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School board approves $19 million budget, seeks exemption from publishing report
Members of the Community Unit School District 7 Board of Education on Monday night voted to approve an $19 million budget for fiscal 2026, agreed to seek an exemption from publishing an annual statement of affairs, and approved the sale and/or trade of three district-owned properties in Gillespie.
Approval of the budget followed a 30-minute public hearing during which Supt. Shane Owsley discussed details of the document that will govern spending for the current fiscal year. Though the hearing is required by law, no members of the public attended the hearing. The proposed budget had been on file for 30 days for public review prior to Monday night’s regular monthly meeting of the board.
The budget projects anticipated expenditures of $19,426,544 for the fiscal year that began July first, against estimated revenue of $18,623.620. With those numbers, the district would expect a deficit at the end of the fiscal year of $802,924. However, Owsley explained, that deficit could be less or non-existent because he included up to one percent of the Education Fund and Transportation Fund for unexpected contingencies. Moreover, his revenue estimates are extremely conservative, projecting a decline of 1.45 percent from last year.
“As I emphasize every year, the budget is a plan,” Owsley told the board. “There are going to be things that come up. We probably will need to make adjustments at the end of the year. I do a cash flow analysis every month, and I will keep you updated throughout the year.”
For the Education Fund, the budget anticipates total revenue of $14,359,304. The lion’s share of that revenue is expected to come from state sources. More than $9.8 million of the Education Fund’s revenue is expected to come from state aid, representing 68 percent of the total. Local funding in the form of property taxes, book rentals, lunch fees, and other sources is expected to provide $2,381,840, or 17 percent of the total revenue, while $2,170,864 in federal funding will account for 15 percent of the Education Fund’s total revenue.
“Most of our money for Education comes from the state,” Owsley commented, adding that federal funding will be likely to decline in the future as COVID response programs such as Elementary and Secondary School Rescue (ESSR) expire.
The budget anticipates $14,663,346 in expenditures from the Education Fund, resulting in a $304,042 deficit. A total of $8,753,709 of the expenditures is allotted for Education, with $3,867,629 earmarked for Support Services and $1,854,841 tagged for payments to other school districts. A total of $120,000 is set aside for contingencies which would reduce the end-of-the-year deficit if not used.
The Transportation Fund is expected to receive $1,013,595 in revenue, with local funds covering 26 percent, or $258,595, of the total. State funds are expected to comprise the lion’s share of the funding at $755,000. However, a portion of the state’s share will come from Evidence Based Funding originally intended to support education costs.
Approved by the state legislature in 2017, Evidence Based Funding directed new state revenue to school districts that are farthest from achieving adequacy targets needed to pay for a quality education. While the law was intended to boost support for education services, Owsley said cuts in transportation funding are forcing school districts to commit some EBF funds to support transportation costs. He said the General Assembly is considering legislation to address the disparity in the future.
Simultaneously, the amount of EBF funds the district receives is declining, largely because the Gillespie School District has been moved from Tier I priority to Tier II, meaning it is coming closer to reacher the state-identified level of adequate funding for education.
“The good news is that we’re closer to being fully funded,” Owsley said. “The bad news is that it kicks us up from Tier I to Tier II.” As a result, EBF revenue is expected to drop from more than $300,000 last year to just $121,147 this fiscal year.
“That’s less than half of what we got last year,” Owsley said.
The new budget anticipates Transportation Fund expenditures of $1,002,091 for fiscal 2026. About 77 percent of those expenditures is earmarked for salaries and supplies, with 18 percent set aside for debt service. The budget sets asides .5 percent, or $50,000, for contingencies.
The Building Fund, which pays for operations and maintenance, is expected to receive $793,648 in revenue, with local funding covering 57 percent, or $456,759. Federal funding is expected to account for 25 percent while the state is expected to cover 18 percent. Expenditures from the Building Fund are expected to total $785,889, primarily for general maintenance, utilities, supplies and custodial services.
For Debt Service, the school district expects to receive evenue of $1,125,850 from the county School Facilities Sales Tax and expend an equal amount.
For Capital Projects, the district expects $375,405 in revenue from state and local sources but expects expenditures of $791,066, resulting in a deficit of $412,667.
The budget projects revenue of $270,083 in revenue for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund and Social Security. About 86 percent of that revenue will come from local sources, bolstered with an injection of $38,500 in EBF money. Anticipated expenditures of $479,746, will result in a deficit of $209,663 for the fund.
Revenue for the Tort Fund, primarily used for legal expenses, is expected to be $582,600 with projected expenditures of $582,556. If those numbers hold for the year, the Tort Fund will end the year $44 dollars in the black. Like the retirement fund, the Tort Fund’s revenue will come from local sources with the support of EBF money.
