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VILLAGE NEWS >> WOODRIDGE

Village Board considers land purchase Mayor Gina Cunningham sees a lot of positives come out of board meeting

BY RYAN OSTRY Bugle Staff

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In more than over a decade, the village of Woodridge has been looking into purchasing vacant land located at the northern end of the former Wilton Property. With the goal in mind and priorities set to expand the Town Centre and support the Village’s need for new facilities, while allowing for future growth, the village held a meeting on Thursday, June 6 to further discuss the towns thoughts and ideas.

“The talks kind off started and then stopped a while ago because the great recession that we were in,” said Mayor Gina Cunningham. “We picked it up again later and we understand now that we have a need as well as a future vision and investment in our community.”

To date, the purchase price for the much hoped for land will approximately be 12.69 acres, which is

$3,375,000.00 and would be funded through the Village’s cash reserves.

The Village has identified this specific area as an ideal location for future Village facilities, because of needs due to its central location within Woodridge, and its proximity to the existing municipal campus.

This potential acquisition of this parcel enables the Village Board to fulfill a long- term vision of constructing a new Police Department and Public Works facility, which Cunningham said there is much needed improvement needed in that area.

“The space right around our current village hall, library and post office gets pretty tight in and around there,” Cunningham said. “This plan will give us the space that we need and most importantly the much needed space in the police department which will include evidence storage and day to day activities of our police and employees at the Police Department.”

Back in 2015, the Village retained the Project Construction Management Team of Williams Architect, W. B. Olson Engineering and the AT Group to complete a Feasibility and Planning Study of the Woodridge municipal campus in Town Centre.

The purpose was to determine if the

Woodridge Mayor Gina Cunningham current Woodridge municipal campus is a viable site for the Village Hall, Library, Post Office, along with a new Police Department and Public Works Facility, sized to meet the current community needs and public building requirements.

Cunningham added that even though she saw positive reinforcement from the meeting and many positives came out of the meeting, she knows that there are still a lot of conversations to be had before more information is finalized as far as specific dates when the project will be started and completed.

“We know we will start with the Police Department first in terms of the project, but we still have some ways to go before that gets underway,” Cunningham said. “I’ve seen a plan that starts with the Police, Public Works and all of the other necessities we have gone over, but we will have future discussions that take place regarding the project times and dates.”

LOCAL NEWS

District 58 congratulates 2019 employee retirees Downers Grove sees proud retirees reflect on their times serving the community

BY RYAN OSTRY Bugle Staff

@RyanOstry_BR18 rostry@buglenewspapers.com

Downers Grove Grade School District 58 congratulated its 12 employees who will retire this school year.

Together, this group has provided District 58 with 287 years of dedicated service.

During the Board of Education lunch in where each honoree was honored and spoken highly about,

This years group of retirees is absolutely fantastic, each retiree has really contributed so much to District 58 throughout their tenure.

- Megan Hewitt, Communications Specialist for Downers Grove each retiree’s supervisor had a candid moment reflecting on what they meant to the city of Downers Grove.

“I really enjoyed listening to the accolades that each supervisor shared about each retiree,” said Megan

Hewitt, Communications Specialist for Downers Grove. “This years group of retirees is absolutely fantastic, each retiree has really contributed so much to District 58 throughout their tenure.”

Something that stuck out to Hewitt was not just the retirees getting spoken so highly about, but their faces illuminating and all of their efforts coming to fruition.

“You could tell that each retiree was beaming with pride and that they were all just so happy with their memories being fond of working here in District 58,” Hewitt said. “They love teaching, have a passion for teaching and I’m personally very proud of all their contributions and they will all be

Education Foundation celebrates District 58 teachers and staff with Green Apple Awards The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 thanks the many parents, employees and community members who made a Green Apple Award donation in honor of a District 58 teacher or staff member who has made a positive impact on their and their children’s lives. Since January 2019, the Green Apple program has raised more than $1,800 to support the Education Foundation’s programs, which include Teacher Grants, Distinguished Service Awards, Select 58, The Reading Games and more.

This school year, 50 District 58 employees received a Green Apple Award. Each recipient received a Green Apple Award card, with a personalized message from the gift giver, delivered by Superintendent Dr. Kari Cremascoli or the building principal. In addition, the Green Apple award winners will be acknowledged throughout this summer on the District’s Facebook page.

CONGRATULATIONS 2018-19 GREEN APPLE AWARD RECIPIENTS!

