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PAGE 18 PLAINDEAIER FRIDAY MAY 6 1977 f * r ntH John Armstrong, one of the objectors to the rezoning request of Anthony Pintozzi and Edward Buss, cites reasons to the City Council as to why the zoning change should not be granted. Portion of the overflow crowd listens from the hallway while Armstrong presents his case. He was one of several persons who spoke to the Council Monday night against the rezoning. However, the Council voted to rezone one-half of the propertv for the purpose of Buss building his new car dealership. STAFF PHOTO--WAYNE GAYLORD OVERTURN ZONING BOARD RECOMMENDATION (Continued from page 1) However, contrary to the fiasco which took place at the Zoning board hearing. Mayor Stanek kept control and order throughout the proceedings, although he expressed displeasure with the Council's decision "I may veto this." he told the aldermen immediately after the vote. "It is not firm in my mind There are a couple of questions I have about what happened. If I do veto. I will have to give my reasons in writing." he added Even if Stanek does veto the Council decision to grant Buss his rezoning. the aldermen can override the veto with a two- thirds vote (six of eight aldermen). Six of the aldermen have already gone on record as being in favor of the Buss request, an indication that a veto would be fruitless. The numerous objectors to the rezoning cited several reasons for their reluctance to accept the rezoning Among the fears were water drainage, height of the Pintozzi apartment buildings, lighting from the car dealership, etc A-l HEARING AID SERVICE Free Loaners - Complete Service on all Makes Custom Earmolds - 30 Day Trial on New Aids Try Before You Buy'. Maico-Oticon-Radio Ear Qualitone Custom Made All in the Ear Models ROBT. STENSLAND & ASSOCIATES 3937 W. Main St.. 385-7661 Behind-the-ear AID Reg. $239 The objectors wanted both Pintozzi and Buss to be turned down, with Dick Golbeck citing that, "residents would not follow behind a used car lot." To that end. Mrs. Nolan made a motion that the City Council vote on both rezoning requests together, and for the aldermen to turn down the petition The motion died for lack of a second Another new alderman. Ernest Schooley. then motioned that the Council vote separately on the Pintozzi and Buss requests, and that the Council deny the Pintozzi petition. Unanimously, Pintozzi's plan, in its present form, was turned down. A motion was then made to approve the Buss request, with the ensuing six to three vote giving the Ford dealer owner the go-ahead to build. The vote of the Council gave Buss the go-ahead. However, there is strong evidence that the original vote taken by the Zoning Board of Appeals was illegal The point was brought up by Alderman William Bolger, and confirmed by City Attorney Bernard Narusis, that when the Zoning board voted five to one, with one abstention, to recommend denial of the rezoning request, the vote was taken improperly, and therefore is illegal. This apparent new-found controversy surrounds the action taken by Zoning board member "Bud" Adams. During the original hearing, Adams left the meeting and was not available when the other six members of the Zoning board voted to recommend denial of the Buss and Pintozzi petition. At that time, according to board member Ronald Wilkins, the six remaining members voted against the petition. Paul Fidler, who was chairman of the Zoning board at the time, apparently called Adams on the phone the next ALL DEMOS WILL BE SOLD!! ALL ARE FULLY EQUIPPED C PRICED TO SELL • HERE ARE JUST A FEW* '77 GRAND PRIX Buckskin Metallic, STOCK NO. 13. SAVE $900001 ! '77 FIREBIRD ESPRIT Mandarin orange, STOCK NO • $AVE I SAVE! '77 GRAND PRIX Bahia green, white landau roof, white buckets, STOCK NO. M. SAVE $90000! I '77 VENTURA 4 DR. SEDAN Brentwood brown, buckskin interior, equipped to go! STOCK NO ILL. SAVE *60000!! '77 GRAND PRIX SJ Mandarin orange with buckskin landau top. STOCK NO JS SAVE $85000! I MORE TO CHOOSE FROM! day, asking him for his vote. At the same time, Fidler also allegedly changed his vote on the petition from "no" to "abstain." Bolger felt that voting by phone was illegal, and ac­ cording to him. his opinion was confirmed by Narusis. Exactly what ramifications this will have, if any, are un­ clear at this time. It was pointed out that if Fidler's and Adams' votes are not counted, the outcome of the Zoning board vote would not be changed. Despite his defeat Monday night. Pintozzi was pleased with the action of the City Council. "I was happy that they voted the way they did," he said Tuesday. "They kept mass rule out of it. "I think the City Council did an excellent job in voting," he added. "They showed they are people of their own con­ victions." Pintozzi said that he isn't positive what action he would take now that his rezoning request has been turned down. "We haven't given it much thought at this moment," he explained "We have a lot of options, a lot of different ways to go." One of the ways Pintozzi can go was explained by Alderman Raymond Smith, who con­ tinually asked Pintozzi if he would be willing to redesign his apartment complex so that it would satisfy the Edgebrook Heights residents. Tuesday. Pintozzi stated that he would be willing to listen to anyone who has a suggestion on how the apartment