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1. Lyons Township High Millions Short In Tax Money: Official (patch.com) — Lyons Township High School in La Grange is currently missing millions in expected property tax revenue because of Cook County’s delayed and confusing tax distributions, though officials say reserves can cover the gap for now. The business services director warned the shortfall could reach as high as $6 million, potentially affecting how the district plans future budgets and spending priorities.
2. Unexpected Salary Hikes At Lyons Township High School (patch.com) — Lyons Township High School in La Grange saw teacher salary costs jump by about $500,000 last school year after an unusually large group of teachers earned additional credentials that triggered contractual raises. Seventy-one teachers advanced pay “lanes,” prompting the school board to amend its budget while officials say they do not expect a repeat of this spike next year.
3. Kramer honored after 33 years with La Grange public works (southwestregionalpublishing.com) — Longtime La Grange Public Works employee Steve Kramer has been formally honored by the Village Board after 33 years maintaining the community’s water, sewer, and streets. Leaders praised his deep knowledge of village infrastructure, his role in training coworkers, and his evident love for La Grange as he retires from his foreperson role.
4. New IL E-Bike Rules Begin July 1 Amid Suburban Safety Concerns (patch.com) — New Illinois rules for e-bikes and other micromobility devices start July 1, and La Grange has already tightened its own regulations on higher-speed e-bikes and e-scooters downtown. The statewide law aims to standardize classifications, licensing, and safety expectations after serious suburban crashes, meaning La Grange riders and parents will soon face clearer, and in some cases stricter, requirements.
5. Hennessy thief, drunken driving, hit and run: Countryside police blotter (southwestregionalpublishing.com) — Countryside police recently handled several incidents along La Grange Road, including a liquor theft and graffiti, plus a DUI arrest of a La Grange man after a crash at La Grange and Joliet roads. The blotter also details vehicle break-ins, a hit-and-run, and a stolen truck later found in New Jersey, with all charges still pending in court.
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