Lyons Township Republicans http://lyons.weareillinois.org Lyons Township Republicans en-us ROLT Endorsement Session
We have invited candidates for this upcoming election to speak at ROLT's Endorsement Session on Saturday, February 18th. Doors open at 10:00 am.

The session will start promptly at 10:30 am. Please arrive early to ensure you get a seat to hear each candidate talk about important issues. The candidates will speak and then take questions from the floor.

ROLT Candidate Endorsement Session is Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 10:00am - 11:30am at the American Legion, 900 South LaGrange Road, LaGrange, IL.

For more information: 708-680-6467 or rolt.us@msn.com

* Members must be in good standing to vote.
Please extend an invitation to all republicans. Everyone is welcomed.

2012 Membership dues - on-line
or print Membership form and bring dues with you to bring membership up to date.


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=12202 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=12202 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:29:26 GMT Election Judges 2012
Let's recruit judges now. Secure the precincts in your area today.


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=12037 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=12037 Sat, 29 Oct 2011 22:26:53 GMT Come together
ROLT 9th Annual Golf Outing & Lunch: Saturday, September 10, 2011
Flagg Creek Country Club, 6839 South Wolf Road in Countryside
Reserve Your Time Now!
Half Day Outing Includes: Golf, Cart & Lunch
Tickets: $50
For information or tickets Contact Steve Krueger (312) 415-3447

9th Annual ROLT Picnic in the Park: Saturday, September 17th
Family Aquatic Center Cermak Woods Picnic Pavilion; 7600 W. Ogden Avenue, west of Harlem Avenue, at the Des Plaines River, Lyons
For Information: Contact Special Events Chairmen Swede and Joy at 708-485-2160

Moreover, these events are expected to bring all republicans together to begin our journey (and plan) for the important 2012 elections!

Join us and please share the news and extend the invitation for these two events. We look forward to having you and your guests.



]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11915 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11915 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 09:29:37 GMT New office and more....
ROLT has a new office in Brookfield and your assistance is needed in getting that ready for a "Grand Opening." If you are willing to give a hand please contact us or provide your name and contact information at the meeting.

*Saturday's meetings are open to everyone. Additionally, we will voting on **ROLT Officers for 2011.

We look forward to seeing you!

* Saturday, April 30, 2011
** Must be a member in good standing



]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11490 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11490 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 11:12:05 GMT Lyons Township is now to file Property Tax Appeals
Any Cook County resident may attend the following upcoming Board of Review Property Tax Appeal Seminars:

Thursday, March 3rd at 7:00 pm
Village Hall of Justice
7800 Archer in Justice

Tuesday, March 8th at 7:00 pm
Senior Community Center
8756 Archer Ave in Willow Springs

Wednesday, March 16th at 7:00 pm
Lyons Township Office
5550 East Ave in Countryside

Monday, March 21st at 7:00 pm
Cook County Farm Bureau
6438 Joliet Road in Countryside


* How do I appeal my property taxes? You file an official complaint form with the Board of Review within the township filing period.

* What is the filing date for my township? Each township has particular opening dates which vary annually. Unfortunately, they are not set in advance.

* What does "opening and closing townships" mean? It is the officially published township filing period. It is the thirty days in which you must file your appeal with our office in order to be considered.

Open period is from now until March 23, 2011.

Tell your friends and family about this important message today!


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11333 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11333 Sat, 05 Mar 2011 13:08:50 GMT In the News for January 2011
The first ROLT meeting for 2011 is Saturday, January 29th. We welcome everyone to join us and bring a friend with you. We will begin preparing the Presidential election as GOP hopefuls make their announcements in the coming months.

Please keep in mind that that we encourage you to vote. The following dates for elections are:

Consolidated Primary Election, February 22, 2011
Consolidated General Election, April 5, 2011
Presidential Primary Election, March 20, 2012
Presidential General Election, November 6, 2012

We look forward to seeing you!


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11241 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11241 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 17:40:17 GMT Holiday Message
We wish you and your family the Christmas season's joys and wonders. Have a Happy New Year! Enjoy the holiday.

