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Mobile Eye Is Watching Burglars and vandals beware! Mobile Eye may be watching. Mobile Eye is a group of concerned citizens who observe and report any strange or unusual happenings to police using CB radios. Under the direction of Deputy Ed McFadden of the Sheriff's department, Mobile Eye is an organization of volunteers who are assigned different areas to watch in an effort to reduce crime. It is a branch of Neigh­ borhood Watch, a program aimed at getting entire neigh­ borhoods involved in working together to prevent crime in their neighborhood. "The premise of Neigh­ borhood Watch and Mobile Eye is crime prevention through community participation," said McFadden, who is the Crime Prevention officer for the department. According to McFadden, the Mobile Eye patrol consists of cars traveling through an assigned area during an assigned time to observe and report any unusual happenings. If the patrol notices anything out of the ordinary, it notifies the Mobile Eye base station for the area, and the base operator, in turn, notifies an area police car which responds to check the situation. "Mobile Eye is the McHenry county citizens' underground," said McFadden, "and is a resistance force to crimes of burglaries and vandalism." The program began operating in McHenry county in the Wonder Lake area the weekend of April 28. Currently, both sides of Wonder Lake are patrolled by Mobile Eye volunteers, and there are base stations on each side of the lake. The Mobile Eye patrol operates on channel five on the east side of the lake, and channel three on the west side. The next target for Mc­ Fadden, "The Blue Knight" as he is known on the CB air­ waves, will be the start of a Mobile Eye program in the McHenry area. "People must be made aware of the program and the fact that it does work in reducing crime," he said. He continued by saying, "Cooperation between citizens and police makes the program work." The basic function of the patrol is to observe and report and there is no contact between the Mobile Eye patrol cars and any suspects. Suspicious happenings are called to the base station and Sheriff's police are notified of the situation. ^-^The Blue Knight' wants enough people to become in­ volved in the program so that, criminals know that every CB; radio antenna is a potential; Mobile Eye patrol. "The fear of detection to' important to crime preven­ tion," said McFadden. "The mere presence of CB .! radio antennas will make a-; criminal think twice before- committing a crime." "The Blue Knight" is in the\ process of starting the Mobile Eye patrol in the McHenry area. He is presently taking ap­ plications for base stations and* mobile units to operate in assigned areas. Anyone interested in working as a volunteer in the Mobile Eye program should contact Deputy McFadden at the Sheriff's office. THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875" Shown above is the Crime Prevention officer of the McHenry Connty Sheriff's department, Deputy Ed McFadden, communicating with a roving Mobile Eye patrol car. "Hie Blue Knight", as he is referred to on CB air waves, has the CB radio installed in his squad car to monitor and synchronise the Mobile Eye patrol. The CB radio is the fourth radio in the squad car that McFadden monitors as is visible in the photo. The Mobile Eye patrol is a volunteer citizens' group aimed at reducing crime and vandalism in the county by patrolling and observing areas and relaying information collected and observations made to the Sheriffs police through the use of a base station. The program is presently in operation in the Wonder Lake area and McFadden hopes to initiate the program in the McHenry area in the near future. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD VOLUME 102 NUMBER 83 WEDNESDAY, MAY 17.1978 1 SECTION 24 PAGES 20' Recess Subdivision Plan Memorial Day Parade 1 Hearing To June 2 he city of McHenry will band will Dlay the National various cemeteries for further » We all need protection at one time or another, but youngsters, oldsters and animals usually come in for the greatest amount of concern. A telephone call last week came from a new resident of McHenry who expressed distress over the number of drivers who fail to obey the law when meeting school buses. Her family comes to McHenry from Italy, where irresponsible drivers have resulted in schools teaching children to cross the roads with extreme care. She has observed that in the United States, children are taught that law and order prevail, which extends to something as basic as rules for motorists meeting school buses. "Youngsters are told that drivers stop to let them cross the street", the caller ex­ plained, "and the children believe it". For this reason, often they aren't prepared for the careless driver (and there are many) who