Monday, May 4, 2009
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Attention Volozens : Don't Be a Dimbulb : Get Your FREE Bulb!
From the 4/23/09 Daily Herald:
Attention Volo residents: Go get your free light bulbs
By Lee Filas | Daily Herald Staff
And what's the prize for being one of 10 winners across the state? The village received 400 money-saving compact fluorescent lights to hand out to residents.
The CFL bulbs, courtesy of the Citizen's Utility Board, are designed to burn longer and use less electricity. They are available to Volo residents at village hall, 500 S. Fish Lake Road. There is a limit of two per household.
"They are here and we are giving them out to any village resident who wants them," Village Manager Ken Buchardt said. "We're happy about the award. It's a nice little thing for us to win."
Volo won the bulbs after residents took part in CUB's "Get Green" Community Giveaway, by pledging to use at least one energy-saving light bulb in their home within the next year. The village was one of 10 Illinois communities with the highest percentage of pledges in 2008, earning their share of the prize.
According to a news release, the money-saving CFL bulbs use up to 75 percent less energy than ordinary incandescent light bulbs, and can save users $50 over its lifetime.
"CFLs are great for both your pocketbook and the planet," said Rebecca Devens, CUB's environmental programs coordinator.
In 2008, 18,000 people statewide took the pledge by filling out a form at CUB's "Get Green" page at CitizensUtilityBoard.org.
Buchardt admits the results granting Volo the win may be a bit skewed.
"CUB went by percentages, so with Volo only having 1,000 residents in 2008, we needed a lot less residents to vote in favor of using the bulbs than larger towns," he said. "But, we still appreciate the bulbs and will get the word out that residents can pick up the bulbs here."
Attention Volo residents: Go get your free light bulbs
By Lee Filas | Daily Herald Staff
And what's the prize for being one of 10 winners across the state? The village received 400 money-saving compact fluorescent lights to hand out to residents.
The CFL bulbs, courtesy of the Citizen's Utility Board, are designed to burn longer and use less electricity. They are available to Volo residents at village hall, 500 S. Fish Lake Road. There is a limit of two per household.
"They are here and we are giving them out to any village resident who wants them," Village Manager Ken Buchardt said. "We're happy about the award. It's a nice little thing for us to win."
Volo won the bulbs after residents took part in CUB's "Get Green" Community Giveaway, by pledging to use at least one energy-saving light bulb in their home within the next year. The village was one of 10 Illinois communities with the highest percentage of pledges in 2008, earning their share of the prize.
According to a news release, the money-saving CFL bulbs use up to 75 percent less energy than ordinary incandescent light bulbs, and can save users $50 over its lifetime.
"CFLs are great for both your pocketbook and the planet," said Rebecca Devens, CUB's environmental programs coordinator.
In 2008, 18,000 people statewide took the pledge by filling out a form at CUB's "Get Green" page at CitizensUtilityBoard.org.
Buchardt admits the results granting Volo the win may be a bit skewed.
"CUB went by percentages, so with Volo only having 1,000 residents in 2008, we needed a lot less residents to vote in favor of using the bulbs than larger towns," he said. "But, we still appreciate the bulbs and will get the word out that residents can pick up the bulbs here."
Monday, April 6, 2009
Let your opinion be known!
Don't forget to vote tomorrow! And be sure to express your opinion on whether or not you want Route 53 to be extended from Lake Cook Rd to IL-120!
Friday, March 13, 2009
State expands holdings around Volo Bog
From the March 5, 2009 Daily Herald:
SPRINGFIELD -- Illinois officials have purchased 32 acres in northwest Lake County that they say contain one the state's natural wonders: a bog.
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources says it bought the land for nearly $1.1 million. The Illinois Conservation Foundation provided a private donation of $125,000 toward the cost.
Officials say the new state property offers access to the existing Volo Bog State Natural Area, while also buffering it from encroaching development. The bog transformed over thousands of years from a deep lake to a floating mat of moss and cattails, providing a home for rare plant and animal species.
The Volo Bog is a National Natural Landmark. IDNR Director Marc Miller says the purchase helps protect of the state's most unique landscapes.
SPRINGFIELD -- Illinois officials have purchased 32 acres in northwest Lake County that they say contain one the state's natural wonders: a bog.
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources says it bought the land for nearly $1.1 million. The Illinois Conservation Foundation provided a private donation of $125,000 toward the cost.
