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6 Crestwood Adviser October 2021 Number 535 JOHN Z. TOSCAS ZENO J. TOSCAS Attorneys at Law Crestwood Residents Former State Prosecutor Real Estate Closings & Contracts Real Estate Tax Appeals Traffic Citations Wills & Trusts Personal Injury Worker’s Compensation Village Ordinance Regarding Boats, Trailers and Campers Take Note: Village Ordinance Regarding Boats, Trailers and Campers As As our our summer summer months months come come to an to end, an we end, want we to want remind to everyone remind everyone of a Village of Ordinance. Our a Village goal is always Ordinance. to make Our sure goal that is our always residents to make are educated sure that on our our residents Village Ordinances so they can make the right choices. These rules are in place to preserve the appealing character are educated of neighborhoods, on our Village and Ordinances to prevent eyesores so they and can other make problems the right that can result when choices. vehicles These are rules parked are for in long place periods to preserve of time in the residential appealing areas, character or when of commercial storage neighborhoods, activity is and wrongly to prevent taking place. eyesores and other problems that can result when vehicles are parked for long periods of time in residential § 159.126 TRAILER, CAMPER AND BOAT PARKING RESTRICTIONS. areas, or when commercial storage or activity is wrongly taking place. § 159.126 TRAILER, CAMPER AND BOAT PARKING RESTRICTIONS. (A) Definitions. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. Attorneys at Law LLC 448-0200 12616 S. Harlem, Palos Heights Going Somewhere in Crestwood? Dial-A-Ride! While we’re all trying to stay in as much as possible these days due to COVID-19, those needing to go out and about in Crestwood still can take advantage of the Pace Dial-A-Ride system. The bus will take you anywhere within the corporate limits of the Village of Crestwood. Ray, the best bus driver in Crestwood, has been doing an outstanding job for more than 10 years now. He will make sure that you will receive the best service possible. The fee for a one-way trip is $2.25 for adults and $1.00 for students. Senior citizens 65 years of age and over can ride free at all times. The vehicle is wheelchair accessible. You will be picked up at your home, and if that is your return destination, you will be delivered there accordingly. Dial-A-Ride is in service Monday through Friday from 9:30am to 3:45pm. It is easy to set up an appointment to take you where you need to go. Simply call the Village Hall at (708) 371-4800 on the day you would like to ride, then indicate the time you need to be picked up and the approximate time that you will be returning. The Village will do its best to accommodate your time schedule, but many people use this service and with COVID restrictions in place, capacity is lower, so please give yourself a comfortable amount of time to complete your tasks. You will travel in comfort, as the bus is heated in the winter and air conditioned in the summer. COVID-19 restrictions apply — you must wear a COVID-19-appropriate mask and maintain adequate social distancing while aboard. BOAT. Any device used or capable of being used for navigation on water. BOAT TRAILER. Includes every vehicle designed or utilized for the transportation of any boat, without motive power, designed for being drawn by another vehicle. COMMERCIAL TRAILER. A vehicular portable structure built on a chassis designed to be used for a business, trade or occupation and which may be used as a conveyance on streets or highways. TRAVEL TRAILER. A vehicular, portable structure, built on a chassis, designed to be used as a temporary dwelling for travel, recreational and vacation uses. A TRAVEL TRAILER shall include the following: selfcontained travel trailer, pick-up coach, motorized home, camping trailer and mobile home. (B) Parking restrictions in residential districts. In an R-1 or R-2 Residential District, as defined in §§ 159.004, 159.033 and 159.047, travel trailers, campers, boats, boat trailers or commercial trailers, as herein defined, shall only be stored or parked in side or rear yards, excluding side yards on corner lots that adjoin a public street. In addition to the foregoing restrictions, travel trailers, campers, boats, boat trailers or commercial trailers may only be stored or parked in an R-1 or R-2 Residential District if they are parked or stored at least three feet from any lot line and placed on an asphalt or concreted surface. (C) Special uses may be granted. Nothing contained in this section shall prohibit granting of a special use, by reason of practical difficulties or particular hardship, upon compliance with the provisions, terms and conditions of §§ 159.170 through 159.175. (Prior Code, § 9B-6-5) (Ord. 2232, passed 6-4-2015) Penalty, see § 159.999 Now you know how it works, so take advantage of the service. When you need a ride, Dial-A-Ride!