complex could be designed which would be acceptable to everyone concerned. Buss was obviously pleased with the way the Council vote went, and promised to comply with all rules and regulations which the city may set forth. "The next step for us is that I have to get the storm-water runoff problem taken care of," Buss said Wednesday. "There are some water problems and we will work with the city engineer to solve them," he added. Does Buss plan on complying with any regulations which may be placed on his lighting, etc.? "Absolutely," he said, "and I think the people will be pleased when the building is up." Amidst the excitement of the zoning decision, other action taken by the Council Monday night seemingly was lost in the shuffle. However, there was other business undertaken, including an appearance by William True, representing Medical Transportation systems. True appeared before the Council requesting that the city license ambulance companies in McHenry, and indicated there should only be one. In the audience was Tom Kraus. who owns and operates the Tech Ambulance service. Kraus stated that he was in favor of competition among ambulance services while True felt that, with the rescue squads, there should only be one ambulance service in the city. Mayor Stanek referred discussion on the matter to the license committee The Council also voted to take the approximately $7,000 out of revenue-sharing funds which was earmarked for tennis courts for Petersen park, and use it to resurface the tennis courts at Freund field. The number of courts at the field will be expanded from two to four, although the courts will now run east and west, creating a sun field throughout the day. The tennis courts at the city park will also be resurfaced, and the library parking lot will be blacktopped. The total cost for all projects was estimated at $11,000. In other business, the city of McHenry now officially owns the parking lot on Green street adjacent to the McHenry Savings and Loan building. The down payment was made, and the S & L even gave the city a $500 gift to help defray the cost. The City Council will soon have a sound system installed in the Council chambers. Bids will be accepted soon for amplifying equipment, in­ cluding microphones for each alderman and city official. Judging from the overflow crowd Monday, the sound system appears much needed. The really unfortunate news for the city is that work will begin soon on blacktopping Rt. 120 from the Peter Justen Funeral home to the bridge. Traffic problems, bad already, are expected to become worse while work is being done. The hearing in Chicago concerning the closing of Jake's Dead End lounge has been delayed until May 16. The further delay is a result of the judge being on vacation. Discussions are to continue between the city of McHenry and the Lakeland Park Water company concerning the city's purchase of the company. City Treasurer William Brda presented the Council with a list of the city's investments as of April 30. In the five financial in­ stitutions in McHenry, Brda has invested a total of $913,673.42, putting the city in apparent sound financial condition. Finally, Stanek released his committee assignments for the coming year, with longtime Alderman Edward Datz being named chairman of the im­ portant Finance committee. Walter Schaedel has been named chairman of the License committee, and all requests for tag days and door-to-door solicitations should be add­ ressed to him. * • • « Personalities that bowl one over at first often lose their glitter. good neighbor,. State Farm ̂ is there For help with all your family insurance needs, see: Dennis Conway 3319 W. Elm St., McHeniy 385-7111 S T A T i f A R M I N S U f t A N C f State Farm Insurance Companies Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois UNSUCCESSFUL BURGLARY RESULTS IN THREE ARRESTS (Continued from page 1) with Allen reporting his radio taken Tuesday morning. Allen stated that his car was locked and parked in his drive at the time of the theft. Thieves victimizing a car owned by Lawrence Marjan, 4618 W. Lake Shore drive, Wonder Lake, didn't bother entering the vehicle. Rather, they stole the four wheel covers from the car while it was parked in his driveway Saturday night or early Sunday morning. No items seemed immune from theft during the week, with a mailbox, a bicycle, a television set, a radio, and a lawn mower among items taken. At 11:25 a.m. Sunday, Ronald Taylor, 5008 E. Lake Shore, drive, Wonder Lake, reported that during the night someone stole his mailbox and post from in front of his property. At 2:05 p.m. Saturday, Leland Carpenter, 1715 W. River terrace, McHenry, reported that while at the Busch elementary school, 2117 Church street, Johnsburg, someone stole his yellow five- Speed bicycle from the bike rack. Police also investigated a burglary at the unoccupied home of John Pugh, 213 S. Emerald drive, McHenry. Sometime since April 23, entry was gained by forcing open a rear door. Closets, drawers, etc. had been sear­ ched, but all that appeared to be taken was a portable television set. Felix Yonkus, 1718 N. River terrace, reported to county police that someone stole his white and green rotary lawn mower from his yard. Friedl Koeberlein, 1415 May avenue, McHenry, reported that someone entered his unlocked car during, the night and stole