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>1 What started as a peaceful Sunday afternoon turned into a nightmare for Mrs. Donald Ray of 3011 Mourine lane, Hunterville Park. The beautiful cock pheasant, held at left by Sally Joosten, director of Wildlife for the McHenry County Conservation district, crashed through a storm window, a regular window and continued through a shade and drape at the Ray home. Ms. Joosten made the rescue and ministered to the injured bird before releasing it early this week. Above is Mrs. Ray's husband, Donald, holding the drapes through which the pheasant crashed, and in the background is the window temporarily repaired. If anyone finds wildlife that needs help, Ms. Joosten says they may call her at 815-338-3276. STAFF PHOTOS-WAYNE GAYLORD He Lived To Tell Tale. . . Can a cock pheasant survive a plunge through two panes of glass, a shade and drapes and survive? The answer is yes if it's Spring and the big bird has spirit and strength. Mrs. Donald Ray was home with her two young children at 3011 Mourine lane, Hunterville Park, early Sunday afternoon when she heard a crash and breaking glass. Moving toward the source of the noise, she opened a bedroom door to find a slightly stunned but still mobile cock pheasant walking around. The storm window, regular window pane, shade and drapery had large holes thattold the story. W Frightened, Mrs. Ray sought help to capture "a big bird". Within a short time she welcomed Sally Joosten of Woodstock, who is director of Wildlife for the McHenry County Conservation district. but^he's not talking I Ms. Joosten, long accustomed to rescue work, crawled amidst broken glass in an attempt to reach the shocked and somewhat terrified bird which was seeking refuge under the bed. Suddenly the pheasant began to fly, but was held down by contact with the ceiling, which subdued him sufficiently that Ms. Joosten could pick him up. A short time later, with the confused pheasant under her arm, she started home to minister to his wounds. By Monday morning she was happy to report that Mr. pheasant, who had undergone some internal bleeding, was well on the way to recovery and was soon to be released. In McHenry was a relieved Mrs. Ray, who was telling her perplexed husband, Donald, details of a story too unbelievable to be fiction. The City Council voted to accept the Zoning Board of Appeal's recommendation and deny the special use requested by the Pioneer Center to con­ struct a group home on Kane avenue at its regular meeting Monday night. A crowded Council chambers listened as six aldermen voted to deny the request (Bolger, Nolan, Smith. Harker. Adams and Rogers), while two (Datz and Schooley) voted in favor of the proposal "We know that the people using the home would be sweet and humble people," explained Alderman William Bolger "But that's not what we're voting on." He added that two prior requests to zone the property in question for other than single family use were denied in the past. Bolger moved to deny the petition "We all have concern for the humanity of the plans of the Pioneer center," commented Council member Elizabeth Nolan, "but the ZBA did their homework on this issue." Nolan seconded the motion The special use request was asked for property on Kane avenue near Green street Bolger and Nolan represent the ward the property in question is located in Alderman Edward Datz explained he was sorry the Zoning board voted the way it did. It was the second time in recent weeks Datz voted in opposition to the Zoning board and expressed his displeasure with the board each time Musin "Well, I just made my con­ tribution to the Waukegan-Elm- Front street intersection". The voice was a member of our advertising staff, and for proof, he produced a ticket for $35 from the police department for blocking the intersection. "Impossible', we said. Drivers have been blocking that intersection and causing accidents, ulcers and headaches almost as long as we can remember. Surely now that a remedy is forthcoming from the state, we are not getting relief But we are! A talk with our court reporter revealed that the push to clear that in­ tersection came a few weeks ago Now, it seems, $35 tickets are not the exception but the rule. We almost feel sorry for all these drivers who have gotten away with doing their own thing all these years. They may well feel like the spoiled youngster whose Mom and Dad have finally seen the light. You really can't blame him for crying. When our staff member accepted the ticket, he looked at the $35 and decided it might be prudent to find out how to avoid the same situation again. His question was, "Officer, how is a driver supposed to make this turn (from Waukegan travelling west). The officer gave it only momentary consideration and responded. "Very carefully". This seems to prove something we've been ex­ pounding upon for a long time - there isn't any good way to merge with north-bound traffic when leaving Waukegan road. There are two alternatives, either close west-bound traffic on Waukegan or carry out the rather complicated procedure recommended by the state, which will probably work well. In the meantime, to com- (Continued on page IS) Set Machinery In Motion For Private Gifted Funds The school board of Elementary District 15 agonized over establishing an account for private funds for a gifted program which parents were soliciting following an earlier meeting on the subject. At the conclusion of the discussion, the machinery was set in motion to establish the fund. Dr. Richard Farmer, district superintendent, asked at the last week's meeting that Bill Landis, assistant superintendent for operational services, be authorized to establish a fund for moneys raised to be disbursed at the direction of school authorities working with the parents. The school would be the custodian of this special fund. The school attorney advised that the parents could restrict or stipulate the use of this money which would be con­ sidered a gift to the school and it would be handled as an ac­ tivity fund. David Cain, board president, said he was con­ cerned with the mechanics of the spending from the fund, and how it would affect the cost analysis of certain programs. Board member Anna Cuda had reservations and was not sure that she approved. She recalled that in past years parents had wanted to con tribute for various purposes* which resulted in a certain school being singled out where the money was to be spent. She (Continued on page 18) Datz criticized ZBA member Suzanne Kauss' suggestion that a committee be formed to try to find a more suitable site She had stated at the zoning hearings that the board was possibly not "morally or ethically knowledgeable" to determine a location for the group home. "This isn't a moral issue," Datz said "And everything we do is