Berwyn Magazine
November 2012 Issue 4
Depot District welcomes Bounce Sports page 3
Check out the new WhyBerwyn.com page 5
2012 Piper Award honoring Mayor Lovero page 6
Berwyn Brings Home the Gold page 14
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President’s Column
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ow’d we do it? Over the last several years Berwyn has become a model of aggressive and successful economic development and vitality. And in these troubled times, Berwyn’s achievement is exceptional. Many of our regional neighbors look at us Jon Fey with amazement and envy. And they SWF Products Berwyn Rt 66 Museum have good reason to be envious, as we have won national awards for our new developments and have set personal best records for numbers of new businesses and total economic investment. But what is it about Berwyn today that makes us so exceptional? Why are we succeeding where others languish? I see several factors that are unique to Berwyn: the citizens, the businesses, the city itself and the Berwyn Development Corporation (BDC). Each of them play an important part in the economic success and vitality of our proud city. Berwyn’s citizens have always been strong, solid folks with honest family values, hard-working ethics and community pride. They recognize the value of shopping at our local stores and keeping their sales tax dollars here to benefit the schools, the parks and the city itself. They know that strong businesses mean
lower taxes and higher economic values for their homes. They support their local businesses, invest in their homes, take pride in our schools and participate and appreciate our growing arts and cultural opportunities. Businesses are an essential component of Berwyn’s economic vitality. They are the engines that provide jobs, generate sales taxes, contribute property taxes and in many ways act as the face of our community. Berwyn businesses have been going beyond the standard. They have invested in updating their properties. They have opened new locations that create jobs and economic benefit where there was none. They believe in our community, and they take action. Many business owners give back to the community through volunteering, mentoring and lending their voices in support of development in Berwyn. The City of Berwyn has shown great leadership as well. They have prioritized economic development. They have streamlined the process to open a new business while maintaining the highest standards of code enforcement. The effectiveness of their participation in the attraction of new businesses to Berwyn cannot be overstated. The mission of the BDC is very simply, “a commitment to the economic growth and vitality of our proud city.” We are a public-private partnership with the City of Berwyn that provides chamber services and economic development to all segments of the Berwyn community. The BDC focuses its efforts on those activities that will improve the overall climate for local businesses and residents, in addition to encouraging the development of new commercial venues and employment opportunities. To support this mission, the BDC continually strives to develop new programs, services and special events that promote Berwyn businesses and the community. Our Executive Director and Staff work tirelessly to these ends, guided by a determined and knowledgeable Board of Directors. All of these elements of Berwyn’s success – the citizens, the city, the businesses and the BDC – work together to accomplish great things and with your continuing cooperation, support and participation, we will make Berwyn the best place to work, live, learn and grow.
BDC Leadership EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Jon Fey, President John Aranza, Vice President Jousef Mondragon, Vice President Dorothy Chiero, Secretary Augie Kalal, Treasurer Anthony Griffin, Executive Director
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tom Benson Esther Corpuz William Hlavacek, Jr. Guy Hollis Jeff Janda Peggy Rose Kwiatek Scott Lennon Alba Lovero Marty Mendicino Beverly Pastorek Doug Walega
Discover Berwyn’s Depot District The Depot District has been at the center of this year’s chart topping redevelopment and new business growth for Berwyn. The Depot District is Berwyn’s traditional downtown area featuring quaint shops and restaurants housed within a charming collection of unique storefronts, and the recent developments have made the corridor more family-friendly than ever. Whether families decide to spend time treasure hunting through movie posters or vintage toys at Reel Art Collectibles, indulging in frozen novelties and ice cream at Over the Rainbow Ice Cream Parlor, or grabbing a bite to eat at Brando’s Beef & Pizza, the Depot District offers plenty to discover. One of the most exciting additions to the Depot District has been the highly anticipated opening of Bounce Sportsplex at 3310 S Grove Ave on the ground floor of the Municipal Parking Facility. This Bounce offers high-tech batting cages multi-sport training and with an indoor multipurpose field. educational facility spans
