Streamwood Environmental Education Day (SEED) Art Appreciation

March 2016
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Streamwood Environmental Education Day (SEED)
On April 23 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm,
the Natural Resource Conservancy
Commission is hosting its annual
Streamwood Environmental Education
Day (SEED). Come join us at the
Streamwood Police Department, where
representatives from various groups
will provide information on gardening, water quality,
native plantings, recycling, and energy conservation.
Also, you won’t want to miss an interactive presentation featuring live exotic animals from AnimalQuest!
2016 Presidential
Primary Election
Early Voting - Suburban
Cook County Voters
During the SEED event, we will offer: e-waste collections; prescription drug drop-off; and paper
shredding. Take advantage of this opportunity to recycle your old electronics, safely dispose of your unused prescription drugs, and learn about conserving our natural resources! Please bring your electronics and paper for recycling to
the parking lot behind Village Hall. Prescription drugs are being collected in the vestibule of the Police Station.
Early voting for the 2016 Presidential
Primary Election will be held at
Streamwood Village Hall beginning
Monday, February 29 through Saturday,
March 12 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. All
eligible suburban Cook County voters
are welcome. Grace period registration
will be available during Early Voting. If
you wish to register during the grace
period, you must bring two pieces of
identification – one with your current
Cook County address.
Art Appreciation Around the World
On April 30, come out to the
Poplar Creek Library for an art
exhibit like no other! The
Community
Relations
Commission promotes “Art
Appreciation: Ethnic, American
and Other Arts” and invites
everyone to learn about our
cultural heritages through art.
Primary Election day is Tuesday, March
15 from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm. If you
choose to vote on Election Day, you
will visit your local polling place to
cast your vote. Please visit the Cook
County Clerk’s website at
www.cookcountyclerk.com to verify
your registration, and to check for your
local polling place.
This event features displays of two- and three-dimensional art created by local
artisans, and includes paintings, woodwork, jewelry and more. Artisans will be
present to discuss their work throughout the afternoon. The exhibit will be open
from 1:00-4:00 pm. Bring the family and join us for this free event!
Exercise your right – VOTE!
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Board News
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Village Information
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Community Information
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Parks and Libraries
Art Appreciation Expo
Saturday, April 30
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Poplar Creek Library
1405 S. Park Avenue
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Schools
Village Board News
Ash Tree Update
The Public Works Department is currently scheduled to remove most of the remaining ash trees affected by
Emerald Ash Borer damage. In addition, they will begin planting approximately 600 new trees of 50 various species, for a better overall tree diversity within the Village.
Shop Smart. Shop Local. Shop Streamwood!
Shopping locally is an easy and effective way to support our business
community. Local businesses reinvest in the community through jobs and
support services. Sales tax from local purchases helps offset the Village’s
reliance on property taxes.
Recent Board Actions
Elgin-O’Hare Expressway
Presentation
Representatives from the Illinois Department
of Transportation (IDOT) provided an
overview on a feasibility study for the proposed expansion of the Elgin O’Hare
Expressway. IDOT Planning Bureau Chief
Peter Harmet presented a variety of options
for future development that would realign
the current exit through Hanover Park. The
feasibility study examines only the potential
for improvements. IDOT representatives stated that the next steps would be to consider
design standards and financial feasibility.
Designs on proposed alternatives to the western leg of the Elgin-O’Hare Expressway were
presented at a recent Village Board meeting.
Keep Our Community Clean
Please be reminded of the proper storage of
waste containers - waste containers should not
be stored at or near the front of homes. This
helps our entire community look clean and
organized. All garbage and recycling containers need to be stored at the rear or side-rear
of the home, or within a garage or other
accessory structure. Thank you for your part in
keeping our community looking nice.
