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MARCH 26, 2015 VOL. 59 ISSUE 25

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LIBRARY Programming, budget at center of niles library board race Six candidates seeking three open seats

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NEWS niles, Morton grove consider evanston water agreement Proposal from Wilmette, Glenview withdrawn due to Harlem Avenue reconstruction project

Seventh Ward Ald. Marty Maloney named acting mayor of Park Ridge

he City Council voted 5-1 in favor of appointing ald. Marty Maloney the acting mayor of Park ridge, following the sudden death of former Mayor Dave schmidt earlier this month.

as acting mayor, Maloney chose to retain his aldermanic seat on the council and waive the mayoral veto power he would have assumed by appointing a new seventh ward alderman. See tHe full StoRy on page 4

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Programming, budget issues at center of Niles library board race Six candidates seeking three open trustee seats By Joan Rykal for the bugle

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Several of the candidates running for three open seats on the Niles library’s board of trustees appear to be on the same page when it comes to expanding programs, but each brings a different perspective overall. The ballot for the April 7 election includes three incumbents, Board President Morgan Dubiel, Secretary Chris Ball and Trustee Linda Ryan. Newcomers Patti Rozanski, Tim Spadoni and Patrick Leonard round out the race. Each is running for a six-year term. Dubiel has lived in the village for 18 years, is married and has

three children. He has a degree in economics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and works as a general contractor, building manager and developer. Dubiel said he feels the library faces a challenge when it comes to constant and swift technological changes. “We have so much access to information across so many platforms that just being the place for ‘free’ items won’t keep us where the public needs us,” he said. “With that in mind, we continue to develop into a ‘public commons,’ where people can come to study, learn, have fun and interact with other like-minded people in a safe, healthy and comfortable environment.” Dubiel added that spending is always a challenge, as there are many different technologies the library could purchase. “It can be too easy to spend other people’s money, without thinking,”

he said. “You don’t want to spend money on unproven technology. We let our staff do small experiments to see what works and what patrons like.” Ball, a 16-year resident of the village, is married and has two sons. He has worked in distribution and sales in the commercial floor covering industry for the past 28 years. The incumbent agrees with Dubiel when it comes to staying relevant in regard to technology, as well as making wise decisions with taxpayer money. “It is important that we do not adopt a new technology or process only to abandon it because it was not really what we wanted or expected,” he said. Ball added that it is important to keep a mindful eye on the monies being spent, but said he realizes

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cover story > park ridge

Marty Maloney named acting Park Ridge mayor 7th ward alderman will retain council vote, serve remainder of late mayor’s term By Jonathan Samples bugle staff

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The Park Ridge City Council appointed Ald. Marty Maloney acting mayor for the remainder of former Mayor David Schmidt’s term. Maloney, who is currently alderman of the Seventh Ward, will retain his seat on the council, in addition to his new role as mayor. During the March 16 city council meeting, Maloney told aldermen he planned to carry on the legacy of transparency and accountability set in motion by Schmidt, who passed away suddenly earlier this month. The term runs until May 2017. “I have very large shoes to fill and frankly, I am sad I’m having to fill them,” he said. Aldermen approved Maloney’s appointment in a 5 to 1 vote during last week’s meeting. Third Ward Ald. Jim Smith abstained from the vote, suggesting the council postpone appointing an acting mayor until

after the April 7 election and any newly elected aldermen are sworn in. The lone dissenting vote belonged to First Ward Ald. Joseph Sweeney, who cited Maloney’s decision to retain his position as Seventh Ward alderman after being appointed mayor. “To have a mayor sit in that chair and yet be able to chair a committee, be able to act as a mayor and have the vote is not how the structure of this government was set,” he said prior to the council’s vote. “This government was set with seven aldermen and a mayor; not seven aldermen with one of the aldermen acting as mayor.” Sweeney added that he thought Maloney would do a good job as acting mayor, but thought it necessary he resign his current seat. City Attorney Everette Hill said the Illinois Municipal Code allows the alderman who is elected acting mayor to either resign or retain their former seat on the council. If Maloney had resigned as alderman,

Hill said the now acting mayor would have assumed all mayoral functions and appointed someone to fill the vacancy. By retaining his aldermanic seat, Maloney will function as acting mayor but continue to vote as an alderman. He also will forgo the veto power he would have assumed solely as mayor. “I enjoy having a vote on each issue and clearly that is something that would have to be sacrificed,” Maloney said of his decision to retain his seat. “I don’t think having veto authority is worth that sacrifice.” Hill noted that the Illinois Municipal Code allows an acting mayor to reverse their initial decision and serve exclusively as mayor at any time during the remainder of the term. Marc Mazzuca, Sixth Ward alderman, disagreed with Sweeney, saying he feels the acting mayor would use his mayoral veto if it were necessary. “I think that in the event he sees this body going down a bad path, he won’t hesitate to have his voice heard,” Mazzuca said. “And if it comes to the point where he actually needs to have the power

“Dave, if you’re listening, you might not like it, but it’s my turn to tell you the truth,” Milissis said, fighting back tears. “This city and this chamber will never be the same without you. Farewell my friend, and thank you for all you did for us.” to veto, I believe that he would not hesitate to resign his seat and take a principled stance to make sure that we were going down the right path as a city.” Prior to being elected alderman, Maloney served on the Park Ridge Park District Board of Commissioners from 2003 to 2011. He was elected to the Park Ridge City Council in 2011 and is running unopposed in the April 7 race for Seventh Ward alderman.

Honoring Mayor Schmidt During the March 16 meeting, the city council also presented the family of David Schmidt with a

resolution honoring the late mayor’s memory and municipal service. “On behalf of the city of Park Ridge, we greatly appreciate your dad’s service,” City Manager Shawn Hamilton said to Kevin Schmidt, son of the former mayor. Robert Schmidt thanked the city for their support and the tremendous send off his brother received. “He would have liked that, knowing Dave,” the mayor’s brother said. “I hope we see, going forward, some of the activity of my brother’s life, and the activity and the passion that he brought to the position of mayor.” After the presentation, aldermen offered a few fond memories of the late mayor. Second Ward Ald. Nicholas Milissis shared a humorous impression of one of Schmidt’s favorite phrases, “You might not like it, but I will tell you the truth.” “Dave, if you’re listening, you might not like it, but it’s my turn to tell you the truth,” Milissis said, fighting back tears. “This city and this chamber will never be the same without you. Farewell my friend, and thank you for all you did for us.”

police > niles

Former officer convicted in ‘09 theft Prosecutors say William Christie stole $1,700 from deceased man

department moved quickly to investigate the incident and arrest Christie. He said the response and conviction A former Niles police reflect positively on the officer was convicted of efforts of the Niles Police stealing $1,700 from a Department and the Cook deceased man at a Niles County State’s Attorney’s YMCA facility in November office. 2009. The incident took place The Cook County State’s in 2009 with Christie Attorney’s Office said last responding to a call that week that William Christie, William Christie a resident at the YMCA 53, was found guilty of Photo Courtesy the Cook facility had died in his one count of felony theft. of County Sheriff’s room. Prosecutors said His sentencing date is Department Christie closed off the scheduled for April 6. “The Niles Police Department room and told the facility’s staff that was shocked and saddened that access to the room was prohibited. The officer attempted to enter one of our officers engaged in this type of misconduct,” said Dennis the room numerous times over McEnerney, Chief of Police with the the next several days, according to prosecutors Staff at the facility Niles Police Department. McEnerney added that the became suspicious of these By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @BugleNewspapers

attempts and contacted the Niles Police Department. After placing hidden surveillance equipment in the room, investigators recorded Christie entering the room and stealing cash from the deceased victim. Financial records obtained from the officer’s credit union indicated that Christie deposited just over $500 of coins into his account the day after he committed the theft, according to prosecutors. Investigators determined that Christie stole approximately $1,700 in total. Additionally, prosecutors said Christie contacted the victim’s sister shortly after the theft, identified himself as a Niles police officer and offered to clean out the deceased man’s room. He then forwarded $274 to the sister, who lived out of state, along with a note saying that amount is the total amount of money recovered from the victim’s room.

