Sentinel 6-17-15 by Bugle, Sentinel & Enterprise Newspapers

JUNE 17, 2015 VOL. 20 ISSUE 27

Will replace current central steam plant

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Featured News

argonne breaks groUnd on ‘green’ PoWer Plant

NEWS Board discusses Shorewood Center development see page 2

COUNTY Future Roads

Residents give input on county’s long-range transportation plan

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FORUM Illinois newspapers recognized during IPA convention see page 5

SOCCER Keeping tradition Plainfield North’s Polonus tabbed Player of the Year

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COMMUNITY ATI Foundation to host Metal Walk & Fun Run

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GOLF COURSE REVIEW: THE BOURNE

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Adopting formal bike plan, connecting paths included in county transportation plan BY DAVE SENNERUD FOR THE SENTINEL hen Will County officials talk about “missing links,” they’re not referring to a pesky Internet connection. As part of the Will County 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan, the county is looking for ways to increase the connectivity of its existing bicycling network. Survey data compiled as part of the 2040 planning process found these missing links are making both short- and long-distance bike travel a challenge for many Will County residents. The Forest Preserve District of Will County is listening to that feedback and gathering information in order to make the necessary connections. Andrew Hawkins, the forest preserve’s superintendent for planning and development, said the district expressed its interest in being involved in the transportation plan after the county received a grant to conduct its long-range study. “We were hoping to link things up and make the logical connections,” Hawkins said. Will County is the last of Chicago’s collar counties yet to adopt a formal bike plan. During a recent open house to discuss the long-range transportation plan, the forest preserve asked for county residents’ help. In addition to surveying people about their bike travel priorities, officials asked attendees to identify missing links in the existing bike network by putting black tape where they felt connections were needed.

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Ralph Schultz, director of planning and operations for the Forest Preserve District of Will County, discusses the ‘missing links’ in the county’s cycling network with Planning and GIS Coordinator Cori Crawford (left) and Superintendent of Planning and Development Andrew Hawkins. (Photo By Dave Sennerud)

The Rock Run Greenway Trail is 1 of 11 regional trails operated by the Will County Forest Preserve District. The flat, paved trail travels 9.93 miles through the woodland, prairie and wetland of Rock Run Preserve.

Wednesday, June 17, 2015 | shorewoodsenti nel.com links | from page 1 Hawkins said obstacles such as interstate highways and waterways pose problems for cyclists who want to get from one community to another. Many residents also request additional miles of trails connecting their communities to major destinations such as Metra and reducing their dependence on an automobile. “As we become a more populated area, they find that it’s just as fast to take a bike than to get in their car and pay to park,” Hawkins said. Will County project engineer Christina Kupkowski, who heads the Will County 2040 project, said she expects future federal transportation bills to require projects to include both pedestrian and bike plans. “The trend has been toward more pedestrian and bike accommodation,” she said. “The goal is to fold it into the long-range transportation plan.” The Forest Preserve District of Will County recently formed a steering committee to study the necessary connections and

formulate a plan to eliminate those obstacles for cyclists. However, Hawkins stressed that such a plan would require buy-in from local municipalities. “The plan is for the county, not just for the forest preserve,” he said. “Whoever is the logical agency will do it.” The forest preserve will take care of improvements in areas it controls and be construction partners or oversee construction projectsinareascontrolledbyother agencies, according to Hawkins. “Then, that agency will eventually take over maintenance,” he said. The planning and development superintendent added that it is important for all current and future roadway projects to be more conscious about including plans to connect bicycling paths. “We want to plan construction of trails there so that we don’t have to re-engineer it later,” he said. “That’s a savings of money.” Some examples of that type of planning, add a right-of-way or a culvert in the project. That way, Hawkins said adjustments could be made at a later date to address those missing links.

Board to consider Shorewood Center development at upcoming meeting By Andrea Earnest sentinel staff

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A new gas station, convenience store and car wash could be on the horizon for the Rose Shorewood Center on Route 52 and River Road. During its June 3 meeting, the village’s planning and zoning commission held a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for a development that would include a gas station, drive thru and car wash. Trustees Steve Brockman and Dan Warren updated the village board on the project during its June 9 meeting. “It was a kinetic meeting [with] a lot of activity,” Shorewood Mayor Rick Chapman said about the public hearing held during the recent planning and zoning meeting. Chapman noted that some people

who live near the proposed project have concerns, but said the village is listening to those residents. “The plan has already changed to not have diesel islands in that project,” Chapman said, adding that this would reduce any truck traffic or noise near the gas station. Additionally, the Shorewood mayor said the village is growing and services such as those offered by the proposed development should be added for residents’ convenience. “[Route] 52 is a commercially planned corridor,” he said. “It needs to be looked at if it’s a proper use in that area. A courageous board would bring that in, as long as it’s done properly.” The village board did not take any action on the proposed development during the June 9 meeting, but it is expected to address the proposal again at Tuesday’s meeting.

