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PAGE 10 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY, MARCH 23.197» COUNTY BOARD REVERSES OVERRIDE (Continued from page 1) original vote on acceptance or denial of the ZBA recom­ mendation came before them, the second vote was 15 to 9 to accept it. Two of the McHenry members changed their original vote, this time voting in accord with the ZBA. They were Doherty and Weingart. Viewing possible flooding, a resolution was passed that empowers the County board chairman to restrict or prohibit the operation of watercraft on rivers and waterways within the jurisdiction of the county at certain times. These included any time he determines the water to be at flood stage or when the operation of water- craft could be a danger to residents. A report by John Shay, director of the McHenry County Emergency Services and Disaster agency, disclosed that in excess of $300,000 is coming to townships, cities and villages in federal money for damages during the recent snow storms. He said most of the 17 town­ ships and 23 cities filed for assistance. A report from Administrator William Morefield of Valley Hi Nursing home disclosed recent talks with township supervisors indicated support of an ex­ pansion program at the home. Morefield said they told him they would be willing to in­ crease their contribution. In a discussion of the matter Tuesday, it was agreed that an attempt will be made to secure state and federal funding. One member pointed out that it will be necessary to detail the need for such expansion before the state will consider making money available. A feasibility study will be made. Pledging to work closely with county board and county of­ ficials, Ted Floro of Woodstock was approved by unanimous vote as the new state's at­ torney. That action followed a letter from State's Attorney William Cowlin, announcing his intention to resign. Among appointments, James Althoff of McHenry, County Board Chairmen Richard Klem and Floronwere named to the Lake-McHenry Law En­ forcement commission. Member Clint Claypool of McHenry outlined for the board the proposed schematic drawings needed for the proposed courthouse addition. An expenditure of $75,000 was authorized for the design. $1 MILLION SUIT NAMES SCHOOL DIRECTORS (Continued from page 1) that among reasons discussed prior to the vote was a $110 tuition fee for a grade school pupil to attend a high school class the remainder of the year, and the danger of setting a precedent by doing so. He added that the Gifted Child program is only nominally funded by the state. He continued to say that at the previous week's meeting the board considered both the Gifted Child and Remedial Reading programs. The Gifted Parent organization was acknowledged and a full time teacher was approved for teaching the Gifted Child. Dr. Farmer also stated that a board member had talked with the Irwins and told them the matter can still be recon­ sidered until March 27. But Mrs. Irwin remains adamant in assuring that an appeal of the board's decision will be made at that meeting. She said the family's private psychologist and her husband, an attorney in Barrington, will be present to appeal the denial. The Irwins have two other tt tuesday njarcli 27th is thrift day at lakehurst. The big and exciting new sale the last Tuesday of each and every month. .99 LAKEHURST THE LIVELIER PLACE Tuesday is thriftday at Lakehurst. When you see the balloons flying, you'll know it's thriftday. So be a thrifty bird and get it on! Bargains galore! Remember . . . The last Tuesday of each and every month is thriftday at Lakehurst LAKEHURST One minute east of the Tri-State/One minute west of Skokie Highway (Rt. 41)at Waukegan (Rt. 43) and Belvidere Roads (R£ 120) Waukegan children, 8 and 5 years old, who she said are "functioning very well in the district". The school *said Thomas had been enrolled in Edgebrook's Gifted program previously, but was not part of it this year. CONCLUDE RECORD LONG McHENRY ZONING HEARING (Continued from page 1)' mend an amount of occupancy permits to be issued to the company each year. "Would the board then im­ pose restrictions on the other developers?" Berg questioned. Fouse answered the board took each request on its own merits. "We're not trying to impose any restrictions that you say aren't already self-imposed," Klontz indicated. "This could put us in a competitive disadvantage," Berg replied. "We could be the only developer in the city with a restriction." "It's not unreasonable to ask for a restriction on the rate of buildout to protect the city residents," Klontz argued. Berg indicated that if the board was willing to be fair and if they wanted to impose restrictions and could do it he didn't want to be a part of it. Klontz moved the board recommend the " Council restrict the development to no more than 150 units in a 12- month period. Board member Robert Blake seconded the motion. Board member Suzanne Kauss told the board the Pheasant Valley subdivision which would be the prinicipal competitor of Winding Creek didn't have a restriction and would have an advantage over RDG in a building rush. Mrs. Cuda explained she was opposed to unbridled growth, but she was also opposed to limiting the number of permits „ issued because it was discriminatory. "We can't do it with just this particular one," she said. "The growth should be monitored," she continued, "but I have a gut feeling this isn't the way." She felt the action would cause the city problems. She recommended the Council solve the problem without limiting the number of permits, "because she didn't know the legalities of it." Klontz explained that he was addressing the problem, because if he didn't, he couldn't be sure anyone would. Blake asked if permits not used one year would be added to the total for the following year. Klontz indicated this was not a part of the motion and Berg asked what the reason was the number couldn't be cumulative. "It might not be in the best interests of the city," Klontz replied. While Klontz, Blake and Fouse voted to recommend the 150 limit per year, Ms. Kauss, Mrs. Cuda and Harold Spruth voted against the motion. Spruth indicated economic conditions would control growth. Ms. Kaus said she was for controlled growth as did Mrs. Cuda, but neither felt the limiting of permits was the answer. Klontz then moved the board recommend the City Council consider the rate of build-out and occupancy of this PUD and Cr«*k Pictured above is Residential Development's plans for the Winding Creek Planned Unit Development. The zoning of each area and its density (units per acre) is explained in the key in the lower left hand corner. The entire development is comprised of 1,278 units on 385 acres. The average density of the project is 3.36 units per acre. place some