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Village Clerk & Board of Trustees

Village Clerk
Marie Schmidt
Appointed: 2008, Elected: 2009
Phone: 630.909.5333
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M. Schmidt
Committees/Commissions served:

Complete Count Committee, Family Health & Safety Fair Committee
Member of: Sworn member of Glendale Heights E.S.D.A., CERT Member, Certified by FEMA, Former President Marquardt District 15 Board of Education, Former Member Glendale Heights Youth Commission, Member Illinois Municipal League, Citizen's Police Academy Graduate.
"As a long time resident of the Village of Glendale Heights, I am extremely proud of the Village and all we have accomplished together. My sincere hope is that our residents are enjoying the many activities and programs available to them. I wish you all a very healthy and happy new year."

District 1
Trustee Bill Schmidt
Elected 2011
Years as a resident: 38
Phone: 630.909.5307
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Photo of Trustee Bill Schmidt
Committees/Commissions served:

Ordinance Committee Member, Redevelopment & Revitalization Committee Co-Chairman
Member of: Glendale Heights E.S.D.A. – Board Liaison and Member, CERT Member, Citizens Corps Council - Vice Chairman, Citizens' Police Academy Graduate, Certificated by FEMA, Former Vice-President Marquardt School District 15 Board of Education, Former Director-at Large Illinois Association of School Boards (DuPage Division)
"I am very thankful that the voters of District 1 have given me the opportunity to be their voice on the Village Board of Trustees. My family and I have lived in Glendale Heights for 38 years, watching the Village grow in size and stature, and I am proud and excited to be able to help shape its future. These are difficult times for residents and governments alike. We must set our priorities carefully so that the Village continues to grow and prosper while maintaining services consistent with a reasonable level of resource utilization. I feel that the Village is very fortunate to have assembled a staff of exceptional quality to help guide us through this period. Please accept my wishes for a happy, healthy, safe, and prosperous New Year."

District 2
Trustee & Deputy Mayor Sharon Fonte
Appointed:1999, Elected: 2001, 2005, 2009
Years as a resident:34
Phone: 630.909.5306
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Trustee Fonte
Committees/Commissions served:

Founders' Day Committee– Liaison, Plan Commission, Golf Course Committee, 40th Birthday Committee, Historical Committee, Charity Golf Classic Committee
Member of:Glendale Heights Jr. Woman's Club, Glendale Heights Chamber of Commerce
"To the residents of Glendale Heights I want to say thank you for giving me and the rest of the Board the opportunity to make the Village the best it can be. We have the best residents because they give us the encouragement that we need to keep going as representatives of our community. We have a Village Board with mutual respect for the residents, the executive staff, and the employees. Our police and fire departments are all team players, which totally helps in our plans for the future. We are so lucky to live in Glendale Heights, it is a community for the people. I again want to thank the residents, especially District 2, for all your support. If you have a question or concern I want you to remember that I am a phone call away. May this coming year find you with good health and happiness."

District 3
Trustee Michael Light
Elected: 2011
Years as a resident: 45

Phone: 630.909.5308
E-mail:Click here to email Trustee Light

Photo of Trustee Michael Light

Committees/Commissions served:

Appearance Commission – Board Liaison, Property Enhancement Committee, Ordinance Committee Member
Member of: Masons, Glen Ellyn Lodge 950 Medinah Shiners'
"I would like to thank all the residents for allowing me to be the Trustee for District 3. Being a resident since 1965 has given me a love for our Village. It is the town I have raised all three of my children in. I look forward to helping our community grow. I hope to see and meet many more families as they participate at the many programs and events that the Village of Glendale Heights has to offer. There are so many of them! These events can create a bond in our community so come on out and enjoy them! I also hope to get the chance to get to know more of you and thank you all for your support of our home town. Have a happy and wonderful New Year."

District 4
Trustee Pat Maritato
Elected 2003, 2007
Years as a resident: 35
Phone: 630.909.5309
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Committees/Commissions served:

Parks and Recreation Committee – Chairman, Plan Commission, Golf Course Committee – Chairman
"I am looking forward to a new year filled with the promise to improve the quality of life in Glendale Heights. The upcoming improvements to the Aquatic Center and Sports Hub will provide residents of all ages a superior facility for both indoor and outdoor recreation activities. As Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Committee, I am committed to provide the residents with enhanced team sports and leagues. The community is only as great as its people and I am honored to be the Trustee of District 4. I wish everyone a very happy and prosperous New Year!"

District 5
Trustee Chester Pojack
Elected 2003, 2005, 2009
Years as a resident: 41
Phone: 630.909.5310
E-mail: Click here to email Trustee Pojack
Trustee Pojack
Committees/Commissions served:
Citizen's Corps Council – Chairman Army Trail Road Committee – Chairman, Plan Commission, Youth Commission, Redevelopment & Revitalization Committee, Property Enhancement Committee, Citizen Emergency Response Team (CERT) – Chairman, Special Events Commission - Board Liaison
"2011 was another very successful year for our Village. Progress continues with the construction of the Police Department, Civic Center, Aquatic Center and Sports Hub. Congratulations to our new Trustees for Districts 1 and 3. I am looking forward to their fresh ideas and input. As always, I appreciate the support residents have given me; together we can continue to make the Village the best it can be, "Proud and Progressive." I want to thank you for attending our many events that the Village provides. It shows that you appreciate what we do for you. I also ask you to show your support for our country, military troops, and fly the USA flag daily. My wife and I wish you a peaceful, joyous, safe and healthy 2012."

District 6
Trustee Mary Schroeder
Elected: 2001, 2005, 2009
Years as a resident: 34
Phone: 630.909.5311
Click here to email Trustee Schroeder
Trustee Schroeder
Committees/Commissions served:

Ordinance Committee – Chairperson, Youth Commission, Charity Golf Classic Committee, 45th Birthday Committee – Chairperson, Golf Club Marketing Committee, Commercial and Industrial Commission, Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
Board Member of: Glendale Heights Chamber of Commerce, Glendale Heights Jr. Woman's Club (Past President), Bloomingdale Township Seniors – Board Member
"As the Village Board liaison to the Senior Citizens Advisory Council, I am happy to report that the Center for Senior Citizens has proved to be a wonderful new place in town for our senior residents. I look forward to seeing residents during the upcoming year that I've known for a long time, as well as meeting new people. I enjoy working with all of you and helping in any way that I can. Happy New Year to everyone and always remember, 'Among the things you can give and still keep are your word, a smile, and a grateful heart'."

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