Sergeants Gregory Pyle and Sergeant Anthony Penna of the McHenry County Sheriff's office recently successfully completed a ten week course in the School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) at Northwestern University, Evanston. This program was implemented by the Center for Public Safety in 1983 and has graduated over 10,000 students both nationally and internationally.
The School of Police Staff and Command provides upper-level college instruction in a total of twenty-two core or mandatory blocks of instruction and utilizes nine additional optional blocks of instruction during each session.
The major topics of study include: management and Management Theory, Organizational Behavior, Human Resources for Law Enforcement, Budgeting, Staffing Allocation and Personnel Deployment. Each student is academically challenged through a total of 18 written examinations, projects, and quizzes in addition to two research papers, that are a required part of the curriculum. Upon successful completion, students may be awarded a total of eight units of undergraduate credit from Northwestern University.
The Center for Public Safety was established at Northwestern University in 1936 with the specific goal of expanding university-based education and training for the Law Enforcement Community. Since its inception, the Center has broadened its original objective and now provides a variety of courses and programs INS the area of Police Training, Management Training, and Executive Development.
Many of the program's graduates do go on to achieve a variety of leadership positions within their respective agencies. Currently over 750 graduates hold the title of Chief of Police and 39 of the 50 Directors of State Police Agencies are also graduates of this program.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Friday, July 2, 2010
MCC Trustees Changed Officers; Decided On Contract Offer For New College President
McHenry County College Board of Trustees held a rather heated meeting this morning which resulted in a change of board officers and a decision to offer Dr. Vicky Smith a contract to be President of McHenry County College with a salary offer of $195,000 per year.
Dr. Smith, originally from Decatur, IL, currently serving as President of Neosha County (Kansas) Community College was the choice of the board from three finalists which were presented to the public in three seperate sessions.
Prior to the decision on Dr. Smith, the board held a rather contentious discussion regarding reorganization of the Board with the result that Trustee Mary Miller, currently Vice-Chair, was elected by her fellow board members as Chair of the Board and Trustee Bob DeWitt was elected vice-chair.
Three months ago the usual annual re-organization of the board resulted in unanimously re-electing George Lowe as Chairman and Miller as Vice-Chair.
Discussion also ensued this morning about notifying other board members. The student trustee has always been considered a part of the board. In this instance Student Trustee Cody Sheriff questioned why he was not informed of the planned change in the Chairmanship of the board. Apologies were offered for not informing him.
Dr. Smith, originally from Decatur, IL, currently serving as President of Neosha County (Kansas) Community College was the choice of the board from three finalists which were presented to the public in three seperate sessions.
Prior to the decision on Dr. Smith, the board held a rather contentious discussion regarding reorganization of the Board with the result that Trustee Mary Miller, currently Vice-Chair, was elected by her fellow board members as Chair of the Board and Trustee Bob DeWitt was elected vice-chair.
Three months ago the usual annual re-organization of the board resulted in unanimously re-electing George Lowe as Chairman and Miller as Vice-Chair.
Discussion also ensued this morning about notifying other board members. The student trustee has always been considered a part of the board. In this instance Student Trustee Cody Sheriff questioned why he was not informed of the planned change in the Chairmanship of the board. Apologies were offered for not informing him.
McHenry County Health Department Schedules A Shingles Clinic July 28
If you are aged 60 or older and have previously had chickenpox or shingles, McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) recommends residents make an appointment to receive the shingles vaccine. A clinic has been scheduled for Wednesday July 28, from 8:30am-11am, at its Crystal Lake office, 100 N. Virginia Street (one block south of Routes 14 and 176). Appointments are required. The cost is $200 (cash or check accepted); Medicaid is accepted.
Although half of the 1 million new shingles cases each year are in people over 60, only 1.9% of older adults have received protection from the painful condition, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It recommends a single dose of the vaccine for adults aged 60 and older to help prevent new shingles cases and reduce the pain associated with the virus. Shingles is a painful skin rash often accompanied by blisters appearing on one side of the body and can last 2-4 weeks. It is caused by the Varicella Zoster virus – the same virus that causes chickenpox. Shingles is more commonly found in people 50 years of age and older who have already had chickenpox or the chickenpox vaccine. In rare instances, shingles can lead to pneumonia, hearing problems, blindness, brain inflammation (encephalitis), or death.
