Cary Municipal Center Hours

In recognition of the Labor Day holiday, the Cary Municipal Center will be closed on Monday, September 4th.

The Cary Municipal Center will reopen on Tuesday, September 5th for regular business hours, 8:30AM to 5:00PM.

Holiday Refuse Pick-Up Schedule

During the week of September 4, the regular refuse collection scheduled will be pushed back by one day due to the Labor Day holiday.

Please contact Flood Brothers Disposal at 630-261-0400 with any questions.

Water Tower Painting Project Nearly Complete

The painting of Water Tower #4 was substantially completed this week! The Cary logo was painted on two sides of the tower late last week, and touch-up painting was completed this week. The Public Works team is in process of refilling the tower and anticipates the tower will be brought back online to full operation after appropriate testing is completed next week. For more information, visit our website at:

https://www.caryillinois.com/Blog.aspx?IID=307

Downtown Detour Begins September 5

The closure of the intersection at W. Main St. and Spring St., originally scheduled for 8/29/23, has been moved to 9/5/23 as the Village's Downtown Streetscape project continues. During this phase of construction, contractors will be pouring a concrete base and installing pavers with the Village name within the intersection, which will act as a welcoming gateway to the downtown area.

Detour routes have been established for both eastbound and westbound traffic around the intersection. Accommodations will be made for downtown businesses to receive deliveries during the detour. It is expected that the detour will be in place for approximately three (3) weeks. The Village of Cary appreciates your patience during this phase of construction

• Westbound traffic will be directed onto Jandus Road after crossing the railroad tracks, westward on Cary Street to High Road, and back on to W. Main Street.
• Eastbound traffic will be directed south on High Road, eastward on Cary Street, southeast on Jandus Road, and northeast on Jandus Cutoff Road to Route 14.

The exhibit below provides a map of the detour routes:

Job Opportunity - Public Works Office Assistant (Part-Time)

The Village of Cary is seeking to fill an opening for a part-time Office Assistant in the Public Works Department.

The Office Assistant provides a variety of administrative support to the Village, helping the department function as efficiently as possible, and provides responsive, courteous, and efficient services to the Village's residents and the general public.

For more information on this position and how to apply, visit:

https://www.caryillinois.com/Jobs.aspx?JobID=32&CommunityJobs=False&UniqueId=99

McHenry County Water Forum

September 13, 2023

The McHenry County Water Forum provides an opportunity for residents, businesses and elected officials to learn what makes the region's water supplies special and how water resources can be protected into the future. 

This free program is held every fall at the McHenry County College and features presentations by scientists, planners, and engineers who specialize in water resources. By the end of the program, attendees have a more solid understanding about water resources in McHenry County and are better informed to make decisions affecting the water supplies we all depend on.

This year's topic is "Water Conservation", which is vital to support growth and protect water supplies in the county. 

No registration is required. The event will be catered.

For more information, visit www.mchenryH2O.com or email Scott Kuykendall at SHKuykendall@mchenrycountyil.gov.

Village Has Moved to Yellow Condition for Outdoor Water Usage

The Village of Cary is currently in the Yellow Condition (Conservation) of the Outdoor Water Use Ordinance.

In the Yellow Condition, the watering of lawns with sprinklers or automated irrigation systems is only permitting on an even/odd schedule during certain hours to help conserve water.

• Properties with even addresses are permitted to water in the morning from 12:00AM to 9:00AM and/or the evening from 6:00PM to midnight on their respective even-numbered days.

• Properties with odd addresses are permitted to water in the morning from 12:00AM to 9:00AM and/or the evening from 6:00PM to midnight on their respective odd-numbered days.

Hand watering and normal household uses of water are unaffected by this condition.

This shift to the Yellow Condition is due to the current severe drought condition in the area as well as the ongoing water tower rehabilitation and painting project in the Village.

If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at CaryPW@caryillinois.com.

Even/Odd Days:



• Even: Properties with even numbered addresses (ex. 454 Cary Woods Circle) can irrigate/sprinkle lawns on even numbered calendar days (ex. June 10)
• Odd: Properties with odd numbered addresses (ex. 755 Georgetown Drive) can irrigate/sprinkle lawns on odd numbered calendar days (ex. June 11)

School is in Session!

