The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported more than 30,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in Lake County. Though vaccine supplies are limited, appointments are opening up for people in Phase 1b, which includes frontline essential workers and residents age 65 and over. Those who live or work in Lake County can continue to register for vaccine notifications on the Allvax website. Visit the IDPH web page to find vaccine locations and learn more about who is eligible in each phase of vaccinations.

The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) is seeking input from area community members about a planned improvement project for Arlington Heights Road. Please visit this link to learn more about this project and to submit feedback. The public comment period will be open now through February 25, 2021.

Long Grove residents have opportunities to recycle electronics throughout the year. Televisions, monitors, computers, and printers are no longer allowed in regular waste pickups and are some of the most recycled items. All Lake County residents can use the SWALCO residential electronics drop-off locations, which are open year-round during their regularly scheduled operating times. Drop-offs are free of charge and no appointment is needed. Please refer to the Drop Off Locations page for a list of sites and hours. A limit of seven electronic items may be dropped off per visit. Click here for a list of acceptable and non-acceptable items. Hard drives and memory are shredded prior to being recycled. Information on how to wipe data from computers can be found by checking with the computer manufacturer.

Residents can also schedule appointments to drop off toxic and hazardous household chemicals at SWALCO's collection facility in Gurnee, open on Saturday, February 13 and Saturday, February 27, 2021. Materials accepted include flammable liquids, automotive fluids, garden chemicals, and medications. Appointments are required; click here for more information.

The Village Board approved a $10,000 grant for the Long Grove Park District to support continuing efforts to eradicate highly invasive teasel plants along Village, State and County roads in Long Grove, including Rt. 53, Rt. 83 and Rt. 22. The Park District will use the funds to contract professional services that specialize in invasive plant control. This is the third year the Village has provided funding for the eradication efforts, which are vital in maintaining native grasses and flowers that can otherwise be pushed out of their natural spaces by the aggressive species. Early spring is the ideal time to identify and spot-treat teasel, as it starts growing prior to when other plants green-up. Annual herbicide spot treatments are needed to continue depleting the teasel seed banks along roadways. Treated areas from previous years are seeing results; however, teasel seeds continue to be brought into the Village from mowing equipment, and naturally from winds. More information on controlling teasel can be found on the Park District website here.

Lake County, SWALCO (Solid Waste Agency of Lake County) and The University of Illinois Extension will be presenting the 2021 Garden Learning Series on the second Wednesday of the month from 6 – 7:30 p.m. The first in the series will be take place virtually on February 10, 2021 and feature tips on starting plants from seed. Learn more about the free series here.

The Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association (HDLGBA) is holding its 4th Annual Long Grove Cocoa Crawl with a new mobile app feature and extra safety precautions due to COVID-19. The event will take place in the downtown area on Saturday, February 6 and Sunday, February 7, 2021; pre-registration is required and can be completed at this link. The cost is $20 for groups of up to six people. Participants will check in at the Visitors’ Center and receive a QR code to download the app that will guide them through the downtown to complete the cocoa scavenger hunt. Finishers will be entered in a drawing for prizes on Monday, February 8. Although no cocoa sampling will be allowed inside stores due to safety guidelines, many merchants will provide complimentary pre-packaged cocoa treats to enjoy at home. The HDLGBA is following State and local safety guidelines by requiring social distancing, mask/face covers, and providing hand-sanitation stations. Carriage rides are being offered during this event. Rides are $15 and available for groups of up to six people; advance registration and a waiver are required to reserve a ride. Click here for more information.

Due to COVID-19 mitigations announced by the Illinois Governor, please visit the HDLGBA website for any updates relating to downtown Long Grove events.

Enjoy a Galentine’s Day celebration in downtown Long Grove from 4 – 7 p.m. on Saturday, February 13, 2021, when ladies can gather for an extended day of shopping, sipping and dining. Based on an invented holiday from the television show Parks and Rec, the day features specials, discounts, giveaways and more from participating businesses. Click this link for more information. Please note that COVID-19 safety guidelines will be in place, and visitors can enjoy carriage rides throughout historic downtown during this event. Rides are $15 and available for groups of up to six people; advance registration and a waiver are required to reserve a ride. Click here for more information.

Due to COVID-19 mitigations announced by the Illinois Governor, please visit the HDLGBA website for any updates relating to downtown Long Grove events.

Village meetings continue to be held virtually until further notice. Information on how to participate remotely is included in meeting agendas - found under 'View Details' below. For more information on the Village's commissions and committee meetings, click here.