Please see the area map provided, to determine the specified day of the week your area
is scheduled for pick up. All refuse containers are to be placed at the curb for
Day
Location
Day
Location
pickup no sooner than 5:00 pm the day
North of Schaumburg/Old Church
Monday South of Irving Park Rd
Thursday Rd and East of East Avenue
(Southgate Manor)
prior to scheduled pickup and removed
North of Irving Park Rd, South of
North of Irving Park Rd and
from the curb by 9:00 pm on the day of
Schaumburg Rd, West of East
Tuesday
Friday
West of Bartlett Rd
Avenue, and East of Bartlett Rd
pickup. In cases where a holiday falls on a
regularly scheduled pickup day, pickup will resume the following day. If you have any questions or need to
register for new pickup service, please contact Advanced Disposal Services at (630) 587-8282.
Poplar Creek Flood Risk Assessment Survey
The Illinois Department of Natural Resource, Office of Water Resources (IDNR/OWR), is
partnering with the Illinois State Water Survey to examine the flood risk throughout the
Poplar Creek Watershed.
From now, and continuing through spring, an appropriately identified IDNR/OWR survey
crew, will be in the area along Poplar Creek – acquiring first floor (front door sill) and lowest
entry (window well or crawl space vent) elevations to determine potential threats to your
home or business. This survey will require the survey crew to briefly come onto your property to collect necessary information – without disrupting your property. If you have any questions please feel
free to contact IDNR/OWR at (217) 785-3334 or email at www.DNR.DWRM@illinois.gov.
Board News
Irving Park Road Improvements
The Village Board voted to proceed with Phase 2
engineering on improvements to Irving Park
Road. The Village has been working with IDOT
to improve Irving Park Road, west of Bartlett
Road to Madison Drive in order to eliminate the
existing bottleneck. The improvements would
allow for four lanes on Irving Park Road
through to Route 59. Additional improvements
would include lighting, landscaping and fencing
where needed. Work is anticipated to begin on
these improvements in 2017.
Don’t know what businesses are available within the Village? Access our local
business directory by visiting www.streamwood.org and click ‘Shop
Streamwood’ under the Business section, or download the app for your smartphone; you can get it from the
Google Play Store, Apple App Store, or our QR code. Shopping locally has never been easier!
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
2016 D.A.R.E. Graduates
Message From The Village President
Congratulations to the 5th grade students – 286 in all – from
Oakhill, Ridge Circle, Glenbrook, Sunnydale, and St. John’s
elementary schools, who graduated from the 17-week D.A.R.E. instruction program – ‘Keepin’ it REAL,' this past January. D.A.R.E. helps
children learn how to say ‘no’ to drugs, and more importantly, it gives
students the skills and strategies needed to make better life choices.
We are very excited to report that on
March 28 – April 1, the Village’s
Community
and
Economic
Development Commission, in partnership with members from our manufacturing community and School District U46, will host its 2nd annual
Streamwood Manufacturing Career
Exploration Camp! Based on a real-life
employment application process, fifteen
Streamwood High School students will be President Roth with Police Chief Gremo (center)
‘hired’ to examine today’s white collar and D.A.R.E. Officers Polaski (L) and Stastny (R)
manufacturing careers. Students will spend the week with a number of our industrial businesses,
learning to apply industrial instruction from the classroom to the real world. We appreciate the
support of this year’s area businesses who are generously giving their time and talent to the program: Aluminum Coil Anodizing, Elgin Community College, KSO Metalfab, Rydin
Decal, Trelleborg Industries, and Weiler Engineering. We would also like to thank our generous sponsors, Sam’s Club Community Grant Program and the Walmart Foundation.
January celebrated the graduation of 286 5th grade students from Oakhill, Ridge
Circle, Glenbrook, Sunnydale, and St. John’s elementary schools, from the D.A.R.E.
- ‘Keepin’ it REAL' program. We wish these student graduates much success and would
like to encourage them to continue learning to recognize and resist the many direct and
subtle pressures that may influence them in making decisions.
The Village is preparing for a number of upcoming community events we hope you and
your family will come out and enjoy. Streamwood’s off-duty police and fire personnel are
getting together for the annual Guns N Hoses charity basketball game Friday, April 8, at
Streamwood High School 7:00 pm.
