The Homewood board of trustees approved a request for approximately $69,000 of motor fuel tax funds to be allocated for supplemental street salt to meet the village’s ongoing needs.
The most recent snowfall — 10.7 inches according to the National Weather Service — proved a challenge to the village in its aftermath, with some side streets still covered in snow one week later. John Schaefer, director of public works, explained that supply chain difficulties play a crucial role in the village's winter road maintenance ability.
"I want to apologize to our residents for the inconvenience," Schaefer said at . . .
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