Friday, March 27, 2026

Easter Egg Hunt 2026

Non-Highway Vehicle Permit: Final Reminder

Make sure to get out and renew your Non-Highway Vehicle Registration. Golf carts and other qualified non-highway vehicles may be driven on streets within the Village’s corporate boundaries where speed limit posting is 35mph or less with the exception of Johnsburg Road and Ringwood Road. They are also NOT permitted on any County Roads or State Roads. Signs have been posted on streets where golf carts are allowed, mapping is developed and will continue to be updated as additional designated routes and paths are approved. License plates and yearly registration are required for all non-highway vehicles at a fee of $75.00 (vanity) or $60.00 (automatic numerical issue) shall be assessed for all new registrations, late fee(s) apply after March 31 ^st and September 30 ^th. Once the vehicle is plated, the renewal and/or transfer fee of $25.00 will be charged for the same vehicle each year thereafter, click here for further information.

Annual Business Registration

Please be advised that Chapter 7 of the Johnsburg Municipal Code requires all businesses operating within the Village; including those operating from a residence in conformance with Section 7.5 of the Johnsburg zoning ordinance , to register annually with the Village Clerk no later than April 30, 2026. To remain in compliance, a completed Business Registration Form and the annual registration fee of $25.00 must be submitted by the deadline. The registration fee is waived for not-for-profit organizations; however, supporting documentation must be provided with the application.

Submit using the online Business Registration Form Click here to begin . A payment link will be provided after submission and sent via email.

CLICK TO REGISTER YOUR BUSINESS

Alternatives to Landscape Waste Accumulation

There are other alternatives to burning your landscape materials. For more information, click here. The Health Department encourages more environmentally sound alternatives to burning of landscape waste and recommends composting, mulching and native landscaping as possible alternatives to reduce/reuse landscape waste, click here for further information. The Village's residential refuse and recycling service begins April 1 and includes the removal of up to 8 bags or cans of landscape waste per week. For more information visit LRS - Johnsburg.

Open Burning of Landscape Waste

Landscape waste can only be burned during the months of April, May, October and November provided that setbacks and other requirements can be met. Recreational fires, ceremonial fires are exempt but may not be larger than 3’x3’x3’ and cannot contain leaves, grass or shrubbery clippings. Click here for the requirements. Once again, the Village's residential refuse and recycling service includes the removal of up to 8 bags or cans of landscape waste per week. For more information visit LRS - Johnsburg, beginning April 1^st

E-Bikes vs. E-Motos

No Pedals, No Play on a Public Way!

Reminder about Prohibited Motorized Recreational Vehicles

E-Bikes, E-Scooter, Hoverboard, Onewheel, etc… Regulations and Safety

E-Bikes, Scooter, Hoverboard, Onewheel, etc…offer a fun and efficient way to travel, but they also come with certain risks. On most roadways, bicyclists, including those on e-bikes, scooters, and mopeds, share the same rights and responsibilities as other road users. It's important to stay informed about regulations, safety tips, and how you can contribute to safer e-bike and e-scooter use. Click here for further updated Illinois information.

E-Bikes Regulations and Safety

E-bikes are typically classified into a three-class system based on whether the motor assists only when pedaling and the top-assisted speed. These e-bikes are not allowed on sidewalks and must abide by the Bicycle Rules of the Road.

Types of E-Bikes:

Type 1: Max speed of 20 mph with pedal assist only, no throttle.

Type 2: Max speed of 20 mph with pedal assist and throttle, allowing operation without pedaling.

Type 3: Max speed of 28 mph with pedal assist only, no throttle. These e-bikes are closer to motorcycles and mopeds in function. Riders must be at least 16 years old.

* NOTE: Although Type 1 and Type 2 E-bikes do not have a minimum age restriction, the Consumer Product Safety Commission does not recommend children under the age of 13 operate motorized wheeled vehicles, such as e-bikes, that can travel faster than 10 mph.

Remember; No Pedals, No Play on a Public Way!

How You Can Help

We are committed to promoting e-bike, e-scooter, hoverboard, onewheel, etc… safety throughout the Village, but we need your help to reach everyone.

Parents: If your child rides an e-bike, e-scooter, hoverboard, onewheel, etc…, please review the safety guidelines with them and encourage your child to wear a helmet.

Riders: Follow the safety tips and encourage your friends to do the same.

Drivers: Please be alert and watch for pedestrians, scooters, and bikes, especially in the morning before school starts and in the afternoons after school dismissal.

*Municipal Chapter 15.16.

If your device is not explained in Local Municipal Code Chapter 15, please refer to 625 ILCS 5/ Illinois Vehicle Code. Knowing the rules helps prevent injuries, protects young riders, and keeps roads and sidewalks safer for everyone.

Johnsburg Police Department:

Blue Envelope Program for Autism Awareness

In recognition of Autism Awareness Month this coming April, the Johnsburg Police Department is launching a program aimed at engaging in better communication with persons who have communication impairments. If you or a family member struggle from a medically diagnosed communication impairment, and reside within the Village of Johnsburg, you may be eligible to participate in our “Blue Envelope” program. The program is intended to help our Officers with maintaining a positive and productive encounter with a person who experiences communication impairments. The program should provide a foundation for better communication along with reduced anxiety and fear that may result from encounters with Law Enforcement for those impacted with communication impairments. Please reach out to Detective Dan Harvey, Commander Rob Salazar, or Chief Jason Greenwald at 815-385-6024 for further details, and we will be happy to help explain and guide you through the process.