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LEMONT – The Lemont Public Library Board conducted a public hearing Oct. 9 on a November referendum to purchase bonds to pay for proposed renovations to the 18-year-old building.

The $2.8 million project includes building and equipment updates and the addition of a meeting room as part of a reorganization of the library space.

Board President Vytenis Kirvelaitis said the board does not have the reserves in its budget to pay for the project without bonds, even if it was just the necessary building and equipment updates that cost more than $500,000. He said the board does not levy much more than what is needed for operating costs each year.

Tax impact Regardless of whether the Lemont Public Library’s bond referendum passes, Lemont taxpayers will see the library portion of their property tax bills decrease starting in December 2016 after the current debt service is paid off.

Here is an estimated breakdown “We do have some reserves, but they are nowhere near the amount needed,” he said. “The philosophy of the board is not to accumulate a lot of extra money.”

One of the main goals of the renovations is to create more meeting spaces for library and community programs. However, some residents questioned whether there is a need for more meeting space.

of how the different tax bills look, based on the median home valued at $354,900: n 2015: $240.98 n 2016 WITH NEW DEBT SERVICE: $223.58 n 2016 WITHOUT DEBT SERVICE: $185.73 Both Patricia Grzyb and Jim Ladas said there are underutilized public meeting spaces in other community centers.

Library Director Sandy Pointon said there is more demand for library meeting rooms than there is space available because the library offers space at little or no cost.

Board member Patricia Camalliere said the board did

not set out to add more meeting rooms but is responding to requests from the community of what they want.

Knowing it would have to do some renovations, the board conducted public meetings earlier in the year asking patrons how they want the library to look in the future.

“This is the time if you want to change anything,” Camalliere said.

Ladas, who is one of the more vocal opponents of the Village of Lemont’s proposed sports complex project, also said some residents may be against incurring any debt because of the stigma from that project.

Some residents at the meeting also spoke up in support of the referendum, saying it is a needed investment in a valued public resource that would improve the public image of the community.

Three charged in series of Lemont car burglaries SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA LEMONT – The Lemont Police Department arrested three individuals Oct. 10 on suspicion of being involved with a string of car burglaries dating back to early July, according to a Lemont Police Department Nixle alert.

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venile from Darien that also were allegedly involved in the thefts and burglaries.

The investigation also determined that Stronach and Valionis have been involved in multiple car burglaries dating back to early July, according to the alert.

The individuals have been charged with felony counts of burglary, according to Lemont Police Sgt. Thad Mezyk.

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By DAN FARNHAM LEMONT – Sharon Duncan recalls a lifetime of relationships with people with disabilities in her book, “Roots and Fences: A Generational Story of Friends, Family and Disability.”

The 56-year-old Lemont resident released the self-published book in September 2013, based on four people with disabilities she has known: her aunt Jackie; her childhood friend, Chuck; her friend’s son, Jonathon; and her niece, Jamee.

She has worked as a special education teacher and administrator and founded a charity, Abide in Me, that helps individuals with disabilities.

Proceeds from book sales go towards her charity.

Duncan talked with the Lemont Suburban Life about her experiences with writing the book and the reaction to it.

Farnham: Who is your audience?

Duncan: Usually people really like it who have any family member with a disability be-

cause the main chapters are just true life stories of individuals with disabilities. … It’s this interesting family story.

It’s always family members that at first like it, then teachers and people in the field that go, “Oh, my” or “Oh, that’s a great story.” … I wanted some of that academic research in there in case someone ever used it for a supplemental text for a college course. … I also wanted people to know that there’s four, five chapters that they’re just stories. So, if you wanted to skip through part of it, you’re still going to get a lot of it from reading the stories.

Farnham: What do you hope

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Duncan: Just to change the mindset or open up their ideas. It’s more about possibilities, not negativity, because if my grandmother was still alive, if you had talked to her, she never would have thought about the negativity.

She didn’t want pity for her daughter [Jackie].

Farnham: What parts are there in the book that include Lemont?

Duncan: My niece, Jamee, grew up in Lemont. All the stories about her are situated right here, living in Lemont. … All the schools have a phony name that stays consistent throughout the book. The

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individuals in the book are known by their first names only, not their last name …

Some people have fun trying to guess what places I’m talking about, since I couldn’t put the real name.

Farnham: What has been the reaction from your family and the people you’ve written about in this book?

Duncan: Very interesting.

My mom talks about her sister in the story and she basically became my aunt’s guardian. …

She has read some of the book, but not all of the book. It’s almost like it’s too personal.

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occupational therapist, about Jamee. The youngest niece, who is not as featured in it, she’s read the whole thing.

But my sister, Jamee’s mom, has only read pieces of it. My friend Laura read it all, helped me correct it. Jonathon, who’s the only person with disabilities in the book who I could speak to, he’s read it. Seal of approval. And yet, when I had my book signing night, at first they were going to come, and then they said it was too personal. … That it was one thing that it was on paper but another thing to be present in the room and actually relive it.

And, yet, it was very important to them that it was there.

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Dan Farnham: How did it come about that you wrote this book?

Duncan: I was actually presenting at a conference in Ghent, Belgium. … Two of the people that were actually presenting in the same room as I was … they said, ‘What are you doing with this?’ I’m like, ‘Oh, it was my dissertation research,’ and they were the ones that said, ‘This needs to be a book. You need to tell these stories. These are great true stories.’ … It took someone totally important and far away to get me to see what was in front of my face.

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Lemont resident Sharon Duncan shares Monday her Abide In Me photo collage, an the organization she created for people with disabilities.

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LEMONT – The District 113A Board of Education approved a new contract with the district’s bus drivers, custodians and maintenance workers during a Wednesday board meeting.

The contract was passed unanimously with five votes, with board members Brian Bushnell and Patrick Kerrigan absent.

Ernie Schmidt, the president of the local IEA-NEA, said the union also has approved the three-year contract. He said the contract mainly focused on the bus drivers.

The board has been trying to find ways to save money on its busing service. The district employs 21 drivers, mostly part time.

In April, the board rejected a proposal to contract its drivers through an outside company that would have saved the district $140,000 over three years. The board decided instead to work with the drivers to find a way to reduce costs.

Board members said at the time that they were taking a chance on being able to make up the money they would have been able to save by outsourcing its busing service.

Board member Mike Aurelio said the chance worked out for the district.

“I’m generally in disagreement with our contracts,” he said. “The bus drivers were people of their word.”

