June 2009 News from the Village of Hoffman Estates

Fifty years of unity

The Village of Hoffman Estates has been enriched by the diversity of its residents for the past 50 years.

The Cultural Awareness Commission will celebrate the his- The day begins with a continental breakfast and a 2k walk torical heritage of the Village’s 50th anniversary by hosting starting at 8:30 a.m. Celebrate with us by enjoying ethnic its 10th annual Unity Day celebration. Experience the differ- foods, family-friendly activities and watching performers ent sights, sounds and tastes of Hoffman Estates through a on stage. There is no cost for this event, and a T-shirt will variety of multicultural entertainment and food. be given to the fi rst 125 to arrive. Participants will also get a chance to visit with a Police Department K-9 unit, along Unity Day will be held on Saturday, June 20, from 8:30 a.m. with the opportunity to see a fi re truck. to 1 p.m. at the Virginia Mary Hayter Village Green, located on Prairie Stone Parkway off Route 72 in the Prairie Stone [continued on page 3] Business Park. Everyone from the surrounding area is invited to attend.

In this issue Historian’s notebook . . . . 2 Health and Human Summer concert p7 p12 A message from Services news ...... 5 series information . . . . . 12 Mayor McLeod ...... 3 Fourth of July Growing to Greenness! . 14 Community briefs ...... 4 information ...... 7 Fireworks alert! ...... 14 Clerk’s corner ...... 5 Letter of appreciation . . . .11 June calendar ...... 15 Historian’s Welcome new notebook By Pat Barch, Hoffman Estates Village Historian businesses!

The early years for homeown- The women began going as school enrollment was AA Salon, Inc. ers were fi lled with volunteer door to door asking for book growing as well. When space Beauty salon work at school, membership and monetary donations. and time ran out, Hoffman 1013 N. Roselle Road in the Women’s Club and They set a goal of $550 as the came to the rescue and of- work with the Hoffman amount needed to start the fered the library the use of an Advanced Carpet Restorations Estates Homeowners As- new library. Jean Davenport empty house on Roselle and Carpet cleaning/restoration sociation. took over as committee Schaumburg roads. 2097 Stonington Ave. chairman in January 1959, Brent Jessee Recording and Supply A lot more happened on and succeeded in raising It was obvious that a larger Internet sales/electronic parts backyard patios than $233 that month alone. public library was needed. 555 W. Central Road, #100 watching the kids while Hoffman Estates residents Both Hoffman Estates and drinking something cool. Schaumburg felt that neither donated 4,000 books for Parivar Grocers On a summer afternoon in Village was large enough the fi rst library. There were Convenience store 1958, Jean Davenport and to support a public library. many neighbors and friends 715 W. Golf Road Edna Shore were sitting in who worked hard to raise the Together they decided that a Edna’s backyard when Jean money and fi nd a home for township-wide library would noted that Hoffman Estates the new library. Jack best serve the residents of the needed a library. Since Edna Hoffman of F&S Construc- area. On Sept. 8, 1962, was the culture chairman tion offered the basement Schaumburg Township resi- for the Lakeview PTA, Jean of the Hammerstein Farm dents approved a referendum suggested that she could get Community Center for the for the new Schaumburg things started. library. The volunteer group Township Library by a vote named the library the Arthur of 430 to 60. The ladies talked with friends Hammerstein Library of and neighbors, and many Hoffman Estates. The plan Fifty years ago, Jean, Edna agreed to help establish a was to ask each family to pay and several Hoffman Estates Hoffman Estates Library. $2 to use the library. volunteers planted the seeds Diane Woodhouse served that would grow to become as the fi rst chairman of the More space was needed for not only a library for the library planning committee. library materials, so Mary Village, but a library for Reverend Albert Harkins, Zimmerman, principal of all Schaumburg Township Radiant Health, Inc. Leonard Pecilunas, Bonnie Hoffman School, offered an residents. Medical offi ce Samuels and Bernice Suttle empty classroom space for the 2353 Hassell Road E-mail Pat Barch at also served on that fi rst com- growing library. However, it mittee. [email protected] Ripes, Nelson, Baggot & Kalobratsos, P.C. was only a temporary home, Legal services 2800 W. Higgins Road, #500

Robert S. Bell, Jr. Get physical for your health! Legal services 2200 W. Higgins Road, #145 With summer fast approaching, Health and Human Services reminds you that one of the most important things you can do to maintain S. Sartore & I. Dubiel good health is engage in regular physical activity. The benefi ts of exer- Counseling services cise include increased weight control, improved bone, muscle and 2200 W. Higgins Road, #105 joint strength, decreased risk of heart disease, and improved mental health. People of all ages can benefi t from physical activity. The Telemedicine Solutions American College of Sports Medicine recommends a combina- Medical software tion of aerobic exercise, strength training and stretching. Most 1721 Moon Lake Blvd. adults should aim for two hours and 30 minutes each week, or 30 minutes fi ve days each week. Take a brisk walk, ride a bike, go for a jog, work in the garden or participate in any activity that you enjoy. For more information, call Health and Human Services at 847-781-4850, or visit www.fi tness.gov.

