Weekly Construction Update - July 5, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

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

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• Roadway preparation for paving.
• Finis...

Weekly Construction Update - June 28, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

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

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• 100 Block of Fairbank Road Reconstructi...

Weekly Construction Update - June 20, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

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

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

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

Construction Projects Begin Tomorrow

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

Weekly Construction Update - June 12, 2018

Work Completed the Past Two Weeks

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

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

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

Temporary Schedule Changes for BNSF Commuters

Residents who use the BNSF Metra train should be aware that there will be temporary schedule changes this weekend and on Halloween.

A major railroad tie replacement project on the BNSF Line between Hinsdale and Aurora will be condensed in...

Join us at Howl-O-Ween this October 24th

Come join Riverside Parks & Recreation this October 24th for our annual Howl-o-ween event. Please join us at 6 PM sharp to cast a spell and light the Water Tower. We will then parade over to the Riverside Township to play games and see a magic show. W...

Join the Team at Riverside Parks & Recreation

Riverside Parks & Recreation is looking to hire highly motivated individuals interested in taking pride in the Before & After School Program in Riverside. Before & After School counselors develop their skills in communication, planning, child ...

October Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The PZC will hold their Regular Meeting and a Public Hearing on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at 7 PM in Room 4, Township Hall, 27 Riverside Rd., Riverside, IL. The public is encouraged to attend.  If you are unable to attend the meeting in person,...

News from the Riverside Township Assessor

Are you a homeowner who experienced an unexpected property tax increase this year?  Residents of Riverside Township just paid taxes for a reassessment year and many residents have expressed concerns about how their property taxes were affected. &...

Riverside Alert Notification System Test

The Village of Riverside will be testing the Riverside Alert Notification System at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 5, 2018.

You may receive an alert as a voice message, a text message or an email. Please follow the prompts to acknowledge the message to cont...

Riverside Alert Notification System Test

The Village of Riverside will be testing the Riverside Alert Notification System at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 5, 2018.

You may receive an alert as a voice message, a text message or an email. Please follow the prompts to acknowledge the message to cont...

Train Depot Platform Rehabilitation Project

The Train Depot Platform Rehabilitation Project is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, September 4, 2018.  The scheduled work will include removal and replacement of existing staircases with ADA compliant features, new hand railings and expos...

Weekly Construction Update - July 5, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

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

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• Roadway preparation for paving.
• Finis...

Weekly Construction Update - June 28, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

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

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

• 100 Block of Fairbank Road Reconstructi...

Weekly Construction Update - June 20, 2018

Work Completed the Past Week

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

Upcoming Work Planned the Next Two Weeks

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

RFD receives new boat for water rescue

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

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

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

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

Winter Preparedness Tips

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

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

Fight for Air Climb

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

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

2016 Graduation Release

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

New Staff

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

Temporary Schedule Changes for BNSF Commuters

Residents who use the BNSF Metra train should be aware that there will be temporary schedule changes this weekend and on Halloween.

A major railroad tie replacement project on the BNSF Line between Hinsdale and Aurora will be condensed in...

Join us at Howl-O-Ween this October 24th

Come join Riverside Parks & Recreation this October 24th for our annual Howl-o-ween event. Please join us at 6 PM sharp to cast a spell and light the Water Tower. We will then parade over to the Riverside Township to play games and see a magic show. W...

Join the Team at Riverside Parks & Recreation

Riverside Parks & Recreation is looking to hire highly motivated individuals interested in taking pride in the Before & After School Program in Riverside. Before & After School counselors develop their skills in communication, planning, child ...

Halloween Trick or Treating

To ensure Halloween is a memorable holiday, follow these easy tips to keep children safe.

• Young children should always trick or treat in the company of a responsible adult.
• If older children will be trick-or-treating with friends, agree on a route and set a...

Riverside Alert Notification System Test

The Village of Riverside will be testing the Riverside Alert Notification System at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 5, 2018.

You may receive an alert as a voice message, a text message or an email. Please follow the prompts to acknowledge the message to cont...

Historic Walking Tours

September 30, (North side)

October 28, (South side)

Tours depart the Riverside Train Depot, 90 Bloomingbank Road (main train station, east side of platform) at 2:00 p.m.

Tours end at approximately 4:00 p.m.

The cost is $20 per person ($15 for seniors 62+ and ...

WC3 Consolidated Dispatch

In May, the Villages of Brookfield, McCook, North Riverside, and Riverside consolidated their emergency communications centers to form West Central Consolidated Communications, or WC3, which is housed in the North Riverside Police Department facility. &am...

1000 Tree Planting Project

The 12th Annual 1000 Tree Planting Project will be held on Saturday, November 17.  Volunteers should meet at the Scout Cabin at 10:00 a.m. for a brief teaching seminar.  Following the seminar, planting tools and seeds will be distributed...

Train Depot Platform Rehabilitation Project

The Train Depot Platform Rehabilitation Project is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, September 19, 2018.  The scheduled work will include removal and replacement of existing staircases with ADA compliant features, new hand railings and ex...

2018 Construction

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

Power Outage?

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