Randy King - Village of Bourbonnais Trustee

06/21/2026

Let's go! Big w**ds this season!

🌱JOIN W**D WARRIORS🌱

Are you passionate about keeping The Grove clean or simply looking to get more involved? W**d Warriors will passively care for The Grove during park hours at their convenience or simply whenever they gather next at Bourbonnais' favorite new outdoor hub, located at 700 Main St. NW.

This NEW volunteer-based program encourages residents to help keep their community park clean by removing w**ds and garbage at The Grove.

Interested volunteers can sign up at any time here: https://form.jotform.com/250926316893162

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all Father figures!

👔 Happy Father’s Day! 💙

The Village of Bourbonnais wishes a very Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures in our community.

Thank you for your guidance, support, and the positive impact you make each day. We hope you enjoy a day filled with family, laughter, and appreciation.

Happy Father’s Day from the Village of Bourbonnais!

06/18/2026

W**d Warriors!! Village of Bourbonnais can use more help with this volunteer group!

06/18/2026

E-Bikes, E-Scooters & Safety in Bourbonnais

I’ve had some residents ask about upcoming changes in Illinois law regarding e-bikes, e-scooters, and other electric mobility devices.

After reviewing the current state information, the legislation being discussed is Illinois Senate Bill 3484. The official Illinois General Assembly language I found lists the effective date as January 1, 2027. Some public reports have mentioned July 1, so I will continue watching for final guidance from the State and Village staff before sharing enforcement details.

The main purpose of the state legislation is to create clearer rules for the growing number of e-bikes, e-scooters, electric skateboards, unicycles, and other micromobility devices. The concern is not ordinary bicycle use. The concern is safety, especially with faster electric devices operating around pedestrians, vehicles, sidewalks, parks, and shared public spaces.

A few important points for residents to be aware of:

• Low-speed e-bikes are generally treated differently than higher-powered devices.
• Higher-speed or higher-powered devices may fall under different state requirements.
• Riders still need to follow traffic laws and operate safely.
• Sidewalks and pedestrian areas are a major safety concern.
• Parents should make sure young riders understand where these devices may and may not be used.

Locally, Bourbonnais already has rules for The Grove. Bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, e-scooters, skateboards, and similar devices are prohibited throughout The Grove grounds and pedestrian walking paths. The Skate & Event Plaza remains available for its intended use.

This is a good time for all of us — riders, parents, drivers, and pedestrians — to slow down, be aware, and keep safety first.

I’ll continue to follow the state law change and any local review that may be needed so Bourbonnais residents have clear and accurate information.

06/01/2026

1 hour Sunday, here are the before and after pictures that show the difference we all can make in keeping The Grove in the Village of Bourbonnais inviting as is was intended. Join w**d warriors today!

06/01/2026

Volunteers are welcome! Just 1 hour a week will make a difference! Join W**d Warriors!

🌿 Help Keep Y(OUR) Park Beautiful 🌿

Love spending time at The Grove? Become a W**d Warrior and help keep Bourbonnais’ favorite outdoor space looking its best!

Our W**d Warriors program is a flexible, volunteer-driven effort focused on removing w**ds and picking up litter throughout the park. Whether you stop by for a few minutes or spend an afternoon helping out, every effort makes a difference.

You can join anytime:
• Stop by Village Hall to sign a waiver
• Pick up your official W**d Warrior kit
• Volunteer whenever it works for your schedule during park hours

🌱 Ready to join the mission? Sign Up Here: https://form.jotform.com/261023726426149

A big thank you to Trustee Randy King and his wife Cheryl for tackling some especially stubborn w**ds and helping keep The Grove beautiful for everyone! 🌱

05/07/2026

**Residents should know about a new housing proposal being discussed in Illinois.**

The proposed **Illinois BUILD Act** is being talked about as a way to help with rising housing costs. That is an important issue. Many families, seniors, young adults, and communities are feeling the pressure of higher housing costs.

But this proposal may also take some important decisions away from local communities like Bourbonnais.

That matters.

Local planning is about more than building homes. It also includes roads, water and sewer lines, drainage, parking, police and fire protection, schools, neighborhoods, and future growth.

As a Village Trustee, I support good ideas that help with housing costs. But I also believe residents should have a voice in decisions that affect their own neighborhoods.

Housing costs are important. But local input is important too.

**The State of Illinois should work with local communities — not make these decisions for them.**

05/07/2026

05/07/2026

Affordable housing, responsible growth, and local control all matter — and Illinois communities are paying attention.

Housing costs are affecting families, seniors, young adults, employers, and communities throughout Illinois — including communities like our Village of Bourbonnais

The Illinois Municipal League has introduced information on the "proposed" REAL Housing Act — Reducing Expenses and Advancing Local Housing. The proposal is focused on reducing housing costs, removing barriers to responsible development, providing property tax relief, and protecting local zoning and land-use authority.

As a Village Trustee, I believe housing affordability is an important issue — but so is making sure local communities retain the ability to plan responsibly, protect neighborhoods, maintain infrastructure, and make decisions that fit the needs of their residents.

Bourbonnais must continue to encourage thoughtful growth while preserving the local decision-making that helps keep our community strong.

Residents can learn more from the Illinois Municipal League at iml.org/REALhousing.

05/05/2026

As a Village Trustee, I want to encourage residents to take a moment to know their brush pickup area in the Village of Bourbonnais.

Brush pickup is organized by area, and knowing your area helps make the process smoother for both residents and our Public Works Department. It also helps you know when to have brush placed properly at the curb so crews can work efficiently through the village.

A few helpful reminders:

Please place brush out only during your scheduled pickup time.

Keep brush separate from garbage, yard waste bags, and other debris.

Do not block sidewalks, streets, fire hydrants, or storm drains.

When residents follow the pickup schedule and guidelines, it helps keep our neighborhoods clean, safe, and well maintained.

You can check your brush pickup area through the Village of Bourbonnais or contact Village Hall/Public Works if you are unsure.

Thank you to our residents for doing your part, and thank you to our Public Works team for the work they do throughout the community.

Randy King
Village Trustee, Bourbonnais