Come and say you were there! The Library is trying out a new way of giving teens access to fun and information. For one day only on Thursday, March 11 at 3 p.m., in Nomura Room C, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

We’ll roll out our collection of laptops for teens to use. Use them for fun, group study, or just because they’re in a room with comfy furniture. Tell us what you think and take home a surprise.

No registration required but the teens participating in the program must have Internet access on their Library cards.

For more information about this program and other teen programs, contact the Adult Services desks, general phone number is 630-961-4100; extensions are: Nichols Library, ext. 6311; Naper Boulevard Library, ext. 2201; and 95th Street Library, ext. 4941. If you need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

Be part of an exciting life-sized board game! Students, compete to answer trivia questions and do physical challenges based on the book, “The Lightning Thief.” Roll enormous dice and flip oversized physical challenge cards to determine your next move. Limited to children in grades three to five, no registration is required.

 Dates and locations for Bookopoly: “The Lightning Thief” are Thursday, March 11 at 4 p.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95^th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.; and Thursday, April 8, at 4 p.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.

 For more information, call one of the Children’s Services departments, general number 961-4100, and extensions:  Nichols Library, ext. 6128; Naper Boulevard Library, ext. 2208; and 95^th Street Library, ext. 4961. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

Ladies and Gentlemen! Boys and Girls! Come to the Library’s Big Top for a spectacular event. Step right up for stories, music, games, and lots of fun! You’ll even bring home a souvenir craft from your “Day at the Circus.” No registration is required for this program for children ages 3 to 5 with a caregiver.

Program dates and times are  Friday, March 12, 1 p.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.;  and Friday, March 26, 10:30 a.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.,

Free tax counseling and 2009 tax return preparation (Federal and State of Illinois) for households earning under $49,000. Bring proof of identification, Social Security Cards, Wage and Earnings Statements (Forms W-2), Interest Income from Banks (Form 1099) and a copy of 2008 tax returns. Sponsored by Benedictine University, North Central College, Notre Dame Club of Greater DuPage.

Call Mario Mauro, 630-355-7177, with any questions.

The annual West Suburban Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held in downtown Naperville on Saturday, March 13 beginning at 10 a.m.

Route information, as well as parade lineup information, can be found at 

See the time-honored method of collecting sap the old-fashioned way during Maple Sugaring Days at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 13 and from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 14. Sample the pleasing taste of maple syrup and take home maple sugar and maple syrup recipes. Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors and $6.50 for youth ages 4 -17.

For more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Little Friends, Inc. by participating in the second annual Little Irish for Little Friends event from 1 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 13. For just $25, you can join in on the fun as part of this moveable celebration visiting three downtown Naperville establishments. This festive celebration will move every 90 minutes and includes complimentary food and drink specials, with 100 percent of the entrance fee benefiting Little Friends, Inc. The three participating establishments are Blackfinn American Saloon, 16 W. Jefferson Ave.; Sullivan’s Steakhouse, 244 S. Main St.; and Grumpy Bulldog, 7 W. Jackson Ave. Reservations can be made through one of the three participating establishments or by contacting Little Friends, Inc. at (630) 355-6533. The cost is $25 per person.

For more information, call (630) 355-6533.

North Central College will host “Chords for Kids,” the fourth annual free concert for children with autism and their families, at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 13 in Wentz Concert Hall at the Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave. The college's Concert Winds ensemble will perform works selected for an audience whose members are free to talk, clap, make noise and move around during the performance. Wheelchair seating is available. Patrons are asked to make reservations by Thursday, March 11 by contacting the Autism Society of Illinois at (630) 691-1270 or by e-mail at info@autismillinois.org.

For more information, visit www.chordsforkids.org or

Up With People, a high-energy, upbeat, family-friendly entertainment group, will be coming to Naperville for a weekend of performances and community service projects while staying with local host families. A cast of 80 young people, representing 19 countries, will prepare for two incredible musical performances to be held at North Central College’s Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton, on Saturday, March 13, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 14, at 2 p.m.  The group will also appear in Naperville ’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade and lead community service projects with Naperville School Districts 203 and 204. Up With People is a nonprofit organization that uses the performing arts to deliver messages of hope and goodwill throughout the world. Ticket information is available at www.finearts.northcentralcollege.edu or by calling the box office at (630) 637-SHOW. Up with People’s visit to Naperville is sponsored by RR Donnelley and Sons.  Heritage YMCA, KidsMatter, Kidz Kabaret and NCO Youth and Family Services are the beneficiaries of the show proceeds.

