November 2015

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Luminaria 2015 Over 30 Years

Of Lighting Up Streamwood!
What a sight to see! Every year hundreds of volunteers, civic organizations and families help bring the holiday spirit to Streamwood by lighting
our community with luminaria. As the first snowflakes begin to appear
these holiday lanterns will light not only Park Boulevard but Village Hall,
the Police Station and Veterans Memorial as well. The entire Municipal
Campus is also filled with lights to bring even more holiday cheer!

Veterans Day 2015

On a cold November day in 1918 the Allied
nations and Germany laid down their
weapons at the 11th hour of the 11th day in
the 11th month. It was this end of World War
I, known as the war to end all wars, that
gave us our modern Veterans Day.

Join us on December 4, at 6:30pm for Luminaria 2015. Dont forget to

bring your camera! Two lucky winners are selected to help Village
President Billie Roth light the holiday tree. When the switch is thrown,
our official holiday tree, the largest spruce in the Memorial, is draped in
thousands of bright white lights. Back at Village Hall, keep
warm with cookies, hot cocoa, friendship and visit with Santa
and Mrs. Claus.
If you, your family, or your organization would like to help light
luminaria, contact the Village at (630) 736-3802.
Join your friends and neighbors for this uniquely Streamwood
tradition. Help bring the holidays to light!

Take the time this November 11 to thank and

honor a veteran for their service.
Veterans Day Ceremony
November 11, 2015
11:00 am
Veterans Memorial
(adjacent to Village Hall)

Board News

Village Information

Community Information

Parks and Libraries

Schools

Village Board News

Do You Know a Family in Need?
Applications are being accepted for children and families to enroll in the Townships holiday programs.
Applications can be mailed to or dropped off at the Astor Avenue Community Center (7431 Astor Ave.,
Hanover Park) Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9-11am.

Shop Local for the Holidays

Recent Board Actions

Crime Free Housing
The Village recently passed an amendment to
our Rental Residential Property ordinance. This
proposed ordinance will assist landlords in
obtaining and keeping the best possible tenants.
Under the amendment, the Police Department
would require any landlord wishing to rent their
property to first complete an approved Crime
Free Housing Training Seminar. Training will consist of how to conduct a thorough background
check and other topics. We look forward to providing safer housing for all our residents.
Road Salt
Winter is coming fast! The Board approved a
contract with Cargill Inc. for road salt necessary
for the upcoming winter season.

Shopping locally has never been easier. Visit the Villages website at
www.streamwood.org for a complete list of local businesses to
help you find that perfect gift. Businesses post coupons and specials on
the site, making shopping easy and economical. This year, the Village
has made shopping in the Village even easier by launching the Shop
Streamwood application, available through the Google Play Store,
Apple App Store, or our QR code. This app is a great way to connect not only to local businesses, but to the
Village as well. Best of all, its free to download and use! Check it out today!

Public Safety Donations

Generous donations were recently accepted by the Board from both the Kiwanis Club of Streamwood and the local
VFW Post 5151. Thank you for the $500 donations to our DARE and child safety seat programs.

Summer Celebration Parade Winners

At a recent Board meeting, Summer Celebration Chairman Bill
Berquist was on hand to issue certificates to our Parade
Winners. Congratulations to all of them for their participation!

Board News

Rain Barrels
The Village Board recently approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Metropolitan
Water Reclamation District allowing residents to
obtain rain barrels
which will be delivered to their homes
at no cost. Rain barrels collect the water
run-off from your
roof and gutters and
divert the water for
use in your garden.
This helps improve
our overall water
quality by reducing run-off in our storm drains,
and you can save money by using the rain
water to water your flowers! Rain barrel applications are available at Village Hall and online.

The holidays are here! Be sure to shop locally this season. This helps to support your community. When you
shop locally, sales taxes stay in town and support Streamwood services.

