Village of Streamwood Newsletter

January 2014
www.streamwood.org
2014 Family Health
and Wellness Fair
February 22, 2014
11:00 am-2:00 pm
2014 Village Budget Summary
The Village of Streamwood recently adopted its
2014 Budget. It is balanced between revenues
and expenditures. It anticipates no new revenue or taxes, yet sets aside nearly $8 million
for capital improvements. This will ensure that all
of our current programs and services are available to
our residents and businesses. This honors our commitment to
provide exceptional services while preserving the long-term
financial stability of the Village.
The Budget totals $49,282,645. While this marks a 10.6 percent increase
over last year’s budget, all of the increase in expenditures is being transferred
from the Village’s reserve account. Over the past few years, the Village has been
mindful of the slow economic recovery, and has held the line on expenses. Only purchases critical to our
operations were approved.
As a result, we experienced revenues in excess of expenditures. These reserve funds can now be used to
augment programming in the upcoming year, allowing increases to our street improvement program, targeted staffing, and new equipment purchases without an increase in our property taxes. In fact, the Village’s
property tax levy decreased by 0.9%.
While the economy continues to show signs of improvement, the Village remains cautious as we enter 2014.
Fixed costs, such as pension obligations, workers’ compensation, and liability insurance, continue to rise.
Revenue from the state remains flat. The Village continues to monitor expenditures, scrutinizing every dollar
spent. We examine all capital costs, seek opportunities for sharing resources, and encourage cross-training
to keep our operations efficient, yet effective.
Join the Streamwood Park District fitness staff
and personal trainers, on February 22 for the
2014 Family Health and Wellness Fair at Park
Place Family Recreation Center (550 South
Park Blvd.). Physical, emotional, and financial
wellness are all important to the health of a
family. Come to Park Place to learn about
programs and services from a variety of
groups and agencies. Visitors can save on
fitness and aquatic memberships, personal
training packages and more, while visiting
dozens of health and wellness booths.
Admission is always FREE.
Despite these capital expenses and increases in operating budgets, the Village will maintain a reserve balance in excess of 30% of expenditures. This is above the Village Board policy of retaining at least 25% of
expenditures. This will guarantee that as we enter 2014, our sound financial base will allow us to manage
any economic uncertainties that may arise.
Help keep your whole family on a healthy track!
For more information contact Charissa at (630)
483-3015.
The Village is committed to providing quality, cost-effective municipal services. We will continue to provide
the highest level of services to our residents and businesses, and make certain these services are provided in
the most efficient manner possible.
Board News
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Village Information
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The Village’s consistent cost containment efforts have generated healthy reserve levels in our General Fund.
The General Fund accounts for all key day-to-day operating services including police, fire, public works, community development, and general administration activities. The Village Board has decided to use some of
these reserves to accomplish a number of its key goals for 2014: increasing road improvements, including
addressing storm sewer management and the Emerald Ash Borer; targeting staff increases in public safety;
improving technological resources to better serve our residents; and, reopening Fire Station #31 on Park
Boulevard.
Community Information
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Parks and Libraries
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Schools
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Village Board News
Shop smart. Shop local. Shop Streamwood!
Shopping locally is an easy and effective way to support our community. Local businesses
reinvest in the community through jobs and support services. Sales tax from local purchases helps to offset the Village’s reliance on property taxes.
Don’t know what’s available? Simply go to www.streamwood.org and click on our Shop
Streamwood logo. You can search our business directory by type of services or business name. Sign
up to receive email notices whenever businesses post coupons or job announcements.
Recent Board Actions
Shopping locally has never been easier. Shop smart. Shop local. Shop Streamwood!
The Village Board adopted its 2014 Goals
and Objectives. The annual Goals and
Objectives serve as the Board’s blueprint for
moving the community forward over the next
few years. The Goals and Objectives are separated into two categories: ongoing goals, and
new focus goals. Ongoing goals include maintaining a balanced budget, funding road
repairs, and accelerating the pace of economic
development. New focus goals include funding
critical technology upgrades, developing longterm sewer/water improvement plans, and reopening Station #31.
