Woodridge will hold its 48th Annual Fourth of July Picnic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 4 at Castaldo Park, located near the intersection of Roberts Drive and 71st Street.

Schaumburg

Village taps site for new residential subdivision

The village reported that the addresses formerly known as 515, 525 and 535 W. Schaumburg Road will constitute the future site of the Coventry Woods residential subdivision. The properties, located across the street from the Schaumburg Post Office, were annexed into the village in 2014. The development, totaling approximately seven acres of land, will consist of 12 single-family homes, with construction expected to begin in late summer or early fall. In addition, village staff members have been working with the developer to preserve as many trees on the site as possible. A total of 117 trees will be preserved, including many Oak and Hickory trees, as well as other key native plantings. For more information, call (847) 895-4500 or visit www.ci.schaumburg.il.us.

Mount Prospect

Police Dept. commander earns rare spot with FBI National Academy

The village reported that Mount Prospect Police Department Commander Robert Smith graduated from the FBI National Academy Program, in Quantico, Va., on June 10. The 264th session of the program consisted of men and women representing 47 states and 21 countries worldwide, including members of law enforcement agencies from eight federal civilian organizations, four military organizations and the District of Columbia. The 10-week program featured advanced communication, leadership and fitness training for selected officers with proven records as professionals within their agencies. Fewer than 1 percent of all United States law enforcement officers are accepted into the FBI National Academy. Smith, a 28-year veteran of the Mount Prospect Police Department, currently serves as the day shift and midnight shift commander in the department’s Patrol Section.

Niles

Village begins storm sewer project to relieve flooding

The village reported that the Cleveland Corridor Project — installation of a new storm sewer with a main line running along Monroe Street and Cleveland Street, branching out to the adjacent side streets of Keeney Street, Monroe Street, Oconto Avenue, Odell Avenue and Oketo Avenue — is underway. Installation of the new relief sewer is intended to capture stormwater runoff and convey it to a new outfall to the North Branch of the Chicago River, east of Caldwell Avenue. Approximately 11,200 feet of new storm sewer is planned for installation, which will provide flooding protection to approximately 140 homes, decreasing the risk of basement backups for residents in the project area. Estimated cost of the project is $9 million, with $2 million provided by a grant from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. Construction is expected to be completed by December 2017. For more information, including detailed project updates, visit www.vniles.com — or call the Niles Public Services Department at (847) 588-7923.

Evanston

City begins construction of protected bicycle lane on Dodge Ave.

The city announced that the construction of a protected bicycle lane on Dodge Avenue, from Howard Street to Lake Street, has begun. The project includes the removal of existing pavement markings, restriping of the roadway — to accommodate a protected bike lane — using thermoplastic pavement markings, thermoplastic symbols and the installation of protective bollards. The project is intended to improve bicycle safety and traffic flow while establishing a connection to Evanston Township High School, and the Church Street and Davis Street bike lanes. During construction, one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction. The project is expected to be completed by mid-July. To view a detailed project location map, visit www.cityofevanston.com. For more information, call Senior Project Manager Sat Nagar at (847) 448-4311.

Tinley Park

Economic Development Director Baker to resign

The village reported that Tinley Park Economic Development Director Ivan Baker announced his resignation, effective July 15, in order to accept a new position as CEO of the Economic Development Corporation of North Central Illinois. Since 2003, Baker has been responsible for business attraction and retention, development marketing, economic development, business incentive and corporate real estate activities for the village. During his tenure, Baker was part of a team that stimulated significant economic growth, totaling more than $380 million in new commercial/industrial development. Working with the Village Board, and the Economic and Commercial Commission, Baker successfully promoted Tinley Park to become the only municipality in Illinois to receive awards as the national winner for Economic Development Excellence by the U.S. Department of Commerce, and for Municipal Excellence in Economic Development by the National League of Cities. Throughout his 35-year career, Baker has coordinated real estate and incentive negotiations resulting in more than $2.4 billion in commercial, industrial and redevelopment investments, and 31,000 new jobs, in seven states.

Woodridge

Village to hold annual Fourth of July picnic at Castaldo Park

The village will hold its 48th Annual Fourth of July Picnic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 4 at Castaldo Park, located near the intersection of Roberts Drive and 71st Street. The event includes a performance by The Music Company, The “Birds of Prey” exhibit, an antique auto show, and pony and train rides for small children. Admission is free. Hot dogs, brats, chips, corn on the cob, ice cream treats, pop and water will be available for a nominal charge. Beer will be available for purchase as well. The event is sponsored by the Woodridge Special Events Committee. For more information, call (630) 852-7000 or visit www.vil.woodridge.il.us.

South Holland

Thornwood student wins Congressional Art Competition

The village reported that Thornwood High School student Paul Somerville won the 2016 Congressional Art Competition for high school students residing or attending high school in the 2nd Congressional District. Somerville’s winning artwork, a painting entitled, “Boy in the Big City,” will be displayed at the U.S. Capitol, in Washington, D.C., for one year. The art competition was established by the U. S. House of Representatives in 1982 to acknowledge and support the artistic talent of America’s young adults.

–Cook County News Briefs–