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WELCOME TO FYI WARRENVILLE

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* It's Friday and time for the City's weekly recap to help us stay better connected, informed, and prepared.

Let's begin…

AROUND THE CITY...

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Cerny Park Public Input Meeting August 20

* Exciting improvements are coming to Cerny Park!

* This project received a state grant of $600,000 to complete Phase 1 of the improvements.

* There will be a public input meeting from 6:00-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20 at the park, 4S150 River Road.

* The meeting will include a presentation by Hitchcock Design Group. 

* Any comments you would like to submit on the project can be emailed to timr@warrenvilleparks.org.

* Learn more and see concepts at: Cerny Park

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We're Hiring: Crossing Guard

* This is a part-time, seasonal position involving:

 * Public contact with school children

 * Ensuring their safety while walking to and from school

* Work occurs throughout the community near assigned schools

* Apply at: Crossing Guard  

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IDEC Observation: World Humanitarian Day August 19 

* The City's Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Awareness Commission (IDEC) honors federally recognized heritage and history months throughout the year as part of our commitment to building an inclusive community that values diversity.

* On August 19, we recognize: World Humanitarian Day.

* On August 19, 2003, a bomb attack on the Canal Hotel in Baghdad, Iraq, killed 22 humanitarian aid workers, including the UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, Sergio Vieira de Mello. Five years later, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution designating August 19 as World Humanitarian Day (WHD).

* 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.


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DuPage County Veteran's Resource Fair August 21

* WHAT: Veterans Resource Fair, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 21.

* WHERE: Auditorium, 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton.

* MORE: 70 agencies will provide information about veteran programs and resources. 

* The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office can assist with veteran designation on driver’s licenses and state IDs. 

* For more information, contact Steve Fixler at: (630) 407-5655 or steven.fixler@dupagecounty.gov.


TIMELY TOPICS...

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Save the Date: Art on the Prairie September 21 & 22

* WHAT: Enjoy live music and shop for art as you stroll through this juried art fair featuring photography, wood work, jewelry, ink prints, and much more from Midwest artists.

* WHEN: Saturday, September 21 - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Sunday, September 22 - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

* WHERE: Warrenville Park District Recreation Center Parking Lot, 3S260 Warren Avenue.

* Artist displays for purchase

* Artist demos

* Performing arts (music and dance)

* Children’s entertainment

* Food & beverages by Tom’s Market

* Kool Kat Ice Cream

* See the full schedule at: Art on the Prairie



FROM COUNCIL CHAMBERS...

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* City Council meeting: Monday, August 19.

* Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals meeting: Thursday, August 22.

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

* Find meeting details at: Agenda Center



ONE MORE THING...

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* Thank you for reading. Help us spread the word!

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