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A message from our city
Dear Batavians,
As I write this note, Batavia is experiencing one of its many late winter faces:
cold, but sunny, just enough to make one think of spring, until…we remember
that we’re due for substantial snow this evening. Oh, well. Even a heavy snow
fall here brings beauty. In early morning all sounds in the neighborhoods are
muffled. One can hear the blades of snowplows cleaning streets in the distance.
This magazine is named after all of us - Neighbors, and this issue is about
where we live. Our neighborhoods.
How many of us have taken the 90 minutes or so it takes to drive throughout the entire city? I think you’d be
surprised at the beauty and diversity of housing stock, whether it be the 130 year-old limestone cottages and
mansions, the stately Italianates and Victorians, the Arts & Craft homes which seem unfinished to some but
are really built to expose their structural elements, the Frank Lloyd Wright home on Batavia Avenue, the very
unique homes on Raddant Road and Park Street, or the more modern day Georgians to the west, to name just
a few.
Look at some of the details, like roofs with oriental-like slope changes (from which the new fire station roofs
were patterned), the stained glass windows here and there, the pergolas, decks and gardens peeking out from
rear yards, and the gorgeous front yard landscape displays. Inquire and find out which homes on Prairie,
Washington and Walnut streets used to house neighborhood stores in their front rooms.
Also notice areas ripe for redevelopment some day, namely industrial areas along Van Nortwick and Mallory
and Raddant and Wilson, which used to be the city limits when those activities were introduced to those thenvacant
areas.
Most importantly, this spring, when the yards are greening up, notice all the work being done on homes
in the neighborhoods. Though some of them haven’t seen complete new homes being built in a long time, all
across the City there is constant turnover of residents, constant introduction of new children to the blocks,
constant cleanup, upgrading, additions, and creative landscaping to complement the current occupants life
styles.
We still have our work cut out for us. The neighborhoods of downtown and South Rt. 25 among others, need
attention as changes in our current expectations and desires at time conflict with the desires and rights of
those who have owned or operated from those areas for many years. It is a slow process. The economy doesn’t
help efforts to attract private capital to those areas, despite our efforts to make facade and other grants or to
rebuild Wilson Street for instance. But we continue to work on making the public domain inviting this season
as North River Street will be repaved in the downtown, Wilson will be repaved from Island Avenue to Randall
Road, and depending on the stimulus package or the Congressman Foster has on our behalf, we would like to
repave or rebuild Main Street from Batavia Ave. to Randall. We’re also excited about the potential partnership
which may give us the first multi-use building on the river in years, and some other projects which aren’t yet
ripe for public comment yet.
So enjoy Spring in beautiful Batavia, bundle up the family and take them on a tour of their own town with its
neighborhoods full of life.
Yours truly,
Jeffery D. Schielke
Mayor
A message from our chamber
I have little doubt that my father was looking down on the two of us, smiling. He
spent his career in manufacturing, and so loved it and the people on the factory floor
who made the products that he may actually have had machine oil running through
his veins.
I had heard of Dick Hansen and Furnas Electric, but I never met him until he and
Joanne were named Citizens of the Year. One morning, as 2008 came to a close, we
chatted for more than two hours in the Chamber office. I fell in love with the man and
his worldview. He, like my father, had tremendous respect for, and confidence in, the people who toiled dayin-and-day-out
to actually get products made, out the door and into the hands of customers. As Dick spoke, it
became clear that, in his view, the people on the line were not accessories to management, they were the reason
management existed. To Dick, the most accurate organization chart was flipped over—with the legions of
managers at the bottom, there to support those whose hands actually assembled and molded the product. Dick
told me how, when new equipment was required at Furnas, line employees traveled to trade shows, and with
advice from industrial engineers, selected the equipment and presented their recommendations for approval.
The wisdom that lives in Richard Hansen is important and timeless, and it’s critical it not be lost. That’s
why I have invited him to share what he learned about business with the community. He is going to speak at a
Chamber lunch in May and is considering a series of articles for the Chamber’s newsletter.
I once heard it said that youth are the messages we send to a future we will never see. My greatest hope is that
the Chamber can help Dick Hansen
send important messages to the
future through the next generation
of business men and women.
Roger Breisch, Executive Director
Batavia Chamber of Commerce

Neighbors of Batavia
Difficult times don’t last forever
As I steer around the pot holes on
the way to work, I can see the
street crew filling those craters
on Route 38. Once again, our city has
come to the rescue.
Our country has also seen a lot of
pot holes in its short history. Today is
no different. Practically all of us have
by John Masus
been adversely affected by the economic
climate. But I believe things are getting
better, and little by little the pot holes are
being filled. For example:
Credit markets appear to be healing.
Banks are lending. Homeowners are
refinancing.
The Fed is active in its anti-recession
Your finances Neighbors of Batavia
Good Neighbors
program. Money supply is accelerating,
and the Fed is starting to buy “large
quantities” of government agency and
mortgage-backed debt and a program
to buy consumer and small business
debt. All meant to stabilize the financial
system.
The President’s stimulus package is
designed to create jobs and stabilize
home prices. It would be a guess to
try to predict when economic recovery
begins. It could be as early as the second
half of 2009. In past history the stock
market typically precedes economic
recovery by several months. Of course
past history is no indicator of future
results.
The fourth quarter Gross Domestic
Product was grim at -3.8%; but
expectations ranged from -5.5% to - 8%.
Oil has fallen almost $100 per barrel
saving consumers nearly $300 billion
on energy costs. That’s your money and
now you can spend it elsewhere.
I do think we will work our way
through this mess. That’s not to say it
will be easy and quick or without more
volatility. But always remember . . .
difficult times don’t last forever.
John Masus is a registered principal
with and securities offered through LPL
Financial. Member FINRA/SIPC. You
can reach Mr. Masus through his Web site
masusfinancial.com.
Citizens of the Year
one young mind and
you can make a difference.”
“Influence
— Dick Hansen
Dick and Joanne Hansen still live in
the same house they bought 39 years
ago, in the community where they met
and still hold dear, Batavia. This year
they have been recognized as Batavia’s
2009 Citizens of the Year.
Of the many contributions the couple
has made to the community they are
noted most for two. One was Dick’s
commitment to carry on the company’s
scholarship programs. The other is
Joanne’s untiring dedication to helping
cancer patients. Together, Dick and
Joanne have touched countless lives
through their storied life in Batavia.
During his 25 years as CEO of
Furnas Electic, Dick Hansen remained
committed to the scholarship
foundation that his grandfather, Carl
Furnas, started in 1961. The Hansen-
Furnas Foundation (originally Furnas
Foundation) continues to provide
scholarship opportunities for people
in and around Batavia, and also in
Clarke County, Iowa. Over the years
the foundation has provided over $4
million in scholarship money to over
3,000 recipients.
As a cancer survivor, Joanne
Hansen led the efforts to establish the
LivingWell Cancer Resource Center
in Geneva. While combating her
disease, she was frustrated with the
lack of a local centralized location for
cancer information and support. As a
board of directors’ member of Delnor-
Community Health Care Foundation,
Joanne advocated researching and
developing a place where cancer
patients, their families and care givers
could turn for support at all levels.
The result of these efforts, LivingWell,
is quickly growing into a regional
resource center.
Dick and Joanne met at Purdue
University and were married in Batavia
in 1963. A few years later, following
service in the Navy, Dick joined the
Joanne and Dick Hansen are the 2009 Batavia Citizens of the Year
family business, Furnas Electric.
During his 30 years with the company,
sales grew from $10 million $140
million, jobs increased from 200 to
1,200.
The couple was honored at the
Annual Chamber of Commerce Annual
Awards dinner January 30. See also,
the Chamber’s Executive Director’s
letter on page 7.

Appreciating your home
When it comes to appreciating
your home, everything you need
is right here in Batavia!
So the value of your home
seems to be slipping
and sliding with no
end in sight.
What can you do about it?

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Neighbors of Batavia
Appreciating your home
One thing you can do is
“appreciate your home.”
Take a look around,
evaluate what you can do to help
maintain its optimum value. Every
aspect from the outside to the
inside, from top to bottom, can
impact the value of your home.
Whether or not you are planning to
sell, now is a very good time to take
a closer look at it. Now is NOT the
time to let things slip into disrepair.
Maybe in the past you took your
home for granted. Not anymore.
Today, people are more aware than
ever of the importance of doing
everything they can to maintain
the value in their homes, especially
in a depreciating market condition.
Landscaping, decks and porches,
basements, roofing, ventilation,
kitchens, baths, and all the little
details in between can impact how
your home is appreciated…by
potential buyers if you sell; by your
family if you stay.
For the simpler projects consider
doing it yourself if you cannot
afford to hire a professional. For
more involved projects work with a
local contractor who you can trust
and depend upon to do the job right
and on budget.
Over the last year or so, several
Batavians have chosen to upgrade
or add to their homes. The Breisch
family wanted a bigger kitchen
and dining area. But to get what
they wanted required major
structural changes and a significant
investment in kitchen upgrades.
“We ended up hiring Jack Zaruba,
BBC Construction, which was a
really good decision,” said Roger
Breisch. “Jack gave us over two
pages of references, and he is a local
contractor which was important to
us. He finished the job on time and
on budget.” The Breisch project was
started in August 2007, finished in
October 2007.
Besides the major remodeling of
the kitchen, the 8-foot back wall
extension required an extended
foundation and a revised roofline.
Windows on the second floor had
to be resized to accommodate the
new roof. “It turned out to be a very
involved and complex project, but
we are very happy that we did it.”
The Breisch
remodeling
project (left
and next page)
went beyond
extensive interior
remodeling
and required
foundation and
roofline changes.
The Uba Tuba granite counter tops,
Alder cherry stained cabinets and
pale bamboo hardwood alternative
flooring create an impressive living
area. Roger is quick to point out
little details that make a huge
difference…like cabinetry that fits
flush to a wall that is not square,
and aesthetic finishes to custom
woodwork that just aren’t possible
with “off-the-floor” selections.
Two of the best living areas to
invest in home improvement are
the bath and kitchen. According
to the COSTVSVALUE Web site,
recommended by Jack Zaruba, bath
and kitchen remodeling recoup 70-
74% of the cost. Window and siding
replacement recoup 75-80% of
cost. For a complete list of average
project costs, resale value and cost
recouped, visit costvsvalue.com.
“The cost of materials is not going
down,” noted Jack Zaruba, “and the
The Federal Reserve recently indicated that the
percentage of equity in an average American home
has slipped below the 50% mark for the first time
since 1945.
cost of labor is not going down so
when you get estimates you can’t
expect to experience significant
cost reduction on projects.” Some
cost undercutting is coming from
individuals just entering the field,
desperate for work. Most will be
temporary and many consumers
will get hurt by these “fly by night”
contractors. “We are a part of
the community,” Zaruba added,
“and we like to give back to the
community whenever we can.
When the Park District needed a
new shed we were able to help them
out with that project.”
Paul and Laura Rakos hired
Batavia contractor, Collins
Construction, for their major
remodeling project. “Dan Collins
estimated 12-16 weeks and he
stayed right on schedule,” Laura
said. “This was a good investment
to help maintain the current home
value.”
When they purchased their home
in 2008, the Rakos knew that the
first thing they wanted was a lager
kitchen. They were very happy with
their decision to work with Dan
Collins. The kitchen and dining
areas were completely remodeled
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Appreciating your home
A facelift, like this project by Collins Construction,
can provide enduring value to most properties and
give new life to an older home.
along with adding one bathroom
on the first floor and remodeling
two on the second floor. The home
was built in 1994 and the Rakos just
wanted it updated. The project was
started before they moved in.
One of the benefits of working
with a local established contractor
is a high level of trust. “We
become part of the family,” Collins
said. “For a couple of months we
practically live with them.” Word of
mouth referrals have led to several
projects for Collins Construction in
the upscale subdivision.
