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PAGE 4 • PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1*. 1979 # i-; : McCullom Lake Mary Jo Farrell 344-1575 •fBeach Gals Pick Officers et At the very important Sep- ytember meeting of the Beach t Gals, a new president and a > new secretary were elected, as the terms of yours truly and v.Chris Lawson had expired. Out •uef a well-rounded field of ladies who had been nominated, Donna Gates became the new ^president, and Joanne • Wiesenberger the Beach Gals' ; new secretary. It was hear- ' • lening to see such a good group \,at the meeting, gals who care -v. about what happens to this .-Club. ,;.v Plans were finalized at the • .meeting for worknights and days to prepare for our annual dance, DISClactica, which will Vbe held on Saturday, Sept. 22, . from 9 to 1 at the McCullom Lake beach house. Everyone is cordially invited to attend. Tickets are available from any beach Gal, or may be pur- Y Phased at the door. There will 'be dance contests from 50's to *' the present disco scene, and fun for everyone. All proceeds from this dance and other fund- ** raisers the Beach Gals sponsor -' go directly back to the children of the village through the ac- . j-iivities that the girls sponsor C throughout the year. H CAREFUL By the time this column VKieets up with your eyes, one £*3early hopes that the school &*$trike is over and the kiddies • are back in the classrooms. SHhease be careful when driving jp-Jhrough the village, or li anywhere for that matter, because some of these children, the smaller ones especially, are not Used to crossing streets and walking by themselves, and are likely to dart out in front of cars. It is your job to watch for these children and see that nothing happens to them. Please observe-the speed limit and keep your eyes open. , SO LONG So long is what we'll say, because we don't want to say goodbye to the Gollans, who have been neighbors and good friends for the last five years, Tom and ' Marilyn, and children, David, Suzanne and Angela, are moving, and they'll be sorely missed by all their neighbors. Good luck in your new home. BIRTHDAYS Happy birthday this week to Judy Pendleton, who celebrates on Sept. 19; to Karen Parks, whose birthday is Sept. 21; to Sergio Martini, who celebrates on Sept. 22; and to Rad Keith, who has a birthday on Sept. 25. Hope you all have fine birthdays. ...AND ANNIVERSARIES Lots of special folks with anniversaries this week: Chris and John Lawson celebrate on Sept. 20; Ed and Barb Caron have an anniversary every year on Sept. 21; Rich and Angie Wolf will be married for another year on Sept. 23; Jim and Ginny Franklin will have an anniversary on Sept. 24; and Allan and Marie McKim share their anniversary date, Sept. 25, with Earl and Elma Nelson. What a collection of nice people celebrating anniversaries! Hope the days are all as special as you are. [VXNEWSI Editor's Note: Following are representative questions an­ swered daily by VA counselors. Full information is available at any VA office. Q - If a veteran leaves his National Service Life In­ surance dividend on deposit or credit with the Veterans Ad­ ministration, at what rate will it accrue interest? A - As of Jan. 1, 1979, the NSLI interest rate is 53/4 per­ cent. Q - Is tutorial assistance the same under the educational assistance program and the vocational rehabilitation program? A - No. Tutorial assistance is limited to $69 per month for a maximum of $828. Under the vocational rehabilitation program, the extent of assistance needed is deter­ mined on an individual basis by the VA, school staff and the veteran. Payment is based on the amount of time the veteran needs and the background and qualifications of the tutor. Q -- Must a member of the armed forces accept the $20,000 Servicemen's Group Life In­ surance coverage? A - No. A serviceperson may elect (in writing) to be covered for a lesser amount or not to be covered at all. Set Rehabilitation Month • Goodwill Industries has always been recognized as a leading rehabilitation agency. In the local area, Abilities Center Goodwill has served 860 clients during the first eight months of 1979 and anticipates a service record of over 1,000 clients for the year. Over 150 clients are involved in the various programs each day. Agnes Adams, 1007 N. Plymouth lane, McHenry, is the local Goodwill representative. She may be contacted for information. National Rehabilitation month (September) is being observed to inform tlie public on the current status of rehabilitation and its application to people of all walks of life who have disabilities. Hie slogan for the month is "Don't Count Yourself Out... Reach Out." During this month, National Rehabilitation month will reach out to teachers, employers, parents, families, and disabled people describing Teachers Layoffs recent advances in recent advances in re- habilitiation and informing the and facilities which provide rehab services. The general plans call for an open house with special events, tours and presentations showing the usefulness of the facilities. Abilities Center Goodwill Industries has always been a leading and recognized rehabilitation agency. In the local area, Goodwill has served over 860 clients so far in 1979 and expects to serve nearly 1,000. Over 150 clients are involved in the various programs each day. The goal of Goodwill is to place 15 percent of all clients in the competitive labor market each year, thus making taxpayers instead of tax consumers out of the clients. National Rehabilitation month is publicly funded and has the support of 24 national and handicap consumer organizations including Goodwill Industries along with the signed proclamations of the governors, and others. The national honorary chairman is Max Cleland, administrator of the veterans administration and an outspoken advocate for improved rehabilitation. The Department of Health, Education and Welfare estimates that there are 36 million Americans with disabilities, making this group the largest minority in the United States. The many millions of people with disabilities have either used rehabilitation services or could benefit from them. Rehabilitation programs throughout the country provide counseling, - medical, educational, and job placement services for the disabled- traditionally known as "the handicapped'-and those with invisible or hidden disabilities. Hidden disabilities include conditions such as mental retardation, hearing impairment, alcoholism, epilepsy, coronary, learning disabilities and mental health disabilities. Village o! McHenry Shores 'C Inge Aide 344-1984 Rose Lillegard 385-4517 4." ' i'frjSM IASB Lashes Out At New Law The Veterans administration workforce has risen by 28 percent to 228,885, since 1954. Not until 1974 did VA em­ ployment exceed 200,000. In 1965, VA hit its 25-year low with 167,059 workers. "The General Assembly, the governor, and the state's largest teachers union have joined forces to strike a powerful blow against good schools in Illinois," says Harold P. Seamon, executive director of the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB). Seamon said his organization and hundreds of local school officials are "thoroughly discouraged" by a new law signed by Governor James Thompson. The law (HouSe Bill 1576) requires school boards to disregard teacher training, experience, and ability in laying off teachers to reduce staff. "The law now requires that the last hired be the first fired, and that is a terrible way to determine who teaches in the John Meyer adds spice to your life! Suits laced in autumn shades, mixed with a dash of color. Suits in the new body shaping, belted, cropped jacket or blazer. Skirts...straight or pleated. < I (Left) 100% wool blazer, lightly padded shoulder. 104.00. Mated with a double pleated 100% wool skirt, 68.00. Both fully lined 6-16. In smart autumn grey. Blouse in luscious satin-feel fabric. Beige print 6-16. 49.00. (Right) Fashion suit with retro styling. Jacket has slightly padded shoulder and 2-button front. Belted. 98.00. Matching slim cut skirt with front kick pleat. 54.00. 6-16. Grey and brown tweed. Both fully lined. Bow neck suit blouse in elegant peach 6-14. 30.00. Updated Sportswear, Elgin and Crystal Lake. A. •••A - -m V public schools," Seamon said. "The only beneficiary is the Illinois Education Association (IEA), which wanted the seniority provision to stabilize its membership. The biggest losers are the school children, but young teachers will suffer, too. When individual teachers feel the impact of this law, I think they'll realize that the IEA and the state sold them a bill-of-goods." Seamon noted that most school districts in Illinois must eliminate teaching positions in order to cut costs and keep pace with declining enrollments. In deciding which teachers lose their jobs, Seamon said, school boards take into account the nature of each teacher's training, experience, and ability in relation to the demands of each job. "Seniority is important only when you have two or more people who are equally suited to a particular assignment," he said. HB 1576 changes this approach by requiring a school board to layoff teachers in the order of their seniority in the district. "This means we'll have more and more teachers who