17,000 square feet and includes a multi-purpose turf field, batting cages, and a half basketball court. Bounce Sports offers practice space to youth and adult leagues and specializes in training for soccer, baseball, softball, lacrosse, and basketball. Bounce Sports is estimated to bring over 10,000 players from 15 western suburbs and Chicago into Riddles Comedy Club opens the first the Depot District. week of November. For those looking for nightlife options, Riddles Comedy Club is the new entertainment hot spot. The owner brings over 15 years of experience in the comedy business to his new comedy club located at 6910 Windsor Ave. Riddles hosts national and local comedians with shows on Friday and Saturday nights and open mic nights throughout the week. After enjoying dinner at one of the Depot’s many restaurants with options ranging from fine Italian to American Contemporary, a night of laughs is the perfect escape from hectic schedules. continued on page 4
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In need of a night cap? Off the Traxx, located at 3144 S Oak Park Ave, is the latest addition to the Depot’s bar scene. Reminiscent of a vintage train stop watering hole, the décor will take you back to days of old. Once inside, you’ll notice the hardwood floors and exposed brick as well as copper tin ceilings accented with exposed duct work and industrial lighting. Train equipment and memorabilia line the walls. A light food menu compliments an extensive drink menu. Positioned as Berwyn’s transit-oriented district, the Depot can be navigated through a range of transportation options, including public transit via Metra’s BNSF Railway and Pace Bus Service, biking and walking. Drivers can also find plenty of street parking or low-cost options in the five-level parking facility. What’s more, a streetscape project is on the horizon. At the City Council meeting on September 25, the Request for Qualifications for the Streetscape Design and Engineering Project was approved. This marked the first step towards transforming the Depot District’s overall appearance. The anticipated design will feature variations to current street furniture, lighting, signage, parking and general landscape and streetscape improvements. Appreciating the seasons change will be even more serene while sitting in the Depot’s new pocket park. On September 15, the Berwyn Development Corporation, Berwyn Park District, and Mayor Lovero dedicated the park
ASK DR. RON How does my back pain cause pain into my butt and leg?
Pain in the buttocks and legs can be caused by an impinged (pinched) nerve as it leaves the spinal cord. Pressures on the nerve can be caused by a herniated disc or spine degeneration (arthritis). Inflammation within the low back causes local back pain as well as increased pressure on the nerve. Once a nerve is impinged the function becomes altered. Pain can be felt along the whole course of the nerve. The pain can be severe and lead to possible tingling and numbness into the leg. Prolonged untreated bouts of buttocks and leg pain can lead to muscle weakness and leg dysfunction. The majority of people experiencing leg pains get better with therapy (usually a few weeks or months). Because the pain can have different causes and levels of impairment it is always safe to seek medical care.
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to Edward A. Karasek, a passionate commissioner for the Berwyn Park District since 1966. Karasek Park is located at the corner of Kenilworth and Windsor Avenues and features landscaping, seating areas, lighting, and electrical
Visit and enjoy Karasek Park located at the corner of Kenilworth and Windsor Avenues.
outlets for use during special events in order to create an environment where residents and visitors can relax and enjoy the district. The Depot District has welcomed a pleasant mix of new establishments into its good company. If you haven’t made the trip to see all that it has to offer, don’t you think it’s time?
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Check Out the New WhyBerwyn.com The “Why Berwyn?” campaign exists to promote Berwyn’s assets such as our convenient location and wide variety of transportation choices, our equitable and affordable housing options, and our short commutes to major job centers. Berwyn also boasts an enhanced sense
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WhyBerwyn.com provides residents and visitors with a stream of information on the area’s real estate, retailers and service providers, parks and recreation, cultural hot spots and special events. The site includes a comprehensive calendar of events as well as a full local business listing. The site and business directory are both mobile optimized and are linked with “hot deal” coupons and GPS capability so that you can find what you need when you are on the go! Access the business directory under the “Shop Berwyn” tab. WhyBerwyn.com provides year-round support for the City of Berwyn’s integrated marketing campaign, Business directory search on which includes an smartphone installation of outdoor advertising as well as a mix of online and radio advertising annually from June through September.
