Posted on: June 8, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: June 8, 2022
On June 2, 2023, EMS Director Captain Lynn Dralle completed her final shift with the Westmont Fire Department after 30 years of service to the community. Dralle’s retirement ceremony inclu...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: June 8, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: June 8, 2023
Several members of the Westmont Fire Department received promotions at the June 1, 2023 Fire Public Safety Committee meeting.
Mayor Ron Gunter and Trustee Marie Johanik-Guzzo swore in the following individuals...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: June 7, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: jUNE 7, 2023
As part of the BNSF railroad crossing and station track improvements in Westmont, the Cass Avenue crossing will be closed on June 17 and July 8. On these dates, the crossing is expected to be closed ...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: June 7, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: June 7, 2023
At the June 1, 2023 Fire Public Safety Committee meeting, members of the Westmont Fire Department were presented with the 2023 Joseph R. Hartmann, M.D. Award of Excellence, which is awarded annually to a depa...
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Posted on: June 6, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: June 6, 2023
The Westmont Police Department provides a wide range of services for our citizens. Below are just a few of the services available.
SAFE EXCHANGE ZONEThe Police Department has a designated Safe Exchan...
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Posted on: June 2, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: June 2, 2023
“The Taste of Westmont is one of Westmont’s wonderful summer events and we invite everyone to come to downtown Westmont July 13th through 16th to enjoy this festival that offers s...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: June 2, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: June 2, 2023
At the June 1, 2023 Fire Public Safety Committee meeting, Fire Deputy Chief Jim Fitzgerald was recognized as the recipient of the 2022 Public Service Award, which is given to a Village of Westmont em...
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Posted on: June 2, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: June 2, 2023
“With the success of this event growing bigger every year, we’ve decided to hold our 2023 National Night Out at Ty Warner Park,” said Westmont Police Chief Jim Gunther.  ...
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Posted on: June 1, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: June 1, 2023
Westmont Cruisin’ Nights, which will begin tonight on June 1 and continue every Thursday through August 31, was named the best weekly summer car show in the Chicagoland area by WGN-Radio. E...
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Posted on: May 26, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: May 26, 2023
The Taiwanese Association of American the Greater Chicago Chapter (TAA-Chicago) is hosting a free special event at Westmont High School titled, A Touching Encounter with Music and Dance. Performers f...
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Posted on: May 25, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: May 25, 2023
May 26, 2023 ** UPDATE - Weather permitting, the community-wide mosquito larviciding treatment has been rescheduled for May 30, 2023.
The Village of Westmont contracts with Clarke M...
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Posted on: May 25, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: May 25, 2023
Waste Management, the company with which the Village of Westmont contracts for a variety of services including recycling, waste hauling, composting. and brush-pick-up, has recently implemented a new automated ...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: May 23, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: May 23, 2023
The 2023 Independence Day Celebration, co-hosted by the Westmont Park District and the Village of Westmont, will be held at Ty Warner Park on Tuesday, July 4, starting at 4 p.m. and concluding with fireworks, ...
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Posted on: May 17, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: May 17, 2023
The annual Memorial Day Parade will be held on Monday, May 29 at 10:30 a.m. in downtown Westmont. The parade will travel south on Cass Avenue through downtown Westmont before heading east on Richmond...
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Posted on: May 16, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: May 16, 2023
As an official Dementia-Friendly community, the Village of Westmont, Westmont Public Library, and other public agencies continue to promote education and awareness opportunities to engage the public regarding...
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Posted on: May 16, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: May 16, 2023
The theme for the Summer Window Mural Program will be Fun In The Sun. Businesses interested in participating can sign up online. “Since the development of the...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: May 10, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: May 10, 2023
“The response to our Muddy Warhol Art Contest was incredible,” said Kristina Kaniauskaite, Executive Director for the Westmont Special Events Corporation, NFP. &ldqu...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: May 8, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: May 8, 2023
The Westmont Park District has a number of fun summer activities. Following are just some of the programs and events on their schedule.
CHALK IT UP!S...
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Posted on: May 5, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: May 5, 2023
BNSF has scheduled work on the railroad crossing at Cass Avenue beginning Friday morning, May 19. The work is expected to take 9 days and the crossing is scheduled to reopen in the afternoon of Saturd...
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Posted on: May 5, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: May 5, 2023
At the May 4, 2023 Village of Westmont Board Meeting, Trustees Marie Johanik-Guzzo, Linda Liddle and Steve Nero were sworn into office. Trustees Johnik-Guzzo and Liddle are returning to serv...
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Posted on: May 4, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: May 4, 2023
"Westmont Special Events is excited to announce this year's Westmont Cruisin Nights & Street Fair schedule, which includes classic car theme nights, live entertainment, art shows hosted by the...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 26, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 26, 2023
On April 24, 2023, Westmont resident and business owner Tracey Valerio Spotts was named the 2022 Westmont Citizen of the Year at the annual Westmont Community Awards Dinner, hosted by the Westmont ...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 21, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 21, 2023
Water and Garbage rates update annually. The garbage rate is based on the ongoing contract with Waste Management. The water distribution rate increases are related to various factors including fee ...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 20, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 20, 2023
Over the last few years, Westmont Special Events and the Creative Arts Network have dramatically increased the number of opportunities for local artists to get involv...