On Saturday, April 23, 10:00 am-2:00 pm, our Natural Resource and Conservancy
Commission will hold its annual Streamwood Environmental Education Day (SEED) at
the Streamwood Police Department. This will be a great opportunity to learn about conserving
our natural resources and a chance to see an exotic animal presentation. The SEED event also
offers an opportunity to safely dispose of unused prescription drugs, electronic equipment and
paper for recycling, as there will be individuals available to take these items off your hands.
This year’s Art Appreciation Around the World exhibit, hosted by the Community
Relations Commission, will be held at the Poplar Creek Library on Saturday April 30,
from 1:00-4:00 pm. The Commission promotes “Art Appreciation: Ethnic, American and
Other Arts,” featuring displays of two- and three-dimensional art created by local artisans.
Believe it or not, the summer season is right around the corner – and with summer, comes
a number of community-wide celebrations. Mark your calendars as we look forward to
seeing you at our annual Memorial Day Ceremony on May 29, 4th of July fireworks
display at Dolphin Park, and, of course, please keep July 29 through July 31 open for
Summer Celebration – Picnic in the Park.
Finally, I’d like to bring to your attention a new life-saving program now being offered at
the Village’s blood drive events – Bone Marrow Screening. Beginning on Wednesday,
April 13, from 1:00-7:00 pm, the Streamwood Blood Commission and LifeSource
will offer free bone marrow screening for individuals ages 18-44. As a bone marrow registrant, your tissue type will be added to the National Marrow Donor Registry – Be The
Match Registry, for a potential patient match. If you were not considered a candidate
for blood donations in the past, you may now participate in blood drives by becoming a
bone marrow registrant. Please consider joining this life-saving program.
Sincerely,
Billie D. Roth, Village President
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Guns N Hoses
Will Team Hoses be ‘hosed’ again, after being
‘beat walked’ by Team Guns in their 2015 43-38
victory? Off-duty personnel from the Streamwood
Police and Fire Departments will battle each other
once again on the basketball court on Friday, April
8, 7:00 pm at Streamwood High School. Tickets are
$5 each (children 5 and under free), and can be
purchased at Village Hall, the police or fire stations,
or online at www.streamwoodgnh.org.
Festivities include raffles, door prizes, and more!
This annual event raises funds to benefit local charities and Streamwood families in need. Come out
and cheer on our teams!
K i t t i e ’s
Sidewalk Enforcement Starting March 1. The Village Police
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Department will begin enforcing blocked sidewalk violations beginning March 1. Please do not
r park over the sidewalk between the hours of 7:00 am and 9:00 pm on weekdays, and 9:00 am
n to 9:00 pm on weekends.
Set Your Clocks Ahead One Hour for Daylight Saving Time. Daylight
e Saving
Time begins on Sunday, March 13 at 2:00 am – set your clocks ahead one hour. This is
r also a good
time to change the batteries in all of your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Holiday Light Removal Deadline March 25. The deadline for removing all
exterior temporary holiday lighting is March 25, 90 days from start of holiday. Code
Enforcement officers will begin to warn residents who have not yet removed their temporary
lights by March 25.
Village Clerk Kittie Kopitke •
Email: clerk@streamwood.org
Branch Pick-up Schedule
Community Development
Department Extends
Evening Hours
Beginning Thursday, March 17, the Community
Development Department will extend its Thursday
evening hours to coincide with Daylight Saving Time,
remaining open until 7:00 pm. Normal business
hours will remain on Monday-Wednesday, and Friday
from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Blood Drive April 13
Give the gift of life – donate blood! The
Streamwood Blood Commission and
LifeSource will host a blood drive from 1:00 pm
to 7:00 pm at Village Hall on April 13. To register,
please contact LifeSource 877-543-3768 or visit
www.lifesource.org and use sponsor code
SW98 to register. Walk-ins always welcome!
Let’s Talk “Trash”
Streamwood residents received trash and recycling toters from Advanced Disposal with permanently attached covers. These new containers
have helped greatly in reducing wind-blown items
throughout the neighborhoods. Is your current
toter too large, too small? Would you like to optin to the toter program? Call Advanced Disposal
at (630) 587-8282, they will be happy to assist
you! Please remember -- open storage of
garbage and recycling items is prohibited.
