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SECTION 2 - PAGE 2 - PLAINDEALER-WEDNESDAY. APRIL 13. 1977 City - Village Candidates April 19 FOR MAYOR OF McHENRY George llarker George Harker, 1108 N. Somerset Mall, McHenry. is seeking election to his first term as mayor. He is a retired fireman from the Chicago Fire department, and is presently in the midst of his second four-year term as a second ward alderman in McHenry. Harker also served six years on the city of McHenry Planning commission, and has lived in McHenry for more than ten years. Besides his work as'an alderman, Harker is also a director of the Whispering Oaks Property Owners association, and is a member of the McHenry Rotary club He holds a high school diploma, and also took special courses to qualify him as a Chicago fireman. Major Problems "It is my belief that one of the major problems facing the city is that of growth, and the effective controlling of the same. "Another major problem as I see it is water supply." Ideas For Meeting Them "There is sufficient undeveloped vacant land presently within the city limits to satisfy the ambitions of even the most ardent of civic boosters. "For the benefit of the uninitiated, there is the so-called Jake Freund farm. Pheasant Valley, the as yet undeveloped portions of the Whispering Oaks Planned Unit development, the McDonald property south on Rt. 31, Brittany Woods, plus the recently annexed Glacier Ridge- all should satisfy the normal grow th needis of this area for some time to come. "An adequate water supply would definitely include the erection of an additional reservoir in whatever location the engineers deem the most efficient. "In speaking of our water situation, it is my opinion that the city should attempt, for the second time, to purchase the Lakeland Park-Lakeland Shores private water company to the end that all residents of the city could enjoy clean, potable water in ample supply." Joseph B. Stanek Joseph B. Stanek. 1316 Millstream drive, McHenry, is running for reelection to a second term as mayor of this city. Stanek is married and has six children. He has lived in McHenry for twenty-two years, and operates a barbershop in Lakeland Park. He graduated from Marmion Military academy (high school) in Aurora. Stanek is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, as well as belonging to the Catholic Order of Foresters, and the American Legion Post 491. Besides his four years as mayor of McHenry, Stanek also served as an alderman for four years, is a member of the McHenry county Municipal association and works on the local Steering committee 208 (wastewater) project. Major Problems "The major problems facing the city of McHenry are traffic flow, sewer and water, controlled growth, and parochialism." Ideas For Meeting Them "To meet the traffic flow problem, we should promote F.A.P. 420 north (the multi-lane highway), complete the Pearl street bridge, connect Crystal Lake road to Curran avenue, connect Shore drive to Ringwood road, and join McCullom Lake road to Industrial drive over the railroad tracks, and interconnect Millstream and Prairie avenue to it. "To alleviate the sewer and water problem, we should install iron removal equipment at well No. 5, drill well No. 6, in four years build stand pipe on Sherman Hill, correct the sewer infiltration inflow, build a third holding tank at the sewer plant, and beome a regional provider only if McHenry obviously benefits. "To secure controlled growth, we should maintain local autonomy, negotiate sewer and water contributions with each new industrial user, and limit rental housing to 20 percent. "Finally, to eliminate the parochialism problem, we must place McHenry's total well being above class, region, or personal consideration." FOR CITY TREASURER OF McHENRY Robert P. Blake Robert P. Blake, 809 N. Allen avenue, McHenry, is seeking election to his first term as city treasurer. He is a lifelong resident of this area, having graduated from St. Mary's grade school and McHenry high school, before earning his college degree at the Rockford School of Business. Blake is married with four children, and is currently employed in the accounting department at Gearmaster Corporation in McHenry. He is a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters, belongs to the McHenry Rotary club and the American Legion, and is also a member of the Marian Fathers club. Major Problems "As treasurer, my major concern would be the proper and timely use of city funds." Ideas For Meeting Them "It is extremely important to keep excess funds constantly invested so as to receive the best possible return and, at the same time, readily available if and when needed. "I believe that whenever possible, investments should be made locally if rates are comparable. The local financial institutions and businesses pay taxes and provide employment for McHenry's citizens. "Interest rates are constantly changing. Some ̂ investments might pay a better return than others, but not be as easily accessible. I would hope that the local financial institutions and others would provide knowledgeable persons to serve in an advisory capacity so that the highest return will be realized on the investment of city funds." William Brda William Brda, 3712 W. Grand avenue, McHenry, is seeking reelection