June 2006

Fourth of July

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Meet your New Neighbors: The Chicago Hounds & the Chicago Shamrox

When the Sears Centre Arena opens in October 2006 in Hoffman Estates, it will be home to both the Chicago Hounds of the United Hockey League and the Chicago Shamrox of the National Lacrosse League. Construction on the 11,000-seat arena located in the Prairie Stone Business Park is currently underway. The Chicago Hounds will take to the ice beginning this November. During the April 2006 league announcement of the new franchise, team owner Eric Margenau described the style of UHL play as “old-time hockey” with plenty of hard hitting and fast play. Tickets for the Chicago Hounds home games will range in price from $10 - $25 each. The addition of the Chicago Hounds comes as welcome news to area hockey fans! In late May, the National Lacrosse League announced its newest franchise, the Chicago Shamrox. The Shamrox will also call the Sears Centre Arena home during their inaugural season. The Sears Centre is currently in talks with additional sports teams and concert promoters. More information on the tenant teams and concerts, performers and entertainers coming to the Sears Centre is available on the Sears Centre website: http://www.searscentre.com The website has additional information related to advertising opportunities and ticket sales information.

The above renderings project how the completed Sears Centre Arena will look during the day (left) and night (right).

REMINDER: ZIP CODE CHANGES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2006 All Hoffman Estates addresses, including residential and business addresses in the 60194 and 60195 ZIP Codes, will be changing effective July 1, 2006. This change will not effect Schaumburg addresses in the 60194 and 60195 ZIP Codes. This change will not effect PO Box addresses in Hoffman Estates.

Hoffman Estates addresses in the 60192, 60010 and 60067 ZIP Codes will retain their current ZIP Codes.

If you have questions regarding the ZIP Code change, please contact the Village at 847-781-2605.

Please see the map on the back page of the Citizen Newsletter for more details or visit www.hoffmanestates.org for more information.

Sears Centre Opens October 2006: Progress on the interior construction (pictured left and below) is underway as the Sears Centre gears up for its October 2006 opening.

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SATURDAY, JULY 1 Arts and Crafts Fair (Police Dept. Grounds Gannon & Golf Road. Additional parking at Hoffman Estates High School)) 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Carnival 1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Wristband hours (Carnival) 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Kids Petting Zoo (Sponsored by Schaumburg Township District Library H. E. Branch) 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. ■ DJ Music and Games 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ■ Trivia Blitz Gameshow 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Bingo with Cash Prizes 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Bike Auction Viewing: 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. Live Auction: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ■ Karaoke 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ■ DJ Music and Games 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. ♫ Voices

6:30 p.m. ♫ American English

9:00 p.m.

Special Events HOTLINE: 847-781-2659

Hi Infidelity

June 30 - July 4, 2006 Village Hall Grounds - 1900 Hassell Road

Free Parking at ADP Building and Muir School

FRIDAY, JUNE 30 Carnival ONLY

6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. SUNDAY, JULY 2 Arts and Crafts Fair (Police Dept. Grounds Gannon & Golf Road. Additional parking at Hoffman Estates High School))

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Carnival

1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Kids Petting Zoo

1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Wristband hours (Carnival)

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Bingo with Cash Prizes

2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. ■ Karaoke

1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. ■ Little Charissa Mrowka

3:00 p.m. ♫ Fairlanes

6:30 p.m. ♫ Hi Infidelity

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MONDAY, JULY 3 Carnival 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Bingo with Cash Prizes 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Kids Petting Zoo 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. ♫ Maggie Speaks 7:00 p.m. ♫ New Invaders 9:00 p.m.

June 30 - July 4, 2006 Village Hall Grounds - 1900 Hassell Road

Free Parking at ADP Building and Muir School Special Events HOTLINE: 847-781-2659

FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS AT THE PARADE

Bring your non-perishable canned/boxed goods and paper products to donate during the parade to the Celebrations and Cultural Awareness Commission’s Float for the Township Food Pantries.

