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* TGIF and welcome to the City's weekly recap to help us stay better connected, informed, and prepared for the week ahead.

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AROUND THE CITY...

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Retirement Reception Honors Ron Mentzer

* When: Monday, May 15, from 6:00-7:00 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers, 28W701 Stafford Place.

* Purpose: To celebrate Ron's distinguished career. He retires after serving the community for nearly 30 years.

* Learn more at: warrenville.il.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1154

Support Cop on a Rooftop

* When: Friday, May 19, 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

* Where: The City's two Dunkin' locations, 3601 Winfield Road and 2S721 State Route 59.

* Why: To raise money for Special Olympics IL athletes.

* Check it out at: warrenville.il.us/760/Police-Events

Document Shredding and Electronics Recycling

* When: Saturday, from May 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

* Where: Bower Elementary School parking lot, 4S241 River Road.

* Get drop-off instructions and vouchers at: warrenville.il.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1132

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IDEC Celebrations in May

* In May, we recognize:

Haitian Heritage
Jewish-American Heritage
National Asian-American Heritage
South Pacific Islander Heritage
Cinco de Mayo - May 5

* The City's Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Awareness Commission (IDEC) welcomes feedback, ideas, and suggestions to further the mission of inclusivity and respect for all in Warrenville. Submit comments to: idec@warrenville.il.us.

THINGS TO KNOW...

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Traffic Safety Initiative May 9

* What: Warrenville Police Department will join this annual multi-agency traffic safety event.

* When: 7:00-9:00 a.m. Friday, May 9.

* Where: Along the Route 59 corridor between Will and Cook counties.

* Why: To encourage safe driving, focusing on dangerous habits such as distracted driving, speeding, not wearing seat belts, and red light violations.

TIMELY TOPICS...

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City Resumes Battery Recycling Service

* Drop off batteries at City Hall, in the box located on the first floor, Manning Avenue entrance.

* Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

* Review battery recycling guidelines at: Battery Recycling

FROM COUNCIL CHAMBERS...

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* Community Development Committee of the Whole meeting: Monday, May 8.

* Retirement Reception for Community and Economic Development Director Ron Mentzer: Monday, May 15, from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

* City Council meeting: Monday, May 15.

* Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals meeting: Thursday, May 18.

* Most meetings held at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 28W701 Stafford Place.

* Find meeting details at: Agenda Center

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