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village news > Niles, Morton Grove

Niles, Morton Grove consider Evanston water supply agreement Wilmette, Glenview proposal withdrawn due to Harlem Avenue reconstruction project By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @BugleNewspapers

The villages of Wilmette and Glenview last week withdrew a joint proposal to Niles and Morton Grove for a long-term water supply agreement. In a joint press release, the villages of Niles and Morton Grove announced the decision by Wilmette and Glenview to withdraw their proposal. Wilmette and Glenview cited the timing of a reconstruction project on Harlem Avenue as the basis for their decision, the release went on to say. In 2014, Niles and Morton Grove received joint proposals for longterm water supply agreements from the city of Evanston and the villages of Wilmette and Glenview. Morton Grove also received an individual proposal from the villages of Wilmette and Glenview, which has not been withdrawn. Niles and Morton Grove, who currently purchase water from the city of Chicago, said both of these proposals offered significant savings, compared with Chicago. Morton Grove’s contract with Chicago ends in 2018 and Niles’ contract expires in 2019. The villages said Chicago’s water rates have increased by 114 percent since 2008. “Due to these increases, our

close proximity, the opportunity to share costs and possible economies of scale, Niles and Morton Grove are exploring alternative water supply agreements,” officials from Niles and Morton Grove said. Niles Mayor Andrew Przybylo and Morton Grove Mayor Dan DiMaria formed a review committee made up of top-level staff from each village to analyze the proposals. The villages also retained William Balling of WRB, LLC Consulting and Management Services, and Barbara Adams of Holland & Knight, LLP. Under the Wilmette and Glenview proposal, water would have been supplied from Wilmette’s water treatment facility and transported to Morton Grove and Niles through an existing Wilmette-Glenview transmission system, as well as a new water main to be constructed along Harlem Avenue. In addition to paying Wilmette for the cost of water, Morton Grove and Niles would have paid an additional fee to Glenview to transport the water through its system. Niles and Morton Grove would also be responsible for the cost of constructing the Harlem Avenue water main and certain improvements at the Wilmette treatment facility.

The release stated that Evanston has offered to sell Niles and Morton Grove water directly at its treatment plant. The villages would need to construct a new water main, which they would own, in order to transport the water from the Evanston plant. Water from Evanston would cost significantly less than water from Wilmette and Glenview, according to the release. However, this lower price tag would be initially offset by the cost of constructing the water main. The Wilmette-Glenview proposal offered more savings initially, as well as lower construction costs. The review committee raised concerns over the capacity of the Wilmette treatment facility and asked for additional information in order to determine the ongoing costs of delivering water through the Glenview system. Niles and Morton Grove said the Evanston proposal offered the most savings over a 30-year contract, particularly once the debt for the water main were paid. “Further information is needed to determine the feasibility and cost to construct the transmission main and to consider financing options for this large scale project,” the release stated. Niles and Morton Grove will continue to consider Evanston’s proposal, and Morton Grove will evaluate its stand-alone proposal from Wilmette and Glenview. The villages said a final decision is expected sometime in the next 60 days.

www.cookcountycrimestoppers.org • 800.535.stop Thursday, M arch 26, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Niles, Park Ridge and Morton Grove police departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

Niles Omar Cisneros-Reyes, 36, 4314 S. Maplewood, Chicago, was arrested at 9:40 a.m. March 14 in the 6700 block of Touhy Avenue for no valid driver’s license.

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Philip Y. Sangalang, 60, 5700 Main, Morton Grove, was arrested at 2:08 a.m. March 14 in the 8300 block of Oakton for driving under the influence of alcohol.

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Cedric O. Vaillacorta-Evora, 20, 2438 N. Kildare, Chicago, was arrested at 8:12 p.m. March 13 at Golf Mill Mall for retail theft.

Joseph J. Flynn, 26, 8761 Osceola, Niles, was arrested at 5:28 p.m. March 13 in the 7000 block of Touhy Avenue a traffic arrest warrant for failure to appear.

Park Ridge A 17-year-old from Park Ridge was arrested at 9:16 p.m. March 14 in the 300 block of South Vine for zero tolerance – alcohol.

A 16-year-old from Niles was arrested at 8:40 p.m. March 14 in the 300 block of South Vine for zero tolerance.

Jill A. Daly, 25, of the 6000 block of North Overhill, Chicago, was arrested at 2:15 p.m. March 12 in the 700 block of North Elmore for failure to control an animal. Sara Morales-Santana, 41, of the 10500 block of West Touhy, Rosemont, was arrested at 4:46 p.m. March 11 on Potter and Dempster for no valid driver’s license and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

Karina Ramirez-Garcia, 21, of the 600 block of Beau Court, Des Plaines, was arrested at 9:36 p.m. March 10 on Western and Granville for disobeying a stop sign, no driver’s license and no insurance.

driver’s license and obstructed rear windshield.

Morton Grove Julie Ferraresi, 33, of Chicago, was arrested on March 18 on Dempster and Narragansett Avenue for driving while license suspended.

Anthony L. Baltimore, 24, of Streamwood, was arrested on March 17 in the 9000 block of Waukegan Road for driving while license revoked.

Ricardo Douglas, 23, of Skokie, was arrested on March 16 in the 5600 block of Oakton for driving while license suspended and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Arlind Peci, 25, of Lake Forest, was arrested on March 15 on Washington and Foster for DUI. Marsid Xeka, 26, of Chicago, also was arrested for possession of cannabis, drug paraphernalia and a controlled substance.

David Shamoel, 30, of Skokie, arrested on March 14 on Dempster Street and Ferris for suspended registration.

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Ewa M. Furmanczyk, 54, Beach Park, was arrested on March 13 in the 8900 block of Oleander for suspended license.

Alex D. Berbero, 27, of Chicago,

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Lazaro Diaz, 36, of the 1400

10 block of North Hamlin Avenue,

Chicago, was arrested at 2:13 p.m. March 10 in the 1500 block of North Northwest Highway for no valid

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Scott Dziedzic, 28, of Chicago,

Gino B. Catallo, 19, of Niles, arrested on March 12 on Dempster Street and Austin for possession of paraphernalia.

14 was arrested on March 15 at 19 was Classic Bowl, 8530 Waukegan Road, for criminal damage to property.

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parK ridge toastmasters meeting & guest nigHt. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at 1st United Methodist Church, 418 W. Touhy, Park Ridge. Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? If so, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-bydoing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. Admission is free and snacks will be served. For more information, call 312-560-9921 or 847-987-1875 or visit www.parkridgetoastmasters.com.

