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HAPPY NEW YEAR!! 2016 IS HERE! Another year has passed us by and the old

adage that you cannot stop the clock has come true once again. Our year has been filled with both ups and downs; I guess similar to what happens in all of our lives. Hopefully during the week between Christmas and New Years you have had time to reflect what is important to you, and have taken some time to formulate a plan to make your 2016 better than any of the previous years. While searching the internet I came upon a list of 10 NEW YEARS Resolutions that are worth consideration.

1) LOSE WEIGHTWhen it comes to New Year’s resolutions,

losing weight always tops the list. Almost everyone wants to drop a few pounds. That’s especially true after the holiday season. Now is your chance to join a gym and start eating healthier. With a little hard work, you’ll slim down just in time for swimsuit season. If you are a busy mom, consider making a habit of exercising at home with your kids. You will teach your little ones to lead an active lifestyle and shed a few unwanted pounds at the same

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2) QUIT SMOKINGSmoking is a terrible habit that can have a

major impact on your health. In 2016, pluck up courage to finally stop all that lighting and puffing. You’ll save money and clean up your lungs. It’s a great path to breathing a sigh of relief in 2016. I know it’s easier said than done, but if you work hard toward that goal, you will definitely reach it.

3) GET A BETTER JOBJanuary marks the beginning of a new

year. It can also mark the start of a career improvement. Check the job listings in your field and send out some resumes. You just might land the job of your dreams. This New Year’s resolution is particularly good for people who hate their jobs and can’t find their true calling. You live only once, so don’t waste your precious time on the things you don’t want to do.

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Westchester Food Pantry directors Amanda Grant and Kathleen Franzwa and Village Trustee Carl Celestino received 25 food baskets from the 2015 CTA Holiday Food Basket Program. Santa and his elves arrived by the Holiday Train to deliver the food baskets to brighten the holidays for many.

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1) At 1:17pm on November 17, 2015 a Theft was reported on the 1900 block of Sunnyside. A resident reported that unknown person(s) removed a package that was delivered to the rear door.

2) At 10:45am on November 25, 2015 a Criminal Damage to Vehicle was reported on the 1500 block of Mannheim. The vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) damaged their vehicle with a brick by breaking the window and scratching the body of the vehicle.

3) At 11:00am on November 28, 2015 a Burglary to Auto was reported on the 2200 block of Mayfair. The vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) entered the locked vehicle by breaking a window and removing tools from inside.

4) At 8:40pm on December 1, 2015 a Burglary to Auto was reported on the 800 block of Worchester.

The vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) had gained entry to their unlocked vehicle and removed various items.

5) At 8:33am on December 9, 2015 a Stolen Vehicle was reported on the 600 block of Manchester. The vehicle owner reported their vehicle stolen from their home.

6) At 5:35pm on December 9, 2015 a Criminal Damage to Property was reported on the 1500 block of Hull. The homeowner reported that unknown person(s) had damaged Christmas decorations on several occasions.

7) At 8:06am on December 11, 2015 a Burglary to Auto was reported on the 10600 Block of Preston. The vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) entered their unlocked vehicle and took money from inside the vehicle.

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Natural gas safety in the homeNatural gas is great for heating,

cooking and other uses in the home. It has an excellent safety record due to the physical characteristics of the gas itself. Possessing a very narrow range of flammability, natural gas only allows for combustion in a concentration of 4 to 15 percent per volume of air. Above and below these amounts, it will not burn.

Natural gas is lighter than air, and thus, can dissipate into the air rapidly, making accidental combustion difficult. To further prevent accidents, natural gas has a very high ignition temperature, at about 1100 degrees Fahrenheit. This is almost twice the ignition temperature for gasoline. All together, these factors add up to making accidental ignition or combustion of natural gas an unlikely event.

Nonetheless, helping you learn how to use clean burning natural gas safely throughout your home is one of our top priorities.

If you smell gas...Do not attempt to locate gas leaks.Do not remain in the building when

there is a strong gas odor. From a safe distance, be ready to let a gas utility representative into your home or business so he or she can investigate.

Do not turn any electrical switches, appliances or lights on or off or unplug electrical appliances when there is a strong gas odor.

Do not use telephones in the area of a strong gas odor.

Do not use elevators.Do not position or operate vehicles

and power equipment where leaking gas may be present.

Do not smoke or use lighters, matches or other open flames.

Keep Your Gas Appliances Operating Safely

Keep forced-air furnace filters clean. Clean the filter or replace them according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.

Avoid using or storing these products near the furnace: paint stripper, fabric or water softener, bleach, adhesives, or salt for melting ice. The chlorine or fluorine in these items can lead to furnace corrosion.

If your owner’s manual recommends it, oil the furnace fan, motor and bearings.

Keep your heat registers and cold-air returns clean so the air can flow properly. Also, arrange your furniture and drapes so they don’t block the air flow.

Have a qualified heating contractor inspect your furnace or boiler annually. A properly tuned furnace saves energy and helps avoid costly repairs.

Check the flue to make sure it is clean and open. Any fuel that does not burn completely can create harmful levels of carbon monoxide (CO). CO is a gas with no color, odor or taste. It can collect in your home if a fuel-burning appliance isn’t working properly or venting as it should. Keep all gas appliances operating safely to help prevent gas leaks.

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4) SAVE MONEY

It may sound cliché, but saving money is another popular goal for many families. You can cut back on nonessential items and clip coupons to save some extra cash on the stuff you really need. Put aside a little money each week and your savings account will grow substantially over time. In 2016, learn how to budget your money better and try to avoid running into debts.

5) FIND TRUE LOVEThere are so many lonely people

these days. You may not have found the man or woman of your dreams yet, but you can’t give up on yourself. This year could be your chance for true romance. Sign up for an online dating site or start asking your friends to set up some blind dates. You never know when you’ll end up meeting your soul mate. Volunteering can also help you find your true love.