are ill- suited to their jobs," Seamon contends. McHenry Shores i • Trustees Conduct Monthly Business At the McHenry Shores trustees meeting, Sept. 6, Trustee Weincouff submitted his resignation, effective Sept. 1, the Board accepted it, passed a resolution acknowledging his services, and would be interested in names of persons willing to fill out the unexpired term. Zoning ordinance commission will be meeting with the village attorney. The streets of Hollywood and Vine were graded and inspected by the village engineers. These two streets have an average depth of 10" gravel with a completion date of Sept. 15 for the primer and asphalt topping. President Grimes requested $1,000 for police department uniforms and small miscellaneous purchases. In the absence of a formal itemized list, Trustee Wilson commented that he did not like the practice of blanket approval. Approval was given for the blanket allocation of $1,000 by a vote of 4 yes and 3 absent. The annual treasurer's and audit report was accepted by the board as presented by Treasurer Jim Janicki. Trustee Zelvis reported that the grant for Creekside park was not filed due to uncertainty of funds and that it will be filed next year. She also reported that work will start in approximately tendays for the renovation of the village annex. Mr. Lon Reed is looking for volunteers to help in this project and any interested person should call the village hall. Ordinance No. 81, Levy "It is hard to believe that a majority of the state legislature and the governor followed the dictates of the IEA and ignored the advice of the state board of education, the state superin­ tendent, the Illinois PTA, and hundreds of local school boards and administrators." Seamon said school boards are becoming increasingly alarmed that much of the legislation affecting schools in recent years has been written to benefit the teacher unions. Ordinance, was passed and approved as noted with several changes to be inserted. Trustee Koleno inquired as to whether this year's levy was higher than last year and it was noted that although the levy was higher the rate of taxation was stiOthe same as the previous year. When the meeting was opened to the floor. Mr. Zelvli questioned whether the roads of Vine and Hollywood had been inspected for shoulder work. The Vial for Life project was referred to the Public Health and Safety committee. President Grimes remarked that there was no quorum at the Finance committee meeting. Rose Lillegard noted that many holes in the roads existed and that if labor was not available it should be hired out. It was also verified that a budget had not yet been submitted. The next board of trustees meeting will take place on Thursday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m. Building permits for the month of August were as follows: 1 industrial septic and well and 2 utility sheds, for a total of $100. At the planning commission meeting Sept. 10, Bob Carow of the Village of Prairie Grove approached commission members with a proposed map of boundary lines for the two municipalities. Further discussion will take place at the village of Prairie Grove Sept. 20. It was decided to submit a request for a new village entrance sign to the board of trustees at its next regular meeting. It was noted that commissioners were assigned to monitor village committee meetings so that the planning commission would know the items the board of trustees is considering. The commission will recommend to the board of trustees removal of members who have not attended regular commission meetings. The meeting was continued to Monday, Sept. 17. The village administration would like to hear from the residents as to concerns and desires, particularly about filling the vacancy. N#ir Every Day Low Price ALL CARTON CIGARETTE$ One Low Price Popular Brands Plus 18' Sales tax $4.87 BEN FRANKLIN 1250 N. Green St.. McHenry 385-0806 Energy Grants - The Illinois Coal and Energy Development Bond act, administered by the Illinois Institute of Natural Resources provides $5 million in state bonds to promote the development of alternative energy technologies. The grants are available on a competitive basis to business, i n d u s t r y , u n i v e r s i t i e s , governmental organizations or individuals in the state to search for practical alternative energy resources. Gov. Thompson said, "Illinois is a leader in efforts to conserve existing reserves of n o n r e n e w a b l e f u e l s a n d t o develop clean, economical alternative energy resources. T h e s e f u n d s w i l l h e l p a c ­ complish this goal." 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