E-Newsletter: July 23, 2021
Citizen's Police Academy Fall Session

If you are interested in learning more about the Police Department, join us for the upcoming fall session of the Elmhurst Citizen’s Police Academy! This 12-week program runs on consecutive Wednesday evenings starting September 1, and will include presentations on Arrest, Search & Seizure laws, Investigations and Crime Analysis, Evidence and Crime Scene Processing, Crisis Negotiation, and Traffic Stops.
DuPage County: COVID-19 Cases are on the Rise

The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) is reporting a 75 percent increase in COVID-19 cases and a 44 percent increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations over the past week among DuPage County residents. Currently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is projecting that the Delta variant comprises over 83 percent of new COVID-19 cases across the country and creates a higher level of risk for unvaccinated people. In DuPage County, a notable increase in Delta variant cases has also been identified. Thus, DCHD urges unvaccinated residents 12 years and older to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible. Learn more.
Blood Drive - July 24

Elmhurst Fire Department Blood Drive
Saturday, July 24, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Fire Station 2 - 601 S. York St.

To schedule an appointment please call Vitalant at 877.258.4825 or visit Vitalant.org and use group code: 031G.

Give a Pint, Get a Pint - Presenting donors will receive a coupon for a free pint of Culver’s frozen custard. View Flyer.
Electronic Recycling Event - July 24

The city is hosting an electronic recycling event at the Public Works Facility (985 S. Riverside Drive) in cooperation with DuPage County on July 24, from 8 a.m. - noon. See the website for a list of acceptable items.
Neighborhood Roll Call Meetings

We had a great turnout this week at our Neighborhood Roll Call Meetings. Occurring on neighborhood corners, officers run through their roll call briefings as they change shifts. Residents are invited to listen in and get up to speed on recent issues, as well as ask any questions they might have. The program has been very well-received by Elmhurst residents, building greater partnerships between the police and the community. Follow the Police Department on Facebook to learn when a meeting will be held in your area.
Stay Cool - Stay Hydrated - Stay Informed
Temperatures are expected to be in the 90s in the next several days, here are some tips to stay safe in the heat.
  • Never leave people or pets in a closed car on a warm day.
  • Take cool showers or baths.
  • Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
  • If you’re outside, find shade. Wear a hat wide enough to protect your face. 
  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Avoid high-energy activities or work outdoors, during midday heat, if possible.
  • Check on family members, seniors and neighbors.
Block to Block Party

Wednesday Evenings, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., there will be awesome outdoor music for the whole family to enjoy in both the North York Plaza and 120 East Park Avenue (the green space behind the Elmhurst History Museum). More info.

JULY 28 LINEUP -----
North York Stage - Blue Aura
Elmhurst History Museum Stage - The Snyder Bros Band
Sign up for Elmhurst Connect! Elmhurst Connect is an online and mobile reporting system for the City of Elmhurst. The community can use this service to easily identify issues and report them directly to the City of Elmhurst. There are a wide variety of report types available through this system. As always, if the issue you are reporting is a public safety emergency, please call 9-1-1 or for other issues that require immediate attention please call the City’s 24/7 phone line, 630-530-3050.

To download the Elmhurst Connect mobile app, search for “Elmhurst Connect” in your app store. 


If you are using a computer and would like to report something without downloading the app select this link: elmhurstil.citysourced.com. The system is also available on the City’s website, elmhurst.org/servicerequest. 
City of Elmhurst
630-530-3000 
Weekdays: 8:30am - 5pm