6) ORGANIZE YOUR HOMEIf the clutter in your home is out

of control, you don’t have to wait for spring to begin cleaning. Spend January sorting through your belongings and getting rid of what you don’t use anymore. Donate old clothing and furniture to a worthy cause. You’ll be helping an organization by getting organized. It’s a win-win solution!

7) TRY SOMETHING NEWMost of us tend to get stuck

in a pattern of doing the same old thing. Break out of that rut by trying something new this year. Visit a trendy restaurant and order an exotic dish. Learn to play a musical instrument or learn a new language. No matter what activity you choose, you’re sure to enrich your life by shaking things up a bit.

8) SPEND MORE TIME WITH LOVED ONES

If you’re a workaholic, this is the year to finally shift your focus to your family and friends. Instead of scheduling extra meetings and shifts, start planning trips to see your folks. Make it a priority to see your son’s soccer game or your daughter’s dance recital. Creating memories is something that money can’t buy. Work-life balance is crucial for a happier, stress-free life.

9) GET MORE REST

In today’s fast-paced society, everyone is always busy. However, a hectic schedule can get in the way of getting the appropriate amount of rest. Starting in January, do your best to get in bed earlier and plan more time for relaxation. You’ll most likely feel rejuvenated and have fewer sick days. Make health your priority. If you’re already in your 30s, it’s crucial that you start developing healthy habits as earlier as possible.

10) VOLUNTEER TO HELPIf you have a passion for

something, 2016 is your time to give it the attention it deserves. Pet lovers can volunteer at a local animal shelter. Those with a love for children can help out at an after-school program. Find a cause you care about and start volunteering today. You’ll feel a sense of accomplishment by doing something positive for someone in need.

The above tips are compliments of Anna Johnson http://en.amerikanki.com/author/anna-johnson/ .

REMAIN POSITIVEAt a recent Christmas party I

hosted for the Village front office staff, one of my invited guests, a former Administrative Assistant and the daughter I never had, reminded me of the positive aspects that could be found in a glass half full, or half empty as I called it. She epitomizes how just one person could make a positive difference in our lives. I, in particular, need to heed the advice more than anyone. It is very easy to go to the dark side, however it may not be the best place to be. I promised her I would try to follow her edict of “POSITIVE THINKING=POSITIVE RESULTS” for 2016. We will see how successful I will be.

IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING

Watching the news every day has become very difficult to do. There seems to be quite a bit more negative reports than there are positive ones which is becoming mind numbing. The safety and security of us all with all the recent disastrous events in San Bernadino, college campuses, shopping malls, and in countries all around the world should have us concerned, but not paralyzed. We all need to remain vigilant and report any and all suspicious incidents to the police. The accessibility of dialing 9-1-1 from both inside and outside

our homes, from landlines and cell phones, wherever we may be, will make us stronger as a community. “If you see something, say something.”

WEATHER GOD I’m not sure what is happening,

but it appears all my prayers to hold back the snow has been working, at least to now. The mild unseasonably warm weather has allowed our PW staff to focus on equipment maintenance which always saves more money from sending items out for repair. PW sandblaster Michael Luciano and spray painter Mike Otters have made our 7 snow plows look like new. Each snow plow blade was taken down to bare metal, and painted bright yellow. Adorning the plows is our village crest painted jet black and will stand out as the plows push snow down our streets. The price tag for the maintenance was about $2K, far less than a $13K replacement for each blade. Thank you to the guys for tackling this project. It should significantly extend the useful life of the plow blades.

ELECTRONIC SIGN DISCUSSIONAt our December 15th board

meeting, the board heard the findings of the Plan Commission giving a conditional approval for an LED sign for the Westchester Community Church located at 1840 Westchester Blvd. The request was for a special use permit to erect a new sign encompassing a LED lighted portion that would convey messages. The Plan Commission’s recommendation followed a hearing held back on November 16th with additional recommendations. The proposed sign in total is 18 square feet in size (6 feet x3 feet). The LED portion is 12 5/8 inches by 63 inches or 5.5 square feet. Their additional recommendations consisted of having the LED portion only operating from 7am to 8pm. Their recommendation also had the sign change messages every 15 seconds instead of every 10 seconds as allowed in our Village Code. At our December meeting, several people spoke both for and against the installation. The topic will be addressed on our active agenda at the Village Board meeting on Tuesday January 12, 2016 at 7pm.

ST. JOSEPH H.S. PRESENTS AF-FORDABLE HOUSING CONCEPT

At our December 15th board meeting, Hume An, Vice President of Acquisitions and Development of the Michaels Development Company presented a concept plan to develop the site of the

old St. Joseph H.S. and adjacent convent building to accommodate a Senior Housing Development. Representatives of the Michaels Development Company presented a general Application Packet containing their request to create a Planned Unit Development for the site utilizing the existing building with some modifications. Landen Bone Baker Architects submitted preliminary basic drawings, with specifications not written in stone, as this is a concept plan. The drawings call for 96 units to be built in the previous main school building and 23 in the old convent; 21 Studio, 77 1 bedroom, and 21 2 bedroom apartments. An existing and proposed site plan and conceptual floor plans were submitted. The plans call for occupancy of seniors aged 55 and older. Discussions covered prospective funding from the Illinois Housing Development Association and the possibility of increasing the minimum age requirement to 62 and older as well as the possibility of owning instead of renting. Those Items will be taken back to the developer for further discussion.

LURIE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL TOY DRIVE

Our Citizen’s Advisory Board (CAB) conducted a Toy Drive to benefit patients of Lurie Children’s Hospital this holiday season. A note of thanks was received by President Pulia from Ron Ricchio of Chicagoland Home Mortgage Services who helped coordinate the Toy Drive. Mr. Ricchio indicated that with the CAB’s help, the drive took in an estimated $4,000 in toys for the hospital. Thanks to all of you who donated to brighten the holidays for these children.