Village
Information
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The 2016 Branch pick-up program begins Monday, April 4 and runs once a month through October. The Village
is divided into four areas and each area is picked-up one Monday per month. Check the area map and schedule
below to find out which date of the month your area is scheduled for pick-up. Place branches, no greater than
six inches (6”) in diameter, although any length, on the parkway with the cut ends facing the street, by 6:00
am on the designated Monday for your area.
If you notice that your branches have not been picked up on the designated date, please be patient, as they will
be picked up during your pick-up week.
Area 1
(North of Schaumburg Rd)
April 4
May 2
June 6
July 5
August 1
September 6
October 3
Area 2
(West of Oltendorf Rd)
April 11
May 9
June 13
July 11
August 8
September 12
October 10
Area 3
(East of Oltendorf Rd)
April 18
May 16
June 20
July 18
August 15
September 19
October 17
Area 4
(South of Irving Park Rd)
April 25
May 23
June 27
July 25
Thank you for your help and participation in this program. If you
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have any questions please contact the Forestry Division of Public
September 26
Works at (630) 736-3850.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I want to plant a tree or garden. Do I need to do anything special?
A. Most electric, gas, water, sewer and telecommunication companies deliver their utility
services underground. State law requires you to call Joint Utility Locating
Information for Excavators (JULIE) before you begin any digging project. You can contact JULIE by
dialing 8-1-1 or 1-800-892-0123 to place a locate request. The phone call and the locating services are
free. Avoid injury and damage to underground utilities – call JULIE first!
Sprint 2 Spring 5k Run/Walk
GO GREEN –
Join the community on May 7 for the Township’s third annual 5k event.
Race start time is scheduled for 8:00 am at the Hanover Township Izaak
Walton Center & Reserve, located at 899 Jay Street in Elgin. This community event is hosted by the Hanover Township Office of Community Health to promote healthy and active lifestyles in
the community and raise money for the Hanover Township Foundation to help residents in financial hardship access
quality health services. Registration is now open! Please visit www.sprint2spring.com for all event details.
5th Annual Job Fair
Hanover Township and State Representative Fred Crespo are hosting their 5th Annual Job Fair on March 30 at the
Hanover Township Senior Center located at 240 S. IL Route 59 in Bartlett. Over 55 vendors will be onsite accepting applications and conducting interviews. The Job Fair is open to veterans starting at 10:00 am and the general
public from 10:30 am – 3:00 pm. For questions or more information, please call (630) 540-9085.
Spring Bake Sale
Streamwood Oaks
Golf Club
9 HOLE – PAR 36
Championship Course
(Not a short course–3400 yards)
Hanover Township Senior Services will host
their annual Spring Bake Sale on Thursday,
March 17 and Friday, March 18 at the
Township Senior Center, located at 240 S. IL
Route 59 in Bartlett. A variety of baked
goods will be available for purchase and all
proceeds will benefit the Hanover Township
Senior Citizens’ Services Committee –
which helps fund senior events and programs. Any baked donations will be greatly
appreciated. Please call the Senior Center
at (630) 483-5600 for more information.
LEAGUE OPENINGS AVAILABLE
Enjoy Competitive Golf by:
Joining Existing League
Establishing a New League
For Information Call
John or Randy at
630-483-1881
565 Madison Drive •
Streamwood, IL
www.streamwoodoaksgolf.com
OPENING MARCH 15
Weather Permitting
Buy One Green Fee,
GET ONE HALF OFF!
Cart required but not included.
Not valid with any other offer
or promotion or for
league/outing play.
Original coupon must be presented at time of play.
Duplications not accepted.
Offer expires 9-30-16.
Get Ready for Spring!
Healthy Lawn, Healthy Environment
A beautiful and healthy lawn is good for our environment. It can resist damage from weeds, disease, and insect pests. Doing little things now, goes
a long way to having a healthy spring.
• Longer is better. Grass that is slightly long
makes a strong, healthy lawn. Weeds have a
hard time taking root when grass is around 2½
to 3½ inches.
