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Posted on: May 16, 2012

Lombard Village Hall Board Room Renovations Include ADA Improvements

A Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) was the driving force behind renovations that were recently completed in the Village Hall Board Room.

The renovations primarily included improvements to make the room more ADA accessible. These improvements included:
• Automatic door openers at entrance
• Wheel chair staging area in seat gallery (located in the first row... More...

Posted on: May 11, 2012

Scam Alert Regarding Electric Company Representation in the Village

The Village of Lombard has become aware of a scam that is being conducted in the Village. Solicitors from at least one electric company are going door to door or calling residents and representing themselves as the Village’s new electric company.

This is not the case. The Village recently contracted with First Energy Solutions on behalf of Lombard residents and small businesses. Residents and small business owners will receive a letter in the mail on Village... More...

Posted on: May 10, 2012

New ComEd Residential Rates Announced—Municipal Electric Aggregation To Save Residents More Money

Residential rates have just been announced by Commonwealth Edison for the 12 months starting June 1, 2012. Surprisingly, they are increasing from the current rate of 7.73¢/kWh to the annual rate 8.5¢/kWh. This is a 10% increase.

Village of Lombard residents recently approved the electrical aggregation referendum, giving the Village permission to seek lower electricity supply rates for its residents and small businesses through an opt-out electricity... More...

Posted on: May 9, 2012

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor,
Community leaders of Addison, Lombard, Oakbrook Terrace and Villa Park joined with family and friends of Dr. Steven Humphrey, Superintendent of School District #88...

...to honor him after an outstanding career in the field of education this past weekend. His dedication and commitment to education will remain as the stepping stones for continued strides in the education field.
Dr. ... More...

Posted on: May 8, 2012

2012 Lilac Parade Parking Restrictions Announced

Lombard Police Chief Ray Byrne announced several temporary parking restrictions that are necessary to ensure a safe and orderly passage of traffic during the 2012 Lilac Festival Parade, to be held on May 20.

These no parking restrictions are valid on that day from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on the following streets:o Central East, both sides from Grace to Main
o Edward from Stewart to dead end, both sides
o Edward, Main to Finley both... More...

Posted on: May 4, 2012

VILLAGE MINUTE

VILLAGE MINUTE

May 4, 2012

By Lombard Village President William J. Mueller and Village Clerk Brigitte O’Brien

Lombard Village Board of Trustee’s Action of May 3, 2012 Board Meeting

VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

Public Hearing

A public hearing was conducted for the purpose of hearing written and oral comments from the public concerning the proposed Electric Residential Aggregation for residents and small... More...

Posted on: May 2, 2012

Village Plan Commission, Community Development Department Working On Updating Comprehensive Plan

Since August 2011, the Village of Lombard’s Community Development Department and the Lombard Plan Commission have been undertaking an update to the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, which was last adopted in 1998.

The discussions regarding the update have occurred as part of the monthly workshop session discussions and topics discussed include land use, annexation, transportation, economic development, community facilities and... More...

Posted on: May 1, 2012

Village of Lombard Does Not Require Addresses Painted on Curb

Many residents have telephoned the Village regarding a flyer that they have received about painting their address numbers on the curbs in front of their house.

The Village is not endorsing this practice and the Fire Department will always look to the house for the address, according to Lombard Fire Marshal, Chuck Riforgiate.
Residents who are unsure of advertisements for work that... More...

Posted on: May 1, 2012

Volunteers Remove Trash and Invasive Species from Bike Trails

Approximately 150 volunteers removed trash, buckthorn and garlic mustard from the Illinois Prairie Path and Great Western Trail during the Lombard PRIDE Week clean-up Saturday. The cleanup takes place each Spring around Earth Day.

Volunteer groups came from the Jaycees, Kiwanis, Lions, Westin Hotel, Village of Lombard, Clarke Mosquito, NYK Line, PTC Company, Glenbard East Ecology Club, Glenbard East Key Club, the Deicke Home, Sierra Club, Westmore... More...

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Posted on: May 1, 2012

Lombard Amends Local Building Codes to help Small Businesses

The Village of Lombard Board of Trustees unanimously passed the latest revisions to the Lombard Building Code at a recent Board of Trustees meeting.

Lombard’s Community Development Department had introduced the recommended building code revisions to the Lombard Board of Building Appeals and the Board of Trustees after performing a comprehensive review Lombard’s building... More...