TUESDAY, JULY 4 Children’s Bike Parade Assembly 8:45 a.m. Gala 4th of July Parade - Hassell Road 9:00 a.m. Carnival 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. ■ DJ Music and Games 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. ■ Trivia Blitz Gameshow 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Kids Petting Zoo 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. ■ Karaoke 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Bingo with Cash Prizes 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ■ DJ Music and Games 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. ■ Drop-off Cooking Contest Entries (spicy buffalo wings, cherry pie & brownies) 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. ■ Judging of Cooking Contest 4:00 p.m. ♫ Diamonds, Hearts and Kings: Ashley Hart 4:00 p.m. ♫ Denny “Neil” Diamond 6:00 p.m. ♫ Shawn “Elvis” Klush and The Fabulous Ambassadors 8:00 p.m. Fireworks Display 9:30 p.m.

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4th of July Celebration

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FOOD VENDORS Jethro’s La Miglione The Malt Shoppe Ho Luck Katie’s Dogs on Wheels

Miguel’s on the Fox Garibaldi’s Dippin’ Dots Chicago BBQ Company

Heavenly Ice Uncle Zorba’s Holy Family Knights of Columbus

Thank you to our Sponsors!

New Invaders

FREE CONCERTS Saturday, July 1 Voices - 6:30 p.m. American English - 9:00 p.m. Sunday, July 2 The Fairlanes - 6:30 p.m. Hi Infidelity 8:30 p.m. Monday, July 3 Maggie Speaks - 7:00 p.m. New Invaders - 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 4 Diamonds, Hearts & Kings: Ashley Hart - 4:00 p.m. Denny “Neil” Diamond 6:00 p.m. Shawn “Elvis” Klush and the Fabulous Ambassadors 8:00 p.m.

Visit the Hoffman Estates Fire Department Family Area Saturday, July 1, 1:00 p.m. - Vehicle Extrication Sunday, July 2, 1:00 p.m. - High Angle Rescue Demo Arts & Crafts Fair (Police Dept. Grounds Gannon/Golf Road. Additional Parking at Hoffman Estates High School) Saturday, July 1, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday, July 2, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

FESTIVAL HOURS Friday, June 30, 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. (carnival only) Saturday, July 1, 1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Sunday, July 2, 1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Monday, July 3, 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Wristband Days! All Rides Just $15 Saturday, July 1, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, July 2, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mega Pass just $40 - good for entire festival Bingo (Sponsored by St. Hubert’s School Parent’s Club)

Saturday, July 1, 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Sunday, July 2, 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Monday, July 3, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Join the Parade! “We the People” Tuesday, July 4, 9:00 a.m. (On Hassell Road) See the Fireworks! Tuesday, July 4, 9:30 p.m.

Corky Siegel Chamber Blues Corky Siegel Chamber Blues is a chamber ensemble exploring the territory where blues and classical meet. His latest CD was chosen as Billboard Magazine's Top 10 of the year, featuring string quartet, blues harmonica/piano/vocals, and East Indian tabla and world percussion.

John Burnett Orchestra The John Burnett Orchestra, with vocalist Freida Lee, plays all the great music of the big bands. It is Chicago's newest big band led by radio personality, John Burnett. The 18 - piece orchestra performs music of Glenn Miller, Harry James, Benny Goodman, Jimmy and Tommy Dorsey, Ted Heath, Count Basie, Woody Herman and many more.

215 West 215 West has traveled the globe performing a fine variety of classic hits. The group has an amazing repertoire that is constantly evolving. Known for exceptional vocals and top-notch musicians, this band is fantastic for any age group. They perform today's current hits, as well as timeless favorites from the last six decades.

Bring a blanket and picnic at the lovely amphitheater at the Village Green of Prairie Stone and enjoy the Thurs-day evening Summer Concert Series featuring these talented performers.

All concerts begin 7:00 p.m. at the Village Green amphitheater on Prairie Stone Parkway. For additional concert information, please call the Hoffman Estates Village Hall at (847) 781-2660.

www.hoffmanestatesarts.com

Peter Oprisko Often described as "the next Frank Sinatra" vocalist extraordinaire, Peter Oprisko is America's best crooner of adult popular standards from swing and jazz to ballads and even country! His style of singing has attracted many fans of all ages who enjoy great timeless quality entertainment.

Three Sweet Adelines Choruses Spring Valley Chorus – This choral group preserves and promotes barbershop music as an American art form. Prairie Echoes - The choral group is a 2-time International Small Chorus Champion at Sweet Adelines Harmony Classic Competition. Choral-Aires Chorus – Comprised of 90+ women, this chorus has consistently reached the finals in the Sweet Adelines International Competition.