THANK YOU FROM THE TROOPSThe Village recently held a drive

for toiletries to be sent to the squadron of Brian K. Maier,

, a Westchester resident

We are happy to report that the boxes of toiletries made it safely . Jessica Spencer, Management Assistant received an e-mail of thanks

Maier wrote

“I would like to extend thanks from everyone here . The toiletries and snacks will go a long ways here and we appreciate the effort and time it has taken to gather and make it happen.

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Thank you all again and thank Mayor Pulia for wanting to do something for us here.”

MAYOR FOR THE DAYWhile writing the newsletter on

December 21st, I was pleasantly interrupted by Ms. Katy Finn, who brought me a hand drawn picture from a very special young lady who I met at the Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at the Westchester Park District. Danielle Rehder, a kindergartener from WPS, had drawn a picture of me and Santa Claus and the Christmas Tree. She told me she wanted to be the mayor of Westchester someday. She told me her issues were to make the environment better by stopping pollution and to stop animal stuffing (taxidermy) as she was against hurting animals. After grabbing a cookie or two, I asked Danielle and her mom and brother Billy if she would like to be mayor for the day. I placed an

American Flag and a Westchester pin on her collar. Staff made her her own name tag and I handed her the gavel to keep order in the boardroom. As you can see from the picture on the Picture Page, Danielle is a beautiful young lady with lots of potential. Her smile and innocence make this job worth doing. Hopefully she will reach all of her goals and someday occupy the mayor’s seat.

ALTERNATE SIDE STREET PARKING UPDATE

At our December 15, 2015 meeting, the Village Board discussed expanding the Alternate Side, Non-Snow Route parking restrictions. As a result of the discussion the board has, by consensus, agreed to add Saturday and Sunday to the restrictions. The Board will formally vote on the action at our January 12, 2016 meeting. Although we have only had one snowfall as of the writing of the newsletter, over the past few years PW has been called out to plow on the weekends on several occasions. All of the signs will be stickered with the additional days should the measure pass on January 12th. With its passing, there will be additional restrictions from 8:30 am to 4:30pm on Saturday and Sunday ONLY after 2 inches of snowfall.

PRESENT SNOW RESTRICTION REMINDER

The village of Westchester does have restrictions on parking AFTER a 2 INCH SNOWFALL. Parking on designated SNOW ROUTES is prohibited after a 2 INCH SNOWFALL. The snow routes are generally the main thoroughfares throughout the village. All of the SNOW ROUTES are posted with multiple signs.

Please familiarize yourself with the SNOW ROUTES. The last thing the police want to do is issue a $20.00 ticket or tow vehicles from the SNOW ROUTES that will cost in excess of $150.00 plus storage.

Westchester also has Alternate Side Parking on what I will call the side streets and non-designated SNOW ROUTES. Please familiarize yourself with the posted signs usually at the end of each corner prohibiting parking either Monday-Wednesday-Friday or Tuesday-Thursday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, again, after a 2 INCH SNOW FALL. The plow trucks usually make several passes during the snow event especially if the snow fall continues. $20.00 tickets will be issued for those vehicles left on the street in violation of the signs. Again the last thing the police want

to do is write tickets for vehicles parked on the wrong side of the street. The goal of the PW plow trucks is to clean the street curb to curb first on the SNOW ROUTES, secondly on the SIDE STREETS, and thirdly in the ALLEYS.

Please use common sense when using Snow Blowers. At a recent Village Board Meeting, a resident complained that a neighbor’s service company was using a snow blower at 3am in the morning. Our noise ordinance prohibits such activity between 10pm and 7am. The resident was advised to contact the police during the wee hours if such an operation occurs.

As I mentioned last month, PW plows cannot lift their blades to avoid putting snow on driveway aprons. It is going to happen. Also do not blow snow back onto the street from your driveway aprons. Side to Side passes onto the parkway works best. Blowing snow onto the street is prohibited. The aforementioned village ordinances regarding SNOW ROUTES, ALTERNATE PARKING, and PUTTING SNOW IN THE STREET have been in place for many years. For your safety and the safety of others please make every effort to comply with the rules.

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SNOW REMOVAL & YOUR HEALTHSpeaking of snow removal, every

year we unfortunately hear of someone having a heart attack while shoveling snow. I have attached some recommendations from the American Heart Association for your consideration.

The American Heart Association says that for most people, shoveling snow may not lead to any health problems. However, the association warns that the risk of a heart attack during snow shoveling may increase for some, stating that the combination of colder temperatures and physical exertion increases the workload on the heart. People who are outdoors in cold weather should avoid sudden exertion, like lifting a heavy shovel full of snow. Even walking through heavy, wet snow or snow drifts can strain a person’s heart.

To help make snow removal safer, the American Heart Association has compiled a list of practical tips.

Give yourself a break. Take frequent rest breaks during shoveling so you don’t overstress your heart. Pay attention to how your body feels during those breaks.

Don’t eat a heavy meal prior or soon after shoveling. Eating a large meal can put an extra load on your heart.

Use a small shovel or consider a snow thrower. The act of lifting heavy snow can raise blood pressure acutely during the lift. It is safer to lift smaller amounts more times, than to lug a few huge shovelfuls of snow. When possible, simply push the snow.

Learn the heart attack warning signs and listen to your body, but remember this: Even if you’re not sure it’s a heart attack, have it checked out (tell a doctor about your symptoms). Minutes matter! Fast action can save lives — maybe your own. Don’t wait more than five minutes to call 9-1-1

Don’t drink alcoholic beverages before or immediately after shoveling. Alcohol may increase a person’s sensation of warmth and may cause them to underestimate the extra strain their body is under in the cold.

Consult a doctor. If you have a medical condition, don’t exercise on a regular basis or are middle aged or older, meet with your doctor prior to the first anticipated snowfall.

Be aware of the dangers of hypothermia. Heart failure causes

most deaths in hypothermia. To prevent hypothermia, dress in layers of warm clothing, which traps air between layers forming a protective insulation. Wear a hat because much of your body’s heat can be lost through your head.

