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The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Department is offering martial arts classes this fall. The first session of fall classes began last week at the Community Recreation Building. The classes are scheduled to take place outside of the building in nearby Lions Park, but they were moved inside last week because of inclement weather. Master Tony Perkins, in cooperation with Eagle Academy of Martial Arts, employs his 25 years of teaching experience to create a safe, fun and enriching experience for children of all ages. Perkins is pictured with 10-year-old Max Hylton during one of last week’s classes. Participants learn the dynamic punches and kicks of the Korean art of Tang Soo Do, along with the practical self-defense applications of Hapkido. Classes are designed to instill confidence, promote self-discipline and improve physical fitness and concentration of students at any ability level. The next session of classes, from Nov. 30 to Feb. 22, is open for registration. Classes are available for participants from age 4 to adult. For more information, call 630-834-8525, or visit invillapark.com.

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County reports first 2020 human case of West Nile Virus The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) is reporting the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in DuPage County for 2020.

A Darien resident in her 40s recently became ill and is recovering.

This is the first confirmed human case of WNV reported to date in Illinois in 2020.

WNV is transmitted to people by infected mosquitoes. Approximately one in five people who are infected with WNV will develop symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, or

rash. Less than one percent will develop a serious neurologic illness such as encephalitis or meningitis (inflammation of the brain or surrounding tissues).

“We know people are spending more time outdoors to physically distance due to COVID-19, so please protect yourself and your family from mosquitoes and West Nile virus,” said Karen Ayala, Health Department Executive Director.

The best way to prevent WNV is to avoid mosquito bites and follow the Four Ds of Defense: • Drain: Drain those items that collect standing water around your home, yard or business. Scrub and refill pet water dishes and bird baths regularly.

Hospital’s ’Walk to Remember’ to be held virtually on Oct. 10

According to Elmhurst-Edward Health, SHARE’s 16th annual “A Walk to Remember” is going virtual. Participants are encouraged to walk their chosen route on or around Oct 10. The event includes an online memorial service on Oct. 10 featuring music, poetry and a reading of baby names, as well as photos of walk participants submitted via email and in the exclusive Facebook group.

Participants are also invited to create their own web page to share their personal journey and ask for supporters. T-shirts will be available for pre-order when registering. Participants will pick-up a packet with program information prior to the event that includes the Facebook Live link.

Registration is due immediately if you would like your baby’s name read during the event. To register, visit EEHealth.org/walktoremember.

For more about SHARE, visit EEHealth.org/SHAREResource SHARE, which is celebrating its 31st anniversary in 2020, is a support group available at Edward and Elmhurst Hospitals for those who have experienced a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or neonatal death.

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627-7010 Fax: SHARE support groups are available via WebEx627-7027 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. on the first, second and fourth Tuesday of each month.

Sharing HOPE (Having Optimistic Pregnancy Expectations) also meets via WebEx, from 8 to 9:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. Sharing HOPE is a support group for couples who have experienced a loss and are pregnant or considering pregnancy.

• Defend: Use an insect repellent containing DEET when outdoors and reapply according to directions.

• Dress: Wear long pants, long sleeves and closed-toe shoes when outside to cover the skin.

• Dusk to Dawn: Wear repellent outdoors during these prime times for mosquito activity.

Residents should check the Personal Protection Index (PPI) on the DuPage County Health Department’s website for the current WNV activity.

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September is National Recovery Month, and the DuPage County Heroin/Opioid Prevention and Education (HOPE) Taskforce is pleased to announce the availability of grant funds to address opioid overdose response and treatment and recovery. Grants between $10,000 and $50,000 each are available for local government and community organizations to fight the opioid crisis in DuPage County.

“Fighting the opioid epidemic is as critical as ever for our community, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Greg Hart, HOPE Task Force co-chair. “It will take the dedication and ingenuity of our entire county to continue to make progress.

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looking for similarly creative proposals to reduce the impact of the opioid crisis, particularly given the unique challenges facing community members as a result of COVID-19.”

Grant submissions must be received by the HOPE Taskforce no later than 12 noon, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020. Grant recipients will be notified in late December 2020.

The grant funding is made possible by the DuPage County Board, which has agreed to provide $100,000 annually to support the work of the HOPE Taskforce.

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“Those include reduction of stress and anxiety, improved mood, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, lower body fat, improved bone density, increased flexibility and coordination and enriched relationships with family and friends.”

The Take a Hike! Challenge web page includes an interactive map highlighting popular trails in the

western suburbs and beyond to help you find the perfect trail for your ability level and location.

Participants who post photos from their hikes on Facebook or Instagram (posting instructions provided on the landing page) will be entered into a weekly raffle for outdoor games.

For more information, check eehealth.org/healthy-driven/take-ahike/.

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September is National Suicide Prevention Month. This comes at a particularly crucial time as ongoing social distancing has increased the dangers of isolation for a large number of community members.

Accordingly, building awareness about risk signs for suicide and providing education about resources available is more important than ever.

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We are looking for local organizations to assist the HOPE Taskforce in its efforts to address opioid use disorder in DuPage County by providing ideas on where and how we should allocate our financial resources.”

Proposals must serve DuPage County residents and address one of two HOPE Taskforce Framework priorities: increase overdose response and provide integrated mental health, and substance use disorder treatment and recovery.

“We have been impressed by the work of organizations previously funded by the Taskforce, including national recognition,” said Dr. Lanny Wilson, HOPE Task Force co-chair. “We are

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and park districts, also have the PPI widget posted to their homepages.

WNV activity generally decreases in the fall.

The Health Department monitors WNV activity by collecting and testing mosquitoes in traps located throughout the county. WNV activity generally decreases in the fall when cooler temperatures arrive and especially after the first frost of the season.

More information on WNV is available at dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/ west-nile-virus.

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The PPI ranges in risk level from zero-to-three, with zero being no activity and three announcing multiple human cases of WNV in DuPage County. The current level is 2: “High numbers of infected mosquitoes in most areas, at least one confirmed human case,” Ayala said.

The PPI is updated every Wednesday at 3 p.m. throughout the WNV season by the Health Department’s vector-borne disease surveillance experts. Many community partners including townships, municipalities

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Talking about DATE death or suicide, seeking methods for self harm, such as searching online or obtaining a gun, or talking about feelings of hopeless or having no reason to live.