as treasurer of McHenry. He was appointed city treasurer in 1975, and is running for his first full term. Brda is married, and he and his wife Betty, have five children. He is a lifelong resident of McHenry, and is a member of the American Legion, the Illinois City Treasurers association, and belongs to the Quartermaster VFW. Brda holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting, and is presently the accounting manager for Brake Parts Corporation in McHenry. Major Problems "Inflation is the major problem. Since the city treasurer has no vote on the City Council and deals only with city funds, I feel my attention must be directed to money. This is the only area in which I, as city treasurer, can exercise any jurisdiction. Keeping this in mind, I would have to name inflation as the city's major problem, just as it has become a major problem to us as individuals." Ideas For Meeting Them "Although I can't cure inflation, I can help combat it by continuing to do my best to see that every dollar of your money is invested for the maximum term possible at the highest rate available. "I have not, and will not, permit unneeded funds to lie idle in non- interest bearing accounts. As taxpayers, it's your money. Every dollar earned is one dollar less that you will be asked to pay in taxes." FOR CITY CLERK OF McHENRY Barbara E. Gilpin Barbara E. Gilpin is running fur reelection to the office of city clerk. She has held the office since being appointed in October 1976. Mrs. Gilpin is a lifelong resident of McHenry, having graduated from St. Mary's grade school and McHenry high school. She, and her husband, George, have four children. Mrs. Gilpin is the daughter of Herbert H. Freund. Besides her six months of work as the city clerk, Mrs. Gilpin also covered City Council meetings for seven years as a reporter for this newspaper. She is a member of St. Mary's church, the church choir, and belongs to the Christian Mothers sodality. Mrs. Gilpin is also affiliated with the Women's National Catholic Society uf Foresters, the Illinois Mir#icipal Clerks' association, the Montini Parents association, and is a member of the Tennis Racket club. Major Problems "The major problems facing McHenry are traffic congestion and expansion." V Ideas For Meeting Them "To solve these problems, we need to put a bridge over the Fox river in McHenry Shores, re-route traffic through the use of one­ way streets, and control the density of housing and apartment developments." FOR 1ST WARD .ALDERMAN OF McHENRY Grace C. Blake Grace C. Blake. 3903 Oak avenue, McHenry, is seeking her first term as a city alderman. Mrs. Blake is a lifetime resident of McHenry. and graduated from McHenry high school. She, and her husbnad, Richard, have two children. Mrs. Blake is currently employed as a bookkeeper, but also worked for one year as a dispatcher in the McHenry police department. She also has one year of experience in the McHenry City clerk's office. Major Problems "One of our major problems could be the election itself. If our City Council can overlook serious matters while we are a relatively small city, what will happen as we grow? McHenry's expected rapid growth will be a major problem facing our city." Ideas For Meeting Them . » "Because of our expected rapid population growth, I feel our police department must be upgraded and expanded as growth requires us to maintain protection. "We will have to extend and welcome business and industry to help offset costs. "Also, we must plan and improve both business and private construction to maintain quality and beauty to our city as it grows. Finally, we must plan our travelways to maintain safety." LeRoy G. Guntner LeRoy G. Guntner, 3120 Fairway drive, McHenry, is seeking to fill the aldermanic seat being vacated by retiring Alderman Jack Pepping. Guntner has lived in McHenry for eight years. He is a veteran of W.W. II, and is a member of the American Legion. He is married, and has one daughter and two grandchildren. Guntner is a high school graduate and attended Northwestern university for two years. He has been employed for the last twenty-six years as a representative of the Prudential Insurance Company. While he lived in Morton Grove, Guntner served as an elected official for eight years, including chairman of the Water and Sewer committee, chairman of the Police and Fire committee, and a committee member on Public Works, Planning, Zoning, and Traffic Control. Major Problems "A major problem will be the lack of experience on the City Council, with three or four new aldermen to be elected. "McHenry's annual budget is now in excess of $1,000,000, and must be administered wisely to insure stable growth and sound fiscal policies." Ideas For Meeting Them "Revenue-sharing funds must be distributed wisely and fairly to make sure all segments of the population benefit. "Encourage pollution-free light industry, not only for a broader tax base to relieve pressure on real estate taxes, but also to enlarge our employment opportunities at home. "We must continue to upgrade our water supply to keep up with population growth. Also, we must invest all city funds to get maximum return, with safety. "I feel my experience will result in progress, and strengthen our City Council." Elizabeth (Liz) Nolan Elizabeth Nolan, 3320 W. Fairway