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
See RFQ attached RFQII
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 […]
Comp Plan Public Meetings Continue in October
The Village of Brookfield invites you to participate in the next public workshop on the Comprehensive Plan, set for October 24 at 5:30 PM at Village Hall. The program will run until 7:30 and refreshments will be served. Families are welcome! If coming from work, please feel free to arrive after the 5:30 start. The […]
October 28, 2017 Look Out for Monsters on Mainstreet
Once again the Brookfield Historical Society and the Brookfield Chamber of Commerce will host Monsters on Mainstreet on October 28th from Noon until 3:00. Join us for a day of fun for the entire family, as we trick or treat in the business district, free taffy apples, pumpkins, cider and a costume contest. Click for […]
Village Staff Speak at American Planning Association, Illinois Chapter Conference
Earlier in September, Village staff were asked to give a presentation on “Navigating Brookfield” and the work being done for the Village’s planning and economic development activities. In addition to Village staff, two consultants who have previously worked for the Village discussed the “Zoning Modernization” and the “Active Transportation Plan” that were adopted in 2017. […]
Beautify Brookfield’s Duck Race Nets Prizes…and Funding for Future Art Projects
On a beautiful sunny late September day, approximately 750 rubber duckies raced down the Salt Creek in order to raise money for Beautify Brookfield, a non-profit organization supporting the efforts of Brookfield’s Beautification Commission as it promotes beautification projects within the Village of Brookfield. This year’s event raised over $3,000 after paying out a $500 […]