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If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, or are feeling overwhelmed and alone, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK or the DuPage Crisis Hotline (630) 627-1700 and take the first-step in working toward wellness. All calls received by the Health Department through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, as well as the Crisis Hotline are answered by clinical staff who are trained in crisis intervention and have the skills to aid callers in distress. The Crisis Text Line serves anyone in any type of crisis, and provides access to free, 24/7 support and information. Crisis Text Line, text REACH to 741741

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Villa Park resident Caitlin Obituaries Brennan named a Semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program

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Willowbrook High School senior Caitlin Brennan of Villa Park has been named as a Semifinalist in the 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) recently announced the names of Brennan and about 16,000 other Semifinalists, who have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $30 million that will be offered this spring. To be considered for a Merit Scholarship® award, Semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the Finalist level of the competition.

According to the NMSC, about 90 percent of the Semifinalists are expected to attain Finalist standing, and about half of the Finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar® title.

More than 1.5 million juniors in about 21,000 high schools entered the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2019 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/ NMSQT®), which served as an initial screen of program entrants. The nationwide pool of Semifinalists, representing less than 1 percent of U.S. high school seniors, includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state. The number of Semifinalists in a state is proportional to the state’s percentage of the national total of graduating seniors.

To become a Finalist, the Semifinalist and his or her high school must submit a detailed scholarship application, in which they provide information about the Semifinal-

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Ofelia I. “Faye” La Porta, 81 Ofelia I. “Faye” La Porta, nee Munoz, of Villa Park, passed away recently at the age of 81. Former wife of the late Ronald J. Sr. Loving mother of Elizabeth La Porta, Thomas La Porta and the late Ronald J. Jr. La Porta. Cherished grandmother of Annabella Marie and Luca La Porta. Fond sister of Celia (late Gerald) Okhuysen, Larry Munoz, Jerry (Mary) Adriano, the late Delia Martinez. Aunt and great aunt of many.

Visitation and funeral services were private. In lieu of flowers, memorial Masses to St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, 330 N. Westmore Ave, Villa Park, would be appreciated.

Arrangements by Steuerle Funeral Home 630-832-4161.

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Caitlin Brennan, a Villa Park resident and senior at Willowbrook High School, has been named as a Semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Brennan and the approximately 16,000 other Semifinalists are able to continue in the competition for about 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth over $30 million. Those scholarships will be offered in the spring of 2021.

ist’s academic record, participation in school and community activities, demonstrated leadership abilities, employment and honors and awards received.

A Semifinalist must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by a high school official and write an essay.

Village holds fall edition of Spring Sweep on Saturday

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Villa Park’s Community Pride Commission is joining the Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission to hold the second Villa Park Spring Sweep (Fall Edition) recycling and shredding drop-off event from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 19.

This year’s event was moved from the spring to this month because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The drive-through Spring Sweep will take place on Home Avenue, near Villa Park Village Hall. Traffic will enter from Harvard Avenue, heading north, and exit onto Ardmore Avenue. Entrance onto Harvard from St. Charles Road will be prohibited during the event.

Participants will recycle from the safety of their vehicles by driving to each station. Volunteers will collect and remove items from vehicles for disposal. Masks are required. Attendees are asked to remain in their vehicles at all times. Please load all items into your vehicle’s trunk or

hatchback, if possible.

The event is free to Villa Park residents, but a fee will apply for residents who drop off paint for recycling. While non-residents are welcome, they will have to pay additional fees for document shredding ($10) and electronics recycling ($20), in addition to the paint recycling fees.

Accepted items include adult bikes, hardcover and paperback books, used clothing and shoes, small appliances in working order, full and discharged fire extinguishers, old and faded American flags, eyeglasses, paint, computers, monitors, printers, digital cameras and cell phones.

The document shredding offers a limit of three banker boxes per household.

No stains, solvents, cleaning products or pesticides will be accepted.

For more information, or to volunteer for the event, send an email to the village’s pride commission at pride@invillapark.com.

John Christopher Smith, 55 John Christopher Smith, of Villa Park, passed away at home on Aug. 18, 2020, at the age of 55. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and was raised in St. Louis, Mo., by his parents, Joan Ann (Boswell) Smith and John Walter Smith, Jr. He graduated from DeSmet Jesuit High School in St. Louis in 1983, and then attended St. Louis University.

Afterwards, he moved to Chicago, which became his home for more than 30 years. Chris enjoyed several different jobs in Chicago including finance and banking, but he especially enjoyed his retail position at Jewel Osco in Villa Park, where he became friends with many of his fellow employees and customers. Chris was a beloved son, brother, uncle, great-uncle, godfather, and friend.

He is survived by his brother and sister-in law, Alex and Jerri Smith, of Baltimore, Maryland; his sister and brother-in-law, Diane and Nick Georgieff, of St. Louis; his niece, two nephews, and numerous loving relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Chris was preceded in death by his beloved niece, Lisa Georgieff. A memorial service will be planned in the future. Interment will be private. Condolences may be made at Caring Cremations, Chicago. Memorial donations appreciated to: Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation, Elmhurst. Arrange-

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Dr. Thomas J. Rogers, 88 Longtime Villa Park dentist Longtime Elmhurst resident Dr. Thomas J. Rogers, DDS, was loved and prayed into the next life while surrounded by his cherished family on Sept. 2, 2020. He was 88. He was the dear husband of Barbara J. and the late Carol M. and the loving, much-admired father of Pattie (David Bolter), John (Barbara) and Lynn (Michael) Petrak. To say that he was proud of his grandchildren—Kevin, Samantha, Matthew, Christine, Katie, Jack and Annie—is an understatement; they were the light of his long, full life. He is also survived by his sister, Cornelia French Stagg of Savannah, Ga., and his nieces and nephew. Born and raised in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago, he was a proud graduate and longtime supporter of St. Ignatius College Prep (1950) and the University of Notre Dame (1954). After serving in the United States Army Dental Corps upon graduation from Loyola Dental School, he practiced dentistry in Villa Park for nearly 40 years and lived with his family in Elmhurst for 45 years. Former member (and regular reunion organizer) of the Elmhurst Jaycees, the Chicago Dental Society and the Immaculate Conception High School Parents Club, among several other organizations. Whether you knew him as “Doc,” Honey, Tommy Joe, Daddio, Papa or Bumpa, you understood that he was a man guided by faith, principle, generosity and skill, from fixing a crown to building a dock at his beloved summer home on Hamlin Lake in Ludington, Mich.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a memorial service will be held at a later time to accommodate his many friends and loved ones. In his honor, you can pray the Hail Mary, hum the Notre Dame Fight Song, or toast to “Health, Happiness, Love and Peace” with a vodka gimlet on the rocks with lots of ice. Those wishing to make a contribution in his memory are encouraged to donate to IC Catholic Prep, Attn: Development Office, 217 S. Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst, IL 60126; or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105-9959. Arrangements provided by Gibbons Funeral Home. Info: gibbonsfuneralhome.com

Trinity Lutheran Church offers prayer group and support group for veterans and first-responders

Meetings held each Wednesday, beginning Sept. 23

Trinity Lutheran Church, located at 300 S. Ardmore Ave., Villa Park, invites veterans and their families, along with first-responders, to its prayer group, called Growing in Prayer.

