A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City Of Countryside Finance Department in Illinois regarding sales tax records on October 25, 2024.
The Cook County Board of Commissioners has officially recognized October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The board, led by Commissioner Alma Anaya, passed a resolution and approved $900,000 in new grant funding for community-based organizations that provide essential services to victims and survivors of domestic violence.
The LeadCare Cook County program has reached a significant milestone by completing its 100th lead service line replacement. This initiative is part of an effort to provide safer drinking water for children in suburban Cook County. The program offers free lead service line replacements at child care facilities, focusing on reducing lead exposure for young children, who are particularly vulnerable to its harmful effects.
The River Forest Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating Emerson Bolen, a 68-year-old white male. Bolen is described as being 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing 150 pounds, with gray hair and blue eyes.
Go Painters is set to commence the Village's 2024 Fire Hydrant Painting Project on October 25. The initiative involves painting 400 hydrants throughout the Village. In comparison, last year saw the completion of 250 hydrants by the same company. An additional 80 unpainted hydrants are scheduled for painting in 2025.
The Village of Riverside has engaged Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) to conduct a comprehensive pavement evaluation study and update the Village's Street Data Base. The initiative aims to establish a 10-year street program designed to maintain the integrity of local roads using various construction maintenance techniques.
To accommodate the final phase of street paving around the Congress Park Train Depot, DuBois Boulevard will be closed at Ogden Avenue on Wednesday, October 23. This closure will make the north commuter parking lot unavailable for use.
The Town of Cicero has initiated a relief fund to aid victims of the recent hurricane in Florida. Led by Town President Larry Dominick, officials have collaborated with local organizations and residents to gather funds and essential supplies for those affected.
The Town of Cicero Health Department is offering emergency life-saving training sessions. These classes are organized by President Larry Dominick, the Board of Trustees, and the Town of Cicero’s Health and Fire Departments. The training will cover First Aid, Babysitter First Aid, CPR/AED, and Basic Life Saving procedures.
Early voting in Cicero is set to commence on Monday, October 21, 2024. The Town of Cicero has arranged for early voting stations at two locations: the Cicero PSO Building at 5410 W. 34th Street and the Cicero Community Center at 2250 49th Avenue. These stations will be open from October 21 through November 4, providing residents with an opportunity to cast their votes ahead of Election Day.
Cook County is seeking input from residents to help prioritize programs funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) as federal funding is set to end in 2026. Since the pandemic began, ARPA has contributed to over 70 vital programs within Cook County.
Trick or treating hours for Halloween have been set from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Residents who wish to distribute treats are advised to keep their front porch lights on during these hours. Conversely, those not participating should leave their porch lights off.