The Village Communicator Volume 23, Issue 1 - Spring 2021 - Circulation - 6498

The Village of Glen Carbon Enters into Partnership for the Community’s TheCENTER Development

The proposed ice rink, track, fitness and teen lounge, called TheCENTER, is one step closer to development due to an intergovernmental agreement between The Village Officials: Village of Glen Carbon and The City of Edwardsville. Mayor: Robert L. Jackstadt This new development will be located by Edwardsville Clerk: Ross Breckenridge High School, off Tiger Drive and Governors’ Parkway. Because of this agreement, TheCENTER will be a Village Trustees: facility that affords Glen Carbon residents the same benefits as those in Edwardsville. It will, in essence, Mary Beth Williams be an extension of our existing park system. Walt Harris Ben Maliszewski This community-centered facility is a recreational complex that will offer our residents Bob Marcus and surrounding communities a year-round option for skating, exercise and more. It Mark Foley offers one of the only 175-meter special surface tracks in the area and will also offer a state-of-the-art ice rink, teen center, and meeting space. TheCENTER is the third and final park project to be completed as part of the “A Better Place to Play” Campaign.

The intergovernmental agreement with The City of Edwardsville is a significant com- ponent for the new development, joining forces with other key partnerships that include the Junior Service Club of Edwardsville/Glen Carbon and the Edwardsville Communi- ty Foundation. Inside this issue: How You Can Support TheCENTER Custom bricks and pavers are available for purchase. Share your personal mes- Administration 2 sage at the entrance of TheCENTER for today and future generations. Varying price points available. Community Info. 4 Donor recognition wall. Make an impact by showcasing your family or business name as visitors enter the lobby by becoming a donor wall sponsor. Various Cool Cities 6 levels available. Naming rights and dasher board advertising. Various options are available to Seniors 8 make your mark on this historical development in our community. Sweatshirts, swag & more. Proudly wear clothing with TheCENTER’s new logo Library 10 by visiting the online store at https://edwardsville-thecenter.itemorder.com/ sale. Resident Services 13 Those interested in learning more about the “A Better Place to Play” campaign can find information online at https://www.cityofedwardsville.com/ or call (618) 692-7538. “A Community Info. 14 Better Place to Play” can also be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ abetterplacetoplay and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/BP2Play. You can also make a Calendars 15 donation at www.BuildtheCenter.com. E-mail inquiries can be made at The- [email protected]. Donations may also be mailed to Edwardsville Community Foundation to P.O. Box 102, Edwardsville, IL 62025.

Village of Glen Carbon, Illinois 62034 • 618-288-1200 Voted One of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the USA by CNNMoney.com in 2009!

Administration Pages From the Mayor’s Desk Robert L. Jackstadt

Warmer weather should be just around the corner and Daylight Savings time starts on Sunday March 14. Hopeful- ly, you and your family will again be able to enjoy our 190 acres of Village parks, walking and bike trails and eve- rything that makes Glen Carbon unique.

COVID -19 As of press time, 448 Madison County residents have died because of COVID-19, according to the Madison Coun- ty Health Department website. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those families that have lost loved ones during this pandemic.

Thank you to all Glen Carbon residents for your continued patience, cooperation and understanding in dealing with COVID-19 issues. Just like you or your employer, the Village has never had to deal with anything like this previ- ously. Glen Carbon government has faced obstacles caused by COVID-19 and will continue to face challenges in the future.

To those that have been wearing masks, practicing social distancing and washing your hands frequently, thank you! To those that are not wearing masks and practicing social distancing, I realize that there is absolutely nothing I can ever say to change your mind one year into this pandemic. This is not a governmental mandate: I simply ask you to please wear a mask and practice social distancing. By doing so, there is “chance” that you could prevent someone from getting sick and dying, you could help keep our small, locally owned businesses open given the state’s criteria, and yes perhaps even keep you healthy!

The COVID-19 Response Hub is a centralized location for all COVID-19 and Vaccine Information for Madison County. https://coronavirus-response-madcoil.hub.arcgis.com/

Glen Carbon Municipal Election Day Tuesday April 6, 2021 The 2021 Consolidated Election will take place on Tuesday April 6, 2021. On that day, Glen Carbon voters will elect a new Mayor, three (3) Trustees and a new Village Clerk.