The CITIZEN is published monthly by the Village of Hoffman Estates as a public information service for residents and businesses. Editor: Doug Schultz Previous editions are available online at www.hoffmanestates.org. This publication may not be reprinted or reproduced as a whole Telephone: 847-781-2609 2 or in part without written permission from the Hoffman Estates Village Manager. © 2009. All rights reserved. [email protected] Unity Day [continued from cover]

We are excited to add the Jesse White Tumblers to the entertain- ment lineup, as well as a stilt-walking juggler, Jason Kollum. Another new addition – photography buffs are asked to capture the essence of Unity Day by taking and submitting a picture to the Cultural Awareness Commission. More information will be forthcoming, so get your camera ready and head out on Saturday, June 20. A message from Mayor McLeod

In a little less than 10 months, a very important event will take place.

In April 2010, the U.S. Census Bureau will conduct its survey to count the actual number of people living in the United States, known as the decennial census.

The census count is extremely important to Hoffman Estates as a Village. Many things depend on us getting a proper count of our residents. We receive state and federal funds based on our population. A short count means we won’t get our fair share of those funds. In addition, state and federal legislative boundaries are based on population. MMayorayor McLeodMcLeod posesposes withwith membersmembers ofof thethe AlphaAlpha KappaKappa AAlphalpha ssororityorority aatt llastast yyear’sear’s eeventvent We want to make sure that all residents of Hoffman Estates are counted so that we receive the cor- Pearl Henderson, chair of the Cultural Awareness Commission, rect amount of tax dollars, and so commented, “Unity Day is a great way to celebrate the diversity that we are represented well. of our community. The food, entertainment and people are what make Hoffman Estates so special.” Mayor William D. McLeod For this census, the form is echoed her sentiment: “The Village is very proud of its diverse going to be much shorter culture, and each year we celebrate this strength in heartwarming and much less intrusive fashion at Unity Day. I strongly encourage all residents to attend than what you may remem- this meaningful event.” ber from 2000. There will Schedule only be 10 questions on the 2010 form that you’ll • 8:30 a.m. – 2k walk/fl ag contest/continental breakfast be asked to fi ll out. The • 9 a.m. – DJ Nelson Saez information is kept completely • 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. – Mariachi band confi dential. Only a broad analy- sis of the data is released by the Census • 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. – Jason Kollum juggling and variety entertainment Bureau to other units of government, including the Village. • 10:05 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. – Grupo Folklórico Quetzal The census will also offer an opportunity for employment. • 10:20 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Mayor’s speech/awards for fl ag contest We’ll be posting information about where and how to ap- • 10:35 a.m. to 11 a.m. – Midwest Buddhist Temple Taiko Group ply for jobs working with the census on the Village’s Web • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Lunch site. This information is also available at the census Web site at www.2010.census.gov. • 11:05 a.m. to 11:25 a.m. – Midwest Buddhist Temple Taiko Group • 11:05 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Indian dance by students of Vidya Babu I want to make sure that everyone in Hoffman Estates does what he or she can to ensure a complete, accurate count. • 11:35 to 12:05 p.m. – Second Baptist Church of Elgin choral ensemble Your participation in the census is extremely important • 12:10 p.m. to 12:25 p.m. – Mayer School of Irish Dance and greatly appreciated! • 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. – Jesse White Tumbling Team • 1 p.m. – Unity Day ends

If you have any questions, call 847-781-2606. Come out and show your unity!

Hoffman Estates Citizen • June 2009 3 Community briefs

Sunday afternoon at the Tartan Day parade follow-up Questions to Code Sunderlage Farmhouse On Saturday, April 18, the Village held its Q: I want to purchase a blowup portable Learn about Hoffman Estates history, fi rst Tartan Day parade down Hassell Road. swimming pool. Do I need a permit? including the Sunderlage Farmhouse and We are pleased to announce that the follow- the Greve Cemetery. This Historical Sites ing parade entrants won special awards: A: No permit is required for the assem- Commission-sponsored event will be held at bly of a portable or temporary swim- the Sunderlage Farmhouse on the corner of • Float/Mayor’s Cup: St. Alexius Medical Center ming pool if the capacity of the pool Volid Drive and Vista Lane on Sunday, and Foundation is less than 1,000 gallons or the depth June 28, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. There will be • Youth Entry: Algonquin Longhouse – does not exceed 24 inches. Temporary a free petting zoo and tours of the house. The Indian Guides and Princesses or portable swimming pools over 24 Schaumburg Township Historical Society • Antique Auto: Millrose Restaurant and inches in depth must be erected, fi lled will provide ice cream. Country Store and used within a fenced-in yard. Historic Sunderlage Farmhouse • People’s Choice: Tebala Thunderbird Shriners Send your code queries to Bill Chlebik • Parade Theme: Grupo Folklórico by phone at 847-781-2646, or by e-mail at [email protected]. • Jr. Marchers: Cub Scout Pack 297 If your question is published, you will • Sr. Color Guard: Ellsworth Meineke American receive a gift. Legion Post 1983 Color Guard

