Village of Streamwood Newsletter

July 2012
www.streamwood.org
Summer Celebration 2012 Hometown Pride!
Summer Celebration 2012 is just around the corner! Join your friends, neighbors and family at Hoosier Grove Park
for the premier event of the summer. Show off your “Hometown Pride,” and help us celebrate our community!
Summer Celebration will be held Friday, July 27 – Sunday, July 29. Enjoy a full line up of great music and
children’s entertainment. The fun starts Friday, July 27 at 5:00 pm with music, food, games and rides.
Saturday, July 28 at 10:30 am our annual parade will step off at Streamwood Blvd. and Bartlett Road.
Carnival rides start at 12:00 noon, and we’re once again offering unlimited rides with a wristband on
Saturday and Sunday from 12:00-4:00 pm (cont. on page 8).
Schedule of Events
Friday, July 27
Children's Crafts, Games & Carnival Rides
Bingo
Local Music Showcase
Family Main Stage
Juniper Mays 7th Heaven
4th of July Fireworks!
Celebrate America! Considered one of the
best displays in the region, Streamwood’s
4th of July fireworks will take place on
Wednesday, July 4th at 9:15 pm at Dolphin
Park (880 S. Park Blvd).
In case of inclement weather, rain date is
Thursday, July 5.
Board News
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Village Information
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7:00 pm
5:30 pm
Saturday, July 28
Parade
10:30 am
Children's Crafts, Games & Carnival Rides
Unlimited Carnival Rides w/$18 wristband
12 - 4 pm
Bingo
2:00 pm
Fireworks
9:15 pm
Family Main Stage
Daven Masulis & Co. Jaktripper ARRA
Sunday, July 29
Golf Outing - (Shot Gun Start)
7:30 am
Children's Crafts, Games & Carnival Rides
Unlimited Carnival Rides w/$18 wristband
12 - 4 pm
Bingo
2:00 pm
Family Main Stage
Pamela Rose & Windy City Electric Beans Rock Revue
Community Information
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Parks and Libraries
Schools
Village Board News
Principal for a Day
Recent Board Actions
Members of the Village Board and staff
recently participated in Principal for
a Day. Village officials were able to
spend a full morning, reading to
students and helping out in the
lunch lines at schools throughout
the community!
20th Anniversary of DARE
2012 marks the 20th Anniversary of the Village’s Drug
Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program. The Village
Board honored all past and current DARE Officers, and DARE
students past and present read essays and sang songs.
Special recognition was given to Dino Heckermann, Matt
Stastny and Steve Millar for their enduring years of service.
Fresh Express, to be located at 1109 E. Lake Street
Former DARE Officers Jim Dewberry, Uday Devineni,
and George Soucek received 3-year service awards.
Fresh Express Plant Approved
The Village Board approved an agreement to move
Fresh Express to the former Duraco plant at 1109 E
Lake Street. The company is relocating from Franklin
Park, and anticipates bringing over 600 jobs to town.
Streamwood High School Recognitions
The Village Board recognized a number of outstanding Streamwood High School students, who
won in state and international DECA and HOSA
competitions. HOSA and DECA are co-curricular
organizations dedicated to further student education in health occupations, marketing, management, and entrepreneurship. Congratulations!
St. John’s 50th Anniversary Recognized
The Village Board presented a proclamation,
declaring June 23, 2012, as “St. John the
Evangelist Day” in honor of the 50th Anniversary
of St. John the Evangelist Church.
President Roth presented Officer Steve Millar with
a 16-year service award.
Student Government Day
Streamwood High School seniors took over
the town on May 2 for Student Government
Day. Students worked together with Village
Board and staff to get a hands-on view of
local government, and held a mock Village
Board meeting. At the meeting, the Village
recognized retiring civics teacher George
Rosner, who helped create Student
Government Day 30 years ago.
Board News
Village Receives Budget Award
Once again, the Government Finance Officers
Association (GFOA) awarded the Village its
Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. The
award noted the budget “reflects the commitment
of the Village Board and staff to meet the highest
principles of governmental budgeting.”
DARE Officer Matt
Stastny and Sergeant
Dino Heckermann
received 5-year service
awards.
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
Message From The Village President
Memorial Day 2012
2012 marks our 20th Anniversary of the DARE
Program. Since 1992, the Village of Streamwood
has been proud to offer Drug Abuse Resistance
Education (DARE) programming in our schools.
