NORTHBROOK MAINTAINS HIGHEST BOND RATING & RECEIVES AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING

Northbrook has maintained its highest possible bond rating - Aaa from Moody’s and AAA from S&P Global Ratings. These ratings reflect Northbrook’s responsible budgeting, strong management practices, and strong local economy.  The Village also received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Read more about how these achievements support key community investments.

VILLAGE BOARD APPROVES SCHEMATIC DESIGNS FOR  FACILITIES

At its April 22, 2025 meeting, the Northbrook Village Board approved schematic designs for a new Fire Station 11 at 820 Dundee Road and the adaptive reuse of 3504 Commercial Avenue for a Fleet Maintenance Garage—marking a key step in modernizing the Village’s public safety facilities.

The Village began evaluating Fire Station 11/Fire Headquarters, the Police Station, and the Fleet Maintenance Garage in 2016-2017 with facility condition assessments and public discussions as these three facilities were built 1971, 1974 and 1956 respectively. In 2021, the Village began the process to evaluate the need for renovation versus new construction, and review space needs.    

After it was determined that the current locations of Fire Station 11 and the Fleet Maintenance Garage were insufficient in size and functionality to support renovation or expansion, the new sites were selected with long-term operational efficiency and sustainability in mind.   The Board’s direction allows the design / development phase to proceed, paving the way for future approvals and eventual construction.

Work is ongoing to select sites for the Police Station and Fire Headquarters as these decisions are also a key priority. 

Village Events

Northbrook Originals on Display | Northbrook Arts Commission
Now - May
Come be inspired by the talented Northbrook artists whose work is on display at the Northbrook Public Library now through May.  While you're at the library, pick up a ballot at the 2nd floor and vote for your favorite artwork by April 30.

Northbrook Originals Reception | Northbrook Arts Commission
Thursday, May 8 at 6pm
The Northbrook Originals Art Exhibition will be showcasing original works submitted by over 50 local Northbrook artists as part of this annual community event. The opening reception will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 6pm at the Library, featuring light snacks, refreshments and guided art tours. This exhibition is co-sponsored by the Northbrook Public Library.

Automated Water Meter Project
Replacements began April 21
Residential and business customers are receiving welcome letters to introduce the Automated Water Meter Project. These letters explain the Automated Water Meter Project and what to expect next. When eligible, customers will receive a postcard with instructions to schedule their meter replacement appointment. Replacements will began the week of April 21 and must be scheduled only after receiving a postcard.

Appointments take about 30 minutes and are set within 2-hour windows. For more information, visit: northbrook.il.us/WaterMeterProject.

LRS Subscription (Enhanced) Composting & Yard Waste Bag Pickup Schedule
Now
As of April 2, 2025, compost pickup (yard waste and organics) for residents who have the subscription service has resumed weekly collection on Wednesdays. Yard waste collection (bags with stickers) also resumed on April 2, 2025 for residents without subscription compost pickup.

Learn more: LRSRecycles.com or call 844.633.3577

Flamingo Friday Kick Off Event
Friday, May 9, 2025, from 5-7pm
Village Hall Back Parking Lot (1225 Cedar Ln.)
The Flamingo Friday Kick Off event is almost here! Start the summer off right and join us for an evening enjoying music, food, giveaways, neighbors, and of course – flamingos! Every Friday evening, between Memorial Day and Labor Day, anyone that wants to participate is invited to host a flamingo party in their neighborhood. These gatherings are the perfect opportunity for residents – both new and old – to make friends, meet people, or just reconnect with their neighbors. The kick off event will be held on Friday, May 9, 2025, from 5pm to 7pm in the back parking lot of Village Hall (1225 Cedar Ln.)

The Community Commission is partnering with the Northfield Township Food Pantry to collect the most needed items at the pantry. Help us, help our neighbors by bringing a food donation.

Most Needed Items:
Granola Bars
Juice & Juice Boxes (100% juice preferred)
Boxed Cereal 
Rice Mixes
Canned Beans
Canned Mixed Fruit

Community Open House Celebrates Greenbriar’s 75th
Saturday, May 17,  10am-1pm
Visit the school to take a walk down memory lane with historical photos, a time capsule display, a selfie station, and a self-guided tour. Current students will perform a new song composed especially for the occasion. There are also keepsakes available for purchase including a 75th anniversary cookbook with recipes from across the decades from the Greenbriar community. Hard copies and e-books will be for sale with proceeds benefiting Education For All Children, a nonprofit organization that helps fund education in Kenya, including District 28’s sister school, Spurgeon’s Academy.

Northbrook Farmers Market Market Opening Day Bash
Wednesday, June 18 7am-1pm
Northbrook Farmers Market Opening Day Bash, Wednesday, June 18, features fun for all in the parking lot of Meadow Plaza, Cherry Lane and Meadow Road. Free attractions include live music, face painting, slices of cold watermelon, games for kids, plenty of cool swag and more. The best weekday farmers market on the North Shore is open 7am to 1pm Wednesdays through October 8, in downtown Northbrook. For information, visit, www.NorthbrookFarmersMarket.org.

Paint Northbrook | Call for Artists
Register Today!
The Northbrook Arts Commission and the Northbrook Park District are partnering this year to present Paint Northbrook, a week-long plein air event celebrating the beauty of Northbrook. Paint Northbrook will be a week of painting anywhere in Northbrook, including downtown, parks, trails and historic buildings. The art show and sale will be held in our Village Green Park on Saturday, August 16 at our Party on the Green community event with a potential of 1500 visitors. There will be cash prizes and each artist can exhibit three completed artworks

Click here to register, or visit nbparks.org Code #26990.

Electronics Recycling 
First Tuesday & Saturday of the month
Fleet Maintenance Garage, 1227 Cedar Lane
Bring your old and unused electronics to be recycled. Residents are responsible for removing items from their vehicles. Do not leave items at the Village’s facility outside of the recycling events. 1st Tuesday of the month, 7am-3pm & 1st Saturday of the month, 9am-noon.

Upcoming Public Meetings

Community Commission
Thursday, April 24 at 7pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Arts Commission
Thursday, May 1 at 7pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Disability Inclusion Commission
Thursday, May 1 at 6:30pm
Shermer Study, Village Hall

Senior Services Commission 
Thursday, May 1 at 7pm
DPS Conference Room, 2nd Floor of Village Hall

NOTE: The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on Monday, April 28, have both been canceled. 

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