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R O According to William Heniff, Direc- offi ce and industrial businesses opened G tor of Community Development, build- in 2010. SIN 69 ing permits for 2010 were higher than “Many of these uses involved CE 18 the previous year. signifi cant build outs and expansions “Not only did Lombard issue more resulting in a greater amount of in- permits for 2010 than in 2009, the valu- vestment in Lombard,” Heniff noted. ations of these permits also refl ected While new building construction will additional investment in properties. As likely remain at lower levels, build out a proxy measure, collected building activity or modifi cations to existing permit fees were 30% higher than in tenant spaces is anticipated to continue 2009. This strongly indicates the types into 2011. New residential construc- of improvements being undertaken tion activity is also likely to remain at by property owners are more capital decreased levels, although continued intensive and substantial in nature,” he investment by property owners in their added. own homes, through the issuance of These increases can be attributed permits for property improvements to not only new development like the such as sheds, fences, decks and roof McDonald’s Restaurant at 1 Yorktown repairs, remain at steady levels. Shopping Center, but also several Lombard Most Progressive Community When It Comes To Water Conservation The Village of Lombard came out as assist in identifying water leaks that the most progressive community when may have caused a high water bill,” it comes to water conservation, accord- Podesta advised. “The Village is ing to a DuPage Water Commission currently replacing water meters in report summarizing survey results on multi-family dwellings with new, more the topic. accurate meters and is installing a radio Lombard scored in 9 of the 13 read system that will enable customer categories surveyed regarding water service to be alerted to leaks on a daily conservation programs and services, the basis,” she added. highest of all the participating commu- The Village of Lombard also con- nities surveyed. Twenty-four of the 28 ducts an annual leak detection survey DuPage Water Commission customers that inspects one-third of the water responded to the survey. According to mains per year, according to Podesta. the responses, all of the respondents Any leaks that are found are then have designated a conservation coor- promptly repaired by Public Works dinator who is responsible for manag- crews. ing the municipal conservation efforts. The survey, conducted in 2009, was Lombard’s conservation coordinator administered as part of the Preserving is Angela Podesta, Utilities Superin- Every Drop water conservation pro- tendent for the Village’s Public Works gram, launched by the DuPage Water Department. Commission, to provide all DuPage “Residents may request an inspec- County water users with a consistent... tion by a Public Works employee to (Continued on page 16) FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK

Dear Residents, The Village Board and the staff of the Village of Lombard wish each of you a happy New Year Village Board with joy, happiness and peace in the new year. William J. Mueller, President After serving on the DuPage Water Commis- Brigitte O’Brien, Village Clerk sion for the past 10 years as the municipal representative for District 2 and Vice Chairman for Trustees the past several years, I recently announced that I would not Greg Gron, District 1 be a candidate for re-appointment. The DuPage Water Commission system is Keith Giagnorio, District 2 Zachary Wilson, District 3 the second largest in the State of Illinois and it provides quality water to the Dana Moreau, District 4 residents of DuPage County. When I was elected Village President in 1993, Laura Fitzpatrick, District 5 the rate for water was $1.95 per 1,000 gallons. When I became a member of William Ware, District 6 the Commission in 2000 the rate was $1.75 and in 2010 it was $1.70. How- ever, with the increase in cost of water from the City of Chicago and with the Village Hall current legislation which was passed by the state last year which calls for the (630) 620-5700 elimination of the sales tax in 2016 which has been used to offset rate increases, the estimated cost of water will go up 40% or more over the next several www.villageofl ombard.org years. The sales tax revenue of more than $12 million was used toward the “The Mission of the Village of operation of the Commission to help stabilize rates with the balance being Lombard is to provide superior and refunded to the contract customers. responsive governmental services Should the elected offi cials of the Village of Lombard be limited to the to the people of Lombard.” number of terms of offi ce they could hold? The term limits advisory referendum was approved by the Village Board to give the residents an opportunity The PRIDE to vote in the consolidated election to be held April 5, 2011. The April 5 elec- The Lombard PRIDE is the tion will also give residents of Districts 2, 4 and 5 a chance to vote for their offi cial newsletter of the Village Trustee to represent them over the next four years. Become knowledgeable of Lombard. It is also a joint on these issues and vote. publication with the Lombard Park The next community blood drive will be held on April 13. Please call District, the Helen Plum Library and Carol Bauer at (630) 620-5712 to schedule your appointment. the Lombard Historical Museums. Congratulations to Sue Pagnoni of Century Moving who is taking over Personnel from the respective governing bodies are responsible the leadership of the Chamber as its new President. A special thanks to Paul for the content of their sections. The Guagenti of Republic Bank for a successful year as President in 2010. views expressed by the Library, Shop Lombard! Lombard depends on local sales taxes to keep resident the Park District and the Historical services strong. As some communities are looking at cutting services because Museums are not necessarily of the slowing economy, Lombard continues to maintain its high level of those expressed by the Village. services, however, much of that depends on where you shop. Shop Lombard Correspondence can be addressed and your sales tax dollars stay in Lombard and will help pay for the Village to any of the groups at the following services you depend on such as fi re, police, public works and others. addresses: Have you signed up with CUB? Lombard continues to go green as it part- Village: 255 E. Wilson Ave. ners with CUB to help our residents save energy and money. You can partici- Library: 110 W. Maple St. pate in this program by going online at CUBEnergySaver.com. Park District : 227 W. Parkside Ave. Last October, leaders of metropolitan Chicago’s seven counties voted Historical Museums: 23 W. Maple unanimously to adopt “GO TO 2040,” the region’s fi rst comprehensive plan 355 E. Parkside since Daniel Burnham’s in 1909. Designed to guide development and invest- The PRIDE is published ment decisions through mid-century and beyond, the plan’s implementation six times per year: February, will be led by the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP), which April, June, August, October was formed for this purpose in 2005 at the urging of local elected & December. Joelyn Kott, Editor (Continued on page 16) 2 The Pride www.villageofl ombard.org February 6-12 is Burn Awareness Week Scald injuries are painful and In conjunction with Burn Awareness fi rst. This can prevent scalding in require prolonged treatment. They Week, February 6–12, the American case someone should fall in while may result in lifelong scarring and Burn Association recommends the the tub is fi lling. Mix the water thor- even death. Prevention of scalds is following simple safety tips to de- oughly and check the temperature always preferable to treatment and crease the risk to yourself and those by moving wrist or hand with spread can be accomplished through simple you love from tap water scalds: fi ngers through the water before al- changes in behavior and the home • Set home water heater thermostats lowing someone to get in. environment, according to the Lom- to deliver water at a temperature no • Install grab bars, shower seats or bard Fire Department. higher than 120 degrees Fahrenheit non-slip fl ooring in tubs or showers “Although anyone can sustain (48 degree Celsius.) An easy meth- for anyone unsteady or weak. a scald burn, certain people are od to test this is to allow hot water • Avoid fl ushing toilets, running more likely to be scalded--infants, to run for three to fi ve minutes, and water or using the dish or clothes young children, older adults and then test with a candy, meat or water washer while anyone is showering. people with disabilities. These high thermometer. Adjust the water • Install anti-scald or tempering risk groups are also more likely to heater and wait a day to let the tem- devices. These heat-sensitive instru- require hospitalization, suffer com- perature drop. Retest and readjust as ments stop or interrupt the fl ow of plications and experience a diffi cult necessary. water when the temperature reaches recovery” said Jimmy Parks, Chair • Provide constant adult supervision a pre-determined level and prevent of the ABA Burn Prevention Com- of young children or anyone who hot water that is too hot from committee. may experience diffi culty removing ing out of the tap. “Most burn injuries occur in the themselves from hot water on their Cooking-related scalds are also person’s home and the majority of own. Gather all necessary supplies easy to prevent. Some things that these injuries can easily be prevent- before placing a child in the tub and can be done to prevent cooking- ed,” according to Chuck Riforgiate, keep them within easy reach. related burns include: Lombard Fire Marshal. • Fill tub to desired level before • Establish a “kid zone” out of the Tap water scalds are often more getting in. Run cold water fi rst, and traffi c path between the stove and severe than cooking-related scalds. then add hot. Turn off the hot water sink where children can safely play and still be supervised. Keep young Lombard children in high chairs or play yards, Fire Mar- a safe distance from counter or stove shal Chuck tops, hot liquids, hot surfaces or Riforgiate other cooking hazards. explains • Cook on back burners when that most young children are present. Keep all burn inju- pot handles turned back, away from ries can be the stove edge. All appliance cords prevented should be coiled and away from by following the counter edge. During mealtime, some help- place hot items in the center of the ful safety table, at least ten inches from the tips. table edge. Use non-slip placemats instead of tablecloths if toddlers are present. Never drink or carry hot liquids while carrying or holding a child. Quick motions may cause spilling of the liquid onto the child. February/March 2011 3 www.villageofl ombard.org Memorial Day Ceremony Plans Underway Plans are already underway for the Lombard Memorial Day Cer- emony, which will be held at the Veterans Memorial in Lombard Common Park (St. Charles and Grace) in the Sunken Garden on May 30, 2011 at noon. The program will feature re- marks from service members and the community. The Glenbard East High School Eastwind vocalists will be singing the national anthem and other musical selections. Members of the Lombard Veter- ans of Foreign Wars, and Lombard American Legion, will be participating in the program. Members of Viet Now will be joining in to present the Field Cross Ceremony. There will be a wreath laying ceremony at the Lombard Memorial At last year’s Memorial Day Ceremony, Village President Bill Mueller Marker which contains the names speaks with one of many service men who attended the event. Anyone of Lombard residents who served interested in volunteering for this year’s ceremony, please contact Lt. Scott or were killed in the Civil War, the Watkins, Memorial Day Chair, at (630) 873-4440. Spanish American War, World Wars I and II, and Viet Nam. (No Lom- bard residents are recorded as being CPA Class Looking For Students killed in the Korean War.) The Lombard Police Department Participants have found the classes Many anniversaries and remem- will be holding their 21st Citizen’s exciting and students have an enjoy- brances occur in 2011, including the Police Academy beginning on able yet educational experience. 100th anniversary of Great Lakes March 1, 2011. The Citizen’s Police Academy Naval Station and Naval aviation, The classes are held free of program is a great opportunity for the 70th anniversary of Pearl Harbor charge every Tuesday night from citizens to get to know their force and the 25th anniversary of the Viet 7-9:30 p.m. during a ten-week pe- and get a hands-on experience Nam welcome home parades. riod. The purpose of the academy of what police work is all about. On Memorial Day, individuals is to give citizens living or working Students say they never look at the who have served our country in the in Lombard an understanding of police the same once they have gone military during times of confl ict or modern police procedures and the through the classes. Although class war are recognized. In particular, challenges offi cers face. Lombard size is limited, citizens interested in those individuals who made the offi cers teach all classes so partici- applying are encouraged to contact greatest sacrifi ce and gave their pants get it straight from the front Barb Bartolotte at (630) 873-4471 lives for our country, are especially line. for an application. Applications are honored. Topics covered include traffi c also available at the front desk of the Veterans of the Armed Services, stops, fi rearm training, search and Police Department or on the Village members of the community and seizure laws, defensive tactics train- website, www.villageofl ombard. Scouts are invited to attend. ing and other hands-on instruction. org. 4 The Pride www.villageofl ombard.org 2011 Parkway Tree Trimming Plan All Village-owned parkway trees that public safety is the Village’s the tree is maintained as much as from Craig to Main between St. fi rst priority, followed by tree health possible, with tree growth directed Charles Road and North Avenue will and then aesthetics. Street trees upward and outward. be trimmed this winter, according have different maintenance require- During the year, the in-house to the Village of Lombard Public ments than landscape trees and Forestry crew will be trimming Works Department. are therefore pruned accordingly. all of the smaller parkway trees The parkway trees within the Normally no more than one-quarter throughout the Village. This proac- North Industrial Park, west LeM- to one-third of the live crown will tive trimming allows for a gradual oyne, west Goebel, west Sunset, be removed at one time. The deter- raising of the crown, correction of Potomac, west Berkshire and Crys- mination of how much to remove defects early in the tree’s life and tal will also be trimmed. Trimming is dependent upon tree species, size smaller pruning wounds which close work will begin in January. and condition of the tree, as well as rapidly. The tree trimming work will be the duration between trim cycles. Residents with any questions re- done by Nels J. Johnson Tree Ex- The Village’s goal is to maintain a garding the Village’s tree trimming perts, a private tree fi rm contracted fi ve-year trim cycle for trees greater program, are asked to please con- by the Village of Lombard Forestry than six inches in diameter and a tact the Public Works Department, Division. Trees will be trimmed ac- three-year cycle for trees less than Forestry Division at (630) 620-5740. cording to strict professional stan- six inches. The shorter the trimming A map of the tree trimming areas dards set forth within the tree care cycle, the less live material needs is available on the Village website, industry. The following information to be removed. The natural form of www.villageofl ombard.org. is provided to explain what these standards entail. According to the Village’s For- The GREENScene estry Division, most importantly, Improving Winter Air With- and most visibly, is the fact that trees are trimmed to a minimum Quality out height of 14 feet on all sides. This To improve winter air quality, Turn- allows for safe clearance by all follow these suggestions: ing Up vehicular and pedestrian traffi c. It • Vacuum heating ducts, wipe down heaters, replace furnace the Heat also ensures that any signage in the • Drafts can waste from 50% of parkway is clearly visible. The re- fi lters and dust off furniture often to remove allergens. your energy use. Put draft snakes maining extent of trimming includes along window sills and/or door the removal of diseased limbs; bro- • Clean chimneys to prevent fi res due to creo- jams to stop drafts. They can be as ken and hanging limbs; dead wood; simple as rolled up towels. Stop- sucker growth; limbs that come in sote buildup. • Be aware that new ping drafts will keep your thermo- contact with other limbs; limbs that stat from getting false readings. interfere with utility lines or street carpet and painting may release off gases for weeks so • Running ceiling fans in a clock- lights; limbs that interfere with veg- wise rotation will help in warming etation on private property; limbs in- choose low or no VOC paints and ventilate well. your home by putting the warm air fested with insects; weakly attached where you are. or structurally unsound limbs and • Clean refrigerator trays often to remove molds that may be blown • Dress warmer even inside. A light correction of storm damage. sweater is worth about two degrees Lombard’s Forestry Division into your house by the refrigerator fans. of warmth and a heavy sweater is would like to remind residents to worth around four degrees. please remember Ways to Feel Warmer February/March 2011 5 LILAC VILLAGE NEWS BITS www.villageofl ombard.org

