Tuesday, March 12, 2013
The first reading of a proposed amendment to the village's video gambling ordinance makes an exception for the VFW and the American Legion.
Mayor Tim Baldermann introduced the first reading of an amendment to the video gambling ordinance at the regular Village Board meeting Monday. The amendment makes an exception to the village's ban on video gambling by allowing fraternal organizations-only to operate video gaming in their establishments. The proposed amendment works to circumvent a previous decision by the board to opt out of a collaborative partnership with the state. Last June, trustees voted 3-2 to opt out of a partnership with the Illinois General Assembly that would allow video gambling as long as the state got a cut. A 2009 state program allowed businesses to keep between 30 and 35 percent of the profit; the village would get 5 percent, and the rest would be …
Monday, March 11, 2013
The New Lenox Village Board intends to re-visit the conversation about video gambling at tonight's 7 p.m. meeting at Village Hall, 1 Veterans Parkway.
In June 2012, trustees voted 3-2 to opt out of a program with the Illinois General Assembly in which some of the profits from legalized video gaming machines go to fund construction projects. Representatives from the VFW and the American Legion had complained that the ordinance to restrict video gaming would hurt their business. Readers might like: The 2009 state program allows businesses a 30 to 35 percent cut of the total profit and the village would get 5 percent. Trustee Annette Bowden said in June 2012 that she was uncomfortable in shaping a partnership with the state in this type of program. "My biggest concern is the instability of the state," Bowden said, saying she thought the added revenue could be "empty promises." At the same …
Monday, January 21, 2013
Why not take advantage of the variety of fun events coming up. Peruse the calendar and see what catches your interest.
Every Monday and Thursday we'll feature community events put on by local businesses and organizations. Are You a Business Owner? Want more info? Email editor Ann Piasecki or advertising manager Sharon Carr. MONDAY, JAN. 21 Fitness Fun for 2013, All day at Lincoln-Way West High School, 21701 Gougar Rd. FREE Word Basics, 5:30 p.m. at New Lenox Public Library District, 120 Veterans Pkwy. Cost is $5. TUESDAY, JAN. 22 Tai Chi for Seniors, 1 p.m. at Guy Sell Senior Housing Center, 1090 S Cedar Rd., Cost is $30. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, 4:30 p.m. at JH Sweis Catering, 14414 Ford Drive (inside American Legion Hall). Sponsored by the New Lenox Chamber of Commerce. FREE Red Hot Mamas - Presence Healthy Healing Arts Pavilion, 6 p.m. at Presence …
Monday, January 14, 2013
Why not take advantage of the variety of fun events coming up. Peruse the calendar and see what catches your interest.
Each Monday and Thursday we'll feature community events put on by local businesses and organizations. Are You a Business Owner? Want more info? Email editor Ann Piasecki or advertising manager Sharon Carr. TUESDAY, JAN. 15 Fitness Fun 2013, All day, at Lincoln-Way West High School, 21701 Gougar Rd. FREE. Bingo Night at New Lenox VFW, 5 p.m. at Veterans of Foreign Wars, 323 Old Hickory Rd. LCost is $1. Adult Board Games Club, 5:30 p.m., at New Lenox Public Library District, 120 Veterans Pkwy. FREE. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 16 Obesity & Your Health, 5:45 p.m., at Silver Cross, 1890 Silver Cross Blvd. FREE.
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Why not take advantage of the variety of fun events coming up. Peruse the calendar and see what catches your interest.
Each Monday and Thursday we'll feature community events put on by local businesses and organizations. Are You a Business Owner? Want more info? Email editor Ann Piasecki or advertising manager Sharon Carr. THURSDAY, JAN. 10 Christmas Tree Disposal Program, 7 a.m.-3 pm., Jan. 10-Jan. 12, at Sanctuary Golf Course, 485 N. Marley Road. FREE FRIDAY, JAN. 11 New Lenox VFW Friday Night Fish Fry, 5 p.m. at Veterans of Foreign Wars, 323 Old Hickory Rd. Cost is $6. SATURDAY, JAN. 12 Saturday Night D J, 8 p.m. at Tom E. Hartung American Legion Post 1977, 14414 Ford Dr. (No information on cost.) "50 Shades of Green," 11 a.m. at New Lenox Library, 120 Veterans Parkway, Meeting Room B. Registration is preferred. Call Adult Services at 815.485.2605. …
Friday, January 4, 2013
The VFW is working to bulk up the revenue stream, since video gaming was banned in New Lenox.
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Thursday, December 20, 2012
Why not take advantage of the variety of fun events coming up. Peruse the calendar and see what catches your interest.
Each Monday and Thursday we'll feature community events put on by local businesses and organizations. Are You a Business Owner? Want more info? Email editor Ann Piasecki or advertising manager Sharon Carr. THURSDAY, DEC. 20 Holiday Food and Toy Drive: Now through Friday Chicagoland Speedway - Collecting canned food items for the benefit of the Warren-Sharpe Community Center in Joliet, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Chicagoland Speedway Administration Building lobby, 500 Speedway Blvd., Joliet. Food Drive, Now through Saturday, 9 a.m. at Standard Bank & Trust Co. Donations accepted for the benefit of the New Lenox Township Food Pantry. Please drop off donations during regular business house. Clothing and Household Items Donation, 9 a.m., …
Friday, November 16, 2012
Only $6 gets you a meal at the VFW.
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Monday, November 12, 2012
In honor of the veterans and active-duty military personnel who serve to secure our freedom in America, this Veterans Day Ceremony honors their sacrifices.
As is typical for those who live in the community dubbed "The Home of Proud of Americans," New Lenox residents came out for the annual Veterans Day Memorial Celebration. At the 11th hour, on Nov. 11, about 60 New Lenox residents—young and old—gathered at the Village Commons on Veterans Parkway to honor the veterans and active-duty military personnel who serve to secure our freedom. In the same manner as elected officials and representatives from VFWs and American Legions across the nation, New Lenox had its share of brief tributes. Mayor Tim Baldermann, Rep. Renee Kosel and veteran representatives reminded those gathered that the freedom Americans enjoy is largely due to the sacrifices of veterans and the active-duty military. As the red, …
Friday, September 14, 2012
Wish the Troops a greeting to let them know you care.
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Larry Paveza
6:50 am on Wednesday, March 13, 2013
It will be interesting to see just what happens when it comes up for vote. Kids don't want to play video poker when they can play the video games that parents let them play at home. No effort required to leave the couch and you can kill as manay as you want or drive as fast as you want with out fear of a ticket.. more ›