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VILLAGE OF Mundelein Incorporated in 1909 VILLAGE OF 300 Plaza Circle PRSRT STD Mundelein, IL 60060 U.S. POSTAGE Phone: 847-949-3200 PAID Fax: 847-949-0143 MUNDELEIN, IL MundeleinINSIDER Email: [email protected] PERMIT NO. 81 Incorporated in 1909 Website: www.mundelein.org Village Hall Hours: M-F 8 a.m. -5 p.m. SUMMER 2019 Message From the Mayor INSIDE Happy summertime to everyone. After a more appropriate ECRWSS THIS EDITION record wet spring, hopefully we will have a uses. Funding nice warm summer so that we can all enjoy comes from rolling Postal Customer the community events and activities that bonds over and Mundelein Hosts Mundelein, IL 60060 make Mundelein such a wonderful place staying within our Groundbreaking Ceremony to live and raise a family. bonding capacity to Commence Construction so that resident on New Public Works and Here is a quick overview of a few projects taxpayers feel no Engineering Complex and Mundelein happenings: additional impact.

Community Days Mundelein’s Mundelein’s Comprehensive Mundelein’s Community Days starts Comprehensive Plan Update—An Overview Thursday, July 4th with the fireworks Plan Update extravaganza that evening. This festival A few months ago we hired Kimley- Mundelein Fire Chief Provides continues to live up to its reputation as Horn, a planning and design engineering Important Information on one of the best in Lake County and this firm consultant, to update Mundelein’s Outdoor Warning Sirens year promises to be great once again! Comprehensive Plan—a strategy document A complete schedule of Mundelein focused on land use including future Community Days’ events is in this commercial and residential development. AMA Presents Government newsletter. Every year this is our most Kimley-Horn consultants have reviewed Service Award to attended event and a wonderful way to our existing plan from 2011, collected new Mundelein Police Chief celebrate Independence Day with your demographic and market data, and have family and friends. Thank you to the entire met with the public at an open house in May. Mundelein’s Annual Water Mundelein Community Days’ Commission Working with our staff and some trustees, Quality Report Now Available for your commitment to making this festival they have established visions and goals for the best it can possibly be! I look forward the entire village and are in the process of to View to seeing everyone there. preparing an updated plan. The findings of Mundelein’s updated Comprehensive Plan Shop Local! Public Works and Engineering Complex will be discussed at an upcoming public Mundelein Farmers Market Groundbreaking meeting, still to be determined. A sincere Now Open for the Season In an effort to consolidate all of the Public thanks to staff and community members Works and Engineering (PW&E) into who have been involved in this important Village of Mundelein one centralized location and to relocate planning process. existing public works offices and facilities 2019 Community Days out of the downtown area, we recently Farmer’s Market—PLEASE VISIT! Schedule—Look Inside! broke ground on construction of a new Please note that our Farmers Market moved public works and engineering complex, to a new location this year—Park and located at 801 Allanson Road, west of Seymour Streets in Downtown Mundelein. Washington Street. This project transitions The Farmers Market takes place on Fridays us out of three downtown properties, from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Special thanks and making way for their redevelopment into continued on page 14 Village of Mundelein

GOVERNOR’S HOMETOWN MUNDELEIN HIGH SCHOOL—TOP 100 RECIPIENT NEW URBANISM MUNDELEIN VILLAGE AWARD WINNER PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL IN ILLINOIS CNU MERIT AWARD FOR ADMINISTRATOR—2017 PLANNING MASTER REDEVELOPMENT ADVOCATE AWARD RECIPIENT, TOP 100 SAFEST CITIES IN AMERICA— MUNDELEIN PARKS AND RECREATION IMPLEMENTATION PLAN AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION– RANKED 44 DISTRICT—ILLINOIS DISTINGUISHED ILLINOIS CHAPTER (APA-IL) ACCREDITED AGENCY MOODY’S AA2 RATING— 10 BEST CHICAGO SUBURBS THIRD HIGHEST GRADE FOR REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY FOR YOUNG COUPLES CALEA ACCREDITED—THE GOLD FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (RTA) COMMUNITY PLANNING STANDARD IN PUBLIC SAFETY 10 BEST CHICAGO SUBURBS IMPLEMENTATION SUCCESS STORY ACCREDITATION RECIPIENT OF SUNSHINE AWARD FOR FAMILIES FOR GOVERNMENT TRANSPARENCY MundeleinINSIDER SUMMER 2019

Mundelein Hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony to Commence Construction on New Public Works and Engineering Complex

In an effort to consolidate all of the Public Works and Police Headquarters and the Mundelein Fire Department’s Engineering (PW&E) into one centralized location and to headquarters about 20 years ago will be paid off this year. relocate existing public works offices and facilities out of the downtown area, Village of Mundelein officially broke “Modern public works and engineering facilities are models ground on construction of a new $23 million public works of efficiency. We are very enthusiastic about this project and and engineering complex, located at 801 Allanson Road, we feel confident this complex is positioned to serve the west of Washington Street. community well and is poised for future growth,” said Steve Lentz, Mayor. The new facility is located on a 21-acre site, which includes all PW&E functions such as maintenance, vehicle storage, The current public works headquarters is at 440 E. Crystal road materials storage, and administrative offices. St., on the southern end of Mundelein’s downtown district. Additional public works offices are elsewhere in Part of the facility will utilize an existing 26,000-square-foot town. Mundelein officials want to leave the Crystal Street office building formerly occupied by Natus Medical, a medical compound to free up the land for redevelopment. manufacturing company. This new, consolidated facility replaces three former facilities which were geographically Key Features of the New Public Works and Engineering separated and functionally obsolete, thus streamlining Complex Include: operations and allowing for more efficient service delivery. • 21-acre site • Nearly 3 acres of covered storage “We are very pleased to officially begin construction on • 26,000 square foot office space for 43 employees this state-of-the-industry Public Works and Engineering • 76,000 square foot garage space storing 85 pieces complex. This project transitions us out of three of of equipment downtown properties, making way for more appropriate • On-site salt building for storing 3,000 tons of salt use. It is very exciting to be involved in the single largest • On-site fueling station for all Village vehicles project in Mundelein’s history,” said Adam Boeche, Director • New vehicle maintenance shop with 6 bays and 3 lifts of Public Works and Engineering. • Construction of a one million gallon detention pond to hold stormwater In 2018, Mundelein purchased the 3-acre Natus Medical property in anticipation of this long-range plan for the complex. The site will be combined with an adjoining 17- acre village-owned property. Repurposing the Natus building instead of erecting something entirely new will save money.

