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Main Street Parking Garage Now Open for Customer Parking

The Main Street parking garage, on the ground level of the Apex development, is now open. Currently, there are 60 parking spots available for free, three-hour customer parking use. The new covered garage is accessible for vehicles via Glenwood Avenue only. Patrons can then access Main Street businesses via a covered walkway.

Once the garage is fully complete, anticipated in early 2022, it will include 136 covered parking spaces for public parking and will have vehicular entrances on both Main Street and Glenwood Avenue.

In early September, two radiant 8 x 10 foot murals by Chicago-based artist, Tony Fitzpat-rick, were unveiled in the heart of Glen Ellyn

at 427 N. Main Street. The murals are displayed near the new pedway, completed this past spring, which connects pedestrians to down-town businesses, parking and the Metra station.

New Murals Unveiled in Pedway as Part of Public Art Initiative

The murals depict birds native to the area: a woodpecker and a cardinal. Composed of acrylic paint on aluminum board, the visually collaged background features imagery distinc-tive to pop culture influences in Fitzpatrick’s work. In creating the murals, Fitzpatrick was as-sisted by his studio partner and protégé, Danny Torres, and Sam Decarlo who, like Fitzpatrick, is a former College of DuPage student.

“I was honored to have the opportunity to cre-ate this work for Glen Ellyn,” says Fitzpatrick. “It’s one of my core beliefs that art is best made via cultural and community efforts and this project is a perfect opportunity to show that in action.”

The Fitzpatrick murals are part of the DuPage Public Arts Project. The College of DuPage (COD), through the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), created the DuPage Public Arts Project in October 2020, with the goal of initiating public art events and art installations throughout their 38 partner communities. The partnership with Glen Ellyn is the inaugural kick-off to the Project, where COD will work with the Village for a two-year period to establish a public arts committee. The Project, currently funded by the Village of Glen Ellyn and College of DuPage, is tasked with the creation of two public art installations and one commu-nity arts engagement effort.

The murals were sponsored by College of DuPage, the Village of Glen Ellyn and the Glen Ellyn Fund (DuPage Foundation). The Glen Ellyn Fund awarded a grant, applied for by the Village’s Environmental Commission, to support public art in Glen Ellyn.

“Public art is more than just pictures on the side of a building. Public art is a catalyst for economic development and has the power to draw people to our community,” observed Glen Ellyn Village President Mark Senak. “I want to thank our friends at Col-lege of DuPage for raising awareness of the virtues of public art and look forward to working with them on making public art part of the Glen Ellyn brand.”

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Village to Purchase Roosevelt Road Hotel PropertiesIn June, the Board approved the purchase and sale agree-ment of the Roosevelt Road hotel properties located at 675-677 Roosevelt Road and 660 Taft Road at a cost of $2.85 million.

By purchasing the property, comprised of six separate par-cels and two standing buildings, the Village hopes to spark interest in this site that has long been identified as a redevel-opment opportunity within the Roosevelt Road corridor.

“Encouraging re-investment in this site has been a long-term goal of the Village Board,” said Mark Franz, Glen Ellyn Village Manager. “Given that the property has been on and off the market, the Village decided to actively pursue the site to drive future investment and encourage a comprehensive commercial development approach.”

In 2013, the Village established the area containing the hotels as a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District. The approved Roosevelt Road Redevelopment Plan includes the hotels as a potential development site. More recently, the current draft Comprehensive Plan identifies the hotels as catalyst sites for investment and redevelopment. The Village hopes that investment in these catalyst sites prompts further development and reinvestment in adjoining properties along the corridor.

Once the property is acquired, the Village will prepare the site for future development. With the assistance of a consultant, the Vil-lage will evaluate the site and determine the best use of the property. Request for Redevelopment Proposals will then be sought from developers to revitalize the site. The property is located in the C3 Commercial Zoning District, which allows for a wide range of retail and service uses.

Frida Kahlo: Timeless Exhibit Brings Positive Economic Impact to AreaThe “Frida Kahlo: Timeless” exhibition, presented by the Cleve Carney Muse-um of Art (CCMA) and the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) at College of DuPage (COD), was one of this summer’s most notable events, not just for its artistic merit and educational value, but for its extraordinary economic impact on Chicagoland.

The exhibition, which ran June 5 through September 12, sold more than 88,000 tickets and drew more than 100,000 visitors to DuPage County. The DuPage County Convention & Visitors Bureau estimated that patrons from Illinois infused $8 million into the local economy, with another $2 million generated from spending by out-of-state and international visitors. Ticket buyers came from 50 states plus 43 different countries.