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28th Annual Charles E. Piper Award Honoring Mayor Robert J. Lovero
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nnually, the BDC membership selects an individual who best exemplifies the energy and industrious spirit of one of Berwyn’s original developers, Charles E. Piper. The BDC is proud to present this respected community award to Mayor Robert J. Lovero to honor his achievements and contributions towards the growth and development of Berwyn’s business community.
Township Democratic Committeeman (2005 to Present), Berwyn Township 708 Mental Health Board (1987 to 1990), Berwyn Development Corporation, Blue Ribbon Historical Committee, Local Law Enforcement Advisory Board, Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity – Sir Edward Coke Chapter, Alpha Delta Gamma National Fraternity (Alpha Chapter – President), and co-chairman of the Berwyn Holiday Fund.
Having resided in Berwyn for fifty years, Mayor Lovero has made public service and business expansion an integral part of his everyday life. He began his grammar school education at Berwyn’s St. Mary of Celle and continued on to graduate from Fenwick High School. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice before receiving his doctorate at Northern Illinois University College of Law and passing the bar in 1981. In 1982, after becoming a licensed attorney, Mayor Lovero served as Assistant City Attorney and City Prosecutor to the City of Berwyn. He also practiced at a few Chicago law firms before opening his own law practice within Berwyn that continues today.
Mayor Lovero’s public service experience started in his youth while participating in Boy Scout Troop 63 at St. Mary of Celle in Berwyn; he rose through the ranks and earned the achievement of Eagle Scout. He continued serving the City of Berwyn as 7th Ward Alderman from November 2000 to April 2009. Elected as Berwyn’s Mayor in May of 2009, he has played a vital role in the business development renaissance occurring within the City.
Mayor Lovero has been an active member in the following organizations: West Central Municipal Conference (Executive Board from 11/2010 to present), American Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, West Suburban Bar Association, Justinian Society of Lawyers, Illinois State Bar Association, the Italian-American Civic Organization of Berwyn (President 1996 to 1998 and 2010 Man of the Year), Berwyn Democratic Organization,
In collaboration with the BDC, the Mayor has led the City of Berwyn in creating a more businessfriendly environment within City Hall and in redefining what it means to be a Berwyn business. “Through overhauling the permit process to hosting direct meetings with prospective businesses, I wanted to make a strong business community a cornerstone of my administration. This partnership with the business community has led to a lot of success in Berwyn, and I’m honored to receive this award,” stated, Mayor Lovero. The Piper Award dinner took place on November 3 at Pierre’s Banquets.
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Photo Sharing Reinvented: Get the #BerwynBuzz with Instagram Instagram is a free app for Android and iPhone that provides a fast and simple way to share your photos with friends and family. Take a picture with your smart phone, choose a filter to transform its look and feel and then post it to Instagram. Instagram users can follow each other’s photo postings and “like” the photos. The app gives everyone the ability to be a creative photographer! The app also allows you to share your pictures with your #BerwynBuzz Facebook and Twitter followers. Instagram is a community of users and focuses solely on posting photographs. In order to organize the photos, the app uses hashtags (words or phrases that follow the # symbol) to group pictures and allows these hashtags to be searched. The BDC recently opened an account where we will be posting pictures of grand openings, community events and other activities. You can keep in the loop by following our username @bdc_berwyn. We have created the hashtag #BerwynBuzz so that users can easily find our photos.
Instagram can be as powerful as you want it to be. There are business owners that jump in with both feet and have their customers get involved in the sharing process. For example, at a customer event, a restaurateur announced a custom hashtag and had signage around the event to encourage attendees to take pictures of their friends, the restaurant and their food. It was a simple plan and helped spread the word about the restaurant opening to all of the attendees’ friends and social media followers. Maybe a dish looks so good from a picture on Instagram that the viewer decides to try it next time they are out. Or they see a restaurant that they thought about going to – but never did – and now the picture lured them in. The possibilities are endless and that’s what marketing is all about! Some businesses have run contests for posting great pictures and have rewarded those customers with either a small gift or just a simple mention that thanks them. And who doesn’t want that! There are many ways to use social media. The most important step is starting, testing the waters and seeing what works for you. There’s no wrong way. So have fun, experiment and happy Instagramming! Need help getting started call Gerardo at 708.788.8100.