Parking signs to be installed Several “no parking” signs will be installed along the east and west side between 861 and 900 Summit Creek Drive. The village board passed the no parking ordinance at its June 9 meeting.The matter was first brought to the attention of the public works department by the property manager of the Summit Creek subdivision. Chris Drey, public works supervisor, said a small island on Summit Creek Drive made the street too narrow for vehicles to park safely. “The concern was that if any vehicles park near that island area, it will obstruct an emergency vehicle response and won’t allow them access,” Drey said. Four signs will be installed around the island area. The signs will have arrows indicating the “no parking” area and will state that parking is not allowed between the signs.

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Future

Roads

Residents give input on county’s transportation plan By Dave Sennerud for the bugle

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The problems with the county’s transportation system that were pointed out by online surveys of residents came as little surprise to Will County officials. However, they say taking stock of those specific areas of concern is the first step to addressing any issues as part of the Will County 2040 LongRange Transportation Plan. Will County held its fifth and final open house on the project June 8 at Romeoville Village Hall. The event gave citizens the opportunity to provide input on what had been gathered during the first phase of online surveys taken between January and April. “The only way to figure out a good system is to know the issues within the existing network,” said Christina Kupkowski, project manager for the county’s transportation division, which is tasked with organizing the state-required plan. “Ultimately, a pelan is not going to point out all of the solutions,” she added. “What comes out of this is a better understanding of which issues we need to study.” The recent open house was added to an original schedule of four meetings in order to meet area demand. In addition to examining the research and speaking with county officials about their concerns, attendees were able to fill out comment cards. Traffic congestion, specifically congestion caused by trucks, was one of the more common concerns

Transportation issues cited in survey of residents: • Many areas have limited or no access to public transit • Reducing the impacts associated with freight traffic in the county • Traffic congestion, specifically congestion caused by trucks • Coordinating land use and transportation to support livable and sustainable communities

listed on these cards. Reducing the impacts associated with freight traffic in the county was another top priority listed by residents who took the online survey. “We knew that might be a concern,” Kupkowski said. “My office is on Laraway Road [in Joliet], and there has been an increase in truck traffic outside my window. Kupinski said there has been an increase in county trucking permits since Jan. 1. Between the Elwood and Joliet intermodal rail terminals, she said there is more truck traffic. Researchers also found that 82 percent of people drove alone to work. However, reducing the number of single-occupancy vehicle trips was ranked as one of the least important priorities in the survey results. “There are ways to take into account the need for people to drive and still reduce congestion,” Kupkowski said. “With the advent of car-shares, people now can buy into a car like a time-share. There are also things like Uber or diala-ride. In that way, people don’t have to own a car but they can have transportation available.” Other top priorities listed in the survey results included coordinating

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

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Tiffany I. Fernandez, 21, 417 Wellington Lane, Bolingbrook, was arrested at 4:12 p.m. June 2 at McDonald Avenue and East Jefferson Street for possession of cannabis, obstructing justice, no insurance, suspended registration and illegal use of a cell phone.

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Tyler C. Metcalf, 23, 300 E. Spencer, Dwight, was arrested at 2:50 a.m. June 4 in the 100 block of DuPage Street for driving under the influence, reckless driving, hit and run, driving while license suspended, traffic sign violation and improper lane usage. Chanel A. Kaczmarek, 19, 15953 S. Arbor Drive, Plainfield, was arrested at 11:51 p.m. June 10 in the 700 block of West Jefferson Street for unlawful use of driver’s license.

Michael L. Mayer, 50, 507 Danny Drive, Shorewood, was arrested at 5:35 p.m. June 11 at Channahon Street and Dante Court for driving while license revoked and speeding.

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for liquor on a public way.

Cory R. Data, 25, 3117 Gloria Lane, Joliet, was arrested at 7:25 p.m. June 5 at the residence for loud unnecessary noise.

Kelly A. Horvath, 46, 18220 Clear Creek, Orland Park, was arrested at 10:14 p.m. June 5 in the 100 block of Joliet Street for battery.

Felipe Ruiz, 34, 7711 Oleander Drive, Plainfield, was arrested at 1:25 p.m. June 5 in the 2800 block of Plainfield Road for cruelty to animals.

Darrell A. Dean, 28, 1217 Courtland Drive, Plainfield, was arrested at 10:29 p.m. June 5 in the 100 block of North Joliet Street for battery.

