Board OKs Fireworks Contract; Village Announces Route 12 Resurfacing

Lake Zurich trustees and village staff tackled many issues at Monday night's Village Board meeting, from the village's July 4 fireworks contract to approving safety-related proclamations.

Here's a look at some issues that were addressed at the April 16 meeting:

Fireworks Contract Approved

Trustees voted 4-1 to approve a $15,000 contract with J&M Displays to provide the July 4 fireworks. Trustees initially had due to questions about shell counts and the lack of bids. Park & Recreation Department Director Michael Perkins said the lack of proposals was due to many factors, including the potential vendors already being booked on July 4.

Route 12 Resurfacing Project Announced

Public Works Director David Heyden said the Illinois Department of Transportation plans to resurface Route 12 from Ela Road south through Deer Park. IDOT plans to put the project out to bid June 12 and expects to complete the resurfacing by Oct. 31.

Arbor Day/Earth Day Festivities Detailed

Perkins said the annual Arbor Day/Earth Day festivities will be held April 21 at Paulus Park. The day will include a park cleanup from 9 to 11 a.m., followed by a barbecue at noon for volunteers. From 10 a.m. to noon, a variety of activities will be held, including a birds of prey demonstration, tree planting and crafts.

Proclamations Issued

Mayor Suzanne Branding issued proclamations declaring: April 21, 2012 as Earth Day; April as Distracted Driving Month; April 16-22 as Buckle Up Lake Zurich Week; and May as Building Safety Month. Read these proclamations in their entirety on the village website.