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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 15 May 1981, p. 20

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1 > PAGE 18 - PLAINPEALE.R - FRIDAY, MAY 15,, 1*1 VOLUNTEERS COMMITTED TO WORK FOr'RETARDED •- (Contlnuad from page 1) told employees recognized for five and 10 years of service, respectively: "Your professionalism, your dedication and your deep level of caring that go far beyond eight hours a day, five days a week have significantly improved the lives of clients served by Pioneer center." After recognizing the staff members, Mrs. Bradshaw, speaking directly to the volunteers stated, "Volunteers started Pioneer center in 1959. After you got things going, professionals came along to run the program, but with the great inflationary crunch of today, the only way we are going to maintain these fine and vital programs is with the help of our volunteers." She said projects spearheaded by volunteers such as the fish boil, Skate- A-Thon and Christmas cards have provided significant additional funds to supplement the budget. Mrs. Bradshaw announced plans to call a meeting of community-minded organizational leaders to help form a resource development league for Pioneer center. These staff members were recognized for 10 years of service: Sandra Mereness, bus driver; Greta Weisenberger, day school aide; Gerrie Witz, transportation manager; and Timothy Yen, quality control specialist. Staff members recognized for five years of service included: John Bobbe, adult services director; Mary Foszcz, child development specialist; Nancy Irwin, work activities-program manager and counselor; Connee Meschini, residential services director; and Laura Pohl, work adjustment training supervisor. The following volunteers were recognized for giving either 50 hours of direct service to clients or programs or 50 service hours to fund-raising func­ tions: Donna Dowdy, Marilyn Ellrich, Kathy Holt, Jane Kerley, Hope Martin, Catherine Pierce, Dorothy Pitzen and Sandy Schweitzer. Two new board members were elected during the business session, Catherine Alvary and Robert Swart- zloff, both of McHenry. Retiring board members included Katherine Vorisek, Fox River Grove, and Terry Sun- derlage, Woodstock ,All officers were re-elected: Dix Meyer, Crystal Lake, president; Bruce L. Smyth, Crystal Lake, vice-president; Michael Lan- phier, Harvard; and Ormel J. Prust, McHenry, treasurer. FINANCIAL PINCH IN DISTRICT 15 EASES / (Continued from page 1) had increased its prices after winning the contract during the current year. Cary Dairy as loWH&idder for "half pints of milk at $.1153 and the proposal of the Colonial Baking Co. of Rockford at $.60 per loaf with no escalator were accepted by the board. Board questions about the effect of President Ronald Reagan's cuts on school lunch programs elicited the information that it would be minimal, affecting only the extra milk bought. But it was expected there would be some increases in lunch prices due to inflation. Dan DeRoche, assistant superin­ tendent for educational services, ex­ plained that state school officials had advised the district to submit an ap­ plication for Title I money in the amount of $51,000, which they estimated might be available, but could be more or less than asked. DeRoche said the money would be applied to programs at Valley View and Hilltop schools. This funding is about 25 per­ cent less than previously received and would not provide for a summer component in the program due to reduction. DeRoche said that further reductions in the program are expected in future years. The contract for continued em­ ployment of Dr. Farmer as superin­ tendent received negative votes from two board members, Arthur Newbrough and Jerry Bunting. Newbrough explained later that he voted "no" because he believed the monies provided Dr. Farmer were not enough in view of his length of service and his academic qualities in com­ parison to others occupying similar positions in other comparable area school districts. Bunting refused to explain his "no" vote. While processing personnel matters, the board passed resolutions honoring retiring teachers. Mary Vycital for 29 years and Catherine Kohrt for 16 years of continuous service to the district. The resignation of Brenda M. Schendel as a teacher was accepted and the board approved maternity leave for two others. The board further updated personnel actions among the classified (non-teaching) staff, accepting eight resignations dating back to January and approving two hires. Accepted for summer employment at $3.75 per hour as custodial employees were eight young people identified as Dwight Hibicke. Brian Landis, Fritz Larsen. Alvin Reinboldt. Tim O'Toole, Steve Toole, Brian Wrona, and James Wynveen. In other business, the board in­ creased the hourly building rental rate to $11 to reflect the current overtime rate for custodial hire paid when buildings are used at night or on weekends. The board okayed a proposal by Fred Goering, director of