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Lisle names anderson new police chief Architectural, Historical Survey to guide preservation efforts STORY BY JONATHAN SAMPLES STAFF REPORTER

Downers Grove took the first step in documenting and preserving its 181year history last week, when the Village Council voted to accept a recently completed Architectural and Historical Survey Report.

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Tivoli Theatre is just one of many historic buildings in downtown Downers grove that may help lead to a future historic district. The architectural and Historical Survey Report recommends a future survey that would cover the entire downtown area, which would include the location of the historic 1928 theater.

Anderson has served on Lisle Police Department for 22 years, deputy chief for 3 The village of Lisle recently appointed David Anderson as the next Chief of Police of the Lisle Police Department.

Anderson is replacing former Police Chief Jim Kosatka, who retired on Nov. 27 after serving 34 years with the department, the last three years as police chief.

A n d e r s o n ’s appointment comes only days after he David anderson assumed the role of acting chief.

“We thought the last couple weeks should be about Chief Kosatka closing out his outstanding career with the village,” Lisle Mayor Joe Broda said. “Now it’s time to make the permanent appointment that See POLICE, page 4

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Woodridge begins storm sewer inventory project Village succeeded in obtaining a grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Woodridge begins storm sewer inventory project The village succeeded in obtaining a grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to assist in completing a comprehensive storm sewer inventory encompassing all of the village’s storm sewer mains and structures.

The $75,000 grant will help the village update existing utility

atlases with more accurate structure location information, pipe material and confirming pipe sizes, which will help in coordinating storm sewer televising and rehabilitation efforts in the future.

The village’s consultant, Strand Associates, will have surveying crews working throughout the community over the next several months collecting this information.

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The $75,000 grant will help the village update existing utility atlases with more accurate structure location information, pipe material and confirming pipe sizes Strand employees will have identification badges with them. Call the Public Works Department at 630-719-4753 with any questions.

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Corridor.

The work was performed by The Lakota Group, a Chicagobased consulting firm, and volunteers from the Pierce Downers Heritage Alliance.

The objective of the survey was to identify buildings with architectural and historic significance to the village.

Buildings were then placed into one of three categories: Significant, contributing or noncontributing.

A total of 865 buildings were surveyed, and 65 properties were deemed “significant” by the survey team.That distinction

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four areas surveyed to determine which were potential historic districts. Of the four, only the Denburn Woods Subdivision was classified as not eligible for consideration as a historic district.

The Architectural and Historic Survey Report was deemed a “high priority action item” for Consider the future the village in 2013. As a Certified local Government, Downers The Downers Grove Grove is required to complete Architectural and Historical and maintain a historic building Survey Report also proposed survey program. several short- and long-term Mayor Martin Tully said during recommendations. the Nov. 19 village council Short-term historic meeting the report is culmination preservation activities were to of a process that began last year continue updating survey forms and that gives residents the with volunteers; consult with the “choice and Illinois Historic freedom” Preservation “it’s nOt simply a mOttO when to preserve Agency on we say, ‘we preserve the historic boundaries properties. potential balance between traditiOn and of “It’s not historic districts; simply a prOgress. we actually really dO.” and work motto when - mayOr marTIn TuLLy with property we say, ‘We owners who preserve the wish to have balance between tradition and means the buildings were at least their property landmarked. progress,’” he said. “We actually 50 years old and possessed a high Some of the long-term really do.” degree of historic architectural recommendations are more The report is available to style. According to the report, ambitious and include future download on the village’s these properties would be surveys in several additional website, www.downers.us, and individually eligible under one areas throughout the village.

One of those additional areas will be available soon at the or more of the National Register is the neighborhood bordered Downers Grove Library. of Historic Place’s evaluation by Maple Avenue to the north, Ultimately, it will be used as criteria. a sort of roadmap for property The survey also found Blodgett Avenue to the east, 55th owners interested in landmark 535 contributing buildings. Street to the south and Main status, as well as setting the Contributing buildings are at Street to the west.

Similarly, portions of Main framework for future surveys. least 50 years old and possess Village Manager David a moderate degree of historic Street between MapleAvenue and 55th Street, and the remaining Fieldman stressed the report is architectural integrity. not proposing any landmarks While not eligible for the downtown area were identified and that the process is entirely National Register on their own, as areas that would benefit from voluntary. these buildings would add to the a building survey.

Although the historic context of a proposed Rediscovering the past recommendations are not historic district.

The 88-page report took The survey also found 265 binding, the completion of this seven months to complete and non-contributing buildings. first Architectural and Historical presented the findings of a These properties are less than 50 Survey Report marks what historic building survey of four years old with poor architectural could be the beginning of an areas within the village: Denburn integrity. ongoing effort to catalogue Woods; Shady Lanes Estates; In addition to surveying historically significant buildings E.H. Prince Subdivision; and individual buildings, the team and potential historic districts in Maple Avenue and Main Street assessed the composition of the the village.

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Trainer accused of sexually abusing athlete pleads guilty Theodore worked as a track/triathlon trainer at Lifetime Fitness in Warrenville A Woodridge trainer accused of sexually assaulting a minor pled guilty in a DuPage County Court Dec. 2.

Robert Theodore, 61, of 3809 Hagen Court, Woodridge entered a blind plea of guilty to one count of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, Class 2 Felony.

On Sept. 11, 2012 Theodore was charged with having inappropriate sexual contact with a minor boy whom he had been training in track and field.

POLICE Continued from page 1 everyone no doubt expected.”

Anderson is a 22-year employee of the Lisle Police Department who has served as deputy chief for the past three years. Prior to being named deputy chief, he worked within the department as patrol officer, patrol sergeant, detective sergeant and watch commander.

“It was clear three years ago when we conducted an in-house recruitment for the chief’s position that Dave was a potential candidate,” Broda said.

“His recent tenure as deputy chief has only reaffirmed his abilities.”

Village Manager Jerry

The following day, Theodore posted the required $25,000 of his $250,000 bond and was released from custody.

While out on bond, Theodore was ordered to submit to GPS monitoring and have no contact with the victim or anyone under the age of 18.

Theodore worked as a track/ triathlon trainer at Lifetime Fitness in Warrenville.

Theodore’s plea stems from allegations that while Theodore was employed as a track/

triathlon trainer at Lifetime Fitness in Warrenville, he had inappropriate sexual contact with his victim on several occasions.

The victim was 16 years old at the time. The abuse occurred at Theodore’s home, the victim’s home and at the local gym where Theodore would train the boy.

“Mr. Theodore’s actions are repulsive,” Berlin said. “He took advantage of the trust this young athlete had placed in him. Instead of trying to bring out the best athletic performance in his young victim, Mr.Theodore, who cared nothing for the boy, used his

position as a trusted authority to satisfy his own sick sexual desires. I would like to thank this young man for having the courage to come forward.

“I would like to thank the Naperville Police Department, particularly Investigator Richard Wistocki for their outstanding work on this case. I would also like to thank Assistant State’s Attorney Ann Celine O’Hallaren for her efforts not only on this case but for her continued work in prosecuting those who would prey on our children.”

Theodore’s next court appearance is scheduled for Jan. 8 for return of the presentence report.

Sprecher added, “Lisle has a Police Department the community can be proud of and Dave’s leadership has had no small influence in creating the kind of department we have today. I think the department will do great things with him in the lead.”

Anderson is a former National Guard member. He received his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Management from Aurora University in 2001 and earned a master’s degree in Management and Organizational Behavior from Benedictine University in 2009.