DARE is a key component in our crime prevention
and community policing initiatives. It educates
our youth about the dangers of drug and alcohol
abuse. More importantly, it gives our children the
skills they need to make good choices throughout
their lives. We recently finished our May DARE
graduations. I continue to be impressed with the President Roth congratulates recent DARE
graduates and Officers Millar and Stastny.
heartfelt essays the students write, and the powerful messages they return to us about what they have learned. At the June 7 Village Board
meeting, we were able to recognize not only the impressive work of this years’ graduates,
but the dedication and commitment of our Police Department to this program. All of our current and former DARE Officers were recognized. Special recognition was given to Dan Hatt,
Dino Heckermann and Matt Stastny for providing 5 years of DARE education, and to
Steve Millar for providing 16 years of DARE education. We greatly appreciate the work
and dedication they have given our students and community over the past 20 years.
The skies were bright and clear, as hundreds of people braved the heat to
honor and thank those who have given their lives for our country.
The Village was also able to recognize the commitment and dedication of retiring civics
teacher George Rosner. George Rosner was the driving force behind our annual Student
Government Day event for the past 30 years. This year, over eighty Streamwood High
School Seniors took over the Village, Township and Park District for a day, as part of
Student Government Day. We want to thank Mr. Rosner, and the entire Civics Department,
for their enthusiastic support for this program, and wish Mr. Rosner the best in all his future
endeavors.
We were also proud to honor the Streamwood High School 2012 DECA and HOSA competition teams. Certificates were presented to students who received top honors in state and
international events at a recent Board meeting.
On behalf of the Village Board, I would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the
Veterans Memorial Commission, including Lisa Poturalski, Everett Parpart, Kathryn
Serbin, Eric Cameron, Richard Winterfeld, Dave Stoves, Jim Sobeski and Bill
Lunsford. We also appreciate the assistance of numerous volunteers, for their tireless
efforts and ongoing dedication in making our Memorial Day Observance unforgettable. It
was an especially bittersweet memorial observance for the Commission, who lost long-time
member Joe Marino. Joe proudly served in the US Air Force, and was a tireless advocate
for veterans. He was a dedicated member of our Commission. He will be missed.
With Memorial Day passed, our thoughts turn to summer. Summer is the perfect time to get out
of the house, enjoy the weather and visit with your neighbors. Be sure to join your friends and
neighbors at Dolphin Park for our annual fireworks display on Wednesday, July 4 at 9:15 pm.
Summer in Streamwood would not be complete without Summer Celebration! Come and celebrate your “Hometown Pride” while enjoying great food, good friends and lively entertainment.
The fun begins on Friday, July 27 through Sunday, July 29. If you would like to be a part of the
fun, consider volunteering at the festival! Contact us at (630) 736-3800 or by email at
mayor@streamwood.org. For more information, visit us at www.streamwood.org.
We look forward to seeing you around town!
Sincerely,
Billie D. Roth, Village President
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Veolia Wheeled Carts
Tired of cleaning up after garbage day? Want an
easier way to dispose of trash and recycling?
Consider ordering Veolia’s wheeled carts! Veolia
rents wheeled carts for curbside garbage and recycling pick-up for only $4/month. For information,
visit their website at www.veoliaes.com, or call
(630) 587-8282.
CPR for
Healthcare
Providers
The Streamwood Fire
Department continues to
offer CPR classes for healthcare providers who need
certification. The next classes are scheduled for July
14 and August 11. The cost is $50 for residents ($65
for non-residents). Contact the Fire Department at
(630) 736-3650, or visit us on-line at
www.streamwood.org, for a schedule of classes.
Summer Fun and Safety
Fireworks, barbecues,
family, and friends are
great combinations for
summer fun. Look out for
hidden danger. Keep children and animals away
from grills and fire pits.
Never set off fireworks or
use sparklers. Sparkler injuries account for
almost 20% of all firework injuries. Use glow
sticks instead to keep your family safe.
K i t t i e ’s
o HANOVER TOWNSHIP RECYCLING EXTRAVAGANZA! On Saturday, August 4, Hanover
will again host its annual Recycling Extravaganza at the Township campus (250 S Route 59,
r Township
Bartlett) from 8:00 am -1:00 pm. Drop off electronics, prescription drugs, batteries, cell phones and
n much more. Shredding will also be available (two box limit). For a list of accepted items, visit
e www.hanover-township.org or call (630) 837-0301. This free event is open to all residents.
SUPPORT THE VETERANS MEMORIAL: The Veterans
r HELP
Commission is selling Commemorative Challenge Coins to raise funds for
a new Battle Marker. These beautiful coins show the Veterans and War
Dog Memorials. Brass coins are available for a minimum $10 donation.
