DANGEROUS WEATHER: Excessive Heat to Impact Lombard

The National Weather Service is warning that dangerous and excessive heat will impact the area, including Lombard, from Friday at 10 a.m. - Saturday at 7 p.m. Heat index temperatures may reach up to 110 degrees. Are you ready? The Lombard Fire Department is offering tips to help beat the heat. 

Lombard's Cooling Stations

• Helen Plum Library (630)627-0316, 110 West Maple Street,
  9 a.m. 9 p.m., Monday- Friday
  9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday
  
  
• York Township (630)620-2400, 1502 S. Meyers Rd.
  8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday 
  
  
• College of DuPage (630)942-3000, common areas and cafeterias
  6 a.m. - 11 p.m., daily 

Report Power Outages

Safety Tips

• Limit outdoor activities and minimize sun exposure
• Stay hydrated with frequent exposure to air conditioning
• Check on the elderly, sick, home bound, and those without air conditioning
• NEVER leave children or pets unattended in vehicles

Dial 9-1-1 if you witness, experience, or suspect unsafe situations. 

Intelligentsia Bicycle Tournament in downtown Lombard, July 23

The Intelligentsia Cup Series will feature the Lombard Cycling Classic in downtown Lombard, on Tuesday, July 23, with the first race scheduled for 10 a.m. and the last race at 6:47 p.m. This event is hosted by the DuPage County Convention and Visitors Bureau. 

Race Course & Road Closures

Closures will begin at 4:00 a.m. The course includes the closure of Michael McGuire Drive and St. Charles Rd. in downtown Lombard. NO vehicles will be able to cross the course during closures. Pedestrians will be able to cross at designated crossing points marshaled by race staff. 

Commuter Impact

Commuter parking on Michael McGuire Drive will not be accessible on this day. Two hour street parking restrictions near the event will be temporarily lifted to help accommodate motorists, and additional parking spaces at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church have been arranged. 

Kids' Race

A free kids' race will be open to the public for all children ages 9 and under. Children must supply their own bikes and helmets, and must arrive no later than 6 p.m. Registration required.

Cruise Nights: Saturday, July 20th Movie Night 

This weekend's Cruise Nights event, is family movie night, hosted by Lombard Town Centre, featuring Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. The movie is scheduled to begin at approximately 8:45, depending on sunset.  

Recreational Cannabis 101 Workshop

The State of Illinois has approved the use of recreational cannabis, beginning Jan. 1, 2020. While local governments do not have jurisdiction over that decision, the consideration of zoning associated with potential future recreational cannabis facilities will be discussed. 

The Village Board will be hosting an informational,open-to-the-public Recreational Cannabis 101 Workshop on Wednesday, July 31, at 7 p.m., at Village Hall, 255 E. Wilson Ave. 

Lombard to Receive $500,000 from Rebuild Illinois Capital Plan 

Lombard will receive more than $500,000 to fund infrastructure improvements through the new Rebuild Illinois capital plan. 

The funding is allocated for the following projects/improvements:

• $125,000 for general street construction/pedestrian safety
• $50,000 for capital projects
• $213,000 for the planned Highland Sewer Improvements Project
• $150,000 for Woodrow drainage improvements

Upcoming Village Events and Reminders

• Village Board Meeting
  Thursday, July 18, 7 p.m.
  Village Hall, 255 E. Wilson Ave. 
  
  
• Family Movie Night at Cruise Nights 
  Saturday, July 20, 6-10 p.m.
  Music 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
  Downtown Lombard, Park & St. Charles 
  
  
• Recreational Cannabis 101 Workshop
  Wednesday, July 31, 7 p.m.
  Village Hall, 255 E. Wilson Ave. 
  
  
• Special Village Board Meeting at Ice Cream Social 
  Thursday, August 1, 6 p.m.
  Maple Street Chapel, 220 S. Main Street
  
  
• Upcoming Meetings
  See a full list of Village Board and Committee Meetings