For more information, please visit

The Naperville Park District’s Concert Dance Ensemble will perform a showcase from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 13 at the Naperville North High School Auditorium, 899 N. Mill St. The performance will feature a collection of dances from classical ballet to jazz to modern dances. Tickets are $6 if purchased by Thursday, March 11 and $8 if purchased after March 11 or at the door. Tickets may be purchased at www.napervilleparks.org, at the Park District’s Administration Building at 320 W. Jackson Ave. or at the door of the performance.

For more information, call (630) 848-5000 or visit 

See the time-honored method of collecting sap the old-fashioned way during Maple Sugaring Days at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 13 and from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 14. Sample the pleasing taste of maple syrup and take home maple sugar and maple syrup recipes. Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors and $6.50 for youth ages 4 -17.

For more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit

Up With People, a high-energy, upbeat, family-friendly entertainment group, will be coming to Naperville for a weekend of performances and community service projects while staying with local host families. A cast of 80 young people, representing 19 countries, will prepare for two incredible musical performances to be held at North Central College’s Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton, on Saturday, March 13, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 14, at 2 p.m.  The group will also appear in Naperville ’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade and lead community service projects with Naperville School Districts 203 and 204. Up With People is a nonprofit organization that uses the performing arts to deliver messages of hope and goodwill throughout the world. Ticket information is available at www.finearts.northcentralcollege.edu or by calling the box office at (630) 637-SHOW. Up with People’s visit to Naperville is sponsored by RR Donnelley and Sons.  Heritage YMCA, KidsMatter, Kidz Kabaret and NCO Youth and Family Services are the beneficiaries of the show proceeds.

For more information, please visit

Weaving music with stories, singer and songwriter Lee Murdock presents a compelling story of Irish immigrants in Illinois from 7 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, March 14, during this presentation of the History Speaks Lecture Series at Naper Settlement’s Century Memorial Chapel, 523 S. Webster St. As they came to America to build their new lives in a foreign land, the Irish also were essential in building the canals, railroads and towns that became Illinois and America. Both traditional ballads and modern historical songs will be featured. This presentation is for all ages. Advance tickets are $6 per person and $5 per student and Naperville Heritage Society Sustaining member. Tickets at the door are $7 per person and $6 per student.

For tickets and more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit

Meetings are usually held on the third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in Room 247 at the Municipal Center.

http://www.naperville.il.us/bpac.aspx

City Council meetings are held every first and third Tuesday of the month unless otherwise noted. Dates are subject to change.

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Do you have a child with special needs? Please join us for a 30-minute storytime designed with your child in mind. Books and songs will be shared by staff using a variety of methods, including a communication board and visualizer. A sign language interpreter is available upon request.

Registration is encouraged, but not required. All ages and abilities are welcome with an adult caregiver. Program dates and times are Tuesday, March 16. at 4:30 p.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.; and Monday, April 12 at 4:30 p.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

For more information, call one of the Children’s Services departments, general number 961-4100, and extensions:  Nichols Library, ext. 6128; Naper Boulevard Library, ext. 2208; and 95th Street Library, ext. 4961.

There was a family having fun and BINGO was the reason. Kids, bring the whole family to the library for a fun night of B-I-N-G-O antics! We’ll provide the cards, the markers, and lots of fun. Children of all ages are welcome with caregiver. No registration required for this program that will be held on Tuesday, March 16 at 7 p.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

 For more information, call one of the Children’s Services departments, general number 961-4100, and extensions:  Nichols Library, ext. 6128; Naper Boulevard Library, ext. 2208; and 95^th Street Library, ext. 4961. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

All meetings of the Board of Library Trustees of the City of Naperville are open to the public. The Meeting Agenda and Minutes are available in PDF format (Portable Document Format) on the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org. NOTE: Meeting place and dates subject to change.