Pedestrian Special Lot A North several locations near the Lombard Metra station. Many of these spaces Safety Broadway Avenue are located on Parkside Drive, both Throughout the winter months, Municipal Lot east and west of Main Street. Other the Code Enforcement division of The Village offers residential daily parking lots include the Ham- the Village of Lombard would like parking in Special Lot A off of merschmidt commuter parking lot to remind everyone to make the win- North Broadway Avenue just east of on St. Charles Road ter a little easier by removing snow Grace Street on a semi-annual basis. For Lombard residents-only, and ice from the public sidewalks. Permits are valid from January-June the Village offers quarterly parking Lombard ordinance requires and July-December. The cost of a permits for the commuter lot at 101 snow removal from public sidewalks permit for six months is $40. For S. Main Street, the parking stalls adjacent to commercial properties less than the six month period, per- along East Parkside Avenue east of within 24 hours of the end of each mit cost will be pro-rated at $6.75 Charlotte Street, and the south lot snowstorm. It is important to keep per month. on West Maple Street to the west of sidewalks cleared so that pedestrians Parking in this lot is enforced by the Historical Museum. The cost of do not have to walk in the street. the Lombard Police Department. the quarterly permit is $75. Persons There is no ordinance requiring Vehicles that do not display a cur- wishing to purchase a permit for snow removal from sidewalks abut- rent parking permit will be ticketed. the fi rst time for any of these per- ting residential properties, but Vil- If interested in purchasing a Special mit parking lots should contact the lage code does require those having Lot A parking permit, please visit Village for availability. In addition, any surface water drainage mecha- the Village Hall during normal busi- there are 40 daily fee spaces avail- nisms or conduits onto a sidewalk ness hours: Monday 8 a.m.–7 p.m.; able only to residents of Lombard in or street, to take action to prevent Tuesday through Friday 8 a.m.– the 101 S. Main Street lot at a cost icing. This includes sump pumps, 4:30 p.m. of $1.25 per day. Please note that to downspouts, or even trenches direct- be eligible to purchase permits for ing water out to the sidewalk or these parking areas or use the daily street. Commuter Parking Lots fee spaces in the 101 S. Main St. lot, When considering adding spring Commuter parking spaces are you must be a resident of incorpo- landscaping, particularly along a available at several locations in rated Lombard and you must have driveway or near street intersec- the Village of Lombard. Regular current Village of Lombard vehicle tions, please remember the safety commuters may purchase quarterly stickers on all vehicles that may be of pedestrians in your plans. Any parking permits on a fi rst come, fi rst parked in the lot. obstruction more than two feet in served basis. The cost is $75 per For more information on com- height along a driveway or near a quarter for permits to park near the muter parking lots, visit our web site street intersection poses a hazard. Lombard Metra station in the lots on at www.villageofl ombard.org Please pay attention to landscaping St. Charles Road east of Main Street along driveways, keeping at least 20 or between Park and Elizabeth south feet along the driveway clear of any of St. Charles Road. Persons wish- New Businesses sight obstruction greater than two ing to purchase a permit for the fi rst The Village of Lombard would feet in height. Corner properties at time for either of these permit park- like to welcome the following new street intersections are required to ing lots should contact the Village businesses to our community: keep at least 30 feet clear of obstruc- for availability information. Com- • Best Dollar Deals, Retail Dollar tions. muter parking permits are renewable Store, 507 E. Roosevelt Road Questions regarding pedestrian by mail before the start of a new • City Chic, Women’s purses and safety relating to snow, ice, or sight quarter. accessories, 342 Yorktown obstructions should be directed to For both regular commuters • Dearborn National/Dental Net- the Code Enforcement Division at and occasional commuters, daily work of America, Offi ce, (630) 620-5749. fee parking spaces are available in 710 E. 22nd Street 6 The Pride www.villageofl ombard.org LILAC VILLAGE NEWS BITS