feel the long arm on the bus and warning light are for someone else. > Many a narrow escape never reaches print. We would hope to be spared the tragedy that could occur, if only through the concern of one lady who prompted this warning. And from exhausted workers striving for the humane treatment of animals comes another concern. One might think springtime would bring conditions more tolerable for neglected animals or those in homes with a minimum of care. This isn't necessarily the case. In one section of McHenry alone, animal welfare leaders have been alerted to three specific acts of cruelty or neglect and have set about the tedious vigil sometimes necessary before legal means can be taken to remedy the situation. Pets are often missing, and owners too often procrastinate, feeling the animal will return "tomorrow". What they don't know is that a dog without identification can be put to sleep at Animal Control in five days. Owners who have lost pets often call the police station and the newspaper office. This is fine. But first, according to those in-the-know, call Animal Control at 1-338-7040. KAF The city of McHenry will observe Memorial day Tuesday, May 30, when patriotic persons will pay tribure to the memory of the dead of all wars at a service in the city park at 9:30 a.m. The McHenry high school band will play the National Anthem. William Molnaire, a World War I veteran will sing "The Lord's Prayer", and a welcoming speech will be given by Mayor Joseph Stanek. A parade will then move to various cemeteries for further memorial services. Complete details will be announced next week. Any interested organization wishing to participate may contact either parade marshal, Bernie Matchen or Wally Kuck. RTA Public Hearing May 25 The board of directors of the Regional Transportation authority will hold a public hearing in McHenry county at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 25, in the McHenry Community high school West campus, 4724 W. Man Found Dead Friday Afternoon In McHenry Home A McHenry man was found by other family members in the bedroom of his home Friday afternoon, dead of a gunshot wound to the head. Police report that Albert Hulsey, 53,213 Willow lane, was found at 5:35 p.m. in the bedroom and that evidence indicated that he had died several hours earlier. Mr. Hulsey had lived alone at the time of his death. Judged Show Feature Of '78 Art Fair County artists are reminded that plans are well under way for the twenty-second annual Country Art fair, sponsored as a fund raising event by the Women's auxiliary to McHenry hospital. The dates for this year's fair are June 15, 16 and 17. Chairwoman Lynn Schirmer of Crystal Lake announced that the fair will return to Parkland Junior* high school, Ringwood Road and Rt. 120. The popular format includes a judged show, One-Man show, Gym show, and the McHenry County college exhibit. This year's one-man show features the work of Roy and Nancy Lyons. Anita Hart, buyer for the John M. Smythe Co. will judge the exhibit. Cash awards will be given to the top entries in each category. Entries to the fair include (Continued on page 20) Crystal Lake road, McHenry The hearing will focus on RTA's proposed annual program and budget for fiscal year 1979 and its proposed Five- Year Transit program for fiscal years 1979-1983. Residents from McHenry county region are encouraged ^ participate and express their opinions and ideas so they may be considered when the RTA board adopts a final budget for 1979. Anyone wishing to testify may register at the public hearing. Written testimony may be submitted to RTA not later than seven days after the > conclusion of the hearing. Copies of the proposed annual program and budget and the proposed RTA Five-Year Transit program are available for public inspection in the McHenry County Regional Affairs office, 101 Main street, Crystal Lake, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and at most public libraries, township, municipal and village offices in McHenry county. The McHenry county public hearing is the eighth in a series of nine that will be held throughout the RTA six-county region. The city Zoning Board of Appeals voted Friday to recess the hearing on the Der;by Acres proposal until June 2, at which time a vote on the proposals will be taken. The move to recess was made by board member, James Fouse, after another board member had to leave the hearing because of prior commitments. The Derby Acres hearing had Men postponed a week earlier, because the hearing petition needed to be rewritten. Derby Acres is owned by Herman Mass and is located north of Lakewood subdivision on McCullom Lake, next to the beach property the city pur­ chased earlier in the year from Mass. The land consists of 18.26 acres that is presently zoned F- farming. The H.H. Mass construction company is requesting