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Adutticide A garden hose wasn't quite enough (top photo) to put out the blase in the garage at 3802 Timothy ment. T Lane Tuesday morning. Below, fire fighters from damage Co. 1 move into the garage with heavier equip- room. City council passes mosquito abatement program 6-2 By Donna Bertulis Plaindealer editor City residents may be swat­ ting a few more mosquitoes this summer, due to the McHenry City Council's 9-2 decision to exclude adulticide spraying with malathion» from its 1984 mosquito abatement program. The decision came in response to a growing public concern about the possible health dangers acquainted with malathion. The pesticide, in concentrated form, is a poison. Many believe that chronic low dosages of the pesticide could bring on health problems for residents whose immunity systems are poor, including the sick and elderly. McHenry will continue lar- vidding {spreading of a sub­ stance on areas of standing water in an. attempt to kill mosquito larvae), but avoid adulticiding (spraying of streets and large open areas in an at­ tempt to kill flying adult mosquitoes). Alderman William Bolger (1st) left a loophole in his motion that would allow the city to reconsider "spot" adulticide spraying with • an alternative chemical, if the mosquito nuisance level is high. This chemical will likely be resmethium, a synthetic, natural derivitive of malathion which, according to Alderman Bill Busse (2nd), has been used by contractor Clarke Outdoor Spraying in other communities in consideration for "sensitive" residents. It is considered "safer", although is more ex­ pensive, he added, at $1,600 per application, as opposed to $1,200 per application for malathion. Supporters of the alternative mosquito plan included Busse, head of the "mosquito com­ mittee", who commented, "There is a question of ef- Three commended for aiding policeman Plaindealer news service Three local residents were commended Monday night at the McHenry City Council meeting for coining to the aid of a McHenry police officer. Police Chief George Pasenelli presented certificates of ap­ preciation to: Ray A. Moore of McHenry; Steven Raney of Woodstock and John C. Phipps Garage is damaged >-- • in fire A fire that broke out Tuesday morning caused extensive damage to a garage and utility room at 3802 Timothy Lane, McHenry. Shortly after 11:45 a.m., Co. 1 of the McHenry Township Fire Department was alerted to the fire at the home of Vic Oleksfyew, on Timothy Lane. Upon arrival, fire fighters found smoke coming from the garage and house. Chris Bennett, deputy chief, said Oleksijew was working on the gas tank of a vehicle in the closed garage when the fire broke out. Apparently, fumes from spilled gasoline were ignited by a nearby furnace or water heater. Oleksijew was taken by ambulance to McHenry Hospital for examination and treatment of minor injuries. He was treated and released. Bennett said the garage and utility room were damaged by fire and smoke damage was evident throughout the house. of Wonder Lake, on behalf of the McHenry Police Officers Assn. According to Pasenelli, the three men helped Officer Jef- fery Foerster in a struggle which ensued when a man was being arrested. The policeman was called to a McHenry business on a com­ plaint of a suspicious person. The subject reportedly turned and attacked the arresting of­ ficer. "The officer was being overpowered and these men helped restrain the subject," said the police chief. "Due to the tact of these three citizens an arrest was made. In today's society, that's what it's all about." fectiveness of (malathion) adulticiding from a cost point of view. Each application at $1,200 is buying us about one night of protecttfn." Alderman Cecilia Serritella (4th) . also agreed with the motion, saying, "lam in support of any natural chemical. It may not be as effective, but less harmful. We have to care about a resident's health. Either we should not adulticide at all or use a chemical that is more acceptable to the majority of our residents." Alderman Frank McClatchey (3rd), termed the adulticide spraying with malathion a "waste of the taxpayers' money." Aldermen Ed Datz (2nd) and Liz Nolan (1st), however, voted against the motion, largely due to a concern about adequate spraying in park areas for Fiesta Days or softball leagues. "I am sorry to hear that motion," said Datz. I've lived here before and after the mosquito program was started, and conditions are far more desirable since we had the program. I think if we give up adulticiding altogether, it's a foolish move." Director of Parks and Recreation Pete Merkel was clearly disappointed in the decision. "Two of our biggest (mosquito) problem areas are Knox Park and Petersen Park, where we have the pool and spectator sports. When it gets to a certain time of the evening, it's tremendous (the mosquito nuisance). They swarm all over you." "We've had them (Clarke) spray on special occasions, and I've seen it work. Adulticiding to me, seemed to be the answer." Mosquito abatement is a major expense incurred by the city council each year. Clarke Outdoor Spraying, the company generally contracted for jobs throughout the county, claimed $20,617 from the city council's budget last year. This year's contract with Clarice will be considerably less, due to a cost-sharing agreement with McHenry Township, which has entered the mosquito abatement program for the first year. This year, the City of McHenry will pay $1,800, half of