Holiday Helping
The Village Board approved its 2014
Budget. At $49,282,645, the 2014 Budget is
balanced between revenue and expenditures,
and includes no new
taxes or fees. The
budget includes nearly
$8 million in capital
improvements to
increase spending on
street improvements,
expand Emerald Ash
Borer programming,
and to reopen Fire Station #31. To view the
entire 2014 Budget, we encourage you to visit
our website at www.streamwood.org.
This program was made possible with the generous support of local businesses including Aluminum Coil
Anodizing, Amvets Post 277, Best Lawns, Brolite, Burd’s Auto Bay, Casey Automotive,
Conway Imports, Countryside Funeral Homes, El Gordo Grocery, Fiesta Market, G&I Electric,
Hanover Township, Kiwanis Club, Kool Technologies, KSO Metalfab, McDonald’s, New
Horizons, The Original Nana’s, Sealmaster, 7-11, The Seville, Christopher Schneider, DMD,
Scimitar Prototyping, Storino, Ramello and Durkin, Super Target, Talon Electric, Wal-Mart,
and many other businesses, individuals, and community volunteers. Thank you!
Scheduled Change in Water Rates
Streamwood, like all communities receiving water from Chicago, has seen significant increases in rates since
2012. On January 1, our scheduled water-sewer rate increases will again go into effect. Each 1,000 gallons of
water will cost $10.66. The City of Chicago surcharge will also increase 43¢ per 1,000 gallons of water used.
Despite these increases, tap water is inexpensive when compared to bottled water. On average, a case of
16.9 ounce bottled water costs $3.00. At that rate, you’d spend nearly $950 for 1,000 gallons of water,
versus the $10.66/1,000 gallons rate effective January 1.
Youth Leadership Nomination Forms
The Hanover Township Committee on Youth is accepting nominations for the 2014 Youth Leadership Awards.
Categories for this year’s awards are: Rising Star Award, elementary student (grades K-6th); Junior Leader
Award, middle school student (grades 7-8th); High School Leader Award, high school student (grades 9-12th)
and the Community Youth Leader, an adult who lives and works with youth of Hanover Township in a leadership
capacity. All youth nominees must be Hanover Township residents and demonstrate genuine leadership.
Nomination forms are available on the Township’s website at www.hanover-township.org or at the
Youth & Family Services office (250 S. Route 59, Bartlett). Completed nominations are due by January 24,
2014. Award recipients will be honored at a dinner in February. For more information, contact John
Parquette at (630) 483-5799 or at [email protected].
Tax Aide is Back!
Hanover Township Senior Services will take reservations, beginning January 14, for
free tax preparation services staffed by AARP trained volunteers. This service is free,
but available by appointment only. For details, please contact (630) 483-5660.
Board News
The Village Board adopted the 2013 Tax
Levy. The levy was decreased by 0.9%. The
new rate will be roughly equal to last year’s
rate, and continues to be lower than the rates
of surrounding communities.
Our Police and Fire Departments sponsored a Holiday Helping Program for 17 local families. Children from
these families had an opportunity to shop for Christmas gifts at the Streamwood Super Target, accompanied by police officers and fire fighters. After shopping for their families, the kids enjoyed a visit with
Santa, cookies and cocoa, while volunteers helped wrap presents.
Billie Roth
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Michael Baumer
William Carlson
James Cecille
William Harper
Guy Patterson
Mary Thon
Your Village President, Board of Trustees, and Village Clerk
Kittie Kopitke
Luminaria 2013
Message From The Village President
The weather was cold, but the holiday spirit provided the warmth as hundreds
of families and friends enjoyed Luminaria 2013. Santa and Mrs. Claus heard
special wishes, while the Streamwood Choral Society sang holiday favorites.
Two lucky winners helped President Roth light the Christmas tree in the
Veterans Memorial.
