From the Village of Algonquin: There’s still time to participate in the resident flood questionnaire! The survey, which takes about ten minutes to complete, will aid in a study to determine solutions to any flooding problems.
Provide your feedback at https://www.algonquin.org/floodsurvey
From the Village of Algonquin: The Village recently issued permits to The RoomPlace for the renovation and build out of the retail space located at 1400 S Randall Rd in #Algonquin. The home furniture store will expand their floorplan by over 20,000 square feet and add new jobs at the new location, all while remaining in the Algonquin community.
Work is scheduled to be complete in May with an opening scheduled for June
Fox 32 Chicago stopped by today with artist Wayne Kusy to talk about his replica of the schooner #Algonquin – the ship once owned by one of Algonquin’s founders the Village is named after. The replica, completed in 2017 through the Village’s Public #Art program, is made of 11,400 toothpicks and is on display in the lobby at the Ganek Municipal Center.- From Village of Algonquin
The Committee of the Whole Meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 12 starting at 7:30 p.m. at 2200 Harnish Drive. Please refer to the meeting packet since there are many items on the agenda. Photos: Extension of PUD ordinance for proposed commercial development at Route 62 east of Compton Drive. Willoughby Farms Estates is requesting to add 4 signs to their common areas.
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1649442014_08399.pdf
There will be three meetings on Tuesday, April 5 starting with the Liquor Commission Meeting at 7:20 p.m.; Public Hearing on the proposed budget at 7:25 p.m.; and the Village Board Meeting at 7:30 p.m. The Village Board meeting agenda includes: passing a resolution accepting & approving the documentation review covering the receipt & disbursement of Motor Fuel Tax funds for 2021; approving previous meeting minutes; and approving bills and payroll expenses for payment. Please follow the links for the meeting packets/agenda.
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1648757843_23527.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1645818399_85397.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1646084556_22413.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1648757673_47229.pdf
April 2: Shred Day at Algonquin Area Public Library District
April 12-29: Free Leaf and Brush Collection
April 23: Spring Cleanup - East
April 30: Spring Cleanup - West
Don't forget that on-demand e-waste recycling is available by contacting Groot customer service. Learn more at http://ow.ly/nZej50Iu75Y
From the Village of Algonquin: With #spring weather upon us, we're ready to begin work on the Ratt Creek Restoration Project! The goal of the project is to stabilize and rehabilitate the #creek. Once complete, #native plants will be added to create a beautiful space for the #community to enjoy.
To learn more about the project and its benefits, visit www.rattcreekrestoration.org.
The Village Board will meet on Tuesday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m. followed by the Committee of the Whole Meeting. Please refer to the links for the meeting packets. The Committee of the Whole agenda includes a presentation of concept from the Kensington Commercial Development. " Kensington has preliminary agreements with tenants for four out of the five lots including: Raising Cane’s (fast casual), Belle Tire (retail), BJ’s Brewhouse (brewery/restaurant), and Cooper’s Hawk (winery/restaurant),” according to a memo in the packet. https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1647007701_35192.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1647007949_60877.pdf
Wednesday, March 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. is the 2nd Public Meeting for the Towne Park Master Plan. Please come and give your input in-person at 2200 Harnish Drive (board room) or virtually.
The Committee of the Whole will be meeting on Tuesday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss Towne Park new design; zoning map update; amending Liquor Control & Licensing fees - waiving the auxilliary license fee; amending Liquor Control & Licensing classification - expanding the service area; Motor Fuel Tax expenditures; Asphalt Patching Program; and the Street Sweeping Program. Please follow the link for the meeting packet.https://www.algonquin.org/egov/documents/1646405420_1475.pdf
The Village Board will be meeting on Tuesday, March 1st at 7:30 p.m. to vote on the following items: resolutions on agreements with Algonquin Area Youth Organization, ALITH Soccer Association, & Trails Swim Team; vendor agreement for Low Income Household Water Assistance Program; Summer Concert Series; bills for payment & previous meeting minutes. Please refer to the link for the meeting packet.
https://www.algonquin.org/egov/documents/1645817779_47272.pdf
Algonquin Road commuters: Work continues on the Illinois Route 62 Study from IL-25 to IL-68. For the February 2022 update, please visit http://ow.ly/Gh4S50I4LLW
Algonquin’s concert series begins June 16th with Pino Farina Band. I saw their performance last weekend. A very talented group of singers/musicians. I’m looking forward to their performance Thursday, June 16th & warmer weather.
https://www.facebook.com/pino.farina.fb/videos/469163114747503
From Dundee Township Office: CARE for our waterways by disposing your unused medications at the Dundee Township Supervisor's Office 9-4:30pm Monday - Friday at 611 E Main St., Suite 201, East Dundee. For drop offs: remove pills from packaging and place in a bag, keep liquids, powders, gels and creams in their original packaging. Call 847-428-8092 x 6 for more info.
he Village of #Algonquin is seeking applicants for the position of Seasonal Maintenance Worker for the Public Works Department. This is a great opportunity for summer work to gain a wide range of experience. Starting rate of pay is $14/hr.
Learn more at http://ow.ly/ZU9750HXASY
Cyber Scams Discussion Sponsored by Kane County.
There are four meetings scheduled for Tuesday, February 15th starting at 7:15 p.m. at 2200 Harnish Drive. The Liquor Commission Meeting is at 7:15 p.m.; 7:25 p.m. Special Liquor Commission Meeting; 7:30 p. m. Village Board Meeting; and 7:45 p.m. or immediately following is the Committee of the Whole Meeting (budget items are on the agenda). Please refer to the links listed in order of the scheduled meetings for the agenda items. https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1644589648_69689.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1644532625_57239.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1644532721_81263.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1644532819_89365.pdf
Learn about the 2021 Community Survey at: https://www.algonquin.org/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=item;id=9364
The Committee of the Whole will be meeting on Tuesday, February 8th at 7:30 p.m. The Committee will be discussing special event/liquor permit for the Algonquin-LITH Chamber of Commerce Old Town Wine Walk; agreement to enter National Opioids Settlement Class Action Litigation; agreement for pool pump & motor replacement; Ratt Creek Reach 5 streambank restoration project & mgmt. oversight; Downtown flowers & maintenance contract; tree planting project; designation of depositories for funds; and amendment to Ch. 33 adding additional A-1 liquor license/remove a class G license. There is a public comment period prior to the meeting (Complete a form & turn in to Village Clerk prior to the meeting.) Meetings take place at 2200 Harnish Drive, Algonquin. Refer to the link for the meeting packet.
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1643929041_62335.pdf