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PAGE 14 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. JANUARY 20.1982 VOICE VIEWS ON ANNEXATION (Continued from page 1) acknowledge the right of the municipality to terminate their em­ ployment. Narusis added that the employees had said they would sign papers to this effect. Narusis explained further that upon annexation, if a majority of both municipalities voted in favor, all elected positions in the village, as well as the ordinances, would lapse. The one major exception to this would be zoning ordinances, Narusis said. In response to a question from Aldeerman Pepping. Narusis said zoning was essentially a "vested property right" and would become a legal, non­ conforming use. " You'd (the City Council) be bound to the zoning of the Tonyan Industrial park for at least the remainder of the annexation agreement," Narusis said. Pepping also noted that the municipal utilities tax, which Shores residents pay, would be lifted as a result of an­ nexation. Richard Panerali, McHenry Shores president, pointed out that the revenue from the tax, approximately $25,000, would be about the same as the revenue from the slightly higher tax rate, which city residents pay. Panerali said the greatest concern of Shores residents was the sewer system. 'The roads could have been main­ tained, but they weren't," he said, referring to recent political problems in the village. Panerali commented that the people did not want "over-designed, expensive roads" that would have to be torn up to install sewers. "To spend $1.5 million on roads was not the most > important move," Panerali said. Alderman Ray Smith (3rd Ward) expressed dismay at having the an­ nexation question "sprung on the council in a few short months." "We are not getting enough numbers and we don't know exactly what it is going to cost," Smith said. "Why would McHenry be better if it is bigger? With the exception of the police department, I've yet to see anyone say what it will cost/' In response to Aldermen Pepping and Smith, Panerali said he would have the village accountant prepare a simple assets-liabilities balance sheet. The village • president commented that the council should take into con­ sideration the amount of sales tax revenue that is generated by McHenry Shores residents who shop in McHenry. Alderman Edward Datz (2nd Ward) said the only "bright spot" in the an­ nexation question was the Tonyan Industrial park. "The sewer problem disturbs me to no extent," Datz said. He continued to say the city just finished with sewer problems in Lakeland Park and commented that "he did not want to go through that again." In response to questions from Aldermen Elizabeth Nolan (1st Ward) and Cecilia Serritella (4th Ward), Panerali said that, to his knowledge, there were no ties to the park land in the Shores. The McHenry aldermen ex­ pressed concern that there might a property owners' association with claim to park usage. Alderman Michael Wieser (3rd Ward) said he would look at the an­ nexation with an open mind, but was not convinced that he had enough in­ formation. The alderman said he was disturbed that the people chose to use the petition method, which essentially eliminates any opportunity for negotiation. "We negotiate with all others," Wieser said. "There is no opportunity to negotiate a thing. There is no guarantee about the (Shores) police - they don't have to do it." Wieser said he would have liked to negotiate a couple of items, notably the extension of water and sewer. Water service to McHenry Shores is presently provided by a private concern, the same company that provides water to Lakeland Park. "I think we should provide water as well as sewer," Wieser said. The alderman commented that he would like to have seen discussion on a special assessment for these services to find out how the people felt about it. After more than four hours of discussion, which was attended by an audience of two, the meeting was ad­ journed. TICKET AGENT SERVICE PRESSURE CONTINUES (Continued from page 1) Dutchman" (empty) RTA bus runs could be eliminated. Noting that McHenry has no Dial-A- Ride or other park-transit service, Sen. FOOT FACTS ON TAPE FREE FOOT HEALTH INFORMATION Courtesy of DR. JACK CHULENGARIAN Medicine & Surgery of The Foot & Ankle Fellow Academy of Ambulatory Foot Surgeons Surgical Correction Available •ln-OHic» •Hospitali*Surgery Center Medical/Surgical Insurance Accepted LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN GRAYSLAKE-106 Confer St. 15 Minutes From Downtown McHenry AFFILIATED WITH McHENRY HOSPITAL _ Office 0 Hours ^ Available Mon. thru Sat. 