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Seventh Ward Alderperson Anthony Faivre comments during a discussion between council members when City Council met Aug. 27.

City Council considers creating a third TIF, vote to reevaluate next hearing

By Fathima Siddiqui | November 29, 2018

Seventh Ward Alderperson Anthony Faivre comments during a discussion between council members when City Council met Aug. 27.

‘Stop the Mega-Dump’ files appeal with Illinois Supreme Court

By Robert Baird | December 5, 2012

The citizens’ group “Stop the Mega-Dump” filed a petition with the Illinois Supreme Court on Monday. The court will relay it’s decision regarding the fate of DeKalb County’s landfill in January or March. The landfill is located in Cortland off...

Mayor of DeKalb, Kris Povlsen asks the City Attorney, Dean Frieders a question concerning his voting power on city ordances.

Council approves lobbyist

By Jordan Birchfield | February 28, 2012

The DeKalb city council approved a measure that would earmark $88,000 for a contract with mCapitol Management to serve as the city’s federal lobbyist. The contract was approved by a 4-3 vote. The council hired mCapital to provide legislative assistance...

Vote on Tuesday for new city council

By Letter to the Editor | March 31, 2011

On Tuesday, April 5, NIU students and staff will have an opportunity to positively change the direction of the city of DeKalb. Yes, Election Day is once again upon us. This election will give DeKalb voters a chance to change the make-up of city council...