Posted on: April 30, 2012

Village of Lombard Annual Memorial Day Ceremony Planned

The Lombard Memorial Day program will be held at the Veterans Memorial in Common Park (St. Charles and Grace Street) in the Sunken Garden on May 28 at noon.

The program will feature remarks from service members and the community. The Glenbard East High School Eastwind vocalists will be singing the National Anthem and other musical selections.
Members of the Lombard Veterans of... More...

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Posted on: April 30, 2012

Lombard Village Hall To Be Closed Memorial Day

The Lombard Village Hall will be closed on Monday, May 28 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Village offices will reopen with normal operating hours on Tuesday, May 29. Normal operating hours for the Village Hall are: Mondays—8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesdays through Fridays—8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturdays & Sundays—CLOSED.... More...

Posted on: April 30, 2012

Lombard Reminds Residents, Business Owners of Closing of St. Charles Road During Craft Fair

The Village of Lombard wishes to remind residents of the closing of St. Charles Road, between Main Street and Elizabeth, during the Lilac Time Art & Craft Fair. The Fair will be held on Sunday, May 6.

Closing of the road will begin at 5:30 a.m. when barricades will be placed at the corner of Main Street & St. Charles Road as well as Elizabeth and St. Charles Road. Alternate route detours will also be in place for that... More...

Posted on: April 26, 2012

Village of Lombard Initiates Monthly Electronics Recycling

The Village of Lombard has partnered with Vintage Tech Recyclers to host a monthly electronics recycling event on the first Saturday in April through November from 9 a.m. to noon.

The event is at the commuter lot at Main Street and Parkside Avenue in the downtown. The statewide electronics landfill ban that went into effect on January 1, 2012 prevents electronic items from being disposed as trash... More...

Posted on: April 26, 2012

Village of Lombard Celebrates Arbor Day With Tree Tagging Event

The Village of Lombard, in cooperation with Morton Arboretum and Ecology Club students from Glenbard East High School, held a tree tagging event yesterday in celebration of Arbor Day.

The tree tagging event places “price tags” on trees in the neighborhood near Glenbard East and are intended to create awareness of the value of trees to the community.
to show in dollars the benefits that the trees provide.... More...

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Posted on: April 24, 2012

Village of Lombard in Process of Researching Municipal Electric Aggregation

On Tuesday, March 20, Village of Lombard voters approved the electrical aggregation referendum by more than 56%, giving the village permission to seek lower electricity supply rates for its residents...

...and small businesses through an opt-out electricity aggregation program.
“The Village of Lombard is an advocate for its residents, especially when it comes to financial savings for them,” said Lombard Village President,... More...

Posted on: April 24, 2012

Lombard Historical Commission Seeking Nominations for Heritage Award

The Lombard Historical Commission is now seeking nominations for the first annual Lombard Heritage Award. The Heritage Award honors individuals, organizations, projects, and programs that demonstrate a commitment to excellence in historic preservation.

In doing so, the Historical Commission hopes to inspire others to preserve, protect and promote Lombard’s historic heritage.
There are eight possible award categories:
ADAPTIVE USE/REHABILITATION – Conversion of a... More...

Posted on: April 24, 2012

Village of Lombard Names Four Local Landmarks

The Village of Lombard recently designated four new Local Landmarks at its March 15 Village Board of Trustees meeting.

The four landmarks are listed and described below:
• The Italianate-style Chatfield Residence at 241 W. Maple Street dates to 1868 and is connected to several notable figures in Lombard history, including Josiah Lombard... More...

Posted on: April 24, 2012

Village of Lombard Receives Financial Awards

For the 25th consecutive year, the Village of Lombard has received the Certificate of Achievement for Financial Reporting and the Distinguished Budget Award for its budget for the 24th consecutive year.

The Village was recognized with these awards by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA.)
The Certificate of Achievement for Financial Reporting is the highest form of recognition... More...

Posted on: April 20, 2012

VILLAGE MINUTE

April 23, 2012

By Lombard Village President William J. Mueller and Village Clerk Brigitte O’Brien

Lombard Village Board of Trustees Action of April 19, 2012 Board Meeting

VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

Public Hearing

A Public Hearing was conducted for the purpose of hearing written and oral comments from the public concerning the proposed Electric Residential Aggregation for residents and small... More...

