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A Message from Karen Darch |
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Good morning, all!
I hope that you will join us for this weekend's Barrington Town-Warming featuring our keynote speaker Robert Gates, the former U.S. Secretary of Defense and CIA Director. Our theme this year is "Security in a Post-Pandemic World," and we will be exploring topics around local and national security, as well as the security of our well-being with various area health experts. Tickets are still available for our virtual option.
I hope you will also consider joining us at the upcoming annual Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Summit on February 9, as well as the first "Brr-ington Winter Fest" event on February 26. And don't forget about the Public Information Meeting regarding the Route 14 Underpass project on February 23 (see article below).
As we head into spring, we thought it would be a good time to invite you to read more about each of our Village Trustees, beginning in this E-news edition with Trustee Jason Lohmeyer. Over the next couple of months, we will be featuring each Board member in turn. This will give our community an opportunity to get to know your elected officials better and learn more about what leads them to serve in Village government. See the article below.
Finally, on behalf of the entire Village of Barrington, I would like to extend our condolences to the Duchossois family on the death of Richard Duchossois, who was 100 years old when he passed away last weekend. "Mr. D" has always been a tremendous supporter of our community, and he will be greatly missed.
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend, and stay warm!
Karen Darch
Village President
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TOMORROW: Barrington Town-Warming with Keynote Speaker Robert Gates |
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Virtual tickets are still available for tomorrow's Barrington Town-Warming - a re-creation of the robust lecture series held in Barrington during the Depression era. The event will be held on Saturday, February 5, with this year's theme being “Security in a Post-Pandemic World.” The event's presenting sponsor is Northern Trust; Keynote Speaker Sponsors are Greg and Anna Brown; and Live-Streaming sponsor is Kim Duchossois.
This year's extraordinary keynote speaker is the former U.S. Secretary of Defense and CIA Director Robert Gates, who will appear in a virtual fireside chat with Motorola Chairman and CEO Greg Brown. The day’s other speakers and panelists will appear in person.
The event begins at 9:00 a.m. with opening remarks from Village of Barrington President Karen Darch and Father Michael Sparaough. Two morning panel discussions will discuss “Present-Day Threats” and “The Security of Our Well-Being.” The first panel will be moderated by the Barrington Cultural Commission’s Diane Bergan and will feature Mark Gossett, Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer, Northern Trust; Marc Sullivan of the Illinois Emergency Management Agency; Illinois Homeland Security Advisor; Brian Vercruysse, PE, Rail Safety Program Administrator, Illinois Commerce Commission; and Beth Windisch, Regional Prevention Coordinator, Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
The second panel will be moderated by Corey McPherrin, News Anchor, WFLD Chicago, and will feature Dr. Allison Arwady, MD, MPH, Commissioner, City of Chicago Department of Public Health; Karen Lambert, President, Advocate Aurora Healthcare; and Mark Pfister, Executive Director, Lake County Health Department.
After lunch, we will feature the keynote discussion between Robert Gates and Greg Brown. A reception follows. Go to www.barringtonswhitehouse.com/events for tickets and information.
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Village Reflects on the Passing of Philanthropist Richard Duchossois |
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The Village of Barrington Board of Trustees and Staff would like to extend their deepest condolences to the Duchossois family on the passing of Richard Duchossois. "Mr. D.," as he was affectionately known to us in Barrington, was a long-time member of our community who, along with his family, was a tremendous supporter of numerous philanthropic endeavors in Barrington and in the wider Chicago region. Among many other contributions, he and his family assisted the Village with the renovation and restoration of Barrington's White House, which has now become a true treasure in our downtown. We are very grateful for his service and his support, and our community will miss him greatly. (Photo credit: Chicago Sun-Times).
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Meet Your Village Board of Trustees: Jason Lohmeyer |
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Trustee Jason Lohmeyer was first elected to the Village Board of Trustees in 2015. He and his family moved to Jewel Park in 2008.
Jason and his wife, Corryn, have been married since 1996. Their daughter, Kendall, attends Station Middle School in the Chinese Immersion program. Jason has volunteered at JourneyCare Hospice and was involved in other community organizations prior to living in Barrington. Activities surrounding Kendall have kept him busy through the years, including being Girl Scout Cookie Dad and co-leader. Jason and his family enjoy traveling to new destinations and experiencing different cultures.
