Althoff & Others on Local Government Consolidation Bill

Here’s what State Senator Pam Althoff has posted on her Facebook page about House Bill 229, the bill that would allow the McHenry and Lake County Boards to absorb some local governments for which they appoint governing members: Here are … Continue reading

McHenry County Emergency Management Agency Director Off to FEMA Leaders Academy

A press release from McHenry County: WOODSTOCK, IL, David Christensen, Director of McHenry County Emergency Management Agency has been accepted to attend the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Emergency Management Leaders Academy at the Emergency Management Institute (EMI). The … Continue reading

Not Enough Homes with Large Enough Losses from June Downpour to Qualify Area for SBA Assistance

A July 24th email to McHenry County Emergency Management Agency Director David Christensen: As a follow-up to our conversation regarding the flooding event of June 26, I commend your forward thinking to pursue assistance for your residences by completing the … Continue reading

McHenry County Farmers Due for Federal Drought Help

A press release from McHenry County: McHenry County declared a contiguous disaster county by the USDA WOODSTOCK, IL – In response to the current drought conditions, the McHenry County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has reached out to the Illinois Emergency … Continue reading

Hoffman Estate’s David Christensen to Head McHenry County Emergency Management Agency

The McHenry County Board’s Law and Justice Committee gave unanimous approval to Hoffman Estates’ Emergency Management Agency Director David Christensen to assume the post in McHenry County. The Round Lake resident will take over the position that Barry Valentine has … Continue reading