Buffalo Grove

Village nets pair of safest city rankings

The village reported that Buffalo Grove was ranked as the 18th safest city in the United States, according to a recent report produced by Neighborhood Scout, a group that creates an annual rating list of the top 100 safest cities in the country. Ratings are determined from data provided by 18,000 law enforcement agencies throughout the U.S., and take into account the population of the community and the incidence of a variety of crimes per 1,000 residents. The types of crimes include burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, murder, rape, armed robbery and aggravated assault. Buffalo Grove was one of only three Illinois communities to rank among the top 20. In addition, the village recently was ranked as the second safest city in Illinois with a population of 30,000 or more by Value Penguin.

Deer Park

Schedule set for St. Paddy’s 5K/10K fundraiser

The 2016 Deer Park St. Paddy’s 5K/10K will be held on March 12 at Deer Park Town Center, 20530 N. Deer Park Blvd. Awards will be presented to the top three overall finishers, as well as the top three (male and female) in the following age groups: 14-and-under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64 and 65-and-up. Event Day packet pick-up begins at 7:15 a.m. and closes at 8:05 a.m., followed by the Kids Dash at 8:20 a.m., the 5K/10K at 8:30 a.m., and an awards ceremony at 9:15 a.m. — including green soda pop, chocolate gold coins and other Irish-inspired treats, and live Irish music. A pre-event packet pick-up will be available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

March 11 at Road Runner Sports, 20291 N. Rand Road, Kildeer. Registration fees are $40 (5K) and $45 (10K). Proceeds will benefit WINGS Program, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending domestic violence. To register for the St. Paddy’s 5K/10K, visit www.allcommunityevents.com. For more information, call (224) 757-5425 or visit www.villageofdeerpark.com.

Lincolnshire

Pie maven Haney to hold program at library

The Vernon Area Public Library District will host a program featuring renowned pie maven Paula Haney of Hoosier Mama Pie Co. from 2-3 p.m. March 13 at Stevenson High School, 1 Lincolnshire Drive (Room 2104). Haney will demonstrate how to make “perfect” pie dough, and provide samples. In addition, copies of Haney’s book, “Hoosier Mama Book of Pie” will be available for purchase and signing. The event, co-sponsored by the Stevenson Foundation, is free and open to the public. To register, visit www.bit.ly/HoosierMama.com or call (847) 415-4121. For more information, call (224) 543-1485 or visit www.valpd.info.

Antioch

Village to remove diseased or dying parkway trees

The village announced that its Public Works Department currently is marking parkway trees that have been scheduled for removal with an orange “X.” Such trees have been identified as diseased or dying, and their removal is in the interest of public safety. Currently, the village does not have a program for the replacement of trees. Residents wishing to replace parkway trees at their own cost may do so after approval is granted from the Public Works Department. Prior to purchasing or planting a tree in the village right-of-way, a permit must be obtained identifying the species and location. There is no fee for the permit. For more information, including a list of available tree species, visit www.antioch.il.gov or call the Public Works Department at (847) 395-1881.

Highland Park

City seeks feedback on noise ordinance hours

The city announced that it is seeking residents’ feedback on an amendment to Municipal Code, Chapter 95: Nuisances. The current regulation states that any noises disturbing or breaking the rest, sleep or quiet of individuals past 7 p.m. on any day of the week may be deemed a public nuisance. The city is considering a time frame of 10 p.m. on weekends (when the following day is Saturday, Sunday or a legal holiday), and a time frame of 8 p.m. on weeknights (when the following day is Monday through Friday). By comparison, neighboring communities generally have quiet hours after 10 p.m. on weekdays and after 11 p.m. on weekends. Noise and nuisance regulations exclude outdoor dining on any public right-of-way, construction occurring entirely inside a building or structure, commercial filming approved by the city, and activities approved as part of a special use and special event by the city. Highland Park’s current regulations are available at www.cityhpil.com/nuisances. To contact the City Manager’s Office with any feedback or recommendations regarding possible modifications or other considerations, call (847) 926-1000 or send an email to cityhp@cityhpil.com.

Lake Zurich

Parks & Rec to host pair of Easter-themed events

The village’s Parks & Recreation Department will host Breakfast with the Bunny from 8-11 a.m. March 19 at Lake Zurich Retired Firefighters Association Hall, 77 S. Old Rand Road, followed by the annual Egg Hunt (for ages 2-10 with an adult) from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Lions Park, 81 E. Main Street. Cost for the buffet-style breakfast is $7 (adults) and $5 (children ages 2 and up), and includes photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. The Egg Hunt (free of charge) will feature a hunt for eggs hidden in designated areas by the Easter Bunny, as well as a Moon Bounce, games and a DJ playing dance tunes. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information, call (847) 438-5146 or visit www.lakezurich.org.

Deerfield

Chamber of Commerce to host Networking Breakfast

The DBR (Deerfield-Bannockburn-Riverwoods) Chamber of Commerce will host a Networking Breakfast session from 7:30-9 a.m. March 11 at Ristorante Abruzzo, 483 Lake Cook Road (Deer Park Plaza), Deerfield. The fee is $12 for members and $15 for guests, and includes breakfast. The event is intended for business professionals in the area seeking to increase their business through referrals and other networking opportunities. Attendees are encouraged to bring numerous business cards. To register, and for more information, call (847) 945-4660 or visit www.dbrchamber.com.

–Lake County News Briefs–