• McDonald’s, Fast Food, for residential alarm permits and effi ciently as pos- 1 Yorktown $50 for business alarm permits. sible for everyone • Rebound Fitness & Rehabilita- After March 1, fees are pro-rated involved.” tion, Physical Therapy, 246 Janata to $15.00 for new residential alarm Boulevard, Suite 135 permits and $25.00 for new business Vehicle Sticker • Route 38 Auto Wash and Detail, alarm permits. Guidelines Car Wash, 200 W. Roosevelt Road Questions? Please contact the • Vehicle stickers are valid through • Sherwin Williams Paint Store, Business Administrator at (630) April 30 each year. 743 E. Roosevelt Road 620-5913. • New residents or owners of new • Silver Chic, Jewelry Store, vehicles have 45 days after mov- 203 Yorktown Renewal Window For ing in or acquiring a new vehicle to Vehicle Stickers purchase stickers. No Solicitors, Please Reduced To 45 Days • Failure to display a current vehicle Residents may post a “No Ped- The Village of Lombard Finance sticker incurs a fi ne of $50. dlers/Solicitors Allowed on Prem- Department is shortening the renew- • Vehicle stickers are required for ises” seal on their front door. Seals al period for Village vehicle stickers all vehicles that are registered to a are available at the Village Hall for from 60 to 45 days. Lombard address but housed in a $.50. It is a violation of Lombard The renewal process for 2011- college town. ordinance if peddlers or solicitors 2012 vehicle stickers begins March • A late fee will apply after April 30 fail to leave at your request. 15. each year. The reason for the reduced period Planning A Move? is to encourage residents to renew Street Light Out? Before you move, be sure to by mail or any of the various options Street lighting is provided by notify the Village concerning your that are now, but weren’t always, both the Village and ComEd. The water/sewer account. Give ample available. Village is responsible for the main- notice for a fi nal reading; a week “In the past, citizens had to tenance of street lights on concrete is preferred. New owners should purchase a sticker at the customer and metals posts. ComEd is respon- contact water billing 2 - 4 days prior service counter or one of the local sible for the maintenance of street to possession to avoid disconnection banks,” said Sharon Myers, Cus- lights on wooden poles. of service. tomer Service Supervisor. “The If you would like to report a Vil- Questions? Contact the Water only way for us to manage the lage street light out by phone, the Billing Division at (630) 620-5920 volume was to sell stickers dur- Lombard Public Works Department or TDD (630) 620-5811. If you ing a two month period. During the may be reached at (630) 620-5740 should reach our voice mail during past several years, the Village has and ComEd can be reached at (800) busy times or after hours, please implemented several ways to better EDISON 1 (800-334-7661.) leave a message with the moving serve our customers, allowing us to date and forwarding address infor- shorten the renewal period,” Myers Private Snow Plowers mation. added. The depositing of snow from The bar coding of vehicle sticker private property onto the streets or Security Alarm application forms has drastically the stacking of snow from private Licensing Guidelines reduced the renewal process and property on the parkway adjacent to with the addition of online renew- All security alarm systems within the street is strictly prohibited. See als, residents have options when it the Village of Lombard require Village Traffi c Code, Section 10-14- comes to the renewal process. alarm permits. These permits are 16. Such action is also prohibited “We process more than 25,000 valid from September 1 to August for commercial/institutional proper- vehicle sticker renewals,” said My- 31 each year. Annual fees are $30 ties per the Illinois State Compiled ers, “and we are trying to do it as Statutes. February/March 2011 7 LILAC VILLAGE NEWS BITS www.villageofl ombard.org