Please obey the direction of school personnel while driving upon the school property. Below are some state laws that apply to motorists that may be driving near schools:

Obedience to Police Officers (includes Crossing Guards) - Motorists must obey direction of police officers and school crossing guards when directing traffic. (625 ILCS 5/11-203)

School Speed Limits - 20 MPH are designated on school days between 6:30 A.M and 4:00 p.m. upon any public throughfare where children pass going to and from school. (625 ILCS 5/11-605(a)(3))

Activated Yellow Flashing Signal - Motorists may only proceed past such a signal with caution. (625 ILCS 5/11-309(2))

Pedestrian in a Crosswalk - Motorists must yield to pedestrian within a crosswalk on the side of street occupied by the pedestrian. Pedestrian may not suddenly leave the curb into the path of a moving vehicle in a manner as to constitute a hazard. A motorist may not pass a motorist stopped and yielding to a pedestrian in a crosswalk. (625 ILCS 5/11-1002(a), (b) and (c))

Pedestrian in a Crosswalk in a School Zone - Same requirements for motorists to yield to a pedestrian but applies in a School Zone between 6:30 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. (625 ILCS 5/11-1002.5(a))

Drivers to Exercise Due Care - Drivers must exercise care to avoid colliding with a pedestrian (625 ILCS 5/11-1003.1))

Approaching, Overtaking, and Passing a School Bus - Motorists may not pass a stopped school bus accepting or discharging students with warning sign extended and warning lights activated on streets or private property. Motorist may only proceed after the sign is retracted, lights are extinguished and the bus is in motion (or the school bus driver signals the motorist to proceed). (625 ILCS 5/11-1414(a))

Wireless Telephones - Motorists may not use a wireless telephone at any time driving in a designated School Speed Zone. (625 ILCS 5/12-610.1 (e))

Electronic Communications Devices - Motorists may not operate a motor vehicle while using an electronic communications device. (625 ILCS 5/12-610.2(b))

Please drive carefully at all times, especially when you are likely to encounter school-aged children walking to and from school or walking near schools.

Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive

September

From September 1st to 3rd and September 15th to 17th, the Knights of Columbus will be conducting a charity drive to support the intellectually and physically disadvantaged, both in the local community and on a national level. This fundraising effort, which is known around the country as the “Tootsie Roll” drive, collects funds to support numerous groups. Nationally, the organization supports the Special Olympics. Locally, the drive supports NISRA, Family Ideas Network for Downs Syndrome and the Pioneer Center. These organizations have benefited greatly from the support of individuals and businesses throughout Cary.

Cary-Grove Rotary Club Annual Craft Brew Festival

September 16, 2023

Join the Rotary Club of Cary-Grove for for the annual Craft Brew Festival coming to Cary Lake at Rotary Park on September 16th. This highly anticipated event will feature over 20+ unique craft brews (craft beer, hard cider and seltzers), music, food trucks and beer games! Guests will have an opportunity to sample and learn about new and exciting brews from local, regional and national craft breweries. This event is for ages 21+. It will take place from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

This event benefits the Rotary Club of Cary-Grove, a not for profit 501(C)(3) organization. Rotary funds raised from the festival will support a variety of charities, provide local scholarships and club projects.

Check out the Rotary Club of Cary-Grove Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/rotaryclubofcarygrove for the latest fest news and participating breweries. Tickets can be purchased at https://runsignup.com/rbf?fbclid=IwAR3DXjxelvxpI73UFvfTmtN0Yp4mn306t6GkYP0QTU8UMlcgfUXKEwjHxFQ.

Kayak Rentals at Cary Lake at Rotary Park - Fall Hours

Kayak rentals are available at Cary Lake at Rotary Park. Beginning in September, Midwest Kayak will be on-site Saturday and Sunday from 10:00AM to 6:00PM. (Weekends only.)

For more information, visit their Facebook page at:

https://www.facebook.com/midwestkayakrentals. 

Rotary Club of Cary-Grove Summer Farmer's Market

In support of local farmers and vendors, the Rotary Club of Cary-Grove will be hosting this year's Farmer's Market during the summer Months, beginning in June and running through September.

The Farmer's Market will be held from 9:00AM - 1:00PM every Sunday in the downtown Cary Metra parking lot.

Medicare Informational Seminar Hosted by Senator Craig Wilcox and Senator Dan McConchie

October 16

A free seminar hosted by Senator Craig Wilcox and Senator Dan McConchie will provide attendees with an overview of the Medicare federal health insurance program. Information will also be provided on a variety of related topics, including eligibility, enrollment, benefits, and more. At the end of the seminar, Representatives with the Illinois Department on Aging will be available to assist you and answer questions. The seminar will be held on Monday, October 16, 2023, at the Cary Municipal Center, 755 Georgetown Drive, Cary, IL, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

To register for the seminar, please email Hannah at HSeaver@sgop.ilga.gov.