Thomas Kofa, 53, 350 E. Washington St., Joliet, was arrested at 7:05 p.m. June 5 at Benton Street and Eastern Avenue

Jacqueline A. Crowley, 43, 1103 Plainfield Road, Joliet, was arrested at 2:48 a.m. June 5 at Stryker Avenue and Mcdonough

Street for the possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug equipment and no valid driver’s license. Isai Lopez, 31, 551 Herkimer St., Joliet, was arrested at 3:37 a.m. June 5 at the residence for domestic battery.

Demetrie Collins, 38, 1413 Pioneer Road, Crest Hill, was arrested at 8:11 a.m. June 5 in the 1700 block of Mcdonough Street for aggravated domestic battery.

Carlos A. Martinez, 31, 111 Arizona Ave., Joliet, was arrested at 8:56 a.m. June 5 in the 400 block of Williamson Avenue for criminal trespassing.

M. Housley, 22, 2111 14 Kenneth Englewood Ave., Lockport, was arrested at 1:25 p.m. June 5 in the 1500 block of Englewood Avenue for criminal trespassing.

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Illinois, celebrated the association’s sesquicentennial anniversary, and more than 100 daily and non-daily newspapers throughout the state submitted more than 3,100 entries to the editorial and advertising awards competition. The staff of the Bugle, Enterprise and Sentinel newspapers took home numerous award during the 2015 convention. The editorial department earned nine awards, including first place in the contest for best illustration in Division B, second place in the contests for best website and business/economic reporting in Division C, and second place in the contests for informational graphic and illustration in Division B. “These awards show what great reporters and designers we have on staff,” Managing Editor Jonathan Samples said. “More than that, they demonstrate our commitment to providing our

readers with quality coverage of their communities and the news that is important to their daily lives.” The advertising department took home 10 awards, including first place for best classified section in Division H and second place for best ad series in Division I. Designer Steve Hodge also won a third-place award for best ad designer in Division I. “Being recognized as one of the best weekly newspapers in Illinois is a humbling and memorable experience,” Creative Director Andrew Samaan said. “I couldn’t be more grateful to have my staff recognized for their continuous efforts to publish award-winning weekly newspapers in such a competitive market.” The Illinois Press Association represents 450 daily and non daily newspapers. Its headquarters are in Springfield.

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Ministering to the traumatized

Joliet Area Community Hospice hosted its annual Clergy Day at its stateof-the-art Hospice Home located in

Joliet on June 2. This free educational program was open to the community and attended by over 30 area clergy and lay leaders. The subject of this year’s program was “Ministering to the Traumatized.” The program included sessions that will help the participants better serve their members by increasing their understanding and awareness of traumatic grief when death occurs due to health, age, accident, overdose, suicide or as a victim of violent crime. Tom Barkauskas, JACH director of social and spiritual services, his staff and guest speaker Kathy Cherven, RN-LCPCCCTP, a JACH bereavement counselor, did an outstanding job presenting information on this difficult subject. I commend the JACH staff for filling the needs of the community, having the courage to address them and for their hard work, commitment and compassion for assisting other with difficult life issues. The dedicated JACH staff continuously demonstrates and proves that 24/7-365 care is not only for the patients that they have the pleasure to care for, but also extends to the community and beyond. Mark Turk Joliet Area Community Hospice

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Party in the Park - Robot Wars. There is always something fun, family friendly and free to do in Shorewood this summer. Every week the event will have a bounce house, crafts, games and activities. Movie: ‘Big Hero 6’.

Special Event: Robot Wars. For more information, visit www.vil.shorewood. il.us/Events. Free Concerts on the Hill. 6:30 p.m. at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park & Theatre, 201 W. Jefferson St.,

Joliet. For more information, visit www. bicentennialpark.org. Joliet Jewish Congregation. The Hadassah Book Club will meet at the

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Wedn esday, June 17, 2015 | bug lenewspapers.com calendar | from page 5 home of Arlene S. at 7 p.m. We will be discussing “Room” by Emma Donoghue. The story is told from the perspective of a 5-year-old boy, Jack, who has lived his whole life in a single room with his mother who is being held against her will. It is available at the library, in paperback and in e-reader form. Please call the office for more info; 815-741-4600.

JUNE 19-20

Rally, Rock and Race Weekend. All day at the Chicagoland Speedway, 500 Speedway Blvd., Joliet. A Father’s Day Weekend to remember. NASCAR’s rising stars return under the lights on Saturday night as part of a doubleheader with the ARCA Racing Series. For more information, www.chicagolandspeedway.com.

