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SF.T:NO> 2. R %«;>: 2. RI. \IMII; Hi.IMIKIIAI.II. « KIMKSIIAI . FKHUI AH^ 1.1.1'WS Legislators laud new state program Sandwich shop asks for zoning amendment By MarkBaus PUtmtoaler HcraM New* Service "A bold, positive initiative" were the words used by two McHenry • County state legislators and a local govern­ ment liaison official to describe Governor James Thompson's new "Build Illinois" economic, environmental and educational development program. Steven Aavang of Woodstock, executive director of the Mayors and Managers Conference of DuPage County, who has been asked to serve on the governor's "Build Illinois" committee, said he views the plan as a positive step toward building a new economic foundation for the state. "The true benefit of the plan will be long-term," Aavang said. "When you go and sell the state to businesses, they see inadequate roads and railroads and schools. This plan creates the ability to attract industry." The five-year, $2.3 billion plan is aimed at improving Illinois roads, bridges, housing, the environment, public buildings and the state's general economic climate. The plan includes $1.3 billion for business loans; improvements in the state's university facilities; enhancing vocational education at the high school level; and improving sewer and water treatment systems. State Rep. Dick Klemm (It- Crystal Lake) said he is pleased that the governor is addressing the future problems and goals of the state. "Often government reacts from crisis to crisis. This plan gives us a foundation, a blueprint for our future," Klemm said. Klemm noted that the plan will have a direct effect on McHenry County. "I'm certain we will be aided through library assistance, improved science equiptment for high schools and home building. All of those will have an impact in the county," Klemm explained. Klemm was also optimistic about the $337 million proposed for sewer and water treatment improvements in the state. "There are three or four communities right here in my constituency that are in need of new sewer systems. Those improvements will free up new incentives to attract businesses to the areas," Klemm said.] "This is over and above what the state is normally doing. I'm very enthusiastic about the plan," he added. McHenry County's state senator, Jack Schaffer (R- Cary), said the proposed plan will clear up some miscon­ ceptions about the state. "There has be&i a perception that Illinois has become part of the 'rust belt'; that we had a good past, but the future of the state isn't that promising, That is a misconception, but, with the 'Build Illinois' 'plan, Illinois will become one of the most economically viable states in the country," Schaffer said. "This will send signals that Illinois is a good place to live. "What the state has been doing basically is passing out federal funds. Those funds are going to be cut to balance the budget. While other states are just going to drop some programs, we will be able to finance programs like sewer improvements," Schaffer ad­ ded. Funding for '.he proposed plan will come from a proposed soft drink tax and a 5 percent tax on the sale of used cars between private individuals. Schaffer said that, although some of the "Build Illinois" proposals are already funded through existing programs, he has some questions about the specifics of funding. "I'm quite interested in getting a more detailed break­ down of the funding," Schaffer said. Schaffer also said that he was surprised to see the plan receive initial bipartisan support. He noted that the Democratic speaker of the house, Michael Madigan, commented that the plan was "the best thing since sliced bread." "Many of my colleagues on the other side of the floor like to say that this is the type of public works program that they have been pulling for all along," Schaffer said. "The major difference betweeh their proposals and this one is that job creation will come from the private sector. The public works programs designed to create jobs that have had traditional Democratic support are only short-term solutions. This will have a positive long-term ef­ fect." A petition has been filed for hearing before the McHenry County Zoning Board of Appeals by petitioner Little John's Sandwich Shop, Inc., an Illinois Corporation, for an amendment to the McHenry County Zoning Ordinance from "B-l", neigh­ borhood business to "B-2" liquor business with variations to permit construction pf an ad­ dition to the existing building, and off-street parking requirements, also. The -property is located in Nunda Township approximately at the northeast corner of Illinois Routes 176 and 31, Crystal Lake, -illinois and consists of approximately 0.525 acres. The hearing on the petition will be held on Feb. 20, at 2 p.m., in R<»om 203 of the McHenry County Courthouse,'2200 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock. All those who are interested may appear and be heard. Sheep raising school to begin Individuals interested in raising sheep are invited to attend the Lamb-Pak Sheep Management School. The in­ troductory workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 15 at the First Congregational Church in Huntley. Members of the McHenry- Lake Lamb and Wool Producer's Association will conduct the school which will include discussions on animal selection and care, management schedules, processing and marketing, and feed rations and weight control. Additional information may be obtained from the McHenry County Cooperative Extension Service, (815) 338-3737 or 338- 4747. 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