The Doings Weekly

Burr Ridge honors veterans with Armed Forces tribute

Thu, 24 May 2012 03:11:30 -0500

While the monument outside Burr Ridge Village Hall stands in constant tribute to those who have lost their lives serving their country, the ceremony held there Saturday was to honor living soldiers, as well. “We honor men and women of all services,” said Leonard Ruzak, chairman of Burr Ridge’s Veterans Memorial Committee. “Memorial Day honors those who have died. Armed Forces Day is for all of those who have fought and are still fighting.” He said the committee, which spent nine years raising the $300,000 needed to build Burr Ridge’s memorial, was just as careful in its decision of make …

School leaders react over treasurer’s office

Thu, 24 May 2012 14:14:01 -0500

Superintendent Tim Kilrea of Lyons Township High School District 204 said he is monitoring the situation at the Lyons Township School Treasurer’s Office and has no concerns with how the office has handled the high school’s payroll or investments. “I think it’s an internal issue and a transparency issue that has been raised,” Kilrea said. Superintendent Warren Shillingburg of La Grange Elementary District 102 said Treasurer Robert Healy’s pay-out is a policy matter for the Lyons Township Trustees of Schools Board to work out. “It’s a policy issue they need to really look at, either to fix or clarify,” Shillingburg …

Lyons Township school treasurer’s office president resigns

Thu, 24 May 2012 17:17:41 -0500

The president of the board overseeing the Lyons Township School Treasurer’s Office has resigned to allow for an independent investigation of a $100,000 cash-out of benefits by Treasurer Robert Healy. Edward Maloney of La Grange said he wanted to step aside after serving as president of the Lyons Township Trustees of Schools Board since 2004. The board oversees Healy’s office, which invests funds and manages payroll for 13 school districts and educational cooperatives in La Grange, Western Springs and Burr Ridge, as well as other towns. “I didn’t want to be involved in the hiring process,” said Maloney, a Democratic …

Chicago Sun-Times owner Wrapports buys the Reader

Thu, 24 May 2012 15:08:36 -0500

The owners of the Chicago Sun-Times said Wednesday that they have acquired the Chicago Reader, bringing an enduring part of the alternative press under the same corporate umbrella as daily and weekly papers that span the Chicago region.

First cases of 2012 West Nile reported in the area

Wed, 23 May 2012 10:45:57 -0500

The West Nile virus has been detected in birds and mosquitoes in several western suburbs for the first time this year, state health officials announced Tuesday. The virus was found in towns including Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, and Norridge.

Man killed in four-car crash on Tri-State Tollway

Tue, 22 May 2012 21:50:55 -0500

A man was killed in a four-vehicle crash on the Tri-State Tollway near west suburban Oak Brook Tuesday morning.

Study says Chicago traffic congestion actually got better

Tue, 22 May 2012 17:50:34 -0500

Drivers in the Chicago area were stuck in traffic an average of 36 hours in 2011, 12 fewer than the 48 wasted in traffic in 2010, according to INRIX, a company that studies traffic patterns.

District 86 approves building bids

Tue, 22 May 2012 17:46:00 -0500

Among other action Monday night, the Hinsdale District 86 School Board: Accepted a bid package totaling $297,000 from Bennett & Brosseau for roofing and sheet metal work at Hinsdale Central and South high schools this summer. Accepted a bid package totaling $644,000 from Anning Johnson for drywall and ceiling work at Hinsdale Central and South high schools this summer. Accepted a three-year lease agreement with American Capital Financial Services in the amount of $386,483.48 for 415 computers, pending approval by the district’s attorney. …

Alum keeps ties with South through foundation

Thu, 24 May 2012 03:11:51 -0500

Mary Lindquist stepped out of the doors of Hinsdale South High School as a member of the school’s first graduating class 44 years ago. But she’s never really left. As co-vice president of the Hinsdale South Foundation, Lindquist remains dedicated to her alma mater. Lindquist, whose own children have graduated from the Darien school, joined the foundation’s board soon after its inception in 1998. “I’ve been on it ever since,” said Lindquist, who has come to be known as the resident historian, among other things. As a board member, she helps not only to raise money, but also to keep …