Happy New Year! It’s hard to
believe that another year has
passed, and a New Year is here.
The Village Board recently adopted our 2014 Budget. The hard
work and belt-tightening that the
Village has done over the past
few years has certainly paid off.
We again adopted a balanced
budget that is focused on maintaining all levels of services with
no increases in taxes or new
fees. The budget anticipates a
reserve balance that has allowed
us to commit nearly $8 million
in capital projects including Two lucky winners helped President Roth light
increases to our street program the Christmas Tree at Luminaria 2013.
and the reopening of Fire Station #31. Even with these increases in cost, we were
able to lower our tax levy, and retain a healthy balance in keeping with the
Village Board’s policy. We continue to monitor our spending. We are driven to
provide our residents and businesses with the highest quality services, delivered in
the most cost-effective way.
A great note of thanks also goes to the many people who helped brighten the holiday season for those who are less fortunate in our community. The Village once again
hosted its Holiday Helping Program. This program gives children from local disadvantaged families an opportunity to shop for Christmas gifts at the Streamwood Super
Target store, accompanied by Streamwood police officers and fire fighters, which
were wrapped just in time for the holidays. We offer our grateful appreciation to the
dozens of businesses, individuals and volunteers, who helped to make this a truly
happy holiday for these families. Many people also dropped off donations at the
Village Hall, and other locations throughout Streamwood, for the Kiwanis Club’s coat
drive, Hanover Township’s toy drive, and Township food pantry. Thank you all for
helping to make the holiday season bright!
We hope that you enjoyed your entire holiday season. We most certainly got it off
to a great start with Luminaria. Residents of all ages came out to enjoy our annual event on December 6. On behalf of the Village Board of Trustees, I would like
to express our sincere appreciation to all those who helped to continue this unique
tradition in Streamwood including Cheryl Dahl-Kearney and family, Dee’s
Catering, the Streamwood Choral Society, and the many civic and scouting
groups, individuals and families who decorated our parkways and helped at
Village Hall.
The Streamwood Blood Commission hopes you can keep the holiday giving spirit
going this New Year. The Commission encourages everyone to give the gift of life
on January 22, between 2:00-8:00 pm, at Village Hall.
The entire Board of Trustees would like to wish you and your family a happy,
healthy and prosperous New Year!
Sincerely,
Billie D. Roth, Village President
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A Better Way to Shovel?
When clearing snow
from your driveway,
shovel and pile snow
in the direction of
traffic. Try to leave a
clear pocket on the
opposite side of your driveway, as shown. By
doing so, snow that is plowed by our trucks can be
dumped into the pocket, and less snow will get on
your driveway!
CPR for Healthcare Providers
Our CPR for Healthcare
Providers course is
designed for professionals
such as nurses, doctors,
paramedics, and nursing
students. If you need a
CPR card for employment,
this is the class for you. Our next class date is
February 8. The cost of this class is $50.00 for
residents and $65.00 for non-residents. Please
note there is no class scheduled for January.
Hand-Held Cell Phone Ban
Starts January 1
Talking on a hand-held cell phone while driving
will soon be enough to get a driver pulled over.
Drivers will need a hands-free device for cell phones
starting January 1, 2014. Illinois is the first state in
the Midwest to start the hand-held cell phone ban.
Minimum fines are $75. This new law follows the
already banned texting while driving and no cell
phone use in a school or construction zone.
Restore Parkway Trees
Our 50/50 Parkway Tree Program lets you purchase trees for the parkway at a significant savings!
Pay 50% of the cost of the tree; the Village pays the
rest and takes care of the installation. Tree planting
on private property is also available, when purchased through this program. Parkway tree costs
start at $102. Tree prices for private planting can
range from $205-$320 depending on tree species.
For a complete list of trees, prices, and an order
form, visit the Village’s website at
www.streamwood.org, or drop by Village Hall.
Deadline for tree orders is March 7. For more information, call Public Works at (630) 736-3850.
