Village of Burlington, Illinois

01/09/2023

🚓Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
We are very grateful for all the heroes who protect, serve, and enforce the laws of our land. You are very appreciated. Thank you for all you do. 😊❤️🤍💙

01/07/2023

For our residents who were affected by the Boil Order, all samples have passed.
Boil Order has been lifted. Thank you.

01/06/2023

🎒 Announcing our new monthly After School Club for 7-11 year olds! This month the Friends of the Fox River will give a special presentation on Illinois' fascinating geologic history and how it impacts our natural resources today. Register Here: https://ellajohnsonlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=5214&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2023/01/01

01/06/2023

01/05/2023

Just a reminder, garbage pick up will be a day later due to the New Years holiday.

01/04/2023

Please be aware. This is happening in many neighboring communities. Make sure to lock your vehicles and homes. As always, if something seems suspicious or if you have any concerns, please call 911.

***Community Alert***
**vehicle theft and burglaries**

We’re working a crew that appears to be out of the Rockford area that has been burglarizing unlocked vehicles in the central Kane area. We’ll catch up to them, but in the meantime, help us by locking your car doors and making sure your garage is closed at night.

- Sheriff Ron Hain and Undersheriff Amy Johnson

01/04/2023

We will be hiring for our upcoming season!
Applicants must be 15+ in age. We will have full & part-time positions available. Weeknights & weekends are required for part time positions. (Adults welcomed!) Looking for individuals who are eager to work, able to problem solve, adapt quickly after training period & have good math skills. Must be reliable, work well with customers/co-workers and work as a team member. Job duties run from customer service to heavy cleaning/maintenance. We cross train all individuals. If you would like an application/more info please message us. Serious applicants only.

01/04/2023

We are very pleased to announce that every child who submitted an entry for the Coloring Contest will receive a prize this year! All winners have been notified. Thank you to everyone who participated.
Check out their adorable artwork! Great job kids! ❤️💛💜

01/04/2023

Please help and support this wonderful upcoming fundraiser for Payton Cowan.

Tickets are available at the Village Hall in Burlington for purchase. Details are below to help for this event as well.

https://fb.me/e/2sShwyGct

Bowling fundraiser for the medical expenses of Payton Cowan, my young cousin. Two games of bowling and shoe rental for $15, money raised will go to the family of Payton to help pay her medical expenses for past and upcoming surgeries. Also check out karaoke, raffles, food, a silent auction, and more! Tickets are available, just message me or leave a comment on this event page!
Ways you can support:
We are selling tickets $15 per person.
We are selling lane sponsorships, you or your business can sponsor a lane for $100, and have a sign displayed at the end of the lane showing you as a proud sponsor of this event!
Donate directly to the GoFundMe page:
https://gofund.me/319c2f2e
We are looking for small items for our raffles, and larger items for our silent auction. Donations appreciated!
Several amazing people are helping out with this event and food, if you would like to as well, let us know!

01/02/2023

📚 Work with us at Ella Johnson Library! We're hiring a part-time Library Services Clerk. Check out our Career Opportunities page for more information: https://ellajohnsonlibrary.org/about-us/career-opportunities/

01/01/2023

Wishing everyone a very Happy, Healthy, and Blessed New Year!

12/28/2022

We hope everyone had a nice holiday. Make sure you are not a victim of crime with a few tips as you close out 2022.

12/28/2022

🎲 Dicember Drop In Game Week is Dec 27-30! Come play board games at the library. No registration required. More Info Here: https://ellajohnsonlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=5117&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2022/12/01

12/25/2022

Wishing everyone peace, joy, and unconditional love on Christmas and always.

12/24/2022

Photos from Kane County Sheriff's Office's post

12/23/2022

Timeline photos

The conditions have not changed much out here in the entire County. Use caution, as we have many vehicles in accidents, sliding off roads and spinning out.

12/22/2022

As of this afternoon Groot is not anticipating and interruptions with tomorrow garbage pick up.

12/22/2022

We hope you and your family and friends have wonderful, safe and healthy holiday! Happy Holidays from the Village of Burlington!

