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The following Homewood Advisory Groups have meetings scheduled through June 10:
*Community Relations Commission
*Rail Committee
*Appearance Committee
*Village Board of Trustees
*Tree Committee
Click on the Calendar link for specific dates, times,meeting locations, and cancellations. |
| Village Ordinances You'll Want to Know About |
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| Check Out Events For 2009 |
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The Village co-sponsors several events throughout the year. Find out what's in store for 2009. Click here. |
| Event Applications Available on Village Website |
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Interested in participating in one of Homewood's upcoming events? The following applications are available online:
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| Vehicle Stickers Displayed by June 1 |
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The late fee of $25.00 per sticker will be assessed for vehicle stickers purchased on and after June 1. All vehicle stickers must be displayed by June 1. |
| Watering Restrictions |
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| The use of sprinklers is prohibited between the hours of 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM through September. Watering shrubs, plants, trees and gardens is permitted at any time, but only by low volume watering systems such as drip, bubble emitters or a hand held hose. Maintenance chores such as washing cars, etc. are also permitted. Watering permits are available at the Village Hall for newly seeded or sodded lawns. |
| Pet Licenses |
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Pet licenses may be obtained at Village Hall. All dogs and cats six months or older are required to be licensed with 2009-2010 tags by May 31. Owners must provide a veterinarians' certificate of a current rabies inoculation. Licensing fees are $10 for the first pet and $5 for each additional animal The Homewood Municipal Code limits the maximum number of animals to four per household. |
| Giant Sidewalk Sale and Flea Market: June 6 |
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On Saturday, June 6 from 10 AM to 5 PM, downtown shops and boutiques will host a giant sidewalk sale, featuring summer specials and discounts. Visit the website for the Downtown Homewood Business Association. |
| Flossmoor Fine Art Fair |
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The Homewood Area Chamber will host its annual Fine Art Fair on Saturday and Sunday, June 6 and June 7 in downtown Flossmoor. This is the 28th year of the juried fair, which features artists from all over the Midwest who come to display their unique, one of a kind works of art. During the fair there will be several activities for families at the H-F Park District's cultural arts tent and inside the Flossmoor Public Library. Food will be provided by Fresh Starts Restaurant and Wine Shop and the Flossmoor Station and Brewery. The fair will feature live entertainment. For details, please visit the Chamber website, or call (708) 206-3384. |
| Art and Garden Street Fair |
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The Downtown Homewood Business Association is proud to present its upcoming Downtown Homewood Art and Garden Street Fair scheduled for Saturday, June 20 from 10 AM to 6 PM on Martin Avenue from Ridge Road to Hickory Road in charming downtown Homewood.
- Visit one-of-a-kind artisans specializing in fine art, jewelry, pottery, textiles, and photography
- Shop gorgeous garden accessories and fine antiques
- View the President's Art Contest exhibition
- Hands-on activities for families, including beading and mosaic projects
- Gourmet fare and wine tastings
- Antique car show (Drivin' the Dixie) and opening day of Homewood's Farmers Market
Free patron admission and plentiful parking
- Walking distance from Metra and Amtrak commuter station; exit ramps off I-80 and I-294
- Merchant open houses and special promotions
- Enter to win one-of-a-kind art pieces donated by participating vendors
For more information about the Fair, or the President's Art Contest, call (708) 206-3375. |
| Farmers' Market |
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| The Downtown Homewood Farmers' Market runs through October 17. The market is held every Saturday from 8 AM to 1 PM. This year, the market will be held in the parking lot of St. Paul Community Church located at 18200 Dixie Highway.
Shoppers will find a vast array of specialty products and organic produce, including fresh cut flowers and perennials, coffee and tea, culinary herbs, and specialty meats and cheeses.
Market Vendors:
- Fatty's: gourmet baked goods
- Hansel Farms: organic produce, dairy, and flowers
- Herr Farms: organic produce and flowers
- Homewood Kitchen Gardeners: organic produce
- Howard's Dog Bakery: organic dog treats
- Jeffrey Farms: produce and flowers
- Labriola Breads: fresh breads
- Lyons Fruit Farm: produce and flowers
- Oh Fudge: gourmet fudge and chocolate
- Paula Newton's Jams: jams, jellies, and fruit butter
- Rosanne Tadsen: produce, flowers, granolas
- Stamper Cheese: gourmet cheeses
- The Pampered Chef: kitchen items and pantry goods
- Watkins Products: organic household products and spices
- Witvoet Farmstand: produce and flowers
Vendor listing subject to change throughout the season.
