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Bri's Discussions
Found this on the village website re: Oak Park Ave and Ike rehab
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Bri Jul 31, 2012.
I-go versus Zipcar in Oak Park
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Rob Breymaier Feb 23, 2012.
Non-powered lawnmower recommendations?
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Debbie May 5, 2011.
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- Favorite thing about living in the Oak Park area
- Close to Chicago, diversity, architecture, walkable neighborhoods, good public transit
- Least favorite thing about living in the Oak Park area
- Taxes, crime, byzantine regulations
- Interests & Hobbies
- transit, history, politics, tech, medicine, jazz, lindy hop, parenthood
- Favorite local restaurant
- Winberies
- Favorite local shop or business
- Trader Joe
Latest Activity
PioneerBri replied to Ana Schreiner's discussion Peekaboo Playroom opening soon
"This is in my part of Oak Park. Interesting. Based on your website I'm still not sure exactly what services you are offering."
PioneerBri replied to Lucy's discussion Overnight visitor parking near apartments?
"Every car with a license plate is allowed 5 overnights per year. It doesn't matter if the plate is owned by a resident of Oak Park, it doesn't matter if its owned by a non-resident. I have parked my car overnight on the street,…"
PioneerBri replied to Lucy's discussion Overnight visitor parking near apartments?
"I think you misunderstand. Your hypothetical overnight guests have cars, yes? Each car has a license plate, yes? If so, each license plate is allowed 5 overnights per year in Oak Park. "
PioneerBri replied to Lucy's discussion Overnight visitor parking near apartments?
"Suzen, all I can say is my personal experience (and apparently Julie's experience) is not consistent with what you are reporting."
PioneerBri replied to Lucy's discussion Overnight visitor parking near apartments?
"Suzen, it doesn't matter how many cars YOU own, it only matters how many times your visitor's car parks overnight in Oak Park. When you call the village parking line, they don't even ask who you are visiting so there's no…"
PioneerBri replied to Rob Breymaier's discussion Any advice or recommendations on camps for the 2 weeks betwene Park District and School?
"On a slightly related note, we're trying to figure out what to do with our kid this summer before starting elementary school. Would be interested in hearing people's opinions about all the different camps out there."
PioneerBri replied to Lucy's discussion Overnight visitor parking near apartments?
"Every license plate is allowed five free overnight street parkings per calendar year. Simply find a legal street parking local which is NOT permit parking. In other words, find a street where day time non-permit parking is allowed. …"
PioneerBri commented on Ann's blog post Snow Shoveling
"Sadly, there seems to be minimal to no enforcement of the law. I live near a residence where they haven't shoveled once in the 3 years I've lived here, and that includes the winter two years ago when it snowed 2 feet in one…"
PioneerBri commented on Becca's blog post Village releases 2012 crime data
"We've had our burglar alarm go off a few times (thankfully always false alarms), and the cops have always shown up incredibly fast (1 or 2 minutes at the most). That's not much time for a burglar to steal enough to make it worth his…"
PioneerBri commented on Becca's blog post Village releases 2012 crime data
"I remember several years ago asking an OP police officer about the efficacy of burglar alarms. He basically said that only houses without burglar alarms are (successfully) robbed. In other words, if you have a burglar alarm (and have it…"
PioneerBri replied to Kristi's discussion Lou Malnati's Coming to OP
"Agree, I'm most interested in seeing the old Border's space filled up. Originally, I thought it would stay empty for years, but perhaps that was too pessimistic. Still remains to be seen if the interest in the space results in…"
PioneerBri replied to He who knows's discussion Bicyclists are insane riding in winter's deep freeze!
"There's a lot of misinformation and fear-mongering here. Sure, its possible to dress inappropriately and get hypothermia, but its also possible to avoid these situations.
http://www.activetrans.org/modeshift/03_01/clothes"
PioneerBri replied to Robin's discussion Tax accountant recommendation
"I've used Anna Bass (http://annabasscpa.com). She has an office at Oak Park Ave and South Blvd."
PioneerBri posted a status
"I have a heavy exercise machine in my house that I need to move up a floor. Anybody have recommendations for movers (need two strong guys)?"
PioneerBri replied to Bri's discussion Found this on the village website re: Oak Park Ave and Ike rehab
"No news, just more background about bridges with buildings.
http://www.theatlanticcities.com/design/2012/07/habitable-bridge-resurrected/2744/#"
Bri's Blog
If you have kids that like trains...
Please go to www.upexcursion.com and vote for the Tuscola turn.
Union Pacific is sending one of their authentic, historic steam locomotives on a tour and is putting the route up for vote. The Tuscola Turn route goes through Glen Ellyn. Today is the last day to vote. Here's an article in the Trib:…
ContinuePosted on January 17, 2011 at 11:59am
Effect of new Chicago mayor on Oak Park
So the biggest political news in Illinois is the impending retirement of Mayor Daley. Anybody have any insight/thoughts on how or if the new mayor will have an impact on Oak Park?
Obviously we don't get a vote in the matter, but given our geography and economic links, any changes in policy could have major impacts for good or for ill on our village.
Here's a recent Wednesday Journal article:… Continue
Obviously we don't get a vote in the matter, but given our geography and economic links, any changes in policy could have major impacts for good or for ill on our village.
Here's a recent Wednesday Journal article:… Continue
Posted on September 23, 2010 at 11:05am — 8 Comments
Supreme Court to Examine Gun Bans
http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/us-supreme-court-hear-gun-ban-patriot-act/story?id=8712079
Previous lower courts overturned the handgun ban in Washington, DC, but upheld similar bans in Chicago and Oak Park. The distinction relies on DC being a Federal district, as opposed to a non-Federal municipality. As a result of that ruling, Wilmette and a few other towns… Continue
Previous lower courts overturned the handgun ban in Washington, DC, but upheld similar bans in Chicago and Oak Park. The distinction relies on DC being a Federal district, as opposed to a non-Federal municipality. As a result of that ruling, Wilmette and a few other towns… Continue
Posted on September 30, 2009 at 1:00pm — 5 Comments
Comment Wall (1 comment)
- At 9:31pm on July 17, 2009,
Your HostBecca said… - Hi Brian, welcome! Feel free to jump into any of the conversations we've been having or start your own discussion topic in the forum. I'm sure there are a number of folks interested in talking about taxes or our crime issues. I hope to see you around on the site.
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