Each Wednesday, beginning on Sept. 23, the prayer group will meet at the church at 6:30 p.m. At 7 p.m., the church will offer meetings of a support group called Operation Barnabas.

The meetings will feature Dr. Stephen Boudro, a veteran from the Vietnam War. Coffee will be provided. In addition to meeting Dr. Boudro, participants will meet Danya Vanzura-Rogers, the wife of Trinity Lutheran Pastor Rob Rogers. Mrs. Rogers is a Navy mom who understands the stresses of having a child serve in the military.

I have a few friends who teach at public schools. They all work hard, and work long hours during the school year. I asked each of them if it’s more difficult for them doing online learning that actually being in class. Each of them told me they would rather be teaching in class. Keep this in mind as school districts around here continue with remote learning only. *** This is Villa Park calling. I want to thank the gentleman who paid for my corn at Jewel on Friday afternoon. It’s nice to know there are still kind, wonderful people out there. Thank you.

*** Hello everybody in Lombard and Villa Park. I like the idea of two Sudokus but really, two advanced Sudokus?

Why don’t you satisfy people and give one easy and one advanced? That way you’ll keep everybody happy. Thanks.

Bye. *** When just about everything was shut down in April and May due to COVID-19, I kept hearing from Mr. Pritzker, health experts and so on that these shutdowns were necessary so that the health care system wouldn’t be overwhelmed. It’s now September.

Hospitals aren’t anywhere close to being overwhelmed in Illinois, but now the narrative has changed. Now it’s all about the number of positive cases per day. As we move into the winter months, I’m sure the narrative will change again. *** I heard a law enforcement officer on TV talk about the recent deaths of black individuals, and he pointed out while the police actions were wrong, the individuals themselves share some of the responsibility. He was not victim-shaming, but rather noted how these individuals were either resisting arrest or behaving suspiciously enough that the officers were put in a no-win situation. I agree with the caller last week who said officers need more de-escalation training, but darn it, if you are being stopped, just cooperate until it can all be sorted out. Oh, and by the way, that law enforcement officer on TV is black. *** I have noticed that the city of Atlanta and many residents have organized to fight back against the drag racing that has plagued the city all summer.

I would like to know why DuPage County and the police do not do similar actions nor are there similar protests against the high-speed racing in and around DuPage County. People with

Willowbrook senior Sarah Fairbank named 88’s Best for August Willowbrook High School senior Sarah Fairbank of Villa Park was recently honored as her school’s recipient of the 88’s Best award for the month of August. Fairbank was recognized during the District 88 Board of Education’s virtual meeting on Aug. 24.

District 88’s board and administration created the 88’s Best award to honor students for their achievements in and out of the classroom. The award recognizes nine students at each of District 88’s two schools— Willowbrook and Addison Trail—each school year.

Fairbank has consistently pursued the most rigorous courses offered at Willowbrook. When she graduates, she will have completed 15 Advanced Placement (AP)/college-level courses, along with a multitude of honors courses. As a result of her academic success, Fairbank has maintained an academic rank within the 99th percentile of Willowbrook’s Class of 2021.

Fairbank has been named to the Distinction Honor Roll in each semester of her time at Willowbrook. She is a National AP Scholar and an AP Scholar with Distinction. She’s also an inductee of the National Honor Society, the National English Honor Society, Math Honor Society, World Language Honor Society and Willowbrook’s social studies honor society—Civitas. Fairbank serves as co-president of the Thespian Honor Society.

Beyond the classroom, Fairbank commits her time and talents to a variety of activities at Willowbrook. She is a member of the school’s math team (where she is a state qualifier) and has competed for the school’s Econ Challenge, Mock Trial and Scholastic Bowl teams.

Fairbank is also part of the Theatre Leadership Team and the Principal Leadership Team.

Fairbank has served as an assistant stage manager and supported lighting and sound for theatrical productions at Willowbrook.

During her free periods, she finds time to serve as a tech assistant to troubleshoot and repair Chromebooks and other devices.

Outside of Willowbrook, Fairbank volunteers as a math tutor for elementary school students. She also works in a variety of capacities for the Villa Park Parks and Recreation Department. She started working as a soccer referee for the youth soccer program, and was quickly recognized as a confident, capable and reliable worker. Over the last three years, Fairbank has worked as a site supervisor for adult pickleball, women’s volleyball, youth basketball and youth soccer. She has also worked as a pool ambassador at Jefferson Pool.

Fairbank’s plans for the future include applying to the University of Notre Dame, Hillsdale College, Princeton University, Johns Hopkins University and Franciscan University of Steubenville. She intends to pursue a double major in history and math, with plans to become a high school teacher.

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Altering your muffler to make it loud is illegal; apparently not prosecuted or fined in DuPage County. *** One thing the Democrats are good at is dictating. They’re good dictators. *** While you’re considering Pritzker’s fair tax proposal, remember this: Over 50 years ago we were told we only had to pay to use the tollway until it was paid for. That day has never come.

With cable we were told, pay for it and you’ll have commercial-free TV. We used to have one or two commercials per break. We now have 10 commercials with each break. Thank you. *** I see you Democrats picked Kamala Harris, the attack dog of the Democrats. Bye. *** I’d like to pose this question to all the liberals and the Democratic people. When it comes to voting, why is it you’re afraid to go out and vote and cast your ballot, yet you can go stand in line at the Department of Motor Vehicles where it’s three blocks long, around the corner, not even 6 feet apart, not even wearing masks. Answer me that. *** Watching the news, we see the teachers complaining about the coronavirus. Every couple of years we hear the teachers complaining they don’t make enough money It’s about time for teachers to be put in their place because we’re tired of hearing it. Schools are closed. 7-Eleven is open, essential workers. Schools are closed. Stores are open for food. Essential workers.

