The 3rd annual Bioneers Conference & free Green Living Expo is seeking exhibitors for their Nov. 6 event. Green organizations and businesses who are interested in exhibiting at the conference must register by Sept. 30 to be listed on the Bioneers and Lou Marchi Total Recycling Institute websites.
The Bioneers Conference and free Green Living Expo will provide green information everyone can use to make their life greener through innovation from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 in the college’s conference center and commons area in Building B, 8900 U.S. Hwy. 14 in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Free Green Living Expo is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Presented by the Lou Marchi Total Recycling Institute at McHenry County College, the MCC Conference Center and the Culinary Management Program at MCC, this event will feature Jim Braun, coordinator of Illinois Local Food, Farms and Jobs Council, who will present a keynote address titled, “Food: How It’s All Connected.” Morning and Afternoon breakout sessions facilitated by regional experts will follow his talk. Session topics include: healthy food and schools, growing and preserving food, developing local food possibilities, energy efficiency resources for homes and businesses, greening of the faith community, and climate change. Also, Bioneers will include sessions from the 2010 national Bioneers Conference on DVD featuring leading environmental experts on “hot topics.”
Major sponsor for the conference is Woodstock Farmer’s Market with Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen as a co-sponsor of the event.
“The Bioneers Conference and free Green Living Expo is an opportunity to inform McHenry County residents, businesses and local agencies about the green businesses and organizations in their own backyard and to inform them about the positive impact these groups can have on their lives,” said Pat Dieckhoff, waste reduction assistant for the Lou Marchi Total Recycling Institute at MCC.
The exhibitor table cost for businesses is $65 and $25 for non-profit exhibitors. Cost for businesses after Sept. 30 is $70. Exhibitors may purchase lunch for $10 per person. Make checks payable to: McHenry County College and send to Kristine Emrich at McHenry County College, 8900 U.S. Hwy. 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012.
To register with a credit card over the phone, call Emrich at (815) 479-7635. Bioneers registration form and program information can be found at www.mcbioneers.com. For more information, email mcconferencecenter@mchenry.edu or call Kristine Emrich at (815) 479-7570 or Pat Dieckhoff at (815) 479-7817.
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Film Presentation and Discussion About Climate Change
"Carbon Nation", is called "an optimistic and witty discovery of what people are already doing, what we as a nation could be doing and what the world needs to do to stave off climate change by moving to a low carbon economy." That comes from the description of the award-winning documentary that is being presented Wednesday, September 8, at McHenry County College Conference Center Auditorium.
The film screening and a discussion is being sponsored by the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County along with the Lou Marchi Total Recycling and MCC Down To Earth Club.
The film presentation begins at 6:30 pm followed by a discussion with some of the area's top experts.
There is no admission fee, but a $5 donation would be greatly appreciated. The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County is a citizen-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and advocating for a clean and sustainable environment in northern Illinois.
The film screening and a discussion is being sponsored by the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County along with the Lou Marchi Total Recycling and MCC Down To Earth Club.
The film presentation begins at 6:30 pm followed by a discussion with some of the area's top experts.
There is no admission fee, but a $5 donation would be greatly appreciated. The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County is a citizen-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and advocating for a clean and sustainable environment in northern Illinois.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Crystal Lake Main Beach Placed On Advisory Status
McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) conducted beach water samplings at licensed beaches on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. Results are as follows--
Advisory
Lake Park Beach, 300 Lake Shore Drive, Crystal Lake
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. MCDH 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 at http://www.mcdh.info/, by phone 815-334-4585 or email health@co.mchenry.il.us.
It should be noted that the likely cause of the beach closing is the many feathered visitors to the lake known as geese. For more information on the matter, visit the Lake Management meeting being conducted by the Crystal Lake Park Board at 7:30 pm Thursday, September 7 at Park Place, 460 Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake.
Advisory
Lake Park Beach, 300 Lake Shore Drive, Crystal Lake
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. MCDH 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 at http://www.mcdh.info/, by phone 815-334-4585 or email health@co.mchenry.il.us.
It should be noted that the likely cause of the beach closing is the many feathered visitors to the lake known as geese. For more information on the matter, visit the Lake Management meeting being conducted by the Crystal Lake Park Board at 7:30 pm Thursday, September 7 at Park Place, 460 Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake.