In addition to remodeling the ofﬁce building, an equipment storage building, a salt storage building and a fueling station will be built. Anticipated completion date is summer 2020.

According to Mundelein ofﬁcials, funding will generate from a loan and water and sewer revenue. Neither property tax rates nor utility rates will increase beyond current levels, because loans that funded the construction of the Mundelein

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Shop Local! PHONE Mundelein Farmers Market Now Open NUMBERS for the Season (All area codes are 847 unless otherwise noted) The 2019 Mundelein Farmers Market, organized and hosted by Mundelein Community Connection, opened on June 14 and will continue through Village Hall ...... 949-3200 September 27 every Friday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Park and Seymour Mayor Steve Lentz ...... 949-3209 Streets. Please note the new location! This year, 23 vendors are Village Administrator’s Office participating in this great community initiative. Many of the vendors are John Lobaito ...... 949-3225 crowd pleasers and have been with the market since it began in 2011. Assistant Village Administrator Special thanks to Market Manager, Gary Gunther for his tireless efforts Peter Vadopalas ...... 949-3226 behind the scenes to ensure a great Mundelein market. Please stop by to Building Department ...... 949-3283 show your appreciation for his efforts. Director Peter Schubkegel, Sr. Community Development Department 949-3282 Please support your 2019 Mundelein Farmers Market Vendors: Director Amanda Orenchuk o Angela’s Bakery & Delights o Apple Holler Customer Service Office ...... 949-3283 o Bike Attic o Carla’s Snacks Finance Department o Cheese People o Cutler Workwear Director Doug Haywood ...... 949-3246 o Dave’s Sharpening o Goblin Gardens Water Billing ...... 949-3245 o Independent Color Street Stylist o Journey to Greendom Public Works/Engineering Department o Lakebilly Pies o Mavra Greek Oils o Melton Foods o Nana’s Rum Cakes Director Adam Boeche ...... 949-3270 o Pampered Chef o Princeeola’s Treats Police Department o Rollicking Buckaroo Pepper Jam o Suburban Sprouts Farms Public Safety Director Eric Guenther (Police & Fire) o Tastefully Simple o Tighthead Emergency ...... 9-1-1 o Tony Cannoli o Treat Diva Non-Emergency & TTY ...... 968-4600 o Tropical Chill Ice Cream Truck Fire Department Fire Chief Bill Lark For more information on the Mundelein Farmers Market please visit: Emergency ...... 9-1-1 www.mundeleincommunityconnection.org or contact Gary Gunther, Market Non-Emergency ...... 949-3260 Manager, at 847-867-6628 or by email: [email protected]. Non-Emergency TTY ...... 949-3262 Trustee Dawn Abernathy ...... 393-7918 Trustee Scott Black ...... 845-7350 Message From the Mayor (cont.) Trustee Robin Meier ...... 949-5347 Trustee Bill Rekus ...... 691-5606 acknowledgement to Market Manager Gary Gunther who works tirelessly Trustee Kerston Russell ...... 505-5501 behind the scenes throughout the year and on every market day to ensure Trustee Raymond Semple ...... 566-0835 a good market. Please visit our Farmers Market often throughout the summer months (through September 27) so that Mundelein can continue to host this community initiative. The vendors are counting on us! Mundelein Insider is a publication of: The Village of Mundelein Mundelein’s Weekly E-Newsletter—Sign-Up Today! 300 Plaza Circle, Mundelein, IL 60060 Once a week, Village staff produces an E-newsletter, Mundelein Village Hall Hours M-F 8 a.m.—5 p.m. Connection, filled with timely information about Mundelein news, events, Copyright 2018 and happenings. I encourage you to sign-up to receive this newsletter to (No reproduction without permission and credit line) your inbox as it is a great way to stay informed about everything related to Mundelein. To sign-up, simply send your email address to: info@ Mayor Steve Lentz mundelein.org. Village Clerk Sol Cabachuela Trustees Dawn Abernathy, Kara Lambert, Time Out for Summer Robin Meier, Kerston Russell, Our summer passes quickly, so please make time to visit Diamond Lake, Erich Schwenk, Raymond Semple our extensive bike trails, Barefoot Bay Water Park, Park on Park, the Summer Concert series, and our gorgeous golf courses…to name just a Village Administrator John Lobaito few! Please visit our website for complete details on all of Mundelein’s Assistant Administrator Peter Vadopalas summer festivities and offerings. Enjoy the season! Editor Dawn Jenich Steve Lentz Mayor 14 3 MundeleinINSIDER SUMMER 2019

Mundelein’s Comprehensive Plan Update— Mundelein’s Annual Water Quality Report An Overview Now Available to View

The Village of Mundelein is in the process of updating its o Shifting demographics impact needs and expectations The Village of Mundelein Water Division is pleased to Comprehensive Plan – a long-range planning document for issues ranging from housing to recreation (for present to residents this year’s Annual Water Quality Report. that serves as a decision-making guide for the Mayor, example, the number of residents 50 years of age or This report summarizes the quality of water that the Village Trustees, Planning and Zoning Commission, and staff. It older grew by 93% since 2000). provided last year, including details about where your water is essentially a blueprint for the future of Mundelein as o Seniors and young professionals, two age comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to it establishes the community’s vision, identifies goals demographics projected to grow the most in the next standards set by regulatory agencies. We are committed to and objectives, and communicates the policies and 16 years, both favor higher levels of multi-family providing the highest level of professional services to meet implementation steps. The Comprehensive Plan covers housing. While Mundelein is in line with Lake County, our residents’ needs now and for future generations. topics such as: land use, transportation infrastructure, preparation can occur to anticipate demand. economic development, community culture and identity, The Village of Mundelein’s Water Quality Report is available parks and open space, and more. Public Outreach—To Date to view online. This report contains important information • The primary treatment facility Central Lake County Joint o Diamond Lake specific Open House on March 19, 2019 about the source and quality of Mundelein’s water during Action Water Agency (CLCJAWA) from which Mundelein To review additional information on the Village of Mundelein’s o Comprehensive Plan Open House on May 21, 2019 2018. To view the 2019 Annual Water Quality Report online, receives its water, has won the prestigious “Excellence in Comprehensive Plan Update, please visit: www.mundelein. o Combined attendance of about 190 residents and please go to the Village of Mundelein website: Water Treatment Award” for 13 consecutive years with org/CompPlanUpdate. stakeholders http://waterquality.mundelein.org only 3 other utilities in the nation accomplishing this feat. • Mundelein was in full compliance with State and Federal Why Update the Comprehensive Plan from 2011? Next Steps in the Planning Process Here are a few quick facts about Mundelein’s water supply: drinking water regulations in 2018. • The Village of Mundelein has arguably the highest water • Mundelein’s water is checked for over 300 contaminants. o The Comprehensive Plan Update will help the Village o All public input has been received and is being plan appropriately for the needs of the population quality in the country due to access to a fresh water • The vast majority of contaminants were undetectable or processed…Thank you to those who provided feedback. source—Lake Michigan. at a zero level. over the next decade. o Consultants Kimley Horn and staff will draft and refine the o Shopping habits have changed because of the rise in plan, with approval planned for late summer, 2019 e-commerce.