Village
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K i t t i e ’s
o BLOOD DRIVE – JANUARY 22 AT VILLAGE HALL: Give the gift of life! The Blood
Commission will host its first drive of 2014, from 2:00-8:00 pm, at Village Hall. Please contact
r Commission
Chair Jan Klee at (630) 289-9599 to register. Walk-ins are always welcome!
n VOTER REGISTRATION:
Primary Elections are March 18. Open seats include
e Governor, Congress, County Gubernatorial
Board, and many more. Voter registration ends February 18. For
r details, visit www.cookcountyclerk.com.
DO NOT SHOVEL SNOW INTO THE STREET: Snow shoveled into the street can create slicks
and ice buildup. This creates a safety hazard for vehicles and blocks up storm sewer inlets.
WINTER PARKING RULES END FEBRUARY 28! Winter parking rules allow residents to
block the sidewalk from December through February. Please be reminded that these rules end
February 28. Police officers will enforce blocking the sidewalks starting March 1.
Village Clerk Kittie Kopitke •
Email: [email protected]
Help Rescue Emergency Response Times
Response times are a critical factor to the success of any emergency incident. The
Streamwood Fire Department uses response time as one measure of its overall effectiveness. One critical component affecting response time is call handling and dispatch.
Residents can help reduce response times, too.
When you call 911, a dispatcher requires three vital pieces of information: the problem;
the address; and your phone number. This should take approximately 30 – 60 seconds. Many factors can
increase the time. Here’s how you can help to keep response times low:
• Be careful when calling from cell phones. Caller information is not automatically transmitted from a cell
phone; voice quality may vary between cell carriers; and, poor cell reception can increase the time the dispatcher needs to get information. Depending on your location and coverage, your call may be routed to
one of several 911 centers. Be sure to state that you are located in Streamwood to ensure that the correct
911 center receives your request.
• Communicate clearly. Dispatchers are not interpreters. If language is an issue, the dispatcher will contact
an interpreter, which can increase dispatch time up to three minutes. All residents are encouraged to
learn and be able to communicate basic information – name, address, phone number and “ambulance,”
“fire,” or “police.”
• Ensure house numbers are visible. House numbers must be visible from the street or parking lot, night or
day. Multi-family residences should have doorbells, and unit doors should be clearly identified.
• Remain calm! Take a deep breath, then dial the phone. It will help you give better information to the dispatchers, so they can quickly and efficiently send personnel to help.
Call the Fire Department at (630) 736-3650 and sign up for our “File of Life” program. This program keeps
pertinent medical information in a magnetic sleeve, posted within an available location at your home for use in
an emergency. Rapid response times and available information will help us, help you in an emergency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use a credit card to pay my water bill?
A. Of course! You can pay your water bill at Village Hall with cash, check or credit card. If you’re
planning on using a credit card – save yourself a trip and pay online or by phone. Simply go to the
Village’s website at www.streamwood.org and click on the E-pay logo to pay online. You can also
pay by phone at (877) 690-3729. Press "2321" when asked for the "Jurisdiction Code." Have your
water account number, total amount due, and credit/debit card available. There are no fees charged for
any of these convenient payment services.
Veterans Day
2013
The rain fell but, still hundreds of people came out to
honor our veterans on
November 11. Veterans
Commission members and
President Roth spoke of the
sacrifice and dedication of
our veterans, and thanked
them for their service. VFW
Post 5151 ended the ceremony with a 21-gun salute.
Relay for Life Kickoff Party – January 24
The Relay for Life of Bartlett, Hanover Park and Streamwood is hosting their 2014 Kickoff
Party on January 24, at 6:00 pm at the Hanover Township Senior Center (240 S. IL Route
59, Bartlett). Relay for Life members, as well as residents of the greater Tri-Village area,
are invited to attend to learn more about the American Cancer Society and register for the 2014 Relay for Life
to be held on June 13-14.
This year’s Kickoff Party will feature a contest for the Best Pizza of the Tri-Village Area. Admission to the Kickoff
Party is $10 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under, and free to kids under 2. New and returning teams can pre-register for free admission to the event at www.relayforlife.org/bartlettil or call (847) 368-1172.