October 7 Set For Annual Meeting On The Crystal Lake
The annual Lake meeting held by the Crystal Lake Park District is scheduled for the October 7 Regular Meeting of the Park Board. It will be held in Park Place, 406 West Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake. This is an annual meeting held for an update on matters related to the Crystal Lake. This year it can be expected to learn more about the reasons for so many days of closing the beaches due to high e-coli counts as well as the "weed" problems in the lake. This year's meeting is being held as part of the regular meeting of the Crystal Lake Park Board and begins at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
New Alternative Sentencing Program Inaugurated In McHenry County
A new alternative sentencing program has been inaugurated by McHenry County State's Attorney Louis A. Bianchi. This program is designed to hold defendants accountable for their criminal conduct with the assistance of citizen volunteers. Only first-time felony defendants accused of non-violent offenses will qualify for this program—persons accused of drug offenses, DUI related offenses or sex crimes will not be eligible to participate.
Defendants may submit a program application to the State's Attorney's Office if they choose to do so. Once the defendant is found eligible by the State's Attorney's Office, the defendant will appear before a panel of citizens who will screen the defendant through an interview process. The citizens will determine if they should propose the defendant's acceptance into the program and, if so, recommend various conditions be required for successful completion.
The conditions may include public service, drug and alcohol counseling, anger management counseling, completion of a GED or other educational program, restitution to the victim(s) for damages, a fine and any other terms deemed appropriate by the panel and the State's Attorney's Office.
If a defendant agrees to the program terms and completes all conditions by a pre-established date, the defendant's felony charges would be dismissed. A defendant who fails to complete the program requirements or otherwise violates terms of the program will return to a felony courtroom to face the original charge(s). The First Offender Program was initiated by the McHenry County State's Attorney to conserve judicial resources by reducing the number of felony cases before the criminal courts, while giving first time offenders an opportunity for rehabilitation and avoiding the negative consequences of having a felony conviction on their record.
Defendants may submit a program application to the State's Attorney's Office if they choose to do so. Once the defendant is found eligible by the State's Attorney's Office, the defendant will appear before a panel of citizens who will screen the defendant through an interview process. The citizens will determine if they should propose the defendant's acceptance into the program and, if so, recommend various conditions be required for successful completion.
The conditions may include public service, drug and alcohol counseling, anger management counseling, completion of a GED or other educational program, restitution to the victim(s) for damages, a fine and any other terms deemed appropriate by the panel and the State's Attorney's Office.
If a defendant agrees to the program terms and completes all conditions by a pre-established date, the defendant's felony charges would be dismissed. A defendant who fails to complete the program requirements or otherwise violates terms of the program will return to a felony courtroom to face the original charge(s). The First Offender Program was initiated by the McHenry County State's Attorney to conserve judicial resources by reducing the number of felony cases before the criminal courts, while giving first time offenders an opportunity for rehabilitation and avoiding the negative consequences of having a felony conviction on their record.
Free Job Training Offered At MCC
Adults 18 and older who are unemployed, stuck in a dead end job or those pursuing their GED or enrolled in ESL classes and are interested in starting a new career in manufacturing are welcome to apply for a non-credit Manufacturing Essentials course that meets from 6-9 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays beginning Sept. 13 at McHenry County College (MCC).
MCC’s Manufacturing Essentials course runs for 14 weeks. This course will give students exposure to AutoCAD for blueprint reading, measurement and tolerances, worker safety, concepts in 5S, Lean, and team problem-solving. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to sit for the WorkKeys exam, which demonstrates their level of achievement in math and reading skills—a key measure that many manufacturing companies are looking for in entry level workers.
Course participants will also be offered job search and placement services upon completion of their training.
Manufacturing Essentials is free to qualifying students. To register or for more information, contact the F.A.S.T. Initiative Project at (815) 455-8718 or email Monica at mdiverde@mchenry.edu.
The F.A.S.T. Initiative Project is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. The project is an equal opportunity program.
MCC’s Manufacturing Essentials course runs for 14 weeks. This course will give students exposure to AutoCAD for blueprint reading, measurement and tolerances, worker safety, concepts in 5S, Lean, and team problem-solving. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to sit for the WorkKeys exam, which demonstrates their level of achievement in math and reading skills—a key measure that many manufacturing companies are looking for in entry level workers.
Course participants will also be offered job search and placement services upon completion of their training.
