Dupage Policy Journal

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Westmont seeking mural artists for village centennial collaboration

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 17, 2017

Approaching a milestone anniversary, Westmont has asked for local artists to join an unusual mural project as officials coordinate plans leading up to the village’s centennial celebration in 2021 — with entries accepted through March 3.

Winfield GOP candidate Smith scores approval from county health board leader

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 13, 2017

Incumbent Winfield Township supervisor and Republican candidate Dona Smith recently gained the endorsement of a DuPage County health official and additionally carried her campaign over to her own Facebook page, citing character and solid practice.

Manna vies for Winfield trustee spot

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 12, 2017

Dedicated to transparent and efficient management, Republican candidate and incumbent Mary Ann Manna has served Winfield Township as a trustee for eight years and now seeks constituents’ votes in Feb. 28th’s primary election.

Tornga runs on efficiency for Winfield supervisor

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 12, 2017

Curbing taxes, streamlining procedures and remaining accountable topped Republican candidate Dave Tornga’s priorities for Winfield Township as he recently reached out to constituents in his bid for supervisor via Facebook, touting a platform of efficiency.

Ramey takes team approach in GOP bid for Wayne Township supervisor

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 12, 2017

'I voted today at the county building for myself and the entire Wayne Township Republican team!” stated GOP candidate Randy Ramey recently via his Facebook page, including eight colleagues plus his own bid for supervisor.

McNeily envisions bright future for Wheaton with council campaign

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 6, 2017

Public leader, performer and Glen Ellyn native Bobby McNeily holds community values close to home as he gears up his campaign for Wheaton City Council, running as a Republican with multiple initiatives in mind.

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Westmont welcomes resident responses with opinion survey

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 30, 2017

Residents of the village of Westmont are invited to offer their input for the benefit of local programming and services by participating in the jurisdiction’s citizen community survey, available online via the Westmont government website.

Hispanic community breakfast sponsored by AHHAB

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 29, 2017

Early risers enjoyed a 7 a.m. breakfast event Friday, Jan. 27 at Gaslite Manor, in Aurora, featuring the theme 'Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow' and sponsored by the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board (AHHAB).

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Ramey campaigns for post as Wayne Township supervisor

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 18, 2017

Fascinated by government since high school, Harry "Randy" Ramey recently stepped up his candidacy for Wayne Township supervisor, reminding voters of the upcoming February primary election via his Facebook campaign page.

Deputy replaces Williams as Bartlett police chief

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 18, 2017

With close to 32 years on the force, retiring village of Bartlett Police Chief Kent Williams holds the record of longest service by a sworn officer in the department’s history.

Bloomingdale Macy's among dozens slated to close

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 15, 2017

Due to overall strategic restructuring, Macy’s has confirmed that its Stratford Square branch in Bloomingdale is among dozens slated to close soon, allowing the company to focus on outlets generating higher revenue.

Policy Institute: Amazon perks to open Aurora facilities amount to 'bribery'

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 9, 2017

While online mega-retailer Amazon.com’s recently disclosed plan to open two facilities in Aurora appears to signal better business for Illinois, with 1,000 new jobs announced, some analysts said the giant retailer actually will be receiving more than it gives.

Watchdog group: DuPage County flouted advance-notice law on ballot referenda

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 1, 2017

DuPage County Board officials violated state Election Code laws involving Election Day referenda last fall and should be ousted, the Edgar County Watchdogs alleged recently.

State GOP calls on Conroy to cut legislative, financial ties with Madigan

By Carol Ostrow | Dec 18, 2016

State Rep. Deb Conroy (D-Villa Park) has reason to acquiesce to House Speaker Mike Madigan’s influence, the Illinois GOP suggested recently, because he “funneled over $1.2 million into (her) campaign accounts,” the party said via its BossMadigan.com website.