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Discussion to Prohibit Marijuana Dispensaries and Cultivation Centers in West Chicago at City Council Meeting on November 4, 2019
Update: October 22, 2019 There will be a discussion on the prohibition of marijuana dispensaries and cultivation centers in West Chicago at the City Council meeting of November 4, 2019. An Ordinance to accomplish this will be on the agenda for action, should the City Council wish to do so. If the City Council adopts […]
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Impaired Driving is Scary: West Chicago is Cracking Down on Drunk and Drugged Driving
The West Chicago Police Department is urging motorists to commit to sober driving this Halloween when children and their families will be walking through neighborhoods after dark in search of candy and spooky fun. If you will be out scaring up a good time, remember to plan for a sober ride home. “Even one drink […]
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Volunteers Needed for Senior Leaf-raking Service Day
Senior Leaf-raking Service Day Saturday, November 2, 2019 Many hands make for light (and quick) work. Our community’s seniors and those unable to clean up their yards are very grateful for the support this program, sponsored by the West Chicago Police Department, brings them. Can you help this year? Scout groups, service clubs, corporate and […]
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At Home with Merle Burleigh – October 16, 2019
With Phase III of the West Washington Street Reconstruction Project underway, Wood Street is closed between Washington Street and Church Street; only east bound traffic is allowed on Washington Street between Wood Street and Arbor Avenue for approximately 30 days. Washington Street is open at the railroad crossing for east bound traffic only. No parking […]
Read MoreWest Chicago Creates a Web Application to Assist with Zoning Look-up
The City of West Chicago has rolled out a new interactive web application to help residents and developers gain more insight on property located within the City. The tool is yet another way in which the City is becoming more proactive in attracting quality investment and development opportunities, and providing a value-added benefit to the […]
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Halloween Festivities, Safety Tips & Official Trick or Treat Hours
Fall is here. Be sure to bring your trick-or-treaters to the City’s Downtown Trick-or-Treat on Saturday, October 26, 2016 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Stop in at the City Museum for some sweet treats. The community is also invited to take part in the Halloween Parade and Costume Contest starting with registration at 11:00 a.m. […]
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City Museum Announces New Ornament Available November 1
Starting on November 1, 2019, fans of West Chicago may pickup the 2019 West Chicago Historic Landmark Ornament, featuring the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union Fountain at the City Museum, 132 Main Street in downtown West Chicago. The ornament depicts the iconic fountain in its original location, at the intersection of Main and Washington Street. The […]
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Food Festival Features More than Great Food
After a successful inaugural event, West Chicago is proud to welcome the Food Festival back to Downtown West Chicago on Saturday, October 12, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Food will be available for purchase from a variety of vendors. FREE activities include: live performances by Guitarra Azul, Five Guys Named Moe, and Wild […]
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At Home with Merle Burleigh – October 9, 2019
The Second Annual West Chicago Food Fest is from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 12, 2019, in the historic downtown area. There are 12 food vendors, seven trucks and four in tents. Participants are Bricks on Wheels, Chesa’s Gluten Free Food Truck, From Scratch Catering, LLC, Jorge’s Paleteria, Big Wang’s Food Truck, Gnarly […]
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Don’t Trash Pumpkins, Compost Them – November 2, 2019
November 2, 2019First United Methodist Church643 E. Washington Street on Saturday 9:00 a.m. – noon Pumpkin collection is an annual effort by communities in Illinois to divert pumpkins from landfills by providing locations for residents to drop-off pumpkins to be composted. The West Chicago Environmental Commission and the Green Disciples of the First Untied Methodist Church […]
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Fall/Winter Service Reminders – Including Leaf Collection
The City of West Chicago would like to remind residents of the following Fall/Winter services: Fall Hydrant Flushing – September 30 – October 30, 2019 Fall Leaf Collection – October 28 – November 30, 2019 * Please note: Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, Groot will be behind one day the final week of leaf collection, […]
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Cultural Arts Commission to Host Silent Auction for Select Butterflies in The Butterfly Effect Public Art Project
The Butterfly Effect, a public art project of the West Chicago Cultural Arts Commission, West Chicago Garden Club, People Made Visible and the America in Bloom Committee, added color and whimsy to public gardens throughout the City through the installation of 36 local artist-designed butterflies. The display of butterflies which officially landed in May of […]
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