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Petitions Accepted 11/12-11/18

📢 NOTICE TO SPRING VALLEY RESIDENTS 📢

Spring Valley City Clerk and Local Election Official, Rebecca Hansen, has announced that her office at 215 N. Greenwood St. will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. starting Tuesday, November 12, 2024, through Monday, November 18, 2024.

During this time, candidate petitions will be accepted for the Consolidated Election on April 1, 2025 for the following offices:

  • Mayor
  • City Clerk
  • Treasurer
  • Alderman of the First Ward
  • Alderman of the Second Ward
  • Alderman of the Third Ward
  • Alderman of the Fourth Ward
    (All positions are 4-year terms.)

For any questions, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (815) 664-4221.

Thank you!

Veteran’s Day

📢 NOTICE TO SPRING VALLEY RESIDENTS 📢

Spring Valley City Clerk, Becky Hansen, has announced that the City Clerk’s Office will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, in observance of Veteran’s Day.

Please note that garbage and recycling collection will continue on the regular schedule.

Thank you, and let’s all take a moment to honor our veterans!

  • November 8, 2024 by

Fall Flushing Schedule – 2024

🚰 FALL WATER MAIN FLUSHING 2024 🚰

The City of Spring Valley will begin flushing water mains on Monday, October 28, 2024, with work running through Friday, November 8, 2024, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day.

💧 What to Expect:

  • Residents may experience temporary increased water turbidity and isolated areas of low pressure.
  • If you notice any discoloration, simply let the water run until it clears.

🗓️ Flushing Schedule:

  • Monday, October 28 & Tuesday, October 29: All areas west of Hall High School, including Marquette Road, Briarcliff, Johnson Subdivision, and Industrial Park.
  • Wednesday, October 30: Area north of Dakota Street, including Cambridge and Spring Creek Subdivisions.
  • Thursday, October 31: Area west of Spalding Street and south of Dakota Street; east of John Mitchell.
  • Friday, November 1: Area east of Spalding Street and south of Dakota Street, including Webster Park.

The schedule will continue the following week, ending on Friday, November 8.

If you have questions, please reach out to the Public Works Department.

  • Jeff Norton, Superintendent of Public Works – City of Spring Valley

  • October 28, 2024 by

Fall Leaf Vacuum Schedule/Details

🍂 Annual Residential Leaf Collection Begins October 28, 2024! 🍂

The City of Spring Valley is kicking off its Annual Leaf Collection Program on October 28, 2024. Please review the collection schedule and guidelines below to ensure smooth service in your area.

🚫 Important Reminder: DO NOT place leaves in the street. Depositing leaves on the street is a violation of city code, and violators may be fined.

Guidelines for Leaf Collection:

  • Placement: Rake leaves within three (3) feet of the curb. The leaf vacuum cannot reach leaves placed farther away.
  • Vehicle Parking: Do not block leaf piles with vehicles during collection times.
  • Collection Timing: Have leaves ready at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your old garbage pick-up day. Collection times may vary depending on leaf volume in other areas of the city.
  • One-Time Pass: The collection truck will only make one pass per neighborhood each week. Leaves left after collection won’t be picked up until the following week.
  • Keep it Leaf-Only: Do not mix leaves with brush, tree limbs, garden waste, vines, lumber, or other materials.
  • Keep Distance: Avoid piling leaves around poles, signs, or mailboxes; leave a 3-foot radius for the vacuum truck.

Reminder: Leaves in the street create hazardous driving conditions and can clog storm sewers.

If you have any questions about the program, please contact the Street Department at 815-664-4752.

Jeff Norton, Street Superintendent

  • October 28, 2024 by

Burning Ordinance Summary

1. No burning of garbage, rubbish, or any material that emits an offensive odor when burned. 

2. Limited amounts of yard waste (small quantities of dried branches, leaves, weeds, dry grass), when the material is dry and does not create an offensive odor, nuisance, or fire hazard due to winds, is permitted.

3. Burning cannot be within 20 feet of a structure such as a residence or garage. 

4. Burn barrels, fine wire mesh or concrete brick enclosures, or structures that could be used to burn garbage, rubbish, or combustible material are forbidden.

5. Burning must be out by 4:00 P.M. Cannot be left smoldering and must be fully extinguished. Burning must be supervised by a competent person and always tended to.

6. Recreational fires- Recreational fires are permitted as long as garbage or rubbish is not being burned, the fire is contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, barbeque grill, or barbeque pit and has a total area of three (3) feet or less in diameter and two (2) feet or less. 

Burning Hours 

  • April 1 through May 31 from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM 
  • September 1 through November 30 from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM 
  • No burning on days Hall High School has a home football game

City-Wide Cleanup ’24

For immediate release: Spring Valley City Clerk, Rebecca Hansen, has announced Cleanup Day will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Residents should put cleanup items out in the same location as their weekly materials by 6:00 a.m. as only one stop will be made at each home.

The following items will not be picked up: major appliances, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, water heaters/softeners, windows, glass, riding lawn mowers, electronic items (TVs, cell phones, MP3 players, radios, etc.), demolition/remodeling/construction materials (including carpet), household hazardous waste (oils, chemicals, pesticides, wet paint), liquid waste, medical waste, batteries, concrete, landscaping/yard waste (rocks, bricks, dirt, grass, etc.), tires, auto parts, steel, glass, or windows.

All materials should be neatly stacked and placed together at one location where normal household trash is collected and not to exceed the dimensions of 4x4x3 so that orderliness can be preserved by the city. Miscellaneous loose bulk items should be contained in bags or boxes.

Any questions may be directed to Republic Services at (815) 719-8151 or the City Clerk’s Office at (815) 664-4221.

Thank you, Becky

City Wide Garage Sales 2024

SPRING VALLEY CITY WIDE GARAGE SALES WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 6TH, 7TH AND 8TH. MAPS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5TH.

IT IS FREE OF CHARGE TO GET ON THE MAP AND YOU CAN PARTICIPATE ONE OR MORE DAYS. SEND NAME AND ADDRESS OF WHERE THE SALE WILL BE AND THE DAYS YOU WANT TO HAVE THE SALE. DEADLINE TO GET ON THE MAP IS FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024.

SEND TO: S.V. CITY CLERK
215 N GREENWOOD ST.
SPRING VALLEY, IL. 61362

OR CALL: (815)664-4221

NOTICE OF EXAMINATION FOR PATROL OFFICER

BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF SPRING VALLEY

NOTICE OF EXAMINATION FOR PATROL OFFICER FOR THE CITY OF SPRING VALLEY, ILLINOIS

There will be an open competitive examination for new applicants for the Police Department of the City of Spring Valley on May 25, 2024, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Spring Valley City Hall located at 215 N. Greenwood Street, Spring Valley, Illinois.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Under 35 years of age, unless exempt as provided by Illinois law
  • High School Diploma (or equivalent)
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Complete the written testing and oral examination requirements, as well as a physical aptitude test, a background investigation, a psychological examination, and a medical examination

Following the written examination, oral interviews will be scheduled on May 29th and May 30th

Applicants are posted in their respective positions in order of their performance as determined by examination and oral interview, with preference points added as required by Illinois law.

Application packets may be picked up from the Spring Valley Police Department, located at 215 N. Greenwood Street, Spring Valley, Illinois, beginning May 1, 2024. A non-refundable $20.00 testing fee must be paid at the time the application is returned. The completed application packet must be returned to the Spring Valley Police Department no later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, by order of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners.