Welcome to the Barrington Hills
Community News and Information Website
Barrington Hills is an equestrian community approximately 40 miles northwest of Chicago, Illinois straddling across parts of four counties - Cook, Lake, McHenry and Kane. The estimated population in 2003 was 4,176. The village has roots from early settlers in the 1830s and formal incorporation took place in 1957. Residential properties are a minimum of 5 acre zoning with agricultural and horse farms welcome within the community.
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July Reminders
Village of Barrington Hills
112 Algonquin Road
Barrington Hills, Illinois 60010-5199
Go to the Village News Committee Page for all Details
2010 Census - IMPORTANT News!
The United States Census Bureau is gearing up for the 2010 US Census. The 2010 Census will help determine state legislative districts, apportion seats for the House of Representatives, and distribute more than $300 billion annually in federal, state, local, and tribal funds.
In 2000, it appeared that the Village lost significant numbers of residents as compared to 1990. We believe this is the result of the inability to reach all residents for the count. Please help us gear up to gain our fair share of the benefits that accrue from a fully accurate count in 2010.
A new Census 2010 Page has been developed under Village News to ensure optimal communications throughout the process. Census takers are going door to door NOW to verify Addresses for 2010.
Fox River Valley Hunt is Back!
The Village Summer Newsletter just reached the mailboxes of residents. Featured stories includes the story called, " Our Equestrian Village Celebrates Summer." An article was devoted to the return of the Fox River Valley Hunt. Our calendar carries events from July through September.
The contact for all the Hunt is Patty Meroni. Details of start and end times are not included on the calendar as of this time. Patty can be reached at meronilaw@ameritech.net. The events are located in Barrington Hills. Thanks to the residents who are opening their places. Some events will be held at the Forest Preserve.
Barrington Hills Riding Club Sponsors Clinic!
Part of "Our Equestrian Village Celebrates Summer" includes a Riding Clinic on Saturday, July 25 (date tentative), covering basic, mounted and unmounted instruction. The full day includes Horses, continental breakfast and lunch followed by a cocktail reception. Contact Jessica Underwood, (224) 627-3730 to register.Our calendar carries the event.
Capital Infrastructure Package on Hold
Impact to Barrington Hills
Go to the Village News Home/Index Page for details affecting Barrington Hills residents.
McHenry County Road Funding
Residents interested in the Algonquin Western Bypass proposal which could significantly reduce congestion at the intersection of Routes 62 and 31, and help with delays to the west of Barrington Hills, will want to read further. This project could help reduce the likelihood that the old IDOT proposed road for a north-south bypass alongside Haegers Bend Road will be built.
Kane County Longmeadow Bridge Funding
The Longmeadow Parkway Toll Bridge Plan to alleviate congestion and enable east west traffic across the Fox River is proposed to deliver traffic to and from Route 62, Algonquin Road, Barrington Hills on it's Eastern terminus. This information is posted to alert residents to the potential for local impact. Kane County Project public meetings are held at regular intervals; stay in touch and voice your opinions at the Kane County Meetings for this Project. A more detailed map will be made available for the proposal impact to the village. Our goal is to provide fact based information in a timely manner.
Spring Creek Stewards
Spring Creek Forest Preserves covers 3,910 acres in the heart of Barrington Hills. Go to www.springcreekstewards.org for more details. Check out our Village of Barrington Hills Calendar Page for the events from July through September. More Conservation News on the Community Conservation Page.
Barrington Junior Women’s Club
Safety Town 2009!
Safety Town will be offered July 13 - 24. During the two-week sessions, children attend classes Monday through Friday for 2 1/2 hours each day at Health World in Barrington. Two class times are offered during the month: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Registration Required.
Safety Town is an educational summer program sponsored by Barrington Junior Women’s Club. Go to the Community Events Page for more details.
Sybaquay Council Girl Scouts in Barrington Hills
Sybaquay Council Girl Scouts met in Barrington Hills in June for their annual Twilight Camp event
- photo courtesy of Sarah Kenney
The Barrington Area Girl Scouts held their annual Twilight Camp in Barrington Hills. This event took place June 16 through 20, where approximately 170 girls gathered to participate in games, activities and nightly campfires. Go to the Community Events Page.
The Dark Sky News and initiatives are posted on the lower half of the IYA 2009 Page.
Prepare for the Barrington Area Library visit to the Village of Barrington Hills Hall on Thursday, July 16, 2009. Open to all ages for crafts, readings, and fun; bring a blanket. A special guest, Ike, our Hometown Celebrity Pug will stop by for a short guest appearance. This free event is open to all ages. Photos on the Community Events Page.
2009 Barrington Concours d’Elegance
set for July 12th at Makray
Event to support Barrington Area Conservation Trust
and Hospice of Northeastern Illinois
Patty Dowd Schmitz
Tickets are now on sale for the 2009 Barrington Concours d’Elegance charity benefit, Legends & Legacies: Celebrating a Century on Wheels, which will be held Sunday, July 12.
The 2008 Concours Best in Show: 1935 Mercedes 540K Cabriolet owned by the Cantore Family.
Shown left to right: Event Co-Chair Dee Beaubien, Formula 1 Commentator David Hobbs,
and Event Co-Chair Mary Bradford-White. Photograph by Bob Milkovich.
