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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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Thank You for Covering for Yourself and Others
Thank you, Wilmette, for doing your part to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Because we are working together to follow the public health guidelines, we have been able to reopen businesses and restaurants and resume the wonderful and special quality of life that we love and value so much.
But we are not out of the woods! COVID-19 cases are on the rise across the country. To keep our Village and State "open" and our economy moving forward, we must continue to do what we've been doing-physical distancing, frequently washing hands and wearing face coverings -so we don't go backward. Health experts agree that wearing a mask (the proper way) is one of the best things we can do to prevent the spread of the virus. And when we wear our masks, it's not just for ourselves - it's for our family, friends and neighbors.
Show off your masks! Take a selfie and post to your social media channels using the hashtag #MaskOnWilmette and the text: "It's not too much to mask." If you're out and about Wilmette, tag the Village business or location you're visiting to also show them some love! Let's work together to encourage and promote mask wearing and keep our Village and state moving forward. #MaskOnWilmette #WilmetteStrong
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Village Launches Wilmette-onomics Campaign to Support Local Businesses
Get ready to see Wilmette businesses up close and personal this summer! The Village has launched a "Wilmette-onomics" social media campaign to promote local businesses and raise awareness by featuring photos of business owners along with personal quotes
. "Local businesses have certainly struggled during these challenging times and need the support of the Village and the community now more than ever. This campaign is an exciting part of the ongoing Village efforts to support them," said Michael Braiman, Village Manager. Learn more about the campaign and view daily messages on these pages: Wilmettonomics, Wilmette Biz, DiscoverWilmette.
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Tableside Tunes in Downtown Wilmette Friday & Saturday Nights
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Come dine outdoors in downtown Wilmette Friday, July 10 and
Saturday, July 11 f
rom 6-8 p.m. and listen to music from some great local artists!
Friday, July 10:
Lauren Gottshall from Glencoe will perform original songs and cover hits from a variety of genres.
Saturday, July 11:
Wilmette's own Chris Karabas will bring his
heartland style to downtown diners.
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Chris Karabas playing in downtown Wilmette
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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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Village Board Meeting Tuesday, July 14
- Cannabis Referendum: The Village Board will discuss the possibility of including a non-binding advisory referendum on the November ballot for Wilmette voters to weigh in on whether to allow recreational cannabis businesses to operate in Wilmette. The discussion will focus on community impacts, financial projections, state regulations and suggested referendum language.
- Affordable Housing: There will be a report on affordable housing in Wilmette. The report will highlight the history and current status of affordable housing in Wilmette, the Village's Affordable Housing Plan and other housing assistance programs.
Remote participation information:
To submit comments:
- Email comments at least 30 minutes in advance of the meeting to [email protected].
- Comment during the meeting through YouTube Live.
Learn more about how to participate in Village meetings remotely. The agenda and meeting packet will be posted here.
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Updates from the Wilmette Historical Museum
Limited Reopening
The
Wilmette Historical Museum will reopen by
appointment only on Wednesday, July 15. Appointments can be made for Sundays - Thursdays from 1 - 4 p.m. Visitors will be able to tour exhibits, including "Wilmette in Photographs: 1850-1950" and "Wilmette Women Breaking the Glass Ceiling," as well as visit the research center. For further information and to make an appointment, please email the Museum at
[email protected] or call 847-853-7666.
Solve a Mystery and Win Prizes!
This summer, the Wilmette Historical Museum has a free, fun mystery for the whole family to solve - and win prizes! Families can pick up activity booklets outside the Museum entrance or download them from the Museum website at www.wilmettehistory.org. You can complete the activity at your own pace through August 31. |
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Green Tip: Reduce Single-Use Items
While the pandemic has reduced waste in some areas (carbon emissions), it has increased it in others, like single-use items (discarded masks and gloves). But, it's possible to stay safe and healthy and be environmentally-conscious. Here are some pro tips on reducing single-use items:
- Use a cloth face covering: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends cloth face coverings as effective barriers. They should be washed after each use.