transportation, to acquire another used mini-bus for the early education program at a cost of about $1,200. ANGER PERSISTS AT SHORES (Continued from page 1) developers protect themselves by putting out bids for engineering work. As the trustees prepared to deal with a previously tabled motion to abolish the old board of local improvements, RyssJHaderly, former trustee, urged ^haf'The"' board follow the advice of village attorney Rogers and permit the existing board of local improvements to make its final recommendations to the trustees, who could then "ashcan it" if they so desired. The recommendation was all prepared and paid for. Haderly said. Lillegard demurred, she worried that the thin majority now held on the board could change and another board could push it (special assessment program) through regardless of what the people wanted. Zelvis suggested that they change the names on the board of local im­ provements and the board acted to reconstitute its membership. President pro tem Richard Panerali said that Baxter and Woodman advised that they would bill the village for services as of July 1, and that 30 days after, interest on the obligation would accumulate at the rate of 12 percent. The board once again tabled the motion to retain Rogers as attorney because of his involvement in the pending problems of the special assessment program. Qeorge Heck, vice-president of Baxter and Woodman and in charge of the McHenry Shores project, later confirmed that $42,000 represented 60 percent of the costs of designing and setting the scope of the project as in­ dicated in the contract. He noted that his firm, as is -consistent with engineering practice, charges for extra service feuch as preparing estimates, descriptions of the work and calculating costs for possible assessments, which could represent another $26,000 In addition, the firm was to be reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses in connection with the engineering such as borings and chasing down legal descriptions of properties, surveys, etc. These were to be billed to the village 90 days after the last hearing. Heck said he understood the difficult position of the village, but believes he and his staff more than fulfilled their service to the village His work on the project and drawings would be closer to 85 percent rather than the 60 percent to be billed. Heck noted that the former board did reject the first contract of­ fered by his firm and so both parties accepted a modified agreement that emphasized close control of costs for the project, and both parties realized that the program might not go through. However, the work is done and it is'in the village's obligation. Heck noted. Memorial Day Rites Set May 25 Memorial day will be observed in McHenry Monday. May 25, by the combined veterans' and civic organizations and their auxiliaries. Memorial services will start in the city park at 9:30 a m. The parade will start at approximately 10 a.m., following the memorial services The parade will proceed to the city beach and then to St. Patrick and Woodland-St. Mary's cemeteries for ritual firing, playing of taps and placing of flowers by the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars auxiliaries presidents. The marchers will return to the city park where they will disband. All local, civic, fraternal and patriotic organizations are urged to participate in the Memorial day ob­ servance. This includes Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts. Little League baseball groups. Civil Defense. CBers', rescue squads, horse patrols and many other clubs too numerous to mention. Many of these groups have marched on previous Memorial days and their presence is anticipated to show their respect for fallen veterans of all wars and police actions. Following the McHenry Memorial day observance, the rifle squad and MCHS Achievement Dinner McHenry high school students Kimberly Toussaint and Claes presented to another 34 seniors for their exceptional Petri receive plaques from District 156 school board academic accomplishments throughout high school, president Edward Neumann. The same accolades were STAFF PHOTOS-ANTHONY OLIVER About 125 parents, faculty, school board members and District 156 administrators gathered Tuesday night to honor 36 McHenry Community high school seniors for their ex- c e p t i o n a l a c a d e m i c achievements. The second annual Academic Recognition dinner, held at Andre's in Richmond, was centered around the 36 graduating seniors who have maintained grade point averages of 3.5 or better throughout their high school careers. In a few remarks to the assembly. District 156 school board president, Edward Neumann, said it was important to distinguish these students for their academic achievements. "By honoring and publicizing your achievements, we hope that younger students will emulate you." Neumann said. It has been noted before that schools tend to recognize musical and athletic accomplishments more than the academic. Neumann also said the com­ munity was not entirely without