Posted on: March 24, 2023
Swinging Bridge Closure - March 27, 2023
Beginning next week, the Swinging Bridge located near the Lawton/Riverside Triangle will be closed for recoating. This project has been coordinated by the Riverside Township and contractor Capital Industrial Coating...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 23, 2023
Tree Trimming Notice - March 27, 2023
The Department of Public Works plan to install a temporarily road closure on Kimbark Road sometime in the late morning to early afternoon hours on March 27 to safely complete necessary tree trimming on the narrow roadw...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 17, 2023
The regular meeting of the Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission will be held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 7:00 PM in Room 4 of the Riverside Village Township Hall.
View the meeting agenda here
E-Flash
Posted on: March 17, 2023
The Village of Riverside Board and Commission meeting schedule for the week of March 20 - March 24:
Historical Commission
Monday, March 20, 2023
Room 4 of Riverside Township Hall
27 Riverside Road
7:00 p.m.
Parks & Recreation Board
Monday, March 20,...
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View the upcoming meeting agendas here.
E-Flash
Posted on: March 17, 2023
Village Stream is now available on Roku! You will find Village Stream in the channel store and once installed, it gives you the ability to watch government access TV from the Villages of Riverside, La Grange, La Grange Park, Western Springs, and Indian He...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 13, 2023
The Economic Development Commission Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 14, 2023 has been cancelled.
E-Flash
Posted on: March 10, 2023
The Village of Riverside Board and Commission meeting schedule for the week of March 13 - March 17:
Riverside TV Commission
Monday, March 13, 2023
Room 4 of Riverside Township Hall
27 Riverside Road
7:00 p.m.
Economic Development Commission
Tuesday, Mar...
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View the upcoming meeting agendas here.
E-Flash
Posted on: March 10, 2023
Let Metra be your ride to this year's Chicago St. Patrick's Day and South Side Irish parades on Saturday, March 11, and Sunday, March 12. Metra will offer extra trains, including some express service, on seven of its 11 lines on Saturday...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 7, 2023
(Riverside, IL) – All too often, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations turn deadly because of impaired driving. However you celebrate, make sure you and your friends stay safe this St. Patrick’s Day by remembering one important piec...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 6, 2023
For Immediate Release from the Office of the Director of Public Safety
March 5, 2023
Fatal Accident Investigation
Incident Information:
On Sunday, March 5th 2023, at approximately 6:40 p.m. the Riverside Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to a report...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 3, 2023
The Village of Riverside Board and Commission meeting schedule for the week of March 6-10:
Economic Development Commission (Rescheduled)
Rescheduled from Wednesday, March 8, 2023 to Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Quincy Community Center
43 East Quincy Stree...
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View the upcoming meeting agendas here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 28, 2023
The Riverside Water Tower has been dry for nearly 20 years, but it continues to be a landmark and source of community pride.
Renowned architect William Le Baron Jenney designed the Victorian Gothic style tower, which was built in 1870. The original design ...
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Riverside Minute Video
E-Flash
Posted on: March 1, 2023
The Riverside Board of Trustees recently approved a zoning ordinance update to allow more flexibility in the use of temporary event tents. The code now distinguishes between temporary storage tents and temporary event tents and has standards for ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 27, 2023
Every day natural gas is delivered safely and efficiently to millions of businesses and homes in the United States through more than 2 million miles of underground pipeline. Nicor Gas operates, secures and maintains the pipeline in the local area. Part of...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 2, 2023
The Village of Riverside has updated its Zoning Ordinance regarding accessory buildings, which are buildings that are not attached to a house, such as a freestanding home office or garage.
As more people spend at least a portion of the week working from ho...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 24, 2023
The Village of Riverside Board and Commission meeting schedule for the week of February 27 - March 3:
Parks & Recreation Board
Monday, February 27, 2023
Quincy Community Center
43 East Quincy Street
7:00 p.m.
Village Board of Trustees
Thursday, March 2, 2023...
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View the upcoming meeting agendas here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 23, 2023
The Cowley Road railroad crossing will be closed starting Wednesday, March 1st for emergency repairs. BNSF anticipates the work to be completed in the evening on Friday, March 3rd. The crossing will be closed to both vehicular and pedestrian traf...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 23, 2023
Riverside is a Green Power Community utilizing Renewable Energy Credits from wind generation resources as part of the Village's municipal electric aggregation program. As part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Green Power Partnership, ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 22, 2023
In recognition of National Invasive Species Awareness Week, Riverside’s Landscape Advisory Commission is sharing information on invasive or native aggressive plants. The Chicago Region Invasive Plants document can help you identify 32 plants that are most...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 17, 2023
The Village of Riverside Board and Commission meeting schedule for the week of February 20-24:
Historical Commission
Monday, February 20, 2023
Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall
27 Riverside Road
7:00 p.m.
Planning and Zoning Commission (Canceled)
Wednesday, ...
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View the upcoming meeting agendas here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 14, 2023
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on February 16, 2023.
MEETING AND PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES: The Board of Trustees will meet in person. &...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 14, 2023
If you were walking through Riverside's streets at dusk in the 1870s, you might cross paths with Larry the Lamplighter. Larry's job was to light the gas lamps every evening and extinguish them the following day. The Village police budget...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 13, 2023
Are you looking for a Village form? Did you know there is one place to go for all of the online forms on our website? It’s called the Forms Center, and here is the link: https://www.riverside.il.us/FormCenter. The forms are organized b...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 14, 2023
The Landscape Advisory Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold it's Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 14, 2023 in Room 4 of the Township Hall at 7:00 p.m.
View or download the meeting agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 8, 2023
Parking in the Village is very limited. On-street parking is only allowed on one side of most streets. No Parking is allowed on any street between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. for reasons of safety, snow removal, and street sweeping.
If your car cannot be driven or y...
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Register your vehicle
E-Flash
Posted on: February 6, 2023
On February 2, the Village Board voted to adopt Ordinances amending the Village's Zoning Code.One set of Ordinances is meant to encourage the development of commercial properties, particularly on Harlem Avenue, and make other changes to enhance commercial...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 7, 2023
Have you ever put together a piece of furniture from a popular box store? Imagine putting your entire house together from a mail order kit! Several Riverside residents did just that in the early 1900s.
Riverside is home to several mail-order home...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 7, 2023
The regular meeting of the Riverside Police Pension Board will be held on February 9, 2023 in Room 22 of the Riverside Township Hall at 10:00 a.m.
View or download the agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 2, 2023
Tonight, the Village Board will take a final vote on ordinances to revise the zoning code to encourage the development of commercial properties on Harlem Avenue and other changes to enhance commercial activity and community quality of life.
The Village con...
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Survey Results
E-Flash
Posted on: January 31, 2023
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on February 2, 2023.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a ...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 2, 2023
Did you know it takes less than 12 hours for the entire process to clean and reclaim wastewater back into usable water?
The Chicago Metropolitan Water Reclamation District offers a fascinating virtual tour where you can go behind the scenes and u...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 1, 2023
You are signed up for our e-flash notices, but do you know about other ways to stay on top of Village news?
The Village uses Everbridge to push out emergency notifications through text message or email. This system is used to provide critical information q...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 31, 2023
Riverside Township Hall is an original element of the General Plan of Riverside. Built in 1895, it was designed by architect George Ashby. The chateau style building features a massive and irregular form, steeply pitched, hipped roof with copper ridges an...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 30, 2023
Did you recently get a notice that says your personal information was exposed in a data breach? Did you lose your wallet? Or learn that an online account was hacked? Depending on what information was lost, there are steps you can take to help protect your...
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What to do for lost or exposed information
E-Flash
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Scams aimed at senior citizens generate a loss of more than $3 billion annually. Please be aware of these five popular scams for yourself as well as family members.
Government Imposter Scams The scammer pretends to be a government official from th...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 23, 2023
Village staff members successfully repaired the vandalism to the ice rink liner, as it appears to be holding water and the patches are holding up. With temperatures dropping in the extended forecast, staff will be adding water to the rink in the...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 28, 2023
The Village of Riverside is a voluntary participant in the new Cross-Community Climate Collaborative (C4) initiative. C4 is a regional collective effort by West Central Cook County municipalities. The effort is designed to bring together communities to sh...
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Take the survey here
E-Flash
Posted on: January 26, 2023
In observance of Radon Action Month, the Village would like to share several options for obtaining a radon test kit. The Cook County Department of Public Health offers kits free of charge. The kit supply may be subject to grant fund availability. Check th...
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Request a free radon test kit from Cook County
E-Flash
Posted on: January 25, 2023
As the year begins, the Village reminds businesses that having a Certificate of Good Standing is important. Your business may need to get a copy of your certificate to:
- Open a business bank account
- Apply for a business loan
- Seek investments from investors&am...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 24, 2023
If you see a problem within the Village, we want to know about it! You can report issues such as a broken parking meter, damaged street sign, or simply ask a question using the “Report A Concern” link on the homepage of the website. Th...
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Report a Concern
E-Flash
Posted on: January 23, 2023
According to the Village code, any residence with a monitored home security system needs an annual alarm permit. Fire and medical alert systems do not need a permit. No permit is needed if a resident installs a system they monitor themselves (via computer...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 20, 2023
The Preservation Commission will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, January 23, 2023 at 7:00 pm at Riverside Township Hall, Room 4, 27 Riverside, Rd., Riverside, IL 60456
The revised agenda is available to view on the Village website.
Public comments are wel...
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View or download the meeting materials here
E-Flash
Posted on: January 20, 2023
The regular meeting of the Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission will be held on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 7:00 PM in Room 4 of the Riverside Village Township Hall.