To honor Frida Kahlo’s amazing contributions in furthering Mexican art and culture, the Village of Glen Ellyn featured events and experiences throughout the summer. In celebration of the Exhibit, over 20 businesses in Glen Ellyn created unique experiences that both residents and visitors enjoyed. Experiences included shopping, custom menus and cock-tails, plus cooking, painting and floral classes.

“The impact of COVID-19 presented a huge challenge for our area businesses but the exhibit has had a major influence on helping our local economy rebound,” says Glen Ellyn President Mark Senak. “It has not only provided short-term economic benefits to our local businesses, but it has also served the Village’s long-term goal of establishing Glen Ellyn as a center for the arts in DuPage County.”

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The Village of Glen Ellyn has partnered with SeeClickFix to implement a new platform that allows citizens to report quality-of-life issues and request certain Village services. The new reporting tool launched in August and received over 60 requests from citizens during the first month of use. Residents can submit non-emergency requests for various items, such as:

► Potholes ► Parkway tree maintenance ► Signs ► Street lights ► Water issues

SeeClickFix uses your location data for the request. Once the request is received, it is routed to the appropriate Village department. Those that submit a request will receive updates on the status. The new SeeClickFix platform replaces Glen Ellyn’s former service request system, YourGOV. The SeeClickFix mobile app is available for download on Android and iPhone. In addition to the mobile apps, citizens are able to send reports via Glen Ellyn’s website at www.glenellyn.org/SCF or directly at seeclickfix.com.

Village to Reestablish Community Relations CommissionIn August, the Village Board voted to approve changes to the Community Relations Commission (CRC). The changes include restructuring the Commission membership and expanding the duties of the Commission.

Commission Intent and Purpose The Community Relations Commission was created in 1975 to address issues related to fair housing. In 1976, the intent and purpose of the Commission was amended to broaden the Commission’s scope beyond housing to also consider issues of equality, employment, and the overall well-being of Village residents.

With the reestablishment of this Commission in 2021, the proposed duties of the Commis-sion are wide ranging and include developing and promoting programs, establishing met-rics and benchmarks and hearing community concerns and complaints related to diversity, equality, equity and inclusion issues within the Glen Ellyn community.

Commission Members The Commission has a total of nine members, with two members designated as student Commissioners (retaining full voting rights). The Commission will also allow for multiple liaisons from the Glen Ellyn Park Dis-trict, Glen Ellyn Public Library, School Districts, 41, 87 and 89, the College of DuPage and Village staff.

Commission Meeting ScheduleMeetings will be held at the Village’s Civic Center on the first Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. It is anticipated that the first meet-ing for the Commission will be in early October 2021.

SeeClickFix: Village Launches New Resident Reporting Tool

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Sunday, October 3, 10, 17, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Final weeks of the Glen Ellyn French Market. Main Street Train Station parking lot between Main Street and Forest Avenue. Visit www.glenellynchamber.com for more information.

Saturday, October 30, 9:45a.m. - 1p.m.Halloween Festival and Parade in downtown Glen Ellyn.

A Spooktacu-lar Event where children, with their parents, participate in the parade, go trick-or-treating at participating local businesses, and en-joy festival games and crafts. Plus, look for painted windows by local scout groups.

Parade Route Families to meet at the Glenwood/Crescent parking lot starting at 9:30 a.m. to march in the parade at 9:45 a.m.

For more information and a map of the parade route, visit www.glenellynchamber.com.

Parents are urged to accompany small children as they trick-or-treat at the homes of relatives, neighbors and friends. Suggested trick-or-treating hours are 3 - 7 p.m.

Unaccompanied older kids should be cautioned to approach only well-lit homes, avoid dark or deserted areas, cross only at intersections and watch out for cars. Motorists are cautioned to be especially vigilant on Village streets during trick-or-treat hours. All treats should be inspected when the trick-or-treaters return home.

Halloween Safety Reminders

Saturday, October 9, 9 a.m. - noonFree annual auto inspections for Milton Township seniors. Wheaton Fire Station One, 1 Fapp Circle, Wheaton. For infor-mation call Milton Township at (630) 668-1616

Tuesday, November 16 and Thursday, November 18, 4-8 pm. Downtown Glen Ellyn will hold its 14th annual Ladies Night Out event. Shop at over 20 participating businesses in the downtown, plus enjoy cocktails at three different outdoor carts. Tickets must be purchased in advance. No tickets will be sold the night of the event. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit downtownglenellyn.com

Save the Date! Friday, November 26 Holiday Walk and Tree Lighting. Join in on the excitement of kicking-off the holiday season at this annual winter festival, featuring a tree-lighting ceremony, window decorating contests, a visit from Santa and more. More information to come at www.glenellynchamber.com

October 16 through October 31Scarecrow Rows.

