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NEWSLETTER WINTER 2015

Chief of Police James Ritz

Dear Residents,

What’s Inside Safe Driving page 2 Berwyn Police Open Registration for Citizens Police Academy Class of 2016 Create a Password to Keep Your Child Safe pages 3 Operation Safe Holidays pages 4 Avoiding Phone Scams page 5 Upcoming Events page 6 Minimum Heating Standards in the City of Berwyn City of Berwyn Grass Cutting, Leaf and Snow Removal REMINDER: Electronics Recycling Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving page 7 City of Berwyn 2015-2016 Snow Routes page 8

On behalf of the entire City of Berwyn, I would like to wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season. As you take time to celebrate with friends and family, I encourage everyone to also check on your neighbors, especially the elderly, during these cold winter months to ensure that they are staying warm. On the bottom of this page, you will find a list of the warming centers available in the city in the event that you or someone you know is without adequate heat in their home. On the back page of this issue, you will find information about the City of Berwyn’s snow removal procedures. Please take a look at the map to see if your home is on a designated Snow Route, and as always, follow the parking signs on your block in the event of excessive snow accumulations. Finally, in keeping with holiday tradition, I’d like to extend a personal invitation for you to join us on December 11, 2015 for my annual Christmas Party at the Berwyn VFW located at 15th Street and Harlem Avenue from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. New, unwrapped toys will be collected and donated to local families in need. We look forward to sharing the holiday spirit with all our residents, and hope to see you there! Respectfully,

Estimados Residentes, En nombre de toda la Ciudad de Berwyn, me gustaría desearle a usted y a su familia una feliz y saludable temporada festiva. Mientras celebra junto con familiares y amigos, les recomiendo mantenerse al tanto de sus vecinos, especialmente los de la tercera edad, durante estos fríos meses para asegurarse que les funciona la calefacción y están bien. En la parte inferior de esta página, encontrara una lista de centros de calentamiento disponibles en la ciudad en el caso de que usted o alguien que usted conoce se encuentran sin la calefacción adecuada en su hogar. Al reverse de esta publicación, encontrara información sobre los procedimientos de remoción de nieve de la Ciudad de Berwyn. Por favor observe el mapa para informarse si su calle está asignada como Ruta de limpieza de Nieve, y como siempre, siga los señalamientos de estacionamiento en su cuadra en caso de acumulación de nieve excesiva. Finalmente, para mantener la tradición festiva, me gustaría personalmente invitarle a reunirse con nosotros este 11 de Diciembre del 2015 para mi Fiesta Navideña anual en el Berwyn VFW localizado en la calle 15th y avenida Harlem de 5:30 p.m. a 10:00 p.m. Juguetes nuevos sin envolver serán colectados y donados a familias necesitadas en esta área. ¡Esperamos poder compartir el espíritu de estas festividades con nuestros residentes, y esperamos contar con su presencia! Respetuosamente,

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Safe Driving Severe weather can be both frightening and dangerous for automobile travel. Motorists should know the safety rules for dealing with winter road emergencies. The Berwyn Police reminds motorists to be cautious while driving in adverse weather.

AAA recommends the following winter driving tips:

• Avoid driving while you’re fatigued. Getting the proper amount of rest before taking on winter weather tasks reduces driving risks. • Never warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as a garage. • Make certain your tires are properly inflated. • Never mix radial tires with other tire types. • Keep your gas tank at least half full to avoid gas line freeze-up. • If possible, avoid using your parking brake in cold, rainy and snowy weather. • Do not use cruise control when driving on any slippery surface (wet, ice, sand). • Always look and steer where you want to go. • Use your seat belt every time you get into your vehicle.

