Emerald Ash BorerInformation Links:USDA Quarantine Press ReleaseQuarantine Questions/AnswersInsecticidal Management InformationCooperative Project EAB Locations MapIllinois Department of Agriculture - Emerald Ash Borer ProjectIDA Newsletter on EAB The emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis) has been observed in Kane and Lake Counties of Illinois.  Officials believe that the ash borer came to Illinois in firewood transported from the quarantined area in Michigan.  The emerald ash borer is a destructive, non-native pest that feasts on ash trees.  All sixteen ash species are susceptible to attack.The emerald ash borer is a small, metallic-green beetle native to Asia.  Its larvae burrow into the bark of ash trees, causing the trees to starve and eventually die.  While the beetle does not po... 06/04/2007

    Attention Algonquin Property Owners - We are interested in acquiring commercial property located in Algonquin IllinoisBy : Michael R. Linton   Submitted 2007-06-01 21:29:54 Attention Algonquin Property Owners - We are interested in acquiring commercial property located in Algonquin Illinois Our commercial investment team is looking for commercial properties in Algonquin, Illinois. Our main focus will be the acquisition, ownership and operation of high quality neighborhood and community shopping centers, office buildings and healthcare real estate in the Algonquin area. Below is our property acquisition criteria: Algonquin Property Types · Retail - Anchored, unanchored or shadow anchored regional or community centers. Typically 25,000 square feet and above. · Office - National or reg... 06/04/2007

BLONDE TERMINOLOGY BLONDE JOKES Anally -- occurring yearly Artery -- study of paintings Bacteria -- back door of cafeteria Barium -- what doctors do when treatment fails Bowel -- letter like A.E.I.O.U Caesarian section -- district in Rome Cat scan -- searching for kitty Cauterize -- Made eye contact with her Colic -- sheep dog Coma -- a punctuation mark Congenital -- friendly D&C -- where Washington is Diarrhea -- journal of daily events Dilate -- to live long Enema -- not a friend Fester -- quicker Fibula -- a small lie Genital -- non-Jewish G.I. Series -- soldiers' ball game Grippe -- suitcase Hangnail -- coat hook Impotent -- distinguished, well known Intense pain -- torture in a teepee Labour pain -- got hurt at work Medical staff -- doctor's cane Morbid -- higher offer Nitrate -- c... 05/28/2007

 Algonquin information compared to National averages                           Natiional                        Algonquin Population293,655,40031,566Household sizePersons per household 2.603.00HousingNatl. averageAlgonquin, ILHouse purchase costMedian sales value $217,200$300,700Home appreciationMost recent 12 months 1.8%2.3%Commute timein minutes 27.438.1EconomyNatl. averageAlgonquin, ILCost of Living indexhigher rate = higher costs 100.0115.8Unemployment Rate4.6%5.4%Recent Job GrowthMost recent 12 months 1.4%-0.4%Future Job Growthprojected job growth to 2010 11.9%54.8%Sales Taxestotal local, county, state sales tax 6.00%6.50%Income Taxeshighest marginal tax bracket 5.22%3.00%EducationNatl. averageAlgonquin, ILPupil/teacher ratio number of students per teacher 15.918.7School spendingto... 05/26/2007

Link to http://www.algonquin.org/    Home  |  About Algonquin  |  Departments  |  Elected Officials  |  Categories  |  Site Tools   About Algonquin Departments Village Board Residents Development Projects Recreation Food/Dining Downtown Businesses Employment Service Requests & Feedback Village Newsletters Events Calendar FAQs Municipal Code Public Documents Public Meetings I Want To... Water Status Welcome to the newly updated website for the Village of Algonquin! Whether you're a resident looking for specific information, a visitor who wants to get to know us, or a business looking for a new place to call home, you'll be able to find a wealth of information here, as well as useful contacts if you have a question or issue not covered by this site.    Click here for development opportuni... 05/26/2007

An Area Market Survey gives you the average, median, maximum and minimum statistics and sales in this specified area.I have gone back 3 months to give you an idea of what has been happening in this area, actives, under contract and sold properties.  To get an updated current list, please contact me at Properties@FindHomesWithTheresa.com or call me at 847-458-5525  Active ListingsList Price Range# ListingsAvg. Days on MktLess than $149,999198$150,000 - $199,9993087$200,000 - $249,99969125$250,000 - $299,9993595$300,000 - $349,9994387$350,000 - $399,999124  Active Listings Summary# UnitsAvg. MTMedian List PriceAvg. List PriceMax. List PriceMin. List PriceTotal Volume140116$232,400$234,969$359,900$119,500$32,895,656  Sold PropertiesSold Price Range# ListingsAvg. Days on Mkt$150,000 - $199,... 05/24/2007

