On January 1st, the Smoke Free Illinois Act (Senate Bill 500, Public Act 95-0017) passed by the State of Illinois became effective. Per the legislation, this act will be enforced by local law enforcement agencies including the Clarendon Hills Police Department.

Smoking will be prohibited in all indoor public places and places of employment as well as within 15 feet of entrances, exits, windows, and ventilation intakes. Public places include, but are not limited to, hospitals, restaurants, bars, taverns, retail stores, offices, commercial establishments, indoor theaters, libraries, museums, concert halls, educational facilities, nursing homes, an enclosed or partially enclosed sports arena, schools, meeting rooms, exhibition halls, conventional polling places, private clubs, gaming facilities, lobbies, bowling alleys, skating rinks, and public student dormitories. Places of employment include, but are not limited to, offices, work areas, restrooms, conference rooms, break rooms, and cafeterias.

Any person who smokes in a prohibited area shall be fined from $100 to $250. Any person who owns, operates, or otherwise controls a public place or place of employment that violates the act shall be fined not less that $250 for the first violation, not less than $500 for the second violation within one year after the fist violation, and not less than $2,500 for each additional violation within one year after the first violation.

– Source: Clarendon Hills Village News Letter (Jan/08)

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Using estimates provided by the Downers Grove Township Assessor, an 8.2% increase in the Village’s current Assessed Valuation is projected; from $478,703,146 to $517,956,804. Last year the Assessor projected a 15% increase, which was later reduced by the County to an 11.2% increase. The 8.2% increase in assessed value may change after being reviewed by the County again this year.

Increases in the assessed valuation are tied to the new construction that has occurred within the Village. Estimates received from the Tax Assessor show the new construction value this year at $14,989,930; a decrease of 1% from the prior year’s value of $15,128,030.

The actual 2007 assessed valuation will not be known until April 2008. At that time, the Board will be given the opportunity to review the levy before it becomes final, although it cannot be increased at that time. If the projections and assumptions made in preparing the 2007 tax levy fall short, the County will reduce the levy to conform to the Tax Limitation Act. Collection of the 2007 property tax will begin in June 2008.

The proposed 2007 tax levy for the Village is 5.63% higher than the 2006 final extended levy. The total dollar increase is $158,133 and the projected tax rate is .5544 per hundred dollars of assessed valuation. Last year’s final rate was .5679. This would mean a rate decrease of 1.35 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. Including the Library levy, the increase is $187,544, with an overall increase of 5.63% and a total rate of .6609. This rate is 1.61 cents per $100 of assessed valuation less than last year.

Based upon the average sale price of a home in Clarendon Hills of $813,796 (October 2006), the taxes paid to the Village next year would be $1,504. This is a decrease from this year’s taxes of $1,541 calculated on the same home value. However, this does not take into account any reassessment that may be applied to the home.

– Source: Clarendon Hills Village News Letter (Jan/08)

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The homes of Clarendon Hills reflect the town’s heritage as well as its diversity. Various sizes and designs sprawl about the suburban landscape, displaying a wide range of architectural styles and homeowner’s tastes. Cape cods, ranches and split levels are predominant, and new housing units have been built in the recent years. Homebuyers can choose from newer single-family residences, elegant condominiums and town homes, and stately older homes in a wide range of values.

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Clarendon Hills is located in DuPage County, Illinois with a population of 7,610 (2000 census). The best kept secret in the western suburbs.” That’s what the residents of Clarendon Hills say about their community. This friendly village is a quiet haven away from the bustle of Chicago but close enough so that residents can take advantage of all the city’s amenities. Not that they need to. Clarendon Hills has its own active business center and countless community activities to explore. This distinctive Village offers charm and convenience in a community that is bursting with pride. With approximately 8,047 residents, Clarendon Hills continues to prosper, and welcomes families, individuals and businesses to discover everything that makes it such a wonderful place to build a life.

Transportation:
The Village of Clarendon Hills is located just 19 miles west of Chicago in DuPage County. Several major interstates and highways are accessible from the area, including Route 83, I-88, I-55, I-290 and I-294. Both of Illinois’ major international airports, O’Hare and Midway, are within 15 miles of Clarendon Hills. The Village is adjacent to a high-tech research corridor that includes Fermi Lab and Argonne National Laboratory. Neighboring cities include Westmont, Hinsdale, Willowbrook and Oak Brook. The Village’s proximity to downtown Chicago (the Loop) encourages commuter travel for work and for pleasure. Train service to Union Station in downtown Chicago is available daily through the Metra Burlington Northern rail line.

Park District
The Clarendon Hills Park District maintains seven parks on nearly 40 acres. Prospect Park, the area’s largest recreational facility, features a variety of amenities, including tennis and basketball courts, a sledding hill, a fishing pond, playground equipment, a sand volleyball court, in-line skating, a picnic area and a community center. The Park District also oversees Lions Park Pool. This community facility features a zero-depth pool, a competitive pool, a water slide, a toddler pool, a sand play area, pool-side concession stand, sand volleyball and a picnic area.

Area Parks:
Blackhawk Park
Steeves Park
Hosek Park
Park Avenue Park
Prospect Park
Walker Park
Lions Park Pool
Shopping:
A quaint business area, local retailers, restaurants, nearby malls and more link Clarendon Hills to its residents and visitors with resources to satisfy virtually every need. Local stores and service providers in Clarendon Hills include grocery stores, salons, banks, pharmacies and everyday convenience stores. Dining in town can be casual or elegant. A variety of restaurants offer family-style dining, ethnic cuisines or treats on the go. Even more options can be found in neighboring towns as well as in nearby Chicago.

Nearby Oak Brook Center has become known across the United States. Beautifully landscaped, the open-air and recently renovated mall houses upscale department stores such as Nordstrom, Marshall Fields and Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store. More than 160 distinctive specialty shops fill the mall, and 18 restaurants serve a variety of meals.
– Source: Village Profile (2/5/08)

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