As Trustee, he has immersed himself in the financial health of the village, and currently chairs the Finance Committee. Jason enjoys being involved in the various issues facing our village and helping develop viable solutions that shape our community.
Since 2018, Jason has worked for Lifeline Vascular Care, where he is the Chief Financial Officer. Previously he worked for CVS Caremark, where he held various roles including Director of Finance for a $10+ billion division. Jason earned his BS in Business (Accounting & Business Administration) from the University of Kansas, and his MBA from DePaul University with a concentration in Finance. He is a non-practicing CPA. Jason has served as a Member of the Barrington Firefighters’ Pension Board for six years, helping oversee the pension fund and evaluating disability applications.
To learn more about your Village Board of Trustees, click here.
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February 26: New Winter Event!
"Brr-ington" Winter Fest
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Warm up your winter and join the Village of Barrington at the first ever Brr-ington Winter Fest on Saturday, February 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Barrington. The free, family-friendly event will feature live ice carving demonstrations, meet and greet with princess favorites Elsa and Anna, face painting, winter-themed games, s’more and hot chocolate stations and more. Go to www.barrington-il.gov/winterfest for more information.
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Information About Stolen Mail in Barrington |
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The Barrington Police Department's Detective Lori Allsteadt has created a video to discuss recent incidents of stolen mail in Barrington.
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February 23: Public Information Meeting Regarding Route 14 Underpass Project |
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The Village will hold a Public Information Meeting regarding the Route 14 underpass project at Village Hall on Wednesday, February 23rd. The meeting will be conducted on an informal basis with Village representatives and members of the design team available from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m.
During this time, representatives will be available to answer individual questions offered by those in attendance. If you are unable to attend, meeting materials and the opportunity to submit questions will also be available on the Village website here: https://www.barrington-il.gov/underpass.
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Railroad Emergency? Get Help by Using the Blue "ENS" Sign |
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If you are near a railroad crossing during an emergency and need help, use locate the blue and white Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign at the grade crossing.
Then call the railroad’s emergency contact number listed on the blue sign (#1 at right). Communicate your location by providing the identification number (#2 at right) and state the nature of the emergency to the dispatcher.
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Ortho Molecular Products Finds a New Home at "The Barrington" Complex on Rt. 14 |
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The former "GE Building" on Route 14 near Western Avenue has recently been transformed into a 40-acre, 25,000-square-foot "community-focused corporate village" entitled The Barrington by its owners, Bourns, Inc.
The owners recently welcomed the first tenant to the complex, Ortho Molecular Products, a privately held company providing nutritional solutions to licensed healthcare practitioners. Ortho Molecular Products is the first tenant in the 540 building on the campus, occupying approximately 33,000 square feet of space on the second floor. The facility is owned and operated by Bourns, Inc.
The corporate office location provides plenty of space for Ortho Molecular Products’ growing team, as well as open-access amenities like a fitness center and food court-style cafeteria. The overall vision for the building, which has been reconfigured for multi-tenant use, includes tenants in the fields of wellness, medicine and bioengineering.
“We are thrilled to announce our expansion at The Barrington as we look forward to the future growth of Ortho Molecular Products,” said Aaron Bartz, President. “We’re excited to provide our teams a much larger and more accommodating place to work. In addition, we look forward to being a part of a facility focused on healthcare and wellness, an industry we are proud to support.”
Bourns, Inc. is also seeking tenants in fields such as technology, food service/retail and general office. In addition to the 540 building, the campus also includes the 550 building (approximately 103,000 square feet) and the 570 building (approximately 32,000 square feet) with leasing options available.
The goal is to return the once-bustling campus to its former glory, but with a reimagining of its purpose within the Barrington community.
“We are glad to welcome Ortho Molecular Products as the first tenant in our 540 building, and look forward to more businesses joining them in the future,” said Dave Fernekes, Director of Barrington Facilities at Bourns, Inc. “This campus has the potential to become a landmark location in Barrington once again, and we are excited to invest in the future of this local community.”
