Lombard’s Forestry and Urban Landscaping Supervisor Eric Hendrickson ready for new challenges

The Village of Lombard recently hired Eric Hendrickson to serve as its new Forestry and Urban Landscaping Supervisor. He comes to Lombard with 22 years of experience in municipal forestry work as well as work in the private sector forestry field.

Hendrickson most recently worked for the Village of Glen Ellyn for more than 20 years and oversaw the Village’s tree program. He has been responsible for the management of Glen Ellyn's response to the Emerald Ash Borer... Read on...

Lombard Police cracking down on drunk drivers during holiday season

From Dec. 20 through Jan. 5, the Lombard Police Department will be out in force as part of the annual Illinois “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” crackdown on drunk drivers.

The statewide crackdown will include high-visibility alcohol and belt enforcement throughout Lombard.

The statewide crackdown will also be supported by national and state paid advertising, creating a comprehensive... Read on...

Lombard Fire Department ambulances receive new Stryker Power Assisted Stretcher and Loading Systems

All five ambulances used by the Lombard Fire Department recently received new Stryker™ Power Assisted Stretcher and Loading Systems – equipment Fire Department leaders said will help not only prevent injuries to paramedics, but keep patients safer, too.

In late November, the Fire Department implemented the Stryker equipment upgrades, representing a significant hazard and risk reduction measure through the implementation of power ambulance cots and power loading systems. The... Read on...

Lombard Police Department arrests 13, issues 131 citations over Thanksgiving holiday weekend

The Lombard Police Department provided extra officers on the streets during the Thanksgiving holiday, courtesy of a grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation.

The extra enforcement, which included night seat belt enforcement, day seat belt enforcement and DUI enforcement, produced the following statistics:

Arrests:
• Suspended License: 1• No Valid Driver's License:... Read on...

Village of Lombard announces holiday hours

The Lombard Village Hall will be closed for the Christmas holiday on Dec. 24 and 25 and on Jan. 1, 2014 for the New Year’s Day holiday.

Village Hall will close at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 23 and Monday, Dec. 30.

Regular business hours for the Village of Lombard are: Mondays—8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesdays-Fridays—8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays: Closed.

Anyone with questions regarding the closures may contact the Village... Read on...

Fire Department annual Toy Drive kicks off this week, Parade set for Dec. 14

The Lombard Fire Department’s 13th annual Toy Drive kicks off this week and culminates with the parade on Saturday, Dec. 14.

Beginning today, collection bins are in place at drop off locations including the Lombard Village Hall, Fire Station 1 (50 E. St. Charles Road), Fire Station 2 (2020 S. Highland Avenue), Jewel-Osco on Main Street and... Read on...

Lombard Paramedics receive “Excellence in Cardiac Care” pins after helping save a man's life

While the holiday season is notorious for warmth and happiness, Lombard resident Ronald Barger, 68, said this year is going to be extra special for his family. Barger said he’s simply grateful to be alive – and has local first responders to thank.

On Oct. 23, Barger’s wife called 911 to report her husband was unconscious and not breathing. The 911 operator, Tiffany Bury out of DUCOMM in Glendale Heights, instructed Barger’s wife over-the-phone on how to give proper... Read on...

Lombard hotels offer special holiday rate for residents and guests

Lombard residents having friends and family in for the holidays can take advantage of discounts from local hotels and simultaneously help support local businesses by booking holiday hotel stays in Lombard.

Several Lombard hotels have partnered with the Village of Lombard to offer special holiday rates for Lombard residents and their guests this holiday season. When booking, residents should contact each hotel directly and ask... Read on...

Lombard Firefighter/Paramedic’s cheesesteak recipe scores him a spot on WGN News

When Lombard Firefighter/Paramedic Bob Hopper isn’t out on a call, he’s likely serving up a hot meal for the Gold Shift at Fire Station 1.

