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2013 Brush Pickup |
The next & last brush pickup for the 2013 will be:
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 can also take take their brush to the Municipal Services Facility, located at 1041 S. Frontage Road, and place at the designated location, labeled as "Brush". Brush will be accepted seven days a week from 5:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. Landscape companies hired to help with your brush may also take the brush to Municipal Services.
If you are unable to locate a landscape contractor to help with your brush, please call Ashley in Municipal Services at 630-353-8105 for a list of companies that have done work in Darien. |
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Free Fall Leaf Pickup Begins October 7 |
The City of Darien Free Fall Leaf Pickup begins Monday, October 7, and runs thru November 29, on your normal garbage day. Leaves should be placed in brown kraft yard waste bags or in plastic garbage cans. If garbage cans are used they must have a permanent "YARD WASTE ONLY" label attached to the front of the can so the driver can identify it as leaf pickup. These labels are available free of charge at city hall. Residents are not permitted to rake leaves into the street. Raking leaves into the street can cause serious local flooding for you and your neighbors.
For more information please call 630-852-5000. |
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Help Keep Leaves out of Storm Sewers |
The City of Darien ask for residents help in keeping street flooding down. City crews go out and clean catch basins and storm drains in the streets, but they fill up quickly again at this time of year with the falling leaves, which can cause road flooding during storms. Residents can help keep flooding down by clearing out leaves and debris blocking the storm sewers in front of their homes. |
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Nixle Text Alerts Program |
The Nixle text alert system provides for the City to send out urgent and emergency alerts via text messages. This a FREE service. To sign up for Nixle, visit our website and click on the nixle icon or visit the nixle website here. |
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City Administrator | (630) 353-8114 | |
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Monday, October 7
Monday, October 21
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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!
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View Chief Brown's Monthly Press Release You may view the Police Chief's monthly press release by clicking here |
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Skunk Control Information |
Occasional skunk sightings in a neighborhood need not be cause for alarm. Preventative measures such as covering garbage cans and not leaving pet food out will help discourage their presence. Also, covering openings under patios, porches, and crawl spaces will prevent occupancy. Always make sure no animal is denning there first.
If a skunk wanders into your garage, don't panic. Just open the garage door before dusk, and wait until the skunk exits for nightly foraging. Sprinkle a wide band of white flour across the threshold, so you can see evidence of exiting footprints. For obvious reasons, keep all domestic animals away from the area. Once the visitor has left, close the door and make sure it stays closed.
Although people's initial reaction may be to get rid of skunks, trapping will not solve the problem, because skunks from the surrounding area will quickly replace those removed. As long as an inviting habitat (brush or rock piles, elevated sheds, and openings under porches or house foundations) exists, skunks will use it. Trapping merely creates turnover in the population; in springtime, this can result in orphaned, starving skunks wandering around neighborhoods.
For more information visit on skunk control please visit here |
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Auxiliary Police Officer Applications |
The Darien Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Auxiliary Police Officer. The Auxiliary Police Officer position is a civilian, unpaid, volunteer position.
Qualifications to be an Auxiliary Police Officer - Must be 21 years old, high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, in good physical condition, have good character and cannot have any felony convictions.
Duties of the Auxiliary Officer include, but are not limited to; patrolling the City, assisting with traffic control, handling vehicle lockouts, animal complaints, and parking enforcement. Some weekends, nights, and special event duties are required.
Testing of candidates will include a background check, drug screen and a psychological exam. Uniforms and equipment will be supplied by the City.
Contact Sgt. David Stock #306, at 630-353-8306 or dstock@darienil.gov if you have any questions.
Applications can be picked up at the Police Department, or downloaded from the City of Darien Website.
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OTHER GOVERNMENT NEWS AND EVENTS |
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Darien Woodridge Fire District Open House | |
Darien Woodridge Fire District will host their annual Open House on Saturday, October 5, from 10 to 1pm at 7550 Lyman Avenue (across from Walmart). Emergency Vehicles will be on display, and kids can try on firefighter clothing. Planned demonstrations will include simulated building fire, auto extraction, fire extinguisher demo, and above ground vertical rescue.