Claire Armbrust Fairmount Brian Barnas Herrick Jennifer Barriball Indian Trail Kevin Barto Longfellow Colleen Brejcha Fairmount Charlie Caton O’Neill Diane Claver El Sierra (2 awards) Erin Contreras Pierce Downer (2 awards) Jennifer Conyac Lester Matthew Cunningham Herrick Laura DiPietro Hillcrest Michele Doose Pierce Downer Amy Freitag Lester Nicole Gorman O’Neill Vanessa Jeris O’Neill Judy Kindermann Longfellow

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(4 awards) Addie Kostellic O’Neill Amy Kozlowski Fairmount Michael Krugman Whittier Randy Kyznar- Longfellow Morgan Lanham Whittier Georganne Law Longfellow Sandra Leff Indian Trail Megan Linker Indian Trail Brad Linko Belle Aire (2 awards) Robert Luciano Fairmount Jason Lynde El Sierra Cheryl Lyons Whittier (3 awards) Jennifer MacArtney Herrick Liana Marino Kingsley Kate Matson Fairmount Alicia Micele Fairmount Rhys Miles Indian Trail Patricia Miller Whittier Louise Modine Whittier Carrie Murphy Puffer Mike Murphy Whittier Geoff Neustadt Longfellow Matt Neustadt Herrick Maria Ramirez Whittier Heather Richards Whittier Lindsay Roman Hillcrest Kristin Steiner Belle Aire (2 awards) Patricia Szczurek Lester Christine Torres Lester Linda Vanacora Whittier Manny Velez Lester Christina Wallace Highland (2 awards) Sarah Williams Herrick Amanda Woo Belle Aire

Learn more about the Education Foundation and its Green Apple Program at www.58foundation.org.

Refuse and Yard Waste stickers to Increase Starting July 1, 2019 Starting July 1, 2019, the cost of a single refuse/yard waste sticker will increase to $3.08 (from $3.00). A sheet of 5 stickers will cost $15.40.

Residents utilizing refuse cart service will see an increase of between $0.48 and $0.60 per month depending on rented cart size, and those opting to use seasonal yard waste cart service will see an increases between $3.13 and $3.75 for the season (depending on cart size).

The increases are in accordance with the 2018 agreement between the Village of Lisle and Lakeshore Recycling Systems.

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DOWNERS GROVE ENJOY FREE LIVE MUSIC ON TUESDAY EVENINGS AT 7 P.M. from May 28 through August 20 at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, on Grove Street just west of Main Street. Food, wine and beer* will be available for purchase starting at 6 p.m. each week. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, outside food, outside non-alcoholic beverages.

Dogs must be leashed at all times. Leashes must be no more than six feet in length.

No outside alcoholic beverages allowed.

June 4- Spoken Four (Pop) June 11- Kaleidoscope Eyes (Acoustic Beatles) June 18- Mason Rivers- (Country) June 25- Feel Good Party Band (Party hits from the 60 until today) July 2- Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band (Jimmy Buffett) July 9- Mellencougar (John Mellencamp) July 16- Semple (Pop) July 23- Piano Man (Elton John/Billy Joel) July 30- Hillbilly Rockstarz (Country) August 6- Dancing Queen (ABBA) August 13- Fool House (90s hits) August 20- The SyingRays (Rock and roll oldies) JUNE - SEPTEMBER 14 (SATURDAYS) LISLE FRENCH MARKET. 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Prairie Walk Pond, Garfield Avenue just north of Burlington. With an abundance of local farmers, food and artisan vendors in each location, visitors will enjoy a variety of goods in these openair markets that encourage community to gather, socialize and support small business. Vendors change weekly, so each market is a unique experience. Free parking is available in the Garfield Parking Lot, Main Street and the Commuter Parking Lots off of Burlington Avenue.

There is no admission charge, so bring the whole family and friendly pets on a leash are welcome. Diverse offerings include: Artisan crafts, Baked goods, Cheeses, Food, Fresh produce, Home accessories, Jewelry, Knife sharpening, Meats, Olive oils, Pet products and much more.

JUNE - OCTOBER 19 (SATURDAYS) DOWNERS GROVE DOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE MARKET. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove Main Street Train Station in the south parking lot off Burlington Avenue. On a typical Saturday you’ll find everything you need to prepare your weekend and weekly meals. Decorate your dinner table or home with fresh cut flowers or potted orchids. If you’re in the mood to shop for yourself or for gifts for others there are a variety of craft vendors. For more information, visit www.ymcachicago.org/indianboundary/ pages/special-events.

WOODRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM. Sponsored by the Northern IL Food Bank and the West Suburban Community Pantry. Mondays and Thursdays, June 3 through August 8. Library Story & Craft, 11:30 a.m. – Noon. Lunch, Noon – 1 p.m. Location: Woodridge Library, 2nd Floor. The goal of this lunch program is to support local students and families throughout the summer with the opportunity to have a healthy meal, and for families to learn about pantry support services, as well as library services, resources and programs. Northern IL Food Bank supplies a healthy box lunch, similar to a school lunch, for children. The West Suburban Community Pantry offers a peanut butter and jelly sandwich option for the children and any adult caregivers attending.

‘RETIREES’ FROM PAGE 3 very missed.”

DISTRICT 58 EMPLOYEES RETIRING DURING THE 2018-19 SCHOOL YEAR: Lea Fazzini, Herrick resource teacher, 33 years- “Over the years I’ve heard that District 58 was a family,” Fazzini said. “Over the years, I have experienced that.”

Marla Gilbert, Kingsley BEST Program teacher, 32 years- “When

you find something that you love and you’re passionate about that you can do you’re whole adult life, it’s not work,” Gilbert said.

Betsy Matson, Belle Aire fifth grade teacher, 32 years- I truly thank all of you, it’s been a wonderful career,” Matson said.

Georganne Law, District curriculum secretary, 28 years- “I loved it so much and loved what everybody did, so I thought how could I not be apart of it,” Law said.

Todd McDaniel, Henry Puffer principal, 25 years- “It’s been a really fun and rewarding time, and I will miss it,” McDaniel said.

Judy Kindermann, District technology technician, 22 years- “I really love helping the kids,” Kindermann said.

Ingrid Foster, Indian Trail instructional assistant, 21 years Elise Harris, Fairmount secretary, 20 years- “This district is just fantastic, so I thank you,” Harris

said.

Janet Weiner, El Sierra secretary, 20 years- “I could not have asked for a better job,” Weiner said.

Adrianne Schaffer, Kingsley instructional assistant, 19 years Pat Vikidel, Kingsley instructional assistant, 18 years Julie Straub, Henry Puffer instructional assistant, 17 years- “I loved working with everyone, so thank you,” Straub said.

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Joliet Slammers’ infielder Riley Krane lives in a trailer at DuPage Medical Group Field

BY MARK GREGORY Editorial Director

@Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com In America, the average commute for someone to get to work is 26 minutes.

Joliet Slammers infielder Riley Krane found a way to shave off 25-and-a-half minutes off that average.

That is because Krane lives at the ballpark.

Nestled in a parking lot on the first base side of DuPage Medical Group Field among the cars of the team management and the visiting umpires is a chrome and red trailer backed into a spot just off of Jefferson Street that Krane calls home.

“I have been in the league and have been in the apartments and the host families and that is all great, but I know myself and I like my own space and like doing my own thing, so I was like lets do this,” he said. “It has been great so far. If we have a 7:45 bus, I wake up at 7:35 and life is good.”

While he knew he wanted to live

on his own this season, he wasn’t planning on living at the ballpark.

“The Slammers have been great.

I didn’t even propose to stay here,” Krane said. “I was asking about camp sights near by or somewhere I could stay and they recommended that I stay at the stadium and I was on board for that. It has been fun. The guys come by and we hang out there in the parking lot. If you are playing ball, why not live here.”

Krane has been in the Frontier League for a couple years and is in his first season with the Slammers after being traded from the Windy City ThunderBolts in December.

This season, he is second on the team in average, hitting .270 for Joliet in a team-high 122 at bats in 31 games. He has team-best 33 hits, five doubles, two home runs, a teamleading 11 RBI and 13 runs scored.

Krane, a native of Evergreen, Colorado, played his college baseball at Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas, where he started 165 of his 172 games for the Ichabods and posted a .325 career batting average with 156 runs scored, 25 home runs, 139 runs

PHOTO BY MARK GREGORY

First-year Slammer Riley Krane lives in a trailer in the parking lot of DuPage Medical Group Field. batted in and 30 stolen bases.

Krane led Washburn in batting average (.315), runs (45), hits (63), home runs (13), RBIs (51) and slugging percentage (.595) his senior season. Krane ranks sixth in WU history in hits (219) and is among the top 10 in several other career categories.

He is enjoying his first season in Joliet with the Slammers — the defending Frontier League Champions.