Heart Attack Warning SignsSome heart attacks are sudden

and intense — the “movie heart attack,” where no one doubts what’s happening. But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Often, people affected aren’t sure what’s wrong and wait too long before getting help. Here are signs that can mean a heart attack is happening:

Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.

Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.

Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.

Other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness

As with men, women’s most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, and back or jaw pain.

Calling 9-1-1 is almost always the fastest way to get lifesaving treatment. Emergency medical services (EMS) staff can begin treatment when they arrive — up to an hour sooner than if someone gets to the hospital by car. EMS staff is also trained to revive someone whose heart has stopped. Patients with chest pain who arrive by ambulance usually receive faster treatment at the hospital, too. It is best to call EMS for rapid transport to the emergency room

MONTHLY WATER BILLING TO START IN JANUARY 2016

Part of our strategic planning process was to begin monthly billing for potable (drinking) water use. For the past several months, UMI, a private contractor has been attaching radio read appliances over the black touch pads on our individual meters. Staff has been converting all 7.5K residential and commercial water accounts to the new metering system. All of the

accounts have been converted and monthly bills will be sent out the last week of each month and will be due on the third Monday of the following month. As with any new improved system there are bound to be some issues that arise and will be addressed. Staff will be available to answer any specific questions regarding your bill.

WATER RATE STUDYThe Village Board hired consultants

from the Municipal & Financial Services Group to prepare a Water and Sewer Rate Study based on the usage data available for the past few years. The rate study was done to assess the financial health of the village’s utility fund. The study involved projecting future operating expenses and capital needed to maintain the aging utility system and projecting future usage rates that will generate revenues sufficient to cover operating and capital expenses and assure a minimum level of cash reserves. The Village has a fund balance policy which requires maintaining 15% of the Utility Fund annual operating expenses.

Rate increases have historically been driven by any increase that is passed on by the City of Chicago to the Broadview Westchester Joint Water Agency. The usage rates have not been increased to reflect the annual increases in operating costs which have approximated 2.5% per year. Presently our current projected revenues do not cover our projected budgeted expenses.

The alternative rate structure being proposed provides for customers to be billed for only the water they use at a rate of $8.35 per thousand gallons (the current rate, as the City of Chicago has not passed any rate increase on as of this time). Previous practice provide for a minimum bill of 9,000 gallons per quarter for a residential customer. Sewer charges will continue to be assessed at $1.22 per 1,000 gallons of water consumed. Under the proposed rate structure each metered account (residential and commercial) would be charged a fixed water infrastructure fee of $4.00 per month and a fixed sewer infrastructure fee of $4.00 per month.

The board will be voting on staff’s proposal at our January 12, 2016 meeting. As with every community our infrastructure that is underground and not seen has exceeded its life expectancy and it is necessary to provide funds for the necessary replacement of the aging water and sewer mains.

CEDA OFFERS WATER BILL ASSISTANCE

I have received information from the Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA) that there may be assistance available for qualifying families to receive help in paying water bills. Qualifying residents with low incomes who are delinquent with their water bills can receive up to $400 toward their delinquent bill by demonstrating their ability to make 4 consecutive payments on the account first. The mission of CEDA is to work in partnerships with communities members. For more information please contact Ms. Kimberly O’Banion at 312- 636-6673 or kobanion@cedaorg.net. The program will run through February 15, 2016 or until funds are exhausted.

CTA DONATES HOLIDAY FOOD BASKETS

Back in August 2015 we were contacted by the CTA and invited to submit a request to receive Holiday Food Baskets from the CTA’s 2015 Holiday Food Basket Program. This program is lead by dedicated CTA employees interested in giving a hand-up to organizations/communities serving individuals facing hard times, by presenting them with a donation of holiday food baskets. Ms. Jessica Spencer, our management assistant, completed the application and we were notified that Westchester would receive 25 of the Holiday Baskets. The Westchester Food Pantry was contacted and graciously offered to distribute the baskets over the Christmas Holiday. Amanda Grant and Kathleen Franzwa, the food pantry directors, along with village trustee Carl Celestino and Jessica met Santa at the Holiday Train at the Green Line Conservatory in Chicago on Sunday, December 20, 2015 to accept the generous donation. The CTA Holiday Baskets contained non-perishable ingredients for an American holiday dinner, which included a canned ham, a box of potatoes, a box of stuffing, canned vegetables and a dessert. A big thank you to the CTA for selecting us this year.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE HOSTS EVENT

On January 12th from 11:30am to 1:00pm, the Economic Development Committee will be hosting an event for businesses entitled “2016 Tax Laws; What Every Business Needs to Know”. The event will be held

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at the Westchester Public Library (lower level) located at 10700 Canterbury. For reservations, please contact Melissa Headley, Community Development Director at 708-345-0199. Lunch will be provided.

REMEMBERING MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a federal holiday observed on the third Monday of January this year which is Monday, January 18th. Dr. King’s birthday is Friday, January 15th. Martin Luther King, Jr. fought for equal civil rights for African Americans. Each year, on the 3rd Monday of January, we celebrate his life and his dream. The day was made a national holiday in 1986. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born on January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia. He was a minister who participated in many peaceful demonstrations in regard to unfair treatment of African Americans. He is famous for his meaningful speech “I Have

a Dream.” He won the Nobel Peace prize in 1964. Martin Luther King was assassinated on April 4, 1968 in Memphis, Tennessee.

PERSON OF THE YEAREach January, the Westchester

Chamber of Commerce hosts its Celebrate Westchester event. At this event, a Person of the Year is named and recognized by the Chamber of Commerce, the Village, and the Westchester School District 92-1/2. This year, the Village of Westchester nominated Coach Gene Pingatore as our unanimous selection. As you may be aware, Coach Pingatore is a long time resident and has coached at St. Joseph H.S. since 1960. He led the Chargers to the 2015 Class 3A IHSA Boys Basketball state championship. He has over 900 victories, the highest in the State of Illinois. Coach Pingatore received his nomination at the Chamber of Commerce Christmas luncheon on December 4, 2015 and was very appreciative of the award. Unfortunately, Coach Pingatore will not be able to attend the Chamber of Commerce “Celebrate Westchester event on Sunday January 23, 2016 at the Alpine

Banquet Haus on Roosevelt Road due to coaching the team at a game in Batavia Illinois.

