Jan's Gems on Des Plaines

The Des Plaines Fire Department anounced that an independant agent, ISO insurance services offices, has changed the classification for corporate Des Plaines from Class 3 to Class 2 as of March 1, 2010.

According to ISO, a community's investment in fire mitigation is a proven and reliable predictor of future fire loss. The better the rating a city has, the lower the cost for fire insurance. Des Plaines Fire Chief,Alan Wax stated, "the upgrade reflects the continuous dedication to improvement in public savety services by the City".

Individuals have been encouraged to call their insurance company to determine the affect of the new & improved classification.

New classes on CPR. cardo Pulmonary Resuscitation can be found by calling 847-391-5342. Des Plaines Fire Dept. offers Heartsaver CPT with AED, automated external defibrillator instructions.

Spring Cleaning?

Cubside collection of brance starts April 5 with a collection every month per zip code. Residents are reminded that the branch clippings must be on the parkway by 7 AM, bundles of 2 or longer, but no bigger than 6" in diameter. and not to obstruct the sidewalks and streets.

Calll Arc disposal for grass clippings rules.

Did you know that Cable Channel 17 broadcasts the City Council Meetings on the first & Third Monday starting at 7pm? New online video archives can be found at http://desplaines.org/video. Program scheducle is available by hitting this link.

The Frisbie Senior Center is assuming responsibility for the City of Des Plaines Meals on Wheels (home Delivery Meals Program.). Volunteers should call Dennis Rosa at 847-768-5944 for more information. Next door to the Frisbie Senior Center is the New Des Plaines Resale Store.