JUNE 19

JTHS Foundation Golf Outing. Noon at Wedgewood Golf Course, 5001 Caton Farm Road, Plainfield. The 15th Annual Joliet Township High School Foundation Wadsworth Golf Outing will begin at noon with registration and a lunch. Shotgun start begins at 1 p.m. followed by dinner, the 19th Hole raffle prizes and a silent auction at 6 p.m. Entry fee of $150 covers breakfast, lunch, greens fees and a cart, dinner, prizes, and much more. All proceeds from the golf outing benefit the Foundation’s grant and scholarship program. For reservations of more information, visit www.jths.org. Super Dad Day. 4-5 p.m. at the Shorewood Troy Public Library, 650 Deerwood Drive. Ages 3+. Celebrate your Super Dad this Fathers’ Day at the library. Eat a delicious ‘hero’ sub,

play games, and craft something nifty to show your dad how great you think he is. Don’t forget to bring your dad or grandpa. For more information, call 815-725-1715 or visit www.shorewood.lib.il.us. Concerts in the Park. 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Preservation Park, 710 Taylor St., Joliet. Enjoy this free concert series. Bring a picnic basket full of goodies and lawn chairs! Band: Tumbleweed (Eagles Tribute Band). For more information, visit www.jolietpark.org.

JUNE 20

Inwood GolfClub’s Saturday Series - BBQ Ribs & Chicken. 4 p.m. at 3200 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Inwood Golf Club will hold this 2-person, 9-hole scramble event with a shotgun start. The cost is $90/team and includes golf, dinner with sides, drinks and live music.

Entries are open to all. Non-golfers may pay $25 and arrive at 6pm. This event is sponsored by Kozol Bros., Inc. For more information, call Brian Legan at 815-741-7265 or email blegan@jolietpark.org.

JUNE 22

SUPER Cinema. 6-8 p.m. at the Shorewood Troy Public Library, 650 Deerwood Drive. All Ages. Monday nights just got SUPER awesome at the library. The library will be showing your favorite superhero movies every Monday throughout the summer reading program. Bring your blankets and movie candy, and the library will supply the popcorn. Call the library for a list of titles. All films will be rated either PG or PG13. For more information, call 815725-1715 or visit www.shorewood. lib.il.us.

JUNE 24

Graphic Novels for GrownUps. 7-8 p.m. at the Shorewood Troy Public Library, 650 Deerwood Drive. Ages 18+. For more information, call 815-725-1715 or visit www. shorewood.lib.il.us.

JUNE 25

Party in the Park - Girls Night Out. There is always something fun, family friendly and free to do in Shorewood this summer. Every week the event will have a bounce house, crafts, games and activities. Band: Cover Story. Special Event: Girls Night Out. For more information, visit www.vil. shorewood.il.us/Events.

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all-area soccer

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tradition Senior is 4th Player of the Year from the Tigers in past 5 years

By Scott Taylor sports editor

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The tradition continues. For the third straight year and for the fourth time in five years, a Plainfield North player is the Voyager Media Soccer Player of the Year. This player, however, did things a different way. In the past, it was a barrage of goal scoring that brought the attention of others across the state. In this case, it was a stingy defensive effort teamed up with a great free kick that brought her to the top. That role fits Plainfield North senior Brooke Polonus, who is the 2015 Voyager Media Soccer Player of the Year. “I worked a lot on my free kicks,” Polonus said. “Honestly, I think it is a mental thing. I know I am going to play college soccer, so I had to think about playing like they would. I knew I had to get better. I think my mental game got a lot stronger and that helped me get better.” Polonus finished the year with five goals and four assists from the back row of the defense and led the Tigers to a seventh straight SPC title and undefeated conference season. “Our defense this year was the strongest it has ever been,” Polonus said. “We had to play from the back a lot, so it is good to

get the recognition. We had a very strong backline this year.” “Brooke is a four-year starter at center back,” North coach Jane Crowe said. “She has anchored our back line that has only given up 14 goals this season. Brooke has a rare combination of size, strength, skill, and speed that makes her very difficult to beat. Brooke was voted All-state and SPC MVP.” Polonus is heading to the University of WisconsinMilwaukee to continue her career. Here is the rest of the 2015 Voyager Media All-Area team.

KATHIA ARREDONDO Joliet Central senior tallied seven goals and three assists this season. She will play next season at the University of St. Francis in Joliet. “Kathia is a very dynamic player. She is our captain on the field. We have to keep her in the middle of the field to help with her defending, but also gives her the chance to score goals for us,” said Central coach Erin Fahey. “We would love to always have her at forward, but we need her in the middle of the field to take control and give us scoring opportunities. Our team relies on her to get the job done. “She has tremendous touch and skill with the ball, and she is a big leader on the field. She is able to distribute the ball very nicely to give us more opportunities. She

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Plainfield North defender Brooke Polonus is the Voyager Media Soccer Player of the Year.