GO GREEN –
Helping Our Feathered
Friends
The Natural
Resource
Conser vancy
Commission
(NRCC) knows
that a healthy environment includes a diversity
of species. Cold winter months can be difficult
for some winter songbirds. Here are a few ways
you can help!
Feeding Winter Birds
Insects and berries can be hard to find in the
snow. What’s the best way to feed winter birds?
• Good winter foods include black oil sunflower
seeds, suet, hulled peanuts, or seed mix.
• Roosting boxes or birdhouses should be left
out during the winter to help provide shelter.
• Flatten or shovel the snow beneath a birdfeeder so ground feeders can eat fallen seeds.
• Offer separate food for animals, such as squirrels, so they don’t raid your birdfeeder.
• Carefully place birdfeeders out of the wind,
but in the open to allow the birds to watch out
for danger.
• Place a pan of water near the birdfeeder on
warmer days.
• Keep the birdfeeder filled throughout the winter.
Do Not Feed Canadian Geese
Cultures of Our Community
The annual Cultures of Our Community event, held on
November 2 at Poplar Creek Library, was another resounding
success! Hundreds of people attended the 3-hour event.
Participants enjoyed music, dance, displays and food from the
various cultural heritages that make up our community.
One winter bird that does not need your help is the
Canadian goose. These large birds are very good
at foraging for grasses, seeds and natural food
sources. Provided food tends to be less nutritious
and creates dependency. Feeding these birds can
actually lead to overcrowding and disease, water
and environmental pollution, and delayed migration. If you want to help these majestic birds – do
not feed them!
Want to Help More? Join us!
The NRCC meets quarterly and runs a number of
programs to help educate the community about
the importance of protecting our natural
resources. Call (630) 736-3802 or visit
www.streamwood.org for information on
joining the NRCC or any one of the Village’s
Boards or Commissions!
Community
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Park News
SPD Theatre Academy
Two exciting performances of the popular musical, Peter Pan, will be held on
January 10 at 7:00 pm and January 11 at 2:00 pm at Schaumburg High School.
Tickets on sale at Park Place Front Counter.
Sweets & Treats!
A Valentine’s Day field trip to the Jelly Belly factory is planned for Saturday, February 15 at 10:00
am. RSVP by February 11 for ages 3-12 years (6
and younger must be accompanied by an adult).
Cold Outside? Swim Inside!
Swim in our climate controlled Cool Pool every Tuesday and Thursday 6:30-8:30 pm
for only $3 per person!
Poplar Creek Library News
Winter Storytimes
at
the Poplar Creek Public Library
District will start the week of January 20 and will
run through the end of February. Registration
started December 9. Storytimes are free! Call the
Children’s Department at (630) 483-4923 for more
information or to register.
Programs for Toddlers
Join Miss Wendy on Tuesday nights in January and February for programs just
for kids from 18-35 months and their caregivers. For more information or to
register, contact the Children’s Department or our website calendar at
www.poplarcreeklibrary.org.
Share His Dream
Join Ms. Vynette for a fact-filled program for kids ages seven and up about Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr. on Wednesday, January 15 at 3:30 pm. She’ll share a birthday treat
and a craft. For more information or to register, contact the Children’s Department.
The Children’s Department
is planning loads of fun for
February! Registration for February programs started December 1. For more
information, contact the Children’s Department.
Power Employment Workshops
Illinois WorkNet continues its employment
workshops at Poplar Creek Library. The program
offers help with resumes, cover letters, interviewing,
networking and finding job leads. Workshops will be
held in Meeting Room Two on January 18, and
February 15, from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Fantasy Games
Parks &
Libraries
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The YA Department continues to offer Pokemon and more
on the second and fourth Sunday of each month, from
12:30-2:30 pm. For details, call (630) 483-4928.