Billie Roth

Michael Baumer

William Carlson

James Cecille

William Harper

Guy Patterson

Mary Thon

Your Village President, Board of Trustees, and Village Clerk

Kittie Kopitke

Fire Prevention Week Open House

Message From The Village President

We had a great group stop by during Fire

Prevention Week to learn about the importance of
fire prevention and safety. Fire prevention week is
traditionally held in the month of October as that is
the same timeframe as the great Chicago fire.
After the great fire many changes were made, to
safety regulations statewide, that are still there
today to help protect everyone in the event of a
fire. The Streamwood Fire Departments Open
House was held on October 3. Guests were able to
spray a fire hose, tour the station, and pick up
some tips on keeping their homes and families
safe from fire. They were even able to learn more
about Flight for Life and see the helicopter take off.

As Streamwoods families have settled in to the new school year and the last
leaves fall from the trees I am
reminded of all the things we as
a community can be thankful
for. I am thankful for a diverse
community and encourage you
to get together with your neighbors November 7 at the annual
Cultures of Our Community. A
big thanks to the Community
Relations Committee for hosting
such a wonderful event!
Take the time to thank a veteran for their service and come
visit our beautiful memorial this
Veterans Day. The ceremony will
be held November 11 at 11am.

Heritage Elementary School 1st Graders visit

Village Hall.

Our Park District is hosting its first ever Frosty 4K on December 6. Join us for a
2.5 mile walk/run/stroll around Hoosier Grove Park and warm up by the fire
when you are finished!
The holiday season also encourages us to remember those less fortunate.
Consider adopting a family or senior for the holidays. Donate coats, mittens,
or scarves, or contribute to the local food pantry. For more information,
please contact Hanover Township at (630) 837-0301 or the Senior Center at
(630) 483-5600.
Shopping locally is an easy and convenient way to give back to our community.
Local businesses provide jobs for your neighbors. Sales taxes help to pay for
Village services, while reducing our reliance on property taxes. When you shop
outside of Streamwood, your tax dollars go outside of Streamwood, too. Make
your tax dollars work for you. During this holiday season, remember to Shop
Smart, Shop Local, Shop Streamwood!
Another big thank you to the first graders from Heritage Elementary school for
visiting Village Hall this past month. It was wonderful to see so many young
faces eager to learn about our Village!

Liquor License Holder Training

On December 2 at 10am and 1pm, all holders of Village-issued liquor licenses are
invited to attend refresher training on liquor sales regulations and recent changes in
the laws. This mandatory training will help liquor license holders spot false identification, identify over-served patrons,
and ensure compliance with local and
state liquor sales rules. The training will
be held in the Police Department
Training Room, 401 East Irving Park
Road. For further information, contact
Commander Zeigler at (630) 736-3700.

Were excited to be celebrating over 30 years of lighting up Streamwood for the

holidays! We invite you to join us December 4 as we kick off the holiday season
in the best way. Consider volunteering to light luminaria. Visit with Santa and
Mrs. Claus. Enjoy warm refreshments. Stay for our holiday tree lighting. Theres
nothing like starting off the holidays with family, friends, and neighbors.
The Village Board looks forward to seeing you at these upcoming events. And,
we would like to wish you a safe and happy holiday season!

Sincerely,

Billie D. Roth, Village President

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Curbside Mailboxes
Winter
is
coming!
Remember to check your
mailbox before the snow
falls this season. Make sure
the post is in good condition
and is properly placed.
Mailboxes are to be
installed 42 inches above
the ground, with the opening
12 inches behind the curb. Mailboxes installed too
close to the curb are in danger of being in the path
of the snowplows. Improperly placed mailboxes
will not be repaired or replaced by the Village in
the event of snow plow related damage. Please
remember to put your house number on both sides
of the box to aid emergency personnel.

Fall Back! November 1

Daylight Saving Time will
end on November 1 at
2:00am. Dont forget to
turn your clocks back one
hour. Its also a good time
to check the batteries on
your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

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
November 14. The cost of this class is $50.00 for
residents and $65.00 for non-residents. The
Streamwood Fire Department offers a variety of
CPR and First Aid classes.