Sincerely,

Republican Organization of Lyons Township
Tony Peraica, Committeeman
Bill Seith, President
ROLT Officers and Chairmen

Deputy Committeeman Steve Krueger
Deputy Committeewoman Gigi Callaway

Vice President Edward Metz
Treasurer Tim Sprague
Vice Treasurer Tish Challos
Recording Secretary Anjali Peterson
Correspondent Secretary Jonathan Callaway
Public Relations Terry Lynn Laucis and Gary Perlongo

ROLT Committees:
Precinct Captains: Chairmen Ray Hodson and John Small
Special Events Committee: Chairmen Swede and Joy Klang
Election Judge Team: Chairmen Joy Klang and Gigi Callaway
Republican Women’s League: Chairwoman Marie Vachata, Secretary Pam Tallerico
Republican Hispanic League: Chairman Mark Anthony Aguilera
Outreach Young Republicans: Chairmen Jon Callaway and John Laucis
High School Republicans: Chairman Gillian Morse
ROLT “Lyons’ Roars Riders” Pedal Division: Chairman Ray Hodson
ROLT “Lyons’ Roars Riders” Metal Division: Chairman Bill Seith
Artistic Advisor: Shirley Polaski
Special Assignment Character: Zig aka Uncle Sam


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11049 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=11049 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:34:48 GMT Applying for Federal Flood Disaster Assistance Applying for Federal Flood Disaster Assistance

The federal government has declared Cook County a disaster area due to the flooding that occurred in late July.

More than simply a proclamation from the federal government, this declaration allows residents and businesses that suffered flood damage to apply for aid from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Small Business Administration.

As such, it is vital that those affected by the flooding are fully aware of steps they need to take to apply for assistance.

The first step is to call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or go online to www.disasterassistance.gov.

For the hearing and speech impaired, please call 1-800-462-7585 (TTY).

It is important to note that government disaster assistance covers basic needs only and will not normally compensate you for your entire loss.

Please also visit www.CookCountyHomelandSecurity.org often for important updates on local assistance efforts.



]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10406 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10406 Sat, 28 Aug 2010 22:17:23 GMT Today’s Taxing News: Tax Collections Down; Out-of-Town Visitors Getting Whacked
There were two tidbits in August 5th headlines that further support my push to fully repeal the Stroger sales tax hike in Cook County.

First, despite rising taxes and fees, tax collections are actually down in the state (again). As the Champaign News-Gazette reports, overall state tax collections are down 9.5% in July.

The reason for this decline? Simple: people are out of work. When they are out of work, their incomes drop (obviously). That leads to a drop in income tax revenues. They also consume less, which leads to a drop in sales taxes. It is for that reason that increasing the income tax and keeping sales taxes high will only further decimate our economy.

If government takes more of the people’s money, it will only cause them to suffer more and spend less. For those individuals who are small business owners, that will also affect job creation.

Pat Quinn and Todd Stroger are wrong: we need less, not more, taxes.

That coincides with another story today that shows that “Chicago is the worst tax city for travelers.” USA Today reports on a new study by the National Business Travel Association:

The study looked at the 50 U.S. cities with the most air passengers. It found that a typical business traveler pays $101.27 in taxes on average for hotel, rental car and meals during a three-day, two-night stay in Chicago— more than in any other city.


So, in other words, our local politicians are doing their best to repel new visitors, tourists and conventioneers from our city. Once again, that won’t result in more tax revenue — it will result in further economic harm that will put our governments deeper in debt.

Not smart. Not smart at all



]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10258 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10258 Fri, 06 Aug 2010 12:41:57 GMT Local Flood Relief Assistance
“I am pleased that everyone came together and worked to help county residents, especially the elderly. County employees from the Sheriff’s Department, Office of Homeland Security, and my own staff were on hand to survey damage and provide needed assistance. While this was certainly an unfortunate event, it was heartening to see local officials, neighbors and friends helping one another in this time of need.”

Cook County is working with local municipalities to provide assistance to those impacted by the flood. The county is not in a position to provide financial assistance unless the Federal Government declares the impacted areas to be a disaster area.
In order for this to occur, data and evidence must be submitted to substantiate the amount of damage caused by the flooding.

Forms are available from Commissioner Peraica’s Office for individuals to fill out detailing the damage to their home and property. These are to be filled out and returned to the MUNICIPALITY in which they live, and not to the county.

¦Click link (below) to download the data collection questionnaire form to report property damage.

You can also contact our district office via phone at 708-345-5808.




]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10166 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10166 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 19:37:45 GMT Let’s Keep That Spotlight Shining
It shouldn’t take a media spotlight to force the county’s patronage czars to stop breaking the law.

A week ago, Cook County Board President Todd Stroger’s administration was poised to hire three politically connected job candidates, including the finance chair of Stroger’s election campaign and the wife of a Chicago alderman.