He said that one of the key provisions of the contract is tying the driver’s pay increas-

School report cards coming The 2014 report cards for Illinois public school districts will be available to the public starting Oct. 31.

The report card measures how well the students performed on the most recent standardized tests, as well as school demographics. District 113A received a preview of the report card, which is currently available to school administrators.

The results showed 73 percent of the district’s students met or exceeded test requirements, up from 71 percent last year. The report card will appear at illinois reportcard.com. es for the second and third year to the Consumer Price Index.

Because of this, the district will not have to shift money from the classroom to the driver’s pay, he said.

Schmidt said the drivers had to make some concessions but are happy to be able to keep working.

Under the Affordable Care Act, the district would have had to start paying for health care coverage in 2016 for four bus drivers who work more than 30 hours a week.

To avoid this, those drivers agreed to cut their weekly hours by five hours to avoid triggering the mandatory coverage.

“The drivers are OK with it,” Schmidt said. “They understood what was going on.”

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3rd Annual Ladies’ Night Out Celebrating Women Food, Fashion, Fun & Friends Boutique Shopping, Holiday Fashion Toast the Season November 13, 2014 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Ruffled Feathers Golf Club 1 Pete Dye Drive, Lemont Ticket Price: $30 Appetizer Buffet/Cash Bar 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Cocktails & Shopping 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Fashion Show & Buffet Boutique Shopping all evening Registration Deadline: November 3rd Register online at www.lemontchamber.com Or contact the Lemont Chamber of Commerce 630.257.5997 or info@lemontchamber.com

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LEMONT – Lemont Park District Board of Commissioners member Pat Sexton has resigned from the board, effective at the end of the month, according to a Lemont Park District news release.

A c c o r d i n g Pat to the release, Sexton Sexton will be moving out of town to pursue a new career opportunity. He had previously worked as a manager at Cog Hill Golf Club in Lemont.

“The Lemont Park District Staff would like to extend much gratitude to Commissioner Sexton for his hard work, dedication, and genuine care for the District as a whole over the past nine years,” Park District Executive Director Louise Egofske said in the release. “Even though he’ll be missed greatly, we wish him

and his family the absolute best.”

Sexton was first elected in 2005 and most recently re-elected in 2011. He served as board president from April 2008 until he stepped down from the position in July. Commissioner Brian Pepich has been serving as board president since then.

The board is looking for a new member to fill out the remaining two years of Sexton’s term.

According to the release, board members are expected to attend monthly meetings, participate on various committees, attend standing committee meetings if a member, attend board retreats and in-service workshops and attend and participate in special events.

Applicants for this position must submit their resume, two references and a letter of interest by Oct. 31 to Lemont Park District Board President Brian Pepich at brian-pepich@lemontparkdistrict.org.

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The Metra Board of Directors took a step towards revitalizing its aging fleet and closing budget shortfalls Oct. 9 – at the expense of its riders’ pocketbooks.

The board announced an average 10.8 percent fare hike starting Feb. 15 and will seek additional increases totaling about 68 percent during the next decade in an effort to meet costs and help pay for a $2.4-billion capital plan, according to one of two news releases distributed last week on the matter.

The increase was part of Metra’s proposed 2015 budget, which totals $749.1 million in operations expenses and $328.9 million in capital needs.

The board is expected to vote on the final budget Nov. 14.

“We expend a huge amount of resources – time, staff and money – on timely and extensive maintenance so that even our ‘vintage’ rolling stock is completely safe,” Metra Executive Director and CEO Don Orseno said in a release. “But, as the old saying goes, is this really any way to run a railroad?”

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To help meet costs, Metra plans to issue $100 million in bonds – or a similar funding method – in 2015 for the first time in its history.

About 16 percent of the $2.4 billion would be funded by the fair increase. Metra will seek additional federal and state money as well, according to a release.

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LEMONT – The Bruce Korosa and Sons Polka Band will return to Lemont as part of the Adult Halloween Oktoberfest from 6 to 11:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at the Lemont Township Community Center, 16300 Alba St. The band played for 22 years in Lemont at Keepataw Days, which was not held this year.

The polka music starts at 6 p.m., with Reverend Dogman and the Heard playing blues and rock music at 9 p.m.

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stations and more that Metra aims to accomplish in the coming years, although a release indicated additional plans would be developed.

Lemont Mayor Brian Reaves is a member of the board of directors.

“As of right now, I am in support of [the budget], but I am requesting to see some other cost saving options,” he said.

There will be public hearings on the proposed budget from 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Clarendon Hills Village Hall, One N. Prospect Ave., and the Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet.

A discount on 10-ride tickets, eliminated in 2013, may be reinstated, as well as a grace period on monthly tickets, making them valid through noon on the first business day of each month. One-way tickets also could last up to 90 days.

Metra is considering increasing the price of an onboard ticket to $5 from $3 and weekend passes from $7 to $8 and instituting a general no-refund policy.

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Kimberly Musser, 47, of 604 State St., Lemont, was charged at License violations 9:22 p.m. Oct. 5 with two counts of • Migdalia Quinones, 45, of domestic battery after an incident 14356 Creme Road, Homer Glen, in the 600 block of State Street. was charged at 4:22 a.m. Oct. 7 with driving while license susHit-and-run pended, no insurance, suspendGregory St. Pierre, 44, of 733 ed registration and speeding E. Division St., Lockport, was after a traffic stop at State and charged at 11:03 p.m. Oct. 5 with Logan streets. hit-and-run, leaving the scene of • Francisco Ochoa, 31, of 6694 an accident, failure to give inforDouble Eagle Drive, Woodridge, mation after striking property and was charged at 10:24 a.m. Oct. failure to reduce speed to avoid 7 with driving while license susan accident after an incident in pended after a traffic stop in the the 11200 block of Lemont Road. 11200 block of Lemont Road.

• Andrea Balazova, 22, of 8231 Drug paraphernalia W. 79th St., Justice, was charged possession at 10:48 a.m. Oct. 8 with no Cody Chaloupka, 19, of 16517 valid driver’s license and expired W. Cagwin Drive, Lockport, was registration after a traffic stop at charged Oct. 7 with possession Archer Avenue and 127th Street. of drug paraphernalia after a • Mario Gutierrez, 24, of 15519 traffic stop at State Street and Davis Road, Edinburg, Texas, was Munster Road. charged at 1:05 a.m. Oct. 9 with driving while license suspended, Underage drinking operating an uninsured motor Two juveniles were charged at vehicle and driving without lights 12:56 a.m. Oct. 5 with breaking when required after a traffic stop curfew and one was charged with at New Avenue and 127th Street. underage consumption of alcohol • Cesar Villalobos, 26, of 632 in the 15100 block of Main Street. Benton St., Joliet, was charged at 10:32 a.m. Oct. 10 with no Burglary valid driver’s license and expired A Garmin GPS unit and registration after a traffic stop in charging cord were stolen the 15900 block of New Avenue.

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between 10:30 a.m. Oct. 9 and 10:21 a.m. Oct. 10 from a vehicle in the 700 block of Kruk Street.

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Oktoberfest to feature Korosa, Rev. Dogman At this beautiful time of year, Lemont Township’s Heritage Woodland Sanctuary is alive with color and the community center is the spot for adult Halloween fun.

On Oct. 24, local favorite Bruce Korosa will kick off the evening for Lemont Township’s Oktoberfest celebration at the Lemont Community Center, 16300 Alba St., at 6 p.m., COMMUNITY followed by blues/rock band VOICE Reverend Dogman and the Heard at 9 p.m.

Kathy Adult beverages at OktoHenrikson berfest, which runs to 11:30 p.m., include spirits from Otto Brandt Wines and Pollyanna Brewing Co. of Lemont. A costume contest will add to the fun.

Tickets are $15 or $10 for seniors.

On Oct. 26, we are hosting our free Hooowl-A-Ween doggy costume party at Central Bark Dog Park from 1:30 to 3 p.m. For information on either event, please call 630-257-2522 or visit www.lemonttownship.org.

As Facilities Director, I am often asked what kind of services Lemont Township provides. I am proud to say that we go over and above to bring much more to the community.

We have a very active senior group which meets daily for lunch and fellowship. For information, contact Irene at 630-2570515. Working closely with our seniors is a priority, especially with all the recent government program changes.

Through our Meals on Wheels program, volunteer drivers provide meals and a well-being check on homebound residents five days a week. Our human services department goes over and above to help with food pantry assistance, referrals to regional agencies, seasonal programs such as the Giving Tree and our LEAP after school tutoring program.

The assessor’s office is always willing to go the extra mile to help with tax appeals or provide other property information.

Pace bus service has expanded to three buses, providing low cost transportation within the community. We also transport residents to medical appointments and senior trips outside of Lemont.

Lemont Township Family Assistance Fund was established a few years back to allow the Township to help families in need through your generous tax deductible donations. Please keep this in mind if you or your organization might be looking for a giving purpose in the future.

I am very proud to be a part of a great service agency and the community of Lemont.

Kathy Henrikson is the Facilities Director for Lemont Township.

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Ill. governor: Rauner Gov. Pat Quinn has had more than five years to guide Illinois toward a brighter fiscal future. Instead, his incompetent leadership and regressive policies have driven the state to the brink of financial collapse.

To that point: Illinois is bleeding jobs. State data released last month show that there are 102,000 fewer Illinoisans in the workforce now than when Quinn, a Democrat, took office in 2009.

That’s good for worst in the country. Illinois also is the only state in the Midwest in which food stamp enrollment has outpaced job creation – and by a 2-to-1 margin – since the Great Recession, again under Quinn’s watch.

Illinois has the worst credit rating of any state in the nation, meaning it pays more in interest when borrowing money. Under Quinn, national ratings agencies have downgraded the state’s credit rating 13 times. The state’s bonds are near “junk” status.

Illinois also has a worst-in-the-nation public pension deficit of $100 billion and growing.

Almost a quarter of every dollar that state government collects annually from taxpayers goes toward retirement benefits, not services.

Quinn stood on the sidelines as lawmakers worked on pension reform last year, offering no solution of his own to the state’s most pressing issue. The solution ultimately arrived at now appears likely to be thrown out in court, putting reform efforts back to square one.

Deadbeat state government owes social service agencies, school districts and other employers almost $5 billion for work completed months ago. Illinois’ worker’s compensation costs are fourth worst in the U.S., driving businesses and jobs elsewhere.

Quinn and Democratic state lawmakers also foisted a 67 percent income tax increase on wage earners in 2011, costing a household with annual income of $50,000 an additional $1,000 in taxes. Quinn promised it would be temporary, but now wants to make it permanent. He also wants to introduce a graduated income tax, another jobs killer.

Simply put, Quinn’s tenure as governor has been a complete failure.

Ryan Terrell, news editor rterrell@shawmedia.com 630-427-6252

By contrast, Republican nominee for governor Bruce Rauner is a success story.

A self-made millionaire, he helped build a startup investment firm into one of the most successful businesses in the state. Rauner’s wealth was not given to him. He earned it. Yet Quinn, a lifelong politician, holds that against him. Success should be lauded, not vilified.

Because he is independently wealthy, Rauner will not be beholden to the special interests that have helped corrupt Springfield.

He says he will stand up to public employee union leaders who have fought tooth-and-nail against reform. He says he also will fight corruption and cronyism, which have thrived under Quinn in state government agencies such as the Department of Transportation and the Department of Agriculture.

Rauner understands that the state’s taxpayers are overburdened. He wants to phase out the Quinn income tax hike over four years, freeze property taxes, and shrink state government. He also wants to reduce the overall number of governmental bodies in Illinois.

Rauner pledges to be an active governor and live in Springfield. Unlike Quinn, Rauner says that he will be on the floor working legislation every day the General Assembly is in session. Rauner also is not a career politician; this is his first run for office. He supports term limits and, if elected, says he would serve at most two terms.

Rauner admits that he does not have all the answers. He understands that Illinois’ financial situation is so dire, he will need help.

He vows to surround himself with talented people whose focus will be righting the state’s fiscal ship, not political cronies looking for more taxpayer-funded handouts.

Rauner doesn’t need this job. He says he’s running because he believes in Illinois and wants to make it a better place to live.

Bruce Rauner gives Illinois hope. Gov. Pat Quinn offers more of the same failures.

Illinois can’t afford more of the same.

That’s why we endorse Rauner, the Republican nominee for governor.

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People like my dogs. ... They aren’t particularly cute; in fact, they were former throw-away animals no one wanted. One has a particular physical oddity that attracts attention and questions. After learning more, many people share their own stories of overcoming an obstacle or about someone they know who has. Kids, without jaded preconceptions, are drawn to my dogs. ... We go to the park to inspire and offer opportunities to smile and am glad the majority of people find that permissible.