Manufacturing Essentials is free to qualifying students. To register or for more information, contact the F.A.S.T. Initiative Project at (815) 455-8718 or email Monica at mdiverde@mchenry.edu.
The F.A.S.T. Initiative Project is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. The project is an equal opportunity program.
Changes Taking Place For Route 176 and 31 Businesses
A Mobil Service Station along with a Subway and a car wash may be operational soon at the southwest corner of Routes 176 and 31. The Crystal Lake Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the plan for this location. The final approval is up to the City Council.
A Mobil station has been planned for this location since 1991 however, that permit approval lapsed. A Special Use Permit for a gas station, car wash and convenience store/sandwich shop was approved by the City in 1996. However, because the special use permit was not used for six consecutive months, a public hearing on the use is required by the city codes.
That hearing took place Wednesday evening and was recommended for approval with some stipulations for the City Council to consider when they consider the Planning-Zoning Commission recommendations.
One thing that has been considered a necessity in that area is the burial of utility lines. Deferrals have been given on seven different instances in the past, including one for the Mobil station.
Another matter the Council will be considering is a favorable recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission for the addition to the McHenry County Mental Health Building at 620 Dakota Street. The new Mental Health Building is to consist of a two-story 22,560 square foot addition creating added office space.
KnowPlace Pets—825 Munshaw Lane
Pet Care Services are planned for a location in the Lakeview Business Center and would be next to the Dolphin Swim Club. The area is planned to provide for 40 dogs for daycare and 20 for boarding. This proposal also will be before the City Council at next Tuesday's meeting.
A Mobil station has been planned for this location since 1991 however, that permit approval lapsed. A Special Use Permit for a gas station, car wash and convenience store/sandwich shop was approved by the City in 1996. However, because the special use permit was not used for six consecutive months, a public hearing on the use is required by the city codes.
That hearing took place Wednesday evening and was recommended for approval with some stipulations for the City Council to consider when they consider the Planning-Zoning Commission recommendations.
One thing that has been considered a necessity in that area is the burial of utility lines. Deferrals have been given on seven different instances in the past, including one for the Mobil station.
Another matter the Council will be considering is a favorable recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission for the addition to the McHenry County Mental Health Building at 620 Dakota Street. The new Mental Health Building is to consist of a two-story 22,560 square foot addition creating added office space.
KnowPlace Pets—825 Munshaw Lane
Pet Care Services are planned for a location in the Lakeview Business Center and would be next to the Dolphin Swim Club. The area is planned to provide for 40 dogs for daycare and 20 for boarding. This proposal also will be before the City Council at next Tuesday's meeting.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
MCC--A Military Friendly School
McHenry County College was recently designated as a Military Friendly School for 2011 by G.I. Jobs magazine, which honors the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace America’s veterans as students. Schools on the list include state universities, private colleges, community colleges and trade schools. The common bond is their shared priority of recruiting students with military experience.
The magazine polled more than 7,000 state schools nationwide in determining the results, examining criteria such as efforts to recruit and retain military and veteran students, results in recruiting military and veteran students, and academic accreditations.
According to Lynn McCabe, coordinator in Financial Aid and Veterans Services at MCC, the college has 103 veterans/veterans dependents registered and certified for collecting Federal Veterans Benefits.
“When they come in I generally try to explain the various chapters of the GI Bill they are eligible for and how each one works and what they pay,” McCabe said. “I also let them know about the IVG (Illinois Veterans Grant) and about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and help them out if they have questions on how to complete this.”
“MCC has done an excellent job of caring for veterans to make the transition from military service to college,” said Paul Wheeler, MCC student of Crystal Lake and founder of the Chi Gamma Iota (XGI) student veteran’s organization on campus. “The college informs veterans about what’s available moneywise and about services available in the county,” he said.
Wheeler is a 2001 graduate of Crystal Lake Central High School and served in the Navy in Iraq and Afghanistan. He is pursuing an associate degree in criminal justice and plans to become a police officer.
“I’m very excited and pleased to learn of MCC’s designation as a Military Friendly School, said Lesley Frederick, MCC’s dean of students. “MCC has dedicated staff in Financial Aid and other student services offices that support the many veterans on our campus. Our returning veterans have definitely made an impact here at MCC. They have a Veterans Student Organization, XGI, which provides support, collegiality, and service to our veterans. They are helping to host a Veteran’s Forum on campus, (which will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Oct. 13) and have taken other active leadership roles. I’m proud that MCC is able to support these students and provide outstanding service for them as they pursue their education here at MCC.