“The energy is getting there. This is a new year and new team and it always takes some time to see what kind of a team you are going to be, but I think we have a good connec-

tion,” Krane said of his team. “When I was signed by Windy City, my first game in the league was here and (Slammers manager Jeff) Isom was the first guy I met in the league and I love playing for him and this group of guys is a great clubhouse and this is a great stadium.”

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DAVE SAYS

Don’t Fake Being Poor to Fraud Financial Aid DAVE SAYS By Dave Ramsey

DEAR DAVE, I was recently offered an opportunity to participate in a hands-on stock trading class. The problem is we don’t have the $6,500 registration fee just lying around. My husband and I are on Baby Step 4 of your plan, so what would you think about us borrowing that amount from our emergency fund? We would still have three months of expenses set aside after paying for the class.

CAMILLE

@DaveRamsey daveramsey.com

a little money from time to time, but it’s not the main focus of their investment strategy. To hear them, it’s like listening to fishing stories. They’re always talking about the one that got away.

I wouldn’t waste my money on the course, Camille—especially my emergency fund money. Your emergency fund is for, say it with me, emergencies only.

DAVE wealthy as a result. Buying and selling single stocks is an ultra-high-risk proposition. That’s why I don’t buy any single stocks.

Now, I know some people, who buy and sell single stocks as a very small percentage of their financial world. It’s almost like a hobby for them. A couple might actually make

* Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored seven best-selling books, including The Total Money Makeover. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 16 million listeners each week on 600 radio stations and multiple digital platforms. Follow Dave on the web at daveramsey.com and on Twitter at @DaveRamsey.

DEAR CAMILLE, I don’t know the exact course you’re talking about but I do know something about the concept of buying and selling stocks or day trading, if you want to call it that. I can tell you all the research shows 78 to 84 percent of day traders lose money.

And 100 percent think they won’t be the ones losing out. That includes people, who take courses like the one you mentioned.

I have found no data points, which show, on a consistent level across a broad population, that people who take a course like that become “THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1540, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W18-1015. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-OPT1;

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Plaintiff, vs.

Richard C. Lachowski; Defendants.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) Christopher J. Irk (6300084) Thomas J. Cassady (6307705) Cory J. Harris (6319221) David A. Drescher (6301378) Amanda Rubel Portes (6297441) Tracey M. Coons (6311050) Laurence J. Goldstein (0999318)(of counsel) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1540 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Atty. No. 21567 W18-1015 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I3123364

18 CH 838 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, James Mendrick, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on July 16, 2019, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 6320 Clark Drive, Woodridge, IL 60517 PIN: 08-23-105-013 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept.,

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LEGAL LISTINGS REAL ESTATE

“THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-OPT1; Plaintiff, vs.

Richard C. Lachowski; Defendants.

18 CH 838 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, James Mendrick, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on July 16, 2019, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: LOT 20 IN BLOCK 5 IN WINSTON HILLS UNIT NO 1 BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 14 AND 23 TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 20 1963 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R63-42591 IN DUPAGE COUNTY ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 6320 Clark Drive, Woodridge, IL 60517 PIN: 08-23-105-013 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1540, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W18-1015. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) Christopher J. Irk (6300084) Thomas J. Cassady (6307705) Cory J. Harris (6319221) David A. Drescher (6301378) Amanda Rubel Portes (6297441) Tracey M. Coons (6311050) Laurence J. Goldstein (0999318)(of counsel) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1540 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Atty. No. 21567 W18-1015 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I3123364 Published 6/12, 6/19, 6/26

STAY I NFO R MED W I TH LEG A L LI STI NG S WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2019 | BUGLENEWSPAPERS.COM ‘BRIEFS’ FROM PAGE 3

Curious to know more about Lisle’s water quality?

The Water Quality Report is prepared to inform you, the consumer, about the quality of the water the Village provides on a daily basis. The report covers the period between January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018.

Check out the latest completed water quality report on the village website.

4th of July Celebration Sponsored by Westmont Auto Mile “We want to thank the Westmont Auto Mile for their continued support for our annual 4th of July event,” said Mayor Ron Gunter. “Our Independence Day Celebration and other events would not be possible without their generous commitment to the village.” The Westmont Auto Mile consists of several Westmont car dealerships that contribute annually towards the success of events such as the 4th of July, Holly Days, and more.

The event, co-hosted by the Westmont Park District and the Village of Westmont, will be held at Ty Warner Park starting at 4 p.m. and concluding with fireworks, which typically begin at 9:30 p.m.

On Thursday, July 4, be sure to bring the family to Ty Warner Park for food, games, beer, live music, free birthday cake, and one of the best fireworks presentations in all of Chicagoland.

