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PAGE 1 6 - PLAINDEALER -WEDNESDAY. MARCH 16. 1977 The police lieutenant will receive a pay increase from $17,576 to $18,850 The. pay scale for the auxiliary police will increase from $4 per hour to $4 50, while * crossing guards will increase from $3 50 to $3 75 per hour The Finance committee will also recommend to the full Council wage scales for the city's elected and appointed qffiqials. The mayoral salary will be increased from approximately $2.41)0 per year to $3,200 Also, the mayor will be given a $500 auxiliary fund with which to purchase flowers for funerals, etc The increase is compensation for 1) the great amount of time the mayor must put in on his job. and 2> to help compensate for the money the mayor previously spent out of his own pocket attending required dinners and seminars The aldermen will continue to receive fifty dollars per meeting, and will receive no added compensation for at­ tending committee meetings. The annual salary for thy? city collector, also the job of the city clerk has been raised from $2,000 to $3,500, an increase which partially offsets the fact that the city clerk is no longer allowed to collect fees from fishing and hunting licenses, and from death certificates The only other change in salary affecting a city official is an annual increase from $600 to $1,500 for the city treasurer The city has recently hired a new 'meter maid." The position. which includes maintenance of the parking meters, will now pay an annual salary of between $8,736 and $10,192. depending on the number of years seniority the employee has garnered Many of the non-wage items which the city employees had been requesting were approved at the last city Council meeting However, one of the key- issues concerning the patrolmen was the matter of reimbursement for expenses incurred during time when the patrolman would not normally be on duty. Pepping, committee chairman, spelled out the reimbursement plan for the city "Any city employee who incurs out-of-pocket expense in connection with city sponsored events or training shall be entitled to reimbursements as follows." Pepping began. Mileage will be paid at the rate of thirteen cents per mile, or actual train fare. Overnight lodging. if required, will be paid back to the employee at the actual cost If overnight lodging is required, breakfast and dinner will be paid by the city at actual cost, with the price of dinner SET CITY WAGE SCALES (Concinued from page 1) Personnel, on the com­ munications desk, including dispatchers. received a significant pay increase, in­ cluding the addition of a fourth year on the wage scale Previously, communications desk personnel received a salary ranging from $140 per week to a top of $168 per week, with pay increases disbursed over a three-year time period , The new scale •will find communications personnel receiving wages ranging from $150 per week to $196 per week, with a fourth year added onto the scale " The fourth year of the scale, m which an employee can receive a raise from $180 to $196 per week, was necessitated by pay increases for regular clerical workers, and the belief that the scale should be higher, for dispatchers than for regular clerical help City Clerk Barbara Gilpin, feeling that her employees .vere underpaid compared to other city personnel, requested a $700 pay increase for the clerical department, rather than the flat 7 percent increase The Finance committee was in accord with Mrs. Gilpin's request, and raised city clerical worker salaries by ap­ proximately fourteen dollars per week Clerical workers will now be paid from $130 per week to a maximum of $180 per week, increases from $116 to $164 per w eek The deputy city clerk will now make from $144 to $195 weekly, an increase from a range of $130 weekly to $180 Summer help, which also is paid from the city clerk budget, will be paid a minimum of $96 per week instead of $90 The maximum a summer employee can make, after four years of service, will now be $136 per week instead of $130 weekly, a fifteen cent per hour increase The water, sewer, and public works department will find increases averaging ap­ proximately 7 percent, with exceptions for discrepencies in the wage structure in some positions. The new starting rate for a sewer, water, or public works employee is $180. up