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citizens of Park Ridge to honor his memory by supporting Marty Maloney and continuing the long road ahead of keeping city government diligent to solve its very real problems with equally real and effective solutions. One of Dave’s great successes was pulling together to create a supportive team and a coalition. Let’s all support Mayor Maloney in the tradition that his predecessor began six years ago by pulling together for this great city. Jean dietsch former campaign Manager of david Schmidt

something good, bad or strange with Maine township electric deal My electric rate is slightly less than the newly negotiated deal with Constellation Energy. Not much, minor actually, but it bothers me. I want to know why the money saving rate is actually higher. Thinking I did something wrong, I email them. My question was simple. Did I do something wrong in my calculation? For the sake of brevity, I will not include a monetary example. I emailed four times: Twice to Constellation and twice to Maine

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was a winner. Having worked on his prior campaign, I saw an impressive dedication as a candidate. He fought for his beliefs, even when he knew they wouldn’t be popular or easy. Viewing his first term as mayor, I witnessed him work just as hard, living up to the promises he had made to his constituents. This consistency motivated me to support him at the highest level possible for me. Dave was for solving real problems with genuine, albeit difficult solutions. This required a truthfulness that I found refreshing. I know that Dave would want the

spring egg sCramble. 9:30 a.m. at the Golf View Recreation Center, 7800 N. Caldwell, Niles. Bunny will scatter eggs filled with lots of goodies. Remember to bring a basket to collect your eggs. All pre-registered children

Township. I never got the courtesy of a reply, let alone an explanation. Four times over a long period of time since the first letter came. Now I wonder why? Now my question has become “is something crooked going on,” and I do wish someone would investigate. I know I can call, but I am entitled to the courtesy of a reply to my correspondence by someone who will give me an explanation and not read a boiler-plate speech. I know I have the

will receive a goody bag. There will be complimentary refreshments for all to enjoy. The scramble will take place indoors in case of inclement weather. Fee: Resident $8; nonresident $10. Ages: 1-8 years old. For more information and to register, call 847-967-1529 or visit www.niles-parks.org. des plaines valley geologiCal soCiety’s 50tH annual sHoW. At the Des Plaines Park District Leisure Center, 2222 Birch St. There will be a kids room, live demonstrations, educational exhibits, food will be available, raffles, silent auction, fine gem, mineral dealers and gold panning. Free parking. Admission: $3 adults, $2 seniors, $1 students with school I.D. and children under 12 with accompanying adult are free. For more information or directions, call Lois Zima at 847 298-4653 or Frank Lavin at 815 298-9178.

right to not change, but I have the right to ask, and get a reply, about why the benefits negotiated do not apply to me. Or, an explanation of what I am doing wrong in my study. By the Way, one more detail, both Constellation Energy and ComEd are owned by the same company, Exelon. Should my question actually be, is this a sneaky way to increase rates? Barry Roseth unincorporated Maine township

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des plaines valley geologiCal soCiety’s 50tH annual sHoW. At the Des Plaines Park District Leisure Center, 2222 Birch St. See above for more detailed information.

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Kids Club KiCK oFF party. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Center Court at the Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. Golf Mill Shopping Center is pleased to announce the creation of the Golf Mill Kids Club. Free to join, the Golf Mill Kids Club will feature activities for elementary school-aged children and their families. Kids Club will kick off in 2015 during Spring Break Week, holding daily activities March 30 through April 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission for each day of the

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Winning 4-member team will each win weekend passes to Chicago Comics & Entertainment Expo

Do you know the town The Simpsons live in? How about the name of the spacecraft in Star Trek? OK, so those are easy, but you can test your Pop Culture

knowledge at the first Voyager Media Publications Pop Culture Trivia Contest to be held Wednesday, April 1 at Hollywood Palms Theater, 352 S. Route 59, Naperville. Teams of four will compete against each other for the grand prize of three-day passes to C2E2, The comic and entertainment convention at McCormick Place April 24-26 in Chicago. Other door prizes will be given during the evening. Teams of four MUST pre-

register to play by calling 815436-2431, ext. 112, or online at buglenewspapers.com/C2E2 by March 25. Team members need to be 14 years of age or older. Space is limited, so call early before the slots fill up. There will be six rounds of trivia, including Movies, Comics, TV Shows, Wrestling and Gaming. Participation is free, but one food or drink item is required per person. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Contest begins at 6:45 p.m. No walk-ins accepted.

police > niles

Police say telephone scammers claiming to be IRS Department has received numerous reports from residents By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @BugleNewspapers

If you get a call from someone claiming to be with the IRS asking for a payment, here’s what to do: If you owe Federal taxes, or think you might owe taxes, hang up and call the IRS at 800-829-1040. IRS workers can help you with your payment questions. If you do not owe taxes, call and report the incident to TIGTA at 800-366-4484.

Niles police are telling residents to be on alert for a potential Internal Revenue Service phone scam. The police department said on Wednesday it has received recent reports that people claiming to be from the IRS have been contacting area residents. Callers use common names and fake IRS badge numbers and may know the last four digits of the victim’s Social Security number, according to police. “If you should receive such a phone call the simple thing to do is to hang up,” Niles Police Sgt. Robert Tornabene said in a release. “Do not at any time give them credit card information, social security numbers or go and purchase a secured credit card.” The department noted that the callers committing the fraud can make the caller ID information appear as the IRS, and the scammers may send

fraudulent IRS e-mails in order to make the phone calls appear legitimate. Someone claiming to be a police officer or from the department of motor vehicles, with fake caller ID information, may make a follow up call, the department added. The Niles Police Department Crime Prevention Unit said residents who are contacted by someone claiming to be from the IRS should hang up and call the IRS at 800-366-4844 to confirm the validity of the contact. The IRS typically contacts people first by mail, not by phone, about unpaid taxes. Additionally, the IRS will not ask for payment using a prepaid debit card or wire transfer. The IRS also will not ask for a credit card number over the phone. “When in doubt at any time we urge you to contact the Federal Trade Commission to determine if you may be potentially a victim of a scam,” Tornabene said.

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education > district 64

Teacher at Field School named village news > niles Golf Road resurfacing set to Golden Apple Award finalist Julie Chalberg is second District 64 teacher to earn honor By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @BugleNewspapers

A first-grade teacher at Field School was named 1 of 30 finalists for the 2015 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching, according to Park Ridge-Niles School District 64. Julie Chalberg, who has been with the district for seven years, is the second District 64 teacher to be named a Golden Apple finalist. In 2009, Debbie Graziano, now a Channels of Challenge teacher at Roosevelt and Washington schools, was named a finalist as a secondgrade teacher at Carpenter School. “Golden Apple celebrates teachers who make a difference in the lives of students, and we couldn’t be prouder that Julie was selected for this honor,” said District 64 Superintendent Laurie Heinz. Now in its 30th year, the awards recognize and honor outstanding teachers for their role in building a stronger, better-educated

Julie Chalberg, a firstgrade teacher at Field School, was named a Golden Apple Award finalist. (Photo Courtesy of Park Ridge-Niles School District 64)

society. This year’s finalists were selected from a pool of more than 600 nominations, and represent grades pre-K through 3 teachers throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Heinz noted that a parent commented that Chalberg ensures that all of her students master the basics, especially reading, so they can continue to progress with their lifelong learning. “At the same time, without them even knowing it, Ms. Chalberg ignites a spark of energy within her students that builds a passion for

learning that remains with them throughout the joys and challenges they experience during their many years of education,” Heinz said in reference to the parent’s comment. The 30 finalists will experience a final round of review and classroom observations prior to the selection and announcement this spring of the 10 award recipients. The selection committee also will conduct interviews with the teachers’ colleagues, supervisors, students and parents. Golden Apple’s award selection committee is comprised of college and university professors, administrators and former Golden Apple Award recipients. Committee members utilize industry and research based professional standards to identify teachers who exemplify the best of the teaching profession. “All of the selection committee members are so impressed by the dedication, passion and drive for excellence in teaching that these finalists have demonstrated,” said Dominic Belmonte, president and CEO of Golden Apple. “They exemplify the powerful role that an outstanding teacher can play in transforming students’ lives.”

education > morton grove

Oakton student recognized for academic excellence Niles North High School alumna named Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Bronze Scholar Oakton Community College student Zainab Khan was named a 2015 Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Bronze Scholar by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. Khan, a resident of Morton Grove, will be honored at the Phi Theta Kappa International Convention on April 18, in San Antonio, Texas. She also will receive a $1,000 scholarship

and a special medallion. The foundation, which sponsors the Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Program, recognizes 50 Gold, 50 Silver and 50 Bronze Scholars, providing almost $200,000 in scholarships annually. Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society administers the Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Program. In the selection process, an independent panel of judges considered outstanding academic rigor, grade point average, academic and leadership awards, and engagement in college and community service. A Niles North High School alumna, Khan is a liberal arts major at Oakton. She is actively involved in the college’s Student Government Association, currently serving as its president. Khan has also served as

senator and secretary during her time at the college. Additionally, she is a member of Oakton’s Emerging Leader Program and was an intern at U.S. Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky’s Glenview district office. “The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation has a long history of providing financial assistance to outstanding students at community colleges,” said J. Mark Davis, the foundation’s president. “We are proud to partner with Phi Theta Kappa and make it possible for deserving students to achieve their educational goals.” Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society is the largest honor society in American higher education with more than 1,285 chapters on two-year and community college campuses throughout the country.

