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Long Term Care Counseling Available

Need Help Applying for Government Programs?

Leyden Family Services will be at Village Hall on the third Wednesday of the month to help residents who have questions or need help applying for government programs including Medicare, Medicaid, and LIHEAP. Staff can also help with understanding medical bills, prescription assistance, and more. Bring your Social Security award letter and paycheck stubs that show the amount of income you receive. No appointment is necessary. Scheduled 2026 Village Hall dates are from 9 AM to Noon:

January 21^st, February 18^th,

March 18^th, ~~April 15^th~~(Canceled),

May 20^th, June 17^th,

July 15^th, August 19^th,

Sept 16^th, October 21^s^t,

November 18^th, and December 16^th

National Permit Discharge Elimination System Permit

NPDES Permit No. IL0036013

NPDES Permit No. IL0002283

Leyden Township Senior Services

Leyden Township offers a variety of services to its Senior Citizens and the Disabled.

More Information

Call 847-455-8616 to learn more or visit the Leyden Township Senior Services.

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Watch for Scams

If you receive something in the mail requesting the need to
have a worker conduct a test or an inspection in your home, please
review the information carefully to verify if it is really from
the Village. If you are unsure, please contact the Village at
(847) 671-4800 or call the Police Department at (847) 678-2444.

As a reminder, residents should always ask for identification
from anyone requesting access to their home. If you are
approached by an individual claiming to be a Village of
Franklin Park employee or a worker from a local utility,
make sure they have proper identification. You can also
check to see that they are driving a clearly marked Village
of Franklin Park or utility company vehicle. If something
seems suspicious or it just doesn’t “feel” right to you, please
call the Franklin Park Police Department at 847-678-2444.

Village Hall Closed - Monday, October 12

Trash and recycling will be picked up on Monday and Yard waste will be removed on Tuesday.

Leaf Pickup and Yard Waste Removal Information - Service Date Change

Leaf and yard waste removal service will continue through the first week of December. Leaves must be placed in brown biodegradable bags or in the Yard Waste container from Republic Services. Leaves will not be removed if they are in plastic bags or placed in the street. Bags can be purchased at local stores.

Service Change - Beginning November 2, 2026, yard waste will be removed on Mondays (Tuesday removal will continue through October 27). Also, the last week of branch pick up Is the week of October 26 (go to vofp.com for service weeks and details).

Do not blow leaves into the street because it damages street sweeper equipment and can clog sewers causing street flooding. Burning leaves is not permitted.

The Department of Public Works will sweep curbs through late November. Check signs on your block for parking restrictions. For more information, call (847) 671-8252.

Halloween Decorating Contest - Oct 27

Shred and Recycle Event - October 10, 9 AM until Noon

Drop off documents to be safely eliminated at the Police Station (two-box limit per household, remove clips and staples, accepted until the truck reaches capacity). Recycle electronics and expired or unused medications for safe disposal.

From Pod to Frost - October 10

EVENT FLYER

The Franklin Park Fire Department Open House - Saturday, October 17 from 11 AM until 2 PM.

The open house will be held at Franklin Park Station #2 located at 10001 Addison Avenue. Learn about important fire prevention techniques, tour the facility, and meet your local firefighters! Refreshments will be served.

Tree Preservation Commission and Bee Committee Seminar - Oct 17

Senior Health & Resource Fair – October 23, 10 AM – 2 PM

Vaccine Clinic - get flu and Covid booster vaccines. Franklin Park Manila Lions Club will provide free hearing and retinal screenings. Secretary of State Mobile DMV – appointment required, see attached flyer. Register to vote, turn in expired medications, and more!

Buckthorn Removal 2026

We Are All Responsible for Sharing the Road Safely

As the use of e-bikes continues to grow in our area, promoting safe and responsible riding remains a top priority for the Village. Whether driving, bicycling, or walking, we are all responsible for sharing the road safely with other vehicles and users. To view safety tips that will help everyone reach their destination safely:

Road Safety Tips

Lead Service Line

In accordance with Illinois EPA Lead and Cooper Rule and the Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) requirements, the Village has completed a Lead Service Line Inventory and a Lead Service Line Replacement Plan. These documents outline the location of service line materials and the Village’s approach to replacing lead lines.

Please review the links below for more information (see attached docs)

Lead Service Line Inventory

Lead Service Line Replacement Plan

Working Together to Keep Our Community Clean

The Village of Franklin Park retains Orkin to set and regularly maintain rodent bait boxes throughout town. BUT the problem cannot be solved with bait boxes alone. It takes a community-wide effort to control the problem and we need YOUR help!

The best way to solve the problem is for residents to eliminate all sources of food and places to breed on your property. Please take the following rodent control actions immediately:

Keep trash and recycling containers tightly closed – never put trash bags on the ground or on top of containers. Clean up all spills quickly.