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Why are you the best candidate? I am a problem-solver who listens to his constituents and works to bring people together to address the many issues. ... Because people are still hurting in today’s economy – especially the middle class – I wrote a Five Point Jobs Plan to spur job creation and have helped move forward bipartisan legislation to strengthen manufacturing, fix our failing infrastructure, improve education and workforce training, fight unfair trade and invest in innovation.

What role should the U.S. play in regard to the ongoing conflicts throughout the Mideast? I have supported the airstrikes against [the Islamic State] and other Daniel terrorists in Iraq and Syria because our national security depends on stopping Lipinski these groups. However, I believe Congress should debate a resolution regarding D-Western the further use of force here.

Springs The U.S. faces a $17 trillion debt burden. Can this debt be paid down without raising taxes? I have helped lead bipartisan, balanced efforts to do so, including bringing a budget to the House floor in 2012 to cut deficits by more than $4 trillion over 10 years. ... Only 38 members had the courage to support that budget. ... Despite this setback, I will continue to push for specific proposals to address our long-term debt.

Why are you the best candidate? I have lived in the 3rd Congressional District of Illinois my entire life. ... I have been a small business owner, community volunteer and mother for over 30 years. Currently, I am a Palos Township Trustee with a solid conservative record while providing oversight to insure an efficient government to over 54,000 Cook County residents.

The U.S. faces a $17 trillion debt burden. Can this debt be paid down without raising taxes? Obamacare needs to be stopped immediately before further Sharon M. implementation carries on in order to cut our $17 trillion debt burden. Thereafter, I would support a 1 to 2 percent cut in every department across the board, except Brannigan the military and defense. ... As evidenced by history, every time taxes have been R-Palos cut, more monies pour into the treasury.

Heights What role should the U.S. play in regard to the ongoing conflicts throughout the Mideast? The United States needs to be a leader in the ongoing conflicts throughout the Middle East, however, we have sent enough blood and treasure to prove that we are sincere in our humanity and peace-seeking efforts. It is time that the Middle Eastern countries pick up and contribute to the stability of their region.

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Why are you the best candidate for the Cook County Board? I’ve been a strong advocate for tax reform, budget and operational efficiencies, especially in the area of new technology. I’ve also worked hard for greater transparency throughout Cook County government and for making the Cook County Forest Preserve District a national leader in the areas of recreation, restoration and conservation.

If elected, what would you do to ensure the county is run in a fiscally responsible manner? The annual cost of Cook County government, the long-term fiscal Elizabeth health of Cook County and the financial burden placed upon taxpayers and businesses are the major issues facing Cook County. ... Our residents and businesses “Liz” Doody have reached a saturation point with high taxes, fees and regulations. ... The 2014 Gorman Cook County Budget was a step in the right direction.

R-Orland Park How will you ensure your suburban constituents have a voice in Cook County?

When proposed legislation comes before the board, it is my duty and obligation to make sure the best interests of my suburban constituents are being represented as well as being protected. I have continuously provided a strong suburban voice for the 17th District on the county board and will continue to do so if re-elected.

Why are you the best candidate for the DuPage County Board? As a proud mother, grandparent and woman of color, I can relate to the problems and concerns faced by our youth, elderly and other sub cultures throughout DuPage and will do so with empathetic maturity and the leadership skills vital to promoting unity. … As a former investigative reporter, I bring knowledge and years of experience working with federal, state and local government operations, policies and procedures.

Pamela Miles What is your opinion on the measures the county has taken to address the heroin crisis? What is the future of heroin prevention in the county? We D-Downers must continue to provide law enforcement and safety forces necessary training Grove and funding to do their jobs in an adequate manner. Public awareness, education, training and rehabilitation are key components in protecting our youth and citizens.

What is the best way to grow business in the county? I would address roadway and transportation improvement. The collar counties reportedly receive $40 million a year for Regional Transit Authority.

However, reports indicate that DuPage County uses only 1 percent of these funds for RTA. Is the remainder of the funds really being used for operations at the County Sheriff’s Department?

Jim Hickey, D-Orland Park, did not respond to Suburban Life’s questionnaire.

Why are you the best candidate for the DuPage County Board? As vice chairman of the County Board I have led the way on economic reforms that have saved the county millions of dollars in spending, by reforming employee benefits, ending pension spiking, and consolidating services like merging our youth detention Center with Kane County which provides an equal level of service at a reduced costs saving DuPage taxpayers over a million dollars annually.

What is your opinion on the measures the county has taken to address the John Curran heroin crisis? What is the future of heroin prevention in the county? Continued education in our schools, availability of treatment for heroin users and swift R-Woodridge and harsh prosecution for those peddling heroin in our communities is our best course forward in DuPage County for battling this epidemic.

What is the best way to grow business in the county? The best way to grow business in the county is by working to expand and diversify the local economy through actions that stimulate business investments in our communities. … We need to vigorously pursue the O’Hare Airport Western Access Project, which by providing a roadway accessing O’Hare from the west, will allow the DuPage region to meet it future transportation needs. This project is estimated to lead to 64,000 new jobs in the area.

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PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SECTION 8.1 OF ARTICLE I OF THE ILLINOIS CONSTITUTION ARTICLE I – BILL OF RIGHTS SECTION 8.1. CRIME VICTIMS’ VICTIM’S RIGHTS. (a) Crime victims, as defined by law, shall have the following rights as provided by law: (1) The right to be treated with fairness and respect for their dignity and privacy and to be free from harassment, intimidation, and abuse throughout the criminal justice process.

(2) The right to notice and to a hearing before a court ruling on a request for access to any of the victim’s records, information, or communications which are privileged or confidential by law.

(3) (2) The right to timely notification of all court proceedings.

(4) (3) The right to communicate with the prosecution.

(5) (4) The right to be heard at any post-arraignment court proceeding in which a right of the victim is at issue and any court proceeding involving a post-arraignment release decision, plea, or sentencing. make a statement to the court at sentencing.

(6) (5) The right to be notified of information about the conviction, the sentence, the imprisonment, and the release of the accused.

(7) (6) The right to timely disposition of the case following the arrest of the accused.

(8) (7) The right to be reasonably protected from the accused throughout the criminal justice process.

