FENTON SCHOOL BOARD GOOD GOVERNANCE AWARD

Our Fenton Board of Education deserves a huge shout out for being one of only 33 school boards in all of Illinois to earn the 2022 School Board Governance Recognition. This is presented by the Illinois Association of School Boards, which is an association of peers established in December 1913 to help guide school boards in fulfilling their duties to taxpayers.

President Kit Tingpalpong, Vice President Juliet Rago, Secretary Leo Figueroa, board members Sylvia Hayde, Cary Lewis, John Radzinski, and former board member Patty Jalowiec all work extremely hard to make important decisions for our school. We have a great school thanks to their many contributions and difficult discussions over the years. Congratulations!

Fenton Music Student Performs In Ilmea Honors Choir

Congratulations to senior Aiden Torres for being selected to the Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) All-State Honors Choir! This is the top choral ensemble that took center stage at the statewide festival in January.

Earlier this school year Aiden was among several Fenton students who were selected for the ILMEA District 1 Festival, and his same audition was then advanced to the state level where he was chosen from a large pool of applicants from across Illinois.

Congratulations to Aiden, his family, and Choir Director Seredy Williams for all the hard work!

SPRING MUSICAL: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

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Fenton High School’s Theater Department presents Little Shop of Horrors for its annual Spring Musical this April. A nerdy florist seeks romance with the help of a giant man-eating plant who has a constant need to be fed. It’s a fun high-energy show that never takes itself too seriously and provides our students with great opportunities to show off their acting, singing and dancing skills.

Show dates are scheduled for April 20, 21 and 22. Senior Citizens are invited to a free seniors matinee show at 1 pm on April 22. Seniors can reserve a spot at the senior matinee by call 630.860.8620.

As the show dates approach, please check the Fenton website (www.fenton100.org) for updates.

Save the Date

Fenton Cinco De Mayo Kermes

Fenton’s newest fundraiser returns on Saturday, May 6. Mark your calendar for a day of food, music, face painting, and games.

This annual event was spearheaded by School Board Member Leo Figueroa, who will spend several nights helping prepare the many different dishes available for purchase. The menu typically includes Tacos, Gorditas, Tamales, Sopes, Tortas, Enchiladas, Fried Tilapia, Fresca, and more!

A soccer tournament and 5K race typically kicks off the Kermes at 10 am and a band closes out the Kermes in the evening. More details will be posted our website fenton100.org as the date gets closer.

This is a family-friendly event is co-sponsored by the Bensenville Park District and open to the public. Remember, all proceeds benefit Fenton students!

Guarde la fecha

Fenton Cinco De Mayo Kermes

La recaudación de fondos más reciente de Fenton regresa el sábado 6 de mayo. Marque su calendario para un día de comida, música, pintura de caras y juegos.

Este evento anual fue encabezado por el miembro de la Junta Escolar Leo Figueroa, quien pasará varias noches ayudando a preparar los diferentes platos disponibles para la compra. ¡El menú generalmente incluye tacos, gorditas, tamales, sopes, tortas, enchiladas, tilapia frita, fresca y más!

Un torneo de fútbol y una carrera de 5 km suelen dar inicio a la Kermes a las 10 a. m. y una banda cierra la Kermes por la noche. Se publicarán más detalles en nuestro sitio web fenton100.org a medida que se acerque la fecha.

Este es un evento familiar copatrocinado por el Distrito de Parques de Bensenville y abierto al público. ¡Recuerde, todos los ingresos benefician a los estudiantes de Fenton!

RISING FRESHMEN EXPLORE FENTON, WILL BE HERE SOON

Thank you to all our Rising Freshmen (8th Graders) for attending our Class of 2027 Welcome Night on Thursday, January 12. It was so exciting to see these Future Bison explore our hallways and picture themselves in our blue and orange jerseys. President Kit Tingpalpong, School Board Member Cary Lewis, Principal Bentsen, our teachers, and our Link Crew student volunteers are thrilled by the high level of participation and the great questions. We had nearly 200 students and their families in attendance.

Please watch for more information about the transition process. Fenton will announce summer programming opportunities in March or April. This will include credit bearing courses, fun non-credit bearing summer classes, our Advanced Placement (AP) Boot Camp, and various athletic summer camps.

Of course, summer registration is always in July. As new members of our Fenton Family, the registration process can be overwhelming. Please feel free to call our main office with any questions.

Fenton Administrator Wins Innovative Technology Director Award

Congratulations to Fenton’s Dr. Jim Batson on winning the Innovative Technology Director Award from Tech & Learning, which is a national publication that delivers news on technology in education. Dr. Batson was one of three winners for the Chicago region The nomination written for Dr. Batson focused on his contributions to Fenton’s equity mission.