As a favorite chef among his station colleagues, Hopper was recently encouraged to submit one of his popular recipes to a cooking segment on WGN News. At no surprise to his friends, one of Hopper’s most-requested meals was... Read on...

Lombard Police Department launches local sex offender information website

The Lombard Police Department recently launched a website where residents can view the addresses of registered sex offenders living in Lombard, sign up for email alerts if a registered sex offender moves in their neighborhood and find other safety tips.

Lombard Police Detectives Mike Chudzinski and Terry Evoy worked to get the website up and running as an information and safety tool for Lombard residents. The OffenderWatch website platform serves as a community notification... Read on...

Lombard Public Works hosting holiday lights recycling through January

The Village of Lombard encourages residents and business to recycle their decorative lights and extension cords this holiday season. A collection bin will be in place from Nov. 25 through Jan. 22 at Public Works, 1051 S. Hammerschmidt Ave.

Residents and businesses may drop off at any time, including after work hours and on weekends.

According to the energystar.gov, LED lights strands use 65 percent less electricity, can last 10 times longer, and lower the... Read on...

Lombard Board of Trustees votes to freeze property tax levy

The Village of Lombard Board of Trustees voted 4-1 to freeze the Village’s 2013 property tax levy at the 2012 level at its Nov. 21 regular Board of Trustees meeting. The levy amount is now frozen at $8,667,319.

This freeze applies only to the Village’s portion of the tax bill, and not to the entire tax bill. The Village’s portion of the typical property tax bill is approximately 7.6 percent of the total tax bill.

Any questions... Read on...

Village of Lombard names Scott R. Niehaus as next Village Manager

The Village of Lombard has named current Tinley Park Village Manager Scott R. Niehaus as its next Village Manager. Niehaus is set to begin his role as Lombard’s Village Manager on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

Niehaus, 42, has served as Village Manager in Tinley Park since 2003. Prior to Village Manager, he was Assistant Village Manager of Tinley Park for four years. Before Tinley Park, Niehaus worked for the Village of Elk Grove... Read on...

Village of Lombard coordinates relief effort for victims of recent tornado damage

The Village of Lombard is collecting items and encouraging donations to offer relief to victims of the deadly EF-4 tornado that hit central Illinois on Nov. 17.

The damaging tornado reportedly had winds ranging from 166 to 200 miles per hour. According to the Mayor of Washington, Ill., an estimated 1,000 homes in the community sustained damage.

Donation items for residents... Read on...

Lombard Public Works to host first post-Thanksgiving liquid cooking oil recycling event

The Village of Lombard and SCARCE have arranged for the Village’s first-ever collection of fryer cooking oil from 9 a.m. to noon on Nov. 30 at the Lombard Public Works Administration Building, 1051 S. Hammerschmidt Avenue.

Bridgeview-based Green Grease Environmental will use the collected oil for diesel fuel and heating oil. Lombard residents are encouraged to bring their used liquid cooking oil in a milk jug, bucket or container to the event.... Read on...

Active Transportation Alliance seeks input from residents on “Complete Trails, Complete Crossings”

Active Transportation Alliance is working with DuPage County Department of Transportation and Forest Preserve District of DuPage County to identify ways to improve the safety and accessibility of the Illinois Prairie Path through DuPage County.

The project, called “Complete Trails, Complete Crossings,” is set to create a comprehensive trail access plan for the Illinois Prairie Path in DuPage County in order to create a safer, more convenient access to physical... Read on...

Lombard Village Hall to close for Thanksgiving holiday

The Lombard Village Hall will be closing early at 4:30 p.m. on Nov.25 and will be closed Nov. 28 and Nov. 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Village Hall will reopen on Monday, Dec. 2 with regular business hours. Regular business hours are: Mondays—8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesdays-Fridays—8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturdays & Sundays: Closed.

Lombard Police to be out in force during Thanksgiving holiday for seat belt, DUI crackdown

Police and safety officials in Lombard are reminding residents to fasten their seat belts and drive sober over the Thanksgiving holiday or run the risk of receiving a ticket.

