February 2018 Village of Westchester Newsletter by Village of Westchester, IL

Village of

Westchester FEBRUARY 2018 Newsletter

FIRE DEPARTMENT

POLICE DEPARTMENT

PUBLIC WORKS

SCHOOL DISTRICT

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

LIBRARY

PARK DISTRICT

Peace Poster Winners

Forty-two students in Ms Theony Demakis’ art classes at the Westchester Middle School participated in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest. The worldwide contest is locally sponsored by the Westchester Lions Club. The theme of the 2017 contest is “The Future of Peace” and allowed the participants to create an interpretation of what it means to them. Three posters were selected as the first, second and third place winners and received a monetary prize for their efforts. The first place entry was forwarded to the district level to compete with other entries from clubs in the Chicago area. By February 1, 2018 a worldwide winner will be selected as the best of all entries and be awarded a $5,000 and a trip to the awards ceremony. In addition, there are also 23 Merit Award winners each receiving $500. The local winners are: 1st Place - Amanda Leon; 2nd Place - Nazaliah Vazquez; 3rd Place - Adam Rivera Club President Tom Elsey and Publicity Chairman Chris Martin presented the winners with their awards on December 20, 2017 at the school.

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A Message from the Police Chief – Steven Stelter Well can you believe it, we are already into 2018. My hope is that 2018 is a better year for each of you than 2017 was. As we move forward, 2017 was a year where law enforcement suffered many ruthless assassinations of police officers by cowardly individuals motivated by fear and hate. The men and women of the Westchester Police Department are dedicated individuals who work very hard in providing the best possible service for you, and I want to personally thank the citizens of this community for their support through the shaking of hands, cards, baked goods and e-mails received throughout the year. It is truly appreciated and we will continue to go out every day regardless of what the circumstances and serve and protect those in this community. ______________________________________________________________________________ Crime Cameras – A Community Camera Partnership Do you have a home surveillance camera system on the exterior of your home? If you do, the Westchester Police Department is looking for your help. The Police Department is asking any resident or business owner to register their privately owned surveillance camera system in order to assist in solving crime when it occurs. If a crime occurs in the vicinity of a registered camera, an investigator from the Westchester Police Department may contact the registered owner and ask to review and/or copy the recorded footage relevant to the date and time of the incident. This program is completely voluntary, and any one registered may remove themselves from it at any time and for any reason. If you are interested in registering you home video system, please visit the Village website under the Police Department and click on the link to the left marked Camera Partnership. ______________________________________________________________________________ Parking Restrictions – Snow Removal The snow has already fallen and parking enforcement is in full swing. I would like to remind everyone that after a snowfall of 2 inches or more to be mindful of the parking restrictions the Village has in place. It is imperative everyone follows these laws in order for our public works snow plows to clear the streets as best as they can. It is also important to know the difference between a “snow emergency route” and “alternate side of the street parking.” Both of these are spelled out plain and clear on the Village website within the municipal code section. The section numbers are as follows: Snow Emergency Route – 11.30.020 Times / Alternate Side of the Street – 11.32.1 ______________________________________________________________________________ I wish to recognize the following member of the police department for their work anniversaries during the month of February: February 4th – Officer Richard Kirk 13 years

POLICE BLOTTER 1) At 6:48pm on December 13, 2017 a Theft was reported on the 2100 block of Newcastle. The homeowner reported that unknown person(s) took a package that was delivered by the post office from the front stairs. 2) At 2:16pm on December 15, 2017 a Theft was reported at Panera Bread located at 11215 Cermak Road. A patron advised that her wallet was taken from her purse which contained credit cards and cash. Video tape of the offender using the credit card is being investigated. 3) At 10:52am on December 20, 2017 a Residential Burglary was reported on the 1800 block of Burns. An abandoned home was entered by unknown offender(s) and nothing was taken. 4) At 12:24pm on December 21, 2017 a Theft from Auto was reported on the 2800 block of Brighton Ct. The vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) entered their unlocked vehicle and removed prescriptions and money from the vehicle while it was parked on the street. 5) At 6:14am on December 23, 2017 a Criminal Damage to Property report was taken on the 1500 block of Portsmouth. A male subject was observed running from the scene immediately after glass breaking was heard. The vehicle owner then advised there was damage to 4 windshields to their vehicle parked in front. 6) At 5:33pm on December 28, 2017 a Residential Burglary was reported on the 900 block of Cromwell. A residence was burglarized by unknown person(s) after they gained entry by force and removed miscellaneous items from the residence. 7) At 4:28pm on January 7, 2018 a Criminal Damage to Auto was reported on the 1200 block of Evers. The owner reported that unknown person(s) gained entry to their vehicle and damaged the inside of the vehicle.

