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Beginning in mid-March, households across the country will begin receiving official Census Bureau mail with detailed information on how to respond to the 2020 Census online, by phone, or by mail. The Village encourages all residents to participate in the Census as the official census count provides the basis for reapportioning congressional seats, redistricting, and distributing federal and state funds to local communities.

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Winnetka Launches "Winnetka Futures" Comprehensive Planning Process

The Village of Winnetka is pleased to announce the kick-off of a community-wide planning process to create an updated comprehensive plan. “The Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan” will be an official roadmap informing Village decisions over the next 20 years on issues including land use, economic development, natural resources, transportation, housing, and sustainability.

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Stormwater Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with School District 36 Moves Forward

The Village of Winnetka and School District 36 have negotiated an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) authorizing the Village to utilize underground areas on Crow Island School property for flood control efforts in western and southwestern Winnetka, addressing serious and longstanding flooding concerns. District 36 approved the IGA on December 17, and the Village approved it on January 7.

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01/28/2020 07:00 PM

Special Plan Commission Meeting

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Time:07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Location: North Shore Country Day School, Winnetka, IL -60093

A special Plan Commission will be held in the Council Chamber at Village Hall, 510 Green Bay Road on Tuesday, January 28 at 7:00 PM.

(07:00 PM - 09:30 PM)

02/03/2020 07:00 PM

Landmark Preservation Commission Meeting

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Time:07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Location: Winnetka Village Hall, Winnetka, IL -60093

The Landmark Preservation Commission holds its regular meetings on the 1st Monday of each month. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of Village Hall.

(07:00 PM - 09:30 PM)

02/04/2020 07:00 PM

Village Council Regular Meeting

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Time:07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Winnetka Village Hall, Winnetka, IL -60093

The Winnetka Village Council holds its Regular Meetings on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month. Meetings are held in Council Chambers on the second floor of Village Hall.

(07:00 PM - 10:00 PM)

02/08/2020 10:00 AM

Community Conversations

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Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: Peet's Coffee, Winnetka, IL -60093

Is something on your mind about the Village of Winnetka? Questions? Suggestions? Concerns? Your Trustees want to hear about it. Join Village Council members at the Farmers' Market at the corner of Green Bay Road and Oak Street on the second Saturday of each month from 10:00-11:00 AM. Discuss the hot issues, share your thoughts about our Village, get to know your elected officials.

(10:00 AM - 11:00 PM)

02/10/2020 06:00 PM

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

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Time:06:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Location: Winnetka Village Hall, Winnetka, IL -60093

The Zoning Board of Appeals holds its regular meetings on the 2nd Monday of each month. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers on the 2nd Floor of Village Hall.

(06:00 PM - 09:30 PM)

02/11/2020 07:00 PM

Village Council Study Session

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Time:07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Winnetka Village Hall, Winnetka, IL -60093

The Winnetka Village Council holds its Study Session meetings on the 2nd Tuesday each month. Meetings are held in Council Chambers on the second floor of Village Hall.

(07:00 PM - 10:00 PM)

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We Welcome You. Winnetka is picturesquely situated on the shore of Lake Michigan, just 17 miles north of Chicago. The Village is made up of tranquil tree-shaded streets and family-oriented neighborhoods as well as three quaint in-town business districts that are home to a variety of shops, restaurants and businesses.

The Village’s vision statement describes Winnetka as "...a village in a natural setting committed to its tradition of residential neighborhoods, citizen involvement, local shops and educational excellence...". Whether you are a resident or guest, we welcome you to take part in all of the things that make our village so special.