(9) The right to have the safety of the victim and the victim’s family considered in denying or fixing the amount of bail, determining whether to release the defendant, and setting conditions of release after arrest and conviction.

(10) (8) The right to be present at the trial and all other court proceedings on the same basis as the accused, unless the victim is to testify and the court determines that the victim’s testimony would be materially affected if the victim hears other testimony at the trial.

(11) (9) The right to have present at all court proceedings, subject to the rules of evidence, an advocate and or other support person of the victim’s choice.

(12) (10) The right to restitution. (b) The victim has standing to assert the rights enumerated in subsection (a) in any court exercising jurisdiction over the case. The court shall promptly rule on a victim’s request.

The victim does not have party status. The accused does not have standing to assert the rights of a victim. The court shall not appoint an attorney for the victim under this Section. Nothing in this Section shall be construed to alter the powers, duties, and responsibilities of the prosecuting attorney The General Assembly may provide by law for the enforcement of this Section. (c) The General Assembly may provide for an assessment against convicted defendants to pay for crime victims’ rights. (d) Nothing in this Section or any law enacted under this Section creates a cause of action in equity or at law for compensation, attorney’s fees, or damages against the State, a political subdivision of the State, an officer, employee, or agent of the State or of any political subdivision of the State, or an officer or employee of the court. or in any law enacted under (e) Nothing in this Section or any law enacted under this Section shall be construed as creating (1) a basis for vacating a conviction or (2) a ground for any relief requested by the defendant appellate relief in any criminal case.

EXPLANATION The Constitution sets forth substantial rights for crime victims. The proposed amendment expands certain current rights: 1) Victims are currently entitled to fairness and respect throughout the criminal justice process. The amendment would also provide that they shall be protected from harassment, intimidation and abuse.

2) Victims currently can make a statement to the court when a criminal defendant is sentenced to punishment. The amendment would allow a victim to be heard at any proceeding that involves the victim’s rights, and any proceeding involving a plea agreement, release of the defendant or convicted individual, or sentencing.

3) Victims may obtain information about conviction, sentencing, imprisonment or release. The amendment would require prosecutors and the court to notify victims of those events before they happen.

The amendment would also grant additional rights to crime victims: 1) A victim would have a right to formal notice and a hearing before the court rules on any request for access to the victim’s information which is privileged or confidential information.

2) A victim would have the right to have the judge consider the victim’s safety and the safety of his or her family before deciding whether to release a criminal defendant, setting the amount of bail to be paid before release, or setting conditions of release after arrest or conviction.

3) The victim would have the right to assert his or her rights in any court with jurisdiction over the criminal case, but would not have the same rights as the prosecutor or the criminal defendant and the court could not appoint an attorney for the victim at taxpayer expense.

The proposed amendment would not alter the powers, duties or responsibilities of the prosecutor. Further, a criminal defendant would not be able to challenge his or her conviction on the basis of a failure to follow these provisions.

FORM OF BALLOT Proposed Amendment to the 1970 Illinois Constitution Explanation of Amendment The proposed amendment makes changes to Section 8.1 of Article I of the Illinois Constitution, the Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights. The proposed amendment would expand certain rights already granted to crime victims in Illinois, and give crime victims the ability to enforce their rights in a court of law. You are asked to decide whether the proposed amendment should become part of the Illinois Constitution.

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DuPage County voters who are not yet registered at their current address may go to any of the six "Grace Period" Registration locations listed below to register or update their records and cast a ballot up to and including Election Day. Los electores del Condado de DuPage que aún no estén inscritos en su dirección actual pueden ir a cualquiera de los seis lugares de inscripción del "Período de gracia" que se indican a continuación para inscribirse o actualizar sus inscripciones y emitir su voto hasta e incluyendo el Día de la Elección.

Call the DuPage County Election Commission at 630-407-5600 or visit www.dupageco.org/election for details.

Llame a DuPage County Election Commission al 630-407-5608 o visite la página www.dupageco.org/election para más detalles.

Early Voting Locations

Centros de Votación Temprana

October 20 through November 1, 2014

Del 20 de Octubre al 1ro de Noviembre, 2014

Addison Township Office Gym 401 N. Addison Rd., Addison

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Addison Township Office Gimnasio 401 N. Addison Rd., Addison

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Bartlett Community Center Senior Center 700 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Bartlett Community Center Centro para Ancianos 700 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Downers Grove Village Hall Committee Room 801 Burlington Ave., Downers Grove

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Downers Grove Village Hall Sala del Comité 801 Burlington Ave., Downers Grove

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Elmhurst City Hall City Council Chambers 209 N. York St., Elmhurst

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Elmhurst City Hall Concilio de la Ciudad 209 N. York St., Elmhurst

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Glen Ellyn Civic Center Solinsky Hall West 535 Duane St., Glen Ellyn

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Glen Ellyn Civic Center Solinsky Hall West 535 Duane St., Glen Ellyn

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

"Grace Period" Registration and Early Voting Locations

"Período de Gracia" Inscripción y Centros de Votación Temprana

"Grace Period" Registration - October 20 through November 4 Permanent Early Voting - October 20 through November 2

"Período de Gracia" inscripción - 20 de Octubre al 4 de Noviembre Votación Temprana Permanente - 20 de Octubre al 2 de Noviembre

DuPage County Election Commission Room 1-500B 421 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

DuPage County Election Commission Sala 1-500B 421 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Naperville Municipal Center Meeting Room A 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Naperville Municipal Center Sala de Reunión A 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Olive Trees Condominiums Clubhouse 200 E. Bailey Rd., Naperville

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Olive Trees Condominiums Casa club 200 E. Bailey Rd., Naperville

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Stratford Square Mall Upper Level, Next To Macy's, Entrance 4 152 Stratford Square, Bloomingdale

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Westfield Fox Valley Mall NE Entrance Between Sears And Carsons 195 Fox Valley Center Dr., Aurora

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Yorktown Center The Plaza Shops At Yorktown #42 203 Yorktown Mall Dr., Lombard

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Stratford Square Mall Nivel Superior al Lado de Macy's Entrada 4 Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 152 Stratford Square, Bloomingdale Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Westfield Fox Valley Mall Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Entrada NE entre Sears Y Carsons Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 195 Fox Valley Center Dr., Aurora Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Yorktown Center Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Las Tiendas de Afuera de Yorktown #42 Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 203 Yorktown Mall Dr., Lombard

November 3rd and 4th (Election Day) - "Grace Period" Registration and Early Voting Locations Hours are 8:30 am - 7:00 pm 3 y 4 de Noviembre (Día de Elección) - "Período de Gracia" Inscripción y Centros de Votación Temprana Horarios 8:30 am - 7:00 pm

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WHERE: Brookfield Zoo, 8400 W. 31st St., Brookfield WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 18, 19, 25 and 26 COST & INFO: Regular admission, with fees for some activities; www.brookfieldzoo.org, 708-688-8000 ABOUT: Boo! at the Zoo features a professional carver working with 1,000-pound pumpkins; the Creepy Cowboy Carousel; scarecrow building; cookie decorating, treat stations; and special Zoo Chats about bats, wolves and other critters. Costume parades step off at 1 p.m. each day, and the Oct. 26 procession will be led by the Hinsdale Central High School Red Devil Marching Band.