restrictions on the rate of growth. The motion was passed unanimously. Further discussion followed concerning an overall traffic impact study for the city. A motion passed explaining that the recent traffic study done was limited in scope and asked the Council to undertake a comprehensive traffic impact study of the whole city and take action on its findings. Ms. Kauss asked why RDG should be penalized for something that should have been done five years ago. "Everything comes out in the concept of this PUD," she said, "but we don't want to penalize it too much. There is an im­ mense traffic problem now and the city hasn't done anything about it in the past." "RDG is feeling the brunt of the city's growing pains," she added. "The last PUD we voted on went through with no problems, no restrictions." She said she agreed there were traffic problems but a study wasn't the answer, in­ dicating the city needed to alleviate the problems. Fouse and Attorney Bernard Narusis explained the motion did not restrict the petition. A final recommendation passed by the board asked the Council to address itself to the strategic location of crosswalks across Boone Creek for the protection of children in the area. 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Rand road. No injuries were reported in the collision. A bay-color quarter horse suffered internal injuries Tuesday morning when it was struck by a car on Edgewood road in Nunda township. Michael R. Bonni, 6520 Coachlight road, told police he driving eastbound on Edgewood road near the 6100 block, when a horse ran out from the right of his vehicle. The animal crossed in front of his car and he applied his brakes, but could not avoid striking it broadside. The horse reportedly got up and ran into the woods. A sheriff's deputy went back to the area and found the animal and its owner. Becky R. Clark, at 6009 Edgewood road A veternarian indicated the horse was suffering from in­ ternal bleeding and would be taken to a clinic. The animal apparently escaped his pasture after a tree had fallen on a fence, creating an opening. The Bonni vehicle sustained approximately $300 damage. Jeffrey C. Peterson, 1000 Fourth street, escaped injury early Wednesday morning when his car was reportedly forced off the road. Peterson told Sheriff's police he was eastbound on MeCullom Lake road when he was forced off the road to avoid a head-on collision. An approaching car had reportedly strayed into the eastbound lane while travelling westbound. Peterson was unable to give police any description of the vehicle that caused the ac­ cident. FORMER BUSINESS, CIVIC LEADER DIES (Continued from page 1) Liberty Bell award, an honor bestowed by the McHenry County Bar association, several years ago. Among the most important of his humanitarian services was performed during the twenty years he acted as city chair­ man of the McHenry March of Dimes. He filled that role until 1955 and served as vice- chairman of the County March of Dimes in 1959. At one time Mr. McGee also served as chairman of the Cancer campaign. His long and devoted service to McHenry began almost as soon as he moved here. At one time he was commander of the American Legion post and he served as grand knight of the McHenry Council, K. of C. Youth activities attracted him and he served as city chairman vvof the Boy Scout finance drive for four years. In addition, he was a member of the McHenry County Boy Scout executive council committee for six years. He became township clerk in 1934 and that same year was named city chairman for the annual Red Cross drive. These assignments were followed by his appointment to head the McHenry County Township Officials association in 1934 and 1935. This capable man was named chairman of the Finance< committee when his church, St. Patrick's, celebrated its centennial in 1940. He was appointed a parish trustee by the bishop in 1949. After a long and successful career as owner of McGee's Store for Men, Mr. McGee was appointed postmaster, serving the McHenry office for more than a quarter of a century. Through the years he held the office of treasurer in the McHenry Rotary club and was active in the American Legion post, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, McHenry Barracks, World War I veterans, the Holy Name society and the Knights of Columbus. He was a Fourth degree knight of Council 1288. Mr. McGee belonged to the McHenry County Serra club and also held a membership in the Enterprise club, an organization of veteran business people. The deceased was born in Harvard Nov. 23, 1889, the son of Owen and Mary Sullivan McGee, and later attended the Woodstock public schools. His business career was interrupted by his enlistment in the Army in World War I. He served for more than three years in the Mexican Border dispute before his discharge in June of 1919. He received a Silver Star medal for gallantry in action. In August of 1919, he moved to McHenrv and established McGee's Clothing Store as a partnership. He became sole owner in 1923. Mr. McGee was married to Ethel Callinan, who preceded him in death in 1961. His only immediate survivors are a son, John, of McHenry and five grandchildren. Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Mrs. Hazel Bennett, Mrs. Alice Ryan, Ethel and Lillian McGee, and by one brother, Sylvester> The body rests at the George Justen & Son chapel, where visitation was scheduled from 2 to 9 p.m. Thursday. A funeral Mass will be offered at 11 o'clock Friday in St. Patrick's Catholic church, with burial in the churchyard cemetery. STATE C OF C PRESIDENT SPEAKS AT DINNER ^ » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » I l l l l t W I W I I I I « » « » » » « » Professional Residential Carpet Cleaning Two Step Process Rotary Machine 1 • Scrubbing _ Steamex JL • Rinsing CALL PAUL 385-0688 MORENZ MAINTENANCE o o f l o O Q O O O Q O O O 0 f l f l g f l f l Q f l f l f l f l f l f l Q f l t t t a i . 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He is currently a member of the Governor's Counsel on Jobs and the Economy, a trustee of the Illinois Council on Economic Education, and chairman of the Citizens Advisory Council of the College of DuPage. Brann and his family are residents of Hinsdale. MELT FOR RETARDED The board of directors of the McHenry County Association for the Retarded will hold its regular meeting March 22 at 8 p.m., at 4803 West Elm street, McHenry. TEST HYDRANT PRESSURE T h e c i t y a n n o u n c e d t h a t there will be a testing of the hydrant pressure by the state's rating board Thursday, March 29, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. About 12 hydrants may be run at high pressure, which could result in discolored water. THE Furniture Hospital CRYSTAL LAKE UPHOLSTERY SHOP IS REPAIRING ft REGLUING Larry ft Jim Seymour 815/459-0653