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Elmwood ParkIL averageUS Census ACS
Population
23,982
Per-capita income
$38,459
Median home value
$325,000
Bachelor's or higher
30%
Typical home value $356,576 +6.6% yr/yr · +23.6% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Fri Oct 30, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Village Board to consider rezoning for new municipal parking lots

The President and Board of Trustees will discuss rezoning village-owned properties for the construction of public parking lots. The board is also reviewing several contracts for the New Village Hall project and general village operations.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2334th Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, November 2, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) RECOGNITION a) President Saviano and the Board will recognize the winners of the 2026 Halloween House Decorating Contest. Winners will receive a gift card to one of our local restaurants. Winners are 1746 77th Ct and 2739 75th Ct. b) President Saviano will administer the Oath of Office to newly appointed Deputy Chief’s, David Ransom and Mark Astrella. 4) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 5) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on October 5, 2026 b) Receive and File Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting held on September 14,2026. c) Receive and File Minutes of the Plan …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Village Board to consider $5.75 million in payments and infrastructure contracts

The President and Board of Trustees will meet to review a consent agenda including several engineering and construction contracts. The board is deciding on funding for grade separation and lead service line projects, as well as building repairs.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2333rd Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, October 5, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 4) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on September 14, 2026 b) Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Meeting held on August 3, 2026. c) A Motion to Approve Payment of the Bills and Vouchers for the Month of September 2026 in the amount of $5,750,557.34. d) Various License Applications submitted to the Village Clerk’s Office. e) A Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance and Execution of a Professional Engineering Services Contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for the Lead Service Line Replacement Project Phase 3. f) An Ordinance Ratif …
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Fri Oct 2, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Elmwood Park board to vote on $5,750,557.34 in September bills and vouchers

The Elmwood Park President and Board of Trustees meets Monday, October 5, 2026 for its 2333rd regular meeting. Most substantive items sit on the consent agenda, including payment of September 2026 bills and vouchers totaling $5,750,557.34 and several engineering and construction contracts. Old Business and New Business sections list no items, and the agenda gives no dollar amounts for the contracts. The meeting also includes public comment and reports from the Village Clerk, Trustees, Attorney, Manager, and President.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2333rd Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, October 5, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 4) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on September 14, 2026 b) Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Meeting held on August 3, 2026. c) A Motion to Approve Payment of the Bills and Vouchers for the Month of September 2026 in the amount of $5,750,557.34. d) Various License Applications submitted to the Village Clerk’s Office. e) A Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance and Execution of a Professional Engineering Services Contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for the Lead Service Line Replacement Project Phase 3. f) An Ordinance Ratif …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Elmwood Park board to ratify $5,492,475.24 in August bills and weigh 18 consent items

The Elmwood Park President and Board of Trustees holds its 2332nd regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, with public comment and reports from the clerk, trustees, attorney, manager, and president. Most substantive business sits on the consent agenda, including ratifying the village manager's payment of August 2026 bills and vouchers totaling $5,492,475.24. Items include a North Avenue streetscape grant application, a new Village Hall project, a Kiddie Korral redevelopment contract award, a property purchase at 3134 North 76th Court, and video gaming code changes. Old and new business sections list no items.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2332nd Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, September 14, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 4) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on August 3, 2026 b) Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Meeting held on July 13, 2026. c) A Motion to Ratify the Village Manager’s Payment of the Bills and Vouchers for the Month of August 2026 in the amount of $5,492,475.24. d) Various License Applications submitted to the Village Clerk’s Office. e) A Resolution in Support of an Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)Grant Application for the Village of Elmwood Park North Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project. f) A Resolution Authorizing th …
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Fri Sep 11, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Board to approve $5.49M in bills, contracts, and ordinances