Another MCC student, Tim Frake, of Crystal Lake, is an Army veteran who served in Viet Nam. He also praised the college for their support of veterans. “MCC is definitely helpful and very friendly toward veterans,” Frake said. “They’ve helped me with setting up the classes I want to take. I plan to graduate in the spring with an associate’s degree in accounting.”
Like other schools on the “veteran friendly” list, MCC has realized the value these students bring to the classroom and student body.
Dr. Dorothy Bassett, dean of Duquesne University’s School of Leadership and Professional Advancement, a Military Friendly School, noted, “Military students bring a high degree of maturity, life experiences, diversity, leadership and worldliness to the classroom. Other students and faculty benefit from the different perspectives that service members and veterans bring.”
The tens of billions of dollars in tuition money now available with the passage of the Post-9/11 GI Bill last year has intensified an already strong desire by colleges to court veterans into their classrooms.
“This list is especially important now because the Post-9/11 GI Bill has given veterans virtually unlimited financial means to go to school,” said Rich McCormack, G.I. Jobs publisher. “Veterans can now enroll in any school, provided they’re academically qualified. So schools are clamoring for them like never before. Veterans need a trusted friend to help them decide where to get educated. The Military Friendly Schools list is that trusted friend.”
Derek Blumke, president of Student Veterans of America and a member of the list’s Academic Advisory Board, agrees. “The Military Friendly Schools list is the gold standard in letting veterans knows which schools will offer them the greatest opportunity, flexibility and overall experience. It’s especially important now with so many schools competing for military students.”
Schools on the Military Friendly Schools list also offer additional benefits to student veterans such as on-campus veterans programs, credit for service, military spouse programs and more. Criteria for making the Military Friendly Schools list included efforts to recruit and retain military and veteran students, results in recruiting military and veteran students and academic accreditations.
The list was compiled through exhaustive research starting last April. Methodology, criteria and weighting for the list were developed with the assistance of an Academic Advisory Board (AAB) consisting of educators from Carnegie Mellon University, Duquesne University, Colorado State University, Dallas County Community College, Old Dominion University, Cleveland State University, Lincoln Technical Institute and Embry Riddle; as well as Keith Wilson, VA’s director of education services; Michele Spires, American Council on Education’s assistant director of military programs; Janet Swandol, associate director for CLEP and Derek Blumke, president of Student Veterans of America.
G.I. Jobs (www.gijobs.com) is published by Victory Media, a veteran-owned business which also publishes “The Guide to Military Friendly Schools,” “Military Spouse” and “Vetrepreneur” magazines and annually rates the nation’s “Military Friendly Employers,” “Military Spouse Friendly Employers” and “Best Corporations for Veteran-Owned Businesses.”
The magazine polled more than 7,000 state schools nationwide in determining the results, examining criteria such as efforts to recruit and retain military and veteran students, results in recruiting military and veteran students, and academic accreditations.
According to Lynn McCabe, coordinator in Financial Aid and Veterans Services at MCC, the college has 103 veterans/veterans dependents registered and certified for collecting Federal Veterans Benefits.
“When they come in I generally try to explain the various chapters of the GI Bill they are eligible for and how each one works and what they pay,” McCabe said. “I also let them know about the IVG (Illinois Veterans Grant) and about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and help them out if they have questions on how to complete this.”
“MCC has done an excellent job of caring for veterans to make the transition from military service to college,” said Paul Wheeler, MCC student of Crystal Lake and founder of the Chi Gamma Iota (XGI) student veteran’s organization on campus. “The college informs veterans about what’s available moneywise and about services available in the county,” he said.
Wheeler is a 2001 graduate of Crystal Lake Central High School and served in the Navy in Iraq and Afghanistan. He is pursuing an associate degree in criminal justice and plans to become a police officer.
“I’m very excited and pleased to learn of MCC’s designation as a Military Friendly School, said Lesley Frederick, MCC’s dean of students. “MCC has dedicated staff in Financial Aid and other student services offices that support the many veterans on our campus. Our returning veterans have definitely made an impact here at MCC. They have a Veterans Student Organization, XGI, which provides support, collegiality, and service to our veterans. They are helping to host a Veteran’s Forum on campus, (which will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Oct. 13) and have taken other active leadership roles. I’m proud that MCC is able to support these students and provide outstanding service for them as they pursue their education here at MCC.
