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Happy Fathers Day! |
The City of Darien would like to wish all Fathers a Happy Fathers Day! |
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GO BLACKHAWKS GO! |
Good Luck Chicago Blackhawks in the "Quest for the Cup"! |
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Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe Open! |
Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe at 8025 Cass Avenue is now open! The City of Darien was happy to work with Chuck's to bring them to Darien. Based on an economic incentive agreement between Chucks and the City, Chucks was able to secure financing for the project. The redeveloped property now is something for the community to be proud of. We wish them much success! |
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The 2013 Town Hall Meeting |
All Darien residents and businesses are invited to attend the 2013 Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, September 26 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Carriage Greens Country Club, 8700 Carriage Green Way. The keynote speaker will be Mayor Kathleen Weaver. Come Meet & Greet your local taxing bodies. The Town Hall Meeting is sponsored by the Darien Committee for Intergovernmental Coordination. Click here for more information. |
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Darien Police Department Crime Tip Hotline |
HELP KEEP YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SAFE
Crime prevention is best achieved through a partnership between the public and police. Professional law enforcement officers must work hand-in-hand with the public to fight crime and maintain Darien as a safe community. The police rely on your assistance in reporting crime related information. The following Police tip line is provided for your use and convenience:
Police Crime Tip Hotline 630-353-8150
The crime tip hotline should be used to provide information on crimes that have already occurred or to give crime information anonymously. For all crimes that are in-progress or where you would like to talk to the police, DIAL 911. The tip line is not a replacement for 911. While it is not a requirement for you to leave your name, we may need additional information. Confidentiality will be maintained with all calls. Darien Police Chief Ernest Brown looks forward to working with the community in keeping it "A Nice Place to Live". |
2013 Brush Pickup Schedule |
2013 remaining brush pickup dates are:
June 24 through 28
August 26 through 30
October 21 through 25
The City of Darien is pleased to be able to offer FREE BRUSH PICKUP for all residents within city boundaries. To help keep the streets clean and our crews on schedule, please stack the brush neatly by the curb on the Sunday before the pickup week. The chipper can accept brush up to 6" in diameter. Please do not tie the brush or put it in garbage cans. All other yard waste such as grass clippings and flowers should be disposed of through our yard waste program with Veolia Environmental Services.
All brush needs to be out by no later than the Sunday night prior to the designated pick up week. The chipping crew will make only one pass and may complete your street as soon as Monday morning.
Residents who are unable to put their brush out prior to the scheduled week can take it to the Municipal Services Facility, located at 1041 S. Frontage Road, and place at the designated location, labeled as "Brush". Brush will be accepted Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. No landscape companies are allowed to dump at the facility.
If you have any questions regarding brush pick up, please contact Municipal Services at 630-353-8105. |
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City Administrator | (630) 353-8114 | |
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City Council Meetings
Monday, June 17
7:30 p.m.
Monday , July 1
Cancelled |
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 Darien Police Department Weekly Press Release You may view the Darien Police Department weekly press release by clicking here |
View Chief Brown's Monthly Press Release You may view the Police Chief's monthly press release by clicking here |
Submit an article for Direct Connect
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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 December, 2013. 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 |
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 B. 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 week of June 10.