He has received numerous awards throughout his career including Officer of the Year in 2004. In 2010, Anderson helped successfully resuscitate

a heart attack victim, earning joined other state and local law a 2010 Life e n fo r c e m e n t Saving Award a ge n c i e s During the initiative, from the Fire and IDOT the Lisle Police District. to remind Department issued: Anderson, motorists to wife Elizabeth buckle up • 37 seat belt citations; and children and not drive • 4 uninsured motorists; Jarrett and impaired • 2 speeding citations; Doran, reside during the in Woodridge.

“Click It or •Fugitive apprehended.

T h e Ti c k e t / D r i ve appointment Sober or Get took effect Pulled Over” Dec. 9. Anderson was sworn in safety initiatives. at the Village Board meeting.

The goal of the initiative, conducted from Nov. 18 to Dec. 1, was to reduce highway Lisle police report fatalities by identifying successful holiday unbuckled and impaired drivers during the holiday season. campaign “Our officers are out all year The Lisle Police Department long. If you or your passengers

Robert Theodore, 61, of 3809 Hagen Court, Woodridge

Our officers are out all year long. If you or your passengers are caught not wearing a seat belt or driving impaired, there will be negative consequences.”

-Lisle Police Commander Ron Wilke are caught not wearing a seat belt or driving impaired, there will be negative consequences,” Lisle Police Commander Ron Wilke said.

For more information on the Illinois Click It or Ticket mobilization, please visit www. buckleupillinois.org.

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Downers Grove increases stormwater utility for 2014 Increase passed the council by a 4-3 margin Tuesday evening, with Mayor Tully casting the majority vote

By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

The Downers Grove Village Council voted to increase the village’s stormwater utility fee by 6.4 percent in 2014, but it took a deciding vote from Mayor Martin Tully to move the split council.

The increase passed the council by a 4-3 margin Tuesday evening. Commissioners Bob Barnett, Sean Durkin and David Olsen opposed the increase.

“My views on this item are fairly clear: I’m opposed to this increase,” Olsen said before the vote. “I don’t think it’s appropriate at this time to have an increase, and I’d ask my colleagues to oppose it.”

The stormwater utility fee has received significant attention from the council in recent months, including throughout the 2014 budget process. In

addition to ongoing opposition from religious not-for-profits within the village,commissioners have questioned whether or not it’s the best time to increase the rate of the controversial fee.

During the Nov. 19 council meeting, Commissioner Bob Barnett said he would be in favor of eliminating the fee for not-forprofits and increasing the overall percentage increase.

“I think that moving the NFPs out is something that would be a minimal impact to the remaining balance payers,” Barnett said.

He added that the community would continue to benefit from improvements to the stormwater infrastructure, while doing a “world of good for our not-forprofit community.”

Commissioner Geoff Neustadt said he was worried that a small, but vocal, minority was dictating the conversation.

He added that the main concern was maintaining and operating the stormwater system in a fiscally responsible way.

“In order for this village to make these repairs and make these projects work, we need revenue,” Neustadt said. “This is the path that we’ve decided, and I think it’s a positive path.”

Commissioners Neustadt , Becky Rheintgen and Greg Hosé voted in favor of the fee increase, although Rheintgen said she would like the council to look into charging tax-exempt properties a 10 to 20 percent lower rate than other parcels.

Tully was the deciding vote, saying the “small minority” of property owners who’ve opposed the stormwater utility fee do not justify exempting all non-profits from the fee, which would equate to $306,000.

“Let me be very clear: I’m not unsympathetic to some of the comments and requests that have been made by a relatively small minority of tax-exempt parcels,” Tully said during the Nov. 19 meeting. “What we’re talking about are parcels that generate a large amount of runoff, and

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District 99 school board member to challenge Rep. Ron Sandack Places pension reform at the forefront of campaign race

By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

Keith Matune, District 99 Board member, announced he will challenge state Rep. Ron Sandack to represent the 81st District in the Illinois House.

Keith Matune, Rep. Ron Sandack Matune,who moved District 99 Board to Downers Grove member in 2001, officially post, Matune entered the race criticized Sandack’s Thursday evening at Carlucci’s vote to pass Senate Bill 1, which restaurant in Downers Grove. He looks to overhaul the state’s will run against Sandack in the pension system.

March 18 Republican primary.

“Representative Sandack Pension reform is an issue believes he voted for real pension at the forefront of Matune’s reform today,” Matune stated. campaign. In a Dec. 3 Facebook “What he voted for was another

false promise at the expense of those he was elected to serve.”

Sandack defended his vote by saying the only way to begin fixing Illinois’ five pension systems was to take “an important first step.”

“This vote was difficult for many, as we want to be fair to the hard-working people in the pension systems, and it is out of that need for fairness that I voted today to protect our pension systems from collapse,” he said in statement. “These reform measures are a good first step in ensuring that pensions are available when hard working and dedicated public employees retire.”

Matune has taught high school social studies in District 99 since 2001 and was named Illinois Teacher of the year in 2012. In 2011, he ran for the Board of Education and won the seat. He has served in that role for the past three years.

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Downers Grove Village Council voted to increase the village’s stormwater utility fee by 6.4 percent in 2014 Tully was the deciding vote, saying the “small minority” of property owners who’ve opposed the stormwater utility fee do not justify exempting all nonprofits from the fee, which would equate to $306,000.

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A typical single-family home with one Equivalent Runoff Unit of impervious area will see their monthly bill increase from $8.40 to $8.94. A home with 1 ERU will see their annual fee increase from $100.80 last year to $107.28 this year.

for that reason they have a fee that is larger than single-family residences.”

He added that he’d like to see the council be more “surgical” in their approach to helping the not-for-profits find relief from the fee.

The 6.4 percent stormwater utility fee increase means a typical single-family home with one Equivalent Runoff Unit of impervious area will see their

News Briefs Woodridge Park District staff offers helping hand During Thanksgiving week, four Woodridge Park District employees joined forces with other Illinois park district volunteers to help the Washington Park District and the City of Washington, Ill. in their clean-up of the debris left from the Dec. 17 tornado.

Woodridge Park District staff, John Karesh, Jenny Knitter, Carlos Ocampo, and Chris Pollack gave their time and expertise to this cause. Most of their clean-up efforts focused on clearing streets, right-of-ways,

monthly bill increase from $8.40 to $8.94.

A home with 1 ERU will see their annual fee increase from $100.80 last year to $107.28 this year.

However, the cost to larger religious and not-for-profit parcels is significantly more.

For a property with 20 ERUs, the 2013 price was $2,016.

In 2014, that fee will rise to $2,145.60.

and public spaces, including schools and parks. If scheduling allows, additional crews from the Woodridge Park District may be dispatched to further assist the City and Park District of Washington, Ill.

Donate to Toys for Tots Since 1947, U.S. Marines have been looking after America’s needy children at Christmas through their Toys for Tots program. Support the Toys for Tots program by donating a new, unwrapped toy (no stuffed animals). A drop-off box is located at Village Hall, and toys can be dropped off until Dec. 13 See NEWS BRIEFS, page 18

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Police Blotter

The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Downers Grove, Westmont and Woodridge police departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

for driving while license suspended.

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Nicole E. Scialabba, 22, 7348 Withrop Way, Downers Grove, was arrested at 12:30 a.m. Dec. 5 at 75th Street and Deveroux for retail theft.

Adam E. Paplawskas, 36, 724 Warren Ave., Downers Grove, was arrested at 12:53 p.m. Dec. 2 at Good Samaritan Hospital for domestic battery.

Javier Alvarez, 23, 1511 58th St., Cicero, was arrested at 4:34 p.m. Dec. 2 in the 4400 block of Highland Avenue for no valid driver’s license and disobeying a traffic control device.

Claudia Duran-Silvestre, 30, 6703 Aspen Lane, Westmont, was arrested at 5:15 a.m. Dec. 3 on Belmont and 63rd Street for no valid driver’s license.

