by Randal Birkey | Mar 9, 2017 | Attorney, Gregory J. Barry, Local Government Law Bulletin
Illinois Appellate Court Issues Opinion Concerning Candidates Signing Nominating Petitions Author: Gregory J. Barry March 9, 2017 Thanks to a recent appellate court decision, candidates for local office can be sure that their nomination papers will not be invalidated...
by Randal Birkey | Sep 10, 2014 | Gregory J. Barry, Local Government Law Bulletin, Uncategorized
In an earlier issue, we wrote about the dispute between the City of Crystal Lake and Community High School District No. 155 as to whether the District’s construction of bleachers was subject to the City’s zoning process. The City prevailed on summary judgment before...
by Randal Birkey | Jul 30, 2014 | Gregory J. Barry, Local Government Law Bulletin, Uncategorized
We have previously reported on administrative tow fees which police departments are entitled to charge by statute. Municipal police departments are also able to obtain restitution for responding to emergencies caused by drunk drivers. In a similar attempt to recoup...
by Randal Birkey | Mar 18, 2014 | Gregory J. Barry, Local Government Law Bulletin, Uncategorized
On Jan. 21, 2014, State Senator Pamela Althoff introduced a bill (SB 2647) to make school districts subject to municipal zoning ordinances. Senate Bill 2647 would amend section 10-22.13a of the School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-22.13a) and reads in relevant part as follows:...
by Randal Birkey | Jun 26, 2013 | Attorney, Gregory J. Barry, Local Government Law Bulletin
We have all seen them around: NYPD hats, miniature Chicago flags, replica “Bourbon Street” signs, the “What happens in Vegas” shirts. Branding is a vital aspect of tourism in many large cities, with merchandising providing a modest income stream. But smaller local...
by Randal Birkey | Jan 29, 2013 | Carlos S. Arévalo, Gregory J. Barry, Local Government Law Bulletin, Richard G. Flood, Ryan P. Farrell, Timothy J. Clifton, William C. Westfall
Local Government Award: The City of Harvard received the 2012 Governor’s Hometown Award for its support and service to the Harvard Community Center and Food Pantry. Congratulations to the City of Harvard for this prestigious recognition. ZRFM Attorney Updates:...