Posted on: April 20, 2012

Construction Traffic on Grace Street Begins For Great Western Trails Bridges

The Village of Lombard Public Works Department is announcing that construction vehicles will begin traveling near the construction site of the Great Western Trails Bridges project beginning today.

D Construction Company will be bringing in equipment and materials on Grace Street from North Avenue to St. Charles Road for construction of the bridges at the Great Western Trail. There will also be semi-trucks carrying... More...

Posted on: April 20, 2012

Entertainment Line-Up Announced for Lilac Time Art & Craft Fair

The annual Lilac Time Art & Craft Fair, to be held May 6 in downtown Lombard, offers a wide range of entertainment, in addition to the crafters, Kids Zone and food court.

The event runs from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The entertainment schedule is as follows:
• 10 a.m.—Stage Ribbon Cutting Ceremony/Announcement of Lilac Queen & Court
• 10:30 a.m.—Irish Dancers
• 11 a.m.—Lombard Park District’s... More...

Posted on: April 13, 2012

Village of Lombard Thanks Community For Successful Blood Drive

“Thank you” is the message that organizers wish to relay as a result of Lombard’s spring community blood drive held April 11.

A total of 169 pints were collected, which fell short of the 212 pint goal, but all in all, the drive was deemed successful, according to Carol Bauer, Executive Coordinator for the Village Manager’s Office and blood drive... More...

Posted on: April 13, 2012

VILLAGE MINUTE

April 13, 2012

By Lombard Village President William J. Mueller and Village Clerk Brigitte O’Brien

Lombard Village Board of Trustees Action of April 12, 2012 Board Meeting

VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

Public Hearing

A Public Hearing was conducted for the purpose of hearing written and oral comments from the public concerning the proposed Annual Budget. There was no public comment.... More...

Posted on: April 11, 2012

Village of Lombard Celebrates Arbor Day With Tree Tagging Event

The Village of Lombard, in cooperation and partnership with the Morton Arboretum and Glenbard East High School, will celebrate Arbor Day with its annual celebration on April 25.

The celebration will include a tree tagging event, intended to educate the community on the value of trees in the world. The Morton Arboretum is leading a Chicagoland wide initiative to tag trees and selected Lombard to... More...

Posted on: April 11, 2012

Finley Road Pavement Rehabilitation Public Information Meeting Set For April 25

The Village of Lombard Public Works Department will host a public information meeting regarding the Finley Road Rehabilitation project on April 25 at 6:45 p.m. in Room 16 of the Sunset Knoll Recreation Center, located at 820 S. Finley Road.

The presentation will cover the items of work, the anticipated construction schedule, traffic detour and the access for local residents and travelers with destinations within the construction zone. Anyone with recreational... More...

Posted on: April 9, 2012

Economic & Community Development Committee Recommends Expanding Outdoor Seating, Dining Options

Proposal Would Waive Fee for First Year and Update Code Provisions

The Lombard Economic and Community Development Committee voted to recommend approval of several changes to Section 119 of the Village Code to increase the availability of outdoor sidewalk seating options for residents... More...

Posted on: April 9, 2012

Lombard Public Works Department To Conduct Spring Hydrant Flushing

Lombard Public Works crews will be performing the annual spring fire hydrant flushing program beginning the week of April 16. Workers will flush more than 2,700 hydrants during this period, flowing in excess of three million gallons of water.

The fire hydrant flushing program is a vital part of the Village’s water pumping and water distribution system maintenance schedule. Crews will be concentrating their efforts in this program for the next six weeks.
Each... More...

Posted on: April 9, 2012

Arbor Day Foundation Honors Village of Lombard With Tree City USA Recognition, Growth Award

The Village of Lombard was recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry for the 22nd year in a row.

The national recognition as a Tree City USA was accompanied by a Tree City USA Growth Award for demonstrating progress in the Village’s Forestry program.
The prestigious Growth Award honors environmental improvement and... More...

Tree City USA Art
Posted on: April 6, 2012

Lombard Police Deputy Chief Patrick Rollins Graduates From FBI National Academy Program

Lombard Police Deputy Chief, Patrick Rollins recently graduated from the Federal Bureau of Investigations National Academy Program in Quantico, Virginia.

