Community News
A Message from the Mayor
Message from the Mayor: I sincerely thank the entire Lyons Community for coming together this Independence Day weekend and sharing in the celebration of our Nation. It was an honor to bring back Lyons Fest after more than 25 years. The festival drew thousands of familiar faces of all ages, all eager to take in the summer weather, carnival, food,
Music in the Park – Strung Out
Get the ultimate 70’s musical experience as Strung Out-Chicago performs this Wednesday, July 21 at Music in the Park from 6 PM – 9 PM in Veterans Park. Antoni 2 will be offering gyros for $3 and sodas for $1. The Village will be providing free bottled water and popcorn. We hope to see you there! Upcoming Performers: July 28
Water & Garbage Rate Adjustments Starting July 1, 2021
Due to increases in water rates from the City of Chicago, the Village of Lyons is implementing a variable water rate adjustment beginning July 1, 2021. The flat rate for minimal residential water usage (4,000 gallons) will increase from $20 to $22/month or $40 to $44/billing cycle. Flat rates for residential multi-family & commercial users will remain unchanged. For every
Now Hiring “Paid on Call” Firefighter / EMT – B
The Village of Lyons is seeking applicants with a strong desire to serve their community, for the appointed position of “Paid on Call” Firefighter / EMT – B (This is not a full time position) Applicants shall: Live within five (5) miles of the village at the time of appointment. Shall have at time of appointment or be required to
New LED Street Lights
The Village of Lyons recently completed the installation of new LED lighting to all of the Village owned and operated street light fixtures. Mayor Getty said that the new LED lights provide a brighter White Light, as compared to the dimmer yellow lights of the old light fixture systems, and will also result in a significant reduction in electricity costs
Alley Pavement Resumes This Summer
Village President Christopher Getty announced that the village will resume the village program to replace and upgrade neighborhood alleyways. Last year, 8 alleys were upgraded from loose limestone gravel to a concrete-based system that utilizes a new technology that reduces water pooling and safety. “We will be able to continue, at a minimum, replacing two blocks of alleyway every year
All Water Meters Will Be Replaced To Improve Accuracy And Efficiency
The Village of Lyons Board of Trustees voted in 2015 to replace all of the water meters for the village’s 3,336 water service customers including residential homes and businesses. Mayor Christopher Getty called the move a “vital upgrade” that will modernize the village water metering system, ensure accuracy in water usage readings and reduce maintenance costs through improved efficiency. Getty
Lyons Teams Up With Justice, Willow Springs For 911 Services
The village of Lyons is teaming up with Justice and Willow Springs for its 911 services. The villages are following a trend of other smaller communities in Illinois, many of which are doing the same thing in order to provide 911 services and not lose any funding in the process. The Lyons Village Board recently approved an ordinance that establishes
Village Board Sets July 10 As Date For Tear Down Of Old Fire House
The Village of Lyons Board of Trustees have set July 10, 2017 as the date for the tear-down of the former village Fire House at 4043 S.Joliet Ave. The abandoned Fire House will be replaced with a parking area serving the Lyons Fire Department and Emergency response personnel. Mayor Christopher Getty said the tear-down date was selected for after the
Lyons is a historic community that is actively encouraging redevelopment of existing land. The Village values high-quality development and is always seeking to improve the quality of life for its residents.