Glen Carbon Street Superintendent Danny Lawrence and Glen Carbon Village Trustee Bob Marcus are running for Glen Carbon Mayor. Kathy Perry-Scaturro and Christal L. Laswell are running for Village Clerk, and Mike Sonderegger, Walter Brian Harris and Ben Maliszewski are running for the three Trustee spots.

The last day you may register to vote is Tuesday March 9, 2021.There is a grace period registration from Wednes- day March 10, 2021 to Monday April 5, 2021.

You may request to vote by mail until Thursday April 1, 2021.

With early voting, you can vote before the observed April 6, 2021 election day. The early voting period is from March 22, 2021 to Monday April 5, 2021. There will be early voting sites located throughout Madison County. Please verify voting times at other locations. Voters can vote now at the County Clerk’s office in the Madison County Administration Building.

For information about polling places on election day or when you can vote early, please check out the County Clerk’s website: www.co.madison.il.us/departments/county_clerk/elections/.

If you have any questions about this election, please call the Madison County’s Clerk’s office at 296-4482. Ac- cording to our County Clerk, historically less than 20% of registered voters vote in these municipal elections. These municipal elections are important. Please remember to vote. Polls are open Tuesday April 6, 2021 from 6 am to 7 pm.

2 Memorial Day Ceremonies Please join Village officials at 9 am on Monday May 31, 2021 at the Glen Carbon Veterans’ Monument to rec- ognize our deceased veterans. On Sunday May 23, 2021 at 12:30 pm there will also be a pre-Memorial Day service at the Oaklawn Cemetery. As always, I want to thank the VFW Post 2222 and American Legion Post 435 for sponsoring and organizing these events. Please verify these events are not cancelled by calling Village Hall @ 288-1200.

Preliminary Financial Results for Fiscal Year January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020 The Village concluded its fiscal year on December 31, 2020. For the prior fiscal year ending December 31, 2020, the Village received $1,022,485 more in revenue in the General Fund than that which was budgeted. Likewise, the Village spent $147,513 less in expenses than budgeted in the General Fund. Overall, in the Gen- eral Fund the Village spent $1,274,633 less than it received in the General Fund. The $1,274,633 will be allo- cated to the General Fund Reserves, a portion of which could ultimately be transferred into the Capital Fund Reserves. Approximately $650,000 of that $1,274,633 is comprised of the CURES grant and a prefunding agreement for a potential commercial development and would not be eligible for transfer to the Capital Fund Reserves.

Volunteer Camera Registry Program As many of you already know, our Glen Carbon Police Department would like the public's help in fighting crime by taking part in a Voluntary Camera Registry Program. This program allows residents and businesses to register the locations of their outdoor video surveillance systems with Glen Carbon Investigators. When a crime occurs, police will be able to identify the locations of nearby video cameras and enlist the assistance of the community to help officers collect video evidence and follow up on leads. To register your cameras, visit the Glen Carbon website Police Department page or call 288-7226.

I have registered my family’s residential outdoor video surveillance camera and encourage others residents to do so as well. By registering, this does NOT allow the police department to access your video camera. The reg- istration only registers the location of a potential camera and they will contact you to enlist your help and fol- low up on leads. You can always remove your registration for any reason.

If you have not already done so, please sign up to receive Glen Carbon Vmails via the Village website: www.glen-carbon.il.us.

Thank You Trustees Mary Beth Williams and Susan Jensen Trustee Mary Beth Williams decided not to seek re-election as a Glen Carbon Village Trustee. Mary Beth first was first elected Village Trustee in April 2013 and is currently the Chairperson of the Building & Devel- opment Committee. During her 8 years as Trustee, she also served on the Finance & Administration Committee, Public Safety Committee and the Public Services Committee. I also want to thank Susan Jensen for serving as a Trustee for nearly two years. She resigned on February 1, 2021 to take a position as an Assistant States Attorney for Madison County. Susan served on our Finance & Administration and Public Safety Committees. I want to thank Mary Beth and Susan for their public service to Glen Carbon and wish them both well!

Thank You and So Long! This is my last From the Mayor’s Desk article. I wish our new Mayor the absolute best!

