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courses at the Lake College of Commerce in Waukegan. Occupation: Retired farmer. Experience: "Four years as a county board member, 20 years director of McHenry County Farmers co-op, seven years deputy assessor Nunda township, three years field appraiser McHenry County Assessment office, 15 years 4-H leader, two years director and officer of McHenry FS, Inc. and previous experience in banking and college commerce courses." Answers to Questions 1. "To be accountable and responsive to the people of the county for decisions of the county board. 2. "As a 45-year resident of McHenry county, I am interested in its future as well as helping solve present problems through my experience listed above. 3. "Would try to equalize taxes, help solve erosion of land problems and strive for equitable zoning laws. 4. "Have never missed a county board meeting in four years. ^ WILLIAM J. "BILL" FITZGERALD Republican William J. Fitzgerald, 7515 Howe road, Wonder Lake. Office Sought: McHenry County board, District II. Education: Two years college courses. Occupation: Broker. Experience: "Twenty-five years experience, both at the corporate level and own business in management, finance, budgeting, marketing organization and sales. Past president of Homeowners' associations and former member of the Northfield Planning association." Answers to Questions 1."Oversee day-to-day operation of county services and future growth in the county. Establish fiscal priorities. 2. "Give representation to Wonder Lake in District II. This is the largest unincorporated area in McHenry county and has no representation from this district on the board. Business experience and common sense are my qualifications. 3. "Keep a lid on taxes. Promote fiscal responsibility and conservative, responsive county government. Regulate future growth. 4. "Ten to 15 meetings. ROBERT GRISKENAS Robert Griskenas, 4010 S. Cherry Valley road, Woodstock. No reply to questionnaire. SPECIAL VOTING PROPOSALS Form of Ballot Proposed Amendment to Sections 1,2 and 3 of Article IV (Legislative Article) Explanation of Proposed Amendment The purpose of the Amendment is to reduce the size of the House of Representatives from 177 to 118 members and to provide for the election of one Representative from each of 118 districts. Place an X in blank opposite "YES" or "NO" to indicate your choice. YES For the proposed Amendment to Section 1, 2 and 3 of Article IV of the Constitution NO For the proposed Amendment to Section 1, 2 and 3 of Article IV of the Constitution NO {Legislative Article). Arguments In Favor Of The Proposed Amendment Nearly a half million citizens from across Illinois signed petitions to put this proposal - the Legislative Cutback amendment - on the ballot as a constitutional referendum. The Cutback amendment will reduce*the size of the Illinois House of Representatives from 177 to 118 members and provide for the election of one representative from each of 118 districts. Passage of the amendment will marie the first time in State history that Illinois voters have by-passed the legislature and enacted a constitutional change directly by citizen petition and referendum. By voting for the Cutbak amendment, citizens can save taxpayers an estimated $7 million and create a more efficient and economical legislature for the 1980's. The Cutback amendment has the support of non-partisan citizen groups throughout Illinois including the Coalition for Political Honesty, the League of Women Voters and the Committee for Legislative Reform. The Cutback amendment which has been endorsed by major newspapers, radio and TV stations throughout the state, will ...Save taxpayers an estimated $7 million a year in reduced legislative expenses; ...Streamline the legislative process by making the House a more efficient and productive body; ...Enhance legislative accountability on issues by forcing political incumbents to run in one-on-one contests; ...Increase electoral competition by returning Illinois to the traditional American system of electing representatives; each person will have one vote to cast for one candidate; ...Bring government closer to the people by cutting the size of House districts in half; ...Bring Illinois in line with other major industrial States which have smaller and more effective houses of repesentatives; ...Give taxpayers a responsible way to demand better performance from State representatives who gave themselves a 40 percent pay raise after the last election and are now the highest paid in the nation. Arguments Against The Proposed Amendment The proposed amendment to end Illinois' unique system of cumulative voting and three-member House districts would deny our citizens an effective voice in state government. The proposal would: ...deny representation, to independents, to Democrats in Republican areas, and to Republicans in Democratic areas; ...allow one political party to dominate the legislature- ...fail to reduce costs; ' ...promote regional rivalries, particularly between rural and urban areas; ...discourage electoral competition; ...increase the influence of special interests, power brokers, and party bosses; ...decrease legislative accountability to the people; ...reduce independent and issue-oriented deliberation in the