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Storm Damage - Presidential Damage Declaration |
DuPage County was included in a Presidential Disaster Declaration for the storm damage that occurred on April 18, 2013, enabling residents to apply for individual assistance. The federal disaster declaration makes assistance available to flood victims, including grants to individuals and households to help with temporary housing, home repairs or replacement and other disaster related expenses, as well as low-interest SBA loans to residents and businesses. Residents can apply for federal disaster assistance by visiting www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362. |
Meet and Greet Mayor Weaver! |
You are invited to Meet & Greet Mayor Kathleen Weaver the third Monday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Darien City Hall, 1702 Plainfield Road. Find out the latest City updates! Share your thoughts and suggestions! Get involved! Meet other residents! |
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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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 May 16 and May 20.
Gleneyre Rd
| Heather to Coachman | Heather Ln
| Carriage Green to Gleneyre
| Coachmans Rd
| Carriage Green to Dead End
| Greenbriar Ln
| Bailey to Grant
| Iroquois St
| Cass to Adams
| Grant St
| Greenbriar to Sleepy Hollow | Grant St (CDS)
| Grant St to Limit
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For a complete list of roads to be repaved this year click here or contact us at 630-353-8105.
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City Administrator | (630) 353-8114 | |
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City Council Meeting Schedule
Monday, May 20th at 7:30 p.m.
Monday, June 3rd 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!
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Our user name is DarienCableChannel. You may still access meetings from the links on our website. |
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View Darien Police Department Weekly Press Release
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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. |
Water Supply Loss Prevention |
Many residents may have received a mailing from private companies about the water or sanitary service line from the street to the home. 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 |
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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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 take place on Sunday, May 19th. Below is a list of the street closings, which will occur from 7:30-10 AM.
The 10K race will begin at the northwest corner of Darien Community Park and will proceed along the following route: 71st Street to Richmond Avenue; south on Richmond Avenue and following Cherokee Drive to Darien Lane; north on Darien Lane and following Timber Lane to Seminole Drive; north on Seminole Drive to 71st Street, west on 71st Street to Beechnut Lane to Hinsbrook Avenue; east on Hinsbrook Avenue to Wilmette Avenue; north on Wilmette Avenue to 69th Street; east on 69th Street to Bentley Avenue; south on Bentley Avenue to 72nd Street; west on 72nd Street to Richmond Avenue, south on Richmond Avenue to Seminole Drive, north on Seminole to Wilmette Ave, north on Wilmette to 67th Street, east on 67th to Alabama Ave., south on Alabama to Chestnut Lane, west on Chestnut to path connecting to Bentley Avenue, south on Bentley to 71st Street, east on 71st to finish line at northwest corner of Darien Community Park.
The 5K race will begin at the northwest corner of Darien Community Park and will proceed along the following route: 71st Street to Richmond Avenue; south on Richmond Avenue and following Cherokee Drive to Darien Lane; north on Darien Lane and following Timber Lane to Seminole Drive; north on Seminole Drive to 71st Street, west on 71st Street to Beechnut Lane to Hinsbrook Avenue; east on Hinsbrook Avenue to Wilmette Avenue; north on Wilmette Avenue to 69th Street; east on 69th Street to Bentley Avenue; south on Bentley Avenue to 71st Street; east on 71st Street to the northwest corner of Darien Community Park.
The 1-mile run/walk will proceed along the following route: 71st Street to Richmond; north on Richmond to Maple; east on Maple to Bentley; south on Bentley to 71st Street; east on 71st Street to northwest corner of Darien Community Park. |
Electronic 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 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 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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Friends of IPPL Book Sale
Sat., May 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sun., May 19 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
On Sunday, buy a bag of books for just $2.
Indian Prairie Public Library
401 Plainfield Road, Darien. |
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