The NorthPoint ribbon cutting/shovel ceremony was this morning. The NorthPoint development will bring 1,000 jobs, $3M in property tax revenue to government agencies (fire/school districts/county/Algonquin/Carpentersville/etc.) and increases commercial/warehouse space in Algonquin. Once built, NorthPoint will manage the property and continue to build a long-term relationship with the community. Welcome NorthPoint!
The agenda for the Village Board Meeting on Tuesday, June 7 includes a proclamation for Pollinator Week; proclamation recognizing Peggy Blanchard's ICSC Distinguished Service Award; resolution on Schroeder Asphalt for High Hills subdivision; approve bills for payment; approve prior meeting minutes; approve public event AAYO/Algonquin Aces Junebug Jamboree Softball Tournament on June 25 & 26; executive session regarding collective bargaining; and a resolution on agreement with the Metropolitan Alliance of Police Algonquin Civilians Ch. 183. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. at 2200 Harnish Drive. There is a public comment period at each meeting. Please come prior to the meeting start time to register. Please follow the link for the meeting packet.
https://www.algonquin.org/egov/documents/1654284267_21109.pdf
From the Village of Algonquin: We're just two weeks away from the return of the Algonquin Summer Concerts at Towne Park! Come join us on June 16 with Live music from the Pino Farina Band!
View the entire season schedule online at http://ow.ly/5MTM50JoI2Z
The Committee of the Whole agenda for Tuesday, May 17 includes a review and discussion of a proposed Atlantic Rental development (259 apartments within 7 buildings & 66 rental townhomes with main entrance off Longmeadow Parkway); special permit for ACES Junebug Jamboree at Presidential Park on 6/25 & 6/226; and an agreement with Schroeder Asphalt Services for the High Hill subdivision improvement project. The Village Board meeting agenda includes resolutions for pavement marking; striping; purchase/installation of radios & equipment; in-house engineering; approval of prior minutes; approval of bills for payment and more. Please refer to the meeting packet links for additional details. Meetings start at 7:30 p.m. To register to make comments please complete the form & submit it to Village Clerk prior to the meeting.
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1652469003_51617.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1652468856_23271.pdf
Proposed rental development with main entrance off Longmeadow Parkway. Right in/out off Randall Road.
Per the Village of Algonquin - The Village is seeking proposals for redevelopment of the property located at the southeast corner of South Main Street and Washington Street (former Algonquin State Bank). The Downtown Planning Study and Comprehensive Plan have identified this site for mixed-use redevelopment serving the Old Town #Algonquin area. Learn more at the following links:
View RFQ: http://ow.ly/QLY650J1JO2
View Downtown Planning Study: http://ow.ly/uMs050J1JQ4
The Committee of the Whole will be meeting on Tuesday, May 10th at 7:30 p.m. at 2200 Harnish Drive to discuss the following agenda items: agreement with Starcom Radio for purchase of radios; agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering for in-house engineering services; agreement with At-Risk Management Contractor for designer-led design-build project for Gaslight Park; acceptance of watermain easement at 100 & 111 S. Main Street from Towne Park Condo Assoc.; agreement with Burke, LLC for design-build of Terrace Lakes brick pavement replacement; agreement with Semper Fi Land, Inc for Woods Creek Reach 5 streambank restoration; and agreement with Resource Environmental Solutions for the construction management services of Woods Creek Reach 5 streambank restoration. Follow the link below for the meeting packet details.
https://www.algonquin.org/egov/documents/1651853947_22611.pdf
The Village Board will be meeting on Tuesday, May 3 starting at 7:20 p.m. for a special Liquor Commission, followed by a Village Board Meeting. The Village Board meeting agenda items include: administer oath of office to Police Officer Moore; proclamations for Police Week, Police Memorial Day and National Public Works Week; appointments; approve prior meeting minutes and bills; and approve public event for St. Margaret Mary Catholic School 5K. Please refer to the links for additional information.
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1651263137_25093.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1651263241_14239.pdf
Retired Trustee Jim Steigert was a wonderful person who was dedicated to Algonquin. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family and friends.
From Village of Algonquin: It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of retired Village Trustee Jim Steigert.
Steigert served on the Algonquin Village Board for 22 years, from in 1999 to 2021. Prior to his role as Village Trustee, Steigert served on the Village of Algonquin’s Economic Development Commission for seven years and also volunteered with many community organizations that shared his passion of service to the Algonquin community. Our deepest condolences to his family and his many friends. https://www.willowfh.com/obituary/Jim-Steigert
Ashley Furniture is now open in the Algonquin Commons off Randall Road.
There are three meetings scheduled for Tuesday, April 19th starting at 7:20 p.m. with the special Liquor Commission meeting, followed by the Village Board meeting and Committee of the Whole meeting. The Committee of the Whole will be considering an event permit for St. Margaret Mary's 5k Run & Kid's Dash; request for qualifications for 221 S. Main St; and agreements pertaining to pavement markings. Please refer to each meeting packet link for additional information. https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1649987841_73517.pdf
https://www.algonquin.org/.../documents/1650030245_91839.pdf
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.
