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PESSIMISTIC VIEW OF CITY FINANCES (Continued From Page 1) determined that a savings ot about $96 per month could be realized if six city telephone lines were converted from flat- rate to call-pak lines. A seventh line already has call-pak service. By a vote of 5 to 2, the Council approved the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals to grant a request for re-zoning twenty-seven acres of land on Ringwood road from R-l residential district to R-3 residential district. Aldermen La Verne Hromec and Walther Schaedel cast the negative votes and Alderman Edward Datz was absent. The land in question was recently annexed to the city. " Brittany Builders, who plan to develop the land, propose to construct 88 homes with streets, city waiter and city sewage „ as required by the ordinances and building codes of the city of McHenry. Thfe property is bordered on the west by Ringwood road, on the north by West Shore Beach, on the east by Lakeland Park and on the south by Parkland school. A public hearing on the re- zoning petition was held at city hall Sept. 27 by the Zoning Board of Appeals. (ZBA) The zoning board's report noted that the major com­ plaints were in regard to the effect of this development on McCullom Lake, a privately owned lake, and the ability of the soil to hold up housing and streets. Henry Nell, president of School District 15, represented Parkland school at the hearing. He requested that a border fence of some type be installed between the school property and the property in question. After carefully considering all of the evidence, the ZBA decided to recommend gran­ ting the R-3 zoning for the following reasons: "1. The abutting properties are all zoned R-3 or R-3A with the exception of Parkland school; 2. The petitioner had followed all requirements of the city under the Plan commission, the subdivision ordinances and the County of McHenry Soil and Water Conservation depart­ ment; 3. The objectors were opposed to the granting of this petition on the basis of the effect of this development on McCullom Lake and the question of the ability of the soil to sustain housing and streets as set forth in the ordinances of the city; and 4. Objections to the • reclassification are primarily of an engineering nature and are not under the control of the ZBA but are subject to the building codes of the city. Objections as to the effect of this development on McCullom Lake are generally covered by the statutes of the State of Illinois and the problems that the owners of McCullom Lake may have at the present time will not change with the development of this property." On a roll call vote of the ZBA, Don Williams, James Fouse, Ron Wilkins, Charles Adams, Clint Claypool and Paul Fidler voted to grant the re-zoning and Elizabeth Nolan abstained from voting. All zoning board members were present at the hearing. Aldermen Hromec and Schaedel of Ward 4, which is adjacent to the proposed development, presented their objections regarding poor soil conditions, possible pollution of McCullom Lake, building on flood plain territory, drainage problems, etc. Schaedel expressed concern that after Brittany Builders completed the project and moved out of the area, it would be the moral responsibility of the city to see that these homes had been properly built as far as poor soil conditions were concerned. "I am looking at an unstable soil condition that could create problems for our citizens after the developer leaves," Schaedel emphasized. Mayor Joseph Stanek told him that city engineers would see that all specifications of the city code were met on sewers and streets and as building inspector, Supt. Fred Meyer, and his men make five in­ spections of a house during construction. Mayor Stanek stressed, "The city of McHenry is not responsible for the quality of construction. It is impossible for us to watch every nail that goes into a wall," he said. Jeffrey Ladd, attorney for Brittany Builders, said he didn't feel that soil conditions were the issue in terms' of zoning. "The zoning issue is whether or not this is not going to benefit the city of McHenry in terms of health, welfare and morals," Ladd explained. "The t point is that the entire area is zoned exactly as this petition requests," he concluded. During the lengthy discussion, Alderman Hromec differed with Ladd on several of his statements. She referred to flood plain data, the Natural Resources inventory, Army Corps of Engineers permits and permits for dumping fill on the property in question. At the conclusion of her remarks, Mrs. Hromec an­ nounced to the Council "that all the information and data that many of us have, is being presented to the En­ vironmental Protection agency (EPA) by various groups. Some has already been