The following items were posted May 7
Packages swiped -- A resident in the 0 – 10 block of Oak Creek Drive reported to police on April 30 that an unknown person signed for a package from the postal service that did not belong to him. The victim told police the package contained $200 in merchandise. Police did not provide a description of the merchandise saying only that the investigation is continuing. In a similar incident, police report that a package was taken from the mailroom at 5 Villa Verde Drive on May 5. Police did not provide additional details except to say that the investigation is continuing.
Flushed out -- Police report that a portable toilet in Mike Rylko Park was burned on May 5. Police say the investigation is ongoing.
Retail theft -- A female was issued an adjudication ticket for retail theft from Woodman’s Market for stealing merchandise on May 5. Police did not provide a description of what was taken.
Domestic battery -- A 39-year-old man is due in court at Circuit Court of Cook County on May 23 after he was charged April 23 with domestic battery following an incident in the 700 block of Trace Dr. Police did not release a summary of the incident.
**** To our readers – We know residents are concerned about crime in the community and have strived to provide you with public information about crime in Buffalo Grove within the parameters of the Illinois Freedom of Information Act. However, a change in reporting software and apparent change in policy about releasing public police records to the public has curtailed coverage of routine police activity in Buffalo Grove. Items are often posted with limited information. Additional information is available only through the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, a process that can minimally take five days. We are working with the police department and other sources, including public access counselors at the Illinois Attorney General’s office, to find ways to expedite the release of public information. Thanks for reading.***
In Other Community News
Surprise! Amazon Fresh coming to The Clove
As the Daily Herald said “What may have been the worst kept secret in Buffalo Grove,” Village officials Monday night confirmed that Amazon Fresh will open in The Clove. According to Nicole Woods, director of community development, while no specific opening date has been established, it’s likely to be by the end of the year. The building permit, issued April 4, expires in October.
In addition to the announcement about Amazon Fresh, Woods also announced that First Watch, a breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant will open in The Clove. The Daily Herald’s coverage can be found here.
Cops set to hit the roof
The Buffalo Grove Police Department is once again participating in the “Cop on a Rooftop” fundraiser to support Special Olympics Illinois.
Members of the department will be on the roofs of the Dunkin’ locations from 5 a.m. to noon on Friday, May 16 at 245 McHenry Rd. or 1165 McHenry Rd.
Residents can stop by to contribute to the cause, buy assorted merchandise and earn a coupon for a free donut or coffee.
Parks & Public Services Day Saturday
The Buffalo Grove Park District is hosting an event to connect children and their families with their local parks and public works to create the next generation of park stewards and caretakers.
“Park and Public Services Day” is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 17 at
Mike Rylko Community Park (near the Spray 'N Play)
This free event will include live demos, nature exploring, touch-a-truck, free custard, and other family activities. For more information, contact Mike Pfeiffer at 847-850-2108.
Construction closes Fremont Way
The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) has closed Fremont Way at Arlington Heights Road as part of the Arlington Heights Road Reconstruction Project.
The closure is expected to last approximately one month. During construction, traffic may use Heritage Road as an alternate route to access Arlington Heights Road.
According to LCDOT, as part of the project a new median will be constructed on Fremont Way to restrict left turns onto Arlington Heights Road to improve safety. Additional information about the Arlington Road construction project is at this link.
Pride events on tap
The annual raising of Buffalo Grove’s pride is scheduled for 11 a.m. on May 31 at Ernie Karge, Rotary Village Green, 265 N. Buffalo Grove Rd.
The seventh annual Family Friendly Pride Parade is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 1. The route will be the same as last year with the parade route going south on Buffalo Grove Rd. to Deerfield Parkway and then west. Organizers are expecting 100 entries. Details about both events are available at pintaprideproject.com
Village surveying residents
The Village of Buffalo Grove is seeking input on local government services and the quality of life in the community.
The Village plans to use this data to evaluate satisfaction, assess priorities and benchmark sentiments over time and against other communities both regionally and nationally. Village officials say participation helps shape the future of Buffalo Grove and shares with leadership where investments are needed.
The survey can be accessed at this link.
Conducted every three to four years, the community survey helps measure resident perspectives of Village services and allow the Village to measure its impact going forward. To ensure statistical significance, the survey invitation is mailed to randomly selected households. Surveys were mailed on April 9, and households that receive an invitation are asked to follow the enclosed instructions and complete the survey.