selfish motives in honoring the students and hoped to use the students and their achievements toward a better McHenry community. The board president com­ mented, "I hope you never lose your desire for learning." The students named have maintained a grade point average of 3.5 or better (on a scale of 4.0) throughout their high school careers. Honored Tuesday night were: Lisa Adams. Richard Adams, Stephanie Allen, Brady An­ derson. Keith Belzer, Kelly Brock, Cynthia Chappel, Lucinda Bushell, Christopher Freund, Jean Hoch, Robert Greve, Krista Kaefer, Robert Kalck, Aruna Lahoti, Sue LaFarlette, Gina Lindemann, Sue Malenius, Jeanette May, Kathy McGee, Claes Petri, Michael Mc- Williams. Kim Romano, Joseph Mullens Kimberly Salman, Robert Panning, Jane Sorting, Cheryl Patzke, Ronald Thomp­ son, Vittorio Poco, Kimberly Toussaint. Patricia Reeves. Jon &chmitt. Judy Snyder, Karen Strohman, Gabriella Suhr and Michael Szramek. combined color guards will go to Johnsburg for a Memorial day ob­ servance. Assembly will be at the Johnsburg bridge at 11:30 a.m. Shortly after, a wreath will be placed on the water of the river from the bridge in honor of the servicemen lost at sea. The parade will march to St. John's cemetery, where further ceremonies will be held. All local civic, fraternal and patriotic organizations are urged to participate there also on this day. Anyone with questions or suggestions are asked to call either of the two parade marshals: Bemie Matchen at 385-6127 or Wally Kuck at 385-6523. Complete details will appear at later date. a Find Wonder Lake Man Not Guilty Of Assault The jury found a 33-year-old Wonder I^ake man not guilty of aggravated assault and resisting a police officer charges in 19th Judicial Circuit court Tuesday morning. James R Carroll. Jr., of 8904 Vine, Wonder Lake, was charged following a traffic incident that occurred in Oc­ tober of 1979. Carroll was found guilty of reckless driving. The prosecution argued that Carroll refused to let vehicles pass and ran oncoming cars off the road on Route 120 between McHenry and Wonder Lake. When confronted. Carroll reportedly threatened police and citizens with an unloaded BB gun. Judge Haskell Pitluck set June 18 for sentencing on the reckless driving charge Two men face charges after McHenry police were called to break up a fight at Wayne's West End Pub, 4820 W. Elm street, McHenry. Wayne E Cullerton. 36, of 543 Capri, Palatine, was charged with battery and Gary R. Swanson, 29, of 5112 Home avenue. McHenry. faces disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property under $150 charges following the incident. Douglas P. Gould, 17 , 984 William­ sburg. Barrington. has been charged with criminal damage to property over $150 and resisting police after he kicked out a window at the Garden Quarter apartments. Richard L. Jacobe. of 4801 Prairie, McHenry, was arrested by McHenry police after he reportedly drove across a lawn. Jacobe was charged with criminal damage to property under $150. OPEN SUNDAYS MAN INEW H0RIZ0I 4 DR. HATCHBACK BRAND NEW '81 RELIANT K CAR COUPE Front wheel drive, full factory equipment, cloth seats. white sidewall radial* & more. Stk. 2511-1 Front wheel drive, cloth hibacks, defroster, white sidewall tires & more. Stk. 1018-1 40 % OFF on ALL PANTYHOSE and LILY OF FRANCE LINGERI D200I 3/4 TON PICKUP Front wheel drive, doth hi-backs, defroster, white 131 wheel bese, 318 V8, power steering, power brakes, heater, defroster ft more. Stk. 9091-0 : and SONB DODGE TRUCKS CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH SMO* ROOM ORC H Mondiy thru tf«0«v • to t 00 Wtw#Oa* 9 to S SF H VIO # H(I|)N • f \N 7 SI MONDAY THRU FRIDAY • 00 to S 30 With Rt«7T2~587-64 71 Fiesta Days Guide Book While the details of Fiesta days are being finalized, Neida Rechisky, Fiesta Day Guide chairman, announces that the 52-page Fiesta Day Guide booklet will be published again this year. "The Guide was such a wonderful way of extending a personal invitation to each and every resident in the greater McHenry area. We are proud to once again present this helpful Guide to Neida Rechisky looks over last year's Fiesta Day Guide as she completes plans for booklet that will be published again for the 1981 event. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD the community. The booklet is being put together now. We would like all arrangements to be made by the end of this week so we can meet our printing deadline," said Rechisky. Fiesta days this year are the same ten-day period as last year: July 17 through 26. The Guide will be mailed July 6 for delivery July 7 or 8. 60M ovrorBvstNESS PRICES SLASHED ON EVERYTHING IN THE ENTIRE STORE! Brand new summer fashions... hundreds of pieces from which to choose. DRESSES TEE-SHIRTS SKIRTST GOLF SKIRTS BLOUSES PANTS SHORTS COVERUPS TERRY SUNDRESSES BLAZERS SUMMER JEWELRY APPLIQUED SUMMER SWEATERS PLACE 37 N. Williams St., Downtown Crystal Lake (815)459-1710 SPECIAL SALE HOURS: Tues.-Fri. 10 p.m.; Sat. 9-5:30; Sun. 12-5

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