I want to express my sincere thanks to each of you for allowing me to serve Glen Carbon for the last 22 years; first, as a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission from 1993-1995, then as a Glen Carbon Trustee from 1995-1999, and finally as Mayor from May 2005 to April 2021. It has been a distinct honor and privilege!

I have greatly enjoyed my time serving Glen Carbon and I look forward to spending more time with my wife Kathi, children and six grandchildren. I relish my time as a public servant and cannot thank enough my support- ers over the years and during the elections. I met some wonderful people over the last two decades and feel lucky that I was able to serve our community.

Take care and stay healthy! Robert L. Jackstadt, Mayor of Glen Carbon

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The Glen-Ed Pantry is humbled by the generosity of our neighbors this past year. You have graced us with many food and monetary donations. Our deepest thanks for your thoughtfulness and kindness.

We had a busy November and December at the Pantry. We provided more than 150 Thanksgiving food baskets to area families in November. In December we distribut- ed more than 200 Christmas food baskets and toys and Christmas gifts for 190 chil- dren. The Glen-Ed Pantry is only able to provide these programs because of your support.

If you know of anyone that you think may need some assistance with food or clothing, please refer them to the Glen-Ed Pantry. Our building is located at 125 5th Avenue, Edwardsville and our phone number is 618- 656-7506. The Pantry is open Monday and Wednesday 3:00 – 5:30 and Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:00 – 11:30 am.

Please feel free to visit our website, www.glenedpantry.org for more information.

Thank you for supporting the Glen-Ed Pantry.

LAUNCH OF ONLINE APPOINTMENT SCHEDULER AND SPECIAL PHONE NUMBER An online appointment scheduler is available for those who DID NOT COMPLETE THE REGISTRATION SURVEY in January and live or work in Madison County and are eligible under Phase 1a or Phase 1b to use to make an appointment for the vac- cine. (1 of 3 ways to make a vaccine appointment). It will be posted on our social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), on our website www.madisonchd.org, on our new COVID-19 Response Hub https://coronavirus- response-madcoil.hub.arcgis.com/ , and sent in a press release to all media in the bi-state (of which interviews will most likely follow).

A special phone number will also be launched for those who do not have computer access or do not use a com- puter and need help scheduling an appointment and they live or work in Madison County and are eligible under Phase 1a or Phase 1b. (2 of 3 ways to make a vaccine appointment). It will be posted on our social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), on our website www.madisonchd.org, on our new COVID-19 Response Hub https://coronavirus-response-madcoil.hub.arcgis.com/ , and sent in a press release to all media in the bi- state (of which interviews will most likely follow).

If someone completed the survey in January, then THEY SHOULD NOT SCHEDULE ON THE NEW ONLINE APPOINTMENT SCHEDULER (that is only for people who did not have an opportunity or access to the survey). They do not need to do anything else. We have their information and will contact them to sched- ule their appointment when their turn comes. Please do not call the office. Do not share the link or passcode that you receive in your email. That information is just for the slot that you registered for. Sharing it with others causes line jumping and takes appointment slots away from the people who also completed the survey and are awaiting their turn.

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GLEN CARBON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ANNOUNCES 2021 INITIATIVES TO ENHANCE RESPONSE AND EFFECTIVENESS

The Glen Carbon Fire Protection District Board, under direction of President Luke Harris, has implemented the following measures to upgrade the District’s ability to protect and serve the Village and the surrounding District.

REQUIRED MEDICAL SCREENING – All firefighters will un- dergo a thorough medical screening, including an Electrocardio- gram, to ascertain cardiovascular health and suitability for the strenuous activities entailed in responses. Over the past 10 years some 900 Firefighters have lost their lives in the line of duty in the United States. Of these, half were attributed to heart attacks.

PHYSICAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT – Once medical screening is completed, firefighters will complete a skills agility course that is comprised of multiple tasks that a firefighter would perform in the line of duty such as hauling hose lengths and climbing steps while carrying a load.

ENHANCED TRAINING STANDARDS – The Board has approved a minimum training standard for all firefighters. This training includes Basic Operations Firefighter, Hazardous Materials Operations, Vehicle Machinery Operations, and Fire Apparatus Engineer. The District is currently hosting the Basic Operations Firefighter and Hazardous Materials Operations classes for all of its membership both on site and online. These classes started in January and will conclude in May. By creating this minimum standard for training, all of our members will be trained to the highest readiness level possible when duty calls. Photo Cutline: GCFPD Firefighters Rachel Roberts and Steven Dean demonstrate forced door entry tech- nique, an essential part of firefighting training.

