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Village of Glen Ellyn News
Village of Glen Ellyn E-Newsletter
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Volume 14: Issue 1
Village News and Information
Apex 400 Update
The Apex 400 Development project continues to move forward with the installation of brick façade around the building and interior work for apartment buildouts.
In order to complete underground utility work as well as sidewalk and drive access improvements on the Main Street side of the building, the walkway from the Main Street parking garage to the sidewalk on Main Street will be temporarily closed beginning January 2. Main Street itself will remain open to vehicular traffic. The work will only take a few weeks, depending on weather. It is anticipated the pedestrian access to Main Street will reopen no later than Tuesday, February 15.
To assist customers during the closure, signage will be on-site notifying parking patrons of this temporary closure. The garage will remain accessible for both vehicles and pedestrians via Glenwood Avenue only during the closure.
Holiday Greens Collection
The holiday greens curbside collection will occur on the first three collection days in January (January 3, 10 and 17) as part of the regular refuse collection. No stickers are required. This service is included in your monthly refuse bill.
In order for trees to be recycled properly, please:
Do not leave trees in plastic bags and remove all garlands, lights, tinsel and ornaments.
Holiday Light Recycling
Glen Ellyn Park District is once again partnering with Elgin Recycling to provide a solution for used/broken lights and extension cords. More info here.
Drop-off Locations
Available through January 31, 2022
- Spring Avenue Recreation Center - 185 Spring Avenue (outside the lower-level entrance)
- Main Street Recreation Center - 501 Hill Avenue (outside the North entrance)
- Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center - 800 St. Charles Road (outside the main entrance)
Accepted Light Types: Mini (or Italian) Lights, C7 Lights, C9 Lights, Rope Lights, LED Lights and Extension Cords.
Winterize Your Home and Be Prepared for Winter Storms
Temperatures are expected to plummet over the coming week. Ensure that your home is properly protected to keep your home safe and energy efficient.
- Install and maintain carbon monoxide detectors
- Be alert for snow loading and ice damming on roofs
- Keep doors and window seals right with caulking and weather stripping.
For more info from the NOAA click here
Curbside Composting Winter Collection Schedule
The Curbside Composting Winter Collection Schedule transitions to bi-weekly December through March. Remaining dates include: January 17 and 31; February 14 & 28 and March 14 & 28.
January Blood & Food Drive
Help the community by donating at the upcoming Food & Blood Drive at Ackerman SFC.
Date/Time: Thursday, January 20, 9am - 3pm
Location: Ackerman SFC, 800 St. Charles Road
Glen Ellyn Community Award Voting
For 58 years, Glen Ellyn has been honoring the best of the best. Recognize civil servants, businesses, non-profits and residents who go above and beyond. The Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce is calling for the community to vote for their favorites here. The deadline for voting is February 6th.
Enjoy Polar Plaza this Winter Season!
The Glen Ellyn Polar Plaza, pop-up skating rink, is open seven days a week from noon to 9 p.m. through Monday, February 21, 2022. The 60 foot by 40 foot synthetic ice skating rink is located in the Glenwood/Crescent Parking Lot. Polar Plaza is free to residents and visitors to the area. Skaters should bring their own ice skates as rentals will not be available on site. Hot Toddies are now available for $12 courtesy of Common Good Cocktail House Thursdays - Saturdays, 5-9 pm.
FREE curling lanes at Polar Plaza are open Thursdays 4-9 p.m., Fridays 4-9 p.m., Saturdays 12-9 p.m. & Sundays 12-7 p.m. No skates required and equipment will be available to borrow on-site. More information at the Glen Ellyn Park district website. Polar Plaza is sponsored by the Village of Glen Ellyn, the Glen Ellyn Park District, and the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce.
COVID-19 News and Updates
The DuPage County Health Department Has Updated Information Regarding CDC COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Guidance:
Based on what is currently known about Omicron and what the science demonstrates regarding SARS-CoV-2 transmission, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated isolation and quarantine recommendations for the public. This change is motivated by science demonstrating the majority of SARS-CoV-2 transmission occurs early in the course of illness, generally in the 1-2 days prior to onset of symptoms and the 2-3 days after. Therefore, CDC now recommends that people who test positive should isolate for 5 days and, if asymptomatic at that time, they may leave isolation if they can continue to mask for 5 days to minimize the risk of infecting others. For additional information, please read CDC’s Updates and Shortens Recommended Isolation and Quarantine Period for General Population. DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) supports CDC’s recommendations for shortened isolation and quarantine guidelines and is awaiting further clarification from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) on implementation of this updated guidance in specific settings. DCHD guidance will be aligned with CDC and IDPH guidance as updates are provided.
For all persons without symptoms who are exposed to COVID-19, testing is strongly recommended 5
CDC’s new isolation and quarantine recommendations for the public are outlined below:
The DuPage County Health Department offers pediatric COVID-19 vaccinations for children ages 5-11. Booster shots are also available for those 16+. Click here to register and you will be notified via email for an appointment.
DCHD also encourages anyone interested in COVID-19 vaccinations and booster shots visit www.vaccines.gov.
Upcoming Meetings and Events
Village Board and Commission Meetings
For a full listing of upcoming and prior Board and Commission meetings, please visit the Agendas & Minutes page
on the Village's website.
January
6 - Community Relations Commission, 7 p.m. - CANCELLED
10 - Village Board Meeting, 7 p.m.
10 - Village Board Workshop Executive Session, 5:30 p.m.
11 - Special Environmental Commission Meeting, 7 p.m.
11 - Fire & Police Commission Meeting, 3:30 p.m.
11 - Capital Improvements Commission, 7 p.m.
11 - Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m.
13 - Plan Commission Meeting, 7 p.m.
13 - Special Community Relations Commission Meeting, 7 p.m.
14 - Finance Commission Meeting, 7 a.m.
18 - Environmental Commission Meeting, 7 p.m. - CANCELLED
Upcoming Glen Ellyn Events
January
8 - Coffee with the Cops, 8-10 a.m., Glen Ellyn Police Station Community Room, 65 S. Park Boulevard
10, 17 - Holiday Greens Collection
8 - Glen Ellyn Historical Society presents - The History of the Hershey Chocolate Company, 2 p.m. - $5 Admission at the door, 800 N. Main Street. Call 630-469-1867 for more details
12 - Glenbard Parent Series presents - Dr. Gholdy Muhammad, Cultivating Genius and Joy: To Ensure All Children Thrive, 7 p.m. Virtual event, for access visit: glenbardgps.org
14 - 23, Glen Ellyn Restaurants' Chili Cook-off. More info here.
15 - Glen Ellyn Historical Society presents - The History of the Chicago Auto Show from 1901-2021, 2 p.m. - $5 Admission at the door, 800 N Main Street. Call 630-469-1867 for more details
17, 31 - Curbside Composting January Collection Dates. More information here
19 - Glenbard Parent Series presents - Amy Morin - 13 Things Mentally Strong Kids Do, 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. Virtual event, for access visit: glenbardgps.org
20 - Blood & Food Drive at Ackerman SFC, 800 St. Charles Road
Through January 31, 2021, Holiday Light Recycling, the Glen Ellyn Park District has three collection sites for used/broken lights and extension cords. More information here.
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