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* From the governor’s office…
The Governor’s Mansion will be closing for tours until Nov. 23 for renovations. It will reopen in time for the holidays, with an open house for the community on Dec. 7. Throughout the holiday season, the home will feature a 30-foot Christmas tree in the front yard for all of Springfield to enjoy.
Quote from the First Lady
“The people of Springfield have been so welcoming to our family, and we hope that they enjoy the Governor’s mansion this holiday season. The Governor’s mansion has a unique place in our history, and we want to make sure that the holidays reflect the special role of this historic home.”
Background
Renovations include repairing tile on the first floor that had a defective finish, renovating guest bedrooms and bathrooms, and updating existing plumbing.
All work will be done by union workers.
The Governor and First Lady will be paying for the renovations personally.
The Halloween celebration on Oct. 26 for the children of Springfield will continue with treats and the Great Pumpkin display.
I assume the governor will still be hosting after-hours meetings with legislators during the upcoming veto session, but “where” is the question. Recommendations?
posted by Rich Miller
Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 4:01 pm
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I’ll be the first say it’s quite nice that JB wants to foot the bill. He didn’t have to do that. Good for JB.
Comment by Steve Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 4:05 pm
There’s a one-liner here about the Great Pumpkin, but I’m not touching it…
Comment by Commonsense in Illinois Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 4:08 pm
===Recommendations?===
Augie’s?
Comment by Nick Name Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 4:18 pm
The last chapter in the long overdue renovation. Bravo to Rauner who started it, and to JB who has helped in the past and will add the final touches. This is a rare
bi-partisan success story…
“$15 million in total - was raised privately, including a million dollars from the Rauners themselves and a sizable donation from the governor’s Democratic opponent J.B. Pritzker. “
Comment by Donnie Elgin Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 4:21 pm
I’m guessing Sandoval’s office will be available soon.
Comment by Montrose Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 4:26 pm
Since the lights are now on at the Capitol, might as well have someone home. Order delivery in.
Comment by Rich Hill Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 4:30 pm
===Sandoval’s office will be available===
Better sweep it good first.
Comment by Rich Miller Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 4:31 pm
Uh, oh. Updating plumbing?/s
Comment by Louis G Atsaves Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 4:48 pm
I saw this:
” repairing tile on the first floor that had a defective finish”
And I immediately thought of the broken leg
Comment by Ok Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 5:19 pm
“Until plumbing can be updated, the toilets will be removed.” -JB
Comment by JSI Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 5:37 pm
===Better sweep it good first.===
Wouldn’t want to have any bug problems.
Comment by Candy Dogood Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 6:55 pm
Excuse to use the old, decrepit armory at 2nd and Monroe?
Move the old rats out for the new ones.
Comment by Boomerang Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 8:38 pm
Saputo’s?
Comment by Leatherneck Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 9:26 pm
Director’s residence at the State Fairgrounds. Rauner survived it, JB will also …
Comment by RNUG Thursday, Oct 3, 19 @ 10:46 pm
I hear the FBI has some great meeting rooms in their building in Springfield…..
Comment by Anonymous Friday, Oct 4, 19 @ 6:29 am
The Illinois State Library, close, nice space and No One will for the GA to be anywhere near books……
Comment by Aonn3 Friday, Oct 4, 19 @ 7:32 am
The Steam Pipe Trunk Distribution Venue.
Comment by Southern Illinois Mayor Friday, Oct 4, 19 @ 8:45 am