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Village of Wilmette E-news
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The following email provides timely information on general news and community events from the Village of Wilmette. For more information, please visit the Village of Wilmette website.
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View recreational cannabis business policies in surrounding communities.
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Cannabis Referendum Resources Now Available
The Village Board recently voted to include an adult-use cannabis referendum on the November 2020 ballot. This is an advisory (non-binding) referendum intended to gauge public opinion on whether to allow recreational cannabis businesses in Wilmette and guide future discussions by the Village.
The Village has compiled information on surrounding communities' cannabis business policies, State recreational cannabis regulations, Village regulations regarding recreational cannabis and other relevant information. Visit our website for these resources.
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2020 Election: Key Deadlines Are Coming Up!
The 2020 General election is coming up on
Nov. 3, and some key dates are now less
than two months away. Here's what you need to know as you get ready to vote:
- Voter registration: The in-person registration deadline is Oct. 6 and the online registration deadline is Oct. 18. Learn more and register.
- Any registered Cook County voter may request a mail ballot. The Cook County Clerk's Office encourages voters to apply as early as possible to make sure you receive your ballot in time to vote. Apply here by Oct. 29:
- Mail ballots must be postmarked by Nov. 3 and received by Nov. 17, though voting advocates encourage mail-in voters to return their ballots as early as possible.
- Poll workers are needed! Traditionally, in-person poll workers tend to be older individuals who may not feel safe working the polls this year. If you or someone you know is at least 18 years old, consider becoming a poll worker. Requirements here.
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Join Us in Celebrating #WilmetteSelfieDay!
Today is City Hall Selfie Day - a day to celebrate local government and the people that serve our community! We're turning this year's #CityHallSelfieDay into #WilmetteSelfieDay because the past few months have highlighted that what makes us #WilmetteStrong are the people that live and work here!
Join our team in sharing a #WilmetteSelfie - at Village Hall, around town, or at home - and post to social media using #CityHallSelfieDay and #WilmetteSelfieDay and tag the Village using @VofWilmette.
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Left: Purchasing Manager Cliff Ruemmler ensures careful spending of taxpayer dollars and compliance with all laws when purchasing goods and services on behalf of the Village.
Right: Engineering Assistant Kris Kordek supports the Village's maintenance and infrastructure work, keeping our Village safe, clean and running smoothly.
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COVID-19 Emergency Financial Assistance Resources
State Housing Assistance Resources
Emergency housing assistance through the Illinois Housing Development Authority is now available to residents struggling to pay their rent or mortgage due to income loss related to COVID-19.
- Emergency Rental Assistance Program: Approved tenants will receive one-time grants of $5,000 paid directly to their landlords to cover missed rent payments beginning March 2020 and prepay payments through December 2020, or until the $5,000 is exhausted, whichever comes first. Applications accepted through Aug. 21; due to anticipated high volume, the application window may close early.
- Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program: Approved homeowners will receive a grant of up to $15,000 paid directly to the mortgage servicer. Applications will be accepted from Aug. 24 to Sept. 4; funds are limited so apply as early as possible.
Cook County Housing Assistance Resources
The Cook County Rental Assistance Program helps suburban Cook County residents struggling to pay their rent due to income loss related to COVID-19. The program will pay up to three months of overdue or future rent on or after March 27. Applications will be accepted through Aug. 18; funds are limited so apply as early as possible. View the FAQs page and apply here. Utility Bill Payment Assistance Resources
ComEd and Nicor are offering bill payment assistance programs to help those experiencing financial hardship.
ComEd
Nicor
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Tableside Tunes in Downtown Wilmette Friday and Saturday Nights
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Will Tilson
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Come dine outdoors in downtown Wilmette tonight (Friday, Aug. 14) and tomorrow night (Saturday, Aug. 15) from 6 to 8 p.m. and listen to some great local musicians!
Friday, Aug. 14: Wilmette's own singer/guitarist Will Tilson will delight diners with acoustic renditions of the classics and some of his own songs.
Saturday, Aug. 15: Lonesome Rodeo (Wilmette's Chris Karabas and fiddle player Emma Smoler) will bring their heartland style to downtown diners.
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Musicians will play near the corner of Wilmette and Central avenues. Diners are invited to use outdoor seating at Village Hall and Veteran's Park. Thank you for not gathering, as this is not a concert but ambient background music, and Phase 4 health and safety guidelines will be enforced.
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The real magic isn't in the brewing or the baking, but in the ingenuity of Wilmette businesses and dedication of our community. Shop local to help Wilmette businesses thrive - and show them some virtual love! Snap a photo at a local business, share on social media, tag the business and use #Wilmetteonomics.
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Reminder: Leaf Blower Ban in Effect Through Sept. 30
Please remember that homeowners and residential landscapers are prohibited from using gas leaf blowers through Sept. 30. The purpose of this ban is to reduce noise and air pollution. The Village has sent a notification to commercial landscapers, but please be a good neighbor and help prevent pollution by reminding your landscaper of the ordinance. The Village will enforce violations.
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Village Construction Projects
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The Neighborhood Storage Project is the Village's largest ever infrastructure investment and will bring flooding relief to thousands of Wilmette residents while improving access and safety for our entire community. Visit the project website for construction updates.
- Phase 1A: Storm sewer and watermain improvements
- Phase 1: Community Playfield stormwater storage vault
- Phase 2: Hibbard Park stormwater storage vault
Traffic Impacts:
- The intersection of Illinois Road and Hunter Road will remain closed through Aug. 22.
- The Lake Avenue eastbound and westbound right lanes will be closed from west of Skokie Boulevard to Hibbard Road. The westbound right lane will be opened at the end of each day.
- Skokie Boulevard southbound and northbound right lanes will be closed at Lake Avenue.
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Traffic Impacts: Beginning Monday, Aug. 17, Central Avenue will be closed to eastbound traffic between 11th Street and Sheridan Road. Please follow the detour and allow extra time for travel.
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Wilmette Events & Happenings
Aug. 25 - Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will meet remotely on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be broadcast live on the Village's YouTube channel and on Channel 6 and then published on the Village's website. Members of the public may submit public comment in advance of the meeting by emailing [email protected] or participate via Microsoft Teams. Details on remote participation here. Visit the Village's website to view agenda materials.
Aug. 31 - Administration Committee Meeting
The Administration Committee will meet remotely on Monday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be broadcast live on the Village's YouTube channel and on Channel 6 and then published on the Village's website. Members of the public may submit public comment in advance of the meeting by emailing [email protected] or participate via Microsoft Teams. Details on remote participation here. Visit the Village's website to view agenda materials.
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