Judge rules Pistakee Yacht Club may keep boats on its property despite Johnsburg crackdown
- Posted on September 17, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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In brief
A judicial decision has granted Pistakee Yacht Club the legal right to maintain its boat storage operations on Chain o' Lakes property, effectively overturning Johnsburg village's enforcement measures. This ruling represents a significant victory for the sailing community, whose members faced potential restrictions that threatened the club's long-term viability. The court's decision underscores the importance of protecting recreational water sports facilities and their operational needs within jurisdictional disputes.
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Judge rules Pistakee Yacht Club may keep boats on its property despite Johnsburg crackdown
A sailing club whose members said its future hinged on a long-running legal battle may continue storing boats on its property in the Chain o’ Lakes, despite the village of Johnsburg’s recent efforts to block it.