Rows and Rows of Scarecrows will be lined up in down-town Glen Ellyn. Join the fun and see the handmade Scarecrows created by scout troops, community mem-bers, local businesses and non-profit organizations.

For more information and to download the scarecrow map, visit www.glenellynchamber.com

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New Residential Solid Waste Rates

October will be the final month for Branch and Brush pick-up for 2021. Residents should note that the week of October 11-14 will be the last pick-up for Hill Avenue and north of Hill Avenue; while the week of October 18-21 will be the last week for residents living south of Hill Avenue. The Village encourages residents to comply with the following specifications for pick-up:

► No stickers needed ► Branch and brush must be out at the curb by 7a.m. on the

Monday of the collection week ► Material should NOT be bundled or put in containers ► Branches may not exceed 10 inches in diameter ► No root balls or dimensional lumber ► Professionally cut trimmings are not included

Non-compliant piles will be tagged to identify the reason they were not picked-up. Piles that are not picked-up will need to be disposed of in a future regular refuse collection as yard waste, using bags and stickers. The Branch and Brush program will resume in May 2022.

In July, the Village Board approved updated rates for the weekly residential solid waste program. Rates were updated as part of the Village’s five-year contract with Groot Industries. The new rates go into effect on the August 1, 2021 Village services bill.

Yard waste and refuse stickers can be purchased at the fol-lowing locations, during normal business hours: Civic Center, Finance Department (M-F 8 a.m - 4:30 p.m.)535 Duane Street, Glen EllynJewel-Osco599 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn 2031 N. Main Street, Wheaton Len’s Ace Hardware485 Roosevelt Road, Glen EllynPete’s Market880 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn Additionally, stickers are available through the mail from Groot Industries by calling (847) 429-7370.

For more information on refuse, recycling and yard waste guidelines and reminders, visit the Village’s website at www.glenellyn.org.

Yard Waste and Refuse Stickers Last Branch and Brush Pick-Up for 2021

Ancillary Rates: Beginning August 1, a slight increase in ancillary rates was implemented. As a reminder, leaf stickers are used October through November and yard stickers are used April through November. New pricing is as follows:

Service/Cart Size Monthly Rates Additional 2020 2021 Monthly Cost

CURBSIDE SERVICE 35 Gallon $15.86 $16.23 $0.37 65 Gallon $19.87 $20.36 $0.49 95 Gallon $22.21 $22.77 $0.56 35 Gallon Senior $14.62 $14.95 $0.33

REAR DOOR SERVICE 35 Gallon $24.54 $25.17 $0.63 65 Gallon $31.43 $32.27 $0.84 95 Gallon $31.43 $32.27 $.084 35 Gallon Senior $22.43 $22.99 $0.56 COMPOSTING 35 Gallon $11.53 $11.88 $0.35 65 Gallon $13.41 $13.81 $0.40 95 Gallon $16.69 $17.19 $0.50

Monthly Rates: This year’s base rates will increase by 3 percent, in accordance with the contract. Overall, the rates equate to an additional annual cost to residents of $3.94 to $10.08, depending on the type of service residents select. The supplemental rates cover toter replacement, branch & brush program, the unlimited refuse collection program and administration/billing. A further breakdown and cost comparison can be viewed in the monthly rate chart to the right. Please note that the unlimited refuse collection program will return in the spring of 2022, a date is yet to be set.

► Leaf Sticker: $1.70 ► Cart Exchange: $20.26

► Sold Waste Sticker: $2.82 ► Yard Waste Sticker: $2.82

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Managing Stormwater on Private Property

Dave Buckley Named Public Works DirectorThis past June, the Village Board swore in Dave Buckley to the posi-tion of Public Works Director. Buckley served as the Interim Public Works Director, following the retirement of former director, Julius Hansen, in April 2021.

Buckley has been an employee of the Village of Glen Ellyn since 1990. He began his career at the Village Links and served in multiple capacities including Grounds Crew, Senior Grounds Supervisor and Golf Course Co-Superintendent. In 2007, he transitioned to the role of Assistant Public Works Director. During his 14 years serving as Assistant Public Works Director, he oversaw the restructuring of the Operations Division at Public Works, as well as the creation of the Utilities and Street/Forestry Divisions. Among other duties at Public Works, he successfully managed snow removal operations and salt purchasing for over 14 winters. Buckley also directed the implementation and continued administration of a work and asset man-agement software, allowing Public Works to increase levels of service and improve department functionality and efficiencies.

“I am honored and excited for this opportunity to serve the Village of Glen Ellyn,” said Buckley. “It is my goal for Public Works staff to be collectively and individually on a great trajectory for success and fulfillment. We pride ourselves in making a difference in people’s everyday lives, whether they realize it or not.”