- Use reusable bags: Some grocery stores allow customers to use reusable bags, provided you bag your own groceries. If a certain store does not, have your groceries stacked back in your cart and place them in reusable bags when you reach your car.
- Use your own utensils for takeout: Ask the restaurant not to include plastic utensils or napkins and to minimize waste.
- Use your own mug: Yes, some coffee shops allow reusable mugs, so just ask!
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Skokie & Lake Intersection Improvement Public Meeting July 23
The Village will hold a public information meeting on Thursday, July 23 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. for the U.S. Route 41 (Skokie Boulevard) and Lake Avenue Intersection Improvement. The meeting will be held outdoors at the Public Works Parking Lot (711 Laramie Ave.), attendance will be limited to 50 people at a time and masks and physical distancing will be required.
The project team will introduce the project and seek public input about planned project improvements, including resurfacing Lake Avenue, minor changes to the intersection geometry, pedestrian safety enhancements and construction of a multi-use path on Skokie Boulevard north of Lake Avenue.
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Neighborhood Storage Project Construction Update
Community Playfield:
The contractor is scheduled to work Saturday, July 11 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Special approval has been granted for the contractor to begin work one hour earlier than the Saturday hours published in the Village Code. We thank you for your understanding in this matter.
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Highlights from this week:
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Phase 1A: Asphalt paving |
Phase 1A Highlights - Storm Sewer and Watermain Improvements (Read the full
construction update here)
- On Blackhawk and Romona roads, crews installed the first layer of asphalt pavement and replaced brick pavers in driveways. Next week, crews will continue pavement work at the intersection of Lake Avenue and prepare for new sod installation.
- Traffic impacts: The northernmost two lanes on Lake Avenue will continue to be closed. Two-way traffic will be maintained.
- On Orchard Lane and Romona Road, crews removed the pavement, prepared and graded the stone base and installed the first layer of asphalt pavement. Next week, crews will adjust the manhole frames.
- For the watermain improvement work on Lake Avenue, crews replaced or installed new watermain valves and vaults at Hibbard Road and Skokie Boulevard. They also dug exploratory trenches to locate underground utilities. Next week, crews will continue this work and perform traffic signal maintenance.
- Traffic impacts: The Lake Avenue eastbound right lane will be closed from just west of Skokie Boulevard to Hibbard Road. Skokie Boulevard southbound and northbound right lanes will be closed at Lake Avenue.
Phase 1 Highlights (Read the full construction update here).
Community Playfield Improvements
- This week, crews continued to deliver and install the detention vault sections - over 75% of pieces have been installed! They also installed drain tile and backfilled around the detention vault, excavated and prepared the base, placed topsoil and installed storm sewer piping. Next week, crews will continue this work.
- Note: The intersection of Illinois Road and Hunter Road will remain closed through August 22.
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| Phase 1: Detention vault progress |
Storm Sewer Improvements
- This week, crews continued road restoration along the Meadow Drives, Wilmette Avenue and the Wilshire Drives. Next week, crews will continue road restoration and work on landscape restoration in this project area.
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Wilmette Events & Happenings
July 14 - Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will meet remotely on Tuesday, July 14 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be broadcast live at
youtube.com/user/villageofwilmette/live and on Channel 6 and then published on the Village's website.
The Board will discuss options and potential decisions related to retail cannabis, including a non-binding advisory referendum.
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
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Visit the Village's
website
to view agenda materials.
July 23 - Skokie & Lake Intersection Improvement Public Meeting
The Village will hold a public information meeting on Thursday, July 23 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. for the U.S. Route 41 (Skokie Blvd.) and Lake Ave. Intersection Improvement. The meeting will be held outdoors at the Public Works Parking Lot (711 Laramie Ave.), attendance will be limited to 50 people at a time and masks and physical distancing will be required. RSVP: 847-853-7500 / [email protected]. Learn more about the meeting. Learn more about the project.
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