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news from partners in our 16th Street Theater 16th Street Theater, a program of the North Berwyn Park District, begins its 6th exciting season: The American Dream, with a full slate of engaging, professional theater and ALL-NEW CLASSES to engage and inspire the community! See yourself and your neighbors reflected on-stage, in classes and in spirited discussion about community, immigration, family and neighborhoods. Full details about tickets, subscriptions and classes at www.16thstreettheater.org or 708-795-6704. North Berwyn Park District Did you know North Berwyn Park District offers a variety of programs for adults over 55 years of age? Our many programs at NBPD are designed to meet the ever-changing needs and interests of a growing and active adult population. Everything from Tai Chi to art, themed social events, weekly bingo, monthly movies, lunches, trips and one BIG annual summer party! NBPD also offers a FREE membership to its CLUB 55. Club members receive exclusive mailers, priority registration and discount rewards for trips. Suggestions for adult programs are always welcomed. Gift Certificates are available for purchase year-round. For more information, please call our friendly staff at (708) 749-4900 or visit us at www.nbpd4fun.org. School District 100 School is in session! The Watch DOGS have invaded Hiawatha School! Hiawatha School is engaging fathers and father figures in the community in order to provide positive male role models for the children as well as to provide additional safety in the school. The program, Watch DOGS (Dads of Great Students), is part of a national program to increase fathers’ involvement with their children. Since the program began this school year, 90+ dads and men in the community have organized and signed up to volunteer their time to support the students. Berwyn Police Chief, Jim Ritz and Fire Chief, Denis O’Halloran have committed time to the program. If you are interested in learning more about the Watch DOGS please go to our website and visit Hiawatha School. www.bd100.org On the first day of school, 8.21.12, School District 100 became a total 1:1 school district. Simply put, every student in the district has a laptop they are able to take home. This is an amazing time for our district as we continue to provide the students of District 100 with the most exciting, stimulating education possible. The students, in turn, continue to improve on the ISAT test scores that will drive us to the Board of Education’s goal of becoming a top 25% school district in the State of Illinois. The Berwyn Public Library The Berwyn Public Library supports our community by offering three
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event, where we light all the trees at Mraz Park at Riverside and Oak Park, on Saturday, December 1st at 4:30pm.
Personal Pursuits and Enrichment – Meeting the community’s desire for literature, popular titles and information on high-interest topics; supporting life-long reading; adapting to changes in technology use; providing on and off-site programming for all ages, including clubs, lectures, discussions and programs.
Park facilities, special events and dynamic programming are available throughout the year. For a full list of programs and facilities, look for our seasonal brochures or visit our website, www.berwynparks.org. We can also be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/berwyn.parkdistrict.
...And so much more! All provided at no additional cost to you. Take advantage of what your community has to offer -- stop by the library today, visit us online, or sign up at <http://eepurl.com/coNq1> for a monthly email with upcoming programs, news & events. Morton College Free Community Services Classes! Computers for Community (CIS-006) Topics include: Computer terminology and operation, internet usage, e-mail, computer security, Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. (Students can sign up for either 5 Tuesday classes or 5 Thursday classes, 1pm4pm, room 237-C) English Discoveries (LAN-001): English Discoveries is free English as a second language class. Through the use of web-based software students at any level can experience self-paced learning. Basic computer instruction is provided and a qualified instructor is in every class. (10 Wednesdays, 1pm-4pm, room 237-C) New certificate programs at Morton College! Fire Science The Fire Science Technology is a comprehensive program that prepares students to be firefighters and enhances the careers of current firefighters via an A.A.S. degree and four certificate programs. Supply Chain Management Supply chain management is an interdisciplinary field that emphasizes cross-functional links and seeks to manage those links to enhance a company’s competitive advantage. Morton College registration for spring 2013 Semester begins on November 12, 2012! Transfer courses include the areas of physical sciences, social and behavioral sciences, humanities, fine arts, mathematic, language arts, and more. Finish the year strong with the Berwyn Park District. We just completed fall with yet another successful Safely Spooky Night and now turn our attention towards winter. Those of you lucky enough to have purchased tickets for the Polar Express should look forward to a great time on the train. Don’t forget to start the season off right with the Mraz Holiday Lights
Our newly renovated gym floor at the Liberty Cultural Center will be highlighted in our second season of indoor soccer. This facility is now available for rental as well!