Janet Woodward, 35, 3832 S.Vernon Ave., Brookfield, was arrested at 7:34 a.m.

Dec. 3 in the 2900 block of Highland Avenue for expired driver’s license and no insurance.

Alfredo Guerra, 39, 4445 S. Talman, Chicago, was arrested at 9:23 a.m. Dec. 3 on Ogden and Belleaire for driving while license suspended.

Joan Marie Hartnett, 33, 1631 Westminster Drive, Napperville, was arrested at 12:46 p.m. Dec. 3 on 39th and Highland for driving while license suspended and no valid insurance.

Benton Macarthur, 47, 4949 W. Washington, Chicago, was arrested at 1:04 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Downers Grove Police Department for theft-warrant.

Ahmad Khurram, 27, 192 Elmhurst Road, Crystal Lake, was arrested at 8:44 p.m. Dec. 3 for expired registration, driving while license suspended and no insurance.

Enrique A. Delgado, 37, 3804 W. 38th, Chicago, was arrested at 8:12 a.m. Dec. 4 on Fairview Avenue and Lake Street for no valid driver’s license, over weight vehicle registration, no safety sticker and uninsured motor vehicle.

Christopher M. Brooks, 20, 7713 Woodward Ave., Downers Grove, was arrested at 3:20 p.m. Dec. 4 in the 4900 block of Fairview Avenue for contributing to the delinquency of a child and possession of cannabis.

Erik Ortiz-Vazquez, 26, 4925 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove, was arrested at 8 p.m. Dec. 4 in the 200 block of 75th Street

Mannanoel Ganay, 41, 842 Shagbark Lane, North Aurora, was arrested at 8:37 p.m. Dec. 4 in the 4800 block of Main Street for suspended registration.

Timothy Ursache, 22, 872 73rd Street, Downers Grove, was arrested at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 5 on 75th Street and Deveroux for retail theft, open alcohol and a warrant.

Miguel A. Antunez, 40, 2104 Ridgeland, Berwyn, was arrested at 11:54 a.m. Dec. 5 in the 800 block of Burlington for criminal sexual abuse.

Rasheena M. Nero, 18, 8107 Route 53, Woodridge, was arrested at 2:45 p.m.

Dec. 5 at Downers Grove South High School for disorderly conduct.

Jeffery K. Ruben, 51, 8519 W. 99th St., Palos Hills, was arrested at 6:24 p.m. Dec. 5 on Ogden Avenue and Downers for a warrant, no insurance and suspended driver’s license.

Luz E. Lopez, 43, 1113 N. 7th Ave., Maywood, was arrested at 9:15 p.m.

Dec. 5 on Butterfield Road and Downers for no valid driver’s license and no insurance.

Westmont At approximately 8:25 p.m. Nov. 25, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 300 block of West Ogden Avenue.

Officers arrested Ahlam Abdallah, female, age 29, of 126 E. 55th St., Westmont, for driving with a suspended driver’s license. She was released on her own recognizance.

Sometime between 3 p.m. Nov. 25 and 11 a.m. Nov. 26, an unknown offender(s) broke five windows on a residence in the 500 block of South Oak Street. Total damage is $1,000.

At approximately 12:45 p.m. Nov. 26, officers responded to the 6400 block of South Cass Avenue for complaint of damage to property. Officers arrested Steven Poulos, male, age 33, of 297 Waterbury Circle, Oswego, and Desiree Lanagan, female, age 18, of 6720 Aspen Lane #5, Westmont, for criminal damage to property after they broke a window on a vehicle. Both were released on their own recognizance.

At approximately 12:10 a.m. Nov. 27, officers responded to the 500 block of North Grant Street for a disturbance.

Officers arrested Kevin Zapinski, male, age 22, of 336 N. Blackhawk Drive, Westmont, for disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property after he damaged a door at a private residence. He was released on his own recognizance.

At approximately 10:20 p.m. Nov. 27, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 800 block of East Ogden Avenue. Officers arrested Joe Faulkner, male, age 23, of 338 Kirkwood Circle, Bolingbrook, for driving with a revoked driver’s license.

He was cited for speeding. Faulkner also had an outstanding arrest warrant, so he was transported to the DuPage County Jail.

At approximately 7:30 a.m. Nov. 28, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 700 block of East Ogden Avenue.

Officers arrested Jeremiah Glinsey, male, age 19, of 6210 S. Vernon St., Chicago, for driving with a suspended driver’s license. He was cited for speeding. He was released on his own recognizance.

At approximately 10:45 p.m. Nov. 28, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 200 block of West Ogden Avenue.

Officers arrested Jose Monroy, male, age 32, of 7 South 040 Suffield Court, Westmont, for driving with a suspended driver’s license. He was cited for failure to dim headlights. He was released on his own recognizance.

At approximately 11:10 p.m. Nov. 30, officers responded to the 1100 block of North Oakley Court for a noise complaint. Officers arrested Samuel Griffin, male, age 18, of 1103 N. Oakley Court #104, Westmont, for consumption of alcohol by a minor. He was released on his own recognizance.

At approximately 3:30 a.m. Dec. 1, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 0100 block of East 63rd Street. Officers arrested Pavol Gabor, male, age 23, of 8926 Frontage Road, Justice, for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was cited for illegal squealing of tires and open alcohol in a vehicle. Officers also arrested Michal Jasnak, male, age 21, of 7827 S. Neenah Ave., Burbank, for possession of drug paraphernalia. He was cited for open alcohol in a vehicle. Both were released on their own recognizance.

Sometime between 8 and 8:30 a.m.

Dec. 1, an unknown offender(s) broke damaged a mailbox in the 500 block of North Richmond Avenue. Total damage is $200.

At approximately 2:55 p.m. Dec. 1, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 0100 block of East Ogden Avenue.

Officers arrested Casey Brown, male, age 23, of 3812 Washington St., Downers Grove, for possession of a controlled substance. He was transported to the DuPage County Jail for a bond hearing.

Woodridge At approximately 1:16 a.m. Nov. 29, a female juvenile, age 16, was charged with retail theft after removing an article of clothing from Kohl’s, 1001 75th St. At approximately 10:18 p.m. Nov. 29, Michael Schuppe, 26, 4421 Joliet Ave., was charged with battery and disorderly conduct, following a disturbance in the 7600 block of Walnut Avenue.

At approximately 6:20 p.m. Nov. 30 two female juveniles, both age 14, were charged with retail theft after removing miscellaneous items from Kohl’s, 1001 75th St. At approximately 11:40 p.m. Nov. 30, a female juvenile, age 17, was charged with possession of drug equipment, following the investigation of a suspicious vehicle in the Loew’s Theater parking lot, 10000 Woodward Ave. At approximately 9:34 p.m. Dec. 1, Thomas Akowuah, 38, 7711 Woodward, Woodridge, was charged with criminal trespass to property, following an incident in the 7700 block of Woodward Avenue.

A criminal damage to property occurred sometime between 1 to 5 a.m. Dec. 1 on Lorraine Avenue. Unknown person cut the wires to a Christmas display located in the yard of a private residence.

An attempted residential burglary occurred at approximately 10:36 a.m.

Dec. 2 in the 7700 block of Woodward Avenue. Unknown person attempted to force entry through the front door into an apartment damaging the door frame.

A criminal defacement to property was reported to have occurred in the 2500 block of Waterbury Dec. 3. Unknown person made entry into the pool house and sprayed paint on the walls, floor and patio furniture.

A burglary occurred at approximately 5:37 a.m. Dec. 5 at Grocer’s Pantry, 7058 Woodward Ave. Unknown person made entry into the business and removed cash.

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TRANSPORTATION

Kirk, Coats stress Illiana to keep region competitive Senators highlight economic importance of proposed $1.5 billion highway project commercial traffic bypass the Chicago metropolitan area.

