PUBLIC NOTICE: EXTENSION TO GAS POWERED LEAF BLOWERS

The use of gas-powered leaf blowers in the fall of 2025 has been extended for an additional month through December 31, 2025. Under Sec. 16-51 of the Municipal Code, the seasonal restriction on backpack and handheld portable gas-powered leaf blowers limits their use to April 1–30 in the spring and October 1–November 30 in the fall. However, the Municipal Code allows the Village Manager to grant temporary exceptions in limited circumstances.

 WINTER ALL IN COMPOSTING COLLECTION SCHEDULE 

Beginning in December, the collection of organic/compostable materials will transition to an every-other-week winter schedule, continuing through March. Please review the upcoming pickup dates to ensure your materials are set out on time.

• 2025: December 10 and December 24
• 2026: January 7, January 21, February 4, February 18, March 4, and March 18

We appreciate your cooperation in keeping Northbrook clean, sustainable, and running smoothly throughout the winter season.

Gratitude for Our Veterans 
This Veterans Day, we honor and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice protect the freedoms we enjoy every day. We take a moment to reflect on the service of our veterans and their families and express our gratitude for their commitment to our country. Let’s recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of those who have selflessly served.

Upcoming Events

Community Input to Northbrook’s Strategic Plan
Ends November 17
The Village of Northbrook is developing a community-driven Strategic Plan for the coming years. The success of this effort hinges on community input in order to capture what residents value most. Residents are invited to participate by attending upcoming in-person sessions facilitated by Berry Dunn, the Village’s strategic planning consultant. A community survey is available on the Strategic Plan website. The website also features an Ideas Wall, which allows participants to post ideas and provide feedback on others’ submissions.

125th Anniversary Celebration
Apply to be a Member of the Commission
Northbrook is getting ready to mark a major milestone in 2026 - 125 years! As the Village begins planning for this historic celebration, we’re inviting passionate, creative, and community-minded residents to apply for one of the resident or corporate positions on the Ad Hoc 125th Anniversary Celebration Commission. Commission members will help support planning, coordination, publicity, and fundraising of this once-in-a-generation celebration. Interested residents should fill out the Village commission application here. Questions? Call 847-664-4010 or email village@northbrook.il.us

Northbrook Pumpkin Smash
📅Saturday, November 8 from 12-3pm
📍Parking lot of Northbrook Court (near Neiman Marcus)
Don’t throw it in the trash, bring it to the smash! Stop by the Village’s Pumpkin Smash event on Saturday, November 8th, from 12pm-3pm at Northbrook Court (northeast parking lot near Neiman Marcus). Test your aim with the pumpkin target toss, snap a festive photo, and enter the pumpkin seed guessing contest for a chance to win a prize! Costumes encouraged. Painted pumpkins can be composted - just make sure to remove decorations. This includes candles, yarn, stickers, googly eyes, plastic ears, and non-biodegradable materials. If you cannot attend, compost your pumpkins at home in your all-in organics bin.

Illuminate Northbrook
📅Friday, November 21 at 5:30pm
📍Downtown Northbrook
Gather in the heart of Northbrook to kick off the holiday shopping season with complimentary hot chocolate as we turn on the holiday lights and illuminate downtown Northbrook. Afterwards, stay downtown, enjoy the ambiance, and support local businesses by shopping and dining! Participate in the Rotary Club of Northbrook's annual Coat Off Your Back drive. Bring a coat to receive a collectible mug. 

Upcoming Public Meetings

Disability Inclusion Commission - Canceled
Thursday, November 6 at 6:30pm
Shermer Study, Village Hall

Arts Commission Regular Meeting - Canceled
Thursday, November 6 at 7:00pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Committee of the Whole Meeting
Tuesday, November 11 at 6:00pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Regular Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, November 11 at 7:30pm
Sandra "Sandy" Frum Board Room, Village Hall

Watch the live streaming here, on Facebook live, or on Cable Channel 17. AT&T U-verse customers tune to Channel 99 and search "Northbrook."

Architectural Control Commission
Thursday, November 13 at 5:30pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Senior Services Commission Meeting
Thursday, November 13 at 7:00pm
1000 Waukegan Rd, Crestwood Place - Activity Room

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