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News from November 2016

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Think tank: AFSCME an '800-pound gorilla' that bullies state, taxpayers

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 23, 2016

Terming the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) an “800-pound gorilla at the negotiating table,” the Illinois Policy Institute recently examined the relationship between the union and Illinois workers, suggesting that the balance of power tends to tilt toward the union.

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State GOP: In election's wake, Dems may want to rethink allegiance to Madigan

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 23, 2016

Illinois Republican Party Executive Director Nick Klitzing released a memo following last week’s election results detailing the challenges that now lie before House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) and the Democratic Party in the Land of Lincoln.

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Illinois labor board ruling soon may allow state to force terms on AFSCME

By DuPage Policy Journals | Nov 23, 2016

In a victory for Gov. Bruce Rauner and his administration, the Illinois Labor Relations Board ruled in a 5-0 vote on Nov. 15 that the state and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) have reached an impasse in their contract negotiations.

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Analyst: GOP gains in General Assembly upend Democratic power dynamic

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 23, 2016

The recent election dropped Democrats out of the supermajority in the state House as Republicans gained four seats there, in addition to two seats in the state Senate.

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Analysis: 20 private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 81st House District

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 23, 2016

Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners 20 to one in the 81st Illinois House district, according to a DuPage Policy Journal analysis.

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Analysis: 20 private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 48th House District

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 23, 2016

Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners nearly 20 to one in the 48th Illinois House district, according to a DuPage Policy Journal analysis.

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Analysis: 20 private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 47th House District

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 23, 2016

Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners over 20 to one in the 47th Illinois House district, according to a DuPage Policy Journal analysis.

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Veto session likely last chance this year for Assembly to break budget impasse

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 23, 2016

The Illinois General Assembly recently reconvened for its annual veto session that gives the legislature an opportunity to review and overturn the governor's vetoes from the spring session.

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Chu-Ren and Yi-Hsien M. Cheng Purchase 5 Pebblewood Lane W.-201 S040, Naperville (unincorporated)

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 23, 2016

On July 1, 2016, Chu-Ren and Yi-Hsien M. Cheng purchased a one bedroom, one bathroom home at 5 Pebblewood Lane W.-201 S040, Naperville (unincorporated) from Dane Haidu for $95,000.

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VIlla Park Economic Development Commission continues resident surveys

By Jenie Mallari-Torres | Nov 23, 2016

The village of VIlla Park Economic Development Commission met Oct. 18 to continue resident surveys.

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Bloomingdale addresses planning, zoning concerns

By Jenie Mallari-Torres | Nov 23, 2016

The village of Bloomingdale Standing Committee of the Whole met Oct. 17 to address planning and zoning concerns.

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Clarendon Hills Police Pension Board reviews financial statements

By Jenie Mallari-Torres | Nov 23, 2016

The village of Clarendon Hills Police Pension Board met Oct. 17 to review financial statements.

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Geneva historic commission reviews permit applications

By Jenie Mallari-Torres | Nov 23, 2016

The city of Geneva Historic Preservation Commission met Oct. 18 to review permit applications.

Villa Park Board of Trustees purchase property

By Louie Torres | Nov 23, 2016

The Villa Park Board of Trustees met Sept. 26 to purchase property.

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Analysis: 20 private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 45th House District

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 22, 2016

Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners nearly 20 to one in the 45th Illinois House district, according to a DuPage Policy Journal analysis.

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Robt W Busching Purchases 1049 W. Ogden Ave., No. 1-215, Naperville

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 22, 2016

On July 1, 2016, Robt W Busching purchased a two bedroom, two bathroom home at 1049 W. Ogden Ave., No. 1-215, Naperville from Mary F. Rev Agmt Baumgartner (trustee) and Catherine Salika for $92,000.

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College of DuPage to host top 10 team in inaugural Red Grange Bowl

By Sean Fowler | Nov 21, 2016

The DuPage area is getting a brand new college football bowl game, set up to honor one of Illinois' most famous legends.

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Analysis: 20 private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 42nd House District

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 21, 2016

Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners over 20 to one in the 42nd Illinois House district, according to a DuPage Policy Journal analysis.

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Analysis: 20 private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 41st House District

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 21, 2016

Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners nearly 20 to one in the 41st Illinois House district, according to a DuPage Policy Journal analysis.

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Danl L. and Natalie A. Hickey Purchase 2400 Larchmont Lane, Aurora

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 21, 2016

On July 1, 2016, Danl L. and Natalie A. Hickey purchased a four bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home at 2400 Larchmont Lane, Aurora from Pamela F. and Thayer L. Bauman for $320,000.