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Center Cir |
Florance to Dead End | |
Dorchester Ln |
79th to Somerset | |
Eleanor Place |
69th to Holly | |
Florence Ave |
Manning to Limit | |
Gordon Ct |
Florance to Dead End | |
Grant St |
Greenbriar to Sleepy Hollow | |
Grant St (CDS) |
Grant St to Limit | |
Greenbriar Ln |
Bailey to Grant | |
Howdy Ln |
Wirth to Gold Grove | |
Iroquois St |
Cass to Adams | |
Mayfair Ln |
79th to Somerset | |
McAdam Rd |
Wilcox to Holly | |
Redondo Court |
Redondo Dr to Redondo Dr | |
Richard Rd |
72nd to Gigi | |
Somerset Ln |
Dorchester to Mayfair | |
Sweetwater Ct |
Hinswood to Limit | |
Wilcox Avenue |
71st to Mcadams |
For a complete list of roads to be repaved this year click here or contact us at 630-353-8105
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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
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COUNTY - STATE - FEDERAL NEWS AND EVENTS |
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Childrens Safety Expo |
On Saturday, June 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to noon, at Lakeview Jr. High School (701 Plainfield Road in Downers Grove) you are invited to attend a Children's Safety Expo. Demonstrations include a police K-9 Unit, Midwest Judo & Jujitsu Club, Spotlight Dance Studio, Traveling World of Reptiles Show, drawings for giveaways, Touch-A-Truck, and info and activities on bicycle safety, daycare, transportation, saving for the future, and more. Brought to you by Senator Radogno and Representatives Durkin and Sandack. For more information call Senator Radogno's office at (630) 243-0800. |
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Darien Park District Concert in the Park | |
The Darien Park District will hold a children's concert in the park featuring "Macaroni Soup", on Wednesday, June 19th at 6:30 p.m. Location is the Darien Community Park, 7100 Clarendon Hills Road. The Historical Society will be selling Ice Cream. For more information please call 630-968-6400. |
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Darien Historical Society "Ice Cream Social" |
COME ONE, COME ALL!" to the ICE CREAM SOCIAL sponsored by the Darien Historical Society on Wednesday, June 19 at 6:00 p.m., Darien Community Park. (Rain location is Darien Park District Facility, 75th & Fairview.) Savor Culver's Yummy Vanilla or Chocolate Frozen Custard plus Free Lemonade, and Cookies donated by State Bank of Countryside (will be available while supplies last!) At 6:30 pm, the Darien Park District will present its childrens concert. Bring a chair or blanket. Fun for active kids, grandkids and watchers of all ages! |
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Common Core State Standards Parent & Community Information Sessions | |
Please join us for our Parent & Community Information Sessions related to the new Common Core State Standards! The same presentation will be given on three different dates this summer.
The sessions will be held at Lakeview Jr. High School on Tuesday, June 18; Wednesday, July 17; and Thursday, August 1, from 7:00-8:00 p.m.
This past school year, teachers and staff spent a significant amount of time participating in professional development and curriculum writing activities related to the new Common Core State Standards. These standards will drive instruction for our students K-12. We believe an important next step is to help our parents and community members to have a deeper understanding of the Common Core Standards.
The agenda for each of these informational sessions will include:
- Why the Common Core?
- Research and Data
- Design and Process
- Key Shifts for English/Language Arts
- Key Shifts for Mathematics
- Course Sequence and alignment
- PARCC Assessment Timeline
- Parent Resources Q & A
It's our goal to make sure our Center Cass parents and community members are well informed about what's going on in our schools. We hope to see you at one of our summer sessions. |
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Darien Lions Club Seeks Bike Riders for July 4th Parade |
The Darien Lions are looking for a few good bikes- and some kids to ride them- for the organization's 42nd annual Independence Day parade- which steps off at 9:30AM Thursday, July 4, from Hinsdale South High School, 7401 South Clarendon Hills Road.
Youngsters are invited to express what they like about their community and the good old USA by decorating their bikes and entering them in the Parade. Parade Chairman Mark Lewis stressed that kids will have free rein. " There are no rules. We just want to encourage kids to get involved and have some fun in the Parade," he said. Trophies will be awarded by the Lions Club for the best-decorated boys' and girls' bicycles.
Children and their decorated bikes should be at the parade lineup at 8:30 a.m. at the Hinsdale South High School parking lot. The parade will proceed north on Clarendon Hills Road, west on Plainfield, then west on 75th Street to Eisenhower Junior High, at 1410 75th Street.
Customarily over 80 floats, marching bands and community organizations participate in the Parade. After the parade the Darien Historical Society will serve ice cream and lemonade outside the Old Lace School, 75th Street and Cass Avenue.
Community leaders, politicians, local businesses, area school bands and groups, churches and civic organizations all are invited to participate. Interested parties can find pertinent details on the Lions Club website |
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DarienFest 2013 "BATTLE OF THE BANDS" |
DarienFest 2013 Battle of the Bands Live on the Main Stage on September 7 at 12:30 p.m. Ages 12 - 28, three to eight members. Entry description should include Band Bio, photo, email address, and phone number. Two songs no more than 8 minutes. Get more information and register online at the Chamber website - Deadline is July 31. |
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DarienFest 2013 "IDOL LIVE" |
DarienFest 2013 "IDOL LIVE" will be on September 8 at 1:00 p.m. on the Main Stage. Two age groups, 12 to 15, and 16 to 19. Email an mp3 to info@darienchamber.com or drop off a CD and entry at 1702 Plainfield Road. Entry should include: Bio, photo, email address & phone number. Get more information online at the Chamber website - Deadline is July 31. |
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