Lilac Station Development Update

Work is continuing on the lower level resident parking garage which will be underneath the proposed apartment building. This latest work includes pouring lower level perimeter walls, waterproofing, drain tile installation, soil compaction and installation of the rebar grid within the poured footings. Construction of storm sewers and fire hydrants will also commence. This work should continue through the month of October. For additional updates projected through 2021, visit Lilac Station Development News.

Lane Reductions Begin Next Week for
Helen Plum Library Construction Project

Beginning Monday, Oct. 11, lane reductions will be in place on Main St. from W. Washington Blvd. to E. Hickory St. as work on the Helen Plum Library construction project continues. Two-way traffic will be continuously maintained through the end of the lane reductions, tentatively Oct. 20. Motorists are advised to plan ahead, drive slowly, and watch for workers on the road. For more information on the Helen Plum Construction project, visit Helen Plum Library Development.

Fire Prevention Week -
Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety

Is there a beep or a chirp coming out of your smoke or carbon monoxide alarm? What does it all mean? Knowing the difference can save you, your home, and your family! Make sure everyone in the home understands the sounds of the smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and knows how to respond. For fire safety tips, visit firepreventionweek.org.

Local Tourism Grant:
Applications Now Open

The Village of Lombard is seeking grant applications for local programs and events that support tourism and promote the Village as a destination to nonresident visitors. Interested first time applicants to the Local Tourism Grant Program are encouraged to submit an application for Local Tourism Grant funds to the Village by December 10, 2021. Learn more.

West Nile Virus: High Risk

The Health Department’s Personal Protection Index (PPI) remains at Level 3 (high risk) because of the number of mosquito batches testing positive for WNV. Level 3 indicates high numbers of infected mosquitoes in most areas, and multiple human cases of WNV disease in DuPage County. View the PPI.

West Nile Virus (WNV) Prevention -
Follow the 4 Ds of Defense:
DRAIN: Drain those items that collect standing water around your home, yard or business. Scrub and refill pet water dishes and bird baths regularly.
DEFEND: Use an insect repellent containing DEET when outdoors and reapply according
to directions.
DRESS: Wear long pants, long sleeves and closed toe shoes when outside to cover the skin.
DAWN & DUSK: Wear repellent if outdoors during these prime times for mosquito activity

Join our Team

The Village of Lombard is currently hiring for the following position in the Police Department:

Civilian Police Records Supervisor - The Village of Lombard is seeking a full-time Police Records Supervisor to work weekdays at the Lombard Police Department; this is a non-sworn position. This position will be responsible for supervising, evaluating and coordinating Police Records personnel, and preserving and maintaining the police records, record management systems, and evidence control systems.

Where does your water come from?

Just imagine…if your faucet ran unsafe water to drink or your toilet did not flush? What would that day be like? Water infrastructure is the lifeline in our communities and is vital to every household and business. Learn More.

For more information about water quality or where your water comes from, check out Lombard’s Annual Water Quality Report.