AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWarehouse Air Quality Fight: A new wave of Illinois warehouses near homes and schools is drawing fresh alarms, with residents and advocates warning truck emissions will worsen as more logistics space moves into Will County. Historic Preservation: West Chicago’s last one-room schoolhouse, the McAuley School, is getting a $1.6M restoration after decades of neglect, funded in part by an Illinois grant. Energy & Grid Reliability: PJM’s latest capacity auction shows a reserve shortfall of 6.8 gigawatts, raising stakes for summer reliability as electricity demand and data-center growth strain supply. Solar Billing Confusion: A Chicagoland homeowner with a 20kW solar system says ComEd’s hourly plan left bills climbing even when the home produced extra power, spotlighting rate-plan pitfalls. Food Safety: The FDA says a Cyclospora test tied to Taylor Farms was a false positive, even as the broader lettuce recall and outbreak investigation continue. Housing for Seniors: Galesburg’s Burlington Terrace advanced with Low-Income Housing Tax Credits for 60 apartments for residents 55+. Ag Input Leadership: The Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association named Jenny Webb its new president, aiming to advance crop-production supply and stewardship.
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