 Village Council Regular Virtual Meeting: December 1, 2020
Agenda Highlights:
- Public hearing on the Village budget
- Property tax levy and abatement ordinances
- Installation of switchgear and breaker equipment for the Northfield Substation transformer project
- Emergency pump repair at the electric plant
Read more, including Zoom participation instructions and information on submitting a public comment for the meeting, in our Agenda Center.
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Shop Small Business Saturday
Support Winnetka businesses on “Small Business Saturday” this Saturday, November 28! Begin your holiday shopping, visit the Open Air Holiday Market in the Village Hall south lot, stroll the beautiful commercial districts, and shop small.
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COVID-19 Tier 3 Resurgence Mitigations
The State of Illinois has moved to Tier 3 resurgence mitigations to control the spread of the virus. It is of the utmost importance that we each do our part to prevent COVID-19 from spreading in our community by taking the following precautions:
- wear a mask
- wash your hands
- practice social distancing
- avoid gathering in groups
- stay home if you have symptoms.
View Tier 3 COVID-19 mitigation information on the State of Illinois' website. The Village of Winnetka relies on the Cook County Department of Public Health and the State of Illinois for case statistics.
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Eagle Scout Project Offers Winnetka History
Winnetka resident Alexander Orsic created signage with QR codes that link to historical details about that location, as explained by a Troop 20 scout. Just scan the code using your smartphone to learn about that location's history! Signage can be found at the locations indicated on the map below:
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Styrofoam Recycling Available at Public Works Yards
Winnetka offers year-round Styrofoam recycling through a partnership between Winnetka Public Works, the Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission, and Dart Container Corporation. To participate, simply drop off #6 Styrofoam (both block-style and food service items) at the Winnetka Public Works Yards, 1390 Willow Road, weekdays from 7:30 AM - 4 PM. Styrofoam can be dropped into boxes located in the main lobby of the building.
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Report Unemployment Insurance Fraud
The Winnetka Police Department has received several identity theft reports involving Illinois Department of Unemployment Security (IDES) unemployment insurance fraud. In addition to reporting the incident to the Police Department (847-501-6034), residents are advised to report the fraud to IDES.
Signs of IDES fraud include the following:
- You receive a debit card or an unemployment insurance letter (UI Finding) and has not filed a claim for benefits.
- You are notified by your employer that a claim for benefits has been filed when you have not been separated from employment.
- You attempt to file a claim online and one already exits.
- You receive IRS correspondence regarding unreported UI benefits.
- You receive notice of a State or Federal tax offset.
Visit the IDES website to learn more.
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Village of Winnetka and Winnetka Park District Present: 2020 Virtual Holiday Tree Lighting
December 4, 2020 5:30 PM: Livestreamed on Facebook
Please join us on Facebook this year as the Village and the Park District light our holiday tree in celebration of the 10th anniversary of this holiday tradition started by the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce. Residents are encouraged to light their holiday decorations at 5:45 PM to coincide with the tree lighting on December 4, and the Village will record drone footage of the Village lighting up for the holidays. The live stream will begin at 5:30 PM and feature visits from North Pole representatives before Village President Chris Rintz lights the tree. We wish we could celebrate with you in person this year, but please join the festivities online!
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41st Annual Red Invitation Sale on December 6 and Beyond!
Visit Winnetka's Red Invitation Sale on December 6! Many local Stores will have specials that day, with discounts, gift wrapping, festive fun and more. Take a trip to Downtown Winnetka and Hubbard Woods to do all your holiday shopping locally.
Participating Winnetka businesses:
Athene, Ashley and Sloane, Bunny and Babe, The Book Stall, Frances Heffernan, J. McLaughlin, The Grand Food Center, Material Possessions, Mattie M, Maison du Prince, Maze Home, "Oui, Madame!", Stacked and Folded, T.J. Cullen Jeweler, Valentina!
Visit the Chamber of Commerce's website for more information.
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 Dozens of Vendors Lined Up for the Open Air Holiday Market!
Holiday gifts, fresh produce, home decor, hot chocolate and apple cider in a festive market! Visit the Open Air Holiday Market this weekend and next weekend in the south parking lot of Winnetka's Village Hall on the corner of Oak and Green Bay Road.
Local vendors J.McLaughlin, Maze Home, Sara Campbell and Tocco and 20 other vendors from around the North Shore will help you check off your gift list. Hosted by the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by the Village of Winnetka.
Find more details on the Chamber's website.
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 Shop Local: Join Distinctly Winnetka to Access Promotions from your Favorite Businesses
Sign up for the "Distinctly Winnetka" text loyalty program to stay in-the-know! Recent deals have been found at Bedside Manor and Sara Campbell.
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