Another MCC student, Tim Frake, of Crystal Lake, is an Army veteran who served in Viet Nam. He also praised the college for their support of veterans. “MCC is definitely helpful and very friendly toward veterans,” Frake said. “They’ve helped me with setting up the classes I want to take. I plan to graduate in the spring with an associate’s degree in accounting.”
Like other schools on the “veteran friendly” list, MCC has realized the value these students bring to the classroom and student body.
Dr. Dorothy Bassett, dean of Duquesne University’s School of Leadership and Professional Advancement, a Military Friendly School, noted, “Military students bring a high degree of maturity, life experiences, diversity, leadership and worldliness to the classroom. Other students and faculty benefit from the different perspectives that service members and veterans bring.”
The tens of billions of dollars in tuition money now available with the passage of the Post-9/11 GI Bill last year has intensified an already strong desire by colleges to court veterans into their classrooms.
“This list is especially important now because the Post-9/11 GI Bill has given veterans virtually unlimited financial means to go to school,” said Rich McCormack, G.I. Jobs publisher. “Veterans can now enroll in any school, provided they’re academically qualified. So schools are clamoring for them like never before. Veterans need a trusted friend to help them decide where to get educated. The Military Friendly Schools list is that trusted friend.”
Derek Blumke, president of Student Veterans of America and a member of the list’s Academic Advisory Board, agrees. “The Military Friendly Schools list is the gold standard in letting veterans knows which schools will offer them the greatest opportunity, flexibility and overall experience. It’s especially important now with so many schools competing for military students.”
Schools on the Military Friendly Schools list also offer additional benefits to student veterans such as on-campus veterans programs, credit for service, military spouse programs and more. Criteria for making the Military Friendly Schools list included efforts to recruit and retain military and veteran students, results in recruiting military and veteran students and academic accreditations.
The list was compiled through exhaustive research starting last April. Methodology, criteria and weighting for the list were developed with the assistance of an Academic Advisory Board (AAB) consisting of educators from Carnegie Mellon University, Duquesne University, Colorado State University, Dallas County Community College, Old Dominion University, Cleveland State University, Lincoln Technical Institute and Embry Riddle; as well as Keith Wilson, VA’s director of education services; Michele Spires, American Council on Education’s assistant director of military programs; Janet Swandol, associate director for CLEP and Derek Blumke, president of Student Veterans of America.
G.I. Jobs (www.gijobs.com) is published by Victory Media, a veteran-owned business which also publishes “The Guide to Military Friendly Schools,” “Military Spouse” and “Vetrepreneur” magazines and annually rates the nation’s “Military Friendly Employers,” “Military Spouse Friendly Employers” and “Best Corporations for Veteran-Owned Businesses.”
Local Government At Work
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
8:00 A.M. – The Education Committee of the McHenry County Housing Commission is meeting in the conference rooms of the McHenry County Administration Building, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock. Discussion is slated to be held regarding a Countywide Education Forum. Subjects under new business include review of a Housing Commission Survey, Commission Talking Points and an Information Series.
8:15 A.M.—McHenry County Transportation Committee will meet in the McHenry County Transportation Department facilities, 16111 Nelson Road, Woodstock. The committee is expected to make recommendations for the approval of appropriating funds for road work for the James R. Rakow Road project; construction of Dunham Road Bridge project; necessary approval and funding for the Illinois Route 31 and Virginia Road/Klasen Road project; approving acquisition of right-of-way for the Dunham Road bridge project; and a resolution vacating a portion of Rakow Road; and approving a wetland credit agreement for the Dunham Road Bridge project.
7:00 P.M.—McHenry County Animal Control Advisory Committee will meet in the McHenry County Animal Control and Adoption Center, 100 N. Virginia Street, Crystal Lake. Dr. Lisa Lembke, the new Manager of McHenry County Animal Control, will be welcomed. Also to be considered is a cat adoption promotion.
7:30 P.M—Crystal Lake Planning and Zoning Commission meets in the Crystal Lake City Council Chambers, 100 Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake. The following four petitions are to be considered:
Mobil Oil Co., 250 N. Route 31 is the first project on the agenda. This is the former location of the Tareydale Restaurant which was annexed into the City in 1990 and razed in 1991. Mobil received a Special Use Permit for a gas station, car wash, and convenience store. That approval lapsed and in 1996 the City approved a Special Use Permit for a gas station, car wash and convenience store/sandwich shop at this location.
