Opportunities to
get involved with Zion events, activities and committees are
plentiful, and the city appreciates the help of anyone interested
in donating their time. The City of Zion relies upon volunteers
to do important work. Below you'll find information on what
the volunteer corps in working on and how you can get involved.
Events
Economic Development
Civic Duty
Community Service
Christmas in April
- Neighbors and civic groups help senior citizens keep their
homes in good repair.
Contact: Frank Flammini (847) 746-7620
Festival of Lights – Assist with Christmas
decorating of Kringle's Kingdom & Santa House.
Contact: Diane Burkemper (847) 746-4012
Jubilee Days Committee – The largest
Labor Day parade in the State of Illinois.
Contact: Dave LaBelle (847) 746-4042
Nostalgia Days Committee – Sponsoring
the Midwest's Largest Classic Car show and carnival event.
Contact: Delaine Rogers (847) 746-4015.
Ambassadors - Serve to greet and encourage
new business prospects for Zion.
Contact: Chamber of Commerce (847) 872-5405
Organizational Committee – Work with
the city to develop to business-recruiting strategies.
Contact: Paul Bouchard (847) 746-7272.
TIF Board – Review applications and
projects to improve downtown business districts.
Contact: Delaine Rogers (847) 746-4015.
Appearance Committee - Approve submissions
for Facade Grant Concept Drawings.
Contact: John Jones (847) 746-4097
Assistance in Healthcare Board - Oversee
grants to help cancer patients and their families meet living
expenses while visiting Zion or medical treatments.
Contact: Carol (847) 872-4561
Building Department Advisory Panel - Help
resolve issues between property owners and code inspectors.
Contact: Frank Flammini (847) 746-7620
Planning and Zoning Commission – Review
applications for zoning variances and make recommendations
to the City Council.
Contact: Frank Flammini (847) 746-7620
Zion Exchange Club - Civic group of local
business, educational & political leaders.
Contact: Lt. Bob Ditzig (847) 872-8000
Zion Police Advisory Committee - Serve as
sounding board for issues involving residents and the Police
Department. Contact: Chief Doug Malcolm (847) 746-4103.
Coalition for Healthy Communities
- This partnership between Midwestern Regional Medical Center
and Beach Park, Winthrop Harbor and Zion works to make people
aware of the dangers of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
Contact: Scott Murphy at (847) 746-1202
Faith Tabernacle Food Pantry - Distribute
food baskets to area needy families.
Contact: Rev. Wallace (847) 746-9763
Historical Society – Assist with collection
and preservation of historical documents and materials related
to Zion. Contact: Carol Reusch (847) 746-2427
Kiwanis Key Club Kids - High school aged
version of Kiwanis Clubs.
Contact: Dr. Budzig (847) 746-1202
Reading Foundation – Contact: Mona
Shannon (847) 746-9000
Zion Benton Kiwanis - Civic group dedicated
to community service programs.
Contact: Jim Weidner (847) 872-7077
Zion Sunrise Rotary Club – Contact:
Sgt. Syndy Nugent (847) 746-4106
Zion Township Meals on Wheels -- Assist homebound
area senior citizens by providing free meal delivery.
Contact: Cheri Ditzig (847) 872-2811.
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