Celebrate Safely: Drive Sober This St. Patrick’s Day Weekend 

As St. Patrick’s Day weekend kicks off, the Lombard Police Department is reminding everyone to celebrate responsibly. Officers will be stepping up patrols through March 18 to keep roads safe and prevent impaired driving.

Lombard Police will be on the lookout for drivers under the influence of alcohol or cannabis, as well as enforcing seat belt laws—especially at night when seat belt use is lower. Speeding, distracted driving and other traffic violations will also be closely monitored.

Make a plan for a sober ride and help keep our community safe!

Residential Drainage Program Available 

The Village of Lombard is pleased to continue offering its Residential Drainage Program to assist residents experiencing persistent drainage issues at their single-family residential properties. Approved by the Village of Lombard Board of Trustees in 2023, the program builds upon a previous Backyard Drainage program by providing enhanced guidance and resources to residential property owners who want to address standing water issues.

The enhanced program offers a concierge approach that includes initial field and data assessments, as well as technical guidance throughout the process. Additionally, the Village Grant program has increased its funding, now offering a 50% reimbursement of up to $15,000 for qualified improvements that address standing water problems lasting more than 72 hours on multiple properties.

Get Reimbursed for Compost Bins and Rain Barrels 

Did you know the Village offers reimbursements of up to $80 for a compost yard bin and $40 for a rain barrel? It’s easy to take advantage of these programs: simply download the appropriate form, purchase your bin and/or barrel from any retailer, and submit the form along with a copy of your receipt and a photo showing the item installed at your home.

This is a great way to reduce waste and conserve water. To learn more about these reimbursement programs and others, visit the Grants webpage.

Sign Up for the 7th Annual Public Works Citizens Academy

The Lombard Public Works Department invites residents to take part in its 7th Annual Public Works Citizens Academy (PWCA)—a hands-on opportunity to learn about the essential services that keep our community running.

This free program is open to Lombard residents 18 and older and includes interactive activities, facility tours and presentations by Public Works staff. The academy meets on Monday evenings from 6 to 8:30 p.m., April 14 through May 5, with a graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 15, before the Village Board of Trustees meeting.

Space is limited! Interested residents are encouraged to apply by Monday, April 7.

Metra Seeks Feedback on Proposed Rail Line Renaming

Metra is conducting a survey to gather feedback on renaming its rail lines as part of a system-wide effort to improve wayfinding. With the transition of Union Pacific lines to Metra and an update to signage across the system, this is an opportunity to create clearer and more consistent line names for easier travel.

Visit Metra's website to learn more and take the survey.

Early Voting for April 1st Election Begins March 17th

Early voting will be available at various sites across DuPage County beginning March 17th. The Early Voting program allows any eligible DuPage County voter to vote before Election Day.

Permanent early voting sites will be open daily, including weekends, with weekday hours from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and weekend hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Early Voting Locations (PDF)

Find Early Voting Locations Near You Interactive Map

For more information, visit the DuPage County website.

Report Potholes and Other Concerns with SeeClickFix

Help keep our Village safe and beautiful; use SeeClickFix to report issues you come across. With over 2,100 reports already submitted, SeeClickFix is making a significant impact in Lombard. 

Don't let issues like potholes, street light outages, graffiti, or code violations linger – report them easily through SeeClickFix, available 24/7. Give it a try! Take a photo of the problem (or just enter a brief description), and Village staff will address the issue. You will get updates on what is being done to resolve your reported concern. 

Visit the SeeClickFix webpage to learn more and submit your concerns.

Employment Opportunities

The Village of Lombard is hiring! We’re looking for dedicated professionals to join our team and make a difference in the community. 

With competitive benefits, growth opportunities and a collaborative work environment, now is a great time to apply. Current employment opportunities include:

Community Development Intern (Planning)

Director of Economic Development and Planning

Facilities Technician

Fire Inspector (Part-time)

Human Resources Specialist 

Learn more about these opportunities and discover why the Village of Lombard might be the right career move for you at www.villageoflombard.org/jobs.