As Public Works Director, Buckley will oversee a staff of 35 employees. Primary responsibilities of the Public Works Department include the purchase, design, construction and maintenance of all Village-owned infrastructure, equipment, vehicles and related assets.

“We look forward to Dave’s continued leadership within the Public Works Department,” said Mark Franz, Glen Ellyn Village Man-ager. “His high level of customer service and longstanding career with the Village are the perfect fit for the community’s needs and priorities.”

Additional Online Resources ► The Center for Neighborhood Tech-

nology has developed several resources for homeowners as part of its RainReady-SM initiative that can be found on their website: https://www.cnt.org/rainready/homeowner-guidance

► A comprehensive guide entitled the Homeowner’s Guide to Retrofitting: Six Ways to Protect Your House From Flood-ing (FEMA Publication 312), is available at the Glen Ellyn Public Library, or online at www.fema.gov by searching for “Home-owner’s Guide to Retrofitting.”

Flood Protection ResourcesThe Village continues to work to reduce flood risks through implementation of projects on public property, but reminds residents that there are ways to protect your home and private property from flooding. The Village has prepared a drain-age brochure, which can be downloaded from the Village website www.glenel-lyn.org by searching for “Residential Drainage Brochure.” Paper copies of these brochures are also available by calling the Community Development Department at 630-547-5250. If you have experienced flooding, Community Development Department staff is available to come out to a property and meet with you to discuss flood protection options.

Stormwater RegulationsMany properties have drainage swales, ditches, or storm sewers to carry storm-water away from structures. Fences, sheds, hedge rows, annual mulching, and regrading can block or divert stormwater in these areas. Always check with the Community Development Department before you build on, grade, excavate, or place fill on your property. Permits are generally required for outside work includ-ing fences, sheds, patios, decks, sidewalks, and regrading to ensure compliance with building and zoning codes and stormwater management regulations.

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Historic Preservation Commission Award WinnersThe Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission supports homeowners and builders who help preserve our Village’s historic character. Each year the Commission reviews projects, completed within the previous year, for its annual Historic Preserva-tion Awards. Entries were accepted for residential (single-family and multi-family), commercial and institutional buildings. The Commission selected the following projects completed in 2020 for awards:

Restoration of the Year Award: Justin and Suzanne Cafferty (335 N. Main Street).

Remodel of the Year Award, Residential: Sean and Amanda Pfeiffer (345 Spring Avenue).

Remodel of the Year Award, Commercial: Doug and Lacie Flannery (484 N. Main Street).

Streetscape Compatibility Award: Kristin and Michael Albrecht (429 Arlington Avenue).

Architectural Details Award: Jacob and Patty Weaver (773 Crescent Boulevard)

Honorable Mention for Remodel of the Year: Rob and Megan Brown (641 Hill Avenue)

For a full description, including photos of the 2020 award winners, please visit the Village website at www.glenellyn.org/HPCAwards

2022 Village Budget CalendarThe Village of Glen Ellyn has set the following schedule to discuss the Calendar Year 2022 proposed budget. The following meetings are open to the public and will be held at the Village’s Civic Center, 535 Duane Street.

October 14, 21 and 25: Village Board Workshop

October 28 (if needed): Village Board Workshop

October 25: Village Board Meeting, public hearing on proposed budget followed by first reading of budget ordinance

November 8: Village Board Meeting, second read-ing/adoption of the budget ordinance.

Note that meetings are subject to change. Please visit the Agendas & Meetings page on the Village’s website for a current schedule.

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At the Monday, September 13 Village Board Meeting, the Board voted to prohibit recreational cannabis business establishments in the Village. The Meeting was held both in person and via Zoom, with the Board receiving public comment from nearly 40 members of the public. Initially in November 2019, the Village Board established a moratorium on recreational cannabis business establishments and has since extended the moratorium three times. The moratorium was set to expire September 28, 2021. In 2020, the Board voted to have an advisory referendum question added to the November 3, 2020 General Election ballot. The question asked residents, “Shall the Village permit the sale of recreational cannabis within Village limits?” 16,501 total ballots were cast with 51.25% yes votes and 48.75% no votes. The results of an advisory referendum is non-binding, and governing bodies are not required to act in accordance with the majority opinion. For more information on this topic, including background information, a timeline on the process the Board took to reach the decision and frequently asked questions, please visit the Village’s website at www.glenellyn.org/recreationalcannabis

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Village OfficialsVillage President Mark Senak

Village Trustee Kelli Christiansen

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Village Trustee Anne Gould

Village Trustee Kelley Kalinich

Village Trustee Bill Payne

Village Trustee Steve Thompson

Village Clerk Caren Cosby

Village Manager Mark Franz

Village Attorney Greg Mathews

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