The Bear: Community Survey

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As part of Glenview's branding initiative, we're building on our Village bear's story -- and we need your help!

Our bear has been watching over Glenview since 1917, when philanthropist Edwin Jackman gifted our fountain to the community with the motto "Hug the Bear" - meaning to embrace and care for each other. Over his 107-year journey, he's become a beloved symbol that local businesses have already embraced, with some calling him "Jack the Bear."

Now we want to build on this foundation and help more people connect with his story. Your input will help us expand how we share the bear's established legacy and make him an even more active part of our community today.

Whether you've lived here for decades or just arrived, your perspective matters. This is your chance to help shape how our Village symbol continues to represent the community values we all cherish.

Ready to help build on our bear's story? Let's get started!

What's the bear's personality like? (check all that apply)

Welcoming

Wise

Protective

Playful

Hardworking

Loyal

Curious

Generous

Proud

Caring

Other:

If you saw the bear around town, what would he be doing?

Getting ice cream at the Dairy Bar

Volunteering for a community event

Giving out "Hug the Bear" hugs at community events

Reading stories to children at the library

Harvesting (and occasionally snacking) on veggies from Wagner Farm

Cheering at local sports games and school events

Swimming in the local pools (carefully, so he doesn't splash too much!)

Welcoming new residents and businesses to Glenview

Leading community parades and celebrations

Other:

Should the bear have a family? Friends? Other animal companions?

Yes, a multi-generational bear family

The bear has a ragtag group of friends (as represented on the fountain base)

No, he prefers his human Glenview neighbors (we're his chosen family)

Maybe some seasonal friends who visit during special events

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The bear's motto is "Hug the Bear" - meaning to embrace and care for our community. How should he share this message today?

Through community welcome events for new families

By highlighting neighbors helping neighbors

At school events and youth programs

Through social media celebrating community spirit

At business ribbon cuttings and community milestones

By recognizing volunteers and community champions

What other ideas do you have about how the bear should be incorporated into the Village’s branding, messaging, and programming?

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