Shingles is not contagious; however, a person who has never had chickenpox or the chickenpox vaccine could get chickenpox from someone with shingles. A person with shingles blisters should avoid contact with anyone with a weak immune system, newborns and pregnant women.
As with any vaccine, people with special health considerations should contact their physician before receiving the shingles vaccine. Call 815-334-4500 to make an appointment. Visit www.mcdh.info for more information.
Although half of the 1 million new shingles cases each year are in people over 60, only 1.9% of older adults have received protection from the painful condition, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It recommends a single dose of the vaccine for adults aged 60 and older to help prevent new shingles cases and reduce the pain associated with the virus. Shingles is a painful skin rash often accompanied by blisters appearing on one side of the body and can last 2-4 weeks. It is caused by the Varicella Zoster virus – the same virus that causes chickenpox. Shingles is more commonly found in people 50 years of age and older who have already had chickenpox or the chickenpox vaccine. In rare instances, shingles can lead to pneumonia, hearing problems, blindness, brain inflammation (encephalitis), or death.
Shingles is not contagious; however, a person who has never had chickenpox or the chickenpox vaccine could get chickenpox from someone with shingles. A person with shingles blisters should avoid contact with anyone with a weak immune system, newborns and pregnant women.
As with any vaccine, people with special health considerations should contact their physician before receiving the shingles vaccine. Call 815-334-4500 to make an appointment. Visit www.mcdh.info for more information.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Health Department Posts New Beach Sampling Results
McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) conducted beach water samplings at licensed beaches on Wednesday, June 30. Results are as follows--
CLOSED:
Dorothy Court, 211 Dorothy Court, Island Lake
Morrison Park Beach, 100 Lakeshore, Lily Lake
Wonder Woods 4, 5200 Wonder Woods Drive, Wonder Lake
ADVISORY
Lake Park Beach, 300 Lake Shore Drive, Crystal Lake
Indian Trails, Woods Creek Lake, Lake in the Hills
Indian Ridge 2 North, 4519-4603 NE Lake Shore Drive, Wonder Lake
Sunrise Ridge, 3800 West Lake Shore Drive, Wonder Lake
THURSDAY SAMPLE RESULTS AVAILABLE FRIDAY.
To prevent illness associated with swimming, all licensed beaches on the 13 lakes in McHenry County are tested every 2 weeks for E. coli throughout the summer to determine water quality. Additional and more frequent sampling is done when elevated bacterial levels are found. The Department recommends refraining from swimming at least 2-3 days after heavy rainfall.
Water sampling results are reported to the appropriate beach authorities. Beaches that require an advisory or closing are posted with signs by MCDH. All beach water results and locations are readily available at the Department’s webpage, by phone 815-334-4585 or e-mail
CLOSED:
Dorothy Court, 211 Dorothy Court, Island Lake
Morrison Park Beach, 100 Lakeshore, Lily Lake
Wonder Woods 4, 5200 Wonder Woods Drive, Wonder Lake
ADVISORY
Lake Park Beach, 300 Lake Shore Drive, Crystal Lake
Indian Trails, Woods Creek Lake, Lake in the Hills
Indian Ridge 2 North, 4519-4603 NE Lake Shore Drive, Wonder Lake
Sunrise Ridge, 3800 West Lake Shore Drive, Wonder Lake
THURSDAY SAMPLE RESULTS AVAILABLE FRIDAY.
To prevent illness associated with swimming, all licensed beaches on the 13 lakes in McHenry County are tested every 2 weeks for E. coli throughout the summer to determine water quality. Additional and more frequent sampling is done when elevated bacterial levels are found. The Department recommends refraining from swimming at least 2-3 days after heavy rainfall.
Water sampling results are reported to the appropriate beach authorities. Beaches that require an advisory or closing are posted with signs by MCDH. All beach water results and locations are readily available at the Department’s webpage, by phone 815-334-4585 or e-mail
Rabid Bats in Mc Henry County
A fourth rabid bat for this year is reported by the McHenry County Health Department. However, the good side of this incident is there was no human exposure.
