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From the City of Darien & Darien Park District |
On behalf of the City of Darien and Darien Park District we hope you enjoy Community Park for the summer of 2013. This is a great time of the year to enjoy the park and we are happy to see you there. This time of year many families come to the park to enjoy all of the fun activities and special events. As in the past, it is also that time of the year when a few visit the park and disrupt the enjoyment of the park participants. Last year we started a program initiative called Enjoy the Park. In an extra effort to ensure your enjoyment of the park you will see an increased presence of police officers during open park hours. If you observe anyone disrupting park activities please dial 911.
If you have any question please feel free to contact either of us.
Ernest Brown, Darien Police Chief
Phone:630-353-8351 - ebrown@darienil.gov
Stephanie Gurgone, Darien park District Executive Director
Phone:630-968-6400 x120 - sgurgone@darienparks.com
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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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On January 1st, the City of Chicago and the DuPage Water Commission increased the amount the City of Darien is charged for water we receive from Lake Michigan by 15%. This is the second year of four annual increases by the City of Chicago through 2015. Because of the current and future increases, the water rate beginning with the May 1, 2013 billing period will increase from $5.90 per thousand gallons to $6.40 per thousand gallons for residents and from $7.08 per thousand gallons to $7.68 per thousand gallons for unincorporated customers. Individuals can learn more about conserving drinking water at www.preservingeverydrop.org. If you would like more information please call Scott Coren at 630-353-8104. |
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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 |
Submit an article for Direct Connect
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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 May 12 and May 20.
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Beller Ct |
Beller to Limit | |
Brandon Rd |
Carlow to Middleton | |
Carlow Dr |
Tara Hill to Brandon | |
Carriage Greens Dr |
Frontage to old oak heather | |
Coachmans Rd |
Carrage Green to Dead End | |
Creekside Ln |
Kearney to Dead End | |
Dorchester Ln |
79th to Somerset | |
Dunmore Dr |
Killkenny to dead end | |
Gleneyre Rd |
Heather to Coachman | |
Grant St |
Greenbriar to Sleepy Hollow | |
Grant St (CDS) |
Grant st to Limit | |
Greenbriar Ln |
Bailey to Grant | |
Heather Ln |
Carrage Green to Gleneyre | |
Highcrest Dr |
Beller to Hillside | |
Iroquois St |
Cass to Adams | |
Kerry Ln |
Tara Hill to Andrus | |
Kilkenny Dr |
Brandon to Dunmore | |
Mayfair Ln |
79th to Somerset | |
Middleton Rd |
Kerry to Dunmore | |
Somerset Ln |
Dorchester to Mayfair | |
Sweetwater Ct |
Hinswood to Limit | |
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.
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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 |
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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Darien Dash Volunteers Needed |
The Darien Dash Committee is in need of volunteers with muscle on Saturday, May 18 from 8 a.m. to 1p.m. and Sunday, May 19 from 7a.m.to 11a.m. For more details please contact Clare Bongiovanni at 630-968-0004. |
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Electronic & Used Book Recycling Event | |
Christ the Servant Church at 8700 Havens, will host an Electronic and Book Recycling Event in the church parking lot on Saturday, May 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Computers, printers, fax machines, rechargeable batteries, TVs, VCRs , DVDs, copy machines, hard drives, extension cords, computer cords, cell phones - almost anything with a cord will be accepted. Books will also be collected.
Unacceptable items include white goods, hazardous, radioactive or bio-hazardous waste, light blubs or thermostats. |
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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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Girl Scout Troop 1391 Garage Sale | |
Girl Scout Troop 1391 will be hosting a 16 family garage sale on Sunday, May 19 from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. in the parking lot of Lace Elementary School, 7414 Cass Avenue
The proceeds will help fund their service projects and field trips in the coming year. The troop would like to find ways to help fight childhood hunger; support women's rights issues around the world; provide clothing and shoes to the underprivileged; and shelter homeless cats. The girls plan, set up and run the sale. |
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. |
Electronics Recycling Event Hosted by Gift of Carl Foundation | |
An Electronics Recycling Event will be held on Saturday, June 1 at Lace School - 7414 Cass. Items will be accepted form 9:00 a.m. to Noon. For a complete list of items accepted please visit the Gift of Carl Foundation. Recycling services provided by Elgin Recycling. |
Cass 63 Foundation for Educational Excellence 2013 Golf Outing | |
The Cass 63 Foundation for Educational Excellence 2013 Golf Outing, Dinner & Auction will be held on Friday, June 7 at Village Greens of Woodridge. Grand Raffle tickets are on sale now. 1st prize is $1000.00, 2nd prize is $500.00. Tickets can be purchased at the Cass 63 District Office, 8502 Bailey Road, from 8:30 - 4:00 daily. For more information visit here. |
Darien Lions Club Accepting Applications for the July 4th Parade! | |
The Darien Lions Club is now accepting applications to march in the 42nd annual July 4th Parade. Forms are available at their website. |
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