Our local schools employ city police as “school resource officers” (SROs) via intergovernmental agreements, and have for years. The objectives are enhanced safety and better relations between law enforcement and the public. What people don’t know is many Illinois schools, including District 428, have turned to SROs to take on disciplinary roles for school infractions…
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Series: DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center Spotlight
I’m gathering the DCRNC posts into one place chronologically (just as I’ve done for the housing authority posts). The DCRNC series began November 2021 as a way to explain development of the county home’s financial crisis. It has since evolved into coverage of the debate and decisions that will determine its future. I’ve also created…
Looking for Corn Fest Financial Postings?
We’re doing a brisk business today in searches for Corn Fest postings, particularly financial reports. Hitting the Corn Fest tag will present them in a pleasing reverse chronology for you. Enjoy!
Statement of Non-Retraction of District 428 Utilities Post
A certain person has suggested I “correct” my posting called Sampling of Electric Bills, Old DHS and New, on the grounds that I got it wrong about why District 428 can’t pay its bills. On the contrary, no correction is needed. Due to the small sample size and obvious adjustments made to one of the…
Interesting Search Terms
Here are a few of the search terms people have used recently that led them to the citybarbs blog. Thought you might enjoy. “hunted houses” “universal rest group dekalb” “i lost minutes for a meeting” “1971, that was a bad year for libraries” “pig poop is black” People also wanted to see firefighters saving cats,…
City Barbs Turns 5
Most blogs don’t last a year, but we’ve been here five as of today, tallying over 700 posts and nearly 4,000 comments. Many thanks to CB contributors, whether you write for us or read us or send background, tips and juicy rumors to follow!