Tips for long-distance winter trips:

• Watch weather reports prior to a long-distance drive or before driving in isolated areas. Delay trips when especially bad weather is expected. If you must leave, let others know your route, destination and estimated time of arrival. • Always make sure your vehicle is in peak operating condition by having it inspected by a respectable Auto Repair facility. • Keep at least half a tank of gasoline in your vehicle at all times. • Pack a cellular telephone with your important telephone numbers, plus blankets, gloves, hats, food, water and any needed medication in your vehicle. • If you become snow-bound, stay with your vehicle. It provides temporary shelter and makes it easier for rescuers to locate you. Don’t try to walk in a severe storm. It’s easy to lose sight of your vehicle in blowing snow and become lost. • Don’t over exert yourself if you try to push or dig your vehicle out of the snow. • Tie a brightly colored cloth to the antenna or place a cloth at the top of a rolled up window to signal distress. At night, keep the dome light on if possible. It only uses a small amount of electricity and will make it easier for rescuers to find you. • Make sure the exhaust pipe isn’t clogged with snow, ice or mud. A blocked exhaust could cause deadly carbon monoxide gas to leak into the passenger compartment with the engine running. • Use whatever is available to insulate your body from the cold. This could include floor mats, newspapers or paper maps. • If possible run the engine and heater just long enough to remove the chill and to conserve gasoline.

Tips for driving in the snow:

• Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Applying the gas slowly to accelerate is the best method for regaining traction and avoiding skids. Don’t try to get moving in a hurry. And take time to slow down for a stoplight. Remember: It takes longer to slow down on icy roads. • Drive slowly. Everything takes longer on snow-covered roads. Accelerating, stopping, turning – nothing happens as quickly as on dry pavement. Give yourself time to maneuver by driving slowly. • The normal dry pavement following distance of three to four seconds should be increased to eight to ten seconds. This increased margin of safety will provide the longer distance needed if you have to stop. • Know your brakes. Whether you have antilock brakes or not, the best way to stop is threshold breaking. Keep the heel of your foot on the floor and use the ball of your foot to apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. • Don’t stop if you can avoid it. There’s a big difference in the amount of inertia it takes to start moving from a full stop versus how much it takes to get moving while still rolling. If you can slow down enough to keep rolling until a traffic light changes, do it. • Don’t power up hills. Applying extra gas on snow-covered roads just starts your wheels spinning. Try to get a little inertia going before you reach the hill and let that inertia carry you to the top. As you reach the crest of the hill, reduce your speed and proceed down hill as slowly as possible. • Don’t stop going up a hill. There’s nothing worse than trying to get moving up a hill on an icy road. Get some inertia going on a flat roadway before you take on the hill. • Stay home. If you really don’t have to go out, don’t. Even if you can drive well in the snow, not everyone else can. Don’t tempt fate: If you don’t have somewhere you have to be, watch the snow from indoors.

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Berwyn Police Open Registration for Citizens Police Academy Class of 2016 The Berwyn Police Department in its continuing efforts to provide public safety and to enhance the public’s knowledge and awareness of the criminal justice system, will be hosting a ten week Citizens Police Academy. This program is not designed to make students certified police officers, nor give the graduates any authority to act as police officers in any way. The Citizens Police Academy provides community members with an inside look at local law enforcement. The purpose of the Academy is to increase understanding between the citizens through education and interaction with members of the police department. The Academy gives citizens the opportunity to learn what the police do and why we do it. It is hoped that the instruction will increase police awareness to dispel suspicions and misconceptions, all while increasing police/community relations through this educational program. The Academy will begin in mid-February and will consist of ten consecutive Wednesday night classes; these will be held in the Community Room of the Berwyn Police Department from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. The instruction is comprehensive and each week separate areas of the department will be covered. Instruction will be given in: Uniformed Patrol Operations, Criminal Law, Criminal Investigations, Juvenile Law, Crime Scene Investigations and Processing, Arson Investigation, Traffic Laws, Weapons & Use of Force, Street Gang and Drug Awareness. In addition, other areas of public safety will be presented. Members of the Berwyn Police Department will be the instructors of the program. The course format will include guest speakers, demonstrations and observations of real time police operations. At the conclusion of the ten week program there will be a graduation for the candidates who will become an alumni member and be eligible to join our volunteer in Policing (VIP) program. The VIP program is an excellent way to get involved in our community. Applications will be available at the front desk of the Berwyn Police Department starting January 1st, 2016. Applications must be completed and returned to the Berwyn Police Department no later than Friday January 15th, 2016. This program is limited to the first thirty-five (35) applicants; other applicants will be placed on a waiting list for the next block of instructions. Criminal background checks will be conducted on all applicants. Applicants must be Berwyn residents, at least twenty-one (21) years of age, with no prior felony convictions and no misdemeanor arrests in the last twelve (12) months. Acceptance into the program will be at the full discretion of the Berwyn Police Department. Any questions regarding the Citizen Police Academy, please contact Unit Commander Frank Cimaglia at 708-795-2150 or Crime Analyst Wayne Sedore at 708-795-2119.

