ISP charge two -- After a two-month investigation, two Buffalo Grove men face attempted murder charges in what authorities are describing as a road-rage shooting on Route 53 in Palatine. The Daily Herald reports that Illinois State Police arrested Malik Sutherland, 20, and Victor Ponce, 20, into the Jan. 17 shooting. Full details are here.
Package theft – A resident on Prairie Lane told police a package was stolen from his front door. Reports did not say what was in the package or its value.
Retail theft – A man was charged with retail theft for allegedly trying to steal $724.58 worth of merchandise from Woodman’s Market. Reports indicate that he allegedly tried to drive off with the merchandise.
In Other Community News
Village gets Federal grant
Rep. Brad Schneider’s (IL-10) vote for the passage of House Resolution 1102 – The Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024 -- funding the remaining half of the federal government for fiscal year 2024 helped clear the way for upgrades to Buffalo Grove’s emergency operations center.
Included in the current bill is $171,400 for the project which, according to Schneider’s office, “Aims to upgrade equipment in Buffalo Grove’s Emergency Operations Center. By purchasing new communications equipment, first responders will have better communication capabilities to respond effectively to emergencies and meet the needs of residents and businesses in the area. The upgraded equipment will allow the village to mitigate threats, save lives and increase peace of mind for the community.”
Village Board President, Eric Smith, praised Schneider for his efforts, adding “the upgraded equipment will allow the village to mitigate threats, save lives and increase peace of mind for our community.”
Library announces strategic plan
The Vernon Area Public Library District Board of Trustees have officially adopted a strategic framework that will guide the activities of the library over the next four years.
Key activities highlighted in the plan include working with an architect to maximize public use of the library building and grounds and looking into a shared library catalog to provide patrons with access to more materials. Complete information is available here
License plate readers OK’d
The Village Board at its March 18 meeting approved purchase and installation of license plate readers. The plan, detailed in the March 18 edition of BGNI, calls for 13 LPR devices to be in place around the village. The Buffalo Grove Police Department coordinates LPR data with neighboring municipalities. Additional information is here.
Supervisor applications available
Vernon Township Supervisor Jon Altenberg is resigning effective March 31. Applications are now being accepted to fill this elected position.
To learn more about the Township Supervisor's role, and to submit an application, please visit this site.
CERT looking for volunteers
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is looking for volunteers.
CERT volunteers are trained to assist their neighbors and support our first responders in the event of large-scale emergencies and at special events. No prior skills or experience necessary.
Volunteers attend a six-to-eight-week training course and periodic training throughout the year. For more information and to apply, visit this link.
Food waste can be recycled
Starting April 1, residents can begin mixing organic food waste with their yard and landscape waste.
Acceptable organics, like produce food scraps can be mixed together with landscape waste and placed at the curb to be collected, recycled and put to work at local compost facilities.
These mixed organic items should be placed in rigid yard waste containers marked with a special organics decal to clearly mark this container for WM drivers. Decals will be available at Village Hall beginning in April. Bins marked with a "X" are acceptable. A complete list acceptable and unacceptable organic items is available here.
Mental health grants offered
Applications are now open for grants available through the Mental Health Board for non-profit organizations that provide mental health services. These grants are designed to ensure that those struggling with mental health, substance use and developmental disabilities, get the help they need. To learn more or apply for the grant, visit this site.
Student Voices
In tribute to Women’s History Month
Stevenson High School clubs have initiated activities in observation of women’s history month. The full story by student journalists Ishanvi Chaudhary and Ishanvi Mishra of the Statesman staff can be found here.
Need To A Reason To Celebrate?
March 27
Quirky Country Music Song Titles Day
March 28
National Weed Appreciation Day
March 29
National Lemon Chiffon Cake Day
National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
March 30
Grass is Always Browner on the Other Side of the Fence Day
March 31
April 1
April 2
International Fact-Checking Day
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
National Ride Your Horse to a Bar Day
April 3
Don't Go to Work Unless it's Fun Day
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