eNews - November 1, 2024

Polling Locations
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. As of 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.

Johnsburg Lions Club Wreath Pre-Sale - Ending Soon for Orders
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.

Cocoa Crawl - JABA and Local Businesses, Mark you Calendars
Join the Johnsburg Area Business Association (JABA) and Local Businesses for their first Cocoa Crawl. Saturday, December 14th 12:00p.m. - 2:00p.m. Embrace the magic of the season with Johnsburg’s first Hot Cocoa Crawl through the Johnsburg Business District. Follow the map trail to visit local businesses for a tasty treat and festive activities. Click here for further information.

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.

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 - Ongoing 85% completion, projected substantial completion Dec 2024
• Hydrant Flushing Planning; scope(s) completed for Season, possible minor incidental flushing may occur. 
• Public Works Road Maintenance; road patching and repairs in preparation for winter season. - Ongoing
• Public Works Right-of-Way Tree Trimming/Pruning in preparation for winter season, please pay attentions to signage and proceed cautiously during travels. - Ongoing

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.

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