Public Works FEBRUARY 2018

Branch pickup and yard waste pickup will resume in April 2018. The Public Works Department has been filling potholes with cold patch throughout the winter months, weather permitting. Please call Public Works at 708345-0041 to report a pothole. Restoration of parkways that have been damaged by sewer and water excavations and/or snow plow damage will resume next spring, as weather permits. As always, Village residents are asked to call Public Works at 708-345-0041 or the police non-emergency number (after hours) at 708-345-0060 if an unusual amount of water is visible in the street or parkway. This could be a main break or water leak that requires our immediate attention.

Adopt a fire hydrant this winter season! Help keep the hydrant clear of snow so that the fire department can easily access the hydrant in case of an emergency and so that the snow plows can easily identify the hydrants while plowing snow.

Keep Your Water Pipes From Freezing Inside water pipes could be more susceptible to freezing this time of year when the air temperature outside is below freezing for more than a few days. To avoid frozen pipes you should make sure your basement is heated where the water meter and water pipes are located. Also insulate water pipes which are against outside walls. Make sure all windows or cracks which allow cold outside air in are sealed.

Waste Management “At Your Door Service” If you have household hazardous waste items or electronic items to dispose of, please call Waste Management’s “At your Door Service “ at 800-449-7587 to arrange for pickup.

Snow Season Has Arrived Village Snow Restrictions Public Works crews work to keep our streets free of snow and ice during the winter months. Please assist us by observing the following: •

Place garbage cans and bins behind the curb line- do not place them in the street

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Do not throw or blow snow back in to the cleared streets

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Observe “ NO PARKING SNOW ROUTE” signs

Please observe the new “NO PARKING SNOW ROUTE “signs. The snow portion of the signs will be enforced only after 2 inches of snow have fallen and will be enforced between December 1st and March 31st. Please be mindful of the Village snow restrictions: If you reside on a Primary designated SNOW ROUTE, after 2 inches of snowfall you must remove all of the vehicles from the snow route. The cars and trucks must stay off the street until the streets are cleaned thoroughly by the plows by Public Works. If the snowfall is continuing the restriction is in place until PW ceases the plowing for the day. (Example: Westchester Blvd, Canterbury St., Gladstone St., Drury Ln, Boeger Ave, Mayfair Ave, Sunnyside Ave. etc.) Please check the signs at the corners of your block.

AFTER 2 INCHES OF SNOW, on a secondary route, there is no parking Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday on the even numbered house side and no parking Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday on the odd numbered house side. Please check the signs at the corners and center of your block for guidance. (This includes ALL side streets not designated a Primary snow route)

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Chamber

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St. Joseph 10

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Calendar FEBRUARY 2018

Thursday, February 1 Divine Providence Parish- 7:30am Mass and 7:30pm Adult Choir Rehearsals 2550 Mayfair Ave. www.dprov. org

Center and 7:30pm Adult Choir Ministry Center and 7:30pm Adult Rehearsal in Church. Choir Rehearsal in Church. Friday, February 9

Friday, February 16

WMS Valentine’s Day Dance (2:50- Westchester Public Schools 5:15 PM) Teacher Institute Day, No School for Students Divine Providence Parish7:30am Friday, February 2 Communion Service in Church Divine Providence Parish- 7:30am followed by St. Peregrine Devotion Communion Service in Church. Divine Providence ParishStaff Development-No School 7:30am Communion Service and Eucharistic Adoration 8am-4pm Stations of the Cross at 7pm in Saturday, February 10 Church Divine Providence ParishSaturday, February 3 Confessions 3:15-3:45 and 4pm Saturday, February 17 Divine Providence Parish- Anticipated Mass in Church Confessions 3:15-3:45 and 4pm USED SHOES AND NEW SOCK Divine Providence ParishAnticipated Mass in Church- DRIVE-drop off before or after Mass. Confessions 3:15-3:45 and 4pm Blessing of the Throats after all Manna Certificate Sale Weekend. Anticipated Mass in Church Masses Certificates are available in Church 8th Grade Bake Sale after Mass after each Mass. Sunday, February 18 Sunday, February 4

Sunday, February 11

Divine Providence Parish- 8:30am Mass and 10:30am Mass-Blessing of the Throats after all Masses 8th Grade Bake Sale after Mass 11:30am First Holy Communion Meeting in the Church

Divine Providence Parish- 8:30am and 10:30am Mass in Church.