Lombard Police will be out in force from Nov. 18 to Dec. 1 using grant money allocated for seat belt and DUI enforcement.

The Lombard Police Department is joining the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois... Read on...

Eighth annual Jinglebell Jubilee set for December 7 in Downtown Lombard

Several community organizations will usher in the holiday season on Dec. 7 in Lombard’s historic downtown with the annual “Jinglebell Jubilee.” The event, in its eighth year, will feature a myriad of holiday-themed events from 2:30 to 9 p.m.

Participants can start the winter festivities along St. Charles Road by shopping or dining at one of the many businesses, many of which will be running specials beginning at 1 p.m. Students from The Dance Centre in Downtown... Read on...

Finley Road and Terrace View Pond construction projects continue to move forward

Two of Lombard’s current construction projects, the Finley Road Pavement Rehabilitation Project and Terrace View Pond Improvements, are continuing to move forward and scheduled to wrap-up in the next few weeks, said Public Works Director Carl Goldsmith.

Trustee Dan Whittington requested an update to be shared with residents affected by the projects to assure all that projects are moving forward in a timely manner. Both Whittington and Goldsmith will be present at a... Read on...

Lombard Public Works building to receive new ADA compliant entrance

Lombard’s Public Works building will be temporarily closed to residents while the building receives updates to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Accessibility Code.

Improvements to the entrance include an ADA compliant ramp and motion-activated doors.

The construction is set to take place on the front of the building, located at 1051 S. Hammerschmidt Ave. from Oct. 17 through... Read on...

Lombard Police Department hosting more than a dozen Senior Citizens Police Academy classes this fall

For the second year in a row, the Lombard Police Department is hosting its Senior Citizens Police Academy this fall. More than a dozen classes are planned from October through December at senior citizen communities in Lombard.

The program provides an excellent opportunity for senior citizens, who reside at Beacon Hill, Lexington Square and Sunrise Senior Living, to become familiar with the day-to-day operations of the Police Department, according... Read on...

Lombard Fire Department extinguishes garage fire on Village’s southwest side Monday night

The Lombard Fire Department responded to a call at 8:01 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 7 reporting a garage fire at 1058 S. Edson St.

Firefighters arrived in four minutes to find a small smoldering fire in a shed attached to the home’s garage, reported Battalion Chief Marty Coomes.

Coomes reported the fire was controlled within five minutes of Lombard... Read on...

Lombard adopts Local Tourism Grant Program ordinance in an effort to promote tourism

The Village Board of Trustees recently approved a Local Tourism Grant Program Ordinance recommended by the Community Promotions and Tourism Committee in an effort to establish a funding source for events that promote the Village as a travel destination.

The Community Promotions and Tourism Committee has previously provided funding for programs and events through the Village’s Hotel Motel Tax fund, however, the new ordinance creates formal guidelines for groups applying. The... Read on...

Village of Lombard names 100-year-old Claude Walton “Senior of the Year”

The Village of Lombard named 100-year-old Claude Walton as Senior of the Year for 2013. Every year, the Village’s Community Relations Committee chooses recipients of the Senior of the Year award based on nominations from the community.

Walton and his wife Darwin have lived in Lombard since 1955 where they raised their two children, Claudette and John. Walton was nominated for the Senior of the Year award by York Township Supervisor John W. Valle, who said... Read on...

Village of Lombard approves ordinance limiting parking and storage of recreational vehicles

The Village of Lombard recently approved an ordinance that will prohibit the parking and storage of boats, trailers, and other recreational vehicles in front yards from Nov. 1 to March 31. The ordinance takes effect on Nov. 1, 2014.

The change limits the parking of recreational vehicles in the front yard of single family residential properties. The front yard is defined as the first 30 feet from the property line. During the winter months, residents can... Read on...

Village of Lombard offers temporary amnesty program for parking violations

The Village has recently approved a temporary amnesty program, which offers you the opportunity to pay your current $250 parking violation(s) at a reduced rate of $50 for a general parking or commuter lot violation and $100 for a fire lane fine violation.

