PLAINFIELD—State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) announced the winners of the 8th Grade Citizenship Award. The winners were selected based on their dedication to community service, leadership abilities and overall good civic responsibility.

“These students are excellent role-models,” Bertino-Tarrant said. “It is an honor to recognize them for admirably giving their time to make our community and state a better place. I am certain they will continue to positively impact others.”

The 2015 8th Grade Citizenship Award winners are Monica Angel of Richland Junior High, Anthony Gribble of Ira Jones Middle School and Caleb Klima of Troy Middle School.

The students chosen were nominated by personnel at their schools who were familiar with their contributions. Schools in the 49th district were invited to participate.

This is a new award that Bertino-Tarrant is giving out for the first time this year.

Pictured from left to right: Monica Angel, Anthony Gribble and Caleb Klima.

PLAINFIELD— State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) issued the following statement following House Bill 3763 being signed by Governor Rauner:

“I would like to applaud the governor for signing legislation that makes sure our schools will have increased funding for the upcoming year. I am pleased that one component of our budget is complete. I look forward to continuing this progress with other essential services, such as child care and senior services.”

PLAINFIELD— In order to keep in touch with the needs of her district, Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) will be speaking at several events and meeting with community members this summer.

“Since the regular legislative session has ended, I am focused on speaking to various groups about the activities of the legislature and getting feedback from constituents,” Bertino-Tarrant said. “I plan on speaking throughout the district this summer at different venues so community members can be updated on state issues and ask questions.”

Bertino-Tarrant will be speaking at the following public and non-public events. For more information or to attend the following events, please visit her website or Facebook page.

Community Service Council Legislative Meeting

Will County Center for Economic Development Meeting

Carillon Lakes Legislative Forum

Bolingbrook Town Hall

Satellite Office Hours

Senior Breakfast with AARP

Coffee with Senator Bertino-Tarrant

Plainfield Chamber of Commerce- Legislative Meeting

Oswego Chamber of Commerce- Legislative Meeting

Bolingbrook Coffee with the Police and Fire Chiefs

Plainfield Coffee with the Mayor

Will County Farm Bureau- Legislative Meeting

Joliet Chamber Education- Committee Meeting

BOLINGBROOK— State Senators Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) and Pat McGuire (D-Joliet) and Representatives Natalie Manley (D-Joliet) and Emily McAsey (D-Romeoville) will be holding a town hall meeting to discuss legislative issues on Monday, June 29. The meeting will be held at the Fountaindale Library (300 W. Briarcliff Rd., Bolingbrook) from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

“I appreciate the open discussions with community members about topics that are important to them,” Sen. Bertino-Tarrant said.

With the regular legislative session over, the town hall gives legislators an opportunity to answer questions from community members on legislation, the budget and any other concerns that they have.

“Communication between voters and officeholders is essential. I look forward to this exchange of news, views and ideas,” Sen. McGuire said.

The town hall meeting is open to the public. Anyone with questions or concerns can join Senators Bertino-Tarrant and McGuire and Representatives Manley and McAsey for a candid conversation about state and local government issues.

"The best ideas for reforming Springfield come from the common-sense wisdom of Illinois taxpayers," Rep. McAsey said. "As our state grapples with a severe fiscal crisis, it is especially important that lawmakers listen to the ideas of residents so that we accurately represent their beliefs and help Illinois move forward.”

For more information, or to submit questions ahead of time, please contact Bertino-Tarrant’s Plainfield office at 815-254-4211 or emailbertinotarrant49@att.net.

"Town Halls are an excellent way to bring factual information to the people. It gives our constituents an opportunity to ask questions and voice their concerns,” Rep. Manley said. “Realistically, conversations about problems lead to solutions. We need to hear from you."

Legislative Town Hall Meeting

Date: Monday, June 29, 2015

Time: 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Location: Fountaindale Library

300 W. Briarcliff Rd.

Bolingbrook