legislature. ...create dangerous legislative deadlocks. Proposed Amendment to Section 8 of Article IX (Delinquent Tax Sale) Explanation Of Proposed Amendment The proposed amendment deals only with the problem of long-term tax delinquency on commercial, industrial, vacant non-farm, and large multi-unit residential properties. It has no effect on single-family homes, farms, or apartment buildings containing 6 or less units. The present Illinois law attempts to place long-standing tax delinquent properties back on the tax rolls after 5 or more of non-payment of property taxes by the owner. To this end, the county treasurer conducts an auction, or "scavenger sale", at which the high bidder receives a tax sale certificate. Following the scavenger sale, the Constitution now guarantees the delinquent owner 2 years to redeem or buy back the property. The high bidder cannot obtain title to the property until after this two-year redemption period has elapsed. The proposed amendment would allow the General (Continued on page 18) PAGE 16-PLAINDEALER-FRIDAY. OCTOBER 31,1980 (C ontinued from page 15) sure expenditures and receipts are correct and within budgetary guidelines. 2. "Eight years on the job experience. I enjoy government and working for the people. 3. "The county auditor's office is involved in a continuing program to put more accountable information into a mini­ computer system. The broad-range program is to be in the next five years, to have the county's income, receipts and expenditures totally computerized. RON STROUPE Democrat Ron Stroupe, 122 Woodstock street, Huntley. Office Sought: County Auditor. Education: A.B., University of Chicago. Occupation: Chairman, Anocut, Inc. Experience: '"First National bank of Chicago, 1951-1955. Helped begin present company in 1955. Elected chairman in 1972 Audit all invoices payable (300-400 per month), audit payroll (120 checks per month; and sign all checks. Huntley Village trustee since 1973 and chairman of the Finance committee. Answers to Questions 1 "To audit all claims against the county, whatever the character, and recommend to the county board the payment or rejection of all bills presented; To keep a record of all contracts entered into by the county board or county officers. 2. "McHenry county taxpayers need a watchdog in the courthouse, someone to ensure that public funds are being spent prudently and efficiently. My training is in accounting and finance. I have my own business. I know what to look for. 3. "Remove the job of auditor from partisan politics. Blow the whistle on waste, inefficiency or mismanagement. Operate the job in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles instead of generally accepted political principles For Sheriff Education: Graduate of the University of Illinois, registered pharmacist, graduate of McHenry Community high school. Occupation: Owner of Bolger drug store in McHenry. Experience: "Mayor of the City of McHenry (12 years), chairman of the McHenry County Plan commission (2 years), member McHenry County board (4 years), served on McHenry County Special Zoning committee, Planning and Zoning committee, Public Safety committee and Purchasing committee." Answers to Questions 1. "Proper zoning within McHenry county, maintain a balanced budget, strive for adequate police protection and encourage the efficient operation of all departments in the county. 2. "I am currently a member of the McHenry County board and would like to be re-elected. My qualifications are listed under "Experience." 3. "To see the land use plan adopted by the county board followed closely. I am very interested in the proper maintenance of all septic systems in McHenry county - especially those along the Fox river. 4. "I am a member of the county board and have attended all but one County board meeting. HARRY J. ROSTKOWSKI Democratic Harry J. Rostkowski, of 107 Croyden, Spring Grove. Office Sought: McHenry County board, District II. Education: Two years of college. Occupation: Manfacturers consultant. Experience: "Former plant manager of a manufacturing firm in Niles, 111. Seventeen years experience in manufacturing management, including budgets and profit and loss experience. Familiar with expenditures, purchasing and personnel management and training. Former president of the company credit union. Previous owner and manager of my own business." Answers to Questions 1. "If I am elected to the county board, I will do the best I can to best serve the people on any committee that I have the privilege to serve on. 2. "I want this position as a member of the county board to assist all citizens in their desire for better government. My qualifications are stated above and I honestly feel that these qualifications and my deep desire to serve the people will prove to be a tremendous asset to the community. 3. "If I am elected, I feel that my own personal success in my many endeavors will be a great help in improving all facets of life, through better government for every citizen in this county. 