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1 ENROUTE TO VICTORY - Today he is Mayor Stanek, and when this picture was taken Tuesday Joseph Stanek and his wife were on their way to making that title a reality. The Plaindealer photographer snapped the couple as they approached the polling place in Ward 2. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD " M E A N W H I L E B A C K A T V T H E C O U R T H O U S E " BRANCH COURT Associate Circuit Judge William Gleason Daniel L. Deja, 1511 N. Freund, McHenry, guilty of theft under $150, placed on two years' probation. Another charge of theft under $150 was nolle prossed on a motion by the State's Attorney. Michael J. McCormack, 2408 W. Manor lane, McHenry, guilty of theft under $150, placed on one year probation. Associate Circuit Judge Leonard Brody L.S. Wahl, Orchard Beach drive, McHenry, charged with creating and maintaining a nuisance, case nolle prossed on payment of costs. OMPLAINTS Officer Robert Winters of the McHenry Police department charges that on April 9, Fredrick W. Felde of 1415 S. Lily Lake road, McHenry, committed the offense of purchase, acceptance, possession or consumption of alcoholic liquor by a person of non-age. Hearing date April 25. Elmer Steinsdorfer charges that on March 18, William T. Rollins of 315 Hoy, Woodstock, committed the offense of burglary in that he did enter a building known as Steiny's House of Prager, 3421 W. Elm, McHenry, with intent to commit a theft therein. Bond set at $10,000, court date April 26. Elmer Steinsdorfer charges that on March 18, William T. Rollins of 315 Hoy, Woodstock, committed the offense of theft aver $150 in that he did enter Steiny's House of Prager and take $97 in cash, a 410 single shot gun, a 410 bolt action gun and five cartons of cigarettes. T "THOSE" WON DERFUL" 1 Council Replaces Squad Cars; Hear Police Report Two replacement squad cars were purchased for the police department at Monday night's meeting of the City Council. The following bids were submitted for air- conditioned squad cars: Buss Ford Sales, station wagon, $3,290, squad car, $2,805; Mitchell Buick, station wagon, $2,930, squad car, $2,850; Payton Chevy, station wagon $3,210.10, squad car $2,622.63. Following a review of the bids, the Council agreed to purchase the station wagon from Mitchell Buick and the squad car from Payton Chevy. The Council also authorized Police Chief Kenneth Espey to approach these bidders and find out if a larger engine than called for on the specifications can be purchased for an ad­ ditional $50 to facilitate operation of the cars. A question arose as to the necessity of air conditioning in the squads. Chief Espey noted that when an officer has to spend 6 to 8 hours a day in a squad during the summer, he is much fresher and more alert when in an air conditioned car. The five-man Police Com­ mission board appeared at the meeting and presented their annual Police Pension board report on investments. They also submitted their suggested tax levy for the next fiscal year. Arnold Rauen acted as spokesman for the Police Commission board which in­ cludes Ronald Vacula, Larry Huck, Jr., Arthur Jackson and Jack Oakford. He reported that to date, the Pension board has invested $105,537.12 in various institutions. Anticipated in­ terest on these funds is ap­ proximately $8,000. Rauen also reported that regarding the levy for next fiscal year, the assessed valuation of the city of McHenry is approximately $32,967,788. Anticipated return from taxes at the same per­ centage as last year's levy of .08 should bring forth ap­ proximately $26,375 which would be applied to the Pension fund. Another $11,365 would come from police salary contributions. The Commission informed the Council that members realized there has been a terrific turn-over in the police department recently and they decided to make a study and determine why. Every person was contacted and it was documented as to why they left the department. Rauen stated many of the rumors circulating were "a bunch of balderdash". The reason for leaving was Arrest Three Juveniles In Gas Station Entry Bond set a $10,000, court date April 26. Elmer Steinsdorfer charges that on March 18, Warren L. Geske of 401 W. Jackson street, Woodstock, committed the offense of burglary in that he did enter a building known as Steiny's House of Prager with intent to commit a theft therein. Bond set at $10,000, court date April 26. Elmer Steinsdorfer charges that on March 18, Warren L. Geske of 401 W. Jackson, Woodstock, committed the offense of theft over $150 in that he did enter Steiny's House of Prager and take $97 in cash, a 410 single shot gun, a 410 bolt action gun and five cartons of cigarettes. Bond set at $10,000, court date April 26. Deputy Sheriff Herbert W. Cropp charges that on April 15, Richard H. Orton of 4817 W. Orchard drive, McHenry, committed the offense of violation of curfew. Hearing date May 21. Nyle Vestel charges that for a period beginning Nov. 10, 1971, through Dec. 29, 1971, Mary Peterson of 407 Mineral Springs, McHenry, committed the offense of fraudulent receipt of public asistance in that she knowingly received public assistance in the amount of $549.16 and at such time failed to notify the County Monday night, sheriff's deputies responded to the report that someone was inside the Phillips 66 Service station at the corner of Route 120 and Darrell road, Lakemoor. Upon Public Assistance office of other income from her spouse, thus knowingly preventing denial of such public assistance. Bond set at $1,000, court date May 3. Detective Elof Borgeson charges that on April 15, Jimmie L. Colberg of 1203 Bonnie Brae, McHenry Shores, committed the offense of disorderly conduct. Hearing date set for April 26,. Bond set at $25. Nyle Vestel cftarges that for a period beginning- Feb. 5, 1972, through July 22, 1972, John Adamec of 3704 Grand road,4 McHenry, committed the of-' fense of fraudulent receipt of public assistance in the amount of $1,597.08 and at such time failed to notify the County Public Assistance office of other income from unem­ ployment compensation benefits. Bond set at $1,000, court date May 3. Deputy Sheriff Dannye Bankson charges that on April 12, Frank E. Gillespie of 4608 Garden Quarter Apartments, McHenry, committed the of­ fense of no valid driver's license (unlicensed). Bond set at $500, court date May 10. Ronald L. Nebel, Manager of Jewel Tea store, McHenry, charges that on April 16, Romona E. Tafel of 2212 Fairview, McHenry, com­ mitted the offense of theft in that she took one carton of cigarettes from said store. Hearing date is set for April 25. 