News Flash

Street closure information for Winnetka Music Festival

The Winnetka Music Festival will take place on Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17 in the East Elm business district. The following are traffic and parking implications relevant to the event:

• On Thursday, June 15:
  • There will be no parking in the Community...

Water & Electric Department Receives System Achievement Award

Winnetka recently received the 2023 System Achievement Award at the 2023 Annual Conference of the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA), the Illinois Municipal Utilities Association (IMUA) and the Illinois Public Energy Agency (IPEA). The award, prese...

A Message from the Fire Chief: Beach and Marina Safety Tips

This summer, the Winnetka Fire Department wishes to remind you of some beach and marina safety tips to help you stay safe as you enjoy beautiful days on the lake:

Swimming Safety:

• Be aware of hazards, such as underwater obstacles, sharp objects in the sand,...

Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Prohibited June 1-September 30

Between June 1 and September 30, gasoline-powered leaf blowers are prohibited entirely in the Village of Winnetka. Violation of the ordinance is subject to a $100 fine per occurrence. These restrictions also apply to the use of electric leaf blowers plugg...

CPR/AED Training Class Available

Early administration of CPR to cardiac arrest victims increases their chances for survival. The Winnetka Fire Department conducts CPR/AED certification and recertification classes monthly. 

Upcoming class dates ...

Electric Department Performing Line Clearance (Tree Trimming)

Pruning trees near overhead utility lines is important for public safety and reliable electric utility service, as trees are a leading cause of power outages. Asplundh Tree Experts has been hired to perform line clearance work for 2023.  All cont...

Schmidt-Burnham Log House Open

The Schmidt-Burnham Log House is open to the public on Sundays from 2-4 PM through November 19. Visit to their new exhibits and artifacts, and participate in a scavenger hunt! The Log House is the oldest log structure in Cook County, Illinois. Built circa...

Please Walk Bikes in Business Districts

In order to make our business districts safer for everyone, the Village has partnered with School District 36 to ask bicycle riders to walk their bikes on sidewalks in the business districts. The Village posted signs along Elm Street, Chestnut Street, Lin...

A Message from the Fire Chief: Hydrant Flow Testing

The Fire Department will be conducting fire hydrant flow testing beginning this spring. This process is designed to measure the amount of water pressure in the Village’s fire hydrants. This process ensures that firefighters have access to proper...