Businesses interested in learning more about lease opportunities can contact Dave Fernekes directly at dave.fernekes@bourns.com.
Pictured above: Aaron Bartz, president of Ortho Molecular Products; Gary Powers, CEO of Ortho Molecular Products; Rush Hill, owner of Bourns, Inc.
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Winter Biking and Pedestrian Safety Tips |
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Walking and bike riding in the winter weather have to be miserable. With a little planning, bike riding in the colder temperatures can be quite enjoyable.
Here are some tips for cyclists and pedestrians:
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Layer it up. Layering clothes is the key to comfort and warmth.
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Protect the extremities. Wear gloves and thick socks, and a winter hat.
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Protect your noggin. Wear a thin hat and adjust your helmet to fit.
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Be cool. Wear sunglasses to help with glare from snow.
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Be flashy. Wear bright clothing to be visible to other drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians, and always have light on your bike to make yourself more visible.
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Share the way. Be mindful of other cyclists, runners, and pedestrians.
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Gain grip. For cyclists, tire studs or chains provide better traction for slippery roads and paths. For pedestrians, wear proper footwear with good grip that can reduce your chances of slipping and/or falling.
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Be spotless. Clean your bike; salt and winter weather may require more “TLC” for your bike.
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Plan ahead. Check the weather forecast ahead of time and be cautious if conditions are poor.
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See and be seen. If you are a pedestrian, don’t text and walk. Be mindful of potential hazards and your surroundings.
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Village Snow Removal & Winter Reminders |
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When snow and ice hits the Village of Barrington, the Public Works storm-fighting crews are ready for action.
As you may have heard, finding snow plow drivers has been challenging for all employers. If roads are slower to be cleared, we appreciate you being patient! Keep in mind that IDOT (not the Village) is responsible to clear Route 14 as well as certain portions of Lake-Cook Road and Route 59.
Winter Garbage Placement
Please place all garbage and recycling containers on the driveway or parkway adjacent to the street and not on the street so it doesn’t create hazardous conditions for snowplows and drivers.
Snow Piled at End of Driveways
Please consider waiting until the street has been plowed from curb to curb before clearing your driveway. Please do not shovel snow back into the street, as it can cause road hazards.
Keep Fire Hydrants Clear
Please keep fire hydrants near your property or in your neighborhood clear of snow. This will greatly help firefighters in case of an emergency.
Sidewalk Snow Removal
Like most municipalities in northern Illinois, the Village requires residents and business owners to clear snow and ice from the sidewalks adjacent to your property. This helps prevent hazardous conditions for pedestrians.
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Please Use Salt Responsibly This Winter |
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Did you know that it only takes one teaspoon of salt to permanently pollute 5 gallons of water? The groundwater supply in the Barrington area is recharged (replenished) locally, which means what you put on the ground today could be in the water you drink tomorrow. Therefore, the Village of Barrington uses salt sparingly and incorporates alternative methods into its salting practices.
Other things you should know:
Road and pavement salting during the winter months is the primary way
chloride enters the environment.
Rock salt dissolves quickly on roads and driveways, and its chloride flows with stormwater into nearby lakes, streams and wetlands where it builds up and puts aquatic life and ecosystems at risk.
Salt products can also be hazardous to pets and animals. Salt can irritate their paws and cause health problems if ingested. Birds can also confuse road salt for food. Consuming only two particles of rock salt can be fatal.
TIPS FOR REDUCING SALT USAGE
Shovel or plow instead of salting. Clear driveways, walkways and other areas early before snow turns to ice.
Stop over-salting. Read instructions on your salting product to ensure proper application rates. A 12-ounce coffee mug full of salt is enough to treat a 20-foot driveway. Sweep up and re-use excess salt.
Switch products. When pavement temperatures drop below 15 degrees, rock salt doesn’t work. Use a different ice melter designed for lower temperatures, such as magnesium chloride or calcium chloride. Switch to sand
for traction.
Lower expectations. Remember, the purpose of salting is to reduce the adherence of snow and ice to the pavement in order to make it easier to remove. It is not intended to keep the roads and walkways completely clean and dry. Support your government’s efforts to reduce salt use.