What is a Comprehensive Plan? Planning Process

The Comprehensive Plan is the blueprint for the future of Mundelein. It Community Survey establishes the vision for the community, identiﬁes goals and objectives, and 2017 APR ! Resident opinions of Village services communicates the policies and implementation steps. It is a decision-making ! Perceptions of the Village’s image and appearance tool used by Village staff, Planning and Zoning Commission, Village Board, ! Impact of the Village’s recent rebranding and the developmentlop community. ty. 2018 APR Steering Committee Input #1 Community Culture JUN and Identity Stakeholder Interviews Housing Outlines strategies to Steering Committee Input #2 communicate and enhance the Deﬁnes existing and Village’s unique identity and future housing needs culture. in the community SEPT Steering Committee Input #3

Community NOV Facilities and Economic Community Outreach Village Services Village of Development ! Mundelein Business Alliance Deﬁnes the standards Mundelein Promotes a sustainable for community facilities economic base and and Village services, and Vision local employment outlines future investments 2019 FEB opportunities. to provide a high quality of Steering Committee Input #4 life for residents.

MAR Community Outreach Parks and Transportation ! Diamond Lake Subarea Workshop Open Space and Mobility ! Park & Recreation Department Review Guides planning for parks, Deﬁnes multimodal open space, trails, and transportation framework MAY environmental resources in to support mobility options Community Outreach the Village. for users of all ages and ! Community Open House abilities.

JUNE and Beyond Plan Review, Reﬁnement, and Approval

Village of Mundelein Village of Mundelein 4 Comprehensive Plan Open House Comprehensive Plan Open House Improvements since 2011 Plan: Snapshot

MundeleinINSIDER SUMMER 2019 BUSINESS Take Note— INCENTIVE GRANT Village Reminders–Notes–Accolades (BIG)

Summer Lawn Sprinkling Summer Curfew Reminder Like Us on Facebook! Improvements since 2011 Plan: Development Policy Improvements since 2011 Plan: ! New Village Hall ! New Zoning Ordinance Restrictions Now in Place and Guidelines The Mundelein Police Snapshot ! Public Works Relocation Progress ! New Sign Ordinance In a community effort to conserve Snapshot ! Hawley Lake Plaza Renovation ! Incentive Policy Now that schools are out for the Department is on ! Relocation of industrial uses out of the Downtown ! Business Incentive Grant (BIG) Program water, the Village implements a summer, here is a friendly reminder Facebook! Throughout lawn sprinkling restriction from May- about the village’s curfew ordinance. the year, we host a September. Watering is permitted Curfew hours for children under 17 variety of family between 5-10 a.m. or 6-11 p.m. East of years old are Sunday - Thursday from community BUSINESS Route 45 on even calendar days and BUSINESS 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. and Saturday and events, academies, and classes that are INCENTIVE GRANT west of Route 45 on odd calendar days. Sunday from Midnight to 6 a.m. In all advertised on our Facebook page. INCENTIVE GRANT Outdoor water use is allowed through a addition, drivers under 18 may not Please be sure to “Like” our page and (BIG)(BIG) hose with a shut-off nozzle throughout operate a motor vehicle between the get the inside scoop on events, safety the restriction season. Newly planted hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Sunday tips, and other important news! landscaping may be watered at through Thursday, and between 11 https://www.facebook.com/#!/ Development Policy Mobility Branding & Beautification Development Policy ! Overpass Planning ! New Village Brand & Logo any time on the day of installation. pages/Mundelein-Police- ! New Village Hall ! New Zoning Ordinance p.m. and 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. ! ! ! Maple Avenue Path ! Banner Program ! Public New Works Village Relocation Hall Progress ! New New Sign Zoning Ordinance Ordinance Thereafter, newly planted landscaping ! ! ! Midlothian & Hawley Off-Street Trails ! Gateway Monument Signage Department/187781837900042 ! Hawley Public Lake Works Plaza Relocation Renovation Progress ! Incentive New Sign Policy Ordinance ! Hawley Lake Plaza Renovation ! Incentive Policy ! Opening up views to Diamond Lake may be watered on any day, but only ! Relocation of industrial uses out of the Downtown ! Business Incentive Grant (BIG) Program ! Relocation of industrial uses out of the Downtown ! Business Incentive Grant (BIG) Program during the permitted hours for up to Village of Mundelein three weeks from date of planting. Like It? Lock It! Comprehensive Plan Open House Host a Neighborhood The Mundelein Police Department encourages residents to be mindful Watch Meeting Groot Offers Free Service to of important security measures to The Mundelein Police Department Dispose of Old TV’s be taken in neighborhoods, homes is setting up Neighborhood Watch and automobiles. Residents must be Meetings for the summer months. Serving Excellence in Mundelein for 60 years MORALES PLUMBING Please take note… diligent in locking up cars, garages, Please call 847-968-4600 and ask for 24 Hours Service • 7 Days A Week Commercial & Residential • $10 Off If you need to and residences. Do not leave laptops, the Crime Prevention Office if you are Mobility Branding & Beautification ! MobilityOverpass Planning ! BrandingNew Village Brand & Beautification& Logo Experts On Repairs dispose of an old ! Overpass Planning ! New Village Brand & Logo Ladislao Morales cell phones and other expensive interested in hosting or attending. ! Maple Avenue Path ! Banner Program Water Mains • Fire Hydrants • Water Services ! Maple Avenue Path ! Banner Program television, please ! Midlothian & Hawley Off-Street Trails ! Gateway Monument Signage Cell: 847-219-3404 Water Main Valves • Fire Restoration equipment in your automobile which ! ! Midlothian & Hawley Off-Street Trails ! OpeningGateway up Monument views to Diamond Signage Lake 847-837-1298 Shower Valves • Water Heaters • Sewer Repair call Groot Disposal would be visible to the passerby. Be ! Opening up views to Diamond Lake Clean Outs • Rodding • Sewer Rodding 847-693-2700, Village of Mundelein Ricardo Morales sure to report any suspicious behavior Village of Mundelein Auger Toilets • Kitchen Drain Cleaning 24 hours prior to Tuesday of each 23 W. Maple • (847) Comprehensive566-4300 Plan Open House Cell: 224-433-9848 or people in your neighborhood. 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Mundelein Fire Chief Provides Important Information on Outdoor Warning Sirens

When dangerous storms travel through the Mundelein area, 3) Why can’t I hear the outdoor the storms have the potential to cause extensive damage. warning sirens inside my However, because of the tornadoes unpredictability and house? sudden appearance, providing advanced warning to The sirens are an outdoor residents, may not always be possible. Please keep in mind warning system designed though, if you hear the outdoor warning siren, immediately only to alert those who seek shelter and tune into a local radio or television station are outside that something for further information. dangerous is approaching.