Schools are closed. Essential workers working at gas stations. Essential workers working at tire shops. Essentials are doing a lot while the schools are closed. A lot of these people make a lot less money than a teacher does.

You don’t see them complaining on TV that they have to work. Yet, you see these teachers complaining. It’s getting really tiresome. Stop complaining; go to work. *** Barack Obama was president for eight years and has been out of office almost four. After George Floyd’s senseless and tragic death, I noticed he was calling on mayors across the country to review policies on the use of force in police departments and make other reforms to fight racism. Systemic racism and police brutality were going on when Barack Obama was president.

Remember Eric Garner and Michael Brown? They were killed while in police custody during the Obama administration, long before anyone ever heard of George Floyd. Where was Obama, and where were the social justice warriors back then? You would think that if anyone could have effectively led the fight against systemic racism and police brutality, it would have been the first African American president. He had the bully pulpit for eight years, but did nothing. Obama has always talked a good game, just like his vice president. *** Start Seeing Motorcycles. I see them, all right. I see some of them on expressways weaving between cars and going upwards of 90 mph when the speed limit is 60 or 65. They’re driving recklessly and blatantly ignoring posted speed limits, but we’re supposed to watch out for them. Where’s the responsibility on their end?

DuPage County Health Department reports 544 deaths related to COVID-19 STAFF REPORT

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Sarah Fairbank, a Villa Park resident and a senior at Willowbrook High School, was recently named her school’s recipient of the 88’s Best award for the month of August. The District 88 Board of Education honored Fairbank at its virtual meeting on Aug. 24. Fairbank holds an academic rank within the top 1 percent of Willowbrook’s Class of 2021. In addition to being an academic standout, Fairbank is involved in numerous extracurricular activities at school. She also works for the Villa Park Parks and Recreation Department and volunteers as a math tutor for elementary school students. Fairbank, who will apply to several universities, plans to become a high school teacher.

The DuPage County Health Department’s daily update on Sept. 13 reported 15,997 confirmed cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus in county residents, including 544 deaths.

The update from six days earlier— Sept. 7—reported 539 deaths related to COVID-19 in DuPage County.

The Sept. 7 update also noted 15,337 confirmed cases of the coronavirus.

While there were 600-plus additional cases in the county from Sept. 7 to Sept. 13, the health department reports there were 28 COVID-19 related hospitalizations in DuPage County during the first 13 days of September.

The health department notes that its figures are provisional and subject to change.

As of Sept. 13, the county health department reported 461 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Villa Park residents, including six deaths.

According to the county health department, the first COVID-19 related death in DuPage County took place on March 19. There were 14 deaths related to the coronavirus in DuPage County during March. There were 195 COVID-19 related deaths in the county in April, and another 195 deaths related to COVID-19 in May. There were 84 DuPage County deaths related to the coronavirus in June (one June death was added in the update of Sept. 12), and 34 COVID-19 related

deaths in the county during July. As of Sept. 13, the health department reported 17 COVID-19 related deaths in DuPage County during August.

Through the first 13 days of September, the health department reported five COVID-19 related deaths in the county to account for the total of 544 deaths related to the coronavirus.

As of Sept. 11, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reported that nearly 80 percent (428) of the COVID-19 related deaths in DuPage County involved residents of longterm care facilities.

The IDPH’s daily update from Sept. 13 reported there have been 8,309 deaths related to COVID-19 in Illinois. As of Sept. 11, more than half of those deaths—4,515—involved residents of long-term care facilities.

The IDPH’s daily update from Sept. 13 stated there have been over 261,000 confirmed cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus in Illinois— an increase of over 10,000 cases since the update on Sept. 7. As of Sept. 13, there had been more than 4.7 million tests for the virus performed in the state—a rise of over 300,000 tests since the Sept. 7 report.

According to the IDPH, there are about 6,400 total deaths in DuPage County per year. The IDPH reports that in 2018, there were 6,444 deaths in the county, an average of 537 per month.

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Police Reports Area police departments recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims.

Juveniles age 17 or younger are not named.

Addison Sept. 10 Ottoniel Carrillo, 21, of Addison, was charged with DUI, illegal transportation of open alcohol by the driver, failure to yield to an emergency vehicle, improper turn at an intersection, no valid driver’s license and

failure to signal when required near with a false name and date of birth Addison and Oak at around 7:05 p.m. in the 700 block of Lake at around 10:46 p.m.

Sept. 9 Police said an officer responded to Sept. 3 the Cook County Jail to transfer and Police said Michael L. Llerena, process Todd R. Casey, 34, of Whea- 37, of Addison, had an original warton, on an original warrant out of rant out of the DuPage County Sherthe Addison Police Department for iff’s Department for unlawful posunlawful possession of a controlled session of a controlled substance in substance and DUI. the 600 block of DuPage at around 7:32 p.m.

Sept. 6 Domonic C. Weaver, 25, of AdCarlos M. Ortiz, 60, of Addison, dison, was charged with theft at 3 was charged with DUI, driving while Friendship Plaza at around 2:58 p.m. license revoked, illegal transporta- Police said Weaver removed a packtion of open alcohol by driver, im- age from the Addison Police Departproper lane usage, failure to signal ment Lobby belonging to the Village when required and obstructing iden- of Addison without permission or tification after he provided officers authority.

Villa Park Sept. 7 Juan C. Jacinto-Ramos, 28, of Addison, was charged with violation of an order of protection in the 500 block of Marie Court at around 10:54 p.m. Police said Jacinto-Ramos vio-

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Preventing waste of taxpayer dollars A message from Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi

I wanted to give you an update on my work to prevent waste of taxpayer dollars especially in regard to contracts negotiated by members of this Administration.

As I’ve detailed previously, the Trump Administration renegotiated a contract with Philips Respironics to procure life-saving ventilator machines at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.

Unfortunately, the Administration made the mistake of allowing repeated delays in delivery of these machines and accepted the first price put forth by the supplier instead of attempting to negotiate a better one, wasting more than $500 million in taxpayer dollars as a result.

Fortunately, through my work on the House Oversight Subcommittee on Economic and Consumer policy, we’ve been able to save the American taxpayer more than $400 million by compelling the Department of Health and Human Services to terminate that contract.

But we are continuing to investigate how it was negotiated in the first place and what further we can do to prevent such questionable contracts in the future.

