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2 Crestwood Adviser April 2020 Number 517 Village Hall 13840 South Cicero Avenue Phone. 708.371.4800 Be sure to visit the Village website at: www.crestwood.illinois.gov MAYOR CLERK TRUSTEES e-mail: e-mail: e-mail: e-mail: e-mail: e-mail: Lou Presta LPresta@crestwood.illinois.gov Catherine M. Johnson CJohnson@crestwood.illinois.gov Theresa Flynn tfly5@sbcglobal.net Anthony J. Benigno ABenigno@crestwood.illinois.gov William B. Pieroth WPieroth@crestwood.illinois.gov Linda M. Madlener LMadlener@crestwood.illinois.gov Michael J. McInerney MMcInerney@crestwood.illinois.gov Kevin Wasag KWasag@crestwood.illinois.gov EDITOR IN CHIEF Bill Graffeo BGraffeo@crestwood.illinois.gov ASSISTANT EDITOR Amy Roe ARoe@crestwood.illinois.gov Publishing & Advertising The Crestwood Adviser is published monthly for the Village of Crestwood by Fanning Communications, Inc. 4701 Midlothian Turnpike — Suite 4 Crestwood, IL 60418 For Editorial and Advertising Inquiries: Phone 708.293.1430 Fax 708.293.1432 Website: www.fanningcommunications.com Publication Staff: Publisher Managing Editor Editor/Graphic Designer Graphic Designer Accounting/Billing Web Developer John J. Fanning Karl J. Paloucek DeAnna Clark Robert Durkee Jan Klos Joseph Neathawk The Crestwood Adviser is dedicated to presenting as much as it can about the Village of Crestwood so that the community can have the information it needs to strengthen and enrich the community of Crestwood. Our goal is to report the news as fully, fairly and as accurately as possible. Your comments and suggestions are encouraged, by phone or in writing, whether or not you wish such letters to be published. Under no circumstances will the Crestwood Adviser be liable for any misspellings, misprints, or damage caused by a Subscriber's reliance on information obtained. It is the responsibility of each Subscriber to evaluate the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any information, opinion, advice or other content available through the Crestwood Adviser. Please seek the advice of professionals, as appropriate, regarding the evaluation of any specific information, opinion, advice or other content. Electronic feedback can be sent to: info@crestwoodadviser.com For advertising: ads@crestwoodadviser.com Message from the Mayor of Crestwood Dear Neighbors, I want to keep you updated about the Village’s efforts to address the outbreak of COVID-19. These are certainly unprecedented times and conditions are changing rapidly. I want to assure you that our top priority is your health and safety while providing all necessary and critical Village services that you depend on. The Village has established a task force made up of key professionals and staff, along with the Village Board, to stay up to date with the ever-evolving conditions and to advise me. This task force is to monitor, assess and assist me in making decisions as conditions warrant. We speak on a daily basis to share the most current information. We are taking guidance from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, and from the federal and state authorities, and have established protocols based on their direction. We have also developed action plans with each department to ensure that your critical services, such as water, sewer, EMS, police, fire, etc., will function uninterrupted despite the possibility of reduced staff. We know this is difficult on many levels. You may be out of work. The kids could be home and in need of attention. You might have an existing health condition that makes you more vulnerable. You might not be capable of paying your bills and are worried about the consequences. The first thing we want you to do is not panic. Congress has passed multiple pieces of legislation that will hopefully provide financial aid soon. We will continue to provide as many resources as possible on our website as information becomes available. A completely unintended consequence of all of this is the impact on many of our businesses. As such, we are introducing the Business US Census 2020 The U.S. Constitution mandates that a census be taken every 10 years to count all people — both citizens and noncitizens — living in the United States. Responding to the census is mandatory, because getting a complete and accurate count of the population is critically important. The data collected by the decennial census determines the number of seats each state has in the U.S. House of Representatives, and is used to distribute billions in federal funds to local communities. Stimulus Voucher Program for Crestwood Residents. Each household in Crestwood will receive four $25.00 stimulus vouchers to be used at participating local business. We want to help the businesses as much as possible. We encourage you to take advantage of carry-out food if you have