View the meeting agenda here
E-Flash
Posted on: January 20, 2023
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the meeting should contact Director of Parks and Recreation Ron Malc...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: January 20, 2023
The Village of Riverside is a voluntary participant in the new Cross-Community Climate Collaborative (C4) initiative. C4 is a regional collective effort by West Central Cook County municipalities. The effort is designed to bring together communities to sh...
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Take the survey here
E-Flash
Posted on: January 19, 2023
Riverside Parks & Recreation's Winter/Spring Brochure is available now! From Yoga to Spring Soccer, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Be sure to check out some of our new programs like Adult Watercolor Class and Kids Work-Out Circuit....
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: January 20, 2023
Radon occurs in outdoor air and the indoor air of buildings. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends fixing homes if the radon level is four pCi/L (picocuries per liter) or more. There is no known safe level of radon exposure. Radon is the se...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 19, 2023
The Village of Riverside is accepting applications for the Façade Improvement Grant. The grant program aims to promote the continued use and maintenance of commercial buildings in the downtown area and in the Harlem Avenue Business Districts by...
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Review the grant application here
E-Flash
Posted on: January 18, 2023
Using the online bill paying service, customers can make a one-time utility payment or register an account to schedule a payment before the due date.
Registered accounts have the ability to save preferred payment types, link multiple water/sewer...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 13, 2023
On Thursday morning, Village staff noticed that the ice rink was vandalized overnight. The rink’s liner was punctured in multiple locations. Initially, the Village was going to close the rink for the season due to the extensive damage, however, Village st...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 14, 2022
The Historical Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold it's Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, January 17, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall at 27 Riverside Road.
View or download the meeting agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 13, 2023
Metra has started the rollout of metratracker.com, a new real-time train-tracking website that lets customers see precisely where their trains are and when they will reach their stations. The new site, made possible by a wholesale replacement of Metra&...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: January 12, 2023
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tracks and reports Green Power Communities collective green power percentage of total electricity use. The EPA updates the list quarterly. Riverside is ranked #4 on the Green Power Communities list for Green Power...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 14, 2023
The amount of radon in the soil depends on soil chemistry, which varies from one house to the next. The radon that escapes from the soil to enter the house depends on the weather, soil porosity, soil moisture, and the suction within the house. Learn more ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 13, 2023
Village code specifies that each structure assigned a street address must display the address number so it is distinctly visible and easy to read from the street/ public right- of-way.
The following standards must be met: Addresses must be shown ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 12, 2023
The State of Illinois offers a website at www.illinoishousinghelps.org to guide state residents in need of emergency housing assistance due to financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn about the emergency assistance programs avail...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 11, 2023
The last day to dispose of Christmas trees will be this week, on Thursday, January 12, 2023.
All holiday greenery, including Christmas trees and decorative holiday wreaths, must have tinsel, ornaments and lights removed from them before being placed at the...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 11, 2023
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Village Offices will be closed on Monday, January 16, 2023. Refuse collection will occur as regularly scheduled.
While Village Offices are closed, if you need immediate assistance call 911. If you need an office...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 10, 2023
The Village website can be translated into any language. The Google translation widget appears on the homepage as well as the interior pages. Visitors select their preferred language from the drop down menu and the site will appear in that language. Note ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 9, 2023
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold its Regular Meeting on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 in Room 4 of the Township Hall at 7:00 p.m.
View or download the agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 9, 2023
The Preservation Commission will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, January 23, 2023 at 7:00 pm at Riverside Township Hall, Room 4, 27 Riverside, Rd., Riverside, IL 60456
Public comments are welcome on any topic when received by email or in writing by the V...
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View or download the meeting materials here
E-Flash
Posted on: January 7, 2023
The police report for the early morning incident on East Burlington is below:
This morning at approximately 12:45 AM, Riverside Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to a report of a vehicle accident on the 100 block of East Burlington. Thi...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 6, 2023
The Landscape Advisory Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold it's Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 10, 2023 in Room 4 of the Township Hall at 7:00 p.m.
View or download the meeting agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 7, 2023
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 19, 2023. The next Regular Meeting of the Village Board will be Thursday, February 2, 2023.
View or download the cancellation notice here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 17, 2023
The Village of Riverside will host a community engagement event on Thursday, January 19. The Road to 2050 event is an opportunity for all members of the community to help shape Riverside’s future.
Starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Riverside Township H...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 5, 2023
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is accepting applications for the second round of the Electric Vehicle Rebate Program. Illinois residents who purchase a new or used all-electric vehicle from an Illinois licensed dealer are el...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: January 3, 2023
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on January 5, 2023.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a r...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 4, 2023
Effective January 1, 2023 any new smoke alarm being installed within a single or multi-family home must be a type with a long-term, ten year sealed battery. Smoke alarms in single or multi- family homes prior to January 1, 2023 may remain in place until t...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 6, 2023
Radon is a radioactive gas that naturally forms when radioactive metals such as uranium, thorium, or radium break down in rocks, soil, and groundwater. People can be exposed to radon primarily from breathing radon in air that comes through cracks and gaps...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 7, 2023
In 1862, the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Railroad organized a rail system to run west from Chicago parallel to South West Plank Road. The Railroad purchased a strip of land from William Wesencraft for a right-of-way and laid a double track, starting i...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 5, 2023
2023 holds a lot of promise for small business owners looking to capitalize on the hottest business trends or entrepreneurs looking for new business ideas. SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, is de...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 3, 2023
Remember that trash pick-up is delayed to Friday this week due to the holiday. Holiday greenery collection and pickup is provided by Flood Brothers free of charge during the first two weeks in January. Collection of holiday greenery after the first two we...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 29, 2022
Refuse collection will occur on Friday, December 30 and Friday, January 6 due to the holidays. The Village apologizes for prior notifications stating refuse collection would occur as normally scheduled.
E-Flash
Posted on: December 31, 2022
Louis Thomas, a local plumber, led the call to form the Riverside Volunteer Fire Department in 1895. Thomas was elected Chief and served in that capacity until 1903. In 1898, the Village
Adopted an ordinance to make the volunteer department an of...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 29, 2022
After the holiday hustle winds down, you might be looking for a good movie. Have you seen The Lake House with Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock? Check out this timeless love story and look for some familiar scenes. Parts of the movie were...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 23, 2022
Spreading pavement salt lightly protects water quality and our fish!
You can help the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) protect the water environment at home. Using the right amount of salt makes a big difference for our waterway.
Pre...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 21, 2022
The regular meeting of the Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission will be held on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at 7:00 PM in Room 4 of the Riverside Village Township Hall.
View the meeting agenda here
E-Flash
Posted on: December 21, 2022
Refuse collection will begin an hour earlier on Thursday, December 22. Please ensure garbage is placed by the curb prior to 6:00 a.m. The Village and Flood Brothers would like to complete collection before the afternoon snowfall.
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 21, 2022
The Village will be accepting holiday lights for recycling at the Township Hall (27 Riverside Rd) and Quincy Community Center (43 E Quincy St). Working and non-working indoor or outdoor lights can be dropped off during normal business hours. The lights ma...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 23, 2022
In 1875, Charles A. Teale became the Village’s first police officer earning him a $30 monthly salary. He patrolled the village regularly on his bicycle and knew every resident by name and where they lived.
Officer Teale’s duties include...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 22, 2022
Village Snow Removal Plan
The Public Works Department begins snow removal operations by clearing all major arterial streets, the Police, Fire and Township Hall parking lots and the Train Platform. Major arterial streets are Barrypoint, Burling, Riverside R...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 20, 2022
The Village of Riverside published its first Budget in Brief document highlighting the 2023 budget. The Brief is intended to provide an overview of the Village’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and outline sources of revenue and planned expenditures to enhance un...
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View the 2023 Budget in Brief here.
E-Flash
Posted on: December 20, 2022
Are you looking for a last-minute, one-of-a-kind gift? Look no further than Higgins Glass in Riverside. Stop by the shop at 33 E. Quincy to find beautiful and unique pieces for the home, ornaments, mobiles, jewelry pieces, and more crafted from fused, ena...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 19, 2022
The Landscape Advisory Commission recently donated several species of native seeds to the seed library located in Riverside Library. Some of the donated seeds include common milkweed, butterfly weed, columbine, prairie dropseed, tall bellflower,...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 14, 2022
Resident Resources Available
The Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund (ILHAF) is an emergency housing assistance program administered by the state of Illinois through the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA), and applications for the program’s curre...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 14, 2022
Cook County recently announced the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Program, a four-year initiative led by the County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability and Bureau of Asset Management. The program aims to increase access to public ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 15, 2022
In the year 1896, Riverside’s Volunteer Fire Department used a horse-drawn wagon to transport equipment and firefighters to the scene of a fire. As might be observed, the fire apparatus was the most modern available at the time. The Department w...
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Additional Info
E-Flash
Posted on: December 13, 2022
Gifts and toys should inspire joy, not cause injuries. Thousands of children are seriously injured in toy-related incidents every year. Avoid safety hazards while gifting with these tips from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission:
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Additional Info
E-Flash
Posted on: December 12, 2022
Did you know that you can still support Riverside by shopping online? When you get packages shipped to your Riverside address a portion of the sales tax supports your local government. When you can’t shop local you can always ship local!
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 12, 2022
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 15, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Village Board will be Thursday, January 5, 2022.
View or download the cancellation notice here.
E-Flash
Posted on: December 10, 2022
Riverside Foods located at 48 E. Burlington Street, will have a trailer in their parking lot beginning Monday, December 12 until Sunday, December 18 for their Pack the Truck Donation Collection. Items needed are: toiletries, canned foods, soups, pasta, pa...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 6, 2022
The Preservation Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 7:00 pm at Riverside Township Hall, Room 4, 27 Riverside, Rd., Riverside, IL 60456
Public comments are welcome on any topic when received by email or in writing by the...