Create a Password to Keep Your Child Safe A stranger approached an 8 year old boy and asked him to come with him. The stranger told him that something had happened and his mom had sent him to pick him up. The boy asked the stranger for the PASSWORD and used the man’s confusion to run away. He and his mom had agreed to a password in case she had to send someone to pick him up. Maybe this saved the boys life.

Tips for creating a password: • Create a password that is shared between you and your child. Only share it with trusted people in your child’s life. • Stress the importance to your child of not sharing the password with anyone else. • Make sure that your child memorizes the password. • Instruct your child that if a stranger approaches him or her, and tries to convince him or her to come with them, your child should demand the password. • If the stranger doesn’t know the password, your child should refuse to go with the stranger and immediately alert a nearby teacher, police officer, or other trusted adult.

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Operation Safe Holidays The Holidays are upon us. Take a moment to go over some prevention tips before the hustle and bustle starts. Remember that you are not the only ones doing your holiday shopping at this time of year. Burglars and thieves are always on the lookout for a good “bargain” too. Also included are tips on safe home holiday decorating.

Protect your home and yourself, and have a Happy Holiday Season! AT HOME:

Many people like to keep their presents or gifts displayed in the home before and after the holidays. It gives most of us a warm feeling to enjoy the holidays this way. However, the time we spend shopping and visiting makes our houses vulnerable during the holiday season: • Don’t keep presents near windows where they can be seen from the street, especially after they have been unwrapped. • Never hide presents in the garage! Garage locks are usually the weakest locks you have. A second story closet or attic equipped with a good lock is usually your safest storage area. • Break up boxes, especially for purchases like TV’s, stereos, or electric equipment and put them in the garbage the night before collection.

HANDLING MONEY:

• Try to shop when the mall is less crowded, during the weekday, or at night when the mall stays open late for holiday shoppers. Avoid the weekend rush, when it’s easy to lose children among the crowds. Teach them where to go if you get separated. • Don’t dangle your handbag from your shoulder. You create the perfect setup for a purse-snatcher. Instead, keep your purse tucked tightly under your arm, or better yet don’t even carry a purse. Wear a fanny pack facing the front instead. Besides allowing your hands to be free to hold on to or carry your child, you’ll eliminate the possibility of leaving your purse behind or having it stolen. • If you take a break in a restaurant or restroom, don’t place your purse on the floor, keep the strap around your arm, and also watch your shopping bags. • Never let your children go to the restroom alone. • Try to make your most expensive purchase last. This will reduce your exposure to costly losses.

The tendency to carry large amounts of cash is greater during the holiday season than any other season of the year. Use checks / debit cards whenever possible. But if you must use cash: • Don’t leave cash lying around the house. Keep all money in a safe place. • Don’t flash your money in public. Keep your bills flat in your wallet so that you can count them without taking them out of your wallet. • Don’t carry a purse; keep your wallet and keys in your coat pocket.

AT THE A.T.M.:

• Use them in populated places and pay constant attention to what’s going on around you. • Try to go during daylight hours. • If you must go at night, pick a machine that is well lit and visible to passing traffic. • If anyone is lurking near the machine pass it up and find another.

IN THE PARKING LOT:

• Always park where there is plenty of light, not only around your car, but also from your car to the mall or store entrance. • Once your car is parked familiarize yourself with its location so you can find it without delay. • Don’t hesitate to ask for security escort if you feel unsafe. • Use the trunk of your car to keep packages out of sight. • Keep your vehicle locked at all times. • When walking through parking lots, be sure you are aware of your surroundings. Walk with authority. Don’t look like a victim! • Have your keys in your hand before you go to your vehicle.

CREDIT CARD PRECAUTIONS:

• Make sure your card is used only for one transaction; watch the transaction carefully. • Take your carbon with you and tear them up. • Never give out any information about your credit card to any phone solicitor. • Immediately report the theft or loss of credit cards.

