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-A-Ride Will To McHenryM McHenry township officials Thomas Birmingham, clerk; Albert "Albie" Adams, supervisor; Howard Snyder, trustee; and Brace Novak, trustee, are shown with one of the new RTA Dial-A-Ride buses that will serve McHenry township this fad. The buses (left) were shown to county, township and local officials last Friday in Crystal Lske. STAFF PHOTOS--ANTHONY OLIVER THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER SERVING THE CHAIN-Q-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875 WEDNESDAY. MAY 4. 1983 SECTION VOLUME NUMBER 80 24 107 Deny Waiver For Home Inspection by Anthony Oliver The McHenry City Council voted Monday night to deny a waiver of inspection for a "modular" home a % Woodstock Financial Services, Inc., is one developer of the McHenry Lakes Estates subdivision (Jacob Freund farm) on McHenry's north side. The developers proposed r* i .f* ' l-H: We who have lived enough decades to have memories, recall a number of things that have disappeared from everyday living. Some we have relinquished with a tinge of regret; others with the utmost pleasure. A third class carries mixed feelings. Few would argue that hauling buckets of coal in the winter, or suf­ fering through hot summers with only fans, are experiences that are best forgotten. * Thermostats that bring on modern heating units at exactly the right are not to be denied as we applause to IMS conveniences, we can look ahead to the com- ible coolness of air conditioners ais we anticipate the humid heat of the months ahead. Television, condemned as it is, has found its way into almost every home in the land. Although we are sometimes appalled at the offerings, it's a form of entertainment that has given pleasure to countless numbers of people and filled otherwise dull days far those confined to their homes. Certainly one of the changes that prompts mixed reactions is our system of highways. Designed technically perfect in many cases, minus potholes that were a standard part of roads a half century ago, there are flaws. The monumental task of finding one's way from here to there when it involves metropolitan areas makes drivers wonder. Is it really worth what the task takes out of one's spirit and physical strength? Other mixed feelings are ex­ perienced on the subject of super­ markets. They offer the utmost in every need category of the shopper, and no one questions tha efficiency of their operation. But the friendly visit in the old Ma and Pa stores, with every deft on a first name basis, is- something we miss. All of this reminds us of the time when we received the Sears Roebuck catalog in the mail just as regularly as the seasons changed. building modular, or 90 pe&ent pre­ fabricated homes, on concrete foundations or basements. The homes are built in two sections at a plant in Goshen, Ind., and shipped by truck to the building site. As presented, the plan for development calls for the construction of homes in the $50,000 to $68,000 price range. Attorney Daniel Curran, representing Woodstock Financial, said the group would covenant certain specifications in the purchase con­ tract, These covenants would include a garage on each lot, paved driveway and curb cut, concrete foundation or basement, no two hornet of the same a flx ldt span, cerf ion that the homes meet varidui codes, inspection by Un­ derwriter's Laboratories, etc. ' t, ' * City Attorney Bernard Narusis pointed out that the developers were essentially seeking a waiver from the open wall inspection of electrical, plumbing and construction. Council members found it difficult to accept that all code requirements would be met, noting that the codes and specifications differed in sop? Aid. Ray Smith (3rd) commented, for example, that the Goshen plant would have to retool in order to meet McHenry codes calling for wood floor joists. The modular homes are built with steel joists/ Smith asked if the steel joists would be acceptable if the load limit ex­ ceeded code requirements. Narusis said the code was a specification ordinance and left little room for interpretation. Aid. Edward Dat think there will be Datz (2nd) said, "I exceptions to the Hffldttg code. Personally, I have no pbmplaint (with the modular homes) out I don't think you can make every little change." Aid. William Bolger (1st) com­ mented that a lot of time was being spent trying to convince the council to forego the inspection. "I'm not sure we shouldn't hold up for carpenter-built homes,Bolger said. Legislation Unresolved * Hospitals Excluded In ^ ' Ames Case Decision : : • • -:4i 2sr. / Today, of course, we have a few more dollars to spend and most mail boxes just ooze with slick