• Dance/Specialty Unit: Crystal Lake Strikers An adult Emerald Ash Borer • Patriotic: U.S. Air Force Academy Drum and Bugle Corps • Hometown Favorite: Hoffman Estates High Save the date! School Marching Band An AARP driver safety class will be held: • Unusual Entry: Hoffman Estates High School Monday, June 22, and Theatre Department – Audrey Two Wednesday, June 24 • Bagpipe Band Favorite: Tunes of Glory Pipes (must attend both days) and Drums 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Police Department Training Room Please save the date for next year’s parade: $12 for AARP members; $14 for nonmembers Saturday, April 10, 2010! Get your kilts on! Emerald Ash Borer response plan For more information, contact A bagpipe band at this year’s parade Karen Cardoza at 847-781-2815. If you suspect that a tree in your neighbor- hood has been infested by the Emerald Ash 50th anniversary display Borer, call Village Forester Kelly Kerr at The Hoffman Estates Museum and the 847-490-6800. Also, if you visit an area Schaumburg Township District Library where the Emerald Ash Borer is common, do will present history displays in honor of the not transport fi rewood. Please help prevent Village’s 50th anniversary. The displays the spread of this destructive beetle. will be available June through July at the Fourth of July garbage collection Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road in Schaumburg. Take a July 4 is a Saturday this year, which means peak at items on loan from the Hoffman garbage, recycling and yard waste collec- Estates Museum on the fi rst fl oor, and tion will be on your normal collection day. experience some of the history of Hoffman Residents are reminded that garbage bags, Estates by browsing a photography display garbage and recycling toters, and yard waste on the second fl oor. bags are all prohibited from being set out prior to 6 p.m. the evening prior to your col- lection day. Residents could receive a citation for violating this Village ordinance.

Mayor McLeod passes out candy 4 Hoffman Estates Citizen • June 2009 Healthy body, healthy mind ... news from Health and Human Services

Adult and older adult services Child and youth services Health and Human Services provides Health and Human Services offers two free testing for blood pressure, diabetes monthly child immunization clinics. and hemoglobin. Basic cholesterol test- The cost is $5 per shot for residents of ing is available for $6. No appointments the Village of Hoffman Estates, Village are necessary. For best results, do not eat of Schaumburg and Hanover Town- at least four hours before the diabetes ship, and $7 for all other communities test. A complete lipid profi le (total (cash, check or AllKids only please!). cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides The clinics are intended for children and glucose screening) is available by who are underinsured (health insurance appointment only. The test requires a does not cover immunizations) or do small drop of blood that is obtained not have health insurance. Shot records through a fi nger stick. Results are are required for children to receive National Headache Awareness Week immediate, and include consultation an immunization. To schedule an ap- National Headache Awareness Week with a registered nurse. The cost is pointment, call 847-781-4850. is June 7 through June 13. According $22. For more information, call to the National Headache Foundation, 847-781-4850. • Children’s Clinic (ages two months to 18 years) headaches are one of the most frequent • Schaumburg Barn All communities welcome pain complaints for people of all ages. 231 Civic Drive, Schaumburg Village Hall (main entrance) Headaches can stem from a variety Dates: June 3 & 17 and July 1 & 15 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates of causes, including dehydration, eye Time: 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Dates: June 1 (no clinic in July) strain, medications, muscle strain, ill- (Note: no cholesterol testing at this clinic) Time: 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. ness (colds or fl u), excessive caffeine use and withdrawal, and emotional stress. Village Hall (main entrance) • • Hoffman Baby Clinic If you are experiencing headaches, try 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates (ages two months to kindergarten) to note when and where they typically Dates: June 10 and July 8 Hoffman Estates residents only begin, what environmental factors are Time: 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Village Hall (main entrance) present (e.g., foods or drinks you have • Hoffman Estates Park District 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates consumed), and current stressors. Your Community Center & Ice Arena Dates: June 9 (no clinic in July) healthcare provider may fi nd this infor- 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates Time: Appointments are required mation useful when helping you develop Date: June 15 and July 20 headache prevention strategies. To Time: 11 a.m. to noon Clinic schedules are available online! learn more about headaches and how to Visit www.hoffmanestates.org/clinics • Schaumburg Township prevent them, call Health and Human for more information. 1 Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates Services at 847-781-4850, or visit Date: June 18 and July 16 www.headaches.org. Time: noon to 1 p.m.

Clerk’s corner Join us Sunday, July 5, from noon to 5 p.m. for “Family Day,” which will be held during The Department of Health and Human the Village’s Fourth of July Festival. Area Services offers professional and afford- libraries will be on hand to take pictures of able counseling services to Hoffman families for their “Hoffman Estates Reads” Estates residents. Call 847-781-4850 for program. Local bands will also be playing to more information, or to schedule an add to the fun of the day. See you there! appointment. Contact the Village Clerk’s offi ce at By Bev Romanoff 847-781-2625, or e-mail the Clerk at Hoffman Estates Village Clerk [email protected].