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has been our leading goal scorer every year and plays an important role. Without her, we don’t win games.”

TAYLOR BARZOWSKI The junior was one of Maine South’s captains this season, as well as an All-CSL South and allsectional selection. She drew the team’s toughest defensive assignments, helping to lead the Hawks to a 16-5-3 record and a regional title this season.

ELLIE BUMPUS Benet coach Bob Gros said Bumpus, a junior midfielder and three-year varsity starter, “Is the engine of our team who tends to dominate the midfield by winning and controlling the ball.” She totaled nine goals and nine assists, was named to the all-ESCC team and also named all-sectional. “Ellie sets up our offense with her accurate distribution and ability to hold the ball long enough to allow attacking runs to develop,” Gros added.

SAM ELSTER The Plainfield North junior midfielder had eight goals, and 12 assists on the year. “Sam is one of the most skilled

players in the area,” Crowe said. “Her precision in passing is outstanding, and she has the ability to place a ball perfecting for her teammates making a run. Sam has emerged as one of the best center mids in the state.”

ERIN GRAEFEN A sophomore forward from Plainfield Central, Graefen tallied 15 goals on the season. “Erin is fantastic technically, tactically and in the air which enables her to play any central position at an extremely high level,” Central coach Ken Schoen said. “I really can’t ask more from a player than what Erin provides. Erin’s combination of skill, intelligence, vision, speed, size and enthusiasm for the game make her one of the better players in the area.”

JAMIE HANSON The Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association All-State selection from Lockport tallied four goals and two assists as a defender for the Porters.

CASSIDY HENSON Lockport goalie allowed only eight goals all season, for a .42 goals against average, while

posting 12 shutouts. She was an All-Sectional selection.

EMMA HLAVIN Leadership, athleticism and stinginess in goal are the characteristics that Benet coach Bob Gros said defines his senior goalkeeper, who sported a 0.63 goals-against average and 13 shutouts. “She is a winner who has anchored her teams to a sectional title and three regional championships during her four years as our starting varsity goalkeeper,” Gros said. “Emma’s verbal direction to our defense along with her excellent shot stopping ability and distribution with her feet have been a real key to the success of our team.”

JACQUIE KAUFMAN The senior forward, a three-year varsity starter for coach Gros and the Benet Redwings, is headed to the University of Texas at Dallas to continue her soccer career. Kaufman, an All-ESCC and allsectional pick, scored 11 goals and six assists this spring. “Jacquie is a great combination of speed, endurance, and

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Hespell new coach at Lockport confidence he will do a great job.” Since 2006, Hespell has served LTHS as the assistant boys basketball coach. He also is the assistant boys track and field coach since 2009. Hespell began his career at LTHS in 2006 as a task force member, and began teaching World Studies in 2007. In addition to his LTHS coaching experience, Hespell also serves as the assistant men’s track and field coach at St. Xavier University. “I could not be more excited to

lead the boys basketball program at Lockport,” Hespell said. “I feel very fortunate to have inherited such a great program from Coach Larry Thompson, who taught me a lot over the last few years. His are big shoes to fill.” Hespell earned his Bachelor of Science – Social Science Education in 2005 from Olivet Nazrene University and his Master of Arts – School Leadership in 2013 from Concordia University Chicago. He lives in Lockport with his wife and two children.

competitive spirit,” Gros said. “She has been our most valuable offensive player this season. Jacquie’s ability to attack the goal on a consistent basis constantly creates dangerous situations for opposing teams.”

throughout the season,” said DGN coach Bob Calder. “She effectively combines fast-paced effort with composure. Her leadership and control through the middle of the field has played a big part in our team only letting in 12 goals this season (through 21 games).”

another of our girls who demands respect simply with her ability and work effort. I expect that leadership to be shown next year.”

NICHOLE LOPATIN

AVA PORLIER

There is arguably not a more prolific goal-scorer in the area than Lopatin, a junior forward who set Niles West’s single-season record as a sophomore with 19, and blew by that total with a 36-goal season this spring. Coach Brett Clish said Lopatin utilized her speed to not only put herself in a position to receive a pass and score, but also to break away from defenders.

The senior Downers South allstate midfielder and two-year captain, who was part of the Mustangs’ 2012 third-place state squad, finished this season with 11 goals—five of which were gametying or game-winning goals— and seven assists. The Valparaiso University recruit also is a threetime All-West Suburban Gold team member and finished her career with 21 goals and 21 assists. “This year Ava really stepped into a leadership role this season,” said Downers South coach Chris Hernandez. “On the field, Ava was a combative and physical presence who combined great stamina and composure to be an inspirational figure that could be counted on during the biggest moments.”

