Village of Round Lake Beach - Beach Bulletin
Beach Bulletin Vol 7 No. 6
November 2003
Third vacant house renovated and sold
Renovating vacant eyesores benefits the entire neighborhood and raises property values of surrounding homes. That's the philosophy behind Round Lake Beach's Neighborhood Rehabilitation Program
 The third house in this
innovative program has been sold, and the Village is considering purchasing another house.
One of the added benefits to this program is that it inspires surrounding homeowners to spruce up their own property.
Village officials believe this program has been a resounding success. As with the past two houses, the village received many phone calls from individuals interested in purchasing the newly-renovated house.
The house at 1312 Beverly was the third structure renovated and sold in the Beach's Neighborhood Rehabilitation Program.
Village Tree Lighting
Date: Friday, November 28 - Location: New Village Hall -
Time: 6:00 pm
Carolers, hot chocolate and cookies. Please bring nonperishable food items to be donated to local pantries.
No parking during snowfall
In the winter, parking on the streets can cause problems during snow removal. Please remember there is no parking on Village streets at any time of the year from 2:00 am to 6:00 am.
When there is a snowfall of more than two inches, please don't park on the streets. Give the public works department the opportunity to plow. If the snow hasn't been removed, please continue no parking restrictions until snow removal has been completed.
Please do not park in the ditch lines at any time.
Snow plowing
When it snows, and you know it will, please do not throw snow from your property into the streets. This can create a
hazardous condition. When shoveling or plowing snow from your driveway, pile it to the
left side of your drive (when facing your house). This prevents snow from accumulating again on your driveway when snow plows come through neighborhoods.
News from the Mayor
Shopping locally benefits the community
As we head into the Holiday season, it is important for residents to shop locally. We have a great selection of
stores for almost any need. By shopping locally you create jobs for our residents, plus the business creates a tax base for our schools, park district, and library, and the Village receives the sales tax revenue.
Without the sales tax revenue, the Village would either have to reduce services (such as cutting public works or police) or raise property taxes, which none of us wants to do. You also save yourself time in travel and help preserve our environment by driving less, thus using less fuel.
Join us on November 28, for the Holiday tree lighting ceremony at our new location. We will be lighting a tree in front of the new Village Hall, but we also will light the tree in the Memorial Park across from the old Village Hall.
Have a safe and memorable holiday season with your family and friends!!!
From the Police Department
Holiday shopping safety tips
With the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping occupying your
mind, it's easy to be careless and not keep track of your belongings.
Round Lake Beach Police Chief Larsson recommends a few safety tips while holiday shopping.
• Do not leave your purse or wallet unattended in a shopping cart.
• Be sure you receive your credit card back after making a credit card purchase.
• Take your purchasesto your car at one time. Thieves watch people loading their cars and then going back into a store to shop.
• Do not leave bags or wrapped gifts in view in your car. Store them in the trunk.
In your home, be sure to bring all parcels and packages into your house from your car. Wrapped packages or bags left in the plain view with an open garage door invite theft.
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For your information
No leaf burning
Just a friendly reminder: there is no leaf burning in
the Village of Round Lake Beach. Yard waste must be in cans marked yard waste or yard waste bags.
It is picked up on your regular trash collection day. Yard waste stickers are available at the Village
Hall, Ace Hardware or Jewel food stores for $1.75 each. You are allowed six bags or cans per week. Please do not fill bags or cans with more
than 50 pounds. Yard waste will be picked up weekly until the last week of November. Leaves also make great mulch and can be added to compost.
Obstructions and mailboxes
During this time of the year it's important for residents to think of
snowplow safety. Basketball backboards placed in the right of way create a problem for snow plow drivers during snow removal operations. Please remove backboards as soon as possible.
Mail boxes located too close to the roadway must be relocated to
meet postal regulations. The face of the mailbox must be at least eight inches from the edge of the pavement or curb. Posts may be set farther
back. Please be sure your mailbox is securely fastened to the post so snow plows or snow mounds do not dislodge the mailbox.
Holiday Decorating Contest
Enter your home in the Holiday Decorating Contest. Watch for details on the village website in November.