12/22/2022

Stay home and stay safe! If you must travel during the storm, be prepared. Let your loved ones know your route and do not leave your vehicle.

12/22/2022

Tips incase of an accident or your vehicle breaks down. While we realize people want to be with family this time of year, we urge everyone to only travel the next few days unless absolutely necessary.

12/22/2022

Timeline photos

11 AM CST - Light snow is falling across much of northern Illinois, with a heavier band approaching the I-39 corridor. This band will continue to track east through the afternoon, bringing accumulating snowfall and reduced visibilities. Temperatures are also plummeting into the single digits, with wind chills falling below zero.

12/21/2022

We are expecting a major snowstorm beginning Thursday. As you know, Friday is garbage day. With predicted wind gusts of up to 50 miles an hour and blizzard conditions, please keep your garbage cans out of the roadway and secured if possible. Our Public Works department will be doing its best to keep the roads clear. Thank you for your cooperation and stay safe!

12/21/2022

Bitterly cold temperatures are predicted for the upcoming holiday weekend. Know how to avoid, spot, and treat frostbite and hypothermia.

12/21/2022

It’s cold outside, but warm inside Mott’s Lounge.
🍔 SERVING LUNCH 11-2, 🍺 Bill is bartending! Grab a Famous Mott’s Burger and Fresh Cut Fries or other favorites from our Menu. 🍕 🌭 🍷 🍸

🍗 Come back for DINNER 5-8 and get some of our WINNER WINNER DELICIOUS GENUINE BROASTER CHICKEN DINNER while supplies last!

12/21/2022

ComEd Prepares for Winter Storm and Plummeting Temperatures Across Northern Illinois
Customers encouraged to stay safe and report outages by texting OUT to 26633 (COMED)

CHICAGO (Dec. 20, 2022) – With severe weather forecasted across northern Illinois starting Thursday, ComEd is getting equipment and additional crews in place to respond to potential power outages. Forecasts project 6 inches to 12 inches of snow and high winds across northern Illinois from Thursday night through Friday.

"We are positioning our people and equipment to respond quickly and safely to any interruptions that result from this snowstorm," said Terry Donnelly, president and COO of ComEd. "We realize that any interruption is an inconvenience to our customers, especially during the holidays. Avoiding power outages and restoring service quickly is critical. We have strengthened our system over the years to reduce the impacts a storm like this can have on our customers."

Since it started smart grid investments in 2012, ComEd has improved overall reliability across northern Illinois communities and avoided more than 19 million customer interruptions. In recent benchmarking against similar utilities across the country, ComEd was found to be the most reliable electric company.

When responding to power outages caused by storms, ComEd's priority is to restore critical facilities such as police and fire stations, nursing homes and hospitals first, followed by work that will restore power to the greatest number of customers.

Public safety is paramount, and ComEd encourages customers to take the following precautions:

If a downed power line is spotted, immediately call ComEd at 1-800-EDISON1 (1-800-334-7661). Spanish-speaking customers should call 1-800-95-LUCES (1-800-955-8237).
Never approach a downed power line. Always assume a power line is extremely dangerous and energized.
In the event of an outage, do not approach ComEd crews working to restore power to ask about restoration times. Crews may be working on live electrical equipment, and the perimeter of the work zone may be hazardous. Additionally, for the safety of themselves and the public, crews are practicing social distancing.
ComEd urges customers to contact the company immediately if they experience a power outage. Customers can text OUT to 26633 (COMED) to report an outage and receive restoration information and can follow the company on Twitter or on Facebook at Facebook.com/ComEd. Customers can also call 1-800 EDISON1 (1-800-334-7661), or report outages via the website at ComEd.com/report. Spanish-speaking customers should call 1-800-95-LUCES (1-800-955-8237).

ComEd's mobile app for iPhone and Android® smart phones gives customers the ability to report power outages and manage their accounts; download the app at ComEd.com/app.

ComEd's interactive outage map on its website at ComEd.com/map allows customers to easily find information on the location and size of outages and get estimated power restoration times.