the ability to do it. Fortunately, we can all help keep our businesses afloat with some small, but incredibly helpful measures. Remember, please shop Crestwood — our businesses are a vital part of our community. On a brighter note, as the temperatures rise and spring is in the air, we prepare for our annual Crestwood Cleanup day! May 16th, 2020, will be our annual Spring Cleanup. Village-wide garage sales will be the Friday and Saturday before, which is May 8 and 9th. This year might be the biggest participation yet with everyone having extra time at home. I look forward to rescheduling Coffee with the Mayor and having the opportunity to gather with you all and update you on all the progress we continue to make here in the Village. Our Village Hall continues to be available via phone or email. Please visit our website at crestwood. illinois.gov for more information. I am so very proud of our entire staff and of all of our first responders who have stepped up to the plate and who continue to keep us all safe. Lastly, I would like to wish you all a happy Easter from my family to your family. God bless you all — together we will get through this! Sincerely, Mayor Lou Presta Village Board Meetings - 8:00pm Crestwood Civic Center | 14025 Kostner Ave | April 2nd and 16th Committee of the Whole - 7:00pm By filling out our census forms, we ensure the funding we need for our operations, grants, programs and other services in our communities. During the month of March 2020, the Census Bureau sent out invitations to all residents to participate in the count. The Village of Crestwood is encouraging all households to complete the questionnaire online, by phone, or by mail. If you respond via these avenues, you will avoid a census worker visiting your home in April to obtain the information. Learn more at www.2020census.gov. Village Meeting Schedule Village Hall | 13840 S. Cicero Ave | March 31st and April 16th Planning Commission – Zoning Board 8:30pm Village Hall | 13840 S. Cicero Ave | April 13th and 27th
Village Requests Nearly $2.8 Million in Federal Monies for 135th St. & the Turnpike Mayor Presta announced that Crestwood has formally applied for over $2.79 million in federal funds to improve 135th Street and Midlothian Turnpike. The funding request was made through the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP), which reviews and distributes Chicago area federal dollars for local roads projects. These grants are administered under the Surface Transportation Program (STP) as authorized by Congress. Included in this request is nearly $2.1 million to construct sidewalks on both sides of Midlothian Turnpike from Central Avenue east to Pulaski Road. Crestwood has already received $230,000 from Cook County to assist in paying the Village matching share of 20 percent of the total costs. In addition, Crestwood is asking for $690,000 to complete planning and preliminary engineering for major improvements to 135th Street throughout Crestwood, Central Avenue east to Kostner Avenue. These improvements include street resurfacing, installation of curbs and storm sewers (to replace ditches), a multi-use path for pedestrians and bicycles and sidewalk construction. “These two projects are at the heart of my promise when I entered into office as Mayor in 2013”, said Mayor Presta. “First, that we would construct sidewalks on these two major roads. Second, we would add a way for bicycles to travel safer throughout Crestwood. And third, that I would pursue all available federal, state and county funding to pay for these major costs.” “We are grateful to be getting these valuable funds over the last six years”, he continued. “Unfortunately, it comes at a cost. And that is time. These funds are very slow in coming, and are administered through IDOT. I wish it were faster! We never expected that this process moved so slowly.” Construction is slated for 2022 for the Turnpike sidewalks. Construction for 135th Street is tentatively expected in 2024 or 2025. April 2020 Number 517 Crestwood Adviser 3 SPRING INTO ACTION CRESTWOOD CLEAN-UP REPUBLIC SERVICES WILL PICK-UP REFUSE DOOR TO DOOR FOR CRESTWOOD CLEAN-UP STARTING AT 7AM PLEASE HAVE YOUR REFUSE OUT BY 7AM ANY OF THESE ITEMS MUST BE BROUGHT UP TO CRWC PARKING LOT ~ E-WASTE ~ TEXTILES~ SHOES ~ PAINT ~ PRESCRIPTION DRUGS ~ ~ $20 TO $40 PER TV ~ PAPER SHREDDING BY DONATION ~ LOCATION: CRESTWOOD RECREATION & WELLNESS CENTER 5331 W. 135 TH STREET CRESTWOOD, IL 60418 . TIME: 9AM ~ 1PM Mayor Lou Presta Important Numbers Village Hall ………………..……..…………....….. 13840 S. Cicero Ave. Main: (708) 371-4800 Fax: (708) 371-4849 Hours: Mon., Wed., Thu., Fri.: 9:00am-4:00pm Tues.: 9:00am-8:00pm Police Department ………………..…………......... 13840 S. Cicero Ave. Main: (708) 371-4800 x 5007 Fax: (708) 371-8307 Nonemergency (708) 385-5131 Emergency: 911 Fire Department ……………….