No Parking Village does require a waiver to to help the day of the blood drive perform the removal. and other times it would be great it Enforcement The Public Works Department we had an extra push for additional In order for the Public Works De- has a pressure washer and environ- donors,” said Carol Bauer, coordina- partment to plow streets effi ciently, mentally safe chemicals that can tor of the Village blood drives. it is critical that parking be prohib- remove graffi ti from brick, concrete The blood drives are held in ited on streets. It is also critical that block, steel and wood. Removal conjunction with Heartland Blood such parking prohibitions be rigidly is usually accomplished within 24 Centers. Anyone looking to part- enforced. hours of notifi cation. ner with the Village, please contact At the present time, Section 10- For more information, please Bauer at (630) 620-5712. 13-12 of the Village Traffi c Code contact the Public Works Depart- prohibits parking on all streets dur- ment at (630) 620-5740 or the Police New Look For Water ing snow removal operations. Department at (630) 873-4400. Please remember to report any Bills in 2011 Parking Limited During graffi ti that you may spot. Thank Lombard residents will notice Snow Removal you. a different look to their water bills It is unlawful to park any vehicle with the coming of the new year. for a period of time longer than Lilac Parade 2011 Starting with the January bill- three minutes for loading and un- ing, Lombard water bills have a Volunteers Needed new look, due to a change in print loading of passengers or 30 minutes The Lilac Parade Committee for loading or unloading of property companies. The new bills are is looking for volunteers to help easier to read and include a mes- on any street at any time after snow organize and execute the 2011 Lilac begins to fall and for a period of sage center at the top which will Parade on Sunday, May 15. allow the Village to inform residents eight hours after snow stops fall- This year’s Parade Theme is ing The snow must also exceed about upcoming events, programs “Cause For Celebration”. Organiza- or services. According to Sharon one inch in depth, as determined by tional Committee meetings are held the Director of Public Works or his Myers, Customer Service Supervi- on the 2nd Thursday of the month at sor for the Village, “Rates can now representative. 7 p.m. at the COP Center in York- This is applicable for such period be found on the front of the bill next town (32 Yorktown, Convenience to the consumption, so understand- of time to complete snow removal Center). Additional volunteers are operations on any such street(s). ing the accumulated charges is much also needed on Parade day to help easier.” Myers also pointed out that Any person, fi rm or corporation vio- execute the Parade. lating the provisions of this Section residents are also now able to view For further information, please the history of the account online and shall be fi ned not less that $25 for contact us on the Lilac Line at (630) each offense. can see the consumption, charges 415-2079 or via email at LilacPa- and payment history, 24/7. [email protected]. Residents with questions about Graffi ti Removal Come join the Committee and the new bills may contact the Fi- Program help display Lombard Pride in 2011. nance Department at (630) 620- If you have been victimized by 5920. graffi ti, the fi rst step is to call the Blood Drive Looking For Lombard Police Department at Partners Check Us Out! 9-1-1. The Village of Lombard is look- As soon as the Police Depart- For information on Village ing for groups, businesses or organi- programs and services, check out ment makes a report, the next step zations to partner with in an effort to is the prompt removal of the graffi ti. the Village of Lombard website at increase publicity and participation www.villageofl ombard.org. There is no cost to private property of the Village blood drives. owners for removal; however, the “Sometimes we need volunteers 8 The Pride VICTORIAN COTTAGE MUSEUM AND SHELDON PECK HOME WWW.LOMBARDHISTORY.ORG “Off The Grid Living” Needs Volunteers The Lombard Historical Society and Thursday from June 14-August is now accepting volunteer applica- 11 (except July 5) at the Sheldon tions for the summer “Off the Grid Peck Homestead. Living” program at the Sheldon The volunteers will be assisting Peck Homestead. staff in running programs such as This program is designed to candle making, dutch-oven cooking, provide hands on history for chil- pioneer games and weaving. All dren and adults while learning about training will be provided along with pioneer living. The program runs a period costume. Volunteers must from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every Tuesday be at least 12-years-old and be able to work at least one 2 hour shift per Peck Homestead week. The volunteer must also be able to work outside in the summer Features New weather. This volunteer opportunity may be used as a summer internship Underground as well. Contact Sarah Richardt, Senior Program Coordinator at the Railroad Exhibit Lombard Historical Society for The Lombard Historical Society Volunteer Tom Smith is tapping a more information at (630)629-1885 is excited to announce a new exhibit sugar maple to make syrup at the Peck or [email protected]. Homestead. Visit www.lombardhis- opening February 1 at the Sheldon tory.org for Maple Sugar events at the Peck Homestead entitled, “The Peck Homestead in March. People, The Places, The Move- ment.” The exhibit explores the Mystery Photo... Peck connection to the Underground Railroad and anti-slavery movement between 1840-1860 using stories, pictures, and songs all found in local history records. Visitors to the Peck will learn about the fi ght to end slavery in the United States, the connection Peck had to other abolitionists in northern Illinois and how he helped freedom seekers travel north to Canada to escape slavery. The history at the Sheldon Peck Homestead is extraordinary not only as the home of nationally known painter, Sheldon Peck, but also as a stop on the Un- derground Railroad. Tours of the house are available Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from This is a photo of Roath’s Service Station in Lombard. Where was it lo- 1-4 p.m. and by appointment. For cated? The fi rst 20 callers to (630)629-1885 with the correct answer will re- more information call (630) 629- ceive a one-year membership to the Lombard Historical Society (value $15). 1885. Members of the Roath family are unable to play this time--sorry LeRoy! February/March 2011 9 LOMBARD PARK DISTRICT

Board of Park Commissioners Michael Kuderna, President Janice Mills, Vice President John Bielenda, Commissioner Tim Gunn, Commissioner Kathleen Hogan, Commissioner Char Roberts, Commissioner Kim Angland, Commissioner

Park District Administration Paul Friedrichs, Executive Director Rick Poole, Deputy Director Kevin Ingram, Supt. of Golf Take Time for Tots Day Operations Saturday, March 26 Jason Myers, Supt. of Finance from 9:30 a.m. – Noon and Personnel Bill Sosnowski, Supt. of Parks Visit Sunset Knoll Recreation Center and join the Lombard Park District for this Don Rogers, Treasurer free event full of activities for tots, preschoolers to age 8 and their families! Enjoy arts & crafts, pony rides and more!

Windy City Sports Trip Enjoy an exciting sports trip with your friends and the Teen Club staff! Grades 6 Potawatomi Bingo & - 10 can see the Bulls play the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, March 15 from Casino 5 - 10 p.m. or watch the Blackhawks play the Florida Panthers on Wednesday, Calling all gamers! Here is your March 23 from 5:30 - 10:30. The bus will board at Sunset Knoll Recreation Center. Space is limited so make sure you register today! opportunity to play BINGO or hit the slots and tables! We will travel Band Night to Milwaukee on board a deluxe If you’re a fan of a local high school band, we’ve got a musical alternative for motor coach! The trip includes six you. Come on out to Band Night with your friends on Friday, March 11 from 7 - 10 p.m. at the Lombard Community Building and support our local bands! hours of gaming, all you can eat buffet, $5 gaming voucher with Grades 9 - 12 can sign up to perform, or just stop by and listen. It’s a small ﬁ ve 25 points earned and round trip dollar fee for a full night of music! transportation. We depart from If you wish to perform, contant Matt at (630) 620-7322 or email info@ Sunset Knoll Recreation Center lombardparks.com for more information. at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, March 8.