The Elmwood Park Village Board is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine approvals, including paying August bills of $5,492,475.24, several contracts and ordinances, and a resolution supporting a grant application. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy debates listed.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2332nd Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, September 14, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 4) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on August 3, 2026 b) Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Meeting held on July 13, 2026. c) A Motion to Ratify the Village Manager’s Payment of the Bills and Vouchers for the Month of August 2026 in the amount of $5,492,475.24. d) Various License Applications submitted to the Village Clerk’s Office. e) A Resolution in Support of an Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)Grant Application for the Village of Elmwood Park North Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project. f) A Resolution Authorizing th …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Board to vote on $4.3M in bills, annual budget, and car wash development

The Village Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026-2027 appropriation ordinance, then consider a consent agenda including $4,321,093.53 in bills, the annual budget, and several code amendments. New business includes special use permits and a subdivision plat for a car wash and restaurant at 1640 N Harlem Ave, plus a special meeting to amend liquor license limits.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2330th Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, July 13, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC HEARING a) The Purpose of this Public Hearing is to Obtain Written and/or Oral Comments from the Public on the Proposed Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. 3) PUBLIC COMMENT 4) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 5) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on June 1, 2026. b) Receive and File Minutes of the Public Hearing held June 22, 2026. c) Receive and File Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting held on May 6, 2026. d) Receive and File Minutes of the Plan, Zoning and Development Commission meeting held April 20, 2026. e) A Motion to Approve Pa …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Village Board to vote on 911 dispatch switch, land swap, and demolition contracts

The Village Board will consider a consent agenda with over 20 items, including terminating membership in the Proviso-Leyden Joint 9-1-1 Authority and joining a new West Suburban Consolidated Dispatch system. Other notable items include a land exchange of parking lots with Gottlieb Community Health Services, demolition contracts for properties on Grand Avenue, and a streaming amusement tax amendment. The board will also vote on a new employee benefits insurance program and a lead service line replacement contract.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2329th Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, June 1, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) RECOGNITION-Elmwood Park Fire Department honors for their efforts during a structure fire on August 24, 2025. 4) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 5) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on May 4, 2026. b) Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on May 4, 2026. c) Receive and File Minutes of the Finance Committee meeting held April 6, 2026. d) Receive and File Minutes of the Traffic & Safety Commission meeting held April 7, 2026. e) Bills and Vouchers for the Month of May 2026 in the amount of $4,592,979.33. …
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Mon May 4, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Village Board Meeting

The Village of Elmwood Park Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and decide on various agenda items, including ordinances, resolutions, and contracts. The meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple items, such as approval of minutes, bills, and licenses. The board will also discuss new business, including rezoning and special use permits.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2328th Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, May 4, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 4) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on April 6, 2026. b) Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on April 10, 2026. c) Appoval of the Minutes of the Plan, Zoning and Development Commission Public Hearings held April 20, 2026. d) Receive and File Minutes of the Finance Committee meeting held March 2, 2026. e) Receive and File Minutes of the Plan, Zoning and Development Commission meeting held February 23, 2026. f) Bills and Vouchers for the Month of April 2026 in the amount of $4,706,085.49. …
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Mon Apr 6, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Village Board to review $5.1 million in bills and new Village Hall contracts

The Village Board will consider a consent agenda featuring multiple contracts for the new Village Hall project and police equipment. The board will also vote on 2026 garage sale dates and a demolition contract for a property on N. 76th Avenue.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2327th Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, April 6, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) RECOGNITION – The Board will recognize Administrative Commander Michael Kmiecik on his thirty (30) years of service with the Elmwood Park Police Department. 4) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 5) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on March 2, 2026. b) Receive and File Minutes of the Finance Committee meeting held February 2, 2025. c) Bills and Vouchers for the Month of March 2026 in the amount of $5,142,297.06. d) Various License Applications Received and Processed by the Village Clerks Office. e) Resolution Regarding Permit Work within Illinois Department of Trans …
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Mon Mar 2, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Board to vote on $3M in bills, water loan, and village hall change orders

