The Village Board of Trustees approved the 2026 meeting calendar. Their meetings will be on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 7PM unless otherwise posted. The Planning Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals will meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Please click below to view the meeting schedules for 2026. Happy New Year!
2026 Village Board Meeting Schedule updated 12/17/25
2026 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule updated 12/9/2025
ByGeorgina
McHenry County Department of Health and Lake County Health Department are offering reduced fee water testing for individual well users. Residents are encouraged to have their well water tested annually for coliform bacteria and nitrates. Sampling kits can be picked up at the Village Hall. *You must collect and return your sample to the appropriate…
ByDonna
NEED TO PARK ON THE STREET OVERNIGHT? If you have a case where your car/s need to be on the street due to a construction project, your driveway being sealed, or guests staying over, request a waiver for overnight parking from our contracted Wauconda Code Enforcement to avoid ticketing! Just click on this link: https://www.frontlinepss.com/wauconda …
ByDonna
At this year’s RiverFest in September, Village Officials honored our 4th annual Hometown Hero–Wayne Krcmar! From brave acts as a soldier during the Vietnam War to continuing as proprietor of our historic Hermann’s Rest-a-While Wayne’s support of our community has been steadfast. Wayne received a certificate of appreciation and gifts from the community. You can…
ByDonna
The Village of Port Barrington is proud to announce two scholarship opportunities for the 2026–2027 academic year, marking our 11th year of supporting the educational goals of Port Barrington residents. Port Barrington Educational Scholarship Award – $1,000 For use toward college expenses including tuition, books, and related costs. Paar Family Trade School Scholarship – $1,000…
ByGeorgina
The Village of Port Barrington is excited to join the Recycle Coach network. For residents looking to reduce their household waste and become better recyclers, look no further than the Recycle Coach app – now available in Port Barrington! Click HERE for more information or visit the Waste Hauling/Recycling page for additional resources. Scan this QR…
ByGeorgina
Stop by Fox Trail Park and check out the new SWALCO Textile Recycling Bin! The Village of Port Barrington has partnered with SWALCO to help divert items from landfills responsibly, assist our local community, and support our greater environment and planet beyond. A complete list of acceptable and non-acceptable items/materials is here: https://www.swalco.org/189/Clothing-TextilesAcceptable-Unacceptable Shoes cannot…