from $168 per w eek The maximum that a thirty month employee can earn is now $260 per week, up from $241 The Supt of Public Works salary will $19,950 per year, an increase from $18,980 The Chief of Police will now receive an annual salary of $19,500. as opposed to the old rate of $18,200 per year. Right now is the right time for the right price on Farm Center Buildings •Full or partial slat •Farrow or Finish •Equipment matched to your needs •Engineering Expertise f l̂ McHenry FS Marengo McHenry Elkhorn, Wise. Woodstock Zenda Huntley Chemung not to exceed eight dollars If the employee is required to bo away from home during the normal dinner hours (5-7 p m > and this is not part of a normal, on-duty work shift, dinner will be paid by the city at a cost of not more than eight dollars. Other expenses will be paid for by the city only with the prior approval of the depart ment heads . * "Any unusual situations may be referred to the finance committee." according to Pepping "Employees who are enrolled in .city-sponsored schooling at locations more than seventy-five miles from the city, will be reimbursed for traveling expenses to and from s home only once every two weeks " In essence, the committee will recommend to the full council general -salary ad­ justments of 7 percent for the coming fiscal year, with a cost of living increase in pay ap­ plying for the 1978-79 fiscal year "The cost of living will be the increase in the Chicago Metropolitan index. as determined by the Federal Government Department of Labor." Pepping said The next step is for the full City Council to approve the proposed salary scales The salaries are. of course, subject to change, although that possibility on a large scale is unlikely "AMBASSADOR" OFF TO JAPAN (Continued from page 1) is a businessman, owning a tea room and working as the vice- president for a department store chain. She does know that she'll be going to school at an all-girl Catholic school about an hour's commuting time from her Yokahama condominium But with Japan's modern train system, that could be up to 100 miles away . . .a trip she will take twice a day. Yokahama has a population of over 1.5 million people, and is located on the Japanese island of Honshu. It is a bustling seaport city, located just south of Tokyo on Tokyo bay. How do you feel about moving half way around the world0 "A little scared." she con­ fessed. With the passport, visa and shots behind her. she flew Tuesday from Chicago to Los Angeles. After a short orien­ tation session, it's the long flight to Tokyo. There. Carolyn will go through a two-week intensified orientation session, learning more about the language, culture, food, and day-to-day Japanese life. After this, she meets her new family, and starts her most fascinating year, living with, and learning about, an in­ triguing new country. Carolyn has been a junior at McHenry high school West campus. Her schooling in Japan will apply toward her high school degree. When she returns next March, she will finish school here and graduate with her class in June of 1978. It will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Carolyn. And McHenry certainly has a one- of-a-kind Japanese am­ bassador More than one million people are served annually by Veterans adminstration hospitals, nursing homes and domiciliary facilities. KEYS HANDY, DRIVER MISTAKES CAR, RIDES AWAY (Continued from page 1) stated that he too had been in the tavern, and he was under the impression that he was in his own car, and was driving in McHenry, not Wauconda. He was transported back to McHenry. where his vehicle was found, parked near where Wirtz said he had parked his auto Reining was not charged in connection with the incident MOTORCYCLIST HURT WHEN VEHICLE COLLIDES WITH CAR (Continued from pag? 1) passengers were injured in the crash which caused an estimated $500 danfage to the Lesiak car, $750 damage to the Frisch auto, and a minimal amount of damage to the Beshk car Lesiak stated he stepped on. the brakes and struck the Frisch car Ms. Frisch stated that she was stopped for a red light when the Lesiak auto struck her vehicle, pushing her car into the Beshk vehicle Ms. Beshk stated she was stopped for a red light when she heard some tires squeeling, and then was struck in the rear by the Frisch auto. Finally. Jean A. Roth. Chicago, was not injured