Spring Clean-Up Day - June 13

Hosted by Advanced Disposal, the Spring Clean-Up offers residents the chance to dispose of unlimited household waste for free at three different locations!

On June 13, from 7am-1pm, bring your items to the Advanced Disposal Transfer Station (2800 Shermer ...

Update on Northbrook’s 4th of July Events

After much deliberation and the consideration of safety first, the Village of Northbrook and the Northbrook Park District have decided to cancel most of the traditional Independence Day activities due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The fireworks display has bee...

COVID-19 Community Outreach - Get Assistance or Volunteer to Help

In response to COVID-19, the Village of Northbrook has compiled a list of organizations that offer support or are seeking support for those in need - with more options to come!

Village Board of Trustees Agenda Item Added for Review on May 26

Agenda Item 8 (C) - Proposed Ordinance Authorizing Auxiliary Outdoor Seating Area Program for Restaurants

Governor Pritzker Announces Restore Illinois Plan

Governor JB Pritzker recently announced a phased, regionally-based plan to reopen the state, guided by health metrics and with distinct business, education, and recreation activities characterizing each phase. Restore Illinois divides the state into four ...

President Frum Issues Supplemental Order Regarding Racket Sports

Following guidance from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Village President Sandy Frum issued a new Supplemental Order regarding racket sports. Effective Friday, May 15, the playing of outdoor tennis, paddle tennis, platform te...

Memorial Day in Northbrook

Please join us in observing Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, to honor those who gave their lives for our country. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the Stay-At-Home Order in place, the traditional Memorial Day Parade and ceremony is canceled. 

Virtu...

May 12 Board Meeting - Submit Public Comment

Village residents wishing to respectfully share thoughts about any matter concerning the Northbrook Board of Trustees may do so by submitting an email to publiccomments@northbrook.il.us

President Frum Issues Supplemental Order Regarding Golf

Governor Pritzker’s extended Stay-At-Home Order took effect on May 1, with modifications. Pursuant to the modifications, Village President Frum issued a new Supplemental Order stating that golf may be played in the Village, effective May 1.&...

Governor Pritzker Extends Modified Stay-At-Home Order Through May

On Thursday, April 23, Governor Pritzker announced that he will be extending the State’s Stay-At-Home Order through May. The Order, effective May 1, has modifications from the previous Order. Read the full Order here.

Modifications include:&n...

Scam & Burglary Reports in Northbrook

We’ve received reports of "maintenance worker" scams, where someone poses as a professional needing to do unexpected work on or near your house. Scammers are also posing as employees from the Village’s “Water Depart...

President Frum Issues Supplemental Order Requiring Face Coverings

April 17, 2020 Supplemental Order 

Following the recommendation of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Village President Frum has issued a new Supplemental Order requiring face coverings for persons over the age of five when performing...

Village President Frum Issues Supplemental Order

Following Governor Pritzker’s extension of the Stay At Home Order through the end of April, President Frum issued a Supplemental Order, pursuant to the Village’s Declaration of Emergency. The order states the following:

1. No person may, a...

Village Mask Distribution Closing at 1pm

Village to Distribute Masks to Public on Thursday, April 30 - While Supplies Last

Update: The mask distribution is closing at 1pm. Thank you to our volunteers for the hard work and residents for your patience!

Learn about mask alternatives, face covering tu...

April 28 Board Meeting - Submit Public Comment

The Village Board is holding a public hearing for the FY 20-21 budget during tonight’s Board Meeting at 7:30pm. 

Submit public comments and questions on the hearing with this online form. Comments received will be read aloud during Publi...

Celebrate Earth Week in Northbrook

The Village is pleased to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, Wednesday April 20, with a week of tips and activities. Although social distancing measures are in place, there is no shortage of virtual programming to engage yourself, family, friend...

CDC Recommends Use of Face Coverings or Masks in Public

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies). CDC also advises the use of si...

Update from NorthShore University HealthSystem

NorthShore University HealthSystem reports that, as expected, the hospitals in the system are seeing a steady rise in COVID-19 testing and in confirmed cases. They are working with local governments and faith-based, service, and civic organizations to rea...

Hydrant Painting Taking Place

This week, the Village’s contractor began painting hydrants in the central part of the community. As part of this process, the contractor sandblasts the hydrant to remove old, worn paint and refinishes it with a new protective coating to prevent...

Governor Pritzker Extends Stay-At-Home Executive Order

Update: Governor Pritzker announced he is extending Executive Order 2020-10 until April 30.

On Friday, March 20, Governor Pritzker issued Executive Order 2020-10 requiring all Illinoisans to stay in their homes to prevent the further spread of COVID-19, e...

Precautionary Boil Order Lifted

April 1, 7:30 pm Update: The precautionary boil order has been lifted. The 27 affected homes can resume normal water usage and will be contacted directly by Public Works. 

This morning, three water main breaks occurred on a portion of the Village&...

Village Earns Silver Designation from SolSmart

The Village of Northbrook has received Silver designation from the national SolSmart program for making it faster, easier, and more affordable for homes and businesses to go solar. This designation recognizes the Village for taking bold steps to encourage...

A Message from Village President Sandy Frum

A Message from Village President Sandy Frum: 

The coronavirus outbreak has not been easy on any of us – it is hard to change your routines and habits, and it is especially hard to be separated from your friends, family, and neighbors. Al...

Village Hall and Public Works Closed to Public

From March 18 until further notice, Northbrook’s Village Hall and Public Works Center will be closed to the public. This decision has been made to protect the health and safety of our staff and the community amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbr...

Advanced Disposal & Textile Recycling Service Changes Effective Monday, March 23

Effective Monday, March 23, Advanced Disposal is implementing some changes to collection services in Northbrook:

• All refuse and recycling must be placed in the company designated cart or a can with handles (only if you do not have a cart). Loose items and ...

Fiscal Year 20-21 Draft Budget Available

The Village of Northbrook Finance Department prepares the annual budget, a key financial policy and planning document that outlines anticipated revenues and authorized expenditures. A draft annual budget for the fiscal year 2020-2021 (May 1, 2020-April 30...

Village of Northbrook Cancels All Village Meetings and Events

The safety of the community is the top priority for the Village of Northbrook and remains so during the rapidly changing situation surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Out of an abundance of caution, the Village of Northbrook is canceling all Village Bo...

Bike Boulevard Open House - POSTPONED

Following the adoption of the Northbrook Master Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, the Village is working to design and install its first bike boulevard! Do you want to help design it? Are you not sure what a bike boulevard is? Please join us at an open house (...