Located at 2575 W. Golf Road in the Hoffman Village shop-ping center (southeast corner of Barrington and Golf roads), the upscale grocery store occupies a space left vacant when Dominick’s closed in January 2012. Mariano’s is open seven days a week, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Mariano’s markets itself as having quality food with com-petitive prices. The emphasis of the brand new store will be on fresh offerings in produce, meat, seafood, bakery and deli, with prepared foods available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The full-service shopping experience will include natural and organic products, and a wide selection of wine

and spirits. The sushi bar and Italian-themed café, featuring espresso, gelato and paninis, will be sure to elevate the shop-ping experience to a new level.

The store has also provided jobs for over 400 local people. Additional businesses – including a Hallmark store and a res-taurant – are also planning to move into the shopping center.

For more information about new businesses and commercial development in Hoffman Estates, call Director of Economic Development Gary Skoog at 847-781-2662.

In this issue p3 p6Growing to Greenness! . . . . .2

Historian’s notebook . . . . . . .2

New restaurants coming . . . .2

German “Platzkonzert”festival offers brats, beer . . .3

A message fromMayor McLeod . . . . . . . . . . .3

Community briefs . . . . . . . . .4

Health and HumanServices news . . . . . . . . . . .5

Clerk’s corner . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Grill safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Branch pickupresumes Sept. 24 . . . . . . . . .6

September calendar . . . . . . .7

September 2012 News from the Village of Hoffman Estates

Mariano’s Fresh Mariano’s Fresh Market Market now opennow open

Mariano’s Fresh Market, a full-service supermarket specializing in fresh and pre-pared foods at affordable prices, offi cially opened in the Village of Hoffman Estates on Tuesday, Aug. 28.

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The CITIZEN is published monthly by the Village of Hoffman Estates as a public information service for residents and businesses.Previous editions are available online at www.hoffmanestates.org/citizen. This publication may not be reprinted or reproduced asa whole or in part without written permission from the Hoffman Estates Village Manager. © 2012. All rights reserved.

Editor: Doug SchultzTelephone: 847-781-2609doug.schultz@hoffmanestates.org

Growing to Growing to Greenness!Greenness!

The Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (formerly known as the Northwest Tollway) is 54 years old. For the early residents of Hoffman Estates, the opening of the Tollway on Aug. 20, 1958, was a reason to cheer. The Tollway would make the trip to and from the city so much faster than taking Higgins or Golf roads.

The construction of the Toll-way was a boon to developers in the area. Not only was F&S Construction building homes in the new Hoffman Estates development, but other neighboring towns, such as Rolling Meadows and Elk Grove Village, were also being built.

The area’s farmland would soon change forever; however, a way of life was coming to an end. From the cornfi elds would fi rst spring homes, then commercial development that would provide jobs and a tax base for the new communities.

The Werner farm was one of many in Schaumburg Town-ship that was torn down. It was located at Mundhank Road, just south of Higgins Road. It had 12 buildings, including a beautiful home. The Bierman farm was on the east side of Barrington Road, just north of HigginsRoad. If you get on the Tollway at Barrington Road heading to the city, you’ll drive right through their old farmstead. It had nine buildings, including a barn, henhouse, tool shed and farmhouse. They all met the bulldozer as progress on the Tollway moved forward. Other farms included the Williams, Stynaski,Krumfass and Plote farms.

A book titled, “The Illinois Department of Transpor-tation, Illinois Farmland Acquisitions for Schaumburg Township,” is located in the reference area of the Scha-umburg Township District Library. It has photos, plats, appraisals and miscellaneous

documents for those farms purchased for the Tollway development. It also has in-formation about the process that took place. Unfortu-nately, it includes nothing about the sorrow of giving up a farm that may have been in the family for generations.

The farm equipment had to be sold, as well as the live-stock and various items that a farmer might need. Many of the farmers held auctions. It wasn’t easy to say good bye. Knowing that your home was going to be destroyed made the farm families real-ize that it was truly coming to an end.

Many of the farmers moved farther west. Some continued farming, while othersmoved to a city life in Elgin,Palatine, Dundee or Roselle.

E-mail Pat Barch ateagle2064@comcast.net.

Air Pollution Action Daysand Illinois EnviroFlash

Air quality affects how we live and breathe. Like the weather, it can change from day to day. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a color-coded system that classifi es air quality from “Good” to “Hazardous.” Air Pollution Action Day alerts are is-sued when air quality levels over a large area are expected to reach the category “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” – orange on the AQI – for multiple days.