presented to the EPA because of the lake. Other information that we have is being presented because of what we feel will be land pollution," she said. "So now you are appraised of the fact that there may very well be EPA involvement and suit in this. Should the suit come forth as the water suit did, anyone voting for the development of this property is, of course, liable", she said. (She was referring to a law suit brought against the Lakeland Park Water company which she and a group of objectors filed last year). She said she was making this announcement because when the water EPA suit came about, there were objections raised and the Council said they had no prior knowledge of that suit. "I am so advising the Council that not only myself but one group is working on the lake with the EPA and the State Department of Waterways. Also, myself and others will be contacting the land pollution department of the EPA regarding land pollution", she warned. Alderman Ray Smith asked if this meant she was putting the Council on notice and telling it that she was an objector in this suit. She answered, "Definitely." Mayor Stanek asked what she meant by stating city officials would be liable. Mrs. Hromec replied, "Anyone who votes for it. I have been told that anyone including the Zoning com­ mission, Planning commission and aldermen may be held responsible. In other words they would be considered plaintiffs," she explained. BET PR0K88I0NAL (tilt itpumlfpint) RENT OUR RINSE N VAC-the new ; portable, Mty-to-uM hot water ] attraction carpet cleaning machine , t h a t f a * t l y . . . rinsaa carpat fibara j with hot watar and i cleaning aolution ; looaana and lifts all dirt, grime and raaiduaa to tha carpat aurfaca whara thay ara imme­ diately vacuumad up laavaa your carpat* CLEAN. FRESH and ODOR-FREEI „ ® MfM tmm ciuaca toast* Rent this machine for ONL\ 2.00 per hour. 2% hour 5.00 min. OVERNITE SPECIAL 8PM TO 9AM ($10.00) Alderman Bolger asked City Attorney Bernard Narusis to elaborate on the charges made by Mrs. Hroemc. "It seems to be a threat that we would be laced with litigation and I'd like to know more about it," he said. Mrs. Hromec told Bolger, "Since I am being careful on how I speak, I wish you'd be a little more careful. There were no threats, it was just information." Bolger argued, "I think it is a threat, 'if you vote against it you will be liable'." Narusis said he had been in contact with an attorney for the United States EPA. When he explained and described the situation regarding the an­ nexed property to that attorney and asked whether or not some specific EPA requirements might relate to that situation, the USEPA attorney indicated he didn't think the requirements would apply. He didn't even know what the guidelines were in this regard, Narusis said. Narusis said after resear­ ching the matter, he doubted whether the EPA would initiate a law suit. If and when these suits do occur, the EPA would more properly act against the city as a corporate entity not against individual legislators, he pointed out. • "In terms of financial liability, it is my jqdgment such liability does not exist," Narusis assured the Council. "In your capacity as legislators I don't believe you would have any kind of financial respon­ sibility or liability for those actions in those capacities," he said. Pepping expressed his opinion that the city had all of the safeguards within the structure of local government to make sure that concerns of objectors to this development are allied. "I would urge the people concerned to follow up on the processes through the structure of city government as opposed to getting involved in any suit or litigation because if there is one thing the city budget cannot stand at this point, it is the cost of litigation," Pepping stressed. He felt the city needed development right now to generate tax money. It was his opinion that litigation at this time was unnecessary because the city has the structure in which to police and assure that development meets city codes and specifications. At this point, a roll call vote was held with Bolger, Harker, Pepping, Smith and Wegener voting to grant the R-3 zoning and Hromec and Schaedel casting negative votes. In other business, the Council instructed Supt. Meyer to exchange lots with Robino- Ladd as previously agreed so that when the time comes, Industrial drive could be ex­ tended northward to line up with Prairie court. A resolution protesting the granting of a special use permit which would allow Material Service corporation to operate a full service gravel pit on Chapel Hill road was passed by the Council. The resolution will be sent to the McHenry County board of supervisors, which will have the final deter­ mination on whether or not the permit will be issued. The McHenry