Rollins was one of 257 law enforcement officers who graduated from the 248th session. The class consisted of men and women from 48 states, the District of Columbia, 28 international countries, three military organizations... More...

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Posted on: April 3, 2012

Lombard Receives Grant to Replace Trees Lost to the Emerald Ash Borer

The Village of Lombard has been selected to receive a grant for Urban Reforestation through the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus in cooperation with the Morton Arboretum to replace parkway trees lost to the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in 2012.

The $20,000 grant will allow the Lombard Public Works Department to plant more than 60 parkway trees this fall at or near the locations where the infested Ash trees were removed. The purpose of the grant is to create a more... More...

Posted on: April 3, 2012

Village of Lombard Deploys Efforts to Slow the Spread of the Emerald Ash Borer

In an effort to slow the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) within the Village of Lombard, the Public Works Department will be making several small, trial applications of an insecticide on parkway Ash trees to kill the larva of the destructive beetle.

The Village’s Forestry Division staff will be applying Safari®, a non-invasive, systemic insecticide, directly to the trunk of the tree which will be absorbed through the bark and into the vascular tissues where the larva... More...

Posted on: April 2, 2012

Waste Management Announced Lombard Refuse Sticker Rate Adjustment Effective April 1

Waste Management, Inc., has announced an annual rate adjustment for yard waste and refuse stickers for Lombard residents.

The rate adjustment is effective April 1, 2012 with a cost of $1.85 per yard waste (green) sticker, while a refuse (purple) sticker is $1.33 each.

Locations that sell Lombard yard waste and refuse stickers include: ... More...

Posted on: March 29, 2012

Finley Road Construction Set To Begin in Lombard, Public Meeting Week of April 23

Finley Road will be the focus of a two-year project that will involve a number of improvements.

With an anticipated bid award date of May 3, estimated start date of late May, completion date of late October, 2012, the first phase of the two year project will start 200 feet south of Wilson and end 100 feet south of the... More...

Posted on: March 26, 2012

Lombard Fire Department Responds to Garage Fire, No Injuries

The Lombard Fire Department responded to a detached garage fire last evening at 9:39 p.m. in the 500 block of south Craig Place.

Upon arrival, fire companies found a single car detached garage on fire. The fire spread to combustibles in the garage but was rapidly extinguished and there was no damage to the residence, according to Battalion Chief,... More...

Posted on: March 26, 2012

Village of Lombard Capital Improvement Projects to Surpass $17 Million

The Village of Lombard’s Board of Trustees has approved the following capital improvement projects for the fiscal year beginning June 1, 2012-December 31, 2012:

ALL DISTRICTS
1. GIS Development Project
2. Right-of-Way Beautification Program
3. Parkway Ash Tree Removal and Replacement Program
4. Clear Water Disconnect Grant Program
5. Sewer Televising and Cleaning
6. ... More...

Posted on: March 26, 2012

Yard Waste Pick-Up To Resume in Lombard

The Village of Lombard yard waste program resumes the first full week of April. Cans and bags filled with yard waste (grass clippings, leaves, small twigs or branches, and plant materials) must have yard waste (green) stickers on them.

Bundles of brush must be tied, not exceeding six feet in length or 18 inches in diameter, and not exceeding 50 pounds each. Also, no individual branch or limb can exceed six inches in diameter. Properly bundled brush does... More...

Posted on: March 22, 2012

Village of Lombard Maple Street Water Main Replacement To Begin March 26

A water main replacement project on Maple Street from Grace Street to Edgewood Avenue will begin on March 26.

A new eight inch diameter water main will replace an old six inch diameter one. New water services will also be installed for each house from the new water main to the valve box in the parkway. There will be no parking on... More...

Posted on: March 22, 2012

Lombard Public Work’s Assistant Director Leads DuPage Water Conservation Workgroup

Conservation and preservation of local resources falls naturally on the forefront of Lombard’s Assistant Public Works Director Dave Gorman’s mind.

He is a champion for the efforts of the DuPage River Salt Creek Workgroup (DRSCW) and was recently voted in as president of this organization.

The DRSCW’s mission is to preserve and enhance water quality and stream... More...

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Posted on: March 22, 2012

Lombard Great Western Trail Bridges Project To Begin March 26

March 26 is the projected start date for the Great Western Trail Bridges project that will occur near the intersection of Grace Street and St. Charles Road.

