WC Fire District will explainwhy it needs more money

The West Chicago Fire Protection District is holding an informational meeting concerning its upcoming referendum in the April 17 consolidated election at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 15, at Currier School, 800 Gary's Mill Road. The referendum involves the construction of two new fire stations and the provision of extra firefighter/paramedics.

Something fishy going on in Warrenville preserve

Trout season will open at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County one hour after sunrise Saturday, April 7, and in preparation, the district will stock three forest preserve lakes with rainbow trout to create better fishing opportunities.

Silver Lake at Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville will be stocked with about 4,200 fish, Deep Quarry Lake at West Branch Forest Preserve in Bartlett with about 2,000 fish and Grove Lake at Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve in Wood Dale with about 350 fish. To allow the trout to acclimate to their new environments, the three lakes will be closed to all fishing from Thursday, March 15 through Friday, April 6.
Anglers ages 16 and older are required to have valid Illinois fishing licenses with inland trout stamps in their possession. While the Forest Preserve District encourages catch-and-release fishing, the creel limit is five trout per day.

The district produces the free guide “Fishing in DuPage County.” This publication offers information about fishing locations and regulations. To obtain a copy, call the district’s visitor services weekdays at (630) 933-7248.

Umpires needed to call balls, strikes

Winfield In Action needs umpires ages 14 and older for both softball and baseball starting this spring. Those interested may contact Deb Moran at winfieldinaction@sbcglobal.net.

Emergency railroad repair to close Roosevelt Road

An emergency repair will be performed by the Union Pacific Railroad on the westbound side of the Roosevelt Road (Route 38) crossing, at Kautz Road on the border of West Chicago and Geneva from Saturday, March 10, through Monday, March 12.

Advance warning message boards notifying motorists of the closure were posted Feb. 28, on Roosevelt Road.

The detour for westbound traffic only will utilize Fabyan Parkway west to Kirk Road north to Roosevelt Road. Eastbound Roosevelt Road traffic will remain open at the crossing. Drivers should expect delays and seek alternate routes of travel.

For additional information on the closure, contact David Kruser, manager of track maintenance with Union Pacific Railroad, at (630) 876-2717.

Fortner invites public to his new district office

State Rep. Mike Fortner, R-95th District, West Chicago, will hold an open house at his new district office from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 12, at 135 Fremont St. Refreshments will be served.

“This is an opportunity for constituents to discuss concerns or issues or just visit,” Fortner said. “I look forward to meeting the residents of the 95th District. I hope that if they ever have any questions or concerns they would contact my office.”

Fortner can be reached in West Chicago at (630) 293-9344, or in Springfield at (217) 782-1653.

Winfield Township’s Republicans host dinner

The Winfield Township Republican Central Committee Dinner is Friday, March 16, at the Courtyard Restaurant, 3S520 Route 59 In Warrenville. Social hour with a cash bar is at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m.

“Our annual dinner has been the primary social event for township Republicans for more than years and is open to all in the community who would like to attend,” said John Smith, chairman of the Winfield Township Republicans.

Tickets cost $45 per person. A cash bar will be available and a live DJ will provide musical entertainment. Individuals who would like to purchase tickets can contact Chris Stull at (630) 293-6659 or Mike Konewko at (630) 231-5500. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.

Winfield Township covers major portions of the municipalities and unincorporated areas around Warrenville, West Chicago, and Winfield. The township’s Republican Central Committee currently consists of 35 committeemen from those areas who have been elected or appointed to serve precincts within the township.

Warrenville gears up for 17th annual bowlathon

Warrenville Youth and Family Services has more than 35 teams registered to bowl and raise funds in support of the community programs WYFS offers during a bowlathon from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 10, at Bowling Green Sports Center in West Chicago.

Warrenville Mayor David Brummel will throw out the ceremonial first ball and play on a team in support of WYFS.

Local businesses have donated more than 30 prizes, including White Sox tickets, Bulls tickets, overnight stays in area hotels, various restaurant gift certificates and jewelry. In addition, Family Foods will give away gift certificates to anyone who bowls a turkey.
People can still register a team, donate a raffle prize, sponsor a bowler or sign up for lane sponsorship. Lane sponsorships are available for $100 and includes a sign with the company name.

For more information, call Linda Miller at (630) 682-1910, Ext. 244.

WYFS was founded in 1984 by Outreach Community Ministries with support from Warrenville churches, civic leaders and the United Way. The agency coordinates individual and family counseling, educational seminars, information referral services, Hispanic outreach, crisis intervention and the Quest youth program.