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Elected Officials Installation |
At the May 6th city council meeting, re-elected aldermen and newly elected aldermen will formally take their office during the swearing in ceremony. The re-elected aldermen include Joe Marchese, Ward 5 and Ted Schauer, Ward 1. Newly elected aldermen include Tom Belczak, Ward 7 and Joe Kenny, Ward 3. Also during this meeting Aldermen John Poteraske and Halil Avci will be thanked for their service to the community as they serve their final meeting as aldermen. |
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In light of the recent heavy rains, the city has posted some basement flooding cleanup tips here. We would also request that any resident who did experience flooding participate in our brief flood survey found here, to help us better identify problem areas and make improvements in the future. |
DuPage County Overhead Sanitary Sewer Program |
DuPage County has an overhead sanitary sewer program where they will share in the cost of moving your sanitary sewer to an overhead sewer to help prevent sewer backup. The brochure with details can be found here, or you can call DuPage County at 630-407-6800. |
Darien Police Department Elder Services Officers |
In 2012 The Darien Police Department designated two Darien Police Officers as ESOs (Elder Services Officers). We took this step because we recognized that there was a service void between the needs of senior citizens and the levels of services that we were providing. We also sent the two officers to elder Service Officer Training provided by the Illinois Attorney General's office. Recently, due largely to the training the officers received, one of our ESOs recognized that a senior citizen was being abused by her spouse, also a senior. Our officer took those necessary steps to provide safety to the senior citizen and the result was that the abuse stopped and the senior has been placed in an environment where she is safe and able to receive the health care that she deserves. Kudos to our Officer Lauren Renner! Officers Lauren Renner and Marina Liska can be contacted at 630-971-3999 or via e-mail at LRenner@darienil.gov or MLiska@darienil.gov. We look forward to serving and collaborating with you. |
2013 Concrete Replacement Program |
In conjunction with the street replacement program, the City of Darien will again offer reduced pricing to residents interested in replacing their sidewalks, driveways and aprons. Suburban Concrete was awarded the bid for 2013. The prices are as follows:
Driveways - $5.90 per square foot
Sidewalks - $3.95 per square foot
Apron - $3.95 per square foot
Apron w/fiber mesh - $4.25 per square foot
Curb & gutter - $12.75 per square foot
Sealer - $0.95 per square foot
Resident wishing to replace their driveways should call Suburban Concrete directly at 847-837-8805, and inform them you are a Darien resident. Suburban Concrete will invoice you for the work.
If you wish to replace your apron, curb or sidewalk please call Mary at city hall - 630-353-8102. The city will invoice you for the work.
The deadline to participate in this year's program is July 1st.
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City Administrator | (630) 353-8114 | |
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City Council Meeting Schedule
Monday, May 6th at 7:30 p.m.
Monday, May 20th at 7:30 p.m. |
Agendas for City and Committee Meetings
The following links will direct you to the City Meeting and Committee agendas and packet information on our website. Stay informed on City issues and upcoming projects!
All Agendas City Council Meeting Agenda |
View Darien Meetings on YouTube!
You may now view city meetings on YouTube by clickng here.
Our user name is DarienCableChannel. You may still access meetings from the links on our website. |
Resident Satisfaction Survey
Can you take a few moments to take our Resident Survey? Your feedback is important in helping us to continue to make Darien a "Nice Place to Live". Just click on this link |
View Chief Brown's Monthly Press Release
You may view the Police Chief's monthly press release by clicking here |
View Darien Police Department Weekly Press Release
You may view the Darien Police Department weekly press release by clicking here |
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2013 Street Maintenance Program |
The City of Darien has begun its street repaving project. Our goal is to improve the streets while inconveniencing the residents as little as possible. Residents living on these streets will receive flyers with information and timelines before the paving occurs. The Following streets are scheduled for resurfacing the weeks of April 29th & May 6th.