This year’s scaled-back event is a one-day Road Rally through the Barrington countryside, followed by an elegant cocktail buffet benefit on the lawn at Makray Memorial Golf Club. At Makray, 20 to 25 of the area’s most stunning Concours vehicles will be on display, along with antique bicycles and Victorian-era carriages.
No tickets will be sold at the door for this year’s charity benefit; all tickets must be purchased in advance at www.barringtonconcours.org. Limits are 300 people in total.
More details from Mary Bradford White are on the Community Events Page,
Police ~ Community Related News
New Bicycle Safety Ordinances
The Barrington Hills Village Board of Trustees passed two bicycle ordinances for the village roads. Go to www.barringtonhills-il.gov. See the Code Button on the left. Search for the Bicycle Ordinance. This will take you to:
http://sterling.webiness.com/codebook/index.php for full details.
1. Mandate of Single File Bicycle Riding
2. Negligent Operation of Bicycles
It's Official! Signs are posted along the Village Roads so bicyclists are aware of the requirements. Police are reminding riders of the new ordinance as they see them along the roadways. Happy and safe cycling!
Posted Bicycle Signs make it Official - photo courtesy of Pamela Cools
Note: Skateboards and Scooters are not permitted on Village Roads!
IDOT and Barrington Hills - Route 62 Safety
The Village of Barrington Hills and IDOT are working cooperatively to analyze the number of fatal accidents and incidents along the stretch of Algonquin Road, Route 62, that runs through the village. IDOT agreed to consider installing rumble strips along the edge of the road and along the center line. The center line may be larger and more boldly painted. A lower speed limit of 45 mph was discussed for a possible two year test period.
The Village Police Department had the detailed research available to assist IDOT in the analysis that led to this cooperative discussion. The commitment to safety is paramount. For Barrington Hills map information, go to our Maps and Stats Page.
2009 Events and More
Go to the bottom of the Community Events Page for BACOA, Barrington Area Council on Aging, events, training, support groups and travel opportunities - NOW - for details from June through end of 2009. Dates times, locations and contact information are available.
Volunteers needed for Fall "Ignite the Night"
Ginger Underwood
The Friends of the Forest Preserve are planning the third annual "Ignite the Night" benefit. “Save the Date” for October 10th, 2009, 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Volunteers call (847) 381-5567.
Wagon Ride- one of many fun events at Ignite the Night - photo courtesy of FOTFP
Cutting the weeds and grass along the Village Roads will commence the first 2 weeks of July!
Spring is a time of high activity for the Roads and Bridges Committee. We are planning the work for this spring and fall, and also making preparations for our major 2010 projects.
The projects begun last year which need to be completed this year have been scheduled to resume early in June. These include: patching the shoulders of Oak Knoll Road, culvert repairs on Three Lakes Road, culvert repairs on Helm Road and Cuba Road bridge maintenance.
Note: Peter Wessel is the new Trustee of Roads and Bridges starting in June 2009. For the rest of the program news for 2009 and beginning plans for 2010, go to the Village News Committee Page.
Patty Meroni - Resident in the Spotlight - 2009
Patty Meroni is our most recent Barrington Hills “Resident in the Spotlight” nominated by the Communications Committee. See the full story with photos on the Community Resident in the Spotlight Page.
Connect to the above link and learn how to support the latest Illinois House Resolution concerning Canadian National Railway.
What to do now that the CN Trains are running
Barrington Hills location of CN Railway temporary traffic warning sign
Photo courtesy of Nikki Panos
For a reminder of how to formally register a complaint, please go to the Hot Topics Page. Every Complaint is IMPORTANT!
July Update: Be sure to go to the www.cn.ca website to find CN's plan for upgrading tracks within Barrington Hills!!
The Village Planning Commission is addressing lighting as part of an updated Comprehensive Plan. Go to the Village Committee News Page and look for the Planning Commission updates. Tips and resources for saving money and getting money from Com Ed are included!
The United States Post Office has introduced a free recycling program. See the Village News Home Page. The Village Hall dropped their program in favor of the easy and free Post Office Program
Barrington Hills History and Photos
A significant part of the beauty and social aspect of the village is reflected on our special History Pages.
Ed. We have background information on the Cooke archaeological Indian digs inside the Village and will be augmenting the History Pages with some fun facts from the area. Who knew our history is documented back to 400 A.D. and more!!
The Photo Gallery Pages - a Photo Gallery was started for pictures from Village IYA 2009 April Events. We will augment photos and news as the year progresses. Share your own stories from IYA 2009.
Allison Springer and horse Arthur Steeple Jump Photo at Rolex 2009 - photo courtesy of Derith Vogt
Photos from from local Equestrian Allison Springer's Rolex Competition in April 2009 are posted on the Photo Gallery Page for Horses. Please take a moment to view the photos and connect to Allison's personal website for news about her competition in Wayne, Illinois and future European Competition which will involve Fundraising efforts to help her continue her quest.
The Library is interested in documenting the history of the Barrington area – the goal is to preserve this information and make it accessible “for the next 100 years” to the community. The library is seeking more photographs and other historic documents. Oral history is equally valuable and the library will assist residents with the process. Rose Faber can be contacted at rfaber@barringtonarealibrary.org.
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