Hoffman Estates Citizen • June 2009 5 Fourth of July coupon! Code briefs Present this coupon at the carnival box offi ce for $5 off the carnival ride wristband for Sunday, July 5th

Branches must not block sidewalks Bushes and trees may sometimes block the sidewalk, forcing pedestri- Hoffman Estates Fourth of July Festival ans – especially schoolchildren – to walk on the parkway or in the street. If parkway tree branches are hang- ing over the sidewalk and interfering with pedestrians, please report the location to the Public Works Depart- Valuable Coupon! ment at 847-490-6800. Homeown- ers should properly trim back any excessive landscape growth abutting public sidewalks on their property. These trimmings should be disposed $5 off of properly through composting, or through the Village’s yard-waste disposal program. Carnival ride wristband for An example of Sunday, July 5, 2009 an overgrown bush blocking the sidewalk Midwest Midways Carnival (regularly $25 – just $20 with coupon)

ONLY VALID FOR SUNDAY, JULY 5, 2009, FROM 1 P.M. TO 5 P.M.

Garage sales Residents are reminded that they may hold a maximum of three garage “Splash in the Summer” teen pool party sales per household each year. Garage sale signs may only be posted on The Hoffman Estates Police Department and the Hoffman Estates Park District will private property. Code Enforcement host its annual “Splash in the Summer” pool party for teens on Saturday, June 20, from offi cers will remove any signs that are 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Seascape Aquatic Center, 1300 Moon Lake Blvd. This year’s event is a attached to street signs, traffi c control great opportunity for teens to start off the summer and meet police offi cers. Tickets are free, devices or placed in the parkway. and can be picked up at any Park District location as well as the Hoffman Estates Police Department beginning Monday, June 8. Hope to see you all there! Garbage toter storage Residents who use garbage and 2007 pool party at Seascape Aquatic Center recycling toters for the storage and disposal of household garbage and recycling are reminded that toters can only be placed inside a garage or structure, or in side yards behind the principal building line. Please remove toters from the curbside no later that 10 p.m. on the day of your collection, and please do not leave the toter on the driveway. For more information, contact Code Enforcement at 847-781-2631.

6 Hoffman Estates Citizen • June 2009 Village of Hoffman Estates Fourth of July Festival 2009 July 1 to July 5 Village Hall grounds, 1900 Hassell Road Free parking at ADP building and Muir School Entertainment, carnival, parade, fireworks, food and more!

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Fourth of July HOTLINE: 847-252-5446

Sponsored by Arts & Crafts Fair June 27 and June 28

The Arts & Crafts Fair is on Saturday, June 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the weekend BEFORE the Fourth of July Festival. It will be held on the Police Department grounds, 1200 Gannon Drive, at the corner of Gannon Drive and Golf Road. Free parking will be available onsite and at Hoffman Estates High School. Village of Hoffman Estates Fourth of July Festival, July 1 to July 5, 2009 WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 SATURDAY, JULY 4 CCarnivalarnival OOnlynly Children’s bike parade assembly 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., wristband hours till 8 p.m. 8:45 a.m. Fourth of July parade on Hassell Road “Visions of Our Forefathers; Celebrating 50 Years” THURSDAY, JULY 2 9 a.m. CCarnivalarnival Park District Community Walk 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., wristband hours till 8 p.m. Join the Hoffman Estates Park District for a one-mile walk ‘ Hi Infi delity within the parade. Call Heather at 847-781-3643 for info 8 p.m. CCarnivalarnival 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Kid’s petting zoo 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Drop-off cooking contest entries Chocolate chip cookies, hot wings, meatballs 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Judging of cooking contest 1:30 p.m., winners announced at 2 p.m. Game Show Gurus 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Bike auction FRIDAY, JULY 3 Viewing at 2 p.m., live auction at 2:30 p.m. CCarnivalarnival Bingo with cash prizes 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., wristband hours till 8 p.m. Take Five Bingo with cash prizes 3 p.m. ‘ The Fairlanes Mr. D’s Magic and Illusion Show 7:30 p.m. 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. ‘ Sister Hazel ‘ The Diamond and the King 9:30 p.m. A tribute to Neil Diamond and Elvis Presley, with the Fabulous Ambassadors 6 p.m. FFireworksireworks ddisplayisplay 10 p.m. ‘ Main stage Food tent Village of Hoffman Estates Fourth of July Festival, July 1 to July 5, 2009