County Zoning Board of Appeals met Tuesday morning at the courthouse to carry on its deliberations on the matter. The recommendation will then be presented to the County board for final action. A request from the Chamber of Commerce for a donation of $1,000 toward the expense of buying and installing Christ­ mas decorations in the city was discussed at length. Alderman Hromec suggested that the Council declare a moritorium on all spending considering the financial situation. Pepping pointed out that the $1,000 donation had been budgeted for but he also noted that the decorations are plugged into city power poles and the city pays for the electricity. Alderman Smith suggested that "we cut down before we cut out". Alderman James Wegener, who is also an officer in the Chamber, said the Chamber is in the same situation as the city and needed the help this year. Following discussion, Alderman Bolger moved that a donation of $500 be sent, seconded by Alderman Pep­ ping. The only negative vote was cast by Alderman Schaedel. A letter was read from the Lakeland Park Property Owners association advising the Council that littering and burning by construction companies was taking place in their area. The association suggested that companies be informed of their respon­ sibilities when they apply for building permits. The Public Works department was also asked to warn offenders and enforce city ordinances regarding the situation. Permission was granted to Montini Catholic school students to hold a Bike-a-thon from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday to benefit a classmate who lost his leg. They will use Grand and Freund avenues at the rear of Montini Middle school as their bike route. Approval was given to pay monthly bills in the amount of $14,071.35. The money was to come from the following funds: General fund, $9,657.83; Water and Sewer fund, $2,078.98; Revenue Sharing fund, $1,967.00 and Library fund, $367.54. Alderman Bolger reported that the Sewer and Water committee had conducted a meeting with residents of Country Club Estates to discuss the possible extension of city sewer service to that area. At the present time, petitions are being circulated and if a majority of property owners indicate they want the service, steps will be taken to consider the proposition. The next regular meeting of the Council will be held Mon­ day, Nov. 3, at 8 p.m. Mayor Stanek emphasized that all Council meetings are open to the public and everyone is invited to attend these meetings. WOMAN OF THE YEAR (Continued From Page 1) winner is Virginia T. Williams, nurse practitioner. Miss Williams has been a teacher at Barat college, Northern Illinois university, Rush university and Elgin Community college. She has worked with the Illinois Nurses association to return inactive nurses to practice at Hines Veterans hospital and served the Lake County Health department as a public health nurse. At the Moraine Valley CAREER CENTER IN TROUBLE (Continued From Page 1) Education program at East campus. The request came after receipt of a letter from William Helton of the Illinois Office of Education regarding the district's practice of not conducting daily Physical Education classes for all students at this one campus. The problem stems from what the administration called "completely limited facilities". Three bids on the building trades house were approved: Electrical, Lee & Ray Electric, $1,285; heating, Dowe & Wagner, $1,470; and masonry, C. Kasperski, $710. All are McHenry firms. Action on the plumbing bid was heldjover pending further investigation. Cullotta Plumbing turned in the low bid of $2,675, but board members expressed a desire to check certain qualifications before approving the bid. Following an executive session, the board passed a resolution of remediation relating to a high school teacher. The administrator was directed to deliver the resolution to the teacher after a review by the school attorney. Members were informed that the division vocational technical education grant received full funding. The grant will provide the district about $20,000 to organize and im­ plement a placement bureau for students and graduates of McHenry high school. Catherine Alvary said she would like the minutes to show that the high school board is looking for ways to alleviate the bus problem. A statement of educational philosophy was approved. A reminder was given of the Illinois Association of School Board meeting to be held in Chicago Nov. 22-24. Dave Benrud and Mrs. Alvary were appointed delegates. Some discussion was held by the business manager con­ cerning a series of bond retirement schedules for the current life safety work. These bonds will be retired within five years, according to Kelly. Cor Rolls, Driver To Hospital Donald P. Hahn, Jr., of 