Morton West High School What a summer! Heat, Heat and More Heat!!! Fortunately, as student enters their 2nd month of school, we have been blessed with moderate temperatures. Regardless of the heat, our maintenance crew at Morton West High School has done an awesome job preparing the West Campus for the 2012-13 school year. Listed are the variety of projects completed that has enhanced the look and services to our students at Morton West. Addition of a new computer lab in the Morton West library n Addition of new computer lab in B-Hall 2nd floor n Establishment of 19 zone areas for improved efficiency of copying n Main Gym Floor resurfacing n Complete rehab of the E-Hall restrooms by Main Entrance/Auditorium n Remodeling of M101-M105 to accommodate 10th Grade Supervisory n Renovation of tennis courts n Replacement of lockers in the pool locker rooms n New Sign at Main Entrance n Upgrade of building’s security camera system n New fire alarm system n
Come take a look at the improvements made at the West Campus. Set up an appointment to tour the renovations at West by calling 708-780-4501. Jedlicka Performing Arts Center OPENING SOON: OUTWARD BOUND October 26 - November 10, 2012 Adapted to film twice, Outward Bound is a tale of seven passengers who meet in the lounge of an ocean liner at sea and realize that they have no idea why they are there, or where they are bound. Each of them eventually discovers that they are dead, and they are heading toward Judgment Day. When no producers wanted to stage the production, fearing its unusual combination of fantasy and drama, Vane decided to produce it himself. It proved to be a huge success, becoming the hit of the 1923 London season, and later garnering success in New York as well.
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Ronnie Vrhel received approval for use of TIF funds at Cigars and Stripes to expand the kitchen and renovate the back room to add more seating. Since 1998, Cigars and Stripes has been a full service lounge and cigar shop, offering a variety of entertainment specialty nights featuring everything from comedy open mics to art exhibitions to Wrestlemania viewing parties. Recently, the applicant has had great success with his dining menu with special recognition for his barbecue and hand-cut smoked wings.
One of the Depot District’s larger buildings will receive renovations to help fill vacancies and update an aging façade. Dave Fiore, owner of the building just south of BNSF’s Berwyn train station, will use TIF for interior remodeling, façade work, a fire alarm system and new signage. Mr. Fiore purchased the property in 2008, and current occupants include Perception Lounge and Campanile Construction & Design.
Michael Anthony’s Pizzeria & Bar 6434 W Ogden Ave Nancy DiBiase and Robert Vaisreceived TIF funding in order to install new signage and replace carpeting in their restaurant and bar. Michael Anthony’s serves authentic Italian cuisine including pizza, pasta and sandwiches. A separate bar area allows customers to grab a drink while watching their favorite sports team. The applicants have owned this business since 2008.
Wire 6815 W Roosevelt Rd The applicants requested TIF funds to open a new music production, education and music venue facility in a vacant former Union Hall on Roosevelt Road. The Wire will be a top-flight, full service music production, education and promotional facility. The long term purpose of Wire is to recapture and re-establish the Chicago music scene as a dominant force in the global music industry, as well as develop and nurture new talent, both on the creative and technical ends of the musical spectrum. The main components of the development include recording studios, a music venue and educational programs.
