eBlast - April 25, 2025

Spring Grove Road at Miller Road Intersection Safety - Intersection Safety Initiative Public Meeting
Public is invited to share comments and speak with project team members for the McHenry County Division of Transportation (MCDOT) identified safety concerns surrounding the intersection of Spring Grove Road at Miller Road. The meeting for the intersection of Spring Grove Road at Miller Road will be on April 30, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., at the Spring Grove Village Hall at 7401 Meyer Road, Spring Grove, IL 60081. Addressing concerns, is beginning the redesign process of this intersection by conducting a Phase I Study. Click here for further information, more information will become available for public review at www.mcdotsafety.com

Annual Business Registrationdue by April 30th
Please be advised thatChapter 7 of the Johnsburg Municipal Code requires all businesses with buildings, premises or operating from a residence (Zoning Sec. 7.5 Home Occupations) in the Village to register with the Village Clerk no later than April 30th of each year. The Business Registration Form along with an annual registration fee of $25.00 must be submitted to the Village Clerk by April 30th. The fee shall be waived for not-for-profit businesses, please make certain to submit supportive correspondence with your application.

Planning & Zoning Meeting - Canceled
The April 30, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission hearing regarding the former JC Penney shopping center is canceled and is expected to be rescheduled for the end of May or beginning of June. Public notice will be provided in advance of the hearing. Click here for meeting updates.

Join JABA for CINCO DE MAYO Business Showcase
Help the Johnsburg Area Business Association (JABA) make Cinco De Mayo business showcase a success! JABA is joining forces with Raymond's Bowl & Entertainment Center with music, a mini business showcase expo and food trucks on Friday, May 2, 2025 starting at 6:00p.m. Click here for further information.

McHenry County Department of Health to offer reduced-cost water testing in April
The McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) encourages private well owners to test their water supply at least once a year for coliform bacteria and nitrates. To support this effort, the MCDH is offering reduced-cost water sample analysis throughout April. During this month, residents can have their water tested for total coliform bacteria, E. coli bacteria, and a nitrate screen for $25. Participating Township Drop-Off Locations: McHenry Township at 3703 N Johnsburg Road Monday - Friday (9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) and Return samples Wednesdays (9 a.m. - Noon). Click here for further information.

The Markets of Remington Farm
This year's first Farmer’s Market hosted by The Markets of Remington Farm (Honoring Johnsburg farming roots and small town charm, and supporting local small businesses) takes place Saturday, May 3, 2025 beginning at 9:00a.m. at 3519 Chapel Hill Road (next to Prem Magnetics). The event will continue to take place each month on the first Saturday of the month through October. Come out and visit the lineup of fantastic vendors showcasing their goods. Click here for more details.

Village of Johnsburg Auction via Obenuaf Auction Service, Inc.
Village of Johnsburg follows its Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of Public Property Owned by the Village of Johnsburg to sell any items that are no longer needed or replaced per cycle. Examples of surplus items include computers, vehicles, equipment, and furniture, to name a few. Obenauf Auction Services, Inc is currently handling our ONLINE auction live now and closes Friday, May 09, 2025 10:00a.m. Details of the purchase and pick-up of the surplus items are explained in detail on Obenauf Auction Service website. Please click here for more information. 

Honoring Memorial Day - Sunnyside Tavern Float for Parade
Sunnyside Tavern would like to recognize and honor the memories of our community’s past Servicemen & Servicewomen for their great courage and sacrifices. In doing so, they are inviting Johnsburg area families and friends to please submit pictures of their Servicemen & Servicewomen, along with a short biography, to be displayed on their float in the 2025 Memorial Day Parade (Monday, May 26th @ 8a) and ending at the Johnsburg Community Club (2315 W. Church St). Please click here for further information or contact Sunnyside Tavern (Attn: Karen Kunz or Amy Hodges)  at  815-385-4460. Pictures and biography may be sent via email or dropped off at Sunnyside Tavern, 4206 N. Johnsburg Rd. Please submit all photos no later than Sunday May 4, 2025.

P.P.W.C. Hydrant Flushing Notification
Prairie Path Water Company (PPWC) has announced that they will begin flushing the water lines serving their customers beginning on Monday, May 5, 2025 through Friday, May 9, 2025, weather permitting. The flushing will begin at approximately 8:00a.m. and end at approximately 4:30p.m. Flushing will be done Monday – Friday, no weekends. Please limit water use during these times. Residents and businesses on this system may experience brief periods of lower-than-normal water pressure, possible cloudy water and/or temporary discoloration. Once the flushing is complete, normal water quality and pressure will be restored. Should you experience any water quality issues following this work, they ask that you flush your cold-water line for approximately 2-3 minutes. If this does not improve the quality, please contact their Customer Service Department at 1-800-831-2359 or emailClick here for further information and/or updates.