drive, McHenry, is seeking election to her first term as a City Council alderman. She is a fifteen-year resident of the community, and along with her husband, John, has three grown children. She attended McHenry County college, and also attended the Thunderbird Graduate school of Industrial Management in Phoenix, Ariz. Currently, she is a housewife. She is a trustee of the Methodist church in McHenry, and is a past member of the McHenry Republican Women's club. She has been an election judge, and also a past hospital volunteer. Mrs. Nolan is presently a member of the McHenry Zoning Board of Appeals, and served for nine years on the Board of Directors of the Family Services and Mental Health clinic for McHenry county. Comments "I am sure our city will continue to grow. This could possibly present problems unless we face the issue squarely. "I feel we must have careful control so that our growth is orderly and we maintain a balance between residential, commercial, and industrial expansion. "One of my particular interests in McHenry is the future development of our park system. I think we've gotten off to a good start, and if elected, I shall work to continue a park system which our entire community may enjoy. "Currently, our traffic flow is less than ideal. I don't have an answer for that, but I am sure that by studying the problem with our city engineer, we should be able to devise a plan which will allow for a smoother flow pattern." Robert G. Schmaling Robert G. Schmaling, 3423 W. Fairway drive, McHenry, is seeking his first term as a member of the City Council. A native citizen of the community, Schmaling graduated from McHenry grade schools and McHenry high school. He and his wife, Elaine,iiave one son, Mark, who is a freshman at McHenry high school. Schmaling is a charter member of the McHenry Area Rescue squad, and presently is acting as the assistant chief. He states that while he has no previous experience in governmental affairs, "What does a native citizen of this community need? I hope the local government official does not need a doctorate degree." Major Problems "Our community, as every resident knows, has the major problems of traffic, water and sewer treatment, and a lack of industrial complexes. Also, this community needs a recreation center for the benefit of young and old alike." Ideas For Meeting Them "If elected, I would like to meet with the various department heads and committees for the purpose of discussing various approaches to solving the problems." FOR 2ND WARD ALDERMAN OF McHENRY Clint Claypool Clint Claypool, 4212 W. Ponca street, McHenry, is seeking election to his first term as a city alderman. He has lived in McHenry for twenty-two years, and along with his wife, Margaret, has two grown sons. Claypool attended both grade school and high school in Evanston. For the past thirty-eight years he has been employed by a utility company. He is presently a member of the McHenry Zoning Board of Appeals, and is a member of the McHenry area Chamber of Commerce. He also belongs to the Kiwanis club, American Legion Post No. 491, and is on the board of directors of the McHenry county Association for the Retarded. He is also a former member of the McHenry high school board of education, and is a member of the First United Methodist church. Major Problems "The major problems facing McHenry are growth, annexation, and maintenance." \ Ideas For Meeting Them "The City Council should act as a unit for the betterment of the city of McHenry, not as individuals for special interests. By doing this, our problems would be minor." Edward Datz Edward Datz, 1202 Oakwood drive, McHenry, is seeking election to a second four-year term as a second ward alderman. He and his wife, Margaret, have lived in McHenry for eight years. Datz is presently employed as a sales engineer for Kemper Insurance. ^ He was educated in the Chicago public school system, and also holds a degree from the University of Illinois. * Besides his duties as an alderman, Datz is also the chairman of the McHenry Planning commission. He is a member of American Legion Post No. 491, and belongs to VFW Post No. 4600. Ma jor Problems "The main problem facing the city of McHenry is growth. Coupled with that are the problems of effective traffic flow, public parking, plus providing adequate services for our citizens. The development of recreational facilities for young and old must also receive prompt and effective attention." Ideas For Meeting Them "To meet the growth problem, we need effective control and supervision of new developments. We must also continually improve our streets, with attention to traffic control along with the installation of additional traffic lights. "We must continue to expand and improve our water facilities. Through the efficient use of our revenue sharing funds, we can expand our recreational facilities and other services to benefit our citizens." FOR 3RD WARD ALDERMAN OF McHENRY Vincent H. Adams \ \ Vincent H. Adams, 4006 W. Maple avenue, McHenry, Is seeking his first term as an alderman. \ He has lived in McHenry county his entire life, the last thirty years in the city. Adams is married, and he and his wife, Pauline, have one son. He attended St. John's Catholic grammar school in Johnsburg and states that, "I never let my schooling