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7th Annual Environmental Sustainability Awards winners announced

February 05, 2025

For a seventh year, the Village of Glenview is recognizing local organizations that take the lead with environmental stewardship, implementation of best practices and community outreach.

The awards were presented by the Village Board of Trustees on Feb. 4 as part of the Environment &...

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Parkway tree maintenance begins this week

February 03, 2025

The Village is kicking off its annual parkway tree trimming the week of Feb. 3, starting in the Indian Ridge and Park Manor neighborhoods.

The Village maintains more than 30,000 trees throughout its parkways and municipal properties, and caring for these trees is necessary for overall...

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Phone service restored at Village Hall

January 22, 2025

Jan. 23 (9 a.m.) Update - Phone service has been fully restored at Village Hall and Village staff expects phone lines and faxes to be fully operational.


We appreciate your patience as our IT and phone provider worked to get the system back up and...

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Jan. 21 Board of Trustees meeting canceled

January 21, 2025

The Village of Glenview's Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 21 has been canceled due to dangerously cold temperatures.


The items originally scheduled for the agenda will be continued to the next Board of Trustees meeting, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday,...

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Resident Open House set for Feb. 22

January 07, 2025

The Village will host its annual Resident Open House from 10 a.m. - noon on Saturday, Feb. 22 at Park Center, located at 2400 Chestnut Ave. This event is free and open to the public.


Representatives from the Village of Glenview, Glenview Park District, Glenview Public Library,...

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East Lake Avenue Bridge open house scheduled for Jan. 15

January 07, 2025

The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways will be hosting a public information open house from 5:30 - 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15 at Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church to discuss proposed improvements on the East Lake Avenue Bridge over the North Branch of the Chicago...

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Applications open for 2025 Citizens Police Academy

December 23, 2024

Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Citizens Police Academy.


A group of up to 20 students can participate in 10 informational sessions touching on patrol functions, dispatch operations, traffic issues, investigations, crime lab operations, community relations and...

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Village Hall holiday hours

December 13, 2024

Village Hall will be altering its hours of business over the coming holiday season.


Friday, Dec. 20 - Village Hall closes at 12:30 p.m.


Tuesday, Dec. 24 - Village Hall closes at 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 25...

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Glenview selected for 2024-25 EV Readiness Program

December 10, 2024

The Village of Glenview has joined the third cohort of communities participating in the EV Readiness Program, a unique initiative to help local governments prepare to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging infrastructure. A total of 20 communities will receive...

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Overnight parking rules in effect until March 31

December 02, 2024

To make it easier for plows to remove ice and snow, on-street parking is prohibited in Glenview between 2 – 6 a.m. from Dec. 1 to Mar. 31, 2024.


There are two exceptions:

  • Residents whose homes have no off-street parking may be able to park overnight on Village...

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2025 Commuter Parking Permits on sale now

December 02, 2024

Commuter parking permits for both the Downtown Glenview Metra lot and The Glen Metra Station lot are available for purchase.


Annual permits valid from Jan. 1, 2025, through Dec. 31, 2025, are $300 for residents and $400 for non-residents. A semi-annual permit, valid Jan. 1...

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Winter Weather: Everything You Need to Know

November 22, 2024

Winter Weather: Everything You Need to Know

The first Friday in November to the last Friday in March is officially “snow season” for the Village Public Works team.


The Village is responsible for removing snow and ice from 167 miles of roadway, 272 culs-de-sac and 80...

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Village launches Glenview 311 app for seamless service requests

November 12, 2024

The Village of Glenview has announced the launch of Glenview 311, a new mobile app and online portal designed to simplify how residents submit requests for Village services. The new platform provides an easy and efficient way to report issues such as potholes, parkway tree trimming requests,...

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Applications for 2025 class of Hometown Heroes close Jan. 31

November 04, 2024

Applications for the 2025 class of Hometown Heroes are being accepted through the last day in January.


The Glenview Hometown Heroes Program, a partnership between the Village and Joseph M. Sesterhenn American Legion Post 166, allows those who serve(d) to be honored with a...

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Holiday symbol display at Village Hall starting Nov. 15

November 04, 2024

Each holiday season, the Village sets up a temporary public forum area just west of Village Hall for the display of religious and nonreligious symbols built and paid for by private individuals and groups.


Symbols can be displayed between Nov. 15 and Jan. 7,...

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Nominations open for Environmental Sustainability Awards

October 21, 2024

The Village of Glenview is once again recognizing organizations that are taking the lead with environmental stewardship, innovative best practices and community outreach.


The Village's Environment and Natural Resources Commission has launched the seventh year of the...

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State of the Village set for November 1

October 21, 2024

Join Village President Mike Jenny at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 1 at the Glenview Public Library as he delivers his annual State of the Village.


President Jenny will give an overview of major issues facing the Village of Glenview and discuss the challenges and opportunities...

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Roadway evaluation and assessment underway

October 02, 2024

In addition to feedback received from residents, the Village gathers data every four years from a highly specialized crew that assesses and evaluates the condition of every Village-maintained roadway to help prioritize improvements to the 172 miles of roadway the Village maintains....

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Community survey arriving at selected households soon

October 02, 2024

Every five years the Village conducts a community survey to gather feedback from residents about their satisfaction with core Village services. The survey helps Village staff establish priorities and guide future decision-making.


The Village's consultant performing the survey...

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Ready to vote? 2024 election information

September 10, 2024

The Nov. 5 general election is fast approaching. Village Hall will once again serve as an early voting site beginning Oct. 21.


Here are a few helpful resources:


Registering to vote:

  • Wednesday, Oct. 9 is the deadline to register by...

