Williams stated, “The use of License Plate Readers (LPR) is extremely beneficial when responding to calls for service such as stolen vehicles, residential burglaries, retail thefts, acts of violence as well as missing persons. LPRs are a great tool to assist in tracking criminals and their movements.

“On January 12, the Village Board approved Resolution (R)2023‐01.04 Regarding Potential Disposition of Property Within the Huntley Downtown TIF District and Inviting Submission of Alternative Bids and Proposals for 11704 Coral Street. The deadline for submission of alternative proposals was January 27th. No alternative proposals were submitted. Per Village Board direction, Staff began discussions with True North Properties, Inc. and is in the process of drafting a Purchase and Sale Agreement and Redevelopment Agreement for the former village hall building to accommodate the conversion of the building to a restaurant use,” Johnson said.

Charles Nordman, Director of Development Services, presented the revised plan for the property on the southeast corner of Route 47 and Huntley Crossings Drive just south of the Harris BMO building.

At the April 13 meeting, trustees voted to authorize a bid award to Arrow Construction for $3,773,128. The street improvements will be in the Del Webb's Sun City area and were scheduled to begin April 17. Also, a resolution to appropriate $1,250,000 in Motor Fuel Tax Funds for maintenance of streets and highways was approved and approval granted to use $1,759,107 in Rebuild Illinois Funds.

Rowe informed the District 158 community members of his new appointment in a letter the next day. Rowe said the superintendent's position will not be an action item at the April 20 board of education meeting, it probably will be on the agenda at the May meetings.

"Our focus is on all of the new things to explore at the library and from home," HAPL Director of Marketing Doug Cataldo said. "We have recorded several of our patrons and partners telling us their stories about the library and we'll be sharing them that week."

HAPL patrons have been enjoying the library's expansion now a year old at its Ruth Road location.

The EmergencyCommunications Center (ECC) is looking to add to its Public Safety Telecommunications staff.

"We're looking for someone over 18-years old, who will be able to handle a high-stress situations, independently as well as a team. We provide a 16-week course which gives a new hire all the skills they will need," SEECOM Executive Director Jason Kern said.

“The four of us, (Michael Thompson, Laura Murray, Andrew Bittman and Gina Galligar) ran as the "Common Sense Candidates" for D-158. We knew that the issues we were bringing to the table were ones that the majority of the people in our community were concerned about.

Huntley police are partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement efforts across the state, according to a Huntley Police Department press release.

Motorists can expect to see increased patrols and traffic safety enforcement zones throughout April.

Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of motor vehicle crashes on the roads.

All funds raised will benefit Special Olympics Illinois.

"Don't Be Fooled by a Disability" 5K to benefit the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois. Registration for the 5K will start at 7:45 a.m., followed by a Torch Lighting Ceremony at 8:50 a.m.

HUNTLEY — A dozen individuals residing in Huntley School District 158 are seeking to be elected to four terms when votes are counted after the 2023 Consolidation Election April 4.

Early voting continues this week, through March 31,9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday voting hours are 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 1 at Huntley Park District, 12015 Mill Street.

School District 158 candidates for a two-year unexpired term are Andrew Fekete, incumbent Kevin Gentry and Michael Thompson.

District 158 candidates for three four-year terms are: Katherine Policheri; Jonathan Dailey; Melissa Maiorino; Stephen G. Buchs; William Geheren; Laura Murray; Andrew Bittman; Gina Galligar and Paula Yensen.

David Johnson, Village Manager, reported that “On April 14, 2022, the Village Board adopted a resolution approving a development agreement for M/I Homes to develop the Fieldstone Subdivision, an ±82‐acres located at the northwest corner of Haligus Road and Dundee Road, with 173 single family homes.

A third district school, Chesak Elementary School in Lake in the Hills, experienced a Hold in Place and Teach lockdown on March 15, the third such incident after two at neighbor Martin Elementary March 9 and 10. As in the instances at Martin, the Lake in the Hills police  thoroughly investigated the one-hour Chesak Hold in Place and Teach lockdown  and, "no threat to students or staff was present," according to press releases from the police and the school district.

The free Huntley Easter Egg Hunt  for ages 2 to 8 will take place at Deicke Park, located at 11419 S. Route 47 starting at 10 a.m. Saturday,  April 8. 

The first group will be children ages two and under at 10 a.m. at the Deicke Discovery Zone. 

Other age groups and their times are: 10:15 a.m. ages 2-3; 10:30 a.m., ages 4-5; 10:45 a.m., ages 6-8.

The incidents took place March 9 and 10. According to school officials, graffiti which indicated there was a weapon in the school was found at two different student restrooms. Police determined there was no threat to students or staff safety.

Huntley Police Department urges residents if they celebrate, whether it be drinking alcohol, use cannabis, or any other impairing substance, remember "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" and "Drive High, Get a DUI" are watchwords.

Seat belt usage enforcement will be stepped up, especially at night when seat belt usage are lower, speeding, distracted driving, and all traffic laws will be strictly enforced, according to a press release.

More than 60 local businesses will be exhibiting their products and services to the public. The event is free and all ages are welcome.  According to the Chamber, there will be entertainment provided by Heineman Middle School and Huntley High School student groups.

Pat Ullrich, Emergency Responses and Preparedness Manager for the police department and Philip Adams, public education and community outreach for Huntley Fire Protection District, gave presentations. They discussed understanding risk categories of various severe weather events, from marginal to high, according to NWS information.