June, 2016 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Carbondale Sustainability Commission hears presentation on plastic bags

By Louie Torres | Jun 17, 2016

At a meeting this week, the Carbondale Sustainability Commission heard a presentation from the American Progress Bag Alliance, which fights against plastic-bag bans and taxes nationwide.

Jackson County Administration Committee discusses union's ambulance complaints

By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 15, 2016

At a recent meeting, in closed session, the Jackson County Finance and Administration Committee discussed complaints over ambulances submitted by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.

Jackson County considers creating Public Building Commission

By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 15, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Jackson County Executive Committee considered a resolution to create a Jackson County Public Building Commission.

Carbondale Zoning Board considers accessory-structure variance request

By Louie Torres | Jun 15, 2016

At a meeting today, the Carbondale Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals considered an accessory-structure variance request for the property at 29 Hill Haven Drive.

Carbondale Liquor Commission, City Council tackle license issues

By Louie Torres | Jun 14, 2016

This week, the Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission and City Council held back-to-back meetings, with both delving into liquor-related issues, including a license request.

Bradley Insurance and Finance Committee holds policy discussions

By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 14, 2016

At a meeting this week, the Bradley Insurance and Finance Committee conducted policy discussions.

Jackson County Safety Committee to be updated on solid-waste issues

By Louie Torres | Jun 14, 2016

The Jackson County Legislative and Public Safety Committee will receive an update on solid-waste management and enforcement efforts at its next meeting 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Jackson County Courthouse.

Jackson County Real Property Committee to discuss road sign maintenance

By Louie Torres | Jun 14, 2016

The Jackson County Real Property Committee will meet at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday.

Carbondale Police Pension Board changes fund's rules

By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 13, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Carbondale Police Pension Board approves changes to the pension fund's rules.

Elverado CUSD No. 196 Board discusses labor union's report

By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 13, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Elverado Community Unit School District (CUSD) No. 196 Board discussed the Laborers’ Local 773 Report.

Murphysboro City Council set to OK annual Prevailing Wage Ordinance

By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 13, 2016

The Murphysboro City Council is expected to approve the annual Prevailing Wage Ordinance at its next meeting 7 p.m. Tuesday in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 N. 11th St.

Carbondale Fire, Police Commissioners Board's disciplinary power discussed

By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 13, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Carbondale Board of Fire and Police Commissioners discussed possible changes to the city code concerning the board's authority in disciplining employees.

Activist group calls for Mautino to resign after he takes the Fifth in probe

By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 13, 2016

SPRINGFIELD -- The Edgar County Watchdogs is calling for Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino to resign after he pled the Fifth to avoid incriminating himself in an investigation by the Illinois State Board of Elections last week.