The Village of Oak Lawn 100 Year Anniversary Booklet, 1909-2009

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OAK LAWN 100 YEAR ANNIVERS ARY
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
DAVE HEILMANN 9446 South Raymond Avenue
MAYOR Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453
[phone] Fax [phone]
dheilmann@oaklawn · il.gov
May 16, 2009
Dear Friends and Families of Oak Lawn:
The Village of Oak Lawn is proud to honor its 1O Oth Anniversary. This year we come together to
celebrate 100 years of history that has shaped our Village and made it into the vibrant community
that it is today, one based upon faith, family, and inseparable south-side friendships.
Oak Lawn has grown from its humble beginnings as a farming community to a thriving
municipality of 56,000 residents, with more new families coming every day. We focus our
energies on bringing exciting new developments to the community, while protecting the values
that have always made this a special place to live.
Our desire was not to mark this 1O Oth Anniversary by just one day of celebration, but rather 100
days of events for Oak Lawn families. It kicks off with our Centennial Ball on May 16, 2009 and
concludes with the Fall On The Green/1QOth Year Anniversary Festival in September.
In between, we have a number of terrific events "On The Green" that families are sure to enjoy. A
few events you will see this summer are the Oak Lawn Carnival, The Classic Car Show, Birthday
Bash SKFamily Run, Free Summer Concerts and Movie Nights, and much more. Of course we'll
also be bringing back our July 4 parade which grows in popularity every year.
Oak Lawn will also see its first ever public art display. Giant Rocking Chairs have been built with
private donations and then painted by Oak Lawn school children as a special way of involving
them in our Centennial tribute. These will be displayed on 95th Street this summer and are bound
to catch your attention.
On behalf of the Village Board, staff, and our families, I thank all who have contributed to making
this, our 1O Oth year, the greatest yet in the wonderful history of Oak Lawn.
JVeryY trulya younrs, ;L_
Dave Heilmann
Mayor, Village of Oak Lawn
OAK LAWN 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
STATE OF ILLINOIS
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS 62706
Pat Quinn
GOVERNOR
February 24, 2009
Village of Oak Lawn
9446 South Raymond A venue
Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453
Congratulations!
As Governor, and on behalf of the people of the State of Illinois, it is my pleasure to
congratulate the Village of Oak Lawn as you celebrate the 1001 Anniversary of your founding.
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This is indeed a significant and meaningful milestone for your citizens and for the people
of Illinois as a whole. It takes a great deal of hard work and diligence to create the foundation
for a successful community. One hundred years ago that foundation was established, and you
have continued to build upon it ever since. I am proud of each and every person who has
contributed to the prosperity of Oak Lawn, and I have no doubt that there are many more
prosperous years ahead for your community.
It is my honor to join in commemorating your Centennial. I offer my best wishes for an
enjoyable and memorable celebration, and continued longevity for the Village of Oak Lawn.
Sincerely,
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Pat Quinn
Governor
OAK LAWN 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
STATE OF ILLINOIS
Lisa Madigan
April 29, 2009
ATIORNEY GENERAL
Honorable Dave Heilmann
Village of Oak Lawn
9446 South Raymond
Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453
Dear Mayor Heilmann and Residents of Oak Lawn,
Congratulations on the centennial anniversary of your beautiful village.
Oak Lawn embodies the values and ideals of the American dream. For over a hundred
years, families of all nationalities have called Oak Lawn home. Since the early 201h
Century, young couples have chosen Oak Lawn as a great place to raise their families.
The last century has been marked by tremendous growth and moments of great tragedy.
Even in the darkest days following the tornado of 1967, the people of Oak Lawn pulled
together - comforting each other and helping those in need. In those dark moments, Oak
Lawn became more than just another village; it became a symbol of rebirth and resiliency.
Today, Oak Lawn residents have so much of which to be proud -a world-class trauma
center, beautiful parks, excellent schools, a redeveloped downtown and a new children's
museum. As you begin your second century as a village, the future is very promising.