interfere with my education." He is retired, having previously worked for thirty-seven years for Tonyan Bros. Incorporated, McHenry, doing excavating, grading, and road building. Adams has been a member of the McHenry Council No. 1288 Knights of Columbus for forty-five years, serving two terms as Grand Knight, and winning two Star Council awards. He is also a member of the Bishop Boylan Assembly Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus Honor guard. Presently, he is serving his fourth term as a district deputy on the State of Illinois council, and is also a member of the Wisconsin Bow hunters, Johnsburg Community club, and a member of the German-American National congress. Adams has performed on over 100 WLS radio country and western shows in the late 1930's, and has entertained at meetings and banquets for over forty-five years. Major Problems "The major problems which will face the city include growth and its future consequences. "McHenry has been a pleasant place to live, and the very things that made it pleasant can be destroyed by too sudden, or uncontrolled growth. "McHenry has been, and still is, a place where the merchants are friendly and helpful, where most people say 'hello,' where the air is clean, and where we have a wonderful and enthusiastic community spirit. "Traffic is another problem. The traffic in our city is something else and it will take some study to rectify that problem. "Water is another major problem. We all know that water is one of our top priorities, and it also will take some study to get the best water for our citizens. "The other major problems is that we have to do something for our senior citizens and children." Ideas For Meeting Them "In view of the above, I am of the opinion that growth and its control are of prime importance. Let it be paramount for future mayors and City Councils to examine future proposed developments with a highly critical eye as to the desirability of such a project, and the impact it may have on the very things that made this area attractive in the first place. "On traffic, I plan to work with state officials and our supt. of public works, along with local residents, to find ways to relieve this problem. "On water, we should try to purchase the Lakeland Park Water company and we need another reservoir if we want to bring our water up to standards. "Finally, we must try to help our senior citizens and children. Let's form committees to work out plans and ask them for suggestions." Anna Mae Cuda Anna Mae Cuda, 3911 W. Clearbrook, McHenry, is seeking her first term as a member of the City Council. She is married, and along with her husband, Charles, has two sons. Mrs. Cuda has lived in McHenry for the past twenty-three years, and is currently a homemaker and part-time secretary. She graduated from high school and has taken several business courses at Morton junior college in Cicero. Mrs. Cuda is presently on the McHenry grade school District No. 15 school board, where she has served for seven years. She is also a member of the American Legion Women's auxiliary, and belongs to the McHenry Hospital auxiliary. Major Problems "I prefer the word 'challenges' rather than the word 'problems.' It seems easier to meet challenges than solve problems. I think the greatest challenge facing the city now is its growth, and how that growth is accomplished. This takes in such matters as city services, traffic control, adequate recreational facilities, and a healthy business community." Ideas For Meeting Them "Looking ahead and having a plan of action ready when the need arises can do a lot toward the solving of problems when the time comes for action. J® "It takes a great deal of time and thoughtful cooperation on the part of many persons to come up with answers to complex problems. What may seem like a right decision now might prove disastrous for the city five or ten years from now. "I'd hate to see McHenry grow and progress only to Use its charm and small town friendliness in the process." Claire L. Rosing Claire L. Rosing, 3702 W. Maple avenue, McHenry, is seeking her first term as a second ward alderman. She is a thirty-year resident of the community, and lives with her husband, Richard. The Rosings have two children and one grandson. Mrs. Rosing graduated from high school in Crystal Lake. She is presently employed as a paraprofessional pharmacist at Osco Drug store in McHenry. She has been an election judge for ten years. Mrs. Rosing is a member of St. Mary's church, and belongs to both the Christian Mothers society and the Y.M.C.A. Major Problems "I consider future expansion, traffic congestion and lack of sidewalks in most subdivisions near our local schools as some of McHenry's problems." Ideas For Meeting Them "I do not claim to have all the answers to McHenry's major problems, but if elected, will work hard to find some of the answers. "I think eliminating parking meters and making no parking lanes on Elm street from Green street to Front street would aid in preventing many of the accidents that occur in that area. "I believe sidewalks near our schools would make walking much safer for all of the children who must walk to school" FOR 4TH WARD ALDERMAN OF McHENRY , Ernest Schooley Ernest Schooley, 5219 Victor, McHenry, is seeking election to his first term as an