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November / December 2016
On the 11th Hour of the 11th Day
of the 11th Month
Veterans Day Honoring
American Veterans of All Wars
Prior to 1954 Veterans Day was known as
Armistice Day, a day dedicated to the cause of
world peace, primarily honoring veterans of World
War I. In 1954, after World War II having had the
greatest U.S. armed forces assembly in the
nations history; and after American forces aided in
South Korea, the veterans service organizations
urged the 83rd Congress to amend the term
Armistice Day. As a result, the Act of 1938 was
amended by replacing the word Armistice, with
Veterans. On June 1, 1954, November 11th
became the official first Veterans Day a day to
honor American veterans of all wars.
Luminaria
Streamwoods Annual Traditional Holiday Celebration
Every year, on the first Friday in December, hundreds of
community volunteers, civic organizations, individuals
and families help bring holiday spirit to Streamwood, by
lighting up the Village with luminaria. Designated
groups take ownership in lighting candles placed in
sand-filled paper bags along Park Boulevard and
throughout the entire municipal campus Village Hall,
Police Station, and Veterans Memorial.
Two children will be selected by a raffle ticket drawing
for the opportunity to assist Village President Billie Roth
with Luminarias grand finale the lighting of the Village holiday tree! The Village holiday tree, the largest spruce in
Veterans Memorial, is adorned with thousands of holiday lights. This stunning display of lights is a sight to be seen!
Of course, this holiday tradition would not be complete without cookies, hot cocoa, and a visit by two very important
guests Mr. & Mrs. Claus! Stop by Village Hall, as Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be in town visiting with children of all ages.
Billie D. Roth
Village President
DARE Donation
At a recent Board meeting, representatives from AMVETS Post 277
donated $1,000 to the Villages Drug Abuse Resistance Education
(DARE) Program. The DARE Program operates in nine schools
throughout the Village and teaches students to make positive, healthy
choices.
Michael H. Baumer
Village Trustee
Public Saftey Committee
James P. Cecille
Village Trustee
Community Development
Committee
The Village approved a contract with Corrective Asphalt Materials to apply corrective sealant to various
streets throughout the Village. This sealant penetrates cracks and protects the asphalt surface, helping to
extend the life of the pavement. Areas to be restored may include Surrey Meadows and Autumn Chase
subdivisions.
William W. Harper
Village Trustee
Finance Committee
Legislative Committee
Mary F. Thon
Village Trustee
Public Works
Committee
Kittie L. Kopitke
Village Clerk
Village News
Streamwood Oaks Golf Club Celebrates 25 Years!
On September 28, a golf outing and reception was held in
celebration of the 25th Anniversary of our communitys hidden
gem - Streamwood Oaks Golf Club. Guests enjoyed a 9-hole round
of golf on Streamwood Oaks championship course. The Village
held a tree planting and dedication commemorating this milestone
event. During the anniversary reception, Streamwood Oaks
General Manager, Tom Schneider, took the opportunity to honor the
memory of one of the Clubs long-time employees and dear friend, John Costello, who passed away earlier
this year. A new tree was also planted in dedication to his memory.
Village News
Tree Alert
The Village Public Works Forestry Department would like to alert residents to
black spots on maple tree leafs. This black spot or tar spot on leaves is a
tree fungus which affects all species of maple trees. Black spot fungus does
not have any effect on humans or pets. Although it may be unsightly, black
spot is generally not harmful to healthy maple trees. Unfortunately, if the
problem continues untreated it may begin to stress the tree. We are asking
residents to help control the spread of black spot, by raking up all leaves and
dispose of them in appropriate yard waste containers in a timely manner.
I would like to thank the business and community members who joined us on September 28
in celebration of Streamwood Oaks Golf Clubs 25th anniversary. Despite the oddly cold
weather, it was a very enjoyable event.
Its hard to believe that the end of 2016 is already upon us. 2016 marked anniversary
milestones for two of the Villages prized assets Veterans Memorial and
Streamwood Oaks Golf Club both celebrating 25 Years. We were not the only
ones celebrating anniversary milestones. Poplar Creek Library as well as the Streamwood
Park District, both celebrated their golden 50th!
This time of year is a busy one for the Village, as I am sure it is for you and your family.
Plans are underway for the Villages annual holiday celebration Luminaria, on Friday,
December 2 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. If you, your family, or organization would like to
volunteer to help light up the Village with luminaria, please contact my office at (630)
736-3803 or by email at mayor@streamwood.org.
The holiday season is also a time to remember those less fortunate. Please consider helping
a senior citizen or family in need for the holidays, by donating coats, hats, scarves and/or
mittens, or by contributing to our local food pantry. To see how you can personally help
make a difference this holiday season, contact the Hanover Township Welfare
Services at (630) 540-9085 or the Hanover Township Senior Center at
(630) 483-5600.
The Village Board recently completed and adopted our 2017 Goals and Objectives. Our
annual goalsetting program provides us a clear path for setting priorities as we develop our
annual budget. Our guiding principal is always to maintain a balanced budget, improve our
reserve balances, keep the cost of government down, while maintaining the programs and
services our community expects and deserves.
I hope to see you at upcoming events in the community. Our Community Relations
Committee will host its annual Cultures of our Community event on Saturday,
November 5 at Poplar Creek Library from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. This is a great opportunity
to meet your neighbors and to learn and celebrate our communitys strenght in its diversity.
Please take time to honor and give thanks to our veterans by joining the Village Board and
the Veterans Commission for a Veterans Day observance at Streamwoods Veterans
Memorial on Friday, November 11 at 11:00 am.
