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Letter to Ed.: DeLuca

by Arline Adamsick

Dear Governor Pritzker: Residents in my district and across the southland are incredibly frustrated by skyrocketing property tax bills, and they are rightfully demanding action from their elected leaders. As undocumented border crossings decline, I am strongly urging your administration to redirect $100 million of funding intended for migrant issues and instead support direct property […]

Posted inBeecher, Crete, Frankfort, Green Garden, Manhattan, Monee, New Lenox, Peotone, Will County, Wilton

Real Property Assessment Notice

by Arline Adamsick

The following is a list of factors (multipliers) applied by the supervisor of assessment to various township: Wheatland       1.1320*           Green Garden 1.0943* DuPage             1.1114*            Monee              1.1600* Plainfield          1.1072*           Crete                 1.1199* Lockport           1.1139*           Wilmington     1.0555* Homer               1.1032*           Florence  […]

Posted inBourbonnais, Bradley, Crete, Frankfort, Kankakee, Manhattan, Manteno, Monee, New Lenox, South Chicago Heights, State News, Steger

Creating Better Health Care, Clean Energy for Illinoisans

by Arline Adamsick

I recently joined a local radio station to discuss our top legislative work from the spring session in Springfield. To borrow a phrase from the Governor, we put our shoulder into two important initiatives – health care reform and clean energy. I wrote here a few months ago about the emotional challenges our family went […]

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Will County, City of Joliet Hosting Free Food Giveaway in Downtown Joliet Saturday, July 27

by Arline Adamsick

Volunteers needed for food giveaway event focused on post-storm relief Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and City of Joliet Mayor Terry D’Arcy are partnering with ShareFest Will County to host a Free Food Giveaway event from 9 a.m. until noon, on Saturday, July 27, to support residents impacted by last week’s storms. The drive-up event […]

Posted inBourbonnais, Bradley, Crete, Frankfort, Kankakee, Manhattan, Manteno, Monee, New Lenox, South Chicago Heights, State News, Steger

Joyce Urges Local Agencies to Apply for Park Development Grants

by Arline Adamsick

State Sen. Patrick Joyce encourages local governmental agencies to apply for funding through the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development program following the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ announcement of $54 million in available funds. “Parks and other recreational spaces play a vital role in our community and promote both physical and mental well-being,” said […]

Posted inBeecher, Crete, Frankfort, Green Garden, Manhattan, Monee, New Lenox, Peotone, Steger, Will County, Wilton

Will County Launches Self-Reporting Storm Damage Survey

by Arline Adamsick

The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has launched a damage assessment survey for residents and businesses who were impacted by the severe weather on July 15. The survey will support the ongoing efforts of damage assessment teams, who are visually inspecting damage to personal property, businesses, and public infrastructure throughout the county. “This has […]

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As Border Crossings Fall, DeLuca Urges Shifting of Migrant Funding to Property Tax Relief Payments

by Arline Adamsick

As immigration officials report a drop in undocumented border crossings, State Rep. Anthony DeLuca is calling on the state to redirect funding intended for migrant issues to fund property tax relief payments for modest-income homeowners in the south suburbs. “Residents are frustrated by skyrocketing property tax costs, and they rightfully expect the state to intervene. […]

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Joyce-backed Healthcare Protection Act Signed into Law

by Arline Adamsick

With the strong support of State Sen. Patrick Joyce, the Healthcare Protection Act was signed into law recently. The act is a comprehensive plan tackling major issues in the health insurance industry and received bipartisan support in both chambers. “There are some much-needed improvements in the health insurance industry, and this new law will make […]

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62nd Antique Tractor – Steam Engine Show July 18 – 21

by Arline Adamsick

Join us at the WCTA’s 62nd annual Antique Tractor and Steam Engine Show! The Will County Threshermen’s Association’s show offers a captivating journey into the past, showcasing antique engines, steam engines, tractors, and machinery. Visitors can explore the evolution of equipment and witness the transformation of farming practices. Members and the public are invited to […]

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