Ceramic coins are available for a minimum $1 donation. To obtain a
coin, please contact Josh Peacock at (630) 736-3815.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY PROGRAM: Looking to make a difference this summer? The
Township’s Christmas in July program provides care packages for those in need. To participate,
visit the Giving Tree display at the Senior Center. Each ornament on the tree represents an item
for a senior in need. Return the wrapped item to Social Services no later than Friday, July 20.
Please attach the ornament to the gift to ensure it is matched to its recipient.
ORGANIZING A BLOCK PARTY? Applications are available in the Clerk’s Office, on-line or
by calling (630) 736-3806.
Village Clerk Kittie Kopitke •
Email: clerk@streamwood.org
Branch Pick-up Schedule
The 2012 Curbside Branch Pick-up program continues. The Village is divided into four areas. Please check the
map to determine your area. Each area is picked up only once per month.
Place your branches on the parkway with the cut ends facing the street, by 6:00 am on the designated date for
your area. Branches should be no greater than six inches (6”) in diameter, though they may be any length.
Please remember – It is important to have your branches out Monday morning. Please be patient if your
branches are still at the curb Monday afternoon. They will be picked up during your pick-up week.
Cell Phone Safety
Driving, while talking
on a cell phone, has
become a significant
cause of accidents.
New state statutes
prohibit using hand-held cell phones in construction and school zones, unless in the case of an
emergency. Violators face a fine of $250. The
Police Department has been actively enforcing
this new law, and will issue tickets to violators.
AARP Driver Safety Program
On August 14 and 16, from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm,
the Streamwood Police Department will host an
AARP Driver Safety Program. Participants must
attend both days. To register, call Commander
Hart at (630) 736-3706.
Village
Information
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Area 1
(North of Schaumburg Rd)
July 2
August 6
September 4
October 1
Area 2
(West of Oltendorf Rd)
July 9
August 13
September 10
October 8
Area 3
(East of Oltendorf Rd)
July 16
August 20
September 17
October 15
Area 4
(South of Irving Park Rd)
July 23
August 27
September 24
October 22
Thank you for your help and participation in this program, if you have any questions please contact the
Forestry Division of Public Works at (630) 736-3850.
Go Green . . .
For a Green Lawn
Community News
SEED Event and Art Expo
Hundreds of residents enjoyed Streamwood
Environmental Education Day (SEED) and our Art
Appreciation around the World events on April
28. Many expressed surprise at the ease of
walking to both events along the path between
Village Hall and the Library. At the Art Expo,
residents enjoyed speaking to artists, getting a
Mehndi tattoo, or having their caricature
done. At the SEED event, residents learned
useful gardening tips and conservation techniques, and enjoyed a birds of prey demonstration. Over 12,000 lbs. of e-waste was
collected at the SEED event.
DARE Graduations
Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) is an important part of our Police Department’s community-based policing. Officers work with kids to educate them about avoiding peer pressure and drug use, and learning to make
better choices. In May, students at Hanover-Countryside, Heritage, Parkwood and Sunnydale schools completed
their DARE instructions. President Roth, members of the Village Board, and Police Department personnel were on
hand to present the graduates with certificates of completion. Congratulations DARE graduates!
We all like a nice green lawn. What about a
“green” lawn? The fertilizer or weed killer
you use, can impact our water quality.
Consider these tips for a “green” lawn:
• Don’t bag grass. Clippings left on the
lawn add nitrogen and reduce fertilizer
use.
• Keep it long. Long grasses shade weeds.
Blood Drive – August 22
The Village’s Blood Commission will host a blood drive on August 22 at Village Hall between 2:00 – 8:00 pm. Call
Chairman Jan Klee at (630) 289-9599 for more information or to register. Walk-ins are always welcome!
Grabbing some take-out, or going out to dinner? Think about dining local! When you eat out in
town, your tax dollars stay in town, too. Many of our local businesses offer great coupons and meal
deals. Visit www.streamwood.org and click on our Shop Streamwood! logo for a directory of local restaurants.
Candlelight Bowling and Scholarship Fundraiser
The Streamwood Chamber of Commerce will host a fundraiser on Saturday, August 4. Enjoy a night of networking, bowling and pizza, at Streamwood Lanes, to benefit the Chamber Scholarship Fund. For more information,
call (630) 837-5200.
Buy One
Green Fee,
GET ONE FREE!
565 Madison Drive
Streamwood, Illinois
(630) 483-1881
• Use natural herbicides. Boiling water,
soap solutions and vinegar can kill many
weeds on contact.
Dine Out --- In Town!
Streamwood Oaks
Golf Club
Mow no closer than 3 inches to reduce pesticide use.