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Spiro's Deli moving to Downtown Glenview

September 04, 2024

The Village of Glenview Board of Trustees approved financial agreements Tuesday (Sept. 3) that will help facilitate the move of Spiro’s Deli, a Glenview mainstay since 1962, to Downtown Glenview as part of the revitalization of the Village’s Downtown District. 


Spiro’s...

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Join the Village for the Green Infrastructure Bike Tour

August 19, 2024

Join the Village of Glenview Environment and Natural Resources Commission on a nine-mile round trip bicycle tour to view sites where naturalized shoreline stabilization and other innovative green infrastructure practices are improving water quality in Glenview’s largest watershed – the West...

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Join the Village in a blood drive on Sept. 13

August 19, 2024

The Village of Glenview, in partnership with Vitalant, will be hosting a blood drive from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Friday, September 13 at Village Hall (2500 East Lake Avenue)


Walk-ins are accepted but appointments are recommended. To schedule an appointment, call 877-258-4825 or...

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National Night Out set for August 6

August 01, 2024

Join the Glenview Police Department and the Glenview Park District for the 2nd annual National Night Out, held from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5 outside Park Center (2400 Chestnut Avenue).


National Night Out is a free night of fun, supporting community-building and promoting...

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Gone on vacation? Use the Village

August 01, 2024

Going on one last trip before the kids head back to school?


The Village offers a Vacant House Watch program if you are planning to be away from home for an extended period of time.


During your vacation/leave, a Glenview Police Department officer will attempt...

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Johns Drive resurfacing beginning July 25

July 19, 2024

The Johns Drive resurfacing project between Chestnut and Ravine Way is set to begin July 25. Grinding of the roadway will take place July 25-26 while paving will be completed July 29-30.


Flaggers will be out directing traffic but delays are anticipated. Motorists are...

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West Nile Virus positive mosquitoes found in Glenview

July 17, 2024

The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District has found the first West Nile virus positive mosquitoes to occur in their traps in Glenview this year.


One batch of mosquitoes collected July 12, 2024, from an NSMAD trap in Glenview tested positive for West Nile virus in a lab on...

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Village accepting nonprofit funding applications

July 12, 2024

The Village Board of Trustees annually awards limited funding to eligible nonprofit social services providers in the Village.


Organizations seeking funding must complete and submit the application linked below and all required materials by Aug. 15. Village staff will review...

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Police Department accepting applications for police officers

July 02, 2024

The Glenview Police Department is now accepting applications for pre-certified and entry level police officers.


The Village is offering a $15,000 signing bonus for pre-certified officers, distributed as follows: $5,000 upon hire, $5,000 upon successful completion of probation,...

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A Friendly Reminder from the Glenview Fire Department

May 28, 2024

Lithium-ion batteries power many of the products you use around the house. However, if they are damaged or overheated, lithium-ion batteries can cause fires. Follow these safety tips from the Glenview Fire Department to keep your batteries safe.


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Learn more about the new Village website

May 15, 2024

Welcome to the new online home of the Village of Glenview!


The Village has completely refreshed and redesigned its website to create a more seamless experience for residents, businesses and visitors.


Here's a snapshot of what's new:


Know the Lawn Watering Rules

May 10, 2024

Before you put your sprinklers to work this summer, know the lawn watering rules.


Watering is not permitted between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from May 15 through Sept. 15. State regulations mandate that...

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Chicago River Day Cleanup is May 11

April 30, 2024

Every year since 1992, thousands of volunteers come together on Chicago River Day -- Saturday, May 11 -- to build community while removing litter from our local waterways. The Chicago-Calumet River system is healthier now than it has been in 150 years, providing critical habitat for all sorts...

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Resident Open House Set for April 27

March 20, 2024

The Resident Open House will be taking place on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Park Center (2400 Chestnut Avenue).


Residents will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from the Village of Glenview, Glenview Park District, Glenview Public Library,...

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No Mow 'til Mother's Day returns in 2024

March 20, 2024

With spring right around the corner, the Village is once again organizing a No Mow 'til Mother's Day initiative to support the local ecology, the habitats of pollinators and area wildlife.


Through this initiative, Village residents are encouraged to skip mowing their lawn (or...

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Composting program resumes April 1

March 15, 2024

Composting is nature’s way of recycling. It is one of the most powerful actions we can take to reduce our trash, reduce our carbon footprint, and build healthy soil.


By turning our food scraps and yard trim into compost, we can transform our waste streams into a beneficial,...

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New Roundabout earns APWA award

December 19, 2023

The American Public Works Association Suburban Branch selected the Village of Glenview's new roundabout at Patriot Boulevard and the Costco Access Roadway as a Public Works Project of the Year in the Transportation Category (under $5 million).


The APWA Awards recognize...

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2024 Commuter Parking Permits on sale now

December 15, 2023

Commuter parking permits for both the Downtown Glenview Metra lot and The Glen Metra Station lot are available for purchase.


Annual permits valid from Jan. 1, 2024, through Dec. 31, 2024, are $300 for residents and $400 for non-residents. A semi-annual permit, valid Jan. 1...

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Overnight Parking rules in effect Dec. 1

November 16, 2023

To make it easier for plows to remove ice and snow, on-street parking is prohibited in Glenview between 2 – 6 a.m. from Dec. 1 to Mar. 31, 2024. 


There are two exceptions:


  • Residents whose homes have no off-street parking may be able to park overnight on...

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Environmental Sustainability Awards

October 20, 2023

The Village of Glenview is once again recognizing organizations that are taking the lead with environmental stewardship, innovative best practices and community outreach.

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