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Welcome to the
Friendly Village of Worth! |
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Since its incorporation in 1914,
the Village of Worth has remained a place of beauty and
serenity. Settlers first arrived in 1858 and named the
area after General William J. Worth who won fame in both
the War of 1812 and the U.S. War with Mexico. The tree
lined streets of the village give it a friendly nature.
Whether raising a family or enjoying a well deserved retirement,
the Village of Worth truly offers something for everyone.
The village is encompassed by two townships in Cook County.
Palos Township, for residents West of Harlem Ave and Worth
Township for those living East of Harlem Ave.
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LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION
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Worth
serves as a hub to the Southwest suburbs and is only some
18 miles from the loop. The quaint train station offers
Metra service to the loop with Pace buses making the same
commute originating off 111th and Harlem. Midway airport
is only 8 miles away, and includes access to the CTA Orange
Line and O"Hare Airport is located 28 miles. The Village
hall is located at 7112 West 111th Street. |
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BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
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| Worth
offers a mixture of well known retail outlets and unique
shops and restaurants and is an active member in the Worth-Ridge
Chamber of Commerce. European imports, a variety of service
oriented businesses, golf supplies and steaks from Krapil's
restaurant and “Chicago Style” pizza establishments
ensure that all tastes and interests are satisfied. Worth
has a viable TIF district located in the vicinity of 111th
and Ridgeland Ave. A list of available property is noted
on our Economic Development Page. |
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HOMES
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A
municipal golf course, the Water's Edge, is located along
the Cal Sag at Harlem and 115th Stree and has
increased property values. Whether one wants a historic
or newly
constructed, larger home or a modest and attractive starter,
Worth offers a variety of styles, sizes and prices for
the young couple, full sized families or those in retirement.
Worth also has multiple condominium and rental facilities
throughout the village. |
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RECREATION
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| The biggest news in recreation in all of Southwest Cook County is the municipal
18 hole golf course along the Cal-Sag in Worth. The Water’s Edge Golf
Course
property includes a driving range, “The Edge” bar and grill, boat
launch, multi-use trails, athletic fields, and a pavilion for rent for residents
and nonresidents. Along the Cal Sag, visitors walk through the Metropolitan Water
Reclamation District’s SEPA station, which includes waterfalls and walking
trails. The village is home to the Worth Park District and Worth Public Library.
The Park District has 11 parks, including the Veteran’s Memorial Park at
111th Street and Harlem, a historic museum, preschool and after school care and
a variety of special events throughout the year. |
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CULTURAL EVENTS
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Each year in September the village celebrates Worth Days which recalls the founding
of the village. The event features one on the largest parades in the area,
organized by the Marrs-Meyer American Legion. The fest includes live music,
magic shows, family activities and carnival. The Worth Park District and
Worth Public Library
offer seasonal activities throughout the year.
Worth has a unique group of social groups available for residents to participate
in including the Girl and Boy Scouts, Lions Club, American Legion, and various
religious clubs and organizations. A complete list can be found on the Village
of Worth Website at www.villageofworth.com. |
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EDUCATION
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school children attend Classes at School District 127 which
has classrooms in both Worthwoods school west of Harlem
at 112th and Oketo and Worth Elementary School at 111th
and Oak Park. The Junior High is located at 112th and New
England. Worth is in both Shepard High School District
218 and Stagg High School District 230. Worth is located
approximately 2 miles East of the Moraine Valley Community
College campus. |
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HEALTH CARE
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Worth is conveniently
located close to Palos Community Hospital as well as Christ
Hospital in Oak Lawn. Doctors, dentists, chiropractors
and podiatrists all have offices in town and St. Francis
Hospital and Rush-Presbyterian also have Satellite medical
centers in the village offering excellent Healthcare for
everyone. |
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Village of Worth is a part of the North Palos Fire District.
The North Palos Fire Protection District is a separate
government body, with 3 Trustees and a Fire Chief. We maintain
three fire stations that serve the community in firefighting,
advanced life support (paramedic service), hazardous materials
and technical rescue specialty teams. In 57 years of service
to the community, the District has grown by expanding programs
and services. The District protects the communities of
Palos Hills, Worth, a portion of Hickory Hills and a large
area of the Cook County Forest Preserve; totaling a 15.5
square mile area and a population approaching
35,000 people. |
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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Village Hall: 708-448-1181
Police/Fire Emergency: 911
Police Department (Non Emergency): 708-448-3979
North Palos Fire Department (Non Emergency): (708) 974-4474
Worth Public Library: 708 448 2855
Worth Park District: 708-448-7080
Worth School District 127: 708-448-2800
School District 218: (708) 974-7400
School District 230: (708) 371-1111
Worth Township: (708) 371-2900
Palos Township: (708) 598-4418
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