Illinois Valley Times

At a recent meeting, the LaSalle County Highway Committee discussed Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) traffic counts.

LaSalle County Clerk's Office prepares for fall, spring elections

At a recent meeting, the LaSalle County Clerk's Office discussed preparations for the upcoming fall and spring elections.

LaSalle County Property Committee updated on repair, upgrade projects

At a recent meeting, the LaSalle County Property Committee (Courthouse, Jail, Parks, Memorial, Buildings and Grounds) received updates on several ongoing repair and upgrade projects.

LaSalle Emergency System Board updated on PSAP-ETSB merger

At a recent meeting, the LaSalle County Emergency Telephone System Board received an update on the ongoing consolidation of public safety answering points (PSAP) with the Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB).

Peru City Council renews contract with lobbyist

At a recent meeting, the Peru City Council voted to renew its contract with lobbyist Tim McAnarney for one year.

Peru Committee of Whole discusses Township High structural review results

At a recent meeting, the Peru Committee of the Whole discussed the results of a structural review of LaSalle Peru Township High School, which needs asbestos removed, as well as new boilers.

Sandwich Finance Committee reviews semi-monthly bills

At a recent meeting, the Sandwich Finance Committee reviewed semi-monthly bills.

Peru Public Services Committee discusses options to replace entrance billboards

At a recent meeting, the Peru Public Services Committee discussed options for replacing the deteriorating billboard signs at the entrances to the city.

Sandwich Committee of Whole discusses electroninc-trash collection

At a recent meeting, the Sandwich Committee of the Whole discussed an agreement that the city has with DC Trash concerning the collection of mixed electronics.

Peru Planning/Zoning Commission hears request for waivers, variances

The Peru Planning/Zoning Commission will hear a petitioner's request for waivers and variances at its next meeting 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 1901 Fourth St.

Marseilles City Council considers accepting settlement with flood victims

At a recent meeting, the Marseilles City Council considered an ordinance to authorize the mayor to settle litigation with flood victims.

Peru Safety Services Committee considers request to hire new police officer

At a recent meeting, the Peru Finance and Safety Services Committee considered a request to authorize a new police-officer hire.

Appointee to District 75 State House seat brings youth, energy, drive to table

By Kerry Goff | Jul 20, 2016

After interviewing eight applicants earlier this month, District 75 GOP officials said that they unanimously selected Grundy County Board Chairman David Welter, a Morris resident, to take over as the district's state representative.

Peru Public Services Committee considers road-salt contract bid

At a recent meeting, the Peru Public Services Committee considered a road-salt contract bid from River Docks Inc.

Ottawa City Council considers Kiwanis Club fundraising request