a-tffiefcase con4 taining personal^jjjd-business papers. --- Also taken from the auto was a wooden box containing a kolight gauge. Monday afternoon, Lisa Ritter, 1205 N. Clover, McHenry, reported that since the previous day, someone stole her silver and gray ten-speed bicycle from in front of her home. Saturday evening, Donald Winkler of Niles reported to police that while he was camping on the grounds of the Steuben camp, Steuben road, McHenry, someone took down his tent and placed it inside a building on the property, and stole his multiband portable radio and a belt buckle. Winder had left the camp site for dinner at the time of the theft. Finally, at 1:35 p.m. Friday, Goettel Motors, 112 Rand road, McHenry, reported that they discovered someone at­ tempting to steal a new auto parked in their lot. The dash of the vehicle had been damaged as well as the ignition switch in the un­ successful attempt. SET FORTH TWO PROGRAM CHANGES AT WEST CAMPUS (Continued from page 1) Norb Wolter, assistant principal at East, was present to give information concerning results of this year's stan- darized testing program. A total of 598 students par­ ticipated and were rated ac­ cording to the norms established in a nation-wide test involving 50,000 students. It was determined that the East campus students who participated rated about normal on simple recall, but were about 4 percent above the norm on higher skills. Wolters said he would like to have the test made again in these students* senior year so that the progress can be assessed. ^ Following this presentation, Wolter, project director; William Godshall, instructor; and Martha Rudnick, aide, presented an overview of the Simulated Employee Ex­ perience (SEE) program, which is state funded to the extent of $30,000. Locally, it has sixty students enrolled, some with learning disabilities and others with a special interest in working with wood. They have produced many fine pieces and to date have received $323 from sales. A larger market is being sought for these articles. In other business, James Althoff, board president, gave a review of his discussion with the architects and persons knowledgeable about con­ struction who serve on the school district's Task Force concerning facility planning. Five sub-committees of the Task Force are scheduled to meet May 12 in the Learning center of West campus. Members of the board were advised that the Circuit court had ruled in favor of Glenbrook high school's request for more state funding. The case was taken to court with the cooperation of many other school districts in northern Illinois who seek the same funding. At this time, single high school districts are about 80 percent funded but are allowed to seek a 25 percent increase each year. They have received 25 percent of the 80 percent funding, which deprives them of many thousands of dollars. The Circuit court ruling specifies that they are entitled to 25 percent of the amount they would receive under full fun­ ding. It is not known whether the case will be taken to the Appellate court. BOARD APPOINTS DODDS EAST CAMPUS PRINCIPAL (Continued from page 1) high school, effective July 1. When asked about the future at East campus, Dodds com­ mented, "I look forward to continuing to offer superior opportunities for all East campus students. Gary Fields and his staff have made East a fine school, one of my goals will be to maintain that quality. I look forward to working closely with the staff and students at East." Following undergraduate studies at Millikin university, Dodds received an M.S. from Indiana university and a C.A.S. from Northern Illinois university. After teaching Speech, English, and coaching Speech at Wheeling high school, he came to McHenry in 1972 as assistant principal at West campus. Since then he has served as associate principal and administrative assistant. WOODSTOCK MAN HELD FOR SHOOTING DEATH (Continued from page 1) and the suspect in the tavern late Tuesday night. It was not known whether or not Soto left the premises voluntarily. He allegedly returned a short time later with a gun, which he apparently used to kill Vermett. The victim, who was shot several times, was pronounced dead at the scene, and the body was removed to the morgue. Soto was apprehended at approximately 5:30 Wednesday morning by Woodstock police. As of Wednesday afternoon he had not been charged with the murder. Speed up housework with organization. List each chore and take one room at a time. Take frequent breaks to lessen tension and fatigue, and don't skip a meal to save time. DIOGENES FINDS HIS HONEST MAN (Continued from page 1) to a parking meter on Riverside drive. r Richard Evans found the purse, which was left by Mrs. Langelok when she was reentering her car after doing some shopping. The purse, containing numerous valuables, was returned by Evans to the McHenry Police department with everything intact. When police called Mrs. Langelok, she hadn't realized her purse was missing. She went to the police station and noted that everything in her purse, money, credit cards, makeup, etc., was in proper order--in proper order thanks to Richard Evans. AAUSIN' AND MEANDERIN' (Continued from page 1) limit on what might be sub: mitted to the voters, but the income tax rate on cor­ porations could not exceed the rate levied on individuals by more than 