The briefs: Aurora traffic crackdown

Aurora traffic crackdown

Aurora police said Tuesday that an overnight traffic detail that ran into the early morning hours of Sunday resulted in 23 citations, nine written warnings and five traffic-related arrests. Police said they specifically were looking for traffic violations at several intersections that account for the highest number of accidents in the city. Officers put a special emphasis on stopping drunken drivers, but said they made no DUI arrests during the special patrols. Similar enforcement efforts will continue in the future, police said.

Gang awareness seminar:

Parents and community members can learn about gang awareness starting at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 12 at Willowbrook High School, 1250 S. Ardmore Ave., Villa Park. Charla Waxman, Director of Business Development at Linden Oaks at Edward Hospital, will speak in Room 2. The next Parent Resource Night is at 6:30 p.m. April 15 and Waxman will speak again to parents about opportunities for students following graduation. The presentation will highlight the transitions to post-secondary education and entering the workplace. For details, call Evan Whitehead at (630) 782-2826.

Lombard hires new planner

The village of Lombard Community Development Department hired Stuart Moynihan as its new associate planner. He'll primarily offer initial customer service response to residents, businesses and the development community, and will review development permits, prepare zoning reports and undertake special planning projects.