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Parkland High School renovation moves into active construction; district says spaces will be ready for school start

Contractors and district staff told the board that exterior site work, a secure main vestibule, and interior additions are progressing and that temporary walls and site protections will remain in place during the school year.

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County sets minimum $8M price and bid window to sell former Irene Byron Hospital site

Commissioners authorized a resolution to sell the 62.709-acre former Irene Byron Hospital property with a minimum sale price of $8,000,000 and a 60-day bid window from Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, 2026; board requested $50,000 minimum bid increments if higher bids arrive.

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Destination-play concepts at Lake Pflugerville will be phased after bond delay

Staff said $5 million from the 2020 bond remains for Lake Pflugerville Phase 2; the department will phase design, pursue additional funding (including federal grants and private donors) and seek to secure $8–9 million for a robust Phase 1.

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Inclusiv – Puerto Rico CDFI Convening

I helped elevate communications for Inclusiv's 2023 Puerto Rico CDFI Convening, connecting #financialinclusion, #communitydevelopment, #thoughtleadership & strategic partnerships. Hiring managers & recruiters: need this kind of strategic #communications leadership? Let's connect.

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Board splits statewide affordable-housing aid between Habitat and 3 Rivers; staff outlines projects

Goodhue County staff presented options for spending $351,000 in statewide affordable-housing aid; the board voted to split current funds roughly 50/50 between Habitat for Humanity and 3 Rivers Community Action, with some flexibility for emergency rental assistance if needed.

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Commission authorizes drafting of code to allow by‑right affordable housing on qualifying faith and nonprofit property

In response to HB 1279 (the Faith and Housing Act), staff will draft a zoning amendment to allow qualifying affordable housing developments by right on property owned by tax‑exempt religious organizations and 501(c)(3) nonprofits, subject to ownership, affordability and site criteria.

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Commissioners told City Council delayed 2026 bond; several park projects paused

Parks staff told the commission City Council delayed all 2026 bond projects after an Aug. 11 decision; staff said that delay avoids a failed bond scenario that would bar re-running a bond for three years and leaves limited funds to start design on Reunion Park.

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Plans for Destination Play at Lake Plummerville to be phased after bond delay

Staff said Destination Play at Lake Plummerville will proceed as a phased master plan after City Council delayed the 2026 bond; $5 million from the 2020 bond remains, staff sought an additional $13.2 million in the 2026 proposal and the Parks Foundation plans a $1 million fundraising goal.

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Board agrees to hear Thornburg resort appeals de novo if timely appeals are filed; 2–1 vote

The board approved Order 2026‑035 to call up any timely appeals of two Thornburg destination resort land‑use decisions and to hear them de novo if filed. Commissioners debated workload and precedent; the vote passed 2–1, with the chair dissenting.

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Clark County Event Center presents master plan and $30M bond-funded projects

The Clark County Event Center presented a 2023 master plan update and a phased project list funded by state sales-tax credits and a proposed 30‑year bond; near-term work includes an administrative office expansion, new maintenance shop, replacement of two south halls, a covered rental pavilion, and food-service upgrades.

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Westmont OKs application for ITEP streetscape funding for Cass Avenue

The board authorized staff to apply for an Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program grant for Cass Avenue streetscape improvements, which could cover up to 80% of eligible design and construction costs and up to $2 million maximum; staff said the village would commit the local match if awarded.