Fire Hydrants
Residents are asked
to please shovel out
fire hydrants in case
of a snowfall. This will
aid
emergency
services in reaching
the hydrants that much quicker in the event of a
disaster. Just a few extra shovelfuls of snow can
help protect your property, your neighbors, and
your family!

Village
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K i t t i e s
o HOLIDAY HOURS: Village Offices will be closed on November 11 in honor of Veterans Day,
26-27 for the Thanksgiving holiday, December 24-25 for the Christmas holiday, and
r November
January 1 for the New Years holiday.
n KIWANIS COAT DRIVE: The Kiwanis Club of Streamwood is hoste ing its annual coat drive. Collection bins are available throughout the
community and in Village Hall. Coats, gloves, hats and scarves in
r good
condition will be donated to families in need in our area.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT HOURS: With daylight savings time ending,
please note that the Community Development Department will no longer be open until 7:00 pm on
Thursdays, closing at 4:30 pm instead.

Village Clerk Kittie Kopitke

Email: clerk@streamwood.org

Winter Parking Rules

In order to ensure that our streets can be easily cleared during snow
storms, residents are permitted to park across the sidewalk starting on
December 1. Winter parking rules remain effective through February 29.

Recreational Vehicle Parking Regulations

As residents begin to store their boats and campers, please be reminded of
the regulations for parking recreational equipment at your house.
No RV can block the sidewalk
No RV in front of the house can be more than eight feet (8) in height
All RVs must be stored on asphalt, concrete or approved pavers
No RV stored on a residential lot can be more than thirty-five feet (35) long

Rental Licensing
As a reminder, to avoid late charges, renewals must be submitted to the
Community Development Department by December 31.
If you own a rental property, but do not have a rental license, please
note that all residential properties in the Village that are not owner-occupied require a rental license. This yearly license includes an annual
inspection to ensure all rental properties conform to Village codes. Forms
are available either on the Villages website (www.streamwood.org),
or at Village Hall in the Community Development Department.
The Village Board adopted some changes to the Rental Licensing Program which will take effect for the 2017
licensing cycle. These will include a requirement for all owners or managers to have our Crime Free Initiative
landlord training. It will also be mandatory that the owner reside in one of the following counties: Cook,
DuPage, Kane, Lake or McHenry. If the owner lives outside this area then the owner will be required to have a
designated agent/manager who does reside in one of these counties. If you have any questions regarding
rental licensing, please contact the department at (630)736-3839.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are we allowed to rake our leaves into to the street?
A: No, raking leaves into the street is one of the main causes of flooding in the fall. It can clog storm
drains and for that reason is against Village Ordinances. Please place all leaves in Kraft bags or obtain a
$1 sticker at Village Hall and put leaves in a designated container for pickup at the curb.

Cultures of Our Community

The beauty of Streamwood lies in the diversity of
its people. Come join us November 7 from 1-4pm
as the Villages Community Relations Commission
hosts its annual Cultures of Our Community celebration. This free event is taking place at Poplar
Creek Public Library (1405 S. Park Blvd.) and
will showcase our many cultures, such as
Egyptian, Chinese, Russian, and Indian.
Enjoy performances such as traditional dances,
demonstrations, and short presentations about
the variety of cultures that make up our community! Light snacks from around the world
will be available throughout the event.

Holiday Toy Drive

Applications for Hanover Townships Holiday Toy
Drive and Sponsor-A-Family are now being
accepted at the Hanover Township Astor Avenue
Community Center, 7431 Astor Avenue in
Hanover Park. Families facing financial hardship
can apply Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
from 9 - 11am. The last day to submit an application for Sponsor-A-Family will be on November
18. Applications for the toy drive will be accepted
through December 16. For questions or more information, please contact the Hanover Township Astor
Avenue Community Center at (630) 540-9085.