The Village Board will consider a consent agenda including $2,998,669.18 in February bills, a resolution to apply for a Community Development Block Grant for water main and lead service line replacement, and an ordinance to borrow funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program. Also up for approval are change orders for the new Village Hall project and a façade improvement agreement for Wiklanski's Bakery.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2326th Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, March 2, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 4) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on February 2, 2026. b) Receive and File Minutes of the Finance Committee meeting held January 5, 2025. c) Receive and file Minutes of the Plan, Zoning and Development Commission meeting held November 17, 2025. d) Bills and Vouchers for the Month of February 2026 in the amount of $2,998,669.18. e) Various License Applications Received and Processed by the Village Clerks Office. f) A Resolution Authorizing Submission of an Application for Grant Funding through the Community Development Block Grant for Wate …
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Mon Feb 2, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Village board to vote on $4.8M in bills, new village hall contracts, and road projects

The Elmwood Park Village Board will hold its regular meeting on February 2, 2026, where it will review committee reports, approve January 2026 bills totaling $4,798,754.26, and vote on multiple resolutions and ordinances. Items include contracts for the new village hall, road resurfacing, pickleball courts, and a state grant for water improvements.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2325th Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, February 2, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 4) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on January 5, 2026. b) Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on January 5, 2026. c) Receive and File Minutes of the Finance Committee meeting held December 1 , 2025. d) Bills and Vouchers for the Month of January 2026 in the amount of $4,798,754.26. e) Various License Applications Received and Processed by the Village Clerks Office. f) A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Grant Agreement between the State of Illinois, Environmental Protection A …
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Mon Jan 5, 2026

Village Board Meeting

Board to vote on $6.4M in bills, ambulance equipment, and turf replacement

The Village Board will consider a consent agenda including approval of $6,369,615.55 in December bills, an ordinance to purchase ambulance equipment from Stryker Sales, LLC, and a contract with Big Timber Landscape Company to replace artificial turf on the bocce ball court. The board will also discuss recommendations from the Traffic & Safety Commission on traffic and parking improvements.

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VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA The 2324th Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees Monday, January 5, 2026 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER a) Pledge of Allegiance b) Roll Call 2) PUBLIC COMMENT 3) RECOGNITION a) Proclamation for Fenwick High School in recognition of their IHSA 6A State Football Championship win. b) Recognition of the 2025 Holiday House Decorating Contest- 2007 76th Ave, 2649 73rd Ct, 2335 75th Ave, 7843 Elmgrove. c) Oath of Office Administered to new Elmwood Park Police Officer Nicolas Fini. 4) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: a) Village Clerk b) Village Trustees c) Village Attorney d) Village Manager e) Village President 5) CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on December 1, 2025. b) Receive and File Minutes of the Finance Committee meeting held November 3 , 2025. c) Receive and File Minutes of the Traffic & Safety …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$5.8MBIOREFERENCE HEALTH LLC
Department of Health and Human Services · SEROLOGY TESTING SERVICES
$1.8MBIOREFERENCE HEALTH LLC
Department of Health and Human Services · SURGE SEROLOGY TESTING
$804,283COMPLETE LOGISTICS SUPPORT INC.
Department of Defense · BASE YEAR LABOR
$634,204COMPLETE LOGISTICS SUPPORT INC.
Department of Defense · SOF CBDIV RED OY2 TASK ORDER
$600,711COMPLETE LOGISTICS SUPPORT INC.
Department of Defense · LABOR
$532,328AGFA CORPORATION
Department of Defense · PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION ON PORTABLE X-RAY MACHINES.
$409,500CENGAGE LEARNING, INC.
Department of the Treasury · SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING
$355,628COMPLETE LOGISTICS SUPPORT INC.
Department of Defense · FUNDING FOR PRODUCT SUPPORT SPECIALIST
$311,276KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA
Department of Defense · 3D SCANNING AND CMM SYSTEM
$310,552BIOREFERENCE HEALTH LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · TESTING

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Cook County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities2 (2021)
Business establishments134,513 (2,492,328 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,761/mo (101 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy25.4% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.505
All kids
0.385
Black kids
0.309

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