Country Sky Band Country Sky Band is Chicagoland's premier country cover band. You will hear current and classic songs from artists like Keith Urban, Kenny Chesney, Martina McBride, Johnny Cash, Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw and Shania Twain, among others. Every Country Sky Band performance is a high-energy stage show that gets each crowd up and dancing to today's and yesterday’s country music greats.

Sponsored by: Garibaldi’s will provide food & drinks at the concession stand.

Summer Sounds on the Green 2006

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Resident Services NO RIGHT TURN ON RED:

ROSELLE ROAD & HIGGINS ROAD Earlier this year, the Illinois Department of Transportation released the results of a study to determine the most dangerous intersections in the state. Based on 2005 traffic crash statistics, the intersection of Roselle Rd. and Higgins Rd.

had the highest reported number of crashes. The Hoffman Estates Police Department reviewed the crash reports at that intersection, which revealed approximately 75% of the reported crashes were minor property damage crashes involving drivers attempting to turn right on a red light from northbound Roselle Rd. onto eastbound Higgins Rd. This information was given to the Village’s Engineering Division and the Illinois Department of Transportation to evaluate and

propose a solution to this problem. It was determined that prohibiting the right turn on red for northbound Roselle Rd. onto eastbound Higgins Rd. would reduce the number of traffic crashes at that intersection. On April 7, Illinois Department of Transportation installed a “NO RIGHT TURN ON RED” sign at the right turn lane of northbound Roselle Rd. at Higgins Rd. The Hoffman Estates Police Department will conduct public education through verbal warnings, the Village cable channel, and press releases such as this. Enforcement of the no right turn on red sign will follow. It is the Hoffman Estates Police Department’s hope that this joint effort and the cooperation of the driving public will reduce the number of crashes at that location and improve the safety of our roadways.

Did you know…….? Many residents are unaware that the discharge of or the possession of “toy guns”, such as BB guns, is illegal within the Village limits. Hoffman Estates Village Ordinance, Article 5, Section 7-5-3, defines toy firearms as any air rifle, toy cannon, or gun that discharges a projectile constructed of plastic, steel, lead or other hard materials with a force that may cause bodily harm. This would include, but is not limited to BB guns, paintball guns, airsoft guns or similar type toy firearms. Firing these types of weapons can cause serious injury to persons and damage to property. According to federal statistics, emergency room doctors treated 21,840 injuries caused by these types of weapons in 2000. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported 39 deaths due to the guns from 1990 to 2000; 32 were among children aged 15 or younger. Any person who possesses or discharges any of these types of weapons are subject to fines, confiscation of the weapon, and/or court appearances. Fourth of July Holiday Observed The Village Hall will be closed in honor of the Fourth of July holiday on Tuesday, July 4, 2006. The Village Hall will be open during regular business hours on Monday, July 3 and Wednesday July 5.

Protect Yourself AgainstHome Improvement and Repair Fraud The number of home improvement and repair jobs increase significantly during the warmer months of the year. Most contractors are honest hard working businessmen, but residents need to be careful when deciding to have work done and selecting a contractor. Because home repairs and improvements are expensive undertakings, con men and vagabond thieves have entered the industry to rip you off. Be careful if somebody mails you a brochure offering to do an expensive job for an unusually low price. This is a favorite trick of dishonest home repair firms. Once you sign the contract, you learn why the price is so low--the firm never delivers the service you paid for in advance. Free inspections by con men turn up plenty of expensive repairs you don't need. Some thieves may not even mail you an offer to do a free inspection. They just show up at your home and try to gain access by posing as utility repairmen or home insulation inspectors offering a free inspection. They may quickly flash something that looks like an identification card to convince you to let them enter. Some shady operators offer to do the work on the spot. However, when they leave, you may be left with a large bill and a faulty repair job. Senior citizens are especially targeted with these unethical and illegal tactics. Precautions you can take to make an informed decision include:

• Always get several estimates for every repair job and compare prices and terms. Ask if there is a charge for an estimate before agreeing to let the repair person or company inspect your home.

• Make sure you know your salesperson's name and the name and address of the company he or she represents.

• Ask the firm for references and check them out. Inspect the finished product.

• Contact your local Better Business Bureau and Attorney General’s Office to check out the company's reputation before you authorize any work or pay any money.

• If you decide to sign a contract, make sure a completion date is specified and that you know what the job will cost, if work will be subcontracted, if a bond will be posted to protect you against liens on your home, if the contract includes all oral promises made, and if materials to be used are described in detail.

