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Heading a post-Labor day issue of the Plaindealer 25 years ago tells a familiar story. The writer was urging the public not to abandon pets picked up for the pleasure of the vacation season aigd with no plans for further care. The "situation has probably not changed greatly, but in the fast pace of living in 1981 it's easy for a puppy or a kitty to be wandering without a home and no one aware of the situation. Only, those closest to the problem - Helping Paws or Animal Control ~ could tell the real story of abandoned animals. For those who like animals and are concerned for their welfare, a story came to our attention that must be repeated. It may profit little as we go into the fall season, but could well be brought to mind next summer. This true story happened in Orlando, Fla.,.two weeks ago. A couple returned to their car, irate and demanding to know why their car had been broken into. They calmed considerably upon learning that their misdeed - cruelty to animals -- could bring them up to a year in prison if convicted. Ifc all happened near a motel when nnwrnpr notified the Humane society ' vo dogs were locked inside the j^jiip car as a relentless sun shone ^and the temperature rose to 92 deal was struck when the Humane society agreed not to press ' I if the couple would spend an tide a closed up car in the same ,__ature. m sweaty pair emerged from their ordeaj to be greeted by their yelping dogs, a spaniel and a poodle, who in­ cidentally had spent the hour inside the Humane society's air conditioned building- "Just a crumb of justice", was the satisfied comment of the lady who told us the story. Maybe so, but justice just the same! KAF Optimism On Shores Area Sewer Project President Richard Panerali reported favorable news on possibilities for the sewer project for McHenry Shores and the surrounding area during Tuesday's meeting of the village board of trustees. He said positions on the Facilities Planning Advisory committee had been filled and an open meeting regarding the Step one grant is scheduled for 7 p.m. Sept. 17 at the village hall annex. Indications, he noted, were that sewer construction could be a fact by 1985. Panerali's move to enter into the village minutes the total responses to the questionnaire distributed by the Shores Citizens for Better Government, provoked an angry reaction from the two incumbent trustees remaining on the board. This is the organization that backed the four new trustees who gained control of the board in April. William Wilson charged, "I feel the issues in the village are being totally overlooked and possibly set aside by this group called the "coalition". He questioned whether the questionnaire which had been sent only to Citizens for Better Government members and which had elicited about 104 responses truly represented the feelings of the community. Included in the questionnaire was an inquiry, "Would you support an­ nexation of the village to the city of McHenry?" which brought responses of 67 yes, 25 no, and 10 undecided. Panerali reported that he had written a letter about -exploring the possibilities to Mayor Joseph Stanek, asking what annexation would entail, the process involved, the feelings of the City Council, as information that could be presented to the village board and residents so they could make up their own minds. Wilson suggested that the distribution of the questionnaire was unfair. "If it is mailed to one then it should be mailed to all. The coalition believes that two votes, or one out of a hundred (indicate opinion). I'm not going to accept it." Panerali reminded him, "You weren't going to accept the opinion oh' the (road improvement) special assessment issue too, but you found out differently (four trustees defeated). I'm listening (even though) the num­ bers don't encompass the entire village. If you want village figures then mail it (Continued on page 22) City Agrees To Study Shores Annexation Mayor Joseph Stanek appeared to reflect the opinions of most of the City Council in regard to a letter from the Village of McHenry Shores asking information about annexation when he said Wednesday, "I feel we should investigate it." Some aldermen recalled that this request appeared to be a complete reversal of the village position on joining McHenry several years ago. Richard Panerali, president of McHenry Shores, wrote, noting interest by some village residents in annexation, "We realize such a venture would require investigation and serious consideration by both the City Council of McHenry and its citizens, as well as the residents of our village." Standi appointed Aldermen Liz Nolan and Ed Datz as a committee to meet with Shores representatives to explore the possibilities. He said the group should also include one of the two aldermen who could be unseated if the annexation occurred, and he wanted to be involved himself. There would have to be a number of things explained--fees, taxes, etc., required by the city, Stanek noted. Alderman Ray Smith insisted that there should not be one penny of expense to the city for the exploratory talks. Datz commented, "Fools rush in.." as he promised that the committee would give the proposal serious consideration. Stanek