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Construction will result in lane closures and possible traffic delays The Illinois Department of Transportation will start a Golf Road resurfacing project from west of Potter Road to Washington Street on March 30, according to the village of Niles. Contractor Arrow Road

Construction will complete asphalt overlay work in stages, working from West of Potter Road to Western Avenue first, then from Western Avenue to Washington Street. Construction will result in lane closures and possible traffic delays. The village said residents should avoid this section of Golf Road if possible. The project is scheduled to be completed Aug. 1.

transportation

River Road construction project underway Project includes total reconstruction of roadway pavement, installation of new traffic signals The Des Plaines Public Works and Engineering Department announced that Phase 2 of the River Road reconstruction project started this week. As a result, River Road from Touhy Avenue to Henry Avenue will be reduced to one lane of traffic in each direction. The project, which

includes the total reconstruction of the roadway pavement, installation of new traffic signals, roadway lighting, curbs and sidewalks, and will take approximately 18 months to complete. During the reconstruction, the section of road will be reduced to one lane in each direction. Motorists are advised to proceed with caution through the construction area, allow additional time and follow signage and detour routes. Residents are asked to use alternate routes when necessary. For project updates, visit www. desplaines.org/Construction.

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Spring Break at Dee Park offers week of fun for children in grades K-6 The Golf Maine Park District is hosting Spring Break at Dee Park, located on Dee and Emerson roads, in unincorporated Maine Township for area children K-6 March 30 to April 3. Times are from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Dee Park Recreation Center and surrounding grounds. The fee is $160 per child with a minimum of 12 and a maximum of 30 participants. If the minimum

is not met, the program will be cancelled. Children are invited to join in a week’s worth of fun playing games, doing crafts, watching movies and more. Register early since space is limited and usually fills up quickly. Participants must bring a sack lunch and a beverage. For more information, call 847297-3000 or visit www.gmpd.org.

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MARch 21 To APRIL 20

Don’t sweat the small stuff. Minor inconveniences and mistakes are not worth getting worked up over. Roll with adversities when they pop up in the week ahead. Set your sights on achieving lofty and lucrative goals.

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To forgive is divine. Don’t hold past transgressions over someone’s head; move forward with a clean slate. Romantic pursuits may have to take a back seat to business matters for the better part of the week.

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SEPTEMBER 24 To ocToBER 23

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novEMBER 23 To dEcEMBER 22

Make sure what you’re seeing is actually there. You may automatically think the worst about a relationship in the week ahead. The best way to have questions answered is to ask them!

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jAnuARY 21 To FEBRuARY 19

Cooperation makes the world go round. Without solid backing you’ll have a hard time getting the ball rolling on your latest project this week. Point out the shared benefits others will gain from being in your corner.

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AuguST 22 To SEPTEMBER 23

Don’t allow big spending to squash a small budget. It may come down to a choice between doing without some luxuries this week rather than breaking the budget. Pinching pennies can add up to a big savings over time.

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ocToBER 24 To novEMBER 22

The past could come back to haunt you. Unresolved problems or debts could pop up at an inconvenient time this week. Be patient with relationships, as any bumpy patches will inevitably be followed by a smoother road.

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dEcEMBER 23 To jAnuARY 20

Don’t take someone for granted. A loved one may feel slighted or neglected as you focus your attention on other matters. Take some time out to make that special someone feel special this week.

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FEBRuARY 20 To MARch 20

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voyager Media

Local athletes shine in Voyager Media Prep Shootout the 7th annual voyager Media Prep shootout took place sunday at the university of st. Francis in Joliet. Comprised of seniors from the voyager Media coverage area, the teams were selected in the form of a draft between sports editor scott taylor and sports reporter Mark Gregory for the first time. team taylor went on to win both girls and boys games.

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Maine southâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nina anderson scored eight points in the voyager Media Prep shootout sunday.

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girls all-star game

Eshoo, Team Taylor come away winners By mike sandrolini sports reporter

mike@buglenewspapers.com @Voyager_Sport

The annual Voyager Media All-star Prep Shootout, featuring the best senior girls and boys basketball players from the BugleEnterprise Newspapers’ coverage area, has gone with a North team vs. South arrangement since its inception. But this year’s contests, held Sunday at the University of St. Francis’ Pat Sullivan Center, unveiled a completely new configuration. Similar to drafting a fantasy sports team, Voyager Media sports editor Scott Taylor and sports reporter Mark Gregory sat down one day and selected players for their particular boys and girls squads, and also served as their respective teams’ coaches. The inaugural game with this new format was the girls contest, won by Team Taylor, 81-65. “I knew we were going to win,” Romeoville’s Cherish Smith said. “Even though they were big and strong, we were small and fast and smart with the ball.” “It was fun,” Downers South’s Vashae Easley said. “I thought we were going to get swatted tonight because they had all the tall players. We had the guards, so I was surprised we came out with the win. We just kept on shooting. I will miss playing in high school, but am looking to play in college.” Although the look of the game was new, Benet standout Emily Eshoo, who suited up for Team Taylor, continued to do what she’s done best during her brilliant career at Benet Academy: spark her squad to victory. Eshoo, who spearheaded the Redwings’ charge to the Class 4A state championship a few weeks ago, netted a team-high 16 points as Team Taylor overcame an early 10-9 Team Gregory lead with a 6-0 run to grab a 15-10 advantage. Eshoo sank three free throws a little later to put Team Taylor ahead, 22-14. The Bradley University recruit won the game’s MVP award and also was named this year’s recipient of Voyager Media’s Jerry Izzo Character Award, given to a player who displays the class, character and sportsmanship that the late Joliet Catholic Academy coach

displayed himself and expected from his players. “It meant a lot, just knowing all the service work I do gets recognized,” Eshoo said. “But, I don’t do the work to get it recognized. I do it because it feels good and I know I’m doing something right.” Team Taylor opened up a 10-point margin, 26-16, on a jumper by Eshoo’s Redwing teammate, Emma Hlavin. But Team Gregory got back into the matchup with a 9-1 spurt and pulled to within two, 27-25, on a pair of free throws from Plainfield South’s Tyler Everett. “I just liked how all of us played as a team and we had some good shooters,” said Everett, who scored four points and will be playing collegiately at the University of Albany (N.Y.). “Everyone has great speed and everyone is patient with the ball. No one stood around and they pass it.” A bucket from Monifah Davis of Lisle Senior High School then tied it at 27. Lisle is a Class 2A school, yet Davis was able to hold her own, scoring 10 points. “It was tougher with bigger schools and better girls,” said Davis, who’ll be attending and playing basketball at Lincoln (Ill.) College. “It was a lot of competition but it was fun.” The catalyst behind Team Gregory’s run was yet another Benet star, Emily Schramek, who led all scorers with 18 points and chalked up seven straight during that sequence. Schramek and teammate Colleen Pfister (six points) played for Team Gregory opposite their teammates, Eshoo, Morgan Thomalla and Hlavin. “I’m going to miss it (playing for Benet) a lot but I’m happy that we went out with a bang,” Pfister said. “This is a bittersweet moment like Colleen said,” added Schramek, a three-year Redwing starter who is resuming her basketball career at Northern Michigan. “It’s my last time in the uniform, which I played in for four years and there’s not a better way to end it.” “It was kind of strange playing with the five seniors and then playing in front of the underclassmen in the stands,” Eshoo said. “It was awesome to remember all the good times I

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Benet’s Emily Eshoo scored 16 points en route to being the Voyager Media All-Star game’s MVP. have had in this jersey, especially with the seniors who are my closest friends. It was awesome to have one more game with them.” Yet Team Taylor regained the lead, 33-27, late in the first half thanks to six straight points from

Smith. who netted eight in the game. “I enjoyed it a lot,” Smith said. “Even though we didn’t have plays, we still went out there and played how we played. We just set screens or went 1-on-1.”

