Bob Barnett

Police are investigating a shooting incident which occurred last night in the 6600 block of Main St.. More at tinyurl.com/y5qpz3fc

Traffic Alert: 55th Street is closed in both directions between Fairmount and Blodgett due to police activity. Please avoid the area.

The State of Illinois is on track to move into Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois Plan on Friday May 29th. Here is a link to the new Phase 3 guidelines issued by Governor Pritzker’s Office: www2.illinois.gov/dceo/pages…

Traffic alert: The following roads are closed due to flooding: Fairview Ave in both directions between Maple and Prairie 55th St in both directions between Florence and Lyman Highland Ave at Barneswood

The Vlg has been working with Republic Services to ensure the continued provision of all services during the COVID-19 crisis. There will be no changes to garbage or yard waste at this time. Yard waste pickup will begin as scheduled on April 1, 2020. bit.ly/1muV82y

PLEASE SUPPORT STAY AT HOME ORDER In support of the Governor's Stay-at-Home Order, playgrounds throughout the Vlg are in the process of being cordoned off with caution tape and additional signage is being added to the areas and facilities that are closed. bit.ly/2U4gPfr

Here is a link to some helpful information from the Governor’s Office on what the Stay at Home Order means for you and your family. bit.ly/2U4gPfr

Taking preventative steps to slow the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a top priority for the Village. Please remember that every action we take as individuals during this time affects the entire community. Here is the latest information: tinyurl.com/wdsq3cc

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin has announced criminal charges related to the recent vehicular hijackings in Downers Grove. tinyurl.com/upk9h6b

The crossing gates are back up and normal traffic can resume.

Traffic Alert: Crossing gates are down and malfunctioning at all railroad crossings in Downers Grove. Please avoid the area. The Belmont underpass can be used as an alternative.

With the help of a special guest, our video team shows you how the Belmont Pollinator Garden has developed in the last year from a vacant open area into a habitat for pollinators.

FOREST AVENUE GRADE CLOSURE BNSF has notified the Village that the Forest Ave crossing will be closed from Thurs, February 7 thru Sat, February 9, for emergency repairs to the middle tracks at this crossing. A detour route will be put in place and maintained by the BNSF.

RE: GARBAGE Republic Services is suspending garbage and recycling collection thru Thurs. Areas normally served Wed-Fri will receive garbage ONLY pick-up beginning on Friday. Plz have items out by 6am Fri. RECYCLING WILL NOT BE COLLECTED FOR THE REST OF THIS WEEK.

Dangerously cold air will persist through the day and into the night with wind chills of -45 to -60 degrees. Frostbite can occur on exposed skin very quickly at these temperatures so remember to limit your time if you must be outdoors. MORE: bit.ly/2WgpdbK

Republic Services has advised the Village that due to the extreme cold temperatures, garbage collection will be delayed by one day, starting Wednesday (1/30), for the remainder of this week.

The Village has begun 24-hour snow operations in advance of the severe weather forecasted for our area. Heavy snowfall is expected overnight into early morning, Allow extra time for your morning commute and please drive carefully. tinyurl.com/y9wpnsmm

Here's a look at Ogden Avenue then and WOW!