This program does not pertain to handicapped parking violations.

The amnesty program created by this Ordinance shall only be available for unpaid parking citations not subject to a payment agreement, and issued prior to... Read on...

Lombard recycles two semi-trailers of electronics, 70 bicycles and more at Recycling Extravaganza

The Village of Lombard thanks its volunteers, residents and businesses for making the annual Recycling Extravaganza on Sept. 21 a successful event.

Volunteers came from Glenbard East High School, Montini High School, Rotary Club, Lions Club, Working Bikes Cooperative, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Family Shelter Services and the Village’s Environmental Concerns Committee.... Read on...

DuPage Co. stormwater management urges residents to be mindful of water quality this fall

DuPage County News Release: September 19, 2013

Wheaton, IL – With the fall season beginning on Sunday, it is time for football, cooler days and changing leaves. However, the changing season also brings the inevitable need for yard cleanup.

All DuPage County residents live in a watershed, meaning most everything entering storm drains eventually runs into rivers or streams. In autumn, leaves are oftentimes blown or swept into storm drains and waterways and can... Read on...

Lombard Public Works reopens Main Street

The Village of Lombard’s Public Works Department announced the opening of Main Street, between Roosevelt Road and 15th Street.

This section of Main Street has been under construction in relation to the Concrete Rehabilitation Program which began early this summer. Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 17, both northbound and southbound lanes will return to... Read on...

Lombard Police Department to host “Seat Check Saturday” on Sept. 21

The Lombard Police Department today announced it will conduct a “National Seat Check Saturday” event on September 21, 2013 at Target, 60 Yorktown Shopping Center.

Certified passenger safety technicians will be on hand from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to check car seats for proper installation and advise parents, grandparents and caregivers how to choose the right car seats and install them... Read on...

Lombard Fire Department plans moment of silence to commemorate 9/11 attacks

The Lombard Fire Department is planning a moment of silence to remember those who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks 12 years ago.

At 8:59 a.m. on Wednesday, September 11, the Lombard Fire Department will hold a moment of silence at both Lombard fire stations, marking the time the South Tower of the World Trade Center collapsed. Fire Station One is... Read on...

Village of Lombard to host 14th annual Recycling Extravaganza

The Village of Lombard’s 14th annual Recycling Extravaganza will be held on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will take place at the Lombard Village Hall, 255 E. Wilson Avenue in Lombard.

The following materials will be accepted for recycling: electronics, car and marine batteries, scrap metal (bent hangers, old metal pots, swing sets, lawn furniture, gutters, washers and dryers, stoves, hot water heaters and... Read on...

Lombard seeking redevelopment opportunities in Village’s historic downtown

The Village of Lombard is seeking parties interested in pursuing redevelopment opportunities for two Village owned parcels in Downtown Lombard.Located at 101-109 South Main Street, the two properties total 2.19 acres in combined area.

The Village’s outreach is intended to identify qualified interested parties, design concepts and economic development plans for the site acceptable to the Village, said William Heniff, Director of Community Development at... Read on...

Lombard Police Department receives Public Safety Grant from Target

The Lombard Police Department recently received a $1,000 grant from Target to dedicate to public safety and crime prevention initiatives.

In March, the Lombard Police Department applied for the Target & Blue Public Safety Grant with the intention of using the money to increase citizen police contacts and interactions using a positive and holistic approach,... Read on...

Illinois Department of Transportation to reduce weight limit on Lombard’s Hill Avenue Bridge

The Illinois Department of Transportation is mandating the weight limit on the Village of Lombard’s Hill Avenue Bridge be reduced to 8 tons.

The change is expected to go into effect on Thursday, August 15 when the current bridge signage is replaced.

The current weight limit on Hill Avenue Bridge is 12, 14 or 16 tons, depending on the type of vehicle. David... Read on...