SUNDAY, JULY 5 SUNDAY, JULY 5 [continued] CCarnivalarnival Bags tournament 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., wristband hours till 5 p.m. Signup required prior to the event Diaper derby Two (2) per team Open to children under 12 months old 3 p.m. Must be crawling only – no walkers Blast from the Past 1 p.m. 4 p.m. Game Show Gurus ‘ One 2 Many 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 6 p.m. Kid’s petting zoo ‘ Tin Horse 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. 8 p.m. Pie eating contest How fast can you eat a pie? Categories include 11-17 years old Tin Horse and 18 years and older 1:30 p.m. Water balloon toss contest 2 p.m. Mr. D’s Magic and Illusion Show 2 p.m., 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Bingo with cash prizes

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Food vendors

Garibaldi’s Marino’s Kitchen Grampy’s Hillbilly Kettle Korn Miguel’s On the Fox Hoffman Estates Athletic Association/ R&S Concessions Police Benevolent Fund Rosati’s Pizza Home Bakery & Festivals Suzie’s Funnel Cakes & Fun Foods Katie’s All-American Deli Uncle Zorba’s The Malt Shoppe Windsor Fudge Village of Hoffman Estates Fourth of July Festival, July 1 to July 5, 2009 FREE CONCERTS FESTIVAL HOURS Thursday, July 2 Wednesday, July 1* Hi Infi delity - 8 p.m. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, July 3 *carnival only The Fairlanes - 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 2 Sister Hazel - 9:30 p.m. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 4 Friday, July 3 Take Five - 3 p.m. (food tent) 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. The Diamond and the King - 6 p.m. Saturday, July 4 Sunday, July 5 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Blast from the Past - 4 p.m. (food tent) Sunday, July 5 One 2 Many - 6 p.m. 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tin Horse - 8 p.m. VISIT THE HOFFMAN ESTATES Wristband days! July 1, July 2 and July 3 FIRE DEPARTMENT FAMILY AREA 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., all rides just $12 Saturday, July 4 Sunday, July 5 Vehicle extrication - 3 p.m. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., all rides just $25 Sunday, July 5 ($20 with carnival $5-off coupon located in June Citizen!) High-angle rescue - 4 p.m. “MegaPass” – good for entire fi ve-day festival! PARADE INFORMATION All rides just $50! Available at the carnival ticket offi ce. “Visions of Our Forefathers; Celebrating 50 Years” Saturday, July 4 - 9 a.m., Hassell Road SEE THE FIREWORKS! Saturday, July 4 - 10 p.m.

Food pantry donations at the parade Bring your nonperishable canned or boxed goods and paper products to donate during the parade to the Celebrations Commission’s fl oat for the Township Food Pantries. Monetary donations are also accepted. Fire safety does make a difference!

This letter of appreciation was received on May 11, 2009, from Denise McMahon, a 6th grade teacher at MacArthur School in Hoffman Estates. In it, she thanks the Hoffman Estates Fire Department for its effective public education program.

Dear Fire Chief Gorvett, students today about how they felt, they expressed fear and that feeling I am a teacher at MacArthur Elemen- of panic for a moment but then, as one tary School in Hoffman Estates. This student said, “I remembered what we fall, like every year for the past were taught, over and over. Get out 28 years that I have taught, one of safely. Don’t go back in.” your fi refi ghters came into my 6th grade classroom and taught us about Every year, after the fi re safety fi re safety. At the time, I meant to presentation, I assign homework of an write you a note because he did such evacuation plan and discussion with a fantastic job. This young man went family members. I nag and nag until out of his way to fi nd resources and everyone completes it. It is a grade. help one of my students deal with As a 6th grade teacher, I am last in his fear of fi re alarms. Of course, that long line of nagging from m any he also did the usual lessons on fi re before me. My fellow teachers do the exits, smoke alarms and answered the same. But, we are a small part of Firefi ghter/Paramedic Gregg Fuja discusses large number of curious questions. I what happens. Your fi refi ghters play home evacuation plans with students specifi cally asked him if he would ad- the most important part! The kids do dress exiting safely from apartments, listen. Yes, even when they are 6th sprinkler systems and smoke alarms in graders and they act like they are apart m ents and what to do if you were way too cool! The information taught on the 2nd or 3rd fl oor. You see, half is critical. Your fi refi ghters saved of my class lives in a large apart- lives last week. Each and everyone of ment complex in Rolling Meadows. They them who has worked in our classrooms are a part of our school district and has made a difference. Don’t ever let see m to always have m any q uestions someone cut that budget. And please, about what to do. Many are home alone. for all of us at MacArthur, give each of those fi refi ghters a big thank you! This past Thursday a fi re broke out And a special thanks to my friend who in one of their buildings. 4 of our did my class. I am so sorry that his MacArthur families were seriously name has slipped by me but his sig- impacted and had to be relocated. nifi cance has not! Hurrah for the job I think (my facts may not be exact) you all do. I’m sure you don’t hear it about 170 families had to evacu- enough! Thank you! ate that afternoon, many who may not Firefi ghter/Paramedic Patrick Clarke is the speak English well and depend on Denise McMahon current 6th grade public educator their children to help them. Everyone 6th grade teacher got out safely! When I talked to my MacArthur School Great-looking homes and neighborhoods awards

