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State rep, Habitat for Humanity host utility bill clinic

State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, and Habitat for Humanity of La Salle, Bureau and Putnam Counties are hosting the Citizen Utility Board’s utility bill clinic 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 717 Chambers St., Ottawa.

Bring copies of gas, electric and phone bills for a free one-on-one bill analysisby a Citizen Utility Board expert. Learn how to avoid scams, be energy efficient and understand utility policy.

RSVPs are required. Call the Citizen Utility Board at 312-263-4282, ext. 111, or email events@citizensutilityboard.org with the subject line "Ottawa 1/9."

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January 8, 2020 at 06:48AM

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Rep. Kifowit hosting information meeting on new state laws Jan. 16

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Area residents are invited to learn about new state laws going into effect at an information session hosted by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, on Thursday, Jan. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Aurora Public Library, located at 555 S. Eola Road in Aurora.

“This past year, we enacted a large number of new laws that will begin to affect our community starting in January,” said Kifowit. “This event will help inform residents about the new laws and touch on how residents can keep track of new bills as they go through the legislative process.”

Among the pieces of legislation Kifowit will highlight is a measure to protect students from being questioned or detained by school supervisors without the presence of their parent, guardian or mental health professional. She also passed a bill to streamline the process of the Secretary of State to issue drivers licenses or identification cards with the word “veteran” to qualified veterans and passed legislation to give voters the opportunity to choose an elected local library board.

Also at the event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn how to navigate and understand the Illinois General Assembly (ILGA) website so residents can track bills going through the legislative process and share their thoughts.

“Residents may have questions about how these new laws will impact them and their families,” said Kifowit. “This is an opportunity to ask questions, and the feedback I receive will assist me as I continue my work in Springfield.”

For more information about the event, or to RSVP, please contact Kifowit’s full-time constituent office at 630-585-1308 orRSVP@ILDistrict84.com.

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January 7, 2020 at 09:40PM

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Rep. Moeller: You’re Invited for Coffee and Conversation

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State Rep. Anna Moeller starts up her Coffee and Conversations meeting during the 2020 legislative session to talk with constituents.

By Cassie Calloway, Neighbor

Jan 6, 2020 8:26 pm CT |

Rep. Moeller: You're Invited for Coffee and Conversation

ELGIN — Got something on your mind about what’s going on in Springfield? Rep. Anna Moeller wants to hear about it.

The state representative for our area is inviting constituents to join her one Monday each month for the length of the legislative session for updates and discussion:

State Rep. Anna Moeller is inviting local residents and business owners to help her better advocate in Springfield this spring, over coffee.

Rep. Moeller, D-Elgin, has scheduled five Coffee and Conversations meetings during the 2020 spring legislative session. All of the meetings will run from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Blue Box Café, 176 E. Chicago St., in Elgin:
· Monday, Jan. 13
· Monday, February 10
· Monday, March 9
· Monday, April 13
· Monday, May 11

Each meeting will give Moeller a chance to update constituents on the issues being debated in Springfield as they develop, and let constituents share their perspective on state and local issues.

"I can best serve the 43rd House District and the people of Illinois when I am talking and meeting regularly with them, explaining our debates in Springfield and seeking their input on my positions on key issues," Moeller said. "I encourage everyone to join me for these lunch discussions at the Blue Box for a lively back and forth over coffee."

Questions? Contact Rep. Moeller’s district office at 847-841-7130 or staterepmoeller@gmail.com.

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State Rep. Gives Back for the Holidays

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The Holidays are best spent at home and with family, but what about those who don’t have that same luxury? Local legislators are doing their part to spread Christmas cheer.

During the Christmas and the holiday season, state Rep. Monica Bristow, joined fellow legislators, local leaders, and non-profit organizations to help give back to those in need across the Metro East and RiverBend Region.

Throughout the month of December, Bristow joined more than 50 other local groups in collecting toys and cleaning supplies for RiverBend Family Ministries’ Christmas Baskets. Parents were able to come and pick out toys for their kids and also receive a basket of cleaning supplies. Bristow also spent time volunteering for the Salvation Army.