Three bridges will be constructed as part of the project. The goal of the project is to make users of the Great Western Trail safer and eliminate the need to cross three busy areas at the intersection of Grace Street and St... More...

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Posted on: March 20, 2012

Lombard Fire Department Responds to Basement Fire, No Injuries Reported

The Lombard Fire Department responded to a basement fire at 103 S. Charlotte at approximately 11 a.m. today.

Smoke was seen by Lombard Fire Department employees at Station 1 and companies were responding to the fire before the call was even received, according to Lombard Battalion Chief, Ron Rakosnik. Upon arrival, Lombard Fire... More...

Posted on: March 19, 2012

14th Season of Lombard Cruise Nights To Begin June 2

Lombard Cruise Nights will begin its 14th season on June 2 with its traditional “Welcome Back Weekend.”

Cruise nights will be held every Saturday from June 2 through August 25, except for July 7. Classic cars are invited to park along St. Charles Road from Main Street to Elizabeth, which is the main thoroughfare for the event... More...

Posted on: March 19, 2012

Lombard PRIDE Week Designated As April 22-28, Clean-Up Day April 28

Lombard’s annual Pride Week is set for April 22-28, with the annual clean-up day scheduled for April 28.

The annual Pride Week is traditionally held the week before Lilac Time to encourage residents to take pride in their community and to initiate spring cleaning to have Lombard looking its best for the many visitors of Lilac... More...

Posted on: March 19, 2012

Search For Lombard Fire Chief Continues, Howell Will Serve As Interim Chief

After a nationwide search, 53 resumes and six interviews for a new Fire Chief in Lombard, the decision to begin the search process again has been made since an ideal candidate for the position was not found.

Assistant Fire Chief, Jerry Howell, will serve as interim Fire Chief for the next several months. A second nationwide search will begin within the next three months.
“Since we did not find an ideal candidate to lead our... More...

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Posted on: March 14, 2012

Lombard Police Department Receives New Grant Aimed at Commercial Motor Vehicle Speed Enforcement

The Lombard Police Department recently received a grant for Commercial Motor Vehicle Speed and Enforcement, one of the newest grants available from the Illinois Department of Transportation. The grant award is $13,004.55.

The special traffic enforcement related to the grant will occur primarily during the daylight hours from April 1-June 30 and enforcement will focus on speed and moving violations by commercial motor vehicles. The special... More...

Posted on: March 14, 2012

Lombard Fire Department Paramedics Recognized For Outstanding Care

Two Lombard firefighter/paramedics are being honored for their excellent patient care that resulted in a quick response on a recent cardiac patient.

Firefighter/paramedics Christopher Wilmot and Nathanael Noon responded to a call with a male patient exhibiting signs and symptoms of a serious cardiac condition.
They quickly recognized these symptoms, began treatment and... More...

Posted on: March 14, 2012

Lombard Community Blood Drive Set For April 11

The next Village of Lombard community blood drive will be held on April 11 at two locations, Lombard Village Hall and Famous Dave’s at Yorktown Center.

Blood drive coordinator Carol Bauer has been trying to get various community groups to partner with the Village in hopes of increasing the number of blood donors to accommodate the urgent need for blood. Yorktown Center has... More...

Posted on: March 14, 2012

Monthly Electronics Recycling to Start in Lombard

The Village of Lombard has partnered with VintageTech Recyclers to provide monthly free electronics recycling at the commuter parking lot at Main Street and Parkside Avenue on the first Saturday of each month from 9 a.m.-noon.

The first collection will take place on April 7.
Residents should expect delays at this first monthly event, particularly at the start time. Traffic will enter off of Main Street.
Other nearby free collections include... More...

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Posted on: March 14, 2012

Village of Lombard Engineer Named Chair of Illinois Municipal League Public Works Committee

Village Engineer, David Dratnol has been working for the Lombard Public Works Department for 13 years and 10 of those years have been spent as a member of the Illinois Municipal League (IML) Public Works Committee. But now that will change.

As of February, Dratnol was appointed Chairman of the committee, a post he will hold for a two-year term.
The Illinois Municipal League’s Public Works Committee is a long-standing committee with a history of service to the... More...

