Utica is inching closer to breaking ground on the Market on Mill, the village’s outdoor retail plaza.
The Peru City Clerk’s Office will not put flyers with information about a possible November referendum for a municipal swimming pool in the mailing of city bills, the clerk said, because he believes it is political language.
Brandon Hamblen was sworn in as a full-time fireman for the Peru Fire Department during Monday’s City Council meeting.
The Sopring Valley City Council purchased a small tract of land so that it and an adjacent property can be cleared.
Candidate Donald Rients on handling the influx of migrants to the state "Repeal the TRUST act. Freeze all monies being used to provide for the asylum seekers/refugees/illegal aliens. They will stop coming, and likely leave."
Donald Jensen on taxes being a top issue in La Salle County: "Government’s responsibility is to fashion public policy to promote the general welfare not to provide for it. All the ills of society cannot be solved merely by throwing money at them."
Question: In light of the increasing influx of migrants to Illinois, how do you propose the county should address the challenges? Answer: By remaining a non-sanctuary county. Read Deborah Porter's full election questionnaire here.
Joe Oscepinski, Jr: In accordance with the La Salle County Emergency Management’s All-Hazards Plan, which I fully endorse, it is imperative that we prioritize the humane treatment of migrants while also abiding by lawful procedures.
Question: What would you push for as a member of county government to boost local businesses? Answer: I would make economic development my first priority. Read Brian Dose's full questionnaire here.