AT THE MALL:

• All types of criminals work the malls – car thieves, pickpockets, muggers, so protect yourself and your family.

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Avoiding Phone Scams Every year, thousands of people lose money to telephone scams — from a few dollars to their life savings. Scammers will say anything to cheat people out of money. Some seem very friendly — calling you by your first name, making small talk, and asking about your family. They may claim to work for a company you trust, or they may send mail or place ads to convince you to call them. The Berwyn Police Department would like to share the following information from the Federal Trade Commission about these types of scams, and to urge you to remain cautious when answering calls from people and businesses that you’re not familiar with.

Signs of a Scam

Often, scammers who operate by phone don’t want to give you time to think about their pitch; they just want you to say “yes.” But some are so cunning that, even if you ask for more information, they seem happy to comply. They may direct you to a website or otherwise send information featuring “satisfied customers.” These customers, known as shills, are likely as fake as their praise for the company. Here are a few red flags to help you spot telemarketing scams. If you hear a line that sounds like this, say “no, thank you,” hang up, and file a complaint with the FTC: • You’ve been specially selected (for this offer). • You’ll get a free bonus if you buy our product. • You’ve won one of five valuable prizes. • You’ve won big money in a foreign lottery. • This investment is low risk and provides a higher return than you can get anywhere else. • You have to make up your mind right away. • You trust me, right? • You don’t need to check our company with anyone. • We’ll just put the shipping and handling charges on your credit card.

How They Hook You

Scammers use exaggerated — or even fake — prizes, products or services as bait. Some may call you, but others will use mail, texts, or ads to get you to call them for more details. Here are a few examples of “offers” you might get: • Travel Packages. “Free” or “low cost” vacations can end up cost­ing a bundle in hidden costs. Some of these vacations never take place, even after you’ve paid. • Credit and loans. Advance fee loans, payday loans, credit card protection,and offers to lower your credit card interest rates are very popular schemes, especially during a down economy. • Sham or exaggerated business and investment opportunities. Promoters of these have made millions of dollars. Scammers rely on the fact that business and investing can be complicated and that most people don’t research the investment. • Charitable causes. Urgent requests for recent disaster relief efforts are especially common on the phone. • High-stakes foreign lotteries. These pitches are against the law, which prohibits the cross-border sale or purchase of lottery tickets by phone or mail. What’s more, you may never see a ticket. • Extended car warranties. Scammers find out what kind of car you drive, and when you bought it so they can urge you to buy overpriced — or worthless — plans. • “Free” trial offers. Some companies use free trials to sign you up for products — sometimes lots of products — which can cost you lots of money because they bill you every month until you cancel.

Why They’re Calling You

Everyone’s a potential target. Fraud isn’t limited to race, ethnic back­ ground, gender, age, education, or income. That said, some scams seem to concentrate in certain groups. For example, older people may be targeted because the caller assumes they may live alone, have a nest egg, or may be more polite toward strangers. How to Handle an Unexpected Sales Call

Questions to Ask

When you get a call from a telemarketer, ask yourself: Who’s calling… and why? The law says telemarketers must tell you it’s a sales call, the name of the seller and what they’re selling before they make their pitch. If you don’t hear this information, say “no thanks,” and get off the phone. What’s the hurry? Fast talkers who use high pressure tactics could be hiding something. Take your time. Most legitimate businesses will give you time and written information about an offer before asking you to commit to a purchase. If it’s free, why are they asking me to pay? Question fees you need to pay to redeem a prize or gift. Free is free. If you have to pay, it’s a purchase — not a prize or a gift. Why am I “confirming” my account information — or giving it out? Some callers have your billing information before they call you. They’re trying to get you to say “okay” so they can claim you approved a charge. What time is it? The law allows telemarketers to call only between 8 am and 9 pm. A seller calling earlier or later is ignoring the law. Do I want more calls like this one? If you don’t want a business to call you again, say so and register your phone number on the National Do Not Call Registry. If they call back, they’re breaking the law.

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Upcoming Events REGISTER TODAY UNTIL FILLED!

