Old Town South Neighborhood ImprovementsA Public Information Meeting/Open House for the Old Town South project will be held on May 6, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. Please feel free to attend, see exhibits and details of the proposed improvements, and provide feedback. The project area includes the following streets: Hartong, Chicago, Ottawa, Miles, Park, Lakeside, Dillman, Corbin, Union Street, and Union Place. More information.

Brush CollectionFriendly reminder for Zone A that brush collection begins next week on May 4. With warmer weather here, it is the perfect time to clear out those fallen branches and leftover storm debris and get your yard back in shape.

Chicago Bears draft is in the books, and they failed to address the biggest concern heading into the draft which is the defensive line that was last in pass rush and 25th against the run. Below are the list players selected by the Bears in this year’s draft. Ryan Poles chose instead to add depth at positions that were addressed with free agency and trades in which draft capital was invested. The thinking of the common people was that the Bears would focus on the Defense and in particular the Defensive Line. Bears added a a safety, cornerback and a long shot defensive lineman. So how would you grade this draft for me it is a C. Bears added some fine players but failed to address the biggest concern and that is getting an edge Rusher to Montez Sweat and get some fresh legs to rotate on the defensive interior line that cannot stop the run. In Dennis Allens 3-4 scheme to work Pressure needs to be put on the Quarterback and rely on the linebackers and safety to come up and clean up the field. Last season Dennis Allen, instead of the Bears, relied on takeaways to stop drives and the offense to make last minute heroic plays to win ball games and arrive at 11 and 6 and one play away from being in the NFC Championship Game. This is not a good formula for being successful long term in the NFL and with the upcoming season the Bears have one of the toughest schedules.

Brush CollectionBrush collectionIs yard work on your list for spring cleanup?

City of Aurora Hosts First-Ever Citywide Clean-Up Day on Saturday, April 25!Citywide Clean Up EventThe City of Aurora is set to host the first-ever Citywide Clean-Up Day on Saturday, April 25 from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. throughout all 10 of the City's Wards!Each Ward will have one specific clean up location, as hundreds of volunteers are expected to come together in beautifying the community. The day of service will kick off at 8:30 A.M. on the Water Street Mall, located in front of Aurora City Hall, as volunteers will be greeted with coffee and donuts, plus pick up materials to begin the clean-up effort. “This event is an exciting opportunity for residents and staff to come together, celebrate neighborhood pride, and make a lasting, meaningful impact across Aurora while helping build a cleaner, stronger, and more connected community,” Community Engagement Manager Iliana Rivera-Núñez said. Those interested in volunteering can sign up utilizing the City’s new volunteer portal at volunteers.aurora.il.us.

State of the Village AddressOn May 28, Mayor Argoudelis will share highlights from 2025 and a preview of 2026 during the State of the Village. This year's event, hosted by the Plainfield Junior Woman's Club, will be held at The Farmhouse. For more information on the event and to register, click here.

Cubs have won 6th straight games and are now in a series against the Phillies. The Cubs turnaround comes from the fact that they are playing solid defense, strong starting pitching, and timely hitting. Greg Counsel has the Cubs bought into the concept of team baseball and focuses on advancing the runners. The Cubs players are not worried about their stats but rather care about winning. This is something the Club learned last year as they made the post season and went on to lose to the Brewers in the post season. Coming into the season, the focus was on how to get to the next level and try and get to the World Series. Starting the season, the Cubs lost key players like Mathew Boyd and Cade Horton to season ending injuries.

City of Aurora Hosts First-Ever Citywide Clean-Up Day on Saturday, April 25!Citywide Clean Up EventThe City of Aurora is set to host the first-ever Citywide Clean-Up Day on Saturday, April 25 from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. throughout all 10 of the City's Wards!Each Ward will have one specific clean up location, as hundreds of volunteers are expected to come together in beautifying the community. The day of service will kick off at 8:30 A.M. on the Water Street Mall, located in front of Aurora City Hall, as volunteers will be greeted with coffee and donuts, plus pick up materials to begin the clean-up effort. “This event is an exciting opportunity for residents and staff to come together, celebrate neighborhood pride, and make a lasting, meaningful impact across Aurora while helping build a cleaner, stronger, and more connected community,” Community Engagement Manager Iliana Rivera-Núñez said. Those interested in volunteering can sign up utilizing the City’s new volunteer portal at volunteers.aurora.il.us.

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143rd Street East Extension UpdateThis week, the contractor completed the remaining storm sewer work at IL 126 and Naperville Road, poured the approach pavement for the DuPage River bridge, and poured pavement sections at the 143rd Street and IL 126 intersection. They also stained the Fletcher Lake retaining wall and began preparations for new pavement between Naperville Road and the bridge. Next week, the contractor will continue grading and storm sewer installation west of the bridge, prepare for the bridge parapet pour, begin installation of the bike path railing, and potentially place asphalt on Naperville Road.