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View or download the meeting materials here
E-Flash
Posted on: December 9, 2022
You’ve probably heard: it might be harder to find the gifts you’re looking for this holiday season. Many of us might be looking for alternatives, like buying gifts locally — or maybe from online marketplaces or sites you foun...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 7, 2022
Today we are sharing a state of Illinois mental health service available to you. The Illinois Mental Health Collaborative Warm Line is a non-crisis service that connects individuals and families with specialists and mentors who can help support ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 6, 2022
A certificate of compliance is required by the Village when a property is sold. This process takes about two weeks to complete and begins when the sellers provide the Village with the closing date, buyer’s name, and submit a plat of survey no ol...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 5, 2022
Christmas tree fires are some of the deadliest home fires that firefighters and paramedics respond to. If you bring a live tree into your house, make sure to water it every day and do not leave the lights on when you are out of the house or asleep. &n...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 6, 2022
My Metra is the magazine for Metra customers. Each issue features important information for riders and the communities served, as well as features about the Metra system and its workers. In addition, find answers to your questions, enjoy fun features like...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 1, 2022
The Riverside Police Department conducted a traffic safety campaign from November 18-28, 2022, reminding motorists to buckle up and drive sober. The “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” mobiliza...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 30, 2022
The regular meeting of the Riverside Police Pension Board will be held on December 5, 2022 in Room 22 of the Riverside Township Hall at 8:00 a.m.
View or download the agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: November 30, 2022
The last yard waste pick up will occur tomorrow, December 1. Please note the following guidelines for yard waste pick-up provided by Flood Brothers:
- Yard waste consists of grass clippings, leaves, small shrubbery trimmings and plant materials such as weeds...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 29, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on December 1, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a ...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: November 30, 2022
The Village of Riverside office will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. beginning December 12, 2022 through December 19, 2022 for the purpose of accepting candidate petitions or certificates for the Consolidated Election to be held on April 4, 2023 for t...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 28, 2022
BNSF Railway will initiate a clean-up and safety initiative of its right-of-way through the Village over the next 6 weeks, requiring the removal of undergrowth and installation of a coated-chain link fence.
The current condition along the BNSF R...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 26, 2022
The Village of Riverside is revising the Zoning Ordinance to encourage the development and redevelopment of commercial properties on Harlem Avenue. As a member of the Riverside community, your opinions on future development on Harlem Avenue are important....
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Take the Survey Here.
E-Flash
Posted on: November 23, 2022
Work Completed this Week
- Contractor placed the final layer of asphalt (surface course) on Selborne Road (York Rd to Longcommon Rd)
- Contractor removed and replaced sidewalk at various locations in Riverside
- Seasonal Concepts placed topsoil for sod on Selborne...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 22, 2022
In an effort to achieve the most economical pricing from contractors, the Village typically plans sidewalk repairs in conjunction with the annual Street Improvements Program. The 2022 Streets Program utilized Motor Fuel Tax and Rebuild Illinois bond proce...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 14, 2022
The Historical Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold it's Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, November 21, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall at 27 Riverside Road.
View or download the meeting agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: November 18, 2022
Work Completed this Week
- Contractor paved the 1st layer (binder course) of asphalt on Selborne Road (York Rd to Longcommon Rd)
- Contractor poured concrete for the new sidewalk in Turtle Park
- Seasonal Concepts started landscaping (topsoil placement) on Selborn...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 17, 2022
Tree Trimming Notice
The Village's contractor, D Ryan Tree and Landscaping, will begin the 2022 cyclic tree trimming on Thursday, November 17. The area in which tree trimming will occur this year is color coded in yellow in the map below. The Vill...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 16, 2022
Thank you to Flood Brothers for agreeing to extend yard waste pickup to December 1!
Please note the following guidelines for yard waste pick-up provided by Flood Brothers:
- Yard waste consists of grass clippings, leaves, small shrubbery trimmings a...
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Additional Info
E-Flash
Posted on: November 15, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on November 17, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: November 15, 2022
The Village has been notified of door-to-door solicitors falsely representing our electric aggregation program supplier, MC Squared Energy Services (MC2). Please be assured that MC2 never sends solicitors door to door, nor do they make telephonic sales ou...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 16, 2022
As millions of motorists hit the road to celebrate Thanksgiving, Illinois law enforcement will be working around the clock to make sure holiday travelers are buckled up and driving safely. The Riverside Police Department is joining the Illinois Department...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 11, 2022
Work Completed this Week
- Contractor added stone and fine graded the stone base on Selborne Road (York Rd to Longcommon Rd)
- Contractor excavated soil and placing the stone base for the new sidewalk in Turtle Park
- Contractor framed for the new sidewalk in Turt...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 11, 2022
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE
Selborne Rd and Kent Rd
Reconstruction Project
Asphalt Paving Notification
Tomorrow, Saturday, November 12th, paving of the first layer of asphalt (binder course) will be completed on both Selborne Rd (Longcommon Rd to York Rd) a...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 11, 2022
The Landscape Advisory Commission is pleased to present “A Homeowner’s Guide to Living in a National Historic Landmark Landscape Village”. This informative handout is a resource for residents and explains how everyone can help manage and protect...
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Direct download link
E-Flash
Posted on: November 10, 2022
The Riverside Police Department is coordinating a Holiday Gift Project for Sarah’s Inn. You can participate by dropping off unwrapped gifts or gift cards at the Riverside Police Department lobby, located at 31 Riverside Rd.
Please drop...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 17, 2022
Food safety is important to review as you plan your holiday meal. Do you know the two safe ways to thaw your turkey?
Refrigerator Thawing
- Thaw turkey breast side up, in an unopened wrapper on a tray in the fridge (40 degrees F or below).
- Allow at l...
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Safe ways to thaw your Thanksgiving turkey
E-Flash
Posted on: November 21, 2022
Are you planning a big Thanksgiving feast with family and friends? This may mean you will spend more time than normal in the kitchen.
Cooking is the main cause of home fires any time of the year but it is especially common on Thanksgiving. The av...
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More information from FEMA
E-Flash
Posted on: November 8, 2022
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, November 10, 2022 in Room 4 of the Township Hall at 7:00 p.m.
View or download the agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: November 4, 2022
Selborne Road Reconstruction Project Update
Work Completed this Week (10/31-11/4)
- Contractor completed removing pavement, excavating dirt, placing geo-grid fabric, and placing stone base on Selborne Road (Lindberg Rd to Longcommon Road)
- Contractor ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 4, 2022
The Village website underwent a redesign in 2022 and was officially published in late October. Apparent in the new design are enhanced features that address accessibility and ease of access for all users. Please note the following changes:
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 2, 2022
A stray dog was picked up today from the 500 block of Selborne. The dog is female and did not have a collar or a chip. The dog will be transported to the Animal Care League in Oak Park. For more information, visit http://www.animalcarele...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 1, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on November 3, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a ...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: October 29, 2022
This afternoon, an engine of a passenger train was on fire. The Fire Department has extinguished the fire. No one was injured during this incident, however, the crossing at Longcommon Road will be closed for the next few hours as passengers will need to b...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 29, 2022
On Monday October 31st, during the Halloween trick or treating hours, the Village will have light towers placed at the intersections of Kent and Selborne Road and Lindberg and Selborne Road due to the concrete and resurfacing work that has been occurring...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 28, 2022
Work Completed this Week
- Excavating to subgrade, placing geo-grid fabric, and placing stone base on Selborne Road (Lindberg Road going north to Kent Rd)
- Pouring concrete for curb & gutter on Selborne Road (York Rd to Lindberg Rd)
- Pouring concr...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 28, 2022
Due to the expected warm weather as well as the Boo-at-the-Zoo event, the Brookfield Zoo is expecting high attendance this weekend, October 29-30. This may lead to more than normal traffic congestion during this time.
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 29, 2022
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Make sure you are up-to-date on the basics of “cyber hygiene” and use these easy ways to protect yourself online.
Here are four things you can do:
- Implement multi-factor authe...
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Find online security tips here
E-Flash
Posted on: October 28, 2022
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Intimate Partner Violence is prevalent in every community and affects everyone regardless of age, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, or nationality.
Did you kno...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 26, 2022
After Halloween, please consider composting your Halloween pumpkins. Flood Brothers will have a dumpster in the parking lot of Riverside Foods from Tuesday, November 1 until noon on Monday, November 7.
Thank you Flood Brothers and Riverside Foods...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 24, 2022
An emergency water repair will be taking place on Selborne Road between Kent and York Roads. The repair is expected to take 1-2 hours and will require a temporary water shut off. The Village thanks you for your patience regarding this matter.
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 24, 2022
Riverside Police Department’s Officer Johnson is a certified child safety seat technician. He is available to help with installing your car seat or checking to ensure your car seat is installed properly. He can also provide guidance to parents a...
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Additional Info
E-Flash
Posted on: October 24, 2022
Two stray pit bulls were turned over to the Riverside Police Department on Saturday, October 22. Please see the photos of a female brown and white pit bull with a pink collar and a gray male pit bull with a gray harness.
Both dogs were transporte...
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Additional Info
E-Flash
Posted on: October 24, 2022
The Cook County Source Grow Grant provides $10,000 grant funds to small businesses, coupled with advising and coaching services, to foster their recovery and resiliency from the pandemic, scale their operations and thrive in Cook County. The program is ac...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 21, 2022
The regular meeting of the Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission will be held on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at 7:00 PM in Room 4 of the Riverside Village Township Hall.
View the meeting agenda here
E-Flash
Posted on: October 21, 2022
Due to the expected warm weather as well as the Boo-at-the-Zoo event, the Brookfield Zoo is expecting high attendance this weekend, October 21-23. This may lead to more than normal traffic congestion during this time.