pamphlets, most of them unsolicited. They offer everything from caviar to cactus plants, camping gear to children's clothing, computers to chocolate candy. For pure snob appeal there is even the exclusive Christmas catalog that fil the ultimate in both the tr^pdy and (Conthnied en sot# 30) by Angela Burden IHAWMUMA M1WS SUVICK The Crystal Lake Public library has been chosen to receive the $850,000 of the Thomas W. Ames I mm ' But the library will receive .no benefit until litigation against the trustee is resolved. Hospitals in Woodstock, McHenry and Elgin have filed lawsuits/seeking proceeds of the estate. Ames died 20 years ago, leaving the residue of his estate, which has in­ creased about sixfold, to Home State Bank of Crystal Lake as trustee. The Ames will directed the trustee to use the proceeds of his estate to establish a hospital in or near the city of Crystal Lake. ' Ames directed that if the hospital facility was not established within 20 years, the proceeds of his estate were to be applied to "whatever other / public or worthwhile charitable cause or project the trustee, in its good judgment and discretion, may con­ sider for the best interest and welfare of the people residing in or near the city of Crystal Lake/' The award to the public library is contingent on the settlement of the three pending lawsuits, bank President Paul Fredricks and James Zambon, trust officer, said Friday when announcing the decision of the . trustee. v . c ' . - ' > The area hospitals filed lawsuits and obtained an injunction against the trustee distributing funds from the Ames trust until the court decided if the hospitals qualified as beneficiaries of the fund. The hospitals applied for the funds before the 20-year limit indicated in the Ames will, claiming they residents in or near Crystal Apparently it was Ames' intention to have a hospital constructed in or near Crystal Lake within 20 years of his death. The trustee, however, feels that the hospitals were* in existence before Ames died Feb. 8,1963, and that if he intended them to benefit from his estate he would have named them in his will. In addition to the hospitals and the library, Crystal Lake Park district, McHenry County college and Lake Region YMCA also applied for the Ames trust funds. (Continued on pog* 22) / / Narusis indicated that the cer­ tification is no more than any other applicant saying that his product meets the codes. Curran countered, arguing that the county, and other municipalities rely on the certifications. "As a practical matter, it is im­ possible to have an inspection in each home," Curran said. Aid. Gary Snell (4th) said some people had expressed fears that the appearance of the subdivision would be that of a trailer park. Curran said the manufacturer had a myriad of different styles, which would eliminate this problem. ~ in response to a question from Aid. CeciliaSeriitella (4th), John Gould, of Woodstock Financial Services, said the company had the right of first refusal for the purchase of any large group of lots. Gould added that the title holder, Elgin Federal Savings and Loan, would probably be willing to sell individual lots for someone wishing to construct a "carpenter- built" home. Ms. Serritella also questioned the provision that if something goes wrong, 4he home goes back to the manufacturer. "That bothers me, it's like having something go wrong with your car and fighting with Detroit," she said. Curran said the same applies to some small contractors, who, while more readily available, may not do the work. "In this case, when you reach them (the manufacturer) they can repair it," Curran said. Aid. William Busse (2nd) questioned, "Why manufactured and not stick- built?" Bus^e said this would put more money into the local economy. Curran commented that, at the same price, the modular home offered more options than would a house built by contractor. A motion to deny the waiver of in­ spection passed. Aldermen Bolger, Busse. Datz, McClatchey, Smith, (Continued on pogo 22) Await, Rescue Squad Verdict McHenry Township Fire Protection District Trustees were advised at last Thursday night's meeting that a recommendation concerning the proposed merger-contract of rescue services would be made at the regular May meeting, May 26. Committee of 10 Chairman Phil Bartmann reported that the com­ mittee had met with the memberships of both Johnsburg and McHenry Rescue squads and the Fire depart­ ment. He noted that considerable headway had been made from the stalemate reached at the last session. "We can't go much past May," said James L. Althoff, president of the district. "You'll have it," Bartmann said. In other business: --T|ie trustees voted to establish minimum standards of auto insurance (Continued on pogo 22) This fall will mark the a new -service when the Dial-A­ buses come to McHenry township. 7 "At first we'll start out with one bus," said Albert "Albie" Adams, McHenry township supervisor. "I think the need is there for more but we just want to get our feet wet." Adams said the service would be primarily oriented toward the han­ dicapped and the senior citizens in need of transportation. Then, if there are not enough commuters, the ser­ vice will be opened to the general public. The township supervisor said the starting date for the service was targeted for September. The buses, which cost about $40,000, are equipped with hydraulic lifts for the disabled who are confined to wheelchairs. \ McHenry Township Trustee Bruce Novak noted that the population was spread out "like a shotgun blast" throughout the township. "There are people in Wonder Lake, the (Pistakee) Highlands, McHenry, Sunnyside, etc.," he said. At first, Novak said, he thought the response to this service would bfe minimal. But, as Novak attended various ladies' clubs and senior citizen meetings, the need became obvious. "This is the type of system we need in McHenry township," Novak said "The township is too rough, too wide open for a fixed route service. In my area, seniors have to walk five or six blocks to get to the nearest bus stofH- and these are not short blocks. They are very anxious for this to^start.V He also commented that sorbe people have purchased specially- equipped automobiles but the cost of these is prohibitive and replacement can be difficult. ;*• Novak said there were two ways to operate the system: either contract with another transportation provider, or, have the township operate the system. The township is evaluating both methods, but has not reached a k decision. Shoplifting Seminar May 9 A shoplifting seminar will be held May 9 at 7:30 p.m. at East campus, for owners and employees of Chamber businesses only. A training film from Chicago Police department will be shown on shoplifting, followed by a presentation by Chief George Pasenelli. A question and answer period will follow. There is no charge for this program* sponsored by the Retail Council of the McHenry Chamber of Commerce; however, identification (in th*g$rmof business cards or attendance ttet^on letterheads) will be required for admittance. Coffee will be served. Call the Chamber office, at 385-4300, for more information. 6-1 Vote For Parking Variation To Dentist The request of Dr. William Busch, Jr., D.D.S., for a parking variation at his McHenry office was approved 6-1 at Monday night's regular meeting. J)r. Busch, who operates a dental office at the intersection of Green and Pearl streets, sought a variation from the off-street parting requirements of the city Zoning ordinance. The or­ dinance would have required Dr. Busch to provide eight off-street parking places for his business. -The McHenry Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) voted unanimously to recommend approval of the petition seeking five spaces. Aid. Ray Smith (3rd) came out strongly against the petition, saying he could find room for only two or three off-street parking spaces on the property. Smith challenged the use of the existing garage for spaces, par­ ticularly when two spaces in the drive would block access to the garage. The petitioner indicated the plan called for the garage to be used as an employee parking area and therefore would not require access diring business hours. Petitioner's attorney; Thorn; s J. Rupp, said the ZBA and petitioner had discussed razing the garage, bi.it opted against it because it would not pi ovide any additional spaces. Aid. Gary Snell (4th) suggested that diagonal parking spaces might >e put in the easement in order to me est the requirement. "Frankly," I strongly feel the variation should be granted,'1 said Aid. William Busse (2nd). "This is a particular hardship as distinguished from a mere inconvenience. It is unique and given the use, the type of business,-eight spaces is a bit much.", City Attorney Bernard Narusis explained that the ordinance defined a parking space as "an area" enclosed in the main building, accessory building or unenclosed. He said fur­ ther that a private garage was simply defined as an accessory building. "There's not much room for in- (Conttnuod on pogo 22) Prom The MCHS reigning pair over the 1963 prom last Saturday night were Kosmopoulos and Pete Champney, both W< campus students. The couple was during the evening dance ̂ eld at the W Wheel resort in Rock ton. Schedule Orthopedic Clinic For Area Children Free Rose Bushes For New Plaindealer Subscribers New EDC Appointments Promote Area Development \ Page 16 , ' Page Page • M : -*•