An Area Market Survey gives you the average, median, maximum and minimum statistics and sales in this specified area.I have gone back 3 months to give you an idea of what has been happening in this area, actives, under contract and sold properties.  To get an updated current list, please contact me at Properties@FindHomesWithTheresa.com or call me at 847-458-5525  Active ListingsList Price Range# ListingsAvg. Days on MktLess than $149,999198$150,000 - $199,9993087$200,000 - $249,99969125$250,000 - $299,9993595$300,000 - $349,9994387$350,000 - $399,999124  Active Listings Summary# UnitsAvg. MTMedian List PriceAvg. List PriceMax. List PriceMin. List PriceTotal Volume140116$232,400$234,969$359,900$119,500$32,895,656  Sold PropertiesSold Price Range# ListingsAvg. Days on Mkt$150,000 - $199,... 05/24/2007

Active ListingsList Price Range# ListingsAvg. Days on Mkt$150,000 - $199,9993119$200,000 - $249,99920114$250,000 - $299,99960101$300,000 - $349,99939158$350,000 - $399,99959126$400,000 - $449,99940128$450,000 - $499,99924145$500,000 - $549,99913128$550,000 - $599,9993245$600,000 - $699,9994157$700,000 - $799,999292$800,000 - $899,999225  Active Listings Summary# UnitsAvg. MTMedian List PriceAvg. List PriceMax. List PriceMin. List PriceTotal Volume269127$360,000$371,965$895,000$189,750$100,058,528  Sold PropertiesSold Price Range# ListingsAvg. Days on Mkt$150,000 - $199,9991267$200,000 - $249,9996161$250,000 - $299,9994157$300,000 - $349,999470$350,000 - $399,9999149$400,000 - $449,999394$600,000 - $699,9991581  Sold Properties Summary# UnitsAvg. MTMedian Sold PriceAvg. Sold PriceMax. So... 05/24/2007

Link to  http://www.discoverourtown.com/IL/Algonquin/Business-2299.html  What makes DiscoverOurTown.com the best travel site?It's simple! We have focused on making it simple for you to search for travel and shopping information you need   One stop... Straight to the point.DiscoverOurTown.com, also known as DOT, is the ultimate travel and shopping directory that provides information about the most interesting and exciting features of a town. The simple and uncluttered design makes DOT the perfect resource, whether planning a trip, thinking about relocating or wanting to buy a gift for a friend or relative in another town.Forget the long and tedious searches normally required to gather information about a particular destination . . . lodging, dining, attractions, specialty shopping, activ... 05/24/2007

Known as the "Gem of the Fox River Valley," the village of Algonquin, 37,000 plus residents, is a rapdily, expanding community in the northwestern suburbs of Chicago. This 130 year old village on the banks of the Fox River is home to many lovely and quaint antique shops, restaurants and also new malls that have just opened.  Approximately 40 miles north of Chicago, Algonquin is a safe, family-oriented community with a wide variety of educational and recreational opportunities. The town maintains jogging and biking paths and a municipal pool site that offers swimming lessons. Its numerous parks are home to playgrounds, football and soccer fields, basketball, volleyball, tennis courts, picnic areas and even an ice skating rink!  Algonquin offers a strong and renowned public education syst... 05/16/2007

Algonquin Golf CoursesGolf Club of Illinois1575 Edgewood RoadAlgonquin, IL 60102847-658-4400Terrace HIll Golf Club4015 W. Algonquin Rd.Algonquin, IL 60102847-658-4653  Posted by Vicki Watzlawick, Broker Owner, Exit Platinum Realty, www.vickisdreamhomes.com  05/14/2007

Breaking NewsDowntown Farmers Market Opening PostponedThe Farmers Market, scheduled to start May 19, has been postponed until further notice due to lack of interest on the part of vendors.We apologize for the delays, but this is due to lack of participation.  If you know anyine that could profit from selling their goods, items or services at the Market, please please have them contact the Chamber Of Commerce.  Just imagine..fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers!  Please pass on the message. Click here for complete details. 05/14/2007

Here are the details ogf the Algonquin Garg]bage, yard waste, and recycling parameters: WASTE MANAGEMENTGUIDE TO SOLID WASTE SERVICES IN ALGONQUINPlease keep this guide as a reference for all of your solid waste and recycling questions.Refuse, recycling and yardwaste should all be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m.The Village of Algonquin contracts with Waste Management to provide a comprehensive solid waste and recyclingprogram designed to encourage recycling and waste reduction, reduce litter in our neighborhoods, andensure that waste is disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner. This guide includes various servicesthat are in place for single family and town home residences in the Village. If you have any questionsabout this program, please call Waste Management Customer Serv... 05/12/2007

