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Illinois Severe Weather Preparedness Week

In an effort to help residents plan ahead for severe weather, Lombard is recognizing Illinois Severe Weather Preparedness Week (March 6-10) by sharing tips and safety information and reminding citizens to connect with the Village for information during emergency situations.

Severe weather can happen anywhere, at any time, creating potentially life-threatening situations. During severe weather emergencies, it is important to have various ways to receive alerts as depicted in the graphic below.

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Winter Parking Reminders

With the snowstorm expected this Friday (3/3), the Village of Lombard asks residents to be mindful of street parking rules.

Parking on Village of Lombard streets is not allowed after 1” of snowfall. If more than 1” of snowfall is experienced, residents and visitors are responsible for removing their vehicles from the street to create a clear passage for snowplows. This helps our Public Works crews work safely and efficiently to keep our streets clear of snow and ice.

To learn more about the Village’s snow operations, visit www.villageoflombard.org/snow

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Fire Department Responds to Fatal Structure Fire

On Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at approximately 6:18 a.m., the Lombard Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire on the 100 block of West North Avenue. A neighbor called 911 after seeing smoke coming from the house.

The first Fire Department crews arrived at 6:21 a.m. and found smoke coming from the roof and eaves of the house. Upon entering the house, a small fire was found in the kitchen and quickly extinguished. While searching the house, the resident and a dog were found deceased in the basement. Crews remained on the scene for approximately one hour, performing overhaul and extinguishing hot spots.

“This is a devastating tragedy, and our hearts go out to the friends and family of the victim,” said Deputy Fire Chief Ray Kickert.

The fire is under investigation by the Lombard Fire Investigations Unit, DuPage County Fire Investigation Task Force and the Lombard Police Department. The fire caused an estimated $100,000 in damage to the house, which was deemed uninhabitable.

2023 Sponsorships Available for Cruise Nights

Join the Village of Lombard as a highly visible Sponsor of this year's Cruise Nights and Summer Concerts! Our Presenting, Corporate and Kids Corner sponsorship opportunities are designed to help you increase visibility for your business and expand opportunities to connect with the community through event promotions and engagement. Please note, sponsorship applications are requested by March 10, 2023, and can be submitted at www.villageoflombard.org/sponsorships.

The 2023 Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concerts series will kick off its 24th season this June, with 10 live outdoor concerts on Saturday evenings in downtown Lombard, in conjunction with a large display of unique and classic cars. This renowned annual event draws 500 - 1,000+ attendees on a weekly basis throughout the summer.

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Report Potholes and Other Concerns with SeeClickFix

Help keep our Village safe and beautiful; use SeeClickFix to report issues you come across. With over 140 reports submitted, SeeClickFix is already making a significant impact in Lombard!

SeeClickFix is an easy way to report non-emergency issues 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Use SeeClick Fix to report concerns such as potholes, street lights, graffiti, sidewalk trip hazards, storm drain issues, code violations, and more. Simply take a photo of the problem (or just enter a brief description), and Village staff will address the issue. You will get an update via email on what is being done to resolve your reported concern.

View this SeeClickFix Video and learn more on the Village's Report a Concern page.

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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

If you or someone you know needs financial assistance to pay your gas or electric bills, you may qualify for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program through DuPage County Community Services. Applications are currently being accepted through May 2023.

To learn more or to view income guidelines, visit www.dupagecounty.gov/LIHEAP