State Fire Marshal Shares Thanksgiving Safety Tips CHICAGO – This Thanksgiving, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) urges Illinoisans to be mindful when preparing Thanksgiving dinner. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more home cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving Day than any other day of the year. In 2015, fire departments […]
Village Completes First Bike Boulevard in Western Cook County
The Village is proud to announce that it has completed its very first project under its new Active Transportation Plan. After adoption by the Village Board of Trustees in September 2017, the Village committed to a series of strategies for improving and enhancing biking and bike infrastructure in Brookfield. At the top of the list […]
Spotlight on Solar Energy Projects in Brookfield
Did you know that Brookfield property owners are undertaking cutting edge solar energy projects in Brookfield? In the past 2 1/2 years, the Village has seen 5 solar energy projects either on a stand-alone basis or as part of larger home improvement projects. These include projects located at: 3615 Arden 3617 Prairie 3637 Prairie 4137 […]
Village Welcomes New Downtown Businesses
The past year and half has seen a real renaissance in Brookfield’s downtown, as new businesses move in, expand and invest. In the past 18 months, the following businesses have elected to make downtown Brookfield their new home: Alphabet Learning Center – 3726 Grand Boulevard (2nd location) Strive 4 Fitness – Grand Boulevard (expanded location) […]
Developers Converge on Brookfield for Development Conference
The Village of Brookfield today held a very well attended Developer Breakfast to discuss real estate opportunities in the community. With over 50 real estate professionals and others in attendance at Village Hall, President Kit Ketchmark joined with State Representative Michael Zalewski to discuss recent trends in Brookfield real estate, State of Illinois legislation impacting […]
Request for Qualification for Custer Avenue Phase III Engineering
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IMPORTANT – FIRE EXTINGUISHER RECALL – Please read
Kidde Recalls Fire Extinguishers with Plastic Handles Due to Failure to Discharge and Nozzle Detachment: One Death Reported Name of product: Kidde fire extinguishers with plastic handles Hazard: The fire extinguishers can become clogged or require excessive force to discharge and can fail to activate during a fire emergency. In addition, the nozzle can detach […]
Yard Waste Pick Up Ends, Snow Parking Enforcement begins December 1st
All residents are reminded that yard waste pick up ends on November 30th. Please remember only leaves can be raked into the street. All other yardwaste including grass, twigs and branches will not be picked up. Street Sweeping enforcement will end December 1st but be aware Snow Parking enforcement begins. Check the signs on your […]
Beards and Badges Fundraiser for St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital
Each year, during the month of November police officers grow beards in order to raise money and awareness for a selected charity. This year, the department has selected St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. To donate, learn more, or get involved click on the link to the flyer below. Beards and Badges Flyer
Village Board Honors Residents for Beautification Projects
On Monday, October 23, the Village of Brookfield Board of Trustees honored members of the community for achievements in beautification projects throughout Brookfield. The projects were coordinated by the Brookfield Beautification Commission (BBC) and Village staff. Honorees included: Landscaping Project at Ogden/East Avenue Sarah Thomas – Ms. Thomas was the previous BBC chair and led […]