The Village of Sugar Grove is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all residents. We have recently updated our open burning regulations and strongly encourage you to familiarize yourself with the important changes outlined below. Leaf Disposal Services are Available As a reminder to our residents: The Village of Sugar Grove provides a free leaf pick-up service through our waste collection company, LRS, from April 1st to November 30th. This service is especially important due to the new ordinance prohibiting leaf burning and open burns. Please remember to place your leaves in biodegradable bags or labeled garbage cans at the curb. There is no limit to the number of bags you can dispose of, and no stickers are required. We encourage residents to take advantage of this service. Updated Open Burning Ordinance Beginning in April of 2024, the Village’s ordinance prohibits burning leaves for community health and safety. However, other forms of open burning are allowed under certain conditions. Guidelines for Open Fires What Can You Burn? Only untreated wood, using an approved, self-contained outdoor wood-burning device or structure. The fire size must not exceed 3'x3'. Banned Materials: Do not burn leaves, paper, cardboard, grass, garden trash, treated materials, rags, garbage, or similar materials. Permit Required: For prairie restoration, a state-licensed company must adhere to state statutes and obtain a permit from the Sugar Grove Fire Department. For festive or ceremonial fires, any fire over 3 feet requires a permit from the Sugar Grove Police Department. Allowed hours include 10 am—10 pm Sunday through Thursday and 10 am—12 am Friday through Saturday. For more information, please contact the Community Development Department at 630-391-7220. Thank you for adhering to these guidelines and helping the Village maintain the health and safety of our community.

The Village of Sugar Grove will soon begin installing new sidewalks to enhance safety and accessibility for our community, particularly for students attending John Shields Elementary School. S idewalks will be installed along : North side of Calkins Drive from McCannon Street to Grove Street East side of West Street from Calkins Drive to Maple Street East side of Grove Street from Snow Street to Maple Street Anticipated Start Date: Week of June 24th (weather permitting) Estimated Completion : Within 30 days During this time, please note : Daily closures and temporary loss of driveway access may occur. Specific times and dates for loss of driveway access will be communicated via door hangers and yard signs distributed by the Contractor. We aim to substantially complete this project before the Sugar Grove Corn Boil. Click here for a map of the project. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding. If you have any inquiries, please contact Jake Seger at Engineering Enterprises, Inc. (630-466-6700) or the Village of Sugar Grove Public Works Office (630-391-7230).

The Village of Sugar Grove will be kicking off the 2024 Road Program starting on or about May 9th. This includes ADA accessibility Improvements, concrete work and resurfacing throughout the Windstone subdivision, and crack filling only in the Mallard Point subdivision. Work will be completed this spring/summer. You can find more information here https://www.sugargroveil.gov/.../2023-village-of-sugar... We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this construction season. If you have any questions, please contact Chris Ott or Christian Correa from Engineering Enterprises, Inc. at 630-466-6700, or the Village of Sugar Grove Public Works Office at 630-391-7230.. Please remember to slow down and pay attention in work zones. Let’s keep everyone safe.

New 50MPH zone on Galena Blvd.

Annexation, Zoning, and Subdivision Applications

The Village of Sugar Grove was notified by the Illinois Department of Transportation that on Friday, June 21, 2024 starting at 5:30am the Hankes Rd. bridge (over Rt. 56) will be closed for traffic. IDOT is making emergency repairs to a small portion of the bridge deck and needs time for the curing concrete to harden. Hankes Rd will be closed from Norris Rd. to Densmore. Plan to use alternate routes on Friday, while the repair work is being performed. It is anticipated that the road will be closed most of the day, weather dependent.. If you need to travel in the area, use caution as IDOT workers will be in a temporary work safety zone. Rt. 56 is not effected by the repair work being done on the bridge deck.

Members of the Sugar Grove Community: The Village of Sugar Grove values your input and invites you to actively participate in shaping our community's future. Mark your calendars for a public hearing on June 18, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., at Waubonsee Community College Academic and Professional Center, 4S783 Illinois 47, Sugar Grove, IL 60554. All residents, business owners, and stakeholders are encouraged to participate and share their input on the proposed I-88 and IL-47 TIF Redevelopment Project Area. The public hearing is part of the Village’s normally scheduled Board meeting. This meeting is intended for discussion only. No decisions, approvals, or votes will be made at this time. Public Hearing Discussion Topics: - Approval of the Proposed Plan and Program - Designation of the Project Area - Adoption of the tax increment allocation financing Tax increment financing is a public financing tool that does not raise property taxes but is used to assist economic development projects. When a TIF area is designated, the amount of property taxes it currently generates stays the same. Any additional tax revenue from increases in property value will go to a special fund to improve the area. Meanwhile, schools and other services still get their usual tax amounts, so they don’t lose money because of the TIF. Additionally, a Joint Review Board, including representatives from taxing bodies, will meet on May 22, 2024, to review all relevant documents, discuss the creation of the TIF, and provide an advisory recommendation to the Village. Please note that the public hearing and Joint Review Board meetings will solely focus on the proposed TIF redevelopment project and will not include discussions about plans the developer may submit. Although a proposal has not been submitted by the developer yet, any eventual proposal will be reviewed by the board of trustees under a separate process. Public notices regarding the project and schedule are actively being distributed to several key groups. These groups include Taxing districts, those registered on the Village's TIF Interested Parties Registry, residential addresses within the Redevelopment Project Area, and taxpayers of record in the area. Relevant documents, including the Eligibility Report and TIF Plan, have been available for public review since November 2023 and continue to be accessible online and in person. We encourage community members to attend the public hearing to gain insights and ask questions. Residents are also encouraged to stay updated with Village communications regarding the project. Learn more at: https://www.sugargroveil.gov/sugar-grove-llc-development-information

From community connections to new opportunities in the Village of Sugar Grove, watch Jennifer Konen share her insights on the community’s vision for 2024 and beyond. This video captures the full State of the Village event hosted by the Sugar Grove Economic Development Corporation. STATE OF THE VILLAGE 2024 The sold-out breakfast was moderated by Jonathan Meagher, Vice Chairman of the Sugar Grove EDC and General Manager of Rich Harvest Farms. It also featured remarks by Waubonsee Community College President Dr. Brian Knetl and brought together over 150 residents, local business owners, elected officials, investors, and stakeholders. Key highlights and accomplishments include: Celebrating Success: President Konen showcased notable wins from the past 12 months, including a historic 0% property tax increase, the arrival of new dining destinations like Burnt Barrel and Primos Tacos, strategic staff additions, advancements in the Commercial Property Enhancement Program, and collaborative efforts to bolster public safety like the placement of a new school resource officer at Harter Middle School. Growing Opportunities: The Village is moving closer toward its vision of being a community where residents can get everything they need right here, with new additions like Starbucks, Cold Stone Creamery, and Cilantro Taco Grill coming soon. Driving Force: Sugar Grove’s driving force for the future is Connection, which includes linking residents with businesses, collaborating across governmental bodies, supporting education and recreation, fostering non-profit partnerships, nurturing community connections, organizing community events, and recognizing the power of collective impact over individual efforts. Investments in Infrastructure : Updates on new infrastructure projects in the community, including a new pedestrian bridge and crosswalk at IL Route 30 to enhance connectivity and safety within the Village. Updates on Crown Community Development: President Konen also shared more about the Village's ongoing work with Crown Community Development, emphasizing that it’s more than new restaurants, shopping, and opportunities to gather; it's about economic stability, diversifying our tax base, attracting even more businesses, and enhancing support for essential community services. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to continue visiting sugargroveil.gov for the latest community updates.