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Long Grove E-Newsletter Edition 53                      October 3, 2019

In this newsletter you will find information about ongoing road construction projects that continue to cause traffic delays in and around Long Grove, the Village has made two new appointments to key commissions/committees, and free daffodil bulbs are now available at Village Hall. The 2020 Census will kick off April 1, 2020 and Census workers are now being sought. The Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association recently presented the Village with a $60,000 check to help with the cost of new lighting in the downtown area, and Oktoberfest is coming up this Saturday at Buffalo Creek Brewing. Also, mark your calendars and see below for more information about Scarecrow Day in our historic downtown. 

Thank you!
Village of Long Grove 
Road Construction Continues on Rt. 53/Old Hicks Road
Traffic delays continue on Rt. 53 and Old Hicks Road due to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) road construction project. Periodic lane closures between Old McHenry Road and Lake Cook Road are causing the delays; lane closures will not occur during peak travel times from 6:00 - 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. This project is expected to be completed prior to Thanksgiving, weather-permitting. Future updates will be provided in upcoming E-newsletters.  Questions pertaining to this project can be directed to the IDOT Project Manager Jonathan Schumacher at  847-705-4260 or Jonathan.Schumacher@illinois.gov .
IN THIS ISSUE
HDLGBA Presents Check for Street Lights

The Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association (HDLGBA) presented the Village of Long Grove with a check for $60,000 to help offset the cost for new lighting in the downtown. Representatives from the HDLGBA thank all who support the downtown by sipping, shopping, dining, and attending their special events that made this donation possible. The donated funds will go toward the roughly $8 million in improvements the Village of Long Grove has funded over the last few years to continue to beautify and improve aesthetics of the downtown area to support growth and commerce.  
Asphalt Resurfacing on Rt. 22 Continues

Asphalt resurfacing work managed by the Illinois Department of Transportation continues on Rt. 22 between Quentin Road and Route 83. This project is expected to be completed in early October, weather-permitting. Significant traffic delays are occurring, and are anticipated to continue through the end of this project. Roadwork begins daily at 7:00 a.m. and ends at 7:00 p.m. Motorists are advised to utilize detours. 
Apply to Work for Census 2020 

Census Day is on April 1, 2020, and the U.S. Census Bureau is currently recruiting individuals across the U.S. to assist in the Census count. Visit this link to learn more about eligibility, the application process, compensation and locations where Census workers are needed, and to apply to work for the 2020 Census. Click here to learn more about the 2020 Census and to view frequently asked questions (FAQ).
Village of 
Long Grove 

Office Hours 
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. -  5:00 p.m.
  Main line   
847-634-9440
Village Website Address 

Village Administration
Village Manager 
David Lothspeich

Elected Officials

Village President 
Bill Jacob

Trustee 
Chris Borawski

Trustee 
Anne Kritzmire

Trustee 
Chuck Nora

Trustee 
Rita O'Connor

Trustee 
Bobbie O'Reilly

Trustee 
Michael Sarlitto

Village Clerk 
Amy Johns Gayton

Please email
to provide feedback or comments on Village communication efforts.
Half Marathon Street Closures for Saturday, October 5th
The annual Prairie State Half Marathon will be running again on Saturday, October 5, 2019 starting at 8:30 a.m. Road closures will begin at 7:15 a.m. and end at 12:30 p.m. The race route requires temporary lane closures that will result in significant traffic delays along the race route, which includes the following streets:
  • Downtown Long Grove Area: Old McHenry Road, Cuba Road and Robert Parker Coffin Road.
  • Country Club Estates: Schaeffer Road, Checker Road, Old Hicks Road, Coach Road, Lexington Road, Cumberland Circle, Lincoln Avenue, Shenandoah Avenue, Country Club Drive and Holly Court.
Please click this link for race details and to view the race route.
Village Makes Two New Appointments
Two individuals were recently appointed to Village advisory commissions/committees. Rob Seitz is the newest member of the Conservancy Scenic Corridor Committee (CSCC) that advises the Village Board regarding conservancy districts and scenic corridors. Brett Smith was appointed to the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals (PCABA) and will serve as the new secretary. The PCZBA focuses on development and reviews plans and recommendations for zoning changes. The Village thanks these two residents for volunteering their time and talents. Those interested in volunteering for one of the Village's five key commissions/committees should email Village President Bill Jacob at Bill.Jacob@LongGroveIL.gov .  
Free Daffodil Bulbs for Residents at Village Hall
Free daffodil bulbs are available to Long Grove residents for planting in the public right-of-way. Residents can pick up bulbs at the Village Hall, 3110 Old McHenry Road in Long Grove, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. For more information, call Village Hall at 847-634-9440.
Oktoberfest is Saturday, October 5th














Admission is complimentary for this family-friendly event and co-sponsored by the Long Grove/Kildeer/Hawthorn Woods Rotary Club and Buffalo Creek Brewing. For more information, click here. 
Scarecrow Day in 
Downtown  Long Grove
The annual scarecrow-making fest returns to historic downtown Long Grove on October 12, 2019. Scarecrow engineers are invited to amass outside The Country House (430 Robert Parker Coffin Road) in the heart of downtown between 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to build their own custom scarecrows (and get a free pumpkin while supplies last -  compliments of Weichert Real Estate). Each set of builders will receive a wood base, a bale of hay, and building guidance; however, participants are asked to bring old clothing, shoes, hats, gloves, and accessories to dress their creations to their liking! Thereafter, all scarecrows are propped up throughout downtown Long Grove for the rest of the month adding to the colorful Halloween Town backdrop. Parking will be available in the Village Tavern parking lot for this event. 
SWALCO Event Coming Up

A Household Chemical Waste drop off event is coming up on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Gurnee SWALCO facility, located at 1311 N. Estes Street. Appointments are required and collections are for residential waste only. Please click here to schedule an appointment, and visit this link for a list of acceptable and unacceptable items. 
Community Calendar
Click on the meeting below for additional information.

Monday, October 7, 2019
(held on Monday instead of the normal Tuesday meeting)
Monday, October 7, 2019
(held on Monday instead of the normal Tuesday meeting)
Monday, October 14, 2019
Wednesday, October 16, 2019

View all upcoming and past Village of Long Grove public meetings,  agendas and minutes,  here .