The Ups In Downers Grove

So uhhhhh, where have you been?

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:31:47 +0000

Great question.

Still here.

I’ve been extremely busy, but will be dedicating more time to this site in the very near future.

Summer has been much busier than I expected, but exciting none-the-less. I hope your summer was enjoyable, with Labor Day upon us, so begins fall….

Summer concerts at Fishel Park

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 20:15:26 +0000

While plans and ongoing discussions revolve around the concept for the new Fishel Park bandshell, the Park District will continue with the Summer Concert Series at Fishel Park.

The listing of shows with dates and times can be found here.

Long range financial plan discussed soon

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 20:03:24 +0000

The Village Council will be discussing and revising the Long Range Financial Plan (LRFP) for the Village on Tuesday, June 29th. This LRFP will be updating the existing 2010-2012 LRFP. Start by viewing the 2010-2012 LRFP here.

The purpose of the LRFP is to help develop a concise budget for the upcoming year.

A summary of the [...]

Water rate increase on your next bill

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:56:05 +0000

When we discussed that the DuPage Water Commissionwould be raising the water rates provided to municipalities, we were thinking it would take effect in May.

Sure enough, look for that increase in your July water bill.

If you remember, there was a good amount of discussion regarding this increase at a few Village Council meetings. The Village [...]

Continuing construction at tracks

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:14:37 +0000

Metra will be working to do repairs to the railroad tracks at Fairview in Downers.

Also the Belmont Underpass project is continuing with a re-reoute of traffic to the road diversion to be completed by the end of this week.

Currently, the two-week closure of the tracks at Belmont Ave. is scheduled for July 6, 2010.

Allyn Barnett appointed to Lemke’s seat on the D99 Board

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Wed, 26 May 2010 19:44:27 +0000

The District 99 Board of Education met on Monday and appointed Allyn Barnett to fill the vacancy on the Board of Education left by Robert Lemke. Lemke formally resigned on April 30th because of “frustrations over the school Board’s processes,” as he himself put it.

“Mr. Barnett has a wealth of experience and can hit the ground [...]

Kristina’s is the new Dali’s

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Mon, 24 May 2010 14:49:55 +0000

In case you haven’t noticed, Dali’s Cafe is no longer in downtown Downers Grove.

Voula Verros, prior owner of Dali’s Cafe, has sold the restaurant apparently intending to focus more on Eggstacy, New Yolk New Yolk and a new burger restaurant.

Look for Kristinas Cafe to open up in the next two weeks.

Noah’s Hope 5k run & family palooza this Saturday

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Fri, 21 May 2010 17:53:12 +0000

Noah’s Hope 5k and kids run & family palooza is this Saturday, May 22nd at 9am. The run begins at the Downers Grove Swim & Raquet Club – 5560 Fairview Avenue, Downers Grove.

Registration for the 5k will cost you$25 tomorrow

Proceeds benefit Noah’s Hope Fund searching for a cure to Batten’s Disease.

More information about the race can [...]

A word about those sprinklers…

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Fri, 21 May 2010 17:27:11 +0000

A friendly reminder as the temps begin to warm.

From May 15 to September 15, residents are permitted to use outdoor water based on an even/odd system.

The last digit of an address determines the day. If an address ends in an even number, the resident can water on even calendar days; if the address ends in [...]

Downtown Classic Car Show starts TODAY!

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Fri, 21 May 2010 06:00:51 +0000

Dust off your favorite “Pink Lady” or “T-Bird” outfit and join Downtown Downers Grove in Kicking Off the “Summer Nights” Classic Car Show, May 21st, 6pm-9pm. Grab the family for this wonderful FREE event! Downtown Downers Grove is shifting back to the ‘40’s and ‘50’s. The Featured Cars of the night will be from the [...]

Downtown DG pub crawl this Saturday!

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Fri, 21 May 2010 02:55:11 +0000

Be sure to join us at the Downers Grove pub crawl in downtown DG starting at 1pm at the Tivoli Bowl!

This is a family event to benefit the Education Foundations of School Districts #58 & #99.

The day will start at 1pm at the Tivoli Bowl for $1 games and a cool arcade, next [...]

What TheUpsInDowners is to you; to me

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Tue, 18 May 2010 20:00:39 +0000

I typically do not write opinion pieces on this site (there are 2 I can think of total).

In fact, opinion pieces bother me. Why? Because there are just too many opinions.

I started this site with one main goal in mind, keeping up with and informing you on what’s going on in Downers Grove.

I have visited [...]

DG Public Works Open House – May 21st

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Mon, 17 May 2010 19:13:34 +0000

The Village of Downers Grove will host an Open House on Friday, May 21, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at their Public Works Facility, 5101 Walnut Ave.

The Open House is part of the Village’s recognition of National Public Works Week which calls attention to those dedicated to providing quality services in the public [...]

Fishel Park bandshell: Pick your poison

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Mon, 10 May 2010 20:09:21 +0000

The Downers Grove Park District has released new renderings and statistics with regard to proposals for the new Fishel Park bandshell design.

The Park District has been discussing the future of the Fishel Park bandshell since slightly after the turn of the year. This comes after the bandshell was demolished back in January of 2010 due [...]

Grasping the property tax bill

Ryan M. DeProsperis — Thu, 06 May 2010 15:26:21 +0000

The Village of Downers Grove released some information regarding recent property tax bills today.

With tax rates and amounts listed for several taxing bodies, it is important to note that only about 10% of the total tax bill is for services provided by the Village of Downers Grove.

Deputy Village Manager Mike Baker will walk you through [...]