E-Newsletter: July 22, 2022

Special Kids Day, City Works!
Sunday, July 31 from noon - 4 p.m.

REGISTER HERE for “Special Kids Day, City Works!”! The event will take place on July 31, 2022 from noon – 4 p.m., located at Elmhurst City Hall (209 N. York St.). This new family event, designed for kids & adults with special needs, is brought to you by the Special Kids Day Organization and the City of Elmhurst.
 
Come explore how the City of Elmhurst works! Learn from our Firefighters, Paramedics, Police Officers, and Public Works Team. Enjoy a quiet space for story time by the Elmhurst History Museum. Elmhurst’s Mayor will take your “vote” to find out some of the City’s favorites!
 
In partnership with Elmhurst’s Special Kids Day organization, the City of Elmhurst aims to create a unique experience for individuals with special needs; a “City Works” tour to learn how cities operate. The environment will be designed for participants to feel comfortable and free to explore different stations. Departments will provide demonstrations, hands on activities, public safety tips, fun giveaways, and an opportunity tailored for individuals with special needs to interact with the city employees and elected officials who provide essential services to the community. 

Registration is filling up, reserve your spot today! Time slots are staggered every 20 minutes for crowd management, however the entire experience is at your leisure!
  
Started in 1990, Special Kids Day began as a holiday event for children with special needs and their families to visit Santa Claus without obstacles. Today, Special Kids Day has evolved into a not-for-profit, 501(c)-(3) organization dedicated to providing celebratory events for children with disabilities and their families in environments designed to accommodate their special needs.
 
Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in this event, should contact Emily Wagner, ADA Compliance Officer, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., City of Elmhurst, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126, or call 630-530-8095 TDD, within a reasonable time before the event. Please provide as much notice as possible for sign language interpreting requests.
City Welcomes New Firefighters!

The City of Elmhurst is pleased to announce that the Elmhurst Fire Department has recently hired three new full-time firefighters: Josh Collier, Tyler Stuphen, and Matthew Brannstrom. 

The new firefighters were officially sworn in as members of the Elmhurst Fire Department on Monday, July 16, 2022 in City Hall Council Chambers. We welcome them to our team!
Public Safety Night Out

Join the City of Elmhurst Police and Fire Departments at Public Safety Night Out! This community event will be held at Berens Park in the East parking lot, on Tuesday, August 2nd from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The free safety-focused event will be fun for the entire family. Come out and meet police officers and fire fighters, see safety demonstrations, participate in interactive activities and games, and explore the police and fire vehicles. There will be music to enjoy, giveaways and more. We hope to see you there!
DO YOU KNOW A POLICE OFFICER?
Let them know that the
Elmhurst Police Department Now Hiring Police Lateral Recruits!

The Elmhurst Police Department is now hiring Lateral Transfer Police Officers. This is an opportunity for certified police officers to come work at a great police department in DuPage County with excellent salary and benefits, plus strong community support. Learn more and apply online at www.applytoserve.com
Ride the Explore Elmhurst Express this Weekend!

The Elmhurst Express trolley makes 6 stops around town making it easy to hop on and off at all your favorite shops and restaurants. Rides are always free and run from noon to midnight on Friday and Saturdays through September 17th! More info...

Elmhurst Fire Department Blood Drive

A blood drive will take place at the Elmhurst Fire Station 2, 601 S. York Street on Saturday, July 23 from 8am-2pm. The blood drive will take place in mobile coach bus.

To sign up to donate blood, please visit Vitalant.org and click on Donate Now. Select option as appropriate and use group code: ORD0031G when searching by group code to select appointment time.To schedule an appointment, please call 877-258-4825 or visit www.vitalant.org.
Craft Beer Tickets on Sale

Tickets are now on sale for the Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest. This event is always one of THE BEST fall afternoons in town and sold out last year. Grab your tickets and see you in September!
Citizen's Police Academy Fall Session
The City of Elmhurst Police Department is excited to announce the return of its Citizen's Police Academy program! The Citizen's Police Academy is a program run by Elmhurst police officers and detectives and provides an excellent opportunity for citizens to become acquainted with how the police department operates on a day-to-day basis.

The Citizen's Police Academy is a twelve-week program held at the Elmhurst police station on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 9:30pm. The program will start August 31st and run through November 16th. At the end of the program, participants will have a better understanding of police procedures, equipment, responsibilities, demands, and the laws governing the actions of police officers.

The Citizen's Police Academy will cover some of the following topics:

  • Laws of arrest
  • Crime scene analysis
  • Interviewing and interrogation
  • Investigations
  • Traffic stops
  • DARE / Youth education
  • Internet investigations
  • K9 unit, and more!

Space is limited to 25 participants and registration is required. You must be 21 years of age and live or work in the City of Elmhurst to participate. For more information and to register, please visit www.Elmhurst.org/citizensacademy .
City of Elmhurst
630-530-3000 
Weekdays: 8:30am - 5pm