Emerald Ash Borer Update

The Village has continued to work on combatting the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Since the EAB was confirmed in the Village, 3,714 ash trees have been removed and 1,929 trees have been replaced. The
Village plans on replacing almost all of the trees removed depending on location restraints and utility conflicts. Most ash trees will be removed by early-2016. Most replacements will be planted by the end of
2017. Species diversity will be a planting objective to better protect our communitys trees in the future.
If you have any questions regarding trees, including ash trees on private property, please call the Forestry
Division at (630) 736-3850.

Holiday Meal Box Giveaways

Hanover Townships Holiday Meal Box Giveaways are set for Tuesday, November 24 and Monday,
December 21. The Thanksgiving giveaway is set for November 24 from 8 10am, or while supplies
last at the Hanover Township Main Campus, 250 S. IL Route 59 in Bartlett. The Christmas giveaway is
set for December 21 from 8 - 10am, or while supplies last at the Hanover Township Main Campus, 250
S. IL Route 59 in Bartlett. Residents need to bring a valid ID and Food Pantry card or utility bill. For
questions or more information please contact Hanover Township Welfare Services at (630) 540-9085.

Fall Semester Tutoring Program

With school back in session, now is a good time for parents to
make sure their children do not fall behind in their studies and
receive extra help in problem areas. The Hanover Township
tutoring program is staffed by certified primary and secondary
education teachers. The fee is $45 per child per semester; a
payment plan is available. Student must live in Hanover Township and be in Grades 2 - 12. For questions about the program, please call (630) 483-5799 or visit www.hanover-township.org under
the Youth and Family Services Department.

Going Green This Winter

Time Your Lights
The Villages Natural Resource Conservancy Commission
recommends putting your holiday lights on a timer. This
will help reduce energy by turning off lights during the
day or late at night, even if you forget!

Holiday Lights Recycling Program

This holiday season, the Village of Streamwood will again
partner with Elgin Recycling for a Holiday Lights Recycling
Program. The program will run from November 2, 2015
through February 4, 2016.
You can recycle old holiday lights at
four (4) convenient locations around
the Village: Village Hall, Public
Works, Poplar Creek Public Library,
and Park Place Family Recreation
Center. Types of lights that are
accepted through this program include mini-lights, Italian
lights, C7 lights, C9 lights, rope lights, and LED lights, as
well as extension cords. Simply place old, broken, and
unused lights, cords, and strands in the designated containers during normal business hours.
For more information about the Holiday Lights Recycling
Program, please visit www.streamwood.org, or track
our progress at www.elginrecycling.com.

Have a water efficient H2Oliday!

Preparing for and cleaning up after
holiday meals and parties can use
much more water than ordinary,
everyday use. The EPA says running
your tap continuously while preparing food or washing dishes wastes
water and can use more than two
gallons of water every minute your
tap is running. That's a lot when
you're cooking a big meal for extended family members
and friends! Find ways to reduce your water and energy
use, for example:
Scrape dirty dishes clean, instead of using water to
rinse them before you put them in the dishwasher.
If you dont use a dishwasher, fill the sink with a few gallons of soapy wash water, clean your dishes, and put
them aside. Then rinse them all together afterwards.

Either of these simple practices could save 10 gallons of

water. If every American household reduced their water
use by 10 gallons on just Thanksgiving Day, it would save
more than 1 billion gallons of water, as well as save any
energy or materials used to pump or treat tap water.

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Park News
Polar Express Storytime Train

Based on the book The Polar Express

by Chris Van Allsburg, the Storytime Train will be
leaving from the Bartlett Metra Station and heading
to the North Pole (Wood Dale Metra Station) on
Sunday, December 20 from 11am - 2pm or 3 - 6pm.
Children and their families will hear the story of The
Polar Express, sing Christmas Carols, and meet Santa
Clause at the North Pole. Cost is $15 for participants 11 and under and $20 for those
over 12. Children ages 2 - 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Frosty 4K

The Frosty 4K is a new family event that will take you on a 2.5 mile walk/run/stroll
around Hoosier Grove Park on Sunday, December 6. Families will head to Aquarius

