Dupage Policy Journal

While a Police Space Needs Analysis conducted for the village of Bartlett determined that the village’s 26-year-old police station is in “good condition,” it also indicated that the building is not equipped to meet the growing demands of the Bartlett police force.

Bartlett Board to finalize Blue Heron Business Park issues at meeting

The village of Bartlett board will hold a public hearing on the Blue Heron Business Park Annexation during its regular meeting 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Village Hall.

Health officials: Risk of Zika low in DuPage County

According to assessments by the DuPage County Health Department, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the risk of contracting the virus is very low in DuPage county.

Westmont firefighter fired for child porn charges

Village of Westmont officials received information Thursday that Peter Woitovich, a part-time firefighter-paramedic, was arrested by the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office for child pornography.

Holan speaks out after President's address in Springfield

By Ruth de Jauregui | Feb 15, 2016

Republican candidate Heidi Holan places blame for budget woes on Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-22nd Dist.).

Downers Grove Village Council considers several service contracts at meeting

The Downers Grove Village Council considered contracts totaling over $180,000 to several companies for various products and services during its regular meeting this week.

Elmhurst City Council to tackle city-employee pay issues in closed session

The Elmhurst City Council will discuss employee-compensation issues during an executive session 7 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall, 209 N. York St., preceding the council’s regular biweekly meeting.

Elk Grove Village no longer mandates pet licensing

There’s good news for pet owners in Elk Grove Village.

Elmhurst leaders to host public hearing on Downtown Plan

To discuss the proposed Downtown Plan, developed over the past several months, Elmhurst is hosting a public hearing at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, in City Hall's Council Chambers.

Elmhurst Public Works Committee hears residents' trash-fee, stormwater concerns

Elmhurst Public Works and Buildings Committee fielded complaints from residents about rising garbage-service rates and stormwater issues during its regular meeting this week.

West Chicago Liquor Commission considers Al Chulo license request

The City of West Chicago Liquor/Tobacco Control Commission considered a request for a Class A-1 liquor license for a local establishment during its regular meeting on Wednesday.

Prairie Path signage still hot topic for Lombard Historical Commission

The Lombard Historical Commission's Local Landmark Committee discussed the Prairie Path anew at a recent meeting.

Candidate Michelle Smith echoes need for change in Illinois

In the wake of President Obama’s speech at the Illinois State Capital on Wednesday, Michelle Smith, the Republican candidate for the Illinois State Senate seat in the 49th District, spoke out on the need for change in her state.

Warrenville Committee of the Whole honors police officers at meeting

The Warrenville Public Safety and Legislative Committee/Committee of the Whole acknowledged several officers for their hard work during its regular meeting Monday.

Downers Grove Environmental, Stormwater Committee meetings Thursday

The Downers Grove Environmental Concerns Commission will hear two more green presentations from local businesses as part of its Green Business Initiative during the commission’s regular meeting 7 p.m. Thursday in the Village Hall Committee Room, 801 Burlington Ave.

Lombard Plan Commission to consider several code-deviation requests Monday

The Lombard Plan Commission will consider several city-code deviations on signs and fences during its regular scheduled meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday in the Village Hall Board Room, 255 East Wilson Ave.

DuPage County's new smartphone app aims to keep community connected