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PAGE 14 - I'LAINDEALER - TUESDAY, HEATED DEBATE OVER NEW VILLAGE HALL (Continued from page 1) them. She cited the example of Fox River Valley Gardens which recently approved a special assessment funded road program and they blew up the next spring. Feasibility studies by engineers would cost money which they do not have and then they would have to seek financing, she added. Government grants were no longer at the 75 percent level with 25 percent local participation, Ms. Hughes said, but rather at a 55-45 proportion. She conceded that the house has some small rooms, but they wouldn't need to remodel it for their own use immediately. She also pointed out the advantage of certain amounts of free utility service the village would be entitled to with their own building. And the village would have a tangible " asset besides a "worn out" squad car, she concluded. Trustee Ron Wegener identified himself as the chairman of the road committee and claimed there was a program for the roads. He asserted there had been more done on them in the last two years than previously. He said the amount to be obligated for the hall represented only 10 percent of their income and was not too great a price to pay. He argued that the village hall, which he at first did not favor, was needed as a central place for all official village bodies to con­ duct meetings. Trustee Donald Peterson said he felt the proposal was rushed through. The committee work was done in less than a month and the board didn't even bother to see if money had been legally appropriated for this purpose. It could have been an illegal ex­ penditure. He added that with the mass of state code requirements for access to public buildings the preparation of the building for oc­ cupancy could be costly and time consuming. "We just can't walk into the building." Peterson warned. Trustee Ireta Jimmie said she had run for office on the platform of road improvements. She said she had talked with the state fire marshal • about the building and learned that it would require a zoning use change and a number of alterations inside with moving of walls and other structural changes. This will require state and. county permits and in­ spections. She opfiosed the proposal. Trustee Violet Abbink defended her position as an appointed (instead of elected) member of the village board. She pointed to her long history of service with the association which preceded the village. She claimed she was not that close to the president who appointed her and had opposed her on many issues. She claimed to be aware of what the road problem is, but believed the people wfro advocated spending for improvements were living in a big pipe dream. NOVEMBER 23, 1982 "The dollars needed for what you're talking about, you'll never get." she asserted. Ms. Abbink said she was appalled that people think the board was sneaking behind their backs. She claimed that board members can't divulge any actions that occur in executive sessions by state law governing meetings of public bodies. When Ms. Abbink didn't state her position on the building proposal, some audience members called out for her to nnnniiner iftrnri wondered what her presentation was all about. President Hughes quickly quieted the shouters and said she would request the police to remove them if they didn't keep quiet. She had honored their requests to speak and the board had its chance to respond. RECOMMEND ZONING REQUEST OKAY .(Continued from 1) Mathews reiterated that other parcels in the area were zoned in­ dustrial and the petition sought no zoning change in order to remain consistent with area zoning. City Attorney Bernard Narusis said, "From a technical point of view, if you convert the classification of this property, it would clearly be spot zoning." Illinois courts have, in the past, taken a dim view of spot zoning. "The city created the difference between the map and the text of the ordinance," Narusis added. If you create the conflict, you can't destroy the use of the property. That would be taking a man's property without due process of law and the Constitution won't allow that. "It wasn't created by you (the ZBA), or me, or Mr. Mathews," Narusis said. "It was created by legislative action of a predecessor council." ZBA member Robert Jessup pointed out that the variations, as requested, would not prohibit the owner, or perhaps a future owner, from expanding the east building. Nuelle said the intention was to limit the variations to the existing structures and he added that Mathews was willing to stipulate to that. "We're here asking for the relief entitled to us by the ordinance," Nuelle said. "The man only wants to continue as he has been and it's for you to say what he's doing is legal, if it burns down he can build again, and allow the new business to come in." The ZBA voted unanimously to recommend approval to the city council of three variations, which would allow professional offices at 4104 W. Elm, allow the retail and wholesale food establishment at 4102 W. Elm and allow two principal buildings on a single lot. The fourth variation was approved oh a 6 to l vote. The variation would allow this lot in the industrial zoning classification to be less than one acre minimum size required by the or­ dinance. Voting in favor were ZBA members Fred Kupstis, Hardd Semrow, Jr.; Donna Tobeck, Robert,Jessup, Annie Cuda and James «Fouse. Kay Halverson cast the sole dissenting vote. The ZBA voted unanimously io recommend denial of 4 variation which'would allow one aetached