………………....... 13840 S. Cicero Ave. Main: (708) 371-4800 x4000 Fax: (708) 385-2836 Recreation & Wellness Facility ………………...... 5331 w. 135th St. Main: (708) 371-4810 Hours: Mon.-Thu.: 5:30am-10:00pm Friday 5:30am- 8:00pm Sat.-Sun.: 7:00am-5:00pm Library ……………….....…………….………......... 4955 135th St. Main: (708) 371-4090 Hours: Mon.-Thu.: 10:00am-8: 00pm Fri.-Sat.: 10:00am-4:00pm Worth Township ………………..…………….…….. (708) 371-2900 (Residents north of 135th) Bremen Township ………………......................... (708) 333-9530 (Residents south of 135th) Republic Services.………………......................... (708) 385-8252 IDOT………………..……………….………………... (847) 705-4222 Cook County Highway Dept. ………………...….. (708) 448-8006 or (847) 705-4228 BEFORE 9 BE WEATHER-READY: Check the forecast often to see if a tornado is coming. Listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay informed about tornado watches and warnings. 9 SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS: Know how to get warnings. Media broadcasts and smart phones can alert residents of severe storms capable of producing tornadoes. 9 CREATE A PLAN: Have a family plan that includes an emergency meeting place and shelter spaces. Pick a safe room in your home, such as a basement, storm cellar or an interior room on the lowest floor with no windows. 9 PRACTICE YOUR PLAN: Conduct a drill regularly so everyone knows what to do if a tornado is approaching. Make sure all family members know where to go when a tornado warning is issued. Don’t forget pets if time allows. 9 PREPARE YOUR HOME: Consider having your safe room reinforced. You can find plans for reinforcing an interior room to provide better protection at fema.gov/safe-room-resources 9 HELP YOUR NEIGHBOR: Encourage your loved ones to prepare for the possibility of tornadoes. Take CPR training so you can help if someone is hurt. National Weather Service TORNADO SAFETY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING 9 STAY WEATHER-READY: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings. 9 AT YOUR HOUSE: If you are in a tornado warning area, go to your basement, safe room or an interior room away from windows. Don’t forget pets if time allows. 9 AT YOUR WORKPLACE OR SCHOOL: Follow your tornado drill and proceed to your tornado shelter quickly and calmly. Stay away from windows and do not go to large open rooms such as cafeterias, gymnasiums or auditoriums. 9 OUTSIDE: Seek shelter inside a sturdy building immediately if a tornado is approaching. Sheds and storage facilities are NOT safe. 9 IN A VEHICLE: Being in a vehicle during a tornado is NOT safe. The best course of action is to drive to the closest shelter. If you are unable to make it to a safe shelter, either get down in your car and cover your head, or abandon your car and seek shelter in a low lying area such as a ditch or ravine. If you don’t have a tornado shelter, stay in an inside room or hallway and cover your head. Photo: NOAA For more information, visit weather.gov/safety/tornado Village of Crestwood Parking AFTER 9 STAY INFORMED: Keep listening to local news or NOAA Weather Radio for updates about more tornado watches and warnings that may be coming. The next round of thunderstorms may bring more tornadoes. 9 CONTACT YOUR FAMILY AND LOVED ONES: Let your family and close friends know you are okay so they can help spread the word. Send text messages or posts updates on social media. These posts are more reliable forms of communication than phone calls. 9 ASSESS THE DAMAGE: After the tornado threat has ended, check for property damage. When walking through storm damage, wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt and sturdy shoes. Contact utilities if you see power lines down and stay away from them. Stay out of damaged buildings. Be aware of insurance scammers. 9 HELP YOUR NEIGHBOR: If you see someone injured, call 911. Then, if you are trained, provide first aid until emergency responders arrive. After a tornado, watch out dangerous debris such as sharp metal, glass or downed power lines. Photo: NOAA Crestwood Village ordinance prohibits parking on any village street between 2:00am and 6:00am. The reason for this ordinance is so police will be alerted to abandoned vehicles or suspicious vehicles that require investigation. This ordinance also ensures that all streets throughout the Village will be open to fire and rescue equipment in the event of an overnight emergency. This is especially necessary in areas where narrow streets can block large fire trucks. We will continue to enforce this ordinance. Thank you for your cooperation with this ordinance. The initial fine for this violation is $75.00. This is a Village-wide ordinance. PLEASE BE SURE THAT YOUR LATE NIGHT AND OVERNIGHT GUESTS ARE MADE AWARE OF THIS AS WELL!
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