Mundelein has eight outdoor warning sirens strategically 4) How can I get alerts when I’m at located throughout the village. Siren activation is made work or inside my house? by personnel at the dispatch center. Please keep in mind, For indoor alerts, every home or business should have outdoor warning sirens are designed to alert people who a NOAA Weather Radio All-Hazards. The NOAA Weather are outdoors to seek shelter. The sirens are not designed to Radio is like a smoke detector for severe weather. It can alert people who are already indoors. wake you up when a warning is issued for your area so that you can take appropriate action. There are also If possible, please try to avoid calling the police department smart phone Apps that can provide similar information. or the ﬁre department about the sirens. In the midst of storm activity, the storm team is extremely busy and they will not be 5) Why don’t the outdoor warning sirens sound an all-clear able to tell you little more than you already know or can learn signal? through a weather radio, local radio, and television stations. People should be indoors and monitoring local media for updates on the storm. For complete information, visit the Ready Illinois website. https://www2.illinois.gov/ready/pages/default.aspx 6) Will the outdoor warning sirens warn me of every dangerous storm? Frequently Asked Questions about The safest approach is to be proactive and use all of the Outdoor Warning Sirens: information available to protect yourself and your family 1) What does it mean when I hear the outdoor warning from threatening weather. Nothing can replace common sirens? sense. If a storm is approaching, the lightning alone is The siren is intended to inform residents that something a threat. Sirens are only one part of a warning system life-threatening is happening and you should go indoors that includes: preparation, NOAA Weather Radio, and and get more information. local media.

2) What should I do when I hear the outdoor warning sirens? 7) When are the tornado sirens tested? When you hear the sirens, go indoors immediately and The Outdoor Warning Sirens are tested at 10 a.m. on the tune into local media to get more information. ﬁrst Tuesday of each month.

Join Us! Cops N’ Bobbers Fishing Derby Fun for the Entire Family

The Mundelein Police Department’s 22nd Annual Cops ‘n’ have your own. There will be a raffle drawing and prizes for Bobbers fishing derby will take place on Saturday, July 13, the biggest fish, smallest fish and the most fish caught. The 2019 from 8 a.m. to Noon at St. Mary’s of the Lake Seminary. event is free and the first 100 children will get a free T-Shirt. Parents bring your kids ages 5 – 13 and their fishing poles and spend the morning fishing and having fun. The derby is Food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed in the park so a great chance for families to have an enjoyable day fishing feel free to bring a picnic lunch. An adult must accompany and interacting with Mundelein Police Department officers. all participants. If you would like more information or to volunteer for this event please contact Officer Rachel The pond will be stocked with sun fish. Bait will be Messina at 847-968-4600 or visit www.mundelein.org/police. provided by the Country Corner store and ILDNR will have a few fishing poles to use if you do not 6 MundeleinINSIDER SUMMER 2019

AMA Presents Government Service Award to 2019 MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS— Mundelein Police Chief Community Days Festival Showcases Best of Mundelein

The American Medical Association (AMA) presented Mundelein Police Chief, Eric Guenther with the Dr. Nathan Mundelein Community Days 2019 opens at Noon on Thursday, July 4 and the magnificent fireworks display will take place Davis Award for Outstanding Government Service. Chief in the evening at approximately 9:30 p.m. As customary, the Community Days Commission has worked tirelessly behind Guenther was selected for the AMA’s top government the scenes to make sure the Mundelein’s Community Days festival exceeds everyone’s expectations. There is something service award for his nationally recognized work to shape a for everyone at Mundelein Days—carnival, fireworks (July 4), parade (July 7), food, music, games, contests, demonstrations, productive, treatment-based response to the opioid abuse displays and lots of kids activities. New activities and events this year include: Sand Art, Community Canvas, Dave DiNaso’s epidemic. Traveling World of Reptiles, Busy Brains Children’s Museum Exhibit, and Get Glam with Glamtique (for children only).