Working Cash, often described as a rainy day fund, is expected to get $100,135 in revenue from local sources. No expenditures are anticipated. When added to the current Working Cash Fund, the fund should end the year with a balance of $3,024,798.
Owsley said he plans to apply for a state Maintenance Grant of $50,000 which would mitigate against the deficit. He also pledged to apply for additional grants as they become available.
The budget compares revenue and expenditures by line item for the fiscal year. A truer picture of the district’s financial health lay in the fund balances. The total of all fund balances at the end of fiscal year 2025 was $15,920,564. At the end of the current fiscal year, that total is expected to drop to $15,117,640 as the district taps into reserves to meet its obligations. With $15 million in reserves against a $19 million budget, the district has about 80 percent of a year’s worth of operational costs.
Responding to a question from Amanda Ross, board member, Owsley said delays in property tax disbursements from the county have not had a significant impact on the district’s finances so far.
“We’re very fortunate to have reserves, so it hasn’t been issue for us over the past couple of years,” he said. “As reserves get spent down, it could be a problem if the delays continue.”
STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS WAIVER
The board also conducted a hearing on whether or not the district should apply for a waiver exempting the district from publishing an annual statement of affairs, ultimately authorizing the superintendent to apply for such a waiver.
State law previously required all school districts to publish a statement of affairs (basically a listing of salary ranges for all district staff and faculty) in a local newspaper. Recent legislation allows districts to apply for a five-year waiver exempting them from the requirement.
Owsley said publishing the report typically runs about $750 annually. A five year waiver would result in a savings of about $4,000.
If the waiver is granted, the district will post the annual report on its webpage.
PROPERTY SALES/TRADE
Following a 40-minute executive session to discuss personnel and real estate, the board voted unanimously to deed a district-owned lot on Park Avenue, Gillespie adjacent to Bear Creek to the City of Gillespie in exchange for city-owned parcel on the city’s northeast side that is adjacent to another parcel owned by the school. The transaction is subject to approval by the Gillespie City Council at a later date
The city reportedly has wanted to acquire the Park Avenue parcel to access Bear Creek for maintenance work without trespassing on private property.
The board also voted to sell two lots on the city’s northeast side located west of Illinois Route 4 to John Blank for $750 each, plus legal costs associated with the transaction. Board Member Dennis Tiburzi recused himself from the vote to preclude conflicts of interests due to his employment with the Macoupin County Public Health Department, which is directed by Blank’s wife.
All three parcels were declared surplus property several months ago.
SIXTH DAY ENROLLMENT
The board briefly discussed the district’s sixth day enrollment report which shows a continuing downward trend in enrollment.
Total district attendance has declined from 1,073 last year to 1,044 this year. Owsley provided an 11-year summary showing attendance has steadily declined from 1,325 students enrolled in 2015-16.
With 495 students, enrollment at Ben-Gil Elementary School is down from 498 last year and 645 in 2015-16. Middle School enrollment is down to 237 from 245 last year and 310 in 2015-16. High School enrollment is down to 312 from 330 a year ago and 370 in 2015-16.
Owsley said CUSD 7 is far from alone in dealing with declining enrollment.
“We’re at an all-time low for all three buildings,” he said. “Every single school in the county has seen decreases in enrollment. Every school in the South Central Conference is seeing declines.”
Owsley said CUSD 7’s enrollment decline rate is the third fastest in the county. He said administrators will be studying birth rates and other data to predict future potential declines in enrollment.
“The days of having 100 or more students in a class have definitely gone away,” he said.
Since state aid payments are based on enrollment, serious declines in enrollment can affect a district’s access to state revenue.
PERSONNEL
As result of executive session discussion, the board voted unanimously to hire Jeff Nehls as Gillespie High School head women’s track and field coach, and voted unanimously to hire Michael Otten as the freshmen men’s basketball coach.
On a motion by Bill Carter, seconded by Ross, the board voted unanimously to appoint Asia Washington as a volunteer high school cheerleading coach, pending confirmation of certification and a routine background check.
In separate actions, the board hired Ben Maddox as a full-route bus driver, and accepted the resignation of Quentin Heyen as a full-time bus driver. By a unanimous vote, the board hired Leah Maddox-Taylor as a substitute bus driver, pending confirmation of certification and a routine background check.
DISTRICT FOCUS
During a District Focus segment, Supt. Owsley introduced Chef Andy Hirstein, formerly of the Barracks restaurant, and the Gillespie High School/Middle School cafeteria staff. Hirstein was hired this year to oversee food service in the cafeteria.
“I cannot be happier with what’s going on in the high school/middle school cafeteria,” Owsley said. He read from a list of recent food options offered during the school lunch period, including John Wayne casserole, oven fried chicken, jambalaya, fruit smoothies, Hawaiian chicken wrap and other offerings. “We have a full-blown restaurant in our cafeteria now. We have meals that people would come in off the street and pay for.”