I hope this helps all the new viilage residents lacte any of the village departments. Algonquin strives to service you in your best interests!Departments Directory Click on any of the links below for that Department's home page.  Village Manager's Office    847-658-2700 Community Development    847-658-4184 The department is responsible for short and long term planning, reviewing proposed developments, interpreting the zoning ordinance, and economic development.Building Department    847-658-4184 The department is responsible for reviewing and issuing building permits and conducting inspections.Economic Development    847-658-4184 The Economic Development Department focuses on business retention, business attraction, Downtown revitalization and the Algonquin Corporate Campus.Events & Re... 05/12/2007

Have you visited the Algonquin Arboretum near Algonquin Village Hall?  The Arboretum at Algonquin Village Hall What is an Arboretum, you ask?It is a place where a variety of trees or shrubs are cultivated for study and/or exhibition. Did you know the Village of Algonquin has an Arboretum? Included in the landscape plan design when building the Village Hall, the Arboretum has been around since 1996. The concept was brought out of the desire to landscape the Village Hall grounds, as well as provide an educational opportunity. Groupings of sixteen different species were installed along with educational signage that provides information about the characteristics of each plant, and possible detractors. The site is planted with non-standard species in an attempt to not only provide a place to... 05/12/2007

Algonquin Boundry map click hereIllinois Real Estate offers our local town of Algonquin, known as the "Gem of the Fox River Valley," has 37,000 plus residents, and is a rapidly, expanding community in the northwestern suburbs of Chicago. This 130 year old village on the banks of the Fox River is home to many lovely and quaint antique shops, restaurants and also new malls that have just opened.  Approximately 40 miles north of Chicago, Algonquin is a safe, family-oriented community with a wide variety of educational and recreational opportunities. The town maintains jogging and biking paths and a municipal pool site that offers swimming lessons. Its numerous parks are home to playgrounds, football and soccer fields, basketball, volleyball, tennis courts, picnic areas and even an ice skat... 05/09/2007

Algonquin's Breaking News Downtown Farmers Market Opens May 19Algonquin Partnership Downtown 2007 Downtown Algonquin Farmers Market Algonquin, IL Saturday mornings May 19 thru ­ October 20 Est. Have you heard? A new Farmers Market is coming to Algonquin! The Downtown Algonquin Partnership merchants' association is organizing a new Farmers Market to be held in Algonquin's historic Old Town District. The market is scheduled to begin Saturday, May 19 and will continue every Saturday through October 20. The market will be held in a municipal parking lot on South Harrison.Vicki Watzlawick, Broker Owner, Exit Platinum Realty, Lake In The Hills 847-854-3800 www.vickisdreamhomes.com  05/08/2007

                                                                        ALGONQUIN ILLINOISAllgonquin Illinois, know as the "Gem of the Fox Valley," has 37,000 plus residents, and is a rapidly, expanding community in the northwestern suburbs of Chicago. This 130 year old village on the banks of the Fox River is home to many lovely and quaint antique shops, restaurants and also new malls that have just opened.  Approximately 40 miles north of Chicago, Algonquin is a safe, family-oriented community with a wide variety of educational and recreational opportunities. The town maintains jogging and biking paths and a municipal pool site that offers swimming lessons. Its numerous parks are home to playgrounds, football and soccer fields, basketball, volleyball, tennis courts, picnic areas and e... 05/08/2007

The weather is starting to warm and the grass is turning green. Boaters are starting to appear on the Fox. Downtown has small shops coffee shops and fine dining.     If you enjoy the quite life style and are looking for a place to relax give me a call and lets find the dream home of your choice.   Thanks George http://www.georgelain.comhttp://www.southelgintownhomes.com847-354-9431 04/20/2007

Fishing on the Fox has been starting to pickup. Crappies are feeding better, channel cats are hitting 2 feet off the bottum. . Back water bays and the back sides of points seem to produce fish when small jigs and crappie minnows and wax worms are used, slip bobbers are optional. Bluegills are active, bass are starting to make beds. Water levels are coming down. Good Luck! If your looking for a home in the Fox River valley be sure to give me a call or E-mail, Homes and townhomes with water access for fishing and boating. Thanks Georgewww.LithTownHomes.com                  www.SouthElginTownHomes.com                         www.GeorgeLain.com Direct Line.(847)354-9431GEORGE@EXITPLATINUMREALTY.COM 04/20/2007