For more information on this process, contact Assistant Village Manager Tyler Grace at tgrace@vbg.org or 847-459-2506. The survey closes on May 21, and results will be available in July.
Dreamtree Shakers concert set
“The Dreamtree Shakers” will present a concert at the Indian Trails Public Library, 355 Schoenbeck Rd. at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 17.
The family-friendly concert is for residents of all ages.
The group features Jeremy Babcock on guitar and vocals, Mani Bances on flute and saxophone, and Lenny Marsh on drum.
Free tickets will be distributed 30 minutes before the program.
Police department holding pregnancy and baby supply drive
The Buffalo Grove Police Department is collecting items for the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) during May.
Items accepted include:
· Diapers
· Wipes
· Bottles
· Pacifiers
· Sippy cups
· Feeding supplies
· Formula (new, unopened and not expired)
· Baby and children’s clothes- (all sizes)
· Blankets
· Burp clothes
· Baby soap, shampoo & lotion
· Breast pumps & materials
· Infant essentials
Items must be new and unopened, and can be dropped off 24 hours a day in the donation box located in the Police Department lobby, 46 Raupp Blvd.
DCFS is a state agency that is responsible for protecting children from abuse and neglect. It investigates reports of child maltreatment, provides services to families in need, and ensures the safety and well-being of children. DCFS also facilitates foster care, adoption, and family reunification when necessary, working to support at-risk children and strengthen families.
Village surveying residents
The Village of Buffalo Grove is seeking input on local government services and the quality of life in the community.
The Village plans to use this data to evaluate satisfaction, assess priorities and benchmark sentiments over time and against other communities both regionally and nationally. Village officials say participation helps shape the future of Buffalo Grove and shares with leadership where investments are needed.
The survey can be accessed at this link.
Conducted every three to four years, the community survey helps measure resident perspectives of Village services and allow the Village to measure its impact going forward. To ensure statistical significance, the survey invitation is mailed to randomly selected households. Surveys were mailed on April 9, and households that receive an invitation are asked to follow the enclosed instructions and complete the survey.
For more information on this process, contact Assistant Village Manager Tyler Grace at tgrace@vbg.org or 847-459-2506. The survey closes on May 21, and results will be available in July.
What’s next for branding?
Ever wonder what’s next for the big green buffalo? Village Board members got an update on the village’s branding effort, now in its 15th month, at the May 5 Board meeting from Director of Communications and Engagement, Molly Gillespie. Her presentation on the update can be found here.
Updated library app available
Users of the Indian Trails Public Library District app should update the app. The update went into service on Wednesday, May 14.
Library officials are touting “exciting improvements to enhance users’ experience” with the Library’s app.
To continue using key features like self-checkout, users will need to update to the latest version from the app store that works with their smart device.
The updated app is available at the Apple Store or on Google Play. Once updated, users will need to log back into the app.
36 cited for distracted driving
The Buffalo Grove Police Department issued 36 citations for hands-free law violations during April’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month enforcement campaign.
BGPD joined forces with the Illinois State Police, local law enforcement and highway safety partners for this enforcement effort.
It’s Little Free Library week
For more than a decade, Little Free Library has grown worldwide with more than 200,000 registered Little Free Libraries in the United States and across 128 countries.
Little Free Library week runs through May 18. There are eight registered Little Free Libraries in Buffalo Grove. More information is available at littlefreelibrary.org.
Need a Reason to Celebrate?
May 14
May 15
International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day
May 14
May 15
International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day
May 16
National Do Something Good for Your Neighbor Day
May 17
May 18
May 19
Celebrate Your Elected Officials Day
National Devil's Food Cake Day
May 20
International Red Sneakers Day
National Pick Strawberries Day
May 21
National Waiters and Waitresses Day
May 22
May 23
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The usual stuff…
· Got News?-- If
you have news about your club, school, church, synagogue or other community
organization, please submit news, information and story ideas to BuffaloGroveNews@Gmail.com.
· Subscribe by email -- If you want to receive the Buffalo Grove Report (Buffalo Grove News & Information) by email, send your email address to BuffaloGroveNews@Gmail.com.
· If you didn’t know -- The Buffalo Grove Report (Buffalo Grove News and Info), is locally and independently produced by Buffalo Grove resident Stan Zoller. A longtime journalist and journalism educator, Zoller covers Buffalo Grove and monitors news and information about the village, its schools, park district and community events. The Buffalo Grove Report is not affiliated with any municipal body. Zoller is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists and the Chicago Headline Club.
