Mokena approves tree inventory to cope with the ash borer
Once the leaves fall, trees usually fade into the landscape background, but not this year in Mokena. This month, the Village Board awarded a $35,350 contract for a tree inventory...
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Real estate tax levy will be slightly higher, Mokena officials say
The 2012 real estate tax levy in Mokena will be slightly higher, but it won't put much of a dent in homeowner budgets, a village official said Monday. Finance Director...
Mokena amends ordinance to allow video gaming
Citing the plight of local businesses enduring a tough economy, Mokena trustees Monday voted 4-1 to amend the village's anti-gambling law to allow video gaming. In late August, Commander Jim...
Mokena residents to see electrical savings in October
Mokena residents participating in an electrical aggregation program are going to see their savings this month, and those savings are going to be substantial, a village official said. The rate...
Businesses ask for another look at video gaming
Citing a tough business climate and a lackluster economy, representatives from Mokena bars and restaurants recently asked the village board to rethink the town's ban on video gaming. Cmdr. Jim...
Mokena, 2 labor unions reach contract agreements
Two labor contracts approved this week reflect Mokena's improving financial picture, a village official said. After a few years of one-year contracts and raises of 2 percent or less, Teamsters...
Road project moving forward in Mokena
Village officials in Mokena this week voted to continue a street maintenance program they expect will keep road surfaces in better shape longer. Village Engineer Paul Pearson recommended awarding a...
Road project moving forward in Mokena
Village officials in Mokena this week voted to continue a street maintenance program they expect will keep road surfaces in better shape longer. Village Engineer Paul Pearson recommended awarding a...
Sprinkling ban ends in Mokena
A short-lived weekend ban on lawn sprinkling in Mokena was rescinded Monday. Arid lawns still can't get daily soakings, but residents can return to summer restrictions limiting watering to the...
Sprinkling ban ends in Mokena
A short-lived weekend ban on lawn sprinkling in Mokena was rescinded Monday. Arid lawns still can't get daily soakings, but residents can return to summer restrictions limiting watering to the...