August, 2016 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

DuPage County Legislative and Governmental Affairs Committee considers lobbying contracts

By Louie Torres | Aug 15, 2016

DuPage County Legislative and Governmental Affairs Committee considers lobbying contracts at recent meeting.

Republican candidate says NoMoreMadigan pledge is gaining support

By Hoang Tran | Aug 15, 2016

Mike Strick, Republican candidate for District 84 in the Illinois House of Representatives, said his NoMoreMadigan pledge has been garnering positive responses among voters and candidates these past few weeks.

DuPage County Technology Committee reviews computer purchases

By Louie Torres | Aug 13, 2016

DuPage County Technology Committee reviews computer purchases at recent meeting.

Oak Brook Community Enhancement Committee discusses updates to Commercial Areas Revitalization Plan

By Louie Torres | Aug 13, 2016

Oak Brook Community Enhancement Committee discusses updates to Commercial Areas Revitalization Plan at recent meeting.

Illinois' Olympic medal count up to 4 golds

By Sean Fowler | Aug 12, 2016

Athletes from Illinois participating in the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, have had a very successful first week, particularly in men's swimming.

Naperville City Council to consider single-family development

By Louie Torres | Aug 12, 2016

Naperville City Council will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16.

Salt Creek Marsh acquires 24 acres from Forest Preserve district

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 12, 2016

From its spotted sandpipers to storm water management, DuPage County’s Salt Creek Marsh will soon experience expanded horizons following the Forest Preserve District board of commissioners’ recent approval of a 24-acre donation from a real estate trust.

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Lombard announces Aug. 15 parking shifts for paving

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 12, 2016

As part of municipal work in progress, paving will cause temporary parking closures in the Village of Lombard along Parkside Avenue while crews reapply asphalt between Main and Elizabeth streets, Village officials reminded residents this week.

Youth golf classes planned at Glen Ellyn

By Brent Zell | Aug 12, 2016

Youth golf classes are planned for next month in the Glen Ellyn Park District.

Itasca Board hears presentation on the Northern Illinois Raptor Center’s new agreement with the Itasca Nature Center

By Louie Torres | Aug 11, 2016

Itasca Board hears presentation on the Northern Illinois Raptor Center’s new agreement with the Itasca Nature Center at recent meeting.

Naperville Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee reviews Moser Bridge shoreline restoration project

By Louie Torres | Aug 11, 2016

Naperville Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee reviews Moser Bridge shoreline restoration project at recent meeting.

Bloomingdale Board reviews fuel purchase agreement

By Louie Torres | Aug 11, 2016

Bloomingdale Board reviews fuel purchase agreement at recent meeting.

Oak Brook Village Board holds informational session on 2017 budget

By Louie Torres | Aug 11, 2016

Oak Brook Village Board holds informational session on 2017 budget during recent meeting.

DuPage County Election Commission to review software purchases

By Louie Torres | Aug 10, 2016

DuPage County Election Commission will meet at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10.

Wood Dale Public Works Committee green-lights feasibility study for wastewater treatment plant

By Louie Torres | Aug 10, 2016

Wood Dale Public Works Committee green-lights feasibility study for wastewater treatment plant at recent meeting.

Warrenville Joint Review Board to hold special meeting on TIF district

By Louie Torres | Aug 10, 2016

Warrenville Joint Review Board will meet at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23.

DuPage Emergency Telephone System Board discusses preliminary FY17 budget

By Louie Torres | Aug 10, 2016

DuPage Emergency Telephone System Board discusses preliminary FY17 budget at yesterday's meeting.

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Candidate Khouri tackles ‘bully’ opponent

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 10, 2016

DuPage County Board member and businesswoman Tonia Khouri recently came out swinging when her opponent became verbally aggressive, casting aside any doubt of her ability to stand up to what she perceived as campaign bullying.