Maine Township

This week is National Fire Prevention Week, October 4–10, 2026, and the theme for this year is, Charge into Fire Safety. The campaign from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) focuses on simple, everyday habits that keep battery-powered devices safe.

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Charge Into Fire Safety: Smart Charging Habits for Fire Prevention Week This week is National Fire Prevention Week, October 4–10, 2026, and the theme for this year is, Charge into Fire Safety. The campaign from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) focuses on simple, everyday habits that keep battery-powered devices safe.

Join Cook County Commissioner Maggie Trevor for Community Office Hours right here in Maine Township. Her office will be on hand to assist residents with any issues or questions regarding Cook County government.

Our next session is on:
📅 Thursday, October 8
⏰ 10 a.m. to Noon
📍 Maine Township Town Hall, 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge

Chief Deputy Clerk Eva Magnowski received a Certificate of Appreciation for her “outstanding dedication, professionalism and unwavering commitment to public service” by the Township Officials of Cook County (TOCC) Clerk’s Division at the TOCC Clerk’s Division Meeting.

The Township recognized her for this achievement at the September board meeting.

Thank you Eva for all you do for the residents of Maine Township!

Starting October 1, Flood Brothers Disposal Co. will no longer require stickers for yard waste collection for unincorporated Maine Township.

Maine Township will accept unused Flood Brothers yard waste stickers purchased from the Township Clerk’s Office for refund through December 15.

To request a refund, residents should bring their unused Flood Brothers stickers to the Clerk’s Office located in Maine Township Town Hall at 1700 Ballard Rd. in Park Ridge, Monday through Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Join us for MaineStay's upcoming fall youth programs including Tutoring, Family Fun Nights, Trunk or Treat, and Kids Fall Fest.

MaineStay Youth & Family Services Giving hope. Creating possibilities. Transforming lives.

Highway Commissioner Ed Beauvais recently visited the Des Plaines History Center to view their new "Voicing our Veterans Stories" exhibit. He encourages everyone to visit this exhibit, open through December, to learn about local veterans and their stories.

The first cold nights of fall are a signal. Mice and rats that spent the summer perfectly happy outdoors start looking for somewhere warm, dry and close to a meal. Very quickly townhomes, condos and apartment complexes can become a perfect target home.

Read about pest prevention tips and options on who to call within Maine Township if you run into issues.

Pest Prevention Begins at Home

Maine Township wishes all who observe Yom Kippur a meaningful and peaceful day of fasting, reflection and connection with family and community.

Due to the potential for severe weather on Saturday, September 19, Maine Township has made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Community Garage Sale.

This decision was made to protect the safety of residents, attendees, vendors, volunteers, and staff. The current forecast indicates a strong chance of severe thunderstorms, heavy rain (2+ inches), and strong winds, creating significant safety, setup, and operational concerns for this outdoor event.

The Garage Sale will not be rescheduled this year.
The safety of vendors, visitors, and staff is our top priority. Maine Township apologizes for any inconvenience and appreciates the community’s understanding.

We'd like to thank our generous sponsors for their support this year:
• Journal & Topics Newspapers
• State Senator Laura Murphy
• State Representative Michelle Mussman
• State Representative Justin Cochran
• Center for Discovery
• Parkway Bank
• Flood Brothers Disposal
• Caruso’s Pizza
• Maine Township Supervisor Kimberly Jones

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Illinois Township Code (60 ILCS 1/ et seq.) that the Maine Township Special Meeting of Electors will take place on:

Thursday, October 1, 2026
at 7 o’clock PM.
at Maine Township Town Hall, 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, Illinois.

The purpose of said meeting shall be for the electors to consider and act on a resolution authorizing the conveyance of 1387 Redeker Road, Des Plaines to Maine Township Road and Bridge; to consider and act on a resolution authorizing the declaration of certain property as surplus and approving methods for public sale or disposal; and to approve a resolution for the compensation of the moderator.

The agenda for the October 1, 2026 Special Town Meeting of Maine Township Electors shall be as follows:

1. Call to order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Selection of Moderator and Parliamentarian
4. Introductory Remarks Regarding Purpose of Meeting
5. Public Participation
6. Consideration of and Action on a Resolution Authorizing the Conveyance of 1387 Redeker Road, Des Plaines to Maine Township Road and Bridge
7. Consideration of and Action on a Resolution Authorizing the Declaration of Certain Property as Surplus and Approving Methods for Public Sale or Disposal
8. Approval of Resolution for Compensation of Moderator
9. Adjournment

Dated September 16, 2026

Peter Gialamas
Town Clerk