Always pay for home improvement work with a check or money order, never with cash. Insist on making installment payments at the beginning of a job, when the work is almost complete, and after the job is finished to your satisfaction. Many reputable companies do not require payment until work is completed. If you have been victimized in a home improvement fraud scheme, contact the Police Department to file a report. You should also file a complaint with the Attorney General’s Office and the Better Business Bureau.

Street Project Construction Update The Annual Village Street Project is in full swing with reconstruction and resurfacing work progressing nicely. Remember to check the Village website (under Departments / Transportation Division) to view weekly updates for the street project, along with transit, regional travel, and other construction information. The Village is anticipating reconstruction of Jones Road and Kensington Lane to commence in July. This is important because both streets will be closed to through traffic for the full duration of work. Please take the time to use alternate routes during construction.

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Free Screenings offered at Health Clinics The Department of Health and Human Services provides free testing for blood pressure, diabetes*, and hemoglobin at the Adult Health Clinics! Total Cholesterol is provided for $6. The following are clinic locations and schedules for June and July. *for best results, please fast for at least 4 hours before the diabetes.

Hoffman Estates Park District Community Center & Ice Arena 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates Dates: June 19 (no July date) Time: 11am-12pm

Schaumburg Township Offices 1 Illinois Blvd, Hoffman Estates Dates: June 15 & July 20 Time: 12pm-1pm

Schaumburg Barn 231 Civic Drive, Schaumburg Dates: June 7 & 21; July 5 & 19 Time: 9:15am-11:15am

Hoffman Estates Village Hall 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates Dates: June 14 (no July date) Time: 1pm-2:30pm

Counseling in Hoffman Estates Health and Human Services offers professional and affordable counseling to Hoffman Estates residents. We offer individual, couples, family, and child counseling. Call 847-882-4445 to set up an appointment. The first session is free!

Children’s Immunization Clinics-Get your child’s shots early for school! Health and Human Services provide two child immunization clinics per month. Shots are $5 per shot for Hoffman Estates and Schaumburg residents, $7 for all other communities (cash or check only please!). Our Child Immunization Clinics are intended for children who are either underinsured (insurance does not cover immunizations) or do not have health insurance. Dates for June are listed below. For a complete schedule of child immunization clinics in 2006 visit www.hoffmanestates.org/government/PhysicalHealthServices.shtml

Dates for June are listed below,

Children’s Clinic (ages 2 months to 18 years) All communities welcome Hoffman Estates Village Hall Lunchroom 1900 Hassell Road Dates: June 5 4pm-6pm

Hoffman Baby Clinic (ages 2 months to Kindergarten) Hoffman Estates Residents Only Hoffman Estates Village Hall Council Chambers 1900 Hassell Road Dates: June 13 By Appointment

There are no Children’s Clinics in July

Rules of the Road for Seniors June 5, 2006 from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm at the Village Hall a free Rules of the Road Safe Driving Review will be held. Reservations are required. Call 847-781-2606 to reserve your spot.

Health Information

Community Wellness Day The Village of Hoffman Estates sponsored its annual Wellness Day on Friday, May 5. Over 40 health care service providers came to the Village Hall to provide valuable information for mem-bers of the community. In case you missed, look for Wellness Day next year to be held in May 2007.

SAVE THE DATE: Unity Day 2006

Saturday, June 17, 2006 7:00a.m. –1:00 p.m. at the Virginia Mary Hayter Village Green located on Prairie Stone Parkway off of IL Route 72 in the Prairie Stone Business Park

Schedule of Events: 7:00 a.m. Registration ($10/run; $5/walk) 8:30 a.m. 5K Run/2K“Guess the Flags” Walk 9:30 a.m. Children’s Activities and Games (Free!) 9:30 a.m. Multi-cultural entertainment begins (Free!) 10:30 a.m. Race Awards Ceremony 11:00 a.m. Food from many cultures served (Free!)

To register, visit: www.hoffmanestates.org or call (847) 781-2606.