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WHERE: Komechak Art Gallery on fifth floor of Kindlon Hall at Benedictine University, Lisle WHEN: Through November COST & INFO: Free admission; www.ben.edu/ artgallery ABOUT: To commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the death of Ed Paschke, an exhibit celebrates the Chicago Imagist’s pop art-influenced representational imagery. It is comprised of family members’ collections, rarely seen in public.

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WHERE: 4100 Route 53, Lisle WHEN: 3 p.m. weekends in October COST & INFO: $10 per adult member, $20 for nonmember, and $5 and $10 per child, respectively, with reservations at 630-725-2066 or http://shawurl.com/1guv ABOUT: “Resurrected” is the theme of a hike interspersed by theatrical scenes at Morton Arboretum. Profiling famous Chicago scary tales – Resurrection Mary, Devil Baby of Hull House, Julia Petta, the Italian Bride, and Francis Levy’s Handprint – the eerie stories are strung together by the Wynkoop Murder investigation and include audience participation.

Wear comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing and bring a chair or blanket and water bottle.

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WHERE: Anderson’s Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville WHEN: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 COST & INFO: $18.99 for book; for signing tickets, visit www.andersonsbookshop.com, 630-355-2665; www. houseofnightseries.com ABOUT: The New York Times bestselling mother-daughter writing team of P.C. and Kristin Cast (shown) will bring the final book in their teen-appeal “House of Night” series – “Redeemed.” To receive a number for the signing line, purchase a copy of “Redeemed” from Anderson’s Bookshop.

In the book, Zoey and her friends face the ultimate battle with evil.

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Japanese cuisine is on a roll at Sushi Mono WHEATON – Food cravings have a way of burrowing down into the absolute pit of my stomach and staying there until satiated. Like a troll under a bridge controlling the action, my stomach often waves a hand at the trifles of a salad and instead demands a giant slice of pizza.

While I try to stay strong in these moments, I both believe that life is too short to deny cravings for too long, and that if I do deny them, I will erupt like Cookie Monster from “Sesame Street,” devouring all in my wake.

Thankfully, I was asked to review Sushi Mono in downtown Wheaton just as I was having a minor craving flare-up. It turns out to be a good suburban destination to scratch that particular itch, complete with large portions, a variety of different rolls and a classy atmosphere to tie it together.

Its dramatic interior carries red and black tones throughout, for the feel of an upscale sushi restaurant.

Well-decorated, it avoids being too busy with random knick-knacks. The dining room with its exposed barrel ceiling is staffed by a generous wait crew, who were all appropriately attentive.

For my first visit, I decided to cast the widest net possible – no fish pun intended – and get a sushi trio special. The three rolls were preceded by a standard miso soup in a fun little container, plus a lovely mixed green salad with a creamy citrus dressing.

The three players for the main event were dragon, shiitake mushroom and spicy tuna rolls, all with big positives in their own ways.

First, the dragon, whose savory eel, shrimp tempura and tobiko – fish roe – combination was a welcome and warm change of pace from classic sushi. The shrimp had a nice crunch, adding texture to the roll. It probably could have used a dash more of unagi sauce, but it is also one of my

Sushi Mono n Where: 230 W. Front St.,

Wheaton n Hours: Lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday; dinner from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 4:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday n Dress code: Casual n Info: 630-752-0102, www. sushimono.com

More photos online To see more photos from Sushi Mono, find this story online at PlanitLife.com/mysterydiner personal favorite flavors, so I may just be too nuts for the stuff to be an impartial judge.

The mushroom roll was an interesting one, with salty, savory flavor from the soy sauce marinade. It had a nice chewy texture and was balanced with a hit of sweetness. And the spicy tuna was actually spicy, a relative rarity for many sushi spots. It was light on the mayo, which also was welcome.

During a second visit, I decided I needed to scratch my itch just a bit further, and snared a pair of nigiri – sweet egg and salmon toro. I had never tried the former before, but was pleasantly surprised.

The egg remained the dominating flavor, but had hints of salty and sweet that added a lot of depth. The salmon toro was perfectly fatty and served at a good temperature, which is important in such cuisine.

I ended my foray into the world of Sushi Mono with a gigantic bowl of tonkotsu ramen, another deep and notso-guilty pleasure. The wonderful smell of pork broth hit me from tables away, and the comforting taste backed it up in a great way. It was surprisingly creamy in texture, and its noodles were just right.

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Sushi Mono in downtown Wheaton offers a wide variety of dishes – including adventurous options for the aficionado.

The restaurant features an array of sushi, even some with warm cheese. In this trio, the decadent dragon Interesting nigiri choices include nice and fatty roll (foreground) is paired with a deliciously savory salmon toro (left) and wonderfully balanced sweet egg. shiitake mushroom roll (left), and spicy tuna roll.

Craving sated, I wobbled home content from Sushi Mono, which does its best to ensure you leave full and happy.

The Mystery Diner is a newsroom employee at Suburban Life Media. The diner’s identity is not revealed to

the restaurant staff before or during the meal. Only positive dining experiences will result in published reviews.

EVENTS

LEADERSHIP NOW CONFERENCE, 7:30 a.m. Oct. 17 and 18, Chicago Marriott Oak Brook Hotel, 1401 W. 22nd St., Oak Brook. Featuring renowned guest speakers, prominent leadership professionals, vendor exhibitions, leadership workshops, networking reception, live entertainment and more. Cost: $800. Information: www. successzone.biz.

FREE DANCE CLASSES FOR AGES 5-8, 6:45 p.m. Oct. 17, Expression Dance Studio, 21 W. Quincy St., Westmont. Information: www. expressiondancestudio.com.

