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PAGE 9 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY, JANUARY 19. 1979 Drive On To Cut Legislature Size $2.1 Bi l l ion School Budget WHAT S NEW The Coalition for Political Honesty has begun a statewide petition drive to put a binding constitutional amendment reducing the size of the Legislature on the 1980 general election ballot. The Legislative Cutback amendment will ask whether the size of the House of Representatives should be reduced from 177 members to 118. "The Illinois General Assembly has become one of the most costly, unproductive, and unresponsive legislative bodies in the United States," said Patrick Quinn, Coalition spokesman. "It's time to cut Illinois politicans down to size". I YOUTH, ON THE MOVE 1 I I I Twenty McHenry county 4- H'ers were nominated to regional record selection in various 4-H project areas. Those selected to advance to state record selection and the areas they will be competing for state and national awards include David Byron, Automotive; Shelly Von- Bruenchenhein, Food Con­ servation and Safety and Health; and Judy Vyduna, Achievement, Citizenship, Fashion Revue, Food Con­ servation and Safety, Home Management and Health. All are from McHenry. To be considered for ad­ vancement to state selection each member's 4-H record was evaluated. Experience in 4-H project and activities was 50 percent of their score. The other 50 percent was judged on their leadership in the 4-H program, citizenship and community service. Danielle Byron, Sue Malenius and Lee Tomlinson, all of McHenry, and Scott Detwiller, Wonder Lake, also had their books submitted to regional selection. WINTER PARTY- The McHenry County 4-H Federation will host a winter party for 4-H'ers Jan. 19 at the Woodstock city park. The fun begins at 7:30 p.m. The war­ ming house will be open until 10 p.m. Quinn said the Legislative Cutback amendment will "save Illinois taxpayers more than $7 million a year by eliminating the jobs of 59 unnecessary politicans. * The Illinois Legislature is trot third largest legislative body in the country and the highest paid. The taxpayer cost of running the General Assembly per session has risen from $10.2 million in 1970 to $32.8 million in 1976, an increase of 217 percent. Quinn said the Legislative Cutback amendment is the best way for citizens to keep the recent pay raise issue before the Illinois voters in the next two years. "The sneaky and selfish way in which Illinois politicans colluded to grant themselves exorbitant pay raises un­ derlines the need for basic structural reform in the General Assembly", said Quinn. "The Legislative Cutback amendment is a direct and responsible way for voters to cut waste in Springfield. It will also improve representation by enhancing legislative com­ petition and accountability." Under the amendment, representative districts will be half the geographical size of the present districts and cumulative voting will be abolished. Representatives will be elected from 118 single- member districts. m The Coalition must gather 252,000 signatures by May 4, 1980, to place the Legislative Cutback amendment on the ballot. Article XIV, section 3 of the Illinois Constitution allows citizens to cut the size of the legislature by direct initiative. "We believe that our volunteers have the proven signature-gathering ability to put the Legislative Cutback amendment before the voters." said Quinn. "Illinois citizens are way ahead of politicians when it comes to demanding reform in state government." Quinn said the Coalition will be contacting other