Articles filed under Flooding
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Flooding unlikely from expected warm-up, but experts see potential issues for springFeb 20, 2021 12:00 am - While most of us crave quick relief from the snow and cold that has gripped the area in recent weeks, weather and waterway experts say a slow and steady warm-up is prefe...
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Project will add large storm pipes in Arlington Heights' Greenbrier areaFeb 16, 2021 4:30 am - A long-awaited stormwater control project aimed at reducing flooding in a north Arlington Heights neighborhood earned approval from the village board Monday. The $7.2 mi...
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Town hall meeting on proposed stormwater fee in LibertyvilleFeb 10, 2021 12:00 am - A second virtual town hall meeting on a proposed stormwater utility fee for Libertyville property owners is set for Thursday. The session, which is at 7 p.m., is the sam...
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Cook County to investigate Donlea Road flooding problemsNov 22, 2020 12:00 am - The Cook County Board has approved funding for projects led by the Department of Transportation and Highways for the final design and right of way land acquisition for t...
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Storing 13 million gallons of water: Project on schedule to curb flooding in MundeleinNov 03, 2020 4:30 am - A multifaceted project to reduce flooding and protect property near downtown Mundelein is about 65% complete and is ahead of schedule. Huge underground pipes and other m...
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Learn about flood risks in Lake County on ZoomSep 20, 2020 1:00 am - Lake County residents can learn more flood risks and potential impact on their property at virtual open houses being held from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, and Wednesd...
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Lincolnshire considering stormwater fee to raise millions for flood prevention projectsAug 25, 2020 5:30 am - Lincolnshire officials are developing a plan to raise millions of dollars for local flood-prevention efforts through a stormwater utility fee that would be assessed on a...
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Lincolnshire officials to discuss stormwater feeAug 21, 2020 1:00 am - Lincolnshire trustees will meet remotely in a committee-of-the-whole session on Monday night to discuss charging local residents and other property owners a stormwater u...
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Comment on stormwater rulesJul 13, 2020 1:00 am - The Lake County Stormwater Management Commission is accepting public comment on 29 additions to an ordinance setting minimum requirements for the stormwater management a...
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Help on way for Libertvyville's flood-prone Highlands subdivisionJun 22, 2020 1:00 am - Despite disruptions caused by the coronavirus, flood relief projects in Libertyville continue to advance. On Tuesday, the village board will consider a contract for $819...