Chief Guenther spearheaded the award-winning “A Way The parade route will travel Division to California to Hawley to MHS. The parade will form in the Metra station parking lot. Out” program, Lake County’s response to the opioid The parade will exit the Metra station on Division Street, proceed west to California, north to Hawley, and abuse crisis, which allows law enforcement to place people west to Mundelein High School. Please take note…Parade organizer Vern Lappe promises this year’s with opioid use disorder into substance abuse treatment contributions have promoted the art and science of medicine parade is certain to delight everyone. He has secured a large number of entries, several fun surprises, programs as an alternative to arrest and prosecution through and the betterment of public health. and he has confirmed the Oscar Mayer wiener mobile will be in the parade and the U.S. Navy’s the criminal justice system. “A Way Out,” which has the premier band from Great Lakes Navy Base. “The parade is going to be amazing this year… participation of several police departments throughout Lake “It was my honor and privilege to accompany Chief Guenther bigger and better than ever,” Lappe promises. County, has created partnerships with every treatment center to Washington D.C. to accept this prestigious award for his in the county, and has changed the relationship between work with the ‘A Way Out’ program. Chief did an exceptional The Miss Mundelein, Junior Miss and Little Miss Mundelein law enforcement and drug users, making departments job representing Mundelein and his acceptance speech Pageants will be held in the auditorium at Mundelein High themselves a starting point in the recovery process. drew applause during the talk and the audience gave School, on Sunday, June 30 at 6:30 p.m. Admission to the him a standing ovation upon completion. In typical Chief pageants is $5 per person, $3 for children under 12. The program realized success immediately when the first Guenther fashion, his comments focused on the victims of patient entered a participating police station just one day the opioid crisis and the good work taking place in the field Mundelein Community Days is well known for booking the best after the program was announced in June 2016. as a result of this groundbreaking program. Chief Guenther’s musical talent for the festival and this year is no exception. humility and passion were on display and on behalf of the A number of popular, high-quality musical acts from around the “When confronted with an opioid epidemic that has entire Village, I was proud to share this moment with him,” Chicagoland area covering all musical styles will perform including: overwhelmed police departments and first responders across said Steve Lentz, Mayor. Radio Heroes (Classic Rock to 90’s Rock), 3 If By Air (Rock & Alternative), the country, Chief Guenther found an innovative solution that Brushville (Country), Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners (Chicago Blues is working for his community and giving people with substance “While it is quite significant that Mundelein is in the national & Southern Rock), ARRA (Classic Rock), Serendipity (60’s/70’s/80’s use disorder a chance at recovery,” said AMA Board Chair spotlight due to Chief Guenther’s groundbreaking work with covers and pop hits), Boy Band Night (The Backstreet Boys, INSYNC, Jack Resneck, Jr., M.D. “‘A Way Out’ is also attacking the the ‘A Way Out’ program, we are most pleased and focused Boys II Men, One Direction) Adam Ezra Group (Roots Rock) and stigma of opioid use disorder, and eliminating the fear of on the lives that are being saved as a result of the help that Chicago Tribute Anthology arrest for a person who is otherwise ready to seek help.” victims of the opioid crisis are receiving. This program is (Chicago Tribute Band). changing lives and saving lives; and for this we are grateful,” Chief Guenther was one of eight honorees chosen this year he added. to receive the Dr. Nathan Davis Award for Outstanding We’ve planned something for Government Service. The award, named for the founding The AMA presented Chief Guenther with the Dr. Nathan everyone at Mundelein father of the AMA, recognizes elected and career officials Davis Award at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. as part of Community Days. It is a in federal, state or municipal service whose outstanding the AMA’s National Advocacy Conference. great community festival for the entire family. Be sure to make this Mundelein Arts Commission Announces Photo Contest extravaganza part of your weekend plans! The Mundelein Arts Commission is once again hosting this year as we launch the contest,” Kirschner said. a photography contest for area shutterbugs. This year’s contest titled, “This is Mundelein,” runs through August All images must be submitted in digital JPEG format. 15 and it is open to all who live or work in Lake County. Photos will be judged by Kirschner, an award-winning local This year’s theme for the contest is “Sunsets and Sunrises photographer, along with members of the Mundelein Arts over Mundelein.” Photographers and photo enthusiasts Commission who are trained in how to judge photography. are encouraged to use their creativity to record the most Cash prizes will be awarded for the top three photos and beautiful or unusual images they can find. the winning photographs will be displayed at the Mundelein JULY 4-7 Village Hall. According to event Chair Stan Kirschner, “We had a large COMPLETE SCHEDULE number of excellent entries in last year’s contest Interested photographers can find a complete set of rules and we look forward to even more participation for the contest at www.mundelein.org/mac. ON NEXT PAGE. 10 7 MundeleinINSIDER SUMMER 2019 THANK YOU TO ALL THOSE WHO HELP MAKE SATURDAY, JULY 6 SUNDAY, JULY 7 MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS POSSIBLE: 9 a.m. Pet Parade & Cute Pet Tricks | Kracklauer Park 7–11:30 a.m. Pancake Breakfast | Main Tent American Legion Post #867 Mundelein Soccer Association Sponsored by Pet Factory Sponsored by Mundelein Fire Association Betty Hurmis Mundelein-Vernon Hills Rotary Club 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Car Show | Santa Maria West Lot 8–11 a.m. Get Glam | Gazebo | Courtesy of Glamtique Bill Chandler O Salon & Spa Hosted by BGV Motor Sports Boy Scout Troop #198 Pine Meadows Golf Course 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Kids Crafts | Activity Tent | Sponsored by Home Depot Century 21 Affiliated Santa Maria del Popolo 2019 10 a.m. Senior Horseshoe