To learn more about Township programs and services, visit RiverForestTownship.org, the RF community calendar at rfhappenings.com, or email Supervisor John Becvar at supervisor@riverforesttownship.org. 

February 2025

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TOWNSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS FOR GRADUATING H.S. SENIORS

The Township Officials of Illinois (TOI) is offering seven (7) $2,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend college in the state of Illinois. Interested students should contact Supervisor Becvar as interviewing an elected Township official is part of the process. Applications, along with a 500-word essay and official high school transcript, are due March 1, 2025.

YOUTH JOB SKILLS READINESS PROGRAM

WINTERIZATION FOR SENIORS

Prepare your home for winter! River Forest residents 60 years of age and older can participate in the North West Housing Partnership (NWHP) Oak Park River Forest Senior Home Repair Program. This program provides a skilled handyperson to assist with minor home repairs, making it easier and safer for seniors to age in place. While not intended for emergency or very large repairs, it’s a great way to tackle those small home improvements, and to winterize your home. To learn more about eligibility or to schedule a service, call NWHP at 847-969-0561.

LEARN ABOUT ABLE ACCOUNTS - FEBRUARY 11

Join us for a FREE informational webinar via Zoom about IL ABLE (“Achieving a Better Life Experience”) Accounts on Tuesday, February 11th from 6-7PM. A tax-advantaged IL ABLE Account can be an excellent tool for people with disabilities and their families to save or invest their money for expenses related to living with a disability while protecting federal benefits such as SSI and Medicaid.

PICKLEBALL CLASS FOR SENIORS - FEBRUARY 21

Join certified pickleball coach and instructor Kelly Frank in our upcoming River Forest Township Senior Pickleball Clinics at the River Forest Community Center. The next session is Friday, February 21st from 1-3PM. Kelly will educate you about pickleball as well as take you through guided open play. These FREE clinics are for all OPRF seniors of all skill levels. There will be an emphasis on senior beginner and intermediate play to help develop players’ skill and love of the fastest growing sport in the USA.

1ST INSTALLMENT PROPERTY TAX BILLS DUE MARCH 4

First installment property tax bills, payable in 2025, are posted to the Cook County Treasurer's Office Website. For those who have not opted out, paper bills will be mailed in February. Payment is due Tuesday, March 4th. REMEMBER: This is an estimated tax bill. Exemptions are only listed on the second installment property tax bill. Second installment tax bills are scheduled to be due approximately the first week of August.

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