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^ PUBLIC PULSE (The Plaindealer invites the public to use this column as an expression of their views on subjects of general interest in our community. Our only request 1« that the writers give - signature, full" ad-! dress and phone number. We ask too, that one in­ dividual not write on the same subject more than once each month. We reserve the right to delete any material which we consider libelous or in objectional taste.) ; POLICE RECOGNITION | "Editor: "The city of McHenry * presently employs fifteen sworn police officers, the majority of whom are members of the Combined C o u n t i e s P a t r o l m e n ' s association (C.C.P.A.) and have approached the McHenry City Council on two occasions asking for recognition of their association as bargaining agent with the city. The City Council has, on both occasions, denied these officers their right to collective bargaining, a right that other professionals have ^joyed for years. *f-*Monday's edition of the Chicago Sun Times (June 10, tm, page 26) reported recent comments of W.J. Usery, ^director of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service. 'W.J. Usery, President Nixon's Labor trouble shooter, said Sunday that the public must prepare to recognize police unions and their right to strike. Opposing police unions, ignoring police unions, or worse yet, insulting police unions, in the hope that somehow they'll just go away, is asking for trouble...Police unions must be recognized and accorded their legitimate rights.' "Why has the City Council ' .refused to recognize the ( Patrolmen's association as i their bargaining agent? The patrolmen have explained their • need for expertise in matters of collective bargaining collective bargaining which would afford much more than personal needs of the patrolmen themselves. "At a recent Council meeting, Alderman Bolger voiced his opinion in reply to a request by the Police commission for an increase in staff: 'I don't know if it is fair to use population figures from areas surrounding the city to figure ' police to population ratios'. Alderman Bolger obviously missed the message of the Police commission's study. The success of crime prevention requires adequate manpower to accomplish more than just a crime reporting function. Dense population in neighboring areas necessitates greater' police coverage, enough manpower to afford a d e t e c t i v e , c o m m u n i t y relations,, and juvenile officer. Nearly one-half any given officer's contacts are with people who do not reside in the city of McHenry. The functions of detective, community relations, and juvenile officer are presently performed by line officers during whatever, time they can afford from regular patrol. Is it no wonder few crimes are solved, victims of crimes feel helpless, and juvenile offenders simply mature to adult offenders? "Several officers have been in regular attendance at City Council meetings and it has been unfortunate to note the public apathy regarding the governing of this city expressed by minimal public attendance at these meetings. It is the considered opinion of the majority of McHenry police officers that the Police commission and the chief of police are performing the only job possible in their respective administrative positions when they are handcuffed by city officials who refuse to act regarding problems in their city. "On June 17, 1974, the members of the city of McHenry chapter of the C o m b i n e d C o u n t i e s Patrolmen's association will ask a third time for recognition by their City Council, recognition which ha*,, twice been denied for reasons which are unacceptable. It is hoped that the City Council will recognize the officers' rights and vote as public representatives in the interest of providing a professional law enforcement agency for the people of the city of McHenry. We request public support in our endeavor. If so, contact your alderman, myself, or attend the City Council meeting June 17 at 8 p.m. "Cordially, "James R. Crawford "President McHenry City Chapter C.C.P.A. "On behalf of McHenry City Patrolmen" Legal Notice NOTICE TO BIDDERS The City of McHenry, Illinois, will receive sealed proposals at McHenry City Hall until 8 p.m. o'clock July 1, 1974 for Lillian S t r e e t I m p r o v e m e n t , consisting of approximately 900' - 34' wide PCC Pavement (7"), Earthwork, Storm Drainage and Related items of work. The contract documents including plans and specifications may be obtained from W.A. Rakow and Associates, Municipal and Civil Engineers. 