Sunday when her vehicle left the roadw ay at the intersection of Riverside drive and Sun- nyside. and ran into a guardrail on the east side of the bridge which crosses the little creek. Ms. Roth was not ticketed in the crash, which caused an estimated $300 damage to her car. and also damaged the guardrail on the bridge. The driver stated that she was attempting to make a left turn off of Sunnyside drive onto Riverside drive when she turned too wide, running the car off the road, onto a soft, sloping shoulder. She added that she continued traveling on the shoulder, striking the bridgeguard rail, and coming to a stop on the bridge edge. SENIORS IN BID FOR CENTER (Continued from page 1) the walk-in center, and salaries for the workers who will operate and supervise the center. Besides requesting $2,500 to pay for rent, the senior citizens also have budgeted $4,000 to pay salaries. This money will be paid to two part time employees for supervision and light main­ tenance of the Moose facility. Ms^Jones explained to the senior citizens the job description. "The job involves someone who will be there whenever required." she said. "The person will act as a host, keep a coffee pot going, inform the persons of any programs which are coming up, and make sure the place is in good order." The senior citizens want two employees, to alternate days working at the walk-in center. They are also requesting funding for a phone to be in­ stalled at the center. The projected cost is $250. $m PAINT BARGAIN Of THE MONTH go o •̂ •1 MB GAL. $ Elliott s,VA Interior Flot Latex Point Reg. $7.99 Gal. $5" VYCITALS Pro Hardware 1228 N. Green St 385-0098 McHenry, A final budgetary figure of $1,000 is set aside for pur­ chasing equipment, supplies, and miscellaneous items. The total proposed budget is $7,750. But, the senior citizens are going to ask both the Township board and the McHenry City Council for as much as possible because of the additional cost which will be accrued when hot meals become available at the walk-in center. *. Ms. Jones explained that the Hot Meals program received a state grant to supply hot meals for the senior citizens of the county. However, the grant is only for 150 meals daily for the entire county, and there are probably many times that number who would utilize the hot meal program "The more funds we receive, the more hot meals we will be" able to provide," Ms. Jones explained "Every dollar above the minimum budget request we receive means one more meal we can serve " There was a suggestion that perhaps the church community would be willing to make a contribution to the walk-in center However, the director nixed that idea. "I don't think the purpose of a walk-in center is charity." Ms. Jones said "Church con­ tributions are out-and-out charity." The hot meals for the walk-in center are important because, as Ms. Jones stated. "10 to 15 percent of the senior citizens in McHenry live below the poverty level." It would be to aid these persons that the hot lunch program will be instituted. "We are only asking for our fair share of revenue-sharing funds." Mrs. Grayson said. Ms. Jones explained the reasons for having a walk-in center in McHenry. "My big fear is that there are going to be a lot of persons living into their nineties." Ms. Jones said. "And what do you do with thirty years of retirement? "At least a walk-in center can provide a place to meet with friends and play cards and socialize." she added. "You can't sit in your house all day or your brain will rot. and then you're in real trouble." she added. "That's where a walk-in center comes in. "But I guess we all agree on that." The senior citizens indeed agreed that they want a senior citizens' center. The question is whether or not the Township board and the City Council agree that they want a senior citizens' center also. And more importantly, will the Township board and the City Council agree to fund it? COUNTY- LEGISLATORS RAP SESSION (Continued from page 1) actions should not be permitted without concurrence by local governmental bodies. A bill to provide flood plain zoning authorization by the Department of Transportation was opposed unless an exemption is provided for counties which have flood plain ordinances. The legislators were urged to provide counties with authority to approve "planned unit developments", which