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) AUK IS - PI AINDF.4LER FRIDAY. NOVEMBER 13.1981 EFFORT FAILS TO CUT COUNTY BUDGET (Continued from page 1) $275,000. "I feel it is my obligation to review these items with you prior to the final approval of the budget today," Morris told the board. "I am very sincere in asking each of you to help to better balance this budget for the sake of the over burdened taxpayers in this county. I believe we can today make great strides in fulfilling our responsibility as board members with a conservative approach to fiscal matters. "If we cut by 4 percent, we can balance the budget. It's the 11th hour ... we should act," he said. Morris' plea to cut the appropriations before adopting the budget mainly fell on deaf ears However, after adopting the budget, there was a unanimous vote to freeze the county's employee con­ tingency, with openings to be filled at the discretion of the board chairman. Board member Hughes said she voted against the appropriations "to make people aware of the county's deficit spending." She said the preparation of the annual budget should be changed "The whole budget process should be reviewed, with future budgets based on more realistic values," Hughes said. She added, "the budget process should be revamped We can't spend what we haven't got." Many board members said they'd like to see a spending cut, but indicated it would be unfair to tell some em­ ployees they had no job on Dec. 1. "I certainly agree with the hiring freeze, but don't think we can make reductions in the budget today," Ed Buss of McHenry said. "I don't know how you can cut staff now. We can't expect our finance committee to be the hatchet." Caveny explained his reluctant yes vote on the budget by agreeing jobs could not be eliminated at such short notice. He suggested the next year's proposed budget start being revamped and reviewed as early as next month so appropriate cuts can be planned well in advance of suggested appropriations. 'Basically departmental budgets have remained the same, with the exception of salary increases," finance committee Chairman Clint Claypool said in defense of the budget after the meeting. Claypool and his committee were recognized by Morris for completing "a real task in the preparation of the budget." The summary of all funds in the budget, which amount to $16,969,743, is: In the general fund, $6,027,966 for salaries, $1,701,428 for contractual services $907,119 for commodities, $173,600 for capital outlay and $54,275 miscellaneous, for a total of $8,864,388. In the revenue sharing fund, $374,272 salaries, $25,000 contractual services and $86,000 capital outlay, for a total of $485,272. In the special funds, $1,122,260 for salaries, $5,736,679 for contractual services, $412,250 for commodities, $267,350 for capital outlay, $44,525 miscellaneous and $37,019 deficit cash balance, for a total of $7,620,083. MUSIN' AND MEANDERIN' (Continued from page 1) may elect not to refer the child into the court system, but release the minor upon his written agreement, with the consent of a parent or guardian, to make restitution for damages to the injured victim, or perform some public service work in the community where the offense took place. Many folks were pleased, but Governor Thompson vetoed the release of the juvenile. And so the Legislature, by another vote of 119 to 31, provided an override. The bill should keep many youthful offenders out of the court system. It will also help them, by making restitution or performing public service work, to see how justice really works. There is even a hope it may help to change their attitudes and deter them from repeating an offense. The new law should make it easier to compensate victims of crime, and it may do a good deal to promote public service work of benefit to the com­ munity Unfortunately, in the eyes of many, was failure of two other bills to pass the Legislature. One would have made juvenile police arrest and court records public. Another would have ended keeping juvenile records separate from the records of adult offenders. For many years, newspaper editors and law abiding members of the public have been frustrated because young criminals-in-the-making were allowed to escape attention for their misdeeds. A 17-year-old had his name published for his crime, but his 16-year-old pal who was lucky enough not to have another birthday for a couple of months became the anonymous "juvenile". The secrecy of juvenile records has long been a source of regret for authorities who realize that the protection of anonymity only en­ courages another criminal act It's the same reason adult offenders' names are made public -- it's the best deterrent we know for not repeating an illegal act. The legislators who supported the entire bill weren't out to "get somebody". They felt, as many police officials do, that many hardened criminals could have been prevented from their careers of crime if they were dealt with more firmly at an earlier age. But half the package is better than none! KAF RESTRUCTURING WORK BY COUNCIL CONTINUES (Continued from page 1) best be filled prior to the end of the fiscal year. "Barb (Gilpin) and Dick (Weber) don't want to wait for the end of the fiscal year for a full-time building and zoning