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The Village website offers many of its service requests through an online service, click here
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We're on Facebook!
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Residents can now join the Village of Homewood on Facebook. Become a Fan by joining this growing online community. The Village's Profile will keep fans up-to-date and provide networking opportunities. |
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Spring Village Key Online | | |
Click here  to view the Spring issue of the Village Key. |
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Village Manager Resigns | | |
Village Manager Mark Franz recently announced that he has accepted a position with the Village of Glen Ellyn and will be resigning from Homewood on June 24. At Tuesday's Village Board meeting, Franz thanked the Village Board for the privilege and honor of working for the Village of Homewood, stating "I would like to thank the Village President and Village Board for this fantastic opportunity to serve the Homewood community for the last 7 ½ years. I also want to thank all the employees for their hard work and dedication over the years. I want to personally thank the department heads for their strong leadership, ethics, and professionalism. Homewood is in great hands."
Jim Marino, Assistant Village Manager, will be the Interim Village Manager until the position is filled. Franz commented that Jim will do an excellent job, since there is no one in the organization that works harder. Village President Hofeld has established a Search Committee and has initiated the recruitment process to fill the Village Manager's position.
Franz stated that the decision was a difficult one and noted the following, "I will truly miss working for the Village of Homewood and saying good bye to people I respect so much is difficult. Saying good bye to a community that my family loves is equally difficult. I look forward to keeping in touch on all of the great things going on in Homewood."
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Village Hall Closed for Holiday | | |
The Village Hall and Municipal Service Center will be closed Monday, May 30, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 31 at 8:00 AM. On this holiday, customary police and fire emergency services will be available and emergency water and sewer service is available by calling (708) 206-3420. Residential garbage collection for Wednesday will occur on Thursday. |
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Memorial Day Parade
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Monday, May 30 | step off at 10:30 AM
The parade route starts in the parking lot of St. Joseph's Church and travels south down Dixie Highway to Olive Road, and west to the Veterans Memorial Park on Harwood Avenue.
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French Market | | |
French Market
Every Saturday | 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Village Hall Parking Lot
Last week was an awesome opening day for the new Homewood French Market. Vendors boasted their best opener to date and many prospective vendors attended to see the Market's busy foot traffic. Many patrons commented on the new location, the imported canopies, and availability of parking and an ATM machine.
Several new vendors were introduced to the Market this season with many being added each week. In the next few weeks look for a unique selection of wine, meat, olive oils and soaps.
Make a stop at the Market a family tradition this summer season. Most Saturdays will feature live music and children's crafts sponsored by local businesses. |
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Rain Barrel Sales Continued
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Residents have another opportunity to purchase rain barrels this Saturday at the French Market.
- A 50-gallon in brown is available for $55.00.
- A 55-gallon in terra cotta, black, or gray is available for $60.00.
- First-come-first-served basis.
All barrels are 35" to 42" tall, and include a spigot, overflow fitting, and screen inclosure.
Experience an old Homewood tradition with a European twist. Imported French canopies to keep shoppers dry. Restrooms open at 9:00 AM. Ample parking & picnic tables. And, a great variety of vendors.
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Vehicle Stickers & Pet Tags on Sale
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Last day to purchase 2011-12 Vehicle Sticker without late fee is Tuesday May 31. Vehicle stickers will be sold in the Board Room at Village Hall from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Tuesday. Please bring your pre-printed form for faster service. Acceptable forms of payment include cash, check, or credit card.
Late fee of $25 is added to all vehicle sticker sales starting Wednesday, June 1.
Click here to learn more about vehicle stickers, or call (708) 798-3000.
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| H-F Bike Rodeo | |
Saturday, June 4 | 11:00AM - 3:00PM
New Location: James Hart School , 18211 Aberdeen Street
Produced by Active Transportation Alliance, Homewood Police department, Flossmoor police Department, and the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District
What is a Bike Rodeo? A 10-station circuit of bike-safety exercises for the whole family.
Skills will be judged by bicycle police officers. Once the circuit has been completed, the participants' name will be entered into a raffle for great prizes, including a new bike!
The event will include:
· Interactive Emergency Vehicle Display
· Inflatable Bouncer
· Trike Safety Course
· Bubbles from the Glenwood Fire Department
For information, please call (708) 957-PARK, or www.hfparks.com
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Contact Your State Senators & Representatives
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After the largest income tax increase in Illinois history, the General Assembly decided that the State would keep all of the increase and eliminate the portion that would normally go back into local municipalities, like Homewood.
Please contact your State Senators and Representatives before May 31. Send them an email asking them to restore the State income tax share to municipalities to its previous level of 10% rather than the proposed 6% share.
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Art & Garden Street Fair | Downtown Homewood Art & Garden Street Fair
Friday, June 17 | 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Saturday, June 18 | 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Martin Avenue from Ridge Road to Hickory Road
Sponsored by Village of Homewood, Downtown Homewood Business Association, Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra
A highlighted event in the Midwest Art Fairs Journal, exhibitors include all forms of paint application, photography, printmaking, antiques, jewelry, glass works, decorative art, textiles & handicrafts, home & garden accents, from traditional forms to the avant-garde.
Friday's format offers a lively, nighttime atmosphere with a full schedule of live entertainment & dance opportunities, featuring Rio Bamba (lyrics & melodies of Bossa Nova). Sip margaritas & dine on festive foods served by Cilantro Cucino Restaurant & Aurelio's Pizza.
Saturday embodies all of the rich features of an outdoor, cultural experience for art admirers & buyers of all levels. The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra's Brass Quintet will perform during the day & Latin Satin Soul, a popular band at the Taste of Chicago, will close out the evening with music to move to.
Click here for an entertainment schedule.
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| 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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