Community Development Update

The Village continues working in partnership with Holladay Properties on their building permit submittal of the Lilac Station project at 101-109 S. Main Street, in downtown Lombard. We are pleased that construction on the property is scheduled to start this Spring.
 
As a key component of this project, the Village has been notified that Holladay Properties and the Prairie Food Co-op have entered into a lease for a 11,000 square foot grocery store on the site. The Village has long believed that this redevelopment may serve as a catalyst for other such projects in the future. Furthermore, the placement of a grocery store at that location will meet an identified need and desire of the community. 
 
The property redevelopment was a goal in the Village’s Strategic Plan in 2016 as well as the Downtown Lombard Revitalization Guidebook.  A 2018 Request for Proposals (RFP) effort by the Village sought qualified developers to submit proposals with a preference for plans with a local grocery store. The approved site development will also include a 116 unit residential project and a restaurant space.
 
We are excited and look forward to assisting both parties as the project becomes a reality.

Village Receives AT&T Outage Update

The Village has been in contact with AT&T regarding ongoing outages for some of their customers.  The Village was first notified of the outage on Tuesday, Feb. 23rd, due to damage caused by another company that was conducting underground work on Main Street between Parkside Avenue and St. Charles Road.  AT&T crews are working around the clock to make repairs.  While the majority of customers have regained service, a portion of customers are still experiencing an outage.  

The Village will continue to share updates as they become available, however customers should contact AT&T directly with questions or concerns at 800-331-0500.  AT&T has notified the Village that temporary repairs are being made to restore service to all customers as quickly as possible, however due to the severity of the damage, permanent repairs may take longer.  This work has required closing one southbound lane on Main Street from St. Charles Road to Parkside Avenue.  Access to the Metra platform is available via Park Avenue.

March is Severe Weather Preparedness Month 

Severe weather can happen anywhere, anytime.  Lombard is recognizing Illinois Severe Weather Preparedness Month by sharing tips and safety information throughout March, and by reminding citizens to connect with the Village for information during emergency situations. In times of emergency, alerts and updates will be shared on the Village's Facebook and Twitter accounts. Residents without social media can find these updates by visiting the Village's website and scrolling down. 

Shop Local Whenever Possible!

Residents are strongly encouraged to choose to dine and shop locally whenever possible. It is our hope that residents will recognize the importance of supporting local businesses at this important time. 

Customers should expect to comply with social distance and should continue to wear masks in situations when a minimum of 6’ of social distance cannot be maintained.

Political Campaign Sign Restrictions

With the upcoming Consolidated General Election on Tuesday, April 6th approaching, the Village of Lombard is reminding both businesses and residences of regulations pertaining to political campaign signs located within the Village.

Sign up for Smart911

You can help Lombard’s first responders by signing up for Smart 911, a free service that allows you to provide secure information that first responders will be able to see, should you ever need to dial 9-1-1. Supplying current health or quarantine information will help Lombard’s first responders to help keep you, your families, and our community safe. Sign up for Smart 911 today! More information at www.villageoflombard.org/smart911.

COVID-19 Reminders and Safety

DuPage County Health Department Dashboard
The DuPage County Health Department COVID-19 dashboard, shows the number of lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases in each municipality. As of February 25, there have been 3,749 lab confirmed cases in Lombard. 

Help Slow the Spread and Keep Moving in the Right Direction
Residents are urged to follow safety protocols set forth by the CDC to help slow the spread of COVID-19, and to help Region 8 move toward decreased mitigations. Help support your local businesses by acting responsibly. 

Below are safety reminders that can help slow the spread of illness. 

• Maintain a minimum of 6 feet of social distance.
• Wear a face mask when in public. 
• Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
• Clean and sanitize commonly used surfaces.
• Quarantine for 14 days if returning from a COVID-19 hotspot. 
• Avoid group gatherings.
• Stay home when you are sick or experiencing symptoms of respiratory illness with fever, cough, or difficulty breathing. 
• Get tested: DuPage County Testing Site  
• Avoid contact with others that are sick or experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.