Eshoo’s steal and layup provided Team Taylor with a 35-31 halftime lead. “I thought it was really fun,” Eshoo said. “It was an interesting

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boys all-star game

Jordan, Team Scott win all-star game By Scott Taylor sports editor

staylor@enterprisepublications.com @Taylor_Sports

Team Scott got off to a fast start and went on to win, 119-98 Sunday at the Voyager Media Prep Shootout at the University of St. Francis in Joliet. In the first all-star game featuring a fantasy draft where Scott Taylor and Mark Gregory picked their teams, it was team Scott that jumped out to 10-1 and 15-4 leads and never trailed in the game. Team Mark cut the lead to three at 23-20 and throughout a good chunk of the first half, before Team Scott took control, 55-41 at the half. “It was great,” Lockport’s Ralph Blakney said. “It was a good experience coming out here and playing with the top guys in the conference and our area. It was great.” “It was a lot of fun,” Plainfield North’s Trevor Stumpe said. “It was a great crowd. We got to play with and against some guys we knew and people got to see players they normally don’t see.” Team Scott consisted of Stumpe, Blakney, Plainfield East’s Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East’s James Claar, Joliet West’s Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West’s Malcohm Hill, Lockport’s Gehrig Hollatz, Plainfield Central’s Logan Ivy and Downers North’s Jordon Kedrowski and Myles Farley. Team Mark consisted of Jake Nowak of Plainfield North, Joliet West’s Jeff Washington and Da’Von Foster, Romeoville’s Damon Harrison, Plainfield Central’s Robbie Brooks, Plainfield South’s Michael Ortiz, Joliet Central’s Kenyon Woodfork, Kewon Ware and Jerry Gillespie and Downers South’s Mantas Augustinavicius. Every player scored in the game. “It was a little weird because we are used to going up against them,” Claar said of some of his teammates. “But it was fun. It was nice getting to meet a few more people.” “It was fun,” Ivy said. “It was nice not to be that competitive and go out and have fun and get some dunks. It’s different. It’s the last time I play a high school game and get to put on this jersey.” Leading team Scott was MVP of the game, Jordan, who knocked

down 20 points. “It feels good,” Jordan said. “Coach (Branden) Adkins asked me if I wanted to do this and I thought about it. It is a way to end the season with a bang and any time I get to put on this jersey, I can’t wait. This is my last time, now I get to put on a U-of-I jersey.” Jordan and teammate Claar enjoyed getting to play one more time together and with some rival teammates. “It was fun,” Claar said. “I got to go up and down the court and got three dunks. It was a fast pace and it was how we played at Plainfield East. It was fun to play one last game before we all go off to college.” “It’s good,” Jordan said. “I’ve gotten to play with and against a lot of these guys since fifth grade. I’ve been able to see the growth in everybody, knowing in the future we’re going to be doing good things.” Contributing to the 119 points, which was two points off the record of 121 set in 2013 by the North squad, was Claar’s 18 and Kedrowski’s 16. “We had some good players on our team, so the attention was on them,” Kedrowski said. “I was able to shoot some rhythm threes. It’s what I do.” “This was my first time in a game scoring 119 points,” Blakney said. “There’s so much talent on the court, you can do anything.” Stumpe (13), Hill (13), Hollatz (12) and Ivy (10) also scored in double figures. “I wasn’t really focusing on points,” Stumpe said. “I just wanted to come out and have fun putting on this uniform for the last time. It was nice to get the win to, I just wish we would have gotten the record.” “It was really fun,” Kedrowski said. “I didn’t expect so many great kids to be here. There were a lot of good players and I like to play with good players, so it was cool. It was nice to get out there and play one more time. It was good to see some of these guys I haven’t seen in a while.” “It was a surreal experience,” Hill said. “I never thought the season would end like this. It was good to connect with all the guys around the area and have fun for one last time.” Ruwoldt added six, Blakney five and Farley had three.

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Plainfield East’s Aaron Jordan scored 20 points and was named the Most Valuable Player of the game. With high school teammates not necessarily on the same team for the first time in the event’s history, it allowed unique matchups, such as Stumpe and Nowak guarding each other. “We’ve been guarding each

other for four years (in practice), so we had to do it one last time, I guess,” Stumpe said. “It was fun.” Harrison led Team Mark with 19 points, while Brooks added 15. “It’s a good way to go out. There were lots of people I knew (here)

and it was a lot of fun,” Brooks said. “The competition (tonight) was pretty good,” Harrison added. “I’m looking at Waubonsie (College)

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14 girls | from page 12 experience being able to play with a bunch of different people that you didn’t really know but got to know throughout the game.” Team Gregory came back to force a 35-35 deadlock after the break on Kelly Carnagio’s deuce. Carnagio (six points) and Alexis Pease (two points) took the court as teammates for the last time in a Minooka uniform. “I thought it was cool to be part of this; it was a really fun experience,” said Carnagio, a four-year varsity player. “We’ve been playing together two years so it was our last game together so it was kind of sad (to see it end).” A basket from Bolingbrook’s Benita Drain (seven points) broke the tie. Davis’ free throw cut team

boys | from page 13 and North Central, but undecided. I just want to continue to develop my game and get better.” Nowak (13) and Woodfork (10) also notched double figures. “The all-star game was a fun way to put the uniform back on and play with some of the guys I’ve been playing with during my high

Thursday, M arch 26, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com Team Taylor’s lead to 37-36, but that would be the closest Team Gregory got the remainder of the game. “I think it went pretty good,” Drain said. “It was good getting to play with the girls I got to play with and play against girls I played with for four years. It was great to get all of the top girls in the area on the same court.” Team Taylor outscored Team Gregory, 14-4, from that point, shooting out to a 51-40 lead. Maine South’s Nina Anderson, who’ll be playing next winter at Illinois Wesleyan University, rifled in consecutive threes, which put Team Taylor in front, 47-40. “I really liked it,” Anderson said. “I never played with any of these girls. It is cool seeing other

competition. I think it really helped me a lot for next year in college because it is a higher level of basketball.” Team Taylor later made it a 20-point lead, 75-55, on an Eshoo putback. Daija Hurks of Bolingbrook also reached double figures for Team Taylor with 11 points, and Downers South’s Ava Porlier had seven. Also playing together for the last time on Team Gregory were Bolingbrook teammates Alicia Gulledge and Parris Bryant, along with Chizua Onua and Mikaela Manson of Plainfield East. Just as the Benet girls faced each other in this game, Gulledge and Bryant found themselves going up against their teammates,

Hurks and Drain. “It definitely feels good to finish the season in our jerseys with a win,” Drain said. “Unfortunately, our season fell a little short, so to say we finished with a win in our jerseys is some bragging rights.” “Playing against Benita and Daija Hurks, it was fun,” Gulledge said. “I’m not used to that because I’m used to them playing on my team but it was fun playing against them.” Team Taylor got eight points from Anderson, who was the lone Niles participant in either game. “It was really cool,” Anderson said. “No one knows about it because they weren’t there, but I liked it a lot. Hopefully they will want to play next year. It was nice to get back out there and play,

which was nice.” Plainfield Central’s Michaela Schlattman and Romeoville’s Jamie Hopper each added five points. “I’m happy to end the season with a win,” Schlattman said. “All of the Benet girls could say that. It was fun to get back to basketball one more game and put the uniform on one more time.” “It was a fun experience,” Hopper said. “We got to play with everyone in the area. Getting to be teammates with these girls was a fun experience. I’ve played against a lot of these girls and it was good to get to know them more. It was fun learning who they were and what they do. “It was an honor to put this jersey on one more time.”