THANK YOU TO STORINO, RAM-ELLO, AND DURKIN

Every year since 2010, our Law Firm of Storino, Ramello, and Durkin has made a holiday donation to a charity with ties to Westchester. This year, ASPIRE was the recipient of their donation. Aspire is helping make our communities better by redefining what is possible for people with disabilities. Aspire operates offices out of Hillside and Westchester as well as group homes throughout town. Recipients in prior years have been the Lions Club, Kiwanis Club, and the Westchester Food Pantry. Donald, Richard and Michael, thank you for your generosity to Westchester!

DEBT RECOVERY PROGRAMThree years ago, the village of

Westchester joined a host of other communities in applying to participate in the State of Illinois Debt Recovery Program. Beginning in January 2015, the Village was

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able to recover unpaid debt from individuals through offsets of the amount of the debt taken from their State income tax return or other State of Illinois revenue payments. Over the past year, Westchester has collected $162K as a result of the program. There have been only a handful of reversals where those debts have been contested. If you have an unpaid ticket or debt to the village please contact our Finance Director Ms. Maureen Potempa at 708-345-0020 extension 223 to rectify the situation.

In case you were wondering how Westchester and other communities are given authority to participate I have included the following synopsis of the program for your review. Effective January 1, 2012, Public Act 97-0632 established the “Local Debt Recovery Program” to allow units of local government to collect outstanding debt in coordination with the Illinois Comptroller’s Office. The Act modified the State Comptroller Act (15 ILCS 404/10.05), which currently allows for an offset or deduction from State proceeds to individuals in order to pay either all of or a portion of the claim or account to the State of Illinois or the United States. This modification added units of local government, school districts, and public institutions of higher education to the entities available to utilize such a procedure.

When processing the requested deduction, the person subject to the deduction shall receive written notice from the Comptroller’s Office and shall have the right to make a written protest within 60 days after notice is received. The written protest must include the reason for contesting the deduction and provide the opportunity to present relevant information to enable the Comptroller’s Office to determine the amount due and payable. The Intergovernmental Agreement will establish procedures through which the Comptroller will determine the validity of any protest and provide a final disposition regarding the deduction. Failure on the part of the debtor to file a written protest within 60 days waives the right to contest the claim and the Comptroller shall pay the deduction to the unit of local government.

VIDEO GAMINGAt our December 15th Board

Meeting, Village Manager Janet Matthys provided the board with

a report regarding video gaming. Westchester has 4 establishments that have 5 video gaming machines in each establishment. The total the village is to receive as a result of the 5% gaming revenue is $67,531.62 from December 2014 through November 2015. The municipal share from Anna’s Café located across from the Westchester Village Hall is approximately $25K. The municipal share from the other video gaming locations are Stella’s located at Mannheim & Roosevelt Rd. plaza, approximately $8K, Christopher’s Speakeasy located at Mannheim & Balmoral, approximately $10K and Betty’s located in the 31st and Wolf Rd. plaza, approximately $23K. There have been absolutely no problems at any of the locations involving any violations of the Westchester Liquor Code or village ordinances.

POLICE CHIEF SEARCHWith the retirement of Chief John

M. Carpino on December 31, 2015, Village Manager Janet Matthys has initiated a search for his replacement. She received over 30 applications for the position. Our consultant, retired police chief Daniel McCollum, President of the Illinois Association of Law Enforcement Executives (IALEE) assisted in selecting the top 8 candidates who were interviewed by a panel of three former police executives, all with chief credentials, over 2 days the week of December 14, 2015. The Village Manager and I were present for all of the interviews. The top three candidates, based on the rating scores prepared by the panel, will be advancing in the interview process and will be making a presentation to the Board of Trustees for them to evaluate and make recommendations of the candidates. The final selection will be made by the Village Manager, per state and local code based on the village manager form of government which Westchester has adopted many years ago. We are hopeful our new chief will be named and sworn in before the end of the month.

237 NEW LAWS IN ILLINOIS BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2016

Each year new laws are put on the books. Many of which we never hear about until we unknowingly violate them. On Jan. 1, 2016, 237 new laws go into effect in Illinois, including measures that impact fighting crime, government transparency, business, hunting, health, and family. I found a complete list of new laws compliments of FOX NEWS which has been included on the Village

website. I have included several of the new laws which impact a greater amount of our citizens in this article.

When it comes to fighting crime, several news laws are making public safety a top priority. For example, individuals who continue to endanger citizens on Illinois roadways by repeatedly driving under the influence of alcohol, will have another barrier that can prevent them from getting back behind the wheel. Sen. Jason Barickman’s SB 627/PA 99-0467 requires individuals convicted of two or more DUIs or reckless homicide convictions to install a Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device as a condition of a Restricted Driving Permit.

Another new law taking effect Jan. 1, spearheaded by Sen. Kyle McCarter, goes after designer drug manufacturers. SB 1129/PA 99-0371 combats dangerous synthetic or designer street drugs by targeting how they are made and allowing prosecutors to not have to wait as long for lab tests to show if the synthetic drug involved was illegal.

In addition, the sale of powdered caffeine to anyone younger than 18 and the sale of products consisting of or containing powdered alcohol will be prohibited under two new laws (SB 9/PA 99-0050 and SB 67/PA 99-0051).

Those who call 9-1-1 in 2016 better be sure it’s a legitimate emergency. Individuals convicted of making false or prank calls to 9-1-1 call centers or making other false reports to emergency responders could be held responsible for reimbursing the costs incurred by the responding emergency agency under HB 3988/PA 99-0160.