This year, the Village will offer green activities for eco-minded residents on five dates during the season:
- June 27: Purchase a rain barrel and learn how to incorporate a rain garden in any landscape.
- July 25: Free document shredding and recycling.
- August 22: Free electronic waste recycling.
- September 26: Free medication recycling
- October 17: Free CFL light bulb distribution to all market shoppers.
For more than two decades, Homewood's market has linked local farmers to consumers with fresh nutritious foods. For market information, please call 206-3375.
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| Free Workshop for Senior Care |
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| This is the time of year that everyone wants to get outside and enjoy the weather. For someone suffering from Alzheimers or another dementia, it's a whole new ballgame. Steps need to be taken inside the home and outside to be sure they are safe and secure. If you or someone you know has made the difficult decision of becoming the caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimers or any other form of dementia, Independent Days Adult and Senior Care Center is offering a free seminar that will answer many questions. The seminar is on Wednesday, June 17. Sign in and refreshments will take place from 5:30 PM -6:00 PM and the seminar with Q and A session will be from 6:00 PM -7:00 PM. Space is limited, so please R.S.V.P. by calling (708) 206-1430. *Free day care service will be provided for those in need. |
| 50/50 Sidewalk Program |
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The Village of Homewood has a 50/50 share-the-cost sidewalk replacement program. Under the 50/50 program, the Village and the homeowner share equally in the costs related to the replacement of deteriorated or hazardous public sidewalks. If a hazardous condition exists, the resident can complete an application and return to the Department of Public Works. The Engineering Division will inspect the deteriorated/hazardous sidewalk to determine replacement eligibility under this program. The following conditions must exist for repair or replacement consideration:
- walk has sunken or risen to a height difference of one inch or more between sections
- walk is broken or separated into three or more pieces
- 50 percent or more of the surface has deteriorated
If qualified, the request is then added to the ongoing sidewalk replacement list maintained by the Village. In order to guarantee competitive prices, the Village publicly bids the project in the spring of each year. The actual replacement of the sidewalk takes place in the summer months. The total cost is shared 50% by the resident and 50% by the Village. An invoice will be sent to the resident after the work is completed. Questions can be directed to Don Anderson, Village Project Coordinator at (708) 206-2908. |
| Online Water Bill Payments Now Available! |
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Pay your water/sewer bill online:
- Log on to the Village website and select "Pay Your Water Bill On-Line"
- Follow the easy payment instructions
- First time users, please use your 12 digit water account number, without any dashes, for both your account number and your password
- Select to have an E-Bill notification sent to your e-mail address, print your current bill and view your usage and payment histories
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| Firefighter Honored at Memorial Day Ceremony |
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Firefighter/Paramedic Steve DeJong was recognized for his two tours of duty, Afghanistan and Iraq, at the Homewood Memorial Day Ceremony. DeJong was also part of the unveiling of the Purple Heart Memorial because he received a Purple Heart during his service. |
| Backyard Flooding |
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The Village will assist residents who experience flooding in their yard by providing design and engineering consultation and some materials to create proper drainage. The resident needs to perform the installation or hire a contractor. Contact the Department of Public Works at (708) 206-3470 for more information on this service. |
| FAQ: Mediation Program |
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| Q: Does the Village have a service for neighbors in need of conflict resolution?
A: Yes. The Community Relations Commission administers a mediation program designed to help residents and businesses confront and resolve a wide array of disputes, such as excessive noise, parking grievances, yard/tree maintenance, damaged property, racial or ethnic discord, consumer complaints, and landlord - tenant disagreements. Disputes involving alleged violations of local laws, codes, and ordinances are exempt from the Village program.
For information about the mediation program, contact the Manager's Office at (708) 206-3375. |
| Electronic Neighborhood Watch Alerts |
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 The Homewood Police Department has moved its Electronic Neighborhood Watch Alerts to the same email marketing service as the e-Newswire. If you are a subscriber, make sure to update your profile by adding the Electronic Neighborhood Watch list to your interests.
If you are not a subscriber of the e-Newswire or Electronic Neighborhood Watch community, sign up now. |
Welcome to Homewood's e-Newswire, a bi-weekly electronic newsletter, containing information pertinent to Homewood's residents and business community. The Village has transitioned to this format to provide up-to-date information on its projects, programs,and plans. Subscribe today! |
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