Plainfield News

St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
The PaddyDay Mile and Hometown Irish Parade are Sunday, March 15, in Downtown Plainfield! The PaddyDay Mile begins at 12:25 p.m. and the parade steps off at 1 p.m. For more information on the parade, visit plainfieldirishparade.org. For information regarding road closures and parking, click here.
New this year - the Plainfield Public Arts Council is hosting a pancake breakfast at The Sanctuary. For more information, visit plainfieldpublicartscouncil.org.

Irish Parade
ADA Transition Plan Public Meeting
The Village is developing an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan to improve the accessibility of local sidewalks, curb ramps, intersections, and other pedestrian facilities throughout the community.
Residents and stakeholders are invited to attend a Public Meeting to learn about the project and share input on accessibility needs and priorities. The meeting will be held on March 26, from 5-7 p.m., at the Village Hall.

Sidewalk Access
Zoning & Development Survey
The Village is creating a Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to regulate future growth and development. This code will combine current Zoning and Subdivision regulations into one clear, modern document. We need your input to help shape it. Take a few minutes and share your thoughts by completing this brief survey. The survey closes this Sunday, March 15!

Downtown Plainfield Masonic Building
Community Blood Drive
We need your help with the Community Blood Drive! There are still donation appointments available on Monday, March 23, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., at Village Hall. If you are interested in donating, please make an appointment by registering online. Walk-ins are welcome.

March 23 2026 Blood Drive Good Vibes Save Lives
Citizen's Police & Fire Academy
There's still time to apply for this spring's Police & Fire Academy! Would you like to learn more about crime scene processing or how the Fire Department gets people out of a vehicle after a crash? Are you interested in learning more about emergency response in the community? If so, then the Citizen's Police & Fire Academy is for you! The program is 12 weeks long and classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Applications are available online; please submit your completed application by March 24.

Police Logo E-News
119th Street Update
This week, the contractor completed drainage improvements and driveway entrance work. Next week, the contractor will be performing utility work along the south side of 119th Street, weather permitting. Periodic, temporary lane closures should be anticipated.

Concrete Truck 119th Street Project
Yard Waste Collection Resumes Next Month
Yard waste collection resumes with your first pickup in April. Brush, grass clippings, and leaves should be placed in brown yard waste bags or a Waste Management yard waste cart. Branches must be tied in 4-foot bundles weighing 45 pounds or less. Please note: mulch, sod, stumps, dirt, stones, and landscape bricks/pavers are not accepted as yard waste.

Yard Waste Bags
St. Patrick's Day Enforcement Campaign
The Police Department is participating in the St. Patrick's Day traffic safety campaign through March 23. Celebrate responsibly; be sure to have a designated driver or call a ride-sharing service if you are celebrating. And always remember to buckle up! For more details on the campaign, click here.

Drive Sober Click It
Meeting Information
The Village Board has a meeting on March 16; click here to view the agenda.
All Village Meetings are streamed live on the Village website (click In Progress when available) and broadcast on Comcast Channel 6 and AT&T Channel 99.