Want to learn more about the City of Berwyn’s TIF incentive or looking for properties that are for lease or sale? Visit Berwyn.net and click on “Economic Development” for information on the programs that can assist your existing or new business. Learn about available programs including Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and the 12
Smile Fixation 7039 W Roosevelt Rd Dr. Berenice Lopez, DDS has been a dentist with Alivio Medical Center since 2008. She is in the process of purchasing the building at 7039 Roosevelt Road for her dental practice. TIF funding will be used to renovate the space. It will offer state-of-the-art general dentistry including prevention, periodontal therapy, restorative prosthodontics, endodontics, orthodontics and cosmetics. Dr. Lopez will provide a bilingual setting for patients. The applicant estimates that the practice will be open by February 2013.
JD Byrider 6539 W Ogden Ave Through the support of the City of Berwyn and the BDC, Aaron Zeigler received TIF for acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of a former Ford dealership site. The new business has created approximately 30 jobs and is anticipated to be one of Berwyn’s top three tax revenue generators. The new store is the 11th dealership in Illinois and the eighth in the Chicagoland area for the Zeigler Automotive Group. The 12,500 square-foot location offers used car sales, financing, eight service bays and a customer service center.
Commercial Loan Program. Browse the Property Search for opportunities. Gather information on Berwyn’s business corridors, demographics and urban planning initiatives. Scan the QR code, which will take you directly to the Property Search page. Contact Kurtis Pozsgay at 708-788-8100 or kurtisp@berwyn.net to set up an appointment to discuss the BDC’s economic development programs and services.
Go Green with I-GO Car Sharing www.igocars.org/join
Save The Date!
Do you know what I-GO Car Sharing is? I-GO is a nonprofit car sharing service, providing eco-friendly selfaccess cars on an hourly basis across the metro area. The Berwyn car, located in the municipal lot just north of the Metra tracks on 32nd Street and Oak Park Avenue, is celebrating its one year anniversary. Whether you are someone who doesn’t own a car and needs one for occasional errands, or a family of two with one car who could sometimes use a second, I-GO could be right for you. I-GO is currently offering discounted membership to new Berwyn members. Visit www.igocars.org/join and enter BERWYN. I-GO is considering leaving Berwyn if use doesn’t pick up. If you were considering a membership, act now before you miss your chance!
Roosevelt Road Holiday Stroll Saturday, December 1 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm www.facebook.com/RooseveltRoad
For a full calendar, visit whyberwyn.com.
Polar Express with the Berwyn Park District Saturday, December 8 & Sunday, December 9 2:45 pm - 5:15 pm (train departs at 2:55 pm) Registration now open at Proksa Park. Must have all individual names & birthdates at time of registration. Santa’s Workshop with the North Berwyn Park District Saturday, December 15 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Community Center of North Berwyn, 1619 S Wesley Ave Santa’s Visit to the Library Monday, December 3 Create your own gingerbread house. Deck the Depot Festival of Lights (Event ad below) Saturday, December 8 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Join us as the Depot District turns into a winter wonderland.
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Grand Openings Del Real Tax Group 2209 S Highland Ave Grand Opening: July 25, 2012
Collision Centers of America 6305 W Ogden Ave Grand Opening: August 9, 2012
Big Guys Sausage Stand 7021 W Roosevelt Rd Grand Opening: August 14, 2012
Meijer Marketplace 7111 W Cermak Rd Grand Opening: August 14, 2012
JD Byrider 6539 W Ogden Ave Grand Opening: August 29, 2012
Start the Party Store 6250-52 W Ogden Ave Grand Opening: October 10, 2012
Berwyn Brings Home The Gold Berwyn Gateway Plaza takes home International Gold Award
The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) has awarded the City of Berwyn and the Berwyn Development Corporation (BDC) with the 2012 IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Gold Award in Real Estate Redevelopment & Reuse. The award was given for work on the Berwyn Gateway Plaza, an urban infill redevelopment project, located at the northeast corner of Cermak Road & Harlem Avenue. The IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Award in Real Estate Redevelopment & Reuse recognizes innovative real estate redevelopment or reuse projects purpose-built or adaptively reused for the creation of jobs or for increasing the tax base. The Berwyn Gateway Plaza demonstrated a measurable and quantitative impact on employment and the tax base and showed an innovative partnership approach between the public and private sector. 14
Berwyn received Governor’s Hometown Award for Roosevelt Road Streetscape Project The Roosevelt Road Streetscape project received a Governor’s Hometown Award for its vast improvement to the appearance of the corridor. The project was driven by a volunteer advisory committee comprised of City representatives, the Berwyn Development Corporation, the Roosevelt Road Business Association and area business owners.