Fox Waterway Agency - River Status Update
The transition from Winter to Summer Pool continues for the official opening of boating season on May 1st. The transition consists of hitting target levels on certain dates in an attempt to make the transition as linear as possible. The current target is 3.25' on April 15th at Fox Lake (the halfway point between 2.5' and 4.0'). The next targets will be with Fox Lake at 3.5' and 4.0' on Fox Lake May 1st. Keep in mind that these are target levels and dates; they are highly dependent on weather conditions. Click here for further information.

Honoring Memorial Day
Memorial Day in Johnsburg is a patriotic event like no other. Gather your family and join fellow friends and neighbors to honor veterans, both past and present on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26th. At the Memorial Day ceremony since September 11, 2001 they also honor our first responders, fire fighters, police officers and paramedics for their courage and sacrifices. Opening ceremony at 9:00a.m. with comments and introductions by the Village President, Edwin P. Hettermann, after the events conclude, a parade will proceed to the Johnsburg Community Club’s Armed Forces Memorial (2315 W. Church St) for a concluding ceremony. Antique and military vehicles will also be on display. Stick around for the Johnsburg Lions Club picnic, food and donations that are being provided by Johnsburg Residents and Business Owners. Further information will be updated as it develops, stay tuned. Special Thank you for all the donation businesses and residents are contributing. Anyone wishing to donate to this patriotic event can do so by dropping a check off at the David G. Dominguez Municipal Center, 1515 Channel Beach Ave (Attn: Village of Johnsburg - Memorial Day Donation).

Alternatives to Landscape Waste Accumulation
There are other alternatives to burning your landscape materials. For more information, click here. The Health Department encourages more environmentally sound alternatives to burning of landscape waste and recommends composting, mulching and native landscaping as possible alternatives to reduce/reuse landscape waste, click here for further information. The Village's residential refuse and recycling service includes the removal of up to 8 bags or cans of landscape waste per week. For more information visit LRS - Johnsburg.

Open Burning of Landscape Waste
Landscape waste may be burned on Saturdays and Sundays from dawn through dusk during Spring months of April and May. The burning of landscape waste is permitted only when winds are less than 10 mph. The burning site must be a minimum of 100’ from any principal structure and supervised at all times by an individual at least 18 years of age. A fire extinguisher, garden hose or water source must be available at the burning site. Prohibited at all times is the burning of manure, garbage, construction materials, litter, grass clippings (eff. 10/5/2021) and etc...on any property. We have seen and received multiple complaints of residents not complying with the ordinance, please be advised violators will be cited. Recreational fires and ceremonial fires are exempt but may not be larger than 3’x3’x3’ and cannot contain leaves, grass or shrubbery clippings. Click here for the requirements.

Johnsburg Police Department Friendly Press Release Reminders & Alerts
JBPD Blue Envelope Program for Autism Awareness
JBPD Press Release "Senior Assassin" Alert
JBPD Press Release "Crosswalk Safety" Alert
JBPD Press Release "Prohibited or Unlicensed Motorized Recreational Vehicle" Alert; No Pedals, No Play on a Public Way!

Johnsburg Jr. Skyhawk’s Football (Registration is Open)
Start your Jr Skyhawk Football adventure with JJSF (incoming 1st graders-8th grade)! Registration is now open and will run through for flag registration and tackle through May 31, 2025. Click here for further information.

Johnsburg Jr. Skyhawks Cheerleaders
Start your Jr Skyhawk Cheerleading Adventure with JJSC (incoming 1st graders-8th grade)! Registration is now open. Click here for further information.

6th Annual Operation Dropbox Donation
The McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH), along with community partners, is excited to launch the 6th Annual Operation Dropbox donation drive to support local veterans. The month-long drive will run from May 1 to May 31, taking place across McHenry County at participating businesses, churches, and organizations. The following items (new and unexpired) will be accepted at participating drop site locations. Click here for further information.

Electronic Waste Recycling & Brush Drop Off​
The McHenry Township Road District is again partnering with the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County to offer recycling programs for McHenry Township residents. Your 2025 opportunity to recycle is Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 8:00a.m. to 12:00 p.m. There will be NO drop off of recycling items during the week. Drop off is located in the township employee parking lot at 3703 N. Richmond Road. Click here for further information or click here for Green Guide.

Spring Brush Pick-Up - Mark your calendars Notice, but No Staging earlier than permitted
The Village's Spring Brush Pick-Up will begin Monday, June 2, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. All brush must be placed by the road no later than 7:00a.m. on June 2nd and no earlier than May 24th. Crews will make one pass through each subdivision; therefore, any branches that are not placed by the road when they go by will NOT be picked up at a later time. All branches must be a minimum of six (6) feet in length (longer limbs travel safely through chipper) and no greater than 6 inches in diameter. They must be placed with their cut ends pointed towards the road in a neat, orderly and manageable pile. Please stack brush into multiple manageable piles; avoid making one large pile. Branches that cannot be put through the chipper safely will not be taken. Evergreen cuttings must be kept separate from other tree branches and will be picked up separately. This service is being provided for larger branches generated from trimming or storm damage and is NOT intended for disposal of whole trees that have been removed. Please follow the guidelines or contact Village Hall (815) 385-6023 with any questions.

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