Photo...Dave Dratnol
Posted on: March 13, 2012

Village President William Mueller, Lombard Town Centre President Meet To Discuss Downtown Lombard

William Mueller, Lombard Village President and Walter Smith, newly-elected President of the Lombard Town Centre, recently met to review plans and programs for the downtown for 2012.

Both Mueller and Smith agreed that with the recent addition of six new businesses and several more planning to locate in the downtown, that the downtown is taking on a new look.
Mueller invited residents to visit the... More...

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Posted on: March 12, 2012

Letter To The Editor...

Dear Editor:
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who stopped by the Village Hall last week during “Open Government Week.”

I appreciated meeting, speaking and helping those who took time to spend a few minutes with me during “Coffee With The Mayor” and throughout the week in the Village Hall.
As I always tell the young children when they visit... More...

Posted on: March 12, 2012

Village of Lombard Employees Celebrate 850 Years of Service

Fifty-five employees celebrated their milestone service anniversaries with the Village of Lombard in 2011. A total of 850 years of service among the 55 employees was celebrated.

Those Village employees who celebrated service anniversaries include:
45 Years
Carol Bauer, Village Manager’s Office

30 Years
John Bratschun, Public Works Department
Kent Hilgers, Public Works Department
Brian... More...

Posted on: March 12, 2012

Village of Lombard and the National League of Cities Bring Free Prescription Discount Card to Reside

The Village of Lombard today launched a program to help provide residents with some relief from the high cost of prescription medications.

Through the program -- sponsored by the National League of Cities (NLC) -- the Village is making free prescription discount cards available to Village residents. The discount cards offer residents an average of 23 percent... More...

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Posted on: March 9, 2012

Officials From Lombard, Villa Park Meet With College of DuPage Leaders on Community Interaction

LOMBARD, Illinois--College of DuPage President, Dr. Robert Breuder, hosted a Community Night for community leaders of Lombard and Villa Park. Those in attendance received a tour of the College's new Culinary and Hospitality Center...

...followed by dinner in the Waterleaf Restaurant.
During the dinner meeting, each table of attendees was given a question to discuss. After the dinner, each table choose a representative to report back to the group of... More...

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Posted on: March 9, 2012

Lombard Police Department Advice: “Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Drunk This St. Patrick’s Day”

For many Americans, St. Patrick’s Day has become a popular night out to celebrate with friends and family. Unfortunately, due to the large number of drunk drivers, the night out has also become very dangerous.

On St. Patrick’s Day 2009, 37 percent of the drivers and motorcyclists involved in fatal crashes had a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or above, according to statistics by the National Highway Traffic Safety... More...

Posted on: March 8, 2012

Local Government Week Brings Residents To Village Hall

Lombard Village President William "Bill" Mueller visited with residents at the Village Hall during Local Government Week, March 5-9. Mueller hosted a "Coffee With The Mayor" session on Tuesday.

Residents Don and Irene Tusherer, as well as other residents, visited with Mueller at Village Hall during the "Coffee With the Mayor" session. Mueller was available for questions from residents and members of the... More...

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Posted on: March 6, 2012

Village of Lombard Reaches Out To Tornado Victims in Harrisburg

Village President William Mueller announced that Lombard has contacted the Mayor of Harrisburg, Illinois to offer aid in the wake of the recent tornado in the form of equipment and staff if needed.

“We have all seen the newspaper and TV pictures of the incredible devastation due to the recent tornado that has caused both the loss of lives and property to the community of Harrisburg,” Mueller stated. Mueller also... More...

Posted on: March 5, 2012

Village of Lombard Releases Fact Sheet on Municipal Electric Aggregation With

With the referendum on municipal electric aggregation set for March 20, the Village of Lombard is providing educational information for residents regarding this subject.

What is Municipal Electricity Aggregation?
Municipal Electricity Aggregation (MEA) is an opt out program that allows local governments the option to bundle together, or aggregate, residential and small commercial retail... More...

Posted on: March 5, 2012

Lombard Fire Department Responds to Residential Chimney Fire, No Injuries

The Lombard Fire Department responded to a residential chimney fire at 11:43 a.m. March 4 at 21 W 082 Flamingo, Lombard.

Upon arrival, it was determined that the fire had extended into the structure surrounding the fireplace. The alarm was upgraded to a General Alarm, bringing an extra Lombard Medic Unit to the scene, as well as fire... More...