Illinois EnviroFlash is an online tool that sends air quality forecasts and Air Pollution Action Day alerts directly to a subscriber’s e-mail inbox. The program is a partnership between the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. EPA. You can sign up for e-mail noti-fi cations at illinois.envirofl ash.info.

Each resident can take small steps to participate in improving our Village’s air quality. Examples include driv-ing less and biking more, using low volatile organic compounds (VOC) cleaning products and paints, and mowing the lawn in the evening. Find more tips and information at www.cleanaircounts.org/households.

You can learn more about how Hoffman Estates is “Growing to Greenness” at www.hoffmanestates.org/green.

This content has been provided by Hoffman Estates environ-mental partners Clean Air Counts and Partners for Clean Air.

New restaurants coming to Hoffman EstatesConstruction is progressing on two new restaurants in the Poplar Creek at 59/90 Entertainment District in western Hoffman Estates.

The fi rst is the Stone Eagle Tavern, located in front of Sports Authority on Hoffman Boulevard. The menu will feature a variety of food, from wood-fi red pizzas to fi ne steaks, as well as an outdoor eating area/fi re pit and bocce court.

A second new restaurant, The Saddle Room, is being built between Cabela’s and the Sears Centre Arena, and will have an upscale menu with an extensive wine list. The building is expected to be an architectural showpiece with extensive outdoor patios and decks, including several fi replaces, overlooking the main natural area of Prairie Stone.

Be on the lookout for grand openings announcement for both places in the near future – and remember to keep dining locally!

Historian’snotebook By Pat Barch, Hoffman Estates Village Historian

Code EnforcementDirector Don Plassstands in front of

The Saddle Room,which is currently

under construction

A message from Mayor McLeodWith the kids back in school and schedules fi lling up, September can be the start of a very busy time for many families in Hoffman Estates. I wanted to let you know about a few excellent events this month that are worth add-ing to your calendar.

On Saturday, Sept. 8, our Arts Commission will host their fi nal outdoor event of the season at the Virginia Mary Hay-ter Village Green – the annual Platzkonzert Germanfest. Over the past few years, Platzkonzert has become a family favorite in the Village. It features a variety of food, includ-ing brats, sauerkraut and German beer, German music and dancers, and plenty of fun activities for all ages throughout the day. The event begins at 11 a.m., and ends at 3 p.m.

As always, the Village will honor the victims of theSept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with our Ceremony of Remembrance. The observance will take place at the Vil-lage Hall starting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11, and will feature guest speakers, music and light refreshments.

Later in September, we will host a Community Respite Night for families who have children with special needs. Taking place on Friday, Sept. 28, from 5:30 p.m. to8:30 p.m. at the Village Hall, the goal of the evening is to provide fun, supervised activities for special needs chil-dren and their siblings, while parents take the evening off. Organized by our Commission for Disabled Citizens, our recurring Community Respite Nights are a wonderful way to both help families and bring joy to others.

Our Village has been fortunate to have a strong core of volunteers who generously donate their time to organize fantastic events throughout the year. If you are interested in volunteering to serve on one of our boards and commis-sions, contact Sue Lessen at 847-781-2606, or by e-mail at suzanne.lessen@hoffmanestates.org. A complete list of volunteer boards and commissions can be found online at www.hoffmanestates.org.

As always, I welcome your feedback and concerns. Please don’t hesitate to contact me directly at 847-781-2604, or by e-mail at bill.mcleod@hoffmanestates.org.

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German “Platzkonzert” festival offers brats, beerThe Hoffman Estates Arts Commission is proud to bring back its Oktoberfest-themed open-air event, Platzkonzert Germanfest, on Saturday, Sept. 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free celebration of all things German will take place at the Virginia Mary Hayter Village Green located at 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway off Route 72 in the Prairie Stone Business Park, just across the street from the Sears Centre Arena.

The Johnny Wagner Band will provide authentic German music, while the D’Waldstadttänzer dancers entertain the crowd. The Tenors 3 will also be singing. Many other surprises are in store, including a climbing wall (courtesy of the Hoffman Estates Park District), a stein-carrying contest and activities for the kids.

Like last year, German beer and wine will be available for purchase. What better way to compliment authentic bratwurst, sauerkraut and German potato salad?

For directions and details, visit www.hoffmanestatesarts.com, or call 847-781-2606. Wir hoffen, Sie dort zu sehen!