authority is presently limited to cities and villages. Enthusiastic support was given a bill which would place judicial salaries as the total responsibility of the- state rather than partly at county cost as at present. Recognized For Service Arnold May. right, Richmond civic leader, accepts plaque recognizing his services in the mental health organizations. Homer Barry, left, president of the McHenry County Mental Health 708 board, makes the presentation in behalf of the board. May served as the 708 board president for three vears. (DON PEASLEY PHOTOGRAPHY) Arnold N. May. Richmond, was honored by the McHenry County Mental Health 708 board last week on his retirement from the organization. May was instrumental in helping McHenry county citizens adopt a referendum approving funds for expanded mental health care He resigned as president of the McHenry County Mental Health center to serve on the McHenry County Mental Health 708 board in 1968 The tribute to May was given at the monthly board meeting last week where Homer Barry, president, presented May a plaque in recognition of his singular leadership and dedicated service. The 708 board has a major responsibility to review- budgets of various mental health organizations and recommend the county board levy adequate taxes for the purpose of financing approved programs. May. who was elected president of the 708 board in 1973, said obtaining a full time executive director for the 708 board was among his most satisfying achievements while president "The board also instituted a five-year mental health plan and began monitoring the agencies funded with a contract based on productivity," he explained Two of the major organizations funded in part by this means are the Family Service and Mental Health Center of McHenry County and the McHenry County Association for the Retarded. Before becoming involved with the Mental Health program. May was a leader in the county Cancer Crusade and the work of the county's American Cancer society unit A Crusade worker for three years, he took over the county Crusade chairmanship in 1965 and 1966 In 1967, he was chosen chairman of the unit and served in that position until 1971. In 1968, he also assumed the Cancer Crusade chairmanship. Deaths PETER M. SCHAEFER A lifetime resident of the McHenry area, Peter M Schaefer, died Tuesday. March 15 at the Crystal Pines Nursing home. Crystal Lake, at the age of 90. He had made his home at 1602 N. Court street. McHenry. Mr. Schaefer was born in Johnsburg Aug. 29, 1886, the son of Michael and Catherine (Pitzen) Schaefer A dairy farmer, he retired twenty-five years ago when he moved into the city. The deceased was a member of the Holy Name society and a fifty-year member of St. John's Court. No. 96, Johnsburg, Catholic Order of Foresters. Survivors include his widow. Martha (Mertes), whom he married Nov. 30, 1911, in Johnsburg; a daughter, Mrs. Charles (Laura) Martin; five sons, John, Leo. Clarence, Walter and Alvin, all of McHenry; twenty grand­ children and thirteen great­ grandchildren Mr Schaefer was the last of seven children, having been preceded in death by four sisters, Mrs/Catherine Nimsgern, Mrs. Emma Jung. Mrs. Mary May and Josephine The County board's Legislative and Public Affairs committee hosted the con­ ference. Corned Beef and CabBage DINNER FROM 5 P.M. LUNCH FROM U A.M. Green Carnations for the Ladies! May. and two brothers. Mathew and John Visitation is to be held Wed­ nesday from 2 to 9 p.m. at the Peter M. Justen & Son funeral home Mass will be offered at St. Patrick's Catholic church/ Thursday morning, with burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the McHenry area rescue squad ETHEL R. MOSHIEK Ethel R Moshiek, 77, of 1018 Oakwood, Whispering Oaks, died in McHenry hospital Thursday, March 10. Mrs Moshiek was born in West Salem, 111. Oct. 11, 1899, the daughter of John H. and Christine Lidaker A former Skokie resident, she had made her home here for the past six years. Her husband. Edward G. w hom she married June 10. 1925 in Chicago, survives. There were private burial services with arrangements made by the Peter M Justen & Son funeral home."