But when county hiring watchdog Mary Robinson started asking questions about the job candidates, the Stroger administration nixed hiring all three, including Ebonie Taylor-Brookins, wife of Ald. Howard Brookins (21st). The alderman backed Stroger in his losing bid for re-election this year, even as many other African-American politicians stood with the eventual winner of the Democratic primary, Ald. Toni Preckwinkle (4th).


Some people criticize me for my vigilance in publicly calling out instances of corruption and pushing for the media to cover the breaches of trust and tax dollars within county government.

This particular instance shows why — spotlight is the best disinfectant.

That’s why I’m running for re-election to the county board … to continue our efforts to bring about reform by keeping that light on the corrupt and the inept who abuse your tax dollars.




]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10083 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10083 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 08:21:49 GMT The PANEL: "COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT AND TAXES"
On Wednesday, July 14th, a business forum panel will assemble at Crystal Sky Banquets, 7941 W. 47th Street in McCook (corner of 47th Street & Joliet Road). The public is invited so candidates running for office can hear what is on the minds of business owners and voters. Citizens can hear what the candidates have to say about taxes.

The PANEL: "COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT AND TAXES" hosted by Cook County Coalition for Tax Relief. This will be moderated by Andy Shaw, former Chicago Political Reporter and current Executive Director of the Better Government Association. The FIVE Panelists will be Tony Peraica, 16TH District Cook County Commissioner, Sharon Strobek-Eckersall, Cook County Assessor nominee and their opponents.

Also at this same event, you can witness Carol Morse, Cook County Treasurer nominee sign the Illinois Policy Institute's transparency pledge.

Oh… It is been rumored that the democrats have formed the Lyons/McCook Business Associate to partner at this event. (Why would they do that? Hmmmm?)

We need all Republicans to attend this event. It should be an interesting evening.

FYI: Cash bar will be open before and after the panel



]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10022 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10022 Sat, 10 Jul 2010 17:39:15 GMT Our Mission
ROLT provides opportunities for its members to increase political awareness, network socially and professional with other people with similar values. We encourage our membership to develop leadership skills, provide community service, and to assist the Party in electing qualified candidates.

This organization gives you an opportunity to meet new like minded people and also meet some of your representatives and candidates running for office.

We have some fun events planned and interesting people to meet.

Consider this a personal invitation to come join us!

Follow the roar as ROLT begins to tweet! We are networking on facebook too! These links and more are located on the bottom of our web page.

Looking forward to hearing from you.




]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10021 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/newsdetail.aspx?newsid=10021 Sat, 10 Jul 2010 16:49:40 GMT March ROLT Meeting
10:00 am - 11:30 am

LaGrange Village Hall
53 S LaGrange Road
La Grange, IL

(Open to all)

Together let’s take the extra personal effort of marketing our events and agendas by taking simple steps like email blast, telephone calls, or just plain passing the word around the block, on the train, at the grocer, pool, golf course and just everywhere.

For information click here


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6735 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6735 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:48:46 GMT April ROLT Meeting
10:00 am - 11:30 am

LaGrange Village Hall
53 S LaGrange Road
La Grange, IL

(Open to all)

Together let’s take the extra personal effort of marketing our events and agendas by taking simple steps like email blast, telephone calls, or just plain passing the word around the block, on the train, at the grocer, pool, golf course and just everywhere.

For information click here


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6736 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6736 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:49:15 GMT May ROLT Meeting
10:00 am - 11:30 am

LaGrange Village Hall
53 S LaGrange Road
La Grange, IL

(Open to all)

Together let’s take the extra personal effort of marketing our events and agendas by taking simple steps like email blast, telephone calls, or just plain passing the word around the block, on the train, at the grocer, pool, golf course and just everywhere.

For information click here


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6737 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6737 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:50:23 GMT June ROLT Meeting
10:00 am - 11:30 am

LaGrange Village Hall
53 S LaGrange Road
La Grange, IL

(Open to all)

Together let’s take the extra personal effort of marketing our events and agendas by taking simple steps like email blast, telephone calls, or just plain passing the word around the block, on the train, at the grocer, pool, golf course and just everywhere.

For information click here


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6743 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6743 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:50:37 GMT July ROLT Meeting
10:00 am - 11:30 am

LaGrange Village Hall
53 S LaGrange Road
La Grange, IL

(Open to all)

Together let’s take the extra personal effort of marketing our events and agendas by taking simple steps like email blast, telephone calls, or just plain passing the word around the block, on the train, at the grocer, pool, golf course and just everywhere.

For information click here


]]> http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6739 http://lyons.weareillinois.org/eventdetail.aspx?eventid=6739 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:51:14 GMT