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PAGE 4 - PLAINDEALER • FRIDAY, MARCH 13,1981 PURSUE BALANCED SCHOOL BUDGET (Continued from page 1) Education Fund. The Working Cash fund is to be immediately reimbursed upon the collection of educational taxes or any part until transfer is fully repaid. The appointment of M. David Cain, LTD, Certified Public Accountants, to conduct the 1960-81 fiscal year annual general audit for a fee of $2,500 was approved. Bill Landis reported this firm did the audit for 1979-80 for several hundred dollars below other bids. The $2,500 figure for the year 1980-81 in­ cludes a $300 raise to cover inflationary costs. MUSIN' AND MEANDERIN' (Continued from page 1) county and it is very possible it will be the following day before winners will be known. With city, township and village elections held the same day at the same voting locations, something very im­ portant to town elections will be missing - a little like the accuracy of predicting national elections before the polls have closed. Some of the fun has been taken away, and in our fast moving society we will miss it on election night. KAF ASSESSMENT PROTEST AT McHENRY SHORES CONTINUES (Continued from page 1) agreed with Joyce and Howard Lexow who led off. They declared that it was the wrong time for them to afford this amount of money. They didn't appreciate the meetings about the proposal that were held in a number of different places. They wanted a chance for the whole group to meet to see what others were saying. They were concerned about people being told early outside the civic center to come back tomorrow if they knew the meeting was to be moved to the church. Grimes reminded that legal counsel had warned of the possible effect of moving the meeting outside the village limits as jeopardizing the sale of the bonds. Walter Wilson claimed that the project was not necessary and the cost would be excessive. He indicated that the proposal would increase his property taxes by about 75 percent with the annual special assessment in­ stallment. Helen Crouch said her property would be subject to an estimated $6,000 assessment but all the road needs is a small patch. She claimed that she couldn't afford it and it would double her tax bill. Gary Kumpula testified that the proposal was unreasonable and because of the economic situation he couldn't afford it. He would probably lose his house. Donna Tobeck asserted that the proposal was totally unreasonable and would hit people in the pocket when they could least afford it. It would in­ crease her taxes by at least 50 percent and the project would not increase the value of her property (as claimed by the projects proponents). When Ms. Tobeck asked why the sudden interest in the special assessment proposal this year when roads were totally neglected until September of last year, President Grimes said they had been working on cost effective programs and con­ sidering alternatives. Ms. Tobeck suggested the village had been playing with the lives of her children by not taking care of the roads. Grimes said the village board was tired of putting a "band-aid on a can­ cer," by spending money to cosmetically upgrade roads without curing the main trouble, which was a road base that had never been con­ structed properly. Other witnesses testified similarly and no resident at this meeting spoke in favor of the proposal. As the meeting opened at the church. President Grimes explainecl lo the crowd that the reason advanced board of local improvements for changing the meeting place was that it was too small, the building was not strong enough for the load so they selected the closest suitable place for safety and convenience. He said that Leon Zelvis, village building inspector, had refused to allow any more people to enter the civic center. Grimes also warned that the proceedings would be long, tedious and complete. He asked respect for people speaking and no interruptions, whether they agreed or not with what was being said. TCie hearing was being held after almost a year of concentrated discussion of the program, what to do and the possible alternatives to fix roads that were never constructed as they should have been. The Saturday meetings referred to by many objectors were held to gather information which was for the village board's guidance. * Village Attorney David Rogers ex­ plained that the meeting was being held in accordance with state statutes and the open public meetings act. Notice was mailed to every property'owner as mIE YOUR *LTCTROH Prlcfi Effective Friday, March 13 - SwMl«y March 15. A Zabco® rtprtitiMlivf will bt at o«r iter* to demonstrate and onswor questions SATUR­ DAY, MARCH 14. 19S1 12 to 4 A i960 /t BCO DIVISION BRUNSWICK CORPO«AT Your Old Reel Is Worth Its Weight For Gold Put your old reel on the Gold Rush Scale and watch it click off 30' an ounce toward the purchase of any new Zebco 6000 series skirted spinning reel. Trade in reel does not have to be in working order. Limit: one trade in reel per each 6000 reel purchased. (Trade-in Offer available only March 14 from 12-4 PM.) Meet The Zebco Pro He II be on hand to weigh your reel and talk fishing Zobco® NUd. 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Rogers explained that the assessments could be paid in one sum or in 10 annual installments due Jan. 2 following completion. The engineers animated assessments would range frottj> jKfninimum of $2,257 with $320 tin! ir>it«Urr>en^ for 8 foe* let. Up to $7,two tor certain corner properties. Rogers noted that determinations of assessments and benefits would be by a village-appointed assessment officer and his decisions could be appealed. Notices of assessment would be sent to each taxpayer no later than 15 days before the date of court confirmation. Objections as to their fairness could be made by anyone with interest in the properties involved. If paid in in­ stallments, 7 percent annual interest would be added. Rogers noted that the village had other options for paying for the project such as from the general funds or through general obligation bonds following a referendum where everybody in the village pays through taxes according to their property valuation but without regard for benefit. The board considered and discarded this latter alternative as being unfair, he said. Heck outlined the surveying research and planning that had gone into the proposal, with special emphasis on economy as many of the property owners had requested at the Saturday meetings. He said their aim was to design a reconstruction that would stand up in all weather conditions. He added the original improper in­ stallation of roads with resulting inadequate base was the main reason for subsequent surface failures, pot holes and so forth. Any repairs made were of short duration. He explained the proposed im­ provement was not for roads in the entire corporate limits but mainly from Barreville road to Broadway and McHenry and south from Bull Valley to Pleasant Valley. Material removed from the road areas would be stock­ piled and reused. Present drainage would be maintained and actual roads might vary from the centers of the right-of-ways in order to do this, he said. Planning also considered the future sewer collections system which would be installed in the parkways rather than under road surface. He claimed there would be minimum disruption of road surface by crossover ditches for sewer service and that repair of resulting ditches would be with a highly compactible granular material (sand). He estimated that 97 percent of the road construction would not be disturbed. Culverts would be removed and if serviceable, would be straightened and reinstalled. Residents concerned about the plans for their streets could inspect the detailed drawings and specifications which would be available during regular business hours at the village hall, Heck annnounced. FORESEE LESS DRASTIC CUTS IN SCHOOL SERVICE (Continued from page 1) wide effort of all employees. In recognizing this effort, Dr. Andreas commented "I'm sure we'll be in the black in this year's budget." Sue Maiorca spoke to the board regarding her resignation as secretary for Ringwood school. Mrs. Maiorca told how hard it was for her to leave the district after five years of service. She leaves Johnsburg schools for a position as secretary for a business concern connected with CBS. The board approved the annual renewal of the Youth Service bureau linkage. Dr. Ken Falkinham, business manager, reported that the sample of asbestos submitted to Marsh and McLennan laboratory from the Bush boiler room was found to be within the limits of acceptability for its type. (Chrysotile: less than 1 percent. Limit - 1 percent). Now all rooms in the district have been approved under the Asbestos-Free parameters. Board member, Barb Stanell, told the board that an intense discussion is taking place within the county con­ cerning the local needs and control of Special Education students and programs now under the Lake- McHenry Regional program. The board discussed rental of school rooms for profit making requests. The members felt that such rental may be rental fees could be appropriate if adjusted so ta subsidizing st taxpayers would not be >sidizing such activities and if liability insurance would be provided by the renter. Decision on acceptance of a tuition student for next fall was considered if the student's residence will be finished within the first two moftths of the school year. The present tuitiotujor out-of- district students is over $2,000t>ased on a 180-day school year. Alin Stewart, representing the Johnsburg Life and Planning com­ mittee, presented a status review of Project Plus, a federally funded plan for library services in District 12. The project, under the direction of Beth Mueller, if successful, will r*ceAve>. $50,000 in tunas and |io,ooo in books and materials, which will insure library operations Tor one year. The committee is hoping for state confirmation in May. In the meantime, efforts are being made to secure a suitable "home" for the library. Stewart said the committee hopes to find a building with adequate parking and adaptability, a place where members of the community would be comfortable, a place they could identify with and be proud of. Suspension of employee policy revision was presented for a first reading. Dr. Andreas stated that Bernice McCarthy, nationally known for her work on how the brain thinks, will be presenting several seminars in the district this year. Ms. McCarthy's services are being provided through a mini-grant at no cost to the district. THWART FORGERY, THEFT ATTEMPT AT STATE BANK (Continued from page 1) couch which had oeen placed tem­ porarily along the garage. Shirley Randall, of 411 Mineral Springs, McHenry, called the police when she found that someone had stolen a down-filled vest, a radio and tape player, assorted jewelry, and an estimated $200 from her home. Alois Graff, of 8306 Howe road, Wonder Lake, reported the theft of a 40- foot Oak tree from his property. The thief cut the tree and hauled