The nomination deadline for the 11th annual Community Pride Recognition Award is Monday, July 6. This program, sponsored by the Environmental Commission, recognizes and honors three “best” landscaping categories: • Single-family detached home • Other than single-family detached home • Neighborhood or homeowners association

Photographs will be taken of areas viewable from the street between July 15 and July 21. Recognition will be made at a Village Board meeting in August. Community Pride Recognition Award nomination form I nominate the residence at: Owner(s) name (if known): Neighborhood/homeowners association: Contact person: Your name and address:

Please complete and return to:

Hoffman Estates Village Hall c/o Environmental Commission 1900 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169

Hoffman Estates Citizen • June 2009 11 Summer Sounds on the Green 2009

JJuneune 118:8: JJulyuly 2233 & 224:4: Bill O’Connell’s Chicago Skyliners Theater: Thoroughly Modern Millie Keeping the big band sounds alive since 1988, the Chicago GreenRoom Productions presents this 1967 musical comedy Skyliners, under the direction of Bill O’Connell, feature contem- about a young girl from Kansas who comes into her “own,” and porary arrangements of swing hits from the 1930s through today. discovers life and love in New York City during the Roaring ‘20s.

JJuneune 225:5: JJulyuly 330:0: Creole Stomp Dee Alexander Dennis Stroughmatt and Creole Stomp travel the country Dee Alexander is one of Chicago’s most gifted and respected playing the sounds of French Creole, blues, rock, country, swing, female vocalists/songwriters. Her talents span every musical genre, Celtic and Latin music. from gospel and R&B to blues, neo-soul and jazz.

JJulyuly 99:: AAugustugust 6:6: The Jennifer Jennings Band Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band The band has been described as, “The Allman Brothers meets Banjo Buddies is a nationally recognized, high-energy Dixieland Sheryl Crow.” Jennifer has a rich alto voice versatile in singing show band, and the only one of its kind in the country playing country, rock or ballads. everything from jazz and swing to blues and novelty tunes.

JJulyuly 116:6: AAugustugust 113:3: The Flat Cats Chicago Groove Collective The Flat Cats blend vintage and modern music. The hottest Chicago Groove Collective is a dynamic band playing a variety of swing, jazz, jump, blues, standards, modern classics and music, including rock, Motown, R&B, funk, contemporary and western swing are guaranteed to entertain the audience. jazz, led by Matt Lewis, an international touring singer.

12 Hoffman Estates Citizen • June 2009 All concerts begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday evenings. Bring a blanket and picnic to the amphitheater at the Virginia Mary Hayter Village Green located on Prairie Stone Parkway off Route 72 in the Prairie Stone Business Park, and enjoy the summer concert series featuring these talented performers. For more information and music samples, call 847-252-5448, or visit www.hoffmanestatesarts.com.

Directions Weather From the EAST, take Route 72 (Higgins) west of Route 59. If there is threatening weather, call 847-252-5448 after 4 p.m. Turn left on Prairie Stone Parkway to Pratum Avenue (stop or visit www.hoffmanestatesarts.com to fi nd out if the concert sign and old fi re station). Turn right, then left into the parking will be canceled. If there is lightning, the concert will be can- lot across from the old fi re station. celed for everyone’s safety.

From the WEST, take Route 72 (Higgins) east. Turn right on Picnics Beverly Road to Prairie Stone Parkway. Turn left on Prairie If you are bringing a picnic, do not bring glass bottles, glasses Stone Parkway to Pratum Avenue (stop sign and old fi re sta- or glass containers. This is for the safety of all barefoot pa- tion). Turn left, then left again into the parking lot across from trons. the old fi re station. Parents Parking Do not allow your children to climb the amphitheater walls or Parking for concerts is east of the venue. The parking lot is on the rocks by the stage and lake. across the street from the old fi re station. Park at the west end of the lot, and follow the path from the northwest corner of Food the parking lot to the amphitheater. Garibaldi’s will again provide food and drinks at the conces- Handicapped parking sion stand. Handicap parking is west of the venue. The parking lot is Sponsored by shared with businesses. Only those cars with handicap plac- Village of Hoffman Estates, Hoffman Estates Park District, ards may park there. Follow the sidewalks east to the venue. Hoffman Estates Arts Commission. The Village of Hoffman Estates complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For accessibility assistance, call the ADA coordinator at 847-882-9100.

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Village of Hoffman Estates, the following groups and organizations will be recognized for their contribution to our community: Performing group Honoree 6/18 Bill O’Connell’s Chicago Skyliners Village Offi cials 6/25 Creole Stomp Veterans and Scouts 7/9 The Jennifer Jennings Band Libraries 7/16 The Flat Cats Schools 7/23 & 7/24 Thoroughly Modern Millie Businesses 7/30 Dee Alexander Fire and Police 8/6 Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band Park District and YMCA 8/13 Chicago Groove Collective Places of Worship

Hoffman Estates Citizen • June 2009 13 GGrowingrowing toto GGreenness!reenness! Fireworks alert!