What to do if a rabid bat is found
Contain the bat in a room, under a bucket or blanket and keep people away from it. Testing bats for rabies requires they be in good condition, either alive or recently deceased. Specimens that are in good condition and test negative for rabies eliminates the need for rabies treatment. Please contact the McHenry County Animal Control immediately at 815-459-8222.
The State Health Department has reported 32 rabid bats state-wide. Lake, Kane, Cook and Will Counties are among those reporting these rabid incidents in 2010 in addition to central and southern counties.
Avoid Exposure
The best way to avoid rabies is to avoid exposure. Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus that attacks the central nervous system and can only be confirmed in a laboratory. Residents are encouraged to take a “hands off” approach to wild animals to reduce their risk of exposure. Parents also need to educate their children of the dangers.
Keeping pets up to date with vaccinations will not only keep them from getting rabies but also provide a barrier of protection for you if your animal is bitten by a rabid animal. Most bats leave in the fall or winter to hibernate so these are the best times to "bat-proof" your home.
A bat that is active by day, found in a place where bats are not usually seen (such as in your home, in a swimming pool or on the lawn) or is unable to fly, is more likely than others to be rabid. To learn more about rabies prevention, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at
Questions about exposure should be directed to MCDH’s Communicable Disease Program at 815-334-4500.
What to do if a rabid bat is found
Contain the bat in a room, under a bucket or blanket and keep people away from it. Testing bats for rabies requires they be in good condition, either alive or recently deceased. Specimens that are in good condition and test negative for rabies eliminates the need for rabies treatment. Please contact the McHenry County Animal Control immediately at 815-459-8222.
The State Health Department has reported 32 rabid bats state-wide. Lake, Kane, Cook and Will Counties are among those reporting these rabid incidents in 2010 in addition to central and southern counties.
Avoid Exposure
The best way to avoid rabies is to avoid exposure. Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus that attacks the central nervous system and can only be confirmed in a laboratory. Residents are encouraged to take a “hands off” approach to wild animals to reduce their risk of exposure. Parents also need to educate their children of the dangers.
Keeping pets up to date with vaccinations will not only keep them from getting rabies but also provide a barrier of protection for you if your animal is bitten by a rabid animal. Most bats leave in the fall or winter to hibernate so these are the best times to "bat-proof" your home.
A bat that is active by day, found in a place where bats are not usually seen (such as in your home, in a swimming pool or on the lawn) or is unable to fly, is more likely than others to be rabid. To learn more about rabies prevention, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at
Questions about exposure should be directed to MCDH’s Communicable Disease Program at 815-334-4500.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Legislative Committee of McHenry County Housing Commission Meets Thursday
The Legislative Committee of the Housing Commission is meeting Thursday, July 1 from 4:00 – 5:00 pm in the County Administration Building, Conference Room A. The agenda calls for selection of a committee chair and discussion of a work plan for the committee.
U.S. House Subcommittee Approves $170 Million to Buy and Use Thomson as Stand Alone Federal Prison
Bill prohibits use of any federal funds to house GITMO terrorists at NW IL prison
A U.S. House appropriations subcommittee voted late Tuesday to give the federal Bureau of Prisons $170 million to purchase the Thomson Correctional Center in northwest Illinois and run it as a stand alone federal prison.
The bill, approved by the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice and Science, specifically prohibits any federal funds from being used to move terrorists incarcerated at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba (GITMO) to Thomson. The funding must still be approved by the full Appropriations Committee and the full House and Senate before it is sent to the President for his signature.
“This is good news for those like me who would like to see Thomson open as a federal prison without the GITMO terrorists," says Congressman Don Manzullo-R-IL . "This funding would allow the Bureau of Prisons to fully utilize Thomson as a federal prison housing up to 2,600 federal inmates, relieving the prison system’s massive overcrowding and providing much-needed jobs for the region,” Manzullo said. “We are at the beginning of the funding process and things can change, but we are in a good position now that the funding is in the bill at the beginning.”
For years, Manzullo has supported opening the now vacant Thomson Correctional Center as a stand alone state or federal prison. It has been heavily underutilized since it opened in 2001.