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"If the county concludes that the railroad should include money for a ticket agent, I see no reason why the board would go against it," Ford said. In an earlier remark, Sen. Schaffer commented, we have all seen the pattern; if the agent goes there is a decrease in trains, a decrease in ridership and finally elimination of the station. "It's not necessarily cause and effect. Senator," Ford said. "Service is generally on the downslide before the agent is taken out." "What I'm interested in is alter­ natives," Sen. Schaffer said. He suggested that a part-time person handle the ticket and freight business in McHenry, or, a full-time person split time between McHenry and another locale. According to Michael Payette, CNW director of commuter services, "There is no such thing as a part-time person." He noted that the morning rush hour was when help was needed, which would make it difficult to divide time between McHenry and another station. "What prohibits the RTA from putting a part-time person in?" asked one of those present. "Nothing, if we want to put the railroad out of business," Ford said. Noting the certainty of strike, Payette said it would be impossible to put a non-union, part-time ticket agent in the McHenry station. "Have we asked the unions?" Sen. Schaffer asked. "I've noticed that the unions have become more reasonable in recent weeks.'". He reasoned that perhaps the union would be interested in salvaging at least a part-time position rather than lose the job altogether. Payette said he would check with the Labor Relations people at CNW. Early in the meeting, Ford pointed out that the move to eliminate the ticket agent at the McHenry station was purely a cost-cutting venture. "It is simply a recognition that $30,000-a-year (approximate figure to operate and maintain the station) is a substantial amount when compared with the number of tickets sold," Ford said. He noted that McHenry was the 51st ranking station and of those with lesser ridership, only one (Harvard) had a ticket agent. Ford said this was only because Harvard was a terminal. Payette noted that there was a station open a half-day, in Winnetka, where the agent then traveled to Waukegan to help with accounting. He commented that the same situation was not ap­ plicable in McHenry. "We don't envision, nor is anything implied, in the one or five-year plan that even suggests the elimination of service," Ford said. McHenry Mayoi1 Joseph Stanek pointed out that a vote of the RTA board could eliminate service. "The board can eliminate service by a vote," Ford admitted. "There is nothing anyone can do to prevent that. The retention of the agent does not guarantee anything, but I just don't see that it is in the cards." Payette commented that the freight portion of the ticket agent's job in McHenry could be handled as easily in Crystal Lake as here. Sen. Schaffer commented that he would like to see the CNW talk to the union about a part-time or division of labor alternative, and, the City of McHenry talk with the county Tran­ sportation committee about the priorities of service. The revised plan is expected to be completed in March. The RTA and CNW representatives were amenable to these proposals and also agreed to ask for a 60-day or 90-day continuance on the ICC hearing, which was scheduled for Jan. 22. POSTPONE HEARING It was learned Monday night that the Illinois Commerce commission hearing regarding the ticket agent has been post­ poned until March 22. MUSIN' AND MEANDERIN' (Continued from page 1) used for early feeding in the Fall. But the tremendous feeding needs during the record low temperatures of the past two weeks have nearly exhausted the fund. The canisters were the idea of la McHenry school teacher who several years ago enlisted the services of some of her students in making the cans. The experience was not only rewarding for the beneficiaries but also the youngsters who learned the pleasure of service. Out of lean economic times has come something heartwarming and very worthwhile. Many of us have learned to be grateful for our abundance, with a resolve to help other people, and those beings around us which add so greatly to our joy of living. KAF TWO DIE IN FIRE (Continued from page 1) bed," according to a friend. Firefighters made a thorough search of the upstairs apartment, but could not locate Kevin Knolle. The fire, according to Hebron Fire Chief William Sergeant, appeared to have started in Mrs. Knolle's bedroom. The house was destroyed. According to the Fire Chief, arson is not suspected and the state Fire Marshal's office is assisting in the investigation of the cause. About 30 firefighters from Hebron and Alden and a dozen rescue workers responded to the scene. Sergeant said the blaze was brought