Monee Village Board Approves Pay Hikes
- Heard Public Works Trustee Douglas Hornets report that repairs to the Court Street bridge are underway, and the bridge is expected to be closed for approximately three-to-four weeks. Detour signs will be posted. “So proceed with caution on that,” Horne said.
- Heard Economic Development Trustee Michael Wilson congratulate Dunkin’ Donuts on the successful grand opening of its new stand-alone building on Monee-Manhattan Road.
- Heard Public Services Trustee Scott Youdris report that the village’s Law Enforcement Appreciation Day will be held on Saturday, May 20, from 11 a.m.to 3 p.m., at Fireman’s Park. “It’s a great day to come out and show your support for our police officers and get to know them,” he said.
- Approved a lease agreement with Lester Batterman for three parcels of vacant land to be used for growing and harvesting crops. The routine annual agreement is for $1 per parcel, from April through December, and Batterman will provide a certificate of liability/ insurance for $1 million.
- Heard a presentation from Homewood Disposal outlining the waste disposal services they provide. Village Administrator Ruben Bautista noted the village’s contract with the current provider ends in May.
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House Passes Rep. Haas’ Bill Addressing Childcare Shortage
Spread the loveHouse Bill 4059, filed by State Rep, Jackie Haas, recently passed the House with a unanimous vote of 104-0. “The passage of House Bill 4059 is the first step in addressing the critical shortage of licensed daycare providers in the State of Illinois,” said Rep. Haas. “This bill ensures the Department of Children…
Monee Honors EMA Members for President’s Volunteer Service Awards
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Eight Monee Emergency Management Agency members were honored last week as recipients of the President’s Volunteer Service Awards (PVSA). The PVSA is a national program that recognizes exceptional volunteers whose work makes real and sustainable differences in their communities. The program honors volunteers as young as five years of age,…
Rep. Haas Passes Bill Supporting Law Enforcement
Spread the loveRecently, House Bill 5174, filed by State Rep. Jackie Haas, passed the House floor with a unanimous vote of 108-0. “Today’s passage of House Bill 5174 is a huge win for law enforcement officers and school safety,” said Rep. Haas. “This bill will incentivize retired law enforcement officers to return to work as…
Poppin Plates Culinary Incubator Recognized as April Local Business Spotlight
Spread the loveFor April’s local business spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized Poppin Plates Culinary Incubator in Park Forest. Rep. Haas spent time touring the business and presented the owner with a certificate of appreciation for her contributions to the community. “I am honored to recognize Poppin Plates Culinary Incubator for my April Local Business…
Join Lightways Hospice/Serious Illness Care at Dino-mite 5K Family Fun Run
Spread the loveProceeds support pediatric care program Runners from across the region are invited to the 11th annual Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care 5K Family Fun Run on Saturday, June 1, at the New Lenox Commons, 1 Veterans Parkway in New Lenox. The event includes a 5K run for ages 14 and older and…
Monee Police Blotter: April 15 – 21
Spread the loveApril 15, at approximately 6:15 p.m., a traffic stop for no registration ended with Erin Hall, 31, of Monee, being placed under arrest for a Texas Warrant. Ms. Hall was wanted by Texas for violation of probation and possession of a controlled substance. Texas apparently believes that having drugs while you’re on probation…
Legion Post 392 Fish Fry
Spread the lovePeotone American Legion Post 392 will host its last of the season monthly all-you-can-eat fish fry, on Saturday, May 11, from 4:30 to 6:30p.m. or until sold out. Tickets are $15 for either perch or catfish and include French fries, cole slaw, bread, and butter. Don’t forget delicious desserts, from the Legion Auxiliary,…
Rep. Haas Co-Hosts Rx Drop-Off Event
Spread the loveIn conjunction with other community partners, State Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) is co-hosting a prescription drop-off event on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Northfield Square Mall East parking lot, 1600 N. State Rt. 50 in Bourbonnais. “I invite all District 79 area residents to come by and…
St. Agnes Students Raise Funds for Diaper Pantry
Spread the loveStudents at St. Agnes School in Chicago Heights raised $1,650 during their Lenten service project to purchase diapers for Franciscan Health Olympia Fields’ diaper pantry for new moms in need. The project, “For the Sake of New Life,” spanned two weeks during Lent, when students filled baby bottle banks with money they earned…
WCCHC Offering Primary Care Services in Monee
Spread the loveThe Will County Health Department and Community Health Center will begin offering primary care medical services at its Eastern Branch Office in Monee, 5601 W. Monee-Manhattan Road, beginning in April. Primary care services at the Eastern Branch office will be available from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., every Wednesday, effective immediately. Appointments are…
Monee Police Blotter: April 8 – 16
Spread the loveApril 8, at approximately 8:45 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 5800 block of Monee-Manhattan Road, to investigate an unwanted person. Upon the officer’s arrival, they spoke to the manager of the business, who said a male, who previously was told not to return because of past disturbances, showed up and…
Franciscan Health Outpatient Therapy Hosting Fall Prevention Seminar
Spread the loveFranciscan Health Outpatient Therapy is hosting a free fall prevention seminar in Frankfort in May. The event will feature Franciscan Health Doctor of Physical Therapy Ramil Reyes and Franciscan Health Physical Therapy Assistant Mohamed Rashad, who will discuss how aging impacts musculoskeletal and balance systems, share tips on how to maintain an active…
Join the Movement Against Sexual Violence: Clove Alliance Seeks Volunteers
Spread the loveClove Alliance, the leading organization dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual violence in the Kankakee region, is calling for community members to join its ranks as volunteers. The organization is gearing-up to provide comprehensive 40-hour Sexual Violence Crisis Intervention Training, commencing on April 29, at Clove Alliance’s main office, 1440 West Court Street…
Sisters Took an Eclipse Trip
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave The excitement over the solar eclipse was not lost on four Monee sisters, who drove to Indiana to experience it first-hand. Eliese “Lisa” Diercks, Christi Holston, Sheila Langenfeld and Nancy Langenfeld take what they have dubbed “The Sister Trip” every year, and this time decided it would be to French…
Angel’s Helping Hands Now an Alternative
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave The Crete Police Department and Crete-Monee School officials have joined forces with Angel’s Helping Hands to offer at-risk youth an alternative to school discipline or arrest. “Angel’s Helping Hands is a pilot diversion program tailored for at-risk youth,” CPD Chief Scott Pieritz explained. “We partnered with them through the Crete-Monee…
