Sunday, December 23, 2012
Bring those old, broken or unwanted holiday lights to Crystal Lake City Hall for recycling through March 1.
Are you hoarding holiday lights? You know, the strings where half the lights work? Strands with lights that flicker on and off when you shake them, or twist them just the right way? Perhaps it's time to part ways with those old, unwanted, or unused decorations. And the city of Crystal Lake and village of Cary can help. Crystal Lake City Hall From now through March 1, the city of Crystal Lake has partnered with Elgin Recycling to accept holiday lights for recycling, according to the city of Crystal Lake. The recycling program accepts all holiday string lighting: mini lights (or Italian lights), C7 lights, C9 lights, rope lights, LED lights, extension cords, etc. All colors and lengths will be accepted. However, garland, live greens, …
Saturday, December 1, 2012
Plenty of free family activities, entertainment and the highlight of the day - the parade - pack Merry Cary Parade with holiday fun on Sunday, Dec. 2, in downtown Cary.
Catch the holiday spirit by attending the annual "Merry Cary Parade" on Sunday, Dec. 2, on West Main Street in Cary. The weather is promising to be warm and inviting- perfect for all the free family outdoor activities and entertainment. Here is everything you need to know: What: The Merry Cary Parade When: Sunday, Dec. 2 Time: Parade starts at 1 p.m. (Parade lineup for participants starts at noon on Wulff Street). Parade Route: Starts at Briargate School and ends on Main Street by Cary Travel Express. Other Festive and Fun Happenings: Noon to 3:30 p.m. Giant Petting Zoo, located at Jandus Road near Galati's Restaurant, 7 Jandus Rd., Cary. Pony Rides, located in BMO Harris Bank parking lot, 122 W. Main St., Cary. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. (…
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Measure to hire outside firm passes 4-3 with Mayor Tom Kierna casting deciding vote.
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Cary’s Board of Trustees this week hired its auditor of the past 13 years – Warrenville-based Lauterbach & Amen – for a new job, to manage the village’s books for the next nine months or longer ... if it works out. Although Christopher Clark, Cary’s new village administrator, told trustees that he expects a “seamless” transition, three trustees on the board are not so sure. The Village of Cary has a $15 million budget. Trustees Karen Lukasik, Jeffery Kraus and Robert Bragg voted against the measure. “I want a clear definition of who they answer to,” Lukasik said. “I’m concerned we will lose control.” Lukasik added that she didn’t have time to study documents provided to her at Tuesday night’s board meeting. She suggested that the board be …
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
A faulty track will be worked on between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Union Pacific Railroad will perform an emergency railroad repair on Three Oaks Road from 8 a.m. to 4.m. on Wednesday, May 16. The at-grade crossing of Three Oaks Road (west of Route 14) will be CLOSED during this time. Chris Clark, village adminstrator, said there is a faulty track that needs to be addressed immeditely. Clark said the village has been in contact with District 155, Distrct 26 and surrounding businesses about the temporary change. The Cary Police Department and Public Works will be on-site to assist and direct traffic. Union Pacific will be repairing two (2) at-grade rails on Three Oaks Road that have experienced damaged splits. This road closure gives Union Pacific the opportunity to replace the rails in the safest and …
Downtown dwellers can park for free from 4 p.m. to 12 midnight Monday through Friday.
Downtown parking will be more plentiful, after the Cary Village Board approved free parking in Metra lots from 4 p.m. to midnight Monday through Friday. Parking downtown can be a hassel due to a small amount of spaces avaialble, which sparked a downtown business roundtable discussion a month ago. From the meeting, it was agreed that Metra commuter lot parking lot offers a signficant number of open parking spaces after the daily commute. With the new hours in place, it's still against village code to park a vehicle without payment between the hours of 12:01 a.m. and 3:59 p.m. Monday through Friday. Weekend parking in the Metra lots will remain free.
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Job opportunity available for the right candidate.
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
Cary is seeking a part-time inspector (approximately 20 hours per week, $15-$20/hour). Under general supervision, the individual inspects residential and commercial properties, responds to complaints, works with property owners regarding compliance with village Code and conducts appropriate enforcement activities as directed. The qualified individual must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Illinois driver's license, the ability to understand municipal codes and excellent customer service/writing skills. The position is open until filled. To apply, candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to Human Resources, Village of Cary, 655 Village Hall Drive, Cary, IL 60013. The Village of Cary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. …
Congratulations to the Andriolas and Gracelys.
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
The "Lawn of the Month" Program has been instituted to identify residents who are helping to make Cary a more beautiful community through their outstanding landscaping efforts. Each month, now through September, two lawns will be selected for the "Lawn of the Month" honor, one on the north side of Route 14 and one on the south side of Route 14. Residents who would like to nominate their own lawn or a lawn of their neighbors can do so by calling Village Hall at (847) 639-0003. Information provided by Village of Cary
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Audit finds billing and metering oversights.
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Saturday, May 5, 2012
Cary has completed a review and audit of high-use commercial water accounts and has determined that five accounts need billing and metering corrections during the month of May. Since 2010, the Village has taken steps to improve and modernize the oversight and management of utility billing and metering operations for the Village-owned water and sewer systems. The Village provides services for approximately 6,270 commercial and residential accounts. Bills for service are mailed to each customer six times per year. Village staff completed an analysis of two hundred (200) high-use commercial accounts in the first quarter of 2011. The review indicated that a number of commercial accounts had meter reads that were not consistent with records in…
Get your brush ready for pick-up.
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Saturday, May 5, 2012
The village's Curbside Brush Collection Program will begin for residents who live on the north side of Route 14, on Monday, May 7. The program is designed to dispose of branches and limbs that are too large to fit into regular Groot Disposal yard waste bags. Residents can place branches and limbs, between 2 to 8 inches in diameter, by their curb for collection by Village Public Works crews. Piles of brush too large for the free pickup program will require a special collection. The village provides residents with estimates on the cost of special collections prior to the brush being picked up. The curbside brush collection program utilizes the following monthly schedule: The entire brush collection process can take between 4-5 days to …
There are more than 1,000 hydrants in Cary.
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Saturday, May 5, 2012
The village’s annual hydrant flushing program is expected to take approximately two weeks to finish, weather permitting. Hydrants located south of Route 14 will be flushed first. Flushing the hydrants will take place from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Before the flushing program begins, informational signs will be posted throughout the area where the program is being implemented. During the process of flushing, water that comes out of your tap may appear rust-colored. Residents are encouraged to take precautions when doing laundry and let the water run for several minutes until it becomes clear. For more information on the Village’s hydrant flushing program, contact the Department of Public Works at (847) 639-0003. Source: Village of Cary
philip wilkey
9:53 am on Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Could they possibly dig up anymore roads at the same time ? The majority will sit with nothing going on until Summers over.I wish I had shares in Orange traffic cones and barrels. more ›