The Village of Brookfield announced that it has been awarded an $18,500 grant from Morton Arboretum to support its Tree Inventory and Urban Forest Management Plan. The grant will help update the Village Code and identify planting locations and associated costs.
The Village of Brookfield has announced the launch of the Zoning Code Update project webpage, featuring the Technical Review Report for public viewing. This report examines the village’s current zoning regulations and identifies potential areas for improvement. Community members are encouraged to participate in this process by providing their insights, ideas, and feedback.
Village of Bellwood, State of Illinois, F.H. Paschen and Mesirow Public Finance Collaborate On Transformative Housing Development Utilizing Workforce Housing Bonds in Illinois
The Village of Brookfield commenced construction on two public infrastructure projects this week: the 2024 Water Main Improvements and the standalone 2024 Lead Water Service Line Replacement Project.
Join us for a summer series of live music at Veterans Park. Every Wednesday night from 6 to 9 PM, various musical genres will be performed by different bands. Attendees are encouraged to bring family and friends for an evening under the stars. The lineup is as follows:
The modernization of the Fall Leaf Collection Program—the first since 1994—will address resident concerns over potential safety hazards created by leaf piles, streamline the leaf collection process, and reduce confusion over parking restrictions. The changes follow a case study conducted by the Village of Oak Park on 150 Illinois municipalities to identify best practices for leaf collection.
The Village of Western Springs is conducting The National Community Survey™—a comprehensive quality of life survey—through the end of July. Initially, the survey was available to randomly selected residents who received a mailed invitation to participate. Until July 31, all residents can complete the survey online or using a QR code provided.
The Brookfield Police Department announced it is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and over 200 local law enforcement agencies to enhance enforcement efforts aimed at reducing speeding. Throughout July, motorists can expect increased patrols focusing on speeding and other traffic violations.
Cook County’s Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) invites the public to review the 2024 Cook County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, which is undergoing a mandatory five-year update.
The Government Alliance for Safe Communities (GASC), a collaboration between the State of Illinois, Cook County, and the City of Chicago, has launched a new website aimed at enhancing community safety efforts in the greater Chicago region. The site, ILGovAlliance.org, serves as a resource for community-based organizations seeking grant opportunities and capacity-building resources.