October will be the final month for Branch and Brush pick up for 2021. Residents should note that the week of October 11-14 will be the last pick-up for Hill Avenue and north of Hill Avenue; while the week of October 18-21 will be the last week for residents living south of Hill Avenue. The Village encourages residents to comply with the following specifications for pick up:

Non-compliant piles will be tagged to identify the reason they were not picked-up. Piles that are not picked-up will need to be disposed of in a future regular refuse collection as yard waste, using bags and stickers. The Branch and Brush program will resume in May 2022.

Beginning Monday, October 11, the Village's Community Development Department will be closing the counter to the public at 3:30 p.m., an hour earlier each day through the end of the year. The permit counter will be open for business from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.  Please note that phone lines will remain open and inspections will still be conducted while the counter is closed.

Additionally, the counter will be closed on Wednesday, October 13 from noon to 4:30 p.m. for Departmental training. Please note that during the half day training, phones will go to voicemail.

Beginning this week, installation of brick commenced on the northeast corner of the Apex 400 project. For the safety of pedestrians during this installation, the walkway from the Main Street parking garage to the sidewalk on Main Street will be temporarily closed. It is anticipated that the work will take approximately two weeks, with a targeted re-opening date of Monday, October 18. The garage is accessible for both vehicles and pedestrians via Glenwood Avenue only.

Due to a water service upgrade needed near the intersection of Main Street and Crescent Boulevard in the downtown, Crescent Boulevard from Glenwood Avenue to Main Street will be closed to vehicular traffic on Monday, October 11. A portion of the north sidewalk on Crescent will also be closed to pedestrians on both Monday, October 11 and Tuesday, October 12, please note posted signage.

The closure will be setup at 6 a.m. to allow the contractor to start working promptly at 7 a.m. The street will be closed for the duration of the day and is anticipated to be back open before evening.

Businesses will remain open through the duration of this project.

The annual Auto Inspection Program for seniors, sponsored by Milton Township Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) Council, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, October 9. The free event, available to all Milton Township seniors, is held at the Wheaton Fire Station One, 1 Fapp Circle, Wheaton.

Certified mechanics and volunteers will check your car’s safety and make recommendations for the winter months ahead. Cars are inspected on a first come, first served basis. Note: Please be prepared to wear a mask during your visit.

For more information, please call Milton Township at (630) 668-1616 or view the flyer here.

3D Award-winning chalk artist Nate Baranowski will create artwork in the heart of downtown Glen Ellyn in front of Citibank, 444 N. Main Street, beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 9.

“Chalk the Walk” is part of the College of DuPage (COD) Public Art program. This program is a two-year initiative in which College of DuPage is partnering with DuPage County communities in the creation of public artworks and fostering community engagement in the arts.

Baranowski is a Chicago-based award-winning artist who has traveled the world doing installations. He has worked in a range of mediums, including large chalk murals, indoor and outdoor painted murals, acrylic on canvas, and various forms of digital painting and concept art. For his appearance in Glen Ellyn, Baranowski will be doing what he specializes in: 3D chalk creation that looks like it pops right out of the ground.

The Public Art Committee encourages everyone to join in on the fun and chalk the sidewalk in front of your home or business from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 9. Those who wish to participate can pick up a box of free chalk this week (one package per family) from the following locations, while supplies last:

Free chalk will also be available on Saturday, October 9 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the following locations:

Three packages of chalk will have a winning ice cream gift certificate. Those who participate are asked to share their family-friendly artwork and upload a photo to be shared with the community at https://tinyurl.com/WalksGE.

Whether you are looking for a little extra cash, hoping to find a better job, or a new career direction, Glen Ellyn is eager to hire for a variety of industry sectors for immediate openings at this free virtual job fair. On Tuesday, October 12 from 4– 6 p.m. job seekers can chat online with hiring managers to put their best (virtual) foot forward. This is your chance to connect with businesses and talk about your next job in the comfort of your own home.

This Virtual Open House Job Fair will be online through Zoom. Each business will have its own specific link to join. Click on the link anytime on October 12 between 4– 6 p.m. to learn more details about the available positions. Visit as many companies as you would like. Job Fair links are found at www.GlenEllynChamber.com/JobFair

This year's Fire Prevention Week theme, "Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!" works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe.

In support of Fire Prevention Week, spanning October 3-9, 2021, the Glen Ellyn Volunteer Fire Company shares these safety tips to help you “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety”

For more information about Fire Prevention Week and fire prevention in general, visit www.fpw.org.

Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of October 9, in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which occurred 150 years ago.

Unfortunately again this year, the Glen Ellyn Volunteer Fire Company will not be hosting their annual Open House during Fire Prevention Week. Through outreach using social media, the Fire Company will be sharing the fire safety message and engaging with the public in other unique ways:

Look for more details to be shared on the Fire Company's social media channels including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) endorsement of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendations for a booster dose of the Pfizer – BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, people who are 65 years and older, residents in long-term care settings, and people aged 50-64 years with underlying medical conditions are eligible for and encouraged to get their booster dose. In addition, people aged 18-49 years with underlying medical conditions as well as people aged 18-64 years who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission based on their occupational or institutional setting are also eligible to receive a booster shot of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine. Booster recommendations only apply to individuals who completed the two-shot series of Pfizer-BioNTech at least 6 months ago. Individuals who received Moderna or Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines are not currently eligible for boosters and mixing vaccines is not recommended.

Individuals eligible for the booster dose can visit www.vaccines.gov and enter your zip code to find a vaccine provider near you. You may also talk to your healthcare provider about how to get the COVID-19 booster or schedule a COVID-19 booster at any of the following retail pharmacies:

The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) began offering boosters on October 1 at the Wheaton and Lombard locations; however, appointments are limited, and advance registration is required. DCHD will re-open its mass vaccination site at the DuPage County Fairgrounds on October 13, 2021 for booster doses as well as primary vaccination for eligible persons not yet vaccinated against COVID-19. Individuals who have already registered with DCHD will receive email notification with scheduling instructions. Individuals not yet registered should visit here to register or call DCHD at 630-682-7400 for assistance.

The DuPage County Health Department Care Van will make stops in various locations across the County in the upcoming months. The van will be in Glen Ellyn on the following dates:

Those in need of the COVID-19 vaccine are able to walk up to the Care Van and receive the vaccination from a Health Department nurse. The clinic is free and open to all people 12 years or older, including those who do not have health insurance or legal immigration status. The Care Van will offer either the Pfizer vaccine which requires two doses 21 days apart or the single dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Please note that anyone under 18 years old must have a parent or legal guardian accompany them.

What you should know about the COVID-19 vaccination: