Dupage Policy Journal

With the spring season right around the corner, the city of West Chicago is cranking up its package of spring services for residents once again.

West Chicago FOP Lodge 85 works to raise $5,000 for Special Olympics at Polar Plunge

The 2016 Polar Plunge, the annual event to kick off the Law Enforcement Torch Run fundraiser, will take place on Sunday.

St. Charles Corridor Improvement Commission investigate grants to fund projects

The St. Charles Corridor Improvement Commission will discuss potential grants that the group can apply for at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday in Council Chambers at City Hall.

Retirement applications up for review at St. Charles Firefighter's Pension meeting

The St. Charles Firefighter’s Pension Board reviewed and approved the retirement applications for eligible candidates 8:00 a.m. Wednesday in Den A at City Hall.

Lombard conducts voluntary testing to ensure safety, quality of drinking water

In an effort to assure its residents that their drinking water is safe and of the purest quality, Lombard will be conducting voluntary water sampling over the next several months.

Get to know Lombard's snow plow drivers

In order to connect residents with the Public Works crews that service their roads, Lombard is launching a new educational series entitled “Get to Know Your Snow Plow Driver.”

IDOT warns motorists to expect lane closures during Highway 31 improvements

As road construction for the Illinois 31 Improvement Project gets underway Tuesday, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced that intermittent lane closures will take place.

Downers Grove Council to introduce plans for facility improvements

With the Downers Grove Village Hall and Police Department buildings beginning to show their age, village leaders will introduce a Facility Sustainability Plan at the Village Council meeting on Tuesday.

Lewis pledges to rebuild business climate in Illinois' 23rd District

Seth Lewis, Republican candidate for the Illinois State Senate District 23 (Bloomingdale), recently explained his background and positions on key issues.

Holan invites constituents to property taxes forum

Republican candidate for the State House District 46 Heidi Holan is hosting a Property Tax Forum 7:00 p.m. Monday at the Sugar Creek Golf Course, located at 500 East Van Buren, in Villa Park.

Strick promises smaller government, lower taxes

As he prepares for the upcoming election, Mike Strick, Republican candidate for the 8th District, visited Oswego Village Hall Wednesday to meet local residents and leaders and speak briefly on critical issues.

Smith discusses value of experience in business, politics

Illinois Republican candidate for District 49 Michelle Smith recently introduced herself to voters by reminding them of her time served on the Board of Education and how that experience has helped shape her candidacy for the Senate seat.

Heidi Holan pledges to control spending, reduce debt

Heidi Holan, Republican candidate for the Illinois House for District 46, recently stated her positions on several key issues and highlighted the qualities that differentiate her from her opponents in a published candidate profile.

Carol Stream continues recruitment for police officers

The Carol Stream Board of Fire and Police Commissioners discussed the new terms of police officer eligibility and updated the status of its ongoing recruitment plan during its meeting on Jan. 12.

Lisle Village Board to discuss budget at meeting

To discuss the adoption of the annual village budget, the Lisle Board membership will hold a public hearing 7:00 p.m. March 7 in the Village Board Room.

College of DuPage offers instruction on protecting 'soft targets' from terror attacks

The Homeland Security Training Institute (HSTI) at the College of DuPage is offering a free program that focuses on the protection of “soft targets” for terrorism 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. March 22 at the COD Homeland Security Education Center.

Warrenville Plan Commission to review pending zoning requests