Village of Barrington

Village of Barrington The official account for the Village of Barrington, Illinois. Learn more at barrington-il.gov.

Holiday Reminders šŸ“ŒAll Barrington administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of the Labor D...
09/05/2026

Holiday Reminders šŸ“Œ

All Barrington administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 8, resuming normal business hours. Emergency services will not be affected.

Due to the holiday, Groot pickup will be moved to Saturday, Sept. 12.

Have a safe Labor Day weekend! For more information on Village services, please visit barrington-il.gov.

BOCADO Tapas Opening in Downtown Barrington This Fall šŸ½ļøThe Village is excited to share the news that celebrity chef, re...
09/04/2026

BOCADO Tapas Opening in Downtown Barrington This Fall šŸ½ļø

The Village is excited to share the news that celebrity chef, restaurateur and Barrington-area resident Fabio Viviani is opening his latest restaurant concept, BACADO Tapas, in downtown Barrington this fall!

Located at 133 Park Ave., BOCADO will center on shareable plates, bold yet approachable flavors and a thoughtfully crafted beverage program, all within a warm, energetic atmosphere designed for everything from weeknight dinners to cocktails and late-night gatherings.

Looking ahead, BOCADO is only the first phase of Vivianiā€™s plans for Barrington. Phase two will introduce a second concept, Retoro, located downstairs in the same building.

Retoro will feature an intimate, chef-led Japanese dining experience centered on the tradition of omakase, a dining style in which guests entrust the chef with selecting and presenting the eveningā€™s dishes.

For more information, visit BocadoTapas.com or RetoroOmakase.com and follow along on Instagram at .Tapas and .

Weā€™re pleased to welcome these new restaurants to downtown Barrington and look forward to seeing them add even more energy, flavor and excitement to our community!

The Village will continue to share updates on these and other developments on our social media channels and website at barrington-il.gov/development-updates.

Yesterday, Village Trustee Lauren Klauer, Village staff, the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) and community me...
09/04/2026

Yesterday, Village Trustee Lauren Klauer, Village staff, the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) and community members celebrated the grand opening of Schoolhouse 1873 Gallery & Gifts with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the chamber.

Located at 323 W. Main St. and built in 1873, this one-room schoolhouse served generations of Barrington before falling quiet. Its restoration honors the original timber, tall windows, and the clapboard that has weathered 150 winters.

Today it welcomes people back through art, gatherings, and beautifully curated goods, offering a place to return to again and again.

For more information about the gallery, classes and the boutique, visit Schoolhouse 1873ā€™s website at schoolhouse1873.com.

Wow! The Bakerā€™s Lake Overlook sign has a fresh new look, thanks to Bakers Bread Co. for reaching out to the Village to ...
09/03/2026

Wow! The Bakerā€™s Lake Overlook sign has a fresh new look, thanks to Bakers Bread Co. for reaching out to the Village to inquire about it! āœØ

After assessing the sign, our Public Works team jumped into action. Buildings and Grounds Foreman Steve Krantz and Maintenance Worker Brad Poteracki used their expertise to restore the sign and give it a much-needed refresh.

Bakers Lake Bread Co. captured the entire process from start to finish with great action photos and shared some incredibly kind words about the refurbishment:

ā€œBarrington is special because of the people who make it that way. Thank you, Steve & Brad, from Barrington Public Works, for your friendship and partnership to repair the Bakers Lake Overlook sign! ā¤ļøšŸ„ā€

Thank you, Bakers Lake Bread Co., for caring so much about our community. When residents, businesses and Village staff work together, good things happen.

Weā€™re grateful for the people who help make Barrington such a special place!

Photo Credit: Bakers Lake Bread Co. on Instagram:

Traffic Alert: Water Main Repairs Begin Tonight on North Hough Street āš ļø Please be advised that utility crews will begin...
09/02/2026

Traffic Alert: Water Main Repairs Begin Tonight on North Hough Street āš ļø

Please be advised that utility crews will begin repairs tonight on a water main break in the 600 block of North Hough Street, between Route 14 and Waverly Road. Work is scheduled to begin at 10:30 p.m.

A new traffic pattern will be implemented within the work zone while repairs are underway. Traffic will remain open in both directions, but motorists should expect changes in traffic flow and use caution when traveling through the area.

Work is expected to continue through Friday, Sept. 4, as crews complete restoration of the area.

Water Wednesday: Dump & Drain Standing Water šŸ’§After a good rain, itā€™s easy to overlook the little pools of water that co...
09/02/2026

Water Wednesday: Dump & Drain Standing Water šŸ’§

After a good rain, itā€™s easy to overlook the little pools of water that collect around your home. But even a small amount of standing water can become a breeding spot for mosquitoes.

Lake County has reported its first 2026 human case of West Nile virus, so now is a good time to take a few minutes to check your property.

Take a walk around your yard and:

ā€¢ Dump out water from buckets, flowerpots, toys, birdbaths and other containers.
ā€¢ Drain any standing water you find.
ā€¢ Check regularly after each rain.

Thank you for doing your part to protect your family, neighbors and community. Every little bit helps us fight the bite! šŸ¦Ÿ

Now Hiring: Winter Seasonal Support Staff ā„ļø It may only be Sept. 1, but winter is just around the corner! The Village o...
09/01/2026

Now Hiring: Winter Seasonal Support Staff ā„ļø

It may only be Sept. 1, but winter is just around the corner! The Village of Barrington Public Works Department is looking for motivated, dependable individuals to join our award-winning team this winter. Weā€™re hiring for:

ā€¢ Seasonal Maintenance Workers (Temporary): A great hands-on opportunity to support essential services that keep the Village running smoothly.

ā€¢ On-Call Seasonal Support Staff (Temporary): Weather-dependent scheduling to assist with a variety of snow and ice control activities.

Competitive pay is available for both CDL and non-CDL applicants.

Help keep Barrington safe and running smoothly this winter while gaining valuable experience in the field!

For more information and to apply, visit barrington-il.gov/jobs.

New Illinois Law Establishes Rules for E-Mobility Usage šŸš²āš”This week, the State of Illinois passed new legislation establ...
08/29/2026

New Illinois Law Establishes Rules for E-Mobility Usage šŸš²āš”

This week, the State of Illinois passed new legislation establishing statewide safety standards for electric scooters, skateboards, electric and gas-powered bikes, and motor-driven cycles. The new law classifies electric scooters and skateboards as ā€œe-micromobility devices.ā€ It also creates a separate category for motor-driven cycles, which includes electric bikes, gas bikes and e-scooters capable of speeds greater than 28 mph.

For motor-driven cycles, operators will need a special driverā€™s license, and the vehicles must be titled, insured and properly equipped to operate on public streets. These requirements do not apply to other e-mobility devices.

Please take a moment to review the helpful graphic to familiarize yourself with the new requirements and restrictions for the different types of electric and gas-powered devices. Illinoisā€™ new law takes full statewide effect on Jan. 1, 2027. For additional information, visit the Illinois Secretary of State's website at ilsos.gov/departments/drivers/traffic-safety/micromobility-in-illinois.html

The Village of Barrington also encourages residents to report reckless or unsafe use of e-mobility devices by calling 911. This allows the Barrington Police Department to respond promptly and address the situation.

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