As more police officers start to use body cameras, SB 1304/PA 99-0352 establishes new rules and regulations for officers who use the technology. The new law requires police officers who wear a body camera, to keep it on when conducting any law enforcement activities, among other rules.

STILL NO BUDGETIf you have been following our

Illinois State Legislators you would know that there was one meeting held on December 1st to discuss the budget impasse, a second meeting held on December 8th and a third meeting held on December 17th. Due to a scheduling problem, Speaker of the House Michael Madigan was unable to attend the 3rd meeting. Gov. Bruce Rauner said that the final meeting of the year with legislative leaders about the state budget impasse was productive, even though House

Speaker Michael Madigan did not attend. Without offering many specifics, Rauner said the December 17th meeting was productive and focused on term limits, redistricting and fixing the state’s $111 billion pension debt. Rauner says the next meeting will likely be the first week of January.”We’re making progress. This is just going to take persistence.”

The State of Illinois is 6 months without a state budget. Municipalities received word December 8th that monies were going to be released for Motor Fuel Tax allotments, E9-1-1 monies from cell phone tax collections, Police and Fire Training and video gaming revenue as well as those lucky winners of the Illinois Lottery. For a complete list of appropriation visit http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/99/SB/PDF/09900SB2039ham004.pdf.

At a recent Meeting of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Senate President Cullerton, Senate Minority Leader Christine Rodogno, and House Minority Leader James Durkin addressed the Mayors presenting their views listed below regarding the budget crisis.

Senate President Cullerton• Indicated that Democrat

leadership is willing to work with Governor Rauner on workers compensation reform and a property tax freeze in order to resolve the impasse over the FY 2016 budget.

• Dem leaders remain opposed, however, to the notion of tying prevailing wage and collective bargaining to a property tax freeze.

• Democrat leadership is opposed to reducing the local share of the income tax (LGDF).

• Democrats are open to making reasonable cuts to Medicare and higher education. Senator Cullerton also believes some cuts could be achieved by making moderate cuts to the State pension systems that would be in keeping with the Supreme Court decision issued last spring.

• With regard to revenue, the Senate President stated that he believes several options ought to be explored. He is open to discussing an income tax increase; expanding the income tax to retirement income above some threshold to protect individuals on fixed incomes; and broadening the sales tax to include services.

• Senator Cullerton did not suggest what the retirement income threshold should be or

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what services should be taxed. He was, however, quick to point out that while the Democrats may have supermajorities in the Senate and House, there is not a supermajority of Democrats in either chamber willing to support tax increases. In his view, any revenue increases would have to have bi-partisan support in both chambers as well as be supported by the Governor.

• When asked when he expected the budget impasse to end, the Senate President would not speculate on a specific date. He instead suggested that it would likely occur when the Governor realizes there will no longer be enough revenue to pay for the programs the State has been required to support either via court orders or legislation the Governor has signed into law like the elementary and secondary appropriation bill.

• Once the FY 2016 budget stalemate is resolved, Senator Cullerton believes a capital bill will be passed quickly. He also said the Senate Democrat Caucus would be open in the spring session to looking at a fair way of doing re-districting and reforming the school-ad formula.

• Cullerton also suggested that the General Assembly ought to look at replacing the State’s current motor fuel tax with a mileage-based user fee. The purpose of it would be to capture revenue from vehicles that are more fuel efficient for their use of state and local roads.

Senate Republican Leader Radogno

• Leader Radogno started off by saying she is concerned about the exodus of people and jobs from the State. She agrees with the Governor that State government is badly in need of reform.

• The Senator did indicate that there has been some minimal progress in leadership meetings over the last few weeks. There’s more discussion on issues now than there was during the spring session and over the summer when some leaders were “dug in”. She attributed this to the fact that legislative staff has been included in the last few meetings. They have facts and figures available to aid discussions and also are assigned research tasks between meetings.

• Leader Radogno said she has gotten the sense at recent meetings that all participants are coming around to the notion that they each

have to come away with something from the negotiations. She did not elaborate.

• The Senator stated that everything needs to be on the table. This includes the local share of the income tax. She suggested that anyone who tells us otherwise is not being truthful.

• The three Republican leaders are unified in requiring that meaningful reforms are needed before there can be any discussion of increasing taxes. Leader Radogno said that a property tax freeze is one reform they have to have. They realize that a freeze by itself could harm local governments. They believe it ought to be paired up with collective bargaining and prevailing wage reforms which will help reduce local government costs.

• Leader Radogno speculated that the budget impasse will not be resolved until after the March primary. She noted that the members of her Caucus do not have any primary challengers, but members of other Caucuses do, particularly the House Democrats.

House Republican Leader Durkin• Leader Durkin stated that the 47

members of his Caucus are unified and stand firmly with Governor Rauner.

• While he was frustrated and embarrassed by how the spring session ended and what occurred over the summer, he is cautiously optimistic about the progress in discussions between the Governor and the four tops in recent weeks.

• Leader Durkin said he stands behind the Governor’s call for meaningful reforms. Only after there is agreement on reform will the Republicans be willing to discuss revenue increases.

• Representative Durkin reinforced Senator Radogno’s comment that everything needs to be on the table in negotiations. He understands how important LGDF funds are to municipalities, but indicated that they have to be part of the budget negotiations.

• When asked about what constitutes meaningful reforms, Leader Durkin suggested something needs to be done on workers compensation and on a property tax freeze. He agrees with the Governor that causation needs to be addressed with regard to workers comp and that prevailing wage and collective bargaining included with a property tax freeze.

• Representative Durkin believes consensus is starting to gel on pension reform legislation. At this point, the focus has been on the State systems.

• When asked to speculate on when the budget impasse will be resolved, Representative Durkin stated that he would prefer it end now, but can see how some think it will continue until after the March primaries.

• Once the impasse ends, Leader Durkin, like Senate President Cullerton, believes there will be quick action on a capital bill.

MWRD NEWSMetropolitan Water Reclamation

District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) President Mariyana Spyropoulos provided a wide-ranging presentation that encapsulated the MWRD’s work to date, present focus and exciting future to come before the City Club of Chicago on December 15, 2015.