As it turns out, the lead negotia-

tor on the wasteful ventilator contract was President Trump’s Trade Advisor Peter Navarro. Given Navarro’s poor performance on these negotiations with Philips Respironics, I am concerned about all other pandemic-related contracts in which he played a role.

Therefore, I wrote to the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services requesting that he hand over all pandemic-related contracts in which Peter Navarro was involved. And I also asked that Navarro be barred from negotiating any more contracts moving forward until we can get a better understanding of what went wrong. Through my position as Chair of the Oversight Subcommittee on Economic and Consumer Policy I also called on Mr. Navarro to come in for a hearing on Sept. 16 to explain what happened.

I am hopeful that Mr. Navarro will accept the invitation to testify, and I hope we can get to the bottom of what may have gone wrong with the Philips ventilator contract.

While it is certainly important to quickly provide the American people with the tools and technology they need to fight against this pandemic, we must also ensure that

such purchases are made in the best interest of the American taxpayer and don’t include waste, fraud, or abuse.

Ensuring safe, effective distribution of any Coronavirus vaccine Recently, I also joined with Oversight and Reform Committee Chairwoman Carolyn B. Maloney and the Chairman of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis James E. Clyburn, to send a letter to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) requesting information on the federal government’s plans to deploy a coronavirus vaccine.

While it is imperative that a coronavirus vaccine is developed and sent to market as quickly as possible, we must also work to ensure that the first vaccine doses are administered to the people who need them most. We must also ensure that systems are in place to monitor its safety and effectiveness.

To that end, Representatives Maloney, Clyburn, and I outlined three key difficulties and considerations that HHS and other responsible federal officials must address.

These difficulties include the lo-

gistical challenges of distributing hundreds of millions of doses of a vaccine, the challenge of achieving fairness and equity in who gets the vaccine and in what order, and the challenge of monitoring the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine on an ongoing basis.

All of this is necessary to ensure not only that a coronavirus vaccine is safe and effective, but also that the American people can put their trust in it. After all, we will never be able to achieve herd immunity if large portions of our population refuse to be inoculated. Therefore, it is imperative that in developing and distributing any coronavirus vaccine, we do so in a way that evokes trust and confidence in its

efficacy, safety, and proper distribution.

My office and I are here to help I want to thank you for continuing to stay vigilant and engaged during these difficult times and remind you to please contact my office if you have any questions or concerns by calling (847) 4131959, emailing me at IL08.helpline@mail.house.gov, or sending a message through my website at krishnamoorthi.house.gov/contact/ email.

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This new Center of Town luxury home’s location puts you within walking distance to everything! Over 4,800 sf with its finished basement - exercise room, rec room, custom bar and wine room! Gracious 10 ft first floor ceilings welcome you to

This new Center of Town luxury home’s location puts you within walking distance to everything!

Over 4,800 sf with its finished basement exercise room, rec room, custom bar and wine room! Gracious 10 ft first floor ceilings welcome you to this impressive home with HWF’s & extensive trim & ceiling detail throughout, 5 beds, 4.5 baths, 2.5 car garage, custom kitchen w/ highend SS appliances open to family rm, master suite w/ spa bath, designer plumbing/lighting fixtures, surround sound + more! Equipped with all the bells and whistles - backup generator, central vac, security system, & irrigation system.

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What a View!

Open and airy 2 bed / 2 bath Condo featuring 11 foot floor to ceiling windows. Beautiful and spacious kitchen with granite tops, stainless appliances and backsplash & ample storage.

Master bedroom with large walk-in-closet, en-suite with double

1,295,000 FIRST OFFERING!

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Premier Location!

Premier Location!

Rare opportunity to own this updated & expanded brick Georgian that has been lovingly looked after for over 45 years.

Enjoy the quiet single tree-lined block of S Lawndale from your front porch, yet close to all Elmhurst has to offer in this $589,000 NEW PRICE!

Rare opportunity to own this updated & expanded brick Georgian that has been lovingly looked after for over 45 years. Enjoy the quiet single tree-lined block of S Lawndale from your front porch, yet close to all Elmhurst has to offer in this center of town location - shops, restaurants, train. This 3 bed / 2.1 bath home boasts flexible living & entertainment options w/ a great floor plan perfect for today’s owner- Living room w/ gas fireplace, separate dining room, large Great room w/ expanded ceilings & exposed brick accent wall, family room/office w/ walls of windows. Large eatin kitchen w/ solid wood cabinets, SS appliances, backsplash & granite tops, wine fridge & wet bar. $589,000

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610 S. Linden, Elmhurst

610 S. Linden, Elmhurst

Amazing opportunity to work with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders. Steps from award winning Jefferson Elementary and the IL Prairie Path, in one of Elmhurst’s hottest neighborhoods. This generous plan offers ceiling detail

This oversized split level with sub basement offers over 3,000sf of finished living space. 4 beds / 2.5 baths - master suite with walk-in closet and updated master bath. Completely remodeled in 2017 with a new roof, windows, mechanicals, $619,000

This oversized split level with sub basement offers over 3,000sf of finished living space.

4 beds / 2.5 baths - master suite with walkin closet and updated master bath.

Completely remodeled in 2017 with a new roof, windows, mechanicals, top of the line finishes, fenced yard with lots of mature trees, paver patio and storage shed.

Oversized 2 car attached garage with epoxy flooring and circle drive. Beautiful hardwood floors, white kitchen with massive seating island, separate dining room, living room fireplace, and walkout family room. Laundry and tons and storage in the basement. $619,000

Amazing opportunity to work with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders. Steps from award winning Jefferson Elementary and the IL Prairie Path, in one of Elmhurst’s hottest neighborhoods. This generous plan offers ceiling detail throughout, exquisite millwork, a large mudroom, 1st floor office, huge kitchen with 2-tier island for prep sink/area and separate eating space. Open family room with gas fireplace overlooks 160’ deep yard. Superb from the curb with covered front porch and patio in the rear. Too many other details to list! Builder is also willing to build to suit at different price points. $1,250,000

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Open and airy 2 bed / 2 bath Condo featuring 11 foot floor to ceiling windows. Beautiful and spacious kitchen with granite tops, stainless appliances and backsplash & ample storage.