• Water early. Water when footprint impressions stay in the lawn and do not spring back.
Water early in the morning for short periods so
the soil may absorb the water.
• Correct thatch buildup. Thatch is a layer of
dead plant materials between the grass blades
and the soil. When thatch is thick, water and
nutrients can’t get to the soil.
• Recycle grass. Don't pick up the grass clippings after you mow. Use a mulching lawn
mower that cuts the clippings finer and feed
them into the lawn.
• Let your lawn breathe. Once a year, remove
small plugs of earth to allow air and water to
aerate the grass roots.
Help Prevent Water Pollution
Oil, gas, or other debris
that get into our
storm sewers
pollutes the
water further downstream.
Help prevent
storm water
pollution!
Anything that goes down
the storm drain goes untreated into area streams
and lakes. Never dump anything into a storm
drain. If you see any issues with a storm drain
please call Public Works at (630) 736-3850.
Get Involved!
Are you interested in improving our community?
Do you have a passion for conservation? The
Natural Resource Conservancy Commission
encourages you to get involved! Consider joining
our Commission. For an application, visit the
Village’s website at www.streamwood.org or
call (630) 736-3803.
Community
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Park News
Easter Egg Hunt Co-Sponsored by the
Streamwood Women’s Club
Children 8 years and younger are invited to search for candy with the Easter Bunny
on March 19 at 11:00 am at Hoosier Grove Park. In case of inclement weather, children can visit with the Easter Bunny indoors. The event is free and open to the public.
Twilight Egg Hunt
Join us for the Twilight Egg Hunt at Shady Oaks Park on March 25 at 7:45
pm. Search for eggs through the twilight, as each egg contains candy with a
special prize for finding the “Golden Egg.” Fee and registration required.
Brunch with the Bunny
Hop on over to the Hoosier Grove Barn on March 26 at 10:00 am to enjoy breakfast with the Bunny. Cost is $10 for resident/$14 for non-resident children ages
2-12; participants age 13 and up $8 for resident/$12. Fee and registration
required.
Egg Dive
Join us on March 25 at 1:00 pm at Park Place for this unique way to collect Easter
Eggs. Eggs are scattered around the Children’s Activity Pool and children must dive to
get them. Early arrival is highly recommended, as age groups promptly start on time.
Bring your own plastic bag/baskets. Wicker, straw, or wood baskets are not allowed.
Tickets go on sale March 14 for $4.50 or are sold at the door for $7 day of the event.
Boots ‘N Bling Daddy/Daughter Dance
Yee-Haw! Put on your Stetsons and cowboy boots for our country-themed Boots ‘N
Bling Daddy/Daughter dance 6:30 pm on April 22 at Hoosier Grove Barn. Come
dance the night away at a fun-filled evening that includes a hot dog dinner, beverages, games, prizes and more. Deadline to register is April 18. Cost of admission is
$20 for resident couples and $30 for non-resident couples.
Contact the Registration department at (630) 483-3025 for all your program
questions and registration information, fees, and deadlines. Visit us on the web at
www.spdcares.com or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Poplar Creek Library News
Gail Borden News
Irish Heritage Singers
March 10 at 7:30 pm, Paul Matijevic, Director of the
Irish/Irish American Choral ensemble will perform traditional Irish and Irish American music.
Mearra-Selkie from the Sea
March 30 from 7:00-8:00 pm, enjoy a Celtic fairytale
fantasy during a live musical multimedia extravaganza!
Activate Elgin’s March into Health Kickoff
On March 1, 6:00-8:00 pm, get moving and dancing with children’s singing group Scribble Monster, sample healthy snacks by
Chef Jeff, and live sushi demo and tasting by Chef Doug. For
information about events throughout March, go to www.activateelgin.org.
ESO Family Concert
On March 6 at 2:00 pm, the lowest, the largest, and most
audacious of the string family, the double basses will
entertain you with low sounds. Before the concert, an
Instrument Petting Zoo for children will be held from
1:00- 1:30 pm. Free tickets for the concert are available
at the Main Library and Rakow Branch.