Household chemical waste collection This Fourth of July, please leave fi reworks to For more information, contact the ISPB by phone at 312-922-8710, or visit The Illinois Environmental Protec- the professionals. In the hands of amateurs, www.eyehealthillinois.org. tion Agency (IEPA) and Hanover fi reworks can turn a festivity into a tragedy. Township are sponsoring a one-day It is important to note that, except for novelty household hazardous waste collec- fi reworks (e.g., sparklers, snakes, noisemak- tion. This collection is free and avail- ers), fi reworks are illegal in Illinois without a able to all Illinois residents. permit. Illegal fi reworks (e.g., cherry bombs, Saturday, June 6 M-80s) in the mainstream could present sub- 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. stantial risks of injury, including blindness, 250 S. Rt. 59 amputations, burns and even death. Bartlett, IL Here are some practical safety tips: Hanover Township • Keep children away from all fi reworks Citizens are asked to bring harsh • As bystanders, stay about a quarter of a mile chemical cleaners, paints, thinners, or more away from a professional display, and antifreeze, weed killers, insecticides leave pets at home and pesticides, and similar hazardous household products. Explosives, pro- • Observe all state and local laws pane tanks, fi re extinguishers, smoke • If eye injuries do occur, do not touch, rub or detectors, agricultural chemicals and press on the injured eye. Seek immediate business wastes are not accepted. care from an eye-care professional or hospital emergency room

If you wish to include fi reworks in your festivities, please leave it to trained pyrotech- nic operators. Since injuries can occur to bystanders, keep a safe distance, wear safety Read more about Hoffman Estates’ glasses and obey all laws. Fourth of July Festival on page 7!

Mulch retains moisture for healthy trees

Placing mulch around trees can help them thrive and maintain a healthy condition through- The fi rst of these collections began in out the growing season. Mulching slows evaporation of soil moisture, which increases the November 1989. Since then, 401,350 availability of both moisture and soil nutrients for utilization by the tree’s root system. households have participated in 449 While mulching benefi ts trees in a number of ways, improper mulch events, with more than 78,100 drums placement can actually be harmful. Excessive mulch depth inhibits Right of material collected. the fl ow of oxygen to the roots, and can cause root system decay Household hazardous-waste col- and smothering. Piling mulch against the trunk attracts insects and lections, funded by statewide fees rodents, which may feed on the trunk and subject the tree to decay. on landfi lled non-hazardous solid Proper installation involves placing mulch to a depth of no more wastes, are free to the public. An than four inches over the root zone in a saucer-like fashion. Keep the IEPA contractor assures that all material away from the tree’s trunk and open to the air. This permits wastes are properly containerized, moisture to be maintained for the roots, but allows the trunk to stay manifested and safely transported to dry, thereby preventing decay and insect or rodent damage. Wrong their ultimate destination. Wood chips make excellent mulch for trees, shrubs and planting If you have any questions, contact the beds. This material is a byproduct of our tree-trimming and branch Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook pickup programs, and free to residents throughout the year. The County (SWANCC) at 847-724-9205, material is stored at the Fleet Services Facility at 2405 Pembroke or visit SWANCC’s Web site at Ave. Residents should bring their own container and shovel for pick www.swancc.org. up. If you have any questions, contact the Public Works Department at 847-490-6800.