President Obama announced last November that he wanted to purchase Thomson and use it jointly as a federal prison and a new home for the al-Qaeda terrorists at GITMO. Manzullo was concerned the controversial GITMO portion of the proposal would swamp efforts to open Thomson as a federal prison and create much needed jobs for the people of northwest Illinois. Manzullo asked the President in a November letter to separate the issues and was relieved when he received a letter back from the Administration in March stating they planned to purchase and open Thomson as a federal prison even if they could not get authorization from Congress to move the GITMO terrorists there.
Since then, Congress has recognized the mood of the American people and has taken several actions to prevent the move of the GITMO terrorists to Thomson. In late May, the House voted 282 to 131 (with 114 Democrats joining 168 Republicans) for an amendment to the FY 2010 Department of Defense Authorization bill (H.R. 5136) to prohibit the Administration from bringing any GITMO terrorists into the United States. Five Illinois Democrats joined all Illinois Republicans in supporting the amendment, which would keep the terrorists out of Illinois. And in the Senate, members of the Armed Services Committee voted to strip money from the base bill that would have funded moving the terrorists to Thomson.
A U.S. House appropriations subcommittee voted late Tuesday to give the federal Bureau of Prisons $170 million to purchase the Thomson Correctional Center in northwest Illinois and run it as a stand alone federal prison.
The bill, approved by the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice and Science, specifically prohibits any federal funds from being used to move terrorists incarcerated at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba (GITMO) to Thomson. The funding must still be approved by the full Appropriations Committee and the full House and Senate before it is sent to the President for his signature.
“This is good news for those like me who would like to see Thomson open as a federal prison without the GITMO terrorists," says Congressman Don Manzullo-R-IL . "This funding would allow the Bureau of Prisons to fully utilize Thomson as a federal prison housing up to 2,600 federal inmates, relieving the prison system’s massive overcrowding and providing much-needed jobs for the region,” Manzullo said. “We are at the beginning of the funding process and things can change, but we are in a good position now that the funding is in the bill at the beginning.”
For years, Manzullo has supported opening the now vacant Thomson Correctional Center as a stand alone state or federal prison. It has been heavily underutilized since it opened in 2001.
President Obama announced last November that he wanted to purchase Thomson and use it jointly as a federal prison and a new home for the al-Qaeda terrorists at GITMO. Manzullo was concerned the controversial GITMO portion of the proposal would swamp efforts to open Thomson as a federal prison and create much needed jobs for the people of northwest Illinois. Manzullo asked the President in a November letter to separate the issues and was relieved when he received a letter back from the Administration in March stating they planned to purchase and open Thomson as a federal prison even if they could not get authorization from Congress to move the GITMO terrorists there.
Since then, Congress has recognized the mood of the American people and has taken several actions to prevent the move of the GITMO terrorists to Thomson. In late May, the House voted 282 to 131 (with 114 Democrats joining 168 Republicans) for an amendment to the FY 2010 Department of Defense Authorization bill (H.R. 5136) to prohibit the Administration from bringing any GITMO terrorists into the United States. Five Illinois Democrats joined all Illinois Republicans in supporting the amendment, which would keep the terrorists out of Illinois. And in the Senate, members of the Armed Services Committee voted to strip money from the base bill that would have funded moving the terrorists to Thomson.
MCC Trustees Meeting In Special Session Friday
A decision on a President for McHenry County College may be announced Friday, July 2.
The College Board of Trustees has announced a Special Meeting for 10:00 am on Friday. The agenda provided includes Election of Officers, Action on Presidential Search, Closed Session, and Summary Comments by Trustees.
The College Board of Trustees has announced a Special Meeting for 10:00 am on Friday. The agenda provided includes Election of Officers, Action on Presidential Search, Closed Session, and Summary Comments by Trustees.
Investigation Underway Into Several Wonder Lake Burglaries
The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office and Crime Stoppers of McHenry County are seeking the public’s help in finding the person or persons responsible for several residential burglaries which have occurred in unincorporated Wonder Lake.
During the past several weeks, entry has been gained into numerous attached garages in the 7400 block of MacArthur Avenue and 5100 block of E. Lakeshore Drive. Taken in the burglaries were a generator, compound miter saw, sawzall, cordless drill, weed eater, line trimmer, chainsaw, welder, pneumatic nailer, reciprocating saw, and other miscellaneous tools.
