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NEWS PAGE
 

Check this page to keep informed about:


the City of Prospect Heights


the Prospect Heights Public Library


the River Trails Park District


Most of the items have appeared in local newspapers and facility newsletters, but perhaps have been missed or misplaced. We hope you find them informative.



CITY OF PROSPECT HEIGHTS
  Follow the happenings in our city - check the Calendar of Events and get the meeting dates for the City Council, commissions, and committees.  Read the minutes of past City Council meetings, learn about permit requirements and get tips on crime prevention.  Visit the City of Prospect Heights web site HERE

CITY HALL

(847) 398-6070

8 N. Elmhurst Road

Prospect Heights, IL 60070


City Hall is open Monday through Thursday

8:30 am - 4:30 pm


City Hall houses the Mayors Office, City Clerks Office, Administration, Finance, Building/Zoning/Health, Engineering Departments and the Convention and Visitors Bureau.



POLICE DEPARTMENT

Non-Emergency: (847) 398-5511


14 E. Camp McDonald Road
Prospect Heights, IL 60070-1568


The Police Center is closed to the public.


IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY, ALWAYS DIAL    9-1-1.


 

Senior Citizen Information

Discount Taxicab Program

The Discount Taxicab Program is designed to provide senior citizens and disabled residents living within the corporate limits of the City of Prospect Heights with affordable, convenient transportation.The program is based on the meter fare for all rides. Residents may travel to any location outside of Prospect Heights (excluding O'Hare Airport) as well as within town. The City will pay fifty percent (50%) of the meter fare, up to $3.00 and the participant will pay the remainder.
Companies offering this discount are:


AAA 303 Cab (847) 364-0303
American Taxi (847) 253-4411
Community Cab (847) 296-1131


Call City Hall, (847) 398-6070 for a brochure.



GOVERNMENT
  YOUR REPRESENTATIVES: Here is a list of representatives presently serving the Rob Roy voting area.

Congressional District: 10 - U.S. Congressman
Robert Dold
Republican
Website: http://dold.house.gov
EMAIL: //dold.house.gov/contact-me/email-me
WASHINGTON OFFICE
212 Cannon HOB
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-4835
Fax: (202) 225-0837
NORTHBROOK OFFICE
650 Dundee Rd., Suite 380
Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone: (847) 940-0202
Fax: (847) 940-7143

Senate District: 27 - State Senator
Matt Murphy

Republican
State Website: http://www.ilga.gov/senate/Senator.asp?GA=96&MemberID=1518
Personal Website:  www.senatormattmurphy.com
Email: senatormattmurphy@gmail.com

Springfield Office:
Senator 27th District
M103E Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-4471
District Office:
Palatine Centre Atrium Offices
17 E. Northwest Hwy. - Suite 4
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 776-1490
(847) 776-1494 FAX

Representative District: 53 - State Representative
Sidney H. Mathias

Republican
State Website: http://www.ilga.gov/house/Rep.asp?GA=96&MemberID=1390
Email: repmathias@hotmail.com

Springfield Office:
200-1N Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1664
(217) 782-1275 FAX
District Office:
4256 N. Arlington Hts. Rd.
Suite 104
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
(847) 222-0061
(847) 222-0062 FAX


Prospect Heights Ward 2 - Alderman
John Styler

Email: agreenbridge@comcast.net
500 Green Bridge Lane
Prospect Heights, Il 60070-2898
(847) 398-4608


RIVER TRAILS PARK DISTRICT
  The Social/Rec committee has worked with the River Trails Park District to have their Bus stop at the Clubhouse for their Trips. Please see the newsletter for information on how to arrange the Rob Roy bus pick-up and a list of the current activities. Sign up with our Rob Roy representatives to insure the Rob Roy bus pickup.  Below are a few of the programs available this month. For more information on ALL River Trails Park District Programs, go HERE

Gypsy - Drury Lane
Wednesday, 02-29-2012
10:45AM - 4:00PM
Fees: $69.00
Description:
Winner of 3 Tony Awards, Gypsy is considered by many critics to be the greatest American musical ever written. A triumphant story of the complex bond between a mother & daughters. Based on the memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee with a soaring score including Let Me Entertain You, Some People & Everything's Coming Up Roses. Includes transportation & lunch!

The Little Traveler - Geneva, IL
Tuesday, 3-06-2012
9:30AM - 3:30PM
Fees: $15.00
Description:
Spend the day shopping at The Little Traveler. Look for incredible one-of-a-kind pieces for your home as well as unique gifts for your friends & family. Enjoy lunch on your own. Transportation included.

Shedd Aquarium
Tuesday, 3-20-2012
9:00AM - 4:00PM
Fees: $34.00
Description:
Dive into the Shedd with us! Visit the newly renovated Oceanarium for the show and explore the award winning exhibit, The Wild Reef along with all the other attractions. Lunch is on your own at your convenience at their cafes. Transportation, admission, oceanarium show and Wild Reef included.



PROSPECT HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
  Below are a few of the programs available at the library this month. For more information on ALL Prospect Heights Library programs and online registration, visit the library website HERE 

Express Your Love! Romantic Desserts with Chef Michael Maddox
Date: Thursday, 2/9/2012
Start Time: 7:00 PM
End Time: 8:30 PM
Description: Join Michael Maddox, owner and Executive Chef at Le Titi de Paris restaurant in Arlington Heights, as he creates a trio of romantic desserts. Learn how to make Vanilla Swans with Valrhona Dark Chocolate Mousse along with two other delectable desserts sure to please your special sweetheart! Recipes and tastings will be available. Earn one Ride the Reading Express winter reading book credit when you attend this program. This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Library. Please register.
Location: Borland Meeting Room

Travelers Dream: A Celtic Celebration
Date: Sunday, 2/12/2012
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Description: The acoustic music duo Traveler's Dream will present a treasury of heartwarming songs, traditional carols from the Celtic lands, and lively jigs and reels played on the Irish flute, concertina, mandolin, bouzouki, and tin whistle as well as original songs which capture the beauty and quiet mystery of winter as experienced in the Midwest. Like a soothing mug of warm wassail, these songs will kindle the spirit with their messages of hope, good cheer, the beauty of winter, and the joyful gatherings of family and friends! Please register.
Location: Borland Meeting Room

A Night at the Oscars
Date: Thursday, 2/23/2012
Start Time: 7:00 PM
End Time: 8:30 PM
Description: We roll out the red carpet for internationally-known author, film historian and critic Raymond Benson, as he discusses this year's Oscar nominations with anecdotes and film clips. Bring in your pick of winners for Best Picture, Best Actor and Actress, etc. and we will do our own voting. Please register.
Location: Borland Meeting Room






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