Village of Lombard's Carol Bauer named “Most Dedicated” blood drive coordinator in Illinois

The Illinois Coalition of Community Blood Centers announced this week that Carol Bauer, Executive Coordinator for the Village of Lombard, was named the “Most Dedicated” blood drive coordinator in Illinois this year.

Bauer, who has been an employee of the Village for 47 years, has collected more than 10,981 units of blood for Heartland Blood Centers since 1988.

According to a release from The Illinois Coalition of Community Blood... Read on...

Board of Trustees adopt a resolution objecting to a rezoning request of the Ken Loch property

At a special meeting of the Lombard Village Board of Trustees Friday morning, the Board adopted a resolution to DuPage County objecting to a request for rezoning of the Ken Loch Golf Links property.

The petition before DuPage County would provide for the golf course property to be rezoned from its current single family residence designation to a general residence designation, which would provide for higher density... Read on...

Lombard Police Department stepping up enforcement through July 7 with Independence Day grant

The Lombard Police Department is currently taking part in the 2013 Independence Day “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over/Click It or Ticket” crackdown. The stepped-up enforcement, which began June 28, will run through July 7.

Enforcement efforts will concentrate on the deadly nighttime hours.The intensified enforcement effort against impaired drivers and seat belt law violators underscores the disproportionate number of traffic deaths involving... Read on...

Public Works Department sees slew of new hires due to retirements

The Village of Lombard is pleased to announce recent hires and career moves as a result of retirements within the Public Works Department.

Public Works anticipates the retirement of 20 of 52 employees between March 2013 and March 2014, resulting in an anticipated overall savings of $447,415 in the first year of the Early Retirement Program.

Public Works... Read on...

Lombard Village Manager Dave Hulseberg announces plan to retire

David Hulseberg, Village Manager of the Village of Lombard, shared with Village President Keith Giagnorio his intention to retire later this year. Hulseberg has served as Village Manager since 2008.

“I am thankful to have worked with so many dedicated employees, volunteers, citizens, business people and public officials who place the needs of the community first,” Hulseberg said. “I am most pleased that I have been part... Read on...

LFD Alerts Businesses of Wireless Radio Transmission Availability for Direct Connect Fire Alarms

The Lombard Fire Department would like to alert businesses of the availability of improved technology in regard to wireless radio transmission for direct connect fire alarms.

The upgrade includes changing the current fire alarm communications equipment to radio technology.
Tyco Integrated Security recently sent out a letter to businesses explaining the new technology and the cost benefits to... More...

Volunteer Community Members Sought For Lombard Board Committees

The Village of Lombard is seeking community members for its committees of the Village Board.

Several of the Committees have immediate openings for interested residents. These committees include the Community Relations Committee, Finance Committee, Environmental Concerns Committee and the Transportation and Safety... More...

Lombard’s Public Works Department Announces the Finley Road Pavement Rehabilitation Project--Phase 2

The Village of Lombard’s Public Works Department announced the start of the Finley Road Pavement Project with construction starting the week of May 20th for the segment of Finley Road between Charles Lane and Crescent Boulevard.

This portion of the Finley Road Project should be completed this fall, weather permitting.
Starting the week of May 20, Finley Road will be detoured between Madison and Crescent Boulevard. The detour will be in effect for... More...

Village of Lombard Public Works To Hold Public Information Meeting on Terrace View Pond Improvements

The Village of Lombard will hold a public information meeting on the Terrace View Pond Improvements Project. The meeting will be held on May 23 at 7 p.m. in the Village Hall Board Room.

A powerpoint presentation will be made at the start of the meeting which will cover the design of the project, construction sequencing and various other topics. The presentation will run for approximately 20 minutes.
After... More...

Lombard’s Community Development Department Team Ready To Serve

The Village of Lombard Community Development Department recently hired three new staff members who are ready and willing to jump in and serve the residents’ planning needs.