added that the investigation gave no commitment, but was only to explain the processes, problems, and possible tradeoffs in annexation. Saufen Und Spiel Fest At Johnsburg The Johnsburg Community club's fifty-ninth anniversary celebration Saufen und Spiel Fest, will begin with the traditional parade through Johnsburg at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13. Due to Fairview avenue being closed between Chapel Hill and Johnsburg roads, the parade route has been changed this year. Marchers will line up on Spring Grove road and turn east on Johnsburg road. They will continue to Fairview, where they will turn north to Church street, then west to end at the Community club grounds. Various high school bands are participating, along with a Marine color guard which will add a touch of splendor to the march. Beauty for the parade will come through the appearance of several beauty queens from the McHenry county area. Fun and nostalgia will be provided by the clowns, floats and antique cars which are always outstanding attractions of the parade. Classic Kaisers and Thunderbirds of a more recent vintage will add pleasure for all car buffs. It isn't too late to enter the parade, and interested persons should call Jerry Turner at 385-7921 (evenings) to register a float or other entry. The parade will conclude at the Community club grounds, where the activities will begin with flag raising at 2 p.m. Music for listening and dancing will add to the day's pleasure. For the children there will be a space walk, train rides, and the always ' ir sand pile where they can keep sy and discover pennies. Of course the Saufen und Spiel Fest will have the tug-o-war, and horseshoe contests along with the beer, brats, corn and other refreshments. The Johnsburg Prairie Pounders Running club is sponsoring a 3.1 mile run for the family through Johnst and a 9.1 mile run for the experienc runner. Both races start at 8:30 a.m. at the Community club. Saufen und Spiel Fest promises fun for the entire family, and everyone is invited. The day's activities will be completed at 7 p.m. School District 15 Delay Budget Adoption Adoption of the $5,863,000 budget for Elementary School District 15 was delayed by the board of education until the Sept. 22 meeting, following the public hearing on 1981-82 budget at the Sept. 8 meeting. Except for board members and school personnel, no one from the public commented on the proposed expenditures. The board delayed final action on the budget proposals until some indefinite figures were confirmed. Dr. Richard Farmer, district superintendent, reported that the sixth day (of school) enrollment (a reliable indicator of school population) showed the total school enrollment was down 71 students from the comparable day last year. He noted that the strongest decline was in the kindergarten at­ tendance, which was off 26 pupils from last year. All grade levels except for eighth showed less students than last year, Dr. Farmer reported. Parkland school (which serves junior high school students) did show more students. The board approved a slope easement agreement with the Hanover McHenry, Inc., to accommodate a berm shielding the Parkland school from the proposed shopping center that will contain a new K-Mart store at the east side of Ringwood road and Elm street. The school law firm had drawn up the agreement that would satisfy school concerns about protection, fences, drainage and maintenance. The agreement will also need the ratification of the Regional Board of School Trustees in whose name the Parkland school site is registered. In a move to equalize the stipend for team leaders at the elementary schools and the junior highs, the board adopted a recommendation to increase the elementary rate from $600 to $800 while holding the junior high increase from $1,008 to $1,100. The board agreed to grant larger increases each year for the elementary team leaders until the difference is eliminated. The recom­ mendation came from the Committee to Study Team Leaders and Stipends which resulted from the Professional Negotiations agreement. The board also approved a request for an additional full time aide at Landmark school by Principal Dan DeRoche. He pointed out the need for more personnel to supervise loading and unloading buses and for playground Supervision. At this time, secretaries and the principal, himself, are engaged in this activity for the safety of the students. Move To Acquire Decker Land The City Council moved Wednesday night to implement acquisition of the 31- acre Decker property on the river for which rights had been acquired recently in a condemnation suit setting the price at $175,000. Attorney Bernard Narusis, who represented the city, said the court had given the city 90 days from Aug. 28 to pay the price or risk counteraction by the owner to recover his costs in defending the condemnation proceedings, which he had resisted. Mayor Joseph Stanek, listing the various sums received and on deposit from developers as Park development funds, suggested that they pay the amount immediately and then reim­ burse the fund from a $200,000 grant due for completed improvements at Knox park. Alderman Ed Datz urged the Council to hold off until the city was assured of the