Again, congratulations on your 100 years of accomplishments. Enjoy a year of great
celebration.
Sincerely,
~ig!f+
Attorney General
OAK LAWN 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
CONGRESSMAN
DAN LIPINSKI
Proudly Serving
the Village of Oak Lawn &
the 3rd District of Illinois
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OAK LAWN 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
THE VILLAGE OF
OAK LAWN
THE VILLAGE GOVERNMENT
MAYOR ..................................................................... Dave Heilmann
VILLAGE CLERK ............................................. Jane M. Quinlan, CMC
DISTRICT 1 .................................................................. Jerry Hurckes
DISTRICT 2 .............................................................. Alex Olejniczak
DISTRICT 3 ................................................................... Robert Streit
DISTRICT 4 ............................................................... Thomas Duhig
DISTRICT 5 ............................................................. Carol R. Quinlan
DISTRICT 6 ............................................................ Thomas E. Phelan
THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATION
VILLAGE MANAGER .................................................... Larry Deetjen
DEPARTMENT HEADS
FINANCE DIRECTOR ................................................... Brian Hanigan
BUSINESS OPERATIONS ................................................ Chad Weiler
FIRE CHIEF ................................................................ Ernest Russell
POLICE CHIEF ....................................................... William Villanova
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS ................................. Stacy Guercio
PUBLIC WORKS ............................................................ Steve Barrett
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ...................................... Jack Gallagher
HUMAN RESOURCES ................................................... Dan Omiecinski
OAK LAWN 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
What was here before Oak Lawn became incorporated?
Business of the day; agriculture
Cook School & Oak Lawn Station (Depot)
In 1842, a land broker named Julian Hatch purchased
1,273 acres of land that make up contemporary Oak
Lawn. The first settler was John Simpson who
purchased land along modem day 95th Street. By
1860 this area was known as Black Oaks Grove and
already had its first school. A large number of
German immigrants were drawn to settle in the area
after the Civil War and organized Trinity Lutheran
Church. Agriculture was the business of the day. The
closest commercial establishments, including the Post
Office, were located in Blue Island 10 miles away.
The Wabash Railroad was constructed, and the first
passenger train arrived at the Oak Lawn Station in
1882. In the early 1900's two more churches were
organized. The first story of the new Cook School was
constructed. Population was just under 300. A new
gas pipeline was to be constructed in neighboring
communities. The time had come for the residents
to have a voice in area projects; it was time for this
community to become incorporated.
Trinity Lutheran Church. Dedicated in 1881.
OAK LAWN 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Oak Lawn Government
1st Village President-James Montgomery
In February 1907, residents gathered at Larson's Hall 5305 W 95th Street
to discuss the incorporation. On March 9, 1909 temporary officers were elected.
April 20, 1909 James Montgomery, an attorney, was named the first President
of the new municipality.
Elected Officials have served the
Village of Oak Lawn for the past 100 years.
