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Homer Glen board authorizes village attorney to assist residents facing 143rd Street eminent-domain offers
Summary
After heated debate over attorney-client privilege and the village's role, trustees voted to authorize the village manager to engage the village attorney to assist residents along 143rd Street seeking motions to stay Will County eminent-domain proceedings; a separate motion to waive privilege failed.
Homer Glen trustees voted Sept. 11 to authorize the village manager to engage the village attorney to assist residents along 143rd Street who have received eminent-domain offers from Will County. The measure passed after extended debate on what the village can legally do and whether attorney-client privilege should be waived.
Trustee Dan Fialco, who moved the item, said residents wanted “action other than the word ‘monitoring,’” and argued the board should provide clearer paths to legal options for homeowners. "We have a lot of pressure from the public," Fialco said, adding that a workshop and practical guidance could help residents understand next steps.
Village Attorney Mike…
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