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 1, 2022
Now that Halloween is over, please consider composting your Halloween pumpkins. Flood Brothers will have a dumpster in the parking lot of Riverside Foods starting today until noon on Monday, November 7.
Thank you Flood Brothers and Riverside Food...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 31, 2022
Here's a scary statistic: Children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year. Lack of visibility because of low lighting at night also plays a factor in these incidents.
Keep these tips from ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 28, 2022
If you plan to pass out treats, please keep your front porch lights on from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Halloween, Monday, October 31. If you do not plan to pass out treats, do not put your front porch lights on. The village has created a PDF ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 22, 2022
Enjoy a safe and happy Halloween by following these guidelines from FDA, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
- Wear costumes that say “flame resistant” on the label. If you make your costume, use flame-...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 18, 2022
The Riverside Police Department has been awarded a Federal Fiscal Year 2023 Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant to conduct additional traffic safety efforts. The STEP program focuses on high-visibility enforcement and strategies ai...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 17, 2022
The Cook County Source Grow Grant provides $10,000 grants to small businesses, coupled with advising and coaching services, to foster their recovery and resiliency from the pandemic, scale their operations, and thrive in Cook County. For more in...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 14, 2022
Work Completed this Week
- M & J saw cutting removal limits on Selborne Road (York Rd to Longcommon Rd)
- M & J removing pavement, curb & gutter, driveways, and misc. sidewalk on Selborne Road (York Rd going north toward Lindberg Rd)
- M & J instal...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 14, 2022
Frederick Law Olmsted designed the parks in Riverside to provide changing vistas for both pedestrians & vehicles. His plan can be better realized by reducing shrub overgrowth, eliminating weeds & opening up the river view. Join us as we tame, and ...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 10, 2022
The Preservation Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at 7:00 pm at Riverside Township Hall, Room 4, 27 Riverside, Rd., Riverside, IL 60456
Public comments are welcome on any topic when received by email or in writing by the...
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View or download the meeting materials here
E-Flash
Posted on: October 15, 2022
Today's fire safety tip in honor of National Fire Prevention Week is on Cooking Safety:
People in the United States are most likely to experience a fire in their home than anywhere else. Cooking is the leading cause of home fires. Almost half (44...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 14, 2022
Today's fire safety tip in honor of National Fire Prevention Week is on Heat Safety:
- Make sure your choice of heating equipment is permitted by law in your community. For example, kerosene heaters are not allowed in all communities.&...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 13, 2022
National Fire Prevention Week is October 9-15! Throughout this week the Village will provide tips on Fire Prevention.
Plan your escape
Your ability to get out of your house during a fire depends on advance warning from smoke alarms and advance pla...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 12, 2022
National Fire Prevention Week is October 9-15! Throughout this week the Village will provide tips on Fire Prevention.
Smoke Alarms
Smoke alarms are a key part of a home fire escape plan. When there is a fire, smoke spreads fast. Working smoke alarms give yo...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 11, 2022
National Fire Prevention Week is October 9-15, throughout this week the Village will be providing tips on Fire Prevention.
Pets & Fire Safety
Pets give us comfort, friendship, and unconditional love. Our connection to them can be among the strongest rel...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 10, 2022
The Selborne Road and Kent Road paving project is moving forward. Last week the following work was completed:
- Seasonal Concepts installed tree protective fence at Selborne Road and Turtle Park area.
- Seasonal Concepts pruned trees at various locati...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 10, 2022
ComEd will begin infrastructure improvements along Barrypoint, Burling, Fairbank and Scottswood roads today, October 10. Please exercise caution while in the area.
E-Flash
Posted on: October 7, 2022
Arson Investigation/Arrest
On March 19, 2022 at approximately 3:40 AM the Riverside Fire and Police Departments were dispatched to the area of 170 W Burlington for the report of a possible fire in the area. Upon arrival of Fire Units, it was dete...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 7, 2022
Applications for the Cook County Promise Guaranteed Income Pilot are open now through October 21 at 11:59pm. Cook County encourages all eligible residents to apply for a chance to receive $500 monthly payments – with no strings attached - for tw...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 6, 2022
Join in the Fun with Chalk It Up Oak-tober!
The Village of Riverside’s Landscape Advisory Commission is sponsoring this fun activity.
To play, pick up a “Chalk IT UP FOR Oak-tober” bag with chalk and directions from t...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 6, 2022
Have you recently purchased or plan to purchase a new or used all-electric vehicle from an Illinois licensed dealer? You may be eligible for a rebate under the Electric Vehicle Rebate Program.
Rebate Amounts:
- A $4,000 rebate for the purc...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 4, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on October 6, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a r...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: October 4, 2022
Ecological restoration technicians will treat Swan Pond and Riverside Road for Reed Canary Grass and other invasive plants as required on Wednesday, October 5. Reed Canary Grass is an aggressive invasive plant that needs to be controlled to favor native p...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 4, 2022
Know your exposure risk if you were around a person with COVID-19.
Consider these factors to help determine the likelihood that you were infected.
Risk of transmission is increased when:
• Exposure ...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 13, 2022
The Cook County Source Grow Grant provides $10,000 grant funds to small businesses, coupled with advising and coaching services, to foster their recovery and resiliency from the pandemic, scale their operations and thrive in Cook County. The program is ac...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: October 3, 2022
The Village of Riverside’s engineering firm, Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd., will plant a Princeton American Elm on Wednesday, October 5th at 5:00 p.m. near the southern ball field at Harrington Park to celebrate the Morton Arboretum’s 100th anniv...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 28, 2022
Saturday, October 1st the Village of Riverside will be hosting the Tour de Proviso bike event from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. There will be over 450 riders participating in this event and there will be a temporary impact to traffic with several roa...
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Additional information is available here.
E-Flash
Posted on: September 27, 2022
The Village of Riverside started replacing all water meters throughout the Village in August of 2022.
Residents are responsible for the cost of the new meter. The Village has adopted a tiered approach to paying for water meters. For residents tha...
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Water Meter Replacement Flyer
E-Flash
Posted on: September 22, 2022
The Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting will be held in Room 4, Village Township Hall, on Wednesday, September 28, at 7:00 PM.
View the meeting agenda here
E-Flash
Posted on: September 28, 2022
The Riverside Township Mental Health Board continues to fund and partner with Riverside Brookfield High School and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to provide student mental wellness support through the Support4U cell phone texting...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 21, 2022
Join the Parks & Recreation Department for their annual event at the Historic Water Tower! Children get a hands-on experience with various vehicles and the people that operate them. We will have vehicles from the Public Works, Police, and Fire Departm...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 20, 2022
As a member of the Riverside community, your interest in maintaining the quality of life here into the future is important.
Beyond the efficiencies and improvements our Village has achieved to date, there are ways we can further reduce our envir...
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Take the Survey Now
E-Flash
Posted on: September 16, 2022
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the meeting should contact Director of Parks and Recreation Ron Malc...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: September 15, 2022
Mark your calendar for Harvest Bingo on Saturday, October 15 from 7:00 p.m. to Midnight. Harvest Bingo is a fundraiser hosted by Riverside Friends of the Library and takes place at the Riverside Township Auditorium, 27 Riverside Rd.
The event is ...
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Tickets
E-Flash
Posted on: September 15, 2022
Metra reached a tentative agreement with freight railroads and their unions, averting a strike that could have started tonight and halted service on the BNSF and three Union Pacific lines.
View Metra's Full Press Release Here.
E-Flash
Posted on: September 14, 2022
The Annual Person of the Year dinner is on Thursday, September 22 at the Riverside Golf Club. This year's honoree will be Constance Guardi. The cocktail hour, compliments of Constance and her husband Tom, will begin at 6:00 p.m., with dinner at 7:00 p.m. ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 14, 2022
A Potential Freight Railroad Strike may result in an inability for Metra to operate scheduled service of passenger trains starting Friday, September 16. Please read Metra's full press release for more details.
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View Metra's Full Press Release Here.
E-Flash
Posted on: September 13, 2022
Village Parking Machines operated by the app "Passport Parking" have been fixed and are working properly. The Village thanks your for your patience.
E-Flash
Posted on: September 13, 2022
Village Parking Machines operated by the app "Passport Parking" are currently out of order. Signs will be posted on the machine indicating they are out of order and individuals will not be ticketed in affected parking lots. The Village thanks yo...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 13, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on September 15, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring ...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: September 13, 2022
Residents on Lawton Road may experience a temporary water shut off over the next couple hours due to an emergency repair on a hydrant along the street. Residents should let their water run for a few minutes upon successful restoration. The Village thanks ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 9, 2022
The Riverside TV Commission will hold a regular meeting on Monday, September 12 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall. The Landscape Advisory and Economic Development Commissions will be meeting on Tuesday, September 13 at 7:00 p.m. The Ec...
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View the upcoming meeting agendas here.
E-Flash
Posted on: September 12, 2022
As a member of the Riverside community, your interest in maintaining the quality of life here into the future is important.
Beyond the efficiencies and improvements our Village has achieved to date, there are ways we can further reduce our envir...
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Take the Survey Now
E-Flash
Posted on: September 13, 2022
Calling all picnic hampers – both antique and backpack– Riversiders are cordially invited to the fifth annual Picnic by the Pond. Come celebrate the year of Frederick Law Olmsted’s 200th birthday!
On Sunday, Septembe...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 8, 2022
“Be Prepared” to see Boy Scouts from Troop 24 scraping and painting gas lamps on streets west of 1st Ave in the coming weeks. The streets include Waubansee, West Burlington, West Quincy, South Forbes, and North Forbes.