Steve Madlinger and his family
live in the same subdivision as
the Rakos. Dan added a three
season room to the back of their
home in the fall of 2007. “Dan is
What to watch for
If you’ve run into a contractor who has done
any of the following, you already know that the
contractor is a potential rip-off artist:
• Solicits door-to-door
• Offers you discounts if you find other
customers
• Just happens to have materials left over from a
previous job
• Only accepts cash payments
• Asks you to get any required building permits
• Does not list a business number in the local
telephone directory
• Tells you that your job will be a
“demonstration” to show potential new
customers
• Pressures you for an immediate decision
• Offers exceptionally long guarantees
• Asks you to pay for the entire job upfront
• Suggests that you borrow money from a lender
that the contractor knows
Source: lawyer.com
very dependable, he even returns
your phone calls, which is saying
something for a contractor,” Steve
laughed.
Not all improvements involve
major remodeling.
Tom Wangler, president of
Confidant Aire insists that “The
most intelligent thing a homeowner
can do now is reduce energy
consumption in and around
the home. Adding or
replacing insulation, fixing
bad spots in the insulation
all help to reduce heat loss.
Also, people need to look
at the ventilation in their
homes. We are finding high
levels of carbon dioxide in
homes built so tightly they
trap exhaled air in the home.
Good ventilating systems
help prevent carbon dioxide
build up.”
Resolving air leaks
could yield an energy
savings between 5% and
30% according to the U.S.
Department of Energy.
Tom also encourages
people to shop local for
contractor needs. “They
receive reliable service from
trusted sources and it is
good for the local economy.”
“We are even starting
to look over energy bills
very carefully, especially
for people with homes for
sale. The day may not be far
off when our energy bills
will be competing with our
property tax bills. When
that happens people will
definitely want to consider
energy saving options.”
“For example, if you need to
replace your water heater, consider
a tankless system.” Tankless Water
Heaters, also called Instantaneous
or Demand Water Heaters, provide
hot water only as it is needed.
Traditional storage water heaters
produce standby energy losses that
cost you money. We do not leave our
homes heated while vacationing.
We only heat our homes when there
is a demand for heat. In the same
way, a Tankless Water Heater is
used only when there is a demand
for hot water.
According to Tom Wangler, “We
are one of the few countries still
using tanks for heating water in the
home.” Depending on usage and

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other factors, tankless water heating
can be 30% or greater more efficient
than tank systems.
As spring approaches, pay
special attention to your yard and
landscaping. Regular care can
result in a great looking yard. All
contractors that we spoke to agree,
siding, roofing and windows are top
priority maintenance areas. The
big “no-nos” are no bare wood, no
missing shingles (no tiny leaks), no
damaged siding.
Finally, when Jack Zaruba came
to Roger Breisch’s home for this
interview, Roger pointed out a crack
in the ceiling. “I know this is out
of warranty, but is there anything I
can do about this crack?” Without
hesitating, Jack said, “Don’t worry
about it. We’ll take care of it.”
Why would anyone go outside
Batavia when the best that the
trades have to offer are right here.
“Appreciating” your home today
will pay off in the long run, whether
you stay or sell.
The Rakos family began the kitchen remodeling project (above)
even before they moved in last year to a home that was built in
1994. The Madlinger’s new three season porch (with deck) has
made outdoor entertaining much more enjoyable.
According to the EPA, you’ll save
up to 3% on your energy bills
simply by turning down your
thermostat just one degree.

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Currents
City council adopts new downtown improvement
matching grant program
The Batavia City Council
adopted a new program to
benefit downtown property
owners and businesses on Jan. 20.
The Downtown Improvement Grant
Program provides a matching grant for
improvements to properties in any of
the downtown Tax Increment Finance
districts. Eligible improvements
include tenant improvements for
new and expanding businesses such
as restaurants, shops, residential and
entertainment uses. Improvements
such as utilities, restoration of historic
features, handicap accessibility, energy
efficiency, fire alarms and sprinklers,
and heating, ventilation and air
conditioning are eligible under the
program.
The city council budgeted $50,000
in 2009 for the program, which
provides up to a 50% match for eligible
improvements. Unlike other city grant
Your elected city officials
Mayor–
Jeffery D. Schielke
City Clerk–
M. Hannah Volk
Treasurer–
Gerald R. Miller
programs, applications will be accepted
at any time until the budgeted amount
has been committed. Applications are
available online at cityofbatavia. net
or at the Community Development
Department on the first floor of the
municipal center. The City Council
Community Development Committee
will oversee the program and
recommend the award of grants to the
full city council.
The city is excited about this new
program to assist with business
expansion and development in the
downtown. In these difficult financial
times it is especially important to
encourage businesses who wish to
invest in the revitalization of downtown
Batavia.
For additional program information
or assistance with an application,
please contact Jeff Albertson, Building
Commissioner, at 630-454-2700, or
City of Batavia Finance Department recognized
The Certificate for Achievement
for Excellence in Financial
Reporting has been awarded to
the City of Batavia Finance Department
by the Government Finance Officers
Association of the United States and
Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive
annual financial report (CAFR) for
the year ending Dec. 31, 2007. The
Certificate of Achievement is the
highest form of recognition in the
Aldermen Serving through 2011
Garran Sparks, Ward 1
Alan Wolff, Ward 2
Cathy Barnard, Ward 3
Tom Schmitz, Ward 4
Forrest Nelson, Ward 5
Lisa Clark, Ward 6
Dave Brown, Ward 7
by e-mail at jalberts@cityofbatavia.net.
Assistance is available from 8 am to
5 pm daily.
area of governmental accounting and
financial reporting and its attainment
represents a significant accomplishment
by a government and its management.
The CAFR has been judged by
an impartial panel to meet the high
standards of the program including
demonstrating a constructive “spirit of
full disclosure” to clearly communicate
its financial story and motivate
potential users to read the CAFR.
Aldermen Serving through 2009
Jodie Wollnik, Ward 1
Victor Dietz, Ward 2
Linnea Miller, Ward 3
Jim Volk, Ward 4,
Eldon Frydendall, Ward 5
Robert Liva, Ward 6
Nancy Vance, Ward 7
The City of Batavia is again offering its residents the
opportunity to purchase a parkway tree, as part of its
commitment to reforestation in Batavia. Funding
is derived from the City of Batavia Electric Utility, and the
program is administered by the Batavia Street Department.
To apply for a tree:
Please submit request forms by the date specified for
the tree you choose (forms available at cityofbatavia.net).
Selection is on a first-received basis.
Four species are available:
Autumn Blaze Maple requests are due by April 1, 2009 and
will be planted in late April.
Swamp White Oak, Hackberry, and Crabapple “Red Jewel”
requests are due by July 1, 2009 and will be planted in late
October.
Placement of trees is subject to location of utilities;
30-454-2000 • www.cityofbatavia.net
City plans 2009 Arbor Day
celebration
The City of Batavia Tree
Commission will celebrate
Arbor Day the last week in
April. Fifth grade winners of the annual
Arbor Day Poster/Poetry Contest will
be presented with their awards at the
April 20 city council meeting. Later in
the week, over 600 swamp white oak
Trees—an inexpensive way to save energy
Planting trees can produce
significant cash savings when
they are properly used for shade
and winter wind protection. Studies
show that shade trees can produce
savings of more than 50% in air
conditioning use and associated energy
costs.
The contribution of trees in winter
may not be as obvious, but can be
just as dramatic. Homes that use
windbreaks can save as much as 17%
on heating bills. The National Arbor
Day Foundation offers a free brochure,
How Trees Can Save Energy. Write to
them at 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City,
NE 68410 or visit their Web site at
arborday.org.
An evergreen windbreak on the north or
northwest will help block cold winds in winter.
Large shade trees on the southeast,
southwest and west sides of the house
provide cooling shade in summer but
don’t obstruct the low winter sun.
Maximum shade comes from
deciduous (broadleaf) trees planted
close to the house (about 10').
Short flowering trees won’t
clash with utility lines.
Shade from trees improves human comfort,
reduces air conditioning costs and reduces
peak electricity loads, lessening the chances
of power outages.
City offers a parkway tree program for 2009
saplings will be distributed to Batavia
fourth graders during the school day.
Parents are encouraged to help their
children plant these trees and care for
them as they grow. On Friday, April 24,
a tree will be planted along the Batavia
Riverwalk on the banks of the Fox
River. Happy Arbor Day!
interference with underground or overhead utilities may
result in an automatic rejection of application.
Resident is responsible for watering and care of tree.
Resident pays one-half of the tree cost.
Trees are approximately 1.5"-2.5" in diameter and 7'-12'
high at time of planting, depending on species.
The top of the root ball is planted about 3" above existing
grade.
A 1-year guarantee is provided, subject to inspection by a
tree expert of the city’s choice.
Once we have received all requests for a particular species,
we will send further instructions to residents. Letters will be
sent in April for Autumn Blaze Maple requests, and residents
who have requested any of the other three species will receive
letters in late August. Please call the Street Department at
630-454-2400 with any questions.
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Currents
Residential brush collection begins in April
Curbside residential brush
pickup will resume in April.
Property owners are scheduled
for a monthly pickup through mid-
October. Please have your brush out
no sooner than the weekend before
your scheduled pickup to prevent
possible code violation. Keep in mind
that crews can move through an area
very quickly, and once they pass your
address they will not return until
the next scheduled pickup date. The
amount of brush that has been placed
out citywide dictates how quickly your
area will be reached, but each side of
town is typically completed by Friday
of the scheduled week. Brush cannot
be left out on the parkway between
collection dates. Major storms may
affect the pickup schedule.
East Side - starts at 7 am
April 13
May 11
June 8
July 13
August 10
September 14
October 12 – final pickup
2009 Brush Collection Schedule
Invite Nature to your yard!
The following procedures must be
followed to ensure the collection of
your brush:
• Brush/limbs are to be at the curb for
collection by 7 am on the specified
Monday collection date on the
schedule
• Maximum length of limbs is 12' and
maximum diameter is 10"
• Stack brush in large piles with the
cut ends facing the curb away from
mailboxes, utility poles, hydrants,
and parked vehicles
• Brush should be placed in the front or
side parkway and will not be collected
from alleys
• Brush/limbs must not be tied,
bundled, in containers, bagged, or in
the street
West Side - starts at 7 am
April 20
May 18
June 15
July 20
August 17
September 21
October 19 – final pickup
• Do not place stumps, roots, landscape
material, lumber, or foreign objects
in pile
Veolia Environmental Services will
collect yard waste bags consisting
of twigs, evergreen clippings, roots,
stumps, and plants on your regular
trash collection day, beginning in
April.
If you have any questions, please call
the Street Department at 630-454-2400
weekdays from 7 am – 4 pm.
Fox River clean-up is scheduled
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
On Sat., May 16, 2009 from 8:30 am
to noon Batavians for a Healthy River
will be hosting another River Clean-Up
Event. They will meet at the parking
lot off of Rt. 25, by Clark Island/Skate
Park. The Batavia Park District and the
city will be assisting with the clean-up
and restoration efforts.
All Batavia citizens are invited to
volunteer for this effort. Please join
us on the 16th to make this a true
community event for the betterment
of our environment and our city.
The more volunteers we get, the
more extensive and meaningful our
restoration accomplishment will be.
For more information as the date
nears, see both the city Web site at
cityofbatavia.net, or the Batavians
for a Healthy River Web site at
bataviansforahealthyriver.org.
30-454-2000 • www.cityofbatavia.net
Above: Trash collected on a previous clean-up day
Below left: Volunteers load up. Right: Batavians
for a Healthy River founder Jessi DeMartini
prepares for the volunteers.
