Village of South Jacksonville, Illinois

05/18/2026

05/13/2026

⚠️ UPDATE: Godfrey Park is OPEN! ⚠️

The park and bathrooms are now open as we get ready for summer season operations. ☀️💦

Please help us keep the park clean and enjoyable for everyone by being respectful of the property and facilities. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation and look forward to a great summer season at Godfrey Park! 🌳😊

05/13/2026

☀️💦 The wait is over — the splash pad is officially ready for summer! 💦☀️

Opening Day will be Friday, May 22 from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM! Bring the kids out to cool off, play, and kick off summer with us! 🌊😎

05/11/2026

⚠️ NOTICE: Godfrey Park Closure ⚠️

Godfrey Park will be closed until further notice as we prepare for summer operations and complete maintenance work on the splash pad.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while improvements are being made to help ensure a safe and enjoyable season for everyone. Updates will be posted as they become available. ☀️💦

05/08/2026

♻️🚛 UPDATE: The Hardin Garage gates are back OPEN for the Village Clean-Up event!

Due to the overwhelming turnout, dumpsters are filling quickly and the gates may close early today if dumpsters reach capacity.

We appreciate everyone’s patience, understanding, and support in making this event such a success! 💚

05/08/2026

🚛♻️ Two More Days of the South Jacksonville Village Clean-Up Event! ♻️🚛

Village residents — there’s still time to clean up and clear out!

📍 Drop-off Location:
Village Garage
1589 Hardin Ave.

🕗 Remaining Hours:
• Friday, May 8: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday, May 9: 8:00 AM – Noon

✅ Accepted Items:
Small amounts of construction materials, appliances, batteries, metal goods, furniture, and boxed/sealed glassware.

❌ Not Accepted:
Televisions, computer monitors, yard waste, paint, tires, bricks/concrete, or hazardous waste.

Let’s work together to keep South Jacksonville clean and beautiful! 💚

05/07/2026

🚛♻️ TODAY is the day for the South Jacksonville Village Clean-Up Event! ♻️🚛

Village residents — it’s time to clean up and clear out! Bring your unwanted items to the Village Garage located at 1589 Hardin Ave.

🕗 Today’s Hours:
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

✅ Accepted Items:
Small amounts of construction materials, appliances, batteries, metal goods, furniture, and boxed & sealed glassware.

❌ Not Accepted:
Televisions, computer monitors, yard waste, paint, tires, bricks/concrete, and hazardous waste.

Let’s work together to keep South Jacksonville clean and beautiful! 💚

05/04/2026

This is the week, Village residents—time to clean up and clear out! Let’s come together to freshen up our spaces, tidy our neighborhoods, and make our community shine. Put those unwanted items to the curb, lend a hand if you can, and let’s make it count!

04/30/2026

Clean-up is right around the corner.

04/29/2026

🚒 Attention South Jacksonville Rural Fire Customers 🚒

We have extended the current subscription coverage until we determine the new subscription rate.

The South Jacksonville Board of Trustees will discuss the proposed rate at the meeting on May 7th. Once approved, renewal notices will be sent out as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience and continued support of our fire protection services! ❤️🚒