American Rescue Plan Funds: How Should They Be Spent? As part of the American Rescue Plan that was passed in March 2021, Kane County became the recipient of $103 million more in federal assistance. The money is targeted to bring about local economic recovery and assist with issues caused by the pandemic. First, the county … Read more
Legislation and policies designed to secure the democratic process of our vote should be determined by us—the voters, the citizens who power elections. When an election has been declared both fair and secure, there are winners and there are losers. This needs to be recognized across the nation. KCDW invites everyone to stay tuned for our … Read more
by Linda Willet President Biden hit the ground running this year with a proposal to fix America’s infrastructure and booster the economy. It is called the American Jobs Plan. Biden’s proposal includes items that involve physical infrastructure improvements for the country and items that involve the human infrastructure of the county. In an attempt to … Read more
by Linda Willet In 2020, America celebrated the 100-year anniversary of women gaining the right to vote. And in 2020 and early 2021, women of all ethnic groups joined together to march and protest for social justice for everyone in our nation. The pandemic brought a heightened awareness of the inequality in our nation, and … Read more
Following the 10-year census, maps are redrawn to reflect population changes. There will be some changes in districting in Kane County! You can take a look at the proposed maps: Illinois senate Illinois legislative districts Illinois Congressional Districts
Our very own Carolyn Bird Salazar recently was sworn in as a North Aurora Trustee after winning her recent election. Congratulations!
KCDW members met this week for the first time in a long time at Old Towne Eatery in Campton Hills. It sure was great to see everybody up close, and we all look forward to more time together this summer.
Child tax credit payments will begin going to families of 140,100 children in our community this summer. To make sure you benefit if you are eligible, make sure to file your taxes by May 17, event if you don’t normally file. This is just one way the American Rescue Plan is helping families and children … Read more
Senator Karina Villa talks about how small changes in your yard can have a big biological impact. Watch this recent video discussion with Kate Refine talking about the importance of native plants! Find out how to transform your yard this spring.
