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PAGE 18 -^LAINDEALER - FRIDAY, DECEMBER It, 118* :H LEVIES SET 1 (Continued from page 1) DISTRICT 156 a higher rate-ifl the summer because of the general usage increase for cooling when their use is actually less with most schools largely shut down. The board was advised that so far 60 to 70 schools have indicated par­ ticipation, and the average shared cost would probably be $1,428 each. If in­ terested, a school would have to deposit $1,000. Hearings are set for Jan. 7 to 23, with schools giving oral testimony through a law firm. The Nov. 10 rate increase by the electric company was 10.9 percent, Kelly said. It eventually will go to 20 percent if the raise is allowed. If the increase is blocked the district could save $25,000 to $30,000. The total at­ torney's fees for the protest are estimated to be $100,000 at $85 per hour, Kelly reported. Board member Barb Slater asked if the district could withdraw from the protest if they desired to later. Kelly said they could, but they would be liable for their share of the costs until the attorneys had withdrawn their name from the suit. Board president Edward Neumann recorded the only "no" vote on the proposal, saying he would feel better if their attorney could present the district's position before the Illinois Commerce commission. In other business, Fred Goering, transportation director, advised that he was planning to replace three 66- passenger buses with new ones for the coming year and would put them out for bids along with four similar ones that District 15 needs. In addition, tran­ sportation is debating whether to purchase a 16 to 19-passenger van or a minibus for carrying small groups. He also noted that he was analyzing costs for driver training and safety courses. His committee has discussed the formation of a transportation cooperative for the two districts with no consensus to date. Neumann warned of a local public relations problem if specifications for bidding the equipment excluded par­ ticipation by area businessmen. Goering said they were breaking down the bids for bodies and chassis and isolating as many of the stock items as they could. He said this would show in black and white if the local companies could compete in the bidding. As Supt. Robert Swartzloff reported on curriculum modifications for the 1981-82 school year, he noted that it was the intent to stay with the curriculum as established for two years. Now there are some minor changes. Bill Dodds, principal at East campus, explained that the changes, which could be inserted in the existing pamplet, consisted mostly of reestablishing freshman and sophomore honors sections which had been removed with the splitting of the campus programs in anticipation of scheduling problems. He said they had observed resulting damage to learning potential at the upper levels. Also, the existing Lear­ ning Center Resource program was revised to make available a credit at a student's option. This would help some students who were behind because of lack of tutoring. Other changes were simply clarifications in the Curriculum Guide, Dodds said. Board member Michael Low reported that the IASB had taken a position on a number of school-related issues at the Nov. 22 delegate assembly. He said IASB agreed to support local board establishment of physical education requirements and programs; that the state board of education should set guidelines for certification and teacher competency testing; support legislation that would increase maximum permissable tax rates for education and transportation funds; opposed legislation requiring school districts to transport non-public students within the district to out of district schools; support a study of the equitability of the school aid formulas for elementary and secondary schools; to study alternate sources of revenue for school district such as local income taxes; and oppose salaries for school board members for attending meetings. Swartzloff said that the tran­ sportation of non-public students act had reached the governor's desk and his office reported that he had received more letters on this than any recent issue. It was going to be a tough decision for the governor with a lot of pressure from both sides, Swartzloff predicted. DISTRICT 15 (Continued from page 1) assurances that they would erect the requested eight-foot chain link fence, cover the proposed berm with mulch, and transfer a number of trees that might be destroyed to another location. A shopping center adjacent to Parkland school is in the planning stage, with the city being involved. The board took note of a letter of commendation submitted by teachers at Parkland school about Dwight Hibicke, who served as interim principal there in the absence of Donald Toole. The letter said, "We were pleased at his attention to detail and the kindness and courtesty which he showed to all of us." Driver To Hospital After Car Hits Tree SWEET ADELINES SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS IN PARK (Continued from page 1) hot cider will be