Healthy 4 Life: The Process of Aging
April 12 at 7:00 pm learn about what happens to all of us as we age. This will cover
physical and cognitive issues, along with interactive demonstrations. Presented by professional speaker and educator, Michael McCann..
Job Search Business and Career Services
Business and Career Services, a subsidiary of Illinois workNet Center will be available April 16, 9:30 am-3:30 pm to assist you with your career service needs. Bring
your resume, questions, and a lunch. Register online at www.worknetncc.com
or call the Library at (630) 837-6800.
Jim Nesci’s Cold Blooded Creatures
Explore the world of reptiles with the guidance and
expertise of animal trainer Jim Nesci. On April 20 at
7:00 pm, adults and children will be treated to many
unknown facts about this misunderstood group of
creatures. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Prairie Poetry: Four Essential Illinois Poets
On April 28 at 7:00 pm, author and story teller William Pack tells the remarkable
stories of four significant poets: Vachel Lindsay, Edgar Lee Masters, Carl
Sandburg, and Gwendolyn Brooks, while sharing some of their finest writing.
To register for the above events, please contact (630) 483-4910. For a complete listing of scheduled programs call (630) 837-6800 or visit www.poplarcreeklibrary.org
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Parks &
Libraries
The Sinatra Centennial
Celebrate the recent 100th anniversary of legendary singer Frank Sinatra’s
birth. March 13, 2:00-3:00 pm, Christopher Popa, a Music Librarian at the Chicago
Public Library Harold Washington Library Center, will perform authentic Sinatra
arrangements with live vocals.
Vivian Maier: Out of the Shadows
Book Review
On March 20, 2:00-3:00 pm Jenny Riddle will portray Chicago street photographer
Vivian Maier, the North Shore nanny whose remarkable gift for photography has
posthumously taken the world by storm. Based on the extraordinary book Vivian
Maier: Out of the Shadows by Richard Cahan and Michael Williams. This program is cosponsored by AAUW, League of Women Voters, YWCA and Gail Borden Public Library.
Teen Job Fair
Looking for a summer job? On April 26 from 6:30-8:00 pm, talk to local employers about available job openings and pick up tips and tricks to ace your application
and interview.
For more information or to register for the above programs, please call (847)
429-4597 or visit online at www.gailborden.info.
U-46 School News
5Essentials Survey Deadline
Streamwood Manufacturing Career Exploration Camp
March 11 is the deadline to
participate
in
the
5Essentials Survey, an
online survey administered
on behalf of the Illinois
State Board of Education. Developed by the University of Chicago, the 5Essentials
survey will measure U-46 School District performance and needs for improvement
within the areas of: Effective Leaders, Collaborative Teachers, Involved Families,
Supportive Environment, and Ambitious Instruction. This survey is a great opportunity for parents and community members to share their thoughts on these important
areas. Help contribute to your school’s success by completing the survey at:
https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/.
The Village’s Community and Economic Development Commission, in partnership with
members of our manufacturing community and School District U-46, will host the
2nd annual Streamwood Manufacturing Career Exploration Camp March 28
– April 1. Based on a real-life employment application process, fifteen Streamwood
High School students will be ‘hired’ to examine today’s white collar manufacturing
careers. Students will spend the week touring a number of our industrial businesses,
and learn to apply industrial instruction from the classroom to the real world, with
emphasis on work ethic, critical skills, and career opportunities. This year’s community businesses include: Aluminum Coil Anodizing, Elgin Community College,
KSO Metalfab, Rydin Decal, Trelleborg Industries, and Weiler
Engineering. We greatly appreciate their support, and thank them for generously
giving their time and talents to this innovative program and the students it serves.
Additionally, we would like to thank the Sam’s Club Community Grant
Program and the Walmart Foundation, for their generous financial support, that
helps enable the success of the Streamwood Manufacturing Career Exploration Camp.