Cart required but
not Included
Original coupon must be presented at
time of play. Duplications not accepted.
Not valid with any other offer or promotion
or for league/outing play
Offer expires 9/30/12
• Water well. Lawns need about one inch
of water to be well irrigated. Make a water
gauge – a cup or container with a ruler –
and use a timer to figure out how long the
sprinkler has to run to get to one inch.
Water no more than once per week.
• Water wisely. It is not necessary to water
in hot, dry weather when grass goes dormant; dormant grass will recover in the
fall.
• Consider a rain barrel. Collect water
from roof and eave downspouts and use to
water your lawn. Be sure to use a deep collection barrel however, to avoid creating a
habitat for mosquitoes.
Community
News
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Park News
2012 Summer Movie Series
The Splash Pad is now open daily, from 11:00 am –
8:00 pm, through September, weather permitting.
Private party rentals are available daily 9:30 –
11:00 am, offering exclusive use of the Splash Pad
and the Thoroughbred Shelter, along with a staff
member during the time of the rental. For more
information, call (630) 483-3135.
Before each movie we will be grilling up hot dogs for a
good old-fashioned family BBQ. The 3RT team will also be
on hand for exciting games and activities! Enjoy the unique
setting of Hoosier Grove Park and get comfy with sleeping
bags, pillows and a full selection of movie snacks and
beverages for purchase! Enjoy Hugo on July 19 and
Happy Feet 2 on August 30. Grilling and games begin
at 6:30 pm. All movies begin at dusk. In case of inclement weather, the event
will be moved to the Hoosier Grove Barn.
Touch a Truck
Fall Brochures
Have you ever wondered how those big trucks work? Join us August 7, from
10:00 am – 12:00 noon at Park Place Family Recreation Center for our annual
Touch-A-Truck event! Free for all ages. Cameras highly recommended!
The new fall brochure full of new and exciting programs, classes and special
events will be available for pick up on August 1 at all Park District facilities and
throughout the Village.
Sunny Hill Splash Pad
Gail Borden News
Poplar Creek Library News
Comic Book Mania!
Convention 2012
Mango Languages
Comic Book Mania! 2012 will be
held on July 7, from 10:00 am –
4:00 pm. Special guest artists will include Dave Dorman
(Star Wars, Magic the Gathering), Juan Arevalo (Saint G), Dan Dougherty (Beardo),
Philip Moy (Batman, Power Puff Girls), and more! Register in advance for
Pokémon, and Yu-Gi-Oh! tournaments at www.gailborden.info, the Youth Help
desk, or by calling (847) 429-4685. Plus comics vendors, face-painting for the
kids, and more! If you wear a costume, you will win a prize! Admission is free.
Family Picnics on the Lawn
Bring a picnic supper to the library’s west lawn, and we’ll provide the entertainment
free! On July 9, come “touch-a-truck” and have fun with the big rigs. On August 6,
enjoy Scribblemonster, a blend of traditional children's music, improvisational comedy and more. Beverage and dessert provided by the library. All performances
begin at 7:00 pm.
Have Your Cake & Read It Too: Edible Book Festival
Want to learn Mandarin, French, German or Russian? The Library now offers
Mango Languages to help! The program is
available both in the library and from your
home computer. Home access requires a
Poplar Creek Library Card, number, and PIN.
Stop by the Reference Desk on the lower level for details.
Wacky Wednesdays!
Did you think Miss Lisa's Chaos program was a little too... chaotic? Try our
Wacky Wednesdays running through July 25. You'll learn how to make snacks,
play new card games, and hear some cool stories. For kids, ages 7 and up. Call
the Children’s Department at (630) 483-4923 for more information.
Summer Storytimes
Summer Storytimes at the Poplar Creek Public Library District end the week of
July 23. Back to School Storytimes will begin the week of September 10, and
registration will begin August 13. Call the Children’s Department at (630) 4834923 for more information or to register.
August 10-12, amateur and professional bakers are invited to create an edible
book with a theme inspired by a favorite tale or a pun on a famous title, or simply create one in the shape of a book. Register from July 11 to August 1, in person at the Main Library or Rakow Branch, to receive a free cake board on which
to display your cake. Prizes will be awarded! For more information, go to
www.gailborden.info
Mario Kart® Races!
Kitchen Chemistry
Hot, sticky, weather is upon us. Join a library book discussion club to cool off and stimulate the brain! The
Library has three groups in order to match peoples’
schedules and interests. It’s a great way to meet people,
learn about authors, and consider new books. Prior registration not required. Contact the Reader’s
Advisory/Fiction Desk for details.
