I was saddened to hear of the tragic events on Aurora’s west side today, safety of the community is paramount at this moment, and I encourage all residents to follow the counsel of Aurora’s officials and law enforcement. 
I wish a speedy and full recovery to the brave officers who responded to the call of duty, my thoughts and condolences are with their families and loved ones. 
I commend the professionalism of the Aurora police department, and thank all the emergency and first responders from around the state for their support of our great city, which I believe will show it’s best self as we come together in the following days to heal and move forward.

From Alderman Carl Franco:

Due to the frigid temps, the side streets were not plowed curb to curb. If that were done the city would have wanted to salt those streets but the low temps would not allow the salt to be effective and hence create a more slippery situation.
With the snow event tonight, the plan is to plow the side streets curb to curb tomorrow once the snow stops and salt then as the temps will be high enough for the salt to be effective. We have used a lot of salt thus far this year and resources are slim so we don’t want to waste salt when it won’t have an effect.

Due to scheduling conflicts, the January monthly homeowners meeting has been changed to January 24th. Please join us.

 Looking for something to do? January 26th and January 27th 9am – 4pm? Birds of Prey shows and family activities at the Starved Rock Visitor Center, Starved Rock Lodge and Illinois Waterway Visitor Center. See brochure.  Take a short hike to the top of Starved Rock for live eagle viewing or join the park naturalist for a guided eagle viewing tour. Call for more information. For a full schedule of events, please visit https://illinoisaudubon.org/.

Wishing everyone a Safe, Healthy and Happy Holiday season!

Enjoy the pictures from Breakfast with Santa this past Sunday. Please feel free to download any of your photos. Thanks to all who attended!

Breakfast with Santa, December 8th from 9-11am. Residents of Orchard Valley are invited to bring their children or grandchildren. Be sure to make your reservations ASAP as we are limited to the number of people we  can accommodate. Hope to see you there. Happy Holidays!  Complete details can be found HERE.