under control at about 1a.m. Saturday. The search for victims wa§ made more difficult, according to the fire chief, because the building was heavily engulfed in smoke and flames. One firefighter was treated for smoke inhalation. The chief said the men and equip­ ment were covered with ice as the firefighters fought steadily dropping temperatures and winds as well as the blaze. At least one fireman could not get his facemask to seal because of ice on his face. The bitter cold also caused other masks to cloud, making their use difficult. The cold temperature froze one hydrant and the outlets on the various pumpers that responded to the scene. Firemen remained on the scene until about 3 a.m. and were called back to extinguish flare-ups at 5 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. SEWER PLANT FOCUS (Continued from page 1) offered and the acceptance signed, the money is essentially earmarked for that project. "If you're (the council) serious, you should plow ahead at the fullest speed," Sundin said. He noted that many other communities were backing out of the grant program in light of federal cuts. Sundin said the FPA study would be completed in March, when application would be made for a Step II (design) and Step III (construction) grant. He said there would probably be about a 90- day review period for the Step I study. "By June of 1982, we should know where we stand," Sundin observed. For some time, the McHenry City Council has expressed concern over participating in federal funding of the sewer plant because of rate-setting implications tied to federal monies. Aid. Nolan asked how the grant would affect the sewer rates. The answer given was that the federal authority would audit the books and determine the rate charged. . Aid. George Harker said, "There are strings attached (to the grant money). The rates will be substantially higher for the benefitted area." Sundin commented that the rates would be higher for the benefitted area regardless of whether grant money was used or not. City Attorney Bernard Narusis said there was no problem in charging the benefitted area a higher rate than another, as long as all those in the benefitted area paid the same rate. Sundin said the established rates will have to pay for the operation and maintenance of the plant, retire the bonds and establish reserves. It was also pointed out that there were a number of alternatives relating to the control of the plant which would serve more than just the City of McHenry. If the McHenry Shores annexation becomes a reality, there is no question as to the control. Should it fail, options lie with mutual commissions, an agreement between communities, etc. It could turn out that the village would pay for the construction and the city would lease the land. Narusis reported attempts to establish an easement across the McDonald property may be reaching fruition. He said the general position of the owners was to resolve a previous zoning petition and classify the entire property. "Essentially it looks like they would be happy to give the easement in return for zoning," Narusis said. With the added impetus of the hospital, it appears that the sewer question will be addressed in the near future. JOHNSBURG ORIENTATION The Johnsburg high school will host an eighth grade orientation night Monday, Jan. 25, at 7:30 p.m. for, fill students who will be at tendings Jflkn- sburg high school as freshman in the fall of 1982. It will be held in the high school auditorium. More details will appear in Friday's issue. RTA Ridership On 'Hold' SHAW MEDIA NIWS SERVICE According to a spokesman from the Chicago & North Western, the slump in ridership triggered by a series of fare increases has begun to level off. Michael Payette, director of com­ muter services for the C&NW, the carrier's three lines running from Chicago to Geneva, Harvard and Kenosha, Wis., had a ridership of about 100,000 before fare increases in July, 1981. Following the 57.5 percent fare in­ crease, ridership declined a little more than 17 percent. By September, 23.8 percent fewer riders were using the carrier, Payette said. However, following a 5-percent fare cut Dec. 1, ridership rose 1 percent and is holding at 20 percent below average, Payette observed. Gail Sperry, public information of­ ficer for the Regional Transportation Authority, said fare increases also had a drastic effect on bus ridership. According to Sperry, bus ridership on the four lines in McHenry county was 3,679 less in November, 1981, compared to November, 1980. For example, line 808 which runs to Crystal Lake and Harvard, showed .a drop of 1,438 passengers between November, 1981 and a year earlier. 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