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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 2 May 1979, p. 20

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PAGE 20 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, MAY 2,1979 URGE SUPPORT OF GOVERNOR'S ROAD FUNDING PROGRAM (Continued from page 1) rehabilitation of 70 miles of rough roads in this district, the widening and resurfacing of 60 miles of roads with deficient surface and cross-sections, improvement of 40 problem intersections and 65 high ac­ cident intersections, repair or replacement of 40 critically deficient bridges and rehabilitation of 20 more bridges. Also $360 million would return to local governments in the state to fix 116,000 miles of local roads in addition to the $266 million that presently is being turned back. Jack Petersen of the program office IDOT distributed han­ douts that illustrated three levels of what could be done; "fall behind option" with no change in present tax struc­ tures," keep pace option" in­ dexing fuel tax to economy and adjustments in vehicle registration fees of $2 per year for small cars and $3 for larger cars; and finally the "move ahead option", which would include the tax and fee in­ creases outlined by Lowrey. Suzanne Grosser, RTA of­ ficials, outlined the RTA Fiscal Year 1980 to 84 proposed transit program with the pioposed program and budget for 1980. A public hearing on the proposal is scheduled at McHenry West high school campus at 7:30 p.m. May 2 for all interested parties. Ms. Grosser set the total cost of the proposed 1980 operating program as $365,100,000 with the following explanations: existing service, $312,300,000; service improvements $13,500,000, which includes new bus service $6,700,000, special services $1,900,000, and new rail service $4,900,000; reduced fare program $3,600,000 (aged, disabled etc.); ridership development and information $5,100,000; administration $16,800,000; unified work program $100,000; other RTA obligations (loan repayments interest etc.,) $13,700,000. Richard Klemm, chairman of the County board, asked what the income figures were for the budget. Ms. Grosser said that more than 55 percent would be obtained from operations and if the gas tax goes through, there will be a deficit of $29 million. Rose Lillegard, former president of McHenry Shores, asked if the 1 percent sales tax in the six-county RTA area was approved for RTA support in place of the gas tax which could expire in October as RTA board member Baldino had proposed, would the gas tax then go back to the counties for their use. Andy Szakos, county RTA representative, said the budget was based on the projected transportation needs. Ms. Grosser said the gas tax could be used to eliminate the possible deficit. MAYOR SUGGESTS OPPOSITION TO BARGAINING (Continued from page 1) it would aid in getting PTI sessions in the area. A committee was designated to select candidates for officers for the McHenry County Municipal association for next year. It was revealed, when Stanek was almost named to the committee, that he is probably slated to serve as president for the coming year. Mayor Kuhn was named to be a candidate for - NIPC representative from the Mayor's association to replace Rose Lillegard, who lost her seat as village president of McHenry Shores in a recent election. Mrs. Lillegard ad­ vised the association that they should nominate someone who can disagree with considerable conviction. RECOMMEND 29 STUDENTS FOR SUMMER SCHOOL (Continued from page 1) decided-to allow the field trips scheduled this week. Dan DeRoche of the ad­ ministrative staff gave board members a curriculum update and reported on the new testing program carried out in the first through eighth grades. DeRoche also commented on a state mandated Physical Education program. Asked what subjects would be eliminated to provide for the new requirement, DeRoche said he didn't know but assured members it would not be from the Reading program. He expressed some dismay over the difficulty caused because so many programs are mandated. The administrator will attend a May 2 workshop at Crystal Lake, when educators will be further advised by represen­ tatives of the Illinois Depart­ ment of Education. A f t e r c o n s i d e r a b l e discussion, the board decided to give further study to a request by Dan Curran for his daughter Shulfer HuT Window and Wall Decor "JonKML skuttms, shades