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(630) 620-7322 t l Lombard Egg Hunt Kids ages 10 and under can celebrate spring with an egg hunt on Saturday, March 9 at 10:30 and 11 a.m. at Lombard Common. Participants will be divided by age group and search for eggs and prizes. Eggs will contain candy (some candy may have peanut ingredients), small toys and even some prize tickets to redeem after the hunt! Parents are asked to accompany children, but not to assist in the collecting. Registration is required. You will receive a postcard prior to the event. Please bring the card with you to assist in the check-in process. After the hunt stay for ... Lunch with the Bunny! Lunch tastes better with the bunny! Mr. Bunny will visit Lombard Common for the Egg Hunt and then join families for some food, which includes a meal, refreshments and a dessert. Each child receives a complimentary photo. Registration is required.

In-Person Registration Sunset Knoll Recreation Center YYouthouth SpringSpring SoccerSoccer Planning a birthday party can be fun and easy with the Lombard GGirlsirls SSoftballoftball Park District! Party space is available at Sunset Knoll Recreation Center on Fridays from 6 - 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. - noon. The Lombard Park District will set-up and decorate the birthday room, prepare games, activities and prizes, and most importantly, Saturday, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. – noon clean-up after the party! All you need to bring is a cake! Popular themes are available, such as Transformers, dinosaurs, Hannah Sign-up for Spring Soccer or Girls Softball at an In-Person Montana and much, much more! An optional magic show and Registration event for your chance to ask questions and pottery project are available for an additional fee. meet the program manager. Registration is still available A 20% depositdep is required 7 days prior to the event. Cancellations online, by mail and at Sunset Knoll Recreation Center. made lessles than 48 hours prior to the event will forfeit deposit. Residents: $175 for 15 children Nonresidents: $200 for 15 children RRegistrationegistration DDeadlineeadline iiss MMarcharch 55!! Each additional child is $12 ToTo sschedulechedule a partpar y, call (630) 620-7322

February/March 2011 11 LOMBARD PARK DISTRICT WWW.LOMBARDPARKS.COM Are You Ready for Golf Golf Conditioning Season? We Are! Join the Western Acres golf pro, Mark Heading, as he assesses your grip, Despite the weather issues we swing and stance in preparation for experienced this past season we will the coming golf season. He will give you pointers that will improve your NOW HIRING! be ready to go! So don’t count us game, making golf more enjoyable for The Lombard Park District is out yet. Check www.lombardparks. you. He will teach you stretching and looking to fill summer positions com or www.westernacres.com for strengthening exercises that will help at Paradise Bay Water Park. protect you from injury. Bring your Applications are currently being various information and programs. own clubs or clubs will be provided. accepted for the following This one-day clinic is available on positions: Tuesday, March 1 from 7 – 8 p.m. and Thursday, March 3 from 7 – 8 p.m. Registration is required. SWIM LESSON INSTRUCTORS LIFEGUARDS-IN-CHARGE LIFEGUARDS Bags Tournament CONCESSIONS STAFF Grab a partner and get ready for some exciting bags action on Saturday, March 12 from Noon – 5 p.m. at the Lombard Community Building! Teams CONCESSIONS of two will compete in this double elimination tournament. Cash prizes will be MANAGER awarded. Must be 21 years of age or older. Registration is required. GUEST SERVICES Golden Yoga CASHIERS Seniors ages 55 and older can Senior Fitness enjoy the afternoon gently opening Not a morning person? This and strengthening the body on exercise class is for you if you are To see complete position Tuesdays from 3/22 – 5/24 from a senior age 55 or older! Maintain descriptions including dates, 3 – 3:45 p.m. at the Lombard fl exibility and physical fi tness hours, wage, qualifications and Community Building! Yoga can while gently strengthening and duties, or for more information, be practiced by anyone — and stretching the body on Mondays visit www.lombardparks.com or anywhere! This class will focus from 3/21 – 5/23 from 3 – 3:45 call (630) 953-2370. on standing postures and we will p.m. at the Lombard Community spend minimal time practicing Building. This class will use light fl oor postures. This class also weights and will have a format incorporates breathing exercises that includes warm-up and cool and fi nal relaxation. Bring your down. Keep moving and improve mat, some water, comfortable your fi tness level with this early clothes and a smile! Registration afternoon exercise. Registration is is required. required.

