Village of Fox River Grove

08/26/2026

My Daily Travel Phase II is underway

Starting this month, selected households will receive an invitation by U.S. Mail from CMAP asking you to share information about how, when, where, and why members of your household travel.

By taking part, you’ll help CMAP understand how local roads, highways, public transit, bike lanes, and sidewalks are used today, and how they can be improved to make travel better in the future.

Only a limited number of households have been invited to participate in the survey, so participation from all that received an invite ensures that households like yours are represented in regional transportation plans.

CMAP is excited to kick off the My Daily Travel regional travel survey! As travel behaviors change and technologies evolve over the next few years, transportation planners will use the results of this survey to guide future investments and prioritize improvements for a more efficient system.

If you receive an invitation to participate in the survey, please visit MyDailyTravelSurvey.com to learn more and complete the survey.

Keep an eye on your mailbox now through spring of 2025 if you haven’t received an invitation already! Participants who complete the survey will receive a gift card for their time.

07/10/2026

Fox River Grove Fireworks Tomorrow - July 11th.

We're looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow, July 11th at Picnic Grove Park for the Village's annual fireworks celebration. The park opens at 6:00.

Reminders:

-No entry after 9 PM
-No carry-in food or drink
-No pets
-Please be aware of private property & don't litter

For bus routes and additional information, please visit foxrivergrove.org/specialevents

07/08/2026

Looking forward to celebrating the holiday and supporting our local vendors on July 11 for fireworks night! Join us for a fun, family-friendly night out!

07/06/2026

Beat the summer heat and come spend some time with your local firefighters!

Join the Fox River Grove Fire Department at McDonald's for "Frozen with a Firefighter". We'll be handing out FREE small frozen drinks while supplies last, courtesy of our local McDonald's!

📅 Saturday, July 18, 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 McDonald's
840 Northwest Highway
Fox River Grove, IL 60021

This is a great opportunity to:
🚒 Meet your local firefighters
👨‍🚒 Ask questions about the fire department
👧 Bring the kids to see a fire engine up close
🥤 Cool off with a free frozen drink

We look forward to seeing everyone there for a fun afternoon of community, conversation, and a frozen treat!

06/18/2026

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06/12/2026

Village of Fox River Grove Earns National Financial Reporting Recognition for Sixth Consecutive Year

The Village of Fox River Grove has once again been recognized for excellence in governmental financial reporting, receiving the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025.

This marks the sixth consecutive year that the Village has received the prestigious award, which is widely regarded as the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting.

The Certificate of Achievement recognizes governmental entities that produce annual financial reports that go beyond basic reporting requirements by providing clear, comprehensive, and transparent financial information. Reports submitted for consideration undergo a rigorous review by an independent panel to ensure they meet the high standards established by the GFOA program.

Village President Marc McLaughlin said the award reflects the Village's long-standing commitment to responsible financial management and accountability to residents.

"Receiving this recognition for a sixth consecutive year is an outstanding accomplishment and speaks to the professionalism and dedication of our staff," said President McLaughlin. "Financial transparency is essential to maintaining public trust. This award demonstrates our commitment to providing residents with clear, accurate, and meaningful information about how public resources are managed."

Achieving the Certificate of Achievement requires significant effort and attention to detail. The award recognizes not only the quality of the Village's financial reporting, but also its ongoing commitment to accountability, sound budgeting, long-term financial planning, operational efficiency, and fiscal stewardship.

Over the past decade, the Village's focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement has produced measurable results. These efforts have helped transform Fox River Grove into a debt free community, improve police pension funding from 19 percent to approximately 63 percent funded, and facilitate more than $23 million in community and infrastructure investments over the last decade. Continued recognition from the GFOA reflects the Village's commitment to maintaining strong financial practices while delivering value to residents and taxpayers.

The Government Finance Officers Association represents public finance professionals throughout the United States and Canada and administers the Certificate of Achievement program to encourage and recognize excellence in governmental financial reporting.

To view the certificate, as well as the Fiscal Year End 2025 Audit, please visit www.foxrivergrove.org.

06/09/2026

Reminder - the next Meet with Mayor Marc will be held this evening (Tuesday, June 9th), between 6:30 and 8:00 PM at Village Hall. The Mayor will be available to discuss any topic you may wish relating to the Village. Fox River Grove residents or business owners can attend this informal meeting at any time during the event. Please bring your questions, comments, concerns, or just stop by to say hello. If you can’t make it this event, try to make it to a future event, as they will be scheduled throughout the upcoming year.