served and a bonfire will be built if the bite of winter is severe. An old fashioned ice skate exchange will also be conducted this same day. Beginning at 1:30 p.m., Pete Merkel and his crew from the Parks and Recreation department will accept ice skates for exchange or sale. This is an excellent opportunity to get the right size for every member of the family at little or no cost. The selling and ex­ changing will begin at 2, just after Santa's arrival, so that the bulk of the business will be completed before the Sweet Adelines are ready to ascend the stage and entertain the entire assemblage. Weather permitting, the carolling will continue throughout the city. Twelve members of the Sweet Adelines will proceed to Carestoel Nursing home to brighten the day for residents there. Another group will proceed to McHenry hospital and all other interested carollers will be assigned to suggested locations throughout the area to share the wealth of a truly old fashioned Christmas. MUSIN' AND AAEANDERIN' (Continued from page 1) the stomach every time you consider the money taken out of your paycheck to fuel the fires in Washington. Relax and enjoy the feeling - the residents of "Fat City" have earned it and you have every reason to chalk this one up as a sugar plum dream! KAF Two Lake Villa men were taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Rescue squad following a car-tree collision early Wednesday morning on Lincoln road. Patrick L. Vickers, of 1507 Fox trail, Lake Villa, and John A. Neumuller, of 1013 Eastmoor, Lake Villa, were treated and released. According to the police report, the Vickers auto failed to negotiate a curve on Lincoln road and struck a tree. Both occupants of the auto told police they did not know how the accident hap­ pened. The accident occurred at 1:07 a.m. Dec. 17. A two-car collision on Elm street Tuesday evening left James R. Kalvelage, of 1210 Bonnie Brae, McHenry, with a failure to yield the right-of-way citation. Kalvelage told police he was waiting to turn onto Elm»street from a parking lot and noted that there were two vehicles in the outer lane of Route 120. As he pulled out. th® "**•* with another auto, traveling west in the inner lane of Elm street. Hie driver of the other auto was Kenneth R. Scheib, of 7405 Oakwood, Wonder Lake. Birgit Nor, of 7416 Stewart road, Hebron, and Daniel Delacy, of 909 Wheeler, Woodstock, were taken to McHenry hospital following a collision at the intersection of Flanders road and Ringwood. Both were treated and released. The driver of the other car, Kyle R. Horner, of 5021 Barnard Mill road, Wonder Lake, told police he was traveling east on Flanders road and could not stop due to slippery road conditions. Neither Horner nor a passenger in the vehicle, Scott E. Stach, of 4208 South street, McHenry, was injured in the collision. Robin C. Voss, of 2610 Indian trail, McHenry, was cited for improper lane usage after her car struck a stoplight last weekend. Charge St. Charles Man For Slashing Tires McHenry County Sheriffs police arrested a St. Charles man last weekend following a tire slashing in­ cident at Little John's tavern. A man was seen slashing the tires of a car belonging to Ronald Schmidt, of 1107 Hillcrest, Fox River Grove, and then leaving the scene in another auto. The car was located and stopped on Riverside drive. While the officer ob- Make Arrests In Burglaries The McHenry County Sheriff's police arrested three men in connection with two burglaries that occurred last Thursday, Dec. 11, in the McHenry area. The police investigated a burglary at the home of Frank Waters, 2917 Bayview, McHenry, where it was discovered that someone had broken a window to enter the house and stole a television, a clock-radio, an estimated $800 and some tools from the garage. Following a two-day investigation by K.E.O.&H Attention: -- ~~~ ~ Architects, Accountants, Doctors, Dentists, Free­ lance Writers, Photographers, Independent Business People such as Store Owners, Farmers, Contractors, or any other self-employed in­ dividual - Let the McHenry State Dank, Keogh Retirement Plan provide for your retirement years by putting aside tax-deferred income now. If you're self-employed, the McHenry State Dank can show you how, through our tax-sheltered K.E.O.G.H. Retirement Plan, to defer paying in­ come tax on up to l7,500.00 of this years in- < come. To take advantage of this tax savings, your plan must be in effect by December 31, 1980, although your actual contribution can be made up to 31/2 months after the end of this year. Don't Wait! For Complete Details Contact Bob Schneider or Larry Kolman at the McHenry State Bank Trust Department. McHenry State Bank A FULL SERVICE BANK "A Full Service Bank Serving the Community with Complete Banking Service Since 1906" 3510 W. Elm Street, Lillian Street & Crystal Lake Road and Richmond Road & Pearl Street McHenry, Illinois 385-1040 the detective division of the Sheriff's police, David L. Sagers, 18, 3615 James street, McHenry, and Russell C. Mincks, 17, of 1621 W. May avenue, McHenry, were arrested and charged with