Master bedroom with large walk-in-closet, ensuite with double vanity sink and large soaking tub. In-unit laundry. Steps to everything in this vibrant Fulton Market / West Loop localeRestaurants, Bars, Mariano’s, Whole Foods, Jewel, CTA, Metra, easy highway access & much more. Well-managed building with Doorman, Fitness Center, Dog Run & Bike Storage. Indoor heated garage is included. Unwind on your private balcony with picturesque Skyline views. $439,900

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Generate positive cash flow from Day 1 with built-in tenant! This updated 3 bed / 2.1 bath townhome in well-maintained Lancaster Square is a smart add to your portfolio.

Main level features open floor plan with hardwood floors, spacious living area & large eat-in kitchen with island and stainless appliances leading to balcony. On the 2nd level you will find the master bedroom ensuite with walk-in-closet, two additional bedrooms / home office, full bathroom and conveniently located laundry. Cozy lower level family room with gas fireplace and attached 2 car garage. $269,900

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Sprawling Brick Ranch

Set on a 75’ wide lot with nearly 3,500sf of finished living space. Updated inside and out - white painted brick exterior, new Pella windows, new insulated garage door, new soffit/ fascia/gutters with leaf guards, and in-ground pool with new $599,900

FIRST OFFERING! Sprawling Brick Ranch Set on a 75’ wide lot with nearly 3,500sf of finished living space. Updated inside and out - white painted brick exterior, new Pella windows, new insulated garage door, new soffit/fascia/gutters with leaf guards, and in-ground pool with new liner and new pool equipment. New hardwood floors throughout the main living area, freshly painted, vaulted family room with skylights and new stacked stone double sided fireplace to large living room. 3 bedrooms with 2 remodeled bathrooms. Master suite with attached master bathroom, double closets and built ins. Separate formal dining room, updated kitchen with newer stainless-steel appliances and granite counters overlooking entertainer’s dream backyard. Large patio overlooking professionally landscaped and fenced yard with large storage shed for all your pool toys. Huge, fully finished basement with large rec room, 4th bedroom, and large laundry room with storage. Crawlspace under family room for additional storage. $599,900

This MacDougall Split Level has 4 finished levels with nearly 3,600sf of finished living space. Well-cared by this 2nd owner, this home is a great family home with 4-5 bedrooms, oversized rooms, an eat-in kitchen, master suite with master

This MacDougall Split Level has 4 finished levels with nearly 3,600sf of finished living space. Wellcared by this 2nd owner, this home is a great family home with 4-5 bedrooms, oversized rooms, an eat-in kitchen, master suite with master bath, family room with stone fireplace, home office, a finished basement with tons of storage, attached 2.5 car garage, large laundry room, back deck and huge backyard. Walkable to Jefferson school with bus service to Bryan JRHS and York HS. Also, 3 blocks from the IL Prairie Path. Updates include AC, Hot Water Heater, Furnace, and Tear off Roof. $550,000

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Classic Red Brick Bungalow

Classic Red Brick Bungalow

Steps to Lincoln School, York HS & Prairie Path and Spring Road Business’, Features include: intricate moldings, arched doorways, gorgeous HW floors, Newer Maple Kitchen w/ Granite CT’s, NEW SS appliances. Awesome Addition w/ $484,900

Steps to Lincoln School, York HS & Prairie Path and Spring Road Business’, Features include: intricate moldings, arched doorways, gorgeous HW floors, Newer Maple Kitchen w/ Granite CT’s, NEW SS appliances. Awesome Addition w/ multiuse/over-sized/custom ISLAND that will be the HUB of the Home all of which is surrounded by the view of your incredibly private backyard. 1st floor offers an in-law/ arrangement w/ Full Bath & Bedroom. Functional Office & Formal Dining and Living Rooms round out the 1st floor. 2nd Floor has 4 spacious Bedrooms w/ a Full Bathroom.

Basement has HUGE Rec Room w/lots of storage! $484,900

Renovated Ranch

Renovated Ranch

Updated ranch located in South Elmhurst. Beautifully renovated modern kitchen with SS appliances. Counter seating in kitchen. 3 bedrooms on main level. Master bedroom with private bath. Newer windows, hardwood floors in living

Endless possibilities and potential to build your dream home on this oversized 100x125 lot close to City Centre, restaurants and Metra. Convenient access to all major transportation routes. Top-rated Field Elementary school. Well built 2 bed / 2 $315,000

Endless possibilities and potential to build your dream home on this oversized 100x125 lot close to City Centre, restaurants and Metra.

Convenient access to all major transportation routes. Top-rated Field Elementary school. Well built 2 bed / 2 bath / 1765 sq ft brick and stone Ranch home is currently on property. Flexicore basement ceiling. Rehab, add on, or build new. As-Is Sale. Value in the land. $315,000

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Beautifully renovated modern kitchen with SS appliances. Counter seating in kitchen. 3 bedrooms on main level. Master bedroom with private bath. Newer windows, hardwood floors in living room, dining room and first floor bedrooms. Wood burning fireplace in family room. New AC in 2019.

New Washer and Dryer 2018. Finished basement with 4th bedroom and large rec room. Awesome lot size! Fenced in yard!

Walk to grade school and junior high in minutes. This home is a MUST SEE!! $455,000

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Double Wide Lot For Sale

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Attention Builders! Great corner lot 75 x 125. Located close to Shopping, Schools, Restaurants. Home on property is a tear down. Call for details. $324,900

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LEGAL NOTICE/PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Meeting of the Community Development Commission of the Village of Bensenville, DuPage and Cook Counties, will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at 6:30 P.M., at which a Public Hearing will be held to review case No. 2020 - 15 to consider a request for: Variation, Minimum Rear Setback Municipal Code Section 10 – 6 – 8 – 1 Variation, Garage Location Municipal Code Section 10 – 7 – 4C – 9.a.2 at 810 E. George Street in the R – 2 Single-Unit Dwelling District. The Public Hearing will be held in the Village Board Room at Village Hall, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville.

The Legal Description is as follows: LOT 2 IN SCHNEIDER RESUBDIVISION BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 34 IN BLOCK 3 IN BENSENVILLE FARMS, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 9, 1994, AS DOCUMENT R94-107254, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 0324-406-079 Commonly known as 810 E. George

Street, Bensenville, IL 60106.

Joseph East of 810 E. George Street, Bensenville, IL 60106 is the owner and Scott Sanda of 4023 Woodland Avenue, Western Springs, IL 60558 is the applicant for the subject property.

Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any public meeting held under the authority of the Village of Bensenville should contact the Village Clerk, Village of Bensenville, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville, IL 60106, (630) 766-8200, at least three (3) days in advance of the meeting.

Applicant’s application and supporting documentation may be examined by any interested parties in the office of the Community and Economic Development Department, Monday through Friday, in the Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106. All interested parties may attend and will be heard at the Public Hearing. Written comments will be accepted by the Community and Economic Development Department through October 6, 2020 until 5:00 P.M. Office of the Village Clerk Village of Bensenville (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Review Sept. 17, 2020) 381396

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The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park announces two virtual events in its acclaimed Date with History series, viewable online via Zoom. Both programs are free but require advance registration at FDMuseum.org.

Thursday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m.

An Evening Aboard the USS Missouri Educator Neil Yamamoto discusses the USS Missouri and the battleship’s role in World War II. The ship’s place in history was secured on September 2, 1945, as the site of Imperial Japan’s formal surrender to the allied powers, officially ending the war.

The speaker will share details of the surrender ceremony in Tokyo Bay and describe the “Mighty Mo’s” role throughout the latter part of WWII. The grandson of WWII American veterans, Mr. Yamamoto has served the USS Missouri Memorial Association in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for the past 13 years, as a guide, supervisor, and most recently as the ship’s Education Outreach Coordinator.

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Harriet Tubman and the Combahee River Raid Author and African American historian Edda Fields-Black will discuss Harriet Tubman’s Civil War service with the U.S. Army Department of the South and, as a commander, her role in helping free 756 slaves from Lowcountry rice plantations in the June 1863 Combahee River Raid. Tubman is best known as a “conductor” on the Underground Railroad. This lecture, worth two PD credits for Illinois teachers, sheds new light on a mostly untold chapter in Tubman’s life. Dr. Fields-Black is an associate professor at Carnegie Mellon University in the Department of History.

The First Division Museum is currently open Wednesday through Sunday by reservation only. Morning and afternoon entry sessions are available.

To register and for more information, visit FDMuseum.org.

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A win for the Warriors

Willowbrook’s boys golf team earned a 153-182 victory over the Morton Mustangs in last week’s West Suburban Gold Conference dual meet at Sugar Creek Golf Course.

The Warriors improved to 2-0 in conference play and 2-2 overall with the Sept. 10 victory over Morton. Senior Andrew Rugg (above left) and junior Dominic Faillo (above

Willowbrook battles Lyons Township

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middle) led the Warriors to the win. Both players shot four-over-par rounds of 36 on the nine-hole course. Senior John Donovan (above right) provided a 40 for Willowbrook.

Sophomore Brett Vandergrift shot a 41. The Warriors were supposed to play in a threeteam meet on Saturday, but that event was rained out.

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Willowbrook’s girls golf team faced Lyons Township in last week’s West Suburban Conference dual meet at the Warriors’ home venue—Twin Lakes Golf Club in Westmont. The Lyons defeated Willowbrook 154 to 172 in the team competition. Junior Emma Rattana (left) led the Warriors with a round of 36 on the nine-hole, par-28 course. Sophomore Mickey Martens (right) fired a 43 for Willowbrook, while senior Maddie Hayes carded a 46. Sophomore Maddie Aderholt and junior Grace Hayes both shot rounds of 47 for the Warriors, while senior Kayla Raue-Lease posted a 50. Willowbrook was supposed to play in a four-team meet on Saturday, but that competition was canceled because

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DuPage County approves $300,000 for flu vaccines for uninsured residents The DuPage County Board has approved spending $300,000 to partner with the DuPage Health Coalition to provide an influenza vaccination program for uninsured residents.

The DuPage Health Coalition will develop the program and work with qualified healthcare providers to administer the flu vaccine program.

“As our fight against COVID-19 extends into the traditional flu season, we know preventing the spread of influenza will protect our residents and reduce the burden on our hospital systems. County support for this program makes it possible for us to provide flu vaccinations for residents without health insurance, including those who may have recently lost their jobs and health coverage during this difficult time,” said County Board member Sam Tornatore, who serves as the Health and Human Services Committee Chairman and President of the DuPage County Board of Public Health.

Funding for the program will come out of the $161 million the County received from the federal government through the Coronavirus Aid, Recovery, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).

Information about the flu vaccination program will be posted on the County’s website when it becomes available.

County allocates $7.6 million for COVID-19 community relief The DuPage County Board on Tuesday voted to allocate $7.6 million to townships, park districts, non-profit organizations and small businesses to provide DuPage residents relief from the impacts of COVID-19.

The County Board approved the following expenses, all of which are funded through federal dollars received through the Coronavirus Aid, Recovery, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act): • $2,025,000 allocated to nine townships to support local food pantries, to sanitize buildings and facilities, acquire personal protective equipment and technology, and to assist townships to meet social distancing requirements within their facilities • $1,563,588 allocated to 40 local nonprofits to purchase personal protective equipment, infor-

mation technology supplies, and reimburse other COVID-related costs • $1 million allocated to 38 park districts to reimburse for eligible expenses related to COVID-19 • $825,268 allocated to residential and behavioral health providers who have expanded services due to the conditions created by the pandemic The Board also approved $2,197,426 for 155 small businesses and independent contractors through the Reinvest DuPage program.

Reinvest DuPage is a grant relief program developed in partnership with Choose DuPage for small businesses and independent contractors impacted by COVID-19.

To date, the program has awarded 755 grants totaling $8,492,264.

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NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF AUDIT REPORT OF YORK TOWNSHIP York Township hereby provides public notice that an audit of its funds for the period April 1, 2019 through March 31, 2020 has been made, and that a report of such audit dated September 2019 performed by Lauterbach & Amen, LLP has been filed with the County Clerk of DuPage, in accordance with 30 ILCS 15/0.01 et seq. The full report of the audit is available for public inspection at Town Hall 1502 S. Meyers Rd., Lombard, IL 60148 during regular business hours 8:30 am- 4:30 pm Monday through Friday except for holidays.

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Elmhurst ..............................$254,500 HURRY! HURRY!

Lombard...............................$319,900 LOOK NO FURTHER Roomy ranch with 2 car attached garage sits on a cul-de-sac convenient to shopping and easy access to I-355 and I-88.

Open floor plan includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, galley kitchen with eating area, main level family room with wood burning fireplace plus full unfinished basement.

JOHN REEDY, SR.

630-629-0016

Elmhurst ..............................$323,000 IN THE HEART OF TOWN!