The Sheriff’s Office encourages residents to notify their local police department or Sheriff’s Office when they observe suspicious activities or persons in their neighborhood. When making notification, try to provide Telecommunicators with as much detail as possible of the vehicle(s) and subject(s) including the vehicle license plates information.
As a precaution, remember to lock your vehicle and residence at all times. When going on vacation this summer, notify the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office so we can do a “Vacation House Watch.”
The Sheriff's Department encourages anyone with information regarding this investigation to contact either the Crime Stoppers of McHenry County at 1-800-762-STOP (7867), The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office at (815) 338-2144, or the tip line email address; TipLine@co.mchenry.il.us. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000.00 for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the offender(s). Crime Stoppers does not use caller ID.
During the past several weeks, entry has been gained into numerous attached garages in the 7400 block of MacArthur Avenue and 5100 block of E. Lakeshore Drive. Taken in the burglaries were a generator, compound miter saw, sawzall, cordless drill, weed eater, line trimmer, chainsaw, welder, pneumatic nailer, reciprocating saw, and other miscellaneous tools.
The Sheriff’s Office encourages residents to notify their local police department or Sheriff’s Office when they observe suspicious activities or persons in their neighborhood. When making notification, try to provide Telecommunicators with as much detail as possible of the vehicle(s) and subject(s) including the vehicle license plates information.
As a precaution, remember to lock your vehicle and residence at all times. When going on vacation this summer, notify the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office so we can do a “Vacation House Watch.”
The Sheriff's Department encourages anyone with information regarding this investigation to contact either the Crime Stoppers of McHenry County at 1-800-762-STOP (7867), The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office at (815) 338-2144, or the tip line email address; TipLine@co.mchenry.il.us. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000.00 for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the offender(s). Crime Stoppers does not use caller ID.
MCC Has Help For Using Microsoft Computer Programs
The McHenry County College Shah Center offers instructor-led, hands-on computer training with access to the most up-to-date techniques and standards in business and industry. These programs are located at the Shah Center, 4100 W. Shamrock Lane in McHenry. To register, call (815) 455-8588. For skill level information, call (815) 455-8593.
Monday, July 12
Word 2003 Basic
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Microsoft Word is a powerful authoring program that gives you the ability to create and share documents by combining a comprehensive set of writing tools. Cost: $155, using course ID: NTCS84001 when registering
Tuesday, July 13
Excel 2003 Intermediate
8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (continued July 15): Microsoft Office Excel: is a powerful tool you can use to create and format spreadsheets, and analyze and share information to make more informed decisions. Cost: $155. Register with course ID: NTCS45001.
Tuesday, July 13
Microsoft Office 2007 Tips and Tricks
5:30-7 p.m. Students will learn the common commands and shortcuts shared by the core programs that make up Office 2007. Basic and advanced topics in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook will be demonstrated as well as the new Office 2007 button and ribbon, the quick access toolbar, the status bar, the mini toolbar and application options dialogue. Cost is $20, using ID: NTC S39 001 when registering.
Friday, July 23
Excel 2007 Intermediate
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Microsoft Office Excel: is a powerful tool you can use to create and format spreadsheets, and analyze and share information to make more informed decisions. Cost: $155. Register with course ID: NTCS5001.
Monday, July 12
Word 2003 Basic
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Microsoft Word is a powerful authoring program that gives you the ability to create and share documents by combining a comprehensive set of writing tools. Cost: $155, using course ID: NTCS84001 when registering
Tuesday, July 13
Excel 2003 Intermediate
8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (continued July 15): Microsoft Office Excel: is a powerful tool you can use to create and format spreadsheets, and analyze and share information to make more informed decisions. Cost: $155. Register with course ID: NTCS45001.
Tuesday, July 13
Microsoft Office 2007 Tips and Tricks
5:30-7 p.m. Students will learn the common commands and shortcuts shared by the core programs that make up Office 2007. Basic and advanced topics in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook will be demonstrated as well as the new Office 2007 button and ribbon, the quick access toolbar, the status bar, the mini toolbar and application options dialogue. Cost is $20, using ID: NTC S39 001 when registering.
Friday, July 23
Excel 2007 Intermediate
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Microsoft Office Excel: is a powerful tool you can use to create and format spreadsheets, and analyze and share information to make more informed decisions. Cost: $155. Register with course ID: NTCS5001.