sign for each of the buildings on the lot. MUSIN' AND" MEANDERIN' (Continued from pago 1) folks whose eye for the dollar fails to realize that aesthetics play a big part in everything - even making money. We are thankful for the dismal days of November which make it very comfortable to stay inside and work. We are equally grateful when the sun breaks through, prompting us to play hookey long enough for a walk around the building. We are thankful for the years past and their memories, and equally so for the years in which we now live for their highly technical advances that make life easier and more pleasant. We are thankful to know that there is an end to everything, and that someday even the most distasteful commercial will have come to our TV screen for the last time. We are thankful for the only blessing we can think of in the face of poor train service - there are no long lines of cars congesting the city streets as they wait for the guard signals to go up. We are thankful for the fine new Christmas decorations which replace city-owned wreaths and candles that sometime ago ceased to serve their role of adding cheer. We are thankful for a 30-year-old plus typewriter which still does a respectable job of setting down our thoughts when the computers are busy - and at a fraction of the cost per word. We are thankful - for the organization of FISH, for the unsung volunteers who make it work, and for those who give. But most of all, we are thankful to a publisher who furnished us with all of Murphy's laws just as we were meeting early deadlines. We decided to follow Murphy's philosophy - "Smile, tomorrow will be worse". KAF Withdraw Zoning Request For Relocating Youth Home STATE OFFICES CLOSED All offices and facilities in the Secretary of State's office will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 25- 26, for Thanksgiving, Secretary of State Jim Edgar has announced. Edgar also reminded automobile owners with November license plate registrations that midnight Tuesday, Nq&, 30, is the deadline for displaying ttteniglf' orange I 1988 stickers upper left corner of the rear license plate. v By Joanne Springman Shaw News Media Service Because of opposition in the neigh­ borhood Youth Opportunities Unlimited of McHenry County Inc. withdrew an application for rezoning and relocating its facility to Wheeler street. "The program is based on com­ munity support, and we cannot func­ tion without 'hat support," YOU President Peg Stinespring told the Plan coi^mission and audience of more than 60 people Thursday night. "I have great respect for the program and a great deal of ad­ miration for the professionals and volunteers who make the program work. The short time they have been in Woodstock, they have been very successful from what I have been able to ascertain," said Commissioner Lee Cooney. "But I think they have made a wise decision." Commission Chairman Bob Pierce agreed with Cooney that establishing a new facility in a neighborhood where there was substantial op­ position probably wouldnot bode well for the success of the program. "We support the program, we think it's an excellent program, and we think that McHenry county needs this kind of program," said Frank Gosser, lawyer for several neighborhood residents who objected to the YOU application. "But we don't feel the program would be located appropriately in this area." There were statements of support from Bob Carlson, another neigh­ borhood resident and foster parent, Beverly Meuch, a resident in the same building where the facility is housed now, and the Rev. Clifford Redding, executive director of Woodstock Christian Care Inc., which owns that building. Carlson said he refused to sign a petition opposing the relocation, and Meuch and Redding both said there had been no major problems at the present site. After the meeting, Ms. Stinespring said about 40 residents attended an open house Monday night at the proposed site at 1001 Wheeler St., and she thought their attitude generally was favorable. But despite the open house and support at the commission meeting, Ms. Stinespring said her organization decided to withdraw its application primarily because of neighborhood opposition. She termed the number of objectors "a majority," and she said she thought people mostly were worried about the effect on property values. "They were very-well organized and they felt very strongly. We decided it would be best not to proceed at this location," said Ms. Stinespring, whose organization still faces a Dec. 31 deadline for vacating the premises. "Now we are appealing to all communities in McHenry county to help us find a place," she said. "We want to give these boys a home." The objection which Gosser filed for his clients contained petitions op­ posing the YOU application signed by more than 200 people. The document submitted by Gosser charged that: -- The zoning would be "in­ consistent with and contrary to" the intent and purpose of the city zoning ordinance; -- Property values would decrease; -- surrounding residents would "consistently and perpetually come into contact with "troubled young men;" and -- There would be a "substantial increase" in vehicular traffic in the area. Amid some controversy last year, Christian Fair Set Nov. 26-28 A Christian fair, sponsored by I Care Ministries, will be held at Parkland Junior high school, corner of Ringwood road and Rt. 120, the weekend of Nov. 26, 27 and 28. The Friday fair runs from 2 to 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 12:30 to 6 p.m. Proceeds of the fair will be used to