Officials say the new state property offers access to the existing Volo Bog State Natural Area, while also buffering it from encroaching development. The bog transformed over thousands of years from a deep lake to a floating mat of moss and cattails, providing a home for rare plant and animal species.
The Volo Bog is a National Natural Landmark. IDNR Director Marc Miller says the purchase helps protect of the state's most unique landscapes.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Thornton's in Volo?
I don't normally post twice in one day but I was just looking at the agenda from the village board meeting this past Tuesday and it refers to the plan commission public hearing on 3/19. The bullet says "Thornton's PUD" which leads me to believe we could see yet another gas station along Route 12. Goody.
Update 3/17/09 - the agenda for the 3/19 meeting has been posted and I can confirm that this meeting is regarding the addition of a Thornton's gas station and convenience store at the NE corner of 120 and Volo Village Road."
I did like the comment the other day about taking the BP/McD's and making it a Rock 'N Roll McDonald's. I still think my Sonic idea is worthwhile too!
Update 3/17/09 - the agenda for the 3/19 meeting has been posted and I can confirm that this meeting is regarding the addition of a Thornton's gas station and convenience store at the NE corner of 120 and Volo Village Road."
I did like the comment the other day about taking the BP/McD's and making it a Rock 'N Roll McDonald's. I still think my Sonic idea is worthwhile too!
Consumers Credit Union grand opening
From the March 11 Lake County Journal:
VOLO – Consumers Credit Union has opened its newest branch at 195 E. Route 120 in Volo.
Grand opening festivities at the new office will kick off at 9 a.m. April 11 with a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony that will be attended by Consumers Credit Union officials, local dignitaries and Volo-area business leaders.
The new office also will host a “Business After Hours” event for members of the Wauconda and Fox Lake chambers of commerce Thursday, April 16.
The highlight of the celebration is the giveaway of a new Pontiac Vibe from Anthony Pontiac of Gurnee. Registration for the car giveaway will take place April 16 through July 3. The credit union will announce the winner of the contest the week of July 6.
Registration is open to everyone 18 and older. Complete rules are available at all Consumers Credit Union offices and at www.myconsumers.org.
For more information about the Volo office, contact the credit union’s president, Sean M. Rathjen, at 847-782-4670
VOLO – Consumers Credit Union has opened its newest branch at 195 E. Route 120 in Volo.
Grand opening festivities at the new office will kick off at 9 a.m. April 11 with a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony that will be attended by Consumers Credit Union officials, local dignitaries and Volo-area business leaders.
The new office also will host a “Business After Hours” event for members of the Wauconda and Fox Lake chambers of commerce Thursday, April 16.
The highlight of the celebration is the giveaway of a new Pontiac Vibe from Anthony Pontiac of Gurnee. Registration for the car giveaway will take place April 16 through July 3. The credit union will announce the winner of the contest the week of July 6.
Registration is open to everyone 18 and older. Complete rules are available at all Consumers Credit Union offices and at www.myconsumers.org.
For more information about the Volo office, contact the credit union’s president, Sean M. Rathjen, at 847-782-4670
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Volo Village Corner Market scrapped
Hey all - sorry for the lack of updates lately. Frankly, there really hasn't been much to report on during this rough economic crisis. Development is at a standstill and unforunately, most of the news is bad.
I was driving down Route 12 the other day and noticed that the sign for Volo Village Corner Market (opening Spring 2007, er, 2008) had been replaced by a public hearing sign. I haven't been able to read the specifics yet, but I visited the VVCM website this morning and the entire project appears to have been scrapped and the land is for sale again.
I think that corner would be optimal for a food chain - particularly Sonic Drive-In. The famous classic carhop restaurants returned to the Chicago area in 2008, opening 3 locations in Bartlett, Algonquin, and Aurora. There is a distinct lack of restaurants along Route 12 between Wauconda and Fox Lake, and the theme of the restaurant ties in perfectly with the Volo Auto Museum across the street.
I was driving down Route 12 the other day and noticed that the sign for Volo Village Corner Market (opening Spring 2007, er, 2008) had been replaced by a public hearing sign. I haven't been able to read the specifics yet, but I visited the VVCM website this morning and the entire project appears to have been scrapped and the land is for sale again.
I think that corner would be optimal for a food chain - particularly Sonic Drive-In. The famous classic carhop restaurants returned to the Chicago area in 2008, opening 3 locations in Bartlett, Algonquin, and Aurora. There is a distinct lack of restaurants along Route 12 between Wauconda and Fox Lake, and the theme of the restaurant ties in perfectly with the Volo Auto Museum across the street.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