school career,” Nowak said. Yeah (there was trash talking), but it’s all in fun. Everyone knows everybody here so it’s nice to see everybody.” “I think it was fun. I had a dunk at the end. I never had a dunk in a game. It was a fun way to go out,” the 5-11 Woodfork said. “It really hasn’t kicked in yet that it’s my last year of playing high school

basketball.” Ware and Foster each chipped in with eight points, Washington tallied seven, Ortiz had six, Gillespie netted five and Augustinavicius added two. “This is a lot of great competition. You’ve got a lot of great players from all over who want to show their talent. It’s a fun time,” Gillespie

said. “It feels good (to play with Joliet Central teammates) because our season ended early. We just got a chance to play one last time before we all separate.” “It was fun. I would have liked to win it,” Ware said. “It’s bitter-sweet. I’m happy to be here, but it’s also the last time I’m putting on this jersey,”

Augustinavicius said. “It’s been fun. We missed a couple of easy twos in the first half, but it’s been fun.” “It’s really fun getting to play with everybody around the conference and around the area,” Washington said. “It was really fast paced and it (the game) was at an extra level, top-tier players.”

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roundup

Softball, baseball, soccer seasons take flight Niles West won by the slaughter rule on March 18, scoring three runs each in the third, fourth and fifth innings to win 11-1. Valerie Sherman went 3-for-3 with two doubles, Maya Caballero homered and drove in two runs, Alorena Michael, Hope Cherian, Gianna Mahoney and Shannon McHugh (double) had two hits each while Emily Butera doubled and finished with two RBIs. Erynn Modena and Monica Gutierrez both doubled. Caballero went the distance on the mound with six strikeouts. Last Saturday, the Wolves scored five runs in the bottom of the seventh vs. St. Igantius, but St. Ignatius held off the Wolves and won, 13-8.

Caballero (2-for-2, home run, two RBIs) and Cherian (double, two RBIs) had the Wolvesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; only extra base hits. McHugh also drove in two runs. â&#x20AC;˘Resurrection began the season on March 16 with a 17-4 loss to Conant. Joannna Cirrincione went 3-for-4 with two doubles, Caitlin Flaherty and Emily DePaolo each doubled and Shannon Even had an RBI.

BASEBALL Notre Dame traveled to Prospect to open its 2015 season March 19, and the Dons were victorious, 8-3. Sam Ferri and Michael Ferri each went 3-for-4 with Sam (double) driving in two runs and

Michael hitting a triple. Scott Kutschke started the game and went two innings, striking out four. Jim Rimac picked up the win in relief.

GIRLS SOCCER Maine South nipped Stevenson, 3-2, on March 19 as Sarah Inoffo scored twice for the

Hawks. On March 17, the Hawks shut out Elk Grove, 3-0, with goalkeeper Claire Vinopal picking up the shutout win.

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q & a with local athletes

Featuring

Nina anderson basketball & volleyball

What do you use twitter for?? To socialize and communicate with friends. how often do you tweet? I’m on it a lot, multiple times per day. have you ever tweeted anyone famous, or has anyone famous ever retweeted or favorited/ followed you? I haven’t but my sister (Cassie) has. She got a re-tweet from Justin Bieber. Who will win the ncaa Men’s national championship?

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@LewisWBBall: HISTORY! Lewis is going to the Elite Eight for the first time in school history. Lewis defeats Ashland 83-76!

“Congrats to @AJTrey23 for being named to the All State 1st team. Great accomplishment.” seth davis @sethdavishoops “I’m just sorry that Derrick Marks’ college career is over. Has been an honor watching him play for Boise State.” MarK gregory @hear_the_beard “The Brook is headed to State ... 50-49 winner over W Aurora”

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Dave Says

Don’t offer help just yet - they have to figure it out By dave ramsey dave says

www.daveramsey.com @DaveRamsey

Dear Dave, My daughter is in her late twenties, and she has a good job making $50,000 a year. The other day, she told me she has $15,000 in credit card debt and has financed an expensive car she’s upside down on. Her apartment in Omaha costs $600 a month, and she is asking for help to get out of the hole. We tried to teach her

calendar | from page 7 event is free. All children must be supervised by an adult. Children who attend four of the five days will receive one free ticket to Medieval Times (registration required). For information, visit www.GolfMill.com.

MARCH 31

Kids Club - Home Depot Kids Workshop. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Center Court at the Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. Golf Mill Kids Club will feature activities for elementary school-aged children and their families. For information, visit www.GolfMill.com.

APRIL 1

Spring Bake Sale. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Community Center, 7373 N. Caldwell Ave., Niles. The Ladies Philoptochos Society of the St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church has scheduled a spring bake sale. A Lenten lunch will be served both days and a coffee shop will offer attendees a place to sit and enjoy a pastry and coffee. There is no admission and plenty of free parking and attendees can call ahead to place their pastry order for pick up. For more information, call the church at 847-647-8880. Kids Club - Spread the Love. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Center Court at the Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. An antibullying activity with the Niles Police Department. Golf Mill Kids Club will feature activities for elementary school-aged children and their families. For information, visit www.GolfMill.com. Flashlight Egg Hunt. 7:308:30 p.m. at the Golf View Recreation Center, 7800 N. Caldwell, Niles.

hey, a little bit of debt how to handle money, but is better than a whole apparently it didn’t work. lot of debt — especially How do you think I should when the debt is on handle this situation? something that’s going Cindy down in value. After Dear Cindy, that, she can get a partHere’s what I would tell time job and work her her if she were my kid in Dave Says that situation. First, I’m not money advice by tail off until she cleans up the mess she made. paying for your problem to dave ramsey I know all this sounds go away. I’d tell her to sell harsh, but this girl had a the car and get a cheap little beater. She’ll have to get a small good thing going and she screwed loan to cover the difference, but it it up by being impulsive and will rid her of a car payment. And immature. Think about it; she’s

making $50,000 a year, and only $7,200 of that was going toward rent. Her taxes aren’t that much, so where’s the rest of the money going? I’m guessing a big chunk is being wasted on restaurants, goofing off and other stuff she doesn’t really need. Let her wallow in it and worry about things for while first, though. Then, if she’s willing to accept responsibility for her actions, and she starts working hard toward handling her money wisely, you might help her out

Grab a flashlight and head over to Tam O’Shanter Golf Course for some “egg hunting”. Pizza and pop will be served at Golf View Recreation Center before the hunt. After the hunt, ice cream and goodie bags will be passed out. Don’t forget your flashlight and a bag for your eggs. Fee: Resident $10; nonresident $15. Ages: 8 years old and up. For more information and to register, call 847-967-1529 or visit www.nilesparks.org.

feature activities for elementary school-aged children and their families. For information, visit www.GolfMill.com.

Classic Film Series 2015 Ben-Hur. 7-9:30 p.m. at the Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge. Come enjoy classic films as they were meant to be presented: On the big screen. Matthew C. Hoffman, film historian and employee of the Park Ridge Public Library, has presented many popular film series at the Park Ridge Public Library. His previous programs for the Library include Film Noir, Forbidden Cinema, Legends of Laughter, Screen Deco and Crossed Swords. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). Doors open at 7 p.m. 30 minutes prior to showtime. For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.