According to the City's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) when any special use has been discontinued for a period of six consecutive months or whenever there is evidence of a clear intent on the part of the owner to abandon a special use, it cannot be re-established without notice and public hearing. That hearing is scheduled for this evening.
McHenry County Mental Health final Planned Unit Development is also being considered by the Crystal Lake Planning-Zoning Commission. This is an addition to the currently used building at 620 Dakota Street.
Chase Bank proposes to construct a new branch bank with a drive-thru window at 1135 South Route 31, also known as the Lutter Center. The facility would be located in front of the Wal Mart Super Center along Route 31, but entrance to the bank would not be directly off of Route 31.
KnowPlace Pets, a pet boarding facility hopes to locate at 825 Munshaw Lane and is seeking a use variation to allow pet care services in this Lakeview Business Center area.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
8:30 AM—McHenry County Board Planning and Development Committee meets in the conference room of the McHenry County Administration Building, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock. A presentation is scheduled regarding the McHenry County Special Environmental Education Program. At a prior program information was provided regarding the lack of ongoing funding for the program. Further information was requested by the Committee.
Also included on the agenda for this committee is a discussion on Administrative Adjudication system for prosecuting certain ordinance violations.
10:00 AM—Crystal Lake Park District Planning Committee is meeting in the Park District Offices, One East Crystal Lake Avenue to consider some plans for the future.
4:00 – 5:00 PM—McHenry County Housing Commission Legislative Committee will meet in the McHenry County Administration Building Conference Rooms, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock. In addition to reviewing a HUD Analysis of Impediments letter, a Fair Housing Ordnance discussion is planned.
7:30 PM---The Crystal Lake Park Board meets in the Park District offices. In addition to setting a date for the Annual Lake Meeting, the Board will consider a number of other matters such as the Ashton Pointe Property Discussion, bids for Racket Club Tennis Court renovations.
8:00 A.M. – The Education Committee of the McHenry County Housing Commission is meeting in the conference rooms of the McHenry County Administration Building, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock. Discussion is slated to be held regarding a Countywide Education Forum. Subjects under new business include review of a Housing Commission Survey, Commission Talking Points and an Information Series.
8:15 A.M.—McHenry County Transportation Committee will meet in the McHenry County Transportation Department facilities, 16111 Nelson Road, Woodstock. The committee is expected to make recommendations for the approval of appropriating funds for road work for the James R. Rakow Road project; construction of Dunham Road Bridge project; necessary approval and funding for the Illinois Route 31 and Virginia Road/Klasen Road project; approving acquisition of right-of-way for the Dunham Road bridge project; and a resolution vacating a portion of Rakow Road; and approving a wetland credit agreement for the Dunham Road Bridge project.
7:00 P.M.—McHenry County Animal Control Advisory Committee will meet in the McHenry County Animal Control and Adoption Center, 100 N. Virginia Street, Crystal Lake. Dr. Lisa Lembke, the new Manager of McHenry County Animal Control, will be welcomed. Also to be considered is a cat adoption promotion.
7:30 P.M—Crystal Lake Planning and Zoning Commission meets in the Crystal Lake City Council Chambers, 100 Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake. The following four petitions are to be considered:
Mobil Oil Co., 250 N. Route 31 is the first project on the agenda. This is the former location of the Tareydale Restaurant which was annexed into the City in 1990 and razed in 1991. Mobil received a Special Use Permit for a gas station, car wash, and convenience store. That approval lapsed and in 1996 the City approved a Special Use Permit for a gas station, car wash and convenience store/sandwich shop at this location.
According to the City's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) when any special use has been discontinued for a period of six consecutive months or whenever there is evidence of a clear intent on the part of the owner to abandon a special use, it cannot be re-established without notice and public hearing. That hearing is scheduled for this evening.
McHenry County Mental Health final Planned Unit Development is also being considered by the Crystal Lake Planning-Zoning Commission. This is an addition to the currently used building at 620 Dakota Street.
Chase Bank proposes to construct a new branch bank with a drive-thru window at 1135 South Route 31, also known as the Lutter Center. The facility would be located in front of the Wal Mart Super Center along Route 31, but entrance to the bank would not be directly off of Route 31.
