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Residents at Manteno meeting renew complaints about firm called "Goshen," allege harassment and property impacts
Summary
Several residents told the Manteno Village Board that a company they call "Goshen" has harmed property values, behaved in noncompliance with agreements and created safety concerns; speakers recounted harassment and vandalism and asked the board to act before any occupancy extension.
Ann Gates, a resident who opened the public-comment period, told the Village Board that she and others have raised concerns for two years about a project they called "Goshen," saying it threatens property values and alleging local officials are prioritizing the company over residents. "Some seem to have forgotten their obligation and loyalty is to their fellow citizen," Gates said, and recounted being followed and other incidents she described as intimidation.
Francine Fatima, another resident, called Goshen a "plague" and said she hopes noncompliance with regulations…
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