The Conservation Foundation
will be presenting
Conservation @ Home,
variety of techniques for transforming
your yard, including the use of Rain
Barrels, Rain Gardens, and the
a program all about creating more selection and use of native plants
eco-friendly yards! The “typical” yard
can easily be improved to help reduce
water run-off, increase wildlife habitat,
and improve the soil. The benefits of
improving the environment are many,
to solve yard problems. For more
information on The Conservation
Foundation visit their Web site at
theconservationfoundation.org. If you
have questions about this presentation
How large is your ”carbon footprint”?
The documentary Garbage will entertaining journey of discovery as
be shown on Fri., March 6, they collect (in the family garage)
at 7 pm at Batavia City Hall, all of their personal trash for three
including reducing your water use, please contact Andrea Rattray
100 N. Island Ave., in the first floor months. The family begins to learn the
creating more habitats for birds and in the Engineering Department
council chamber. Afterwards, a
ecological ramifications of their typical
butterflies, reducing chemical use, less 630-454-2750.
presentation/discussion will be held by North American lifestyle. The event is
lawn mowing, and learning how to
Come to City Hall Council
Gary Mielke, Kane County Recycling free (including the popcorn) and open
make your garbage into rich compost. Chambers on Thurs., April 30, at 7 pm
Coordinator. Garbage follows a young to the public.
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This education program will cover a to learn how!
family on their enlightening and highly
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Currents
3 0-454-2000
www.cityofbatavia.net
Underground lawn sprinklers need backflow preventers
Reminder Notice to residents using
underground lawn sprinkler systems:
Cross-connection control
devices (backflow preventers)
are mandatory according to
the State Plumbing Code. Each spring
when you turn your sprinkler system
on, you should plan on having the
The City of Batavia Water
Department is looking for
approximately sixty (60)
homeowners to participate in our 2009
Copper/Lead Sampling Program for
drinking water. The testing for lead/
copper in drinking water is mandated
by the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (U.S.E.P.A.). Batavia’s water
has successfully complied with the
lead/copper regulation since the
Batavia has
top quality water!
Why buy bottled water when you can buy the
best for only $3.73 per 1,000 gallons? For the
past two years, all City of Batavia residents
have been receiving drinking water that meets or exceeds
all State and Federal EPA regulations, including radium.
With recent system improvements including new water
towers and the Central Water Treatment Plant, residents
can be confident that their water is perfectly safe and
tastes great, too. Our source of drinking water is deep
and shallow wells. While it may be a little on the “hard
water” side, the minerals that cause hard water are
actually pretty good for you. So, save your hard-earned
dollars and drink tap water. You’ll also be helping the
environment by eliminating some of those wasteful
plastic bottles. If you have any questions about your
water, we would like to hear from you. Please feel free
to call us at 630-454-2450 or visit the city’s Web site at
cityofbatavia.net and look for the Water Department link
under Departments.
backflow device tested. The testing
is required on an annual basis. The
City of Batavia Water Department
will send out reminder notices. Please
call 630-454-2450 if you have any
questions.
Water sampling program seeks volunteers
program began in the mid 1990’s.
Potential homes should have been
built prior to 1987 or have a lead water
service line entering the basement. If
these criteria are not met, newer homes
may also be considered. Homes with
water softeners must also have a hard
water by-pass to their kitchen faucet for
the samples to be accurate.
Participating homeowners will
collect a water sample and provide it
to the Water Department for testing.
Sample results will be reported as the
tests are completed. Sampling will
begin early this summer. There is no
charge for this service and the city will
be providing a $15.00 credit on your
water bill to those who participate in
the testing program.
Please call the Water Department at
630-454-2450 if you are interested in
participating.
Downtown Batavia
Downtown News
Batavia MainStreet launches
new Web site. Visit our new Web
site designed by downtown Batavia
business Pure Imagination (purei.com)
at the same address, downtownbatavia.
com. We’ve incorporated the new
downtown brand, “Always Moving,
by Nature” and colors as well as
personalized portals for types of users.
Stop in and visit us online soon.
Join our E-Community! MainStreet
has teamed up with Neighbors of
Batavia Magazine and InTouch 365
to communicate information about
and values from our downtown to your
“in” box. One downtown business is
profiled each issue of Neighbors in the
“Spotlight-on-Savings” program. You
can request values via the MainStreet
Web site, the Neighbors of Batavia
Magazine Web site or the featured
business Web site. The first business
featured is Special Occasions. Mary
and Addie are featuring a special
promotion on their new spring prom
and fashion dresses. Check it out today!
FoxFare “Viva Las Vegas”
MainStreet Spring Gala—Sun.,
March 15th at the Lincoln Inn starting
at 5 pm. Fox Valley chefs and caterers
led by Head Chef Jason Stoffels
of Enticing Cuisine (Batavia) are
preparing wonderful sample size dishes
for patrons. Other participating chefs
include: Heaven on Seven (Naperville),
Ednerik Bakery (S. Elgin), Tusk Thai
(Batavia), RendezVu (Batavia), Infusion
Tea Shoppe (Geneva), The Lincoln
Inn (Batavia), Upper Crust Catering
(Yorkville), The Party Girls, Inc.
(Batavia) and Cindy’s Custom Catering
(St. Charles). Table sponsors for the
event include: Anderson Advertising
Design, Batavia Enterprises, Batavia
Township Republican Candidates
(Vicki Mitchell, Supervisor; Helen
“Sue” Krol, Assessor; Christopher
Long, Road Commissioner; Sue
Fricano, Clerk; Craig Hockings,
Trustee; Andrew Kissamis, Trustee;
Leigh Tracy, Trustee; Brian Singer,
Batavia MainStreet’s new look
Join us
April 24, Green Walk, 5-9 pm— The “Green” scene invades downtown
businesses at the first arts walk of the season. Area green businesses, artists,
municipal projects and school groups converge downtown to showcase their
energy saving and creative ideas. Stop in anytime from 5-9 pm to see how you
can be part of Batavia’s environmentally and arts friendly community. Bring 10
plastic bags to the walk and turn them in for a FREE downtown Batavia reuseable
tote bag at 2 E. Wilson St. More information is available on the Web site,
including a walking map of participating businesses, closer to the event.
Trustee); Bull & Bear; Harris, N.A.,
KS&A, The Red Geranium, Rose Photo
Studio and Sue’s Family Hair Co.
Tickets, if available, may be
purchased at any of the following
locations: Batavia MainStreet,
Foltos, Harris, N.A (downtown and
Randall Rd.), The Red Geranium,
Special Occasions and Sue’s Family
Hair Co. No tickets will be available
at the door. Information about the
event and auction items are listed at
downtownbatavia.com.
Batavia Photography Contest!
MainStreet is sponsoring a
photography contest open to all.
Rules and entry form are online at our
Web site or can be emailed or mailed
by phoning the office. The theme is
“Always Moving, by Nature” and only
vertical photographs taken in Batavia
are accepted. Twelve winners will be
selected (one to represent each month);
artwork displayed at the Dec. 4 Holiday
Arts Walk. Deadline to enter is Oct. 17.
Save the date!
2009 Batavia House Walk is
planned for Saturday Sept. 26 from
10 am–4 pm. If you are interested on
serving on the committee, contact
House Walk Chair Sharon Harwick at
slharwick@comcast.net or phone the
MainStreet office.
2009 Downtown Batavia events
are listed on the newly redesigned
MainStreet Web site calendar. If your
group has a downtown event planned
and would like to be listed, please call
MainStreet at 630-761-3528 or email
britta@downtownbatavia.com.
See you downtown,
Britta McKenna
Batavia MainStreet Executive Director
4½ W. Wilson St.
630-761-3528
britta@downtownbatavia.com
downtownbatavia.com
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Batavia Chamber of Commerce
Above: Dick & Joanne Hansen
accept Citizen of the Year Honors at
the Awards Dinner
Wed., March 11, 8 am – 9:30 am
Quarterly New Member Breakfast
Every quarter, we invite our newest Chamber members
to come and learn what the Chamber has to offer. Current
members are encouraged to come and welcome our new
members. We gather at Enticing Cuisine,
12 S. Water Street (RSVP)
Thurs., March 12, 11:30 am – 1 pm
Start Reading Smart - Chamber Lunch
Learn a proven speed reading training for busy professionals
who want to learn time saving strategies to read faster,
comprehend more, concentrate better and retain more easily.
Tues., March 17, 7:30 am – 9:30 am
Batavia Mayoral Candidates Forum
Join us to hear the canditates’ plans and agendas for the city
through 2013. Help us decide who may be best suited to lead
the community during a difficult economy.
Thurs., March 19, 7:30 am – 9:30 am
Organizational Learning & Knowledge: The Lost Frontier
Organizations that do not learn, change and evolve eventually
die! Discover ways to keep your leadership team, and your
employees, at their learning edge so you can thrive tomorrow,
next week and in the future.
Mon., March 23, 5 pm – 7 pm
Prospective Industrial Member Presentation
Right: Gus Romios of
Lincoln Inn Banquets
accepts an Ole Award
at the Awards Dinner
Upcoming Events
Left: Matt Davis, Executive
Director for the U.S. Chamber
of Commerce Midwest Region
discusses “The Impact of an
Obama Presidency” at a recent
Chamber “Eggs & Issues”
Breakfast
Tues., April 14, 11:30 am – 1 pm
BWIB Luncheon with Jerilyn Willin
The biggest obstacle to achieving the life we’d prefer lies
between our ears. Discover what you can do to live your best
life beginning today.
Thurs., April 16, 7:30 am – 9:30 am
Soup to Nuts Marketing:
How to Create Long Term Results
Learn what goes into choosing the right marketing tactics
for your business so that you get the best return on your
investment — both now and in the future.
Mon., April 27, 5 pm – 7 pm
“Meet Your Neighbors” Business After Hours
In an effort to introduce Batavia businesses to their valuable
counterparts in North Aurora, Dr. Bill Park and his staff at Park
Family Eye Care invite you to join them for a casual evening in
their beautiful offices. The two communities have many great
attributes in common...so let’s get together and find ways to
improve each others’ businesses!
Wed., April 29, Noon to 6 pm
Rolling Down the River Business-to-Business Expo
Once again, 10 Chambers will join forces to present one of
the largest Business-to-Business expos in the western suburbs.
Over 1500 people will stroll the aisles looking for ways to
improve their business.
(For more information on any of these events, or to register,
visit BataviaChamber.org)
to find some of the best
businesses in the Fox Valley, visit
1 0 West Wilson St., Batavia 3 0-879-71 3 4 • www.bataviachamber.org
Use the Chamber’s New Community Calendar to place
events in Neighbors Magazine!
Now there is a valuable Community Calendar where any
organization can list upcoming events. In addition, events
listed on the calendar will automatically be on the Neighbors
of Batavia Web site and be submitted for publication in the
next magazine!
If you visit BataviaChamber.org and click on the
“Community Calendar” you will now see an “Add An Event”
button at the top of the page. By filling in the form, your
event will be submitted to the Chamber for acceptance
and immediate placement on the Chamber’s Community
Calendar. Why is this valuable?
• It will be a source of information for all residents to learn
about your events.
• It will make it easier for you to find out what events are
already planned for dates you may be considering for a new
event.
• As we said, your events will automatically be placed on the
Neighbors Web site and be submitted for the magazine.
All we ask is that the events be located in Batavia and be of
general interest to the community.
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Batavia School District 101 News
School Directory
District 101 Offices
Rosalie Jones Administration Center
335 W. Wilson St., Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8800 • bps101.net/
High School
Batavia High School
1200 W. Wilson St., Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8600 • http://bhs.bps101.net/
Middle School
Rotolo Middle School of Batavia
1501 South Raddant Rd.
Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8700 • http://rms.bps101.net/
Elementary Schools
Alice Gustafson School
905 Carlisle Rd. Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8000 • http://ags.bps101.net/
Grace McWayne School
3501 Hapner Way, Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8100 • http://gms.bps101.net/
Early Childhood Center
905 Carlisle Rd., Batavia IL 60510
630-937-8900
H. C. Storm School
305 North Van Nortwick St.
Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8200 • http://hcs.bps101.net/
Hoover-Wood School
1640 Wagner Rd., Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8300 • http://hws.bps101.net/
J. B. Nelson School
Laurel & William Wood Ln.
Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8400 • http://jbn.bps101.net/
Louise White School
800 North Prairie St.
Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8500 • http://lws.bps101.net/
Juniors and Seniors have a new way
to find a college
http://connection.naviance.com/bataviahs
What is Family Connection?
Batavia High School Counseling and Advising Department has selected
Naviance–Family Connection, an online system to help our students and families
manage the college application process. We are pleased to offer this new resource
initially to our juniors and seniors. Eventually all grade levels will be utilizing this
program.
Over 800 universities and colleges have partnered with Naviance to allow
transcripts and other documents to be sent electronically for smoother and faster
processing. We will mail transcripts to schools who are not yet accepting them
electronically.
What will Family Connection do?
• Search for colleges
• Access colleges applications online
• Search for scholarships at BHS
• Link to other scholarship search sites
• Sign up for college visits
• Request letters of recommendation
• Request transcripts from the high school
• Track progress of transcripts and letters of recommendation
• Communicate between counselors and parents regarding college decisions
How do I access Family Connection?
Students and parents can access Family Connection through the BHS Web site.
There is an icon called NAVIANCE on the main page and links called FAMILY
CONNECTION and NAVIANCE on the guidance page as well. Parents and
students can enter as a “guest” or use the registration code they have been assigned.
Parent registration codes were mailed to all seniors.
Software Selection Process
• Enhanced communication with parents and students
• Added features for career counseling available
• Most secure available
• Aligns with ASCA National Standards for School Counseling
• Students graduating after 2009 will be allowed to compare their GPA and ACT to
other students accepted at particular colleges.
• Many schools in area using online tools for college process
• Allows for incredible amounts of data regarding selection and admission patterns
(all anonymous)
• Part of BHS Counseling and Advising Strategic Plan
• Easy upload and management of student and parent data
What can parents do?
Parents can register to be partners in the process. There is one registration form
for each parent. Parents will be able to search for colleges, add to the “colleges I am
considering” list, track and request transcripts, search for scholarships and look at
scheduled visits for college representatives.
Stick it, or else, Shaposhnakova.
by Elana Mudrak, Batavia High School Student
The only thing that’s said to be
more difficult than pronouncing
the name of a trick in gymnastics is
actually performing it in front of a
bunch of judgmental people, who
will take points away from you like
it’s the most fun they have ever had.
In a world of perfection, Batavia
High School does its best to stick it.
Opening their season on November
24, Batavia did just that and is
expecting to continue doing so the
rest of the season.
“We’d have to add some more
to get further,” Batavia gymnastics
coach Taryn Boyce said after last
year’s season.
The appearance of Batavia’s Danae
Fuqua as a sophomore in the floor
event and vault and Alessandra
Bronzino as a junior on the beam in
the state meet last year has excited
the team as a whole for this year’s
season and made them aware of
what’s needed to take it to the next
level. Fuqua placed thirty-fifth in
vault on the first day of state and
twenty-fourth in floor. Bronzino
placed fourteenth on the beam.
However, neither placed high
enough to move onto the second
day of the state meet.
“Last year we did really well. I
think we get better each year. “
Junior Kathryn Warner has been
on the varsity team for three years.
Just like Boyce, Warner is looking
forward to the season. She knows
that in order to do better than they
did last year, the team will have to
remain as versatile and consistent
as they were, but also bring a new
angle to the gymnastics floor. In
the opening meet, Warner helped
Batavia to the win on the vault,
which is her favorite event.
“We need to have clean routines
and can’t complain,” Warner said.
Unlike Warner, sophomore Emma
Gear is just starting her career
with Batavia gymnastics this year.
However, her goals for the team are
similar to Boyce’s and Warner’s. All
are striving to better the team.
“We work hard and always go all
the way,” Warner said about the 90
minute practices that are held after
school.
At practice, the gymnasts get to
clean up their routines and practice
whatever they feel they need to
for upcoming meets. As an end
to practice, Boyce takes the team
through an intense 30 minutes of
conditioning, which leaves many
girls exhausted, but still working
hard to be the best they can.
“I like to run fast at stationary
objects,” Warner said about her
favorite event, the vault.
Many people may think gymnasts
are crazy. Gymnastics tests the
mental and physical strength of
each gymnast every time one
approaches an event. If one leg or
toe is bent, it results in a tenth of a
point reduction. If an undergarment
is showing, it results in another large
point reduction. On a ten point
scale, from technical to apparel,
every mistake counts.
“It’s only the beginning of the
season, but after winning our first
meet, I feel like our team’s ready for
anything,” Warner said.
After a strong finish to last year’s
season and a promising start to this
year’s season, Batavia is ready to
stick it.
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Batavia School District 101 News
Pizza and π
Lunch break! Time to
refresh the brain while
we learn.
There’s a new menu being
offered at Rotolo Middle
School this year. It’s called
Pizza and π. Students are getting
extra help in math during select lunch
periods and enjoying every bite.
Throughout the week, 6th and 7th
grade students bring their lunch, a
pizza-shaped pass, their homework,
and or assessments to the classroom.
Eighth graders come during their
advisory periods. They receive
individualized help from
Ms. Swider, or from
volunteers Janet Gidding,
and Pamela Van Treeck.
Students solve problems
on their paper table clothes
and use an abundance of
math manipulatives to
help them understand or
reinforce a math concept.
Students who attend
regularly have shown
progress.
Friday is extra special. Thanks
to a generous grant from the
Batavia Foundation for Educational
Excellence, mathematical games
designed for middle level students
have been purchased. Students
can choose from a variety of board
or card games to play with their
friends. Students love the fun
and challenge. It gets even better.
Walmart has donated $30 to
purchase pies. So far apple pies are
by
Lynn Swider
Math Specialist
Rotolo Middle School
their favorite “food for thought.”
Pizza and π offers students an
opportunity to get an extra serving
of math help in a delicious way. It’s
becoming a popular new lunch spot.
RMS students enjoy
pizza as they learn math
Congratulations Mr. Cleary—
Teacher of
the Month
He has great patience, 16 years of
it. Congratulations go to Mr. Chad
Cleary at Grace McWayne Elementary
School! His kindergartners recall Mr.
Cleary as “awesome” and “patient.”
He just loves to see his students grow.
One of his favorite things to see is the
children who can barely write their
names when they come in and by the
end of the year, they can write full
sentences. When asked how he felt to
receive this award, he responded with:
“Humbled.” Congratulations
Mr. Cleary!
A student interviews for Mr. Cleary.
Mr. Cleary helping a group of students
write sentences.
Mr. Cleary receiving “Teacher of the Month” Award.
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Batavia School District 101 News
Construction updates
Batavia
High School
Sweet stats so far:
• Over 80,000 cubic yards of
dirt have been moved
• 1900 cubic yards of concrete
have been poured
Construction Phasing Plan
as of January, 2009
Phase II construction details—
Bidding planned for Spring, 2009;
completion scheduled for July, 2011
The Wilson Street student entrance
Summary of new construction
with planned completion date of
August, 2009
• 13 Classrooms
• 3 Science Labs
• 1 Computer Assisted Drafting Lab
• 1 Journalism/Multipurpose Lab
• 3 Art Rooms
• Counseling and Advising Office
• Student Services Office
• Reception Office at Main Street entrance
Plans showing the elevations of three
sides of the high school
Rotolo Middle School
An aerial view of the high school.
The yellow outline shows proposed
new construction.
Photo from Google Earth
© 2007 Europa Technologies
These are the current architectural sketches
of the RMS gym addition. One is a side view
and cross section. The other is in internal
aerial. Enjoy these layouts and get a feel for
the new gym that is going to be added to RMS.
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Batavia Foundation News
2008 Foundation Donations
The Batavia Foundation thanks the following people and businesses for their generous donations in 2008.
Ms. Laura Abraham
Ms. Mary Ellen Adkins
Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Allison
Mr. & Mrs. Milton Ambel
Ms. Kim Anderson
Ms. Diane Applehoff
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Atac
Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Baran
Dr. & Mrs. Jack Barshinger
Batavia Woman’s Club
Mr. & Mrs. Len Bendoraitis
Dr. Brian Keith Bicknell
Mr. Aaron Bollow
Ms. Virginia Boyer
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Brady
Bruce Harris & Associates.
Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Callahan
Mr. & Mrs. John Carlson
Mr. & Mrs. Peter A. Cladis
Ms. Shannon Collins
Computer Plus, Inc.
A.T. Cord & Company, Inc.
Mr. & Mrs. Eric Danielson
DBA Sofa Solutions
Mr. Gerard Dempsey
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Dettman
Ms. Barbara Donat
Donat & Donat, P.C.
Ms. Carol Dopke
Edward Jones
Mrs. Carol Feltgen
Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Feuerborn
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Fisher
Dr. William Foerstel
Mr. & Mrs. John Freiburger
Mr. & Mrs. Jon Gaspar
Mr. & Mrs. John Giacopelli
Dr. Lynette Greenwood
Mr. & Mrs. Laurence Grinnell, II
Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Gustavson
Mr. & Mrs. James Hall
Mr. William Hall
Ms. Ruth Hamper
Harris Bank
Ms. Rosalind Hazelton
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Herrmann
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Hofmeister
Mr. & Mrs. Clyde Hopkins,
Ms. Barbara Hubbard
Ms. Verene Huizenga
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Ignoffo
Mr. & Mrs. William Jugenitz
Ms. Candi Katko
Mr. & Mrs. Rajan Kaul
Mrs. Barbara King
Dr. Bennett Klavan
Mr. & Mrs. John Kozak
Kraft Brothers
Ms. Jane Kramer
Mr. Richard Kroc
Mr. & Mrs. David Krodel
Mrs. Laura Lacher
Larson-Becker Company
Mr. & Mrs. David Leatherberry
Dr. & Mrs. Mark Lee
Mr. & Mrs. Brian LeFevre
Michael & Samara Lingafelter
Mr. Tony Malay
Mark Murphy Ins. Agcy, Inc.
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Martin
Mr. & Mrs. James Maxwell
Mr. & Mrs. Dain Meyer
Ms. Gina Micheli
Mike Hanrahan Ins. Agency
Mr. & Mrs. Paul Miller
Ms. Sandra A. Miller
Ms. Gail Minella
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Mudrak
Niche Restaurant
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Novak
Mr. & Mrs. Sean O’Brien
Ms. Sandy O’Donnell
Ms. Janice Pasquinelli
Ms. Dorothy Patzer
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Pavnica
Mrs. Nancy Pearce
Mr. Leonard Pedraza
Mr. & Mrs. R.A. Phillips
Ms. Denise Pizarro
Mr. Neal Pleckham
Prairie View Orthodontics Ltd.
Mr. & Mrs. Joe Purpura
Mr. & Mrs. James Ramsden
Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Resek
Ms. Jill Robinson
Ms. Marilyn Robinson
Ms. Cindy Rodriguez
Mr. & Mrs. Fred Rohol
Mr. & Mrs. Joe Samperi
Ms. Carol Schmitt
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Schmitz
Mr. & Mrs. C.M. Sego
Ms. Elizabeth Selander
Mr. & Mrs. Alexander Shankland
Ms. Linda Shaw
Mr. & Mrs. George Smith
Ms. Miriam Smith
Mrs. Susan Sokolinski
Ms. Barb Spence
Mr. & Mrs. Philip Spencer
Dr. & Mrs. G.A. Spitz
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Stoner
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Stumm
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Sullivan
Mr. & Mrs. Randall Szostek
Mr. & Mrs. Jack Tamplin
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Taylor
The David Rosenburg Corp.