Tournament Watermelon Eating Contest Cindy Barr Sol Cabachuela MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS Noon Crystal St. & Lincoln Ave. | Hosted by Bill Chapman Hosted by Mundelein-Vernon Hills Rotary Club Consumers Credit Union Terri Voss DiCarlo’s Liquors Village of Vernon Hills Noon–1 p.m. Police Department K9 Demonstration | Gazebo Noon–3 p.m. Bingo | Main Tent | Sponsored by Knights of Columbus SUNDAY, JUNE 30 El Barrio Restaurant Noon–2 p.m. Police Department Booth | Gazebo Noon–10 p.m. Mundelein Munch Glamtique MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY Little, Junior and Miss Mundelein Pageants 6:30 p.m. Noon–3 p.m. Bingo | Sponsored by Knights of Columbus 1 p.m. McNulty Irish Dancers | Gazebo GLMV Chamber of Commerce DAYS COMMISSION Mundelein High School Home Depot Noon–4 p.m. Busy Brains Children’s Museum Exhibit | Activity Tent 2 p.m. Mundelein Community Days Parade Margaret Resnick, Chair (Admission to pageants is $5 per person, Jeanine Weaver Wally Frasier, American Legion $3 for children under 12) Noon–5 p.m. Monkey Bridge | Sponsored by Boy Scout Troop #198 Sponsored by McDonald’s of Mundelein and Jewel Food Store Representative Noon–11 p.m. Mundelein Munch LaLuzerne & Smith, Ltd. K-9 Playtime Vern Lappe, Parade Chair Keumgang MAA 1 p.m. Horseshoe Tournament | Crystal St. & Lincoln Ave. 2–10 p.m. Carnival (special tickets 2–5 p.m.) Ray Mullen, Parade Co-Chair Knights of Columbus Karrie Newby, Sponsorship Chair THURSDAY, JULY 4 Hosted by Bill Chapman Sponsored by American Legion Post #867 Luke’s of Mundelein Shah Quaiyoom, Music Chair Mundelein Park District’s Freedom Classic 5k/Walk 8 a.m. 1–3 p.m. Face Painting | Courtesy of Mundelein Queens 4 p.m. Juggler/Stilt Walker | Festival Grounds Marilla Millner Kelsey Langeler, Village Liaison Noon–1 p.m. Park District Dancers | Gazebo Sponsored by Chris Burke Engineering 4–5 p.m. Ballet Folklorico | Mainstage McNulty Irish Dancers Jonathan Kellogg, Village Liaison MHS Alumni Club Noon–11 p.m. Mundelein Munch 2–3 p.m. Magician–Magic That Quack’s You Up | Gazebo 5–7 p.m. Adam Ezra Group | Mainstage Mundelein Arts Commission 1–3 p.m. Radio Heroes | Mainstage 2–11 p.m. Carnival | Sponsored by American Legion Post #867 8–10 p.m. Chicago Tribute Anthology Mundelein Business Alliance 1–4 p.m. Balloon Twister | Gazebo 2:30–3:30 p.m. Bags Registration | Tennis Courts Sponsored by Gewalt Hamilton Assoc. Inc. Mundelein CERT Team Mundelein Community Connection 2–11 p.m. Carnival | Sponsored by American Legion Post #867 3–7 p.m. Pony Rides | Crystal Street OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS Mundelein Fire Association DISTRIBUTED BY KLOSS DISTRIBUTORS 4–8 p.m. Fire Engine Rides | Seymour by Tennis Courts Sponsored by Bill’s Pizza & Pub Mundelein Parks & Recreation District Sponsored by Lakeside Recreation Center Petting Zoo | Crystal Street Mundelein Police Department and Consumers Credit Union Sponsored by Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and Groot Industries Mundelein Queens 4:30 p.m. Introduction of Mundelein Pageant Queens 3:30–4:30 p.m. Ho Etsu Taiko Drummers | Gazebo 5–7 p.m. 3 If By Air | Mainstage 4 p.m. Bags Tournament | Tennis Courts Sponsored by MacLean-Fogg Company and Ruprecht 2019 MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS SPONSORS 8:30–11 p.m. Brushville | Mainstage | Sponsored by Alef Sausage Special thanks to all businesses and individuals who help to make Mundelein Community Days a great community event! 9:30 p.m. Fireworks | Sponsored by Tie Mart 4–8 p.m. Fire Engine Rides | Seymour by Tennis Courts Sponsored by Lakeside Recreation Center DIAMOND CONTRIBUTORS BRONZE CONTRIBUTORS Carpets in the Park Tax Lady 1040 Cherokee Printing Taylor Rental and Consumers Credit Union ($4,000+) ($500+) Cutler Work Wear The Carpet Corner Grease Monkey–Beverage Sponsor Ace Hardware of Mundelein FRIDAY, JULY 5 5–7 p.m. Serendipity | Mainstage CTS Group–Beverage Sponsor Action Fence Contractors Deborah Shutter The UPS Store Noon–2 p.m. Sand Art | Gazebo | 7 p.m. Jalapeño Eating Contest | Courtesy of El Barrio’s The Room Place–Beverage Sponsor Behm Enterprises Exclusive Design Center Weston Solutions Cahill Heating & Air Conditioning Exclusive Wood Flooring ZAC Packaging Sponsored by Mundelein Arts Commission 8:30–11 p.m. Boy Band Night | Mainstage PLATINUM CONTRIBUTORS Dover Straits Fairhaven Auto Noon–4 p.m. Chalk Art | Kracklauer Park Parking Lot Sponsored by College of Lake County ($3,000+) HR Green Gustafson Body Shop SPECIAL THANKS TO THE Sponsored by Mundelein Arts Commission Tie Mart K. Hovanian Homes Hoerr Construction, Inc. VIP TENT SPONSORS Greg’s Frozen Custard Kane, McKenna & Associates Home Depot Store #6981 Noon–4 p.m. Community Canvas | Activity Tent DIAMOND SPONSORS GOLD CONTRIBUTORS Rosati’s Pizza Sponsored by Mundelein Arts Commission ($2,000+) KI Martial Arts Hong Kong Chop Suey Hydraulic Services Alef Sausage Mundelein Crossings MUNCH VENDORS Noon–11 p.m. Mundelein Munch Joel Fiorelli State Farm Insurance College of Lake County Shopping Center BBQ Productions John Lucente Barber Shop 2–11 p.m. Carnival | Sponsored by American Legion Post #867 Gewalt Hamilton Engineers Mundelein Foot & Ankle Bill’s Pizza & Pub Kiddy Learning Station Mundelein Community Bank Northfield Block Brothers BBQ 2:30–3:30 p.m. Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles | Gazebo Kristan Funeral Home Northside Community Bank Dairy Queen Taekwondo Demonstration by Keumgang MAA PLATINUM SPONSOR Lake County Vision Care 4:00–5:00 p.m. SILVER CONTRIBUTORS Prime Beef El Barrio Restaurant Lombardo Installations Gazebo ($1,000+) Rust-Oleum El Campeón Piña Colada Bill’s Pizza & Pub Skinners’ Amusements Luke’s of Mundelein 4:00–8:00 p.m. Fire Engine Rides | Seymour by Tennis Courts Lee Concessions MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS EVENTS Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. Sysmex America Mundelein Automotive MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS EVENTS Luke’s of Mundelein Sponsored by Lakeside Recreation Center Mundelein Arts Commision Consumers Credit Union Taco & Burrito Express Mexican Grill Los Magueyes and Consumers Credit Union GOLD SPONSORS Mundelein LGBT Alliance & Allies Groot Industries Mijo’s Authentic Mexican Food Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit COPPER CONTRIBUTORS Muntz Industries 5–7 p.m. Kevin Purcell and the Nightburners | Mainstage Rosati’s Pizza ($100+) Peter Baker & Sons Lakeside Recreation Center Taco & Burrito Express 7 p.m. Hot Dog Eating Contest Accounting Freedom, Inc. Quick Pick