630-629-0016

3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch boasts recently upgraded, custom eat in kitchen with high end cabinetry, handsome backsplash, granite counters, under cabinet lighting and walks out to screened porch and large deck.

Awesome finished basement with rec area, sitting area, ample storage space and terrific laundry area. Detached 2 car brick garage.

TOM FOSNOT 630-629-0016

Lemont .................................$339,900 LIVE THE GOOD LIFE

Arlington Heights ..............$139,900 QUICK CLOSE POSSIBLE!

Hoffman Estates ................. $99,900 WHY PAY RENT

Affordable condo in great location close to shopping, Metra, library, parks and expressways. Beautiful main level with 2 bedrooms, remodeled bath, large kitchen and spacious living room with large glass sliding doors leading to concrete patio overlooking front yard.

FRANK FIOTI 630-629-0016

TINA JANOPOULOS

Over 1900 SF of living space in this 4 bedroom, 3 bath end unit towhhouse with main level family room, full basement and attached 2 car garage. Gas fireplace in living room, balcony off largest bedroom with en suite, breakfast bar plus separate eating area. Association fees inlcude lake rights to paddle boats, kayaks, canoes and paddle boards.

KIM ROZYCKI

Fantastic two story offers 3 bedrooms on main level with a private master suite upstairs complete with loft! Hardwood floors in living room, dining room and kitchen with island, granite counters and stainless appliances.

New stairs lead to recently remodeled basement with family room, rec room and bar.

New paver brick patio and attached 2 car garage.

JAN SWANSON 630-629-0016

SOLD

Rare, one bedroom, one bath condo with a den! Bright end unit with new blinds, ceiling fan, gas log fireplace in living room and French doors to den/office or guest room.

In unit laundry hook up, 1 space in attached garage. Elevator, exercise room and storage.

Easy walk to all downtown Elmhurst amenities and Metra.

KIM ROZYCKI

630-629-0016

when you can own this totally rehabbed condo? Kitchen with table space features new gray cabinets, stone countertops and new stainless appliances including dishwasher. Bathroom features new cabinet, stone counter, new lighting and flooring. New carpet in living room and bedroom with closet organizers. Freshly painted and quality workmanship throughout.

630-629-0016

VACANT LOTS Channahon..................................................................................................... $59,000 Fully improved corner lot in McKinley Woods situated in a prime location surrounded by quality homes and across the stree from a tot lot. 144x84x140x117 lot with electric and gas nearby, sewer and water to site. Minooka School District 200 and 111.

MARY REEDY O’CONNOR 630-629-0016 Glen Ellyn ............................$339,000 YOU FOUND IT!

Sprawling ranch offers convenient one level living! 3 bedrooms including master with walk in shower, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, screened porch and 2 car garage. Remodeled kitchen features white cabinets, hardwood floors, skylight, Corian counters and opens to eating area and family room. Formal dining room opens to living room with neutral décor.

THE SUE PEARCE TEAM

630-629-0016

Villa Park .............................$325,000 BE HAPPY HERE

Lombard...............................$349,900 IT’S A WINNER!

Sprawling 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath split level in great Willow Crest location offers 2200 SF of living space! Main level features spacious living room with bay window and gas fireplace, formal dining room that opens to family room and custom eat-in kitchen with high end Viking appliances. Lower level family room walks out to a nice space.

Meticulously maintained split level offers close to 2000 SF of living space! 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, large eat-in kitchen with glass sliding doors to deck and patio, formal dining room, lower level family room, 2 car garage and beautifully landscaped fence yard with shed. Great location near Madison Meadows Park.

TOM FOSNOT

FRANK FIOTI

630-629-0016

630-629-0016

CHOICE

SINCE

1928

Bensonville ..................................................................................................$150,000 Build it your way on this wooded lot in a quiet country like setting with easy access to highway system. Electric and gas nearby, septic system and well required. School District 205.

Call for details.

JOHN SIEBOLDS 630-629-0016

1928 - 2020

1136 S. Main Street, Lombard (630) 629-0016 YOUR

Lombard........................................................................................................$110,000 Experience all that Lombard has to offer with great schools, water park, shopping, dining and more when you build your dream home on this level, deep lot that’s 81x323x82x304. Utilities are nearby. School Districts 44 and 87.

PAM FORSBERG 630-629-0016

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POWER STEERING FLUSH

69.95

$

Expires 10/29/20

DISC BRAKES

Front Disc brake service for single piston American cars. Includes new disc pads, rotors resurfaced, wheel bearing repacked, new grease seals, fluid added as needed, system inspected and car road tested. *Rebuilt calipers & semi metallic pads extra.

MOST CARS

FUEL INJECTION

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89.00

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Expires 10/29/20

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89.95

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69.95

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Add $3 for disposal fee

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89.95

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referencing and compensating or adjusting thrust line, depending on alignment type, part and additional services extra if needed.

68.95

$

Punch-A-Deal

Most Cars. We’ll lubricate most car’s chassis, drain the old and install up to 5 quarts of new oil and new oil filter. Add $3 for disposal of oil and filter. See location for details.

69.95

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COMPUTERIZED 4-WHEEL ALIGNMENT Set caster, camber and toe to exact manufacturer’s specifications while

We’ll lubricate most car’s chassis, drain the old and install up to 5 quarts of new oil and new oil filter. Add $3 for disposal of oil and filter. Expires 10/29/20

Buy 4 Synthetic Blend oil changes for $119.80 get the 5th FREE!

We’ll flush your radiator and cooling system, check belts, hoses and water pump and re-fill system including 2 gallons of antifreeze/coolant

Expires 10/29/20

MOST CARS

PREFERRED CUSTOMER

FLUSH & FILL

BRAKE FLUID FLUSH

LUBE, OIL & FILTER

29.95

Special gaskets, filters extra if needed. Some cars/light trucks extra.

Limited Warranty 90 days or 4,000 miles, whichever first*

Add $3 for disposal fee Expires 10/29/20

SYNTHETIC BLEND

$

TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE Replace fluid, pan gasket and filter (if equipped).

ASE Certified • Domestic & Foreign

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109.95

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BATTERIES ON SALE NOW

Expires 10/29/20

MOST SUVS & TRUCKS

CUSTOM ALIGNMENT

129.95

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ROTATE & BALANCE WITH FREE BRAKE INSPECTION Expires 10/29/20

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST Expires 10/29/20

TIRES, SERVICE & MORE

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