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Monday, April 20, 2015
Village Hall
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Tuesday, April 21, 2015
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5:00 pm
 
Village Board
Monday, May 4, 2015
Village Hall
7:00 pm
 
Tree Commission
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Community Services Department
6:30 pm
 
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Tuesday, May 6, 2015
Village Hall
6:30 pm
 
Village Board
Monday, May 18, 2015
Village Hall
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Tom Poynton
  
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Jason Slowinski
  
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A Spotlight on Transparent Local Government

   

Village Board Agenda - April 20

   

The next Village Board meeting is on Monday, April 20 at Village Hall.  Trustees will be discussing several important topics, including:  

  • Proposed fiscal year 2016 annual budget
  • Issuance of liquor license for Ai Hana Japan at 405 N. Rand Road
  • Water main improvements on Maple Avenue and Terrace Lane
  • Water and sewer rates
  • Public safety records management system
The complete meeting agenda is available at LakeZurich.org.

Please join us at this meeting or watch it live on LZTV.

  

Village Proposes New Fiscal Year Budget to Start May 1 

   



Balanced Budget Proposed for 2016 with Important Investments in Strategic Priorities

 

The Village's new fiscal year begins on May 1 with a proposed annual budget that totals $51 million, which reflects a decrease of $837k or 1.6% from the current years budget. 

 

For the first time in several years, the proposed fiscal year 2016 budget includes an operating surplus of $5,100.   

 

Consistent with the Village's 2014-2019 Strategic Plan, the proposed budget advances the strategic goals of financial sustainability, development, infrastructure investment, service sustainability, and civic engagement.   

 

There will be a public hearing on the proposed budget at the April 20 Village Board meeting before Trustees consider formal adoption.  The public is encouraged to attend this meeting.  The agenda and proposed budget are available below.

 

Full Meeting Agenda   

Proposed Fiscal Year 2016 Budget 

 

Arbor Day at Paulus Park Next Weekend 

   

 

Volunteer Breakfast & Tree Planting Ceremony    


Don't miss the opportunity to recognize Arbor Day 2015.  Individuals, families, community groups, or scout groups can sign up to help clean-up any of our 32 parks.   

 

Arbor Day 2015 will start at Paulus Park with a volunteer appreciation breakfast followed by a tree planting ceremony and demo by our Village Arborist and members of the Lake Zurich Tree Commission.  Volunteers will depart for their assigned parks to clean up (and once finished, will leave). We provide the bags, please bring work gloves, and dress appropriately.

 

To volunteer, please contact Heidi Stolt at 847-540-5075 or Heidi.Stolt@LakeZurich.org.

 

Arbor Day 2015 Flyer 

Need a Different Size Refuse Cart? 

   

Residents Can Swap Sizes in June for Free 

 

Waste Management delivered new refuse carts to residents in March.  After using the new cart for a few weeks, some residents may realize they would rather have a different size cart.   For this reason, in June residents may request that Waste Management exchange their cart for a different size container for no additional fee.  To request a different size cart call Waste Management at 1-800-796-9696.

 

There are three cart sizes available, a 96-gallon, 64-gallon, and a 35-gallon.  All cart sizes are on display in the lobby of the Village's Community Services Facility, 505 Telser Road.  Read on at LakeZurich.org... 

Spring Clean-Up Reminders

   

Tips on Home and Property Maintenance  

 

With the warm weather upon us, Lake Zurich gets to work on spring clean-up and home improvements.  As we get to work on improving our homes and neighborhoods, please remember these important Lake Zurich property maintenance ordinances:

Landscaping

 

  • Maintain lawn so it does not exceed 8 inches in height.
     
  • Maintain shrubbery and trees so as not to encroach over public sidewalk.

Vehicles

 

  • No vehicle may be parked on the front lawn or obstructing public sidewalk Boats, RVs, trailer and other vehicles have restrictions on where they may be parked dependent on their size. Refer to Village requirements or contact Community Services for details.
     
  • Vehicles shall be operable.

Swimming Pools

 

  • All swimming pools over 2 feet in height are required to obtain a building permit and install a proper safety barrier.

Structure Maintenance


  • Display address numbers using a color contrasting from their background, a minimum of 4 inch high numbers.
     
  • Keep trim and wall exteriors free from peeling paint and rotting wood. Re-paint/re-stain and replace rotting wood when necessary.
     
  • Maintain handrail and guard rails.

Storage/Debris 

 

  • Outdoor storage is not allowed. Outdoor storage may include construction materials, yard tools, etc.
     
  • Maintain yard free from litter/debris. Clean animal waste regularly. 


For more property maintenance reminders, please visit Community Services online.

 

Village Now Hiring 

 

The Village is currently looking for qualified applicants to join our team in the Community Services, Police, and Parks & Recreation Departments.  The Village is an equal opportunity employer. 

Please see available opportunities below.

 

Front Counter Assistant

 

The Village is accepting applications for the position of part-time Front Counter Assistant in the Building & Zoning Division of the Community Services Department.  Primary work includes assisting customers in person or on the telephone with the processing of building permits and general Department inquiries, scheduling building inspections, filing, and data entry.  More information is at Lake Zurich.org.

 

Reserve School Crossing Guard 

 

The Village is accepting applications for an Auxiliary/Reserve Crossing Guard.  This is an "on-call" position for relief coverage due to illness or vacation.  Must be at least 18 years of age and able to stand for long periods of time in all types of weather.  More information is at LakeZurich.org.

Recreation Coordinator

The Village is accepting applications for a part-time Recreation Coordinator.  This position is responsible for organizing, creating, budgeting, promoting and implementing a variety of early childhood, youth and aquatics recreation programs, special events and services as designated by the Recreation Manager.  More information is at LakeZurich.org.

Hydrant Flushing Starts in April

   

Ensuring the Delivery of Reliable Water

 

Lake Zurich's annual hydrant flushing program begins the week of Monday, April 20, 2015 and ends two weeks later on Friday, May 1, 2015.

The flushing of hydrants may cause tap water to be temporarily discolored.  The discoloration is not harmful and running the tap for a few minutes will clear it up.  The Village recommends that you do not wash clothes the day before, the day of and the day after hydrant flushing for your area since discoloration may occur outside of the scheduled flushing area.
Please visit the Village's website, www.LakeZurich.org, to keep up to date on Village information.  In addition to news, you can access information about permits, ordinances, and other helpful links.

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