Poplar Creek Library News

Breakfast with Santa

There will be plenty of smiles and giggles as children enjoy breakfast with Santa and
Mrs. Claus on Saturday, December 5 from 9:30 - 11:30am at the Hoosier Grove Barn.
There will be a buffet-style meal of pancakes, sausage, juice, and coffee. Sit on
Santas lap and receive a picture and special present. Tickets sell out quickly! All
attendees must register to participate. Children under 2 years of age are FREE.
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 SPDCARES.COM
or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Gail Borden News

Storming the Library

Food for Fines will take place November 1 through the

14. During this time you may bring in one canned food or boxed
item for each dollar (or part of a dollar) you have in fines. Your library record will
be cleared up to $20.00 per card. This does not apply to patrons in collections.
Call the Circulation desk at (630) 483-4937 for more details.

Families are invited to explore the wonders of weather through

hands-on activities from 6 - 8pm on November 5 in the Meadows
Community Rooms. The program will be presented in cooperation
with Northern Illinois University STEM Read.

Voter Registration

Spoken Word Workshop with Real T@lk

As we ready for the upcoming presidential race, all eligible

Illinois citizens who would like to become a registered voter
please call the reception desk to check the availability of our current registrars.

Auto Detailing: Do It Like a Professional

This class is a must for anyone who wants to keep their car looking its best!
Instructor, Gary Kouba, a specialist in the craft of automotive enhancement,
will teach you the secrets of the experts on November 9 at 7pm.

Medicare Made Simple: Whether you are new to Medicare or a veteran, there will be something to learn for everyone!
Join us November 17 at 7pm to learn about:
Medicare enrollment periods, Parts A, B, C, and D.
How to cover the gaps in Medicare which include
deductibles, coinsurance, and premiums.
Differences in supplemental coverage with a drug plan or a Part C
Medicare Advantage Plans.
Become aware of potential penalties imposed for not having proper coverage.

Gail Borden Librarys teen center (grades 9 - 12), called

Studio 270, will present storyteller and slam poet
Brandon Real T@lk Williams from 5 - 7pm on Tuesday,
November 9 at the Main Library. A native of Peoria and
graduate of University of Illinois, Real T@lk is a conscious artist who touches on themes including society, relationships, love and life
in general. He has worked with both Andre 3000 and Big Boi of Outkast.

Sunday Afternoon Concert Series

The one-hour performances begin at 2pm in the Meadows
Community Rooms at the Main Library. Meet the artists and enjoy
refreshments after each concert. Free tickets are available at the
Main Library and Rakow Branch three weeks prior to each concert.
November 15 - enjoy the EStrella Piano Duo with Svetlana Belsky and Elena
Doubovitskaya. They will present a program of original compositions and
transcribed masterpieces for piano duo from three centuries, concluding with
Gershwin's ever-popular Rhapsody in Blue.

Presented by an independent licensed Illinois agent.

December 6 - ESO Concert: Brass Music from around the World. Listen to the
ESO Brass Quintet play music and learn how much fun it is to travel using
your ears. No passport needed!

Christmas Music in the Movies

Leadership Lessons from the North Pole

will take place on Wednesday, December 16 from

7-8:30pm. Dont miss this wonderfully wintry presentation of your favorite holiday music in the
movies, featuring stars like Jack Benny, Judy
Garland, Bing Crosby, Red Skelton and more! Film
historian, Steven Frenzel will take us back to the Golden Days while sharing insights
and trivia about the stars that brought us these memorable moments.

Parks &
Libraries
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Park and then back to the finish line at the new Hoosier Grove
Courtyard where a cup of hot chocolate and warm fire awaits you.
Strollers are welcome. Check-in begins at 7:30am with race time
starting at 8:30am. Registration fee is $20 and all participants will
receive a Frosty 4K shirt. Deadline for registration is December 2.
Dont miss this new and exciting event!

For all of these events, please call the reception desk at

(630) 483-4910 to register.