APRIL 2

Spring Bake Sale. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Community Center, 7373 N. Caldwell Ave., Niles. The Ladies Philoptochos Society of the St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church has scheduled a spring bake sale. See above for more information. Kids Club - Easter Egg Decorating Day. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Center Court at the Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. Golf Mill Kids Club will

APRIL 3

Kids Club - Knights In Training with Medieval Times. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Center Court at the Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center. Golf Mill Kids Club will feature activities for elementary school-aged children and families. For information, visit www.GolfMill.com.

once in a while. Every time she pays off $1,000, you could add $500 to the next payment. But I’d test her resolve first to see if she wants it badly enough! —Dave

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Good Friday Noon Service of Music and Meditation. Noon at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 205 N. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge. The service will feature the Montag Ensemble playing The Seven Last Words of Christ by Franz Joseph Haydn. This marvelous and moving work of musical and descriptive interludes depicts Christ as both Son of God and Son of Man and expresses the struggle of his final hours. For more information, call the church office at 847-825-6659 or visit www.stlukespr.org.

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Upcoming events for Seniors in the community

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Niles Senior Center For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, please check the Naturally Active Program Guides or call the Niles Senior Center at 588-8420. Information about the Niles Senior Center can be found on the Village of Niles Website at www. vniles.com. Click on“Departments” (upper left), and then Click on “Senior” You can now see what’s new at the Senior Center. Advanced registration is required for programs. For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, call the Niles Senior Center at 847-588-8420 Individuals must be a registered member of the Niles Senior Center to receive the member price. Non members are invited to participate in programs at the non-member price. For more information about membership and programs, contact the Senior Center.

Issues in the News • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays This dynamic, refreshing class is led by long time leader of this program, Arlene Golub. This group is filled with folks from all walks of life, retired or not, who want to keep abreast of a broad spectrum of what is occurring locally and worldwide. Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Please call the NSC at 847-588-8420 for more information.

Got the dot? It may save your life Assist first responders with the information they need. Become part of the Illinois Dot Program. The Illinois Dot Program is a statewide initiative designed to provide vital medical information on vehicle drivers and passengers. Information contained on the medical card can assist first responders in the “Golden Hour” immediately following a serious crash. This can very well mean the difference between life and death. For more information, please contact the Niles Senior Center (847 588-8420).

Social Bridge players needed! Every Tuesday, 12:30 p.m., contact Jaymi at the Niles Senior Center for more information.

Park Ridge

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Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge

volunteers needed

Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge. This 35 year old social service agency helps maintain senior citizens in their homes and provides housing

Table Tennis is now at the NSC! Come on in, and play some Table Tennis, also known as Ping Pong! Stop in at the Front Desk for more information.

Niles Rhythm Band members needed! Keep a beat or sing along! Everyone is welcome to join this fun band. Call 847-588-8420 for more information.

Stop in and check out the NEW Media Center! There are 10 new laptops, and an iPad. Volunteer Assistance! Dropin Hours: • Mondays, 1-3 p.m. • Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m. • Thursdays, 2-3 p.m. • Fridays, 1-3 p.m.

Tai Chi Demo Friday, March 27, 10:30am, FREE Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute Certified.

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assistance enabling them to live with dignity and independence. Call Tracy at 847-823-0453. Very flexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

Tuesday, March 31, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $24M/$29NM Ticket fee includes Coach Bus Transportation, $10 Food Voucher, $10 Play Credit, ½ off Buffet. Please bring your ID. Check-in 7:30 a.m. Please do not arrive earlier, the doors will be locked until 7:30 a.m. *5-Hour stay is required for vouchers.

Yoga in Chairs Thursdays, April 2-30, 10:45-11:45 a.m. $18M/$23NM Yoga is all about flexibility… and we are flexible about whether you sit, hold on or stand.

Lite Lunch and Movie “Get on Up” G, 2013, 139 min Friday, April 3, noon. $5M/$7.50NM Lunch includes a chicken Caesar salad, roll and dessert. “A chronicle of James Brown’s rise from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history.” – IMDB

Rules of the Road Monday, April 6, 1-3 p.m., FREE By Illinois Secretary of State Office.

Lab Screening by Lutheran General Hospital Monday, April 13, 9:00am11:00am. $65M/$70NM CBC, CMP, Lipid Panel, Thyroid (females only) and PSA (males only). Results will be mailed directly by the hospital to your physician. Please bring your physician’s name, address and phone number. Light breakfast will be provided.

Maine South Dance Performance Wednesday, April 14, noon, $1M/$2NM The Maine South Dancers are returning to the Center to perform a number of their original choreographed pieces. You’ll feel like you’re in the audience of

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T h ursday, M arch 26, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com seniors | from page 20 Dancing With the Stars as you enjoy both large ensemble, and smaller group production spotlighting a variety of dance styles. There may also be a few surprise performers. This is a show that must not be missed. Light refreshments will be served after the show.

Men’s & Women’s Golf Kick-Off Meeting An informative meeting about this year’s golf season. Refreshments served, raffles, and more! New participants are welcome! After the meeting you can register for outings. Men’s – Wednesday, April 15 10:30 a.m. Women’s – Friday, April 24 10:30 a.m.

Billy Elliott at the Drury Lane Theatre Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $71M/$76NM. Based on the internationallyacclaimed smash hit musical. Billy Elliott follows a young boy as he trades in his boxing gloves for dancing shoes. In a small town in the English countryside, Billy discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and his whole community, and changes his life forever. The musical phenomenon is set to an explosive hit score by Elton John. Don’t miss this joyous celebration of one boy’s journey against the odds to make his dreams come true! Lunch is included, choice of roast strip loin with merlot mushroom sauce or chicken breast marsala.

Introduction to Facebook Monday, April 20 10-11:30 a.m. $2M/$3NM Learn what Facebook is used for and create your own Facebook account! We will discuss privacy, photos, inviting “Friends” etc…

Instructor: Jaymi Blickhahn

Men’s Club Meeting Monday, April 20, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., $5M/$7.50 Speaker: From Ed McElroy’s Office. Enjoy a hot dog lunch with chips and dessert.

Annual Rummage Sale Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Come one, come all to the NSC’s Annual Rummage Sale. There will be over 40 vendors! Raffles to be won! $2.00 hot dog lunches for sale, while supplies last. Open to the public! If you are interested in reserving a table to sell the many treasures in your home that you no longer use, please call Jaymi at 847-588-8420 as soon as possible. A $5.00 donation per table is required at time of reservation. All donations will go to the Niles Food Pantry. Space is limited! Table reservations are on a first come, first serve basis.

Women’s Club Meeting Monday, April 27, 11:30 a.m. $5M/$7.50 Lunch includes an ham sandwich, potato salad and dessert. Entertainment will be Lisa Starr performing a fun, exciting show.

Park Ridge

Senior Center Senior Center Memberships

Senior Center membership begins at age 55. Our quarterly new and prospective member meetings will you give information on the many activities, programs, events and services offered. Membership dues are: Single: $47 Resident, $67 NonResident Couple: $72 Resident, $100 NonResident Over 90 Single: $23.50 Resident, $33.50 Non-Resident Over 90 Couple: $36 Resident, $50 Non-Resident Enjoy these Senior Center Membership benefits: Priority registration and special rates for Active Adult programs, events & trips; A drop-in social center open 7 days a week; Free members-only unique monthly programming and activities; A variety of free clubs for many interests and hobbies; Monthly Newsletter delivered to your home; and Volunteer Opportunities. Enjoy these facility amenities as a Senior Center Member: Large meeting hall; Classrooms; Full service kitchen; Stage with sound system; Ceramic room and kiln; 2 large screen TVs; Game

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Stanislaw Budzinski Stanislaw Budzinski, age 88, beloved husband of Waclawa, nee Kotowski; loving father of Wesley (Ursula), Janice (Al) Mazewski, Vincent (Anna), Casey and Stanley; cherished grandfather of Lesley, Kristine (Luke), David, Alaina, Brittney, Candice, Douglas, Laura, Michael, Alexandra, Christopher, Samantha, Vanessa, Sarah and Stanley; great grandfather of Matthew, Isabella, Jenna and Lucy; and dear brother of Zofia Kowalska, the late

Anna (the late Leon) Soszko, Julian (the late Waleria), Szczepan (Genowefa) and Apolinary (Henryka). Visitation was Sunday, March 15, from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Funeral was Monday, March 16, at 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Budzinski was a longtime active member of The Polish National Alliance. For more information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www. skajafuneralhomes.com.

