E-Newsletter: April 1, 2022 |
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Spring Clean-Up is Coming, Elmhurst!
Pick up days will be Saturdays in April depending on your regular garbage pick-up days. This year's dates are as follows: April 2nd for those with a Wednesday garbage pick-up, April 9th for those with a Thursday pick-up, and April 16th for those with a Friday pick-up.For a complete list of acceptable and unacceptable items, visit elmhurst.org/472/Spring-Clean-Up.
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The City of Elmhurst, Elmhurst District 205, Elmhurst Park District, Elmhurst Public Library, and Elmhurst University have joined in organizing an event on Wednesday, April 6th to support the people of Ukraine. Various local organizations will be participating and all are welcome to attend. Together, Elmhurst community members will stand in solidarity with the heroic people of Ukraine as they fight to maintain their democracy, while showing support to those who are concerned for their loved ones abroad, the millions who have been displaced, and for those grieving lives lost.
A moment of togetherness. A candlelight vigil will take place on Wednesday, April 6th, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Wilder Park. The community will be invited to join in a moment of togetherness which will include words spoken by our community leaders, the Consul General of Ukraine, personal stories from members of the Ukrainian community, a moment of silence, and a reading of the State Anthem of Ukraine. The event will be recorded and posted to the City's YouTube page, ElmhurstTV. Attendees should follow signs for public parking options which include the Wilder Mansion Parking Lot, Adelaide Parking Deck, and Elmhurst University's Alexander Parking Lot.
A day of giving. Also on Wednesday, April 6th, civic partners will encourage community members who are interested in supporting Ukraine to consider making a financial contribution to established organizations that are working to support refugees of this crisis. A list of various ways to make these financial contributions will be posted on Elmhurst.org/Ukraine. Before making a contribution to a charity, research how the organization uses its donations, and ensure that your donation is designated to support the crisis in Ukraine.
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The City's Commission on Youth Promotes
April Random Acts of Kindness Month
The City’s Commission on Youth has created a month’s worth of kindness for you and your kids to do this April. Some of the acts of kindness are super simple and some are more involved, but all are intended to make kindness a habit in your community, classroom and home.
Before you start, print out this flyer and talk as a family about what you plan to do for each item. Talk about what being kind means and why it’s important. Planning the month should be fun. No one says you have to go in order. You can hang up the list and simply mark them off as you complete each act of kindness.
Kindness itself is very motivating and the true reward is the feeling you get from completing a kind act, but as an added incentive, the City’s Commission on Youth will award thirty $10 Elmhurst City Center gift cards randomly among all entries received.
No later than Monday, May 9th, please email your completed list to Commissioner Anne Zimmer at a.zimmer@lwreedy.com. We encourage you to submit pictures from your family's month of kindness too! For more information and resources, visit elmhurst.org/kindnessmonth.
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City of Elmhurst Public Works Citizen Academy
ONLY 6 SPOTS LEFT! SIGN UP TODAY!
The Public Works Citizen Academy is a 6-week program designed to give citizens a working knowledge of how the City of Elmhurst Public Works department provides vital functions to the community. The program, which is geared towards adults (you must be 18 or older to participate), will be held over six weeks with sessions as follows:
Thursday, April 14, 2022
6:00pm - 7:30pm @ Public Works Garage
Thursday, April 21, 2022
6:00pm - 7:30pm @ Public Works Garage
Thursday, April 28, 2022
6:00pm - 7:30pm @ Waste Water Treatment Plant
Thursday, May 5, 2022
6:00pm - 7:30pm @ Public Works Garage
Thursday, May 12, 2022
6:00pm - 7:30pm @ Public Works Garage
Monday, May 16, 2022
6:00pm - 7:30pm @ City Hall
The program includes an in-depth overview of the divisions, interactive hands-on activities, along with tours of City facilities and presentations by Public Works staff.
At the end of the program, participants will be recognized as Public Works Citizen Academy graduates at a ceremony at City Hall. The program is limited to 25 students per session and the application deadline in April 8th. This is a great opportunity to learn more about this interesting field. Apply here today!
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Elmhurst Police Department - Now Hiring!
The Elmhurst Police Department is hiring! If you are interested in a career in law enforcement, visit Elmhurst.org/police to see all Elmhurst has to offer, including competitive pay and benefits packages. Applications are being accepted through April 14, 2022. Apply online today.
Come be a part of something great – you are wanted in the City of Elmhurst.
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Yard-Waste Curbside Collection Begins in April
The City of Elmhurst offers yard-waste curbside collection every week during the months of April – November. The City will pick up two bundles of branches per week for free, which do not necessitate a sticker. Cans/bags of yard waste do require a sticker, which can be purchased for $3.50 at qualified vendors. Bags must be paper, and may not exceed 50 lbs. Click here for more info.
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Have you signed up for WaterSmart?
There's an easier way to track your water use! The WaterSmart program allows residents to view water consumption, and get notices on leaks. The program also allows you to set preferences for alerts, and check your account at any time. Register today!
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Stay Connected! Sign up for Elmhurst Connect!
Residents can easily report an issue or send a request directly to the appropriate City department using Elmhurst Connect. The new online and mobile app service request system features a variety of report types . After a request is made, you will receive real-time updates tracking the response and be able to send messages directly to the City about your request. The system makes it easy to communicate directly with City staff.
You can download the Elmhurst Connect mobile app from your app store or you can access the system from your computer on the City’s website at Elmhurst.org/servicerequest.
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Upcoming Public Meetings at City Hall:
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City of Elmhurst
630-530-3000
Weekdays: 8:30am - 5pm
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