Brett Hespell, a World Studies teacher and assistant boys basketball coach at Lockport Township High School, has been named the new Varsity Boys Basketball head coach beginning with the 2015-2016 school year. Hespell replaces Larry Thompson, who retired after more than 30 years with LTHS. “Brett’s experience at Lockport is very valuable and it’s a great opportunity for him and a great fit for us,” said Athletic Director Jim Prunty. “We have all the

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ABIGAIL LUND Sophomore central defensive midfielder from Bolingbrook had nine goals and six assists on the season. She was named to the AllSWSC and All-Sectional teams. “All of our offense runs through Abby, she is our most dynamic offensive player,” said Bolingbrook coach Matt Kocourek. “She had three goals on set pieces 20-plus yards outside the goal.”

EMELA MEHICEVIC Mehicevic, a junior center-mid for Niles West, established a new school single-season record for assists this season with 18, shattering the old mark, which was 10.

ELLIE METROS The senior center-mid is an allstate Section 2 pick as well as an All-West Suburban Silver selection. Though she scored 10 goals and had six assist, Metros also was a defensive catalyst, helping the Trojans reach double digits in shutout victories this season. “Ellie has been our strongest player

AUTUMN RASMUSSEN Rasmussen, a junior forward for first-year coach Chris Hernandez’s Downers South Mustangs, netted 15 goals (including four gamewinners) and 11 assists in 2015 while receiving All-West Suburban Gold and all-sectional honors. She has scored 32 goals in her career so far, and Hernandez expects more of the same in 2016. “What makes Autumn unique is her ability to take defenders on,” Hernandez said. “This allows her to be in dangerous positions where she can set up a teammate or score herself. Net year, I expect Autumn to focus on the details of her game and become even more clinical in front of the goal. Autumn is

JESSICA RIDDERHOFF Calder calls Ridderhoff , a Washington University recruit, “Our most dangerous forward this season.” The senior scored 12 goals and had four assists, was a Section 2 all-sectional pick and was named all-conference in the West Suburban Silver. “She has developed into a very dangerous player, willing to take any defender one-on-one as well as having an excellent shot from distance,” Calder said.

HANNAH RIEKER Junior midfielder from Minooka tallied five goals and three assists on the season. She was named AllSWSC and honorable mention AllSectional. “Hannah is a dynamic player who is extremely dangerous on the wing,” said Minooka coach Christopher Brolley.

KERRY SLAGA Led Westmont with 27 goals this year en route to a regional championship.

REYSE STIRRETT Stirrett was another key member of the Plainfield North defense, adding one goal and three assists from the back mid position. “Reyse is our defensive mid, and is a big reason for our defensive success this season,” Crowe said. “She plays right in front of the back four, and is outstanding at winning balls in both the air and on the ground. She has a great engine and does a lot of the work that goes unnoticed.” - Mark Gregory and Mike Sandrolini contributed

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The Bourne Location: Marseilles, Illinois best feature: Several scenic holes, including multiple downhill par-4s. quick tip: Do not try to overpower this short course. Many holes don’t need a driver as the farther you hit it, the more trouble that comes into play.

Rare course in northern Illinois

Tucked away in Marseilles is at some points! But, if you are looking for The Bourne Golf Course. Unlike many of the courses pristine conditions, this is not the course for you. in northern Illinois, The While it is pretty well Bourne is full of elevation maintained overall, changes. There are several there were some holes with steep drops off greens that weren’t in the tee onto the fairway great shape, although and there are several holes I felt the fairways were that have elevated greens. in pretty good shape. The course is not well The first hole shows publicized, perhaps for a sign of things to come a reason, as there is no taylor’s take by scott taylor with a sharp dogleg website for it, but there is right. The second hole a Facebook page. The course isn’t built like your has the first of several steep drops country club course. There is a off the tee and your approach shot lot of space between holes, which goes to a narrow green. A short third hole gets your makes it nearly impossible to walk without it taking six hours. Mark hopes up, but those are quickly Gregory and I can play in three dashed as anything other than a hours and it took us nearly four drive down the left hand side of between the distance between the fairway can lead to a blocked holes and the difficulty of the second shot. While my drive was just off the right fairway, it took holes themselves. There is a lot of strategy and me two shots to get into a position thought-planning that needs to be to reach the green. The fourth hole is a short par-5 done throughout the round. When you play your tee shot, you have at only 421 yards, but the fairway to think about the next shot and is broken up with landscaping. attempt to place the ball in the Unless you can carry nearly 300 right spot. With so many doglegs, yards, you have to lay up before there are holes where you could the landscaping. From there it is be on the fairway or just off, and uphill to the green, making it a have no chance at the green with three-shot hole. A simple dogleg right from the trees in the way. There are even trees in the middle of the fairways tee on the fifth hole is actually