officer," Alderman Pepping pointed out. "We need one now. The question is whether the existing wage fits the position. My feeling is that it does." A report from City Clerk Gilpin in­ dicated that other municipalities of roughly comparable size were paying building and zoning officers between $15,000 and $22,000 on an annual basis. The communities surveyed included Woodstock, $15,000 to $22,000; Wheeling, $16,000 to $22,000; Batavia, $15,000 to $18,000; Geneva, $18,000 to $22,000; and Lisle, $15,000 to $22,000. The existing wage level for this position in McHenry is $19,040. No action was taken. A number of questions concerning the Police department were deferred because the chief of police was unable to attend the special meeting. Alderman Pepping told the depart­ ment heads that the next step was to "sit down and write job descriptions" for each position. He said he expected these to be completed by the end of the year. "Then we'll start putting numbers with the job," Pepping said. LOCKWOOD RETAINS PRESIDENCY AS GRADE BOARD REORGANIZES (Continued from page 1) presented results of the audit of district accounts which had been recently completed. He acknowledged to the board that figures in the report made the financial picture appear better than it actually was because of the early receipt of tax money from the county treasurer that usually arrives in the following fiscal year. This amount is normally credited to the accounting year which begins July 1, it was noted. He cautioned people who were not experienced in school accounting practices not to draw the wrong con­ clusions when reading the audit. The board authorized publishing the SAVE NOW - 3 DAYS ONLY! VANITY CLEARANCE THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY,NOVEMBER 12-13-14 % OFF CULTURED MARBLE TOPS WITH THE PURCHASE OF ANY AMERICAN WOODMARK OR BENCHMARK VANITY IN STOCK PRICE EXAMPLES: BENCHMARK FRONTIER VCS 24 $1 72.00 CULTURED MARBLE TOP Reg. $79 SALE PRICE $39.50 SA VE $3950! TOTAL $211.50 SIZES AVAILABLE: 24" tQ 60", 3 STYLES AVAILABLE AMERICAN WOODMARK MISSION II VSB30 *110.00 CULTURED MARBLE TOP Reg. $88 SALE PRICE $44.00 SA VE $4400! TOTAL $154.00 SIZES AVAILABLE: 24" to 48", 5 STYLES/COLORS AVAILABLE Not all sizes available in every style. Limited to vanity stock on hand. PLYWOOD MINNESOTA WOODSTOCK 1230 Davis Road (Bypass Rt. 14 ft 47) 815-338-1440 Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. notices required in the "Truth in Taxation Act" because the total amount of taxes estimated to be ex­ tended for the year 1981 will be more than 106 percent of the amount ex­ tended for I960. According to William Landis, assistant superintendent for operation services, the amount estimated for extension for 1981 will be $3,765,189 compared with $3,327,165 extended for 1980. The notice, which will be published in the Plaindealer and in Fox Lake Press, will advise of a hearing on the proposed budget to be held Dec. 8, at which time the board will explain the increase to taxpayers who attend in accordance with the provisions of the state statute. Landis and superintendent, Dr. Richard Farmer, both noted that the requirements of the Truth in Taxation statute do not make a lot of sense. They said that the comparisons between the levy totals are not valid since the previous figure is on an amount determined by the county clerk in extending the taxes against a specific assessed valuation, while the figure for the coming year is an estimate by the school board against a possible assessed valuation figure that won't be determined until early next year after the applicable multipliers have been assigned by the state Department of Local Government Affairs. Landis notes that the district practice is to overestimate ^budget amounts required for funds with levy rate ceilings so that if there is an increase in assessed valuations, the district will be able to levy the full allowable tax rate. The board accepted the bid of J. S. Latta, Cedar Falls, la., at $8,775 for video equipment for the district schools. To be purchased are six VHS player-recorder units, six television sets, six TV carts, and one color camera. In personnel actions, the board ac­ cepted the resignations of Pamela Justen and Deborah Acred as cafeteria workers. Approved for employment were Patricia Kollenkark as an aide at Landmark school and Loretta Alheit as cafeteria worker at Edgebrook. The board approved the hiring of Kathleen Stark as math teacher at Parkland school starting Nov. 24. The board discussed possible actions to advance consideration by the Illinois Association of School Boards delegate assembly on Nov. 21 of a resolution prepared by the Cary school district asking equitable treatment in distribution of state aid for schools to elementary district. The formula presently is alleged to discriminate against elementary districts. Jerry Bunting, district represen­ tative of the IASB, noted that the IASB resolutions committee had recom­ mended against its passage, and in­ dicated that there were other remedies in the works. Board members resolved that "it's important to keep the pressure on IASB", as they considered ways to assist Cary in its presentation at the Delegate Assembly appeal process. ASK "OPEN DOOR" IN REHABILITATION (Continued from page 1) walls and it's