Date Mayor Clerk Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee
1909 J. Montgomery W.Aulwurm
1909 J. Montgomery W.Aulwurm F. Harnew C. Benck J. Wilson A. Singleton W. Krueger A. Armstrong
09·1910 J. Montgomery C. Schultz F. Harnew C. Benck J. Covington A. Singleton W. Krueger A. Armstrong
1911 J. Montgomery C. Schultz F. Harnew C. Benck E. Elvidge C. Schmidt W. Krueger A. Armstrong
1912 J. Montgomery W. Gaddis F. Harnew C. Benck E. Elvidge C. Schmidt W. Krueger A. Armstrong
1913 F. Harnew W. Gaddis A. Reik C. Benck E. Elvidge C. Schmidt W. Krueger A. Armstrong
1914 F. Harnew W. Hopkins A. Reik C. Benck E. Elvidge C. Schmidt J. Schultz W. Gaddis
191"5 F. Harnew W. Hopkins A. ReikA. Piper J. Montgomery C. Schmidt J. Schultz W. Gaddis
1916 F. Harnew A. Utt A. Reik A. Piper J. Montgomery F. Fortin J. Schultz W. Gaddis
1917 W. Gaddis A. Utt A. Reik A. Piper J. Montgomery F. Fortin J. Schultz J. Bohne
1918 W. Gaddis A. Utt A. Reik A. Piper J. Montgomery F. Fortin C. Schmidt E. Mecklenburg
1919 W. Gaddis A. Utt A. Reik W.Aulwurm A. Hilgendorf F. Fortin W. O'Brien E. Mecklenburg
1920 W. Gaddis A. Utt A. Reik W. Aulwurm A. Hilgendorf F. Fortin A. Ivey F. Winthers
1921 F. Fortin A. Utt G. Hoffman W.Aulwurm A. Hilgendorf G. Smeatham N. Schmalen F. Winthers
1922 F. Fortin A. Utt J. Montgomery W.Aulwurm A. Hilgendorf G. Smeatham N. Schmalen F. Winthers
1923 F. Fortin A. Utt J. Montgomery W. Aulwurm A. Hilgendorf G. Smeatham N. Schmalen F. Winthers
1924 F. Fortin A. Utt J. Montgomery W. Schultz A. Hilgendorf A. Kluch N. Schmalen W. Vick
1925 J. Emery A. Utt J. Montgomery W. Schultz W. Early F. Winthers N. Schmalen W. Vick
1926 J. Emery A. Utt J. Montgomery W. Schultz W. Early F. Winthers F. Schmidt W. Vick
1927 F. Harnew A Utt J. Montgomery W. Schultz G. Piper F. Winthers F. Schmidt W. Vick
1928 F. Harnew F. Schmidt J. Montgomery W. Schultz G. Piper F. Winthers 0. Brandt H. Larsen
1929 F. Harnew F. Schmidt J. Montgomery W. Vick J. Clay1on N. Petersen 0. Brandt H. Larsen
1930 F. Harnew F. Schmidt S. Smilde W. Vick J. Clay1on N. Petersen 0. Brandt H. Larsen
1931-1932 F. Harnew F. Schmidt S. Smilde A. Verschave G. Piper H. Heersma I. Behrend H. Larsen
1933 A. Hilgendorf F. Schmidt G. Hoffman G. Law H. Deruiter A. Pauls, Sr. I. Behrend J. Gumbos
1934 A. Hilgendorf A. Smutney G. Hoffman G. Law H. Deruiter A. Pauls, Sr. I. Behrend M. Powley
1935· 1936 A. Brandt A. Smutney F. Winthers J. Davies H. Deruiter J. Skalski C. Greager M. Powley
1937·1938A. Brandt A. Smutney 0. Koch J. Davies H. Deruiter J. Skalski C. Greager M. Powley
1939-1940 A. Brandt A. Smutney 0. Koch A. Larson H. Deruiter J. Skalski C. Greager M. Powley
1941· 1942 A. Brandt A. Smutney O'Koch A. Larson W. Kaup J. Skalski S. Hickey W. Reed
1943-1944 A. Brandt A. Smutney W. Brunn A. Larson W. Kaup J. Skalski S. Hickey W. Reed
1945· 1946 C. Larsen A. Smutney E. Hanegan W. Brunn M. Mann 0. Christensen J. Skalski T. Collings G. Wilson
OAK LAWN 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Date Mayor Clerk Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee
1947-1948 C. Larsen E. Hanegan W. Brunn M. Mann 0. Christensen H. Rech T. Collings G. Wilson
1949-1950 T. Collings W. Gaddis W. Brunn M. Mann 0. Christensen H. Rech R. Rausch G. Wilson
1951-1952 T. Collings W. Gaddis C. Felstead M. Mann 0. Christensen P. Gump, Jr. R. Rausch G. Wilso E. Ratajik
1953-1954 H. Wick R. Parke C. Felstead R. Gieselmann F. Dumke M. Migitz P. Gump, Jr. G. Wilson E. Mortenson
1955-1956 H. Wick R. Parke G. Frankland R. Scheffers F. Dumke M. Migitz R. Gieselmann R. Gresher
