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Tuesday, 16 April 2013 10:39

End of Season Snow Event

Employees gathered for food and fun as a thank you for all the hard work during the snow season. Employees were recognized for safety achievements and dedication during the season.

Published in Commercial Snow Removal

Friday, 15 March 2013 09:26

2013 Civic Engagement Award

2013 Civic Engagement Award / March 2013

The Volunteer Center Honors James Martin Associates with the 2013 Civic Engagement Award!

James Martin Associates is proud to receive the 2013 Civic Engagement Award. Over the last seven years, James Martin Associates has raised more than $250,000 for charities, community organizations and student scholarships to students in pursuit of a career in the landscape service industry.

Published in Residential Landscape Maintenance

Friday, 15 March 2013 09:23

2012 ILCA Awards

Three Gold Awards and One Silver Award!

James Martin Associates was honored by ILCA (Illinois Landscape Contractors Association) in receiving three Excellence in Landscape Gold Awards and one Excellence in Landscape Silver Award. The awards were presented on Friday, March 8, 2013.

James Martin Associates is proud to recognized by ILCA!

Published in Residential Landscape Maintenance

Wednesday, 27 February 2013 13:09

The snow kept coming!

The snow fell and fell and fell...and we were there!

snow 1

Published in Commercial Snow Removal

Tuesday, 13 November 2012 13:56

2012 Partner Apprecation Donation

Special Olympics Donation / November 2012

	Mike Bicanic from Northshore Truck & Equipment was the raffle winner at our 4th annual Partner Appreciation BBQ. At the event, we sold $2,054 in raffle tickets and JMA matched the amount, raising a total of $4,108. Mike selected the Special Olympics in Lincolnshire to receive the donation.

Published in Events

Thursday, 08 November 2012 13:27

2012 PLANET Awards

2012 PLANET Awards / November 2012

	James Martin Associates receives 2012 PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) Environmental Improvement Awards: one Grand Award and three Merit Awards!

Published in Residential Landscape Maintenance

Thursday, 25 October 2012 12:58

ILCA Sept Cover

Look who's on the cover!

James Martin Associates is proud to be recognized on the cover of the September issue of The Landscape Contractor, an Official Publication of the Illinois Landscape Contractors Association (ILCA). We received a 2011 ILCA Excellence in Landscape award in the Residential Landscape Maintenance category for this project. This north shore residence was designed, installed and currently being maintained by JMA. Through frequent visits, dedication and attention to detail, the Maintenance Team achieved a spectacular, award winning landscpe!

Published in Residential Landscape Maintenance

Wednesday, 04 April 2012 08:07

Spring Mulching

Mulch for your garden beds

A 2-4" layer of shredded hardwood bark mulch will provide additional moisture and a cooling effect for plant material during the heat of the summer. While improving the general appearance of planting beds, mulch also reduces weed growth. As the shredded hardwood bark mulch decomposes, nutrients and organic matter are incorporated into the soil, improving soil quality. Amended compost improves the planting beds aesthetic value and also increases the nutrient and microorganism levels. Plants love compost since nitrogen is the key element for a plant's leaf growth and development.

Published in Residential Landscape Maintenance

Wednesday, 21 March 2012 07:22

Landscape Operations Trainee Positions at James Martin Associates: Visit us at PLANET Student Career Days

Are you looking for a "Sweet" career with a top Chicago area firm?

We are looking for a few outstanding candidates to fill full time Landscape sweet success photo Operations Trainee positions. On Friday, March 23rd we will be interviewing candidates at PLANET Student Career Days held at Kansas State and would enjoy the opportunity to meet you.

Please stop by booth #109 with your resume. We've got a "Sweet" treat for you! Interviews will be scheduled at the event. If you are not attending, please send your resume to Shari at s.dalziel@jamesmartinassociates.com.

Successful candidates should posses a passion for the landscape and snow industry, be highly motivated and have the desire to constantly learn from your experiences.

For more information on PLANET Student Career Days visit: http://www.studentcareerdays.org/

About the Landscape Operations Trainee position:

Initial responsibilities and training of this year round position will include field production activities, initially assisting crew leaders with the maintenance and installation of landscape projects, followed by assuming the responsibilities of a crew leader. Operations trainees will also be involved with a a variety of other assignments including horticultural services, yard management responsibilities, site take-offs and surveys, project planning and snow plow operations. After experience in the position, future opportunities will include support of sales, design and client management efforts, as well as planning and supervising installation and maintenance crews, clients and projects.

A complete overview of James Martin Associates and our career opportunities can be accessed at JMA Careers.

Published in Events

Friday, 09 March 2012 16:43

Increase the value of your home with landscaping

Our homes are one of the most important investments we ever make…it is an investment that needs nurturing. With proper care and maintenance of your landscape your outdoor area will be kept immaculate and beautiful while adding value to your home and neighborhood. "A good first appearance on a home can add as much as 5 percent to 10 percent to the value of the home," says John Aust, president of the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers. "

Your landscape is not only maintenance but consists of hardscape and softscape elements. Hardscape refers to the permanent structures such as patios, walks and retaining walls. Softscape refers to living elements such as perennials, groundcovers, lawn space, trees and shrubs. People associate a well maintained landscape and beautiful gardens as warm and inviting. A well designed properly maintained landscape gives an impression that carries through to the inside of the home.

Your landscape (your investment) needs to be properly cared for through a professional turf and plant health care program designed to protect your investment and ensure a healthy and more enduring landscape. The best landscapes are created to thrive and mature for years to come and are valued by you, your neighbors and your guests.

Published in Residential Landscape Maintenance

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James Martin Associates receives 2012 PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) Environmental Improvement Awards: one Grand Award and three Merit Awards!