The top five resolutions for 2025, according to Statista Consumer Insights, are to save money, eat healthier, exercise more, lose weight and spend more time with family and friends.
Every year at The Hinsdalean we like to move beyond setting our own resolutions and offer a list for readers, leaders and elected officials in the community to try to improve on what we always hope will be a peaceful and prosperous new year.
We’re not sure whether this unsolicited advice will be followed, but like Fred’s Christmas greetings to his Uncle Scrooge, we offer it just the same.
• Rearrange the furniture
District 181 should move audience seating closer to the board table for its meetings — or provide binoculars so attendees can see who’s sitting up there.
• Mind your manners
Candidates running in the April election should remember that their “opponents” in these races are neighbors and community members who also are willing to donate their time to serve. We hope each will campaign on the unique qualities he or she would bring to the office rather than focusing on disparaging other candidates.
• Keep the criminals away
The best way to deter crime in town? Don’t invite criminals in with opportunities for easy pickings. Lock car doors and remove the key fob from the interior. Make sure to keep some interior lights on when away from home.
• Make local investments
Residents who patronized local stores, salons and restaurants should continue to support these establishments all year long.
• Do your homework
Voters should spend the time needed to make informed choices when they head to the polls for the April 1 consolidated general election. In Hinsdale alone, 16 candidates are running for 12 seats on the village board, library board and one school board.
• Sign up now
Residents of all ages should take advantage of all that’s available to them in the village — from the property tax-supported offerings of the Hinsdale Parks and Recreation Department and the Hinsdale Public Library to classes and programs at The Community House.
• Follow the rules
We continue to see kids riding high-powered electric bikes (750 watts and higher) that have been banned in the village. We also see them riding low-speed electric bikes on the sidewalks, which is prohibited, and in the business district, where they are prohibited. Even those on traditional bicycles are breaking the rules riding on the sidewalk in the central business district. Parents need to make sure their kids know the rules and set significant consequences if they do not follow them rules. Otherwise the consequences will be much more serious if someone is injured or killed.
• Adopt, don’t shop
Almost two dozen dogs, almost a dozen cats a handful of guinea pigs and a rabbit are available to adopt from the Hinsdale Humane Society. If you’re looking for a new pet, before calling a breeder or heading to the local pet store, visit http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org.
• Join Red Devil Nation
Residents who have yet to attend an athletic event, a concert or a theatrical performance at Hinsdale Central High School should resolve to do so this year. These talented teens put in a lot of work before stepping on the court or the stage — and they’d appreciate the support.
• Give us the scoop
Our most valuable source for story ideas is you. Is there something happening with you, in your family, on your block or with a local organization you’re connected to that your neighbors would enjoy knowing about? Give us a call (630-323-4422) or shoot us an email ([email protected]). That’s what community news is all about.