most of it away, the police report said. Parent Training Classes Final registration begins this week for Dr. Thomas Gordon's Parent Ef­ fectiveness Training classes (P.E.T.) beginning Monday, March 16. The classes are sponsored by Lakeside center and Lake Region YMCA of Crystal Lake. James Mc- Clung, marital and family therapist, and Dr. James Bidle, senior minister at the First Congregational church, will teach the course. This course will be taught as a mini- course and meet for five consecutive Mondays from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at Lakeside center, 401 Country Club road, Crystal Lake. For more information or to register, call the First Congregational church office in Crystal Lake. Two Injured In Car, Tree Collision Sunday Two McHenry residents were injured in a car-tree collision last Sunday on Lincoln road. The driver of the auto, Kathleen S. Simmons, of 940 Wiltshire, McHenry, told county police she was driving west on Lincoln road when a dog ran out in front of her car. Ms. Simmons went on to say she swerved to avoid the animal and lost control of the car. The car struck a culvert, hit a tree and rolled. Ms. Simmons and a passenger in the auto, Gary S. Rettig, of 1310 N. Park, McHenry, were taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Rescue squad. The accident occurred at 2 a.m. March 8. Blaine B. Wolf, of 1615 Riverside drive, McHenry, was driving on Barreville roatj, at State Park road, when his vehicle "suddenly veered off the road." Wold said he attempted to bring the car under control but could not. The auto rolled after leaving the roadway. The incident occurred at 12:15 a.m. March 11. The Sheriff's police investigated an accident that occurred last weekend at the intersection of Richmond road and Broad street, in McHenry. Gregory B. Bliznick, of 5218 Shore drive, McHenry, told police he was driving north on Richmond road when the car preceding his auto began to make a right turn onto Broad, but then swerved to the left in a U-turn. Bliznick said he applied the brakes but was not able to stop in time. The driver of the other auto was Patricia M. Stebbins, of 8801 Burton, Wonder Lake. No citations were issued in the ac­ cident that occurred at 2:20 a.m. March 7. Five Charges Faced By McHenry Man A McHenry man faces five charges after he abandoned a car and fled. Shortly after midnight last Friday, McHenry police noticed a car at the intersection of Route 120 and Crystal Lake road that was stalled, without lights. When the officer stopped, the driver of the auto, Steven Leary, of 514 N. Clement Lodge, McHenry, fled into the lumber yard. Officer Stahlman headed Leary off but the man struck the police officer. He was subdued temporarily, escaped later and was recaptured. Leary was charged with aggravated battery, resisting a peace officer, escape, criminal damage to property over $150 and driving with a suspended license. Five minutes after midnight on March 8, county police noticed an auto speeding 20 mph over the speed limit on E. Wonder Lake road. The officer attempted to stop the vehicle but the driver, John Fournier, 17, of Route 1, Long Grove, accelerated and turned onto Route 120. Fournier entered McHenry at about 95 mph and turned onto various streets, successfully avoiding roadblocks. He was eventually stopped at the intersection of Routes 12 and 31 at a road block of county, state, Richmond and Spring Grove police units. Fournier was charged with speeding, fleeing and attempting to elude, no valid driver's license, expired registration and driving without lights. Bond was set at $1,000. --McHenry police were involved in a high speed chase of their own when a car driven by Gary E. Swanson, of 3706 Lee street, McHenry, disobeyed a stop sign and refused to stop for police. McHenry police pursued the vehicle, which was finally stopped at Bull Valley road and Front street. Swanson was charged with disobeying a stop sign, reckless driving, fleeing and attempting to elude, driving with a suspended license and too fast for conditions. When the Sheriff's police stopped a pickup truck which was traveling with an expired safety test sticker, the of­ ficer found the driver's license to be suspended. Eileen Kadlobowski, of 1018 W. Oakleaf, McHenry, was cited for driving with a suspended license and no valid safety test. Bond was set at $1,035. ASK TRANSIT IDEAS McHenry county residents are being asked to help determine how to make the commuter rail and local busy systems accessible to disabled persons. Planners from the Chicago Area Transportation Study (CATS) have invited members of organizations representing elderly and-or han­ dicapped persons to a meeting scheduled for l p.m., Wednesday, March 18, to discuss the issues involved tin commuter rail station alterations and bus design. The meeting will be held in Room 101 of the McHenry county courthouse, 2200 N. Seminary avenue, Woodstock. Those coming to the meeting are asked to use the lower level, east entrance. The building is accessible to wheelchair users. WATERWAY MEETING A public information meeting will be held at the Fox Lake Fire department social hall, 114 Washington street, Ingleside, Wednesday, March 18, at 7 p.m. This meeting is being held by the Chicago District Army Corps of Engineers, in conjunction with other agencies having jurisdiction over waterways and wetlands in the area. ozo Ay ^ Ull£ [[ i ^uxnituzz J-tel . ^ (IE c i u I i 2 i n CJ i n u n a t c l i n e x i STOREWIDE SALE THIS WEEKEND FULL SIZE SLEEPER $35900 STORAGE OTTOMANS $5995