Streator receives $42,000 to demolish 7 abandoned properties
The Streator City Council has its sights set on demolishing seven more abandoned properties, after receiving a $42,000 grant from the Illinois Housing Development Authority.
Utica to tackle legalized cannabis (again) later this year
Would Utica admit a cannabis grower or dispensary? The village took up that question in late 2019, but the pandemic halted any action. Now, they’ll look at it anew.
Streator restaurant will have drive-in movie mural on outdoor patio; receives TIF funds to help with development
Richard Wilkinson wants Gaetano’s Vault in Streator to be a destination restaurant.
Utica approves up to $85K for work in municipal complex
Utica’s new municipal complex (the old grade school) will get new floors and fresh paint at costs not to exceed $60,000 and $25,000, respectively.
Streator resident makes suggestions for rental program
A Streator resident and landlord offered three suggestions to the city’s rental inspection program for the City Council’s consideration.
Plan Commission rejects request to park heavy equipment on North Bloomington Street property in Streator
The Streator Plan Commission denied Tuesday a petitioner’s request to park and store heavy equipment at 1614 N. Bloomington St. and use the property as a contractor facility.
Riordan Pool in Ottawa will open Friday, June 11
Riordan Pool in Ottawa will open for the season Friday, June 11.
Streator council will address food truck rules
A permit is required to operate a mobile food truck in Streator, but City Council members may modify the city’s fee structure, among other items in its ordinance.