burglary and theft over $150. Two televisions, two clock-radios and an assortment of power tools were recovered. Bond was set at $5,000. In another burglary, Jeffrey Untiedt, 18, of 218 Barron, Spring Grove, was charged with burglary and theft over $150 following a break-in at the home of John Wiley, 6914 Prospect place, Spring Grove. Wiley reported that someone had kicked in a door at the residence and took $100 in coin, a strobe light, some 8- track tapes and two western hats. Bond was set at $10,000. The police are also investigating a burglary at the home of Oscar Marx, 2619 Chestnut, Wonder Lake. Someone broke a window and took a television, a radio and two power saws. A snowmobile was stolen last Tuesday from the home of William Sch- wagerman, of 7704 Beverly Way, Spring Grove. Joseph Peto, of 1104 Rolling lane, McHenry, called the police when he found that someone had stolen a stereo, an electric guitar and amplifier, a camera and a CB radio from his home. Francis Widhalm, of 3309 Third avenue, McHenry, reported the theft of an estimated $40 from her home. The dresser drawers had been emptied onto the bed, but nothing else was found to have been taken, according to the police. z' tained identification from the oc­ cupants of the vehicle, one passenger, Richard Gray, 19, of Route 38, St. Charles, took a sheath and knife from his belt and placed it under the seat. Gray was taken to the tavern, where he was identified as the man slashing the tires. Gray reportedly began to threaten Schmidt and was arrested for criminal damage to property and assault. Bond was set at $5,035. Michael A. Diedrich, 26, of Pell Lake, Wis., was arrested by McHenry police on charges of aggravated battery, two counts of criminal damage to property under $150 and resisting a peace officer. McHenry police stopped the Diedrich vehicle after it almost collided with another vehicle on Elm street. Diedrich reportedly started a fight with the in­ vestigating officer. On Dec. 13, Frederick Eremo, of SOS S. Emerald court, McHenry, called the police when someone fired a shotgun through the bedroom window of hit home. •IN-TOUCH" HOTLINE Two More From Area In Police Auxiliary Four McHenry county citizens, two from the McHenry area, have com­ pleted the McHenry County Emergency Services and Disaster agency (MCESDA) auxiliary police training course, according to John Shay, director of MCESDA. The course was conducted by the commanders of the MCESDA auxiliary police. Those awarded completion cer­ tificates were George Mann, of McHenry; Lucille Simpson, of Wonder Lake; Andrew Oparyk, of Algonquin; and Tom Dvorak, of Crystal Lake. The 25-hour course consisted of in­ struction in public relations; depart­ mental rules and regulations; criminal law, arrest, search and seizure, protection of property, county geography, traffic control, police radio communications; tornado spotting and radiation hazards. The auxiliary police are always under the direct control of the chief law enforcement officer of the jurisdiction where they are called. This could be the sheriff or chief of police. They have been trained primarily to assist the police in disasters and emergencies. This preliminary training also makes these graduates eligible to enroll in the next auxiliary deputy sheriff training course which is approximately 150 hours in length. The auxiliary police participate in an on-going training program by assisting the sheriff or police departments at various civic events inluding the County fair, festivals, founders days, school sports activities, etc. The par­ ticipation at these events enable the volunteers to assist and back up the police, gaining better proficiency for them and a tax savings to local The University of Illinois at Chicago Circle (UICC) will continue to operate its "In-Touch" crisis intervention hotline throughout the holiday season as a community service. The number is 996-5535. The hotline provides free, one- on-one counseling assistance for the troubled and depressed. All calls are confidential and . (trained paraprofessional counselors will answer telephones from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m daily. residents. These men and women buy their own materials, including uniforms. Shay said there is a turnover in members of this division, with many entering police of para-police positions. He said that over 70 men and women fall into this category since the program's inception in 1972. He continued, "A century ago, the act of rounding up a crew of men and horses to track down an outlaw was an effective law enforcement tool. But today, crime, criminals and police have become more sophisticated and no law enforcement officer sets foot on the street without proper training and enforcement techniques." Anyone interested should call the MCESDA office to sign up for the next auxiliary police course, phone 338-6400. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. MAL BELLAIRS 26TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SHOW The Music Of Christmas From Around The World 12 Til 4:15 Sunday December 21 r