Young Hearts for Life® (YH4L)
On March 17, Streamwood High School, in conjunction with Advocate Sherman Hospital and
the Elizabeth Grace YH4L Memorial Fund, will offer students a free electrocardiogram (ECG) heart screening, under the YH4L Cardiac Screening Program. The YH4L
screening program helps identify high school students at risk for sudden cardiac death,
and to increase the public's awareness of this issue. To date over 130,000 students have
been screened as a result of YH4L. Students will need to provide parent authorization in
order to participate in the screening program. For more information on the YH4L screening program, please contact (630) 785-4366, or online at www.yh4l.org.
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Billie D. Roth ……………………………Village President
Kittie L. Kopitke ……………………………Village Clerk
Trustees
Michael Baumer …………………………………………………………Public Safety
William Carlson ……………………………………………………Community Affairs
James Cecille …………………………………………………Community Development
William Harper ……………………………….........................................Finance
Guy Patterson ……………………………………………………………Legislative
Mary Thon ………………………………………………………………Public Works
Staff
Sharon Caddigan …………………………………………………… Village Manager
John Peterson …………………………………………Community Development Director
Josh Peacock …………………………………………………………Finance Director
Chris Clark …………………………………………………………………Fire Chief
James Gremo ……………………………………………………………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
Community Development Department is open Thursday evenings until 7:00 pm during daylight saving hours
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Postal Customer
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Newsletter Design/Production/Kaye Lowman Boorom
MEETINGS/ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
MARCH
Streamwood Blood Commission Now
Offering ‘Marrow Drive’
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Activate Elgin’s March into Health (see page 6)
6:00 pm
Village Board Meeting
7:00 pm
Irish Heritage Singers (see page 6)
7:30 pm
Daylight Saving Time Begins – SPRING AHEAD!
2:00 am
The Sinatra Centennial (see page 6)
2:00 pm
Community Relations Commission
7:00 pm
Primary Election Day
6:00 am-7:00 pm
Hanover Township Spring Bake Sale (see page 5)
Village Board Meeting
7:00 pm
Veterans Memorial Commission
7:00 pm
Twilight Easter Egg Hunt (see page 6)
7:45 pm
Brunch with the Bunny (see page 6)
10:00 am
Hanover Township Job Fair (see page 5)
10:30 am
Bone marrow is a precious life-saving resource for someone diagnosed
with a blood cancer, such as leukemia. Beginning with the Village’s upcoming Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 13, 2016, from 1:00-7:00 pm, the
Streamwood Blood Commission and LifeSource will offer an additional service of bone marrow screening to its blood donation events.
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Village Board Meeting
7:00 pm
Guns N Hoses Basketball Game (see page 4)
7:00 pm
Community Relations Commission
7:00 pm
Blood Drive (see page 4)
1:00-7:00 pm
Planning and Zoning Board
7:00 pm
Village Board Meeting
7:00 pm
Boots ‘N Bling Daddy/Daughter Dance (see page 6)
6:30 pm
Streamwood Environmental Education Day (see page 1) 10:00 am
Veterans Memorial Commission
7:00 pm
Art Appreciation Around the World (see page 1)
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To learn more about bone marrow and what it’s like to be a bone marrow
donor, visit LifeSource at www.lifesource.org/bone-marrow-donation.
Please consider participating in this life-saving event!
Bone marrow screening is free to ages 18-44, and requires a simple, noninvasive, self-administered cheek swab using 4 long Q-tips. If you have
been unable to donate blood in the past, you can now participate by providing a bone marrow screening and being added to the bone marrow registry – Be The Match Registry, the National Marrow Donor Program.
When you join Be The Match Registry, your tissue type is added to the registry. It’s not a marrow donation; you don't actually donate until you are a
match for a patient.
According to LifeSource, “Every three minutes, someone is diagnosed with
a blood cancer like leukemia. For many patients, a marrow transplant is
the only life-saving treatment—their only chance for a cure. And nearly
70 percent of patients do not have a match within their own family.”
Winning Home Correction: In the January 2016 newsletter, an
incorrect photo was shown for the Holiday House Decorations Winner at
595 East Avenue. The winning home is below. We apologize for this error.
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