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Bridge If bridge is of interest there are several opportunities to enjoy the game. Groups meet on Friday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Couple’s Bridge meets the second Thursday of the month. Call the Center at 847-692-3597 for more information or to be put in touch with one of the group moderators.

Senior Center Clubs Book Worms: 1st Thursday of the month, 1 p.m. Love to read? Join us every month for a discussion pertaining to a variety of books . One per month . Camera Club: 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m. Join our camera club as they provide instruction and interesting slideshows on a variety of different topics . Money Matters with Chris Valentine: 1st & 3rd Monday of the Month, 10 a.m. Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a program of financial tips and answers your questions Opera Arts Club with Leo Rizzetto: 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, Noon. Do you have a love for opera and/or musicals? Leo

Rizzetto, opera aficionado, presents a variety of majestic operas and toe tapping musicals.

Weekly Drop in Programs These activities are open to members. Non-members pay a $2 daily admission if participating in these programs. For further information on any of these activities, please contact the registration office at 847-692-3597. Monday • 9–10 a.m., Exercise $3/class; • 9:30-noon, Ceramics $7/class; • 10:30-11:30 a.m., Exercise $3/ class; • 1-4 p.m., Pinochle (Second Monday of the month), Free; • 2:30-3:30 p.m. Uketones, Free; • Anytime, Cards and games, Free. Tuesday • 9 a.m. Police Breakfast (3rd Tues of the month), Free; • 9:30am–noon, Ceramics $7/class; • 12:30-3 p.m., Mah-Jongg, Free; • 1 p.m., Bunco (3rd Tues of the month), Free; • 1–4:30 p.m., Table Tennis, Free; • Anytime, Cards & Games, Free. Wednesday • 9–10 a.m., Exercise, $3/class; • 9:30 a.m.–noon, Social Worker, Free; • 10:30–11:30 a.m., Exercise, $3/ class; • 1-4:30 p.m., Table Tennis, Free; • 6:30-9:30 p.m., Wed. Night Bridge Group, Free; • Anytime, Cards & Games, Free. Thursday

• 9–11 a.m., Woodcarving, Free; • 10:15–11:15 a.m., Humanities, Free; • 1–4:30 p.m. Couple’s Bridge (2nd Thurs of the month), Free • 1–4:30 p.m. Pinochle (3rd Thurs of the month), Free • 1–4:30 p.m., Table Tennis, Free; • Anytime, Cards & Games, Free. Friday • 9–10 a.m., Exercise, $3/class; • 9 a.m.-noon, Duplicate Bridge, Free; • 9:30-10:30 a.m., Blood Pressure & Blood Sugar Screening (3rd Fri. of the month), Free; • 10:30–11:30 a.m., Exercise, $3/ class; • 1-4:30 p.m., Games, Free. Saturday • 1-5 p.m., Pinochle, Free. Sunday • 1-5 p.m., Bridge Mixer, Free; • 1-5 p.m., Pinochle, (4th Sun. of the month), Free.

Table Tennis Tournament Monday, March 30, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sign up for a competitive afternoon of Table Tennis. Rule packets will be given at the time of registration or upon request. This is a doubles tournament, choose your partner ahead of time or a partner will be assigned. Fee includes individual registration, refreshments and prizes to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Registration deadline is March 27. Contact the Park Ridge Senior Center at 847692-3597. Fee: $5 Member/$7 Guest

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T h ursday, M arch 26, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com library | from page 3 that new technology, such as the 3D printers currently being considering for purchase, could provide unique programming opportunities. As the library enters the digital age, Ball said a strong focus should be on programming, which will not be replaced by technology advancements. “Programming is a good example of something the library can provide the people that they cannot readily get on their own,” he said. “We’ve done great job in the past and need to make sure that continues and expands.” Incumbent Linda Ryan, who has lived in the library district since 1998, is married with three children. She holds a master’s degree in library science from Dominican University and is currently the district lead librarian for Maine Township High School District 207. Ryan said her professional experience in libraries is an added value to help the board understand what is needed to run a 21st Century library. Ryan said the biggest challenge facing the library is budget slashes that have been voted in by the current board, which she said has cut programming and staff percentage raises, among other things. “We cannot afford to cut in children, teen, adult or any programming areas,” she said,

adding that recent staff departures are related to these budget cuts. “We have lost six key employees, including an assistant library director and marketing director.” Ryan added that the library is shifting positions around to cope with the current hiring freeze, but said it is leaving the current staff thin. In regard to staffing, Ryan believes that qualified candidates for the open library director position should have a Master of Library Science degree from an American Library Association accredited university. “All of our surrounding libraries have this professional credential requirement,” she said. “Why not us?” In addition to the degree, Ryan also said the candidate should be well rounded in the areas of leadership, tax levies and budget management. As for her goals if re-elected, Ryan said she would focus on hiring professional and dedicated employees, beginning with the director, that will best serve the community and staff needs; complete the library’s renovation vision, which includes a digital media lab resource for creative and artistic patrons; and fiscal responsibility combined with empathy in regards to community and staff needs. Newcomer Patti Rozanski has lived in the library district since 1982,

and is widowed with one daughter. She is a special education teacher’s assistant for Maine Township High School, has served as co-sponsor of the Maine West PageTurner book club and has worked in the Maine East High School library in a substitute position. Rozanski said she would like to see programming increased to better meet the needs of the entire library community regardless of age. She also wants to insure that the budget supports the library’s collection, both in print and electronic form, to keep up with the digital age. “I plan to give 100 percent by keeping up on what the residents and staff concerns and needs are and to keep an open mind,” she said, adding that she believes a strong library equals a strong community. Another newcomer, Tim Spadoni, echoed Rozanski’s view on programming. A 31-year resident of the village, Spadoni has a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Loyola University, is married and has one daughter. He has also completed courses toward a master’s degree in library and information science from Dominican University. Spadoni said he supports the library’s current programs for all ages, but added he would like to target more adults. “Niles has great programs for children, teens and seniors, but I

have always felt that it lacked outlets for the adult population,” he said. Additionally, Spadoni said he would also like to see local businesses get involved in expanded support of the library. “It would be great if we had a series of presentations by our local business owners on various topics, such as flower arranging tips from our local florists, yard beautification advice from our landscapers and party hosting ideas from our local caterers,” he said. The Niles Bugle could not reach Patrick Leonard, the sixth candidate running for board trustee. In a candidate statement found on the Cook County Clerk’s Office website, Leonard said he has lived in the area for more than a year and wants to donate his time to the library. “I would love to give back to the community and, particularly, the library, which I frequent often,” he said in the statement. “I have served as a trustee before along with being financial secretary and union steward for local’s 1&2 of the Bakers, Confectionery, and Tobacco Workers located in Chicago.”

Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund One major issue facing the library as of late is whether to join the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund,

or IMRF. Changes made to the library board’s bylaws during a March 12 special board meeting would make such a decision much tougher to pass. The new bylaws would require public comments, as well as four regular board meetings, before a vote could occur. Because such a decision would affect not only staff compensation and retirement planning but also the library budget and retirement funding, Spadoni said much discussion is necessary. “I would also seek out comments from other Cook County library districts that belong to the system and those that do not, and question why they made their respective decisions,” he said. Dubiel has said that he and Ball are committed to a pay-as-you-go retirement funding system that would not put taxpayers further on the hook years down the road. Ryan also cited a “questionable pension plan” among issues she feels the library faces. “We have the lowest pension rate in all of Illinois, which is another concern that continually gets tabled,” she said, adding that in the past IMRF was voted down by the majority of the board even though two-thirds of the employees were in favor of it. “This too has made some of our highly qualified staff look elsewhere,” she said.

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