alderman in the fourth ward. He and his wife, Pat, have six children, and have lived in Lakeland Park for over sixteen years. Schooley is currently a volunteer fireman on McHenry Company I Fire department, and is also a ten-year member of the McHenry Moose lodge. He is a member of the Lakeland Park Property Owners association, and has served on the board of directors for the last six years, including one year as president and two years as vice- president. Major Problems "The immediate problems facing the city are, and will continue to be, a sufficient and pure water supply, the problems of our senior and junior citizens, and the rapid growth of the city of McHenry and nearby areas." Ideas For Meeting Them "The city must control the water supply of all our citizens, with new sources being located and developed. The latest technology should be employed to provide a pure and clear supply of water, with iron arrestors and proper pressure to maintain a sufficient supply. "Programs should be developed for the senior and junior citizens of our community, and an ongoing committee should be appointed to carry out programs initiated. "Proper planning and zoning must be initiated prior to the future growth and carried out during the growth of our city." CeciliaSerritella ' Cecilia Serritella, 4916 Shore drive, McHenry, is a nine-year resident of McHenry, and is seeking her first term as an alderman in McHenry. - ' V. She is a housewife, and she and her husband, Anthony, have five children. Mrs. Serritella is a graduate of Providence high school, and also attended Wright junior college. She attends important meetings such as the Zoning board meeting when it concerns the Lakeland Park area, the EPA hearings on the present water condition, and City Council meetings. „ Major Problems "The major problems facing McHenry are unplanned, helter- skelter growth with its attendant problems; cheap, poorly constructed homes; burdened water and sewer systems; deterioration of public services; urban decay; and increasing taxes." \ "To avoid becoming a 'slum' in the near future, the mayor and City Council must work closely together with the assistance of a professional city planner to develop a comprehensive planned growth program, commensurate with the city's financial ability to economically supply services for such growth. "A workable balance must be achieved between likely future growth, which will provide additional revenues and new job opportunities, while at the same time keeping the cost of city government at an affordable level for its residents. "If achieved, this balance will keep the city attractive and a stable community. This includes first-class police departments, quality schools, and adequate recreation facilities for all citizens of McHenry." Lloyd E. Wagner Lloyd E. Wagner, 2006 N. Oak drive, McHenry, is seeking to fill the seat being vacated by present Alderman LaVerne Hromec. Wagner has lived in Lakeland Park for eighteen years, and is employed by an architectural and engineering firm as a resident construction inspector. He is also a licensed real estate broker and insurance broker. He also formerly operated his own construction business for fourteen years. His wife, Jerry, is a senior medical record technician at McHenry hospital. The Wagners have two children. Wagner is a high school graduate, and has in excess of two years of college credit, with emphasis in social studies, economics, political science and business law. He has served on the board of directors of the Lakeland Park Property Owners association for four years, including one year as secretary and three years as vice-president. Wagner plans on remaining in Lakeland Park for years to come. Major Problems "The major prolems facing McHenry are sewage treatment, water supply, zoning and planning, traffic, and a park district." Ideas For Meeting Them "Projects now in both the planning and approved stages will use up our available sewage treatment facilities in the very near future. Therefore, we must join with McCullom Lake and McHenry Shores to implement NIPC [dans in the immediate future. "In regard to our water supply, do we really need another building in conjunction with well No. 6? The present pumping station is of sufficient size to accomodate iron removal equipment and the well No. 6 main. Industrial iron removal equipment is cheaper, easier to maintain, and some industrial processes require purer water than the minimum standards for public water supply systems. This avenue should be explored further and would also result in lower engineering fees. As a result, this may supply enough additional funds to purchase the Lakeland Park Water company. "On zoning, a proper balance must be maintained between residential, commercial, and industrial to provide the greatest revenue from real estate and sales taxes, and also provide more jobs locally. "Our city's traffic patterns are archaic and should be improved upon immediately. "Finally, establishing a park district involves a costly legal process, resulting in higher taxes and another separate entity to fund. This should be investigated further before proceeding." McCULLOM LAKE VILLAGE ELECTIONS KURT A. WEEENBERGER MONTY YATES L • ' : LESLEY ANNE CURRAN BONNIE MORRIS JAMES BOX SHARON GA UTZ MAC HER (Continued on page 3)