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Wastewater Treatment Plant Project

Enhancements Anticipated to Begin This Fall

You will soon notice some construction activity at the Barrington Public Works Facility. The Village has planned major upgrades to its Wastewater Treatment Plant located at 302 N. Raymond Ave. Improvements include the installation of new process equipment, clarifiers and other upgrades to meet water quality requirements of the water that is discharged into the Flint Creek tributary. Funding for this project was provided by a low-interest loan from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency’s Water Pollution Control Loan Program (WPCLP). The WPCLP is funded by both state and federal sources. The $70 million loan has an interest rate of 1.96% and will be repaid over 30 years. For more information, contact Public Works at (847) 381-7903.

Learn More About the Wastewater Treatment Plant

Learn more about this critical piece of infrastructure and take a behind-the-scenes video tour of the plant to learn more about the treatment process on the water page.

New Illinois Law Establishes Rules for E-Mobility Usage

 

New Illinois Law Establishes Rules for E-Mobility Usage

In August, the State of Illinois passed new legislation establishing statewide safety standards for electric scooters, skateboards, electric and gas-powered bikes, and motor-driven cycles. The new law classifies electric scooters and skateboards as “e-micromobility devices.” It also creates a separate category for motor-driven cycles, which includes electric bikes, gas bikes and e-scooters capable of speeds greater than 28 mph.

For motor-driven cycles, operators will need a special driver’s license, and the vehicles must be titled, insured and properly equipped to operate on public streets. These requirements do not apply to other e-mobility devices.

Please take a moment to review the helpful graphic to familiarize yourself with the new requirements and restrictions for the different types of electric and gas-powered devices. Illinois’ new law takes full statewide effect on Jan. 1, 2027. For additional information, visit the Illinois Secretary of State’s website.

The Village of Barrington also encourages residents to report reckless or unsafe use of e-mobility devices by calling 911. This allows the Barrington Police Department to respond promptly and address the situation.

Traffic Alert: Hough Street Lane Reductions Begin Monday

Traffic Alert: Hough Street (Route 59) Lane Reductions Begin Monday

Beginning Monday, July 27, Hough Street (Route 59) will be reduced to one lane in each direction south of Northwest Highway as work begins on the next phase of the Route 14 underpass project. This stage includes construction of the culvert that will carry the relocated Flint Creek.

Traffic changes include:

  • Northbound left turn lane from Hough Street onto Route 14 will be temporarily shortened due to adjacent construction. Consider alternative routes to proceed westbound on Route 14 to avoid traffic delays.
    Lions Drive at Hough Street will be temporarily closed. Barrington Park District visitors can still access Lions Drive from Route 14.
  • This is the first stage of Hough Street construction, and the temporary traffic pattern is expected to remain in place for at least one month. During this time, the contractor will also evaluate opportunities to complete additional work as part of this stage, which could increase the duration of these lane reductions.

A traffic map is shown below. Drivers, please plan for delays and use caution when traveling through the area.

Stay updated on the Route 14 underpass project by visiting the dedicated project website at us14underpass.com and subscribing to receive email alerts.

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