U.S. Senators Mark Toll revenues for the Kirk, R-Ill., and Dan new roadway are Coats, R-Ind, joined estimated at between other Illinois and Indiana $2.4 billion to $3.8 leaders Dec. 6 at the billion over the life Union League Club of of the public-private Chicago to highlight the U.S. Senator partnership contract. economic importance Mark Kirk, R-Ill “Anyone who has of the proposed $1.5 driven down the billion Illiana project. corridor knows this is “The Illiana already a congestion expressway would add point,” said Coats. approximately 9,000 He stressed the construction jobs to Illiana project is a our area,” said Kirk.“The way to keep the vision here is to build a region economically drag strip to the eastern competitive. “This market.And we will have action is taken out an estimated 854,000 U.S. Senator of our concern that people coming to this Dan Coats, R-Ind those looking to region in the next 30 expand will look years, so we won’t have elsewhere.” any issues getting the toll money The Chicago Metropolitan in this area.”

Agency for Planning’s It’s estimated that the proposed Metropolitan Planning 47-mile toll way, stretching from Organization Policy Committee Interstate 55 near Wilmington already approved the Illinois in Will County to Interstate 65 segment of the project on Oct. in Porter County, Ind., would 17. Meanwhile the Northwestern generate about $1.3 billion in Indiana Regional Planning wages over that 30-year period.

Commission Transportation Additionally officials estimate Policy Committee (NIRPC) it could generate $1 million in approved the plan on Dec. daily travel time savings and help 3. If NIRPC votes in favor of

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including the Illiana Expressway project in its long-term regional comprehensive plan Dec. 12 the project could break ground as early as 2015.

“The buildup of the intermodal facilities in Will County happened at the end of the economic boom,” said Will County Board member Don Moran, D-Romeoville.“Right now, it’s the largest inland port in North America, but the ability to move trucks between the intermodal facilities is becoming increasingly difficult.”

Moran went on to say it would be cheaper to address the issue of congestion now than to wait

for the problem to get out of hand when the cost of fixing it becomes prohibitively expensive.

He said this would ensure the region remains “the center of the universe for freight traffic.”

As for concerns the project would burden area taxpayers, both Kirk and Coats stressed the public-private partnership contract would prevent that.With Coats saying that federal funding is in short supply for highway projects and that tax revenues for gas has been steadily declining.

“Right now, we’re experiencing (political) gridlock in Washington, D.C.,” said Kirk. “Our goal is to

move forward on this.”

Coats agreed, and said publicprivate partnerships are the future for projects like Illiana.

However Kirk also said whether Illiana becomes a priority project would depend on the private investor market.

Concerning overdevelopment and the impact Illiana would have on the environment of the region, Kirk said it would be up to each individual municipality make sure their community’s concerns were addressed.

“I don’t know any road built that hasn’t been controversial,” said Kirk.

Quinn signs pension reform bill into law Overhaul of pension systems aimed at fixing Illinois’ $100 billion debt

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

Gov. Pat Quinn signed into law last week a major overhaul of the state’s government worker pension systems aimed at fixing Illinois’ $100 billion debt.

Quinn signed the bill during a private ceremony in the Thompson Center in downtown Chicago Dec. 5. Lawmakers anticipate the law’s reforms could bring $160 billion into

state pension over the next 30 years.

“Since I took the oath of office, I’ve pushed relentlessly for a comprehensive pension reform solution that would erase a $100 billion liability and restore fiscal stability to Illinois,” said Gov. Quinn in a statement after the Illinois General Assembly passed the pension reform bill Dec. 3.“Today, we have won.The people of Illinois have won.”

The new law takes effect June

This led to multiple 1. It will increase credit downgrades the retirement on state finances.

To age for younger prevent this, the new workers, scale law allows pension back the annual participants to sue if cost-of-living officials fail to make the increases for necessary payments most retirees and to keep the retirement establish a 401(k)funds. styled option for State pension funds a limited number Gov. Pat Quinn impacted by the new of workers. It legislation will include would also skip Illinois General Assembly some annual retiree increases, employees, the Teacher’s depending on when they retire.

Retirement System, Illinois For years governors and Municipal Retirement Fund, lawmakers pushed the state’s state employees, state university debt higher as they neglected payments into the state’s employees, downstate teachers pensions. and judges.

“Senate Bill 1 is attempted pension theft, and it’s illegal.

Once overturned, its purported savings will evaporate, and the state’s finances and pension systems will be left in worse shape,” said a statement released by “We Are One,” a union coalition that represents the Illinois Education Association, Illinois Federation of Teachers, Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois, the Illinois Police Benevolent and Protective Association, Fraternal Order of Police and other union organizations.

Unions are expected to challenge the constitutionality of the new law.

Take 5 Crossword Puzzle

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Down 17-, 27-, 43- and 57-Across 39 Not left out of 40 Pallid 41 Latvian capital 42 Move with ease 43 Biding one’s time 47 Like pretentious gallery-goers 48 Crime against one’s country 52 Follow 54 Carson’s predecessor 55 Mary’s little lamb, perhaps 56 Cabernet containers 57 Informal name for the double bass 60 Correct copy 61 Native Alaskan 62 Got long in the tooth 63 A bit blue 64 Garb at the Forum 65 Raises, say

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Actuality.”

10 Golf tournament first played in 1895 11 Portmanteau region between Dallas and Little Rock 12 Solemnly swear 13 Ones in a pecking order 18 They have strings attached 22 Regulus, for one 24 “Beg pardon ...”

25 Leigh Hunt’s “__ Ben Adhem” 26 Linen fiber source 28 WWII torpedo craft 29 Cupid’s Greek counterpart

30 Portable shelter 31 Hems but doesn’t haw?

32 Jai __ 33 Hard to believe 37 Moral lapses 38 Punk star __ Pop 39 Mite 41 Marriage or baptism 42 Dearie, in Dijon 44 Reliable 45 Milano’s land 46 Botanists’ scions 49 Swamp grass 50 Young bird of prey 51 Non-negotiable things 52 On any occasion 53 Zippo 54 Socket insert 57 Bridle piece 58 Half dos 59 Gentle application

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Horoscopes Grin and bear it.

Situations may arise this week that you cannot change no matter how much you may want to. Focus your energies on more constructive pursuits to avoid needless frustration.

Don’t get caught up in double talk. Steer clear of conversations in the coming week that may be designed to cloud the facts rather than enlighten. Be confident in your abilities, as fear or doubt may affect your judgment.

Have a purpose. Don’t waste valuable time and resources on a project unless there’s a worthwhile reward at the conclusion. Save important decisions for later in the week, as new information will likely make your choice easier.

Don’t go splitting hairs. Today you’re able to find fault with just about everything but that doesn’t mean you should let everybody know it. Concentrate on being helpful and constructive rather than critical in the week ahead.

Rats are the first to desert a sinking ship. Things may not appear to be going your way this week, but see how events unfold before you head for the lifeboats. Don’t take criticism too seriously.

Just because you hear something doesn’t make it true. The latest gossip this week may have you ready for action, but first consider the sources and do some fact checking before you believe any of it.

It’s all in the details.

You may complete your goals by using shortcuts, but in your haste you may be neglecting the key components that will make it a success. Later in the week, make sure you’re adequately prepared before starting anything new.

Remember who you’re talking to. Your friends will likely just tell you what you want to hear this week, but those who aren’t will tell you only what they want you to hear.

Do your own homework to get to the heart of the matter.

Stick to your guns. It may be simpler to compromise your principals over the next few days, but your integrity would suffer in the process. You may find it more difficult to remain ethical but ultimately it will be for the best.

