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Dear River Forest residents,
The Village is taking a look at our commercial zoning ordinances. Discussions on proposed amendments for already existing commercial zoning districts will continue at the April 11 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting when questions will be addressed. The Village Board unanimously directed the Zoning Board of Appeals to consider the proposed changes. If you’d like to learn more about the changes and the approval process, please visit our FAQ page.
The Age Friendly Advisory Committee recently submitted their final Age-Friendly Community Report to the Board of Trustees. The report summary will be mentioned at the April 8 Board meeting before it is published, and will detail recommendations to further improve quality of life for our senior residents. The report can be found here.
Congratulations to the Dominican University Women’s Softball Team! For the first time in the University’s history, the team is currently ranked in the top 25 of Division III teams by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. The team is currently off to an amazing 15-1 season and we look forward to amazing things from these trailblazing women.
Lastly, Oak Park River Forest High School is hosting their annual Parent University on Wednesday, April 10 from 6-8:30 p.m. This free event is important for all parents and caregivers in Oak Park, River Forest and the surrounding communities because it offers educational workshops that focus on communication with teens and helps nurture a positive student mindset. This year’s theme is “Coming of Age in a Digital World.” To learn more, click here.
Sincerely,
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Cathy Adduci, Village President
Village of River Forest
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The Village extends its condolences to the families of three River Forest residents who recently passed away. We would also like to thank all three women for their service to the community. | |
Sandra Shoults White was a life-long runner who completed her last 10K for charity at the age of 82. Sandra always strived to be of service to individuals and nonprofits who needed her. | |
Lorrie Michael was committed to the Girl Scouts of America, where she served as a district treasurer. Lorrie also co-founded the Kiwanis Club of River Forest & Oak Park. | |
Deborah Frederick served on the Village’s Age-Friendly Advisory Committee for several years. Deborah was also committed to serving the senior residents in the River Forest area. | |
Please view the accompanying video on how to register for the Village’s WaterSmart program. This program will alert you to any leaks or other issues you may not be aware of, and allows you to monitor your water usage. If you haven’t registered already for this convenient and free service available to all community members, click here. | |  |
Do you Need a Building Permit? | As we transition into spring, home improvement season begins! Are you planning renovations or other upgrades to your home? To find out if you need a building permit before starting a project, click here. If you're looking for a licensed contractor and not sure where to start, click here. | | |
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The next Zoning Board of Appeals hearing will take place Thursday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, to continue discussions on potential zoning ordinance amendments, there will be no rezoning proposed. The changes would only apply to the four existing commercial districts in town. View the Village’s Zoning Map here or check your property zone using our online portal. The changes are aimed at simplifying regulations to encourage businesses and developers to come to River Forest and positively impact our community.
Among the potential changes included are adjusting height maximums for buildings, decreasing residential density requirements for lot areas, and reducing parking requirements per residential unit. In no case will the Village allow overnight parking on our streets for any development. All proposed changes are intended to clarify the Village Code while promoting economic development. To learn more about the potential changes, click here.
The Village Board of Trustees and Village President will have final approval on any proposals from developers in our commercial districts, to ensure they are in the best interests of our entire community.
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Leave a bike and take a bike during the 4th Annual River Forest Bike Exchange Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Roosevelt Middle School playground. This event is organized by District 90 Green4Good, in partnership with the River Forest Sustainability Commission. This event encourages residents to bring bikes they have outgrown and to look for one that may suit their current needs! To learn more, click here. | | |
When confronting someone that might be a scammer, it is important to slow down. Despite what scammers may tell you, time is on your side. Scammers prey upon your fear and may try to convince you that the clock is ticking - hoping to force you to make a rash decision. There has been an increase in area phone/email scams, home improvement scams and ruse burglaries. Please see click here for safety tips on how to prevent yourself or a loved one from becoming a victim. | | |
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The Oak Park Community Migrant Resettlement Mission is now hosting Friendship Fridays. Every Friday, residents can drop off donations of either food or goods in the bins located in front of 45 Keystone Avenue, which will then be distributed to local organizations that are assisting migrants in Oak Park and River Forest. Please click here if you would like to make a monetary donation or purchase something from the organization’s Amazon Wishlist. Donation requests currently include peanut butter and jelly, cereal, canned fruits and vegetables, pasta, diapers, flatware, small kitchen appliances and personal hygiene products.
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Historical Society Spring Walk | Save the date! The Historical Society of Oak Park and River Forest will be hosting their annual Spring House Walk, “Tales Our Houses Tell,” from 1 - 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 5. This event will feature interior tours of homes in the southwest corner of River Forest. To learn more or purchase tickets, click here. | | |
Trinity High School
Golf Classic
| SAVE THE DATE! Trinity High School’s annual Golf Classic will be held on Monday, June 17 at the Chicago Highlands Golf Club! Stay tuned to Trinity High School’s Facebook page or website for times, tickets and additional information. | | |
Solar Eclipse Watch Party | |
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Triton College’s Cernan Earth and Space Center is hosting a special solar eclipse watch party on Monday, April 8 from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.! You can view the total eclipse in the Planetarium or purchase eclipse sunglasses to safely watch the partial eclipse live (weather permitting). For more information, click here.
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Styrofoam Recycling Event | |
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Foam products with the #6 symbols are not accepted as part of the Village's single stream recycling program with the Village’s waste hauler, Lakeshore Recycling Systems. To help keep polystyrene (styrofoam) out of our landfills, District 90's Green4Good team has partnered with the Village to host a foam collection event on Saturday, April 20 from 9 a.m. - noon in the West Thatcher Metra Commuter Lot. To learn more about upcoming “Green” events, click here.
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River Forest Business Spotlight! | |
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Dr. Darshana Novick of Novick Orthodontics is an orthodontic practice specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Novick’s practice offers a wide variety of treatment options including traditional metal braces, clear braces, Damon braces, Incognito (lingual braces), and Invisalign. Learn more, or schedule an appointment with Novick Orthodontics here.
Please support local businesses whenever possible! If you have a business located in River Forest with a valid business license, it can be featured in the Village’s business spotlight. If you’d like your business to be featured, please send us an email. You can find a listing of River Forest businesses on the Village’s Shop River Forest website.
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