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The Historian’s Notebook by Pat Barch

Village Historian One of the most beautiful spots in Hoffman Estates is the Hilldale Golf Club located at Huntington Blvd and Higgins Road. It was designed by world famous golf course architect Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and built in 1971. The Hilldale golf course almost completely surrounds our Village Hall. If you visit the Village Hall to pay a water bill or take care of other business, you may find yourself stopping and yielding to several golfers in their golf cart as they cross Hassell Rd. This beautiful golf course was once home to another sport, the sport of skeet or trap shooting. It was called Field Dale. Many early residents of the Highlands and Highlands West remember hearing the shooting as the hunters practiced by shooting “clay pigeons” (clay disks) flung into the air at different angles. The hunting club was owned by Marshall Field & Co. and it offered several walking areas where mechanical animals would pop up for target practice in addition to skeet or trap shooting. Hunting equipment, ammunition, and clothing were sold at the lodge which is the same building that is now the Hilldale Golf Club clubhouse. Marshall Field & Co. operated Field Dale during the 1950s and into the late 1960s. I remember hearing the gun shoots when I drove down Hassell Road (a dirt road at that time) back in 1966. Does anyone remember Field Dale or have any pictures to share? You can reach me at eagle2064@sbcglobal.net.

A Message from Mayor McLeod On May 18, 2006, the Village Board and I hosted an appreciation dinner for all of the Village’s Volunteer Boards and Commissions. I would like to take this opportunity to thank these members of the community who give of their free time to contribute to the Village. These volunteers truly help Hoffman Estates as it Grows to Greatness.

You will see the many fruits of their efforts in the pages of this newsletter. The Fourth of July Commission works year-round to coordinate the food vendors, performers, entertainment, crafters, carnival, parade and fireworks. It would not feel like the Fourth of July in Hoffman Estates without their hard work. I hope to see you all at the festival this year to enjoy the hard work of this commission!

The Arts Commission also puts on a large event for the community to enjoy this summer. The Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series has become a very popular event. These free concerts are held on Thursday evenings during July and August in the Virginia Mary Hayter Village Green in the Prairie Stone Business Park. Bring a blanket or chair and the whole family!

Yet another not to be missed event sponsored by the Village and thoughtfully orchestrated by volunteers is the Village’s Annual Unity Day event. Unity Day features a 5K Run and 2K Walk that celebrates the many different cultural groups of Hoffman Estates. The Run/Walk is followed by a celebration featuring multi-cultural entertainment, free food, children's activities and the race award ceremony. Again, I hope to see you out at Unity Day.

If these events sound exciting to you and you would like to become involved in the Village’s Volunteer Commissions, visit www.hoffmanestates.org for an application to serve on a commission or contact the Mayor’s Office at 847-781-2606.

Once again, thank you to all our volunteers and to the residents who support their hard work by attending the events and programs that our volunteers create.

Sincerely,

Sunday Afternoon at the Farm Open house event, hosted by the Historical Sites Commission, Sunday, June 25th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Event includes tours of farmhouse and petting zoo. Held at the Sunderlage Farmhouse located at the corner of Volid Drive and Vista Lane. Summer Concert Series The annual Summer Concerts will be held again on Thursday evenings at the Virginia Mary Hayter Village Green in the Prairie Stone Business Park, beginning July 6. To view the upcoming acts and listen to music samplings, visit the Hoffman Estates Arts Commission website: http://www.hoffmanestatesarts.com Look for more information in the June edition of the Citizen.

Citizen Fire Academy

The CFA will take place on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm beginning on August 30 and ending November 15. The classes will meet at station 22, located at 1700 Moon Lake Blvd. For information, call Tony Butler at 847-781-2699 ext. 6498 or email to tony.butler@hoffmanestates.org

Ice Cream Social & Bingo Join the Commission for Disabled and Seniors at the July 26, 2006 Ice Cream Social / Bingo event held at the Village Hall (1900 Hassell Road) beginning at 2:00 pm. The cost of the event is $5 and mail-in registration is required. Please send your name, address and phone number along with a check for $5.00 (made payable to the Village of Hoffman Estates) to: Disabled & Senior Commission Ice Cream Social/Bingo c/o Village of Hoffman Estates 1900 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60195 If you have questions related to this event please call 847-781-2606. Village Bicycle Auction at the Fourth of July Festival The Village of Hoffman Estates annually auctions surplus items and Police Recovery items. Police Recovery items often include bicycles. This year’s bicycle auction will be held at the Fourth of July Festival Grounds (1900 Hassell Road) on Saturday, July 1, 2006. Viewing of the bikes will be from 3:00 - 3:30pm. The exciting live auction will be held from 3:30 pm until 4:30 pm or until all bikes are sold. For more information please call 847-781-2605. Only Cash Payment will be accepted.

