October 2023

The 2023 Road Resurfacing Project has come to a close. This year’s road project covered 1.2 miles of Village streets that included:

• Constitution Drive (West of Independence)
• Constitution Court (West of Independence)
• Gettysburg Court
• Providence Lane
• Springhill Lane
• Mallard Drive
• Munn Road (South of Mallard Ridge)

In addition to the 1.2 miles of roadway resurfaced, the project's contractors replaced 2,290 feet of curb, 4,800 lineal feet of sidewalks, and reconstructed 22 sanitary and stormwater manholes. We appreciate resident's patience and understanding while the resurfacing project took place to improve our Village streets. For more information on Village projects, please visit www.lindenhurstil.org/currentprojects.

All Lindenhurst businesses are welcome to attend an inaugural meeting designed to empower your business with insights and to network with other Lindenhurst businesses. The first meeting will be held at the NEW Lindenhurst Center on Wednesday, November 1st, from 1-2:30 pm. Let's grow together! RSVP by October 28th to aarchambeau@lindenhurstil.org.

At the Lake County Board meeting on October 10, the County Board approved an ordinance that issued the payment for outstanding bonds, resulting in $3.5 million in savings for taxpayers who own property within Special Service Area 16 (SSA 16). The passed ordinance will reduce the SSA 16 tax levy for those with property within the SSA. It is estimated that the overall SSA tax levy savings will be $428 per $100,000 market value through 2037.

SSA 16 consists of Lake County, Village of Lindenhurst, Village of Lake Villa, Fox Lake Hills, and Grandwood Park water systems. This was formed to help finance improvements for Lake Michigan water, estimated to cost up to $46 million. Project costs ended up being $3.5 million lower than the original estimated cost, allowing one of the bonds to be redeemed in full 15 years early.

Special Service Area #16

The Village of Lindenhurst Police Department is thrilled to announce our Season of Giving Food Drive in partnership with First American Bank-Lindenhurst. All donated items will be collected and distributed to local food banks, ensuring that everyone in our community can enjoy a warm meal this holiday season. Non-perishable food items will be accepted through November 11. Donations can be dropped off at First American Bank (1906 E. Grand Avenue), Lindenhurst Police Department (2300 E. Grand Avenue), and Lindenhurst Village Hall (2301 E. Sand Lake Road).

After 40 years of service, the Village will stop operating as a postal substation and will move to a stamps-to-go service effective close of business on November 22. The stamps-to-go service is a user-friendly option for residents to purchase stamps because it allows the Village to now accept credit/debit cards instead of only accepting cash and check. Along with offering a stamps-to-go service, the blue mail boxes located outside Village hall will remain.

With transitioning to a stamps-to-go service, the Lake Villa Post Office will absorb the PO boxes within Village Hall. PO box owners have a few options to decide where their mail will be delivered. To read more about the upcoming changes to the PO boxes, please visit www.lindenhurstil.org/postofficeupdates.

Halloween is just around the corner, and it's time to prepare for some spooktacular fun! Trick or Treat hours are on Tuesday, October 31st, from 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm.

The Village is thrilled to announce the top three photos that received the most votes in our Village's Photo Contest. The contest voting resulted in over 320 votes for photos that showcased our beautiful community.

• First Place: "Wildlife in Lindenhurst" by Jackie Clement
• Second Place: "Stepping into Fall" by Brad Slobodian
• Third Place: "Heart in McDonald's Wood" by Russell Johnson

Thank you again to all the residents who submitted their incredible entries into the contest. We can't wait to see what next year holds in store for our 2024 Photo Contest!

"Wildlife in Lindenhurst" by Jackie Clement

"Stepping into Fall" by Brad Slobodian

"Heart in McDonald's Wood" by Russell Johnson

Fall Leaf Collection

Beginning Monday, October 16th, residents may have unlimited bags or 33-gallon cans of leaves through November 27th. No stickers are needed for the free leaf collection. Other yard waste items, such as grass, brush, and branches, require a yard waste sticker. Yard waste stickers can be purchased at Village Hall (2301 E. Sand Lake Road) and CVS (2020 E. Grand Avenue). Leaf collection will be collected along with other yard waste items on Mondays. 

Now Hiring Part-Time Snow Plow Drivers

The Village of Lindenhurst is now hiring part-time snow plow drivers for the 2023-2024 snow season! Pay for this part-time position starts at $28/ hour. Applicants for the part-time snow plow driver position should meet the following requirements:

• Must possess Valid Class-B CDL, with air-brake endorsement or higher.
• Reside in the Lindenhurst Area.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Available for on-call work.
• 1-2 years of plowing experience.
• Ability to work long hours in emergency snow events.

Interested applicants can apply by visiting the Village's employment opportunities page at www.lindenhurstil.org/jobs.

All meetings are at 7:00 pm and are located at Village Hall. Agendas and packets are located on the Village website.