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Concert and Fireworks Sunday Sept. 5
September 11, 2001 20th Anniversary Observance
The City of Highland Park, in partnership with the City of Highwood, the Highland Park Public Library, North Shore School District 112, the Park District of Highland Park, and Township High School District 113 – Highland Park High School will mark the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks with a solemn ceremony of remembrance on Saturday, September 11, 2021.
The event will begin at 9:00 AM at Fire Station #33, 1130 Central Ave., Highland Park. Following the singing of the National Anthem by Heidi Smith, Executive Director of the Highland Park Public Library and Edgewood Band students and alumni, City of Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering and City of Highwood Mayor Charlie Pecaro will speak to the significance of this anniversary. Deputy Fire Chief Frank Nardomarino will lead the Last Alarm Bell Ceremony in honor of all those whose lives were lost in the attacks. Remarks from Chief of Police Lou Jogmen and Fire Chief Joe Schrage will follow. The event will also include the Police and Fire Honor Guards, and performances by Highland Park High School trumpet players.
Although the event will be held in a well-ventilated indoor/outdoor space, consistent with guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health all attendees are encouraged to wear face coverings at all times. For those who prefer to attend virtually, the event will be livestreamed on the City’s Facebook page and YouTube Channel.
For more information, please contact the City Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000 or visit cityhpil.com/september11.
Openlands Lakeshore Preserve Update
Naval Station Great Lakes, the City of Highland Park and Lake County hosted a subject matter expert and leadership meeting with Openlands on Aug. 25 and 26 to discuss efforts underway to support the return of public access to Openlands Lakeshore Preserve. The event included a site visit of the Openlands Lakeshore Preserve by Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Mid-Atlantic Environmental experts and a synchronization update on resources and capabilities now available to assist the Navy with the site’s assessment. “Partnering with the City of Highland Park, Lake County and Openlands is an excellent example of cooperation that will continue to benefit the local area,” said Captain Jason Williamson of US Naval Station Great Lakes.
Openlands is committed to addressing concerns to return the preserve to its intended purpose for public enjoyment. Plans to reopen will not be available until the completion of the assessment, at the earliest. The public is asked to respect the closure while the assessment and any subsequent needed work is completed.
Refuse and recycling collection will be delayed by one day for the entire week. For more information on the garbage pickup schedule, please contact Lakeshore Recycling Systems at 773.685.8111.
COVID-19 Updates
- According to data from the CDC, the current seven-day positivity rate in Lake County is 5.44%. The case rate over the past seven days is 185.92 per 100,000, an increase of 17.62% over the prior period. (Data is accurate as of 5:00 PM on Friday, September 3.)
- A new CDC study finds that the number of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations among people age 17 years and younger increased from June to August 2021, but the percentage of hospitalized kids and teens admitted to the ICU remained the same (1 in 5 children). Case rates were lower among children and adolescents in communities with high vaccination rates. To protect kids and teens from COVID-19, the CDC recommends that all eligible people should get vaccinated.
- Data from a new CDC MMWR show that the hospitalization rate among unvaccinated adolescents (12-17 year-olds) was 10 times higher than among fully vaccinated adolescents. The report also found that hospitalization rates among children ages 0-4 increased 10x from late June to mid-August. CDC recommends adolescents get vaccinated as soon as they can and everyone ages 2 and older wear a mask in public indoor spaces (in areas of substantial or high transmission), schools, and childcare centers.
- The FDA's guide to face masks now includes updated information for parents interested in researching masks for their children.
- Business of the Week: Craftwood Lumber & Hardware
Craftwood Lumber & Hardware - 1590 Old Deerfield Road
847.831.2800 / craftwoodlumber.com
Hydrant Painting
Fire hydrant painting is now underway throughout Highland Park! The preparation and painting process takes approximately 4-6 weeks, weather permitting, and includes the following steps:
- Protecting and covering the surrounding area around each hydrant.
- Sandblasting each hydrant using an environmentally safe blasting aggregate to remove deteriorated layers of paint and rust.
- Priming each hydrant (the prime coat will look pinkish and must fully dry before a final coat is applied).
- Applying a high-quality, high-performance red urethane paint, which will provide a protective coating against any chipping, fading, or peeling.
Please call the Public Works Department at 847.432.0807 with any additional questions.
I Called the City And...
…learned the City has employees dedicated to business development efforts that work to attract new business to the community and to support existing businesses.
The Office of Business Development actively works to enhance and support over 800 businesses throughout the City's nine business districts. From actively pursuing leads for potential new businesses and connecting them with property owners to providing guidance with City registration, licensing, and permitting to helping navigate pandemic-related changes, the Office of Business Development prioritizes open and timely communication with business and property owners. In addition, City staff and officials liaise with county, state and federal economic development agencies on issues that impact Highland Park's business and property owners. Community members interested in supporting these efforts serve on the Business and Economic Development Advisory Group. More information about the City's work to enhance, develop, and support our local business community is available on the City's website.
Are you interested in starting a business in Highland Park? The City's website offers guidance and recommendations for new business owners, including a list of available commercial space.
To keep up with news about business development initiatives in Highland Park and important information for business owners, sign up for the Business Development eNews, which is issued weekly on Wednesday afternoons.
Recycling Center Open Sat., Sept. 4
The Highland Park Recycling Center is open every Tuesday and the first Saturday of the month, including this Saturday, September 4, from 7 AM - 1 PM. Visit cityhpil.com/recyclingcenter for a full list of accepted/unaccepted items. If the items you would like to recycle are not accepted at the Recycling Center, visit swalco.org to learn about other opportunities for recycling or disposal.
Happening Next Week
Ravinia Farmers Market
Wednesdays, 7 AM - 1 PM
Dean Ave. & Jens Jensen Park
Food Truck Thursdays
Thursdays, 4:30 PM - dusk
Jens Jensen Park
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