VOP Winter 2016

LETTER FROM THE MAYOR

Mayor Dan McLaughlin presented a community pride award to George Mitchell and family marking the 100th anniversary of the flower shop that came to Orland Park in 1973. Three generations of Mitchells attended the board meeting.

We were happy to once again offer the Village of Orland Park Property Tax Rebate Program for our residents. Applications began being accepted on October 31 and the deadline to turn them in was on Friday, December 16. Rebates will be mailed or credited the week of March 20, 2017. Property tax rebate questions may be directed to the village’s tax rebate hotline at 708/403-3086. We kicked off the winter season with the Holiday Fest and Tree Lighting at the Village Complex on November 27. It was wonderful to see so many of our residents, young and old, getting excited about the holiday season. Winter in Orland Park is tons of fun if you know where to go. Be sure to stop by the Winter Wonderland at Centennial Park for some ice skating, bonfires and scheduled activities that are a great time for the whole family.

There are so many new and exciting things going on around town that I do not know where to begin.

It was great to talk to so many of you during the last Telephone Town Hall. I want to thank the over 2,600 residents who participated by asking questions, just listened in or left messages about your concerns. Thank you for continuing to be an integral part of our growing community. We believe communication is key and are very pleased with the outcome and participation in the meeting. As you wrap up your Christmas shopping, be sure to visit many of the local businesses in Orland Park. Along with some long-time Orland Park businesses like Mitchell’s Flowers that just celebrated 100 years, there are several new businesses that have chosen our village as their new home. Many families are already enjoying the new Sky Zone Trampoline Park and Gizmo’s Fun Factory that opened recently near the mall. As the Illinois Department of Transportation wrapped up the LaGrange Road Widening Project, I think we all breathed a sigh of relief. The newly enhanced roadway is now better suited for Orland Park and fits the needs of our growing community, while offering increased safety and ease of travel. With a few final touches in the spring, such as shrubbery and decorative accents, we can call the entire process complete. Thank you for your patience during the construction.

As 2016 comes to a close, I wish everyone a safe and joyous holiday season.

Sincerely,

Daniel J. McLaughlin, Mayor

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