OCT. 18 DOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE MARKET, 7 a.m. Oct. 18, Burlington Train Station, Burlington Ave., Downers Grove. Proceeds from booth-sales support the Indian Boundary YMCA Stronger Together Fund. Cost: Free.

Information: www.ymcachicago.org.

DANCE CLASSES, 9 a.m. Oct. 18, Expression Dance Studio, 21 W. Quincy St., Westmont. Celebrate National Arts and Humanities Month with free classes. For ages 2-5. Information: www.expressiondancestudio.com.

HEALTH CARE SMART SERIES, 1:30 p.m. Oct. 18, Clarendon Hills Public Library, 7 N. Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills. Maribeth Fencl, a licensed insurance broker certified by Medicare will explain Medicare Original Parts A and B as well as the difference between Advantage programs and supplements. Medicare Part D will also be covered. Cost: Free. Information: www.clarendonhillslibrary.org.

SCARECROW SCRAMBLE 5K RUN/ WALK, 6 p.m. Oct. 18, Lisle Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle.

Scarecrow Scramble is a nighttime 5k run/walk for all ages. Includes music, food, hayrides, a costume contest and youth and tot races.

Cost: $0-$35. Information: www. scarecrowscramble.com/race-day-activities.

DUELING PIANOS, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18,

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TRICK-OR-TREAT COMIC BOOKS WHERE: Six suburban locations WHEN: Week before Halloween COST & INFO: For Halloween ComicFest, participating comic book specialty shops will give away specifically published comic books to anyone who comes into their shops the weekend before Halloween. And as an alternative to candy for trick-or-treat, the stores offer 20 mini-comics for $4.99 that are appropriate for readers of all ages. A description of each mini-comic is available at www. halloweencomicfest.com. Participating locations include Alien Entertainment Store in Lombard; Chimera’s Comics in La Grange; Gem Comics in Elmhurst; and Graham Crackers Comics in Downers Grove, Naperville and Wheaton.

Wheatstack, 5900 S. Route 53, Lisle.

Cost: $20-$40. Information: www. wheatstacklisle.com/events.html.

OCT. 19 6TH ANNUAL DOGGIE SCAVENGER HUNT, 11 a.m. Oct. 19, Happy Dog Barkery, 5118 Main St., Downers Grove. You and your dog will solve the clues and find the treats hidden around the downtown area. Each stop has a treat for the dog to enjoy. Once you solve all the clues, come back to Happy Dog and get a goodie bag and raffle ticket for some really cool gift baskets. Cost: $8. Information: www. happydogbarkery.com/events.

VIVIAN MAIER: BURIED TREASURE AND THE NANNY PHOTOGRAPHER, 2 p.m. Oct. 19, Oak Brook Public Library, 600 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook.

Jenny Riddle returns to the library with her new show about photographer Vivian Maier. Vivian was a nanny on Chicago’s North Shore and her work became public after her death. Her masterful shots of scenes

in Chicago’s streets have taken the world by storm. Jenny will play Maier in character and reveal the details of Vivian’s fascinating life. Cost: Free.

Information: www.oak-brook.org/ library.

OCT. 20 ROTARY CLUB OF DOWNERS GROVE LUNCH MEETING, noon Oct. 20, DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel & Conference Center, 2111 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove. Information: www.dgrotary.org.

MONDAY FUNDAY: GOOD VIBRATIONS, 4 p.m. Oct. 20, Lisle Library District, 777 Front St., Lisle. Experiment and learn about creating sound waves, changing pitch, and how our ears work. For grades K-5. Cost: Free.

Information: www2.lislelibrary.org.

AFTER HOURS FILM SOCIETY PRESENTS 2014 “SAY IT IN EIGHT” STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL, 5 p.m.

Oct. 20, Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Featuring the winning entries of the 12th annual

OCT. 21 ROTARY CLUB OF HINSDALE-OAK BROOK SUNRISE MEETING, 7 a.m.

Oct. 21, The Hyatt Lodge, 2815 Jorie Blvd., 2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook.

Information: hobrotary.org.

ROTARY CLUB OF LISLE MEETING, 7:30 a.m. Oct. 21, Hilton Lisle, 3003 Corporate West Drive, Lisle. Information: www.lislerotary.org.

WOODRIDGE ROTARY CLUB MEETING, noon Oct. 21, Seven Bridges Golf Club, 1 Mulligan Drive, Woodridge. Information: www.woodridgerotary.org.

ROTARY CLUB OF WESTMONT MEETING, noon Oct. 21, Vincitori Restaurant, 14 N. Cass Ave., Westmont. Information: www.westmontrotaryclub.org.

DOWNERS GROVE NOON LIONS CLUB MEETING, noon Oct. 21, Gatto’s, 5123 Main St., Downers Grove. Information: e-clubhouse.org/sites/downersgn.

LEMONT-HOMER GLEN ROTARY CLUB MEETING, noon Oct. 21, Ruffled Feathers, 1 Pete Dye Drive, Lemont.

Information: www.rotary.org.

OAK BROOK ROTARY CLUB MEETING, 12:15 p.m. Oct. 21, The Hyatt Lodge, 2815 Jorie Blvd., 2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook. Information: www.rotary.org.

BOLINGBROOK ROTARY CLUB MEETING, 12:15 p.m. Oct. 21, Ashbury at Boughton Ridge Golf Course, 335 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Information: www.rotary.org.

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“ED PASCHKE: IN PRIVATE HANDS,” through Nov. 30, Fr. Michael E. Komechak Art Gallery, Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle. This commemorative exhibition celebrates the lively and Pop art-influenced representational imagery associated with Edward Paschke’s art. Known as one of the internationally-acclaimed Chicago’s Imagists artists, he chose to work with intensely colorful expressionism and aggressive themes. The exhibition is comprised of family members’ collections, which have rarely been seen in public. Cost: Free. Information: www.ben.edu/ komechak-art-gallery/events.cfm.

student event. The top selections will be screened and awards will be distributed at this special program. Cost: $5. Information: www.afterhoursfilmsociety.com.

HORRORWEEN: “ARSENIC & OLD LACE,” 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20, Lisle Library District, 777 Front St., Lisle. Horror film expert and LLD Board President Richard Flint will have opening commentary. Discussion and refreshments start at 6:30 p.m., movies start at 7 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: www.lislelibrary.org.