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Metra's New Three-Zone, $6 Day Pass Now Available in Ventra App |
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Metra's new three-zone, $6 Day Pass is now available in the Ventra app. In addition, Metra’s popular $10 Day Pass is now available only in the Ventra app.
To incentivize short trips and attract more customers, Metra is testing a new $6 Day Pass that will be valid for unlimited rides within three zones for a full day.
Both day passes will be valid for 7 days from purchase.
Other fare policy changes that began February 1 include:
• One-Way Tickets will be valid for 14 days from purchase (change from 90 days).
• 10-Ride Tickets will be valid for 90 days from purchase (change from one year).
• The Round Trip Plus (Ventra app only) ticket will no longer be sold.
• There are no changes to the Monthly Pass, $7 Saturday or Sunday Day Pass or $10 Weekend Pass (Ventra app only).
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February 15: ComEd Tree Trimming on CN Right-of-Way Between Rt. 59 & Rt. 14 |
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Trees and branches that interfere with power lines can create safety hazards and cause power outages. ComEd's preventative tree maintenance helps avoid power outages. Within the next 3 months ComEd will trim trees, branches and vines that interfere or have the potential to interfere with power lines.
As a part of this season's tree-trimming effort, Asplundh (for ComEd) intends to trim trees along/within the CN right-of-way between Rt. 59 and Rt. 14 on February 15th.
In some cases, tree removal may be required. The remaining tree stumps are treated with an approved herbicide to prevent future regrowth. Herbicide will be applied by state-licensed applicators.
All work is performed by trained, qualified arborists.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT BARRINGTON'S WHITE HOUSE
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Tickets Now on Sale for Barrington's White House Spring Season Events! |
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Barrington's White House Cultural Director Rollin Potter has assembled an inspiring season of spring events and we can't wait to see all of you at the House!
Each event currently has an in-person viewing opportunity and various events have the option to be viewed virtually.
Events begin in February.
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Call JULIE Before You Dig
Across the country, every nine minutes an underground utility line is damaged because someone decided to dig without calling a one-call center such as JULIE first. For your convenience, you can enter a self- service, locate request anytime (24/7/365) by going to www.illinois1call.com or by simply calling 8-1-1.
Recycle Corks at Public Works
Save your corks and dispose of them in the receptacle at the Public Works facility, 300 N. Raymond Avenue. This cork is sent to industries that make new products with it. Because cork is such a durable material, it can be recycled into anything from craft supplies to flooring.
Battery Drop-Off at Public Works
Residents can drop off batteries at Public Works ONLY during business hours of 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. daily. There are no outside collection boxes - please bring them into the Public Works front office.
Please Read Before Battery Drop-Off:
Primary/Single-Use batteries cannot be recharged and must be disposed of or recycled once they wear out: Alkaline, lithium, silver oxide, zinc-air, zinc-carbon, zinc-chloride and CR/SR/LR (button batteries).
Alkaline Batteries: AA, AAA, C, D, 9V and 12V* (*12V should be taped on terminal ends) Rechargeable and Lithium Batteries: Lithium (Li-ion), Nickel (NiCd, NiMh, Ni-Zn) Small Sealed Lead Acid (SSLA/Pb) and button batteries all need to be taped. The reason for this is because battery terminals that touch metal surfaces or other batteries can spark causing a fire or explosion during shipping.
Sanitary Sewer Backup?
If you experience a sanitary sewer backup due to an extreme rain event, please contact the Public Works Department as soon as possible: we are available Monday through Friday at (847) 381-7903 or after hours at (847) 270-9111.
Register Your Pets, But Dog Tags No Longer Required
Registering your pets with the Barrington Police Department is a great way to recover your pet if they become lost. You are no longer required to purchase dog tags; instead, please register your pet at www.frontlinepss.com/barrington.
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**Sign Up for Emergency Alerts**
To sign up to receive Reverse-911 Emergency Alerts in the event of an emergency in Barrington, click here.
Spot an Emergency at a Railroad Crossing?
If you are involved in or spot an emergency at a railroad crossing, first dial 911.