8-5 ratio. In other words, if a district submitted a rate of 1 percent on individuals, the rate on cor­ porations could not exceed 1.6 percent. The tax wpuld be collected by the State Department of Revenue, and the tax would not be in lieu of any property taxes levied by the school district. We understand that another bill is contemplated to be in­ troduced in the Senate. This, however, would be different in that it would be in lieu of the school property tax in any district that might levy the income tax. Two more local school -in­ come tax proposals followed quickly, as expected in the House. KAF w HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! FROM » INDIAN MANOR _• SERVING OUR > REGULAR MENU FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM 708 BOARD MEETS The next McHenry County 708 (Mental Health) board meeting will be held May 10 at 7:30 p.m. at Pal's restaurant. Transportation Sec. tells of railroad upgrading plans. Deaths MARGIE L. DIX Margie L. Dix, 51, of 408 N. Timothy lane, McHenry, died Sunday, May 1, at McHenry hospital. Mrs. Dix was born in Sterling, Co. Oct. 26, 1925, the daughter of Howard and Eula Bryant. She had been an area resident for the past five years. Survivors include, her husband, John C. whom she married April 12, 1945 in California; three sons, Christopher of McHenry, John and Larry at home; a daughter, Dena, also at home; a sister, Mrs. Robert (Mary) Prince of Denver, Co. and her mother, Eula Bryant VanGilder. Her father preceded her in death. Visitation was held at the Peter M. Justen & Son funeral home Wednesday afternoon and evening. The Rev. Roger Schneider officiated at chapel services Thursday at 2 p.m. with burial in Woodland cemetery. KALLIE "KITTY" ABLEMAN Mrs. Kallie "Kitty" Ableman, 70, of 20 Stonegate, Lotus Woods, Spring Grove, died Wednesday, May 4, at St. Therese hospital, Waukegan Mrs. Ableman was born in Chicago Feb. 2, 1907 and had been a Spring Grove resident for the past twenty years. She was formerly from Oak Park. Hie deceased was a member of the Fox Lake Garden club and held many offices while a member. She also belonged to the 101 Ladies club of the Fox Lake area. Survivors include her husband, William E.; a daughter, Mrs. Linus (Carol) Constantine of Nova Scotia, Canada; six grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. A granddaughter, Patricia Ann Constantine, preceded her in death in 1971. There was no visitation and private services and burial were handled by the K.K. Hamsher funeral home, Fox Lake. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Ableman's name to the Fox Lake Rescue squad. Arrest Young Man For Cannabis Possession A McHenry youth was arrested and charged with unlawful possession of can­ nabis following his ap­ prehension Friday night by McHenry Police Officers Robert Winters and Gary Wigman. Roy J. Thompson, 19, 3003 Maryville drive, was arrested for having more than thirty grams, but less than 500 grams, of a substance containing cannabis otherwise than as authorized in the Cannabis Control act. Thompson was arrested for having possession of forty- seven and one-half grams of a substance containing cannabis, with an estimated street value of seventy dollars. Police were attracted to the area when a person called the police department complaining of a large party at the'in­ tersection of Maple avenue and Millstream drive. The caller reported that liquor was being consumed in the street. Winters and Wigman, along with several other squads, responded, and due to the high level of activity in the street, the officers stopped their car adjacent to a parked, unoc­ cupied auto. The officers then smelled a strong odor of cannabis coming from the unoccupied car, and investigation revealed a twelve-pack of beer and a bag of what appeared to be can­ nabis in the car. The owner of the car, Thompson was eventually found and was arrested. District Summer School Registration Continues Plans are under way in Consolidated Grade School District 15 to offer a self- supporting Summer School program which will run June 6 through July 15. Because of the withdrawal of state funds, a less extensive program will be made available. Besides a course entitled Enrichment for Incoming First Graders, several offerings will be made for Grades 2 and 3. They are Children's Story Hour, Individualized Rein­ forcement Reading, Reading Enrichment, Math Rein­ forcement, Math Enrichment and Physical Education. For Grades 4-5 there will be Math Reinforcement, Math Enrichment, Reading Rein­ forcement,Reading Enrich­ ment and Physical Education. The latter course also has been planned for Grades 6-8. Other offerings will be Beginning Folk Guitar, In­ termediate Guitar, Drawing and Painting, Summer Theater, Fresh Water Ecology and Fishing, Tennis and In­ strumental Band, all for grades beyond third. Registration dates continue through May 6. * * * • The first and only test of one's religion is the kind of life he leads. FOR MOTHER ONLY! Complimentary Wine or Champagne Plus Any Entree of Her Choice % PRICE! • FREE! DESSERT BAR WITH ALL & DINNERS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! pf INDIAN MANOR RESTAURANT & LOUNGE RTE. 31, '/* MILE SO. RTE. 120 McHENRY RESERVATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED 3S5-8600 A........ 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