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Tenth Dems put out a call for dirt -- literally	May 20, 2013 The NewsSun
“As part of our summer programing ‘Garden to Table,’ the Tenth Dems Community Connection office is working with GreenTOWN Waukegan to sponsor five raised vegetable beds in the Madeleine Fuqua Community Garden,” the message states, referring to the public plot on Genesee Street just south of Washington Street. “The beds have been built, seedlings donated and ready to be planted,” the message adds, “but we need more dirt!”
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/opinions/20230005-474/tenth-dems-put-out-a-call-for-dirt-literally.html

Garrett joins good government board	May 20, 2013 Daily Herald
Former state Sen. Susan Garrett has joined the board of the Illinois Campaign for Political Reform, probably the state's foremost good government group. The Lake Forest Democrat is known in Springfield for taking up ethics causes, so the new gig makes sense. Garrett didn't run for re-election in 2012 after 14 years in office. "Oversight, accountability and transparency should be essential components of Illinois government," Garrett said in a statement. "I will be working with ICPR to ensure that these principles are emphasized and embraced."
Read the full story ... http://blogs.dailyherald.com/node/7557

Senator Link presented award by YouthBuild Coalition	May 16, 2013 The NewsSun
Illinois YouthBuild Coalition, Inc. recently presented State Senator Terry Link (D-Waukegan) with the Illinois YouthBuild Public Service award for his unwavering support of young people in Lake County. Link has been involved for many years with Illinois YouthBuild.
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/news/20132226-418/senator-link-presented-award-by-youthbuild-coalition.html

North Chicago Mayor Rockingham sworn in for third term	May 07, 2013 The NewsSun
“You deserve a city you can be proud to call home,” Leon Rockingham told the crowd that spilled outside of the council chamber. He also said he would work to keep citizens “informed on issues affecting our city and an open door policy so I can hear what you have to say.”
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/news/19957685-418/north-chicago-mayor-rockingham-sworn-in-for-third-term.html

Rep. Schneider urges FAA to fund Waukegan airport tower	May 07, 2013 The NewsSun
U.S. Congressman Brad Schneider, 10th District, signed a letter urging U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood to use the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) new funding flexibility to keep open Waukegan Regional Airport's control tower and the 148 other contract towers scheduled for closure.In April, Congress passed legislation to provide the Department of Transportation with more flexibility to redirect millions of dollars in order to avoid air traffic controller layoffs.
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/19953042-417/rep-schneider-urges-faa-to-fund-waukegan-airport-tower.html

Wayne Motley sworn in as new Waukegan mayor	May 06, 2013 The NewsSun
“We have a lot to do in Waukegan, it will not be an easy task. I have nine friends here who will help me,” Wayne Motley said. “I believe Waukegan has a bright future.”
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Haran named deputy chief of recorder of deeds office	May 06, 2013 Daily Herald
"I'm thrilled to become a member of the Lake County Recorder's Office," Cynthia Pruim Haran said. "I am very passionate about serving the public, and I will work to ensure that we continue to deliver the best, professional service to our customers."
Read the full story ... http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20130506/news/705069790/

Change in CLC board leadership follows union suggestion	May 01, 2013 Daily Herald
In an annual board reorganization, colleagues selected Trustee Amanda Howland by a 4-3 vote Monday to serve as chairman for 2013-14.
Read the full story ... http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20130501/news/705019936/

Lake Zurich Woman to Chair CLC Board	May 01, 2013 Patch
Lake Zurich resident Amanda Howland has been chosen as the new chairman of the College of Lake County Board of Trustees. Howland, an attorney with the Children's Law Group in Chicago, has served on the CLC board since 2009. She is also a former elementary school assistant principal and principal. "I am looking forward to working with everyone," said Howland. She praised outgoing chairman, Richard Anderson, whom she described as having "worked harder for the college than anyone."
Read the full story ... http://lakezurich.patch.com/articles/lake-zurich-woman-to-chair-clc-board