“Thank you to the City Club of Chicago and sponsors for hosting the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago and allowing us the forum to share our important message,” said MWRD President Mariyana Spyropoulos. “We have an obligation to serve our residents and taxpayers and tell our story of how we strive each day to protect our water environment and serve as global leaders in improving our planet. Over the last year, we have made excellent strides in improving district finances, upgrading water treatment, addressing stormwater management and initiating resource recovery projects, and we are delighted to share our progress.”

President Spyropoulos’ speech touched on MWRD’s history, beginning with the reversal of the Chicago River, followed by a century of growth and ambitious engineering feats, including the latest MWRD marvel-the Thornton Composite Reservoir-which is the largest of its kind in the world, preventing flooding and pollution in area waterways. Other key findings in the president’s speech included:

Spending for MWRD’s overall operations, including capital costs and pension has decreased $100 million from $1.023 billion in 2010 to a projected final expenditure of $921 million for 2015.

The General Corporate Fund, which covers the MWRD’s general operating expenses, decreased slightly from $330.9 million to $326.7 million over that same period.

At the same time, the fund’s reserves have increased by 82%from $142 million to $259 million.

The MWRD is working toward becoming energy-neutral by 2023 by using a reverse auction to

manage electricity costs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions through renewable/clean energy initiatives and capturing renewable energy from its own systems.

The MWRD’s bond rating is AAA by S&P and Fitch and Aa2 by Moody’s, keeping bond fees low.

After working with legislators in Springfield to pass pension reform legislation in 2012, the pension’s unfunded liability saw a marked improvement in 2014, increasing to 55 percent in 2014, up from 50.4 percent in 2012, due to increased employee and employer contributions and higher investment returns.

The cost of MWRD services falls under the industry norm by more than half; in 2014, the average cost for MWRD services was approximately $204 for a house valued at $200,000. The average cost for services in the Midwest region was $439.

Based on demand for recreation, the MWRD opened disinfection procedure at the Calumet WRP with O’Brien WRP following next spring.

As part of the Tunnel and Reservoir Plan, the MWRD opened the Thornton Composite Reservoir to contain up to 7.9 billion gallons of stormwater and sewage, benefiting 14 communities and protecting against about $40 million a year in flood damage.

The MWRD has more than 72 stormwater projects moving forward that span immediate construction, preliminary design and design stages.

In 2015, the MWRD signed agreements with 62 communities and non-government organizations to deliver more than 25,000 rain barrels at no cost to residents.

Partnering with the Chicago Public Schools, the Healthy Schools Campaign, Openlands and the Chicago Department of Water Management, six school yards across the city were converted into sustainable playgrounds, and 30 more are to come over the next five years.

By conducting pilot studies on five select local communities, the MWRD is in the process of creating a stormwater master plan that will analyze existing flooding problems and develop a comprehensive approach to address those problems on a regional level.

Through the MWRD’s flood-prone property buyout program and Watershed Management Ordinance, the MWRD is utilizing new tools to tackle flooding issues and ensure

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future stormwater management are addressed and mitigated.

Part of MWRD’s plan to become energy neutral by 2023, the agency is converting organic material at treatment plants into biogas to be used to heat and cool facilities and sold on the market.

The MWRD is harvesting phosphorous from waste and selling it through a partnership in the private sector, making it the largest such plant in the world. By recovering this phosphorus, the MWRD can preserve a vital resource that is expected to run out over the next 100 years and reduce the algae blooms that affect the Gulf of Mexico.

Another recovered resource following the MWRD treatment process, biosolids are a safe product that meets the most stringent standards set by the EPA, and a product that is already used by parks and golf courses around Cook County to help maintain beautiful landscapes.

Over the next five years, resource recovery will produce an annual revenue stream of $10 million per year, and that figure is expected to grow as more possibilities are explored.

The President invited all participants and the public to tour the Stickney Water Reclamation Plant, the largest wastewater treatment facility in the world. Please contact 312-751-6633 to schedule a tour.

To view the president’s remarks, visit www.vimeo.com/149078913 or visit www.cityclub-chicago.org/videos.

TRITON COLLEGE NEWSRSVP to Offer Technology

WorkshopsIn partnership with the Triton

College Library, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of West Suburban Cook and Southern DuPage Counties will offer a series of free RSVP Technology Workshops beginning in January. The first RSVP Technology Workshop, “Medicine on the Internet: How to Search and Find Good and Reliable Answers,” will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 12th in the Triton College Library. Not all sources on the Internet are credible. How do you determine which ones provide you reliable answers to your health related questions? For more information or to reserve your place, please call the RSVP Office at

(708) 456-0300, Ext. 3603 or e-mail kayfrey@triton.edu.

Volunteers Being Sought to Offer Free Tax Help

Tax time is almost right around the corner, and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of West Suburban Cook and Southern DuPage Counties located at Triton College will provide free tax assistance to individuals 60 years of age and older. To make the program a success and provide service to those in need, RSVP is looking for individuals interested in volunteering to participate in this free Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Program. TCE is a community-based partnership managed by the IRS that provides free tax preparation assistance to low-to-moderate income taxpayers who are 60 and older, particularly those with disabilities and non-English speakers. If individuals are looking for a way to help in the community, then consider becoming a volunteer with the TCE program! Here are five things the IRS wants individuals to know about becoming a TCE volunteer:

No previous experience is required. Volunteers receive specialized training from certified TCE volunteers and can serve as greeters, reviewers or tax preparers.

IRS provides free tax law training, e-file training and all the materials needed to prepare basic individual income tax returns.

The hours are flexible. Volunteers are asked to serve an average of three to four hours per week from February through April 13 in 2016.

Volunteer sites are generally located at community and neighborhood centers, libraries, schools and other convenient locations.

RSVP’s TCE sites also offer free electronic filing of federal and state tax returns.