A local girl repels on thePark District’s climbing wall

The Tenors 3 singing group poses with the Arts Commission

Residents participate in the stein-carrying contestResidents participate in the stein-carrying contest

Community briefsFood tasting festival in October

The Sister Cities Commission will host the fi rst-ever Hoffman Estates International Food Tasting Festival on Tuesday, Oct. 30,from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre. Over 20 restaurants from the area will be serving their international cuisine. For more information, call 847-781-2664. Look for more details in the next issue of the Citizen!

Welcome new businesses!

Brown’s Chicken & Pasta1059 W. Golf RoadRestaurant

Caribou Coffee1485 Palatine RoadCoffee kiosk inside Jewel

Balance Chiropractic & Wellness LLC2500 W. Higgins Road, #420Chiropractic offi ce

Computer animation class for kids

The Youth Commission is offering two free “Project Alice” computer animation training classes for children of residents ages seven to 12 (beginner level). Both sessions will take place on Saturday, Sept. 29. The fi rst ses-sion will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and the second will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Classes are held at the Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Road. To reserve a spot, call 847-781-2606, and indicate the class time your child is in-terested in. A parent or guardian is required throughout the duration of the class.

Save the date!

AARP driver safety classes will be held:

Tuesday, Sept. 4, and Thursday, Sept. 6(must attend both days)9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Police Department Training Room$12 for AARP members; $14 for nonmembers

To register, call 847-985-8827.

Community Respite Night

The Commission for Disabled Citizens, in cooperation with Schaumburg Township Disability Services and Rep. Fred Crespo, will sponsor a family respite night at the Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Road, on Friday, Sept. 28, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event is for residents of Hoffman Estates and Schaumburg Township. Participants should be over four years old, and will enjoy games, crafts, a light snack and cartoons. Registra-tion for this event is required, and can be made by calling 847-781-2606. This event is funded in part by a donation from Comcast.

Recreational equipment parking regulations

As residents begin to store their boats, camp-ers and trailers, it is important to know that there are several regulations that need to be followed for recreational equipment storage. The three main rules to remember are:

• Recreational equipment stored in a front or side yard adjacent to a street must be parked on a permitted driveway surface (concrete or asphalt)

• Recreational equipment stored in a side or back yard must be parked on crushed stone, gravel, brick pavers or on a permitted driveway surface (concrete or asphalt)

• At no time can any recreational vehicle be parked on the grass.

If you have any questions on recreational equipment storage regulations, call the Code Enforcement Division at 847-781-2631.

Labor Day garbage collection schedule

Residents are reminded that garbage, recycling and yard waste collection will be delayed one day for the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 3. Residents living north of the Tollway will have collection on Tuesday, Sept. 4, and residents south of the Tollway will have collection on Thursday, Sept. 6.

Garbage and recycling toter storage

Residents who use garbage and recycling toters for the disposal of household garbage and recycling are reminded that regulations state that toters can only be placed inside a garage or structure, or in side yards behind the principal building line. Please remove toters from the curbside no later than 10 p.m. on the day of your collection, and please do not leave toters on the driveway. For more information, contact the Code Enforcement Division at 847-781-2631.

Chicago Soul FC to host launch party

The newest Major Indoor Soccer league (MISL) franchise, the Chicago Soul FC, is hosting an offi cial launch party for the Hoffman Estates community on Sunday, Sept. 23, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Grand Sports Arena, 2350 Hassell Road. The free event will feature coach, player and dance team introductions, autographs, pictures, and activities for the kids. Food and refresh-ments will also be provided. The Soul’s inau-gural season home opener will be on Friday, Dec. 7, at the Sears Centre Arena. For more information, visit www.chicagosoulfc.com.

Hoffman Estates Citizen • September 2012

Questions to Code

Q: Do dogs have to be on a leash?

A: The Village’s Municipal Code states that animals need to be under proper control. That is, when animals are not on their owner’s property, they must be on a leash no longer than six feet in length, and under the control of a responsible person.

Send your code questions to Bill Chlebikby phone at 847-781-2646, or by e-mail atwilliam.chlebik@hoffmanestates.org.

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“Take Charge of Your Health” returns

Health and Human Services will be offering a free workshop for older adults this fall. The purpose of the class is to help those with chronic health condi-tions learn self-management skills. The sessions will be held on Thursday after-noons from Oct. 4 to Nov. 15 from1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. To reserve your space, call 847-781-4850.