Then locate the blue and white Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign at the grade crossing.
Call the railroad’s emergency contact number listed on the blue sign and communicate your location. The sign includes The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) National Crossing Inventory Number, which identifies the exact location of the crossing to the railroads.
Permits and Inspections
The Village of Barrington will continue electronic permit review and issuance procedures until further notice. Village staff will continue to evaluate permit procedures and how to safely and efficiently serve the community moving forward. We strongly encourage you to visit the electronic permit submittals page to review permitting requirements and submittal procedures.
The Village is conducting permit inspections on limited days of the week, and certain limitations are still in place for inspections of occupied buildings. Please contact (847) 304-3400 and select “3” for Development Services to schedule inspections and visit the website to learn more!
Commuters: Quarterly Hang Tag Renewals
New quarterly hang tags may be purchased at any time for a prorated cost using the Passport website.
If you have purchased a hang tag during the quarter and realize you no longer need it, you have the option to return the tag for a prorated refund. The refund will be prorated based on the day the tag is received at Village Hall.
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Signal Hill NSDAR Thanks the Community |
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The Signal Hill, NSDAR Chapter of Barrington would like to thank local community members and organizations for their generous support of the December 2021 Wreaths Across
America Day at Evergreen Cemetery.
Whether participation means financial
support to purchase wreaths placed on that day, or presence at the memorial
service and subsequent placement of wreaths on over 735 Veterans’ graves, it is all most welcome. Signal Hill will be sponsoring their fourth year of partnership with Wreaths Across America at Evergreen Cemetery, with the event taking place on Saturday, December 17, 2022. Donations toward purchase of wreaths can be accepted until November 30, 2022 by visiting WreathsAcrossAmerica.org/ILEGCA. This year’s theme is “Find a Way to Serve”; more information about Wreaths Across America and its mission can be found at WreathsAcrossAmerica.org
Signal Hill, NSDAR is a 501 (c) (3) organization, supporting DAR’s mission of
education, historic preservation, patriotism, conservation, and Native American
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Rental Assistance in Both Lake and Cook Counties |
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LAKE COUNTY
Renters who face financial hardship related to COVID-19 may apply for the new Lake County Federal Emergency Rental Assistance (FERA) Program, which provides help for individuals paying rent and/or utility bills. Eligible households may receive up to 12 months of past due rent and up to three months of assistance with future rent, but no more than 12 months of assistance total. Payments from the program will be made directly to landlords and/or utility companies. To learn more about who is eligible, and for a link to the application, visit lakecountyil.gov/renthelp.
COOK COUNTY
If you live in suburban Cook County and need help paying rent and utilities due to COVID-19, the Cook County Emergency Rental Assistance program pays up to 12 months of missed rent and utilities payments and up to 3 months of future rent payments. Payments will be made directly to landlords and utility companies.
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Cook County Legal Aid for Housing and Debt |
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As many of you know, the federal and state moratoriums on evictions ended on July 31. That means landlords have likely begun to start filing eviction papers. In Cook County, all aspects of evictions can go forward on September 1 which means judges can order evictions and the Cook County Sheriff’s Office can start enforcing the orders.
However, we also know that renters in financial crisis who are unable to pay their rent today will not be able to pay rent, security deposits, and move-in fees for a new home tomorrow. Housing insecurity and homelessness have been shown to lead to food insecurity, domestic violence, mental illness, exacerbated and unattended preventable health conditions, and substance abuse. Uprooting families, especially now as we inch toward recovery, would be destructive.
CCLAHD can help provide free legal aid, mediation services, and connections to other resources including rental assistance for tenants and landlords. And as the moratoriums lift, we are hoping we can steer landlords to look at alternatives to eviction.
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Monday, February 7
Committee of the Whole, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, February 8
Plan Commission/ZBA, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 9
Cultural Commission, 12:00 p.m.
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Thursday, February 10
Architectural Review, 6:30 p.m.
Monday, February 14
Committee of the Whole, 6:00 p.m.
Board of Trustees, 7:30 p.m.
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200 S. Hough Street | Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 304-3400 | barrington-il.gov
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