Don't Mow In May, Western Springs Advises

WESTERN SPRINGS, IL – Western Springs says it's just fine if you don't mow in May. In fact, the village encourages it.

In a statement this week, the village promised to suspend enforcement during May of its rule requiring that grass be no higher than 8 inches.

The village said "No Mow May" is a conservation initiative to let grass grow to create habitat and forage for early-season pollinators and other wildlife.

Other towns taking part are Countryside, Westmont, Glenview, Lombard and Northbrook.

"This is a nice way to bring in spring and support the pollinators," Trustee James John said at Monday's Village Board meeting. "Save some gas and save some time on the weekend."

Added Village President Heidi Rudolph, "This is a good example where we can encourage residents to be involved in some of our green initiatives."