Did You Know… • Utility Bills can be E-Mailed to you instead of delivery by mail? • Utility Payments can be Automatically Deducted from a Bank Account or Credit/Debit Card? • You can View your Utility Account Online?

Save time, save paper, and save the hassle of check writ- ing….become more efficient in 2021!

For details visit the Finance Department webpage at www.glen- carbon.il.us or call us at 618-288-1200.

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Go Green with Community Solar

Did you know that you can get solar power through your Ameren Illinois utility service? It’s true! Illinois’ new community solar program allows electricity customers to enjoy the benefits of solar energy without installing panels on their homes or properties. “Community Solar” is possible through multiple Illinois State Laws that promote renewa- ble energy. Ameren Illinois customers can simply subscribe to purchase power from a Community Solar project, typically a field full of solar panels, sometimes called a solar garden. As with any power plant, a solar garden does not need to be physically near customers’ property, it just needs to be within Ameren Illinois territory.

Details vary from company to company. Some Community Solar companies in Ameren territory project that you will save up to 20% on the energy portion of your electric bill. There should be no connection fees or credit checks--just your monthly bill that should be lower. The advantage is that you have a set rate for power over the term of the contract, and the contract is transferable. Overall, Community Solar is an excellent op- tion for any home, business, or non-profit, regardless of income or status.

Presently, three companies offer Community Solar for Ameren Illinois customers. One of them has a Com- munity Solar field just north of the SIUE campus in Edwardsville! Google the company name or the URL provided:

NexAmp; phone: 800-945-5124; email: [email protected]; Web: https://solar.nexamp.com US Solar; phone: 612-294-6569; Email: [email protected]; web: https://www.us-solar.com/ Solar Stone Partners; phone: 612-801-2000; email: [email protected]; Web: https:// solarstonepartners.com

To learn more about Community Solar, check out these resources, Google the title or go to the URL:

Illinois Shines Community Solar Brochure https://illinoisshines.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/ABP-CS-Brochure-English-18-NOV-2020-1.pdf

Citizens Utility Board; Community Solar in Illinois—https://www.citizensutilityboard.org/community-solar- illinois/

Illinois Shines; Find a Community Solar Project—https://illinoisshines.com/find-a-community-solar-project/

Alternatively, if you want to own a solar installation for a specific home or business, Google “Grow So- lar Metroeast” or go to https://www.growsolar.org/grow-solar-metro-east/ for information on the Grow Solar Metroeast bulk solar program for 2021. The 2020 Grow Solar Metroeast program was discussed on page seven in the Summer 2020 issue of The Communicator at (http://www.glen-carbon.il.us/ ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/4641 ).

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RESIDENTS’ ADVISORY BOARD APPLICATION

Thank you for your interest in serving the Village of Glen Carbon. Your completed application must be returned to our Executive Administra- tive Assistant, Melissa Millard, on or before the deadline listed below. You must pro- vide a copy of your valid Illinois drivers’ license or state identification confirming your residence.

The deadline for submitting applications is 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 9, 2021.

Name: ______Address: ______City: ______State:___ Zip:______How Long Have You Been a Resident of Glen Carbon: ______? Home Phone: ______Work or Other Phone: ______E-mail Address: ______Date of Birth: ______

______Signature Date

RETURN TO: Melissa Millard, Executive Administrative Assistant Glen Carbon Village Hall 151 N. Main Street Glen Carbon, IL 62034 618.288.2612 618.288.1645 Fax [email protected] Email

To be completed by Village:

District in which applicant resides: 1 2 3 4 5 A copy of applicant’s driver license or state identification is attached.

7 Glen Carbon Seniors’ Group, Inc. Glen Carbon Seniors’ Group, Inc. Bill Newman ([email protected])

Here we are with another attempt to report on a non-functioning, non-meeting, stay-at-home Group. Let’s take a look at what we have done in the past 3 months. The first part of December we were not able to hold our annual election, so I guess the powers that be decided that the same officers would serve another year, since they didn’t do much last year. Our illustrious secretary (Bill Long) filed our annual report with the same listing as we sent in last year. So far, no complaints. Now what about the dues. This is where I am going out on a limb. Our $10 a year dues will carry over. If a member had paid their 2020 dues, they will be considered as paid through 2021. If one hadn’t paid for 2020, we will deal with those when we return to full activity. I am not in the position to mandate this, so if we have Board members and/or Offic- ers disagreeing, then go ahead and impeach me.