Owsley said Hirstein provided him with a report on the cost of food for the first month of school that was half of food costs for the same period last year. “Not only are we putting out an amazing spread, but are costs are down as well,” Owsley said.
Owsley said the number of students eating lunch on campus hit 300 last week. “For a school with an open campus at lunch, that’s incredible,” he said.
GHS Principal Jill Rosentreter said that apart from the quality of the food, Hirstein and staff have created a “great atmosphere.”
“There is laughter, there is camaraderie, there is respect, there is discussion,” she said. “It’s a completely changed environment.”
In addition to the food quality and atmosphere, GMS Principal Patrick McGinthy said the food presentation is superior.
Board member Kellie Vesper commented on Hirstein’s and staff’s uniforms, saying that contributed to the operation’s professionalism and commands respect from students.
Ross noted that the new emphasis on quality and variety is important because “some kids don’t get to go home to a warm meal at night.”
In addition to Hirstein, the cafeteria staff includes Amy Costello, Makayla Cunningham and Brittany Hughes.
PARTNERSHIP DONATION
Owsley publicly acknowledged a $30,000 grant from the Partnership for Educational Excellence to purchase personal computing devices for students. Over the past four years, the Partnership has donated a total of $120,000 to purchase computer devices for student use.
“We couldn’t do what we do without their generosity,” Owsley said.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2026
Edwin L. Rhodes, 68 of Gillespie, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for dangerous drugs/methamphetamine delivery.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Elm Street and Fulton Street. Sebastian S. Nessl, 31 of Gillespie, was issued citations for suspended registration due to no insurance, operating an uninsured vehicle, and expired registration.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Hard Road in Benld. Ricky L. Murphy of Fillmore, was issued a citation for failure to change address and suspended registration.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Cottage Avenue in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Francis Street in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Pine Street. Adam M. Wagner, 33 of Benld, was issued citations for suspended registration and expired registration.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Hard Road in Benld. April R. McNealy, 39 of Mt. Olive, was issued citations for disobeying a stop sign and expired registration.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to a battery. Eric M. Streeb, 37 of Staunton, was arrested for aggravated battery.
Timothy J. Dalpozzo, 58 of Benld, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear on larceny.
An officer was out in the 200 block of East Locust Street in Benld in reference to a security check.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Oak Street in reference to a 911 call.
Kourtney K. Claro, 34 of Benld, was arrested on a Madison County Warrant for failure to appear on unlawful possession.
An officer was dispatched to the Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to identity theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to Clay Street and Park Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of West Burton Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to fraud.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Walnut Street in reference to an alarm sounding.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of North Main Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to a stolen vehicle from the 200 block of North Kentucky in Benld.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Elm Street in East Gillespie. Hannah E. Naugle, 25 of Gillespie, was given a citation for expired registration.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Elm Street and Macoupin Street. Ruthie J. Kahl, 35 of Carlinville, was issued a citation for expired registration.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Illinois Avenue and Springfield Road in East Gillespie. Christopher T. Brickey, 30 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for driving while his license was suspended.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Illinois Avenue. Jess P. Barker, 69 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of South Hard Road in Benld in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to criminal trespass to property in the 400 block of Broadway Street.
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue in the 300 block of Park Avenue.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Francis Street in reference to a 911 call.
Anita S. Grizzle, 49 of Gillespie, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for possession of a controlled substance, dangerous drugs, and a Madison County warrant for failure to appear on dangerous drugs.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer recovered a vehicle that was reported stolen from the 200 block of North Kentucky Street in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Wilson Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Francis Street in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Oak Street in reference to a civil issue.
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to fraud in the 200 block of North Kentucky Street in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North 6th Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Staunton Road and Hard Road in Mt. Clare. Chandler M. Hayes, 26 of Thayer, was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and 5th Street in Benld. Amanda L. Martinek, 35 of Mt. Olive, was issued a citation for operating uninsured vehicle.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2026
Cody R. Ikerman, 35 of Gillespie, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for driving while license was suspended.
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment in the 600 block of Broadway Street.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 200 block of North Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Dorsey Street in Benld in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Oak Street in reference to criminal trespass.
The School Recourse Officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Horizon Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Street in reference to unwanted solicitors.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld to assist DCFS.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of West Wilson Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at South Street and Macoupin Street. Claudette N. Cruse, 48 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for improper use of registration.
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North 2nd Street, 400 block of West Oak Street, and the 200 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to criminal defacement of property. The juvenile suspects were located.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Walnut Street in Benld in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 5th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Oak Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to Schmidt Street in East Gillespie in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to suspicious activity.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Stacy L. Marshall, 59 of Wilsonville, is charged with stalking/cause fear of safety and driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a January 23 incident.
Jarod A. Fagan, 41 of Carlinville, is charged with aggravated use of a communications device/death, two counts of aggravated DUI/crash/death, driving under the influence of alcohol, registration expiration, improper traffic lane usage, transporting/carrying alcohol, and seat belt required in connection with a December 9 incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Frederic J. Skinner, 22 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal damage to property (<$500) in connection with a December 30 incident.
Noel J. Kennon, 47 of Benld, is charged with criminal trespass to a building in connection with a January 12 incident.
TRAFFIC
Jessica D. Jackson, 37 of Girard, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with a January 27 incident.
Mason C. Marquette, 18 of Virden, is charged with speeding 35+ mph over the limit and transporting/carrying alcohol in connection with a January 21 incident.
Joshua D. Strode, 48 of Chatham, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with a January 18 incident.
Rhiannon P. Ewin, 26 of Carlinville, is charged with speeding 35+ mph over the limit and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a January 28 incident.
Denae L. Clements, 32 of Gillespie, is charged with canceled/revoked/suspended registration and expired registration in connection with a January 27 incident.
Anna M. Bearup, 44 of Auburn, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with a January 27 incident.
Amanda M. McDowell, 43 of Staunton, is charged with driving on a suspended license, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and expired registration in connection with a January 27 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Ellie J. Ondrey versus Zachary C. Ondrey
- Lillyan Hawkins versus Drew M. Hawkins
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- John Louis Osborne and Melissa Jeannine Harbaugh, both of Hettick
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 25, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Pine Street in reference to suspicious activity.
An officer spoke with the female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer was dispatched to Staunton Road and Southern Street in reference to a motorist assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Oak Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Park Avenue in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Central in Benld by the Illinois Department of Transportation in reference to a vehicle that had been parked on their snow route, and they needed to be moved. Amy J. Arnold, 34 of Benld, was issued a citation for illegal parking.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and 5th Street in Benld. Dakota N. Lytle, 27 of Staunton, was issued a citation for operating an uninsured vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a security check.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Park Street and Illinois Street in Benld. Alexander C. Richardson, 29 of Benld, was issued a citation for expired registration.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Dorsey Road in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Avenue in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was out in the 100 block of West Pine with a subject riding an ATV on the roadway.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Oak Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Elm Street, Chelsa R. Pruden, 36 of Staunton, was issued a citation for operating an uninsured vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Maple Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Hickory Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North Kentucky Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Walnut Street. Denae L. Clements, 32 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for suspended registration for no insurance and expired registration.
The school resource officer assisted the Department of Children and Family Services in reference to a juvenile issue at Ben-Gil Elementary School.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Illinois Street in East Gillespie. Christian M. Garrison, 25 of Girard, was issued a citation for failure to change address.
An officer spoke with a male at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to criminal trespass in the 300 block of North Kentucky Street in Benld.
The school resource officer was dispatched for a student who fled from school. The child was located and returned to her residence.
An officer was dispatched to Mt. Clare Drive in Mt. Clare in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was out with a vehicle in the ditch in the 300 block of Kelly Street, assisting until a tow truck could arrive.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Oak Street in reference to a 911 call.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
The school resource officer was dispatched to Gillespie High School in reference to a fight between two juveniles.
An officer was dispatched to the Gillespie High School in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a fight.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Staunton Road and Division Street in Mt. Clare. Donald E. Ruyle, 52 of Benld, was arrested for driving while license was suspended.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Dorsey Road in Mt. Clare in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was out at Francis Street and South Street in reference to a motorist assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Oak Street in reference to an animal complaint.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2026
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue on West Oak Street in Benld.
An officer was out in the 200 block of Locust Street in Benld in reference to a security check.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North 6th Street in Benld in reference to theft. Tabitha M. Pratt, 39 of Benld, was arrested for theft, possession of another credit/debit card, and possession of a lost or mislaid credit/debit card.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Walnut Street in Benld in reference to a burglary.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Green Street in reference to criminal damage.
An officer was dispatched to North 8th Street in Benld in reference to a motorist assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Park Avenue in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to a theft in Benld.
The school resource officer took a report of an assault on a juvenile and reported it to the Department of Children and Family Services.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2026
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Oak Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at 3rd Street and Dorsey Road in Mt. Clare. Gregory A. Boaz, 32 of Mt. Clare, was issued citations for expired registration and operating an uninsured vehicle.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Elm Street in East Gillespie. Isabelle G. Manning, 21 of Edwardsville, was issued citations for expired registration and operating an uninsured vehicle.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and LJ Ave. Jynnafer E. Marin, 44 of Coffeen, was issued a citation for driving on a suspended registration.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 300 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Macoupin Street. Kerri D. Felchlin, 43 of Edwardsville, was issued citations for expired registration and operating an uninsured vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Easton Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in reference to a civil standby.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