12 The Pride HELEN PLUM LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Library Hours Cynthia Ward, President Wayne Kankovsky Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Virginia Carlson, Vice President Gary Brenniman Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Linnea Warda, Treasurer Kristine Johnson Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Susan Wiggins, Secretary Robert A. Harris, Director Th e 10 “Secrets” to Getting Your Book Successfully Green Readin’ Published Book Discussions about the Environment Saturday, March 12, 2:00 – 4:00 PM Add some color to the winter months by joining a So you’ve got a great idea for a book. Maybe you even have a discussion of current environmental issues. Helen Plum manuscript that you believe is ready to go. Now what? Library, in partnership with the Sierra Club, will be hosting Author and publisher (Questmarc Publishing) Brett Nicholaus a series of three book discussions. Read the books and join and literary agent Joe Durepos bring their enthusiastic personalities one or all three of the informal, yet intelligent discussions. and highly insightful publishing knowledge to this program while Sunday, February 27, 2:00 PM providing a truly rare opportunity for participants to learn from A Walk in the Woods: a successful literary agent and a national bestselling author at the Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail same time. by Bill Bryson Annette Baldwin as Jane Addams Sunday, March 13, 2:00 – 3:00 PM Sunday, March 27, 2:00 PM In Defense of Food: an Eater’s Manifesto Be sure to set your clock forward, because you won’t want to miss by Michael Pollan Annette Baldwin’s portrayal of this extraordinary social reformer, labor/ women’s rights advocate and Nobel Peace Prize recipient. Sunday, April 17, 2:00 PM In 1889 Jane Addams and Ellen Gates Starr founded Hull House, Eaarth: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet a settlement house whose residents and volunteers dedicated by Bill McKibben themselves to improving the squalid conditions and impoverished lives of the diverse community on Chicago’s near wwestest sside.ide. Understanding Today’s Real Estate Market Th ursday, February 3, 7:00 – 8:30 PM Genealogy: Carved in Stone: Family History Research in Cemeterieses Tuesday, March 22, 7:00 – 8:00 PM A panel of experts in today’s real estate market including an attorney, realtor, loan offi cer, home inspector and Cemetery records, both on paper and carved in stone,ne, ccanann pprovideror viv ded title company representative will speak about short sales wonderful data for the family researcher. Cemetery records can and foreclosures. Th is informational session will answer oft en provide information which would never be found in vital questions about selling your home in a short sale, what records (birth/death certifi cates) or newspapers. Learn how to get to do when facing foreclosure, purchasing a short sale or the most from cemetery record cards and gravesites and how to foreclosure as your home or as an investment. Th ere compare and analyze the information through this informative will also be time for Q & A. Th is program is presented presentation. Presenter Craig Pfannkuche is a historical and in collaboration with Harris Bank’s Communityy genealogical researcher who serves on the Board of the Chicago Relationship services. Genealogical Society. Th e Secrets to Starting a Successful Teen Business Andrew Calhoun and Runako Johnson.n. Th ursday, March 24, 7:00 – 8:00 PM “Bound to Go”: Revisiting African Americanerican History Through Song Are you dreaming of running your own business, but don’t know Sunday, February 13, 2:00 – 3:00 PM where to start? During this session you will learn the basics behind entrepreneurship, including goal-setting exercises; low Calhoun and Johnson perform authentic music with cost marketing ideas; writing press releases, and how to get free informative background from the African American folk media coverage. tradition: spirituals, shout songs from the Sea Islands and rare secular folk songs. “Run to Jesus” is the song ADULT SERVICES: Patrons must register for programs unless that fi rst gave Frederick Douglass the notion of escaping otherwise noted. Avoid disappointment by registering in advance. Regrettably, we must cancel events with fewer than the minimum from slavery. number of registrants. Call the Adult Services Department at 630- 627-0316. helenplum.org February/March 2011 13 HELENPLUM.ORG

Sponsored by Th e Friends outh TIME TO READ YYouth s School Year Reading Program for babies-grade 8 of the Helen Plum Library. Service Services August 28, 2010 - May 14, 2011 Registration is ongoing in Youth Services. Helen Plum Library cards are required for registration or tickets unless the event is designated as a drop-in event. Sign up to participate in Time to Read and earn free paperback books and embroidered patches or stickers! Th is is an independent, self-paced program. LEGO® TRAIN WEEKEND We provide a book log; you track your reading progress! Drop-in family event for all ages Stop by Youth Services for more details, to register, or to redeem rewards.

Saturday, February 26 9:30 am-4:30 pm Participation levels include: Sunday, February 27 1-4 pm Read-With-Me (Birth-K) ● Beginning Readers (Grades 1-3) ● Independent Readers (Grades 4-8)

Th e Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club is bringing its amazing display to SPRING STORYTIMES WHAT’S THE BIG IDEA? Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers Grades K & 1 Plum Library. Drop-in and watch trains zoom by cities and villages. See if you March 22 - April 22 (5 weeks) Wednesdays, March 23-April 20 at 4:15 pm Registration begins Saturday, March 5 recognize some familiar buildings - all In-person registration begins Saturday, March 5 made out of LEGO® bricks! Prepare Phone-in registration begins Sunday, March 6 Children learn by doing! to be amazed by the skill and creativity We will combine stories, books, Space is limited in these popular storytimes, you will witness at this one of a kind and hands-on activities to promote and some sessions fill up very quickly, so experience. Th is is an event you won’t early learner math, science, and plan to register early! Children age 3 may want to miss! literacy skills. Th is program be registered for either Littlest or Preschool No Registration Needed includes concepts created by Mother Storytime. Children may be registered for 1 Goose Programs with funding provided by storytime session only. the National Science Foundation. Sessions SATURDAY STORIES will run for 30-45 minutes. Drop-in family storytimes Littlest Storytime Birth to age 3, with a caregiver Registration Required Saturday, February 12 at 10 am and Saturday, March 12 at 10 am Tuesdays, March 22-April 19 at 10 am or Wednesdays, March 23-April 20 at 10 am or Join us for this new monthly storytime! Fridays, March 25-April 22 at 10 am We’ll share stories, songs, rhymes, and Littlest Storytime features 20 minutes of ROCK ‘EM SOCK ‘EM more for children of all ages. If you’re a stories, music, and movement activities fan of our popular storytimes, mark your PUPPETS followed by 10 minutes of playtime. calendars. See you there! Grades 3-8 Children attend with a participating adult. No Registration Needed Registration Required Th ursday, March 31, 4-5 PM Registration begins Saturday, March 12 Preschool Storytime Has the sock monster been visiting you? STORIES TO GROW ON Ages 3-5, not yet in Kindergarten Drop-in Family Storytimes Have you been left with single socks Tuesdays, March 22-April 19 at 10 am or instead of pairs? Use your unmatched Monday Evenings at 7 pm Wednesdays, March 23-April 20 at 10 am sock to make a sock puppet! Children are Th ursday Mornings at 9:30 am Stories, songs, and rhymes are just part of invited to bring in a clean, single long sock Winter continues: February 7-24 the fun during these 30-minute sessions for and create a sock puppet . You can use your Spring: March 21-April 21 preschool children. Parents or accompanying imagination and go wild and crazy with adults wait in the Library while children your creation! Winter or Spring, the Library is the place attend this storytime. Registration Required to be for our popular family storytimes! Registration Required We’ll share stories, songs, rhymes, and more for children of all ages. No registration needed

