The Independent / November 24, 2016 - Page 3B
Lieutenant Governor visits for Waste Water Treatment Plant ribbon-cutting Last month, Lieutenant Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti visited the Village of Bensenville’s Public Works facility to commemorate a new Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project. “Congratulations to Village President Soto and the Village of Bensenville on the completion of this Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project,” said Lieutenant Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti. “As a result of this project, the Village of Bensenville expects to see its annual operating expenses to decrease 20%, saving taxpayer dollars while improving environmental efficiency.” Over the last two years, the nearly 70-year-old plant was converted to a state-of-the-art-facility. The approximately $30 million project was financed through the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) Water Quality Revolving Loan Program. The IEPA has also
extended a grant of nearly $765,000 as principal forgiveness on the loan. The design of the new plant focused on simplifying operations and providing processes intended to improve water quality on the receiving streams and creeks. “On behalf of the residents of Bensenville, I would like to thank the State of Illinois for their support of this vital infrastructure project,” stated Village President Frank Soto. “The $1.3 million in grant funding allowed the Village to complete this project without placing any additional financial burden on our residents. The new facility will help promote energy efficiency and sustainability in the Village.” In addition to the IEPA grant, the Village was successful in obtaining nearly $500,000 in energy efficiency grants through the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and Illinois Clean Energy (ICE) Program.
Bensenville Park District coming events Santa’s Brunch at White Pines Saturday, Dec. 10 11a.m.- 2p.m. White Pines Golf Club & Banquets, 500 W. Jefferson, Bensenville 630-766-0304, Ext. 2 whitepinesgolf.com Fees: $14.99 for adults, $7.99 for children ages 5-11, and $4.99 for children 4 and under. Prices do not include tax and service fee. White Pines Golf Club & Banquets is hosting a holiday brunch featuring an appearance by good ol’ St. Nick. Children are able to visit and have a photo taken with Santa, join in holiday craft activities, and play games. The main buffet selections include scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, baked French toast, breakfast casserole, biscuits and gravy, fruit display and salad bar. The special kid-size buffet will have favorites such as pizza, pigs in a blanket, pancakes, macaroni and cheese, tator tots, and fruit salad. Assorted breads, desserts and beverages are also presented. The fees for this event are $14.99 for adults, $7.99 for children ages 5-11, and $4.99 for children 4 and under. Prices do not include tax and service fee. White Pine’s is a facility of the Bensenville Park District and is located at 500 W. Jefferson, Bensenville. For more infor-
mation about special events at White Pines, visit their website at www. whitepinesgolf.com/special_events. Space is limited; reservations are required at 630-766-0304, ext.2.
The Historic Holiday Express Train Friday, Dec. 9 6:30-8:30p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10 5-7pm and 7:30-9:30pm Fee: $7 per person COURTESY PHOTO Bensenville Independent Bring the whole family for this special, unique holiday event and climb aboard the 1922 Black Chicago Gravel Steam Locomotive to head for the North Pole! Settle in as we watch The Polar Express movie on this historic train at Veterans Park The Holiday Bazaar and Ladies Night Out will be held Dec. 2 from 6-10 p.m. at White Pines Golf located at Church Road and Main Club & Banquets. The event features mini spa services, boutique shopping, DJ, drawings, demonStreet in Bensenville. Santa will strations, and a welcome glass of champagne for those over 21. A $10 entrance fee includes commake an appearance, visit with the plimentary drawing ticket. Bring a non-perishable food item and/or a toy to receive an additional kids, and pass out candy. “Passendrawing ticket. Pay at the door or purchase your tickets in advance at White Pines, Monday-Friday, gers” will also enjoy hot chocolate, 9a.m-5 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. You may also purchase tickets at the Deer Grove Leicookies, and popcorn and are ensure Center, 1000 W. Wood St. during regular registration hours. For more information, visit www. couraged to bring their blanket and whitepinesgolf.com/special_events or call 630-766-0304, ext. 2. White Pines Golf Club & Banquets pillows. is located at 500 W. Jefferson, Bensenville. The fee is $7 per person. Space is limited to 50 passengers. Sign up at the Deer Grove Leisure Center located at 1000 W. Wood Street, Bensenville. For more information, please visit www.bensenvilleparkdistrict.org/ The Bensenville Police Depart- ant reported an unknown suspect(s) Williams, 51, of Chicago, was arpdcms/events or call 630-766-7015. ment recently reported the follow- forced open the back door and bur- rested for no driver’s license and ing arrests and citations. Readers glarized the residence at some time possession of controlled substance. are reminded that an arrest does after 8 a.m. This case is under inves- BV16011827 Nov. 17, 1:37 p.m. in the 700 not constitute a conviction, and that tigation. BV16011994 suspects are considered innocent unNov. 21, 3:16 p.m. in the 1300 block of Larsen Lane, a business less proven guilty in a court of law. block of W. Irving Park Road, a com- owner reported a trailer containing Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not plainant reported the front license several tools was taken by an unnamed. plate was missing from his vehicle. known suspect. This case is under The plate was entered into Leads as investigation. BV16011837 Nov. 17, 10:15 p.m. in the 200 Nov. 21, 1:05 p.m. in the 1000 stolen or missing. BV16011995 block of Waveland Avenue, a comNov. 17, 9:43 a.m. in the 600 block block of S. Barron St., a complainplainant reported the rear license of Redmond Court, two complain- ant reported an unknown suspect plate was missing from his vehicle. ants reported that a known suspect was peeping through a bathroom The plate was entered as stolen or damaged their vehicles. This case is window. The male suspect was last seen fleeing east on Wood Street in missing in leads. BV16011991 under investigation. BV16011825 Nov. 21, 2:01 p.m. in the 400 Nov. 17, 10:14 a.m. in the 600 a light-colored vehicle. This case is block of S. Mason St., a complain- block of N. Route 83, Larry D. under investigation. BV1611852
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