Light refreshments will be available & All are invited! |
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Indian Prairie Library Recycling/Shredding Event |
On Saturday, October 26 from 9 a.m. to noon, the parking lot at the Indian Prairie Public Library will be set up to accept recycling and shredding (four box limit). In partnership with S.C.A.R.C.E., the Lions Club, DuPage County, and the VFW, local residents can drop off the following materials to be recycled:
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Altoid Mint Boxes |
Hearing aids | |
American Flags |
Ink cartridges | |
Bicycles |
Keys | |
Buttons |
Musical instruments | |
Cardboard |
Neck ties | |
Carpeting (300 SF limit, must be dry, padding OK) |
Rulers | |
Cell phones |
Sewing machines (working) | |
Electronics such as computers, keyboards, VCRs, cables |
Shower chairs | |
Extension cords |
Toys | |
Eyeglasses |
Typewriters (working) | Walkers / Wheel Chairs
| Yarn
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School District #61 Board Meetings |
School Distric #61 Board of Education meetings will be held on:
October 22, November 12th & December 10
at 7:00 p.m., Lace School - 7414 Cass Ave, |
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Darien Chamber "Shop Local Shop Darien" |
The Darien Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce their Shop Local Shop Darien Campaign. We encourage residents to support Darien Chamber businesses that display the Shop Local Shop Darien decal posted in their window. Shop Darien Shop Local Preferred Cards are now on sale for $5 at the Darien Chamber of Commerce office in City Hall or at local Darien Chamber member businesses. Click here for all the Shop Local Shop Darien Preferred Offers! |
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Darien Youth Club Registration Now Open! |
The Darien Youth Club Fall / Winter registration is now open for the following:
Boys Basketball (3rd - 12th grades)
Girls Basketball (3rd - 4th grades)
Co-ed Volleyball (4th - 8th grades)
Co-ed Indoor Soccer (K - 8th grades)
There are no tryouts, all participate! For more information and to register visit our website, or call the DYC Hotline at 630-205-0202. |
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Darien Woman's Club Fall Childrens Clothing Resale |
The Darien Woman's Club Fall Children's Clothing Resale will be on Saturday, October 5, 9:00am to 2:00pm at Prairieview School, 699 Plainfield Road in Downers Grove. Fall/winter clothing (infant to size 16), outerwear, boots, skates, shoes, baby equipment, costumes, maternity. Some items half-price after 11AM. Children allowed on the selling floor AFTER 11AM. Accepting credit or cash. |
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Darien Woman's Club "New Socks Collection" |
The Darien Woman's Club is collecting NEW Socks for Women & Children, benefiting Family Shelter Services. You may drop off your donation of socks, any size, any style, at the Darien City Hall Lobby, 1702 Plainfield Road. The lobby is open Monday - Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Thank You for sharing comfort and warmth, welcoming these women & children into new beginnings! |
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Lord of Life Church Garage Sale |
Lord of Life Chucrch at 725 75th Street will be hosting a multi-family garage sale on Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There will be clothing, toys, household items, sports equipment, books and much more. |
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Darien Lions Club "Candy Day" |
The Darien Lions Club will be fundraising on "Candy Day", Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12. The Darien Lions Club remains committed to serving our community through such programs as:
Darien Lions July 4th Parade, Darien Lions Halloween Party, Darien Lions Food Basket Program, Darien Lions Special Needs Program, Support of the Hearing Impaired Program at Hinsdale South High School, Diabetes Awareness Programs in the Darien Community, Mobile Hearing Exams Screenings, Free Eye Exams for Local Darien Residents and Many other State and Local Programs
On October 11th and 12th they ask for your monetary support in their efforts to continue their service in Darien. If you would like to volunteer, call Lion Art Kardatzke at 312-287-9534 |
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St. John Lutheran Church ELC Ice Cream Social |
The St. John Lutheran Early Learning Center (ELC) located at 7214 South Cass Avenue will host its Annual Ice Cream Social on Thursday, October 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. The cost is $10 per family regardless of size. Admission includes ice cream with toppings and access to a fun-filled game room. There will be drawings for raffle prizes with a variety of ticket prices. Items to be won range from themed gift baskets to retail gift cards for shopping, dining, or entertainment venues to an American Girl Doll.
Come enjoy an evening of fellowship while supporting the ELC as they raise funds to purchase new equipment for the classrooms.
If you would like information about other events at St. John Lutheran Early Learning Center, visit their website or Facebook, email them at info@sjlcdarien.org, or call 630-324-6582. |
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St. John Lutheran Church ELC Fall Craft & Vendor Sale |
All are invited to the St. John Early Learning Center (ELC) Fall Craft & Vendor Fair on Saturday, October 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 7214 South Cass Avenue in Darien, IL.
Each year this extensive showcase of hand-made and retail items provides the perfect opportunity for patrons to get started on their holiday gift list. Shoppers will find Mary Kay, Tupperware, and Tastefully Simple products along with one-of-a-kind jewelry, seasonal items, and American Girl Doll clothes.
Admission is free. There will also be a Bake Sale and Raffle. This event, sponsored by the ELC Parent-Teacher Group, raises funds to purchase new equipment and supplies.
If you are a crafter or vendor and would like to reserve a table, call 630-324-6582 or email elc@sjlcdarien.org.
If you would like information about other events and programs at St. John Lutheran Early Learning Center, visit their website, email them at info@sjlcdarien.org , or call 630-969-7987. |
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Darien Chamber Holiday Extravaganza Crafters & Businesses needed |
The Darien Camber of Commerce and Home Run Inn Pizza will sponsor the 2013 Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, December 7 from 11am to 3pm at Home Run Inn Pizza, 7521 Lemont Road. Crafters and Businesses are needed. Vendor tables are $35.00 each for members, and $65.00 each for bon-members. Limited space is available. For details please contact Joan Wayman at 630-747-5250 or email joan@joanwayman.com |
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Christ the Servant Electronic Recycling & Coat Drive Event |
Christ the Servant Church at 8700 Havens Drive in Woodridge is hosting an electronic recycling & coat drive on Saturday, November 9, from 9am to Noon. Bring your old electronics such as computers, printers, televisions, etc.. No white goods or hazardous waste will be accepted. Gently used coats will also be collected for the St.Vincent DePaul Society. |
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