Posted on: March 5, 2012

VILLAGE MINUTE

March 2, 2012

By Lombard Village President William J. Mueller and Village Clerk Brigitte O’Brien

Lombard Village Board of Trustee’s Action of March 1, 2012 Board Meeting

VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

• Proclamation was read by the Village Clerk naming March 4 through March 10 as “Local Government Week.”

• Approved the minutes of the regular Board meeting of February 2, 2012 and February 16,... More...

Posted on: February 27, 2012

Village of Lombard Announces Regulations Regarding Political Campaign Signs

With the March 20 primary election approaching, the Village of Lombard would like to inform residents, businesses, property owners and those involved in political campaigns of its regulations pertaining to political campaign signs.

The following points are the general guidelines as to the regulations regarding political campaign signs:
• For most residential properties, the overall sign size may not exceed nine square feet in area. There is no... More...

Posted on: February 23, 2012

March 4-10 is “Local Government Week” in Lombard

The State of Illinois designates the first week of March as “Local Government Week” in honor of its service to residents. Village President William Mueller will proclaim March 4-10 as “Local Government Week” in Lombard at the March 1 Board meeting.

“Local government is the branch of government which is closest to the people,” said Mueller.
The Village of Lombard is governed by the Council-Manager form of government, meaning that the strong political leadership of... More...

Posted on: February 21, 2012

Lombard's Lilac Time Art & Craft Fair Committee Planning for May Event

The Lilac Time Art & Craf Fair Committee is busy at work making plans for the upcoming Fair, to be held on Sunday, May 6. Applications for crafters and food vendors are currently being accepted at the Lombard Chamber of Commerce.

CAPTION: Committee members who are in full planning mode include: (l. to r.): Yvonne Invergo, Lombard Chamber Executive Director; Committee members Whitney Cimaglia, Inland Bank; Joelyn Kott, Village of Lombard; George... More...

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Posted on: February 20, 2012

VILLAGE MINUTE

February 20, 2012

By Lombard Village President William J. Mueller and Village Clerk Brigitte O’Brien

Lombard Village Board of Trustee’s Action of February 16, 2012 Board Meeting

VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

• Proclamation was read by the Village Clerk naming February 28 through March 6 as “Severe Weather Awareness Week.”

• Approved Accounts Payable and Village Payroll.


Ordinances Approved With... More...

Posted on: February 17, 2012

19th Annual “State of the Village” Address Available On-Demand

Lombard Village President William “Bill” Mueller’s 19th annual “State of the Village” address is now available in streaming video on the Village of Lombard’s website.

Interested viewers may visit the Village’s website, www.villageoflombard.org, and click on the purple button in the middle section, “Video on Demand,” then follow the links for “Archived Meetings” and under Non-Meeting... More...

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Posted on: February 14, 2012

Lombard Police Department Receives Meritorious Accreditation Status

The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), Inc. confirmed the Lombard Police Department’s sixth re-accredited status at a full commission meeting held in November during the national CALEA conference in Colorado.

In 1991, the Lombard Police Department was one of the first municipal law enforcement agencies in Illinois to become nationally accredited.
CALEA was formed in 1979 through the combined efforts of the International... More...

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Posted on: February 7, 2012

Village of Lombard Adopts New Procedure to Request Local Access Channel Production

A new procedure has been established for all local non-profit organizations to formally request programming or videotaping services from the Village’s Lombard Channel staff.

Effective January 31, 2012, local organizations requesting programming services are requested to submit a formal application on-line through the Village of Lombard website at www.villageoflombard.org. The on-line form is... More...

Posted on: February 2, 2012

Lilac Time in Lombard Craft Fair Accepting Applications For Crafters, Food Vendors and Beneficiaries

The annual Lilac Time Art & Craft Fair planning has been underway for several weeks now. With the event slated for Sunday, May 6, committee members have been meeting to jury the applications received thus far…but there’s still time!

While a number of applications have already been received, there is still plenty of space left for general crafters. There are a limited number of spots for crafters offering jewelry and those spots will be assigned on a... More...

Posted on: January 27, 2012

Lombard Police Department, CPA Alumni Sponsor “Step Up For Seniors” Food Drive

The Lombard Police Department and the Lombard Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association have joined forces with the York Township Food Pantry for its annual “Step Up For Seniors” food drive.

