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Darien Citizen of the Year Search |
It's that time of year again when we begin our search for a very special man or woman who has given of themselves to make Darien a "Nice Place to Live"! The Citizen of the Year Committee is accepting nominations for the 2014 Citizen of the Year. If you know of a person who goes "above and beyond the call of duty" ... is always there when someone needs a hand ... and who has contributed to make Darien a special place, please write a letter to the committee or fill out one of our official nomination forms that can be found at any time during the year at City Hall or at the Indian Prairie Library. Nominations may be also be submitted on our website.
A nominee must be a resident of Darien and cannot currently be an elected official. The deadline for nominations is January 7th. |
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Holiday Light Recycling |
Don't know what to do with the old strands of Christmas lights that are tangled and broken? Don't throw them in the garbage - recycle them! The City of Darien has again partnered with Elgin Recycling to offer our residents free recycling of holiday lights! Last year Darien residents recycled 1873 pounds of Holiday Lights. Not only did this keep them from ending up in the landfill, the city made a profit of $280.95.
All light colors and strand lengths will be accepted. Items include mini-lights (Italian lights), C7 lights, C9 lights, rope lights, LED lights, and extension cords. (Please - no CFLs). Now through February 7th you may bring your lights to the Darien Police Department lobby at 1710 Plainfield Road Monday thru Friday from 7am to 7pm, and Saturday & Sunday from 7am to 3pm. For more information please call 630-353-8115 or visit www.elginrecycling.com |
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Free Fall Leaf Pickup thru November 29 |
The City of Darien Free Fall Leaf Pickup 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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Energy Bill Assistance |
If you or any one you know is having trouble paying their energy bill, assistance may be available. Please call 877-411-WARM (9276), or visit www.liheapillinois.com |
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Senior Citizen License Plate Discount |
State of Illinois Circuit Breaker - Senior Citizen Discount
The official name of the Circuit Breaker Program is the Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons Property Tax Relief and Pharmaceutical Assistance Act. Under the Act, the state refunds to eligible senior citizens and persons with disabilities some of the money they paid in property taxes, mobile home taxes or nursing home charges. The Act also helps pay for certain prescription medicines. Part of the Act states that the Secretary of State's office provides a discount for license plates purchase or renewal.
For more information on this discount please visit the Secreatry of State website or call the Secretary of State's Office at 800-252-8980. |
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City Administrator | (630) 353-8114 | |
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Monday, November 18
Monday, December 2
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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!
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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Nixle Text Alert 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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Armed Robberies in Surrounding Towns |
A series of armed robberies have been reported in the surrounding communities since October 31st. The offender has been targeting gas stations in Woodridge, Willowbrook, Elmhurst, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights and possibly a few others. No incidents have been reported in Darien. The time frames are between 7:00pm and 12:30am.
The offender is described as a male, black, approximately 6'02-6'05 in height, thin build, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt (Adidas logo on left chest area) with hoodie "cinched' around face, and dark pants. A black handgun is displayed. In the more recent robberies, a black Adidas duffle bag was also carried. No one has been hurt in the robberies. The offender flees on foot. A vehicle is believed to be parked nearby, possibly a smaller 2-door, grey or silver in color.
The Darien Police have distributed community alert flyers to local businesses. we remind our residents and business employees to be aware of their surroundings. The police caution citizens to not attempt to apprehend the offender if seen. The offender is considered armed and dangerous. Dial 911 for police response.
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Nixle Emergency Text Alerts |
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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Drivers Urged to be Aware of Deer |
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County urges drivers to slow down and stay alert to avoid deer-vehicle collisions this fall. Accidents can occur at any time, but autumn - when deer are breeding, or "in rut" - is the most dangerous as they become more active and cross roads and highways more frequently. They're common along woods, fields, fencerows and waterways, but drivers can encounter them almost anywhere. Drivers are encouraged to be extremely cautious at dawn and dusk when deer are most active and visibility is poor and slow down when approaching deer. Deer often travel in groups, so if you see one, expect that there are more. For more information click here. |
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OTHER GOVERNMENT NEWS AND EVENTS |
Recycle Used, Liquid Cooking Oil into Bio-Fuel this Thanksgiving! |
If you fire up the turkey fryer for Thanksgiving, here's one solution of what to do with the used liquid cooking oil. On Saturday, November 30th from 9am to Noon bring the liquid in its original container, milk jug or bucket to any of these listed locations. Collected oil will be turned into clean burning biofuels!
*One in twenty households will fry their Thanksgivng turkey using five gallons of cooking oil. Pouring used grease down the drain causes clogs and breaks in the sewer system and just one gallon of cooking oil can contaminate one million gallons of water! |
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Center Cass School District #66 Community Forum |
As part of thier strategic planning process, Center Cass School District #66 is hosting an Open Community Forum for all to attend. The forum will be on Thursday, December 5, from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Elizabeth Ide School - 2000 Manning Road. |
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School District #61 Board Meeting |
School Distric #61 Board of Education meeting will be held on:
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. Visit the Chamber website for all the Shop Local Shop Darien Preferred Offers! |
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Darien Park Distict "A Dickens of a Holiday Craft Show" |
Darien Park District will be hosting the 5th Annual "Dickens of a Holiday Craft Show" on Saturday, November 16, from 9:00am to 3:00pm at the Community Center, 7301 Fairview. There will be over 70 sellers. This is the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind handcrafted holiday gifts. For more information please call 630-968-6400. |
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