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 24, 2022
National Preparedness Month is observed each September to raise awareness about steps individuals, families and communities can take to be ready for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. This year’s National Preparedness Month theme is ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 10, 2022
National Preparedness Month is observed each September to raise awareness about steps individuals, families and communities can take to be ready for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. This year’s National Preparedness Month theme is ...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: September 8, 2022
As the Village of Riverside observes the month of September as National Suicide Prevention + Action Month, please take note of the valuable local resources available to support both the individuals in mental health crisis and those with loved one...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 6, 2022
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside has cancelled it's Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 8, 2022 in Room 4 of the Township Hall at 7:00 p.m. The Commission will hold its next regular meeting on Thursday...
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View or download the cancellation notice here.
E-Flash
Posted on: September 7, 2022
The Village’s contractor, Professional Paving & Concrete Company, will be applying pavement rejuvenation starting late Thursday night September 8th. Operations will be conducted overnight to limit the impact to residents and commuters. The roads invol...
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E-Flash
Posted on: September 6, 2022
The rescheduled regular meeting of the Riverside Police Pension Board will be held on September 8, 2022 in Room 22 of the Riverside Township Hall at 8:00 a.m.
View or download the agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: September 5, 2022
On Tuesday, September 6th Deleplaine Road between Burlington Street and Quincy Street will be closed from 9:00 a.m. to approximately 5:00 p.m. BNSF Engineering will be making repairs to the railroad crossing at that time.
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Map
E-Flash
Posted on: September 2, 2022
On Tuesday, September 6th Deleplaine Road between Burlington Street and Quincy Street will be closed from 9:00 a.m. to approximately 5:00 p.m. BNSF Engineering will be making repairs to the railroad crossing at that time.
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Map
E-Flash
Posted on: August 30, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on September 1, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: August 29, 2022
On August 29th 2022 at approximately 6:16 PM, Riverside Police Department was advised by the Stickney Police Department that they were following a stolen vehicle Northbound on the 3400 block of Harlem Avenue. Stickney Police requested assistance from the ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: August 30, 2022
Did you know that 9,298 people live in the Village of Riverside? How about that healthcare is the biggest employer of our residents? The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) just released a new Community Data Snapshot for the Village of Riversi...
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Download the Data Report Here
E-Flash
Posted on: August 29, 2022
Join the Village of Riverside Board of Trustees and Economic Development Commission to officially welcome the Sandtrap Grill and Tap to Riverside with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, September 2 at 6:00 p.m. Sandtrap is located at 31 Forest Avenue in...
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E-Flash
Posted on: August 27, 2022
The Village of Riverside Landscape Advisory Commission (LAC) currently has two open positions for Commissioners. These are volunteer positions. The LAC prepares and recommends to the Boards of Trustees a master landscape plan for all public areas, prepare...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: August 19, 2022
The Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting will be held in Room 4, Village Township Hall, on Wednesday, August 24, at 7:00 PM.
Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: August 19, 2022
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the meeting should contact Director of Parks and Recreation Ron Malc...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: August 16, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on August 18, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a r...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: August 17, 2022
COVID-19 and its variants continue to be a health issue. Please take a moment to read about the latest CDC recommendations for anyone exposed to COVID-19 as well as precautions to take if you test positive.
What to Do If You Were Exposed to COVID...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: August 15, 2022
School District 208 started classes today, Monday, August 15 and School District 96 starts on Monday, August 22. This is your friendly reminder from the Riverside Police Department to be mindful of safety as school traffic picks up again.
The Riv...
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E-Flash
Posted on: August 21, 2022
It's the 200th anniversary of Frederick Law Olmsted's birth, and what better way to celebrate than to take a Walking Tour of Olmsted's Riverside, America's first planned suburb, and a National Historic Site.
Ov...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: August 20, 2022
Frederick Law Olmsted designed the parks in Riverside to provide changing vistas for both pedestrians & vehicles. His plan can be better realized by reducing shrub overgrowth, eliminating weeds & opening up the river view. Join us as we tame, and ...
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Additional Info...
E-Flash
Posted on: August 9, 2022
Groveland Avenue will closed to all through traffic today, August 9 as crews will be completing road work. Work will continue over the next few days, but the road should be reopened to through traffic tomorrow, August 10. Certain portions may remain barri...
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E-Flash
Posted on: August 9, 2022
The Police Pension Board's Regularly Scheduled Meeting for August 11, 2022 has been rescheduled to September 1.
E-Flash
Posted on: August 4, 2022
The Village of Riverside Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a meeting on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at 7:00 PM at the Quincy Community Center, located at 43 E Quincy Street.
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet in person and phys...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: August 3, 2022
On August 1, 2022 at approximately 1:00 a.m. a Riverside Police Officer on patrol observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed as it crossed over the BNSF railroad tracks at the Longcommon crossing. The vehicle proceeded south on Riverside Road an...
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E-Flash
Posted on: August 16, 2022
The Village of Riverside will be replacing all water meters throughout the Village beginning in August of 2022. Riverside typically replaces its water meters every 15-20 years due to meter inaccuracies as they age. The new water meters will operate under ...
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Water Meter Replacement Flyer
E-Flash
Posted on: August 2, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on August 4, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a re...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: August 19, 2022
As families and friends plan their end-of-summer celebrations for Labor Day weekend, the Riverside Police Department is partnering with the Illinois State Police and law enforcement across the state to stop impaired driving and help save lives.
Ex...
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E-Flash
Posted on: July 28, 2022
For Immediate Release from the Office of the Director of Public Safety
July 27, 2022
Armed Robbery Investigation
Incident Information:
On July 26th 2022 at approximately 8PM, Riverside Police was dispatched to the report of an armed robbery that had just occu...
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E-Flash
Posted on: July 27, 2022
Effective June 1, the Village’s water/sewer rate was increased. This increase is based upon the increase in cost of water from The Village of McCook and the increase in union wages. The Village’s current water/sewer rate of $15.72 per ...
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Posted on: July 30, 2022
Today is the day! Come to Big Ball Park and watch the historic match between the Chicago Salmon and Blue Island Brewmasters! The Vintage Baseball game starts at 1 PM. Bring the family, some chairs or a blanket, and have a r...
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Posted on: July 28, 2022
Chicago Salmon or Blue Island Brewmasters? Who are you rooting for? The Vintage Baseball game has interesting rules of play – come see for yourself! Bats must be “must be made of wood, and may be of any l...
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Posted on: July 27, 2022
Starting Thursday, July 28 and running through Sunday, July 31, Metra will provide extra trains, expand passenger capacity and adjust schedules on most lines to accommodate the increase in ridership anticipated during the Lollapalooza festival. CTA will a...
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Posted on: July 27, 2022
WGN Radio will spotlight Riverside and Brookfield on Thursday, July 28 on the monthly Your Hometown show. Please disregard our earlier email that stated the show was today, July 27.
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Posted on: August 1, 2022
Keep up with the latest news in Riverside! Check out the new edition of The Riverside Review. This newsletter is mailed with the bi-monthly water bill.
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Posted on: July 26, 2022
The Household Waste & Recycling Event scheduled for August 13, to be hosted at Victor J. Andrew High School in Tinley Park has been postponed. No further information is available right now, but we will share an update when a new date is anno...
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Posted on: July 22, 2022
The Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting will be held in Room 4, Village Township Hall, on Wednesday, July 27, at 7:00 PM.
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Posted on: July 22, 2022
The Riverside Parks & Recreation Board Special and Regular Meetings are scheduled for Monday, July 25, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Center at 43 E. Quincy Street.
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Posted on: July 20, 2022
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 21, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Village Board will be Thursday, August 4, 2022.
View or download the cancellation notice here.
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Posted on: September 12, 2022
This Mental Health Monday post highlights a local organization you should know about.
Finding affordable services for behavioral health can be challenging. Do you know about Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc. (H.A.S.), a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization...
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Posted on: August 8, 2022
Welcome to Mental Health Monday! We will share local mental health resources on the 2nd Monday of each month.
Did you know:
- 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year
- 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year
- 1 in 6...
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Posted on: July 19, 2022
Riverside Responds is the Village's resident service request app, where users may notify departments of any non-emergency issues, receive status updates on reported issues, and be informed of Village services. The app was previously experiencing ...
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Posted on: July 15, 2022
A Household Waste Recycling Event is taking place on Saturday, August 13 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Victor J. Andrew High School, 9001 W. 171st Street in Tinley Park. The event is free and open to all Illinois Residents. Reservations must be...
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Posted on: July 16, 2022
The Village of Riverside has been designated by the EPA as an EPA Green Power Community! Riverside utilizes Renewable Energy Credits from wind generation resources for our eligible Municipal Electric Aggregation residents and small businesses. W...
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Posted on: July 13, 2022
The Public Works Department is still attending to loose hanging branches in trees throughout the Village due to the June 13 storm. Once these matters have been addressed, the focus will shift to removing the stumps of the cut down trees. We appreciate you...
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Posted on: July 8, 2022
On Thursday, July 14, ecological restoration technicians will continue treating invasive plants in Swan Pond and along Riverside Road.
The Village is aware of the public concern regarding the use of herbicides and in the future will provide as much notice ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: July 12, 2022
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside has a regular meeting scheduled for July 14, 2022. The meeting will take place in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall located at 27 Riverside Road.
View or download the agenda here.
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Posted on: July 10, 2022
Incident Information:
On July 10, 2022 at approximately 2:20 PM the Riverside Fire and Police Departments were dispatched to the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad between Cowley and Longcommon Road for the report of a pedestrian struck by a train. Upon...
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E-Flash
Posted on: July 8, 2022
On Monday, July 11, ecological restoration technicians will be treating invasive plants in Swan Pond and along Riverside Road. Invasive plants such as Reed Canary Grass and Canadian Thistle are being targeted to control invasive, non-native weeds. It is i...
