This committee, chaired by Trustee Towne, worked diligently researching the various alternative dispositions for the donated Korhumel property. The committee's research was the result of discussions in a  "Committee Of The Whole (COW)"  for resident input on this project.

After much analysis, the Board has agreed that it is simply too costly for the Village to remodel the Korhumel house or barn for potential use as a Village Hall; therefore, we have accepted a bid to raze the buildings.

After the razing of the house, the deconstruction of the barn and garage will follow. This was a prudent Board decision that allows the Village to avoid possible commercial development of the land. The area will be preserved as part of Whippoorwill Farms Park and the current plan is to make the site a “passive” park/open space.

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After much analysis, the Board has agreed that it is simply too costly for the Village to remodel the Korhumel house or barn for potential use as a Village Hall; therefore, we have accepted a bid to raze the buildings.

After the razing of the house, the deconstruction of the barn and garage will follow. This was a prudent Board decision that allows the Village to avoid possible commercial development of the land. The area will be preserved as part of Whippoorwill Farms Park and the current plan is to make the site a “passive” park/open space.

This new stretch of trail, funded by Hamilton Partners, is complet; however, this trail will eventually be extended and link to trails near the Whippoorwill restoration area and connecting to existing trails at Deerpath Farms. This next trail extension will need to be funded by the Village and may (assuming Board approval) begin next winter, weather permitting.

I recently sent out an additional note to residents urging them to take advantage of the discount they can receive on their electricity bill from ComEd. I have explained this program many times, and all I can say is do your own homework; and unless you have a special low rate on electricity or have already signed up for a discount program, you have nothing to lose and money to gain by signing up for this program endorsed by the Village Board. It is the judgment of the Board to offer this program as a way to maximize energy savings immediately for our residents.