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EST 1983
The Greens Of Olympia Fields
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THE JOHNSON'S WIN FIRST PLACE VILLAGE LANDSCAPE AWARD
Congratulations to the 2016 Landscape Award winners of Olympia Fields. The Greens Homeowners Association and The Village Of Olympia Fields proudly recognizes Darryl and Angela Johnson who were the over all 1st place winners in the village. The Johnson's triumphed over a number of outstanding landscapes this year and will be recognized at the September 12th village trustee meeting at 7:00 p.m. They will also receive an award plaque and gift certificate of $100 from the Saunoris Brothers Nursery. Congratulations Darryl and Angela on this outstanding accomplishment.
SUMMER LANDSCAPE AWARDS
The Village Of Olympia Fields Beautification Committee conducted its Annual Summer Landscape Awards Program. Ten Homes from our neighborhood were nominated for their outstanding contributions to the beautification of our sub-division. The work and dedication of our neighboors demonstrate outstanding curb appeal, creativity, originality and coordination of décor to their homes andour neighboorhood.
The following top three vote getters in our neighborhood were recognized with a village sign and a certificate:
Johnson – 2521 Glen Eagles
Bongard – 20232 St. Andrews
Cotton - 20224 Augusta Drive
Each of the following homes received a certificate for recognition for their outstanding landscaping work :
Woods - 20200 St. Andrews Court
Hilliard - 20222 St Andrews
McGuire - 2451 Glen Eagles
Jacob - 2470 Glen Eagles
Thornton - 2541 Glen Eagles Dr
Mace - 20213 St Andrews
Manat - 2520 Glen Eagles
Congratulations to all!
LATEST NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
Welcome to the neighbohood
Dennis & Dell McFarlane 20223 St Andrew Drive
Congratulations to Michael Donald, Marian HS class of 2016. With the summer almost gone, Michael and our freshman from last year will be returning to school for the fall semester.
Again, congratulations to our young adults and their proud parents that are off to college this fall:
Corrin Jackson - University of Illinois
Chistopher Austin - Howard University
Kellen Williams - Standford University
Michael Donald - Prairie State
Condolences
To The Bradshaw family in the loss of their son Macus.
To Pauline Hilliard and family in the loss of her mother.
To Jacqueline Lewis and family in the loss of her mother.
To the family of our neighbor Hazel Woods of 20191 St. Andrews Court
LATEST VILLAGE NEWS
Village Board News:
Watch for upcoming monthly updates from Shirley Johnson, the HOA's village laison
Taxes too high? - Get involved, file a tax protest, contact your village and county elected officials
How does foreclosures effect your property values?
Ask them about accessed valuation vs tax rates.
Red Lining by Cook County Assessor Office?
New Electric Rates - did you really save any money on the latest renegotiation?
Water usage and rates - The Greens HOA was able to reduce usage and expenses with our new landscaping project. Carefully review your water bill and call the VOOF to see what can be done to lower your water bill.
Village Beautification 50/50 Tree Match Program
JUST A REMINDER
As a stakeholder in the best neighborhood in the southern suburbs, it is everyone’s responsibility to insure that high standards of maintenance and safety are continuous. So keep up your loyal dedication to:
Pick up debris where, it should not be
Make sure your yard lights on at sun down
Make sure you have appropriate doggy utensils to scoop up the poop
Enter and exit our entrance with courtesy
Report all suspicious activity to the Olympia Fields Police
Keep your speed down to ensure that our streets remain a safe place for recreation and exercise for all
Thank you for your diligence in making The Greens The Place To Live in the Southern Suburbs!