SPD Arts Academy Dinner Auction
Experience Midwest Dueling Pianos, a delicious Italian dinner, two drinks and
exciting silent auction items, all for $50 per person. Join us on Thursday, March
6, from 6:30-9:30 pm at the Hoosier Grove Barn. Proceeds will benefit the SPD
Arts Academy. Tickets on sale at the Park Place Front Counter.
Daddy and Daughter Gala
Dress up in your best Hollywood Glam and be ready to enjoy dancing, games,
dinner, and activities – Hollywood style! Join the fun on Friday, March 7 from
6:30-8:00 pm at the Hoosier Grove Barn. Registration is limited to the first 50
couples, so don’t delay!
Ice Skating and Snow Sledding
When the weather outside is frightful – it’ll be oh
so delightful out at Sunny Hill Park (1480 W
Irving Park Road). Bring your ice skates and
snow sled, weather permitting!
Gail Borden News
Sweet Home Chicago: The History
of America’s Candy Capital
Discover how Cracker Jack, Baby Ruths, Tootsie Rolls, Frango
Mints and Fannie May made Chicago the King of Candy.
Stroll through and enjoy nostalgic photographs, ads and artifacts that will take you
back to childhood! The exhibition was produced by the Elmhurst Historical Museum, a
department of the City of Elmhurst, and will run from January 15-March 9.
Black History Family Festival
Honoring Our Heroes: Contributions of African
American Veterans: On February 1, learn how African
Americans successfully contributed to American war
efforts, particularly Tuskegee Airmen, the black Americans
who fought for freedom as pilots during World War II.
Our 9th Annual Festival will run from 1:00-5:00 pm.
Chicago’s Sweet Candy History
At one time, Chicago produced about one-third
of the nation's candy. Brach's caramels,
Snickers and Milky Way bars, Wrigley's Gum, Cracker Jack, Tootsie Rolls and
Frango Mints were invented in Chicago. On February 11 from 7:00-8:30 pm,
historian Leslie Goddard will tell the stories behind these sweet creations!
STEAM Winter Reading Program
Kids from birth through 8th grade can sign up in
KidSpace or at our Rakow Branch. Complete your reading log and be entered for a chance to win prizes!
Gail Borden Library to Celebrate Milestone
The library will celebrate its 140th Anniversary on March 19, 2014. The library
is seeking stories, photos and artifacts for an exhibit. These items need to be
collected by February 20. Also, photos of library customers are being taken to
be part of a mural that will be on display for the celebration. For more information, please contact Liz Clemmons at (847) 429-4698.
School District U-46 News
Tefft Students Win Big at Tech Day 2013
U-46 Re-launches Radio Station WEPS 88.9 FM
Students from Tefft Middle School's STEM club competed in the 13th Annual
Technology Students Association competition on November 8. Tech Day 2013 was
held at Illinois State University and included 160 teams from schools across Illinois.
Tefft Middle School took two first place titles: Mariana Medina and Patricia Ayala
won for Transportation Technology, and Alex Gayton and Omar Bermudez won for
Innovation/Invention. Congratulations!
U-46 is home to a
hidden treasure WEPS. WEPS 88.9 FM
is Illinois’ oldest operating non-commercial, educational radio
station. It officially
signed on the air in
1950, but has played
Wisconsin Public
Radio (WPR) since
2005. On November
12, U-46 re-launched U-46 Radio Club students celebrate the opening of the newlyWEPS and will be air- renovated studio for WEPS 88.9 FM.
ing student programming in English and Spanish from all six high schools.
Communicating with U-46 is Easy
U-46 district leaders value parent engagement and strive to make the communication process as easy as possible. The District has developed a Communication
Guidelines for Parents and Guardians booklet that provides:
• Easy-to-follow steps on who to contact at U-46 with questions or concerns
• Who to contact for specific school-related issues at each school level
• A school phone directory
The Guidelines are available online at www.u-46.org in both English and Spanish.