KnowPlace Pets, a pet boarding facility hopes to locate at 825 Munshaw Lane and is seeking a use variation to allow pet care services in this Lakeview Business Center area.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
8:30 AM—McHenry County Board Planning and Development Committee meets in the conference room of the McHenry County Administration Building, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock. A presentation is scheduled regarding the McHenry County Special Environmental Education Program. At a prior program information was provided regarding the lack of ongoing funding for the program. Further information was requested by the Committee.
Also included on the agenda for this committee is a discussion on Administrative Adjudication system for prosecuting certain ordinance violations.
10:00 AM—Crystal Lake Park District Planning Committee is meeting in the Park District Offices, One East Crystal Lake Avenue to consider some plans for the future.
4:00 – 5:00 PM—McHenry County Housing Commission Legislative Committee will meet in the McHenry County Administration Building Conference Rooms, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock. In addition to reviewing a HUD Analysis of Impediments letter, a Fair Housing Ordnance discussion is planned.
7:30 PM---The Crystal Lake Park Board meets in the Park District offices. In addition to setting a date for the Annual Lake Meeting, the Board will consider a number of other matters such as the Ashton Pointe Property Discussion, bids for Racket Club Tennis Court renovations.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Workplace Spanish® for Human Resources
McHenry County College Shah Center is offering Workplace Spanish® for Human Resources that will take place from 8-11 a.m. on Thursdays, Sept. 23 through Oct. 21
Workplace Spanish is a comprehensive program that provides immediate access to functional language skills relevant to the functions of customer service professionals and supervisors. For both programs, there is no grammar to learn, no rules to memorize, no prior Spanish training necessary. The "bite-size" expressions make it easy to learn and communicate in Spanish.
Occupational language programs of this type go beyond conversational Spanish as they focus on important workplace expressions that improve teamwork, service and productivity.
Workplace Spanish for Human Resources was developed specifically for human resource professionals, benefit managers and general supervisors. This course enables the participant to communicate on a basic level with Spanish-speaking applicants and employees for interviewing, hiring, explaining company policies, job rules, pay and benefits, and performance expectations.
Cost is $279, which includes materials. Participants can register using course ID: NTG S62 001. This program will be held at the Shah Center, 4100 W. Shamrock Lane, McHenry.
To register, call (815) 455-8588. For more information, contact the Shah Center at (815) 455-8593 or email shahcenter@mchenry.edu.
Workplace Spanish is a comprehensive program that provides immediate access to functional language skills relevant to the functions of customer service professionals and supervisors. For both programs, there is no grammar to learn, no rules to memorize, no prior Spanish training necessary. The "bite-size" expressions make it easy to learn and communicate in Spanish.
Occupational language programs of this type go beyond conversational Spanish as they focus on important workplace expressions that improve teamwork, service and productivity.
Workplace Spanish for Human Resources was developed specifically for human resource professionals, benefit managers and general supervisors. This course enables the participant to communicate on a basic level with Spanish-speaking applicants and employees for interviewing, hiring, explaining company policies, job rules, pay and benefits, and performance expectations.
Cost is $279, which includes materials. Participants can register using course ID: NTG S62 001. This program will be held at the Shah Center, 4100 W. Shamrock Lane, McHenry.
To register, call (815) 455-8588. For more information, contact the Shah Center at (815) 455-8593 or email shahcenter@mchenry.edu.
Watching Government
MONDAY, AUGUST 30
5:00 p.m. - High School District 155 Board of Education, Boundary and Enrollment Committee
The committee will meet in the Center for Education, One South Virginia Road, Crystal Lake to consider the purpose and scope of the committee along with the enrollment update and boundary issues and assumptions. Also to be considered are possible scenarios for the future.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
8:15 a.m.- Transportation Committee of the McHenry County Board meets at the Department of Transportation Building, 16111 Nelson Road, Woodstock.
A number of McHenry County road projects are being considered including a portion of the James R. Rakow Road, Illinois Route 31 at Virginia Road/Klasen Road, Johnsburg Road, and Dunham Road Bridge project.