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Posted on: April 20, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 20, 2023
With Earth Day and Arbor Day fast approaching, many people are inspired to work in their yards and plant trees. Tree planting activities are common this time of year. However, after your ...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 19, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 19, 2023
Construction has started on the West Quincy Streetscape Project. The project will be under construction throughout the Summer and is expected to be completed by Fall ...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 18, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: December 15, 2022
“This program has been a great success,” said Environmental Improvement Committee (EIC) Chair Bruce Barker. “Westmont’s program has been so successful th...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 14, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 14, 2023
The annual Westmont Community Garage Sales are scheduled for August 4 through 6. This is an event that encourages the entire community to host their garage sales on the same weekend so re...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 14, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: April 14, 2023
At a special Budget Workshop meeting held on Thursday, April 13, Finance Director Jamie Cunningham and Assistant Village Manager Spencer Parker reviewed the proposed village budget for 2023-2024 with the vi...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 14, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 14, 2023
Everyone is invited to Ty Warner Park in Westmont over Memorial Day weekend for the Spring Fling Festival, hosted by the Westmont Lions Club, and the Race to the Flag 5K Fundraiser for the People&a...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 13, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 13, 2023; UPDATED: May 18, 2023
In celebration of their 100th Anniversary in 2023, the Westmont Fire Department is hosting a pancake breakfast on Saturday, May 20, from 9 a.m. to Noon at the Fire & Poli...
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Posted on: April 11, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 11, 2023
At a recent board meeting, the Village approved a lighting project on Pasquinelli Drive that will utilize Dark Sky lighting strategies through fixtures complying with the color temperature and shie...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 11, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 11, 2023
In conjunction with services provided by Waste Management, Westmont has a residential compost and yard waste collection program that operates annually from April through mid-December. Compost and y...
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Posted on: April 6, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 6, 2023
Last year, the U.S. introduced 988 as the new Suicide & Crisis Lifeline phone number. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7 call, text, and chat access to trained crisis counselors w...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: April 4, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: April 4, 2023
The Westmont Fire Department wants to share some safety tips for our citizens to keep in mind.
May Is National Child Passenger Safety Month
- Buckle all children ages 12 and younger seated in the back s...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: March 23, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: March 23, 2023
April Is National Safe Digging Month and JULIE, Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators, wants to remind everyone to call 811 before you dig or do any excavation of any kind. JULIE, Inc. ...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: March 22, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: March 22, 2023
To assist Westmont residents with specific Hyundai and Kia vehicles that have recently become a target of theft, the Westmont Police Department is distributing free steering wheel locks. ...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: March 10, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: March 10, 2023
At the Fire Public Safety Committee meeting on Thursday, March 9, Fire Chief Steve Riley recognized Fire Department personnel for their excellent service. T...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: March 10, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: March 10, 2023
The Westmont Fire Department reminds residents that when you change your clocks for daylight savings time on Sunday, March 12, then it is also time to check your smoke alarms.
NEW SMOKE DE...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: March 8, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: March 8, 2023
The Westmont Police Department will be hosting their inaugural golf outing fundraiser to support Special Olympics Illinois on Friday, September 15, 2023. The event will be held at Village Greens of ...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: March 7, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: March 7, 2023
The Westmont Police Department and Dunkin’ will once again participate in the annual Cop on a Rooftop program. This year’s event is scheduled for Friday, May 19, 5 a.m. to Noon at partici...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: March 7, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: March 7, 2023
The Spring Window Mural Program will feature the theme of “Kindness”. “This has been a very successful program,” said...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: March 6, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: March 6, 2023
Please note - This program is full for 2023.
Residents, businesses, and organizations can sign up to participate in the Adopt-A-Planter Program. The program asks for citizens to get involved with the...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: March 6, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: March 6, 2023
The Westmont Police Department, partnering with local business Docu-Shred, will co-host a paper shredding event to benefit Special Olympics Illinois. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 20...
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Posted on: March 2, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: March 2, 2023
The Westmont Police Department will once again participate in the annual National Drug Take Back Day, sponsored by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration. This year’s event will be held on Saturday...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: February 16, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: February 16, 2023
To celebrate Arbor Day, the Village of Westmont Environmental Improvement Committee (EIC) is coordinating its annual tree seedling giveaway. Residents will be able to sign up online to request t...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: February 14, 2023
Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: February 14, 2023
“We’re very excited to be part of this project that shines a spotlight on my father, blues legend Muddy Waters,” said Mercy Morganfield, who is also the executor of...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: February 9, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: February 9, 2023
The Village of Westmont contracts with Waste Management to provide a variety of services. In 2023, Westmont’s Yard Waste, Brush, and Composting Pick-up Programs will begin on Monday, April 3 and...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: February 7, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: February 7, 2023
As an official Dementia-Friendly community, the Village of Westmont, Westmont Public Library, and other public agencies continue to promote education and awareness opportunities to engage the public regar...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: January 30, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: January 30, 2023
At the January 26, 2023 Village Board meeting, retiring CUSD201 Superintendent Kevin Carey received a Mayor’s Appreciation Award from Village of Westmont Mayor Ron Gunter. Carey will be...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: January 18, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: January 18, 2023
The Village of Westmont has partnered with Downers Grove Township Senior Services for many years to provide residents with opportunities and information for seniors in our area. The Downers Grove Township...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: January 18, 2023
Westmont, Illinois - Date Issued: January 18, 2023
Metra recently launched metratracker.com, which is a new real-time website that allows customers to see precisely where their train is and when they will reach their station. Customers can also use metratr...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: January 12, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: January 12, 2023
The Village of Westmont recently published a new webpage that features GIS maps of Westmont. GIS, or geographic information systems, are computer-based tools used to store, visualize, analyze, a...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: January 10, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: January 10, 2023
NAMI of DuPage, along with NAMI Metro Suburban and Community Memorial Foundation, is offering online and in-person Mental Health First Aid classes. Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based c...
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General Press Releases
Posted on: January 9, 2023
Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: January 9, 2023
With the start of a new year, many people will set goals and begin to make plans to update their homes and businesses. The Village appreciates these updates and wants to be sure they are done in ...
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