eBlast - October 18, 2024

“IT’S OUR FOX RIVER DAY” - Certificate of Appreciation & Recognition Ceremony
WHEREAS, The Fox River was the central to the lives of early settlers of the Fox River Valley, providing a source of water and power to mill the grains to feed those settlers, saw the lumber to shelter those settlers, and drive the early machinery which formed the commercial and industrial base that gave first growth to our community, and;
WHEREAS, The Fox River has been largely freed from its burden of pollution and once again has become a safe source of recreation and reliable public water supply, with its fish and wildlife population in clear recovery;
THEREFORE, Village President Edwin P. Hettermann and Chair of Development & Government Affairs / Trustee Beth Foreman of the Village of Johnsburg on behalf of the citizens of Johnsburg, the Board of Trustees for your Dedication and Commitment by volunteering and serving as a member of the Johnsburg Outdoor Club participating in the “It’s Our Fox River Day (2024)” for the Village of Johnsburg and Johnsburg Community School District 12.
Thank you for your hard work and dedication! Your efforts are truly appreciated and we value your contributions to the Fox River. Your commitment inspires us all and you make a difference every day! Thank you for going above and beyond!
It’s the Village’s honor to present Certificate of Appreciation & Recognition to the following and Celebrate the Life and Well-Being of the Fox River for us to share now, and with generations to come.

Polling Locations - Open Monday for Early Voting 
Voting is one of the most important responsibilities we have as a U.S. citizen and Village of Johnsburg resident. It's your chance to make your voice heard and select leaders who understand and support your vision. The people we elect will make decisions affecting our businesses, economy and our future. Click here for early voting and polling locations. Beginning Monday, October 21, 2024 all centers will be open during the times listed for Early Voting. Further information can be found via McHenry County – Voting Information.

Halloween 2024 - Village of Johnsburg jurisdiction
What time can the vampires and ghouls collect their candy? Trick or Treating will take place this year on Thursday, October 31, 2024 from 3:00p.m. to 7:00 p.m. We urge everyone to be safe and respect households that choose not to participate. Please use caution while you are out and about, Johnsburg Police Department will be out patrolling. Click here for further information.

Johnsburg Lions Club Wreath Pre-Sale
Support the Johnsburg Lions Club and make a donation with the purchase of your holiday wreath. Order your Holiday wreath through the Johnsburg Lions Club 34th Annual Wreath Pre-Sale. Order deadline Sunday, November 3, 2024 and Pick-Up scheduled for Saturday, November 30, 2024 from 10:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. at Val-Mar Center (4000 N Johnsburg Rd). All proceeds raised go to aide those in our Community, click here for further information. Share with friends!

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 Fall months of October and November. 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 Post Prom Committee – Save the Date
The Johnsburg Post Prom Committee is hosting a Bowling and Bears in the Burg on Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Palace Bowl (3400 N. Richmond Rd). With their upcoming Bowling and Bears in the Burg Fundraiser, they hope to meet the fundraising goal of over $10,000 to aid in helping to keep the JHS kids safe on prom night. Open to ALL adults and high school students, click here for further information.

Troop #455 – Johnsburg; Recruiting Now #AdventureOn
If you are interested, in learning more about Scouting with Troop 455, have your parent/guardian contact them, click here for further information how. Through their doors have emerged 115 Eagle Scouts, will you be next

McHenry County Division of Transportation
McHenry County has now expanded its transportation options for eligible McHenry County residents. MCRide Connect is a new on-demand, user-side subsidy program using transportation network (commonly known as rideshare) companies, like Uber and UZURV, to provide a new affordable transportation option for eligible residents in McHenry County. Click here for further information.

2024 Public Works Projects
As you know, Illinois has two seasons - Winter and Construction Season. Along with the warmer weather comes the inconveniences that occur with road construction. To help you prepare, below is a summary of construction projects that will be taking place in Johnsburg. As the projects proceed, be prepared for delays and seek alternative routes whenever necessary.

• Sewer River Extension
  • Linden Ave. road will be CLOSED between N. Chapel Hill Road and River Terrace Drive Road
    • Road Closure; the attached exhibit indicates the Phase-1 traffic control to facilitate installation of steel casing under N. Chapel Hill Road. During the work, Linden Ave. will be closed between N. Chapel Hill Road and River Terrace Drive. Scope work has started, this is your notice/reminder and anticipated to take 1 week. During the Linden Avenue closure, River Terrace Drive and Linden Avenue traffic will be detoured to N. Chapel Hill Road via Weingart Road and Bay Road. Access from N. Chapel Hill Road to the business located at 3312 N. Chapel Hill Road will be maintained during the road closure. Residents will continue to have access to their homes, we request patience and apologize for any inconvenience.  
• Hydrant Flushing Planning; proposed for October 2024, please be advised of notice, eBlast messages for specific subdivision will be disseminated. Running Brook Farm proposed for Tuesday, Oct 22nd
• Public Works Road Maintenance; road patching and repairs in preparation for winter season.
• Public Works Right-of-Way Tree Trimming/Pruning in preparation for winter season, please pay attentions to signage and proceed cautiously during travels. 

Click here for further information and to each specific project. Note that timelines related to all projects are weather permitting and subject to change. Watch for eBlasts for project impacts and scheduling changes. Please pay close attention to flaggers and construction signage, obey posted speed limits, and proceed cautiously while traveling in and around the work zones.

Holiday Magic 2024 – Mark your Calendars & Save the Date
The Holiday Magic Parade look ahead and developing further. The event, being held on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. will be traveling a new route. Click here for parade route details. Residents wishing to participate in the parade must register their vehicle, float or non-highway vehicle with the Village by December 6, 2024. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE REGISTERED IN ADVANCE. Entries not registered will not be permitted to participate in the parade. The total number of entries is needed in advance to ensure that provisions for adequate staging are made. All entries must be decorated in a holiday theme or with holiday lights. Alcohol is prohibited in the staging area and through the parade route and no candy or freebies can be thrown along the parade due to limited visibility. Click here for Parade Registrations which can be submitted at the Village Hall during regular business hours or emailed and payment via IL ePay – Misc.

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October 2024 proposed Committee, Zoning and Board meetings can be found here.
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