surprising bow talented some of them are," Marchese said. Jack Haffner, director of the county's CETA programs, said "the rehabilitation program will "take a lot of hard work." He said he feels con­ fident Meyer and Marchese will be successful in their efforts. "This program is planned to help people get back into the community, to have jobs, pay taxes aqd be part of normal society... to become productive and happy people," Haffner said. The program, arranged through tne MCC Community Services division, also is supported through fiunding from the McHenry County Mental Health (708) board, Comprehensive Em­ ployment Training act, the McHenry County Probation department and the Illinois Department of Corrections, in addition to other agencies, says Dr. Robert Meyer, coordinator of the MCC Jail Rehabilitation program. The project also receives support from judges in McHenry county courts, the state's attorney and public defender, the sheriff and members of the county board. PROPOSE PARK DISTRICT TO RAISE MONEY FOR DAM (Continued from page 1) Wonder Lake residents are in a bind. Ralph Fisher, chief of dam safety for the IDOT, told them at an October meeting their proposal to construct coffer (temporary) dams was premature. He recommended the people hire an engineer and find out what needed to be done, before tackling it "piecemeal." Fisher, who has the authority to start breaching work anytime, told the MPOA he would hold off until Jan. 1. At that time he expects to have a com­ pleted engineering study in his hand, plus a timetable for repair work. If Wonder Lake wanted to create special tax districts to raise money, the lake would have to be made public. By law, no public money can be spent on private projects of this nature. In September, the MPOA passed a dues increase effective Jan. 1. This measure is expected to raise an estimated $60,000 annually, and will cost homeowners an extra $10 both for lots and undeveloped acreage. This year residents were charged $1.50. Ms. Rogers, as well as many others, believe this money will be difficult to collect. "I feel it will be a great burden on the subdivisions," she said. With money as tight as it is, she believes , landowners will not be able to pay and thus lose their voting privileges in the subdivision. s ' Battery Charges Sheriffs police and the McHenry Rescue squad responded Saturday evening to 2611 Emerald court, McHenry, and learned that Phillip Buchanan, 40, had been struck on the head by a knife allegedly wielded by Robert Irish, 50, during an argument at the home where both men reside. Buchanan was treated at McHenry hospital and Irish was arrested on a charge of aggravated battery. He is being held in county jail on $3,000 for a court appearance Nov. 17. McHenry police responded to a report of a disturbance at Dunkin Donuts, 4504 W. Elm street, McHenry, at 12:15 a.m. Nov. 8. McHenry Police officer Anthony Militano spoke to Guy A. Rosendahl, 31, of 9052 Federal court, Des Plaines, who was reportedly causing the distur­ bance. Rosendahl went to the McHenry police station, not under arrest, in order to make a phone call, according to Lt. Robert Kranz. While at the police station, and still not under arrest, Rosendahl "went after" Officer Militano, striking at him with fists and feet. Rosendahl was subdued by Officer Militano and charged with resisting a police officer, aggravated assault and aggravated battery. The court date was set for Nov. 17, in Woodstock. Legion Offers Musical Treat A treat for music lovers in the McHenry area will be offered by McHenry American Legion Poet 491 Sunday, Nov. 22, when it presents the Aurora American Legion band. This musical group boasts a state cham- pioship. The band will play in West campus high school gymnasium, Crystal Lake road, with the concert scheduled to start at 3 p.m. The impressive program will open with the national anthem. Other selections will include "Molly" "On the Shore", "Chimes of Liberty", and "Bugler's Holiday", featuring a trumpet trio. A highlight of the program will be a Salute to the Services. The featured band will appear in their blue and gold uniforms along with a crack color guard. The band won the state championship title at the recent American Legion band contest. It has also attained championship status in nationally held contests in Miami, Fla., and Min­ neapolis, Minn. Tickets ma A be purchased at the door, or by calling the post commander, Josepfa^^ Sjrojny, 3802 Waukegan J- TSax-Ree Interest R» Savers All Savers Certificate Rate November 1 through November 28 10.77 % Minimum deposit $500 All Savers Certificate rates are simple interest paid annually. A substantial penalty applies to early withdrawal. If you presently have a six month Money Market Cer­ tificate you can transfer the whole amount (principal Rlus interest) to the new All Savers Certificate with fO penalty! Also you can transfer your matured six month Money Market Certificate from any financial institution to Marengo Federal Savings. min Marengo Federal Savings m k l l o t i n a s s o c i a t i o n ° MARENGO: 200 E. Grant Highway, 815/568-7258 McHENRY: 4400 W. Route 120,815/344-1900 WOODSTOCK: 118 Cass Street, 815/338-2900 WOODSTOCK DRIVE-UP: Rt. 47 and Calhoun St., 815/338-7440 CRYSTAL LAKE: 550 Barley Rd.oi? Rt. #14,815/455-4300