Snow Removal affecting Mailboxes -
Yesterday's snowfall, followed by freezing rain, created challenging conditions for snow removal. Wet and heavy snow can damage mailboxes as it exits the plow's blade, and this event was no exception. As a reminder to residents, the Village is responsible for replacement only where there is clear evidence of our plows or equipment making direct contact with a properly installed mailbox. Most often it is not the trucks, but rather the snow itself that causes damage to mailboxes that can’t withstand the force of the snow. There is simply no good way to avoid snow being thrown to the parkway when plowing streets.
The present ordinance on this topic requires residents to mend damages arising from normal snow clearing activity. Given the nature of yesterday's event, the Village is accepting reports of damage to document the extent of impacts arising out of yesterday’s event. To report a damaged mailbox, please email [email protected] and include the address, your contact information, and attach a photograph.
WATER UTILITY BILLS ARE DUE ON THURSDAY 12/3! On-time payments are accepted through 5pm on Thursday, December 3rd.
As the Municipal Center lobby is currently closed to the public, checks and money orders can be dropped off in the utility bill payment drop box in the Municipal Center parking lot, 555 Reinking Road, in the first parking spot along Reinking Road. Cash payments can be made in the Municipal Center drop box between 8:30am - 4:30pm (Monday through Friday). After-hours cash payments are not recommended.
Credit or debit card payments can be made on the Village's website at (Online Bill Pay). Please select the one-time payment option. A processing fee of 2.25% will apply.
On Friday, December 4th a 10% penalty will be applied to all outstanding balances.
What's Good in the Grove?
Pingree Grove Fall 2020 Newsletter
The Village's newsletter, which highlights community amenities, projects and other information that may be of interest to our residents, is available on the Village’s website. See link in our bio.
PAPERLESS BILL SIGN UP TODAY! The Village of Pingree Grove has implemented exciting new features available to their utility bill customers. One option includes paperless billing. This is a great service if you are looking to go green, have any difficulties receiving mail, only live in the Village part of the year, or have a tendency to misplace mail. Visit the Village’s website in our bio for details.
The Village is currently winterizing the irrigation system that is located throughout the Village. You may hear hissing coming from the system, as compressed air is used to remove water from the lines to prevent freezing. This process will be done in stages and should be completed within the next 30 days. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Public Works Department during normal business hours from 8:30am-2:30pm (847-464-5533). Have a great day!
FREE Yard Waste Pick Up NEXT WEEK (October 9th, 2020)!
As a reminder to our residents, Flood Brothers offers a free yard waste pickup the first full week of April and October, each year. That will mean the pickup will occur on the second Friday in October (October 9th).
Normal rules on bundles and bags still apply, but you do not need to use yard waste stickers! Residents may place garden materials (plants, flowers, weeds, vines, bark pieces, pine cones, etc.,) in yard waste paper bags or in 32 gallon cans, weighing not more than 50 pounds. Dirt, pots, sod, large branches, tree stumps, rocks, vegetables/fruit and non-organic materials are NOT accepted.
#FallCleanup #freebiefriday
UPDATE: Schroeder Asphalt advises that they intend to begin patching on Saturday 10/3/2020. Patching will occur in areas throughout the Village and have been marked with white paint.
Pingree Grove’s 2020 pavement patching program will begin Thursday or Friday, weather permitting. Traffic disruptions are likely and residents are encouraged to drive slowly and carefully around construction workers, allowing extra time to arrive at your destination. Activities will continue until completed. For questions, please contact the Village of Pingree Grove at 847/464–5533. Drive Safely!
Pingree Grove water bills are due on Thursday August 6th! On-time payments are accepted until 5pm on Thursday. A one-time payment can be made at villageofpingreegrove.org. A processing fee of 2.25% will be assessed. The Municipal Center parking lot drop box is open and available 24/7. Call 847/464-5533 x1511 with questions.
**PROCEDURE UPDATE** Pingree Grove FREE resident Shred Event this Saturday, July 25th from 9am-Noon at the Municipal Center. More info available INCLUDING PROCEDURE UPDATE on the Village’s website at villageofpingreegrove.org/shred2020
Have you cleaned out your filing cabinets? We have a shred event on Saturday July 25th from 9am-Noon at the Village’s Municipal Center, 555 Reinking Road. Free shredding for Village residents—no business shredding please. Convenient drive-thru service. #pingreegrove #floodbrothersdisposal
Pingree Grove FREE YARD WASTE PICK UP ON 4/10/2020 - It’s that time of year again! Flood Brothers will be offering a FREE YARD WASTE PICK UP this Friday, April 10, 2020. Yard waste will still need to be in kraft paper bags, but you will not be required to attach a yard waste sticker. It’s a great opportunity to get your yard looking ship-shape! #pingreegrove #springishere
Water bills are due on Thursday, April 2nd. As previously announced, the Village will not be assessing late fees this cycle; however, we are requesting that if you are able to pay your water bill timely, please do so. Options for payment are available on the COVID-19 Updates page on the Village’s website (see link in our bio). Thank you and be safe!