165 North Spring- Street, Elgin, Illinois, upon payment of $10.00 for each set desired which amount is non­ refundable. All proposals must be accompanied by a bank cashier's check, certified check, or bank draft in an amount of not less than ten (10) percent of the amount of the bid. A bid bond will not be accepted as a proposal guarantee. No bids will be withdrawn without the consent of the Municipality for a period of 60 days after opening of bids. The contractors and sub­ contractors shall pay not less than the prevailing rate of wages as found by the Municipality, Department of Labor or as determined by the court of appeal, to all laborers, workmen and mechanics performing work under the contract. A contract bond to guarantee faithful performance of the contract including the above prevailing wage clause in the amount of 100 percent of the contract will be required. The Municipality reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities. City of McHenry Earl R. Walsh Clerk (Pub. June 14,1974) England's Queen Elizabeth likes to play the horses. In 1954 she won over $100,000. PAGE » - PLAINDEALER-FRIDAY. JUNE 14, 1W4 HEAD VFW POST - In very impressive ceremonies performed recently, the men pictured above were installed to serve as the officers of Fox River VFW Post 4600 for the 1974-75 year. Pictured, left to right, front, are Robert Amore, chaplain; James Mays, junior vice-commander; Robert Freund, commander; Raymond Kuemmel, past commander; James Basak, senior vice-commander; rear, Terry Amore, judge advocate; William Kuck, quartermaster; Martin Spoto, post surgeon; Wayne Amore, 3 year trustee; William Abbink, service officer and David Hansen, adjutant. % 1 r iu. H tl hi f r j g FINAL CLEARANCE HORNSBYS ^ f a m i l y c e n t e r s _ 0 ON ALL LAWN MOWERS IN STOCK 8 H.P. RIDING MOWER Reg. $476.87 ON SALE NOW ONLY > A "J A 87 *424® Check All Mowers In Stock For Drastic Reductions Several Models To Choose From Hurtyl While Quantify Lasts! 4400 West Route 120 McHenry, III. Daily9-9 Rte. 47 & Country Club Rd Woodstock, ill. S u n d a y s 1 0 - 6 fH A • » 1/1 fS .!»f • • ¥5 THE PHANTOM REGIMENT MARINE FESTIVAL PARTICIPANT - Taking part in the Marine Festival parade and Drum Corps Magic competition July 14 in McHenry will be the Phantom Regiment drum and bugle corps of Rockford. The regiment is composed of about seventy boys and forty-five girls. In 1973, the corps won twelve first places and moved up to a national ranking of fourteenth in the United States. Issue Tickets The following, tickets were issued by the McHenry Police department this past week: Jeffrey A. Tonyan, 626 P o p l a r , I n g l e s i d e , transportation of alcoholic liquor and improper use of registration. Edward Ahrens, 1106 N. River, McHenry speeding 38 in a 25 mph zone. Joanne B. Chappell, 4814 Willow, McHenry, speeding 39 in a 25 mph zone. Morris Sprouse, 2814 Kama, McHenry, speeding 57 in a 40 mph zone. Phillip E. Miller, 3911 W. Grove, McHenry, speeding 57 in a 40 mph zone. Shirley J. Erdei, 4106 E. Lake Shore, Wonder Lake, speeding 41 in a 25 mph zone. Legal Notice The Boards of Education of Districts 15 and 156 will receive sealed bids on gasoline for school busses and district owned vehicles for the period from August 1,1974 to June 30, 1975. Bids are due at the office of the Director ; of Transportation, 3926 W. Main St., McHenry, not later than 10:00 A.M. June 27, 1974. The Boards of Education reserve the right to reject any and-or all bids, waive any bid technicalities and award the bid in the best interest of the School District. Anna Mae Cuda, • a Secy Dist. 15 < Edward J. Neumann, Jr., Secy Dist. 156 (Pub. June 14,1974) SENIOR CITIZENS FREE HEARING TESTS ' SET FOR WEDS 1-5 PM R.Q. STENSLAND & ASSOCIATES RENTAL ON ZENITH A MAICO HEARING AIDS 3937 W. Main St. McHenry 815-385-7661 WEDNESDAY ONLY 1-5 P.M. Herbert A. Neufeld, 2804 W. Myang, McHenry, speeding 39 in a 25 mph zone. Francisco Sosa, 118 E. Maplewood, Mundelein, speeding 54 in a 40 mph zone. Elaine Bottari, 1621 Pleasant, McHenry, speeding 43 in a 30 mph zone. Richard A. Hignight, 715 N. Lillian, McHenry, speeding 39 in a 25 mph zone. Stephen C. Dolloff, 1906 North, McHenry, speeding 55 in a 25 mph zone. Open School Learning Centers For Summer Reading The Johnsburg Junior high and James C. Bush Learning centers will be opened to all residents of School District 12 to enable children to enjoy library facilities during the summer. Young people are encouraged to take this opportunity to check out books and to use the audio visual materials available to them. Summer hours will be from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Junior high and from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Bush school. These centers are open Monday through Friday in a program that closes Aug. 9. ARREST PEDSTRIAN Michael McCormack of 3053 Sunnyside avenue, Chicago, was arrested for walking on the roadway while intoxicated last Friday evening. He was found walking in the area of Hancock drive at Lake Shore drive, Wonder Lake. 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