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F PAGE 20-PLAINDEALER-WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 1973 CONCLUDE HEARINGS ON DEVELOPMENT (Continued from page 1) new plan showed less com­ mercial, no more marina, no more industrial park, etc. "It would probably be more with today's costs", he replied. Taggert admitted two hearings had been held witn the city of McHenry in 1972. Franz queried, "Did you ask for something?" Taggert replied, "Not especially". Franz asked, "Did you explore the possibility of annexation to the city of McHenry at one of the meetings?" Taggert said," No, not really". He wanted to meet with the city's planning com­ mission to see if they were receptive. Franz persisted, "Receptive to what?" Taggert retorted, "To see if annexation was possible". When Franz questioned the developer as to how the effluent would pass from the sewer plant into the river and what route it would take, Taggert said he didn't know. Yet at the first hearing, he related the plant would be "activated sludge with secondary treat­ ment and effluent 88 per cent pure". In October, Taggert testified that if zoning should be gran­ ted, the project would come into the county and ask for a Planned Unit Development (PUD). At this hearing he referred the question to his attorney and his planner. Zoning Board Member Ray Deneen of Marengo asked Taggert if he ever considered building a foot bridge over the bay since one of the main ob­ jections was that those who walk to town had to go a long way around. Taggert said it had been considered and "it's still a possibility". First witness for the ob­ jectors was Robert Grossman of Buffalo Grove, a city planner who did a comprehensive plan for the city of McHenry from 1968 until 1970. The completed plan is under consideration by the city of McHenry but has not as yet been adopted. In the city's comprehensive plan, it was determined that the land proposed for the Port Royal development should be designated as a park which would provide access to the river. The planners advised that even though the Fox river covers a lot of territory, there are very few places where people have access to the river. Grossman appeared at the hearing as an "unpaid witness because I have friends in this community". To him the project appeared to be a typical Planned Unit Development. He pointed out that jn 1970 there were ap^ proximately 2,300 acres of land in the city of McHenry with a population of 7,500. The proposed population on these 230 acres is 4,000 people. "That's putting half the size of the present population on 10 per cent of the size of McHenry," Grossman stressed. In the comprehensive plan, prepared by Grossman and his associates, a second city sewerage plant was proposed west of the river, north of the state park. However, the city decided to expand its present plant to increase its capacity to handle a population of from 15,000 to 17,000. In a later report made by Baxter and Woodman, a sanitary engineering firm, it was recommended that a pumping station be erected on the east side of the river to bring sewage to the expanded plant. Grossman felt the development should be located in the city even if it is more expensive because the city has higher and stricter building codes and would be better able to cope with a plan of this magnitude. "Standards that the city upholds would make it a better project", Grossman said. Under cross examination by Caldwell, Grossman said that operation of treatment plants is strictly enforced and checked by the State of Illinois and the EPA. Chairman Smith informed those present that he had received a letter from the McHenry County Defenders (MCD) which cited several objections. He pointed out that the board cannot consider as evidence letters only. If a person has anything to say, he must come to the hearing and testify and be willing to un­ dergo cross examination. Laurie Huml, a member of the MCD, took the stand and asked that the board take under consideration MCD objections which include increased traffic, stagnation of the lagoon, sewage plant operation, in­ creased boat traffic, further pollution of the river, etc. At the close of the hearing. Caldwell summed up by saying that much of the testimony presented was outside the scope of the function of the Zoning Board of Appeals. Its main function is to determine whether or not the highest and best use of this land would be the project as submitted on the drawings presented at these hearings. He pointed out there is a need for a residential development in the area. This project is not designed to drain off from the business districts in the city of McHenry, Caldwell contended. The proposed commercial area would just take care of the general shopping needs of the community. It was designed to provide a free flow of traffic, designates land for a school site and provides open spaces, Caldwell said. He contended that "an­ nexation is a voluntary action between the city and the developer and must be agreed to by both parties. It is not a valid objection. The Zoning Board of Appeals will not make a decision on River road, that will be done by the County board on the recommendation of Rakow and the road com­ mittee," Caldwell pointed out. He concluded by saying, "This is an orderly develop­ ment and is the highest and best use for the land." Franz, in his summarization, submitted that the project was just "so many lines on paper and has as much substance as that". He felt not enough basic data had been presented to justify drawings submitted at the hearings. His list of objections included cutting off River road, location of the sewage disposal plant, proposed use of the lagoon, density of the property, no market studies, lack of candor and basic insincerity shown by the developers, increased traffic on the highway and River road, harmful effects of effluent in the Fox river, pollution of the river due to more boats and' "it would completely destroy the character of this residential and recreational area." Franz stressed that the project should be annexed to the city of McHenry because this is a logical extension of the city. He stated the city of McHenry should embrace the river as the great cities in Europe do. In conclusion, Franz asked that the board deny the petition OPEN HOUSE!!! FRI.,SAT.,SUN.,APRIL 6 - 7 -_8 ^Superior f .a:.'