Bide your time. You may have come up with an absolutely foolproof plan this week, but unless you wait until the timing is perfect to set it in motion, you’ll end up the fool. Remember to expect the unexpected.

Know your limits.

Some circumstances are simply beyond your control and though you may want to change them, you can’t. Instead of trying to achieve the impossible this week, concentrate on working toward practical goals.

There’s always hope.

Even if all your companions have resigned themselves to the bleakest outcome, hold out that it will all turn out for the best. A positive attitude can do wonders to reverse fortunes later in the week.

Sudoku

Jumble

Previous puzzle’s answers

Previous puzzle’s answers

Previous puzzle’s answers

Jumbles: • HOBBY • DRAWL • JUNKET • FELONY

Answer:

The astronaut was successful when he was -“DOWN AND OUT”

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INSIDE: Downers North girls hoops off to 6-1 start, page 12; Downers South wrestling returns pair of state qualifiers, page 13

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Pietrzak a two-sport athlete at USF

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

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Westmont resident Jean Peitrzak is a two-sport athlete for the University of St. Francis in Joliet. He has started three basketball games so far for the Saints.

Westmont’s Jean Pietrzak came in to the 2013 Voyager Media All-Star game at the University of St. Francis with the idea of playing football for the Saints.

After the all-star game was over, basketball also became an option at the Joliet school.

That led him to trying out for the team and has had three starts already this year despite being a freshman.

“The all-star game gave me a big look from the coaches,” Pietrzak said. “I really loved playing here, plus basketball is a passion of mine that I really wanted to pursue. Once the coach saw me play here and wanted me to try out, I took the chance. I loved it.”

It is rare for a college athlete to play multiple sports, especially one after the other, but Pietrzak has been able to do so, partly because he redshirted this year in football.

“A lot of people look at me like this kid is crazy when I tell them I play two sports,” Pietrzak said. “It’s all about time balance. It isn’t about the workload for me, I love doing it. As long as my body keeps feeling good I want to do it. We will have to see how the body feels next year since I redshirted in football this year.”

For the season Pietrzak is averaging 2.4 points and 3.2 rebounds in 18 minutes. He has played in all nine games.

St. Francis faced undefeated Lewis Dec. 4 and Pietrzak got the start, playing 26 minutes and hauling in three rebounds.

The Saints lost to the Division II squad 74-64.

“Our coach wants to play the big games,” Pietrzak said.

“I love playing these big games and I’m glad coach schedules these for us because I want to play against the best competition there is. I want to show people that we can play.

Everyone was telling us we were going to get smacked, but we came in and fought.We think we can turn it around in the second half of the season.”

The Saints are loaded with players who competed in the Voyager Media All-Star game their senior seasons.

Brian Edwards (Joliet West), Jaylen Thompson (Plainfield East) and Edvinas Presniakovas (Plainfield South) all played in the game and are now playing for the Saints.

“It was an easy adjustment for me and the chemistry was there already,” Edwards said. “The All-Star game is always nice to see the top players in the area. With Eddie (Presniakovas) being in the same All-Star game as me, I already felt like we are a team.”

“The familiarity they have with one another helps,” first-year St. Francis coach Ryan Marks said. “They talk about other games and they understand each other. They take pride that there is such good basketball in this area.”

Marks looks to continue recruiting area players.

“There’s so many of them,” Marks said.“You always have a segment of kids who want to go away, but the ones that are interested in staying close to home and like playing in front of family and friends are the ones we need to have on our radar.”

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Sports

Trojans stress defense, team-first mentality

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

Sarah Costello knows why she and her Downers North teammates have won six of their first seven contests prior to the Trojans hosting West Suburban Conference Silver Division foe York on Monday.

Everyone, she said, is adhering to the “there’s no ‘me’ in team” adage.

“We always talk about team and we have each other’s backs, no matter what,” said Costello after DGN dismantled Glenbard West, 67-23, on Dec. 5 to go 2-0 in the WSS.“If someone’s playing bad, we’re all there for them to pick them up, and in the past it

hasn’t been like that. It’s been more individual.”

DGN crushed its first three 2013-14 opponents at the Glenbard East Thanksgiving Tournament by an average margin of 30 points. The Trojans then went on to upend Geneva, a ranked Chicago area team, 4837, before enduring their first loss to Oak Lawn—another ranked club—60-58 in the championship matchup.

“We worked really hard in the preseason to become a team, and we’re finally getting used to being with each other and playing with each other,” said sophomore guard Jaida Green, See TROJANS, page 15

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Downers North’s Lauren Porcelli scored 10 points in a 67-23 win over Glenbard West.

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Downers South returns pair of state qualifiers

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

The bad news for the Downers Grove South wrestling team is the fact that it only returns four wrestlers from last season’s varsity roster.

On the bright side, two of the four are returning state qualifiers.

“We are a young team,” said head coach Rick LeBlanc. ”We have seven sophomores and one freshman starting. We have four guys returning and only two seniors in the lineup.”

The returning state qualifiers are senior Mike Hobbs who posted a 41-6 record last season and went 1-2 at the state tournament, falling to a pair of state medalists at heavyweight, and junior Joe Nugent who was 41-14 last season and also fell to a pair of state placers.

At the Plainfield Central quad last weekend, Nugent was able Mark Gregory/Bugle Staff

See RETURNS, page 15

Downers South’s Patrick Graham wrestles in the 195-pound weight class Saturday at the Plainfield Central Invite.

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Sports

Wolf competes in all-star game

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

For the fourth straight season, SportstownChicago.com posted an All-Star volleyball game that allowed some of the top high school seniors in the Chicagoland area one more chance to play representing their high school teams.

The game was held on the campus of Wheaton College in Wheaton.

Three members of the Voyager Media coverage area competed in the game. All three were recently named to the 2013 Voyager Media All-Area Team.

Competing in the game were Minooka’s Skyler Day, who posted 248 kills, 23 blocks and 27 aces this season, as well as

Bolingbrook outside hitter Krissa Gearing, who posted 420 kills, 37 aces and 472 total points scored this season and Caroline Wolf, the Benet libero who posted 562 digs this season, which is the most all-time in Benet history.

All three players were members of the same team in the game and enjoyed their final game as representatives of their high school teams.

“I pretty much know everyone here and it is great playing with them,” said Wolf, who will attend Wake Forest next season. “It was great playing against Anni (Annika Albrecht) because she is home schooled. I play club with six of these girls, so it was great and it was for a good cause.”

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Caroline Wolf represented Benet at the SportstownChicago.com All-Star game.

Sports TROJANS Continued from page 12 who led a trio of double-figure scorers vs. Glenbard West with 17 points. “The fact that we’ve really worked on our teamwork and work hard is why we’ve been winning.”

Make that teamwork and defense.The Trojans have limited their opponents to just under 36 points per game during their 6-1 start.

“The kids have really worked hard and we’ve picked up our defense,” said second-year coach Stephan Bolt.“Defense has got to be our strong point.We continue to get better at that and we’ve

RETURNS Continued from page 13 to wrestle Plainfield Central’s Nick Nasnebeny, one of the opponents he lost to at state, while Hobbs got an early look at Hinsdale Central’s Brian Allen, the defending heavyweight state champion.

“Our senior heavyweight Mike Hobbs wrestled the defending

WOLF Continued from page 14 The game featured Team White and Team Pink and raised awareness for breast cancer research.

“It felt good playing in our last game for the high school

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still got a long way to go. It’s really early in the season, and if we don’t keep getting better, it really doesn’t matter where we’re at now.The girls are playing hard and they really care about each other.”

Glenbard West did jump out to a 5-0 lead, but the Trojans’ defense—combined with some hot outside shooting from Costello and Green—enabled DGN to pull away by the end of the first period.

The Trojans went on a 16-0 run, with Green connecting on two threes during that stretch— converting a four-point play following one of those treys.