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Posted on: July 24, 2022
It's the 200th anniversary of Frederick Law Olmsted's birth, and what better way to celebrate than to take a Walking Tour of Olmsted's Riverside, America's first planned suburb, and a National Historic Site. Two separate docent-led tours alternate monthly...
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Posted on: July 18, 2022
Frederick Law Olmsted designed the parks in Riverside to provide changing vistas for both pedestrians & vehicles. His plan can be better realized by reducing shrub overgrowth, eliminating weeds & opening up the river view. Join us as we tame, and ...
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Posted on: July 6, 2022
The Landscape Advisory Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold it's Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 12, 2022 in Room 4 of the Township Hall at 7:00 p.m.
View or download the meeting agenda here.
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Posted on: July 5, 2022
This is the official statement from the Chicago Zoological Society regarding the incident this evening at Brookfield Zoo:
News Release
July 5, 2022 ...
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Posted on: July 5, 2022
UPDATE: All zoogoers and staff have now safely exited the zoo. The zoo will host a media briefing at approximately 8:30 p.m.
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Posted on: July 5, 2022
Community Alert: As related by Brookfield Zoo, please know that the police presence at the Zoo is out of an abundance of caution for attendees and the surrounding community due to a potential threat. Please keep clear of the area.
The zoo said it...
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Posted on: July 5, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on July 7, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any individ...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
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Posted on: July 6, 2022
Pull up your suspenders and grab those wooden bats. It’s time to watch Vintage Baseball, a new tradition at Riverside’s Big Ball Park will face off Saturday, July 30 at 1:00 p.m. Admission is free for all.
Vintage baseball is a time-hon...
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Read the rules for Vintage Baseball here
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Posted on: June 30, 2022
Every dog and cat old enough for a rabies inoculation should be registered and licensed with the Village. Pet licenses must be renewed annually before June 30. The cost of a pet tag is $10. This fee increases to $15 after the renewal pe...
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Posted on: June 30, 2022
Riverside residents must purchase and display a vehicle sticker for every vehicle that is registered to a Riverside address. A vehicle sticker must be obtained regardless of where the vehicle is garaged or stored. Vehicles housed by Riverside residents bu...
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Posted on: June 24, 2022
Every dog and cat old enough for a rabies inoculation should be registered and licensed with the Village. Pet licenses must be renewed annually before June 30. The cost of a pet tag is $10. This fee increases to $15 after the renewal pe...
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Posted on: June 24, 2022
Riverside residents must purchase and display a vehicle sticker for every vehicle that is registered to a Riverside address. A vehicle sticker must be obtained regardless of where the vehicle is garaged or stored. Vehicles housed by Riverside residents bu...
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Posted on: June 22, 2022
If you or someone you know receives SNAP benefits, please be aware that food bought with SNAP benefits may be replaced if destroyed in a disaster. This includes fires, floods, tornadoes or other devastating events. The widespread power outages last week d...
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Posted on: June 21, 2022
The Village of Riverside has received significant help it its clean-up efforts following the severe weather event last week. We want to thank our neighboring communities for sending staff to help in these efforts! Twelve municipalities plus Cook County st...
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Posted on: June 21, 2022
Please click the link below to read the Village of Riverside's annual drinking water report for calendar year 2021. The Village of Riverside is committed to providing the highest quality drinking water to our residents and businesses. Our water i...
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Posted on: June 20, 2022
E. Quincy Street, Lawton Road, S. Delaplaine Road and West Ave will be closed intermittently on the morning of June 21 to aid in the storm clean up efforts. The Village appreciates your patience as we continue our efforts to clean-up following last week's...
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Posted on: June 21, 2022
Are you a Metra Rider?
Metra is currently soliciting feedback from riders and the public about proposed revisions to its mission and vision statements and about new strategic goals for the agency. The feedback will be used to help create Metra&am...
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Complete BNSF Line schedule
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Posted on: June 17, 2022
The Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting will be held in Room 4, Village Township Hall, on Wednesday, June 22, at 7:00 PM.
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Posted on: June 17, 2022
Crews will be removing brush on Gage and Olmsted Roads. There will be no parking from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. tomorrow.
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Posted on: June 17, 2022
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside has scheduled a Special Meeting for June 29, 2022. The meeting will take place on Zoom. A Zoom link will be provided on June 29 by 4pm.
View or download the agenda here.
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Posted on: June 17, 2022
The sidewalk connecting Commuter Lot 1 to the Train Station will be closed until further notice. There are currently tree parts and branches blocking portions of the sidewalk. BNSF work crews will be out to remove the debris soon. In the meantime, please ...
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Posted on: June 16, 2022
The Historical Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold it's Rescheduled Meeting on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. The meeting was moved from June 20, 2022 due to Village offices being closed in observance of Juneteenth.
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View or download the meeting agenda here.
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Posted on: June 18, 2022
To reduce the mosquito population around your home and property, eliminate all standing water and debris. Here are some spots where water can collect or where poor maintenance can cause problems.
A pool cover that collects water, neglected swimming pool, h...
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Posted on: June 16, 2022
Early voting will take place June 13-27. All registered voters are eligible to vote early. As a reminder, voters who take place in early voting must participate in person. A list of early voting locations for Suburban Cook County voters can be f...
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Early Voting Locations
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Posted on: June 14, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on June 16, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any indivi...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
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Posted on: June 14, 2022
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside has cancelled it's Special Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 14, 2022 in Room 22 of the Township Hall at 7:00 p.m. The Landscape Advisory Commission will hold its regular meeting o...
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View or download the cancellation notice here.
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Posted on: June 14, 2022
In tandem with tree and debris removal, ComEd is working with the Village to restore power to the area as quickly as possible. Residents are urged to contact ComEd at 1-800-334-7661 to report outages if they have not already. You may also visit comed.com&...
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Posted on: June 13, 2022
Village staff is aware of the storm and wind damage present throughout the Village and is working diligently with ComEd to restore power, clear debris, and keep the community safe.
Residents are urged to call the Village’s non-emergency dispatch ...
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Posted on: June 13, 2022
Riverside residents must purchase and display a vehicle sticker for every vehicle that is registered to a Riverside address. A vehicle sticker must be obtained regardless of where the vehicle is garaged or stored. Vehicles housed by Riverside residents bu...
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Posted on: June 13, 2022
Every dog and cat old enough for a rabies inoculation should be registered and licensed with the Village. Pet licenses must be renewed annually before June 30. The cost of a pet tag is $10. This fee increases to $15 after the renewal pe...
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Posted on: June 10, 2022
The Riverside TV Commission will meet on Monday, June 13, 2022, at 7:00 p.m., in Room 4 at Village Township Hall. Please visit the village website to view or download the agenda for the meeting.
View or download the agenda here.
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Posted on: June 10, 2022
The Landscape Advisory Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold it's Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 14, 2022 in Room 4 of the Township Hall at 7:00 p.m.
View or download the meeting agenda here.
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Posted on: May 6, 2022
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside has scheduled a Special Meeting for June 14, 2022. The meeting will take place in Room 22 of Village Hall at 7:00 p.m.
View or download the agenda here.
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Posted on: June 10, 2022
The Riverside Parks & Recreation Board Special Meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 13, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Center at 43 E. Quincy Street.
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Posted on: June 11, 2022
It is that time of the year when many homeowners will be spending time outside enjoying their backyards and utilizing outdoor fireplaces. Outdoor fireplaces can be a fantastic addition to your yard, providing warmth and ambiance. But when you use your out...
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Posted on: June 9, 2022
Every dog and cat old enough for a rabies inoculation should be registered and licensed with the Village. Pet licenses must be renewed annually before June 30. The cost of a pet tag is $10. This fee increases to $15 after the renewal pe...
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Posted on: June 9, 2022
Riverside residents must purchase and display a vehicle sticker for every vehicle that is registered to a Riverside address. A vehicle sticker must be obtained regardless of where the vehicle is garaged or stored. Vehicles housed by Riverside residents bu...
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Posted on: June 7, 2022
Ruse Burglary incidents usually occur in daylight hours. The offender will literally walk right into someone’s home for the purpose of stealing valuables like jewelry or money. Many times the homeowner is home or on the property. If the offenders are caug...
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FTC consumer scam website
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Posted on: June 8, 2022
The Riverside Arts Weekend is back this year at Train Station! The event will take place June 11 & 12 from 11:00 am. To 4:00 p.m. daily. Stop by this free event for music, food & drink vendors, and the art spectacle – painted train tables.
Please n...
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Posted on: June 6, 2022
In harmony with the Village of Riverside's commitment to nature, the Landscape Advisory Commission (LAC) worked with the Public Works department to designate a 400 square foot patch along the west end of the library as a 'no mow&apos...
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Posted on: August 9, 2022
The Preservation Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 7:00 pm at Riverside Township Hall, Room 4, 27 Riverside, Rd., Riverside, IL 60456
Public comments are welcome on any topic when received by email or in writing by the ...
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Posted on: May 31, 2022
Ecological restoration technicians will treat Swan Pond for Reed Canary Grass on Thursday, June 2. Reed Canary Grass is an invasive plant that needs to be controlled.
The Village requests that residents not use these areas for 12 hours following ...
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Posted on: June 2, 2022
Riverside Township Mental Health Board is hosting a Community Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, June 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at North Riverside Commons building, 2401 S. DesPlaines Ave., North Riverside.
All ages are welcome to attend...
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Posted on: May 26, 2022
Traffic will be congested this morning from 9:45 AM to 10 AM on Riverside Road and by Fire Station 1 due to the funeral procession of retired Riverside Fire Chief Anthony Bednarz.
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Posted on: May 25, 2022
Farmer's Market starts on June 1 and runs every Wednesday from 2:30-7:00 pm in downtown Riverside through October 5.
Stop by the weekly Farmer's Market to pick up fresh produce and enjoy a first class event. Our market features ...
