Village Board Adopts Balanced 2024 Budget

The Village of Roselle Board of Trustees adopted a $23 million general operating budget for 2024 that provides necessary funding to maintain service levels delivered to residents and businesses while investing in the Village Board’s strategic goals and preparing for an increase in mandated and critical infrastructure improvements over the next several years. As such, the 2024 budget includes increases in property taxes, water, sewer, and capital improvement surcharge (CIS) rates, and increases in commuter parking lot daily fees. Read the full announcement for more information.

Water, Sewer, and CIS Rate Increases

Water and sewer rates are developed to recover the cost of purchasing water through the DuPage Water Commission (DWC). The Village’s overall cost of purchasing water has increased due to the DWC’s 2023 rate increase. 2024 water rates will increase by 41 cents to a rate of $9.25 per 1,000 gallons used.

Sewer rates vary by county. DuPage County sewer rates will increase by 80 cents to a rate of $7.10/1,000 gallons. Cook County sewer rates will increase by 15 cents to a rate of $3.55/1,000 gallons.

Revenue from CIS rates goes to the Water/Sewer Capital Projects Fund, which is used for infrastructure improvements to Roselle’s water and wastewater systems. The Village must complete IEPA-mandated updates to both of Roselle's wastewater treatment facilities starting in 2024. Due to the significant cost of these mandated improvements, the FY 2024 Budget includes a CIS rate increase of $1.40 to a rate of $7.50/1,000 gallons.

These mandated wastewater updates are a significant driver of Roselle's need for increased infrastructure funding; learn more on the Investing in Infrastructure portal.

Next Board Meeting: January 8, 2024

Village Board meeting recordings are posted on the Village's YouTube channel. Watch the December 4 meeting here.

You can also read meeting minutes online after they are approved by the Board.

The next Village Board meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2024. The public may submit a comment or question for Village Board consideration ahead of time by using the Village Board Meeting Public Participation form by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting.

Live comments will be accepted by in-person attendees during the meeting.

2024 Rose Ambassador Scholarship Event

The annual Rose Ambassador Scholarship Event will be held on Friday, February 9, at the Lake Park High School West Campus Auditorium (500 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.) at 7:00 p.m.

The Rose Ambassador Scholarship Event offers local high school students an annual opportunity to compete for college scholarships totaling over $5,000. Each year, the Rose Ambassador and Rose Ambassador Court participate in the annual Rose Parade and are involved in other community events over the course of the year.

Applications are due by January 15, 2024. Visit our website to learn more and download an application.

Holiday Light Recycling Now Available at Village Hall & Clauss Recreation Center

Roselle residents can recycle their non-working holiday lights at Roselle Village Hall or Clauss Recreation Center through the end of January.

Many thanks to Flood Brothers Disposal for partnering with the Village to offer holiday light recycling!

Public Safety Spotlight

Check Your Chimney

The Roselle Fire Department recommends having your chimney inspected annually to avoid issues from repairs or built-up residue. Make sure your chimney is clean and in working order before enjoying a cozy fireside evening this winter. Read more winter safety tips from the Roselle Fire Department.

Social Services: Holiday Support

The Roselle Police Department employs two mental health counselors who provide social service referrals and behavioral health support seven days a week. All services are free of charge. Referrals are based on individual health care coverage and home address.

Visit www.roselle.il.us/SocialServices for more information.

Vacation Watch & Overnight Parking Requests

Going out of town, or have family coming in? Residents can use the Roselle Police Department's online request system to request overnight parking or a vacation watch.

CPR Courses: January 4, February 1

The Roselle Fire Department offers Heartsaver CPR/AED courses each month. Sign up at www.roselle.il.us/CPR.

Community News

DuPage County Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

To offset the riding cost of home energy, DuPage County offers assistance to low-income households through direct financial assistance, energy counseling, outreach and education. Emergency assistance is available to eligible households whose utility service is in danger of disconnection or has been disconnected and for homeowners whose furnace is non-operational or determined unsafe to operate.

Visit the DuPage County website to learn more about program eligibility.

Light Up Roselle: December 31, 2023

The Roselle Lions Club invites you to Light Up Roselle and show support for your community. Place your luminaria bags out at 6:00p.m. on New Year's Eve to give Roselle a bright start to the new year!

If you would like to participate, pick up the luminaria bags, candles, and donation envelopes at one of these locations by December 20:

Little Red Ribbon – 113 Main St.
State Farm Insurance Anthony DeGrado – 11 N. Roselle Rd.
Happy by Chocolate – 116 S.Prospect St.
Pollyanna Brewery - 245 E Main St.
Roselle Park District - 555 W Bryn Mawr Ave.

Businesses that may want to participate in Light Up Roselle should email Lion Maryann at Mobysmom2k1@yahoo.com by December 13.

Visit the Roselle Lions Club website for more information!

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