The board strongly encourages public participation at meetings and welcomes your attendance. An agenda for each meeting is available during the day of the meeting. The Village Administrator's Office can be reached at 623-7650 regarding items on the agenda. Detention Ponds Detention ponds are an important part of storm water management . These ponds are for retaining water, not for ice-skating or other outdoor winter activities.
Many ponds have aerators or currents which slow or stop the formation of ice.
The ice which does form is often too weak to support a person's weight. Detention ponds can be up to 6 to 12 feet deep. Please strongly warn your children against playing on or around these ponds. Safe organized ice skating is coordinated by the Gurnee Park District. Please contact the Park District offices at 623-7788 for further information.