Lyons Township High School

Tue, 22 May 2012 14:38:01 -0500

Among other business May 21, board members: Reviewed a school climate survey of students, parents and staff administered in October and January, which found high levels of approval for many school practices. Results suggested the need for improvement in communication efforts, individualized instruction and reducing the level of stress associated with academics. Welcomed Western Springs junior Alexandra Blaze as the student representative to the board for 2012-2013, replacing Western Springs senior Alivia Sabatino, who graduates on June 3. Heard a report from the LT Citizens Advisory Council on various learning opportunities, including the school’s radio and TV stations, as well …

Burr Ridge Police Blotter for May 22

Thu, 24 May 2012 03:14:02 -0500

The following incidents were listed among the reports of the Burr Ridge Police Department. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt. Only a court of law can make that determination. BURR RIDGE BURGLARY A laptop computer, an iPhone and two iPods were taken from an unlocked car parked in a driveway on the 1100 block of Woodview between 6:30 p.m. Saturday and 11:32 a.m. on Sunday. Flooring intended for use as an athletic court was stolen from a home under construction on the 6400 block of St. James Court. The theft was reported at …

Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills Memorial Day activities planned

Thu, 24 May 2012 03:17:46 -0500

Hinsdale’s annual Memorial Day procession is scheduled for 10 am. Monday, kicking off at First and Garfield streets. The procession, which includes the Hinsdale Central band and several youth organizations, is scheduled to last about 30 minutes and conclude at Memorial Hall, 19 E. Chicago Ave., said Joseph Craig of Hinsdale American Legion Post 250. After the procession, a 45-minute ceremony will be conducted at Memorial Hall, which will include the reading of names of those posted on the Memorial Wall, a tribute to Hinsdale residents who have been killed in action. Craig said village presidents from Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, …

Get down and dirty with Burr Ridge Park District wetlands classes

Thu, 24 May 2012 03:12:04 -0500

Being a kid is a dirty business. That is, if it’s done right. Children 4 to 8 years old are invited to spend Tuesday evenings this summer in the wetlands of Harvester Park, where they’ll catch frogs, watch for birds and even examine animal poop, all in the name of good, clean fun. “You might get messy,” said Sherry Stednitz, who teaches the Wetland Classes. With the exception of July 3, these outdoor exploration classes are held weekly from June 12 through Aug. 7 in the recently restored wetlands behind the Burr Ridge Community Center. Each week, children will explore …

District 86 plans out summer projects

Thu, 24 May 2012 03:19:12 -0500

Planned summer improvements at Hinsdale Central and South are designed to improve traffic flow and student drop off at each school’s entrance, create larger science classrooms at Hinsdale Central and beautify both campuses. The Hinsdale District 86 School Board previewed summer improvements at both campuses Monday night. Project architects Michael Dolter and Rick Young of Perkins+Will showed off artist renderings of what each school will look like when students and staff return this fall. Hinsdale Central’s new science labs will expand and include moveable lab equipment. The four classrooms now have fixed furniture, which staff believed failed to maximize each …

Property Transfers

Tue, 22 May 2012 20:39:03 -0500

Information is provided by Record Information Services, P.O. Box 894, Elburn IL 60119; phone (630) 557-1000; fax (630) 557-1001. HINSDALE 804 Cleveland Road: North Star Trust Co Trustee to Francis P Morrissey Melanie A Morrissey, $1,640,000, April 13 1002 Chanticleer Lane: Brent Scarboro to Enoch R Davis Jr Darlene D Davis, $183,000, April 9 117 Maumell St.: Miller Trust to Peter D B Kline Sherri S Kline, $295,000, April 10 LA GRANGE 1001 S Brainard Ave.: Steider Trust to Mary Lin Muscolino, $405,000, April 17 1012 S Ashland Ave.: Daniel T Redding to Shawn T Pawula Magdalena Pawula, $353,000, April …

Burr Ridge man charged with battery, robbery

Thu, 24 May 2012 03:14:09 -0500

An 18-year-old from Burr Ridge is charged with aggravated battery, armed robbery and attempted armed robbery in connection with alleged attacks May 13 on two men in Villa Park. Nicholas Sanchez, 7248 Giddings, Burr Ridge, and Jeremy Rush, 20, of Addison, are each held on $350,000 bail for their alleged roles in the attacks. The DuPage County State’s Attorney announced the charges Wednesday. According to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s office, Rush and Sanchez were driving in a vehicle near Ardmore and Division when they approached the first victim as he walked home after finishing work. The pair allegedly exited …