The festively decorated CPKC Holiday Train will make a stop in our town on Tuesday, November 26 at 6:45 PM!  The train will stop at the tracks at the Ruby Street crossing, north of Franklin Avenue. Entertainers will perform a short program from a drop-down stage promptly at 7 PM. The train will depart at 7:40 PM (attendees cannot board or ride the train). Library staff will be handing out books to children. If you are able, please bring a non-perishable food item for the Leyden Community Food Pantry.

We Need Your Input – Help Franklin Park Get the Lead Out

The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Get the Lead Out Initiative (GLO) provides $15 billion to help communities to identify lead service lines, develop replacement plans, and secure funding for their removal. The Initiative is funded entirely by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law signed by President Biden in 2021.

We need your participation in an online survey to assist us in identifying which homes may still have lead service lines and prioritize their replacement. By completing the survey, you will help us protect our community's health by accelerating the replacement process. 

More information: ENGINEERING PAGE

Leaf Pickup and Yard Waste Removal Information

Leaves must be placed in brown biodegradable bags or in the Yard Waste container from Republic Services. Put your container or biodegradable bags out for pickup on Tuesdays. Leaves will not be removed if they are in plastic bags or placed in the street. Bags can be purchased at local stores.

The last day of pick-up for yard waste and leaves is December 3.    

More Info here: Debris removal

Do not blow leaves into the street because it damages street sweeper equipment and can clog sewers causing street flooding.

High Water Bills Could Mean You Have a Leak

To avoid unusually high-water bills, check to make sure that your faucets and toilets are not leaking or running and that they are in good operating condition. If you suspect there is a leak somewhere in your home and you need help locating it, schedule an appointment with the Village’s Water Department, by emailing  ekubkowski with your name, address, and phone number.  Also, check the top of your water bill for the type of reading you received. If your bill states ESTIMATED, please call (847) 671-8252 to schedule an appointment to obtain an accurate reading.

Have Questions About Water Bills? Download our Fact Sheet here

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Download the presentation regarding water bills and equipment upgrades: WATER BILLING

WaterSmart Program Can Save You Money

Franklin Park residents can sign-up to have access to a program designed to help you reduce your water usage and save money on your monthly water bills. WaterSmart is an online program that allows users to review and understand their water use. Setting up an account is fast, easy and free from a computer, tablet or smartphone.

Users can analyze current water use and also review usage history from monthly figures even down to an hourly use. The program also allows you to set up alerts via text or email to help you detect leaks or other unintended water use. In addition, you can compare your water use with other similar users in your area. To enroll, please call (847) 671-8252.

The Village of Franklin Park has been working to deter rodent activity and has retained Orkin to set and regularly maintain more bait boxes throughout town. The Village has recently doubled the number of bait boxes in alleys, now totaling nearly 800.  DO NOT MOVE BAIT BOXES OR PUT THEM IN YOUR YARDS – ONLY ORKIN TECHNICIANS SHOULD HANDLE BAIT BOXES.

The problem cannot be solved without your help - Please eliminate sources of food and hiding places on and around your property.

Garbage bins should always be closed with lids securely fastened to prevent critters from reaching a food source. Keep the area around your garbage bins free of trash, food scraps and spills. The Village is issuing tickets for any garbage overflowing out of containers and on the ground. 

Residents can rent an additional trash bin for $3.66 per month. Call (847) 671-8258.

Mow your lawn on a regular basis and eliminate weeds in alleys and areas behind homes. Overgrown lawns and weeds are breeding grounds for rodents and insects. The Village is issuing tickets to homeowners if their grass is over six inches high.

Also, please remember to clean up after your pet while on walks and in your own backyard. Dog waste is a food supply for rodents. Do not leave pet food or water bowls outside which can attract unwanted wildlife. Pick ripe fruits and vegetables in your garden right away to eliminate a food source for pests and insects.

If you are disabled or elderly and need assistance complying, call (847) 671-4800. If you see properties that need to be maintained, please call the Village.

Climate Resiliency Plan

The Village is working with Cook County to create a climate resiliency plan and is working to engage residents to understand climate hazards, set goals, and identify and prioritize actions. The effort seeks to improve Franklin Park’s resiliency to the effects of climate change, including severe weather events such as heavy rain, flooding and extreme heat. Franklin Park will also receive funding to support actions to manage stormwater through green infrastructure, plant and maintain trees, and promote residents’ health and well-being. Email questions or sign up for updates by contacting environment@cookcountyil.gov. 

To learn more: (download Fact Sheets)

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CONSTRUCTION NOTICE

Click here for the: 

Franklin Avenue Construction Update - July 2024

To read more about the multi-year Franklin Avenue Reconstruction Project which is upgrading infrastructure to meet the needs of our growing industrial corridor while also creating safer, more efficient travel options for residents and visitors : Construction Page