Trustee Pike resigns from Village Board, Chick-fil-A opens in The Clove, BG Public Works earn national awards and more

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

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Trustee Gregory Pike resigns from Village Board

Village Trustee Gregory Pike has officially resigned from his position, effective Tuesday, September 19, due to his relocation out of Buffalo Grove. Village President Eric Smith will fill this vacancy with a dedicated and community-focused individual to serve as the new Village Trustee.

“Greg offered a unique perspective on the Board, and his knowledge and experience was especially valuable when it came to financial matters and policies,” said President Smith. “I am grateful for his service to Buffalo Grove and wish Greg and his family the best in their new community.”

Read the full news release here.

Chick-fil-A opens its doors in The Clove

The Clove hit a major milestone this week, as Chick-fil-A became the first new business in the development to open!

"We are excited for Chick-fil-A to not only serve the community its food, but also to find opportunities to partner with and support the BG community," said Village President Eric Smith.

Work is progressing on other areas of The Clove, including the new Guzman y Gomez restaurant, the grocer building, and seven-story mixed-use commercial and residential building. Keep up with the latest development news and sign up for updates here.

BG Public Works recognized with two national awards

Our Public Works team received top national honors at the American Public Works Association national conference in just a couple weeks ago. BGPW was recognized not one, but TWO national awards: Professional Award in Asset Management and Exceptional Performance in Journalism Award. These awards reflect our team's commitment to responsible stewardship of Village infrastructure and outstanding efforts to communicate and connect with our residents. Congratulations, Public Works!

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Securely dispose of sensitive documents

This Saturday, September 16, the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County is partnering with the Village to hold a document destruction event at the Buffalo Grove Metra Station, 825 Commerce Court, from 9 a.m. to noon. Place documents in paper bags or cardboard boxes (limit six per vehicle). No plastic bags will be accepted.

Find more information here.

Stay informed on Lake County's Buffalo Grove Road improvement project

The Lake County Divison of Transportaiton (LCDOT) is conducting a study for improvements on Buffalo Grove Road from IL 22 to US 45. LCDOT held a public information meeting this past May showing proposed improvements which included additional lanes, bike path and sidewalk connectivity and safety enhancements at the railroad crossing. After receiving a great deal of input, feedback, questions and concerns from the community, LCDOT is collecting new traffic data, analyzing recent crash data, and looking into other alternatives that address community concerns.

Those interested in staying updated on the project can find the latest progress here, and sign up to receive project updates in your e-mail inbox here.

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Approach crossings with caution

Crossing traffic as a pedestrian, cyclist or the like is dangerous. Crosswalks are there to help. Crosswalks, highly regulated in everything from where they are installed, the type of striping used and any associated signage, are often located at intersections. Depending on the location, engineering studies may call for mid-block crossings to enhance overall safety, addressing factors like sight lines and space for a refuge island between lanes of traffic. Whether a motorist or pedestrian/cyclist, always exercise caution when approaching crossings.

Shop the Farmers' Market

There's only a few weeks left to visit the Buffalo Grove Farmers' Market! Every Sunday through October 15, you can enjoy a wide selection of locally grown fruits, vegetables, condiments, gourmet coffee, pastries and more at Mike Rylko Community Park. Learn more here.