Divine Providence Parish- 7:30am Mass in Church- USED SHOES AND Monday, February 19 NEW SOCK DRIVE-drop off before or after Mass. Manna Certificate Westchester Public Schools Sale Weekend. Certificates are Presidents’ Day, No School available in Church after each Mass. Confirmation Retreat 1pm- Divine Providence Parish-7:30am 5pm in the School. Mass in Church. Presidents DayMonday, February 5 No Classes Divine Providence Parish-7:30am Monday, February 12 Mass and 4:15pm Religious Tuesday, February 20 Education Classes WPS SMILE Illinois Mobile Dentist Divine Providence Parish-7:30am Divine Providence Parish7:30am Mass in Church. Tuesday, February 6 Mass and 4:15pm Religious Board of Education Committee of Education Classes Wednesday, February 21 the Whole Meeting at WMS (6:30 PM) Divine Providence Parish-8:00am Tuesday, February 13 Mass in Church with School Divine Providence Parish-7:30am WPS SMILE Illinois Mobile Dentist Children attending and 4:30pm Mass Tai Chi Chuan for Wellness Class in Divine Providence Parish- 7:30am Church Narthex. Mass. Burning of the Palms at Wednesday, February 7 8:15am in the school courtyard Thursday, February 22 Divine Providence Parish-8:00am and St. Vincent DePaul Society Mass in Church with School Mtg at 7pm in the Ministry Center. Board of Education Meeting at Children attending and 4:30pm WMS (Cafeteria @ 7:00 PM) Tai Chi Chuan for Wellness Class in Wednesday, February 14 Church Narthex. Divine Providence Parish-7:30am Divine Providence Parish- ASH Mass in Church- 8am Lenten WEDNESDAY-Mass with Ash Reflection in the Ministry Center Thursday, February 8 Distribution at 7am, 9am, and 9:30am Quilters Guild Meeting in Westchester Public Schools 8th 6:30pm the Ministry Center and 7:30pm Grade Graduation Pictures Adult Choir Rehearsal in Church. Thursday, February 15 Divine Providence Parish-7:30am Friday, February 23 Mass in Church- 9:30am Quilters Divine Providence Parish- 7:30am Guild Meeting in the Ministry Mass. 8am Lenten Reflection in the Divine Providence Parish- 7:30am DIVINE PROVIDENCE-------DIVINE INFANT OVER 50 CLUB Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at 1:30pm. Weather permitting. Doors will open at 1:00 p.m.

Membership is now open. If you have not renewed please do so. Membership is $15.00, and as always on an annual basis. NEW MEMBERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. You must be a registered parishioner at either Divine Providence or Divine

Infant. If you are interested please call Marilyn, our Membership Chairman, at 708-236-5757 for an application. At our March 7th meeting we will be having our St. Joseph/St. Patrick box luncheon. Tickets will be available for

Communion Service in Church. 5pm Lenten Simple Supper in Ministry Center. Stations of the Cross at 7pm in Church. Saturday, February 24 Band Solo & Ensemble Contest @ WIS (8:00 AM) Divine Providence ParishSacrament of First Reconciliation a 11:30am in the Church. Confessions 3:15-3:45 and 4pm Anticipated Mass in Church. Manna Certificate Sale Weekend. Certificates are available in Church after each Mass. Sunday, February 25 Divine Providence Parish- 8:30am and 10:30am Mass in Church. Manna Certificate Sale Weekend. Certificates are available in Church after each Mass. Monday, February 26 Divine Providence Parish- 7:30am Mass and 4:15pm Religious Education Classes. Renew My Church Town Hall Meeting in the Mayfair Room at 6pm. Tuesday, February 27 Divine Providence Parish- 7:30am Mass Wednesday, February 28 School Improvement Early Release Day (see school calendar for time schedule) Divine Providence Parish-8:00am Mass in Church with School Children attending and 4:30pm Tai Chi Chuan for Wellness Class in Church Narthex. Monday, March 5 Westchester Public Schools Casimir Pulaski Day, No School Tuesday, March 6 Board of Education Committee of the Whole Meeting at WMS (6:30 PM)

sale at our February 7th meeting. Cost of tickets will be $10.00 for members, and $12.00 for guests. If you have any questions, please call Kay @708-562-3760.

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