Nichols Library
200 W. Jefferson Ave.
630-961-4100x.6150
www.naperville-lib.org

The Plan Commission usually meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Due to meeting room shortages, there may occasionally be a meeting planned on a Thursday. Dates may also be subject to change.

The Weed Ladies Spring Floral Design Sale features one-of-a-kind seasonal dried and silk floral arrangements. The sale will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 18 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, March 19 and Saturday, March 20. Admission is free to the sale that is held in the historic Daniels House at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St.

For more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit

Board the Magic School Bus™ for a trip back in time to Dinosaur Land. Learn some fun dino-factosaurs, do a dino-activitysaurus or two, and make your own paper dinosaur to take home.

Online registration is required to attend this program for students in grades one to three. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.info, or at any of the Adult or Children’s service desks at the three Library buildings. Program dates and times are Thursday, March 18 at 4 p.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.; and Tuesday, April 6 at 4 p.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

For more information, call one of the Children’s Services departments, general number 961-4100, and extensions:  Nichols Library, ext. 6128; Naper Boulevard Library, ext. 2208; and 95th Street Library, ext. 4961. If you need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

The Weed Ladies Spring Floral Design Sale features one-of-a-kind seasonal dried and silk floral arrangements. The sale will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 18 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, March 19 and Saturday, March 20. Admission is free to the sale that is held in the historic Daniels House at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St.

For more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit

Come play some popular Wii™ games for kids at the Library. These gaming sessions will be geared for grades 3 – 5, but all are welcome to play.

No registration required for this event.  Dates and times are: Friday, March 19 at 2 p.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.; and Tuesday, April 13 at 3:30 p.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.

For more information, call one of the Children’s Services departments, general number 961-4100, and extensions:  Nichols Library, ext. 6128; Naper Boulevard Library, ext. 2208; and 95th Street Library, ext. 4961. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

The Festival includes an all you can eat breakfast of pancakes, sausages, and beverages of all kinds.  This exciting event for the entire family also offers entertainment for all ages and a giant raffle with over 200 prizes graciously donated by local businesses. Musical entertainment will be provided by students from Naperville's Junior High School bands. Other entertainment will include magicians, games with prizes,  face-painting, clowns, jugglers, and an interactive display from the DuPage Children's Museum. Tickets are $6 at the door with preschool children free.  Tickets may be purchased in advance for only  $5 at Casey's Foods in Naperville Plaza, Oswald's Pharmacy in Naperville Plaza, and all Naperville area branches of U.S. Bank – Downtown, Market Meadows, and White Eagle.

For additional information contact: Fred Graham - 630-355-3184 - mary_graham@comcast.net or John Kroening – 630-420-2611 -  mjkroening@wowway.com

Free tax counseling and 2009 tax return preparation (Federal and State of Illinois) for households earning under $49,000. Bring proof of identification, Social Security Cards, Wage and Earnings Statements (Forms W-2), Interest Income from Banks (Form 1099) and a copy of 2008 tax returns. Sponsored by Benedictine University, North Central College, Notre Dame Club of Greater DuPage.

Call Mario Mauro, 630-355-7177, with any questions.

The Weed Ladies Spring Floral Design Sale features one-of-a-kind seasonal dried and silk floral arrangements. The sale will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 18 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, March 19 and Saturday, March 20. Admission is free to the sale that is held in the historic Daniels House at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St.

For more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit

The DuPage Symphony Orchestra (DSO) continues its “In Nature’s Realm” concert subscription series with “At the Foothills of Spring” at 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 20 at North Central College’s Wentz Concert Hall in the Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave. During the “At the Foothills of Spring” intermission, as well as before and after the concert, audience members can view the artwork of the winners of the annual Naperville Woman’s Club’s Young Artist Contest. Ticket prices for the concert are $28 for adults, $25 for seniors and $11 for students. Tickets can be purchased by calling (630) 637-7469 or by visiting http://tickets.noctrl.edu. Advance ticket purchase is recommended.

For more information, call (630) 778-1003 or visit

Naperville Junior Women's Club is holding a new member orientation meeting on Monday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m. Please view our Web site for more information at www.napervillejuniors.org. The meeting information is located on our calendar page. Please click on the link to RSVP or call our hotline at (630) 575-9567 for more information. We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic women to join our club. Each year our members give thousands of hours of service to the community and thousands of dollars to various charitable organizations including Safety Town.

