Construction Update - November 16, 2018

Work Completed during the Past Two Weeks (10/26/2018 to 11/16/2018)

• New copper water service lines were installed.
• Abandonment of the existing water main was completed.
• Drainage structure adjustments were completed.
• Installation of new curb and gutter, drivew...

Construction Update - October 26

Train Depot Rehabilitation Project

Progress Report 4

October 26, 2018

Work Completed Past Week (10/19/2018 to 10/26/2018) 

Percentage Work Completed: 97%

• Skim coating of the retaining wall adjacent to the North platform parking lot was completed.
• Insta...

Construction Update - October 26

2018 Water Main Improvements

PHASE 1:  Northgate Court

Progress Report 1

October 26, 2018

Work Completed to Date (10/17/2018 to 10/26/2018)

• Contractor commenced work on Northgate Ct. on October 17, 2018
• Installation of new ductile iron water ...

Weekly Construction Update - July 5, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

• Binder asphalt installed on the 100 Block of Fairbank.
• Drainage structure adjustments made on Fairbank and Scottswood Roads.
• Completed all concrete work.

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• Roadway preparation for paving.
• Finis...

Weekly Construction Update - June 28, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

• Roadway level binder installation completed throughout First Division.
• Milled pavement on 100 Block Fairbank Road.
  • Road is closed, local traffic only.

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• 100 Block of Fairbank Road Reconstructi...

Weekly Construction Update - June 20, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

• Roadway asphalt patching.
• Preparing roadway for level binder (Fairbank/Coonley/Scottswood)

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• Install leveling binder. Beginning on Fairbank (200-400 Blocks) on 6/21/18 (weather perm...

Construction Projects Begin Tomorrow

MWRD Salt Creek Intercepting Sewer Relining Project:  Kenny Construction will begin mobilizing for a project re-start on Thursday, May 10. Mobilization will include implementing traffic control, detours and tent set-up on Riverside Road south of ...

Weekly Construction Update - June 12, 2018

Work Completed the Past Two Weeks

• Sewer structure replacements and reconstructions have been completed.
• Roadway grinding operations have been completed.

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• Roadway asphalt patching.
  • Impacted residents will receive notices ...

Village Board of Trustees Meeting

The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 20, 2018.  The meeting will not be rescheduled.  The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees will be Thursday, J...

Chicago Portage Master Plan Meeting

On Wednesday, December 12, 2018, at 7PM at the Riverside Library, the Cook County Forest Preserve District will host the final public meeting for the Chicago Portage Historic Site master plan. The consultant team, Design Workshop, will review the draft re...

December Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Canceled

The December PZC Regular Meeting scheduled for December 17, 2018 at 7 PM in Room 4 of Township Hall, 27 Riverside Rd., Riverside has been cancelled.  The next Regular Meeting of the PZC is scheduled for Wednesday, January 23, 2019.

New Link for Online Bill Payments

Residents who pay water bills online will notice a new look. The Village has transitioned from E-Pay to JetPay. JetPay allows residents to create an account and password, save payment information and add multiple payments into one cart.

If you bookmarked t...

Power Outages in Riverside

Due to the heavy snow and high winds throughout the Chicago area, numerous customers are experiencing power outages in Riverside and surrounding communities. ComEd is working to restore power. To report a power outage, please call ComEd at 1-800-334-7661....

Santa's Mailbox is up

Santa posted his mailbox in front of the Water Tower.. Start writing your lists and checking them twice. Santa will receive your wish list in this busy season and write you back if he can. Letters received between November 26th at noon and December 20th b...

Snow Removal Reminders

Snow on Driveway Aprons

No one likes removing snow from the driveway apron only to have the snow plow pass by and push the snow back up onto the apron.  The village recommends waiting to remove snow from the driveway apron until the roads have bee...

Weekly Construction Update - July 5, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

• Binder asphalt installed on the 100 Block of Fairbank.
• Drainage structure adjustments made on Fairbank and Scottswood Roads.
• Completed all concrete work.

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• Roadway preparation for paving.
• Finis...

Weekly Construction Update - June 28, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

• Roadway level binder installation completed throughout First Division.
• Milled pavement on 100 Block Fairbank Road.
  • Road is closed, local traffic only.

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• 100 Block of Fairbank Road Reconstructi...

Weekly Construction Update - June 20, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

• Roadway asphalt patching.
• Preparing roadway for level binder (Fairbank/Coonley/Scottswood)

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• Install leveling binder. Beginning on Fairbank (200-400 Blocks) on 6/21/18 (weather perm...

RFD receives new boat for water rescue

The Village of Riverside Department of Fire/Rescue has recently accepted delivery of a new boat which is utilized for rescue and recovery operations on our waterways.