Breakfast with Santa

Sunday, December 20th 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Children ages 10 & under Cookie Decorating, Christmas Craft, Games, Face Decorating & Bounce House! Breakfast served at 10:15 a.m. SHARP! Those Funny Little People will perform at 11:15 a.m. Registered children 10 & under will receive a gift from Santa! Registration Fee: $2.00 per child age 10 & under •$8.00 per person for Adults Payment in cash or credit only. Reservations are required call 708) 788-2010 Berwyn Recreation Dept. • 6501 W. 31ST STREET

Berwyn Recreation Department Winter Wonderland Luncheon

Santa’s Workshop Santa needs your help! Be an elf for a day and come work on arts & crafts, cookie decorating, letters and then take your masterpieces home!

Saturday, December 12 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Location: Community Center, 1619 Wesley Ave. Free!

Berwyn Recreation Department Christmas Party

Mayor Robert Lovero invites you to a warm delicious lunch

Wednesday, January 20th - 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Mayor Robert Lovero invites you to celebrate the holidays…

Wednesday December 9th • 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Lunch includes: Warm Ham, stuffing, vegetable, bread, gravy & dessert, coffee, tea, & cold beverage Live Pianist Entertainer! Guests will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize! LUNCHEON FREE FOR BERWYN RESIDENTS FREE lunch to Berwyn residents Ages 55 & Ages 55 & Over •Non-resident is $6.00 Over NFL DAY AT THE REC - WEAR YOUR FAVORITE TEAM JERSEY OR HAT! Non-resident fee $6.00 YOU THINK YOU KNOW FOOTBALL? ANSWER AS MANY TRIVIA Reservations are required call QUESTIONS CORRECTLY & WIN A PRIZE! (708) 788-2010 Reservations are required call (708) 788-2010 Berwyn Recreation Dept. Berwyn Recreation Dept. - 6501 W. 31ST STREET 6501 W. 31ST STREET Doors open promptly at 11:30 a.m. Lunch includes: Mostaccioli & Meat Ball with French Bread, Green Salad, beverage & dessert

Berwyn Recreation Department Valentine’s Day Party Adults 55 & over - Swing on by!

Friday, February 12th - 11:30 to 2:00 p.m. Trivia Contest, Dancing, Free Lunch to Berwyn residents (Non-resident fee $6.00) and a special performance by Those Little Disco Ducks Raffle ticket to everyone for a chance to win some great prizes! Reservations are required call (708) 788-2010 Berwyn Recreation Dept. - 6501 W. 31ST STREET

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Minimum Heating Standards in the City of Berwyn § 1486.10 LIGHT, VENTILATION, ELECTRICITY AND HEATING (F) Every person who owns or controls the heating plant which furnishes heat to any tenement house, hotel or lodging house in which the heat is furnished from a heating plant used in common for the purpose of heating the various rooms and apartments therein, and the heating plant is under the control or supervision of the owner or person in control of the building, shall furnish heat to the rooms and apartments, from September 15 of each year to June 1 of the succeeding year, so that the occupants thereof may secure, without undue restriction of ventilation as to interfere with proper sanitary conditions, a minimum temperature of 60ºF at 6:30 a.m., 65ºF at 7:30 a.m. and 68ºF from 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. and, from October 1 of each year to March 31 of the succeeding year, a minimum temperature of 60ºF from 10:30 p.m. until 6:30 a.m. of the next day, averaged throughout the room or apartment. Written notice of complaint concerning lack of heat in the room or apartment shall first be given to the person by mail before a violation of this division shall be deemed to exist.

City of Berwyn Grass Cutting, Leaf and Snow Removal Through Berwyn’s Senior Outreach Program, we can assist you with grass cutting, leaf and snow removal. These programs have been created to help our elderly or disabled citizens for whom some tasks have become too challenging. These programs are limited to single family homes on a standard of 30’ x 125’. The grass cutting/leaf removal program begins approximately May 1st and concludes approximately November 15th. Both front and back lawns are cut every two (2) weeks when necessary. During the autumn, grass cutting will continue to remove leaves from the lawns. There is a $5 charge per service call and you will receive an Invoice for these services thru the mail. Snow removal begins November 1st and concludes April 1st when the snow fall is 2” or more in Berwyn. Snow is removed from the front walk and steps and will begin after the end of the snowfall. FREE You qualify, if you are a homeowner 65 years of age or disabled, with no able-bodied person under age 65 in residences and meet the annual income guidelines. This program is limited to single family homes only. Any property in excess of the standard lot of 30’ x 125’ will have to pay the proportional difference in cost. Homeowners must complete an application and be approved before becoming a part of the program. Additionally, the grass cutting/leaf removal and snow removal service is offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. For further information or an application, contact the Senior Service Department - Christi at 749-6492.

