We hope you find the information in this week's Village Enews useful and informative.
Residential Enews-February 17, 2022
The National Weather Service has announced that a Winter Advisory Warning will remain in effect until 9 PM this evening for the Bloomingdale area. Please be careful of the wind driven snow expected through early evening with a total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches with wind gusts of 35 to 40 mph.
Motorists should plan on slippery road conditions and areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. It will remain very windy, so be prepared for some drifting and difficult driving conditions. Temperatures are forecasted to be around 9 degrees with the wind chill values as low as zero. The blustery conditions will be present until midnight when wind gusts are expected to drop 5 to 10 mph with new snow accumulation of less than one inch.
Please use caution when driving and be sure to check on elderly neighbors. Public Works crews are out clearing and salting roadways but motorists are asked to slow down and use caution.
Please contact the Village using the following link: http://www.villageofbloomingdale.org/.../ReportRequestQue... or contacting the non-emergency Police number at 630-529-9868 with any concerns.
Looking for a Summer Job?
The Village of Bloomingdale is accepting applications for seasonal employment only in the Public Works Maintenance and Utilities Divisions.
The type of work involves physical labor. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and must have a valid Illinois driver’s license. The starting rate of pay is $15 per hr. for workers age 18+, and $13 per hr. for workers age 16-17 years old.
Find applications online at villageofbloomingdale.org under Employment Opportunities. The Village of Bloomingdale is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Snow & Ice Control of Roads
There are numerous agencies working together to keep Bloomingdale roads maintained and safe. To report a problem or pothole to the appropriate agency, see the list below:
For Lake Street (US20) call the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Communications Center. This is a 24 hour a day number 847-705-4612. The Illinois Department of Transportation offers weather/road condition information on their website at www.idot.il.gov.
For any of the roads listed below, please contact the DuPage County Division of Transportation (DDOT). They are open Monday through Friday, 6 am to 2:30 pm at 630-407-6920 or click here to email.. For after hour emergencies contact the DuPage county Sheriff's Department dispatch center at 630-407-2400 to reach the Highway Maintenance Supervisor on-call. DuPage County is in charge of the following roads:
- Army Trail Road
- Bloomingdale Road
- Gary Avenue
- Glen Ellyn Road (South of Army Trail Road)
- Medinah Road (North and South of Lake Street)
- Schick Road (West of Gary Avenue)
- Schmale Road
For Village Streets call 630-671-5800 or for after hour emergencies call 630-529-9868.
Village of Bloomingdale Police
Department - Non-Emergency (630) 529-9868
Information Tollway Roadway Information Line
800-865-5394 or 800-TOLLFYI
Be Friend to a Fire Hydrant During Winter
In an emergency, every second counts. The Bloomingdale Fire Protection District would like to remind you that you can help firefighters help you.
Fire hydrants that are blocked, concealed, or difficult to access due to snow or ice and impede emergency fire response. Since fire trucks carry a limited amount of water, one of the first tasks upon arriving at a fire is to locate a water supply from the nearest hydrant.
"Adopt" a hydrant and make it part of your shoveling and snow clearing routine. It will only take a few extra minutes and is a quick and easy way to help us to help you and your neighbors. Keeping them clear can mean easier access to water and more time doing what really matters - fighting the fire.
Resources & Happenings
During the month of February, donations of Move in Essentials will be accepted at the Bloomingdale Village Hall, Library, Fire Department and Park District (Museum) facilities. Donated items will be provided to Veterans who are exiting homelessness.
The Bloomingdale VFW Post 7539 will deliver the supplies to Military Outreach USA for distribution to the veterans in need.
There are several local scholarship opportunities available for Bloomingdale college-bound students.
DuPage County Community Services will accept applications for the annual Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) now through May 31, 2022, or until funds are depleted. Eligible families are encouraged to take advantage of the program.
For more information visit the Bloomingdale Township website- or DuPage County residents may call (630) 407-6500, (800) 942-9412 (toll-free
The Coupon Corner is available all month long at www.BloomingdaleChamber.com. You can access the coupons any time and not wait for a new email.
Now Accepting New Vendors, Farmers and Makers
The Bloomingdale Maker's Market is currently accepting new vendors and makers for the 2022 season.
The Village of Bloomingdale is currently seeking applicants:
Reporting a Coyote Sighting
In order for the experts at Scientific Wildlife Management to better understand our coyote population and patterns, we ask that coyote sightings be reported online through the Village of Bloomingdale website. Please go to the village website "Public Safety", then select "Report A Coyote Sighting".
CHARACTER COUNTS! Award Nominations
If you know an individual who lives, works or attends school in Bloomingdale who displays one or more of the Six Pillars of Character, you are encouraged to nominate them for this award by completing and submitting a nomination form. Nomination forms can be found on the Bloomingdale CHARACTER COUNTS! website. The deadline for nominations is April 30, 2022.
Any questions regarding service, new cart delivery and/or size delivered should be directed to S.B.C. Waste Solutions at 312-522-1115, email at residential@sbcwastesolutions.com or through their
online customer service form.
Bloomingdale account holders who are age 65 and older can apply for a Senior Discount through SBC’s secure online portal @ https://www.sbcwastesolutions.com/senior-discount/, or by mailing a copy of your driver's license, & verification of your occupancy, such as a water bill or property tax bill to: Bloomingdale Senior Discount, 2401 Gardner Road, Broadview Il, 60155.
CHARACTER COUNTS! Thought for the Day
"When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it."
~ Henry Ford
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