Families are invited to learn
food science through experiments using common kitchen
materials, including cereal,
cabbage, spices, soda pop and
ice cream. Other demonstrations about lava lamps, Columbus’ Egg and the digestive tract will amaze you. Join us for science, music and fun! Two shows will be
held on August 9 at 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm in the Community Rooms.
Parks &
Libraries
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On July 18 at 12:30 pm, racers aged 10 years and under, can bring their controllers to battle for the cup! Registration is required. Call the Young Adults
Department at (630) 483-4928 for more information.
Join a Book Club!
Genealogy Club
The Genealogy Club will meet July 16 at 7:30 pm. The topic for this session will
cover “Land Records.” To register, call Janice at (630) 483-4944.
Career and Technical Programming Awards for Streamwood High School
Streamwood High School (SHS) students, who are part of the Career and Technical
Education (CTE) programs, have been busy collecting awards this year! The CTE programs
are designed to offer instruction that helps students develop an understanding of the
relationship between academics and technical skill development. CTE programs develop
skills for post-secondary education and future careers. CTE student achievements include:
• At the Precision Machining Awards Ceremony, students from Streamwood High
School earned five first place awards, from the Tool and Manufacturing
Association.
• DECA is an international organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. More than
15,000 DECA students, advisors, alumni and affiliated business representatives from
all fifty states and around the world attended their International Conference in Salt
Lake City, Utah. Sabrina Minhas, an SHS senior, placed first overall in the Hotel &
Lodging Management Event at the conference.
Award-winning DECA students received Certificates of Achievement . . .
• Students have earned scholarships/dual college credits professional certifications in the
Culinary, Automotive, Apparel/Textile Design, Computer Information, Early Childhood
Education, Manufacturing, Accounting and Healthcare Science fields in CTE classes and
leadership events.
The areas in CTE/STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) are:
• Business education
• Healthcare sciences
• Technology Education (Automotive Technology, Manufacturing and Design
Technology, and Engineering and Design Technology)
• Culinary
• Apparel and Textile Design
• Early Childhood Education
…as did award-winning HOSA students at a recent Village Board meeting.
Through CTE programs students have the opportunity to earn college credit, or be
on the path to industry certification. Our DECA and HOSA students were recently
honored by the Village Board for their achievements, proving that CTE is education
that works!
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 ………………………………………………………………Finance
William Carlson ……………………………………………………………Legislative
James Cecille ……………………………………………………………Public Safety
William Harper …………………………….........................................Public Works
Guy Patterson ………………………………………………………Community Affairs
Mary Thon ……………………………………………………Community Development
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
Community Development Department is open Thursday evenings until 7:00 pm during daylight savings hours
ECRWSS
Postal Customer
Streamwood, IL 60107
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MEETINGS/ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
Summer Celebration 2012
JULY
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4th of July Fireworks (see page 1)
9:15 pm
4
VILLAGE OFFICES CLOSED -- 4th of July
5
Village Board meeting
cancelled
7
Comic Book Mania! Convention (see page 6)
10:00 am
9
Community Relations Commission
7:00 pm
11
Zoning Board of Appeals
7:00 pm
14
CPR for Healthcare Providers (see page 4)
16
Genealogy Club (see page 6)
7:30 pm
17
Plan Commission
7:00 pm
18
Mario Kart® Races (see page 6)
19
Village Board meeting
27-29
SUMMER CELEBRATION (see page 1)
Don’t miss our fireworks Saturday night at 9:15 pm – it’s always a blast! Our
annual golf outing begins Sunday, July 29 with a shot-gun start at 7:30 am. The
music, food, and fun continue through 8:00 pm. Free shuttle buses make getting
to and from the park a breeze. Entrance to Summer Celebration is always free.
It’s the most fun you can have all summer!
Summer Celebration is sponsored by the Streamwood Chamber of Commerce,
Park District and Village. We also rely on the generous support of many local
businesses including:
12:30 pm
7:00 pm
AUGUST
1
Zoning Board of Appeals
7:00 pm
2
Village Board Meeting
7:00 pm
4
Township Recycling Extravaganza (see page 4)
8:00 am
4
Candlelight Bowl (see page 5)
7:00 pm
7
Touch-A-Truck (see page 6)
9
Kitchen Chemistry (see page 6)
11
CPR for Healthcare Providers (see page 4)
13
Community Relations Commission
7:00 pm
16
Village Board meeting
7:00 pm
21
Plan Commission
7:00 pm
22
BLOOD DRIVE VILLAGE HALL
10:00 am
6:00 pm
2:00-8:00 pm
visit us on the web at www.streamwood.org