Tenth Dems	April 26, 2013 The NewsSun
Now that the spring elections are over, Tenth Dems is recruiting volunteers to help with everything, especially communications and research. Many of their projects are done online, so computer skills are a plus. They also want people with artistic talent who can produce great visuals. For more information, see their Web site at www.tenthdems.org
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/news/19696570-418/political-briefs.html

Yingling town hall	April 26, 2013 The NewsSun
State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Round Lake Beach, will host a Round Lake area town hall meeting from 1 to 2 p.m., May 5. The session will be held in the Banquet Room of the Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center, 2007 N. Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach.
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/news/19696570-418/political-briefs.html

Recycle-O-Rama	April 26, 2013 The NewsSun
State Rep. Carol Sente, D-Vernon Hills, will co-host a community Recycle-O-Rama and shred day event May 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the southwest parking lot of Westfield Hawthorn Mall, Vernon Hills. For more information, call Sente’s full-time constituent service office at (847) 478-9909
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Approving Franks' effort	April 26, 2013 NorthWest Herald
I am writing to express approval of my state Rep. Jack Franks’ bipartisan approach to his work in Springfield. Throughout his tenure of service, I have always found him to be focused more on solving problems than engaging in the same old partisan politics.
Read the full story ... http://www.nwherald.com/2013/04/25/approving-franks-effort/a822rbs/

Heroin panel approved by House	April 19, 2013 Daily Herald
A suburban lawmaker's proposal to address the state's youth heroin epidemic passed in the Illinois House on a vote of 79-28 Friday. State Rep. Sam Yingling, a Round Lake Beach Democrat, penned the proposal that would create a youth heroin task force. The task force, made up of lawmakers, would seek ways the state can act to curb rates of young people overdosing on heroin, which have increased dramatically in recent years.
Read the full story ... http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20130419/news/704199680/

Franks helps seniors	April 17, 2013 NorthWest Herald
Jack Franks recently informed me that he had passed a law through the Illinois House limiting first-time fines for vehicle registration violations by senior citizens. It even limited the fine to my suggested amount exactly: $25. This is the kind of public service we should expect from our elected representatives.
Read the full story ... http://www.nwherald.com/2013/04/16/franks-helps-seniors/ayhrk03/

Inside Wayne Motley's winning mayoral strategy in Waukegan	April 10, 2013 The NewsSun
During his victory speech late Tuesday, Waukegan mayor-elect Wayne Motley remembered the handful of supporters who first urged him to run. "They had so much faith and trust in me that I actually believed it myself," Motley said, drawing a laugh.
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/19400659-417/inside-wayne-motleys-winning-mayoral-strategy-in-waukegan.html

Motley ousts Sabonjian in Waukegan mayoral race	April 09, 2013 The NewsSun
Ten years ago this spring, Wayne Motley's first bid for mayor of Waukegan ended when he finished a distant second to incumbent Richard Hyde in the Democratic primary. On Tuesday, the prize he sought a decade ago was his. "I have to tell you, I am so proud of my team," Motley told a cheering crowd of 200 supporters at the Waukegan Ramada around 9 p.m., about 30 minutes after the last precinct came in.
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/19362199-417/motley-ousts-sabonjian-in-waukegan-mayoral-race.html

Congressman Schneider opens Lincolnshire office	April 09, 2013 The NewsSun
U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider (D-10) debuted his new district office last week at 111 Barclay Blvd., attracting around 200 people to the open house. Well-wishers, supporters of past opponents and district residents crammed into the hallways and all of the side rooms, warming up couches and surrounding the sandwiches. Noting that he had been sworn into his first term exactly three months ago, Schneider told everyone who could jam into the main room that he considered serving them an honor. “Other than being a father, this is the greatest responsibility I’ve ever had to do,” he said.
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/news/19131302-418/congressman-schneider-opens-lincolnshire-office.html

Pension reform a hot topic at Drury forum	April 08, 2013 The NewsSun
Scott Drury spent much of the forum outlining his legislative proposals for “Rebooting Illinois,” including an end to gimmicks that make it appear the state is balancing its budget; a 10-year term limit on legislative leadership posts; and open primaries.
Read the full story ... http://newssun.suntimes.com/news/19354906-418/pension-reform-a-hot-topic-at-drury-forum.html

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