Save the Date!

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Michaels Stores 2600 N. Sutton Rd

First American Bank 395 W. Higgins Rd

Ultimate Exposure

(formerly Michael’s Tanning) 140-150 W. Higgins Rd

Aquarium Adventure 11A Golf Center

Petland

11A Golf Center

Ocean Fish 1027 W. Golf Rd

Kirklands

2640 N. Sutton Rd

Subway 880 N. Roselle Rd

Matrix Management

Systems Inc. 2500 W. Higgins Rd #1140

New Businesses in Hoffman Estates

Welcome New Businesses!

Mayor McLeod and the members of the Village Board attend Ribbon-cutting Ceremonies to welcome the new businesses pictured above to Hoffman Estates!

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General Community Information

Fourth of July Garbage Collection Information July 4 is a Tuesday this year which means those households that have garbage, recycling and yardwaste collection on Mondays will have a normal collection on Monday, July 3. Those residents living south of I-90 with a Wednesday collection will have garbage, yardwaste and recycling picked-up one day later. Collection will be on Thursday, July 6. Residents are reminded that garbage bages, garbage toters, recycling bins and yardwaste bags are all prohibited from being set out prior to 6:00 p.m. the evening prior to your collection day. Residents could receive a citation for violating this Village ordinance. Please don’t obstruct the sidewalk Bushes, shrubs and trees can often block the sidewalk and cause pedestrians, especially school children, to walk on the parkway or in the street. The Code Enforcement Division requests that homeowners properly trim back any excessive landscape growth abutting public sidewalks. Branches must either be bundled or placed in a yardwaste bag and a disposal sticker attached for proper collection and removal. If the parkway tree branches are hanging over the sidewalk and interfering with pedestrians, please report the location to the Public Works Department at 847-490-6800. North West Housing Partnership Loan Programs for Qualified Homeowners Qualified homeowners may be eligible for a 0% interest deferred loan up to $25,000 with no monthly payments as long as the homeowner lives and retains title to the home. The money can be used to correct problems that make your house either unsafe or cause it to deteriorate. The following kinds of repairs can be covered by the loans: Roofing and Structural Repairs Doors and Windows Heating and Weatherization Plumbing and Electrical Every loan application will be considered and homes will be inspected by a Hoffman Estates building inspector and the North West Housing Partnership staff. If you qualify, you will be assisted with the entire rehabilitation process. Loan applications must be submitted before September 1, 2006. For more information, contact Vonda Neely at (847)348-3024. West Nile Virus Surveillance Program The Illinois Department of Public Health will be testing a wider range of birds this year for the West Nile Virus. For 2006, all perching birds, which includes: crows, blue jays, grackles, starlings, sparrows, finches, robins, cardinals, flycatchers, swallows, catbirds, mockingbirds, warblers and wrens, will be accepted and tested. Images of common Illinois “perching birds” can be found at http://www.illinoisraptorcenter.org/Field%20Guide/birdguide.html and http://users.mrl.uiuc.edu/petrov/birds/. Residents calling to report a dead bird are instructed to call the Cook County Health Department, West Nile Virus Hotline at 708-492-2650. Birds will only be collected if they have been dead less than 24 hours and are in good condition, showing no evidence of decay, attack or road kill. The Cook County Health Department will continue to track the distribution of West Nile Virus for control efforts. Residents are encouraged to report a dead bird via the website, at www.cookcountypublichealth.org. Go to Programs and Services and click on Environmental Health-West Nile Virus. Those without internet access can make a report by calling 708-492-2650.