In a short conversation with Michele at the center, we discussed how we could return. As long as there is a restriction on the number of people that can gather, as well as the Social Distancing caveat, it doesn’t look good for a near term solution to reactivating. Consider the fact that the 7 round tables are about 6 foot in diame- ter; that would allow maybe 4 at a table plus two at the head table. That’s a total of 30. Our average attendance over the years shows a weekly attendance of 45 to 50, of the 60+ members. Who, or how would we be able to pick and choose who comes and who doesn’t? “NOT ME!” said this little old writer. The photo at the left gives you a look at attendance at a 2019 pre Covid fun time. (Fire Safety program.)

My hopes a month ago were that we could get back to our normal routine, with games and catered food at the center by St. Patrick’s Day. With the dawning of each new day, I feel that isn’t going to happen. Also, the city of Belleville has already cancelled their St. Patrick’s Day parade, which is normally a pretty big affair. So try and celebrate Mardi Gras safely, in your designated Covid spaces. Not too loud though; as our illustrious leaders might still be trying to figure out how to get all their constituents vaccinated for that mean old COVID-19. Let’s shoot for a Tuesday in May, since we now have a new President (Joe Biden), who is hoping for big things to happen in his first 100 days. On May 1 he will have been in office for 100 days.

Remember the phrase “We’ve got company”? Haven’t used it in quite some time. Oh we go a few places as do many of you. Walmart, Aldis, our family doctor, heart doctor, foot doctor, kidney doctor, skin doc- tor, and probably any other doctor that isn’t busy. My phone contact list is quite long in the “D” section. But that is part of getting old. I’m hoping that by the time this document is published, most, if not all of our seniors will have been vaccinated.

For more information on the group you may contact Russ Marti, President, 288-3165 [email protected]; Bill Newman, Vice President, 288-7748, [email protected]; Peggy Watson, Treasurer, 692-1714, [email protected], or Bill Long, Secretary, 288-2093, [email protected]

Please do as the powers that be ask us to do, and thank God for the front line civilian soldiers that are do- ing a great job for us. Stay well, stay safe, and STAY HOME, as best you can!

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By Michele Suwe, Administrator disabled before January 1, of this year. You must be a resident of Illinois, and for a household of one you Hopefully you have all stayed healthy and have re- can make up to $33,562, for a family of two up to mained home as much as possible during the COVID $44,533, and for a family of three up to $55,500 an- -19 Pandemic. It sounds like we still have a few nually. Please call for an appointment at 288-2664. challenges ahead with the coronavirus. Services here at the Center may continue to be limited, but let’s If you need legal assistance hope we can be out and about soon! Since there are with a will, power of attorney still hurdles to overcome before activities can re- or just have a legal question, sume, please check the Glen Carbon website for the the Land of Lincoln might be Senior/Community Center monthly calendar at http:// able to help! They are an www.glen-carbon.il.us , contact your club leader for organization that offers free further information, or call 288-2664. legal assistance to most seniors, age 60 and older. They are available for help with your wills, directives Although services are on request and a wide variety of additional subjects. Currently, during the COVID-19 we will con- Land of Lincoln is working virtual. Please call, 288- tinue to provide all seniors and phys- 2664 for more information. ically challenged residents, the ser- vices of our Para-transit Bus for local transportation needs. The bus Senior Services Plus (SSP) continues to provide Aid operates between 8:30 AM & 3PM, and Assistance to our Senior Center. They are avail- Monday through Friday. All rides must be sched- able to answer your questions regarding Medicare or uled at least 24 hours in advance. Our bus is sani- Medicaid, and LIHEAP. However, due to COVID- tized before and after each rider, however, you must 19, representatives from Senior Services Plus are wear a mask and agree to temperature checks. To working virtually. If you are in need of additional aid schedule a ride call the Center at 288-2664, office or if you have other concerns please call 288-2664 hours are 8:00AM-3:30PM, Monday through Thurs- for help. day. For many of our senior residents, being home is noth- We are still helping anyone who ing new. I urge you to reach out and call a friend or needs AID and ASSISTANCE. family member. If you are lonely, so are they! We have been home for so long, we If you need help with your heating have counted our blessings bills, and you are an Ameren IL (several times). We are now customer, you may qualify for help binge watching movies from the with your bill. Earnings eligibility 60’s and 70’s, reading the paper at for a family of one ranges from $2,127 up to least twice each day, piecing to- $3,722; for a family of two ranges from $2,873 up gether puzzles for the second or to $5,028 per month (and higher as the size of the third time and taking naps in be- family increases.) This winter there will be addition- tween! Hopefully the siege will be at an end soon al funding for those who have been impacted by the and we will return to our normal routines! Well, until Pandemic. Please call 288-2664 for more information we are able to see each other again… and an appointment. Stay Safe, Stay Home, and Stay in Touch, we miss If you are interested in the Illinois Benefit Access you all! Program, which includes a reduced price for renewal stickers for license plates, and free fixed-route bus passes just call for an appointment at 288-2664. To st be eligible you must be 65 or older by December 31 of this year, or 16 years of age or older and totally