New to the Community Development Department are Jennifer Ganser, Assistant Director; Matt Panfil, Senior Planner and Tami Urish, Planner 1.
Jennifer Ganser Ganser took over as Assistant Director of Community... More...

Governor Quinn Announces Approval of Federal Flood Relief for 11 Counties

Impacted Families Eligible to Apply for Grants and Low-Interest Loans; Businesses Can Apply for Low-Interest Loans

Governor Pat Quinn announced Friday President Barack Obama has approved his request for federal assistance to help people and businesses in 11 Illinois counties recover from historic flooding in mid-April. The announcement... More...

Lombard Offers Express Permits and Allows Temporary Containers for Flood Restoration

In a continued effort to provide relief to residents who have suffered storm damage, the Village of Lombard’s Building Division will issue Express Permits for all construction permits related to restoration of flood damaged losses and furthermore,

is temporarily allowing cargo containers on residential properties for storm clean-up activities.
To assist in storm recovery, an Express Permit process has been established. Express Permits is a procedure where permits... More...

Lombard Residents in York Township can Apply for Storm Damage Assessment Relief

York Township is offering an opportunity to seek assessment relief for affected property owners that experienced significant property damage from the recent storm event.

Property owners must reside within the Township boundaries to request the assessment relief.
The York Township storm damage assessment program can provide relief for residents that have structural building damage that could... More...

Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth Met with Village of Lombard Residents Affected by Recent Flooding

Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth toured the Village of Lombard on Sunday, April 21 and met with residents affected by last week’s storms that caused damage to their homes.

Duckworth was joined by Lombard Village President-Elect Keith Giagnorio, Village Manager Dave Hulseberg, DuPage County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Director Norman Sturm and Coordinator David Gervino... More...

Village of Lombard Cleans Up After Devastating Flooding

Village of Lombard residents continue to clean up after experiencing flooding and high water damage due to storms yesterday.

Rainfall over the last 24 hours totaled six inches for the Lombard community. Forecasters predict no significant rain over the weekend, which will provide the time necessary for high water to recede. DuPage County’s... More...

Village of Lombard Declared State of Emergency Due To Flooding-UPDATE at 11 a.m.

At 4:58 a.m. this morning, Lombard’s Acting Village President Bill Ware declared the Village of Lombard in a state of emergency due to flooding and high water. The Village’s Emergency Command Center has been activated.

Regular storm updates will be provided at the Village’s website, www.villageoflombard.org
The Village Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for this evening at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled. Elected officials and staff want to... More...

House Bill 961 Protects Municipal Services to Residents

When Illinois first imposed a state income tax on residents in 1969, an agreement was made by legislators that, instead of allowing municipalities to impose a separate local income tax,...

...the state would devote a portion of the state-collected income tax to local governments. This local portion of the income tax is essential to fund basic municipal services like police and fire protection, garbage... More...

Village of Lombard to Celebrate Arbor Day With Memorial Tree Planting in Honor of Late Bill Mueller

The Village of Lombard will hold its annual Arbor Day tree planting on April 19 with a special tree planting to honor the Village’s late President, Bill Mueller.

The Arbor Day celebration will begin at 1 p.m. on the Village Hall complex near the Public Works building. A lilac tree, specifically the Ivory Silk, will be planted on the south side of the pond along Holloman Drive. The... More...

Lombard Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire, No Injuries Reported

The Lombard Fire Department responded to a call Saturday evening at 7:15 p.m. to 33 N. Main Street.

The smell of smoke was reported by residents of the multi-family residential building. North side companies Engine 45 and Medic 64 responded to the initial call. While in route, DuComm advised that residents reported smoke... More...

Lombard Trustee Peter Breen Delivers Testimony in Springfield for HB 3312 Government Transparency

Village of Lombard Trustee Peter Breen was in Springfield today to deliver testimony on a bill to require local government transparency statewide in the House Counties and Townships Committee.

Breen was invited to testify in Springfield by the Illinois Policy Institute, which is spearheading the effort to pass House Bill 3312. This bill is similar to the Village of Lombard’s Transparency Policy authored by Breen... More...

