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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
| 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
| 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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RESIDENCE
AND HOUSING
| 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
| 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
AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
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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SCHOOLS
AND EDUCATION
| Grade
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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PUBLIC
SAFETY AND HEALTH CARE
| The Village
of Worth is protected by a professional Police Department
that is staffed 24 hours a day. In addition to patrol
and calls for service, the Worth Police Department
is versed and engaged in services to the community
such as neighborhood watch, bike patrol, crime prevention
and traffic safety programs. The department also
participates in larger scale programs like the South
Suburban Major Case Unit and ILEAS for major incident
mutual aid calls. The Worth Police Department proudly
serves the community and gladly accepts the responsibility
of protecting our residents and property. |
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| The 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. They 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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| 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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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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