During her holiday open house, Bristow collected socks for school board member Rosetta Brown’s Socks for Tots drive as well as participated in Lilly and Taylor Freer’s Cookies and Cocoa event to benefit the United Way’s Community Christmas.

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January 1, 2020 at 05:01AM

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State Rep. Maurice West II introduces resolution for student mental health

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Dec 30, 2019 at 5:06 PM Dec 30, 2019 at 5:06 PM

ROCKFORD — State Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, has introduced a resolution calling on Illinois schools to provide education to all students in grades 6-12 on how to identify, understand and respond to signs of addiction and mental illness.

West’s House Joint Resolution 95 outlines the prevalence of bullying, mental health disorders and substance use in schools and the fact that suicide is a leading cause of death among individuals ages 10-34.

For information: staterepwest.com.

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December 30, 2019 at 05:18PM

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Chat with state Rep. Edly-Allen Tuesday in Mundelein

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State Rep. Mary Edly-Allen will chat with interested constituents Tuesday morning at Tina G’s restaurant, 10 E. Park St. in Mundelein.

Edly-Allen, a Libertyville Democrat who represents the 51st District, will be available from 10 to 11 a.m.

Anyone can attend.

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November 1, 2019 at 11:03AM

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Bolingbrook resident to run for state representative in 85th District

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A Bolingbrook resident announced this week she is running for the state representative seat in the 85th District.

Dagmara Avelar, a 20-year Bolingbrook resident, said she’s running as a Democrat for the seat in light of the current representative’s announcement he’s running for the Illinois Senate, according to a news release.

State Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, has represented the district since his appointment in 2017. Last month, he announced his candidacy to run for state Sen. Pat McGuire’s seat in 2020.

Dagmara, who’s known by friends as “Dee,” said she’ll bring 12 years of experience “promoting the civic engagement of new Americans in the southwest suburbs and throughout the state.”

“Bolingbrook and this district embraced me and my family when I first moved here at the age of 12,” Avelar said. “I want to continue and strengthen that legacy for the next generation.”

Avelar is a 2005 graduate of Bolingbrook High School, earned her bachelor’s degree in justice studies from Northeastern Illinois University and is pursuing a master’s in urban planning and policy at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

The day after McGuire, D-Joliet, announced he would not run for reelection, Connor announced his candidacy.

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October 30, 2019 at 11:25AM

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Yingling to host seminar on health insurance

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ROUND LAKE BEACH – With the insurance marketplace open enrollment period starting Nov. 1,�state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, is welcoming the Illinois Department of Insurance to present a Get Covered seminar to provide valuable information on how to enroll for health care coverage. The seminar will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Round Lake Park District Building, 814 Hart Road in Round Lake.

For information, call Yingling’s District Office at 847-231-6262 or email�repsamyingling@gmail.com.

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October 29, 2019 at 10:43PM

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Bristow Serves as Principal for the Day at Alton Middle School

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ALTON – State Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, visited Alton Middle School on Monday to learn about the innovative ways they are working to educate students as part of the Principal for a Day program.

“I was impressed by the faculty and staff’s teamwork and dedication to creating a positive learning environment to encourage personal growth,” said Bristow. “Everyone in Alton Middle School, including administrators, teachers, aides, secretaries, and other staff all play a vital role in ensuring students receive the best education possible.”

Bristow visited Alton Middle School as part of the Principal for a Day Program with the Illinois Principals Association and was able to meet with a group of students involved in various activities including theater, sports, orchestra, and many other clubs. Bristow was also able to take a close look at classes designed to prepare students planning to attend college by teaching them goal setting and note-taking skills and was also able to observe robotics classes where students learn about mechanics and programming.

During the legislative session, Bristow supported several measures to assist rural schools attract highly skilled teachers and championed local schools by securing more than $3 million in new state funding for schools in her district.

“I want to thank the students, teachers, administrators, and staff of Alton Middle School for welcoming me to their school and showing me all of the amazing things happening in education here in Alton,” said Bristow. “I also want to thank all of the teachers and educators across the Riverbend for their tireless efforts to ensure the current and future success of our children.”

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