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The Comprehensive Master Plan is expected to guide park district investments, improvements and programming decisions over the next five years and beyond. Residents of all ages are encouraged to participate, including those who do not regularly use park district facilities or programs. #blueisland #parkdistrict #developing

Preston, D-Chicago, said the town hall will provide an opportunity to update constituents on his work during the legislative session while hearing directly from residents about their priorities. #townhall #fishfry #16thdistrict

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Residents, families, community organizations and other stakeholders are invited to attend the free session, regardless of whether they currently participate in Park District programs. #blueisland #park #community

With the state's $2 million investment, Second Story Ranch can begin construction on the facilities needed to serve men recovering from addiction while preparing them for employment and independent living. I truly believe this program will become one of Illinois' premier recovery models because of the leadership, vision and compassion behind it. This investment is about changing lives and strengthening families throughout our region. #patrickjoyce #oped #july

"This law will provide municipalities with the flexibility to address the needs of its communities and support local projects," Joyce said. "I would like to applaud the collaboration between my office and local Bourbonnais officials that led to this bill being signed into law." #municipalities #patrickjoyce #senatebill

The criminal case stemmed from allegations that Prichard battered Tuhowski. During the trial, Tuhowski testified regarding the alleged incident. At the conclusion of the proceedings on July 17, the court found that prosecutors had not proven the case beyond a reasonable doubt and entered a verdict of not guilty. #palatinetownship #gop #trial

"This is a great step forward for our local coroners," Joyce said in a statement. "Coroners and medical examiners are key members of our investigative system and deserved to be taken care of." #patrickjoyce #mentalhealth #senatebill

According to Degnen, documenting those costs now will position Cook County to seek reimbursement for taxpayer-funded expenses incurred during the immigration enforcement effort. #reimbursement #immigration #cookcounty

"Repeatedly, Republican legislators tout community investments, despite voting against them," Democratic Party of Illinois spokesperson Gwen Pepin said. "It's difficult to justify why an elected official would try to block funds to fire departments and first responders—the very people who help keep their constituents safe." #funding #republicans #firstresponder