The Bridge
July 1, 2021
Village Hall Closed Monday July 5,
One-Day Delay for Waste Collection
The Village of Long Grove wishes everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July! In observance of the Independence Day holiday, Village Hall will be closed Monday, July 5, and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, July 6, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Garbage collection will be delayed by one day next week due to the holiday. Monday pickup will take place on Tuesday, and Tuesday pickup will occur on Wednesday, and so on. View the pickup schedule here.
Downtown/Sunset Grove TIF Joint Review Board Update
TIF (Tax Increment Financing) districts facilitate public and private investment in municipal areas that need improvement to develop and grow. Every year, a Joint Review Board (JRB) is required to review investment projects and the financial condition of the TIF district, with all affected taxing bodies invited.

At the June 21 Downtown / Sunset Grove TIF District JRB, the Village reviewed the investment projects that occurred during the 2020 fiscal year, including coordinating with Lake County to complete improvements to Old McHenry Road, facilitating water connections for the downtown properties now served by public water, and substantial work on the Robert Parker Coffin bridge. Large portions of the bridge work were paid for by insurance proceeds from the significant truck crash damage in 2018. Sunset Grove business district bonds were refinanced in early 2020, reducing the bonds’ interest rate from 7.50% to a blended rate of 3.30%, which helped contribute to nearly $247,000 in net income during the year for the TIF district. Please click on the accompanying TIF district boundary map to view an enlarged version.
James Hogue Recognized
for Service to Village
The Village recognized retiring Village Planner James (Jim) Hogue for his 16 years of devoted service to the Village and its residents. Jim recently announced he is retiring from his position, where he contributed his expertise in numerous ways, including updating the Village Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan, assisting with the development of Sunset Grove and other new subdivisions, and providing advice and support to the Village’s various commissions and committees. The Village Board and staff offer their well wishes to Jim and his family in their future endeavors. The Village plans to expand the role of Village Planner and change the name to Community Development Director, and is seeking to fill this appointed position later this summer.
Volunteer for Open Village Clerk Position!
Are you interested in public service and have excellent communication and organizational skills? The Village is seeking applicants for the Village Clerk, an important volunteer role which happens to be one of the oldest public service positions in U.S. government. Responsibilities include being a record keeper, attending Village Board meetings, preparing meeting minutes and certifying public documents. This position is appointed by the Village President with consent from the Village Board, and will be on the ballot in the 2023 Municipal Election. Long Grove residents who are registered voters can submit a completed Volunteer Profile Sheet, with a resume and letter of interest. Email Administrative Assistant Sherry Shlagman or call 847-634-9440 for more information.
Update on Stempel Parking Lot and Other
Downtown Construction Projects
The Village is finalizing plans to renovate Stempel Parking Lot to include resurfacing of the lot to extend its useful life, and remove existing interior landscaped islands to increase the number of parking spots. The official construction award is expected in July, with construction planned to begin in late July or early August.

The project to build a multi-use bike path along Robert Parker Coffin Road between Archer Parking Lot and Sunset Grove is on schedule and expected to be completed early fall. Construction is planned to start in August and expected to last approximately six weeks. Later this year, the Lake County Department of Public Works is planning to replace the sanitary sewer force main along portions of Three Lakes Drive and Robert Parker Coffin Road. The County has agreed to reroute their sanitary sewer through the Archer Parking Lot to minimize potential disruption to residents and area businesses. Additional information and details on pre-construction meetings for each project will be provided in future communications.
Celebrate the Fourth with Live Music from
the Lake County Symphony Orchestra!
The Village is sponsoring a free concert performed by the Lake County Symphony Orchestra to celebrate the Independence Day holiday! The ‘American Salute’ concert will take place Saturday, July 3, at 12 p.m., on the lawn at Buffalo Creek Brewing, and the rain date is Sunday, July 4. Guests are invited to bring blankets, picnics and lawn chairs - and food trucks will also be available. For additional information, click here.
Vintage Days Celebration Returns August 7 - 8
What’s old is new again! Historic Downtown Long Grove’s 6th annual Vintage Days celebration returns Saturday, August 7 and Sunday, August 8 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Visitors can find all things reclaimed, hand-made, antique, repurposed and vintage. Vendors will be showcasing their unique items in an open-air, entertaining marketplace. This hometown event gives everyone from the vintage collector to the vintage admirer enduring products they can’t find anywhere else. The event will also feature classic summertime drinks, tasty summertime eats, live music and family fun. There is no admission cost for entry and parking is free. Click here for more.
Historical Society Hosts
'Dog Mayor' Election
Does your dog enjoy meet-and-greets and ribbon chewings? If so, consider entering your furry family member into the running for the annual ‘Dog Mayor’ Election hosted by the Long Grove Historical Society! As Dog Mayor, your dog will have the honor of presiding over events and performing important duties throughout its one-year term of office. The cost is $20 to throw your dog’s collar into the ring (deadline is July 25) and $1 to vote for your favorite; all proceeds support the Historical Society. The winning pooch will be announced Saturday, August 7 during Vintage Days. For more information and to enter your dog into the race for Dog Mayor, click here.
Upcoming Village Meetings

Click the 'View Details' links below the meetings to view agendas and information on how to participate. To view all upcoming and past Village of Long Grove public meetings, agendas and minutes, please click here. View the new Get Connected web page to see the various ways to connect with the Village.
EDC

July 13
Village Board

July 13
AC

July 19