Thursday, December 18, 2025 | | |
Dear River Forest residents,
This past Monday, I attended the Lake & Lathrop settlement conference between the former developer and Wintrust Bank. After several hours of discussion, the parties were unable to reach an agreement. Though this is unfortunate, the Judge has directed parties to continue negotiating and assured me that the site will be properly maintained during this time. We are hopeful that the parties will continue to work toward a resolution over the coming weeks before the next hearing on
January 29, 2026.
At Monday’s Village Board meeting, the Board issued a proclamation honoring Fenwick High School for winning its second Illinois High School Association Football State Championship. The team will be formally recognized at the January 12, 2026 Board Meeting, and residents are invited to attend and help congratulate the players and coaches on this outstanding achievement.
Sincerely,
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Cathy Adduci, Village President
Village of River Forest
| | Do You Need a Warming Center? | | As frigid temperatures settle in, residents are encouraged to take extra precautions to stay safe and look out for one another - with a specific focus on our older adults, individuals with disabilities, and neighbors who may have difficulty leaving their homes. Everyone should dress in layers, keep pets indoors as much as possible, protect exposed pipes from freezing, and avoid using unsafe heating sources. If you or someone you know would like information on warming center locations, or for additional cold-weather resources, click here. | |
Tennis Club Withdraws
Application
| The River Forest Tennis Club has withdrawn its planned development application for proposed court lighting at its facility for evening play. The project would have allowed evening lighting until 9:30 p.m. As a result of the withdrawal, the Development Review Board public hearing previously scheduled for January 15 has been canceled. Established in 1905, the Tennis Club has been a valued community institution, and the Village will share any future updates should the Club choose to revisit their proposal. | |  | Light Up the Night THIS Saturday | This Saturday, December 20, the Kiwanis Club of River Forest & Oak Park invites the community to take part in its annual “Light Up the Night” celebration. Luminary kits - which include white paper bags, LED tea lights, sand for stability, and easy setup instructions - are available for $10, with all proceeds benefiting local youth programs. Kits can be picked up from the front porch at 1043 Keystone Avenue. Payment may be made by cash, or a check payable to Kiwanis of RFOP, which should be placed in the provided envelope through the mail slot. | | | River Forest residents aged 60 and older can receive help with everyday home maintenance through North West Housing Partnership (NWHP) Oak Park–River Forest Senior Home Repair Program. This service provides a qualified handy person to assist with minor, non-emergency tasks that support safe and comfortable aging in place. A full list of covered services is available here. To learn more about eligibility or to schedule a visit, call NWHP at 847-969-0561. | | Join the One Earth Filmmakers Contest | Lights, camera - climate action! The One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest is calling on creative minds ages 8 to 25 to share powerful environmental stories through film. Whether they are live action, animation, narrative, or a documentary, filmmakers are invited to submit short films that inspire change that are up to three to eight minutes in length, with animated entries accepted at 45 seconds or longer. Turn your ideas into impact and submit your film here. Contest submissions are due by 11:59 p.m. on June 25, 2026. All winning films will premiere on September 27, 2026. | | | Concordia University Tuition Discount | Employees and owners of businesses within 10 miles of Concordia University Chicago in River Forest can receive a 10% tuition discount on select online accelerated bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs, as well as professional certificates. This benefit is an investment in professional growth, while it also strengthens the local workforce. Learn more and apply before spring classes begin on Friday, January 5, 2026. | | | Recycle your Holiday Lights | | |
Be sustainable this holiday season! The Village has partnered with Elgin Recycling to give residents an easy way to recycle old or unusable holiday lights. Drop off wire string lights and extension cords at the designated collection bin on Central Avenue near Village Hall, under the train overpass, now through January 16, 2026.
Elgin Recycling ensures your lights get a second life by separating and baling them before they’re shredded and sold to foundries and mills across the U.S. This keeps materials out of landfills and supports a greener future. Learn more here.
| | River Forest Business Spotlight | | |
Prioritize your well-being at Dr. Robert Jusino's Back & Neck Pain Clinic. Specializing in spinal adjustments, soft-tissue therapy, and therapeutic rehabilitation, Dr. Jusino and his team use an evidence-based approach to help you achieve effective, long-lasting pain relief. Stop by or schedule your appointment online at chiroconsults.com and start your journey to feeling your best.
Please support local businesses whenever possible! If you have a business located in River Forest with a valid business license, it can be featured in the Village’s business spotlight. If you’d like your business to be featured, please send us an email. You can find a listing of River Forest businesses on the Village’s Shop River Forest website.
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