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Community Bike Path Survey here...
This online survey will allow local residents to voice their opinions about bicycling in our region.  Local residents can help identify areas of interest, safety concerns and connections that are needed which will allow us to plan for best future improvements to our bicycle network.

Village of Westchester Cooling Center
Oppressive summer heat is more than uncomfortable.
High temperatures and humidity can pose a health and safety hazard.

Heat Relief
A Cooling Center is an air-conditioned facility where Westchester residents can go to find relief from the heat.  The Village of Westchester Cooling Center is located in the Westchester Village Hall Community Room during the summer months. Additional facilities are opened as needed in the Westchester Public Library and Westchester Park District buildings.  Contact the Westchester Police Department (708) 345-0060 Non Emergency Number for information or assistance.

Call the Westchester Police Department at (708) 345-0060
• For Information on a Cooling Center near you.
• Request a well-being check for someone who may be suffering from the heat.
• Register for the Village’s Extreme Weather Notification System.

Hot Weather Tips:
• Drink lots of water and natural juices; avoid alcoholic beverages, coffee and colas.
• Avoid going outside in the blazing heat.
• If you don’t have air conditioning, keep shades drawn and blinds closed, but windows slightly open.
• Keep electric lights off or turned down.
• Minimize use of your oven and stove.
• Wear loose, light, cotton clothing.
• Take cool baths and showers.
• Don’t leave anyone (including pets) in a parked car, even for a few minutes.
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NATIONAL 9/11 FLAG TOUR in Illinois
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Stitch the National 9/11 Flag; History of The National 9/11 Flag

ComED News
Some residents to receive "smart meters": details
New Scam Warning- Impersonation Scam

Board/Commission Vacancies
President Pulia is accepting letters of interest for the Citizens Advisory Board, Zoning Board of Appeals & Economic Development Committee. Letters/resumes can be dropped off at Village Hall or emailed to: spulia@westchester-il.org

Community E-Briefs
Sign up now! Send us your email so we may keep you updated. By registering to receive the Village of Westchester’s Community E-Briefs, you will be sent periodic emails from the Village.  These E-Briefs will include information about upcoming Village events, services, meetings, and other friendly reminders of local happenings. 

2010 Tree Trimming Program                                
The pruning of trees is an important tree maintenance practice. Proper pruning improves tree health, appearance and safety. Within the near future, The Village’s contractor, Sinnott Tree Service, will be pruning the parkway or street right-of-way trees, at your residence. They will specifically prune the trees to:

•  Remove broken, dead, diseased and structurally weak limbs
•  Remove narrow-angled or V-shaped crotches
•  Remove crossing, rubbing or interfering limbs
•  Promote a single stemmed leader, when possible
•  Promote desired scaffold branches
•  Remove sucker  growth along the main trunk
•  Raise trees by removing lower limbs that will not be part of the main canopy
•  Ensure safety of pedestrians and vehicular traffic
•  Restore characteristic form of misshapen trees
•  Permit sunlight and air circulation through the canopy
  

Westchester Blood Drive Program:
Blood Program Dates - In October 2009, it was honored by LifeSource as the No. 1 community blood program in the Chicago area. 

2006 Street Survey:
2006 Street Survey - Evaluation of all of the Village streets. Download or view to see where your street places in the rankings.

Animal Tags:

Now available through the Westchester Police Department. There is no longer a fee for the tags.

Cab Coupon Program Discount:

This program provides discount taxicab coupons for Senior and Handicapped residents. Coupon books are available for a cost of $10 and have a value of $20. Books must be purchased in person at the Village Hall. There is a limit of one book per person per month.
 

Proviso Township Senior Services:

Provides FREE transportation for seniors. Please call 708-449-4307 for more information.

Mosquitos:

Cook County Dept. of Public Health. Cook County PPH urges you to "Fight the Bite" go to their website for more information on the West Nile Virus: www.cookcountypublichealth.org

Desplaines Valley Mosquito Abatement District - addresses all mosquito borne illinesses and maintains aggressive mosquito larvae control. For info go to their website: www.desplainesvalleymad.com.
See the District letter here.....

Direct Debit Program:

Click here to download the Direct Debit Program application. Pay your water, sewer and rubbish bill through electronic fund transfer.

Waste Management Senior Discount Form:

Click here to print

Chicago Highlands Club:

For more information on the new private family country club located in Westchester, IL at 31st Street and I-294, logon to: www.chicagohighlands.com

The Village of Westchester Annual Water Quality Report is published annually in the Westchester Monthly Newsletter.

Vehicle Stickers:

Must be displayed by April 30th.

Please wait to receive your application via mail. Click here to be redirected to the Administration page

Freedom of Information
FOIA Request Form
Freedom of Information Act