Anyone interested in volunteering to provide this service can attend the free training sessions, which will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6, 2016, in Room R-221 of Triton’s Robert M. Collins Center. Volunteers will be taught how to assist adults in completing the 1040EZ, 1040A and 1040 federal and state tax forms. Materials are provided free of charge.

The tax counseling service is sponsored annually by RSVP. For more information or to register for the training session, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3835 or 3603.

SPECIAL EVENTS WORKING GROUP

Each January the Village, Park, Schools, and Chamber of Commerce get together and try to plan what activities the Village can schedule throughout the year. The group, led by Ms. Katy Finn, makes sure the collective group stays on track. If you have any suggestions of events you would like to see, please contact Katy at the village hall at 708-345-0020 extension 294. She is ready to start the New Year 2016 off right.

COOK COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE WINTER EVENTS

Although we have little snow to enjoy the outdoors I’m sure it will be coming over the next few months. Below is a list of locations to enjoy activities that the CCFPD has to offer. Sledding hills are open when the ground is frozen and covered with a minimum of three inches of snow. Public safety requires the temporary closing of some Forest Preserves parking areas during the winter season. However, its maintenance department prioritizes the clearing of parking areas serving winter activities. Always call ahead to make sure sledding hills and parking areas are open. Sledding hills with lighting are staffed and open 10 am to 9 pm daily when conditions allow. The closest location is Westchester Woods located on

Cermak Road, east of LaGrange Road, in Westchester. Please call 708-447-0090 for more information.

Sledding Hill Rules and Regulations

Forest Preserves of Cook County sledding hills are open when there is a minimum of 3″ of snow and the ground is frozen.

Use of Forest Preserves of Cook County sledding hills is at visitor’s own risk.

Proper use of appropriate sledding devices which are in good repair and have no sharp edges is required.

Use of skis, non-winter style tubes, carpets, snowboards, toboggans and metal-railed sleds is strictly prohibited.

Unauthorized building of ramps, bumps, moguls, hills or jumps out of a material or substance is strictly prohibited.

Children under the age of 12 should wear a bicycle or multi-sport helmet and must be supervised by an adult.

Sledding hills may be closed due to a lack of snow cover or for any other safety or environmental-related reason.

Pets and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited on sledding

hills.Forest Preserves staff reserves

the right to refuse admittance to sledding hills anyone who fails to comply with the documented and posted Sledding Hills Rules and Regulations.

Ice FishingIce Fishing is permitted during

the winter season at 22 designated lakes and sloughs throughout the County. Ice fishermen should check ice thickness before going out on any frozen body of water. A minimum of four inches of solid ice over the entire lake is recommended before individuals attempt ice fishing. Hours are 8am-sunset. Ice fishing is permitted on an approved list of lakes and sloughs only. For information, please call (708) 771-1335.

Public safety requires the closing of many Forest Preserve parking lots and driveways during the winter season. However, parking facilities involved with winter sports will be open daily.

FROM THE BOARDAt the December 15th Village

Board Meeting, the following items were approved under the Consent Agenda:

Approval of the Record of Bills ending 12-10-15 in the amount not to exceed $866,159.53

Approval of Minutes of the November 24, 2015 Village Board Meeting, of the November 24, 2015 Committee of the Whole Meeting, and of the November 24, 2015 Executive Session

Approval of Departmental Monthly Reports from the Community Development Department, the Police Department, the Fire Department, and the Public Works Department

An Ordinance Amending Chapter 5.36, Entitled “Liquor Sale,” of Title 5, Entitled “Business Licenses and Regulations,” of the Westchester Municipal Code

An Ordinance Amending Title18. entitled “Zoning”, of the Westchester Municipal Code

An Ordinance Amending Section 14.01.110, entitled “Fees” of Article II, entitled “Permits” of Chapter 14.01, entitled “Administration” of Title 14, entitled “Buildings and Construction” of the Westchester Municipal Code

An Ordinance Amending Section 14.52.020, entitled “Village Inspection of Real Estate – Certificate of Compliance Required”, of Chapter 14.52, entitled “Certificates of Compliance”, of Title 14, entitled “Buildings and Construction”, of

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the Westchester Municipal Code An Ordinance Amending the

Municipal Code of the Village of Westchester, Cook County, Illinois, by Amending Title 7, Entitled “Public Peace, Safety and Morals,” and by Adding Thereto Chapter 7.128, Entitled “Rental Residential Property,” and Section 7.132, Entitled “Crime Free Rental Residential Property” and Section 7.136 Entitled “Chronic Nuisance Property/Abatement”

An Ordinance Amending Section 14.16.020, entitled “Modifications – Insertions, Additions, Deletions and Modifications”, of Chapter 14.16, entitled “International Property Maintenance Code 2012”, of Title 14, entitled “Buildings and Construction” of the Westchester Municipal Code

A Resolution Approving the 2016 Schedule of Meetings of the Village President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Westchester, Cook County, Illinois

A Resolution Regarding the Periodic Review of the Closed Meeting Minutes and the Destruction of the Verbatim Recordings of Certain Closed Meetings of the Village of

Westchester At the December 15th Village

Board Meeting, the following items discussed under Active Agenda:

Board Action Regarding the Interest Arbitration Award Issued in Illinois Labor Relations Board Case No.S-MA-12-159 (Police Sergeants)

At the December 15th Village Committee of the Whole Meeting, the following items discussed under New Business:

Concept Plan – St. Joseph Property

Policy on Shared Sanitary Sewer Connections

Proposed Amendment To Municipal Code – Alternate Parking Restrictions

Planning Commission Recommendation – Petition 15-0001 – Community Church, 1840 Westchester Blvd.

At the December 15th Village Committee of the Whole Meeting, the following items discussed under Old Business:

Water & Sewer Rate Study Proposed Change Order – Mayfair

Phase II At the December 15th Village

Committee of the Whole Meeting, the following items discussed under Information Only:

Preliminary Development Plan – 10261 Roosevelt Road

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