The Village is issuing tickets for any garbage overflowing out of containers and on the ground. Residents can rent an additional trash bin for $4 per month, plus a $15 delivery fee.

Clean up your yard and eliminate clutter and debris. Rodents will breed and nest in tires, machinery, old vehicles, unmaintained pools, improperly stored firewood, rock, mulch, and grass piles, or garden debris.

Mow your lawn on a regular basis and eliminate weeds in yards, alleys, and areas behind homes. Overgrown lawns and weeds are breeding grounds for rodents and insects. The Village is issuing tickets to homeowners if their grass is over six inches high.

Do not leave pet food or water bowls outside which can attract unwanted wildlife. Pick ripe fruits and vegetables in your garden right away to eliminate a food source for pests and insects. Do not feed the birds or other animals because you are feeding the rats too.

Keep compost containers tightly sealed - it can be a food source for rodents.

Maintain building foundations under sheds, porches, steps, and garages to prevent rodents from burrowing in these locations.

Please DO NOT tamper with Orkin’s bait boxes or move them into your backyard. DO NOT throw the bait boxes in the trash. Only Orkin technicians should handle bait boxes.

If you are disabled or elderly and need assistance complying, call (847) 671-4800. If you see properties that need to be maintained, please call the Village.

Clean-up After Your Pets – It is Feeding the Rats

Always clean-up after your pets immediately, even on your own property. Dog waste is also a food supply for rodents. Tickets will be issued to anyone who doesn't comply. Remember to carry extra waste bags with you wherever you go with your dog and please keep your pets on a leash. Thank you for your consideration!

Reported Mail Delays in Our Area – Please Use Online Bill Pay

Residents have informed the Village that they are experiencing on-going mail delivery service delays. As a result, residents are receiving mail from the Village, including their water bills later than in the past. The Village is in contact with the Franklin Park Post Office regarding the service delays and will post updates on our website. Therefore, the Village recommends that residents sign up for the free water bill payment option to avoid slow mail service causing late fees. There is NO convenience fee or any other fee charged for this service. Set up an account through here.

LIHEAP Programs - Heating and Electric Assistance Available

To learn more:

General Flyer

General Flyer Spanish

Furnace Assistance Flyer

Have Questions About Your Water Bill?

Have Questions About Water Bills? Download our Fact Sheet here

Preguntas_de_Fracturas_de_el_Agua_24.pdf

Fakty! Odpowiedzi na pytania dotyczące rachunkow za wode

Download the presentation regarding water bills and equipment upgrades: WATER BILLING

To read more: public_works

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October 2026

Our Giving Community

I am always impressed at the kind and giving spirit demonstrated by our residents. One such act of generosity took place on September 11, 2026, as we marked the 25th anniversary of the horrific attacks on our country.

While in elementary school, Travis Hall often honored the memory of the emergency personnel who rushed to help their fellow Americans on the anniversary of 9-11 by soliciting donations from area restaurants to feed our firefighters.

Travis is now away at college, but with the assistance of his mother who coordinated the delivery of food, our on-duty firefighters were treated to lunch again this year as we remembered those who gave their lives in service at Ground Zero.

In the aftermath of that terrible day, America came together and remembered that we are one nation, indivisible. Thank you, Travis, for reminding us that we are a community united in our belief that we should care for each other.

Hometown Favorites - Butterfinger and Baby Ruth

The iconic candy bars Butterfinger and Baby Ruth are produced by Ferrero right here in Franklin Park. Show your hometown support by purchasing these sweet treats at our local Jewel Foods store and handing them out to trick-or-treaters, at a Trunk or Treat event, or your Halloween party. As a corporate citizen, Ferrero has answered the call every time to support our town by donating candy for Santa to distribute to children at our holiday Tree Lighting and at the Park District’s Fall Fest Parade. They also invested $75 million in a facility in our town that produces Nutella Peanut, their newest product line!

The Village has established the hours of 3 to 7 PM for Trick or Treating on Saturday, October 31. Be safe and have fun!

Mayor Barrett Pedersen

Mayor Barrett Pedersen and longtime resident Chuck Curtis proudly marked the 50^th anniversary of military service to our country in the US Air Force. The two men were Eagle Scouts together too!

Franklin Park Fest

Help Keep Our Community Clean

Franklin Park Plaza

Inscríbete para recibir las noticias de nuestra comunidad en Español llamando al (847) 671-8236 o por correo al Email Mayors Office

Jeśli chcielibyście Państwo otrzymywać nasz biuletyn lub inne informacje w języku polskim, prosimy o kontakt pod numerem (847) 671-8252 lub na email Email Ewelina Kubkowski