The Arts Commission presents . . .TRANSITION The Hoffman Estates Arts Commission is proud to host the work of local photographer Liz Cockrum in the Municipal Gallery of the Village of Hoffman Estates during the month of June. The exhibition, Transition, examines land development in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago and both the people and places it is affecting. Transition will feature landscape, portraiture, and still life photographs made from 2003-2006. Liz Cockrum, a Hoffman Estates resident, earned her BFA in photography from Columbia College Chicago in 2005. Her work has been widely exhibited in Chicago, including group shows at Flatfile Galleries & the Irish American Heritage Center. Her photographs were recently published in Nature: Photographs, and will also be published in the May 2006 issue of Photo District News magazine. Transition opens Friday, June 2, and runs through Friday, June 30. The exhibit is free and open to the public during regular business hours. Arts Commission Website For information regarding future concerts and events, review the Arts Commission website at www.hoffmanestatesarts.com Hoffman Estates Fire Department offers CPR classes The Hoffman Estates Fire Department offers CPR classes to residents and members of the Hoffman Estates business community. A Heartsaver CPR course will be offered on June 7 and June 13. Heartsaver is a 6 hour certified CPR class for people that need certification such as aerobic instructors, lifeguards, medical office employees, preschool teachers, and scout leaders. This class is not for nurses or paramedics. Heartsaver AED is a 4 hour certified adult CPR class which incorporates AED training. This class is for people who have access to an AED. Heartsaver First Aid is a 4 hour certified first aid class. All classes are $15.00. Please call 847-882-2138 to register for any of the above classes. Fees must be pre-paid at least 3 days prior to the first day of class. All classes are held in the lower level of Fire Station 22 (1700 Moon Lake Boulevard). If you have any CPR or AED related questions, please contact Don Richter at donald.richter@hoffmanestates.org HOFFMAN ESTATES RESIDENT JOANMARIE WERMES AWARDED COOK COUNTY SHERIFF’S SENIOR MEDAL OF HONOR Hoffman Estates resident, Joanmarie Wermes, received the Cook County Sheriff’s Senior Medal of Honor Award during a presentation ceremony Wednesday, April 19, 2006. The Sheriff’s Senior Medal of Honor is awarded to senior citizens from towns throughout Cook County in recognition of extraordinary service and dedication to their community. Joanmarie Wermes is a 46-year Hoffman Estates resident and has been consistently active in the community through her volunteer efforts. Joanmarie is currently a member of the Hoffman Estates Utility Commission, serving since 2002. She was a member of the Village’s former Public Information Commission and was chairman of the Hoffman Estates 25th Anniversary celebration. Congratulations Joanmarie, and thank you for your continued service to the Hoffman Estates community.

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JUNE Calendar Saturday, JUNE 3, 2006 Police and Fire Commission, 8:00 am at PD *Sunday, JUNE 4, 2006 Veteran’s Flag 75: Robert Sutherland, USMC, WWII Monday, JUNE 5, 2006 Children’s Clinic 4:00pm - 6:00pm at VH Standing Committee Meetings, 7:00 pm at VH Village Board Meeting, 8:00 pm at VH Tuesday, JUNE 6, 2006 Cultural Awareness Commission, 7:15 pm at VH Zoning Board of Appeals, 7:30pm at VH Wednesday, JUNE 7, 2006 Plan Commission, 8:00 pm at VH Friday, JUNE 9, 2006 Poplar Hills South Garage Sale Saturday, June 10, 2006 Poplar Hills South Garage Sale Community Fishing Derby, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at South Ridge and Westbury Lakes *Sunday, JUNE 11, 2006 Veteran’s Flag 76: Bruce C. Lind, NAVY, 1952- 1960 Monday, JUNE 12, 2006 Utility Commission Meeting, 6:30 pm at PWC Standing Committee Meetings, 7:30 pm at VH Tuesday, JUNE 13, 2006 Hoffman Baby Clinic, 10:00 am - Noon at VH Historical Sites Commission, 7:00 pm at Sunderlage Farm Disabled and Seniors Commission, 5:30 pm at VH ESDA Meeting, 7:30 pm at Fire Station 22 Wednesday, JUNE 14, 2006 Community Health Clinic, 1:00pm - 2:30pm at VH Thursday, JUNE 15, 2006 4th of July Commission, 7:30 pm at VH Saturday, JUNE 17, 2006 UNITY DAY at VILLAGE GREEN *Sunday, JUNE 18, 2006 Veteran’s Flag 77: Lawrence H. Orvis, USAF, 1955-1977 Monday, JUNE 19, 2006 Youth Commission, 6:00 pm at VH Village Board Meeting, 8:00 pm at VH