The campaign, aimed at providing food for seniors, will begin February 24 and run through April 8. “Many seniors and families have been hit hard by the downturn in the economy,” said Loretta Kearns, Lombard CPA Alumni... More...

Posted on: January 25, 2012

Lombard Fire Marshal Advises of Carbon Monoxide Alarm Update

Underwriters Laboratories establishes requirements for carbon monoxide (CO) alarms. Recently, those requirements have included a major change that requires all CO alarms produced after August 1, 2009...

to have an end-of-life signal, according to Lombard Fire Marshal Chuck Riforgiate.
This signal is to activate once the device reaches its projected end-of-life. The specific product life is based on the design of the... More...

Posted on: January 25, 2012

SIDEBAR—Village of Lombard Vehicle Sticker To Feature Local Residence

The Village of Lombard has been featuring local homes on its vehicle stickers for a number of years and this year is no exception.

The residence to be used on this year’s vehicle stickers is located at 125 E. Washington Blvd and is sometimes referred to as “Morningside Mansion.” It was built by Samuel Lumbard sometime between 1911-1915.
The rendering... More...

RENDERING...
Posted on: December 29, 2011

VILLAGE MINUTE

By Lombard Village President William J. Mueller and Village Clerk Brigitte O’Brien

Lombard Village Board of Trustee’s Action of December 27, 2011 Board meeting.

VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
• Village Clerk Brigitte O’Brien conducted the official swearing-in of two new Firefighter Candidates, Jonathan Trapani and Joseph Kaforski to the Lombard Fire Department.

• Proclamations were read... More...

Posted on: December 14, 2011

Lombard Public Works Employee Shares His Successful Music Past

It’s the old adage that every person has a story to tell and Lombard Public Works employee, Eric Vorel has lived the life that most people only dream about!

Vorel is a successful musician, singer and songwriter and has performed with his own bands, Backdrop and The Last Waltz but has also toured and written for the Plain White T’s, Scissors and composed songs for MTV’s reality... More...

PHOTO: Eric Vorel (center)
Posted on: December 9, 2011

Lombard Police Department to Hold 22nd Citizen’s Police Academy

The Lombard Police Department will hold its 22nd Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA), beginning March 6, 2012. The classes are held, free of charge, every Tuesday night from 7-9:30 p.m. over a ten-week period.

The purpose of the academy is to give citizens living or working in Lombard an understanding of modern police procedures and the challenges officers face. Lombard officers teach all classes so participants get it straight... More...

Posted on: December 5, 2011

Lombard Population Becoming Older, More Diverse According to U.S. Census Bureau

The Village of Lombard received its population count relative to the 2010 Census; however, challenged the numbers and the end result was an increase in the population and number of households for the Village.

Population Count
Lombard’s official population as of April 1, 2010 was 43,395, representing a gain of 1,073 residents since 2000 (+2.5%). Lombard grew at a faster rate than DuPage County, but slower than Illinois as a whole... More...

Posted on: November 28, 2011

Village of Lombard Unveils Regulations Regarding Political Campaign Signs

With the March 20 primary election approaching, the Village of Lombard would like to inform residents, businesses, property owners and those involved in political campaigns of its regulations pertaining to political campaign signs.

The following points are the general guidelines as to the regulations regarding
political campaign signs:
• For residential properties, the overall sign size may not exceed nine square feet in area. There is no... More...

Posted on: November 23, 2011

Village of Lombard Looking For Residents to Share Photos of Lombard

Great photographs are showing up everywhere—social media sites, local network weather segments and online newspapers. And now, interested photo buffs can share their photos with the Village of Lombard for use on its website and promotional materials.

Lombard’s Community Relations Committee reviewed the idea of reaching out to the community for interesting photos of Lombard to be used on the Village website and in other Village materials. “It’s just another way we are... More...

Posted on: October 13, 2011

Great Western Trail Bridges Project To Begin – Grace Street to Charles Road

The Great Western Trail Bridges project is set to begin this fall. The project is to construct the trail over Grace Street, the Union Pacific Railroad and St. Charles Road. The project is expected to last into late November 2012.

The project includes three bridges, retaining walls, embankment, a paved bike trail and trail lighting. ComEd is currently working to relocate some power lines that are in the footprint of the construction.
The Public Works... More...

Project Details...


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