Dupage Policy Journal

Applications being accepted for 2015 NEW Leadership Illinois

By Mark Reccek | Jan 29, 2015

NEW Leadership Illinois is now accepting applications for its 2015 bipartisan program that aims to educate and empower future female leaders.

Change in assessment laws allows more accurate property values

By Mark Reccek | Jan 29, 2015

A new state law permits local governments to use compulsory home sales during the assessment process, a move that will allow assessments to more closely mirror the current real estate market.

DuPage County officials to review assessment report

By Mark Reccek | Jan 28, 2015

DuPage County is now in receipt of a report that may assist the county in determining the most efficient use of property leased to the Fair Association.

Wahl receives Unsung Heroes of Public Health Award

By Mark Reccek | Jan 28, 2015

Dr. Michael Wahl has been selected to receive the Unsung Heroes of Public Health Award. Congressman Peter Roskam (IL-06) announced the news Jan. 13.

Westmont sets dates for Coffee with the Mayor events

By LocalLabs News Service | Jan 28, 2015

BodyWestmont, Illinois, Mayor Ron Gunter recently announced the next “Coffee with the Mayor” events, which will be held on Feb. 21 at Citrus Restaurant and March 28 at Golden Basket Restaurant.

Naperville police to increase enforcement of drunk driving over Super Bowl Weekend

By LocalLabs News Service | Jan 28, 2015

BodySpecial patrols will be conducted by the Naperville Police as part of a Super Bowl Weekend crackdown on drunk drivers and seat belt law violators.

DuPage County seeking deputy coroner

By LocalLabs News Service | Jan 28, 2015

Applications are currently being accepted by DuPage County Coroner Richard A.

Bensenville sees debt rating upgrade

By LocalLabs News Service | Jan 28, 2015

The Village of Bensenville’s General Obligation Unlimited Tax (GOULT) debt rating was recently upgraded by Moody’s Investors Services to Aa3 from A1.

Bellock sworn in to second term in state legislature

By Mark Reccek | Jan 28, 2015

State Representative Patti Bellock (R-Hinsdale) has officially begun her second term in office.

New legislation could allow bankruptcy protection for municipalities

By LocalLabs News Service | Jan 28, 2015

Legislation filed this week by State Representative Ron Sandack (R-Downers Grove) would make Illinois the 25th state to allow municipalities to seek bankruptcy protections under the U.S.

Aurora announces electronic recycling dates

By LocalLabs News Service | Jan 28, 2015

The city of Aurora recently announced its first four electronic recycling dates for 2015.

Village of Westmont Coat Drive has record year

By LocalLabs News Service | Jan 28, 2015

The Village of Westmont's Coat Drive had a record year.

Westmont Public Library to hold Tax Talk

By LocalLabs News Service | Jan 28, 2015

Tax Talk will be held at the Westmont Public Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m.Tax Talk will be held at the Westmont Public Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28.