Crystal Lake District 47 Board Ratifies Three-Year Teacher Contract
A District 47 teacher contract was ratified by the Board during a 12-minute meeting Tuesday evening. The vote was six in favor on one abstention by member Rob Routzahn, whose wife is a teacher for the district. He explained prior to the vote that he would abstain for that reason, but he does favor the contract. The contract covers a period from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2013 and is very satisfactory to both sides.
As explained by Board President Dave Hubbard, it required some give and take by both sides but the end result is a document that pleases both sides. Due to the current day economics it was necessary to be as frugal as possible. However, the board has been frugal for a number of years with a reserve set aside for a "rainy day" such as this.
From the teachers' standpoint, it was noted that many of them understand too well the current day economics as many of their spouses have been laid off or their earning power reduced.
It was also noted that the State is of little financial help with a $13 billion deficit in its own budget.
As explained by Board President Dave Hubbard, it required some give and take by both sides but the end result is a document that pleases both sides. Due to the current day economics it was necessary to be as frugal as possible. However, the board has been frugal for a number of years with a reserve set aside for a "rainy day" such as this.
From the teachers' standpoint, it was noted that many of them understand too well the current day economics as many of their spouses have been laid off or their earning power reduced.
It was also noted that the State is of little financial help with a $13 billion deficit in its own budget.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Master's Garden Walk In Less Than Two Weeks
Saturday, July 10 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Tour the McHenry County Master Gardeners' Demonstration Garden at MCC.
Hear Gardenfest 2010 keynote speaker from Trudi Temple's gardens.
View six other unique, private gardens clustered in Southern McHenry County.
Ask Master Gardeners your specific gardening questions.
Enjoy the gardens at your own pace on this self-guided tour.
Purchase plants from the Master Gardeners' own gardens at MCC's Demo Garden (as long as supplies last).
All gardens will be open for viewing from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ticket Information
Tickets are available the day of the walk at the Master Gardeners' Demonstration Garden at MCC ($15 after June 25).
Questions
For information, call (815) 479-7570 or email mccconferencecenter@mchenry.edu.
Tour the McHenry County Master Gardeners' Demonstration Garden at MCC.
Hear Gardenfest 2010 keynote speaker from Trudi Temple's gardens.
View six other unique, private gardens clustered in Southern McHenry County.
Ask Master Gardeners your specific gardening questions.
Enjoy the gardens at your own pace on this self-guided tour.
Purchase plants from the Master Gardeners' own gardens at MCC's Demo Garden (as long as supplies last).
All gardens will be open for viewing from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ticket Information
Tickets are available the day of the walk at the Master Gardeners' Demonstration Garden at MCC ($15 after June 25).
Questions
For information, call (815) 479-7570 or email mccconferencecenter@mchenry.edu.
Government At Work
High School District 155 Board Meeting This Evening
High School District 155 Board of Education will meet in a Special Meeting this evening beginning at 6:30 pm in the Center for Education, One South Virginia Road, Crystal Lake.
The only item on the agenda is Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance, Resignation, or dismissal of Employee (Section C1 of the Open Meetings Act) Therefore the Board will be meeting in Closed Session for consideration of this matter. Any possible action is to be in Open Session.
McHenry County Board of Health Meeting
McHenry County Board of Health meets at 7:00 pm this evening in Annex A of McHenry County Government Center 2200 N. Seminary Avenue, Woodstock.
The Board will be interviewing applicants for an Environmental Health Advisory Committee prior to handling other matters.
Collective Bargaining Agreements for the Veterinary Public Health Division is on the agenda along with McCullom Lake water sampling results.
Tuesday, June 29
Crystal Lake District 47 School Board will meeting Tuesday at 7:00 pm in the C.O.R.E Center, 300 Commerce Drive, Crystal Lake.
Only one agenda item is schedules, Approval of 2010-2013 Teachers Contract.
Wednesday, June 30
McHenry County Community Block Grant commission is hold a special meeting Wednesday 8:15 am to consider CDBG Allocation Reductions as well as other business if appropriate and necessary.
Thursday, July 1
McHenry County Board Planning and Development Committee is meeting beginning at 8:30 am. That agenda includes a presentation by Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning, better know as CMAP Deputy Executive Director Gordon Smith on a draft Go To 2040 Plan. A review of the draft plan is requested with comment to CMAP by August 6.