Costello, a senior, finished with 16 points, and sophomore point guard Lauren Porcelli added 10.

Costello, Porcelli and Green each reached double figures by halftime. The trio also combined for 14 steals in the game (Costello and Green five each; Porcelli four). Junior Peyton Winters totaled six rebounds and four blocked shots.

“On offense anyone is a scoring threat,” Costello said.“We trust each other on our shooting.

On defense, we know as long as we stick to our strategies that it’ll work.”

“We want the ball moving as much as we can and we want to attack the gaps as much as we can, too,” Bolt said. “With Sarah and Jaida and Lauren, those three kids can get in the gaps and attack and make defenses commit and pick

up fouls. They did a great job tonight finding each other on the perimeter and making the extra pass to get a great look at the rim.”

The Trojans won their WSS opener, 59-42, on Dec. 3 over Oak Park-River Forest, which had knocked off Fenwick—one of the area’s top teams year in and year out—earlier in the season.

Yet Bolt notes that the Trojans were 2-0 in the conference at this time last season, and ended up going 3-5 the rest of the way. Therefore, he’s not taking anything for granted.

“It was a downward spiral,” Bolt said. “We’ve got to keep getting better every day. That’s the No. 1 thing we have to do is step on the floor in practice and

every game and find a way to get better and learn.”

Rebounding is one area, in particular, that Bolt says needs to improve.

“We’ve got to be able to rebound the ball better,” he said. “(Against) Oak Park, and even tonight on some possessions, we’re giving up two or three offensive rebounds, and stuff like that can’t happen to great teams.

If you truly want to be a great team by the end of the season, we can’t have lapses like that on the glass.

“Oak Lawn was a tough one, too, because we didn’t rebound the ball well and we didn’t defend well. We’re getting better at that.”

state champ and hopefully they will see each other again,” LeBlanc said. “Joe Nugent is a junior and a really solid guy.

He wrestled (Nick) Nasenbeny from Plainfield Central and last year at state he and Nasenbeny tore him up. This time, it was 4-0.”

The state loss for Nugent was a 13-1 major decision.

“Closing the gap is something we talk about,” LeBlanc said.

Overall, the young Mustangs

did not win a match at the quad after not losing the week before.

“We were 4-0 last weekend and this weekend against better competition, we lost all three,” LeBlanc said. “We talked to the kids about competing and going out and battling and they did. In some matches, we are outclassed with state level guys and our sophomores just aren’t there.

They work so hard in practice

and they are learning, so no complaints.”

LeBlanc said he would rather the team lose to tough teams at this stage of the game than beat up on lesser opponents.

“The three programs that are here are really, really solid year in and year out and we will have some guys have hard days,” he said. “But, as a coach, it is nice because the kids see what they did to us and we show them what skills and techniques they

need to work on. Sometimes they just have to see it to believe it.”

He and the team also know that while the ultimate goal is still to get guys to the state meet this season, for some of the young wrestlers, that goal is set for next season.

“We are building toward the end of the season,” LeBlanc said.

“And for some of the guys, we are building for next year.”

and now it is back to club. It was great. I live playing together with kids from all over the state,” said Gearing, who will play next season for Southeast Missouri State University.

Day said she was honored to get the call to play.

“It was an honor and I am blessed to be able to be part of this. It was great to be considered

one of the best,” said Day, who will play at Buffalo University next season. These are the best of the best and that was a lot of fun. It was challenging not having played with the people next to you before, but it was still a lot of fun. It was cool, I got to play with and against some of the kids from my club. It was also really good that I was able to

play against a lot of the biggest rivals.”

All of the players still have work to do before heading off to their colleges, as they will head right into club season.

“I am ready to start club and college. I will miss high school, but it was a good run and I will remember it forever,”Wolf said.

Prior to the All-Star game, the

event featured a showcase for unsigned high school seniors.

The game also featured Team Pink vs. Team White and Joliet Catholic Academy’s Julia Shemaintis, Plainfield East’s Briana McGee and Westmont’s Haley Bueser and Vanessa Possidoni were invited to show their skills to scouts.

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Plainfield North holds off Minooka rally

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

For much of three quarters Plainfield North had things rolling in its Southwest Prairie Conference opener.

It held a 22-point lead midway through the third quarter at home against Minooka Friday.

The Indians fought back though and made it a game. But in the end, it was the Tigers who held on for the 66-58 win.

“When we play well we are a tough team to beat,” North coach Robert Krahulik said. “We have three really good weapons plus a big man that when he is playing well is very good. We’re very deep so when we bring guys off the bench, they can hit shots too.

When we’re playing well, we’re going to be tough to beat. But when we lack focus and don’t play defense, we can get beat by anybody.”

The Tigers (6-0) opened with a 17-13 lead after one quarter as Jake Nowak drilled three threepointers.

“Everybody is hyped in the beginning,” Nowak said.“My shot was going today and it felt good.”

That lead ballooned to 36-22 at the half and was 51-29 in the third before Minooka made its run.

“We were hitting,” said North’s Trevor Stumpe,who had 18 points in the middle two quarters. “We have shooters. And when I drive, people converge on me and I have shooters who can knock down open shots and they were hitting today.”

The Indians answered with the final 10 points of the third quarter and went on a 17-2 run overall to cut the score to 53-46.

“We came in from the locker room and we knew we had to work hard,” Minooka senior Jake Smith said. “We put it together and got some points back, but it wasn’t enough. Our intensity just wasn’t there in the first half and in the second half we felt the pressure.”

“I’m not happy with digging

that big of a hole,” Minooka coach Scott Tanaka said. “If there is a silver lining it is that we were willing to fight and get back into the game. We need to learn to play with a sense of urgency much earlier in the basketball game.”

Stumpe picked up his fifth foul with three minutes left in the game on a Neal Tyrell threepointer. Tyrell made two of three freebies and the score was 57-52.

A Smith three-pointer a minute later, his fifth of the game, trimmed the deficit back to five for the Indians at 62-57. However, the Tigers were able to hold on in the last minute for the win.

“It’s just something that happens,” Smith said of his shooting. “The offense is based around whoever is hot that day. I was just hitting shots today.”

Part of the reason for the slow start for the Indians may have been their inexperience.

“We have a lot of guys who don’t have a lot of varsity experience,” Tanaka said. “However much you say it, you just have to get them out there. It took a little bit of a hit in the mouth for us to get it going, but when we did I think our kids did a good job of fighting.”

Meanwhile, with Stumpe sidelined with the fouls, it forced the younger players to take on a larger role down the stretch for North.

“That was actually good for us for the future,” Krahulik said.

“It shows that we can win with multiple players. It gives them confidence to play at the end of games and not just rely on him.”

“I’m really proud of our guys,” Stumpe said.“I fouled out and am one of the primary free throw shooters, but the other guys stepped up. Coach has us play defense in practice with our hands behind our back, but it didn’t really work out tonight.”

Stumpe finished with 22 points and Nowak had 17 for North.

Smith paced the Indians with 21.

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Sophomore Kyle Speas pulls down a rebound for Plainfield North in its 66-58 win over Minooka Friday.

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Business & Real Estate

Dealing with a boss who overpromises

Q. We’re getting near the end of the year, and my boss has promised his managers he will deliver the moon.

Every day he puts ridiculous pressure on our team to deliver the impossible.

I don’t want to end up unemployed at the end of the year because my boss wanted to look like God to his manager.

How do I manage my boss’s ridiculous demands?

A. You can manage your boss’s ridiculous demands in two steps: 1) Keep your frustrations about his unrealistic promises to yourself. 2) Put your boss in the hot seat to give you the road map to deliver on his promises.

