VILLAGE NEWS

VILLAGE BOARD COMMITTEE INFORMATION
The following committees have been set for the Village of West Salem. Please feel free to contact trustees for your concerns. Contact information can be found on the Village Government page of the website or contact Village Hall by phone or through this website. Asterisks (*) denote committee chairpersons.

FINANCE
Daniel Baker*
Don Millman
Larry Simms

WATER & SEWER
Don Cornelius*
Don Millman
Dan Baker

STREETS & ALLEYS
Don Millman*
Jennifer Hayes
Larry Simms

POLICE
Larry Simms*
Jennifer Hayes
Glenna Hunley

PROPERTY & BUILDINGS
Glenna Hunley*
Don Cornelius
Larry Simms

PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS
Jennifer Hayes*
Glenna Hunley
Dan Baker

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING DINNER
The Moravian Church would like to invite the community to the annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner. The dinner will be served in the Hauser Room of the Moravian Church on Thanksgiving Day from 11:30AM-1:00PM. A traditional Thanksgiving Feast will be served, free of charge, to all who come. For a ride or more information call Pat Ristvedt at 456-3166.

CHRISTMAS HAPPENINGS
LIVE NATIVITY
The Live Nativity sponsored by the churches of the Village will take place on Sunday,December 4 from 5:00PM until 7:00PM on the Village Square in West Salem. Luminaries will once again line West Church street. Refreshments will be available. There is no charge.

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AND BAKE SALE
The West Salem Mystery Quilters will host their annual Christmas sale on Saturday, December 10 from 8:00AM until 2:00PM at their building on the corner of Church St and Broadway St. Quilts, Crafts and Homebaked goodies will be available for sale. Proceeds help to finance their comfort quilts projects. For special orders or requests call 618-262-6663.

SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN
Santa will make an appearance this year at the Village Hall on Saturday, December 10 from 2:00PM until 4:00pm.

GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST
Entries for the Times-Advocate Gingerbread House contest will be on display on Saturday, December 10 at the West Salem Community Center on the northwest side of the square from 8:00AM-2:00PM. Entries for the contest must be submitted on Friday, December 9 between 9:00AM and 4:00PM. Contact the Times-Advocate for a list of rules for the contest.

NEW TRASH CANS
Are you wondering about the new trash cans that have been delivered to your home? Republic Services is converting to a new automatic truck system. The cans come in 64 gallon or 96 gallon sizes. Each customer will be allowed up to two cans for no extra charge. If you need a second can or a smaller can than was delivered to you please contact Village Hall at 456-3167. The cans must be placed facing the curb by 6:00AM on Wednesday mornings for pick-up. All trash must be in the cans in order to be picked up. Cans may not be left on the curb after Wednesday. If you need a third can, for a fee, arrangements can be made by calling Republic Services at 866-309-1859.

CHOWDER 2011!

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ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT
Just a reminder that Village ordinances prohibit blowing grass into the street when mowing. This grass gets washed into the storm sewers greatly contributing to backed up storm drains. Also new signs have been posted reminding citizens that pets are prohibited in the parks. Many complaints of citizens not cleaning up after their pets and allowing pets in the children's play area have led to the increased enforcement. We are always striving to clean up our Village. Notices will be sent out if grass and weeds are allowed to get overgrown, garbage and debris allowed to collect and we will continue to try to alleviate problems with abandoned buildings. We appreciate your cooperation as we work on improving the Village's appearance.

PENALTY ORDINANCE
The new Penalty Ordinance 2011-03 was adopted by the Village Board of West Salem, IL. It is available to view at Village Hall. This ordinance establishes the new penalties for ordinance violations in the Village of West Salem. The minimum penalty for violations is now $150.00.

COMING EVENTS
Be sure to check out our calendar page for the many coming events in our area. Chowders, festivals and contests are just some of the fun you won't want to miss. If your organization would like to be included on our calendar please call or e-mail Village Hall. Our phone # is (618) 456-3167 or use the e-mail form on this website.

THEY ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!

The local Boy Scout Troop 294 is looking for you. Are you interested in fun, adventure and learning new things? Are you up for the challenge? If you are age 11-17 contact Chris Ray @302-3780. If you are age 1st grade - 10 years old contact Christina Ray @445-7844. To learn more about the adventures of Troop 294 check out their facebook page at Wstroop Twoninefour. Here is a glimpse at some of the fun you have been missing...