to the Village Board can be read by visiting WDundee.org and locating the Board Meeting Agenda for the Regular Meeting on Monday, August 21, 2023, at 7:30 PM.

As highlighted by Fire Chief Spiro, Mr. Palmer’s “quick thinking and courageous intervention…prevented the fire from spreading further,” allowing the firefighting team to “minimize potential hazards to [the] community,” ultimately ensuring a timely start of the 2023/24 school year at Dundee Middle School.

Left to Right: Ian Lamp, President; Chris Palmer, Proj. Superintendent; Steve Lamp, Secretary/Treasurer

West Dundee Village President Chris Nelson created the Lamplighter Award. The distinguished award typically recognizes Village employees who go above and beyond the call of duty bi-annually. Village employees or residents submit award nominations. Source: Sauder, E. (2016, January). Village gives fourth Lamplighter Award to West Dundee firefighter. Chicago Tribune. ChicagoTribune.com.

Although this award is typically reserved for Village employees, two exceptions were made on Monday, August 21, 2023, honoring two who are not Village employees—Mr. Frank Huerta, an employee of Bleu Root restaurant, and Mr. Chris Palmer. The full memos detailing both awards are in the abovementioned Board Meeting Agenda.

It’s Lamp Incorporated’s mission to “Provide Construction Services that Always Exceed Customer Expectations,” and Mr. Palmer’s selfless act of heroism is a perfect example of the level of service provided by Lamp Incorporated since Clifford Lamp started the company in 1933 (then known as Lamp Construction).

“We’re extremely proud of Chris and how he responded to the call of action,” said Ian Lamp, President of Lamp Incorporated. Mr. Lamp further explained that “we train our team to be safe and what to do in a time of need hoping the time never comes. The incident did arise, and the training Chris received allowed him to properly handle the situation to keep lives safe and to minimize damage to the building.”

Everyone at Lamp Incorporated is very proud of Mr. Palmer and grateful to West Dundee Fire Chief Spiro and the Village of West Dundee President and Board for taking the time to recognize Mr. Palmer’s efforts. At Lamp Incorporated, teamwork and communication are the foundation for success.

ABOUT LAMP INCORPORATED: Lamp Incorporated, founded in 1933 by Clifford Lamp (then known as Lamp Construction), is a third-generation family-owned and operated construction services company based in Elgin, IL. Lamp Incorporated serves public and commercial clients in education, health care, municipal, industrial, and religion, specializing in construction management, design/build, general construction, integrated project delivery, and project management.

 

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Darren Thibert – September 9, 2021

Darren Thibert, ASA’s Outstanding General Contractor Superintendent (2020)

“Darren always makes sure that the best scenario possible is at play so everyone involved can do their part safely and without delay.”

The stars were certainly shining last night in Mount Prospect at Victoria in the Park for the Association of Subcontractors and Affiliates (ASA) Chicago’s 26th Annual Awards Evening and GC Council Recognition.

ASA Chicago is a nonprofit association serving subcontractors with networking opportunities, education, and advocacy within the construction industry.

Last night, the ASA Chicago recognized several individuals and projects for the impact and contributions made from 2020 to 2021, including our very own Darren Thibert, Project Superintendent.

ASA Award Night - Darren Thibert
ASA Award Night - Ian Lamp, Chad Alexander, Darren Thibert, Steve Lamp
ASA Award Night - Darren Thibert
ASA Award Night - Darren Thibert
ASA Award Night - Darren and Sue Thibert
ASA Chicago - Our Stars Are Shining
Darren Thibert and Wife Sue - ASA Chicago's 26th Annual Awards Evening
Darren Thibert, Award Acceptance - ASA Chicago's 26th Annual Awards Evening
Darren Thibert ASA Outstanding General Contractor Superintendent for 2020
Darren Thibert ASA General Contractor Superintendent for 2021
ASA Chicago Outstanding General Contractor Superintendent 2020

About Darren Thibert

Darren Thibert has been a carpenter since graduating high school 36 years ago and a superintendent for 17 years. Darren is grateful for all those who helped lift and guide him and honors those people he respects by doing for others what so many have done for him.

Darren Thibert (ASA Chicago 26th Annual Awards Ceremony)

Darren Thibert

If anyone is struggling on a job site, Darren will always step up and provide help—no matter what the task is at hand. Darren knows that it takes everyone to get a job done—and not simply done, but done to the owner’s expectations—the first time, on time, and on budget. Darren always makes sure that the best scenario possible is at play so everyone involved can do their part safely and without delay.

Darren is a forward-thinking problem solver. When he learns of issues, he doesn’t simply go to the architects and engineers looking for answers. Darren’s first move when encountering issues is to come up with a viable solution and then will look to others for their insight. If everyone is putting forth their best effort then workers, subcontractors, and owners stay happy and projects move forward smoothly on schedule.

In speaking with Darren, you will quickly realize that his passion is his work. But, when Darren is not working or helping others in his community by offering his carpentry skills he enjoys outdoor activities, riding his motorcycle with his wife Sue, and barbequing with friends and family at home (the home he very proudly built). Darren is also very proud of his two daughters who are now working toward building their careers—one in Illinois and one in Colorado.

 

The advertisement featured (see image gallery) in the evening’s program displays a few of Darren’s recent projects, including the recently completed May Whitney Elementary School (District 95, Lake Zurich, IL).

Thank you, Darren, for being an outstanding member of the Lamp Incorporated team –

we are proud of you and your work!

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