Your boss probably has a great deal of pressure from his management to make his team and his superiors look good. Some managers may even promise the moon because they figure they

may get promoted before they have to deliver.

Be aware that your boss, himself, probably realizes even Superman would disappoint your upper management. You are correct that the last thing you’d want is to end up fired because your boss makes you the fall guy for his crazy promises.

You also probably realize you can’t simply look at your boss, tell him he is nuts, and refuse to help him with his plans.

What you can do is innocently inquire about how your boss would achieve these goals. Make sure you get him to be specific and step-by-step in his instruction.

The first defense of a person who overpromises is to stick to vague instructions.

Don’t let your boss get away with platitudes and grand concepts. Keep looking confused as you query him about how to implement his noble goals.

Most of my clients find it embarrassing to maintain such a deeply confused and inquisitive stance with their boss. But you need to maintain this stance until your boss starts admitting he has overstretched or you will be hung out to dry for not achieving the impossible.

For instance, your boss has promised that your team will “fly” at the next meeting. If you let your boss give you vague lectures on the benefits of flying, you will be blamed when you fail to lift off.

If instead you look confused and ask for the exact steps he has used to fly, he will have to admit ignorance.

If you argue with your boss’s goals or refuse to help him, you will soon be reading the want ads.

If you proceed as if your boss’s goals are realistic and admit you just need some coaching, he will be forced to reconsider his impossible expectations.

I know it would be emotionally satisfying to get your boss to admit

NEWS BRIEFS

member of the Woodridge Special Events Committee, an active volunteer in her church as mass coordinator as well as other roles, served as Board Member on the School District 68 School Board.

Shoup is active in drama through SEASPAR and has had a speaking part in the last four presentations.

He has over 550 volunteer hours at the DuPage Children’s Museum in Naperville.

Lauren Weglarz, Anthony Turrubiates and Anita Cikoch received the Youth Citizen of the Year award.

Former Woodridge Mayor William Murphy received the Citizen of the year award for his five decades of service to the village. Murphy retired in April 2013.

Daniel Warner, Brenda O’Brien, Angie McGrath and Chris Bethel were all named Public Employee of the Year, while Donn Zawacki received the Commissioner of the Year award.

Leo’s Wine and Spirits was named the Business of the Year and the Woodridge Special Events Committee received the award for Association of the Year.

pajamas The Woodridge Park District afterschool program, KIDZ Squad, is collecting pajamas as part of the annual Scholastic Reading Club Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive benefiting the Pajama Program.

The Pajama Program is a nonprofit organization that provides new pajamas and books to children in need - especially those living in group homes, shelters, foster care and orphanages.

Here are some simple guidelines for the pajamas: • Pajamas must be new; • Pajamas in all sizes are needed from newborn to adult; • Pajamas must be in complete sets or nightgowns; and • Pajamas in children’s sizes must be manufactured as pajamas - this ensures that they are flameretardant and safe.

For every pair of pajamas donated, the Scholastic Reading Club will donate one book to the KIDZ Squad program.

Donations can be dropped off at the Woodridge Park District Community Center through Monday, Dec. 23.

Continued from page 5 at noon. The toys will be donated to needy children. For more information, call 630-964-1233.

Woodridge recognizes community during annual awards The village of Woodridge hosted its annual Community Recognition Awards Dec. 3 at Bobak’s Signature Events.

The Community Recognition Program seeks to recognize individuals or groups of individuals for outstanding community service.The service provided must contribute to improving the well being of the people of Woodridge.

Candidates were nominated by any village resident to the Chairperson of the Woodridge Intergovernmental Council. The Council may also select nominees based on its general knowledge of voluntary efforts throughout the village.

The Mayor’s Spirit Award went to Susan Burtnette and Jonathan Shoup. Burtnette was a giving volunteer involved in many efforts throughout the Woodridge community. She was an active

Woodridge Park District Hosting pajama drive

Spring Citizens Fire Academy opens 2014 registration

Share the gift of a good night’s sleep by donating a pair of

The Westmont Fire Department announced open registration

The first defense of a person who overpromises is to stick to vague instructions.

Don’t let your boss get away with platitudes and grand concepts. he has impressed his management at your expense. But this satisfaction will only make your boss your enemy.

If you can choose to appear aligned with your boss’s plan and require him to coach you on implementation, you will keep your job and your boss’s good will.

The last word(s) Q. Is it my imagination or do a lot of my coworkers say one thing, do another and then act like they did what they originally said?

If I’m right, why don’t people see when they do the opposite of what they promise?

for the 2014 Spring Citizens Fire Academy. The Citizens Fire Academy will meet Wednesday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. for eight weeks from Feb. 19 through April 9.

The Citizens Fire Academy program is designed to help citizens better understand the Department’s firefighting and rescue operations, as well as the multitude of services it provides to the community.The eight-week course is not designed to train future firefighters, but educate residents who are interested in gaining an insider’s view of the lives of professional firefighters and EMS personnel.

The course also provides fire safety training for the home and workplace. Participants experience the world of emergency services through hands-on activities.

The curriculum is divided into three areas: classroom participation, hands-on practical training and live fireground activities.

Every aspect of the program is voluntary, so if a participant prefers to observe rather than take part in a particular exercise, the experience will be adapted to ensure that the activity is interesting and enjoyable.

Participants must be at least 18 years of age, of good standing within the community, and reside

A.Yes, you are right.The reason is people are mostly driven by their unconscious mind, which in most people is like the blind spot in their cars. This column is how about how not to get run over by the unconscious (yours and others’)!

(Daneen Skube, Ph.D., executive coach, trainer, therapist and speaker, also appears as the FOX Channel’s “Workplace Guru” each Monday morning. She’s the author of “Interpersonal Edge: Breakthrough Tools for Talking to Anyone, Anywhere, About Anything” (Hay House, 2006).You can contact Dr. Skube at www.interpersonaledge.com or 1420 NW Gilman Blvd., #2845, Issaquah, WA 98027. Sorry, no personal replies.)

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or work within the village of Westmont. There is no fee to attend. For further information or to request an application, contact Chris Hardy at the Westmont Fire Department, 6309816402, or chardy@westmont.il.gov.

St. Mary of Gostyn students selected for Joliet Diocese Festival of Arts Gallery Show Two St.Mary of Gostyn students, eight grader Ben Gartlan of Downers Grove and sixth grader Grace Peters of Downers Grove, have been chosen to represent SMG at the Joliet Diocese Festival of the Arts Workshop and Gallery Show to take place at St. Francis University in Joliet on Feb 22, 2014.

The student artwork will be featured in a Gallery show at the University of St. Francis Arts Center Gallery at the Rialto Theater from Feb. 19 to Feb. 23.

Select students from elementary Catholic Schools within the Diocese of Joliet will participate in art workshops at the University. The four workshops will be taught by University of St. Francis art students and will include: Screen Printing, Painting, Digital Graphic Design, and Photography.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Alysann Farrell; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 13 CH 001878 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/11/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/16/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 09-30-302-030 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7609 Bristol Court Unit D Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-12972.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MIDAMERICA BANK, FSB Plaintiff, vs.

BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST NO. 500212-03, et al.

Defendants.

2012CH 000345 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2013, the Sheriff of Dupage County will on January 7, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Dupage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate.

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4220 Saratoga Avenue, Apartment 108, Downers Grove, IL 60515 The Judgment amount was $116,761.73 Sale terms: 10% due by cash or certified funds at the time of sale and the balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “as is” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, or the Mortgagee of the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA, 180 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60601, Telephone: 312-782-9676, Facsimile: 312-782-4201. Please refer to file number 10082304 I570038

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL U.S. Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Elizabeth Hanson a/k/a Elizabeth Mae Hanson; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 003739 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/20/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/9/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-23-209-052 Improved with Condo/Townhouse COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2811 Hobson Road Unit #1 Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-12747.

