5 Things the Village Wants You to Know

Upcoming Capital Improvement Projects

The warmer weather is here! And that means the Village's 2011 Capital Improvements Program will shift into high gear! Projects will take place this spring and summer –most by the Village, some by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). Projects include street reconstruction (a complete rebuild from the bottom up—often incorporating new sewer or water pipes), street resurfacing (simply replacing the top layer of the street), and other priorities. Most projects will be underway by mid-May— and are scheduled to wrap up by mid-October. To stay up-to-the minute on Capital Projects, visit www.glenview.il.us/departments/capital—and check out our major project blogs!

Watch Those Weeds

It's that time of year again: grass is growing, weeds are sprouting and dandelions are in abundance. Keep in mind that, under Village Code, weeds and grass may not exceed eight inches in height. Report any problems to (847) 904-4350—but please note that the Village does not prohibit or regulate dandelion growth.

Chicago River Day

Help beautify the West Fork of the Chicago River with a trash pick-up. The public is invited to join the Friends of the Chicago River for the 19th annual Chicago River Day on Saturday, May 14 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will meet in the Kohl’s Parking lot off of Willow Road. Free t-shirts are available for all the volunteers. Work gloves and trash bags will be provided. If you have questions, please call the Site Captain Henrietta Saunders at 847-729-2329.

Water is a Precious Resource, Help the Village Conserve

Glenview residents and businesses are reminded that seasonal watering restrictions go into effect on May 15, and will remain in effect through September 15. Lawn sprinkling is not permitted between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekdays, with the exception of legal holidays that fall on weekdays. Special exemptions to the watering restrictions are allowed for residents establishing new lawns. Newly laid sod, hydroseed, trees and shrubs will be exempt from the 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. restriction for a period of no more than 28 days. Persons watering during the restricted times or days will be assessed a fine.

2010 Glenview Civic Awards Dinner

Will take place at the Valley Lo Club on Friday, April 29th at 6 p.m. For more information including reservations please contact the Glenview Chamber of Commerce at (847) 724-0900.