ojidwom. woods... fiastuOfurî fn&c&*£*cts SAVINGS 9:30-5:30 IOON ciosod Sunday Today's freer life-style calls for a fresh approach to window treatments--one that is simple, handsome and easy to care for. Joanna's Shades, Shutters and Woven Woods give all three, and offer color and texture interest as well... the perfect solutions to window dressing with style." now through May 7, 1979 CALL 815-344-1888 W« Measure and Install fn Coma Window Shopping with ANNA Rout* 12 Just North of Route 120 Volo, III. ^ • IEWEL CATALOG OUTLET STORE • JEWEL CATALOG OUTLET STORE • JEWEL CATALOG OUTLET STORE • JEWEL JBWBL . ̂ s7 MERCHANDISE CLEARANCE CENTER A DIVISION OF JEWEL Mon.,Tuos.-9 a.m.-5 p.i DIRECT MARKETING Wad., Thurs., Fr. 301W. Virginia St. 9 o.m.- • p.m. CRYSTAL LAKE Sat. 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. 815-455-0333 Sun. 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. \ 1 „ . 1 !BAR/6AIMS At MCC Sale Days Wed., May 2 BLOOM ^thruTues.,May 8 S^--While Quantities Last-- -v IN FULL BEDDING and BATH SPECIALS Springtime is the time to spruce up that Bedroom or Bath. Choose from our large selection of domestic items and save an additional 40% off our low discount price. % OFF ON SALE: •Bedspreads •Blankets •Pillows •Sheets OUR DISCOUNT PRICE >Shower Curtains •Tank Sets •Throw Rugs •Room Size Rugs •Table Cloths •Furniture Throws •Drapes •Curtains •Material •Towels •Pillow Covers •Mattress Pads WATCHES and JEWELRY The FONZ WATCH Simulated denim strap. MCC Reg. $17.97 $g99 LADIES LED Time-Date Choice of silver or gold. MCC Reg. $23.97 *ii" ALL OTHER WATCHES & JEWELRY 50 '% OFF Check and see our many new arrivals! to be admitted to kindergarten classes next Fall even though her birth date would miss the Dec. 1 deadline by a few days. Curran explained that she had been enrolled in a pre- kindergarten school and suggested that District 15 might test her and the child be interviewed by the teacher. Curran said he understands the policy of the district r e g a r d i n g e n t r a n c e requirements but felt an ex­ ception might be made in view of the circumstances. Acceptance was given to a bid to supply an International Harvester rotary mower. The district will trade in a 1973 compact tractor with rotary mower attached. In the reorganization meeting, Tim Althoff was elected president and Gary Lock wood, president pro-tem. Dorothy Vick was named secretary for another year and Joan Miller, a new member, secretary pro-tem. When the matter of com­ pensation for the secretary was brought before the board, Mrs. Vick noted that the service was not too time-consuming and moved that there be no com­ pensation. Landis, assistant superin­ tendent for Operational Ser­ vices, was named treasurer. The McHenry State bank was designated as depository of funds. The law firm of Robbins, Sch­ wartz, Nicholas and Lifton, Chicago, was again appointed as legal counsel on the same basis, that the retainer fee will not exceed $150 a month and that one of the principal members of the firm be present at each meeting. Business meetings were again designated to be held at the administration office on the second Tuesday of the month and the educational meetings at the various schools on the fourth Tuesdays. Committee appointments will be made next month, and members were urged to suggest those areas of education in which they have the greatest desire to serve. The three new members, Joan Miller, Willis W. Martin and Karen Salman were in­ troduced by the superin­ tendent, Dr. Richard Farmer following certification of results of the April election. Prior to the reoganization following the April 14 election, President M. David Cain cautioned the new board not to get bogged down in trivia. He spoke of ideas he carried with him as a new board member, adding that he has a different perspective as he leaves. Cain did not seek reelection. Anna Mae Cuda also ad­ dressed the board briefly and expressed satisfaction in working with school matters during several terms. Tim Althoff then read a resolution, expressing ap­ preciation for the service of the three retiring members, in­ cluding Robert Thornton, who was not present. After the executive session, the board voted to name the district's law firm as professional negotiator in staff negotiations. Also, the first day of June (a Friday) was declared to be the last school day for the year. FIREFLY CANDLES Set of 3. MCC Reg. $7.79 $£67 8 pc. DUCK DECOY