4. "I am not yet a member of the county board and therefore, have not, as yet, been extended an invitation to attend. HARRY R. DEAN Citizens Party Harry R. Dean, 804 N. John street, McHenry. Office Sought: McHenry County board, District II. Education: High school and Indiana university. Occupation: Semi-retired township assessor. Experience: Executive with Montgomery Ward, owned and successfully operated Ben Franklin store in McHenry for 25 years, active in local affairs, president of the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary club, McHenry Planning board, director of United Way. Answers to Questions 1. "The County board is the governing body of the county. It has the responsibility to maintain, fund and oversee the day- to-day and month-to-month operations and see that tax income and expenses stay in level. ~ 2. "I feel that my business experience, my concern about good government and my non-partisan position on government is needed at this time. 3. "The next several years are, in my opinion, very critical in the orderly growth in McHenry county. There has to be more control of zoning as we know have far too much land zoned for houses - also too many houses are built and not sold. There is also a need for more room in the courthouse, but any addition will have to be better planned than when the present courthouse was built. The Hartland home is in need of expansion - it is now too small and needs about 50 more beds. The Sheriff's department is understaffed and cannot possibly ^eep up with the growth in crime in the county -- but a new plan to finance this department must be developed so that towns and cities with their own police departments won't be double taxed. The problem of waste disposal, transportation, real estate taxes, senior citizens, welfare, schools, and others have to be faced up to. I feel that I can accept these challenges and add input to helping resolve them, but will not make wild political promises that I will cure all ills. 4. "I have attended many County board meetings (12 to 15). I have attended many City Council meetings. CHARLES "CHUCK" WEINGART Citizens Party Charles "Chuck" Weingart, of 1714 W. Route 120, McHenry. Office Sought: McHenry County board member District II. Education: McHenry grade and high school and evening classes in business and agriculture. Occupation: dairy and grain farmer. Experience: "Member of the McHenry County board for several years, serving on most of the committees. I am also the president of the McHenry County Fair association, in which position I have to be concerned with all people in the county. I am a director of McHenry Savings and Loan." Answers to Questions 1. "As a county board member, it is necessary to attend the committee meetings to whieh you are appointed by the board chairman, and to serve to the best of your ability. 2. "I've been a board member for several years and have served on most committees, so I feel I know something about county affairs. 3. "To serve the people of McHenry county in order for them to get the best service for the least in taxes. 4. "I consider it my duty to attend all committee meetings and have a 99 percent record. JOHN O'HAGAN Republican John O'Hagan, of 3018 Red Barn road, Crystal Lake. Office Sought: McHenry County board, District II. Education: B.S. Industrial and Labor relations, Cornell university, Ithaca, New York. Occupation: Self-employed management consultant. Experience: "Broad experience in planning, organizing, assembling resources, directing and controlling activities in both government and private industry over the past 20 years. Have operated a local management services firm in McHenry county since 1975, serving both government and private enterprise. Active in a leadership role on boards of directors of major community organizations for several years including, Memorial hospital, Chamber of Commerce, Bull Valley association, United Way of McHenry county, Illinois Small Business council and Crystal Lake Area Political Action committee of 100. Serve as precinct committeeman, Nunda 11." Answers to Questions 1. "A county board member's job is to develop, adopt and monitor the execution of the county's fiscal, personnel, and operating policies. 2. "I want to help retain responsive and responsible county government, because I believe that government closest to the people is best able to serve the people. My business and community service experience is directly related to the basic responsibilities of a county board member. 3. "Thomas Jefferson said, and I believe, "That government is best which governs least." Nevertheless, the county will face major policy issues from time to time. My approach to solving major issues includes thorough study, thorough planning and organization, and sound communications with other people concerned about a major issue. 4. "Only a few. The real work of the county board is accomplished in committee, as is the case with any effective board. Nevertheless, I do follow the board's work closely through communication with board members and county officials, plus reading several press reports of each meeting. JAMES D. CURRAN Republican James D. Curran, of 207 S. Curran road, McHenry. Office Sought: McHenry County board, District II. Education: Libertyville high school and various banking HENRY A. NULLE Republican ' Henry A. Nulle, 244 Hoy avenue, Woodstock. Office Sought: Sheriff. Education: Graduate Woodstock high school and several college courses. Occupation: Undersheriff of McHenry county. Experience: "l have been with the McHenry County Sheriff's police for over 2(> years, and I have held every position throught the years; serving under eight sheriffs. I have worked very hard to go from the bottom of the ladder to the top." Answers to Questions 1. "To keep the peace, prevent crime, arrest offenders, serve warrants and civil papers, attend all courts and keep and maintain the county jail. 2. "1 want this position because I have worked half of my life to obtain it, and I believe that 26 years in the department gives me a good idea of what it's all about. 