Cold Weather Tips

During the cold-weather season, ComEd customers can manage energy use and save money on their electric bills with a few easy steps:

When the sun is shining, open shades on south-facing windows and take advantage of natural light for warmth. Close the shades during the night to help insulate your home.
Set your thermostat to as low a temperature as possible to maintain personal comfort. The smaller the difference between the indoor and outdoor temperatures, the lower your overall heating bill will be. Overnight, you can also save by turning your thermostat down a few degrees while sleeping.
Clear area around heating and cooling vents. Furniture, carpets, and other objects can block vents and prevent heated air from circulating in your home.

12/21/2022

The results are in from the Burlington Business Council

12/20/2022

Please stay safe.

[1:20 PM Tuesday December 20th] - A significant winter storm is going to impact the region later this week. This graphic shows an updated timeline of expected impacts through the weekend.

12/19/2022

*Meeting at Burlington Methodist Church*

*Reposted*

Hi friends, As some of you know, Jim Stout is home now and in Hospice care. He really wanted a party before he left us but time is running out for that. Dee Scaffidi Stout, Mick Stout and I are trying to put together a 'parade' of sorts for Jim. Anyone in the area please contact any of us for a setup place. The plan is for Monday at 6:00. Jim can watch from a window and see friends one last time. Put music on loud, have a sign, wave, lights...anything would be so appreciated. If you never met Jim, you have definitely missed meeting a wonderful man. Thank you so much!

12/19/2022

**3PM: Winter Storm Watches are being issued for our incoming Blizzard**

- I expect the entire area and surrounding areas to eventually get under a watch before the day is over with and most of the area to be upgraded to a blizzard/winter storm warning by Wednesday night. Blizzard conditions are expected to begin Thursday afternoon/evening and continue through at least Friday night if not Saturday morning. Wind gusts up to 55 mph will cause whiteout conditions and power outages. Significant blowing and drifting snow will lead to impossible travel on Friday with limited travel on Thursday and Saturday. Do not plan to travel on Friday across the area!! Snowfall accumulations greater than 4 inches is likely, greater than a foot possible especially for the southern half of Chicagoland and northern Indiana due to lake enhancement.

12/17/2022

Burlington Residents:

To observe Christmas and New Year's, please be advised Groot garbage pick-up will be the following dates:

This week will be on Friday 12/23/22
Christmas week Saturday 12/31/22
New Years week Saturday 1/7/23/22

Thank you and Happy Holidays!

12/15/2022

🎲 Dicember Drop In Game Week is Dec 27-30! Come play board games at the library. No registration required. More Info Here: https://ellajohnsonlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=5117&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2022/12/01

12/14/2022

🎉Happy December Birthdays!
🍰If your birthday is in December,
Stop by the Library to pick up a birthday prize!

12/14/2022

Our dynamic duo in the kitchen, Kelly and Debbie, and support staff, want to remind you that Christmas pie orders are due by this Saturday! Stop in, call or go online to place your order. Merry happy Ho Ho Ho!

12/13/2022

Groot Refuse Holidays:
There are six major holidays observed by Groot. During the week of the below holidays, if the holiday falls on a weekday (on or before the regular Friday collection day), the collection day for that week will be moved to Saturday:

New Year's Day
Memorial Day
Fourth of July
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day

12/11/2022

Photos from Salsa Grill's post

12/10/2022

Timeline photos

We are excited to post the parade route for this year!

Line up starts at 4 pm at Hampshire Middle School; the parade kicks off at dusk! All are welcome to participate! Decorate your car and join us.

Jinglefest and Holiday on State will be happening downtown; come check out the fun on State before and after the parade!

12/10/2022

12/10/2022

Timeline photos

Don't forget to get tickets to our 4th Annual Sleigh Bells Ring Extravaganza at Central High School. Performances are this Saturday (12/10). Scan the QR Code for ticket info, performance schedule and more! Can't wait to see you tomorrow!

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12/10/2022

We offer everything from Gingerbread to Christmas cookies! Visit our website to place your order! Don’t miss out - get your orders early!
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12/08/2022

Photos from Village of Burlington, Illinois's post