REMINDER: Electronics Recycling As a reminder, the City of Berwyn Department of Public Works accepts unwanted electronic equipment that cannot be thrown away with your garbage. Simply stop by the Public Works office (1 Public Works Drive – next to the YMCA on 30th & Oak Park) during normal business hours to drop off your unwanted electronics.

Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving

The Berwyn Police Department would like to remind you not to use your cell phone while driving a motor vehicle. Illinois law prohibits the use of hand-held cell phones, texting or using other electronic communications while operating a motor vehicle. Handsfree devices or Bluetooth technology is allowed for persons over age 18. Even using hands-free technology is considered a distraction while driving and can be dangerous. Illinois drivers are exempt from using a cell phone while driving only when reporting an emergency situation, using the device hands-free or in voice-activated mode, parked on the shoulder of a roadway, or stopped due to normal traffic being obstructed and the vehicle is in neutral or park. Here are some extra tips to avoid distracted driving: Pull over to a safe place to talk on the phone, text message, or email. Also learn how your phone’s controls work in case a call is unavoidable. Practice good habits by turning your phone off before you drive so you won’t be tempted to answer calls on the road. Don’t touch that dial. Adjust seat positions, climate controls, sound systems and other devices before you leave or when you stop. Know how your controls work so if you must adjust something on the go, you’ll be less distracted. Use presets for radio and climate control, or have your passenger assist you. Don’t multi-task when driving. Don’t use the vehicle’s mirrors for personal grooming when the vehicle is in motion or try to read or write while you’re behind the wheel. Pull over to care for children. Change the baby, feed the kids, and buckle them into their vehicle seats before you leave. If you need to attend to them, pull over in a safe place -- don’t try to handle children while you’re driving. Stop to eat or drink. Drive-through windows and giant cup holders make it tempting to have a meal while driving, but you’re safer when you stop to eat or drink. If you can’t avoid eating while driving, try to avoid messy foods.

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Berwyn - Neighborhood Watch Newsletter Dear Resident, The following information outlines how the City of Berwyn will perform snow removal during the upcoming winter months. Please follow the signage on your block and be aware of the parking restrictions whenever parking on the street.

Snow Routes

Parking on a snow route after 6 inches of snow have fallen is strictly prohibited. The parking ban will remain in effect until the snow has been completely removed from curb to curb for that storm. In the event that there are two consecutive days of snow fall AND accumulated total amount of snow is 6 inches or more, the parking ban will be put into effect. Official snow fall totals will be obtained through the National Weather Service Midway airport snow fall totals. (Available to the public through all local news media sources or on-line) Snow Routes are signed accordingly. Always follow all signage on a snow route. Your vehicle will be ticketed and/or towed if it is parked on a snow route. The following streets are snow routes: (East/West) Roosevelt Road, 16th Street, Cermak Road, 26th Street, Riverside Drive, 31st Street, Stanley Avenue, Windsor Avenue, 34th Street, Ogden Avenue and Pershing Road. (North-South): Harlem, Home, Oak Park, East and Ridgeland Avenues.

Residential Streets

Snow removal for residential streets will follow the STREET MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE. Check the signage on your block. No parking for your side of the street will be strictly enforced from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or as posted. It is the responsibility of you and/or any visitor of your residence to be aware of the signage posted near your home. This will allow for additional street cleaning and snow removal passes, as well as regular maintenance services. If you are towed, contact the Police Communication Center at 708-795-5600. Where to find information: Snow Hotline 708-749-6514 http://www.berwyn-il.gov/

http://berwynpd.com/

Receive alerts and updates by signing up for emergency notifications. Click on “Citizens Alerts” at berwyn-il.gov or berwynpd.com If you do not have access to the internet or need assistance registering for emergency notifications, leave a message at 708-749-6563, and a representative will call you to complete your registration.

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