229 Main street. Spring Grove, was injured Tuesday evening about 6:30 when his car rolled over at 913 Main street in that village. He was taken to McHenry hospital by the Richmond Rescue squad, where he was treated for his injuries and released. v According to county police, Hahn was west-bound on Main street when he rounded a curve and came upon a slow moving vehicle in his path. He applied his brakes, lost control, crossed the east-bound lane and the vehicle rolled through a fence into a ditch His 1967 automobile was demolished in the accident. A two-car collision at the corner of Elm and Front streets last week resulted in a ticket for Dennis P. Annen of 425 Holy Hill road. Twin Lakes, Wis. He was cited for improper lane usage. Jeffrey L. Horton of 416 .Chicago, Elgin, told city police he was stopped in traffic waiting to make a left turn when his car was hit. - Annen reported he had been looking for a directional sign when his car left his lane of traffic and hit the other auto. George E. Graham of 5330 Flanders, McHenry, was ticketed by state police for wrong lane usage following a two-car, head-on crash at 6:45 Tuesday night at Rt. 120 and Darrell road. Thomas Costello of 611 Dymond road, Libertyville, was driving east on the high­ way when the Graham car struck him. State police said Graham, driving north on Darrell, stopped at the in­ tersection, then pulled onto the highway to turn left. His car skidded on some gravel and crossed the center line. Costello suffered head and body lacerations and was taken to McHnery hospital by the McHenry Rescue squad. PAGE 15 - PLAINDKALER-FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1975 Community Recognizes Two New Eagle Scouts J Eagle Scouts Mike Berlin and Ken Street of Boy Scout Troop 145 were honored by the presence of many dignitaries at their Court of Honor last Saturday night. Scoutmaster Bruce Crum introduced Sheriff Art Tyrrell, who presented them with the certificates and medals. The sheriff also gave th'em plaques from the department. Dan Lundborg read the Eagle charge. Walter Dean read letters of congratulations from President Gerald Ford. Senators Percy and Stevenson, Rep Cal Skinner, Gov. Dan Walker, Alden Barber, head Scout leader, and the educatirnal representatives of this area. The American Legion was well representoH by Lou Rossberg, Joseph Lewis, and James Hale, and the Elks by Robert Wienke. Robert Swartzloff, principal of McHenry West campus, was present. as was Art Christopher, representing the Kiwanis. Rev. Segin, Pastor Wright, and Father Tranel were among the clergy in at­ tendance. The presentation was an occasion the boys will remember for the rest of their live, including comments made by Scouting representatives, Frank Meenach and Clyde Kangas, which were ap­ propriate for the occasion. The two Eagle Scouts honored their former leaders, James Elger, Bill Kearns, Wayne Long and Bob Wohnrade. Dewey Lytle Heads Illinois Technologists installed last week as president of the Illinois State Society of Radiologic Technologists. Lytle, who has been with the McHenry organization for nine years, is a graduate of the Mt. Sinai hospital School of Radiologic Technology and has previously served the ISSRT as president elect and chairman of membership. A member of the association's Ninth district (McHenry, Kane, Lake and northern Cook counties), Lytle has served the district as chairman of numerous com­ mittees, president and chairman of the board He resides in Johnsburg with his wife and three chiidren. DEWEY LYTLE Dewey Lytle, supervisor ol th^ radiology department at tlie McHenry Medical Group, was FREE IMMUNIZATION The monthly free im­ munization program sponsored by the McHenry County Board of Health will be held Wed­ nesday morning, Oct. 29, from 9 to 11 a.m. in Room 102 of the new courthouse, Rt. 47, Woodstock. CHAIN-FOX COMMISSION The next regular meeting of the Chain of Lakes-Fox River commission will be held Oct. 31 at the Fox Lake village hall on Route 59, Fox Lake, at 1:30 p.m. Community college, she served on an advisory committee to nursing. -•4 1 . / • Affiliations include staff member Illinois Nurses' association; member McHenry hospital board of directors; McHenry County Heart association and Comprehensive Health Planning commission of McHenry county. Bonnie Gaza, chairman of the public relations committee of the B.P.W., said, "There were many fine women nominated and B.P.W. would like to thank the thoughtful people who honored them with a nomination". The first winner of this special B.P.W. award in 1974 was Mrs. Bertha Stange, member of the McHenry Hospital board, service chairman for the Cancer society and co-chairman of extended service for Fish. Dedication Of Church The Rev. Elmer B. 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