Also to be considered is a Groundwater Monitoring Ordinance to be used to monitor and protect ground water at earth materials extraction sites. Some changes in the existing ordinance are proposed, largely regarding the frequency with which the sites will be required to provide groundwater testing results.
Consideration is also to be given to developing an administrative adjudication process as part of a plan to revise and consolidate the county planning and development ordinances into a Unified Development Ordinance along with a modernized Permit Management System.
Crystal Lake Park District
The Board meeting scheduled for this date is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is July 15.
High School District 155 Board of Education will meet in a Special Meeting this evening beginning at 6:30 pm in the Center for Education, One South Virginia Road, Crystal Lake.
The only item on the agenda is Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance, Resignation, or dismissal of Employee (Section C1 of the Open Meetings Act) Therefore the Board will be meeting in Closed Session for consideration of this matter. Any possible action is to be in Open Session.
McHenry County Board of Health Meeting
McHenry County Board of Health meets at 7:00 pm this evening in Annex A of McHenry County Government Center 2200 N. Seminary Avenue, Woodstock.
The Board will be interviewing applicants for an Environmental Health Advisory Committee prior to handling other matters.
Collective Bargaining Agreements for the Veterinary Public Health Division is on the agenda along with McCullom Lake water sampling results.
Tuesday, June 29
Crystal Lake District 47 School Board will meeting Tuesday at 7:00 pm in the C.O.R.E Center, 300 Commerce Drive, Crystal Lake.
Only one agenda item is schedules, Approval of 2010-2013 Teachers Contract.
Wednesday, June 30
McHenry County Community Block Grant commission is hold a special meeting Wednesday 8:15 am to consider CDBG Allocation Reductions as well as other business if appropriate and necessary.
Thursday, July 1
McHenry County Board Planning and Development Committee is meeting beginning at 8:30 am. That agenda includes a presentation by Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning, better know as CMAP Deputy Executive Director Gordon Smith on a draft Go To 2040 Plan. A review of the draft plan is requested with comment to CMAP by August 6.
Also to be considered is a Groundwater Monitoring Ordinance to be used to monitor and protect ground water at earth materials extraction sites. Some changes in the existing ordinance are proposed, largely regarding the frequency with which the sites will be required to provide groundwater testing results.
Consideration is also to be given to developing an administrative adjudication process as part of a plan to revise and consolidate the county planning and development ordinances into a Unified Development Ordinance along with a modernized Permit Management System.
Crystal Lake Park District
The Board meeting scheduled for this date is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is July 15.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Raue Center Reveals It's 10th Anniversary Season
The Raue Center For The Arts, Crystal Lake, is preparing a celebration. The upcoming season marks the 10th anniversary of the Raue Center. The celebration includes a variety of world-renowned performing artists, musicians, comedians, dancers and more.
The Raue Center gives a little taste of what they have put together in the line-up. Included are several big names including American folk legend Arlo Guthrie, Steinway prodigies Danny Wright and Emily Bear, New Shanghai Circus, One Night of Queen, Tony award winner The 39 Steps, and of course, Lucy’s Café.
With the community’s support, Raue Center has made great strides over the past ten years with programs such as Mission Imagination, inspiring school children through the performing arts, and Sage Studio, workshops in theatre, film, acting, stand-up comedy and improve. In addition, their Visual Arts program provides artistic nourishment, education and creative expression; and FOCUS showcases the talents of the community’s youth.
Richard Kuranda, Executive Director of Raue Center, says, “We are very proud of our accomplishments and the community involvement over the past ten years and are excited as we look to the next ten years and the opportunities that lie ahead.” Along with the success of their educational programs, Raue Center continues to provide outstanding programming that consists of Tony, Grammy and Oscar Award winning artists and shows.
To celebrate and show their thanks to those who have made 10 years possible, Raue Center is offering a special “Rock the Raue” promotion to subscription purchasers. Just purchase a subscription between July 5 and September 12 and you’ll automatically be entered for a chance to get your subscription free! Plus, you’ll receive a discount card valid at local restaurants. Please note that only one subscription is eligible if multiples are purchased and Lucy’s Café subscriptions are excluded.