Following is this year’s schedule: • 4th OF JULY CELEBRATION AT TY WARNER PARK • Thursday, July 4, 2019 • 4:00-9:00 p.m. - Food Vendors Open • 4:00-5:30 p.m. - FREE Kids Krafts • 4:00-7:30 p.m. - Petting Zoo • 4:00-8:00 p.m. - Face Painting (nominal fee) • 5:00-7:30 p.m. - Walk-around Entertainment • 5:30-6:30 p.m. - FREE Kids Games & Relays (ages 4-12) • 5:30-6:15 p.m. - Barnyard Bingo • 5:00-7:30 p.m. - Balloon Sculptors • 5:45 p.m. - FREE cake while supplies last!

• 6:30 p.m. - 4th of July Patriotic Outfits Contest • * Little Mr. & Miss Firecracker Award (ages 6-8) • * Little Mr. & Miss Sparkler (ages 2-5) • * Newest Newborn Award (1 and under) • * Uncle Sam’s Family Award • (you must register at Gazebo to be eligible for award drawings) • 7:00 p.m. - FREE Watermelon Eating Contest • 7:30 - 9:15 p.m. - Grand Ave Big Band (Traditional Big Band Music) • 9:30 p.m.

Fireworks Spectacular!

For directions, search - Ty Warner Park, Blackhawk Drive, Westmont.

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West Chicago man found guilty of Sexual Abuse of Minor Verdict stems from allegations that from March 24, 2018 through March 31, 2018, Miki sexually abused his victim on two occasions DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin announced June 14 that a West Chicago man has been found guilty of sexually abusing a seventeen-year-old girl whom he coached in a private athletic club.

Jon Miki, 51 (d.o.b. 4/21/1968) of 2551 Havens Drive, appeared in court today where, following a bench trial, Judge Jeffrey MacKay found him guilty of two counts of Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse, a Class 2 Felony.

The June 14 verdict stems from allegations that from March 24, 2018 through March 31, 2018, Miki sexually abused his victim on two occasions at his home in West Chicago.

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Village Board Approves Land Purchase During June 6 Regular Village Board Meeting The Village Board approved the purchase of vacant land, located at the northern end of the former Wilton Property during the June 6, 2019 Regular Board Meeting. The purchase price for the approx. 12.69 acres was $3,375,000.00 and funded through the Village’s cash reserves. The Village has identified this parcel as an ideal location for future Village facilities needs due to its central location within Woodridge and its close proximity to the existing municipal campus. A video of the board meeting, including public comment, and consideration of the agenda item can be found online.

Celebrate the ‘Glorious Fourth’ June 27 at Kline Creek Farm

The girl’s parents grew suspicious of her relationship with Miki and contacted authorities. On December 12, 2018, Miki appeared in Bond Court where bond was set at $75,000 with 10% to apply. On December 14, 2018, Miki posted the necessary 10%, or $7,500, and was released from custody.

“This afternoon, Judge MacKay found Jon Miki guilty of using his position of trust and authority over a seventeen-year-old girl to satisfy his sexual desires,” Berlin said. “Not only did Mr. Miki abuse his victim, he also abused the trust placed in him by the victim’s parents as well as the athletic community in which he was involved.

I would like to thank the Kane County and DuPage County Children’s Centers for their work on the case. I would also like to thank Assistant State’s Attorneys Alexandria Levan and Bridget Carlson for their efforts that led to today’s guilty verdict.”

Miki’s next court appearance is scheduled for August 1, 2019 for sentencing.

Enjoy Independence Day the 1890s way at “The Glorious Fourth” on Thursday, June 27 from 2 to 8 p.m. at Kline Creek Farm, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s living history farm at 1N600 County Farm Road in West Chicago.

“Independence Day is our oldest national holiday. From 1776 to the present day, July 4th is remembered as the birth of American independence,” said Keith McClow, District heritage education manager. “Start your celebration early with a full day of fun and pomp at Kline Creek.”

Visitors of all ages are invited to experience the excitement by playing hoops and graces and other 1890s outdoor games, touring the historic farmhouse, joining a casual game of 1887 baseball, making patriotic crafts, churning ice cream for an ice cream social, and watching celebratory model hot-air balloon launches.

At 6 p.m. costumed interpreters will present a Fourth of July ceremony featuring patriotic songs and a reading of the Declaration of Independence followed by an ice cream social at 7 p.m. Admission to “The Glorious Fourth” is free.

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