Freedom from smoking

Do something wonderful for yourself and your loved ones – quit smoking! The Village and St. Alexius Medical Center have joined forces to provide affordable smoking cessation classes. Classes begin on Wednesday, Sept. 19. The cost is $50 per family (family members are encour-aged to quit together), and all materials are included in the price. To register, call St. Alexius at 866-253-9426. If you have any questions, call Health and Human Services at 847-781-4850.

Protecting yourself from the fl u

Flu season is back. This year, new strains of the virus are expected to be circulat-ing. The new vaccine will offer protec-tion against these strains. Health and Human Services will begin providing vaccines for everyone six months and older during the month of October. A Children’s Flu Clinic is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 1, from 3:30 p.m. to6 p.m. Reservations for the Adult Flu Clinic will begin in early October. For information about upcoming fl u clinics, call the fl u hotline at 847-252-5441.

Hoffman Estates Citizen • September 2012

Healthy body, healthy mind ...news from Health and Human Services

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By Bev RomanoffHoffman Estates Village Clerk

Clerk’s cornerThe last day to register to vote for theNov. 6, 2012, presidential election isTuesday, Oct. 9. If you are a U.S. citizen,will be 18 years of age by election day and have lived in your precinct for at least 30 days, you are eligible to register to vote. Bring two forms of identifi cation – one with your cur-rent address on it – to the Clerk’s offi ce, and we will process your application.

Contact the Clerk’s offi ce at 847-781-2625, or e-mail bev.romanoff@hoffmanestates.org.

Adult and older adult services

Health and Human Services provides an array of affordable health screenings, preventative tests and vaccinations. Blood pressure testing and pulse checks are available at no cost. Diabetes and hemoglobin testing are available for $3 per test. For best results, do not eat at least four hours before the diabetes test. Complete lipid profi le testing, Cholestech, is available by appointment only (not performed during the regular adult health clinics), and costs $22. The test measures total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides and glucose levels, and requires a small drop of blood that is obtained through a fi nger stick. Results are immediate, and include consultation with a registered nurse. For more infor-mation or to schedule an appointment, call 847-781-4850.

• Schaumburg Barn231 Civic Drive, SchaumburgDates: Sept. 5 & 19 and Oct. 3 & 17Time: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

• Village Hall (main entrance)1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman EstatesDates: Sept. 12 and Oct. 10Time: noon to 1 p.m.

• Triphahn Center & Ice Arena1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman EstatesDate: Sept. 17 and Oct. 15Time: 11 a.m. to noon

• Schaumburg Township1 Illinois Blvd., Hoffman EstatesDate: Sept. 20 and Oct. 18Time: noon to 1 p.m.

Child and youth services

Health and Human Services offers two monthly child immunization clinics. The cost is $8 per shot for residents of the Village of Hoffman Estates and Village of Schaumburg, and $10 for all other communities (cash, check or AllKids only please!). The clinics are intended for children who are underin-sured (health insurance does not cover immunizations) or do not have health insurance. Shot records are required for children to receive an immuniza-tion. To schedule an appointment, call 847-781-4850.

• Children’s Clinic(ages two months to 18 years)All communities welcomeVillage Hall (main entrance)1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman EstatesDates: Sept. 10 and Oct. 1Time: 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

• Hoffman Baby Clinic(ages two months to kindergarten)Hoffman Estates residents onlyVillage Hall (main entrance)1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman EstatesDates: Sept. 11 and Oct. 9Time: Appointments are required

Clinic schedules are available online by visiting www.hoffmanestates.org/clinics.

Counseling services

Health and Human Services offers professional and affordable counseling services to residents. Call 847-781-4850 for information.

Hoffman Estates’ free curbside tree branch pickup program will begin Monday, Sept. 24.This program is for residents covered by the Village refuse collection contract. Routes and dates have been established for various sec-tions of the community.

Only one collection pass will be made for each street. Please do not ask for exceptions.

If branches are too large, are mixed with unacceptable materials or have not been pre-pared properly, they will not be picked up.

Public Works crews WILL accept:

• Tree branches no larger than 8 inches indiameter or 10 feet in length

• Shrub trimmings and similar brush

• Branches from willow trees if separated from other materials

Public Works crews will NOT accept:

• Tree trunks, stumps or root balls

• Firewood

• Railroad ties or landscape timbers

• Grass clippings, leaves, sod, plants or yard waste

On the fi rst date of pickup listed for your area, neatly stack branches at curbside by 7 a.m. Face the cut ends toward the street. Please do not tie branches in bundles or place in any container. Do not allow branches to protrude into the street or block sidewalks.