Village of Bensenville

12 South Center Street

Bensenville, Illinois 60106 www.bensenville.il.us

630.766.8200

President Frank DeSimone

Trustees

Rosa Carmona

Ann Franz

Marie T. Frey

McLane Mac Lomax

Nicholas Panicola Jr.

Armando Perez

Village Clerk

Nancy Quinn

Village Manager

Evan K. Summers

Bensenville residents beginning this spring. Residents can choose to pick up their mulch or have it delivered by the Public Works Department. This opportunity is the result of in-town brush pickups, tree trimmings, and tree removals throughout the year. For additional details or to print a delivery application, please visit the Village’s website.

Mulch Delivery

Delivery will take place during the week of May 8th through May 12th and can accommodate up to 250 Bensenville households. To register for the program, residents must submit a signed application and waiver to Village Hall or the Bensenville Public Works Department by May 3, 2023. Residents can choose between a ½ truckload (2.5 cubic yards) or a full truckload (5.0 cubic yards). The drop-off location will be arranged following the approval of your application.

SELF-SERVE

A concrete mulch bin is located in the northeast corner of the Public Works Facility parking lot and is available 7 days a week. Residents are responsible for loading mulch and bringing their own containers, shovels, and transportation. The property is under surveillance - please be respectful of other residents and the Public Works Facility.

SENIOR GRASS-CUTTING PROGRAM

The Village of Bensenville is pleased to announce the return of our Senior/Disabled Grass Cutting Program. This program is designed to be a low-cost solution for residents in need of assistance with grass cutting on their property. The Village hires independent contractors to provide common grass-cutting services and will subsidize fifty percent (50%) of the cost.

For complete program details, visit the Village website or call the Bensenville Public Works Department at 630.350.3435.

COST BREAKDOWN GRASS CUTTING SERVICE

Residential Address Number Reminder

Cost of Service Village Subsidy Cost to Resident (per visit) (per visit) (per visit)

Standard Service (includes spring cleanup, $25.00 $12.50 $12.50 grass cutting, edging of hardscape, and fall cleanup)

Eligibility Requirements

SENIOR PROGRAM

DISABLED PROGRAM

Applicant must own property (copy of recent property tax bill required) (copy of recent property tax bill required)

Applicant must own property

Applicant must be over 65 years old

Applicant must be disabled (copy of property tax bill with senior exemption required) (copy of Secretary of State disability placard or other means of proof or registration of disability)

The Village reminds residents that buildings are required to have approved address numbers plainly visible from the street as well as alleyways. This helps first responders navigate to the correct location when responding to an emergency. These numbers must contrast with their background and be no smaller than four inches in height and three inches wide. Address numbers should be clearly visible and not obstructed by trees or other greenery.

Applicant annual household income must be

Applicant annual household income must be less than $65,000 less than $65,000

We’re Hiring!

Household must not have any other person

Household must not have any other person able to cut grass able to cut grass

HONOR FLIGHT CHICAGO LAW ENFORCEMENT HOCKEY CLASSIC | MARCH 11

The Law Enforcement Hockey Classic returns to the Edge Ice Arena in Bensenville on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 6 p.m. This exciting, family-friendly evening is highlighted by a spirited clash between teams from the Chicago Police Department and the Chicago branch of the FBI. The event includes fun side games like ChuckA-Puck, a silent auction and raffle items, and a new dedicated youth fun area with more games and activities!

Tickets are $25 for adults ($30 at the door) and $10 for kids 12 and under. Groups of more than 10 can purchase tickets for a special $15 per ticket price by calling the Honor Flight Chicago office at 773.227.8387. Dedicated skyboxes are available for groups of up to 15! Skybox purchasers receive complimentary catering in their box while enjoying the action on the ice.

For additional information, call the Honor Flight Chicago Office at 773.227.8387 or visit honorflightchicago.org.

The Village is currently hiring for a variety of positions in multiple departments. To view all current openings, please visit the Village website and select the Employment Opportunities icon located on the home page.

A majority of these open positions are located in our Recreation Department and include Zamboni Operators, Cleaning Staff, Customer Service Representatives, Redmond Park Grounds Crew, Lifeguards, Swim Lesson Instructors, and Aqua Fitness Instructors.

Addison Township Electronics Recycling Dates

Addison Township offers a variety of recycling opportunities throughout the year that are available to Bensenville residents. Their recycling program includes electronics, textiles, books, and paper.

Note that all acceptable items are free of charge, excluding CRT, flat screens, projection TVs, and monitors.

Under 21” = $25/unit

21” and over = $35/unit

Accepted items include computers, laptops, servers, computer monitors, televisions, printers, facsimiles, scanners, VCR & DVD players, video game consoles, cable & converter boxes, satellite receivers, electronic keyboards, mice, portable music players, adapters, power supplies, cell phones, modems, and tablets.