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22 THE BUGLE DECEMBER 11, 2013 LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MIDAMERICA BANK, FSB Plaintiff, vs.

BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST NO. 500212-03, et al.

Defendants.

2012CH 000345 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2013, the Sheriff of Dupage County will on January 7, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Dupage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate.

UNIT I-108 IN WESTBROOK WEST CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AND ALSO PART OF LOT 2 IN KALBRIER AND CASSIDY’S SURVEY BEING A PART OF SECTIONS 5 AND 6, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 20, 1948 AS DOCUMENT 545419, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R79-44909, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4220 Saratoga Avenue, Apartment 108, Downers Grove, IL 60515 The Judgment amount was $116,761.73 Sale terms: 10% due by cash or certified funds at the time of sale and the balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “as is” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, or the Mortgagee of the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA, 180 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60601, Telephone: 312-782-9676, Facsimile: 312-782-4201. Please refer to file number 10082304 I570038 Published 11/27, 12/4, 12/11

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL U.S. Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Elizabeth Hanson a/k/a Elizabeth Mae Hanson; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 003739 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/20/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/9/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT 1-4 IN AREA 7 AS SHOWN ON THE PLAT OF SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: LOT L IN WINSTON HILLS UNIT THREE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PARTS OF SECTIONS 23 AND 24, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; WHICH PLAT OF SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R71-1097 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED JANUARY 27, 1971 AS DOCUMENT R71-3181, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. PIN 08-23-209-052 Improved with Condo/Townhouse COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2811 Hobson Road Unit #1 Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-1212747.

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LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Alysann Farrell; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 13 CH 001878 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/11/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/16/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT 2-8 IN BRISTOL COURT CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: PORTIONS OF LOT 1 IN BRISTOL COURT SUBDIVISION, BEING A RESUBDIVISION IN THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R82-48139 AND CORRECTED BY DOCUMENT R8260445, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R83-39777, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. SITUATED IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 09-30-302-030 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7609 Bristol Court Unit D Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-1312972.

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Avoid holiday hazards by planning in advance The holiday season is an exciting time for children but it can be full of stress and anxiety for parents. Medical Memo Dr. Adam H o w e v e r , by Aronson, MD with proper p re p a ra t i o n s and planning, the stress can be eased and many long lasting memories can be created.

One of the first challenges for parents is selecting safe toys for their kids. Each year thousands of children are injured by toys. Most

of the injuries are minor cuts and bruises.

But when toys are dangerous or are used in the wrong way, the injuries can be serious and even life threatening. Following some basic rules and guidelines can help families choose safe and appropriate toys for their children and relatives. Read the labels on the package carefully.

All toys have age range recommendations, and most will have warning labels to provide critical information on proper use.

All toys and parts should be larger than the child s mouth to help

prevent choking. Always avoid toys containing toxic materials that could cause poisoning by looking for non-toxic printed on the label. Protect your child s hearing by avoiding extremely loud toys.

Toys that shoot objects can cause eye injuries or become choking hazards. Hobby kits or chemistry sets may contain dangerous chemicals that could result in burns, fires or other injuries.

They should only be given to children older than 12 who understand how to safely handle these products. Electric toys must all be UL Approved.

Keeping children Safe during the holidays When giving toys to children...

• Consider online shopping to avoid shopping cart injuries

• Follow age range recommendations

While traveling with kids ...

• Avoid toxic materials and make sure to read packaging During holiday shopping ...

• Properly secure child in cart or check and see if store offers kid-friendly carts

• Ensure children are properly restrained during flight in case of turbulence • Make sure seating is acceptable for access routes • Remember to bring proper forms of identification

EDWARD HOSPITAL

Pam Davis elected to state hospital board Davis has been President and CEO of Edward since 1988 Pam Davis,System CEO,EdwardElmhurst Healthcare, has been elected to the Illinois Hospital Association’s (IHA) Board of Trustees as an at-large trustee.

Davis will begin serving her threeyear term on Jan. 1, 2014.

Following Edward Hospital’s merger in 2013 with Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare, she is the System CEO for one of the larger integrated health systems in Illinois – with revenues of about

hospital into a regional medical center with care that rivals that provided by Chicago’s top teaching hospitals.

Under Davis’ leadership, Edward has grown to become the Chicago area’s 8th largest hospital according to

$1 billion, more than 50 outpatient locations across a service area of 1.7 million residents in the west and southwest suburbs, 7,700 employees, nearly 1,700 Pam Davis, physicians on staff and System CEO, Edward-Elmhurst 1,700 volunteers.

Davis has been President Healthcare and CEO of Edward since 1988. In those 25 years, Crain’s.

Pam transformed Edward from Edward has earned a reputation a relatively small community as a regional and national

healthcare leader by providing advanced cardiac care at Edward Heart Hospital, state-of-the-art cancer diagnosis and treatment at Edward Cancer Center, world class stroke care through the Edward Neurosciences Institute in affiliation with the Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation and behavioral health services through Linden Oaks at Edward.

Edward has been a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence since 2005 and was re-designated as such in 2010.

Davis holds a BA in Economics/ Social Studies and an MA in

Hospital and Health Services Administration from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa.

The IHA Board of Trustees is the Association’s policymaking body.

The Board is made up of 31 trustees, including 15 at-large trustees elected by the voting members of the Association, nine regional trustees elected directly by the regions, six elected officers (chair, chair-elect, immediate past chair, immediate past, past chair, treasurer, and secretary), and the Association’s president and CEO ex-officio.

Byrne, Kottmann named System VPs for Edward-Elmhurst Healthcare New positions created from merger of Edward Hospital & Health Services and Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare Bobbie Byrne, MD, MBA, FAAP has been named System Vice President and Chief Information Officer, and Bill Kottmann has been named System Vice President of Physician and Ambulatory Network Development for the health system created by the merger of Edward Hospital & Health Services and Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare.

Byrne is also responsible for the Facilities and Construction departments at Edward, and the Edward Cancer Centers in Naperville and Plainfield.

Kottmann is also President of Edward Health Ventures.

After practicing pediatrics for nearly 10 years, Byrne served as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Clinical Solutions for Eclipsys Corporation (now Allscripts), an enterprise software development company. She also was a healthcare consultant for Cap Gemini Ernst & Young.

Byrne received her medical degree from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency in pediatrics at

of Pediatrics Physician Advisory Council for Informatics.

Kottmann joined Edward in 1991 as Vice President of Human Resources and became Vice President of Operations in 1993. In 2005, he was named President of Edward Health Ventures, Bill Kottmann, Bobbie Byrne, MD, System Vice MBA, FAAP System responsible for physician President of Vice President and and ambulatory network Physician and Chief Information development, corporate Ambulatory Network Officer joint venture strategies, and Development all real estate development Children’s Memorial Hospital in and management for Chicago. She earned her MBA Edward. from Northwestern University’s Kottmann is a founding board Kellogg School of Management and member and past chairman of BA in History from Northwestern the Naperville Development University.Byrne,board certified in Partnership and a Fellow of the Pediatrics and Clinical Informatics, American College of Healthcare serves on the American Academy Executives. He holds a BA in

Environmental Science from the State University of New York, an MA in Psychology from Roosevelt University and an MBA from Benedictine University.

The merger in 2013 of Edward Hospital & Health Services and Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare created one of the larger integrated health systems in Illinois, comprised of three hospitals – Edward, Elmhurst Memorial and Linden Oaks at Edward, a behavioral health facility – with revenues of about $1 billion and more than 50 outpatient locations across a service area of 1.7 million residents in the west and southwest suburbs of Chicago.

The system employs nearly 7,700, has more than 1,680 physicians on staff and 1,700 volunteers.

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