groups interested in reducing the size of the Legislature Including the League of Women Voters, the Illinois Farm Bureau, Citizens for an Accountable Legislature (Peoria), and the Committee' for Legislative Reform. Anyone interested in cir­ culating Legislative Cutback petitions may write the Coalition at 28 Madison St., Oak Park, 111., 60302 or phone (312) 323-4588. The Coalition gathered 635,158 signatures in a petition drive that stopped advance pay for politicans in 1976 and collected 543,000 signatures last summer in a campaign for property tax reform. Calling Colleen BY COLLEEN DUDGEON Should She, Should She Not Marry Father Of Her Child? Dear Colleen: / I 've been hurt by men so many Bud love you? Forget pbout the times that I 'm scared to love past. I know, i t 's easier said anybody. I 've got a j*uy named than done, but try. . . and concen- Bud who's asked Irate on the future. I can't tell me to marry him you who to marrv. Quite frankly, ,1 don't think you should have to ask me. Whether you marry Bud or not. I hope you'll let the child know his father and love him. I can't deride what to do, es­ pecially since we have a child Dear Peggy: Do you love Bud? Are you will­ ing to raise this child alone*1 Does If you would like Colleen's comments on yiour particular situation or problem, wr,te COLLEEN, Box 639. Frankfort, Ky. 40602 ) The Illinois state board of education Thursday voted to request $2.1 billion for elementary and secondary education in Illinois during fiscal year 1980. The recom­ mended budget for FY 80 represents a $171 million in­ crease- or 8.8 percent-over present state spending. The largest share of the budget--$1.42 billion-is ear­ marked for direct aid to local school districts. In addition, the board will recommend a move toward full access for all districts by computing claims using & district's operating tax rate plus one-half of the difference between the district's operating tax rate and the maximum operating tax rate required for full formula participation. Based on current assessment tax rate, and pupil data, the $1,310 per pupil foundation level wfould be increased to $1,375. The proposed budget includes a $60 million increase for general school aid and $86 million in categorical aid for adult education, special education and student tran­ sportation. Also included in the budget recommendation is an increase of $27 million for teachers' retirement. This represents a 12 percent in­ crease over the funding level for 1978-79, but is necessary to OF WE SERVICE ALL BRANDS THE LARGEST INVENTORY WATER PUMPS IN THE MIDWEST •J*t Pumps •Subm*rsibl* Pumps •All Typ« of Pump Ports •Coptivo Air TonWs •Wotor Filters •SoHtnsrt •Hydr-o-motic Sump Pumps •Woll Drilling •Idool Sump Pumps •Everything Wotor THE HOUSE THAT GOOD ESY ) WELLS ' BUILT ^815 385-5252 3200 N. RICHMOND RD (ROUTE 31 NORTH) McHENRY, ILL. StfS meet pension, obligations to retired teachers. The state board proposes allocating $222 million for special education, an increase of 20 percent over present state spending. Programs included within the special education budget are increased funding for transportation; ex­ traordinary services, private school tuition reimbursement, orphange tuition; and deaf blind center I Other budget recom­ mendations include $ 1 5 . 