Mr. & Mrs. Pete Theis
Mr. & Mrs. Cal Thelin
Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Theros
Ms. Sally Trekel
Mr. & Mrs.Thomas VonLunen
R.A. Weis
Dr. John Williams
Mr. & Mrs. Brett Wiltshire
Mr. Matthew Winkle
Mr. Brian Wolford
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Yingst
Youssi, Youssi & Bina
Foundation Grants at
work in Batavia schools
Lisa Foydel Kramer, Chair
Joanne Spitz, Vice Chair
Joe Purpura, Director of Finances
Dr. Jack Barshinger, Ex Officio
Kathy Bratcher
Corey Clark
www.bataviafoundation.org PO Box 1 003, Batavia, IL 051 0
Christina Miller, first grade teacher at AGS, is teaching a
math lesson using the infrared sound field amplification
system that was funded in spring 2008. Ms. Miller’s
microphone is visible around her neck and her voice
is amplified by a system of four speakers strategically
placed in the room. This allows the teacher’s voice to
be heard at a uniform level that is typically louder than
the ambient noise in the room. The students in each of
the AGS kindergarten and first grade classrooms have
shown a marked improvement in their on-task behavior.
Deborah Nelson’s sixth grade science class at RMS planted tulip
bulbs in the fall and will observe when they bloom in the spring.
This fall grant will allow students to take part in a global study of
wildlife migration and the changing seasons. Students will also
track the migration patterns of birds, butterflies and mammals,
budding of flowers and weeds, changing of daylight and other
clues. Journey North allows the students to collect, graph and
analyze data that they will share with real scientists via the
Internet.
See page 28 and learn how Lynn Swider, Math Specialist at RMS, opened her classroom
one day each week for Pizza and π thanks to a fall grant. Math students looking for
additional help or practice have the opportunity to improve their math skills while
playing math games and having lunch. Math Scrabble is a favorite for many students!
Foundation Directors
Jen Heidenreich
Mike Katz
Wendy Lee
Heidi Molenhouse
Matt Novak
Colleen Nyland
3.1415927 .....
Check out our new Web site at bataviafoundation.org. We have a brand new look and
a user-friendly way to find out about our grants and fundraisers. Spring grant requests
are due on March 13. Grant request forms are available on the Web site and we will post
the funded grants on the site in early April. Also information on the annual golf outing,
scheduled for Fri., June 19th at Bliss Creek, is on the site. Please visit often!
Dan O’Brien
Tom VonLunen
Matt Winkle
Mim Zeddies
Nancy Schmitz, Administrator
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Batavia Public Library
Born to
Read gives
advantage to
children and
parents
Born to Read is a new
community-wide
program designed to
promote reading to children in
infancy and to support parents
in their role as their child’s “first
teacher.” It was developed by
a committee of librarians, teachers,
and other members of the Batavia
community.
The program gives parents of
newborns a tote bag filled with a variety
of age-appropriate books and early
literacy information. The tote bags are
free to new parents living within the
Batavia Public Library District, the
Batavia School District, or the City of
Batavia.
“Born to Read was developed as a
direct result of the Library’s long-range
plan and mission,” explained Joanne
Zillman, head of Youth Services at the
Library. “The Library already supports
The Library will be closed:
Sunday, April 12
Library Hours
Monday–Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday and Saturday 9 am–5 pm
Sunday noon–5 pm
Stephanie Hoffman reads to her 7-month-old nephew, Rowyn, while visiting the Library.
early literacy through baby storytimes,
early literacy kits, and a vast array of
print and audio-visual resources for
parents. Born to Read is a wonderful
addition to our whole package of
services.”
Maureen Jakubowski, Library trustee
and Batavia elementary school teacher,
was instrumental in bringing Born to
Read to Batavia after learning about a
similar program in Naperville.
“Studies have shown that children
that have been read to during
infancy are better prepared to learn
when entering school,” explained
Jakubowski. “Reading to your child at a
young age helps to increase the child’s
Telephone
630-879-1393
Fax: 630-879-9118
TTY: 630-879-8335
Home Delivery:
630-879-1393, ext. 340
Library Director
George H. Scheetz
motivation to read. When children
learn at a young age that reading is a
pleasurable experience, they will want
to read more.”
Born to Read tote bags are limited to
one per family and will be distributed
by the committee.
Each Born to Read tote has a retail
value of $35. Seed money was provided
by the Batavia Public Library’s Per
Capita Grant. To fund the project, the
committee is applying for grants on the
national, regional, and local levels.
For more information regarding
Born to Read, including funding
opportunities, call Joanne Zillman,
630-879-1393, ext. 550.
Library Trustees
Randall E. Gibson, President
Maureen Jakubowski, Vice President
Richard Henders, Treasurer
Ann Larson, Secretary
Edward Skahan
Douglas Sullivan
Tom Von Lunen
Under the Cupola
“In the Spring”
In the spring, a Batavian’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts
of—libraries and volunteers?! (with apologies to Alfred,
Lord Tennyson. Among other celebrations, April is
National Poetry Month).
The Library was founded by volunteers, and is governed
by volunteers, and will always be supported by the time,
talent, and treasure of volunteers.
National Library Week will be observed April 12–18
with the theme, “Worlds connect @ your library®.” First
observed in 1958, Library Week is sponsored each April by
the American Library Association and your local library.
It is a time to celebrate libraries and librarians and the
pleasures and importance of reading, and to invite library
use and support.
National Volunteer Week will be observed April
19–25 with the theme, “Inspire by Example.” Celebrated
annually since 1970, Volunteer Week is sponsored each
April by the Points of Light Institute. It is a time to honor
and recognize the individuals who have made a difference
in our community and alert others to the need for more
voluntary community service.
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One Book, One Batavia 2009 Events
For more information or
to register, call 630-879-
4777. Registration is not
required for Books Between
Bites. Register online at
BataviaPublicLibrary.org or in
person at the Reference Desk.
The Underground Railroad in Illinois
Sun., Mar. 1, 2 pm
Historian and author Glennette Tilley-Turner discusses
the Illinois locations of the Underground Railroad using
photographs and drawings, and relates personal accounts of
escaped slaves and those who helped them.
Civil War Reenactors Today
Mon., Mar. 2, 7 pm
Civil War reenactor Trevor Steinbach describes the lives
of infantry soldiers, displays their accoutrements, and talks
about what it takes to become a reenactor. Learn about
the soldiers’ uniforms, equipment, and food, as well as the
wounds and medical treatment they received.
Battlefield Balladeers
Sun., Mar. 15, 2 pm
Accompanied by banjo, guitar, and fiddle, the Battlefield
Balladeers perform patriotic, sentimental, and comic “Songs
of the Civil War,” punctuated with quotes from Abraham
Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, Mary Chesnut, and Mark
Twain. Join us for this lively performance!
The Age of Lincoln
Mon., Mar. 16, 7 pm
See “New Lyceum Lecture Series,” page 39
Books Between Bites
Thurs., Mar. 19, 12 noon
The Killer Angels
See “Books Between Bites,” page 39
Lincoln: Commander in Chief
Thurs., Mar. 19, 7 pm
During his presidency, Lincoln faced endless crises and
constant criticism. Artist Jim Weren’s meticulous drawings of
Lincoln illustrate the effects of the Civil War on the man. This
program features Weren’s portraits of Lincoln, accompanied
by his compelling narrative.
At the confluence of Library and Volunteer is Batavia.
The origins of the Library can be traced to October 1866
and events that led directly to the creation of the Batavia
Library Association, a membership library—founded and
run by volunteers.
Some 15½ years later, at a town meeting on 4 April
1882, the residents of Batavia Township voted to create a
tax-supported public library and elect its first governing
board of citizen trustees—volunteers all, even after 127
years.
The tradition of volunteer service at the Library
continues with Angelina Moya, the Library’s new
volunteer coordinator, who is herself a volunteer. Library
volunteers include middle school and high school students
and adults of all ages. The work is varied, the hours are
flexible, and the value to the Library is immeasurable.
Inspire by example @ your library®! Call Angelina at
630-879-1393 x 330 to learn how you can help.
George H. Scheetz
Director
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Batavia Public Library
Programs and activities for youth Programs and activities for youth
Registration Information: Stop by or call the Youth Services Desk at 630-879-4775 to register and for more information. Priority
is given to Batavia Public Library cardholders for all programs requiring registration.
Sophie, Mia, and Ben enjoy a story
at last year’s Pajama Party.
Spring Storytimes
Baby Storytime
Pre-Walkers
Tues., Apr. 7–28, 11 am
Infants to 23 months with a
caregiver
This interactive program
includes songs, rhymes,
and stories that will delight
your baby. We ask that care
arrangements be made
outside of class for older
siblings. Space is limited.
Registration begins Mar. 23.
Lap Sit Storytime
Mon., Apr. 6–27, 10 am
Tues., Apr. 7–28, 10 am
Ages 2–3 with a caregiver
Enjoy stories, rhymes,
and more. Storytimes last
approximately 20 minutes.
Registration begins Mar. 23.
Family Storytime
Mon., Apr. 6–27, 7 pm
Families with children
through age 7 are welcome.
No registration required.
Student volunteers needed
The Youth Services department is seeking volunteers to
help during the Summer Reading Club. Batavia students who
are entering grades 6–9 are invited to apply.
Junior volunteers may choose from three different
opportunities. Weekly volunteers are scheduled for one
hour per week from June 10–August 12. Weekly volunteers
may be asked to straighten shelves, make copies, and
prepare craft projects, as well as other projects. Book Buddy
ABC Storytime
Wed., Apr. 8–29, 10 am
Wed., Apr. 8–29, 1 pm
Thurs., Apr. 9–30, 10 am
Ages 3–6
Activities, Books, and Craft
program for children age
3 through kindergarten
without a caregiver.
Registration begins Mar. 23.
Preschool Drop-In
Storytime
Fri., Apr. 10–May 1, 10 am
Children ages 3–6 are
invited. An adult must
accompany children under
the age of 4 years. No
registration required.
Babies & Tots Drop-In
Storytime
Fri., Apr. 10–May 1, 11 am
Babies and tots up to 36
months with a caregiver
Drop-in for songs, rhymes,
and stories. No registration
required.
Book Character Visits
Mon., Mar. 30, 1 pm
Clifford
Mon., Apr. 27, 1 pm
Winnie the Pooh
Barnes & Noble Booksellers
will bring these book
characters to the Library for
stories, activities, and pictures.
No registration required.
For Students
Book Worms
Tues., Mar. 10, 4:30 pm
Irish Folklore
Tues., Apr. 21, 4:30 pm
Humor
Grades K–1
Themed story and craft
time. Registration required;
begins the first of each
month.
Book Gems
Mon., Mar. 16, 6 pm
Ms. Coco is Loco!
by Dan Gutman
Tues., Apr. 21, 6 pm
Clementine
by Sara Pennypacker
Grades 2–3
Book club and activities for
young readers. Registration
required; begins the first
of each month. Reserve a
copy of the book when you
register.
Read on the
Wild Side
2009
Summer Reading Club
June 13–August 8
volunteers will help beginning readers practice their reading
skills. Book Buddy times and dates will vary during the
summer. Special Event volunteers will be called as needed
for special projects and to help at special programs.
Students interested in volunteering should pick up
an application at the Youth Services Desk. Application
deadline is May 15. Scheduling will be based on the date the
application is returned to the Youth Services department.
Book Beat
Thurs., Mar. 19, 6 pm
The Homework Machine
by Dan Gutman
Grades 4–8
Tues., Apr. 14, 6 pm
Crossing the Wire
by Will Hobbs
Grades 5–8
Join us for book discussion,
activities, and refreshments.
Registration begins four
weeks prior to discussion.