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Glen Carbon Centennial Library 198 S. Main St.

www.glencarbonlibrary.org Crafting/Art 618-288-1212 Virtual Beginner Knitting Group RR Saturdays, dates and times TBD Have you always wanted to learn how to knit but didn’t THE GLEN CARBON CENTENNIAL LIBRARY DIS- know where to start? Instructor Greta Pastorello will TRICT March-April May (2021) guide you each session to create something practical, yet ADULT EVENTS: glencarbonlibrary.org for more in- fabulous. In these classes, you will learn four basic stitch- formation and to register (RR) for events es: casting on, knit stitch, purl stitch, binding off, and more. Materials list provided when registering online. We are continuously updating our plans for events This program will be hosted virtually via Zoom. Each pro- during these uncertain times. Please actively check ject is set up as a 2-day class. our website and Facebook account for updates on what new activities and opportunities are available. Special Interest

Book Club Black History Month Trivia February 1-28 Glen Carbon Virtual Book Club & Chat via February is Black History Month. Zoom from 6:30-7:30 pm RR This month we're shining a well-deserved spotlight on Tuesday, March 9-The Radium Girls by Kate Moore these Black history and historical firsts. Put your Tuesday, April 13-Moon of the Crusted Snow by Waub- knowledge to the test with our Kahoot! self-paced quiz. geshig Rice Visit our FB page or Website for the link to starting play- Tuesday, May 11-Miss Cecily’s Recipes for Exceptional ing. Ladies by Vicky Zimmernman Limited hard copies available at the help desk or they can be downloaded from Hoopla. AARP Tax-Aide Service from 9:00-12:00 pm March, Saturdays 6, 13, 20, 27 Health & Fitness Despite COVID-19, we are able to offer this service with some changes to the procedure. Saturday Morning Yoga via Zoom from 9:30-10:30 am Taxpayers will arrive and depart through the patio doors RR from 9:00 am - 11:00 am. Saturdays, dates TBD Those with a physical disability may use the main doors Get fit and healthy when you join us for an energizing from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. session of yoga. Pickup and fill out intake form Call for appointment when ready to review, Evening Flow Yoga via Zoom from 5:30-6:15 pm RR drop off intake form and all tax papers Wednesday, dates TBD Ideally, make second appointment after done with This class introduces traditional yoga postures, teaches first appointment to pick up finished tax papers you how to breathe, and helps you feel more comfortable *limit number of people bringing to appointment in the yoga practice. *masks required during entire appointment *use hand sanitizer upon arrival of appointment Medicare Q & A via Zoom from 6:00-7:00 pm RR Monday, March 15 Monday, April 19 Monday, May 17 Municipal Election Jon Burgmann will be available if you are looking to sign up for Medicare and have questions on how to register or what is covered. Bring your questions and learn what to expect when you join Medicare.

Blood Drive from 3:00-6:00 pm April, date TBD Giving blood saves lives. Come to the library to Tuesday, April 6, 2021 donate blood to the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center.