6 million f^r School Lunch and Breakfast program; $15 million for desegregation asistance to reimburse school districts for court-ordered or voluntary desegegation; $29.5 million for vocational education, and $14 9 million for state education office operations. After the rush of buying and returning Christmas gifts -cold January days can be fil led by studying seed cata­ logs for spring flowers and garden. i When using copper acces­ sories or appliances in vour kitchen, use rigid copper tub­ ing for your curtain r<vN Using a simple two connection, this handy enables you to hang uj < phone and pick up <; tension -- with no ph*. i . ; i off the hook K mist An ' .ED indi&Vfs a ;> beinJ heid Jin 5s M0N. TUES. WED. THURS. FRI. SAT. Come... <?anp! Our Fine Cuisine DINNER SPECIALS 10-12 0Z. LOBSTER TAIL *85° BAR B- Q OR FRIED CHICKEN (All You Can Eat) CRAB LEGS BAR B-Q RIBS AND FRENCH FRIED SHRIMP COMBINATION FISH FRY (All You Can Eat) PRIME RIB DINNER FOR TWO Including Carafe of Wine *395 *695 $750 J395 14 00 SUNDAY BREAKFAST 8:30 - NOON Live Entertainment Nightly Except Sunday 10% DISCOUNT TO SENIOR CITIZENS 4il2 W. RTE. 120 ( *j\ICftIICIl lV 'IIIII McHENRY, IL 2 blocks West of McHenry '*1^*1 fllfll V ) M a r k e t P l a c e S h o p p i n g C e n t e r * M I I M M w l l U U ^ V IEMEMSM0® HOURS. M0N,THURS. 11:30 AM l OOAMj FRI. & SAT. 11:30 AM 2:00 AM SUNDAY 9:00 AM 10:00PM 344-0900 mm/mm. HOMESTYLE BREAD LOAF HARBOR SIDE FRESH FROZEN px I yuttn LltHB Ltbi v--J DEAN'S HALF & HALF 49* NT FIEI 2% MILK 63 EVERYDAY •LOWH PRICE! RED OR WHITE POTATOES 1.49 HALF GALLON GRAPEFRUI 3 LBS. POR ONIONS OPEN EVERY DAY 'TIL 10 7 DAYS A WEEK! WHOLE CHICKENS ~ SUNNVSIOE FOODS BILL'S COUNTRY MEATS THE BOTTLE SHOP >79 LB. LB. 'BEEF FREEZER HOME SELECTION BOX FREEZER BOX ALL USDA CHOICE ALL BEEF USDA CHOICE CUT UP 79' LB. BREASTS 1.29 LB. LEGS & THIGHS 89' LB. MEADOW GOLD ICE CREAM ALL FLAVORS ICE CREAM BARS 65* 6 PACK HILLS BROS. COFFEE 4.99 2 LB. CAN IGA CLEANER 65* 32 OZ. 4-Sirloin Steaks, 1 Each 2-Round Steaks, 1 Each 4-Rib Steaks, 2 Each 3 T-Bone Steaks, 1 Each 4-Cube Steaks, 2 Each 1-5 Lb. Box Beef Patties 5-1 Lb. Ground Beef 2-1 Lb. Beef Stew 2 3 to 4 Lb. Pot Roast 2-4 Lb. Rolled Beef Roast 2 2 Each Short Ribs Beef 2-2 Each Beef Shanks 1-2 to 3 Lb. Pc. Corn Beef ONLY APP. 65 LBS. OF MEAT $ 50 5-1 Lb. Packages Ground Beef 1-5 Lb. Box Ground Beef Patties 2-Slices Choice Round Steak, 1 Each '-Slices Choice Sirloin Steak, 1 Each 3-1 Lb. Packages Beef Stew 2-2V2 Lb. Frying Chickens, Cut Up 2-3 to 4 Lb. Pot Roasts 1-4 Lb. Rolled Beef Roast 2-Slabs Baby Spareribs 1-4 Lb. Pork Loin Roast 2-4 Ea. Center Cut Pork Chops 2-1 Lb. Packages Beef Liver, Sliced 4-Rib Steaks, 2 Each 2-Cornish Hens 1-1 Lb. PorltSausage Roll ONLY » \ APP $Q550 1 Qf MEAT SWISS CHEESE JOHNSON KLEEN 'N' SHINE 1.29 140Z Vi BEEF •CUT •WRAPPED •FROZEN 25 BLSCH'S LB. USDA CHOICE BEEF LIVER USDA CHOICE ROUND BONE POT ROAST USDA CHOICE BLADE POT ROAST J LB M USDA CHOICE CHUCK STEAK % LB. SWIFT PEMIUM HARD SALAMI HYGRADES HOT DOGS 139 % LB. > OLD MILWAUKEE * J BEER 6 1 2 O Z . C A N S 139 AT SUNNYSIDE FOODS Sale Beer Not Iced. We Reserve the Right to Unit Quantities While They Last. 4216 N. WILM0T RD. (Just North of Johnsburg) 385-8097 j. BAVET BRANDY 1.75 LITRE Q89 t!N NI6« TEN HIGH BOURBON WHISKEY QUARTS A 29 BLUE NUN WHITE WINE FIFTH 099 WALKER'S GIN 1.75 LITRE 49 WALKER'S VODKA WALKERS CANADIAN * FLEISCHMANN'S GIN QUARTS 1.75 LITRE 1.75 LITRE 29 29 59 PETER DAWSON SCOTCH 59 QUARTS DON Q RUM DRAGONE LAMBRUSC0 33 FIFTHS FIFTHS TAYLOR LAKE COUNTRY WINES :"<"DK F,FTHS •WHITE WE WELCOME FOOD STAMPS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS A GROCERY PRICES jjMtomgfl EFFECTIVE TIL JAN. 20 LIQUOR PRICES EFFECTIVE TIL JAN. 21 JohniilHirf Road J SUNNVSIOE FOODS < h.prl Hill a»«<* 4216 N. WI.LM0T RD. lust North nf Johnsburg) I0A Hi. 120 eat Dept. Tel. 385-7663 0>EN 7 DAYS 7 10 SUN. THURS. 7 11 FRI. & SAT. &