reclassificati family, and city zoning ' |̂e- „ eticulous The petitioner also reqi^ m(jr* that the minimum rear yard requirement be waived and that the prohibition of con­ struction of an accessory building on the rear yard also be waived. Tom Nuelle, attorney for the petitioner, explained that they hoped the rear yard requirements could be waived so that a person could build his home as close to the lakefront ible also said that home ) on the lakefront es build boathouses and garages near the water and the prohibition restricts this; possibility. The zoning petition also requested that the subdivision and platting ordinance be amended for the subdivision,- waiving the length! requirements for cul-de-sacs, waiving the minimum road width requirements, and waiving the sidewalk, curb and gutter requirement. Charles Myanski, testifying for the petitioner, explained (Continued on page 20) Two Lose Lives In Auto Accidents A two-car accident on E. Wonder Lake road in Wonder Lake claimed the life of a Bridgeview man early Saturday morning. According to Sheriff's police, Frederick M. Bowers, 19, died of injuries he sustained when his car apparently crossed the center line while traveling southbound and struck a north­ bound vehicle at 1:40 a.m. The driver of the northbound vehicle, Candace Klasen, 4513 E. Wonder Lake road, told police the Bowers auto was traveling with its bright lights on and in the wrong lane of traffic. Miss Klasen said that she flashed her lights at the on­ coming auto and swerved but could not avoid the collision. Both drivers were taken to McHenry hospital by the Wonder Lake Rescue squad, where Mr. Bowers was pronounced dead at 2:15 a.m. and Miss Klasen was treated for the injuries she sustained. A five-year-old Marengo boy died in a Rockford hospital, where he was taken after being struck by a car Friday af­ ternoon near his home in Marengo. Sheriff's police report that they responded to the report of a pedestrian accident at ap­ proximately 5 p.m. on Meyer road, just south of Route 20 in Marengo (Continued on page 20) Programs For Retarded In County Rate High Scrutiny oy live state or federal agencies and the state fire marshal's office gives the McHenry County Association for the Retarded a high rating. Robert Lam bourn, executive, director of the association reported at the recent annual meeting in Johnsburg that "without exception-and I emphasize without exception - those agencies find that our programs and services exceed their standards and are func­ tioning in a professional manner." He said the reviews of various aspects of Pioneer center's operations came about for three reasons: (1) result of the timetable for re-licensure; (2) complaints; and (3) inquiries by interested citizens. Lambourn listed the agencies and the areas of prime in­ vestigation, as follows: Department of Labor-payroll; (Continued on page 20) First it's left, and then it's right. Tricia Welter and Ann Schoen display proud smiles of perfection as they walk forward before receiving their diplomas. Pride is also reflected on the faces of their parents and grandparents. Playland Palace. . . The End Steps were unsteady, and measured, and hats were often ajar if not on the floor, but none of these surprise developments detracted from the lustre of Playland Palace graduation exercises. The exciting, and very rewarding Playschool program at West campus ended its year Wednesday, May 10, when parents, grandparents and friends gathered for the important graduation ceremony. * The instructor, Miss Dunphy, and her forty Child Development students had held the Playschool every other day since November. During the course of the year the children engaged in many activities, highlighted by the observance of birthdays, a visit from Santa and the Easter bunny, and the presence of a policeman. Graduates were David Birkenkamp, Mary Ellyn Etheridge, Autumn Fishbach, Mark Foss, Antoinette Gacek, Lisa Hoffman, Michael Johnson, Suzi Moore, David Mullen, Tiffiny Popp, Christopher Roth, Ann Schoen, Kathryn Strohman, Thomas Wagner, Patricia Welter and Jonathan Regner. Acceptance, shyness and concern are Just a few of the expressions captured on the faces of Playland Palace graduates as they receive their diplomas following a year of "study". Tom Wagner, left, has decided to make the best of the situation, while Lisa Hoffman, finger In mouth, isn't quite sure if she can make it through the ceremony. Suii Moore also seems to have some qualms about the magnitude of the day's activities, while Mark Foss just struggles to keep his cap in place. In back are Ann Schoen and Tricia Welter. It's almost over, and Suzi Moore concludes that all of her worry was in vain -it was a "real nice clambake" after all. Her new found courage is expressed in a big smile for Miss Dunphy as she accepts her diploma. STAFF PHOTOS-WAYNE GAYLORD