1957-1958 H. Wick R. Parke G. Frankland R. Scheffers F. Dumke A. Groenier J. Dwyer R. Gresher
R. Gieselmann
1959-1960 H. Wick R. Parke G. Frankland H. Yourell F. Dumke A. Groenier J. Dwyer R. Gresher
1961-1962 F. Dumke R. Parke G. Frankland H. Yourell R. Munch L. Cole J. Dwyer S. Randall
1963-1964 F. Dumke R. Parke E. Kolb G. Frankland S. Randall R. Munch L. Cole E. Roche J. Dwyer
1965-1966 F. Dumke Ernest F. Kolb Glenn Frankland Sinclair Randall Ralph Munch Leonard Cole Edward Roche James E. Dwyer
1967-1968 F. Dumke Ernest F. Kolb Glenn Frankland Sinclair Randall Ralph Munch Leonard Cole Phillip Special James E. Dwyer
1970 F. Dumke Ernest F. Kolb Glenn Frankland Sinclair Randall Ralph Munch Leonard Cole Phillip Special James E. D~er
George H. Sc urwanz
1971-1972 F. Dumke Ernest F. Kolb Harold W. Bacon Sinclair Randall Herbert V. Huskey Robert Johannsen Dr. Carl S. Venkus James E. Dwyer
1973 Dr. T. Powell Ernest F. Kolb Harold W. Bacon John J. Hardek Herbert V. Huskey Alice B. Ihrig Dr. Carl S. Venkus David E. Morris
1973-1974 F. Dumke Ernest F. Kolb Harold W. Bacon John J. Hardek Herbert V. Huskey Alice B. Ihrig Dr. Carl S. Venkus David E. Morris
1975-1976 F. Dumke Ernest F. Kolb Lester E. Anderson Harold E. Bacon John M. Cleveland, Jr. John J. Hardek Joseph D. Vogrich Mildred M. O'Connell
(District 1) (District 2) (District 3) (District 4) (District5) (District 6)
1977-1978 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers Lester E. Anderson Ron M. Stancik John M. Cleveland, Jr. John J. Hardek Joseph D. Vogrich Jerome A. Bergamini
(District 1) (District 2) (District 3) (District 4) (District5) (District 6)
1979-1980 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers Lester E. Anderson Ron M. Stancik Charles J. Melaun John J. Hardek John F. Petrozza Jerome A. Bergamini
(District 1) (District2) (District 3} (District4) (District 5) (District 6)
1981-1982 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers Lester E. Anderson Ron M. Stancik Charles J. Melaun Robert W. Bruce John F. Petrozza Jerome A. Bergamini
(District 1) (District 2) (District 3) (District4) (District 5) (District 6)
1983-1984 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers William P. Hefka Ron M. Stancik Michele Collings Robert W. Bruce Joseph D. Vogrich Jerome A. Bergamini
(District 1) (District 2) (District 3) (District4) (District 5) (District 6)
1985-1986 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers William P. Hefka Ron M. Stancik Michele Collings Edward Barron Joseph D. Vogrich Jerome A. Bergamini
(District 1} (District 2) (District 3) (District4) (District 5) (District 6)
1987-1988 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers William P. Hefka Ron M. Stancik Michele Collings Edward Barron Joseph D. Vogrich Jerome A. Bergamini
(District 1) (District 2) (District3) (District 4) (District 5) (District6)
1989-1990 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers William P. Hefka Ron M. Stancik Michele Collings Edward Barron Joseph D. Vogrich Harold Mozwecz
(District 1) (District 2) wistrict3) (District 4) (District5) (District6)
esigned 7/31/90
J. Quinn Mucker
1/91-4/91
1991-1992 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers William P. Hefka Ron. Stancik Robert Streit Edward Barron Marjorie Ann Joy Harold Mozwecz
wistrict1) (District 2) (District3} wistrict4) (District 5) (District 6)
esigned 3/15/93 esigned 9/22/92
Steven Rosenbaum
Sept 92 -April 93