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Youth Services Program STEM Activities Saturday Once a Month at 2 pm Storytime Live Mar. 20, Apr. 17, May 15 Sing songs and interact with us during sto- We have been exploring science, technology, engineering, rytimes on Zoom! Kids can follow along while and math in fun, crafty ways. Are you ready for more we screen share the books. We love the crisp view of the STEM fun? Join us once a month as we dive deep into a picture book pages and engaging with you during the pro- project for the whole family. gram. We will be posting these storytimes to Facebook, we On Facebook and YouTube recommend muting your video feed if you don’t want the video of your family showing up on our Facebook page. Free Virtual Tutoring Registration is required to participate on Zoom. Monday-Thursday 2-8 pm, Friday-Saturday 2-5 pm Tuesdays 10 am & Wednesdays 2 pm Through May 1 Tues, Mar. 2, 16 and 30 Wed, Mar. 10 and 24 Did you know the library offers a free tutoring service? You Tues, Apr. 13 and 27 Wed, Apr. 7 and 21 can register each week for daily 1 hour sessions. Our tu- Tues, May. 11 and 25 Wed, May. 5 and 19 tors are SIUE students who are excited to help students struggling to understand their homework. Families have Pajama Storytime on Facebook found it helpful when assisting their little ones who may Get all cozy in your pajamas and join us for a night of sto- need extra time spent reading. Details can be found on ries! Pajama Storytime is an excellent way for families to our website and Facebook Page. unwind together before bed. Planned for Pre-K to second, all are welcome. Teen Programs Thursdays at 6:30 pm Monthly programs for youth in grades 6 through 12. All Mar. 4 and 18 programs are meeting virtually until further notice.

Apr. 1, 15 and 29 May 13 and 27 Teen Volunteers Needed!

We are looking for teens who have special interests they Reading Relay on Zoom want to share with other kids or teens. Want to run your Tuesdays at 4 pm own Anime or Manga club? Do you love reading and want Youth Entering Grades 4 to 6 to discuss books with teens? Are you an artist who would Join Miss Aimee and special guest Ms. Becky as we read love to connect with other teen artists? Contact Miss from chapters from our book selection! We would love for Aimee at [email protected] for more infor- you to read aloud from some pages or simply enjoy listen- mation! ing to others read to you. We will spend about 45 minutes reading and another 10 minutes discussing the book. We’ll announce the book by December. Kawaii Crafts At Home Registration Required Sundays at 3 pm Mar. 28, Apr. 25, May 23 Let’s Get Crafty Pick up your craft supplies to make a super cute craft on Saturday Once a Month at 2 pm Saturday, then join us on Zoom to create the project to- Mar. 6, Apr. 3, and May 1 gether. Saturdays at 2 pm Join us on our Facebook page for virtual craft time! Re- Trivia on Demand serve a bag of craft supplies to be picked up from the li- March 21-April 21 brary or use items you have at home. Follow along with A virtual trivia game on your schedule. Trivia will be posted the tutorial so we can create something wonderful togeth- on our website and social media page on March 21. Play er! when you get a chance, then share with your friends to Registration required to reserve your craft supplies see who is the trivia master!

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Family Programs

Pancake Party Saturday, March 13 Are you a fan of pancakes? Are you looking for a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon? Then this is the program for you! We’ll have pancake mix, mix ins, and squeeze bottles for you to make a multitude of pancake creations as a family. Registration Required

Earth Day Celebration Saturday, April 17 at 1 pm Celebrate Earth Day with a fun event for the whole family! Check our website and Facebook page for more information in March. Registration Required. Opens March 1

Family Tea Party Saturday, May 8 at 1 pm Save the date for our family tea party! Join us outside for activities, treats, and more! Space will be limited to adhere to social distancing guidelines. Registration Required. Opens April 1

Pre-Memorial Day Sunday, May 23, 2021 Memorial Day Service Join the Glen Carbon VFW Post 2222 & Monday, American Legion Post 435 for the Pre- May 31, 2021 Memorial Day services at Oak Lawn Cemetery at 12:30. Glen Carbon Veterans Monu- ment beginning at 9 AM.

The American Legion Post 435 & Glen Carbon VFW Post 2222

would like to thank the citizens Please put trash and recyclables at the of Glen Carbon and surrounding curb no later than 6 a.m. on communities for the loyal sup- scheduled trash port. collection days.

