Ward R3PORThttp://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/en-US2010-03-11T12:29:24ZSquarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/)City Council Meeting: 03/01/10http://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/2/28/city-council-meeting-030110.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-03-01T02:04:11ZCasino City Council Meetings Sims BowlTomorrow's Council Meeting will cover the finalization of the Casino's zoning ordinance and the fate of the Sim's Bowl property.  A synopsis and audio link will follow.  View the complete council agenda.

]]>Relay for Life Kickoff: 3/4/10http://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/2/28/relay-for-life-kickoff-3410.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-02-28T21:08:51ZACS Announcements Relay for Life

The Relay for Life Kick-Off is being held at Guiseppe's Restaurant on Lee St this Thursday, March 4th from 6:30- 8pm.  Come learn about Relay, what it takes to form a team, and how to get involved.  Free pizza and pop will be available.

The Des Plaines/Park Ridge Relay for Life will be held in the Maine West football stadium from 6pm Friday June 25 until 6am June 26th!  Teams seek pledges for their efforts walking the track for this 12 hour event.  Visit www.RelayForLifeDesPlaines.com to learn more or contact Ryan Kuhn at (847) 368-1166.  Download the Flyer!

]]>Recycle Your Computer for Freehttp://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/2/25/recycle-your-computer-for-free.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-02-25T22:59:05ZAnnouncements RecyclingThe Des Plaines Public Works & Engineering Department announces that the local Deep Green Committee, the City of Des Plaines, and PC Rebuilders and Recyclers (PCRR) are partnering to co-host a free Electronics Recycling Event taking place on Saturday, March 27 from 9am-Noon at Public Works located at 1111 Joseph J. Schwab Road.

Des Plaines residents interested in recycling their old electronics are encouraged to bring their items to this event.  Acceptable items include: all computer components, phone equipment, hand-held electronics, DVD’s, VCR’s and televisions.  This is a one day event.  Residents are reminded that the Public Works facility in not a year round recycling facility.  For more information, call the City of Des Plaines 847-391-5300 or PCRR 800-939-6000.

]]>Support Teen Alcohol/Drug Preventionhttp://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/2/17/support-teen-alcoholdrug-prevention.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-02-18T01:58:41ZAnnouncements MYCAFSupport the Maine Community Youth Assistance Foundation and their Executive Director (and 3rd Ward Resident) Margaret Polovchak as they raise funds to combat teen alcohol and drug abuse in Des Plaines and the broader Maine Township Community.  The fundraiser will be held at Cheesburger in Paradise in Metropolitan Square on Tuesday, February 23rd from 5-8pm.  Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.  Come for all you can eat dinner, soft drinks, and live music.  Contact Vickie at 847-391-5403 for more information.  Download the flyer and I hope to see you all there!  Learn more about the MYCAF by visiting their website.

]]>City Council Meeting: 02/16/10http://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/2/14/city-council-meeting-021610.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-02-14T17:49:11ZCity Council MeetingsHere is the agenda for the upcoming Council Meeting.  A synopsis and audio link will follow the meeting.  Topics of interest include the proposed creation of a new zoning clasification for the casino, the second reading of the rear yard drainage cost sharing program, and the first reading of the proposed traffic calming policy.

]]>City Council Meeting: 02/01/10http://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/2/6/city-council-meeting-020110.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-02-07T02:16:45ZDid you miss last week's Council Meetng? Listen here...

]]>1/20/10 Ward Meeting Minutes Postedhttp://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/2/6/12010-ward-meeting-minutes-posted.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-02-06T20:42:46ZMeeting Minutes Mulligan Nekritz Ward MeetingState Representatives Nekritz & Mulligan answered our questions.  Read the meeting minutes HERE.

]]>Ward Meeting: Wednesday 2/10/10http://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/2/6/ward-meeting-wednesday-21010.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-02-06T19:36:36ZDes Plaines 101 Form Based Zoning Ward MeetingTopic: The Proposed Form Based Zoning Ordinance

What will your neighborhood look like in the next 10, 20, or 30 years?  The Des Plaines Zoning Board has been working to revise the City's zoning ordinance with the goal of preserving neighborhood's values while preparing for future growth.  This month's 3rd Ward Meeting will feature our second Des Plaines 101 presentation.  Learn about the proposed Form Based Zoning ordinance and give me your thoughts before we begin the debate in Council Chambers.  Please consider bringing a neighbor; the best public policy is not made in private.

]]>January 28th - Last Day to Vote Earlyhttp://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/1/23/january-28th-last-day-to-vote-early.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-01-23T19:21:06ZAnnouncements voteThe last day to early vote is Thursday, January 28th.  Go to City Hall between the hours of 9am to 5pm to cast you vote in the February 2nd Primary.  Questions? Call the Des Plaines City Clerk's Office at 847-391-5311.

]]>Engineering Committee Minuteshttp://www.3rdward.org/ward-r3port/2010/1/21/engineering-committee-minutes.htmlAlderman Matt Bogusz2010-01-22T00:21:08ZCommittee Meetings Engineering Rear Yard Drainage Traffic Calming PolicyClick HERE to download the 1/7/10 Engineering Committee Minutes.

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