Village of
Westchester JUNE, 2021
MAYORAL: OBJECTIVE: From the Desk of President Frank Perry
POLICE DEPARTMENT
3
PUBLIC WORKS
4
FIRE DEPARTMENT
5
WATER REPORT
7
LIBRARY
11
SCHOOL DISTRICT
13
SPOTLIGHT ON SENIORS
20
First and foremost I’d like to show my appreciation to all voters, residents and supporters by saying THANK YOU! We have a great “diamond in the rough “community that has always come together to help each other in a myriad of ways. We have a community that raises each other’s children, protects each other’s houses when on vacation and does odd jobs when times are tough. We cook for each other, clear snow for neighbors, and have an overall connection as a neighborhood. We are Westchester!! After the new board was sworn, I shared some objectives, initiatives and future goals. I’d like to take the opportunity to reiterate what we have been working on and what is to come.
COMMUNITY AND EVENTS - SENIORS Bus Program for Westchester Seniors – This is a program that we are working to implement this calendar year. Westchester Seniors will have a dedicated bus that can be used to take them to doctor appointments, shopping and to other nearby locations. We have included the cost of this program in the proposed budget for the current fiscal year. S ● enior Center/Senior Programs – As we will be relocating Village Hall in the coming months, our new location will include an area that will house Senior Programs. The Village will also have a Senior care coordinator who will organize and work with the Senior community to develop new programs and activities that will be available for Westchester Seniors. S ● enior Services – We will be offering snow removal services and lawn services at a discounted rate to seniors who wish to sign up for these services.
OTHER COMMUNITY AND EVENTS Special Events – The Village is working on adding new and more frequent events offered to the residents. We are currently planning the 4th of July Parade, Westchester Fest as well as an Oktoberfest. More details will be available in the coming weeks on those events and we will be looking to add even more events next year. E ● nvironmental Sustainability/Beautification Committee – Some years ago the Village had an Environmental Sustainability Committee; however, in the past 4 years it has not been active. We will be bringing this committee back and will also be creating a beautification committee. The two will work hand in hand to improve the overall visual appeal of the Village. P ● ark Patrol/RV Patrol – We will be purchasing an
RV for police to utilize to patrol the parks and other areas of town which will assist in keeping our parks safe and allow for law enforcement to be more visible and accessible.
COMMUNICATION IMPROVEMENTS B ● reakfast with the Board – The Village will host a monthly event that will allow residents the opportunity to talk with their elected officials on a more personal level, ask questions, voice ideas/ concerns while enjoying breakfast. N ● ew Website – We have been working with an outside company to overhaul our website to make it more user friendly for residents. We will also be working on a community calendar so residents can see what events are happening throughout the Village; and not just those sponsored by the village, but also with the school district, park district, food pantry, library, etc. Our vision is to have one place to go to get information on anything happening in town. We will also be adding a section that communicates monthly highlights, Board News and an overview from the President. A ● ccessibility of Village Officials – In the coming months I will be working to designate specific members of the board who will act as the liaison between the residents and the various areas of the Village. This will allow for residents to ask questions and receive answers quicker as well as communicate concerns or needs that they may have from a specific department.
DEVELOPMENT Mannheim and Roosevelt Development – We have been working with developers to add new retail development along Mannheim and Roosevelt. We are now in the final stages and anticipate construction to begin in the coming months. S ● t. Joe’s Property – We are working hand in hand and communicating constantly with St. Joseph administrators to make sure their property is sold and developed in a manner that will benefit both the Village of Westchester and the Christian Brothers. As you can see there are a lot of wonderful things in the works and so much great is in store for our Village! Myself and the BOA are committed to serving our residents and we are always working to improve our community. By accomplishing these goals and meeting these initiatives we will see our Village transform, reach potentials, and shine Together we are Westchester strong!