85 mph at the airport
During the Aug. 11, 2026 storm, winds were measured at 85 mph at Aurora Airport in Sugar Grove (Shaw Local). Big open lots with lone trees take the full force of gusts like that.
50/50 parkway trees
Sugar Grove's 2025 spring program split the cost 50/50 between the Village and the resident, covering the tree, delivery, installation and mulch, for owner-occupied homes only, first come, first served. Public Works picks the final spot and planted in late May to early June (Village of Sugar Grove, 2025 program). Check current-year terms with Public Works, 630-391-7230 (Public Works).
Permit for street trees
Village code §7-4-7, as reproduced in an October 2025 board report, requires a Public Works permit, applied for at least 48 hours ahead, before anyone prunes, removes or otherwise disturbs a tree on a street or Village property (board report PDF).





