NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Beecher, Will County, Illinois will conduct a Public Hearing at the hour of 6:00 p.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026 at the Beecher Village Hall, 625 Dixie Highway, Beecher, Illinois.
The purpose of this Public Hearing is to discuss the estimated revenues and expenditures in a budget proposed by the Village Board for the coming fiscal year beginning May 1, 2026 and ending April 30, 2027. Before any final action is taken on the ordinance, the corporate authorities may revise, alter, increase or decrease the items contained in the ordinance. Testimony from the public will also be taken at this hearing. Copies of the proposed budget will be available for public inspection at the Beecher Village Hall and at www.villageofbeecher.org as of April 15, 2026. Copies of the budget will also be available at the public hearing.
All citizens are invited and encouraged to attend this public hearing and shall be given an opportunity to be heard.
Denise Abbink,
Village Clerk
LEGAL NOTICE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FOR WINDOW REPLACEMENT
The Village of Beecher, Illinois, is requesting proposals from qualified contractors to replace 13 windows, located at 625 Dixie Hwy. The intent of this project is to enhance curb appeal, modernize exterior elements, improve energy efficiency, and ensure a clean, professional, and welcoming appearance for residents and visitors. Specifications and proposal documents are available at the Beecher Village Hall, 625 Dixie Hwy, Beecher, IL 60401 or online at www.villageofbeecher.org.
Proposals must be hand delivered to Beecher Village Hall at 625 Dixie Hwy, Beecher, IL 60401 in a sealed envelope no later than 10:00 AM on May 20, 2026, at which time they will be opened and reviewed. Late submissions will not be accepted. The Village reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Questions may be directed to Public Works Superintendent Matt Conner by email at mconner@villageofbeecher.org or by phone at 708-946-2261.
FULL-TIME PUBLIC WORKS POSITION
The Village of Beecher is accepting applications for the position of full-time Public Works employee. Starting salary $38,383, top pay $64,714 (excluding OT) after five years of service. Excellent health insurance, retirement, vacation/sick and other benefits. Work hours 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with some overtime and weekend duty. Candidates must hold or be able to obtain a General Standards Applicator License and a CDL Class B with airbrakes license prior to completion of probation. Equipment operation and public works experience a plus. Opportunities for training, water and wastewater licenses. Applications may be obtained at www.villageofbeecher.org or from the Beecher Village Hall, 625 Dixie Highway, Beecher, Illinois 60401, Submit application to Beecher Village Hall or mconner@villageofbeecher.org by 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 9, 2026.
SURF INTERNET FIBER INSTALLATION IN BEECHER
Surf Internet is expanding its fiber-optic network in Beecher through a $10.5 million grant from the State of Illinois’ Connect Illinois program. Construction crews will be installing underground fiber in utility easements throughout the Village. Before work begins, you may see utility locate flags placed in your yard. Surf Internet will use directional boring to minimize disruption, though small holes may be dug. The company is responsible for restoring any disturbed areas.
Please note: The Village does not control construction in utility easements and cannot regulate this state-funded project.
Questions? Contact Surf Internet at 888-274-6381
OR
https://surfinternet.com/fiber-optic-installation-process/
https://surfinternet.com/construction/illinois/beecher/
EPAY CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEES
Pay by credit card – a 2.3% fee or $1 minimum will apply
Pay by e-check – .50 cents per transaction
The Village continues to accept checks and cash for payments for no additional charges
