Dupage Policy Journal

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Pink tops promote breast cancer awareness

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 8, 2016

Purchasers of custom pink t-shirts designed to raise public perception of breast cancer during October — traditionally designated Breast Cancer Awareness Month — will have a chance to pose for a photo with Lombard firefighters this October.

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Newly minted ‘Rotary Green’ marks Elk Grove park

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 8, 2016

In honor of the Elk Grove Rotary Club’s longtime involvement in the community, Elk Grove Village leaders officially dubbed a 2.7-acre park area on Lions Drive that hosted two recent concerts “Rotary Green” in July.

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St. Charles paves way for progress with new downtown parking deck

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 3, 2016

The City of St. Charles is preparing to upgrade its infrastructure with a new public parking deck slated for construction at Illinois and 1st streets, in its core downtown district across from Fox Island Square.

Lisle utility consumers set for Smart Meter upgrade

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 3, 2016

Lisle residents can expect contact from authorized ComEd or Corix contractors for Smart Meter installation starting in August, the utility announced recently, with customers asked to ensure access to meters on scheduled service days.

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Lewis calls for bipartisan support for term limits

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 26, 2016

Seth Lewis, candidate for a state Senate seat from District 23, recently appealed to members of both parties to support term limits in Springfield, calling for a united effort to bring fairness to state government.

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Lombard adopts long-range budget planning

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 26, 2016

The village of Lombard recently created and approved a long-range plan in order to address increasing costs of non-discretionary (required) expenses for everyday operations and maintain its budget despite holdups at the state level.

Strick: Stop tax and spend cycle

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 21, 2016

Mike Strick, Republican candidate for District 84 – Aurora in the Illinois House of Representatives, squarely addressed his top platform issues via social media by posting comments to his Facebook page recently.

Lewis backs Independent Map Amendment

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 18, 2016

Seth Lewis, Republican Senate candidate for District 23, recently encouraged constituents to support the Independent Map Amendment, citing the need for prioritizing “people over politics.”

Holan decries Illinois’ dubious rank among highest U.S. taxes

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 9, 2016

Cautioning constituents to choose carefully in November’s election, District 46 state House candidate Heidi Holan recently deplored the plight of citizens struggling with “skyrocketing” tax bills despite stagnant incomes in response to Illinois’ financial woes.

Strick scorns ‘sweetheart’ sabotage of Illinois property taxes

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 8, 2016

Mike Strick, Republican candidate for House District 84, knows the challenges of running a business in an ordinary economy, so he fully grasps the disproportionate burden Illinois entrepreneurs face struggling to support their workers.

Springfield's selfishness blamed for universities' fiscal woes

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 29, 2016

Disappointed with Moody Investors Service’s recent lowering of Illinois’ credit rating, District 46 state House candidate Heidi Holan says selfishness in Springfield is to blame for ramifications on the state’s public universities.

St. Charles extends warm welcome to newest ventures

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 21, 2016

Tipping the town’s hat to new businesses and promoting local shopping, Matt O’Rourke, serving as economic development manager for St. Charles, encourages residents to frequent the following venues as part of their regular shopping routines.

Smith urges Illinois leaders to overcome ego, blame for credit downgrade

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 14, 2016

Republican candidate Michelle Smith, vying for a Senate seat to represent District 49, responded to Illinois’ recently demoted credit rating with a plea for perspective and protocol, saying blame is useless at this point.

Holan deplores downgraded credit, ‘game-playing’

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 10, 2016

Heidi Holan, State Representative candidate for District 46, recently objected to perceived name-calling and game-playing with an impassioned plea for fiscal responsibility following the most recent trouble to plague Illinois—a perilous downgrade by Moody’s.