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Posted on: May 23, 2023

Village Offices Closed for Memorial Day

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Lombard Village Offices will be closed on Monday, May 29th, in honor of Memorial Day. Normal business hours for Village Hall and Village Departments will resume on Tuesday, May 30th.  

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Posted on: May 23, 2023

National EMS Week: May 21-27

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May 21-27, 2023, is the 49th annual National EMS Week. This year's theme is EMS: Where Emergency Care Begins. National EMS Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to publicize safety and honor the dedication of those who provide the d...

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Posted on: May 22, 2023

National Public Works Week: May 21-27

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National Public Works Week is May 15-21 and this year’s American Public Works Association (APWA) 2022 National Public Works Week theme is "Connecting the World Through Public Works." This year's theme highlights the w...

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Posted on: May 18, 2023

‘Click It or Ticket’ this Memorial Day

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The Lombard Police announced it is stepping up enforcement for the Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” campaign that will run May 19-30 and reminds motorists to buckle up for safety. The “Click It or Ticket” campaign ...

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Posted on: May 16, 2023

Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 29

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The Village of Lombard will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 29, 2023, at 10 a.m. at the Sunken Garden in Common Park (just east of the Grace St. and Maple St. intersection). All community members are invited to help honor the men and ...

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Posted on: May 14, 2023

National Police Week: May 14-20

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Communities across the United States recognize National Police Week, to honor and remember those law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the family members, friends and fellow officers they left behind. Lombard Officers who we...

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Posted on: May 9, 2023

"No Mow 'til Mother's Day" Initiative Ends on May 14th

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As Mother's Day approaches, the Village of Lombard extends its sincere gratitude to the more than 600 households that participated in the first-ever "No Mow 'til Mother's Day" initiative. Your overwhelming support not ...

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Posted on: May 4, 2023

Distracted Driving Enforcement Results

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The Lombard Police Department recently conducted a distracted driving enforcement campaign aimed at reducing the number of accidents caused by drivers using mobile devices. During the campaign, the department issued 135 violations for violating the hands-...

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Posted on: May 3, 2023

Sidewalk Cutting and Slicing Program

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Beginning this week, the Village's contractor, Hard Rock Concrete Cutters, Inc., will be conducting sidewalk cutting and slicing work throughout the month of May in zones 4, 5, and 6 as shown on the map. 

The purpose of the work is to remove trip ...

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Posted on: April 26, 2023

“Hidden Gems of Lombard” Photo Contest

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The Village of Lombard is hosting its annual photo contest during Lilac Time with this year’s theme, “Hidden Gems of Lombard.” The contest will run from May 5 through May 28, 2023, and is open to Lombard residents and visitor...

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Posted on: May 2, 2023

Property Tax Information

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As a reminder, property tax bills for DuPage County property owners are in the mail this week. Please note that the Village of Lombard receives less than 8% of the total tax bill, meaning that less than $0.08 of every dollar paid in property taxes will go...

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Village Provides Update on 2021-2024 Strategic Plan

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On April 13th, the Village of Lombard held a special Board of Trustees Meeting where Village staff provided a detailed and comprehensive update on the progress of the 2021-2024 Strategic Plan. 

Village staff presented a detailed overview, includin...

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Protect Your Property from Theft: Lock It or Lose It

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The Lombard Police Department is reminding residents that one of the most effective ways to prevent theft is to lock your property. Whether you're at home or out and about, taking a few simple steps can make all the difference.

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Posted on: April 20, 2023

Lombard Carnival Incident Update

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On the evening of Friday, April 14th, Lombard Police responded to a call for a fight in progress at the High Point Shopping Center Carnival.  Police arrived on scene in less than two minutes and while on scene, additional reports were received of...

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Posted on: April 17, 2023

Board Approves Policy Changes to Further Assist Residences with Drainage Issues

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The Village of Lombard Board of Trustees recently approved policy enhancements to an existing assistance program for single-family residential properties experiencing chronic drainage issues at their March 2, 2023, meeting. 

The Residential Draina...

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Posted on: April 14, 2023

Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series Returns to Downtown Lombard

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The Village of Lombard is pleased to announce the much-anticipated return of the 2023 Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series to downtown Lombard, brought to you by Comfort Suites of Lombard, for a 24th season, starting on June 17, 2023.

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Posted on: April 11, 2023

ComEd Tree Trimming Scheduled for Lombard

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ComEd will begin tree trimming in the Lombard area within the next few months. Affected residents have received or will be receiving postcards from ComEd to notify them prior to any scheduled preventative tree maintenance activities. This work is necessar...

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Posted on: April 6, 2023

Downtown Sidewalk Improvement Project

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The Downtown Sidewalk Improvements Project along St. Charles Road between Craig Place and Elizabeth Street will begin the week of April 17th.

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Posted on: April 6, 2023

N Grace Utilities Improvement Project

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The North Grace Street Utility Improvements project will begin the week of April 24th and continue through the summer. During the project, Grace Street between Prairie Avenue and Sunset Avenue will be restricted to southbound traffic only. Northb...

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Posted on: April 3, 2023

Residential HomeBox Program for Residents

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When the Lombard Fire Department arrives at the home of a senior in need of medical assistance, precious time is often lost trying to get inside the home to help. The Lombard Fire Department wants residents, especially seniors or those with limited mobili...

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

Medical Sharps Disposal Information

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To help community residents safely dispose of their syringes and other medical-use needles, also known as “sharps”, the Village of Lombard has installed a sharps drop box in the lobby of Lombard Village Hall (255 E. Wilson Ave). Residents can safely disca...

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Posted on: March 27, 2023

Lombard Police Announce Security Camera Registration Program

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The Lombard Police Department has launched a new voluntary security camera registration program to enhance public safety and reduce crime through collaboration with the community.

The program encourages residents and business owners with external-facing se...

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Posted on: March 23, 2023

Yard Waste Collection and Solid Waste Fees

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Waste Management’s yard waste collection program in Lombard runs from the first full week in April through the second full week in December.  In addition, trash collection fees will be adjusted by 5 percent, which is the maximum allowed by the So...

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