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visit the Farmer's Market website
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Posted on: May 25, 2022
Did you know that home-based food businesses are subject to Cottage Food Law? The law allows food entrepreneurs to start small, test their products, and grow a customer base before deciding whether or not to scale into a commercial kitchen.
As de...
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Download the 2022 IDPH Cottage Food Guide
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Posted on: May 24, 2022
If you had a vehicle sticker or pet tag last year, this year you would be considered a "renewal." Renewal invoices for vehicle stickers and pet tags were sent out in the mail this morning; expect to receive them in the next few days. please WAIT...
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Posted on: May 24, 2022
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside has canceled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 2, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Village Board will be Thursday, June 16, 2022.
View or download the cancellation notice here.
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Posted on: May 24, 2022
The Riverside Police Pension Board will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2022 in Room 22 of the Riverside Township Hall located at 27 Riverside Road.
View or download the agenda here.
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Posted on: May 25, 2022
The annual Riverside Community Memorial Day Ceremony to remember and honor the “Riverside 54” Soldiers who were killed and buried at sea will be held at the St. Mary Church Parish Center. The ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m. Plenty of parking will be ava...
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Posted on: May 20, 2022
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the meeting should contact Director of Parks and Recreation Ron Malc...
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Posted on: May 21, 2022
What to plant this spring: try adding Spring Ephemerals to your garden
Spring Ephemerals are native plants that help feed pollinators, making these plants a great addition to your garden. The bloom times vary within the March to June time frame. As the hea...
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Spring Ephemeral List
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Posted on: May 18, 2022
On May 19, sewer work will be completed on Southcote Road between Uvedale and Downing Roads. The road will be closed to thru traffic during this time.
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Posted on: May 17, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on May 19, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a reas...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
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Posted on: May 13, 2022
Last week, substantial debris accumulated by the Forest Avenue Bridge due to heavy rains. Timely resident reports as well as coordination and cleanup by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) and Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) ex...
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Posted on: May 13, 2022
Riverside Responds is the Village's resident service request app, where users may notify departments of any non-emergency issues, receive status updates on reported issues, and be informed of Village services. The app was previously experiencing ...
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Posted on: May 13, 2022
If you have a Landmark home, read on for the following information: what is a Certificate of Appropriateness, when you need to obtain one, and the process for applying.
To verify if your home is a local historic landmark, contact the Community De...
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Certificate of Appropriateness Application
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Posted on: May 11, 2022
District 96 Parents,
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1st? If you have not already done so, please use the link below to register them for kindergarten for the 2022-23 school year.
https://www.district9...
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Posted on: May 6, 2022
The Landscape Advisory Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold it's Special Meeting scheduled for Friday, May 13, 2022. The meeting will be held outside Village Hall and include a walk to the Swan Pond to meet for Integrated Lakes Manage...
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View or download the special meeting agenda here.
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Posted on: May 13, 2022
The Frederick Law Olmsted Society and the Village are holding a Landscape Workday this Saturday, May 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Harrington Park. Look for the Riverside Public Works dump truck and join us for however long you’d like! Sup...
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Posted on: May 9, 2022
The Village is aware of an increase in the number of low flying aircrafts over Riverside. The Village has filed a complaint with the Chicago Department of Aviation and has inquired about the recent changes in the flight pattern to gain an understanding of...
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Posted on: May 21, 2022
The Village of Riverside and Flood Brothers are partnering to help residents dispose of household hazards on Saturday, May 21. The Household Hazards, Recycling and Shredding event will be held at the Riverside Public Works Facility, 3860 Columbus Boulevar...
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Posted on: May 20, 2022
The Village of Riverside and Flood Brothers are partnering to help residents dispose of household hazards on Saturday, May 21. The Household Hazards, Recycling and Shredding event will be held at the Riverside Public Works Facility, 3860 Columbus Boulevar...
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Posted on: May 14, 2022
The Village of Riverside and Flood Brothers are partnering to help residents dispose of household hazards on Saturday, May 21. The Household Hazards, Recycling and Shredding event will be held at the Riverside Public Works Facility, 3860 Columbus Boulevar...
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Posted on: May 6, 2022
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for May 12, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Economic Development Commission will be July 14, 2022.
View or download the cancellation notice here.
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Posted on: May 6, 2022
The Village of Riverside is aware of the substantial debris that has accumulated by the Forest Avenue bridge due to the heavy rains. We have contacted Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) and Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), as they...
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Posted on: May 6, 2022
The Landscape Advisory Commission of the Village of Riverside will hold it's Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 10, 2022. The meeting will be held in Room 4 of the Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Rd.
View or download the agenda here.
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Posted on: May 7, 2022
Mulching is one of many beneficial practices a homeowner can do for the health of their tree. Mulch can reduce water loss from the soil, minimize weed and turf grass competition for nutrients and water, and improve overall soil structure over ti...
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Posted on: May 6, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Sgt. Brian Greenenwald
Riverside Police Department reminds motorists to
‘Click It or Ticket’
Riverside, IL — The Riverside Police Department today announced...
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Posted on: May 5, 2022
For Immediate Release from the Office of the Director of Public Safety
May 5, 2022
Fatal Accident Investigation
Update
Incident Information:
On Saturday April 30th 2022 at approximately 8 PM, Riverside Police and Fire Departments were dispa...
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Posted on: May 6, 2022
1. Scammers PRETEND to be from an organization you know.
Scammers often pretend to be contacting you on behalf of the government. They might use a real name, like the Social Security Administration, the IRS, or Medicare, or make ...
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Posted on: May 4, 2022
The Riverside Police Pension Board will meet at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 9, 2022 in Room 22 of the Riverside Township Hall located at 27 Riverside Road.
View or download the agenda here.
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Posted on: May 4, 2022
As of this morning, ecological restoration technicians are in the process of treating invasive plants in Swan Pond. This process will continue down Riverside Road this afternoon. Invasive plants such as Reed Canary Grass and Canadian Thistle are being tar...
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Posted on: May 3, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on May 5, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any individu...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
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Posted on: May 3, 2022
District 96 Parents,
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1st? If you have not already done so, please use the link below to register them for kindergarten for the 2022-23 school year. Registrations completed by April 29th wil...
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Posted on: May 3, 2022
Are you improving your home to add value or planning to move soon?
When you choose to complete home improvements without obtaining a permit from the Village, you must ask, “Is it worth the risk?”
The Village of Riverside requir...
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Posted on: May 2, 2022
Read on for information about ComEd Bill Management Tools and Energy Efficient Options that may be available to help you. New Savings for Everyone Starting now, there are no additional fees for payments made by credit or debit ...
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Posted on: May 1, 2022
For Immediate Release from the Office of the Director of Public Safety
April 30, 2022
Fatal Accident Investigation
Incident Information:
On Saturday April 30th 2022 at approximately 8 PM, Riverside Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to the area of Fi...
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Posted on: April 26, 2022
Some residents may have received a notice from ComEd, “Confirmation of Change in Electric Supplier,” indicating your account is being moved from our current aggregation program supplier MC Squared Energy Services (MC2) to ComEd. You ne...
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Posted on: April 26, 2022
AT&T will be conducting work in the vicinity of Blackhawk Rd, Olmsted Rd, S. Delaplaine Rd, and Lionel Rd to install fiber optic cable. This project will take place in phases over the next couple of weeks.
For questions and concerns, contact...
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Posted on: April 26, 2022
Plan to drop by the 200th Birthday Party for Frederick Law Olmsted TODAY - Tuesday, April 26 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, hosted by the Village of Riverside Historical Commission. The open house style event will be held at the Riverside Train Station. The celebr...
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Posted on: April 22, 2022
Due to the expected warm weather, the Brookfield Zoo is expecting high attendance on Saturday, April 23rd. In addition, an Earth Day Recycle Event is taking place in the Zoo’s Northwest Parking lot on Saturday until 2pm. Peop...
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Posted on: April 23, 2022
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, April 26 and plan to drop by the 200th Birthday Party for Frederick Law Olmsted, hosted by the Village of Riverside Historical Commission. The open house style event will be held at the Riverside Train Station fro...
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Posted on: April 21, 2022
On April 1, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) began an overlay project on Illinois Route 43 (Harlem Avenue) at 26th Street going north for 4.49 miles and ending just south of Illinois Route 64 (North Avenue). The project is taking...
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Posted on: April 18, 2022
Trees provide a beautiful green canopy for our communities and are a powerful and effective form of green infrastructure. A medium-sized oak tree can help prevent flooding and improve water quality by absorbing 2,800 gallons of rainfall per year. The Metr...
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Posted on: April 19, 2022
Plan to drop by the 200th Birthday Party for Frederick Law Olmsted on Tuesday, April 26 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, hosted by the Village of Riverside Historical Commission. The open house style event will be held at the Riverside Train Station. The celebration...
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Posted on: April 14, 2022
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 21, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Village Board will be Thursday, April 5, 2022.
View or download the cancellation notice here.
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Posted on: February 25, 2022
The Riverside Police Pension Board will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall located at 27 Riverside Road.
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E-Flash
Posted on: April 14, 2022
Village Offices will be closed on Friday, April 15, 2022 in observance of the Spring Holiday. Refuse collection will occur as regularly scheduled.
E-Flash
Posted on: April 14, 2022
The Preservation Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, April 14, 2022 at 7:00 pm at Riverside Township Hall, Room 4, 27 Riverside, Rd., Riverside, IL 60456
Public comments are welcome on any topic when received by email or in writing by the V...
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E-Flash
Posted on: May 6, 2022
The Riverside TV Commission will meet on Monday, May 9, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. Please visit the village website to view or download the agenda for the meeting.