Middle School
Movie Night
Fri., Mar. 13, 6:30–9 pm
Grades 6–8
Enjoy a movie, pizza, and
games at this after-hours
event. Registration begins
Mar. 1. A signed parental
permission slip and $3 are
due at registration.
American Red Cross
Babysitter’s Training
Course
Sat., Apr. 18,
9:30 am–4:30 pm
Ages 11–15
A 7-hour training course in
which students learn basic
babysitting skills and how
to deal with emergencies.
Participants must attend
entire session. Due to the
popularity of this program a
lottery drawing will be held.
Lottery registration begins
Apr. 1. Lottery drawing
will be held Apr. 9. Priority
is given to Batavia Public
Library cardholders.
Mother / Daughter
Book Chat
Thurs., Apr. 30, 7 pm
Project Mulberry
by Linda Sue Park
Grades 3–5
Students and a parent or
another female adult are
invited to chat and enjoy
activities. Registration
begins Apr. 1.
For Families
Read Across America
Mon., Mar. 2, 6:30–8 pm
Join us for stories from all
over the United States, make
an all-American craft, and
enjoy treats! No registration
required.
Fishing for Books
at the Library
Apr. 13–18
Get to know your Library
with our Fishing for Books
game in the Youth Services
department during National
Library Week. Select a piece
of bait from our fish bowl,
find the corresponding item
in the Library, and return it
to the Youth Services Desk
for a prize. No registration
required.
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Don’t Miss These Spring Break Specials
Chess Knight
Tues., Mar. 31, 7–8 pm
Ages 8 and older
Students, teens, and adults at
all skill levels are welcome.
Feel free to bring your
favorite chess board.
Dance Dance
Revolution (DDR)
Wed., Apr. 1, 1–3 pm
Ages 7–14
No registration required.
Pajama Party
Wed., Apr. 1, 7 pm
Children in kindergarten
and first and second grades
are invited to a pajama party
storytime. Wear your pj’s,
bring a blanket or stuffed
animal, and join us for
stories, craft activity, and,
of course, a bedtime snack.
Registration begins Mar. 1.
Movies at the Library
Thurs., Apr. 2,
11 am & 1 pm
Two different movies will be
shown. Attend one or both.
Call the Library for movie
titles, lengths, and ratings.
Bingo
Fri., Apr. 3, 11 am
Ages 3–14
Children ages 5 and younger
must be accompanied by an
adult or older sibling.
Joy, 8, reads to Raleigh and his owner,
Suzy Francis, during one of the
Reading with Rover programs
held at the Library.
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Batavia Public Library
Computer classes for adults Programs for adults and teens
One-hour, hands-on computer classes. Registration is required; please call the Reference Desk, 630-879-4777.
Computer Mouse Basics
Tues., Mar. 3, 9 am; Tues., May 5, 9 am
This class is perfect for first-time
computer users. Learn how to use
a mouse, which is the first step in
becoming computer literate.
Introduction to the Internet
Wed., Mar. 4, 9 am; Wed., May 6, 9 am
Learn the basics of navigating the
Internet, including typing a Web
address, linking from one Web site to
another, and conducting basic searches.
Introduction to
Microsoft Excel 2007
Thurs., Mar. 5, 9 am;
Tues., Apr. 21, 9 am;
Thurs., May 7, 9 am
Learn how to design and create a
Microsoft Excel spreadsheet, including
how to use summation; formulas;
insertion and deletion of rows and cells;
autofill; sort; and other features.
Introduction to
Microsoft Word 2007, Part 1
Fri., Mar. 6, 9 am;
Wed., Apr. 1, 9 am;
Fri., May 8, 9 am
Learn how to create a document in
Microsoft Word, including how to edit;
change font style and size; underline,
italicize, make bold and center text; and
save.
Library Catalog Instruction
Mon., Mar. 9, 7 pm;
Wed., May 13, 7 pm
Learn to use the Library’s catalog to
look up books and other materials in
this 20-minute, hands-on class.
Searching the Internet
Tues., Mar. 10, 9 am;
Tues., May 12, 9 am
Learn to use the Google search engine
to find information. Learn general
search tips, recommended search
strategies, alternatives to search
engines, and how to evaluate Web sites.
Introduction to
Microsoft PowerPoint 2007
Fri., Mar. 20, 9 am;
Wed., Apr. 22, 9 am
Learn how to create, print, and deliver a
presentation by choosing a slide layout;
adding and editing text; and saving the
file.
Introduction to
Microsoft Word 2007, Part 2
Fri., Mar. 27, 9 am;
Wed., Apr. 8, 9 am
Going beyond the basics: Learn to
change font or background colors;
insert and format text boxes, clip
art, and photographs; use bulleted
or numbered lists; create tables; use
lines, arrows, or autoshapes; and use
page setup. Participants should have
attended Part 1 or have equivalent
experience.
Introduction to Email
Fri., Apr. 3, 9 am
This is an introduction to free, Web
-based e-mail. Learn how to read, send,
and manage e-mail messages.
Travel and Maps on the Internet
Fri., Apr. 10, 9 am
Plan trips — either to the next suburb
or the other side of the world — right
from your computer. Learn how to get
maps and directions from MapQuest
and how to find and book plane
tickets, rental cars, hotel rooms, travel
packages, and cruises on several Web
sites.
Shopping on the Internet
Tues., Apr. 14, 9 am
Learn to use Amazon and eBay.
Amazon is a gigantic department store
available only on the Web ; eBay is the
largest online auction site in the world.
Learn how to search both sites and
make purchases.
Reference Databases
at the Library
Mon., Apr. 27, 9 am
The Library subscribes to more than 25
online databases that contain millions
of full-text articles from magazines,
newspapers, and authoritative reference
works. Learn how to search databases
in business, health, education, reading
suggestions, and more.
Friends of the
Batavia Public Library
Used Book Sale
Friday, April 24
Saturday, April 25
9 am to 4 pm
Registration is required; please call the Reference Desk, 630-879-4777.
Feature Programs
New Lyceum Lecture Series
Mon., Mar. 16, 7 pm
“The Age of Lincoln”
Guest speaker O. Vernon Burton
provides an original interpretation
of sectional conflict, civil war, and
reconstruction. Focusing on seven
decades, 1830 though 1900, Burton
uses Abraham Lincoln as the fulcrum
around whom ideas swirled and
conflicts erupted. Burton is Professor of
History, African American Studies, and
Sociology at the University of Illinois
at Urbana-Champaign, and author of
The Age of Lincoln, winner of the 2007
Heartland Prize for nonfiction.
Monthly Programs
Anime Club
Thur., Mar. 12, 7 pm
Wed., Mar. 25, 7 pm
Thur., Apr. 9, 7 pm
Sat., Apr. 18, 3 pm
Book Discussions
Tues., Mar. 10, 7:30 pm
A Perfect Red: Empire, Espionage, and
the Quest for the Color of Desire
by Amy Butler Greenfield
This entertaining book traces the farreaching
effect of a single commodity:
cochineal. Discovered by Spanish
conquistadors in 1519, cochineal
produced the most vivid red color
the old world had ever seen. Spain’s
cochineal monopoly was worth a
fortune, and the English, French,
Dutch, and other Europeans were
determined to discover their own
source of this elusive dye.
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Edvard Munch:
The Frieze of Life
Tues., Mar. 24, 7 pm
Art historian Dr. Michelle Paluch-
Mishur discusses the artistic vision of
this pioneer of expressionism and his
exploration of the human condition
through haunting imagery.
Trip to Thailand
Mon., Apr. 6, 7 pm
Learn all about Thailand—the culture,
food, travel, and more—from Thai
native Wilailuck Wachirasakulchok,
Rotolo Middle School volunteer
teacher through the AFS Intercultural
Programs exchange.
Celebrate National Library Week
April 12–18
Tues., Apr. 14, 7:30 pm
Folly by Laurie R. King
Rae, a woman who has suffered
personal tragedy and teetered on the
brink of mental instability, moves to
a remote island to restore a peculiar,
ruined house she inherited from her
great-uncle. As odd, menacing incidents
begin to take place, she wonders if
the danger is real or whether it is only
her imagination. A smart, intriguing,
psychological novel.
May book discussion selection:
Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides
Books Between Bites
Thurs., Mar. 19, 12 noon
Rodney N. Henshaw, Dean of Drake
University’s Cowles Library, reviews
Michael Shaara’s Pulitzer Prize-
winning novel The Killer Angels, the
One Book, One Batavia 2009 selection.
Walk Around Nelson Lake
At the Library: Wed., Apr. 15, 7 pm
At the Lake: Sat., Apr. 18, 8 am
Learn about spring migration and then
observe birdlife and hear and identify
birdcalls at Batavia’s Nelson Lake
during this two-part program presented
by nature enthusiast Bob Andrini.
Super-Couponing
Thurs., Apr. 16, 7 pm
Learn to use newspaper and Internet
coupons to their fullest advantage from
Super-Couponer Jill Cataldo and then
change the way you shop to save big
money!
Route 66 on a Tank of Gas
Thur., Apr. 30, 7 pm
Many travelers believe that Route 66 in
Illinois has more attractions per mile
than any other state. Presenter Dave
Clark highlights the many attractions
within 300 miles of Chicago.
Thurs., Apr. 16, 12 noon
Barbara Kalina, educational consultant,
reviews Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s
Mission to Promote Peace… One School
at a Time by Greg Mortenson.
Great Decisions
Wed., Mar. 18, 7 pm
“Energy and the Global Economy”
Batavia Public Library
Wed., Apr. 15, 7 pm
“Afghanistan and Pakistan”
St. Charles Public Library
Enjoy a smoothie or
coffee of the day from
10 South Coffee House
during your next Library visit.
Covered beverages
are welcome in the Library.
Call ahead to order your
Books Between Bites lunch!
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Batavia Park District News
Challenge course offers team-building opportunities
Hawks’ Bluff, one of the Batavia
Park District’s newest parks,
has quickly become one of
the gems of the Park District with its
natural setting and scenic views. A new
element was recently added that will
also make it a prime location for team
building.
A challenge course was installed in
December that will eventually provide
local groups and organizations the
chance to participate in team building
activities. “Hawks’ Bluff was an ideal
location to have the challenge course,”
said Jim Eby, Director of Planning and
Development, “We had the space to
build it and the wooded environment
gives it a secluded feel.”
The challenge course consists of five
stations with the ability to do multiple
activities. Stations include a trust fall,
“up and over” wall and a “spider Web
” in which teams assist individual
members through the “Web ” without
touching any of the surrounding cables.
Park District staff is currently
working on a list of guidelines and
instructions for the challenge course
stations. The goal is to have the course
open for rental to community groups by
summer or fall.
Kristin Bykowski, Teen Center
Supervisor, has participated in team
building activities many times over
the years with the Teen Center Youth
Board. The challenge course located
at Hawks’ Bluff will provide the teens
and other groups in the area with the
chance to improve communication and
problem-solving skills, and to have fun
overcoming difficult tasks as a team.
“Team building activities engage
the kids in wanting to work together
because it’s a fun and exciting activity
and gets them outside of their comfort
zone, “ said Bykowski, “Plus they love
the challenge!”
In addition to the new challenge
course, Hawks’ Bluff offers a limestone
St. Patty’s Bunco Bash
and asphalt walking path, fishing
station, multi-court area with a
basketball goal and tennis practice wall,
a unique multi-level playground, large
picnic shelter and an amphitheatre.
The park site also boasts a 20 space
parking lot and features ADA accessible
playground equipment.
Hawks’ Bluff is located in the
Tanglewood Hills subdivision, west of
Randall Road and south of Main Street
at 950 Twin Elms Lane.
For more information call
630-879-5235 or visit bataviaparks.org.