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CRAZY CRAFTS! MOVIE MANIA Drop-in Craft Day for all ages Drop-in Family Movie Days Wednesday, March 2 at 10 or 11 am Youth Services will feature family fi lms on the Plum Auditorium large screen. Light We will provide an assortment of craft snacks will be provided. Children age 8 and materials, you provide the creativity, and under must be accompanied by an adult. make a project of your choice. Don’t miss no registration needed T e nS the hands-on fun. e No registration needed Monday, March 28 at 3 pm Meet Ramona and her big sister Beezus. Teen Tie-Dye CELEBRATE THE DAY Ramona’s endless ability to find adventure, Friday, February 11, 4-5 PM For grades 6 and up Drop-in Craft Days for all ages fun and even a little mischief charms almost everyone she meets. Beezus, on the other Express yourself by making your own Get in the spirit at these special craft days! hand, sometimes find her sister a little bit We will have everything you need on hand tie-dye T-shirt! Bring a clean white tiresome. Can these two team together to cotton T-shirt and wear something that to make your own holiday creations. help their family? No Registration Needed can get messy. We will supply the paint. Aft er you fi nish with your T-shirt, stop Valentine’s Day and have some pizza on us! Registration Monday, February 14 at 10 or 11 am BOOKCHATTER Drop-in Book Club begins in Adult Services beginning Who is your Valentine? Drop by the Saturday, January 22. library for some holiday fun. BookChatter, is a kids’ book discussion group. Copies of the book will be available St. Patrick’s Day Tuesday, March 15 at 10 or 11 am at the circulation desk. Read the book before the meeting and plan to share your thoughts. GETTING EXCITED Celebrate the luck of the Irish and join us We will even provide a snack! ABOUT SCIENCE for some festive fun! You are sure to find No registration needed Families with children ages 5 and up something green at this craft session. Event: Friday, March 18 at 7 pm A Whole Nother Story Free tickets beginning February 26 by Dr. Cuthbert Soup Tuesday, February 15, 6-7:30 pm Get ready for this fast paced science show! Grade 4 and up Steve Belliveau will use props and experiments to explore the fabulous world Griff Carver, Hallway Patrol oof science. Dramatic and surprising by Jim Krieg demonstrations will explain principles of Friday, March 11, 4-5 pm magnetism and electricity, chemistry, simple Grade 5 and up machines, and much more. Tickets Required

TWIST ‘N’ SHOUT Families with children of all ages Event: Friday, April 15 at 7 pm MAGICAL BALLOON-DUDE DALE Free tickets beginning March 26 Families with children of all ages Aloha! Come celebrate all things Hawaiian Friday, February 18 at 7 pm Free Tickets beginning February 5 with Holly Nagel! Hear some traditional Hawaiian stories, learn some Hawaiian words, Are you ready to be amazed? Balloon-Dude Dale Obrochta will captivate you with master Hula gestures, and play Hawaiian his impressive balloon designs and is sure to make you laugh! Dale mixes comedy, rhythm instruments. You will learn Hula dance music, and balloon artistry to create a unique one-man show. Th is is sure to be a fun moves and even see some traditional costumes! night at Helen Plum - don’t miss this one-of-a-kind show! Tickets Required Tickets Required

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O G PAID SINCE 1869 LOMBARD, IL PERMIT NO. 22 The ofﬁ cial publication of the Village of Lombard, © 2011 www.villageoﬂ ombard.org What’s Inside? ECRWSS Lombard Most Progressive In Water Conservation RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Details, page 1.

February 6-12 is Burn Awareness Week Scalds continue to be the leading concern of burns in North America. Find out more on page 3.

Less Time To Purchase Vehicle Stickers The renewal window to purchase vehicle stickers has been reduced to 45 days. Find out more on page 7. Lombard Scores High in Water Conservation (Continued from page 1) in both the DuPage Water Commis- include a rain barrel grant program message about water conservation. sion as well as the Chicago Metro- that reimburses residents up to $40/ Its aim is also to provide all DuPage politan Agency for Planning efforts barrel for a rain barrel. Many edu- Water Commission customers with is the education of the public and cational pamphlets and booklets are the tools needed to be good conser- youth on water conservation. The also available by request. vation stewards. Village of Lombard offers materi- Anyone interested in water con- Highlights of the survey include als regarding water conservation as servation may contact Public Works the fact that communities survey well as tours of facilities by request. or check on the Village’s website at water customers, perform system Lombard’s education efforts www.villageofl ombard.org. water audits, leak detection and repairs, and have public information From The President’s Desk and school education programs. The (Continued from page 2) Village-wide initiative to address Village of Lombard is committed to offi cials and business leaders. What the need to provide healthy living its conservation efforts, according to is in the plan and how will it affect alternatives for our community. Get Podesta. Lombard? These questions will be healthy, get active, and learn the One of the fundamental strategies answered as staff reviews the plan facts. Check the program out on the Upcoming Election and reports to the Village Board. web at http://healthylombard.cloud- At the April 5, 2011 election, As we begin our budget process profi le.com/ voters in Districts 2, 4 & 5 will elect for the coming year I want to assure Trustees to serve a four year term of you that staff will be called upon Sincerely, With Lombard Pride, offi ce and the advisory referendum once again to fi nd even more effi - for term limits will be on the ballot ciencies in order to keep costs under as well for all voters. The last day control and at the same time contin- for voter registration is March 8. ue to provide excellent service with Questions? Call Denise Kalke at pride to our residents. William “BILL” J. Mueller (630) 620-5913. “Healthy Lombard” is a new Lombard Village President