Political Organization Touts Multi-Million Dollar Tunnel as Winnetka Marvel
“We love the idea,” said Ann Dillon, chief editor of WHOA. “We don't know a single person who wants to throw a monkey wrench into the mix."
As talk of flood prevention in Winnetka gains momentum, leaders from the Winnetka Home Owners Association (WHOA) told the village council Tuesday night that one idea is nothing short of greatness: a $34 million drainage tunnel. Earlier: Council Reviews Possible Flood Prevention Plans “We believe that Winnetka is having a Daniel Burnham moment,” said Ann Dillon, chief editor of the Winnetka political organization. She then paraphrased the legendary Chicago architect: “Don't dream small dreams — they lack the magic to stir men’s souls.” That dream Dillon spoke of is eight-feet in diameter, requires the help of three state and national waterworks authorities, and looks to be the village's most expensive public works project ever proposed. …
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