630-879-5235
www.bataviaparks.org
Bark Park permit holders barked, Park District listened
In spring 2008, Batavia Park
District opened its first Bark
Park on a grand scale with
approximately 500 people and fourlegged
friends in attendance at the
grand opening on June 1. More than
240 people purchased permits for the
Bark Park’s inaugural season.
In preparation for the 2009 season of
the Bark Park, the Batavia Park District
sent a survey to last year’s permit
holders to evaluate the park’s first
season. Nearly 40% of permit holders
responded and offered both positive
and constructive feedback. As a result,
permit holders will see several changes
this season.
First and foremost, the Park District
wants to make the park affordable to
everyone, and therefore has lowered
the cost of a permit to $20 for residents,
$25 for Batavia nonresidents and $30
for nonresidents. Also new this year,
per city ordinance, permit holders will
be able to register up to 4 dogs with
each additional dog costing $5, $6 and
$7 respectively.
Maintenance procedures will be
greatly enhanced from last year.
“Mowing frequency will be increased
in designated areas to reduce the height
of the grass so that people will enjoy the
area more,” said Eric Lacher, Director
of Parks and Properties, “We’ll also
be doing some more aggressive weed
control, early seeding and some tree
removal to reduce the density so the
park won’t be as muddy.” Maintenance
crews will also be installing a small
pavilion for user’s convenience, and the
City Water Department has donated a
fire hydrant that will be placed inside
the park for pooches’ convenience.
“We learned a lot, and we’re definitely
listening to permit holders to make
the park even better,” said Executive
Director Mike Clark.
Permit holders also
expressed an interest in
having programs held at
the Bark Park, including
“puppy play dates”. As a
result, permit holders will be
given the chance to provide their email
at registration to be part of a database of
users interested in setting up play dates
at the park. Other possible programs
include doggy birthday parties or pet
adoption days.
Permits for the 2009 season can be
purchased in person at the Park District
Civic Center, 327 W. Wilson St. A
current shot history, including rabies,
distemper, heartworm and fecal test for
internal parasites, must be shown at the
time of purchase. If you purchased a
permit last year and your dog’s shots are
still current, there is no need to submit
the records again.
The Bark Park is located at West Main
Community Park, 40W101 W. Main
St. For more information, please call
630-879-5235.
Test your luck of the Irish on Friday the easy to
13th of March at the first ever “St. Patty’s
Bunco Bash” at 6 pm at the Batavia Boat
learn and
fun to play.
Permits go on sale April 1
Club at Laurelwood Park. The cost is $15
for residents, $17 for Batavia nonresidents
Bring your
four-leaf clovers and lucky charms. Doors
$20 for residents
and $20 for nonresidents until March 6 and open at 6 pm and games begin at 6:30 pm.
$25 for Batavia nonresidents
includes refreshments, games and prizes.
After March 6 a $5 late fee will be assessed.
Bunco is a fast-paced dice game that’s
For more information, call 630-879-5235
or visit bataviaparks.org.
$30 for nonresidents
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Batavia Park District News
Make a SPLASH at
Hall Quarry Beach
this Summer
Easter Egg Hunt –Free!
Little bunnies are invited to hop on over to Prairie Path Park for the
annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4. Please arrive by 9:45 am.
The hunt will be sharply at 10 am! Kids ages 2-7 will be divided by age
group. The Easter Bunny will be on hand giving out treats and taking
pictures with the little ones. Don’t forget a basket for all your goodies!
In the spirit of the event, participants are asked to please bring a
non-perishable food item or paper product to be donated to the Batavia
Food Pantry.
For more information call 630-879-5235 or visit bataviaparks.org.
The Batavia Park District has
just unveiled the new plans
for the 2009 summer season.
The Hall Quarry Beach will open for
the season on Monday, June 8 and will
remain open through Sunday, August
16. New hours at the Quarry will be
from 11:30 am to 5 pm daily to best
serve residents during peak hours.
A “Welcome Back” season pass
promotion will run from March 30
- April 9 for patrons who purchased
season passes in 2008. During the
promotion, 2008 pass holders will be
able to purchase season passes for $38
for youth, $48 for adults or $15 for
seniors. Beginning April 13 the cost
will be $50 for a youth season pass,
$60 for adults and $20 for seniors.
Daily admission rates will remain
the same: $7 for residents and $10 for
nonresidents.
The Quarry will host monthly
celebrations to commemorate the Park
District’s 40th anniversary. June will
include a sand sculpture demonstration
and sand building contest, and bubbles
will be given to the first 500 patrons.
In July we’ll go back in time to 1969
when we put the first man on the moon.
Younger patrons can enjoy an inflatable
“moonwalk” jump house and the first
200 patrons will receive astronaut ice
cream. A 60’s tribute band will perform
in August, and hippie tattoos will go
to the first 500 patrons. Well-known
Quarry events such as Freaky Friday
and National Night Out will also be
held this year.
Also new this year is “Way Back
When-sdays.” Every Wednesday the
Quarry is open, it will pay tribute
to “Way Back When” with roll-back
discounted daily admission pricing to
recognize the Park District’s 40 years
of service. The cost for daily admission
will be $2 for residents and $5 for
nonresidents on Wednesdays.
This year patrons will be able to bring
food into the Quarry, and vending
machines will be added. Parking and
entry to the Quarry will be through the
south gate.
Hall Quarry Beach occupies a former
stone quarry owned by the Batavia
Park District. It features a sand bottom
swimming area covering 60,000
square feet that includes islands, slides
Help the Batavia Park District stop
vandalism in your neighborhood park!
Call us with information about the person or person(s) who vandalize any
Batavia Park District property. This includes destruction of any property such
as vehicles, playground equipment, or landscape materials, the theft of any
equipment or materials, any act of arson or any act of graffiti.
If your information leads to the arrest and conviction of guilty parties, you will
be given a reward up to $500. We’ll keep your name confidential.
Contact the Batavia Park District Tip Line at: 630-879-5235 ext. S A F E or
email bruce@bataviaparks.org.
(7 2 3 3)
630-879-5235
www.bataviaparks.org
and a diving area. Look for the spring
brochure in the mail with a complete
listing of swim classes, days, dates and
times! For more information please call
630-879-5235 or visit bataviaparks.org.
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Around the Block
PTO hosts flower/
vegetable spring
fundraiser
Alice Gustafson School’s
PTO at 905 Carlisle Rd, will be
holding a Spring Fundraiser
with a first time Flower/
Vegetable Sale. Many
varieties available, bedding
flats, pre-planted 12" hanging
baskets and vegetables
such a basil and jalapenos.
Ordering begins in March.
Final orders may be picked up
at school the week of May 4,
2009, just before Mother’s
Day. Contact Jennifer Tonn at
630-248-6258 or mjdjhtonn@
comcast.net for a full
description, order form and
further details on the pick up
date/time.
Livingwell Cancer
Resource Center
forming teams for
4th Annual
Bridge Walk
LivingWell Cancer Resource
Center’s 4th Annual Bridge
Walk is scheduled for Sat.,
May 16, 2009, at
Fabyan Park on the
Island. Proceeds from
the 5K Walk along
the beautiful Fox
River will be used to
support the over 30
free programs and
services LivingWell
offers to cancer
patients, cancer
survivors and their
loved ones. There
will also be a special 10-Step
Celebration Walk for anyone
with a cancer diagnosis to
symbolize that cancer does
not define who they are.
Anyone unable to walk in the
5K because of the effects of
the cancer are welcome to
join in the Celebration Walk.
This special event allows all
those who wish to take part
in this special day to do so at
their own comfort level.
Bridge Walk and 10-Step
Celebration Walk:
When: Saturday, May 16,
2009, 8:00 am. Registration
begins at 7:30 am.
Where: Fabyan Park—on
the Island. Geneva, IL.
For more information, call
Sue Mielke at 630-262-1111,
or smielke@livingwellcrc.org.
All community members are
welcome to participate!
More upcoming
programs at
Livingwell
Meditation: Learn to Lessen
Physical & Emotional Pain
Thurs., Mar. 5, 6-7 pm,
presented by Om Johari
Recent studies have shown
that meditation for pain relief
is a very powerful way to
help relieve pain with many
positive side effects. Om
Johari will explain how we
can each diminish physical
pain, as well as emotional
pain and anxiety, and break
the cycle of pain by using
meditation, and he will teach
you how to do so.
Recreating the Spa at Home
Mon., Mar. 9, 7-8:30 pm,
presented by Tranquility Skin
and Body Care Center
A day at the spa is always a
by Tim Sullivan
refreshing and rejuvenating
experience but can also be
quite expensive. Join Beverly
Miller from Tranquility as she
teaches you a few simple
tips on how create the spa
experience at home and take
home some samples. Please
register early.
A Celebration of the Arts
Thurs., Mar. 19, 6:30-8:30pm
Join us for a poetry
reading, enjoy an art gallery
of masterpieces created by
LivingWell participants and
volunteers, sway to some
music, and enjoy a handson
art experience. Come
celebrate the arts with us for
the evening. Refreshments
will be served.
Batavia Cares
producing special
TV presentation on
Batavia’s fallen war
heroes
Batavia Cares is producing
a special program to be aired
on BATV saluting those who
have made the ultimate
sacrifice for their country.
Batavia Cares is looking for
family members, stories
about their lives and pictures.
Those fallen and the conflict
that they served in follows:
WWI:
Anderson, Julius; Amandus,
Benson; John Mayo Palmer;
Carlson, Andrew E.; Duffy,
John; Kelly, John D.; Mier, Carl
Bernhard; Peterson, Elmer R.
WWII:
Alberovsky, Francis;
Anderson, Arnold; Anderson,
Donald; Anderson, Robert
D.; Bennett, Leo Edward;
Bodeen, Arden; Brill, Richard
Jack; Burch, John C.; Carr,
George; Christensen, Carl
E.; Conde, Clare B.; Erickson,
Adolph Leroy; Edwards,
Dennis Arthur; Holm,
Everett; Johnson, Walter
H.; Martin, Charles “Ross”;
Nelson, Gerald; Palecek,
Jerome J.; Pye, Robert;
Schmitz, Norbert; Sherman,
Homer; Sherman, Donald;
Sherman, Robert; Stenman,
Everett G.; Stenman, Pendral;
Swanson, Kenneth; Wenberg,
Laverne O. ; Wiesbrock, John
Raymond; Wicklund, Donald
Delbert Korean: Bradford,
Herbert Laverne; Thomas,
Gordon William. Vietnam:
Fletcher, David Foster;
Johnson, Charles; Johnson,
Martin Raymond; Swain,
Charles M.
Cold War:
Jackson, Wilbur.
Anyone in Batavia who has
information about Batavia’s
fallen can contact Batavia
Cares at 630-687-1943 or
info@bataviacares.org.
Batavia Rehabilitation
& HCC hosts mini
health fair
Join the Batavia Chamber
of Commerce for a “Business
After Hours” at Batavia
Rehabiliation & HCC on May
20, 2009 from 5-7 pm. It will
be a mini health fair with:
Batavia Rehab, Dr. Sharratt,
Delnor Glen, Healthtrends,
South Elgin Rehab, Rehab
Care, Bright Star, Moss
Funeral Home, Retreat
Distinctive Therapeutic
Massage, Provena Hospice.
For more information,
630-879-5266.
for more, visit neighborsofbatavia.com
Mother’s Club
celebrates 75 years
Batavia Mothers’ Club
Foundation (BMCF) is proud
to announce the celebration
of their 75th anniversary, the
Diamond Anniversary. The
Batavia Mothers’ Club was
started in 1934 by a group of
young mothers interested
in forming a book study

Neighbors of Batavia
Around the Block
group. Because it was a
small group, the meetings
were held in homes. Over
a period of time the focus
of the group changed
to include philanthropic
work. The members
began to learn about the
needs of the community
while maintaining their
commitment to serve as
a resource to each other.
That focus continues today.
