Sunday, May 20, 2012
Illinois lawmakers are again looking to expand gambling options in Illinois.
Illinois lawmakers are considering plans to add more casinos as the state continues to grapple with budget woes. The latest proposals would place casinos in Danville, Rockford and Waukegan. Another proposal would allow for slot machines to be operated at race tracks like Arlington Park, the Alton Daily News reported. The bills are sponsored by Terry Link (D-Waukegan) in the Senate and Lou Lang (D-Skokie) in the House. Gov. Pat Quinn has called the legislation to, once again, expand gambling in Illinois "a distraction." Meanwhile, behind the scenes, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has been pushing for a Chicago casino. A Chicago casino is something that officials in the city long have sought. As far back at 1993, Mayor Daley proposed an $800 …
Monday, May 14, 2012
Few new details were released in the report about the crash that occurred across from the Lake in the Hills Airport on May 3.
A preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board revealed few new details surrounding the cause of a fatal plane crash in Crystal Lake in recent weeks. Hugh Scott Clark, 65, of Lake Forest, and Paul San Filippo, 82, of Grayslake, died in the crash, according to the Northwest Herald. The report released by the NTSB confirmed San Filippo was piloting the Beech S35 Bonanza, which he owned, at the time of the crash at 3:15 p.m. May 3. The plane went down in a marshy gravel pit on the east side of Pyott Road, across the street from the airport. The plane took off from the Lake in the Hills Airport, according to the report. Witnesses reported the plan flying low to the ground "in a very steep bank." A witness said the airplane …
Sunday, May 13, 2012
President Barack Obama said that he supported gay marriage this week, while Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has said he believes marriage should be between a man and a woman.
Gay marriage came to the forefront of the 2012 presidential campaign this week. President Barack Obama said on ABC's Good Morning America that he personally supported gay marriage. "You know, Malia and Sasha, they have friends whose parents are same-sex couples. There have been times where Michelle and I have been sitting around the dinner table and we’re talking about their friends and their parents and Malia and Sasha, it wouldn’t dawn on them that somehow their friends’ parents would be treated differently," Obama said in the interview with ABC. Obama's support for gay marriage came one day after North Carolina passed an amendment defining marriage as a union between a man and a woman, the Huffington Post Reported. Republican …
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Job opportunity available for the right candidate.
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Saturday, May 12
Cary is seeking a part-time inspector (approximately 20 hours per week, $15-$20/hour). Under general supervision, the individual inspects residential and commercial properties, responds to complaints, works with property owners regarding compliance with village Code and conducts appropriate enforcement activities as directed. The qualified individual must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Illinois driver's license, the ability to understand municipal codes and excellent customer service/writing skills. The position is open until filled. To apply, candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to Human Resources, Village of Cary, 655 Village Hall Drive, Cary, IL 60013. The Village of Cary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. …
Friday, May 11, 2012
Deer ticks have already been detected this year in McHenry County.
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Friday, May 11
McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) is warning residents to take precautions against tick bites to prevent contracting the diseases they carry, in particular Lyme disease. The black-legged or deer tick has already been detected in McHenry County and is a known carrier of Lyme disease in the North Central states (Wisconsin and Minnesota). Ticks live in and near wooded areas, tall grass and brush. Nineteen (19) cases of Lyme disease were reported to MCDH in 2011, with several cases having exposure in McHenry County. In contrast, only 6 cases were reported in 2009 and 2010. Lyme disease typically occurs 3 to 30 days after exposure to an infected tick. Symptoms vary greatly from person to person and may include fatigue, chills and …
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Comprehensive reporting leads to recognition.
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Thursday, May 10
The Cary Park District has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement award is designed to recognize and encourage excellence in financial reporting by state and local governments. This award is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting. The application process was headed by Claire Glenn, Director of Finance & Administration for the Cary Park District. The purpose of the Certificate Program is to encourage all government institutions, including Park Districts, to prepare and publish…
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Candidate David McSweeney announces additional supporters.
David McSweeney, the Republican nominee for State Representative in the 52nd District, has announced additional support for his campaign. McSweeney won a hard fought Primary Election and has secured the support of additional elected officials and community leaders to support his general election effort. "I have received overwhelming support going into the General Election cycle. Over fifty leaders and elected officials are supporting my campaign, including Leader Tom Cross,” said David McSweeney. “My message of lower taxes, less spending, and reform has earned me the support of these individuals and ultimately will help me win the election in November. My mainstream agenda is focused on helping the people in the 52nd District during …
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Senator releases video thanking citizens and showing his rehab effort.
Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Highland Park) released a video Tuesday thanking the citizens of Illinois in his own voice for their support during his rehabilitation from a stroke suffered Jan. 21 and three resulting surgeries. Kirk left the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Friday to continue his recovery from the stroke at the home of family members. Earlier: Kirk Heads Home From Rehab Center “I want to thank everyone especially for the patience they have given me to recover from a big stroke," said Kirk. "(And also) to the people of Illinois for granting me the honor to represent them in the United States Senate. I cannot wait to get back to work to vote to spend less, borrow less and tax less to fix our economy." Kirk made it clear in the video …
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Chicago is considering a tax on soda as a way to raise revenue and combat obesity.
Chicago held hearings this week on whether to tax soda to fight obesity. Alderman George Cardenas proposed a tax of 15 to 35 cents on sugary drinks. Cardenas proposed the tax as a way to fight child obesity rates. The tax also would raise about $129 million in revenue. Childhood obesity in the U.S. has more than tripled in the last 30 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The CDC states that in 2008, a third of U.S. children were overweight or obese. The percentage of children 6 to 11 defined as obese rose from 7 percent in 1980 to almost 20 percent in 2008. “We know that taxing at the right level can reduce consumption of sugary drinks and that reducing consumption will help reduce the prevalence of obesity,” Fox Chicago …
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Audit finds billing and metering oversights.
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Saturday, May 5
Cary has completed a review and audit of high-use commercial water accounts and has determined that five accounts need billing and metering corrections during the month of May. Since 2010, the Village has taken steps to improve and modernize the oversight and management of utility billing and metering operations for the Village-owned water and sewer systems. The Village provides services for approximately 6,270 commercial and residential accounts. Bills for service are mailed to each customer six times per year. Village staff completed an analysis of two hundred (200) high-use commercial accounts in the first quarter of 2011. The review indicated that a number of commercial accounts had meter reads that were not consistent with records in…
Craig Apelbaum
10:25 pm on Sunday, May 20, 2012
Yes. Chicago, Illinois should have casinos because it brings money into ytheir economy. more ›