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Travel into yesteryear, with an eye toward our future.....
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Long Grove E-Newsletter Edition 67 June 4, 2020
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In this newsletter you will find information about Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois plan, steps the Village has taken to continue to support businesses through the pandemic, and a reminder that the Neighborhood Cleanup is this weekend! Please considering taking the time to complete the U.S. Census so that Long Grove can be counted, and see updates on the RPC Bridge throughout its reconstruction. Businesses continue to be creative, including one that plans to host drive-in move nights, and outdoor dining is now open for restaurants and bars throughout Long Grove!
The Village meeting calendar is also provided below.
Thank you!
Village of Long Grove
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Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois Plan
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The Restore Illinois
plan has now moved to
Phase 3 throughout the state. Restaurants and bars are now providing outdoor seating with safety restrictions in place. Non-essential businesses, such as personal services (hair and nail salons), offices, health/fitness centers, and more can also reopen with safety guidelines. Please visit this link for more information on how these changes that affect both residents and businesses.
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Neighborhood Cleanup Is This Weekend
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Residents are encouraged to take part in the yearly Neighborhood Cleanup - coming up this weekend (Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, 2020). During these two days, any trash picked up by residents around the community can be placed in normal plastic garbage bags and left at the roadside, which will be collected by Waste Management next week. For questions, please call Village Hall at 847-634-9440.
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The Village has an opening on the Conservancy/Scenic Corridor Committee (CSCC), which advises the Village Board relating to conservancy districts and scenic corridors. Other committees that serve as advisory bodies include the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals (PCZBA), Architectural Commission (AC), Economic Development Commission (EDC) and the Pathway Committee (PC). Learn more about all them, click
here.
To inquire about the CSCC position, or if you have interest in volunteering to serve on another committee or commission, please email Village President Bill Jacob at Bill.Jacob@longgroveil.gov.
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Park District Receives
State Grant
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The Long Grove Park District has received a $62,500 grant from the State of Illinois for parking lot improvements at Reed Turner Woodland Nature Center. This work will improve drainage and provide greater accessibility for all visitors.
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A Household Chemical Waste (HCW) collection event will take place Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the SWALCO Grayslake facility, 1311 Estes Street. Appointments are required; schedule one
here
. Individuals should stay in their vehicles and wear a face cover. Only residential waste will be collected; click
here
for a list of acceptable/unacceptable items.
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Woodfire Tavern
Drive-In Movie Nights
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Creativity from businesses so they can operate in different ways through the pandemic continues; Woodfire Tavern has been approved by the Village to host
drive-in move nights on Fridays and/or Saturdays from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. in their front east parking lot, 4868 Route 83 in Long Grove. Moviegoers will be able to purchase food and spirits from the restaurant to be delivered to their vehicles as they watch. All safety precautions will be observed, including having restaurant staff wear personal protective equipment (PPE). Guests can use restrooms in the building, while following social distancing guidelines. Visit
the Woodfire Grill website for more information on future dates.
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Village of
Long Grove
Village Hall remains closed to the public due to the pandemic with Village staff working remotely and regularly checking emails and voicemails. Click
here for staff emails. To contact elected officials, scroll down and click on their name(s) below.
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
847-634-9440
Village Administration
Village Manager
Elected Officials
Village President
Trustee
Trustee
Trustee
Trustee
Trustee
Trustee
Village Clerk
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Please email
to provide feedback or comments on Village communication efforts.
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Village Takes Additional Steps
to Support Businesses
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As part of the continuing efforts to support Long Grove businesses, the Village Board unanimously approved an ordinance amending the Village Code to expand Village President Bill Jacob's authority to expedite special event application reviews. This step allows for expanded outdoor seating, temporary signage, and other opportunities that provide more flexibility for businesses to operate during the different phases of the Restore Illinois plan. Overall, it will allow the Village President to make streamlined decisions that are in the best interests of supporting businesses. Several Long Grove businesses have already submitted applications; interested businesses can
click here
to access and submit an online application. Visit this link for a listing of all Long Grove restaurants.
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Both the east and west abutments for the newly constructed RPC Bridge have been completed. Abutments are the foundations that support the bridge; the previous limestone abutments were replaced with concrete to further strengthen the structure. The next steps are to backfill the abutments, remove the steel sheeting, and for the bridge to be moved back into place. Painting of the bridge has also begun.
Please visit
this link
for up-to-date information and additional pictures documenting the progress of this project. Weather-permitting, this reconstructions is expected to be completed by end of summer.
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Take Time to Complete the U.S. Census!
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Care About The Count
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All Long Grove residents are encouraged to complete the U.S. Census if you have not already done so! It's important for every resident to be counted, because these numbers will dictate funding, congressional representation and other community benefits for the next 10 years! The census can be completed online, via the phone or by filling out the paper survey. Visit
census.gov for more information.
Please note: Some residents have contacted the Village reporting they received two 2020 Census questionnaires - one with the RFD address and the other with the street name address. It is recommended to submit the street name address questionnaire. If you already sent in your questionnaire under the RFD address, it will still be counted.
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Village Receives $200K Grant for Stempel Parking Lot Improvements
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The Village recently was awarded a $200,000 grant from the State of Illinois to resurface Stempel Parking Lot. The lot, located in the heart of the downtown, provides parking for shoppers, diners and attendees of the many yearly festivals.
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Outdoor Eating in Long Grove
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The weather has warmed, the flowers have bloomed, and alfresco dining season has finally returned to historic downtown Long Grove! After the longest hibernation period on record
, restaurant and bar patios have been green lit to open again for business. Capacity limitations and social distancing rules will be enforced in order to ensure the safety of all customers. Support for all of the Village's food service establishments can help the local economy to rebound more quickly. Please visit this link for a listing of food service establishments throughout Long Grove; a list of Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association restaurants providing outdoor seating options are
here
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The Long Grove Park District had to cancel spring nature talks due to the pandemic, but are now offering free virtual talks via Zoom.
- Landscaping for Wildlife Discover the benefits of designing native habitats, such as butterfly gardens and rain gardens. Native plant selection and identification, habitat requirements and maintenance will be discussed on Thursday, June 11, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Butterfly Gardening What factors have influenced butterfly populations in our area and how can gardeners help foster these winged jewels? Discover what you can do to attract more butterflies to your landscape on Thursday, June 25, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Registration is required to obtain the Zoom link. Call 847-438-4743 or email syoung@lgparks.org. The Long Grove Park District is a non-taxing public organization staffed by volunteers. Visit lgparks.org.
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Upcoming Village Meetings
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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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Monday, June 15, 2020
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All Village meetings are virtual until further notice due to the pandemic. Above
are scheduled meetings as of this E-newsletter publish date.
For up-to-date information on these meetings, please click here
to learn how to participate in meetings virtually, and to view meeting agendas and minutes.
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