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Beller Ct |
Beller to Limit | |
Brandon Rd |
Carlow to Middleton | |
Carlow Dr |
Tara Hill to Brandon | |
Carrage Greens Dr |
Frontage to old oak heather | |
Coachmans Rd |
Carrage Green to Dead End | |
Creekside Ln |
Kearney to Dead End | |
Dunmore Dr |
Killkenny to dead end | |
Gleneyre Rd |
Heather to Coachman | |
Heather Ln |
Carrage Green to Gleneyre | |
Highcrest Dr |
Beller to Hillside | |
Kerry ln |
Tara Hill to Andrus | |
Kilkenny Dr |
Brandon to Dunmore | |
Middleton Rd |
Kerry to Dunmore | |
Tara Hill Rd |
Dunmore to Carlow | |
Woodvale Dr |
Beller to 87th |
For a complete list of roads to be repaved this year click here or contact us at 630-353-8105. |
2013 Parkway Tree Emerald Ash Borer Treatment |
The Mayor and City Council recently approved a program to treat approximately 2,500 city owned Ash trees for Emerald Ash Borer. The trees are being treated by the city arborist. Prior to the treatment, informational flyers will be distributed to residents that have an Ash tree located within the parkway fronting their property. For additional information click here or contact us at 630-353-8105. |
2013 Private Tree Emerald Ash Borer Treatment |
The City of Darien has recently received competitive quotes for the treatment of the Emerald Ash Borer located on private property. The recommended vendor is Tree and Turf Professionals. The treatment method consists of a licensed applicator injecting the tree with the product Treeage. For additional information regarding the treatment and general information please visit the following website: www.arborjet.com
The tree would be drilled with a small hole(s) and larger trees will require multiple holes based on the diameter of the tree. The Treeage product is injected based on the tree diameter and sealed with a plug(s). The application is good for up to two years. The Ash tree must have a minimal 60% healthy canopy to be a candidate for the treatment. The Tree and Turf Professionals shall review each Ash tree prior to treatment. All payments shall be the responsibility of the homeowner. The contact person for Tree and Turf Professionals is Lyle McGinn at 630-759-7389 or email at lmcginn@treeandturf.com
The measurement for a tree is determined by the diameter. If you would like to determine the measurement of your tree take an inch tape measure and measure approximately 4-foot up from the base of the tree and around the tree. This will be your circumference. You can then go to their website
Insert the unit number in the Circumference box and move the pointer to the Solve Others box and hit Enter. The calculator will provide the Diameter. Below is the pricing schedule for the treatment.
Diameter Cost
Ash Tree 3 to 6 inch Diameter $55.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 6 1/8 to 10 inch Diameter $88.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 10 1/8 to 14 inch Diameter $116.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 14 1/8 to 18 inch Diameter $144.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 18 1/8 to 22 inch Diameter $172.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 22 1/8 to 26 inch Diameter $215.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 26 1/8 to 30 inch Diameter $255.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 30 1/8 to 35 inch Diameter $399.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 35 1/8 to 40 inch Diameter $454.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 40 1/8 to 45 inch Diameter $509.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 45 1/8 to 50 inch Diameter $564.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 50 1/8 to 55 inch Diameter $619.00 Per Application
Ash Tree 55 1/8 to 60 inch Diameter $674.00 Per Application |
Water Supply Line Loss Prevention | |
The city advises residents that private companies marketing services to provide loss prevention coverage for residential water supply lines or sanitary service lines are not a service endorsed by the city. Those considering this type of coverage should carefully evaluate the exclusions under the agreement in order to understand what services are and are not covered by the policy, and what may still be a cost to them regardless of the coverage being purchased. Residents are also encouraged to speak with their homeowners' insurance agent and plumber regarding the value of the coverage, and the likelihood of needing to utilize the type of coverage being provided. Residents that have questions regarding their water supply line, as well as the permitting requirements when repairing or replacing those lines, should contact Municipal Services at 630-353-8105 |
Building Permit Fees Waived |
At the March 18th, 2013 Council Meeting the City Council approved a resolution to waive certain building permit fees. The goal is to encourage home improvements and provide a financial incentive to those residents that are planning home projects. A similar program was successfully initiated in 2001 & 2011. The proposal waives the building permit fee for residents and business/property owners. Permits must still be obtained, and fees paid to outside vendors necessary to ensure the safety of the project are still applicable. Below is an example of permits that will have permit fees waived now thru April, 2014. For more information please call the Building Department at 630-353-8115.
Air Conditioner Replacement
Deck
Demolition
Driveways/Sidewalks
Fence
Landscape
Lawn Sprinkler
Patio
Roof
Shed
Parking Lots |
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Household Hazardous Waste Disposal |
Residents of Darien and DuPage County may dispose of Household Hazardous Waste (except latex paint) at the DuPage County Household Hazardous Waste collection site in Naperville at Fire Station 4. The hours are Saturdays and Sundays (except holidays) from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For information about the site and accepted items, visit the City of Naperville HHW Collection Site webpage or contact Naperville's Department of Public Works.
The DuPage County Recycling Guide answers questions regarding household hazardous waste, how to safely dispose of these products, and how to recycle many other household items. For more information about hazardous waste disposal, please contact the DuPage County Hazardous Waste hotline or visit their website.
Contact Telephone/Address
Naperville Fire Station 4 1979 Brookdale Road, Naperville
Naperville Public Works (630) 420-4190
DuPage County Hazardous Waste Hotline (630) 510-2810 or (630) 407-6760
Special Events/Electronics Recycling
The Village of Downers Grove and Creative Recycling offer electronics recycling on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The drop-off location is at Village Hall, 801 Burlington Ave., in the employee parking lot at the rear of the building, off Curtiss St. MAP.
Because the site is staffed by community volunteers, gates will be opened at 9:00 a.m. and closed promptly at noon.
Beginning on Friday, May 11, 2013, the Village of Westmont will offer electronics recycling every second Friday of the month through December 2012. Drop-off hours will be from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The electronics recycling program drop-off location will be Ty Warner Park in the parking lot on the southwest corner of Blackhawk Drive and Plaza Drive. For more information regarding this electronics recycling program, contact the Village of Westmont at (630) 981-6200.
