More than 20 years ago, Addison residents tuned into the first televised Village meeting broadcasts on cable television to learn about issues in our town. Now, the Village of Addison takes another step in getting out to the community by partnering with residents to host "neighborhood coffees."

Mayor Larry Hartwig, along with a trustee and staff member, will visit with a host family and about 8 to 10 neighbors on a week night, to answer questions from residents and discuss matters facing the Village and the community.

These gatherings are informal, and give residents a chance to chat with their elected officials in a relaxed atmosphere. Residents can discuss whatever they wish with the Mayor, while he gets the opportunity to see what concerns those in various areas of our community.

If you are interested in hosting a Neighborhood Coffee in your home, please fill out the form below, or contact Don Weiss, Director of Community Relations at 630/693-7551.

Generally, it is suggested that neighborhood coffees take place on either a Tuesday or Thursday night from 7:30 p.m. until about 9 p.m. Host residents are asked to invite several of their neighbors from the immediate area.

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