ethical." Prior to the vote, a request by Attorney James Militello. representfttf the center, was granted by| Mayor Stanek to allow three^persons to speak on behalf of "me proposal. Attorney Joseph Congdon objected to the addition of more testimony. but Stanek overruled the objection Congdon had explained that the function of the Zoning board was to hear all testimony and he was objecting to the allowing of any further testimony. Robert Lamboitrn, executive director for the County Association for the Retarded, told the Council the site selection was important to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, which was funding the project. He explained (the site met four criteria necessary in selecting a site: accessibility, tran­ sportation, utilities and size. "The people in the group home (eleven in all) would be moderately mentally retarded people," he stated "They are not dangerous." He explained the residents of the home would be able to feed, dress and groom themselves, prepare simple foods, wash and iron clothes, carry on simple conversations and read simple sentences. He said they would be able to function semi- independently and do routine household activities "These people are very conscientious of their responsibilities." he added. "And contrary to popular belief, they do not rape, molest and run about the community " Lambourn asked the Council to "be humanitarian." and assist the people by allowing the construction of the group home Alderman Bolger indicated he understood the problems and concerns for the people, but the problem with the proposal was the fact that the area was strictly a residential neigh borhood "The basis for objection is that the proposal is not in keeping with the single-family development." he said Architect William Ewald addressed the Council and explained the appearance of the group home would try to keep with residential types in the area. "I think the home can provide a very handsome addition to the community." Ewald explained.He added the purpose of the building was to provide "as near a residence as possible, not an institution " Attorney Congdon questioned the number of bedrooms in the facility. Ewald answered there would be eleven bedrooms for the residents of the home, one bedroom for the houseparents and an additional spare bedroom, a total of thirteen in all "Isn't this more akin to a boarding house than a single family residence"" Congdon asked "That's not for me to say." Ewald answered "I thought an architect would have an opinion on that," Congdon commented Attorney Militello said the zoning ordinance required substantial injury be ex perienced by neighboring property to indicate the proposal should be denied "There may be injury, but qot substantial," he said "Real estate appraiser Thomas Peters told the Council he had taken inventory of the neighborhood of the subject property and "in my opinion, the proposed facility would not be injurious" to the area He did indicate the property abutting the subject property would suffer a decrease in value due to the construction of the group home Council member Nolan questioned the entire (Continued on page 18) StoarD Winning iletospaper 1978-̂ -- Illinois Press Association Nfwspapt-r Contest 2 SECTIONS 28 PAGES 20' Community Building Survey In Section 2 Page 6 • • - . ' r School Filing Deadline Near At least three new faces will be seen on the boards of education of the two McHenry school districts as the result of the April election. The presidents of the grade and high schools boards are not seeking election, and at lefest one present member of the District 15 board will not be a candidate. James Althoff announced several weeks ago that he would not seek another term on the High School District 156 board. He is completing four terms and has served much of that time as president. Edward J. Neumann, Jr., 3088 N. Country Club drive, who serves that board as secretary, had not filed by Monday noon, but has a petition out. Dan McNulty, presently completing a one-year term, is seeking a full, three-year term. There are two other an­ nounced candidates, in District 156, Terence Howard, 1718 W. Lincoln road, a former member of the grade school board, and Barbara J. Slater of 1709 Mar road. Besides Neumann's petition, there is one other out in District 156. Three will be elected In Grade School District 15 there have been three filings to fill that number of vacancies They are Jon C. Gealow, 2903 Bayview court, Kathleen Cichonski, 1809 S Fernwood, and Gertrude Casey, 401 N Country club The terms of three members expire, M. David Cain. Anna Mae Cuda and Robert Thorn­ ton Cain, who is serving as board president, and Ms Cuda have indicated they Will not seek reelection Thornton has a petition out but had not filed early Monday afternoon. Several others also have petitions out in this district Friday, March 23, is the last day to file The election will be held Saturday. April 14 THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINJCE 1875" WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 1979 "Strictly Residential" ^ Deny Group Home Petition Begin Search For New Queen Lawn Is Lake In Holiday Hills VOLUME 103 NUMBER 67 Miss Linda Bonk, reigining Miss McHenry, invites all girls between the ages of 17 and 21, who live in the McHenry high school district to enter the Miss McHenry pageant which will be held June 19 at the American Legion clubhouse, on Ringwood road The McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce, along with American Legion Post 491 and its auxiliary, will again co- sponsor this event. The 10-week charm course will begin April 10 Surrounded by water which reached right to the doorstep, a perfect reflection of this home on Holiday drive in Holiday Hills is visible. Although McHenry County Emergency Services Director John Shay termed flooding conditions in the area "watchful, hut not critical," residents of the Holiday Hills area are experiencing problems as channels in the village go over their banks. Shay indicated there was no major problem along the Fox river Monday, although the river had not yet crested and there was still considerable snow not melted in the v> atershed in \\ isconsin and the level of the river was still rising. "We're concerned but not worried." Shay said. "But people who don't have flood insurance should get some to be safe." he advised. Flood insurance becomes effective^ five days after purchase, according to Shay. STAFI PHOTO-WAYNE (• XYIOR1) LINDA BONK An application appears on page 3 of this issue. Each candidate will be contacted personally by a committee member prior to the starting date. Mrs. Sharon Nye is busy finalizing plans with her committee, consisting of Marissa Merkel, Barbara Low. Kim Kantlenher and Miss McHenry Linda Bonk. More information will appear in subsequent issues.