Take precautions to prevent nuisance coyotes
It's not uncommon to see a coyote around St. Charles. Coyotes have become a permanent fixture in rural, urban and suburban areas throughout Illinois, and are they are not going away any time soon.
The city of St. Charles, which receives occasional reports of coyote sightings, is sharing precautions and tips for dealing with coyotes.
• Take away all unintentional food sources, such as bird feeders, and be sure to secure your trash.
• Never leave small pets unattended while they are outside. Coyotes prey on smaller animals.
• If a coyote does approach you, yell, stand up and wave your arms or throw something at it to scare it away.
There also are experienced trappers licensed by the state of Illinois who can safely remove a coyote from the area. A list of licensed professionals is available from the University of Illinois Extension Office at web.extension.illinois.edu/wildlife/professionals.cfm.
About the City of St. Charles
Friendly neighborhoods, diverse retailers, international employers, innovative schools, beautiful parks, varied cultural amenities, and unique architecture have earned St. Charles its reputation as the Pride of the Fox. Located in both DuPage and Kane counties, the City of St. Charles is 35 miles west of downtown Chicago, and has a population of approximately 33,000. Over 2,100 businesses, consisting of a balanced mix of retailers, restaurants and manufacturing facilities, employ more than 18,000 people. The City of St. Charles was named the #1 City for Families by Family Circle® magazine in 2011; one of the "150 Great Places in Illinois," by the AIA Illinois; and one of the "Top 10 Towns To Live In" by West Suburban Living magazine. Visit www.stcharlesil.gov.