**Please Note – the contractor that will be doing this work for the Village will not be out until later this week.  They are hoping to mobilize by the end of the week and start working early next week.  This schedule is weather permitting.**

April Spotlight: Earth Day—The Power of the Purchase

True sustainability starts at the beginning of an item’s life. “Pre-cycling” is the practice of reducing waste by making smart choices while you shop, ensuring that fewer natural resources are used and more Material is Repurposed.

Three Ways to “Pre-cycle” This Month:

1. Choose “Recyclability”: When shopping, look for products packaged in materials that are easily repurposed, like aluminum, glass, or plain cardboard. Avoid “mixed materials” (like plastic-lined paper) that are difficult to process.
2. Buy in Bulk: Choosing larger containers instead of single-use packets reduces the total amount of packaging waste. It’s a simple way to decrease your household’s daily environmental footprint.
3. Bring Your Own: Earth Month is the perfect time to commit to reusable bags and containers. Every reusable bag used is one less piece of film plastic that has to be managed in the waste stream.

The Core Goal

By being a “Sustainable Shopper,” you help protect our environment from the start. Your choices this Earth Day ensure that we are preserving resources and keeping our community clean for the future.

For more tips on sustainable living, visit https://www.wm.com/us/en/recycle-right.

Thank you for helping us keep our community thriving!

RESIDENTS PLEASE BE AWARE that the Village has issued a solicitor’s license to Ivan Galarza, Oliver Wojnarowicz and Jordan Dunham for Fiber Optics, out of Glendale Heights IL. The term of the license is for five days only, April 6 to April 10, 2026. 

Did you know that the Village requires a burn permit in Village limits?  This is a free permit that is very simple to acquire.  Please see the below flyer for details and fill out the application to drop off at the Village Office.  Please contact the Village Office with any questions at (815) 827-3309.

Anyone that moved into a home since the beginning of 2025 is eligible for a free tree or shrub!  Please contact Cheryl Aldridge at the Village Office at (815) 827-3309 or email her at caldridge@villageofmaplepark.com.