The Naperville Garden Club will meet at 8:45 a.m. for continental breakfast and business meeting on Wednesday, March 24, at the White Eagle Golf Club, Naperville, IL.  Following the business meeting, Susan Grupp, will present "Kermit Was Wrong:  It's Easy Being Green."

The cost of breakfast is $12 for members and $13 for guests.

Reservations are necessary and should be called in 10 days before the meeting to Joyce at 630-357-4022.  This event is open to the public.

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5 fingers and 5 toes
2 eyes and 1 nose!
Explore numbers and counting with your little one during the “Count on Me” program. We will share stories, songs and rhymes and make a simple craft to enjoy at home together. This program is for children from birth to 23 months old and their caregivers. Online registration is required for each child and caregiver. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.info, or at any of the Adult or Children’s service desks at the three Library buildings.

Program dates and times are: Wednesday, March 24, 11:30 a.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.; Thursday, April 15, 1:30 p.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.; and Thursday, May 6, 10 a.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

For more information about this and other programs, visit www.naperville-lib.info.  If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

Naperville Junior Women's Club is holding our general meeting on Wednesday, March 24 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at Mimi's Cafe at 2656 Show Place Drive, Naperville. Please view our Web site for more information at www.napervillejuniors.org. The meeting information is located on our calendar page or call our hotline at (630) 575-9567 for more information.  We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic women to join our club. Each year our members give thousands of hours of service to the community and thousands of dollars to various charitable organizations including Safety Town. Please come to our meeting to see how you can be a part of this amazing group of ladies.

Meetings are usually held every fourth Thursday of the month in Meeting Rooms B & C. Dates may be subject to change. To confim meeting dates or obtain more information, contact Project Assistant Sam McCarthy at (630) 548-2974.

Ladies and Gentlemen! Boys and Girls! Come to the Library’s Big Top for a spectacular event. Step right up for stories, music, games, and lots of fun! You’ll even bring home a souvenir craft from your “Day at the Circus.” No registration is required for this program for children ages 3 to 5 with a caregiver.  Join the circus on Friday, March 26, 10:30 a.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.,

For more information about this and other programs, visit www.naperville-lib.info.  If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

Take a blind taste test to vote on Naperville’s best pizza Friday, March 26 at 6 p.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.! Pizzas are being provided by different local pizza restaurants. Vote on these categories: best crust, best sauce, cheesiest, best pepperoni pizza, best vegetables, healthiest, best overall taste, best appearance. Participating restaurants are Nancy’s Pizza, Little Italian Pizza, Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria, Pizza Fusion, domino’s Pizza, Giordano’s, Gino’s East, Rosati’s Pizza, Aurelio’s Pizza of Naperville, Naperville and Pizza Hut. The winning pizza restaurants will be displayed in the Library’s Teen area and posted on the Library’s homepage. There will also be a pizza trivia contest.

This program is open to all teens in grades 6-12, no registration required. This program partially funded by the Gendell Family Foundation. Special thanks to the participating restaurants for their generous donations.

For more information about this program and other teen programs, contact the Adult Services desks, general phone number is 630-961-4100; extensions are: Nichols Library, ext. 6311; Naper Boulevard Library, ext. 2201; and 95th Street Library, ext. 4941. If you need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

Get step-by-step instructions in how to trace your family history using the Library’s premium, online databases on Saturday, March 27 at 10 a.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

Federal census records, obituaries and death notices, passenger lists, and other important sources will be featured. This class is free, and participants will have a chance to practice in class!

This workshop is limited to 17 participants and online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.info, or at any of the Adult or Children’s service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about this and other programs, visit www.naperville-lib.info.  If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

Teens, wondering about gift ideas for that special upcoming birthday? Looking for the perfect frame for your most memorable photos? Come to the Library and make your own original picture frame on Tuesday, March 30 at 2 p.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.

The Library will provide the frame and materials; all you have to do is come in with your ideas on how to decorate it. Don’t forget to bring your favorite images and pictures for your frame!