While supplies last, free woodchips will be available to residents at the Village’s vehicle maintenance facility, 2405 Pembroke Ave., during daylight hours after 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, and during daylight hours on weekends. Please bring your own containers.

If you have any questions or want to fi nd out about free large truckload deliveries of wood chips, please contact the Public Works Department at 847-490-6800.

Branch pickupresumes Sept. 24

A. Beginning Sept. 24: All streets north of the Tollway (I-90). All streets west of Route 59.

B. Beginning Oct. 1: All streets within the boundaries north of Golf Road, south of the Tollway, east of Barrington Road and west of Roselle Road.

C. Beginning Oct. 8: All streets within the boundaries north of Schaumburg Road, south of Golf Road, east of Barrington Road and west of Roselle Road.

D. Beginning Oct. 15: All streets within the boundaries north of Schaumburg Road, south of Golf Road, east of Roselle Road and west of Plum Grove Road.

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Fire Department reminds residents to grill safelyThis summer, there were two sepa-rate fi res in Hoffman Estates caused by improper disposal of hot charcoal from barbecue grills. These fi res have caused tens of thousands of dollars in damage. In both cases, the fi res were preventable.

The Hoffman Estates Fire Depart-ment would like to remind you that barbecue grills should be properly inspected and cleaned prior to use. In 2011, gas and charcoal grills caused 3,400 structure fi res and 4,900 outdoor fi res.

The Hoffman Estates Fire Prevention Bureau provides the following sug-gestions for grilling safety:

• Be sure to properly dispose of hot coals by placing them in a metal container

• Before using the grill, check the con-nection between the propane tank and fuel line

• Do not wear loose clothing near the grill

• Never grill indoors – carbon monoxide could be produced

• Never use gasoline to start charcoal grills

• Make sure to use lighter fl uid safely and prudently

• Comply with any apartment or con-dominium complex rules for grills on balconies

• Keep children and pets away from grill-ing area

For any other grilling questions, contact the Fire Department at 847-843-4825.

Firefi ghters grill at last year’s Platzkonzert eventFirefi ghters grill at last year’s Platzkonzert event

Event and meeting dates subject to change.For up-to-date information, visit www.hoffmanestates.org/calendar.

Saturday, Sept. 1• VH CLOSED• Fire and Police Commission, 8 a.m. at PD*Sunday, Sept. 2• Veteran’s Flag 30: Edward Green, Army, KoreaMonday, Sept. 3• LABOR DAY, VH CLOSEDTuesday, Sept. 4• Celtic Fest Commission, 5 p.m. at VH• Cultural Awareness Commission, 7:15 p.m. at VHWednesday, Sept. 5• Emergency Management Agency (EMA), 6:30 p.m. at PD• Utility Commission, 6:30 p.m. at PD• Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m. at VHSaturday, Sept. 8• Platzkonzert Germanfest, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Village Green*Sunday, Sept. 9• Veteran’s Flag 31: Joseph J. Harmacek, Navy, WWIMonday, Sept. 10• Children’s Clinic, 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at VH• Green Initiatives Commission, 6 p.m. at VH• Standing Committee Meetings, 7 p.m. at VH• Village Board Meeting, immediately following

Standing Committee Meetings at VHTuesday, Sept. 11• Hoffman Baby Clinic, 10 a.m. to noon at VH• Sept. 11 Ceremony of Remembrance, 5 p.m. at VH• Commission for Senior Citizens, 5:30 p.m. at VH• Historical Sites Commission, 5:30 p.m. at Sunderlage FarmWednesday, Sept. 12• Community Health Clinic, noon to 1 p.m. at VH• Museum Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Sunderlage Farm• Police Explorers, 6:45 p.m. at PDThursday, Sept. 13• Fourth of July Commission, 7:30 p.m. at VH*Sunday, Sept. 16• Veteran’s Flag 32: George Bailey, Army, Spanish-American WarTuesday, Sept. 18• Heartsaver AED CPR Class (Adult and Child Only),