Raue Center offers several “build-your-own” subscription packages to choose from. As in the past, subscribers have extra benefits! First Notice: You’ll receive the first chance to purchase any added shows to our season.
Discount: Your discount rate is locked in for the entire year. Purchase more shows at a later date and keep the same discount.
Payment Plans: Subscribers can make monthly payments all the way up to two weeks before their first show. Please note that all subscriptions must be paid in full before tickets are released.
Ticket Exchange: Only subscribers can exchange their tickets with no exchange fee. Available subscription packages include “Create Your Own”, “Music”, “Family” and “Lucy’s Café”.
Subscriptions are on sale July 5 but Raue Center is accepting pre-orders now. Single tickets are on sale September 1. Be sure to buy early for the best seats! For more information, visit www.rauecenter.org or the Box Office at 26 N. Williams Street or 815.356.9212. Raue Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit, charitable organization located in historic, downtown Crystal Lake, Illinois.
The Raue Center gives a little taste of what they have put together in the line-up. Included are several big names including American folk legend Arlo Guthrie, Steinway prodigies Danny Wright and Emily Bear, New Shanghai Circus, One Night of Queen, Tony award winner The 39 Steps, and of course, Lucy’s Café.
With the community’s support, Raue Center has made great strides over the past ten years with programs such as Mission Imagination, inspiring school children through the performing arts, and Sage Studio, workshops in theatre, film, acting, stand-up comedy and improve. In addition, their Visual Arts program provides artistic nourishment, education and creative expression; and FOCUS showcases the talents of the community’s youth.
Richard Kuranda, Executive Director of Raue Center, says, “We are very proud of our accomplishments and the community involvement over the past ten years and are excited as we look to the next ten years and the opportunities that lie ahead.” Along with the success of their educational programs, Raue Center continues to provide outstanding programming that consists of Tony, Grammy and Oscar Award winning artists and shows.
To celebrate and show their thanks to those who have made 10 years possible, Raue Center is offering a special “Rock the Raue” promotion to subscription purchasers. Just purchase a subscription between July 5 and September 12 and you’ll automatically be entered for a chance to get your subscription free! Plus, you’ll receive a discount card valid at local restaurants. Please note that only one subscription is eligible if multiples are purchased and Lucy’s Café subscriptions are excluded.
Raue Center offers several “build-your-own” subscription packages to choose from. As in the past, subscribers have extra benefits! First Notice: You’ll receive the first chance to purchase any added shows to our season.
Discount: Your discount rate is locked in for the entire year. Purchase more shows at a later date and keep the same discount.
Payment Plans: Subscribers can make monthly payments all the way up to two weeks before their first show. Please note that all subscriptions must be paid in full before tickets are released.
Ticket Exchange: Only subscribers can exchange their tickets with no exchange fee. Available subscription packages include “Create Your Own”, “Music”, “Family” and “Lucy’s Café”.
Subscriptions are on sale July 5 but Raue Center is accepting pre-orders now. Single tickets are on sale September 1. Be sure to buy early for the best seats! For more information, visit www.rauecenter.org or the Box Office at 26 N. Williams Street or 815.356.9212. Raue Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit, charitable organization located in historic, downtown Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Voices In Harmony Is Tuesday Evening Concert In The Park Feature
Concerts in the Park are held every summer Tuesday evening in the Crystal Lake Park District's band shell, located at the Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive.
The 70 to 90 minute concerts begin at 7:00 pm. Admission is free as the result of generous sponsors, Raue Center For The Arts, McHenry County Living Magazine, Home State Bank, and Judson College.
The featured presentation for Tuesday June 29 isVoices In Harmony.
In case of rain or other inclement weather, the concert will take place in Park Place, 406 West Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake.
Call the Park Weather Hotline at 815-459-PARK (7275) after 3 pm to confirm if there is inclement weather.
The 70 to 90 minute concerts begin at 7:00 pm. Admission is free as the result of generous sponsors, Raue Center For The Arts, McHenry County Living Magazine, Home State Bank, and Judson College.
The featured presentation for Tuesday June 29 isVoices In Harmony.
In case of rain or other inclement weather, the concert will take place in Park Place, 406 West Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake.
Call the Park Weather Hotline at 815-459-PARK (7275) after 3 pm to confirm if there is inclement weather.
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