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Safety measures take center stage in District 161’s fall reopening discussions
Flossmoor School District 161 knows it will be returning to in-person learning this fall. The question is how to do that as safely as possible. Superintendent Dana Smith said guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has directly influenced the district’s reopening plan. But he told the board[Read More…]
Homewood moves toward updating zoning code after 19 years
A public workshop Thursday was one of the first steps toward overhauling the Homewood zoning code. It hasn’t been updated in nearly 20 years. Representatives from urban planning firm Houseal Lavigne spoke to the village’s planning and zoning commission and residents about the structure and timetable of the update. The[Read More…]
7/23/2021 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
MEET FLOSSMOOR POLICE – Connect over coffee and casual conversations about community issues that matter most to you when Flossmoor Police officers host a chat session, at the outdoor seating area on Sterling Avenue in Downtown Flossmoor. 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday SD 153 PARENTS – Homewood School District 153 invites[Read More…]
Flossmoor and partners announce Chamber Night event
A new event is coming to Flossmoor in August. Chamber Night calls on community members to come together and enjoy live music and a night in downtown Flossmoor. The event scheduled for Aug.18 kicks off at 5 p.m. and will feature an hour of dining at downtown Flossmoor’s restaurants, which[Read More…]
District 161 planning $60K in emergency playground repairs
In the face of labor and supply shortages that have complicated Flossmoor High School District 161’s need to replace several of its playgrounds, staff is aiming to complete roughly $60,000 in repairs “immediately” until the bigger picture can be tackled in the summer of 2022. Associate Superintendent Fran LaBella presented[Read More…]
7/22/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
ZONING WORKSHOP – Residents can offer comment at a meeting of the Homewood Planning and Zoning Commission that will discuss potential updates to several longtime zoning codes. You may also submit written comments via email to [email protected] or by placing them in the drop box outside Village Hall. See a[Read More…]
South Suburbs for Greenspace to hold rally for environmental justice Thursday, public meeting on Monday
South Suburbs for Greenspace (SSG, formerly South Suburbs for Greenspace over Concrete) will hold a rally at 6:30 p.m. Thursday advocating for the creation of a local environmental justice commission. The “Don’t Zone Us Out” rally will take place at Homewood village hall, 2020 Chestnut Road. The rally will occur[Read More…]
Homewood revisits zoning codes, seeks residents’ input
The village of Homewood is reviewing and revising its zoning code and is inviting public participation in the process. The current code was enacted in 2002. The process, which began in June, is expected to take about 18 months to complete. The revision will be managed by consulting firm Houseal Lavigne &[Read More…]
7/21/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
A FEEL GOOD TIME – In the next installment of the Starry Nights Concert Series, head to Irwin Park tomorrow for FeelGood Party Band. The group’s website promises “party jamz from ’60s to current.” 7:30 p.m. Thursday MEDS AND SHREDS – Bring unwanted sensitive documents and prescription drugs to a[Read More…]
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