feed the needy of the McHenry area. A very small admission charge will be made. Those who participate will enjoy games, arts and crafts, a baking contest and animal shows. There will be live music and a variety of gifts. Merchandise $1,600 Thefts In City Stores In two related incidents, more than $1,600 of merchandise was stolen in thefts reported last Friday night from Hornsby's and Video Alley. According to McHenry police, sometime between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 19, two women stole five leather coats, valued at more than $350 from Hornsby's, 4400 W. Route 120, McHenry. At 6:15 p.m., the two women walked into Video Alley, at 926 N. Front street, McHenry, and ran out with two video cassette recorders. The machines were valued dt"$l,3flp; v. An investigation into the thefts is continuing. YOU established a residential youth facility for boys on the site of the former Woodstock Children's home at 840 N. Seminary Ave. But the building is to be demolished in January to makp way for apartments for senior citizens. YOU officials were planning to relocate the facility and rent, with an option to buy, a lMrstory structure on Wheeler street, where the neigh­ borhood is largely comprised of single-family residences. YOU was established to assist county youth in returning to main­ stream society and becoming law abiding citizens. The facility on Seminary avenue houses eight boys who have been removed from their homes and referred to the program by the court. During the past year, the facility has served about 22 boys, including those youths housed on an emergency or otherwise temporary basis. 4-H News Lincoln Cloverleafs The November meeting of the Lincoln Cloverleafs was held at James C. Bush school in Johnsburg, called to order by President Kelly Brough. It was decided to participate in the Family day at West campus spon­ sored by the Drug ana Alcohol Prevention task force Dec. 5. Our club will be selling popcorn. The Dec. 13 meeting was discussed. It will be a Christmas party and will also be Grandparents' night. Leader Mrs. Freels encouraged all members to decide on their projects for the coming year. Carolyn Shine, Club Reporter BB GUN ACCIDENT Sheriff's police investigated a BB gun accident which occurred Saturday. Robert Montella of 7205 Loras lane, Wonder Lake, ac­ cidentally discharged a BB gun and the pellet entered his left middle finger. He was treated at McHenry hospital. jkiO • t Keep Cool Canned hams and picnics should be refrigerated unless di­ rections on the label specify that refrigeration is not necessary. JLMLEa CLAYWORKER'S GUILD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS L SHOW & SALE SHOW TIMES & DATES: Friday, Nov. 26 - 10:fi0 to 9:00; Saturday,\lov. 27 - 10:00 to 5:00; Sunday, Nov. 28 - 12:00 to 5:00; Thursday, Dec. 2 • 10:00 to 9:00; Friday, Dec. 3 -10:00 to 9:00; Saturday, Dec. 4 -10:00 to 5:00; Sunday, Dec. 5 -10:00 to 5:00 December 9, 10, 11, 12 - Same hours advertised above December 16, 17, 18,19 - Same hours advertised above You can purchase a unique gift that can't be duplicated - a hand crafted original work of art in a popular price range of $3.00 to $30.00. Your purchase will be made from the studio artists who made this work of art. This will be a unique opportunity for you to thoughtfully select a one-of-a-kind item for yourself, family or friend and view the largest ceramics show that will take place in McHenry County this Christmas Season. Come this weekend and talk to your 'local artists. Here are some of the names that will be showing this weekend: Bob Blue, Judy Fruin, Susan Galloway, Nanette Garcia, Debra Gust, Joyce John, Roy & Nancy Lyons, Marylynn McLaughlin, Judy Rochotte Pack, Ben Laurie Rosenfield, Dave Trumble, and Lena Wells. £ 10 % of all proceeds from this sale will go to the Woodstock Christmas Clearing House. A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION Location: Tidy's Main Showroom: 200 Washington Street Woodstock, Illinois Phone 338-1000 for additional information. All space is donated by Tidy at no charge. (jtrprim «fr Hour tkurrin^M tMt. MCC CATALCG OUTLET STORE MCC CATALOG OUTLET STORE MERMMDISt Clearance Cekh 301 W. Mon.-Tuea. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Virginia Street V Wed., Thurs., FH. CRYSTAL LAKE 9 a.m. • 8 p.m. • is in ^ Sat. 9 a .m. • 5 p .m. 815-455-0339 - Sui1i 10 a m . 3 p m Uat Cash. MC, VIM or our own Cneck Purchasing Card1 SAVING CA$H© Sale Datea Nov. 26 thru Nov. 30 --While Quantltlea Laet. Have you vlalted our atore In Wauconria? 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The Chinese dish ordered (which had been ordered many times on earlier occasions) didn't'taste right. NOT wanting to cause any commotion, and thijjfcing it was probably all rigl£. no complaint was madc^iand most of it--but not alt-was eaten. THAT night at foure.m. came the awakening. Some­ thing about that Chinese dish had indeed been wrong and stomach pain told the story. ONCE a sandwich the writer ordered was saved with a piece of broken glass inside. Several times restau­ rant food has been served with dirt or trash or a dead fly included. SO today it's very import­ ant to check closely on one's order, and if the taste isn't just right, don't eat it. This even applies to fa»t*food chains, of which there are so many today, h applies also because too many nuts are loose in today's world. KIT BY > MERI- r MOLDS 1 t o 5 CUP WARMER R f ( . 1 ) 1 A H 1 1 H ' t Golden Gleans Words are but empty thanks -Colley Cibber. 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