The recent economic decline has resulted in an increase in foreclosures as well as rental unit increases within the community. In response, the Village is considering expanding the residential rental program to make sure rental units within Woodridge are being maintained in a safe and secure manner. These proposed changes to the residential rental program still need to be considered by the Village Board, and if approved, would be phased in over the next year (after the adoption of the ordinance). An informational meeting for all Multi-family and Single family rental unit owners and managing agents will be held on Wednesday, February 22, at 5:00 p.m. at Village Hall, 5 Plaza Dr. in the Werch Board Room. For more information, please call Allen Fennell, Community Development Department at (630) 719-4750. Click here for more information on the program.

An informational presentation regarding electric aggregation will be held on Tuesday, February 21st, at 6:00 p.m. at the Woodridge Village Hall in the Werch Board Room. Village Hall is located at 5 Plaza Drive.

The referendum question on the March 20, 2012 ballot reads:
“Shall the Village of Woodridge have the authority to arrange for the supply of electricity for its residential and small commercial retail customers who have not opted out of such program?”

What:  In 2010, the Illinois State Legislature gave municipalities a tool to help consumers save money.  The State gave municipalities the ability to seek competitive pricing for the provision of electricity to residents and small businesses. 

How:  In order to seek competitive prices for electrical services for our residents, the Village of Woodridge needs approval from residents through a referendum.  The Village Board has placed the needed referendum regarding residential and small business electrical services on the March 20th Ballot. The referendum asks our residents if the Village should have the authority to seek competitive pricing bids for electrical services under a single contract that would include residents and small businesses. 

Why: It is hoped that by combining electrical service for all individual customers into a single bid, consumers will have lower electric bills and save money. 

On Thursday, January 20th, Mayor William F. Murphy presented the annual State of the Village address to a crowd gathered at Bobak’s Signature Room in the Seven Bridges development.  The presentation, entitled The Strength of Our Business Community, highlighted efforts made by the Village to support the business community, new developments and businesses in the Village, community events supported by Woodridge businesses, companies that have a longstanding history of operating in the Village, and future efforts targeted to continue collaboration with local businesses to ensure their success.

The presentation concluded with the recognition of six businesses that have been in Woodridge for over 25 years.  The businesses include Rosati’s Pizza, Village Barbers, Jewel Osco, Wilton, Swimmers Edge, and Paolucci Jewelers.  Thank you to the attendees and Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce for holding the breakfast.  Click on the following links for a copy of the Mayor’s script and the presentation slides.

The Village of Woodridge and the ProLogis Foundation have up to five $1,000 awards for Woodridge High School Seniors attending college in the fall. The primary criteria for applicants are: Woodridge residency, good citizenship, leadership potential, community or campus involvement, and academic excellence. Scholarship applications are judged by a panel of educators selected by the Mayor of the Village of Woodridge. Applications and the scholarship brochure can be found in high school guidance offices, at the Woodridge Village Hall or online. Click here for the brochure and here for the application. Completed applications must be returned to the high school guidance office by February 24th. If you have any questions, please contact Leslie Davies at (630) 719-4706.