1993-1994 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers 1C~r il Holesha Ron Stancik Robert Streit Michael D. Walsh Marjorie Ann Joy William C. Keane
istrict ~ (District 2) (District 3) (District4) (District 5) (District 6)
ppointe 5/11 /93
1995-1996 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers C~ril Holesha Ron Stancik Robert Streit Michael D. Walsh Marjorie Ann Joy William C. Keane
( istrict 1} (District 2) (District3) (District 4) (District5) (District 6)
1997-1998 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers C~ril Holesha Ron Stancik Robert Streit Steven Rosenbaum MarJ°rie Ann Joy William C. Keane
~ istrict 1) (District 2) (District 3} (District 4) (Dis rict 5) (District6)
esigned 10/1 /98
Jerry Rurckes
Appointed 10/1/ 98
1999-2000 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers Jer~ Hurckes Ron Stancik Robert Streit Steven Rosenbaum Marjorie Ann Joy William C. Keane
(Dis rict 1) (District2) (District 3) (District 4) (District 5) (District 6)
2001-2002 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers Jer~ Hurckes Ron Stancik Robert Streit Steven Rosenbaum Marjorie Ann Joy William C. Keane
(Dis rict 1) (District 2) (District 3) (District 4) (District 5) (District 6)
2003-2004 Ernest F. Kolb A. Jayne Powers Jer~ Hurckes Ron Stancik . Robert Streit Steven Rosenbaum Mar\orie Ann Joy William C. Keane
R. I. P. 6/29/03 (Dis rict 1) (District 2) (District3) (District 4) (Dis rict 5) (District6)
Ronald M. Stanc1k
10/14/03
2005-2006 Dave Heilmann Jane M. Quinlan Jer~ Hurckes Alex Ole~niczak Robert Streit Steven Rosenbaum Marjorie Ann Joy Thomas E. Phelan
(Dis rict 1) (District ) (District 3) (District 4) (District 5) (District 6)
2007-2008 Dave Heilmann Jane M. Quinlan Jer~ Hurckes Alex Ole~niczak Robert Streit Steven Rosenbaum Carol R. Quinlan Thomas E. Phelan
(Dis rict 1) (District ) (District 3) (District4) (District 5) (District 6)
2009-2010 Dave Heilmann Jane M. Quinlan Jer~ Hurckes Alex Ole~niczak Robert Streit Thomas Duhig Carol R. Quinlan Thomas E. Phelan
(Dis rict 1) (District ) (District3) (District 4) (District 5) (District 6)
OAK LAWN 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Oak Lawn Village Hall
In 1909, Larsen's Hall, located at 5305 West 95th Street, was
used for meetings and elections in anticipation of the Village of
Oak Lawn's incorporation; and then was used as the new
Village's offices.
In 1953, using donated materials and labor, residents and
volunteers built a village office between the old Village Hall and
the Fire Station. In 1958, construction began on a proper Village Larson Hall
Hall. A municipal parking lot was begun, and the new Village
Hall was dedicated in 1959.
Today, the Municipal Center is at the very heart of village life
and the focal point for many community activities. The
building is home to the Police Department and Fire House 3. It
also provides the necessary space for daily municipal functions
for our community. The auditorium is the meeting place for the
Village Board of Trustees and also serves as the court room for
our Adjudication Officer. The general offices which house our
Finance Department are located on the main floor and the
Engineering Department is on the lower level. The lower level
also includes a target range for our Police Department. The
second floor accommodates our legislative offices.
First Municipal Building as viewed from the south
west side of 95th Street.
Below: Village Hall, 5232 Dumke Drive, 1958
Lower Left: First Municipal building included the
Police and Fire Departments and also Village offices