The Downers Grove Township Highway Department accepts electronics from 8:00 a.m. to Noon on the third Saturday of the month (except holiday weekends) at 318 E. Quincy, Westmont. Call (630)-719-6620 for more information.
Latex Paint
Latex paint can be dried with cat litter, oil absorbent, sawdust or another absorbent material. Once the paint is dried, it can be scooped out and disposed of with regular garbage. The can may be rinsed out and put with curbside recycling.
Kin-ko Ace Hardware, 6216 Main St, Downers Grove, (630) 968-4355, will accept latex paint for recycling. A small fee will be charged for the service; $1.50 per quart, $2.50 per gallon, $8.00 per 5 gallon bucket. The service is provided by Earth Paints Collection Systems.
Please Note: As of 2010, DuPage County has discontinued the summer latex paint recycling program at the Woodridge Wastewater Treatment Facility.
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Age Well DuPage Event - Sunday, May 19th |
Join the DuPage County Senior Services and College of DuPage Continuing Education for an event on Sunday, May 19th, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. It will be held at the Student Resource Center (SRC), Room 2000 in College of DuPage located at 425 Fawell Blvd. in Glen Ellyn. Lucia West Jones will present information on aging in DuPage, and participants will be able to hear about experiencing the services and opportunities available in DuPage County for a full life at any age! This is a free event with exciting breakout sessions that will cover topics of job searching, enrolling in social security, planning for life-changing events, Medicare 101, Tai Chi, volunteer opportunities, and more! For more information, and to register for this free event, contact Antonia Harlan, DuPage County Community Services, at (630) 407-6500, or Antonia.Harlan@dupageco.org. |
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Visit Old Lace School & Museum |
Did you know the original Lace School at the northwest corner of 75th & Cass was built in 1859? Now known as Old Lace Schoolhouse & Museum, the building sustained a fire which destroyed the first floor classroom in 1926. Come browse on Sundays, May 5th or June 2nd between 1 - 3 p.m. If you have questions, a Darien Historical Society director will be friendly and helpful. Parking available at west side. Everyone's welcome. |
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Girl Scout Troop 491 Rummage Sale | |
Girl Scout Troop 491 is hosting a Rummage Sale on Saturday, April 27 from 9a.m. - 3p.m. at Safety Village - 7400 S. Cass Avenue
There will be Raffles, a Bake Sale, Crafts as well as Toys, Clothing, Home Decor, Books, some Electronics, Games and much more.
Troop 491 is raising money for Camp. This is their final year and the girls would like to go to camp together. With the economy, they want to try and earn enough money so that all of the girls can go based on funds raised by the troop. Most things not sold will be donated to local charities. For more information email robbynjenny@comcast.net |
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Darien Community Blood Drive - Sponsored by the VFW | |
The Darien Community Blood Drive will take place on Tuesday, April 30th from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Lace School - 7414 Cass Avenue. Walk-ins Welcome! Prepare for your donation: Eat Well - Stay Hydrated - Bring I.D. For more information please call 877-543-3768 |
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Hornet Hustle Includes Feeder Scool Participation Award! | |
In partnership with Fleet Feet Elmhurst, the Hinsdale South Athletic Club is excited to host this year's Hornet Hustle
There are only 10 days left to register online! Avoid the additional fee of race-day registration and secure your spot today! We'd love to see every member of your family running or walking with us, whether it's for the 5K or Youth 1 Mile!
The School Participation Award was added last year to encourage student participation, school spirit, and physical fitness. A large traveling trophy will be awarded to the feeder school with the top participation in the event! Register online at https://hinsdale.proeventreg.com/hustle For more info, check out our race website: http://hornets11.wix.com/hornethustle#! We look forward to seeing you all at Darien Community Park on May 5th!
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Recycling Extravaganza | |
Save the date for the annual Woodridge Rotary Club Recycling Extravaganza - which will be held on May 18th from 8:00 a.m. to noon at Cypress Cove Aquatic Park, 8301 Janes Avenue. Read the Recycling Extravaganza flyer for details on accepted items and more. |
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DuPage River Sweep 2013 | |
Join the fun of the DuPage River Sweep while enjoying the outdoors on the morning of Saturday, May 18th. Make a difference in the quality of water and in the appearance of waterways in your community! Volunteers are needed Saturday, May 18th, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon to help remove trash and debris and to restore areas near streams of the DuPage River and its tributaries. Since 1991 over 8,800 volunteers have participated in this annual clean-up and have removed nearly 220 tons of trash ¬ but each year there's always more to clean! Everyone is welcome! Please call The Conservation Foundation at (630) 428-4500 x22 or visit the Conservation Foundation website to register and for more information. |
Darien Dash 10K - 5K - 1 Mile Fun Run | |
The Darien Dash will be on Sunday, May 19th at 8:30 a.m. at Community Park. New for 2013, the Dash is CARA Green Certified and there will be Virtual Racebags. The Dash includes a 10K, 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Registration is now open. Please visit www.dariendash.com to register and for more information. |
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