The par-3 11th hole at The Bourne is one of several scenic holes on the course. This hole features a waterfall flowing between the tee and green. (Photo by Mark Gregory) more dangerous as if you sharply cut the dogleg past the trees, there is fescue where you can still lose your ball. The sixth hole is a short par3 over water and the seventh is a short and sharp dogleg right. After a straightforward eighth hole, the front nine finishes with a picturesque downhill par-4. Not only is there a deep drop off the tree, there is a tree in the middle of the fairway that could block off a low tee shot. The approach shot is then played over a small creek. The back nine starts with another big downhill par-4. This time though there is a small chute to drive your ball through or else

you won’t even make it down the cliff. That leads up to a short par-3 over a creek that also has waterfalls flowing from it. The 12th hole is a tight driving hole where a fairway wood or an iron is a good play off the tee. That is followed by another elevated tee box on a long par-5. After a rare straightforward par4 and a straightaway par-3, the 16th returns to a dogleg right. The 17th is a dogleg left where a driver again would be a bad play and even a fairway wood could lead to a blocked approach shot if on the right side. The course finishes with a final dogleg left over a creek, a par-5. All in all, this course is a

hidden beauty. There aren’t many locations in the area where you can get a course that has the features that this one has. It is a strategic course that challenges your patience and strategy. If you are a fan of country club conditions and the ability to bomb the ball all over the course, you probably won’t like this course. But if you enjoy a course for its views and elevation changes and like to play a variety of different shots, this is perfect for you and a must visit.

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ATI Foundation to host Metal walk & Fun run June 20 event benefits children with physical impairments

The ATI Foundation will host its annual Metal Walk & Fun Run Saturday. The dual event will raise funds for local children with physical impairments and will begin at 10 a.m. at Silver Cross Field, 1 Mayor Art Schultz Drive, Joliet. The day will start and finish at the home of the Joliet Slammers, and will be followed by food, entertainment, kid’s activities and prizes. Presentations to local ATI Foundation beneficiaries will aso take place during the celebration. Mya, age 12, of Bourbonnais will be a special honoree at this year’s event. She is currently fighting bone cancer in her femur and is in the

middle of a treatment plan that includes 40 weeks of intensive chemotherapy to shrink the tumor. The hope is that the tumor will shrink enough so a cadaver bone can replace her current femur. Support from the Metal Walk & Fun Run will help provide financial assistance for her chemo sessions not covered by insurance and other expenses related to her care and recovery. The Metal Walk portion of the event honors a unique population of patients who have overcome the challenge of joint replacement. Metal Walkers are not only the recipients, but also support teams of friends and family members who walk with them. Participants will enjoy a scenic 1K course through historic downtown Joliet and will be treated to entertainment, food and celebration at the finish line. The Fun Run is a 5K open to all competitive runners, leisurely joggers and walkers of all levels. Participants can run, jog, walk,

wheelchair and ride arm-bikes through historic downtown Joliet. Food, entertainment and family fun will be waiting at the finish line. A $10 donation the day of the eventwillincludefoodandbeverage (non-alcoholic) ticket, door prize ticket, live entertainment, a and kid’s entertainment area. Event shirts can also be purchased. Registration for the Metal Walk & Fun Run can be completed online at www.ATIFoundation. com. Donation is $35 thereafter. Participants with orthopedic implants and kids 12 and under are free Event day registration starts at 9 a.m., and the event begins at 10 a.m. All participants will receive a T-shirt, entrance to the post-event celebration, door prize ticket and lunch voucher. Proceeds from the Metal Walk & Fun Run benefit the ATI Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping children with physical impairments in need of medical and financial resources.

roads | from page 3 land use and transportation to support livable and sustainable communities; developing projects tailored to the context of a specific community; reducing vehicular conflicts at intersections; and improving multimodal connections between communities. One of the problems cited in a report of the survey results is that many areas have limited or no access to public transit. Kupkowski said services such as PACE work best with population and employment density, something not consistent across the county. “We’re going to have start looking into more unique treatments for less dense areas,” she said. “It’s a matter of how to work with this to provide for people so that they don’t have to drive everywhere.” After examining existing issues and concern, planners will look at future conditions. Additional surveys and open houses will seek public input on people’s transportation priorities and the county’s final plan before it is sent to the Will County Board for approval. “[The process] has confirmed a lot of what we expected at the county level and the concerns we’ve been seeing,” Kupkowski said. “It’s good to see that the public and our business and municipal partners had the same concerns.”

