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 code to get the Recycle Coach App for free!
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
In 2024, Illinois Fire Departments responded to 23,158 calls about carbon monoxide. Springfield, Ill- Winter brings cold arctic air to Illinois and as residents turn up their thermostats to stay warm the risk of a home heating fire or Carbon Monoxide incident increases. The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) encourages residents to…
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 …
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…
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…
ByDonna
On April 9, 2025 Village Engineers held an informational meeting regarding plans to renovate Center Street Bridge. For a meeting summary, Click >>HERE<<