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It was determined the in­ truders had gained entry by breaking a window on the east side of the building, and by removing the remaining glass, sufficient space was provided to allow entry. Two offenders, both juveniles, were ap­ prehended inside the station and they revealed a third juvenile had accompanied them. He was found hiding in a ditch nearby. The three were taken into custody by Lake county and turned over to juvenile authorities. John Green, a Mundelein resident, arrived at his sum­ mer home last Sunday at 317 S. Emerald drive, McHenry, and discovered that the home had been entered sometime during the past three weeks. A door was forced open and fourteen windows in the house were broken. There was evidence the home had been ransacked but all that was determined to be missing was a yellow-rubber two-man canoe. A neighbor looking after the Edward Kelly home at 7417 Maple drive, Wonder Lake, reported to county authorities Sundav that the home had been entered sometime last "mostly due to the salary rate", Rauen noted. The Commission discovered many new officers get their schooling and training here and then go to other neighboring departments for more money. They told the Commission they couldn't afford to work for the price the city was paying. Therefore, the Commission undertook the job of surveying neighboring police depart­ ments' salary and wage schedules. They spent 3Vfe months completing die study. Those departments who responded were Crystal Lake, Mundelein, Libertyville and Carpentersville. Woodstock did not reply. The study showed that the McHenry Police department was low in every category ( p a t r o l m e n , s e r g e a n t s , lieutenants, chief) even though the other schedules were based on 40 hours per week and McHenry's on 44 hours per week. Many inequities were also found in McHenry Police wages between different rankings. Fringe benefits, court pay, etc., were found to be "pretty much in the ball park." The Commission worked out a proposed salary schedule based on a ten-year program for the Council's approval. Increases would be based or) performance records. Every three months the men would be rated by their superiors. The chief would be rated by the Police commission. No raises would be given unless per­ formances were o.k'd. The Commission very strongly recommended ac­ ceptance of the proposed salary schedule. Rauen stressed, "These people work under civil service and keep in mind, you get what you pay for and everyone is entitled to a living wage." He questiQned if any at the meeting would suffer the risks and indignities en­ countered by policemen every day for $8,400 per year. At the present time there are sixteen men on the police force, one chief, one lieutenant, four sergeants and ten patrolmen. Alderman Ted Pitzen in­ formed the Council that the Police commission had made this same presentation to the Finance committee. Finance Chairman Jerry Rogers was not present at the meeting but the other two members of the Finance committee, Aldermen weekend. There was evidence that the premises had been ransacked but it cannot be determined if anything is missing until the owner arrives to take inventory. When Sdmond Stegge of Chicago arrived at his summer home for the weekend at Cedar Island, McHenry, he discovered that an Evinrude Fast Twin outboard motor had been taken from his boat. Also taken were an electric drill, an electric skill saw and a tool box containing assorted hand tools. Pro Hardware 1228 N. 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Alderman Smith then moved that all salary considerations for next year be put off until the next meeting when all wages could beset at once. All agreed. Following a lengthy discussion, the Council authorized City Attorney John Looze to appear at a Zoning Board of Appeals hearing scheduled for Wed­ nesday, April 18, and present the city's position in the matter of a petition by Harold Paul for a zoning variance. Paul desires the variance to allow him to maintain and operate a storage warehouse for motorcycle parts and- accessories. The property involves ap- PAGE7-PLAINDEALER- proximately three acres of land and is'located west of Route 31 just south of the intersection of Idyll Dell road. The business is in operation at the present time. The Council directed Looze to appear before the ZBA and request the board to limit continued present use of the property for a period not to exceed five years. City Clerk Earl Walsh read a letter from Brake Parts company of McHenry, which expressed appreciation for the excellent service rendered by the police department in the past year. The company felt the FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 1973 city was very fortunate to have such a splendid group of men working for it. In other business, the Council approved an expenditure qf $1,246.50 for a sewer plant safety device. Approval was also given to the high school for use of Freund field for freshmen baseball practice for the remainder of the season, Monday through Friday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Supt. of Public Works Fred Meyer was authorized to hire three new full time men, two for the treatment plant and one for his department. APPLY NOW We Train Men to Work As L I V E S T O C K B U Y E R S If you have some livestock experience we will train you to buy cattle, sheep and hogs. For a local interview, write today with your background. Include your complete ad­ dress and phone number. 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