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Argonne breaks ground on ‘green’ power plant Will replace current central steam plant By Andrea Earnest bugle staff

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Argonne National Laboratory and the U.S. Department of Energy broke ground Friday on a new combined heat and power plant, which officials say will be more efficient and environmentally friendly than its predecessor. The plant has been in development for about 10 years and will replace the current central steam plant, which is more than 50 years old and fueled by natural gas and coal boilers. “[The new plant] will convert waste heat into electricity here at the site, and it’s going to give us 6.3 megawatts of power,” said Greg Jonas, associate division director of infrastructure and project director. The funds for this project came from a multimillion-dollar Energy Savings Performance Contract. EnergyservicescompanyNORESCO also provided $22.6 million for the

installation of Argonne’s new power plant and equipment, as well as $18.7 million for plant operations, maintenance and repair. Neil Petchers, president and CEO of NORESCO, said he has enjoyed the partnership between Argonne and his company, adding that that those who work at Argonne should take pride in their work and this project. The DOE will repay NORSECO approximately $3.5 million annually over the 15-year contract term using funds from the power plant’s expected energy savings. After that, Argonne will retain the savings. The new addition will allow the lab to produce a portion of its own power, including electricity and steam heat for Argonne’s 1,700acre campus and 3,400 full-time employees. The lab will also be protected from outside grid power service interruptions, according to spokeswoman Sarah Schlieder. The new building will run on natural gas and help to reduce the lab’s carbon footprint, saving

Paul Kearns (left), deputy laboratory director for operations and COO; Joanna Livengood, Argonne site office manager for the U.S. DOE; Neil Petchers, president and CEO of NORESCO; and Gail Stine, director of facilities management, break ground on Argonne National Laboratories’ new combined heat and power plant. (Photo by Andrea Earnest) more than more than 33,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions each year. Schlieder said the annual savings are the equivalent of removing more than 5,700 cars from the road. Paul Kearns, deputy laboratory director for operations and chief operating officer for Argonne, said the heat and power plant is a different type of facility and worthy of celebration. “We’ve gotten our money’s worth

out of the old facility,” Kearns said. “Now, It’s time to move forward and take advantage of new technologies.” Projections indicate that the plant will save $3 million in energy savings during its first year and more than $52.3 million in savings over the 15-year ESPEC contract term. The plant will also provide 20 percent of Argonne’s electricity needs and 80 percent of its steam heat throughout the year.

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Accountants’ association to hold annual convention in Joliet Convention will take place at Harrah’s Casino June 21-23 The Independent Accountants Association of Illinois will hold its annual convention at Harrah’s Casino in downtown Joliet June 21-23. The IAAI is a non-profit educational and trade association representing hundreds of tax practitioners and accountants around the state of Illinois in 12 local chapters. Patrick McGinnis, a member of the local Joliet-Kankakee Chapter #5, will be installed as the state president during this year’s convention. On Sunday evening, the association will kick off the convention with an event taking place at the Joliet Historical Museum rooftop. This event is to welcome visitors arriving from around the state of Illinois and is sponsored by local banking institutions. Edward Jones will host a Tuesday afternoon tour of the “Jewel of Joliet Rialto,”

accompanied by an organ recital. The convention is also featuring a few local leaders. On Monday, public motivational speaker Pat Sullivan will conduct a leadership seminar. The lunch, seminar and recently authored book cost is $75 and open to the public. Sullivan is a retired teacher from the University of St. Francis, highly accomplished coach, author and multiple coach of the year recipient. Tuesday evening’s grand banquet will celebrate the accomplishments of local accounting expert Donald L. Cordano. He is the past president of the local Joliet-Kankakee Chapter, spent 45 years in practice, is a retired professor, retired national speaker, NSPA/NSA accountant of the year recipient, co-author of GATAP (generally accepted tax accounting principles), local philanthropist, serves on many local boards, and is professor emeritus Lewis University. Mary Ann Egger, current president of the local chapter is taking reservations for the events. For more information, call 815-744-5500.

Manley to host ‘Coffee and Conversation’ Saturday might change and the impact of Event will focus on those changes. “I remain firmly committed state budget to working toward a budget that Residents who live in the 98th District are invited to a coffee and conversation event hosted by state Rep. Natalie Manley. Manley will discuss the state budget during Saturday’s event, which is scheduled 9-10 a.m. at Starbucks, 377 S. Weber Road, in Romeoville. “There have been several discussions concerning our state’s budget and what it will look like next year,” Manley said in a release. “I want to make sure that everyone is aware of the budgetary items that

protects middle-class families,” she added. “At this meeting I will not only inform people about some of my concerns but am also very interested in getting some feedback.” Manley meets with residents throughout the district for coffee at least once a month to remain accessible and offer them the opportunity to ask questions and voice their concerns about what is happening in Springfield. It is an informal conversation that is free and open to anyone who would like to have their questions answered.

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