If one believed in conspiracies in McHenry County, one might think the gouging of the grass along parts of Fleming Road was deliberate. There certainly could be motive for McDOT’s defacing the shoulders along the stretch of scenic rural highway. … Continue reading
Category Archives: Fleming Road Alliance
I’ve been dropping the ball in keeping people update on what is happening regarding Fleming Road. After hearing the comments of County Board candidates who have personally dealt with the McHenry County Department of Transportation, I believe residents need more … Continue reading
Sunday, the “Living with Trees Award” was presented to the Fleming Road Alliance by The Land Conservancy of McHenry County. The award is presented annually to the individual or organization that has gone above and beyond to protect, enhance, restore … Continue reading
The following email was sent to members of the Fleming Road Alliance, who managed to convince McHenry County Board members to support their position of improving the road within the current footprint: “Please allow me to thank you for your … Continue reading
A message from the Fleming Road Alliance about their McHenry County Board victory: Dear Fleming Road Alliance Residents and Supporters: By now you probably have read the Herald article on the meeting yesterday, and received Diane Evertsen’s email thanking you … Continue reading
Another email to the County Board, this time about “contractor discretion.” To: Ken Koehler, Chair, McHenry County Board; County Board Members From: Fleming Road Alliance Re: Update on Fleming Road Alliance Position on Improvements for Fleming Road. Dear County Board … Continue reading
Another missive from the Fleming Road Alliance to McHenry County Board members: To: Ken Koehler, Chair, McHenry County Board; County Board Members From: Fleming Road Alliance Re: Update on Fleming Road Alliance Position on Improvements for Fleming Road. Dear County … Continue reading
The Fleming Road Alliance reveals that 96% of Fleming Road is on private property in this email to county board members: To: Ken Koehler, Chair, McHenry County Board; County Board Members, From: Fleming Road Alliance, Re: Update on Fleming Road … Continue reading
A fifth missive to the County Board from the Fleming Road Alliance: To: Ken Koehler, Chair, McHenry County Board; County Board Members From: Fleming Road Alliance Re: Update on Fleming Road Alliance Position on Improvements for Fleming Road. Dear County … Continue reading
A fourth email to county board members about Fleming Road: To: Ken Koehler, Chair, McHenry County Board; County Board Members From: Fleming Road Alliance Re: Update on Fleming Road Alliance Position on Improvements for Fleming Road. Dear County Board Representatives: … Continue reading
A third email to the county board from the Fleming Road Alliance: To: Ken Koehler, Chair, McHenry County Board; County Board Members From: Fleming Road Alliance Re: Update on Fleming Road Alliance Position on Improvements for Fleming Road Tonight’s topic … Continue reading
Another letter from to the McHenry County Board from the Flemming Road Alliance: To: Ken Koehler, Chair, McHenry County Board; County Board Members Re: Update on Fleming Road Alliance Position on Improvements for Fleming Road. Dear County Board Representatives: Here … Continue reading
A communication to the McHenry County Board: To: Ken Koehler, Chair, McHenry County Board; County Board Members From: Fleming Road Alliance Re: Update on Fleming Road Alliance Position on Improvements for Fleming Road. Dear County Board Representatives: Overview: It’s been … Continue reading
Saturday Fleming Road was dedicated as a Scenic Drive. First there was a Pledging of Allegiance to the Flag. Speaking at the event was District 5 McHenry County Board member Tina Hill, who read Robert Frost’s “The Road Less Traveled,” … Continue reading
The sign invites people to the Fleming Road Alliance’s 1 PM Saturday Celebration. The following press release found in a McHenry County email explains a celebration being held Saturday afternoon by those who don’t want county government to turn Fleming … Continue reading
That’s what Fleming Road resident Lisa Rhoades told the McHenry County Department of Transportation Tuesday. Her comments follow: The State of Illinois has provided us with the Vision of Transportation for the 21st Century: The cornerstone words are Livable and … Continue reading
Since opponents of McHenry County’s proposal to improve Fleming Road through Bull Valley have made it easy to post what they said in a public hearing this week, I’ll post some of their comments here. This is a road that … Continue reading
The following came in an email from The Land Conservancy of McHenry County. From what little knowledge I have of Fleming Road, it is an extraordinary drive through the hills left by the retreating glacier. Residents of the area fear … Continue reading
With McHenry County government planning major changes on Alden and Fleming Roads, along with other road building, the McHenry County Environmental Defenders is promoting a workshop to teach citizens how to be dangerous. The invitation follows: You’re invited to this … Continue reading
What’s the Fleming Road Alliance up to? Take a look below: From: Fleming Road Alliance <flemingroadalliance@gmail.com> Subject: Fwd: Petition for Fleming Road To: eberendt@yahoo.com Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 7:51 PM Hello Fleming Road Alliance Members and Supporters, Many of … Continue reading