Plano Illinois quaint downtown shops 
downtown Plano and its friendly shops
 
Here are some of the attractions and businesses along route 34 in Plano Plano Illinois one of the fastest growing cities in America .
 Lakewood Homes is developing on Plano's east and north sides building over 1000 homes .
The new clubhouse recreation and pool facility is part of the Lakewood Creek amenities.
 Lakewood builders offers many styles of homes the largest is the Ridgefield model at over 4000 square feet Large lots and open spaces with ponds and parks add to the family atmosphere of Lakewood Springs
 New developmments are under way including a new grade school and fire department
 One of the new parks facilities for childeren of all ages in Plano, Illinois
 The pool at Lakewood Creek south
Volleyball in Lakewood Homes new subdivision 
 The Metra station offers service daily to downtown Chicago
The new Plano library is a beatiful new additon in the downtown area of Plano
PLANO COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Area Recreation
The Fox Valley Family YMCA’s motto of “We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities,” is well demonstrated in their full program of sports and activities for all ages. Some of these include basketball, aquatic programs, dance, gymnastics and fitness. Also available are pre-school and after school care, party facilities and special events for families and children. Kids learn the value of teamwork with volunteer-based softball, football and basketball organizations that are open to all young residents ages 5-18. Both boys’ and girls’ teams have excelled in their divisions.
Area Parks and Campgrounds
Located nearby is Silver Springs State Park, a popular destination for hikers, picnickers and other nature lovers. The Fox River runs through the park, past scenic trails and rustic campgrounds. Two sparkling lakes are home to rainbow trout, bass, bluegill and catfish.
Plano City Park is located on East Main Street adjacent to Big Rock Creek. It is Plano’s largest and most heavily used park. Amenities include the Richard H. Klatt Memorial Field, a lighted softball field, playground equipment and a picnic area.
Lathrop Park is conveniently located in the center of Plano at North and Hale Street and features playground equipment and park benches for relaxation.
Foli Park is located on South Hale Street near Big Rock Creek. This park features a 3 acre fishing pond and limited picnicking opportunities.
Memorial Park is located on the corner of Center Street and Route 34 in Plano.
Yogi Bear Campground is located at 8574 Millbrook Road, PO Box 306, Newark, IL. Call 630-553-5172 for information.
Water Park
Blackberry Farm’s Splash Country is the area’s deluxe water park featuring tube slides, a simulated river, zero-depth pools and sand activity areas. The facility is located at 195 Barnes Road, Aurora, IL 60506. Call 630-906-7981 for details.
Area Golf Clubs and Courses
Cedardell Golf Club, located at 14264 S. Hale Street in Plano. It is a public club offering a challenging nine-hole course. Call 630-552-3242 for information. Other area courses include Deer Valley, Wolf Run and Blackberry Oaks.
Bowling
Hometown Lanes is Plano’s bowling destination located at 209 West Main Street. Call 630-552-4177 for information.
Skating
Let the good times roll at Aurora Arena Skate Center! This skating facility is located on Montgomery Road at Hill Avenue in Montgomery, IL. Call 630-898-5830 for details.