Berwyn Dispatch Center Earns National Award
The Berwyn Police Department’s Telecommunications Unit was awarded national recognition by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Members of this specialized unit completed over ninety hours of training to earn their certifications, making them the first stand alone dispatch center in the State of Illinois. This training is an important local resource in safely returning children who are reported missing.
Welcome New Members August-October 2012
The Berwyn Development Corporation launched a membership drive that ran from June13-October 12. The BDCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ambassadors brought in 41 new members, raising our total to 331. Join us in welcoming our new members. Apex Credit Solutions LLC Miguel Santos 6510 W Cermak Rd Berwyn IL 60402 773-567-2738 Financial Services Berwyn Eagles F.O.E Aerie 2125 Gail Drankie 6309 W 26th St Berwyn IL 60402 708-484-8787 foe.com Civic Organization Capri Ristorante Gigi Rovito 6611 W Roosevelt Rd Berwyn IL 60402 708-637-4085 capriristorante.com Restaurant & Catering Dirty Deeds Environmental Rosa Ordetx PO Box 61 Berwyn IL 60402 773-269-1926 dirtydeedsenvironmental.biz Cleaning Services Flores Painting Corp Claudia Flores 1231 S Oak Park Ave Berwyn IL 60402 708-613-6004 Contractor Friends of Morton Foundation Sallie Nyhan 3801 S Central Ave #137D Cicero IL 60804 847-904-7060 Education Organization Gerard D Haderlein, Attorney At Law Jerry Haderlein 3413 N Paulina St Chicago IL 60657 773-472-2888 GerardDHaderlein.com Attorney
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The Pena Family Berwyn Residents James A Jimenez, Attorney At Law James Jimenez 6514 W Cermak Rd Berwyn IL 60402 708-749-3200 Attorney JCS Construction Jonathan Shack 101 N Marion St Oak Park IL 60301-1023 708-788-4051 jcsbuild.com Contractor/Construction Law Office of Carlos J Gonzalez Carlos Gonzalez Esq 6514 W Cermak Rd Berwyn IL 60402 708-484-8100 abogadocarlosgonzalez.com Attorney Lindaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s This & That Shoppe Linda Bonkowski 6834 W Windsor Ave Berwyn IL 60402 708-484-1902 Retail-Gifts, Cards & Party
Modas Gabriela Gonzalez Lopez 6502 W Cermak Rd Berwyn IL 60402 708-484-9010 facebook.com/ModasInc Apparel & Accessories St Anthony Health Affiliates Michelle Ventura, M.D. 6917 W Cermak Rd Ste B Berwyn IL 60402 708-788-4933 saintanthonyhospital.org Medical Offices Start the Party Store Tom Braun 6250-6252 W Ogden Ave Berwyn IL 60402 708-788-6500 Retail-Gifts, Cards & Party Sun-Times Media / Oak Leaves Mary Jo Homan 1010 W Lake St Ste 104 Oak Park IL 60301 630-320-5419 suntimes.com Media
Tupperware Linda Arnony 5437 S Lotus Ave Chicago IL 60638 773-807-4392 my.tupperware.com/ lindaarnony Retail-Kitchen Accessories Western & Southern Life Maria Acosta 8541 S Cicero Ave Chicago IL 60652 773-968-6525 wslife.com/agent/macosta Insurance/Financial Services West Suburban PADS Heidi Ruehle-May 1851 S Ninth Avenue Maywood IL 60153 708-338-1724 westsuburbanpads.org Social Services Organization
Maple Leaf Studio Thomas Javorcic 3258 S Maple Ave Berwyn IL 60402 815-557-9495 mapleleafstudio.net Graphic Design Meijer Marketplace Marsha Solari 7111 W Cermak Rd Berwyn IL 60402 708-795-3872 meijer.com Grocery Store & General Merchandise
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