Local politicians again recommend 'no' vote on Thornton Township mental health referendum thelansingjournal.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thelansingjournal.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Illinois Leaks | Senator, Mayors Urge "NO" Vote On Thornton Township Tax Increase Referendum – edgarcountywatchdogs.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from edgarcountywatchdogs.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Column: After many twists, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled Markham's elected mayor could hold office. It was all about power. chicagotribune.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from chicagotribune.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
The City of Markham s Electoral Board decided to permit Roger A. Agpawa s name to be placed on the ballot for City Mayor - even though he is a federally convicted felon, who was allegedly granted a Restoration of Rights by Governor Rauner - which, in our opinion, flies in the face of Illinois law.
The Illinois Municipal Code, Section 3.1-10-5, prohibits convicted felons from holding office.
According to the Objection filed against Agpawa s petitions, basing their objections on his felony conviction:
Agpawa plead guilty to a federal felony of Mail Fraud in the United States District Court of Northern Illinois in 1999.