the contract cost for spraying McHenry Township; and $3,900 for those parts of Nunda Township located within the city limits. Nunda Township government has no mosquito abatement program. "Spot" adulticide sprayings, if used, will probably cost an additional $ 1,600 per application. The city council allocated $12,000 for mosquito abatement from revenue sharing funds this year. Financial activities claim majority of District 156 board matters By Marion Olsen Plaindealer news service District 156 financial activities were fast-paced at a recent board meeting, as tea school tttKftf approved flBppty fUr- chases for the 1984-85 school year. While spending necessary funds, the district also sought funding for several projects.. On the receiving end, the boarfl approved an ongoing Chapter I Application for a Remedial Reading program. The program consists of classes of 10 to 15 students meeting 50 minutes each day to improve reading comprehension and vocabulary development. A second one-time * grant application called a Chapter 2 Competitive grant was presented by Asst. Supt. Norb Wolter. Calling it "Increasing Guided Writing Practice", Wolter said the project would provide $44,978 to establish writing coordinators on released time in each building. In­ structors Sue Zimmerman and Gloria Burke would provide in- service training to teachers in other disciplines to foster good writing skills for students in all study areas, not just English. Board member Steve Cuda questioned losing "two good teachers" to quasi- administrative activities. Wolter responded that the need to pass on the skills of excellent teachers to others must be considered as implementing the board's "Challenge for Ex­ cellence" program. Board member Judith Zid noted that excellent teachers may not be satisfied to continue in the same teaching mold in­ definitely. Alluding to the Master Teacher concept, she suggested that teachers be encouraged to expand in the district's system, rather than leave to obtain more interesting posts. Later, Cuda informed the Plaindealav that, since the wttidistributed at the meeting, he had no time to study it properly. He said he was concerned about it and feels the board should be involved in changes, as outlined in the application, that take teachers away from fulltime teaching positions. Board President Edward "Ned" Neumann had indicated that implementation of board policies should be left to ^he administration. Cuda took issue with him in this instance. At the close of his presen­ tation, Wolter noted the ap­ plication will be in competition with a number of other schools. The grant covers one year's funding. In planning for the 1984-85, bids totalling more than $77,600 were accepted from various suppliers ranging from bread and milk and custodial supplies to departmental equipment and materials. Further, the board approved expenditures recommended by the building committee to renovate parts of East and West Campuses with items including new shades, carpeting, air conditioners, maintenance equipmment, draperies, paint and ladders. East Campus costs will be $11,192 and West Cam­ pus, $14,357. The board also authorized the administration to look into an energy audit to find ways to lower operating costs. In old business, the board voted to rescind the approval of a non-school-sponsored trip to lfttota* and to ask that parents of students taking the trip sign a disclaimer absolving the district of responsibility. After last month's meeting, the board sought the school board attorney's advice on giving board approval to non- school-sponsored activities. The attorney recommended the actions taken at the most recent meeting. School administrators will continue to check out the reputation of the tour companies involved in any such trips. Board President Neumann indicated the board did not disapprove of the trips, but has an obligation to protect the district and taxpayers against possible lawsuits. Other non-school-sponsored trips will be treated ac­ cordingly. A canoe trip is planned this summer and a European trip is being con­ sidered in 1985. In related action, the board approved a school-sponsored camping trip to Dodgeville, Wis. for 15 school store workers under the sponsorship of In­ structor Gail Rock-Howard. The group will be accompanied by four adults. Following an executive session, the board voted to expel a student for the remainder of the semester for possession of marijuana with intention to sell it. Police investigate death ^ Plaindealer photo* by Anthony Oliver ment. The fire was quickly controlled and fire was limited to the garage and a small City offices to close for holiday Due to the Memorial Day weekend, McHenry city offices will be closed Saturday, May 26, and Monday, May 28. Offices include the city clerk's office, public works, mayor's office and parks department. The McHenry Police Department will remain open during regular hours throughout the holiday. McHenry Police are in­ vestigating the death of a McHenry man at his home Monday morning. Daryl Licastro, of 1603 North Ave., McHenry, was found dead near a car in the garage at the residence by family members at about 10:13 a.m. Mav 21. licastro was 27-years-ola. McHenry Police Chief George Pasenelli said the department was awaiting the results of an autopsy, however, no foul play is suspected. Marlene Lantz, chief deputy coroner for McHenry County, said an inquest will be held at a later date. A look inside. . . 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