Tuesday, JUNE 20, 2006 Zoning Board of Appeals, 7:30 pm at VH Wednesday, JUNE 21 2006 Police Explorers, 3:00 pm at PD Peer Jury, 7:00 pm at PD Plan Commission Meeting, 8:00 pm at VH Thursday, JUNE 22, 2006 Liquor Servers, 7:00 pm at PD *Sunday, JUNE 25, 2006 Veteran’s Flag 78: Ray Martini. ARMY, 1973-1976 Sunday at the Farm, 150th Anniversary, Tours Available 1:00 pm—3:00 pm at Sunderlage Farm Monday, JUNE 26, 2006 Children’s Memorial Commission, 6:00 pm at VH Arts Commission, 7:00 pm at VH Standing Committee Meetings, 7:30 pm at VH Tuesday, JUNE 27, 2006 Sister Cities Commission, 7:00 pm at VH Friday, JUNE 30, 2006 Fourth of July, Carnival Only 6:00 pm—11:00 pm at VH • Village Board Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each

month at 8:00 pm in the VH Council Chambers, unless otherwise noted. • The Transportation and Road Improvement; Planning, Building and

Zoning; General Administration and Personnel Committees meet on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 pm.

• The Public Health and Safety; Finance; Public Works and Utilities Committees meet on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 pm.

VH: Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Road PD: Police Department, 1200 Gannon Drive PWC: Public Works Center, 2305 Pembroke Avenue HHS: Health & Human Services, 1900 Hassell Road

*The flag rotation ceremony is held at the Veteran’s Memorial at 1 p.m. every Sunday afternoon. The public is invited to attend. Those wishing to make a donation for the perpetual maintenance of the Memorial may do so at the VILLAGE HALL or by mailing a check to the Veterans Memorial, c/o The Village of Hoffman Estates, 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60195. The Casket Flags of deceased veterans listed on the calendar above will be flying at the Veterans Memorial the coming month. The Veteran’s Memorial is located outside the Hoffman Estates Police Department at 1200 Gannon Drive.

Congratulations to the State Champion Conant High School Varsity Girls Gymnastics Team!

11th Annual Community Fishing Derby Don’t miss the 11th Annual Hoffman Estates Community Fishing Derby sponsored by the Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce and Sears Holding Corporation. The Derby will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2006 from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm at South Ridge and Westbury Lakes. Call the Chamber of Commerce at 847-781-9100 for more information.

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www.hoffmanestates.org Important Phone Numbers

Main: 847-882-9100 Police and Fire: 9-1-1 Fire Admin: 847-882-2138 Health & Human Services: 847-882-4445 Police Admin: 847-882-1818 Public Works: 847-490-6800 Event Hotline: 847-781-2855

Village Officials Mayor

William D. McLeod

Trustees Karen V. Mills

Lloyd H. Boester Rodney R. Rusakiewicz

Cary J. Collins Raymond M. Kincaid

Fred Crespo

Village Clerk - Virginia M. Hayter Village Manager -James H. Norris

Municipal Facilities Village Hall

1900 Hassell Road

Bruce C. Lind Police Complex 1200 Gannon Drive

Fire Administration 1900 Hassell Road

Public Works Center 2305 Pembroke Avenue

Fire Station 21- Carl W. Selke 225 Flagstaff Lane

Fire Station 22 -Michael J. O’Malley 1700 Moon Lake Boulevard

Fire Station 23 - Richard G. Cordova 1300 Westbury Drive

Fire Station 24 - Jerome Danowski 2601 Pratum Avenue

ZIP CODE CHANGES MAY AFFECT YOU! Hoffman Estates ZIP Code changes Effective July 1, 2006 • Hoffman Estates addresses that currently have a 60192 ZIP Code will keep the

60192 ZIP Code and will continue to be served from the Hoffman Estates Branch Post Office.

• Hoffman Estates addresses located east of Bartlett Road and south of I-90, in the 60173, 60194 and 60195 ZIP Codes, will be given a new ZIP Code of 60169 and will be served from the Hoffman Estates Branch Post Office.

• Hoffman Estates addresses in the 60195 ZIP Code north of I-90 will switch to the 60192 ZIP Code and will continue to be served from the Hoffman Estates Branch Post Office..

• Hoffman Estates addresses in the 60067 and 60010 ZIP Codes will keep their current ZIP Codes of 60067 and 60010 and will continue to be served from their current Post Office Branches (Barrington and Palatine).

• Hoffman Estates businesses that currently have the 60120 ZIP Code will switch to the 60192 Zip Code and will now be served from the Hoffman Estates Branch Post Office.

• Please note PO Boxes are not affected by the ZIP Code change. All PO Boxes will retain their current ZIP codes.