COASTER SET MCC Reg. $7.79 $467 JEWELRY BOX MCC Reg. '11.97 $719 GIFT AISLE - ON SALE!! Check your calendar for birthdays, graduations, and other special oc­ casions. Our entire gift ware aisle is on Sale. Our Discount Price 40 % OFF d 'A* ( • g*M. 1 - - " " IMS * NICKEL DAY -Girl Scouts Charlene Einweck and Cheryl Buchholtz are ready for action at one of the numerous games that will benefit the scouts on Saturday, May 5, at the McHenry city park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be open to all school age children. There will be a musical walk, a bean bag toss, face painting, crafts for sale, plants, plays, drinks, cookies, prizes, and much more.The Girl Scouts invite all to join them in a day of fun. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD Clear Driver After Striking Pedestrian A McHenry area man was struck by a car early Saturday morning as he was walking on River road, but the driver was not blamed. Clifford J. Jensen, 902 N. Plymouth Lane, was driving the 1973 Oldsmobile that struck Jeffery S. Borter, 2614 Indian Trail, McHenry. Jensen told police he was driving north on River road when he saw Borter "weaving and staggering" in the middle of the roadway. Jensen said he slowed and attempted to miss Borter, but Borter walked in front of the car. Borter was taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Rescue squad, where he was treated and released. The incident occurred at about 12:45 a.m. No citation was issued. Earlier, at 11 p.m. Friday, William H. Walter, 2810 Spring road, McHenry, veered his car off Ringwood road to avoid colliding with a car that had swerved into his lane. Walter's car hit a tree and he was taken to McHenry hospital by the Johnsburg Rescue squad, where he remains in satisfactory condition. Joseph T. Bishop, 2610 Henzada, McHenry, was ticketed Sunday night for driving without a license and failing to give aid and in­ formation when the car he was driving struck another as it was backing out of a driveway. Bishop told police he thought the car driven by Beverly L. Workinger was going stop. A rear-ender resulted in a ticket Saturday night for Charles E. Russell, 1611 N. Woodlawn Park, McHenry. Russell told police he was driving south on Ringwood road when he crested a hill and and saw a car that had either slowed or stopped. Russell said he applied the brakes but the car started to fishtail. Jeffrey A. Freund, the driver of the other car, said that he was driving when he was struck in the rear by Russell's car. There were two passengers in Russell's car and one in Freund's but no one was in­ jured. Russell was cited for following too closely. Patrick R. Day, 5216 Thelen, McHenry, was ticketed Saturday at about 8 a.m. when the pick-up truck he was driving struck a parked car owned by Sandra L. Reken- thaler, 5701 Liberty street, Richmond. Damage was estimated at $500 and the ticket was for failure to report an accident. Day said he did not know he had to report the accident to the police. Oral Interpretation Class Set At Church "The First Passage: Recollections of Childhood" will be performed by students in the McHenry County college oral interpretation class May 3 and 6. Admission is free to the program which will include a collection of humorous and serious readings by and about children. The original adaptation of the material for readers theatre was prepared by MCC in­ structor Susan Vadasz and by students in her oral in­ terpretation class. The Thursday, May 3, per­ formance will be at 12:30 p.m. and the Sunday, May 6, per­ formance will be at 2:00 p.m. in the college lounge on the lower level of the MCC Main hall building. Panel calls for departure from past economic policies. JEWEL CATALOG OUTLET STORE • JEWEL CATALOG. OUTLET STORE • JEWEL CATALOG OUTLET STORE • JEWEL WALLCOVERINGS 20 % Ofp SMART LOOKS SMART BUYS SALE NOW THRU MAY 19 Main Paint & Decorating 3819 W. MAIN ST. McHENRY, IL 385-1115 THE CONCERNED TAXPAYERS FOR QUALITY EDUCATION IN fTlcHENRY COUNTY Wish to express our thanks to those Citizens who voted in the school board and College trustees election April 14,1979. The expression of our thoughts and concerns can only be registered when we speak out at the polls. Thanks for your ef­ fort to improve education in McHenry County. w PD FOR BY CONCERNED TAXPAYERS FOR QUALITY EDUCATION IN McHENRY Howard Miller Chairman 418 Jefferson. Woodstock

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