receipt of this grant money. Stanek said there was another alternative. They could pay it and charge it to G O. moneys, (general obligation) and apply it to the people's tax bills. Alderman Mike Wieser urged the Council to investigate the city's various investments and select ones coming due in about 60 days from now so that they don't lose any interest. Narusis had indicated that the city was being charged 6 percent interest for every day after Aug. 28 on the $175,000 amount due the owner. Stanek reminded Wieser that interest from the park development fund in­ vestments had been helping the city with other funds. Wieser moved that the city play out the investment game in reasonable time and then cash the appropriate investments to pay for the land. THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER % S E R V I N G T H E C H A I N - ( ) L A K E S R E G I O N S I N C E I S 7 3 " t -> * VOlUMjj 106 NUMBER 13 .FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER \ 1 , 1981 J_S j£T.^2^PAGES 25 ' Protest Business Zoning Fall Sports 1981 Special Supplement Today's Issue Driver Dies Members of the McHenry Township Fire department dead at these Company I attempt to shut off a gas line that was until county damaged when this car struck a utility pole on McCullom Area Rescue Lake road last Tuesday afternoon. Alphonse Godina, of 5017 McCullom Lake road, McHenry, was pronounced SHAW MIMA NfWS SCRVICE McHenry township fire units, McHenry police and the McHenry Area Rescue squad were called to McCullom Lake road early Tuesday afternoon when an auto struck and snapped a utility pole. driver of the car, Alphonse Go&ttA, 65, of 5017 McCullom Lake rood, McHenry, was pronounced dead at the scene. According to McHenry County Sheriffs police, who handled the ac­ cident, witnesses said Godina slumped over the wheel of the auto shortly before it left the road and struck the utility pole. North of McHenry, a two-car collision Sunday at the intersection of Wilmot road and Route 173 injured five people. Patty Parkhurst, of Lockport, 111., struck ̂ par belonging to Robert Zak, of McHenry. Ms. Parkhurst and passengers, Michelle Smalarz, of Lockport, and Katherine Coleman, of Bolingbrook, were taken to McHenry hospital by the Spring Grove Rescue squad. Zak and a passenger, Beverly Zak, were taken to McHenry hospital by the Fox Lake Rescue squad. Ms. Parkhurst was cited by county police for illegal possession of alcohol and failure to stop at a sign. A three-car collision Sunday on McHenry avenue resulted in injuries to five people when a car driven by Tim McDonald, of Cary, attempted to pass another vehicle. As he was re-entering his lane of traffic, the McDonald vehicle struck a McHenry police handled traffic control arrived on the scene. The McHenry also responded. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD icle driven by Kim Genter, also of Genter vehicle then crossed into 1 eastbound lane of traffic and struck -Ml auto driven by Marlene Svejcar, of iHenry. 'McDonald, Genter, passengers /ayne Summers, of Schiller Park, Neil Marth, of Cary, and Svejcar were taken ,;lo McHenry hospital by units of the 'Crystal Lake Rescue squad. McDonald was cited for illegally attempting to pass on the left side. The petitioner said the land has been steadily improved with the land being filled and berms being built and planted. Prior to the improvements, Cajthaml said, the property was low- lying, collecting garbage and water. He noted that, to date, an estimated $18,000 had been spent on trees and bushes, not including the cost of landscaping. Cajthaml said he had plans to develop a small retail establishment or professional office complex on the site. He reiterated that he would retain ownership and that the land was not for sale. A buffer zone, consisting of the berms and trees, would form a "natural fence" between the residential area and the business zone. One area resident, A1 Putbress, of 1311 Sunnyside Beach, questioned Cajthaml about what kinds of businesses and how many would be involved in the establishment. Cajthaml was unable to provide any concrete information concerning how the land was to develop, saying it was still "a long way down the road." Charging that the fill operation on the (Continued on page 22) FREE TV Guide In Today's Edition With some voicing threats to move if a zoning change is approved, about 30 to 35 residents of the Sunnyside Beach- Stubby avenue area attended a Village of Sunnyside Zoning board (ZBA) hearing Wednesday night at Johnsburg Junior, high school. lot The ZBA voted unanimously to recommend denial of the petiton. The petition was brought by Michael Cajthaml, 4416 Mayfair drive, McHenry, who owns 5.05 acre parcel of land that fronts on Wilmot road, 59 feet north of the Stubby avenue intersection. Cajthaml appeared to ask the Sun­ nyside ZBA to recommend a change in zoning on the tract from "R" Residential to "B-l" Business. Cajthaml, a self-employed com­ mercial artist, told the board he pur­ chased the property in 1977 with an intent to improve, but not sell. Who? Who is this fellow? And what is he doing in the water? bears a resemblance to the co-chairman of the Chamber of Commerce golf outing. 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