Online registration is required to attend this program and seating is limited. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.info, or at any of the Adult or Children’s service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about this and other programs, visit www.naperville-lib.info.  If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

Teach a senior citizen, like your grandma or grandpa, how to play Wii Sports™, Mario Kart™, or Dance Dance Revolution (DDR)™ on the Nintendo Wii™. To make everything more fun, all these video games will be projected on a big screen. In addition to video games, card games and board games will also be available. Refreshments will be served. The senior, teen program will be held Tuesday, March 30 at 3 p.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

Online registration for both teens and seniors is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.info, or at any of the Adult or Children’s service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about this program and other teen programs, contact the Adult Services desks, general phone number is 630-961-4100; extensions are: Nichols Library, ext. 6311; Naper Boulevard Library, ext. 2201; and 95th Street Library, ext. 4941. If you need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

Zebras and Penguins and Pandas, Oh My! It’s a wonderful world and this Naperville Public Library program will explore all sorts of things that are black and white through stories, songs, activities and a craft.

This program is for children of all ages with caregivers and no registration is required. Program dates and times are Wednesday, March 31 at 11:30 a.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.; and Thursday, April 8 at 11:30 a.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

For more information about this and other programs, visit www.naperville-lib.info.  If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call 630-961-4100, ext. 2234.

The Naperville Park District’s Flashlight Egg Hunt will take place from 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 1 at Knoch Knolls Park, 336 Knoch Knolls Road. This event for children ages nine through 13 will let them hunt for prize-filled eggs under the stars. Refreshments will be served. Attendees are asked to bring a flashlight and a bag or basket for the eggs and prizes. Parents must be present with their children but may not assist them during the egg hunt. Pre-registration is required.

For more information, call (630) 848-5000 or visit

On Saturday, April 3, 2010 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. the public is invited to The Compass Church for its Easter eXplosion event. This event is free of charge.

Activities include:

• Multiple Easter egg hunts, organized by children’s ages (2 years through 6th grade). We’ll be hunting for 12,000 Easter eggs filled with prizes and candy - a record number of Easter eggs for The Compass!
• A special Easter egg hunt for special needs children.
• Petting zoo, indoor and outdoor
• Obstacle courses for preschool and elementary
• Cookie decorating station

We will be stuffing all those Easter eggs at a special Egg Stuffing party Saturday, March 20 from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

For more information, contact Lynn Simonson at (630) 983-3232, lsimonson@thecompass.net or visit

Children are welcome. Membership includes our referral list of services. Join us, have fun, make friends! Complimentary professional childcare available for our monthly luncheons.

For information, call Sue at (630) 904-5629 or visit

Meetings are usually held on the first Monday of each month in the CMO Conference Room. Dates may be subject to change. For meeting confirmation or more information, call Katie Wernberg at (630) 548-1122.

Naperville Community Gardeners invite the public to their April 5th program: The Organic Gardener by Erin Tuttle. The program is free and follows the monthly meeting. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. and are held at Knox Presbyterian Church, 1105 Catalpa Lane, Naperville. Discover how simple and rewarding it is to garden in harmony with the natural world.  Organic gardening mimics natural systems, keeping pests in check without chemical pesticides, and encouraging robust plants without synthetic fertilizers. Erin will show us how to think like ecologists in our own backyards, and watch our landscapes transform into lush and prolific systems. Tuttle is a certified naturalist with more than 12 years of experience working in home, commercial, and ecological landscapes.  She is an environmental educator and staff member at The Conservation Foundation, and spends her spare time in her own backyard, tending chickens, raising vegetables, and making room for an ever-growing prairie garden.
 
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The Advisory Commission on Persons with Disabilities was established to ensure city services and facilities are accessible by all persons in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). Meetings are usually held in Meeting Rooms BC at the Municipal Center.

City Council meetings are held every first and third Tuesday of the month unless otherwise noted. Dates are subject to change.

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The Plan Commission usually meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Due to meeting room shortages, there may occasionally be a meeting planned on a Thursday. Dates may also be subject to change.

The board reviews, informs and advises the city on transportation matters, such as pedestrian safety, traffic, speed limits and parking. For more information, call (630) 420-6100.