SIDEBAR—Lombard Trustee Peter Breen’s Testimony for House Bill 3312

The following is the testimony that Village of Lombard Trustee Peter Breen was invited to deliver today in Springfield, by the Illinois Policy Institute,

which is spearheading the effort to pass House Bill 3312 to require local government transparency statewide.

“Hello, my name is Peter Breen. I am a Village Trustee in Lombard, a suburb of Chicago with roughly 43,000... More...

Lombard Fire Department Responds to Garage Fire, No Injuries Reported

The Lombard Fire Department responded to a garage fire at 1125 S. Ahrens last evening. Two people were home at the time of the fire and were able to exit the home without injuries.

“The garage was fully involved and extending to the house upon arrival,” according to Marty Coomes, Lombard Fire Department Battalion Chief. “The fire was controlled within ten minutes and caused approximately $200,000... More...

Lombard Residents Businesses Input Needed With County Survey

DuPage County Stormwater Management is encouraging DuPage County residents and business owners to complete a survey regarding water quality in the County’s waterways.

The survey asks respondents to assess how likely they are to incorporate habits into their  daily lives in order to improve water quality, as well as what their motivating factors are. The County will use the responses... More...

Lombard Fire Department Search for Past Lombard Firefighters

The Lombard Fire Department continues to celebrate its 100 year anniversary in 2013. To help celebrate this historic event, the Fire Department is looking for past Lombard firefighters.

Anyone who is a past Lombard firefighter, (including members of Villard and Glenbard Fire Departments), or knows of a past firefighter and has information, are asked to please contact the non-emergency number at the Lombard... More...

Village Amends Policy Regarding Commercial Corridor Snow Removal

The Village approved an amendment to its policy regarding snow removal in commercial corridors to make it easier to provide snow-free sidewalks in front of commercial businesses in certain areas of the Village.

The purpose of the policy is to clarify the manner in which businesses located within specific areas of the Village could remove snow on the public sidewalks in front of their businesses. The plan was developed to... More...

Volunteer Community Members Needed For Electric Reliability Committee

The Village of Lombard is seeking community members for a newly-established ad hoc committee of the Village Board, known as the Electric Reliability Committee.

The Committee’s charge will be to investigate, analyze and make recommendations to the President and Board of Trustees in regard to ways to attain electric service reliability within the Village.
The membership will be... More...

Village of Lombard Receives Financial Awards

For the 26th consecutive year, the Village of Lombard has received the Certificate of Achievement for Financial Reporting and the Distinguished Budget Award for its budget for the 25th consecutive year.

The Village was recognized with these awards by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA.)
The Certificate of Achievement for Financial Reporting is the highest form of recognition... More...

2013 "State of the Village" Address

Delivered by Lombard’s Acting Village President, William “Bill” Ware on February 20, 2013 at the Lombard Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s Luncheon, held at the Harry Caray’s Restaurant, Lombard.

Good afternoon and thank you for attending today’s luncheon. For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Bill Ware and I have the honor and privilege of currently serving not only as a Trustee of District 6, but also as... More...

Village of Lombard Cautions Residents to a Scam Regarding Electric Aggregation Program

The Village of Lombard has received notification of solicitors going door-to-door offering false information on the Village’s electric aggregation program.

Residents are made to believe that there is a second phase to the aggregation program that includes natural gas suppliers. This information is false. The electric aggregation program only involves one electric energy... More...

League of Women Voters to Host Candidate’s Forum at Lombard Village Hall

The League of Women Voters and the Association of University Women (AAUW) will sponsor a Candidate’s Forum on February 13 at the Lombard Village Hall, located at 255 E. Wilson in Lombard.

The Candidate’s Forum will begin at 7 p.m. and will be taped and shown on Lombard’s Comcast Cable Channel 6 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99 through Election Day.
Since there are so many candidates running for office, this... More...