A section on the west side of the Flossmoor Public Library is cordoned off while the village works to solve a small settling of the foundation. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle)
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The case of the Flossmoor Library sinkhole 

The Flossmoor Public Library has had a big section of the first floor closed off for the last year because of a sinkhole.

Village crews are working to find the cause and the best way to fix it. 

After examining the situation, the village has found a void of 11.5 inches between the foundation and flooring which is attributed to the building settling. 

Public Works Director John Brunke, said there is no specific pricing for…

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