Holiday closings
The Village Hall will be closed for holiday observances on the following days:
• Thursday, November 27, Friday, November 28, & Saturday, November 29
• Wednesday, December 24 & Thursday, December 25
• Thursday, January 1
Water rate increase
Effective September 1, water rates were increased by 21˘ per 1000 gallons. The increase will be used to cover increased operating costs.
Rental inspections
If you are the owner of rental property in which you do not reside, you must participate in a
rental inspection before the end of the year. Renewal notices will be mailed in November and applications are available
now. The fee per inspection is $60, $10 for each additional unit in the same building. For more information, please call the Economic Development Department at (847) 546-2351.
Latex paint cans
Paint cans with small amounts of left over paint may be disposed of with the regular trash. Let the remaining paint dry before throwing the
can into the trash. Crushed corn cobs aid in the drying process by
absorbing moisture. Corn cob bags are available at
the Public Works building, 911 Lotus Drive, Monday through Friday between 7:00 am and 3:30 pm.
Rebuilding Together
Formerly called Christmas in April, Rebuilding Together uses donations and volunteers to make home repairs for low-income families, disabled residents or seniors. Donations from businesses and volunteers are needed.
If you would like to volunteer or make a donation, please call Jeneen Smith-Underwood at (847) 546-2351, ext. 353.
Applications for those in need of repairs will be available in November.
Toys for Tots
Drop off a new, unwrapped toy at the Village Hall for the Toys for Tots program.
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Community Events
Performing Arts Series
If you love theatre, you'll love what the Round Lake Area Park District has in store for the next few months.
The spotlight will shine on several Community Theatre performances for children and families. First is “The Magical Pied Piper,” November 21, 22, at 7:00 pm, and November 23, at 2:00 pm.
Next is the Holiday Showcase, on December 12, at 7:00 pm. The program features the Round Lake Area Community Band performing holiday music, one-act plays and vocal solos.
Check out the Park District brochure for more details and other upcoming shows.
Food pantries
The holidays are a time to share with those less fortunate. Food pantries operated by the townships have the year-round job of helping families in need.
Donations are always needed throughout the year, and especially at this time of year. Contribute nonperishable items to Township
food pantries. Or drop off your donations at the Village Hall.
Breakfast with Santa, December 7
The Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa will
be held on Sunday, December 7, in the Round Lake High School cafeteria. Bring your family and friends for a hearty breakfast and a chance to win raffle prizes. Tickets are available at the door. Proceeds benefit the Chamber’s scholarship fund. Please call Liz Evans at 546-2002 for more information.
Citizenship classes at Library
The Round Lake Area Library is partnering with ChildServ to provide citizenship classes. No registration is necessary; walk-ins are always welcome on any of the following Mondays from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Class Dates: November 4, 11, December 2, 9
Note: You will need to know some English to participate in the class. For more information, please contact Vonya Dupuy, Certified
Immigration Specialist with ChildServ, at (847) 263-2200, ext. 542, Monday through Friday.
Polar Express, December 13
All aboard for the Polar Express! Don’t miss your chance for a magical journey on the Polar Express. The train leaves from the Round Lake Metra station at Round 134 and Cedar Lake Road and travels to
the “North Pole” (also known as Fox Lake). Hear the enchanting holiday story, “Polar Express” and meet Santa. Space is limited. Tickets are available at the Round Lake Area Park District. Polar Express is a joint venture between the Park District and the Round Lake Area Library.
Turkey Feathers Storytime
Storytime with a Thanksgiving theme at the Round Lake Area Library includes music, stories and a craft. Registration required. The program is open to ages three to six years old (with an adult) and is scheduled for Saturday, November 22 at 10:00 am.
Native American Crafts
Preteens and teens will enjoy learning to make Native American bracelets and dream catchers in this craft class. Registration required. The program runs Saturday, November 15, at 2:00 pm
Youth Technology Workshop
It's nearly holiday time and children ages 10 and up can make festive holiday cards in this computer workshop. It is scheduled for Saturday, November 29, at 2:00 pm.
To register for all library programs, please call (847) 546-7060.
Senior lunch program
Hot lunches are served daily at the Round Lake Area Park District Senior Center, 814 Hart Rd. The lunches are prepared daily on site. A $3.00 donation is requested, but no one will be turned away.
Join other seniors for lunch and some lively conversation. Please register two days in advance for the lunch by calling (847) 546-8558, ext. 233.
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