In 1997, it was recognized
that tremendous money
was raised from the Club’s
fundraising activities. The
intent was to safely and
conservatively invest the
money on a short-term basis
to increase the amount to be
disbursed. In this process the
then Board of Directors was
made aware of the need to
incorporate. Incorporation
was initiated in an effort
to protect the Club and its
members. In 2003, the Club
was granted 501(c)3 status by
the Internal Revenue Service
and effectively renamed
The Batavia Mothers’ Club
Foundation.
The members of BMCF
dedicate themselves to
improving the quality
of life of the children of
the community through
philanthropic endeavors and
work in cooperation with
organizations having similar
purposes. They constantly
seek new opportunities to
provide charitable aid or
events within the Fox Valley
area and act as a resource for
women and their families.
BMCF conducts two annual
fundraisers: Fox Trot, a 5K
Run/Walk and an Autumn
Arts and Crafts Show.
The Fox Trot is quickly
approaching and will be
held on Sun., April 26 at the
Batavia Riverwalk. Please
view bataviamothersclub.org
for more details.
Plans for the Autumn Arts
and Craft Show are already
underway. The 2009 show
will occur on Sat., October 17
at Rotolo Middle School on
Raddant Road in Batavia,
IL. Save the date. If you are
interested in becoming a
member, please visit the
organization’s Web site,
bataviamothersclub.org or call
630-748-1501.
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Fox Trot 5K Run/Walk
in April
The Batavia Mothers’ Club
Foundation will host its
annual Fox Trot 5K Run/Walk
on Sun., April 26, 2009 at the
Batavia Riverwalk (Island
Avenue & Houston Street
in downtown Batavia). The
2009 CARA Recommended
Certified Race features a
scenic course along the Fox
River in downtown Batavia..
The cost is $20 per adult
($25 after April 24) and $8
per child ($10 after April 24).
There is a $2 CARA member
discount available only
through pre-registration.
Funds raised through
this event will support
Batavia Schools and other
educational opportunities for
local families. Participants
receive a t-shirt and goodie
bag. You may register online
at signmeup.com/63393
beginning Feb. 1. Preregistration
is encouraged.
Registration will also be
accepted on race day from
6:30 am- 7:40 am at the
event. For more information
or to register, please visit
bataviamothersclub.org or
call 630-748-1501.
Curves food drive
benefits Inter Faith
Pantry
During the month of
March, Curves of Batavia will
participate in the 11th Annual
Curves Food Drive to benefit
the Batavia Inter Faith Food
Pantry. All non-perishable
food items may be dropped
off at Curves, 833 E. Wilson,
Bataiva, Monday through
Friday during business hours
through the month of March.
For more information, please
call 630-406-0876.
Are you ready to drill
for maple syrup?
The Forest Preserve District
of Kane County will perform
the time-honored tradition
of maple tapping on two,
consecutive Sundays in
March:
March 8 is at Tekakwitha
Woods Forest Preserve in
St. Charles and March 15 at
Johnson’s Mound Forest
Preserve in Elburn.
These fun, free events
run from noon to 4 pm.
Naturalists will demonstrate
how to tap a maple tree, and
you’ll have the opportunity
to try your hand at drilling
and setting a tap. We’ll
simmer sap over an open
fire and watch as it thickens

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Important Contacts
Emergency Batavia . . . . .911
City Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . 630-454-2000
Police (Non-Emergency)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-879-2840
Fire (Non-Emergency) .630-879-1404
Chamber of Commerce 630-879-7134
Park District . . . . . . . . . .630-879-5235
Public School, Admin. .630-937-8800
Public Library . . . . . . . . . 630-879-1393
Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . 630-879-1323
MainStreet . . . . . . . . . . . . 630-761-3528
to syrup. During “Sugarin’
Time” hikes, you’ll learn how
to distinguish maples from
other species of hardwood
trees. Plus, we’ll explore the
art, science and folklore of
the “sugar bush,” or maple
grove, from early Native
American times to the
modern sugaring industry.
You won’t want to miss this
popular, family-friendly
festival. The Maple Sugaring
Utilities
J.U.L.I.E. . . . . . . . 811 or 800-892-0123
(call 48 hours before you dig)
Water Utility . . . . . . . . . . .630-454-2450
Electric Utility . . . . . . . . .630-454-2350
Comcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-266-2278
NICOR GAS . . . . . . . . . . .888-642-6748
Veolia E.S. . . . . . . . . . . . .630-587-8282
(garbage pick up)
AT & T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-244-4444
Festival is cosponsored by
the Forest Preserve District
of Kane County and the local
Slow Food organization. For
more information or a full
schedule of nature programs,
call (847) 741-8350 or visit
kaneforest.com.
Kane County
County Clerk . . . . . . . . . . 630-232-5950
Sheriff (Non-Emergency)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-232-6840
Voter Registration . . . .630-232-5990
Kane County Forest Preserve
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 630-232-5980
Other
Aurora Driver’s
License Bureau . . . . . . 630-896-1911
U.S. Post Office (Batavia) . . . . . . . . . . .
630-879-1483
Batavia Enterprises receives Ole Award for warehouse renovation
Batavia Enterprises, Inc. was honored at the 2008 Annual
Batavia Chamber Awards dinner as an Ole Award recipient for
its contributions to the city with the new industrial warehouse
renovation of 111 Union Avenue. This 35,000 square foot
building was originally a paper factory that was later converted
to produce war products for the US Government from 1940-
1959. The renovation design kept a classic historical structure
with updated office space and a large ample parking lot. The
outside of this building was rehabbed to include professionally
landscaped entrances that guide visitors directly from the
parking lot to the main office. Directly across from the Batavia
Quarry this large warehouse is tucked safely into the heart
of downtown. The Ole Award is given by the Chamber of
Commerce to local Batavia businesses that have achieved
high standards in renovation and new construction of both
industrial and commercial spaces.

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Garage Sale Blast!
16 th Annual Batavia City-Wide Garage Sale
Friday and Saturday, May 8 & 9
Proceeds to benefit “Batavia 4 th of July Fireworks Fund”
Your $30 dollar registration supports:
• Your location listed on a promotional map distributed
at strategic locations throughout Batavia.
• Publicity in Neighbors of Batavia Magazine.
Advertising in newspapers, radio and on BATV.
• A chance to WIN $100 in gift certificates (there will be
four winners, $100 each, compliments of AM1280).
• Kane County’s favorite, most spectacular, fireworks
show!!
1-2-3 you’re in!!!
1. Return the registration form below with your $30 donation.
2. Pick up maps, signs, instructions, and other material at City Hall on
Wed., May 6 (11 am – 6 pm).
3. Be open, and ready, for business at your
home on both May 8 & 9, 8 am to 4 pm.
Make it a neighborhood blast.
Ask your neighbors to participate, too.
Sponsored by: Batavia 4 th of July Fireworks Committee and Neighbors of Batavia Magazine.
For more information contact Roger Breisch (630-270-3573)
or visit www.neighborsofbatavia.com.
YES, we’ll participate in the City-wide Garage Sale on May 8 & 9!!
Name:
Street:
Phone:
Email:
Fee: $30 (please make checks payable to “Batavia Fireworks fund”)
Return registration form with payment to:
• Batavia Fireworks Committee, Batavia City Hall 100 North Island Avenue, Batavia, IL 60510
• Or at the Batavia Police Station, Batavia City Hall 100 North Island Avenue, Batavia, IL 60510
Deadline for registration: Friday, May 1, 5 pm
Join the
Neighbors Marketplace!
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from your favorite local merchants
Shelly Windett,
Avon Beauty Advisor
Free Jewelry Appraisal
Spring Break Special!
To take advantage of these valuable offers and more, go to:
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downtownbatavia.com
neighborsofbatavia.com
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Special Occasions
On the Avenue
Free accessory with purchase
of prom dress at regular price
TOWER
CAR WASH
B A T A V I A M A R C H 2 0 0 9
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1
Underground
Railroad Program
Library
2 pm
11th Annual
Curves Food Drive
begins
Mon.-Fri.
throughout March
8
Maple Sugaring
Festival
Tekawitha Woods
noon-4 pm
15
Battlefield
Balladeers
Library, 2 pm
FoxFare
“Viva Las Vegas”
Lincoln Inn, 5 pm
Maple Sugaring
Festival
Johnson's Mound
noon-4 pm
Read Across
America
Library
6:30-8 pm
2
Civil War
Reenactors Today
Library
7 pm
Spa at Home
LivingWell
7 pm
New Lyceum
Lecture
“The Age of
Lincoln”
Library
7 pm
9
16
3 4 5 6 7
10
Book Discussion
Library
7:30 pm
17
Batavia American
Legion Post 504
VFW Canteen
7 pm
22 23 24 25
29 30
Clifford Visit
Library
1 pm
Nyborg & Company, Ltd.
Certified Public Accountants
236 Web ster Street • Batavia, IL 60510
Phone: 630-482-9750 • Fax: 630-482-9754
Art Program
Library
7 pm
Chess Knight
Library
7-8 pm
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Anime Club
Library
7 pm
League of Women
Voters
Candidate Forum
City Council
Chambers
7-9 pm
Meditation
LivingWell
6 pm
11 12
Anime Club
Library
7 pm
18 19
One Book, One
Batavia Events
Library
Books Between Bites
The Killer Angels
12 noon
Lincoln:
Commander in
Chief, 7 pm
Arts Celebration
LivingWell, 6:30 pm
St. Patty’s
Bunco Bash
Boat Club
6 pm
13
“Luck 'O the Irish
Spring Fling”
Four Beans Coffee
House
6-8 pm
Garbage
Movie & recycling
presentation
City Hall
7 pm
14
20 21
26 27 28
Have you seen the new online
community calendar?
It’s sponsored by the
Batavia Chamber of Commerce.
Go to neighborsofbatavia.com or
bataviachamber.org

B A T A V I A A P R I L 2 0 0 9
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
Have you seen the new online
community calendar?
It’s sponsored by the
Batavia Chamber of Commerce.
Go to neighborsofbatavia.com or
bataviachamber.org
12
Happy
Easter
5 6
Family Storytime
Library
7 pm
Thailand Program
Library
7 pm
27
Winnie the Pooh
Visit
Library
1 pm
13 14
Book Discussion
Library
7:30 pm
19 20 21
26
Fox Trot
Batavia Riverwalk
6:30 am
Great Garlic
Mustard Pull
Tekakwitha Woods
Forest Preserve
1-3 pm
East Side Brush Collection
Batavia American
Legion Post 504
VFW Canteen
7 pm
West Side Brush Collection
Kathy Barkei– Realtor
"Your hometown Real Estate specialist"
Cell: 630.779.0615
barkeik@aol.com
DDR
Ages 7-14
Library
1-3 pm
1
2
Children’s Movies
Library
11 am, 1 pm
7 8 9
15
Nelson Lake
Program, Part One
Library
7 pm
22
Earth Day Hike,
Tyler Creek Forest
Preserve
6-7 pm
Anime Club
Library
7 pm
16
Books Between
Bites
Library
12 noon
Coupon Program
Library
7 pm
28 29 30
Route 66 Program
Library
7 pm
Conservation
@ Home
City Hall
7 pm
Children’s Bingo
Library
11 am
3
10
Drop-In Storytimes
Library
Ages 3-6, 10 am
Infants-36 mos.,
11 am
17
Drop-In
Storytimes
Library
Ages 3-6, 10 am
Infants-36 mos.,
11 am
23 24
Drop-In Storytimes,
Library
Ages 3-6, 10 am
Infants-36 mos., 11 am
Tree planting
Riverwalk
Green Walk
Downtown Batavia
5-9 pm
4
Easter Egg Hunt
Prairie Path Park
9:45 am
11
18
Nelson Lake
Program, Part Two
Nelson Lake
8 am
Anime Club
Library
3 pm
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