The Village of Riverside Department of Fire/Rescue recently accepted delivery of a new boat that is utilized for rescue and recovery operations on our waterways. The new boat is a 13 ½ foot inflatable rescue boat manufactured by Wing Industries...

100th Year of The Scottish Old People's Home Fire

Take a look a hundred years back in history at one of the most historic fires in Riverside, IL.

Winter Preparedness Tips

The winter heating season is our busiest time of year! We’re not only busy providing our 656 communities with clean, safe, reliable natural gas but we also want to make sure our customers are prepared for winter.

The winter heating season is our busiest time of year! We’re not only busy providing our 656 communities with clean, safe, reliable natural gas but we also want to make sure our customers are prepared for winter. To ensure safe and continued del...

Fight for Air Climb

Jesus Pineda participates in fundraising climb. The "Fight for Air Climb" is an event that takes place at the Presidential Towers in downtown Chicago; I've done the fundraiser three years in a row now.

Jesus Pineda participates in fundraising climb. The "Fight for Air Climb" is an event that takes place at the Presidential Towers in downtown Chicago; I've done the fundraiser three years in a row now. The purpose of the Climb is to raise awaren...

2016 Graduation Release

On Saturday night March 5th, Fire Chief Buckley, Deputy Chief Sherman and Lt Williamson attended the Romeoville Fire Academy Graduation for three new members.

New Staff

On December 3, 2015 the Fire Department swore in their new staff. Pictured above (Left to right) are Battalion Chiefs Kevin Kuratko and Tom Bensfield, Deputy Chief Bill Sherman and Fire Chief Matt Buckley.

Riverside Police Continue Mission-Specific Traffic Enforcement

The Intensified Traffic Enforcement (ITE) detail was operational Thursday, December 16 and ran from to 3PM to10PM.

A total of 16 citations were issued for various violations and one arrest was made; for driving while license suspended. Three warning citations were also issued.

Other violations included speeding, stop signs, no insurance, lane usage and improper turn.

Ar...

RPD Holiday Traffic Safety Enforcement

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over this holiday season.

Riverside, IL — The holidays are a time for friends, family and coworkers to come together in celebration. Wherever you are — at an office party, a family member’s home or out at a bar — it is esse...

Riverside Police Continue Mission-Specific Traffic Enforcement

A total of 16 citations were issued for various violations and one arrest was made; for driving while license suspended. Three warning citations were also issued.

Other violations included speeding, stop signs, no insurance, lane usage and improper turn.

Ar...

Christmas Light Recycling

The Riverside Township Lions Club will collect unwanted Christmas lights for recycling.  Working and non-working  indoor or outdoor lights can be dropped off at the Riverside Public Library, 1 Burling Road, or the North Riverside Public ...

RPD Holiday Traffic Safety Enforcement

Riverside, IL — The holidays are a time for friends, family and coworkers to come together in celebration. Wherever you are — at an office party, a family member’s home or out at a bar — it is essential that you make the lifesaving choic...

Chicago Portage Master Plan

On Wednesday, December 12, 2018, at 7PM at the Riverside Library, the Cook County Forest Preserve District will host the final public meeting for the Chicago Portage Historic Site master plan. The consultant team, Design Workshop, will review the draft re...

New Link for Online Bill Payments

Residents who pay water bills online will notice a new look. The Village has transitioned from E-Pay to JetPay. JetPay allows residents to create an account and password, save payment information and add multiple payments into one cart.

If you bookmarked t...

The Santa Mailbox

Santa's posting his mailbox in front of the Water Tower on November 26th at noon. Start writing your lists and checking them twice. Santa will receive your wish list in this busy season and write you back if he can. Letters received between November 26th ...

Planet Earth Needs Our Help

Residential recycling is more highly contaminated with non-recyclable garbage than ever before. Reports from sorting facilities indicate a contamination rate of 25% - 35%. This weighs down sorting facilities, reduces commodity prices, affects remanufactur...

Snow Removal Reminders

Snow on Driveway Aprons

No one likes removing snow from the driveway apron only to have the snow plow pass by and push the snow back up onto the apron.  The village recommends waiting to remove snow from the driveway apron until the roads have bee...

2018 Construction

MWRD Salt Creek Intercepting Sewer Relining Project:  Kenny Construction began mobilizing for a project re-start on Thursday, May 10. Mobilization included implementing traffic control, detours and tent set-up on Riverside Road south of the BNSF ...

Power Outage?

If you experience a power outage, please contact ComEd at 1-800-334-7661. Leave the area immediately if there are downed power lines.