Liquors LaLuzerne & Smith, Ltd. Tamales Diana Courtesy of Luke’s of Mundelein Ahlstrand Marine Ray’s Bike & Mower MacLean-Fogg Company 8:30–11 p.m. ARRA | Mainstage McDonald’s of Mundelein Atlas Car Wash RHMG Engineers, Inc. Sponsored by Mundelein Community Bank Pet Factory Bark University Ron’s Mundelein Hobbies Ruprecht Company Bosacki’s Home Brew Shear Paradise Pet Salon 8 9 MundeleinINSIDER SUMMER 2019 THANK YOU TO ALL THOSE WHO HELP MAKE SATURDAY, JULY 6 SUNDAY, JULY 7 MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS POSSIBLE: 9 a.m. Pet Parade & Cute Pet Tricks | Kracklauer Park 7–11:30 a.m. Pancake Breakfast | Main Tent American Legion Post #867 Mundelein Soccer Association Sponsored by Pet Factory Sponsored by Mundelein Fire Association Betty Hurmis Mundelein-Vernon Hills Rotary Club 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Car Show | Santa Maria West Lot 8–11 a.m. Get Glam | Gazebo | Courtesy of Glamtique Bill Chandler O Salon & Spa Hosted by BGV Motor Sports Boy Scout Troop #198 Pine Meadows Golf Course 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Kids Crafts | Activity Tent | Sponsored by Home Depot Century 21 Affiliated Santa Maria del Popolo 2019 10 a.m. Senior Horseshoe Tournament Watermelon Eating Contest Cindy Barr Sol Cabachuela MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS Noon Crystal St. & Lincoln Ave. | Hosted by Bill Chapman Hosted by Mundelein-Vernon Hills Rotary Club Consumers Credit Union Terri Voss DiCarlo’s Liquors Village of Vernon Hills Noon–1 p.m. Police Department K9 Demonstration | Gazebo Noon–3 p.m. Bingo | Main Tent | Sponsored by Knights of Columbus SUNDAY, JUNE 30 El Barrio Restaurant Noon–2 p.m. Police Department Booth | Gazebo Noon–10 p.m. Mundelein Munch Glamtique MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY Little, Junior and Miss Mundelein Pageants 6:30 p.m. Noon–3 p.m. Bingo | Sponsored by Knights of Columbus 1 p.m. McNulty Irish Dancers | Gazebo GLMV Chamber of Commerce DAYS COMMISSION Mundelein High School Home Depot Noon–4 p.m. Busy Brains Children’s Museum Exhibit | Activity Tent 2 p.m. Mundelein Community Days Parade Margaret Resnick, Chair (Admission to pageants is $5 per person, Jeanine Weaver Wally Frasier, American Legion $3 for children under 12) Noon–5 p.m. Monkey Bridge | Sponsored by Boy Scout Troop #198 Sponsored by McDonald’s of Mundelein and Jewel Food Store Representative Noon–11 p.m. Mundelein Munch LaLuzerne & Smith, Ltd. K-9 Playtime Vern Lappe, Parade Chair Keumgang MAA 1 p.m. Horseshoe Tournament | Crystal St. & Lincoln Ave. 2–10 p.m. Carnival (special tickets 2–5 p.m.) Ray Mullen, Parade Co-Chair Knights of Columbus Karrie Newby, Sponsorship Chair THURSDAY, JULY 4 Hosted by Bill Chapman Sponsored by American Legion Post #867 Luke’s of Mundelein Shah Quaiyoom, Music Chair Mundelein Park District’s Freedom Classic 5k/Walk 8 a.m. 1–3 p.m. Face Painting | Courtesy of Mundelein Queens 4 p.m. Juggler/Stilt Walker | Festival Grounds Marilla Millner Kelsey Langeler, Village Liaison Noon–1 p.m. Park District Dancers | Gazebo Sponsored by Chris Burke Engineering 4–5 p.m. Ballet Folklorico | Mainstage McNulty Irish Dancers Jonathan Kellogg, Village Liaison MHS Alumni Club Noon–11 p.m. Mundelein Munch 2–3 p.m. Magician–Magic That Quack’s You Up | Gazebo 5–7 p.m. Adam Ezra Group | Mainstage Mundelein Arts Commission 1–3 p.m. Radio Heroes | Mainstage 2–11 p.m. Carnival | Sponsored by American Legion Post #867 8–10 p.m. Chicago Tribute Anthology Mundelein Business Alliance 1–4 p.m. Balloon Twister | Gazebo 2:30–3:30 p.m. Bags Registration | Tennis Courts Sponsored by Gewalt Hamilton Assoc. Inc. Mundelein CERT Team Mundelein Community Connection 2–11 p.m. Carnival | Sponsored by American Legion Post #867 3–7 p.m. Pony Rides | Crystal Street OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS Mundelein Fire Association DISTRIBUTED BY KLOSS DISTRIBUTORS 4–8 p.m. Fire Engine Rides | Seymour by Tennis Courts Sponsored by Bill’s Pizza & Pub Mundelein Parks & Recreation District Sponsored by Lakeside Recreation Center Petting Zoo | Crystal Street Mundelein Police Department and Consumers Credit Union Sponsored by Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and Groot Industries Mundelein Queens 4:30 p.m. Introduction of Mundelein Pageant Queens 3:30–4:30 p.m. Ho Etsu Taiko Drummers | Gazebo 5–7 p.m. 3 If By Air | Mainstage 4 p.m. Bags Tournament | Tennis Courts Sponsored by MacLean-Fogg Company and Ruprecht 2019 MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS SPONSORS 8:30–11 p.m. Brushville | Mainstage | Sponsored by Alef Sausage Special thanks to all businesses and individuals who help to make Mundelein Community Days a great community event! 9:30 p.m. Fireworks | Sponsored by Tie Mart 4–8 p.m. Fire Engine Rides | Seymour by Tennis Courts Sponsored by Lakeside Recreation Center DIAMOND CONTRIBUTORS BRONZE CONTRIBUTORS Carpets in the Park Tax Lady 1040 Cherokee Printing Taylor Rental and Consumers Credit Union ($4,000+) ($500+) Cutler Work Wear The Carpet Corner Grease Monkey–Beverage Sponsor Ace Hardware of Mundelein FRIDAY, JULY 5 5–7 p.m. Serendipity | Mainstage CTS Group–Beverage Sponsor Action Fence Contractors Deborah Shutter The UPS Store Noon–2 p.m. Sand Art | Gazebo | 7 p.m. Jalapeño Eating Contest | Courtesy of El Barrio’s The Room Place–Beverage Sponsor Behm Enterprises Exclusive Design Center Weston Solutions Cahill Heating & Air Conditioning Exclusive Wood Flooring ZAC Packaging Sponsored by Mundelein Arts Commission 8:30–11 p.m. Boy Band Night | Mainstage PLATINUM CONTRIBUTORS Dover Straits Fairhaven Auto Noon–4 p.m. Chalk Art | Kracklauer Park Parking Lot Sponsored by College of Lake County ($3,000+) HR Green Gustafson Body Shop SPECIAL THANKS TO THE Sponsored by Mundelein Arts Commission Tie Mart K. Hovanian Homes Hoerr Construction, Inc. VIP TENT SPONSORS Greg’s Frozen Custard Kane, McKenna & Associates Home Depot Store #6981 Noon–4 p.m. Community Canvas | Activity Tent DIAMOND SPONSORS GOLD CONTRIBUTORS Rosati’s Pizza Sponsored by Mundelein Arts Commission ($2,000+) KI Martial Arts Hong Kong Chop Suey Hydraulic Services Alef Sausage Mundelein Crossings MUNCH VENDORS Noon–11 p.m. Mundelein Munch Joel Fiorelli State Farm Insurance College of Lake County Shopping Center BBQ Productions John Lucente Barber Shop 2–11 p.m. Carnival | Sponsored by American Legion Post #867 Gewalt Hamilton Engineers Mundelein Foot & Ankle Bill’s Pizza & Pub Kiddy Learning Station Mundelein Community Bank Northfield Block Brothers BBQ 2:30–3:30 p.m. Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles | Gazebo Kristan Funeral Home Northside Community Bank Dairy Queen Taekwondo Demonstration by Keumgang MAA PLATINUM SPONSOR Lake County Vision Care 4:00–5:00 p.m. SILVER CONTRIBUTORS Prime Beef El Barrio Restaurant Lombardo Installations Gazebo ($1,000+) Rust-Oleum El Campeón Piña Colada Bill’s Pizza & Pub Skinners’ Amusements Luke’s of Mundelein 4:00–8:00 p.m. Fire Engine Rides | Seymour by Tennis Courts Lee Concessions MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS EVENTS Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. Sysmex America Mundelein Automotive MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY DAYS EVENTS Luke’s of Mundelein Sponsored by Lakeside Recreation Center Mundelein Arts Commision Consumers Credit Union Taco & Burrito Express Mexican Grill Los Magueyes and Consumers Credit Union GOLD SPONSORS Mundelein LGBT Alliance & Allies Groot Industries Mijo’s Authentic Mexican Food Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit COPPER CONTRIBUTORS Muntz Industries 5–7 p.m. Kevin Purcell and the Nightburners | Mainstage Rosati’s Pizza ($100+) Peter Baker & Sons Lakeside Recreation Center Taco & Burrito Express 7 p.m. Hot Dog Eating Contest Accounting Freedom, Inc. Quick Pick Liquors LaLuzerne & Smith, Ltd. Tamales Diana Courtesy of Luke’s of Mundelein Ahlstrand Marine Ray’s Bike & Mower MacLean-Fogg Company 8:30–11 p.m. ARRA | Mainstage McDonald’s of Mundelein Atlas Car Wash RHMG Engineers, Inc. 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Summer Lawn Sprinkling Summer Curfew Reminder Like Us on Facebook! Improvements since 2011 Plan: Development Policy Improvements since 2011 Plan: ! New Village Hall ! New Zoning Ordinance Restrictions Now in Place and Guidelines The Mundelein Police Snapshot ! Public Works Relocation Progress ! New Sign Ordinance In a community effort to conserve Snapshot ! Hawley Lake Plaza Renovation ! Incentive Policy Now that schools are out for the Department is on ! Relocation of industrial uses out of the Downtown ! Business Incentive Grant (BIG) Program water, the Village implements a summer, here is a friendly reminder Facebook! Throughout lawn sprinkling restriction from May- about the village’s curfew ordinance. the year, we host a September. Watering is permitted Curfew hours for children under 17 variety of family between 5-10 a.m. or 6-11 p.m. East of years old are Sunday - Thursday from community BUSINESS Route 45 on even calendar days and BUSINESS 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. and Saturday and events, academies, and classes that are INCENTIVE GRANT west of Route 45 on odd calendar days. Sunday from Midnight to 6 a.m. In all advertised on our Facebook page. INCENTIVE GRANT Outdoor water use is allowed through a addition, drivers under 18 may not Please be sure to “Like” our page and (BIG)(BIG) hose with a shut-off nozzle throughout operate a motor vehicle between the get the inside scoop on events, safety the restriction season. Newly planted hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Sunday tips, and other important news! landscaping may be watered at through Thursday, and between 11 https://www.facebook.com/#!/ Development Policy Mobility Branding & Beautification Development Policy ! Overpass Planning ! New Village Brand & Logo any time on the day of installation. pages/Mundelein-Police- ! New Village Hall ! New Zoning Ordinance p.m. and 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. ! ! ! Maple Avenue Path ! Banner Program ! Public New Works Village Relocation Hall Progress ! New New Sign Zoning Ordinance Ordinance Thereafter, newly planted landscaping ! ! ! Midlothian & Hawley Off-Street Trails ! Gateway Monument Signage Department/187781837900042 ! Hawley Public Lake Works Plaza Relocation Renovation Progress ! Incentive New Sign Policy Ordinance ! Hawley Lake Plaza Renovation ! Incentive Policy ! Opening up views to Diamond Lake may be watered on any day, but only ! Relocation of industrial uses out of the Downtown ! Business Incentive Grant (BIG) Program ! Relocation of industrial uses out of the Downtown ! Business Incentive Grant (BIG) Program during the permitted hours for up to Village of Mundelein three weeks from date of planting. Like It? Lock It! Comprehensive Plan Open House Host a Neighborhood The Mundelein Police Department encourages residents to be mindful Watch Meeting Groot Offers Free Service to of important security measures to The Mundelein Police Department Dispose of Old TV’s be taken in neighborhoods, homes is setting up Neighborhood Watch and automobiles. Residents must be Meetings for the summer months. Please take note… diligent in locking up cars, garages, Please call 847-968-4600 and ask for If you need to and residences. Do not leave laptops, the Crime Prevention Office if you are Mobility Branding & Beautification ! MobilityOverpass Planning ! BrandingNew Village Brand & Beautification& Logo ! ! dispose of an old cell phones and other expensive interested in hosting or attending. ! Maple Overpass Avenue Planning Path ! Banner New VillageProgram Brand & Logo ! Maple Avenue Path ! Banner Program television, please ! Midlothian & Hawley Off-Street Trails ! 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Mundelein Hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony to Commence Construction on New Public Works and Engineering Complex

In addition to remodeling the ofﬁce building, an equipment storage building, a salt storage building and a fueling station will be built. Anticipated completion date is summer 2020.

2 15 VILLAGE OF Mundelein Incorporated in 1909 VILLAGE OF 300 Plaza Circle PRSRT STD Mundelein, IL 60060 U.S. POSTAGE Phone: 847-949-3200 PAID Fax: 847-949-0143 MUNDELEIN, IL MundeleinINSIDER Email: [email protected] PERMIT NO. 81 Incorporated in 1909 Website: www.mundelein.org Village Hall Hours: M-F 8 a.m. -5 p.m. SUMMER 2019 Message From the Mayor INSIDE Happy summertime to everyone. After a more appropriate ECRWSS THIS EDITION record wet spring, hopefully we will have a uses. Funding nice warm summer so that we can all enjoy comes from rolling Postal Customer the community events and activities that bonds over and Mundelein Hosts Mundelein, IL 60060 make Mundelein such a wonderful place staying within our Groundbreaking Ceremony to live and raise a family. bonding capacity to Commence Construction so that resident on New Public Works and Here is a quick overview of a few projects taxpayers feel no Engineering Complex and Mundelein happenings: additional impact.

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