6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Fire Station 22Wednesday, Sept. 19• Arts Commission, 7 p.m. at VH• Peer Jury, 7 p.m. at PD• Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m. at VHThursday, Sept. 20• Commission for Disabled Citizens, 6 p.m. at VH• Youth Commission, 6:30 p.m. at VH*Sunday, Sept. 23• Veteran’s Flag 33: Sam A. Gurrieri, Army, WWII• Chicago Soul FC Launch Party, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

at Grand Sports ArenaMonday, Sept. 24• Branch pickup resumes• Standing Committee Meetings, 7 p.m. at VH

• Village Board Meeting, immediately followingStanding Committee Meetings at VH

Tuesday, Sept. 25• Sister Cities Commission, 7 p.m. at VHWednesday, Sept. 26• Celebrations Commission, 5:30 p.m. at VH• Police Explorers, 6:45 p.m. at PD• Environmental Commission, 7 p.m. at PWCThursday, Sept. 27• Liquor Server Training, 7 p.m. at PDFriday, Sept. 28• Community Respite Night, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at VHSaturday, Sept. 29• Computer Animation Class for Kids, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at VH*Sunday, Sept. 30• Veteran’s Flag 34: Arvo A. Mattson, Army, WWII

Village Board Meetings are held on the fi rst and third Mon-day of each month at 7 p.m. in the VH Council Chambers, unless otherwise noted.

The General Administration and Personnel; Planning, Building and Zoning; and Transportation and Road Improvement Committees meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the VH Council Cham-bers, unless otherwise noted.

The Finance; Public Health and Safety; and Public Works and Utilities Committees meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the VH Council Cham-bers, unless otherwise noted.

VH: Village Hall, 1900 Hassell RoadPD: Police Department, 411 W. Higgins RoadPWC: Public Works Center, 2305 Pembroke Ave.

Saturday, Sept. 22• American Predator Fighting Championship Presents

MMA Unleashed, 7 p.m.Saturday, Nov. 3, and Sunday, Nov. 4• Cheeribean: 2012 Cheer and Poms Competition, various timesFriday, Nov. 9• Alan Jackson, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, Nov. 10• Mythbusters: Behind the Myths Tour, 7:30 p.m.Friday, Nov. 30, through, Sunday, Dec. 2• IRCA State 2012 Cheer and Poms Championship, various times

For more information on upcoming events, visit www.searscentre.com.

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Important phone numbersMain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .847-882-9100

Police and Fire . . . . . . . . . .9-1-1

Police Administration . . . .847-781-2800

Fire Administration . . . . . .847-843-4825

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Village offi cialsMayorWilliam D. McLeod

TrusteesKaren V. MillsRaymond M. KincaidJacquelyn GreenAnna NewellGary J. PilafasGary G. Stanton

Village ClerkBev Romanoff

Village ManagerJames H. Norris

Municipal facilitiesVillage Hall1900 Hassell RoadHours:Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.Saturday, 9 a.m. – noon

Police Department411 W. Higgins Road

Fire Administration1900 Hassell Road

Fire Station 21 — Carl W. Selke225 Flagstaff Lane

Fire Station 22 — Michael J. O’Malley1700 Moon Lake Blvd.

Fire Station 23 — Richard G. Cordova1300 Westbury Drive

Fire Station 24 — Jerome Danowski5775 Beacon Pointe Drive

Susan H. Kenley-RupnowPublic Works Center2305 Pembroke Ave.

Hoffman Estates Citizen • September 2012

Drivers are reminded that the use of cell phones is restricted in school and construc-tion zones.

For drivers traveling on area roadways, it is a common occurrence: you observe another driver in violation of the Illinois law that prohibits drivers from talking on cell phones in school and construction zones. In an effort to continue to educate area drivers, the Hoffman Estates Police Department is issuing a reminder about this prohibition, which has been in effect since Jan. 1, 2010. It all comes down to safety, and this law is meant to protect drivers, children and con-struction workers from tragic accidents.

When driving in a school or construction zone in Illinois, a driver should devote their full attention to the task of driving, not talking on a cell phone. The law does, how-

ever, provide three exceptions. A driver is permitted to talk on a cell phone in a school or construction zone if:

• The driver is calling 9-1-1 to report an emer-gency situation

• The driver has the cell phone on speaker phone or is using a Bluetooth device, and is not holding the phone

• The driver is a law enforcement offi cer, an emergency vehicle operator, or a construction or maintenance worker, and is using the phone in the course of performing his or her duties

Remember: texting or e-mailing while driv-ing is illegal on any roadway in Illinois.

The Police Department will be conduct-ing enforcement at area schools. To report any violations of this law, call 9-1-1 for an offi cer to respond.

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