City Council Preview
Council will meet on Monday, March 20 at 7 p.m. Here are some noteworthy items on the agenda:
- Consideration of the acquisition of 1504 Miner St. through eminent domain.
- A resolution awarding 2023 Social Service Funding to local organizations.
- Discussion of the proposed project at Graceland and Webford Avenues, desplaines.org/gracelandwebford, including approval of the Final Plat of Subdivision, as well as all other required approvals to allow the project to proceed.
- An ordinance amending the city code due to the passage of the April 4, 2023 ballot referendum.
Read the agenda here for more details and watch the livestream here.
Police and Fire Job Opportunities
Des Plaines Police and Fire Departments are committed to keeping the community safe. We are currently recruiting for lists for both departments and will have immediate opportunities with the Fire Department.
Go to desplaines.org/dppdjobs or desplaines.org/dpfdjobs to learn more about the salary, benefits, minimum requirements and how to begin your journey to Team Des Plaines. Application deadline is May 3, 2023.
Spring Construction is Underway
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) recently started several projects in Des Plaines that may impact your travel.
An improvement project requiring lane closures on Oakton St., from River Rd. to just east of Riverside Dr./Algonquin Rd. began on April 3.
This $2.1 million project will resurface the roadway, construct new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps, install retaining walls and build a new multi-use path on the north side of Oakton Street, between River Road and the Des Plaines River Trail.
At least one lane in each direction will remain open throughout construction, anticipated to be completed in late November. Read the full press release here.
Repairs to the Miner St. (U.S. 14) bridge over the Des Plaines are underway. Miner St., between River Rd. and Busse Highway, will be reduced to one lane in both directions, with reduced lane widths over the bridge. Several turns in the vicinity will be prohibited and access to Campground Rd. from Miner St. will be closed through mid-May. Please follow posted detours. Read the full press release about the project.
Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through these areas. Alternative routes are encouraged. Visit idot.illinois.gov for more information.
Community Clean Up
Celebrate Earth Month with us! Clean Up - Give Back is holding a group trash clean up at Chippewa Woods on Saturday, April 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gloves, grabbers, safety vests and trash bags will be provided.
This event is FREE and open to the community! You can register in advance at cleanupgiveback.org or just show up.
Fair Housing
The City of Des Plaines abides by the Fair Housing Act and upholds the right to equal opportunity and non-discriminatory housing practices. The Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when renting or buying a home, getting a mortgage, seeking housing assistance, or engaging in other housing-related activities.
If you or someone you know may have encountered housing discrimination, complaints and inquiries may be made directly to the Illinois Department of Human Rights. Further information and assistance can be provided by contacting Open Communities at info@open-communites.org or 847-501-5760.
If you would like to learn more about fair housing practices, visit desplaines.org/fairhousing.
Community Garage Sale
Looking to do some spring cleaning and part with ways with old belongings? Participate in the 2023 Community Garage Sale from May 5-7! Register to hold a sale at your home by May 2, 5 p.m., and you’ll be included on the City’s interactive virtual garage sale map. Cost to join is free and both Des Plaines zip codes are eligible for participation.
Go to desplaines.org/communitygaragesale for more information!
DEA Drug Take Back Event
Welcome New Businesses
- Digital Acoustics LLC
- Law Office of Richard J. Arendt
- Visionary Eye Consultants
- A J Auto
- Touhy Diagnostics At Home
- Advocate Imaging Center
- Sushibox
- Infinity Transportation Mgmt.
- Casey's 6409
- Gold Wing Truck Repair
- Proman Staffing
- Big Cars Co.
April Meetings & Reminders
- 4/15 Community Clean Up with Clean Up - Give Back
- 4/17 Council Meeting 7 p.m.
- 4/22 Drug Takeback Day at DPPD
- 5/1 Branch Collection begins for 60016
- 5/1 Council Meeting 7 p.m.
Visit desplaines.org and check out our calendar to see what’s happening at the City and around town.
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