Riverboat Casino
The Hollywood Casino and entertainment complex, located in nearby Aurora offers a variety of entertainment options and dining. The facility is located at One New York Street Bridge, Aurora, IL 60506. Call 630-801-1234 or 800-888-7777 for information
PLANO COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Emergency Services Information
Police Fire and Paramedics…………..911
Non-Emergency Services
Plano Police Department……………..552-3122
Plano Fire Department………………..552-3311
Sheriff’s Department………………….553-4116
Area Hospitals
Valley West Community Hospital….815-786-8484
Rush Copley Medical Center………..630-978-6200
Provena Mercy Center………………. 630-859-2222
Utilities/Resources
Electric (ComEd)……………………….800-334-7661
Natural Gas (Nicor)……………………800-642-6748
Telephone (SBC)……………………….800-600-3000
Water/Sewer……………………………630-552-8275
Waste Management Disposal………800-747-2278
Cable (ComCast)………………………866-594-1234
City of Plano
Administrative Offices……………..552-8275
Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles
Secretary of State, Driver’s License
Route 34, Plano……………………….552-4128
U.S. Postal Service
102 N. Center, Plano…………………552-3451
Plano Public Library
15 N. Center Street, Plano………….552-8003
Newspapers
Plano Record…………………………..553-7034
Fox Valley Shopper…………………..553-7431
Education
Public
Plano Community Unit, School District #88
Administrative Office…………………………………………552-8978
Cetennial Grade School……………………………………….552-3234
P.H. Miller (K-2nd)………………………………………………..552-8504
Plano Middle (6th-8th)……………………………………………552-3608
Plano High School………………………………………………552-3178
Waubonsee Community College…………………………….466-7900
Private
St. Mary’s Catholic School…………………………………….552-3345
Kendall County Organizations
Animal Control/Shelter………………………………………..553-9256
Assessments………………………………………………………553-4146
Assoc. for Individual Development………………………...553-4143
Or 844-5040
Building & Zoning……………………………………………….553-4141
Circuit Clerk………………………………………………………553-4183
County Clerk……………………………………………………..553-4104
Dept. of Health & Human Services…………………………553-9100
Forest Preserve Shelter Reserv………………………………553-4143
Kendall County Farm Bureau………………………………..553-4105
Treasurer………………………………………………………….553-4124
Voter Registration………………………………………………553-4105
Community Organizations
 
Boy Scouts 3 Fires Council #127…………………………..584-9250
CASA……………………………………………………………… 553-3131
Community Benefits…………………………………………..553-7335
Easter Seals………………………………………………………896-1961
Family Counseling Service…………………………………..844-2662
Fox Valley Girl Scout Council……………………………….897-1565
Fox Valley South YMCA……………………………………….552-4100
HALT……………………………………………………………….553-1960
Mutual Ground………………………………………………….897-0080
Open Door Center………………………………………………815-786-8468
Kendall County 4-H Foundation…………………………….553-5823
Seniors Services Assoc., Inc………………………………….553-5777
Salvation Army Golden Diners………………………………553-6623
Education
The schools of Plano School District #88 are the pride of the community, with up-to-date facilities and a caring professional staff. The youngest students attend P.H. Miller School, where an Early Childhood program lays the foundation for educational success. Kindergartners, first and second graders continue to master the basic skills of reading, writing and mathematics. As they go on to Centennial School for third through fifth grades, students sharpen their basic skills and begin to explore the wonders of technology.
New challenges await at Plano Middle School, both in and out of the classroom, with opportunities in industrial education, band, chorus and athletics.
District #88 students benefit from the vast resources of the elite Illinois Math and Science Academy, located in nearby Aurora, and Plano High School students can get a head start on the future through cooperative programs with Waubonsee Community College and Indian Valley Vocational Center. High School students interested in the performing arts have a variety of outlets for their talents, from the Madrigal Christmas Dinner to the student-directed one-act plays. Working with the Fox Valley Players, they offer six theatrical productions each year. With activities as diverse as scholastic bowl, jazz band, and clubs for art and ecology, over half the students participate in extra-curricular activities. At Plano High, “Reaper Spirit” is alive and well!
The community supports the schools through the Plano Education Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that raises funds to enhance technology, fine arts and other education goals of the district. The schools’ efforts are also supported by the excellent Plano Community Library, which recently completed a 25,000 sq. ft. building addition. The expanded facility will house their vast collection of books, reference materials, videos and compact discs, as well as a comprehensive local history education filled with memorabilia related to the community.
Waubonsee Community College has approved the location of a new extension campus on a nine-acre site adjacent to the Lakewood Springs development on Route 34. This will provide great access to college education for citizens in Plano and the surrounding communities. The new campus will offer a range of programs covering basic education, transfer programs for those pursuing bachelor’s degrees, business and industry training programs and community enrichment courses.
Public Schools
Plano Community Unit School District #88
Administration Office
630-552-8978
P.H. Miller Elementary School (Pre-K-2)
904 N. Lew Street, Plano
630-552-8504
Centennial School (Grades 3-5)
800 S. West Street, Plano
630-552-3234
Plano Middle School (Grades 6-8)
804 S. Hale Street, Plano
630-552-3608
Plano High School (Grades 9-12)
704 W. Abe Street, Plano
630-552-3178
Parochial School:
St. Mary School (Grades K-8)
817 n. Center Street, Plano
630-552-3345
Other Area School:
Illinois Math and Science Academy
1500 W. Sullivan Road, Aurora
630-907-5000
Community College:
Waubonsee Community College
Route 47 at Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove
630-466-7900 |