3. "To have the citizens become more involved with the police. To put more policemen in the com help of the county board To increase water patrol at night. JOHN J. TYRRELL Democratic John J. Tyrrell, of 7.85Sussex lane, Crystal Lake. Office Sought: Sheriff. Education: High school, U.S. Navy, Chicago police, 111. Crime Investigating commission, McHenry Sheriff's department, Crescent Regional Criminal Justice council. Occupation: Riemer Bros., Inc., Operating engineer and maintenance of heavy equipment. Experience: "Ten years Chicago police (8-years detective division), agent III Crime Investigating commission, 7-years McHenry County Sheriff's police, Crescent Regional Criminal Justice council. Resident of McHenry county for a year-and-a- half." Answers to Questions 1. "To maintain law and order in McHenry county. To serve and protect the proper! ies and persons of McHenry county. To deter crime and apprehend (hose responsible for such commission. 2. "I have been dedicated to this profession since the year 1955. My qualifications would be my past experience and I can stand on my past performance. 3. "To form one of the finest, if not the finest, Sheriff's department in this state. , For County Board Questions of County Board Candidates 1. Describe (he major responsibilities of the position you are seeking. 2. Why do you want this position and what are your qualifications? 3. What would you hope to accomplish in this position, if elected? I. How many County Hoard meetings have you attended? PAUL FIDLER Republican Paul Fidler, 3100 Riverstream drive, McHenry. • Office Sought: McHenry County board, District II. Education: Coo college. Cedar Rapids, Iowa, one year; University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho, three years. Occupation: Retired United Airlines captain. Experience: Currently the jury commissioner for McHenry county; past member and chairman of the City of McHenry Zoning Board of Appeals; former president and member of the Volo school board; currently vice president of McHenry Country club " Answers to Questions 1. "To over-see all aspects of the county government and supply input to the county board that will assist that board in operating an efficient government. 2. "Being ret ired and having been involved in civic positions through the years. 1 can supply freely of my time to the problems of the count v My experience as jury commissioner, zoning matters, school bo«.'d problems and responsibility as an airline captain .nplaies my qualifications. 3 "Bring about more efficient services to the taxpayers of McHenry county at the lowest possible cost. To set in motion the machinery of government to recognize our future problems in McHenry county. 4. "Probably not more than a half-dozen over the years; however I have kept myself on the pulse of the county through the newspapers in .the county and sqme input into various committees. PETER C. REILAND Citizens Party Peter C. Reiland, of 2412 S. Lily Lake road, McHenry. < Office Sought: McHenry County board member District II. For County Board PAUL FIDLER DONALD P. DOHERTY HARRY J. ROSTKOWSKI HARRY R. DEAN Education: Graduate of Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa. Occupation-. Businessman and grain farmer in Nunda and Algonquin townships. Experience: "Being in business and farming in the county since 1953 has made me well aware of the county growth and problems facing the county. I have served as a director of the First National bank of McHenry and the McHenry University of Illinois Cooperative Extension council. I am presently serving as a director of the McHenry County Fair board. Answers to Questions 1. "I will attend county board meetings and serve in the best interests of the citizens of McHenry county. I will also avail myself to talk to the people and take into consideration all of their comments. 2. "I feel that I have the time and ability to perform to the fullest on the county board. As a successful businessman with experience on various boards and committees of the county businesses, I feel that I can bring this experience to the county board. 3. "I will carry out the business of the county board with regards to the interests of the people of McHenry county. I want to maintain a balanced budget and hold the line on taxes. Since I farm in Algonquin and Nunda townships, I am well aware of the activities of the county board. 4. "Over the past 10 years, I have attended 10 meetings. I recently have attended four meetings this year to familiarize myself with the current working of the county board. DONALD P. DOHERTY Citizens Party Donald P. Doherty, of 1410 N. Green street, McHenry. Office Sought: McHenry County board. District II. JOHN J. TYRRELL JOHN O'HAGAN CHARLES WEINGART JAMES D. CURRAN HENRY A NULLE PETER C. REILAND WILLIAM J. "BILL" FITZGERALD