The Homewood Village Board passed an ordinance at the July 14 meeting to establish local regulations to ensure safety for the use of electric bikes (e-bikes) and electric scooters (e-scooters) ahead of upcoming state legislation. According to a memo by Homewood Chief of Police Thomas Johnson, the increasing popularity of[Read More…]
Author: Summer Kiswani
Dog safety: Dog trainer shares preventive tips following dog attacks
Note: This story is the third in a three-part series that originally was published in the July 1 print edition. As concerns over dog attacks in Homewood continue, dog trainer Sonia Fetherling shares advice on prevention, responsible ownership and how residents can better protect themselves and their pets. Fetherling, a[Read More…]
Dog safety: Homewood officials address concerns on dog safety
Note: This story is the second in a three-part series that originally was published in the July 1 print edition. The increase in dog attacks in Homewood has sparked discussions about public safety, responsible pet ownership and how village officials can address the problem. After residents urged village officials to[Read More…]
Dog safety: Dog attack survivors urge safety changes
Note: This story is the first in a three-part series that originally was published in the July 1 print edition. Dog attacks in Homewood have become increasingly problematic. Frightening encounters have left residents scarred — physically, emotionally or both, changing how they view walking in their neighborhoods. This has left[Read More…]
Homewood launches first youth civics academy this summer
The Village of Homewood is introducing a new youth civics academy to give Homewood residents ages 10-14 an inside look at how local government operates through hands-on activities and behind-the-scenes experiences. The one-day program will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 31, at Homewood’s Municipal Campus,[Read More…]
Homewood approves bid process for sale of village-owned downtown property
The Homewood Village Board approved an ordinance June 23 allowing staff to begin the process of soliciting bids for the sale of a village-owned property at 18157 Dixie Highway, formerly resale shop Repeat Boutique. The village purchased the property in May for $100,000 from Grand Prairie Services Integrated Health. The[Read More…]
Homewood board approves special use permit for downtown event center
The Homewood Village Board approved a special use permit June 23 for Darshawn Hunter and Quanteisha Carter of Q and T Elegant Affairs to operate an event center in a commercial space at 18027 Dixie Highway. According to Noah Schumerth, Homewood director of economic and community development, the event center[Read More…]
Holladay Properties reps hear from community members about downtown developments
Residents shared mixed reactions to plans for two developments in downtown Homewood being developed by Holladay Properties. Representatives for Holladay Properties were questioned on rent prices, greenspace and parking at an open house June 16 at the Homewood Science Center that focused on the upcoming transit-oriented development projects for 2024[Read More…]
Homewood approves new three-year contract with Teamsters Union Local No. 700
The Homewood Village Board approved a new three-year collective bargaining agreement at the June 23 meeting with Teamsters Union Local No. 700, which represents village clerks. According to Terence Acquah, Homewood assistant village manager, the contract includes wage increases, expanded compensatory time and changes to employee benefits. The agreement replaces[Read More…]
Homewood board approves stop signs at Cedar Road and Howe Avenue
The Homewood Village Board approved the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Cedar Road and Howe Avenue at the June 9 meeting in an effort to improve traffic safety and address concerns raised by residents. According to Homewood Public Works Director Joshua Burman, the recommendation is to remove[Read More…]
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