We welcome May with open arms as it brings sunnier days and warmer temperatures, which allows us all opportunities to spend time outdoors and celebrate the various Village events as a community. Naturally, we expect to see more bicyclists and motorcyclists around the Village area, so we encourage you to be courteous, share the road and drive safely. 

If you don’t already know, this Saturday is the Run the Ridge 5K, which will be a great family-friendly and accessible event. All are welcome to register at Race Roster to participate! This month, we also look forward to honoring those who have bravely served our country with our annual Armed Forces Day Celebration at the Veterans Memorial on Saturday, May 21st. We hope to see you there! 

We were delighted to honor the memory of Jack Schaus on the 150th Anniversary of Arbor Day with a ceremonial tree planting at the Veterans Memorial, with the Schaus family & Former Village Presidents Len Ruzak and Mickey Straub present. Thank you to everyone who participated. 

A special thank you to those of you who have shared your valuable feedback with us through the Community Survey. We look forward to sharing the results with you soon. 

Have a great Mother’s Day weekend ahead!

May 9th: Village Board Meeting
May 11th: Board of Fire & Police Commission Meeting
May 16th: Plan Commission Meeting
May 23rd: Village Board Meeting
May 30th: Village Offices Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

Participate & Celebrate

Lace up your shoes and join us this Saturday, May 7th for the Annual Village of Burr Ridge Run the Ridge 5k & 1K Run, Walk, and Roll. This event will be inclusive and accessible to all, and there will be kid-friendly entertainment for the whole family to enjoy! If you wish to participate in the in-person event, be sure to register here. 

We also look forward to seeing you at our Armed Forces Day Celebration at the Veterans Memorial on Saturday, May 21st. All are welcome to join in this celebration to honor and show appreciation for those who serve across all branches of the United States military. The celebration will begin at 10:00 a.m. and will feature a keynote speech by Captain Scott Smith and awarding of the Jack Schaus Patriot Award.

Concerts on the Green

It's that time of year again! The "Concerts on the Green" summer series is back. Burr Ridge Village Center & The Village of Burr Ridge bring you a variety of musical talent again this year with a selection of contemporary, rock, classic, jazz, southern rock and country bands to the annual Concerts on the Green each Thursday starting June 2nd - July 28th! Concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday evenings. We look forward to another outstanding year of music, community, and fun at Burr Ridge Village Center. Check out the 2022 concert schedule here!

Safe Routes to School Grant Received

The Village has worked with Pleasantdale Middle School and Pleasantdale Park District to identify a funding solution to install a flashing pedestrian signal and related crossing improvements between Walker Park and the Middle School on Wolf Road. This safety upgrade is necessary due to the amount of pedestrian traffic that moves between these two community assets. The Village has been awarded $130,000 through the ComEd Safe Routes to School grant program. The Village will act as the coordinating agency for the three public agencies to manage the project. We look forward to this important safety upgrade being installed in the community!

As part of our annual Road Program, the Village will be resurfacing streets throughout the Village starting in early May and should be completed by late July. This project will include milling, patching, and a fresh asphalt layer that results in a “new” street. Our Village is steadfast in planning and funding a cost-effective Road Program that keeps Burr Ridge “A Very Special Place”.

The Village is resurfacing the following street(s) this year:

• 60th Place, Woodcreek Drive*, Woodcreek Court, Grant Court, 82nd Street, 89th Street*, 
• Cabernet Court, Longwood Drive, Lee Court

Road construction can be inconvenient, with frequent interruptions from crews and equipment, but the roads will remain open (*storm sewer replacement on Woodcreek Dr. and 89th St. will have scheduled, daytime-only closures). Please be cautious and drive slowly. Watch for “Fresh Oil” signs that tell you when an oily liquid needed for re-paving has been applied, because the oil can adhere briefly to your tires and track across your driveways.

Residents may experience minor traffic delays, increased dust, and some construction noise. 

Construction is set to begin this month to construct the new sidewalk along County Line Road on its east side north of Longwood Drive by Katherine Legge Memorial Park. This project will replace the steel guardrail, form and pour the concrete sidewalk, upgrade the flashing pedestrian beacon, and conclude with the restoration of the parkway turf, ultimately opening for public use in Summer 2022.

Employee Spotlight

Please welcome Claire Nass to her new role as part-time Communications and Events Assistant. Claire first began working for the Village in November 2020 as the Administrative Intern at Village Hall. Throughout her internship, she has demonstrated superb customer service skills and a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities. She has been a great asset to the administrative team, and we are delighted that she will take on a permanent position with the Village. In her new role, Claire will work closely with the Communications Team to assist in planning and coordinating Village special events and preparing communications materials.