Location

Addison Township Highway Garage

411 West Potter Street Wood Dale | Illinois 60191

2023 drop-off dates

May 6, 2023

August 5, 2023

November 4, 2023

Time

All event dates run from 8 am – 12 pm

For additional details, please visit addisontownship.com or call 630.766.2228.

SPRING INTO ACTION!

Spring is just around the corner and with warmer weather comes the opportunity for many home improvement projects. Please be mindful of the Village code to avoid a citation this spring. For questions regarding Village rules and regulations, stop by the Community and Economic Development counter at Village Hall or call 630.350.3413.

1. Parking on Grass and Inoperable Vehicles are Prohibited | All parking and driveway areas shall be paved with asphalt, concrete or approved paver brick and kept in good repair. Parking on the grass or gravel is not permitted. No inoperative or unlicensed motor vehicle shall be parked, kept or stored on any premises. Motor vehicles owned by village residents require a village sticker.

2. Tall Grass & Weeds / Alley Clean Up | All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or grass growth in excess of 8”. The exterior property shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition. Maintain the alley free from tall grass, weeds, trash, rubbish, and low-hanging tree branches.

3. Trash, Recycle, TVs & Electronics Curbside | Garbage and yard waste containers can be put to the curb or alley no earlier than 12 hours prior to pick-up and must be removed no later than 12 hours after pickup. Electronic devices including TVs and computer electronics shall not be placed at the curb for disposal. Contact your local recycling center for disposal. Additionally, Addison Township offers several recycling events each year.

4. Brush Pick-up & Maintenance of Parkway Trees | Republic Services collects brush from April through November. Individual branches less than three feet in length and one inch in diameter will be picked up on your regular trash collection day from your regular collection point. Village crews collect larger brush on the first Monday of each month from April through November. Parkway trees are maintained as part of the Village’s Urban Forest Tree Preservation & Protection Plan. If a parkway tree appears damaged or in need of pruning, contact Public Works at 630.350.3435 or via the SeeClickFix app.

2023 VILLAGE BRUSH AND BRANCH PICK-UP Do Not Bundle Brush or Branches

2023 Dates April 3, 2023 August 7, 2023

May 1, 2023 September 5, 2023 (Tuesday after Labor Day)

June 5, 2023 October 2, 2023

July 3, 2023 November 6, 2023

REPUBLIC SERVICES collects April through November: individual branches less than three feet in length and one inch in diameter on your regular trash collection day from your regular collection point. Place in biodegradable paper bags or garbage cans with two Yard Waste Only labels attached. Yard Waste Only stickers can be picked up for free at the Village Hall. Republic Services collects these branches with other residential yard waste.

To discard root balls, break them up into small enough pieces to fit into your trash container for Republic Services to collect.

VILLAGE CREWS collect larger brush on the first full week of each month from April through November with the following regulations:

• Brush may be placed on the parkway for collection beginning the Friday before the scheduled collection week, but no later than 7:00 am on the first Monday of each month.

• Each street receives a single collection during a scheduled week; placing brush or branches out after the deadline can result in a citation and no pickup.

• Brush piles should be placed on the street side of the property NOT in the alleys.

• Place cut ends of brush and branches towards the street without root systems.

• Individual branches must not exceed eight inches (8”) in diameter.

• Items larger than eight inches (8”) in diameter, materials such as construction wood, branches with nails or spikes, wooden fence pieces, rose branches, poison ivy and grass clippings/rakings are not collected during brush pick-up and must be disposed of by the resident through other means.

• Brush collection is for single-family residences only.

• Contractor-generated brush will NOT be collected.

• NO bundling of piles with rope or wire.

• Branches smaller than three feet (3’) in length and one inch (1”) in diameter should be placed in bio-degradable bags or cans labeled “yard waste only” for pickup by Republic Services.

200 South Church Road

Bensenville | Illinois 60106 www.benlib.org 630 766 4642

HOURS

MONDAY | 9 AM-9 PM

TUESDAY | 9 AM-9 PM

WEDNESDAY | 9 AM-9 PM

THURSDAY | 9 AM-9 PM

FRIDAY | 9 AM-5 PM

SATURDAY | 9 AM-5 PM

SUNDAY | 1 PM-5 PM

Board of Trustees

Linda Weiss | President

Tina Lux | Vice President

Susan Earley | Treasurer

Mandi Zalewski | Secretary

Dr. Consuelo Cabral-Marquez

Dr. Ciuinal Lewis

Kathleen “Kathy” Quinn

Chris Sloan | Library Director

LIBRARY CLOSINGS

Sunday, April 9, 2023 – Easter Sunday