- A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 20 at the First. Baptist church of McHenry at 3 p.m. with Pastor Marshall E. Werry officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist church in lieu of flowers. WILLI AM A. THORNTON William A Thornton, 53. of 2103 N. Arcade drive. Lake Villa, died Saturday, March 12, in St Therese hospital. Waukegan. Mr. Thornton was born in Chicago Nov. 14, 1923, and was a WW II Navy veteran. He had been employed at Sinterloy, Inc. of Solon Mills. Prior to a move to Lake Villa nine years ago, the deceased was a resident of Spring Grove. Survivors include his widow, Virginia (Taylor); two sons, William of Lake Villa and Michael at home; four daughters, Deborah of Lake Villa, Pamela Leff of Rich­ mond. -Nancy McKinney of Spring Grove and Mary Thornton;-four grandchildren and other relatives. >t.-v Private services were held Monday at the Elm Lawn cemetery, Elmhurst, with arrangements handled by the K K. Hamsher funeral home. Fox Lake. MAKE RESERVATIONS NOW 25(H) N. CHAPE HILL R|). MrHE.NRY 385-0333 m HILL GOLF U ANN A M. ZANK Mrs. Anna M. Zank. of Hebron, mother of a McHenry man. died at Harvard hospital Monday. March 14, at the age of 81. Mrs. Zank was born March 31,1895, in Waltham, Minn . the daughter of William and Amanda (Moths) Goetsch. Mrs. Zank was a bookkeeper for the Kraft Feed Co in ' Hebron for twenty-six years until her retirement in 1970. She was a member of the American Leeion auxiliary of w«»bron. Her husband, George, whom she married in Augusta. Wis., on April 5, 1915, preceded her in death May 1, 1971 Survivors include three daughters, Mrs O.C. (Ethelyn) Davis of Hebron. Mrs. Melvin (Bernadine) Webster, also of Hebron, and Mrs Edward (Elda) Glantz of Aurora; four sons. Oliver of Fairchild, Wis.. Christoph of McHenry, George of Woodstock and Cyran of Ridgefield; eighteen grand children; twenty-four great grandchildren; and two sisters, Mrs. Laura Phillips and Mrs. Josephine Thomas, both of Milwaukee She was preceded in death by a daughter. Aleta. a son. Bert, eight brothers and two sisters. The Ehorn-Adams funeral home in Hebron scheduled visiting hours from 4 to 9 p m Tuesday. Services will be held Wednesday at St Paul's Evangelical Lutheran church in Harvard with the Rev Norman S. Meyer officiating Burial will be in McHenry County Memorial park In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hebron Rescue squad or St Paul's Evangelical Lutheran church. MINNIE IIUSCHKE Minnie Huschke, the mother of a Wonder Lake woman, died Monday, March 14, at Belvidere hospital at the age of 82. Mrs Huschke was born Sept 29. 1894, in Sioux city. Iowa, and had lived in the area for a year prior to the move to Belvidere. Her husband, Walter, preceded her in death Jan 11. 1974. Survivors include two d a u g h t e r s , F l o r e n c e Manikowski of Chicago and Shirley Schroeder of Wonder Lake; three grandchildren and a great grandson A son. Walter, and a daughter. Evelyn, preceded her in death Visitation was scheduled for Tuesday from 4 to 10 p m at the Krauspe funeral home, 3905 N Lincoln avenue, Chicago Chapel services will be con­ ducted Wednesday at 3 p.m at the funeral home, with burial in Wunders cemetery. Chicago EDWARD B. STACKNICK. SR. Edward B. Stacknick, Sr., 66, of 5103 W. Orchard drive. McHenry, died Saturday, March 12 at his home. Mr Stacknick was born May 13, 1910 in Chicago, the son of Edward and Anne (Nosbaum) Stacknick. He was employed as a warehouse operator prior to retirement. Survivors include his wife, Margaret (Rose) (Graff); a son, Edward B., Jr of McHenry; two stepdaughters, Bette O'Halleran of McHenry and Patricia Mueller of Cottage Grove, Wis.; eight grand­ children; one great grandchild and two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Strand and Mrs. Lorraine Tough, both of Chicago He was preceded in death by a brother, Walter, and a sister, Margaret The George R. Justen & Son funeral home held visiting hours Sunday. Services were conducted Monday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home, with burial in St. Mary's cemetery. CLARENCE KORTENDICK Clarence Kortendick, 86, brother of Mrs. Lillian Bolger of McHenry, died Sunday evening, March 13, in River Bluff Nursing home, Rockford. His death followed a long period of poor health , Mr Kortendick was preceded . in death by his wife and son A funeral Mass will be of­ fered at 9:30 Wednesday * morning in St. Patrick's Catholic church, Rockford, with burial in Pecatonica. 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