14 Hoffman Estates Citizen • June 2009 June calendar

Monday, June 1 Tuesday, June 23 • Children’s Clinic, 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at VH • Sister Cities Commission, 7 p.m. at VH • Village Board Meeting, 8 p.m. at VH Wednesday, June 24 Tuesday, June 2 • Celebrations Commission, 5:30 p.m. at VH • Cultural Awareness Commission, 7:15 p.m. at VH • Police Explorers, 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at PD • Zoning Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at VH • Arts Commission, 7 p.m. at VH Wednesday, June 3 • Environmental Commission, 7 p.m. at PWC • Emergency Management Agency (EMA), 6:30 p.m. at VH Thursday, June 25 • Museum Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Sunderlage Farm • Liquor Servers Training, 7 p.m. at PD • Plan Commission, 8 p.m. at VH • Summer Concert Series: “Creole Stomp,” Saturday, June 6 7 p.m. at Village Green • Fire and Police Commission, 8 a.m. at PD Friday, June 26 • Chamber of Commerce Community Fishing Derby, • Arts Commission Children’s Concert, noon at Vogelei Park 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South Ridge Lake Saturday, June 27 *Sunday, June 7 • Arts & Crafts Fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at PD grounds • Veteran’s Flag 47: Harland M. Goodnough, Army, WWII *Sunday, June 28 Monday, June 8 • Veteran’s Flag 50: Stephen J. Topolski, Army, WWII • 50th Anniversary Commission, 6 p.m. at VH • Arts & Crafts Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at PD grounds • Standing Committee Meetings, 7:30 p.m. at VH • Sunday at the Farm, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Sunderlage Farm Tuesday, June 9 • Hoffman Baby Clinic, 10 a.m. to noon at VH • Commission for Senior Citizens, 5:30 p.m. at VH Village Board Meetings are held on the fi rst and third • Historical Sites Commission, 5:30 p.m. at Sunderlage Farm Monday of each month at 8 p.m. in the VH Council Wednesday, June 10 Chambers, unless otherwise noted. • Community Health Clinic, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at VH • Police Explorers, 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at PD The General Administration and Personnel; Planning, Thursday, June 11 Building and Zoning; and Transportation and Road • Heartsaver CPR Class, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Improvement Committees meetings are held on the Moon Lake Fire Station second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the VH Saturday, June 13 Council Chambers, unless otherwise noted. • Disabled Citizens Wellness Expo, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at VH *Sunday, June 14 The Finance; Public Health and Safety; and Public • Veteran’s Flag 48: John T. Olson, USMC, Iraq Works and Utilities Committees meetings are held on Monday, June 15 the fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the • Village Board Meeting, 8 p.m. at VH VH Council Chambers, unless otherwise noted. Tuesday, June 16 • Zoning Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at VH VH: Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Road Wednesday, June 17 PD: Police Department, 1200 Gannon Drive • Peer Jury, 7 p.m. at PD PWC: Public Works Center, 2305 Pembroke Ave. Thursday, June 18 • Commission for Disabled Citizens, 6 p.m. at VH • Youth Commission, 6:30 p.m. at VH • Fourth of July Commission, 7:30 p.m. at VH • Summer Concert Series: “Bill O’Connell’s Chicago Skyliners,” 7 p.m. at Village Green Saturday, June 20 • Unity Day, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Village Green • Teen Pool Party, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Seascape Aquatic Center Sears Centre Arena events *Sunday, June 21 Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11 • Veteran’s Flag 49: Peter A. Wastie, USMC, Vietnam • U.S. Men’s Volleyball vs. Italy FIVB World League Game, Monday, June 22 7 p.m. • Standing Committee Meetings, 7:30 p.m. at VH Various photos courtesy James Hojnacki, Mona S. Morrison and Lauren Deutsch * The fl ag rotation ceremony is held at the Veterans’ Memorial every Sunday at 1 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Those wishing to make a donation for the perpetual mainte- nance 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 60169. The casket fl ags of deceased veterans listed on the calendar above will be fl ying at the Veterans’ Memorial in the coming month. The Veterans’ Memorial is located outside the Hoffman Estates Police Department at 1200 Gannon Drive, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169.

Hoffman Estates Citizen • June 2009 15 The Village of Hoffman Estates Commemorative 50th 1900 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 www.hoffmanestates.org anniversary license plate

Important phone numbers Celebrate the Village’s 50th anniversary In order to receive a special license plate, a with a special edition license plate! Two completed application form, along with a Main ...... 847-882-9100 hundred license plate sets are now available copy of your registration, and a check made Police and Fire ...... 9-1-1 to residents and businesses of Hoffman out to the Village of Hoffman Estates for Police Administration . . . .847-882-1818 Estates. $20 must be submitted to Rebecca Suhajda Fire Administration ...... 847-843-4825 by June 26. These offi cial plates only cost $20, and may Public Works ...... 847-490-6800 be shown on your car from July 28 through Important note: your registration must ex- Health and Sept. 27, 2009. The end date culminates pire after Sept. 27, 2009. If your registration Human Services ...... 847-781-4850 with the 50th anniversary gala at the expires anytime between July 28 and Event Hotline ...... 847-252-5443 Marriott Chicago Northwest in the Sept. 27, 2009, you must renew your regis- western part of town, 4800 Hoffman Blvd. tration before submitting your application Village offi cials to the Village for a specialty license plate. Each plate set is made of the same heavy Mayor metal and refl ective fi nish as original state Applications will be made available on our William D. McLeod of Illinois license plates. The plates will fea- Web site and at the Village Hall. For more Trustees ture the offi cial 50th anniversary logo, and information, contact Rebecca Suhajda by Karen V. Mills a special number that belongs just to you. phone at 847-781-2616, or by e-mail at Cary J. Collins [email protected]. Raymond M. Kincaid Jacquelyn Green Anna Newell Gary J. Pilafas Village Clerk Bev Romanoff Village Manager James H. Norris Municipal facilities Village Hall 1900 Hassell Road Hours: Monday, 8:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. – noon Bruce C. Lind Police Complex 1200 Gannon Drive Fire Administration 1900 Hassell Road Fire Station 21 — Carl W. Selke 225 Flagstaff Lane ECRWSS PRSRT STD Fire Station 22 — Michael J. O’Malley U.S. Postage 1700 Moon Lake Blvd. PAID POSTAL CUSTOMER Permit No. 24 Fire Station 23 — Richard G. Cordova Hoffman Estates, IL Schaumburg, IL 1300 Westbury Drive *Fire Station 24 — Jerome Danowski 2601 Pratum Ave. (*relocating to 5775 Beacon Pointe Drive this summer!) Public Works Center 2305 Pembroke Ave.

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