Wilderness guide and speaker John Huston will reveal ways for you to
achieve your goals and succeed when facing challenges at 7pm on December 1 in
the Main Librarys Meadows Community Rooms. John has completed major expeditions to the South Pole, Greenland and Canadas Ellesmere Island. He and his
expedition partner also became the first Americans to reach the North Pole unsupporteda journey of 55 days and more than 475 miles!
His expeditions have taught him the importance of a positive mental outlook and commitment to the team throughout the journey. Please register for this free program at
www.gailborden.info or by calling (847) 429-4597.

School District U-46 News

Tefft Turns 50!
Tefft Middle School celebrated
the 50th Anniversary of the
schools opening on Saturday
afternoon September 26 with
a special rededication ceremony. Nearly 1,000 people
attended, including some of
the first students and teachers who opened the building. Current students decorated
the hallways in the themes of the five decades, and staff presented the program
which replicated the original event held on September 26, 1965.

During a student-led conference, students accept responsibility for their own performance in each class by articulating and demonstrating their progress, goals, and
areas of accomplishment, said Tefft Principal Lavonne Smiley. Student-led conferences integrate organization and communication skills while building confidence. The child becomes the key communicator in describing his or her school
progress. Students gain increased self-confidence, learn to evaluate their work, and
have a voice in their educational progress.
More schools in School District U-46 are now implementing the student-led model.

Heritage 1st Graders Visit Village Hall

Students from Heritage Elementary School recently stopped by Village Hall and the
Police Department. 1st graders got a change to meet the Police Chief and tour the
Station. Students then walked through the Veterans Memorial and learned about
the different wars and branches of the armed forces. Next, they got a special tour
of Village offices and Council Chambers led by Village President Billie Roth.

Teffts Student-Led Conferences a Model

Most schools hold parent-teacher conferences in the fall to provide the opportunity
for parents to hear about their childrens progress at school. At Tefft Middle School,
parents not only get an update they hear it directly from their children at Teffts
student-led conferences. This years conferences were held October 22 and 23.

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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
Mary Johnson Finance Director
Chris Clark Fire Chief
James Gremo Police Chief
Matt Mann Public Works Director

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MEETINGS/ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
NOVEMBER
1

Daylight Saving Time Ends FALL BACK one hour

Village Board Meeting

7:00 pm

Cultures of Our Community (see page 5)

1:00 pm

Auto Detail Like a Pro (see page 6)

7:00 pm

Community Relations Commission

7:00 pm

11

Veterans Day Ceremony (see page 1)

11

VETERANS DAY VILLAGE OFFICES CLOSED

14

CPR for Healthcare Providers (see page 4)

17

Planning and Zoning Board

7:00 pm

19

Village Board Meeting

7:00 pm

24

Veterans Memorial Commission

7:00 pm

26-27

THANKSGIVING VILLAGE OFFICES CLOSED

11:00 am

DECEMBER
7:00 pm

Home Decorating Contest

Are you decorating for the holidays? Do you wait each year for one of your
neighbors special displays? Consider entering yourself or others in our
Annual Home Decorating Contest!
Judging is in three categories: multi-family home display; traditional singlefamily display; or ornamental single-family display. Mail or drop off the form
below to Village Hall to enter a home you feel deserves to be recognized.

Leadership Lessons (see page 6)

Liquor License Holder Training (see page 3)

Village Board Meeting

7:00 pm

Luminaria and Tree Lighting (see page 1)

6:30 pm

Frosty 4K (see page 6)

7:30 am

Name

ESO Concert (see page 6)

2:00 pm

Address

15

Planning and Zoning Board

7:00 pm

16

Christmas Music in the Movies (see page 6)

7:00 pm

17

Village Board Meeting

7:00 pm

24-25

CHRISTMAS VILLAGE OFFICES CLOSED

10:00 am

Village of Streamwood
Christmas Home Decoration Entry Form

Phone Number

All entries must be returned to the Village Hall , 301 E. Irving Park Road,
Streamwood, IL 60107 by December 5. Judging will take place during the weekend
of December 12. Winners will be notified by December 22.

visit us on the web at www.streamwood.org