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Board approves study for new train horn quiet zone

Metra tracks

On Monday, the Oswego Village Board approved a study to investigate establishing a railroad quiet zone in downtown Oswego. Currently, train conductors on the Illinois Railway are required to sound their horns as they pass through downtown Oswego.

The newly approved study will identify new signs, gates, lights,? and other safety measures that would need to be added at railroad crossings in Oswego to establish a quiet zone where horn blasts are not required, as well as the cost for implementing the improvements.?The study is just a first step in establishing a quiet zone, which must be approved by both the state and federal government. Watch the meeting video to learn more [ [link removed] ].?


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Spots still open for Coffee with the Mayor this Saturday

Coffee with the Mayor is April 10

The Village of Oswego invites residents to join Village President Troy Parlier for coffee at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 10, at Oswego Police Headquarters. Coffee with the Mayor is open to all residents and free to attend, but registration is required to ensure social distance in accordance with state guidelines. RSVP by contacting Community Engagement Coordinator Julie Hoffman at 630-551-2344 or [email protected].


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Have a pinot with your pod! Wine on the Fox is May 1 & 2. Tickets on sale now.

WOTF [ [link removed] ]

Ready to get out and celebrate this spring? This year?s Wine on the Fox presented by john greene Realtor offers the opportunity to grab a spot in the grass, uncork a bottle to share with family members and close friends, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of live music in the park.?Wine on the Fox will be held in two seatings (11 a.m. to 3 p.m. OR 4-8 p.m.) on Saturday, May 1, and one seating 12 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 2, at Hudson Crossing Park, with a new format to keep wine lovers enjoying a beloved Oswego tradition from a safe social distance.?Tickets are on sale now at?*www.wineonthefox.com* [ [link removed] ].?


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New RIOT!! Pizza coming to Oswego

Riot Pizza

Minor Threat Restaurant Group, the minds behind Yorkville-based Crusade Burger Bar, is bringing a new pizza concept to Oswego.?RIOT!! Pizza will feature a menu of pizza and craft beer in a 4,000-square foot space heavy on atmosphere at the corner of Washington and Harrison Streets, in The Reserve at Hudson Crossing in downtown Oswego. The new restaurant?will bring thin-crust Connecticut-style pizza, an extensive craft beer list and frozen drinks, music, a game room, and a family atmosphere to the space. *Read more [ [link removed] ]*.


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Pothole? Graffiti? Download the NEW MyCivic 311 app now.

MyCivic 311 [ [link removed] ]

The new MyCivic 311 app allows residents to request repairs to potholes and streetlights, report graffiti or missing street signs and much more with a couple taps from their phones. The app replaces the current Oswego Click N Fix app, which will be retired April 15. The app is available for both iPhone [ [link removed] ]?and Android [ [link removed] ].? Residents can also make requests through the online portal at?oswegoil.org/problem [ [link removed] ]. Read more and *download the app now [ [link removed] ]*.


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Spring Clean-up Week is April 19-23

Spring cleanup trash

Each spring and fall, Groot Industries collects additional household waste, yard waste, and bulk items from residents at no extra charge. This year, the spring cleanup will be the week of April 19, with collection on your regularly scheduled garbage day.??Yard waste must be placed in 30-gallon Kraft bags, but stickers will not be required during this week. Place all items, along with your regular garbage and recycling, at the curb by 6 a.m. on your regularly scheduled collection day.? Questions? Contact the Public Works Department at 630-554-3242.


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Comment on our ADA Self Assessment and Transition Plan

Crosswalks in downtown

The Village of Oswego is accepting comments on its proposed ADA Self Assessment and Transition Plan until noon on Wednesday, April 14. This assessment and helps our community identify current barriers and prioritize planning to make our community, especially our downtown more easily accessible and welcoming to residents and visitors with disabilities. *Read more and comment now. [ [link removed] ]*


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Learn about rain barrels and buy one for half price

Water conservation presentation

In Oswego, #EveryDropCounts. That's why we've partnered with The Conservation Foundation to offer education and discounts on rain barrels and other ways to conserve water in our community. Click to watch a webinar on water conservation in Oswego [ [link removed] ].?A 55-gal. rain barrel costs just $60 plus tax, and proceeds benefit The Conservation Foundation.?Order by April 21, and your rain barrel will be delivered to the Oswego Public Works Facility for pick-up during the week of April 26-30. Get details and *order now* [ [link removed] ].?


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Upcoming dates

* *Thursday, April 8 -?*Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m.
* *Saturday, April 10* - Coffee with the Mayor at Oswego Police Headquarters, 9 a.m.
* *Saturday, April 17* - Oswego Hometown Expo? [ [link removed] ]
* *April 19-23*?- Spring Clean-Up Week? [ [link removed] ]
* *Tuesday, April 20* - Oswego Village Board, 4 p.m. Watch live. [ [link removed] ]
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