-11 i Visibility unlimited. Super io r s the way to rea l ly see the s igh ts . A t ru ly panoramic expanse o f w indows. P len ty h igh and p len ty w ide. Front , rear and s ides . 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While waiting for traffic to clear, his van was struck by Matchen's truck. A two-car accident Friday afternoon at the intersection of Meadow lane and Acorn path, Wonder Lake, resulted in slight injuries for Stella Prushinski of 9017 Acorn Path, Wonder Lake. She was taken to Memorial hospital by the Wonder Lake Rescue squad, where she received treatment. Thomas P. Carroll of 8911 Sunset, Wonder Lake, was north-bound on Meadow when the east-bound Prushinski auto came into the intersection without stopping, according to police. The other driver said she didn't see any approaching vehicles until the collision occurred. Barbara Goebel of 2714 Sterling drive, McHenry, was cited for improper passing on the left following an accident Tnursday morning on Route 2fl, for rezoning at this time because, "It is not necessary* and it should not be done". Board Chairman Smith adjourned the hearing by ob­ serving that "We've tried to be fair and let all have their say". The board will meet April 23 and present a decision to the County board for a final decision. near the intersection of Gracy road, south of McHenry. Ms. Goebel had pulled out to pass when she saw a car ap­ proach from the opposite direction. She attempted to slow and get behind the vehicle in front of her but she started to skid and slid into the ap­ proaching vehicle driven by Dean Paul of 3609 Young street, McHenry, which had pulled off on the shoulder of the road to avoid a collision. MUSIN" N' MEANDERIN" (Continued from page 1) has given their children, both from the point of scholastic improvement and also in the area of citizenship. Give it a try. Many folks would feel mighty bad if fthere should be no Viscount organization in which they could express their pride. We understand there has been some fraudulent collec­ ting for the Red Cross in our, own community. When a McHenry lady received a notice through the mail asking for a donation, she called Red Cross headquarters to say she had given money to two young ladies who called at the door. When she was in­ formed that the Red Cross solicits support only by mail, the lady realized her money had gone into somebody else's pocket. K.A.F. CATTLE FEEDERS CONSIDER BOYCOTT (Continued from page 1) dropped to .14 a pound. There was little publicity about this. The price of eggs for the past two years was lower than depression levels. Many producers went out of business. Now that the price of livestock has come up for a slight profit level the consumer wants to boycott the farmer. Gene Meyer, livestock producer, says there is one way to beat the high price of meat. Raise your own and keep your fingers crossed. SET PERTINENT DATES FOR CITY, SCHOOL ELECTIONS (Continued from page 1) On ttyat date the electorate will vote for three members of the board for the full term of three years and one member for a one-year term. , Applications for an absentee ballot must be submitted personally or by mail to T.N. Pohl, Office of Business Ser­ vices, McHenry County College, Crystal Lake, 60014. Applications by mail must be received by the college by April 9. The deadline for coming in personally for voting by ab­ sentee ballot will be Wed­ nesday, April 11. Further information may be obtained by contacting the School Hosts Book Exhibit Because of the fine turnout last year, District 15 is hosting another book exhibit April 7 at Parkland school between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Nearly forty educational materials companies have agreed to exhibit their wares. The educational material will cover grades K-12 with an emphasis on the elementary levels. Interested parents are en­ couraged to view the exhibit and see for themselves some of the educational materials being used in the nation's schools. PUBLIC HEALTH PROBLEMS WILL BE AIRED APRIL 4th (Continued from page 1) Conservation Service. Anyone interested in working with the McHenry County Board of Health through the Public Health council, or is interested in simply gathering information relating to health problems and defining health needs, and meet the requirement of being age 17 or more, should plan to attend this informative meetings. Office of Business Services, at the college. Those who would like to spend an enjoyable hour or so should visit Parkland school next Saturday. WITHDRAWS FROM RACE Marvin Carby announced Monday morning that he will not be a candidate for board member in School District 15 in the April 14 election. Mr. Carby's name will appear on the ballot, however, because his decision came too late to meet the legal withdrawal deadline. 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