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E-Flash
Posted on: April 27, 2022
At the April 7 Village Board meeting, President Ballerine signed a proclamation declaring April 29, 2022 as “Arbor Day” in the Village of Riverside. The proclamation encourages all citizens to plant and care for trees and to promote the protection and car...
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Arbor Day 2022 Proclamation
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Posted on: April 5, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on April 7, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any indivi...
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E-Flash
Posted on: April 5, 2022
The Frederick Law Olmsted Society and the Village will be kicking off the Landscape Workday Season this Saturday, April 9, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Big Ball Park. Look for the Riverside Public Works dump truck and join us for however long you&r...
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E-Flash
Posted on: April 4, 2022
The Riverside Public Library will be closed tomorrow, April 5, for a staff in-service day. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, April 6.
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Posted on: April 1, 2022
On March 17, 2022, Village Forester Mike Collins and Public Works staff conducted an ecological burn in the Swan Pond area. The Village periodically conducts ecological burns during the spring and fall seasons to encourage growth of native vegetation as w...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 31, 2022
The Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board of the Riverside Fire Department will meet on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the second floor classroom at the Fire Department Training Center located at 45 Riverside Road, Riverside, Illinois.
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 26, 2022
On March 20th 2022, at approximately 10:40 PM, Riverside Police Department was dispatched to the 300 block of Shenstone for the report of a subject who was observed on video attempting to gain entry to the vehicles parked in the rear of a residence. Offic...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 23, 2022
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 or have mild symptoms and are waiting for test results?
- Isolate. Stay at home for at least 5 days.
- Wear a mask, stay in a separate room from other people, and use a separate bathroom if you can.
- Do not travel for 10 days...
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View additional COVID-19 updates here.
E-Flash
Posted on: March 21, 2022
The Riverside Public Library is kicking off a Strategic Long Range Planning process and would like to learn more about what our patrons value about the Library; what services they use; and what they would like to see in the future. Even if you d...
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Click here to fill out the survey
E-Flash
Posted on: March 17, 2022
As the weather warms it is important to be aware of the Village’s door-to-door solicitation policy. Soliciting door to door is not allowed without a permit. Any organization, both charitable and commercial, wishing to solicit or hand out flyers ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 17, 2022
Thank you to Flood Brothers for agreeing to begin yard waste pick-up a week early! Yard waste collection will begin on Thursday, March 31st and go through the end of November.
Please note the following guidelines for yard waste pick-up provided by Flood Br...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 17, 2022
The Public Works Department will be conducting a controlled ecological burn in the Swan Pond area this morning, March 17th, starting at 10:00 a.m. and ending around 5:00 p.m. Please note that access to the area will be closed. The ecological burn will con...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 15, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on March 17, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any indiv...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: March 11, 2022
The Riverside TV Commission will meet on Monday, March 14, 2022, at 7:00 p.m., electronically via Zoom. Please visit the village website to view or download the agenda for the meeting.
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Village of Riverside is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom mee...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 8, 2022
The Riverside Economic Development Commission will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 10, 2022.
The Riverside Economic Development Commission will meet in person. Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to...
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E-Flash
Posted on: March 1, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on March 3, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any indivi...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: March 1, 2022
In order to be eligible for emergency mortgage assistance provided by the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA), the homeowner must:
- Have experienced a COVID-19- related hardship after January 21, 2020.
- Be delinquent on mortgage and/or property taxe...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 25, 2022
The Riverside Police Pension Board will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall located at 27 Riverside Road.
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 25, 2022
Due to the ongoing public health emergency, and consistent with the Governor’s most recent emergency declaration, and the recent amendments made to the Open Meetings Act in Public Act 101-640, this meeting will be conducted electronically. Publi...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 25, 2022
Based on Governor Pritzker’s announcement to end the State mask mandate, effective February 28, 2022, the Village of Riverside will transition to masks being optional but recommended for visitors at Village facilities and meetings.
It is important to note ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 18, 2022
The Riverside Historical Commission will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 21, 2022.
The Historical Commission will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 16, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on February 17, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any in...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 15, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, located at 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m. on February 17, 2022.
The Board of Trustees will meet in person and physical spacing will be observed. Any in...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 7, 2022
The Riverside Police Pension Board will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 10, 2022 in Room 22 of the Riverside Township Hall located at 27 Riverside Road.
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 4, 2022
The Landscape Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road, Riverside, IL. Please visit the village website to view or download the agenda f...
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View or download the Agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: February 2, 2022
Refuse collection will occur as regularly scheduled this Thursday, February 3, 2022.
In order for the Public Works Department to properly clear the streets of snow, garbage and recycling cans must remain on the parkway. Placing your garbage or recycling ca...
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E-Flash
Posted on: February 2, 2022
Individuals wishing to participate via public comments at this evening's Board of Education Meeting can do so in one of two ways:
- Send your comments via email to publiccomment@district96.org, OR
- Join the Zoom Webinar and be added as a Presenter du...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 28, 2022
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 3, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Village Board will be Thursday, February 17, 2022.
View or download the cancellation notice here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 21, 2022
The Riverside Historical Commission will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 24, 2022 on Zoom.
Due to the ongoing public health emergency, and consistent with the Governor’s most recent emergency declaration, various Executive Orders entered by ...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 14, 2022
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 20, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Village Board will be Thursday, February 3, 2022.
View or download the cancellation notice here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 14, 2022
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Riverside and surrounding communities have experienced mail delivery issues associated with the United States Postal Service (USPS).
Residents are encouraged to sign up for online bill pay on the village website at...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 11, 2022
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 13, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Economic Development Commission will be Thursday, March 10, 2022.
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View or download the cancellation notice here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 11, 2022
The Economic Development Commission of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 13, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Economic Development Commission will be Thursday, March 10, 2022.
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View or download the cancellation notice here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 17, 2022
Village Offices will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022 in observance of Martin Luther King Junior Day. Refuse collection will occur as regularly scheduled.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 11, 2022
The CDC now recommends that adolescents age 12 to 17 years old should receive a booster shot 5 months after their initial Pfizer-BioNTech vaccination series.
Data shows that COVID-19 boosters help broaden and strengthen protection against Omicron and other...
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Learn more about booster eligibility here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 11, 2022
The last day to dispose of Christmas trees will be this week, on Thursday, January 13, 2022.
All holiday greenery, including Christmas trees and decorative holiday wreaths, must have tinsel, ornaments and lights removed from them before being placed at the...
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E-Flash
Posted on: January 6, 2022
The Landscape Advisory Commission of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 11, 2022. The next Regular Meeting of the Landscape Advisory Commission will be Tuesday, February 8, 2022.
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View or download the cancellation notice here.
E-Flash
Posted on: January 4, 2022
The Village Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting on Zoom at 7:00 p.m. on January 6, 2022.
Due to the ongoing public health emergency, and consistent with the Governor’s most recent emergency declaration, various Executive Orders entered by the...
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View or download the meeting materials here.
E-Flash
Posted on: December 30, 2021
The Landscape Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 4, 2022. This will be a Zoom meeting. Find the Zoom Link on the LAC page of the website. The public is welcome to participate via Zoom. &nb...
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View or download the Agenda here.
E-Flash
Posted on: December 29, 2021
The Village of Riverside has a limited number of face masks available for purchase. Wear your pride in Riverside, while practicing safety protocols.
Village of Riverside masks cost $10.00 and shipping is included. Masks will be mailed to the address you pr...
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Purchase your Riverside mask here.
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Posted on: December 28, 2021

E-Flash
Posted on: December 28, 2021
CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker has directed the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) to enhance its partnerships with local health department mass vaccination operations throughout ...
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Cook County Vaccination Appointments
E-Flash
Posted on: December 23, 2021
The Cook County Department of Public Health has announced that effective January 3, 2022, proof of vaccination will be required for entry into all indoor public spaces. This regulation applies to indoor public spaces such as restaurants, health ...
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Read the Press Release here.
E-Flash
Posted on: December 14, 2021
The Village of Riverside is currently ranked #3 by the EPA in terms of percentage of green power vs. total power consumed. Thank you to everyone who participates in the Electric Aggregation program! It will be difficult to remain at th...
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E-Flash
Posted on: December 14, 2021
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside has cancelled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 16, 2021. The next Regular Meeting of the Village Board will be Thursday, January 6, 2022. The meeting will be broadcast live ...
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View or download the cancellation notice here.
E-Flash
Posted on: December 10, 2021
The Riverside TV Commission will meet on Monday, December 13, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road, Riverside, IL. Please visit the village website to view or download the agenda for the meeting. &nbs...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 30, 2021
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverside will meet on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road.
MEETING AND PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES: The Board of Trustees will meet in person and physica...
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E-Flash
Posted on: November 14, 2021
On November 13, 2021, at approximately 1:00 PM the Riverside Police Department was dispatched to 63 Forest Avenue for the report of a possible burglary to an apartment. Upon arrival, officers entered an apartment unit and located two individuals who were ...
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Press Release available here.
E-Flash
Posted on: November 14, 2021
On November 13, 2021, at approximately 1:00 PM, the Riverside Police Department was dispatched to 63 Forest Ave for the report of a possible burglary to an apartment. Upon arrival, officers entered an apartment unit and located two individuals who were un...
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Press Release available here.
E-Flash
Posted on: November 10, 2021
The Riverside Historical Commission will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 15, 2021, in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road, Riverside, Illinois. Masks are required for all who attend regardless of vaccination status. &a...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 14, 2021
The Riverside Historical Commission will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 18, 2021, in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road, Riverside, Illinois. Masks are required for all who attend regardless of vaccination status. &am...
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E-Flash
Posted on: October 14, 2021
The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will meet in Executive Session next Monday and Tuesday, October 18 & 19, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. in the Parks & Recreation Community Center at 43 East Quincy Street.
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View or download the Agendas here.
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