On behalf of the entire Village Board we would like to wish you and yours a very safe and
happy holiday season! We look forward to continuing to serve you in the New Year, as
2017 will be a very special one - the 60th Anniversary of the Village of
Streamwood!
Sincerely,
Billie D. Roth, Village President
Village News
Fire Department Open House
Ki t t ie s Kor ne r
Village Clerk Kittie Kopitke
Early Voting Hours at Streamwood Village Hall
The remaining dates available for Early Voting for the November 8th Election at Streamwood Village
Hall, are Tuesday, November 1 through Friday, November 4 from 9:00 am 7:00 pm; Saturday,
November 5 from 9:00 am 5:00 pm; Sunday, November 6 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm; and
Monday, November 7 from 9:00 am 5:00 pm.
Community News
Hanover Township
Holiday Application Sign Up
Registration is open for Hanover Township families facing financial hardship for the 2016 Holiday Season. Applications are being accepted now and through
December 16, at the Astor Avenue Community Center, 7431 Astor Avenue in Hanover Park. Applications will be processed on Mondays, Wednesdays
and Fridays from 9:00 11:00 am. This program serves Hanover Township residents only. Required documents for the application process include:
valid ID, utility bill dated within the last 30 days, birth certificate for children 0-15 years old, proof of income covering the last 30 days prior to the date of the
application. For questions or more information, please call (630) 540-9085.
Hanover Township Holiday Bazaar
Hanover Township and the Victory Centre of Bartletts Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held on Friday, November 18 and Saturday, November 19
from 9:00 am 3:00 pm. at the Hanover Township Senior Center and the Victory Centre of Bartlett. This is an opportunity to shop for unique holiday gifts
at over 40 vendors selling handmade goods from scarves and blankets, to candles and baked goods. There will be something for everyone at the Bazaar! This
is a free event.
Breakfast with Santa
The Township will host a Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, November 19 from 9:30-10:30 am at the Hanover Township Senior Center. Tickets are $5
for children age 9 and under and $10 for ages 10 and up. Proceeds will benefit the Adopt-A-Senior program.
Holiday Meal Box Giveaways
Families in need are invited to Hanover Townships Holiday Meal Box giveaway, scheduled for November 22 and December 20 from 8:0010:00
am, or while supplies last, at the Hanover Township main campus at IL Route 59 in Bartlett. The Holiday Meal boxes will be given to eligible
township residents providing proof of residency, food pantry card, medical card or utility bill. If you have any questions or would like additional information,
please contact Hanover Township Welfare Services at 630-540-9085.
Holiday Party
Santa will visit with children at the Hanover Township Holiday Party on December 14 from 3:30 5:00 pm, at the Hanover Township Community
Center at 7431 Astor Ave, Hanover Park. This is a free holiday event!
For additional information on any of the above events, please contact Hanover Township at (630) 483-5600.
Holiday Home Decorating Contest
Do you enjoy decorating your home for the holidays with a showcase of lights and other holiday
twinkles? Well, dont enjoy the spectacular alone show it off! Enter the 2016 Village Holiday
Home Decorating Contest! Participating entries must be received by Monday, December 1.
Homes will be judged by members of the Luminaria committee, on Friday, December 9 and
Saturday, December 10, between the hours of 6:30 pm 9:30 pm. Holiday lights must
be on in order to be judged. Homes will be judged within three categories: multi-family home
display; traditional single-family home display; or ornamental single-family home display.
Complete the entry form below and submit via: email to mayor@streamwood.org; fax (630) 837-0242; mail to Village of Streamwood, 301 E. Irving Park
Rd., Streamwood 60107; or, simply drop it off at the cashier counter in Village Hall. The Holiday Home Decorating Contest is open to all Streamwood
residents.
2016 Holiday Home Decorating Contest - Entry Form
Name:
Address:
Phone:
All entries must be received by Thursday, December 1, 2016. Winning home entries will be notified by December 19. A photo of the winning homes
will be published in a future issue of Streamwood Community Newsletter, unless otherwise specified at time of contest entry.
For additional information and to register for any of the above events,
please contact the Poplar Creek Library at (630) 483-4910.
Park News
Streamwood Park District
Letters to Santa
Santa will have a special mailbox at the Streamwood
Community Center and at Park Place from December 1 15 for letters
written by children. Santa will reply to all letters directly from the North Pole.
Letters can also be mailed directly to: Santa Claus c/o Streamwood Park
District, 550 S. Park Blvd., Streamwood, IL 60107
Frosty 4K
The Frosty 4K is a family event that will take you on a 2.5 mile trek around
Hoosier Grove Park on
December 4. Families will
head from Hoosier Grove Park
to Aquarius Park, then back to
Hoosier Grove, where a cup of
hot chocolate and a visitor
from the North Pole awaits.
Check-in begins at 7:30 am;
race time starts at 8:30 am.
Registration is required. The
cost is $25 and all participants
will receive a Frosty 4K shirt.
School News
School District U-46
School District U-46 will host its ninth annual Principal for a Day event with
more than 50 community leaders stepping into the principals office
from 8:00 am 12:00 pm on Friday, December 2, in schools across
our District. The program offers local business, government and non-profit
leaders a behind-the-scenes look at all the responsibilities of a principal as
well as the day-to-day routines and demands. To conclude the event,
community leaders will be invited to attend a luncheon at Villa Olivia in
Bartlett, sponsored by Marco, a leading technology services provider.
Business and community leaders interested in filling the principals shoes
for a day may contact Coordinator of Family & Community Engagement
Karla Jimenez at 847-888-5000 ext. 4211 or karlajimenez@u-46.org.
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