Tefft Middle School Receives National Recognition
for Continuous Improvement
Tefft Middle School recently received Breakthrough School Redesignation from the
MetLife Foundation and the National Association of Secondary School Principals
(NASSP). The prestigious recognition came after the MetLife Foundation and NASSP
re-examined all Breakthrough Schools to determine continuous growth and student
achievement. Tefft was 1 of 10 schools in the nation to be named a Breakthrough
School in 2010; and 1 of 8 to receive redesignation from that year.
An open house was held to show off the newly remodeled space. Photos of U-46
students from the 1950s, 60s and 70s using the studio were available. The station’s
new logo, designed by Bartlett High student Luis Andrade, was unveiled.
All U-46 high schools are initiating radio clubs to get students involved across the
district. Students are meeting weekly and starting to produce their own programs.
Each high school is working towards producing one hour of programming per week.
Student programming will include a variety of shows from radio soap operas to
school news and sports, and film reviews.
The District will continue to air WPR in addition to student produced content.
Schools
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Village of Streamwood
301 E. Irving Park Road • Streamwood, IL 60107
(630) 736-3800 • (630) 736-3798 (TDD - hearing impaired only)
Billie D. Roth ……………………………Village President
Kittie L. Kopitke ……………………………Village Clerk
Trustees
Michael Baumer ……………………………………………………Community Affairs
William Carlson ………………………………………………………………Finance
James Cecille ……………………………………………………………Public Works
William Harper……………………………….........................................Legislative
Guy Patterson …………………………………………………Community Development
Mary Thon ………………………………………………………………Public Safety
Staff
Gary O’Rourke ………………………………………………………Village Manager
John Peterson …………………………………………Community Development Director
Mary Johnson …………………………………………………………Finance Director
Chris Clark …………………………………………………………………Fire Chief
Sharon Caddigan ………………………………………Planning/Human Resources Director
James Keegan ……………………………………………………………Police Chief
Matt Mann ………………………………………………………Public Works Director
VILLAGE HALL HOURS
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am-7:00 pm
ECRWSS
Postal Customer
Streamwood, IL 60107
Newsletter Design/Production/Kaye Lowman Boorom
MEETINGS/ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
Holiday House Decorations Winners
JANUARY
511 Robinhood Drive
1
NEW YEAR’S DAY – VILLAGE OFFICES CLOSED
2
Village Board meeting
canceled
8
Zoning Board of Appeals
7:00 pm
10/11
SPD Academy presents Peter Pan (see page 6)
7:00 pm
13
Community Relations Commission
7:00 pm
16
Village Board meeting
7:00 pm
18
Job Seeker Workshop (see page 6)
9:30 am
20
IN-SERVICE: VILLAGE OFFICES CLOSED
21
Plan Commission
22
Blood Drive Village Hall (see page 4)
24
Relay for Life Kickoff Party (see page 5)
7:00 pm
2:00-8:00 pm
6:00 pm
FEBRUARY
1
9th Annual Black History Festival (see page 6)
1:00 pm
5
Zoning Board of Appeals
7:00 pm
6
Village Board Meeting
7:00 pm
8
CPR for Healthcare Providers (see page 4)
10
Community Relations Commission
7:00 pm
15
Job Seeker Workshop (see page 6)
9:30 am
15
Share His Dream (see page 6)
3:30 pm
17
PRESIDENTS DAY – VILLAGE OFFICES CLOSED
18
Plan Commission
7:00 pm
20
Village Board Meeting
7:00 pm
22
Family Health and Wellness Fair (see page 1)
25
Veterans Memorial Commission
28
Winter Parking Rules End! (see page 4)
The Village received quite a number of nominations for best holiday house
decorations. The Luminaria Committee had a difficult task, but they were
able to determine the winners! The winners are: 511 Robinhood Dr – Best
Ornamental Display; 1685 S Green Meadows – Best Traditional Display; and
206 Juniper Cr – Best Themed Display. Congratulations!
206 Juniper Cr
1685 S Green Meadows
11:00 am
7:00 pm
visit us on the web at www.streamwood.org