October 2021 Number 535 Crestwood Adviser 7 “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety” NFPA’s Theme for Fire Prevention Week 2021 The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA), the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 95 years, has announced “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety” as the theme for Fire Prevention Week 2021, Oct. 3-9. From beeps to chirps, this year’s campaign works to better educate the public about the sounds smoke alarms make, what those sounds mean, and how to respond to them. “Smoke alarms have played a leading role in reducing fire death rates over the past 40 years, but we still have more work to do in maximizing their effectiveness,” said Lorraine Carli, NFPA vice president of Outreach and Advocacy. According to the latest NFPA “Smoke Alarms in the U.S.” report, working smoke alarms in the home reduce the risk of dying in a reported fire by more than half. However, almost three out of five home fire deaths occur in homes with no smoke alarms (41 percent) or smoke alarms that failed to operate (16 percent); missing or non-functional power sources, including missing or disconnected batteries, dead batteries, and disconnected hardwired alarms or other AC power issues, are the This year’s FPW campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!” works to educate everyone about the different sounds the smoke and carbon monoxide alarms make. Knowing what to do when an alarm sounds will keep you and your family safe. When an alarm makes noises — a beeping sound or a chirping sound — you must take action. Frequently Asked Questions about smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms. Q: What if someone in my home is deaf or hard of hearing? A: There are smoke alarms and alert devices that alert people who are deaf or hard of hearing. These devices include strobe lights that flash to alert people when the smoke alarm sounds. Pillow or bed shakers designed to work with your smoke alarm also can be purchased and installed. Q: What’s the difference between smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms? Why do I need both? A: Smoke alarms sense smoke well before you can, alerting you to danger. In the event of fire, you may have as little as 2 minutes to escape safely, which is why smoke alarms need to be in every bedroom, outside of the sleeping areas (like a hallway), and most common factors when smoke alarms fail to operate. “People tend to remove smoke alarm batteries or dismantle alarms altogether when the alarm begins to chirp as a result of low batteries or the alarm is no longer working properly, or when experiencing nuisance alarms,” said Carli. “These behaviors present serious risks to safety that can have tragic consequences in the event of a fire.” This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety,” helps people better understand the reasons smoke alarms may sound, and provides the know-how to effectively address them. The campaign also addresses special considerations for the deaf and hard of hearing, along with information about carbon monoxide alarms. “Giving people the tools to properly respond to alarms sounding — whether it’s an actual fire or simply time to change a battery — can make a lifesaving difference,” said Carli. Key messages for “Learn the Sounds of Fire Making the Most of Fire Prevention Week on each level (including the basement). Do not put smoke alarms in your kitchen or bathrooms. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that displaces oxygen in your body and brain, and can render you unconscious before you even realize something is happening to you. Without vital oxygen, you are at risk of death from carbon monoxide poisoning in a short time. CO alarms detect the presence of carbon monoxide and alert you so you can get out, call 9-1-1, and let the professionals check your home. Q: How do I know which smoke and CO alarm to choose for my home? A: Choose an alarm that is listed with a testing laboratory, meaning it has met certain standards for protection. Whether you select a unit that requires yearly changing of batteries, or a 10-year unit that you change out at the end of the 10 years, either will provide protection. CO alarms also have a battery backup. Choose one that is listed with a testing laboratory. For the best protection, use combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms that are interconnected throughout the home. These can be installed by a qualified electrician, so that when one sounds, they all sound. This ensures you can hear the alarm no matter where in your home the alarm originates. Safety” include: • When a smoke alarm or carbon monoxide (CO) alarm sounds, respond immediately by exiting the home as quickly as possible. • If your alarm begins to chirp, it may mean that the batteries are running low and need to be replaced. If the alarm continues to chirp after the batteries are replaced, or the alarm is more than 10 years old, it is time to replace the alarm. • Test all smoke and CO alarms monthly. Press the test button to make sure the alarm is working. • If there is someone in your household who is deaf or hard of hearing, install bed shaker and strobe light alarms that will alert that person to fire. • Know the difference between the sound of a smoke alarm and a carbon monoxide alarm — three beeps for smoke alarms; four beeps for carbon monoxide alarms. For more information about Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 3-9, 2021, and this year’s theme, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety,” visit fpw.org. Importance of Fire Prevention In a fire, mere seconds can mean the difference between a safe escape and a tragedy. Fire safety education isn’t just for school children. Teenagers, adults, and the elderly are also at risk in fires, making it important for every member of the community to take some time every October during Fire Prevention Week to make sure they understand how to stay safe in case of a fire. About Fire Prevention Week Since 1922, the NFPA has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, children, adults and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire. Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to drastically decrease casualties caused by fires. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of Oct. 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on Oct. 8th, 1871, and caused devastating damage. This horrific conflagration killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of
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