5:00 p.m. - High School District 155 Board of Education, Boundary and Enrollment Committee
The committee will meet in the Center for Education, One South Virginia Road, Crystal Lake to consider the purpose and scope of the committee along with the enrollment update and boundary issues and assumptions. Also to be considered are possible scenarios for the future.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
8:15 a.m.- Transportation Committee of the McHenry County Board meets at the Department of Transportation Building, 16111 Nelson Road, Woodstock.
A number of McHenry County road projects are being considered including a portion of the James R. Rakow Road, Illinois Route 31 at Virginia Road/Klasen Road, Johnsburg Road, and Dunham Road Bridge project.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Basic Manufacturing and Warehousing Classes Offered By MCC
McHenry County College is offering a variety of manufacturing and warehousing industry fundamental courses for area businesses of all sizes. MCC offers a cost-effective opportunity for employee training with access to experienced trainers and consultants bringing quality programs to support our area businesses. These courses are located at The Shah Center, 4100 W. Shamrock Lane in McHenry. To register, call (815) 455-8588. For more information, call the Shah Center at (815) 455-8593.
Classes beginning September 1- thru 16.
The following courses are accepting registration:
Friday, Sept. 10
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Forklift Operator Training: Hands-on training on how to operate a lift truck in a correct and professional manner. OSHA requires anyone who operates a powered industrial truck to be trained and authorized. Trucks covered are, ITA Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Class meets at Nissan Forklift Corp in Marengo. Cost: $125. Register using course ID: NTE S54 002.
Thursday, Sept. 13
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Blueprint Reading: Discover how to comprehend and interpret the different types of standard symbols and abbreviations found on blueprints. This course is designed for inspectors, shop floor personnel and individuals who need skill enhancement in blueprint reading. Topics include: print layout, threads, assembly prints, holes, countersinks, counterbores and chamfers and machining details. Cost: $209. Register using course ID: NTE S61 00.
Tuesdays, Sept. 21
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (continued on Sept. 28) Internal Auditing: Enhance your understanding and application of ISO 9001:2008. Anyone within an organization who must lead or participate in internal quality audits or anyone who desires to obtain an in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 should attend this course. Cost is $599. Register using course ID: NTES41001.
Thursdays, Sept. 16
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (continued on Sept. 23 and 30) APICS: Execution and Control of Operations: Participants will focus on the areas of prioritizing and sequencing work, executing work plans and implementing controls, reporting activity results, and providing feedback on performance. Cost is $715. Register using course ID: NTE S26 001.
In addition, all of these courses qualify for an Employer Training Investment Program (ETIP) grant reimbursement up to 50 percent for eligible companies and can be delivered on-site. This is a grant funded through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Development.
For more information, or to register, contact: the Shah Center, (815) 455-8593 or email: shahcenter@mchenry.edu.
Classes beginning September 1- thru 16.
The following courses are accepting registration:
Friday, Sept. 10
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Forklift Operator Training: Hands-on training on how to operate a lift truck in a correct and professional manner. OSHA requires anyone who operates a powered industrial truck to be trained and authorized. Trucks covered are, ITA Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Class meets at Nissan Forklift Corp in Marengo. Cost: $125. Register using course ID: NTE S54 002.
Thursday, Sept. 13
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Blueprint Reading: Discover how to comprehend and interpret the different types of standard symbols and abbreviations found on blueprints. This course is designed for inspectors, shop floor personnel and individuals who need skill enhancement in blueprint reading. Topics include: print layout, threads, assembly prints, holes, countersinks, counterbores and chamfers and machining details. Cost: $209. Register using course ID: NTE S61 00.
Tuesdays, Sept. 21
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (continued on Sept. 28) Internal Auditing: Enhance your understanding and application of ISO 9001:2008. Anyone within an organization who must lead or participate in internal quality audits or anyone who desires to obtain an in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 should attend this course. Cost is $599. Register using course ID: NTES41001.
Thursdays, Sept. 16
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (continued on Sept. 23 and 30) APICS: Execution and Control of Operations: Participants will focus on the areas of prioritizing and sequencing work, executing work plans and implementing controls, reporting activity results, and providing feedback on performance. Cost is $715. Register using course ID: NTE S26 001.
In addition, all of these courses qualify for an Employer Training Investment Program (ETIP) grant reimbursement up to 50 percent for eligible companies and can be delivered on-site. This is a grant funded through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Development.
For more information, or to register, contact: the Shah Center, (815) 455-8593 or email: shahcenter@mchenry.edu.
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