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Residents , have you scheduled your no Just a reminder that Monday, May 31, 2021, Me- charge annual large item pickup? morial Day, is an observed holiday at Republic Ser- vices. There will not be residential trash, recycling When you are ready to schedule your personal bulk or yard waste service on Monday, May 31. There- clean up, please call Republic Services at (618) 656- fore, your pickup day will roll forward one day this 6883. week:

Monday route will be picked up on Tuesday. Tuesday route will be picked up on Wednesday. Wednesday route will be picked up on Thursday. Thursday route will be picked up on Friday. Friday route will be picked up on Saturday.

Thank you and have a Safe and Happy Memorial Day!

E-Waste Drop Off Saturday, April 3, 2021 Saturday, April 17, 2021 9:00AM—1:00PM Village Hall

• Computers, monitors, printers, cables & peripherals (keyboards, mice, etc.)

• Fax Machines

• Scanners

• Satellite receivers

• DVD & VCR

• Stereos & Audio equipment

• Holiday lights and metal decorations

• Home Electronics such as blenders, toast- ers, irons, etc.

• Batteries

For more information on what is accepted, please contact CJD E-Cycling at 618-659-9006.

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HOME DELIVERED MEALS FOR SENIORS Delivered Monday-Friday All eligible veterans are encouraged to join by Trained Volunteers the V.F.W. or the American Legion. To find $4.50/day billed monthly, out if you are eligible contact the American Legion at 288-7118 or the V.F.W. refundable $90 deposit at 288-9747.

Grants available for those who qualify. Call 618.656.0300 or email [email protected] to register or get more information. COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD BOXES FOR SENIORS SPRING YARD WASTE PUBLIC WORKS DROP OFF FREE box of food for lower-income seniors from DATES STL Foodbank.

Available monthly for pick-up or delivery. Saturday, April 3, 2021 Call 618.656.0300 or email Saturday, April 17, 2021 [email protected] to register or get more information. From 8:00 AM—3:30 PM

*Yard waste must be bagged in landscape waste bags*

American Legion Hall is available for rental for baby showers, birthday parties, wedding receptions, retirement parties, etc.

Please call for availability and price. 618-288-7118

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SAVE THE DATE Deadline for the Summer 2021 newsletter is May 1, 2021 E-mail submissions to [email protected] HOMECOMING 2022

FATHER’S DAY The Village of Glen Carbon Voted One of the Top 100 Best Places to Live WEEKEND in the USA by CNNMoney.com in 2009. 151 North Main Street

Village Office Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

JUNE 17 & 18, 2022 Village Hall ……………..618-288-1200 Village Hall Fax…………...618-288-1645 Police and Fire Emergency…….911 Police - Non-Emergency……….618-288-7226 Public Works…………..618-288-1200 Building & Zoning ………..618-288-1200 Senior/Community Center………..618-288-2664

Village Administrator ~ James Bowden Chief of Police ~ Todd Link Director of Finance ~ Scott Borror Public Works Director ~ Building & Zoning Administrator –Stacy Jose Village Treasurer ~ Rick Tutka Senior/Community Center Administrator ~ Michele Suwe

BOARDS & COMMISSIONS MEETING TIMES

 Village Board: 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 pm  Building & Development Committee: 4th Mon., 6 pm  Business Advisory Board: 1st Mon., 6 pm  Community Events Committee: 2nd Thur., 7 pm  Cool Cities Committee: 3rd Wed., 7 pm at Public Safety Facility  Finance & Administrative Committee: The Mon before the 2nd Tue American Legion Post 435 @ 6:30 pm  G.L.E.N. Committee: 1st Wed., 7 pm at the Public Safety Facility Fish Fry  Historical and Museum Commission: 4th Monday at 7 pm at the Every Friday Museum  Planning & Zoning Commission: 1st Tues. 7 pm 4:30 – 8:00 pm  Police Pension Board: Last Wed. in Jan., Apr., Jul. & Oct., 5 pm  Public Safety Committee: 3rd Tue., 6 pm at Public Safety Facility Call 618-288-7118  Public Services Committee: 2nd Tues., 5:30 pm  Residents’ Advisory Board: 3rd Thur., 7 pm in Jan, Apr, Jul & Oct. at Public Safety Facility  Zoning Board of Appeals: 3rd Wed., 7 pm (*if there is business to consider)

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