River Forest trustees demand independent studies, restrict consultant procurement authority

Sep 15, 2026

After public comment, trustees insisted the village commission independent noise, vibration and property assessments and revised the resolution so staff could identify experts but must return consultant contracts and budgets to the board for approval.

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Following robust public comment on Sept. 14, River Forest trustees signaled they will require independent technical work before accepting proponents’ claims about the O’Hare Flyer.

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