BOLINGBROOK LIONS CLUB MEETING, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20, Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive, Bolingbrook.

Information: bolingbrooklions.org.

THE AFTER HOURS FILM SOCIETY PRESENTS “FRANK,” 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20, Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Each film is followed by complimentary refreshments and a group discussion after each screening. “Frank” is the weirdly touching fable of a young wannabe musician, Jon (Domhnall Gleeson) who finds himself out of his depth when he joins an avant-garde pop band led by the mysterious and enigmatic Frank (Michael Fassbender), a musical genius who hides himself inside a large fake head, and his terrifying bandmate Clara. Cost: $5-$9. Information: www. afterhoursfilmsociety.com.

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ROTARY CLUB OF DARIEN MEETING, 12:15 p.m. Oct. 21, Argonne National Laboratory Guest House, 9700 Cass Ave., Lemont. Information: www. darienrotaryclub.org.

ROMEOVILLE LIONS CLUB MEETING, 6 p.m. Oct. 21, Fire House No. 3, 698 N. Birch Lane, Romeoville.

LYRIC OPERA LECTURE SERIES: “IL TROVATORE,” 7 p.m. Oct. 21, Lisle Library District, 777 Front St., Lisle.

Emotions boil in an action-packed story that includes babies switched at birth, kidnapping, mistaken identity, poisoning, civil strife, witches burned at the stake, and a noblewoman who offers herself to a man she hates to save the man she loves. Cost: Free.

Information: www2.lislelibrary.org.

“ROOTS & FENCES: A GENERATIONAL STORY OF FRIENDS, Family, and Disabilities,” 7 p.m. Oct. 21, Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., Lemont. Dr. Sharon Duncan, author of “Roots and Fences” will speak about her story and the stories of her friends and family members with disabilities. Features life stories spanning 50 years and situated in Lemont and the Chicago aread. Cost: Free.

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DR. CHEUNG PRESENTS: SKIN CANCER, 7 p.m. Oct. 21, Oak Brook Public Library, 600 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook. Dr. Cheung, board certified dermatologist, discusses what skin cancer is and how you can prevent becoming one of the many affected by this cancer. Cost: Free. Information: www.oak-brook.org/library.

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ICE SKATING, 9 a.m. Oct. 22, Seven Bridges Ice Arena, 6690 S. Route 53, Woodridge. Group lesson convenient for homeschool students. Lessons will be led by Coach Yevgeny Martynov, a Freestyle Master Rated Professional Figure Skating Association Coach. Cost: $105. Information: www. creativeiceskating.com.

YOUNG MOTHERS’ BIBLE STUDY, 9:30 a.m. Oct. 22, Downers Grove Community Church, 6600 Fairview, Downers Grove. Small group Bible Study about the Fruits of the Spirit. Child care and nursery will be provided. Prayer time and study time with treats. Cost: Free. Information: dgcc.org.

OCT. 23 FINDING YOUR CHICAGO ANCESTORS, noon Oct. 23, Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., Lemont. Grace DuMelle of Heartland Historical Research will present a beginner’s guide to family history in Chicago and Cook

County. Bring your lunch; dessert and beverages will be provided. Register online. Cost: Free. Information: lemontlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails.aspx?EventId=458&lib=.

KNITTING CIRCLE, 1 p.m. Oct. 23, Thomas Ford Memorial Library, 800 Chestnut St., Western Springs. Join other knitters and crafters for inspiration and conversation. No registration needed; novices and newcomers always welcome. Cost: Free. Information: www.fordlibrary.org.

YA THURSDAY: PINTERESTING CRAFTS, 4 p.m. Oct. 23, Lisle Library District, 777 Front St., Lisle. For grades 6-8.

Cost: Free. Information: www. lislelibrary.org.

ROTARY CLUB OF CHICAGO LITHUANIANS (WESTMONT) MEETING, 6 p.m. Oct. 23, Carlucci Restaurant, 1801 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove. Information: www.rotarychicagolandlithuanians.com.

DENNIS WARNER IN CONCERT, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 23, Lisle Library District, 777 Front St., Lisle. Folk/Americana. Cost: Free. Information: www.lislelibrary. org.

DARIEN LIONS CLUB MEETING, 7 p.m.

Oct. 23, Darien Lions Club, 1702 Plainfield Road, Darien. Information: www.darienlions.org.

PIERCE DOWNER’S HERITAGE ALLIANCE 19TH ANNUAL MEETING, 7 p.m. Oct. 23, Downers Grove Recreation Center, 4500 Belmont Road Room L 10, Downers Grove. Special guests will be Sarah Stauskewicz of the Downers Grove Museum, who will describe how to research the history of your home, and Lisa Haderlein, Executive Director since 2002 of the Land Conservancy of McHenry County, who will discuss Project Quercus, a diverse coalition of public, private, government, and non-profit interests working to create solutions to the problem of oak woodland loss.

Refreshments will be served. Cost: Free. Information: www.pdha.org.

TRIVIA NIGHT, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 23, DJ’s Sports Bar, 222 E. Chicago Ave., Westmont. Play to win a $25 or $10 gift card to DJ’s. Categories include food, music, sports, TV, movies and more.

Information: www.djswestmont.com.

KARAOKE NIGHT, 8 p.m. Oct. 23, Sal’s Pizza Pub, 410 W. 22nd St., Lombard.

Cost: Free. Information: salspizzapub. com.

THIRSTY THURSDAYS WITH DJ ONDRAE, 8 p.m. Oct. 23, Cadillac Ranch, 1175 W. Lake St., Bartlett. Dance to rock, pop and country hits. Cost: Free.

Information: cadranch.com.

EAST COAST SWING GROUP DANCE CLASS, 8 p.m. Oct. 23, Just Dance Studios at Georgetown West, 301 Prospect Ave., Wood Dale. Learn East Coast Swing dance patterns that you can use anywhere you go. Both couples and singles are welcome.

Cost: $50. Information: just-dance.us/ classes.html.

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Lemont’s Matt Groebe hits from the rough Monday on the fifth hole during the boys golf sectional at Broken Arrow in Lockport.

Lemont boys heading to state golf meet

By SCOTT SCHMID sschmid@shawmedia.com With five of its top six golfers shooting an 86 or better, the Lemont boys golf team placed third at Monday’s Nazareth sectional, punching their ticket to the IHSA Class 2A state meet.

The Indians finished with a score of 323, which was eight strokes ahead of fourth-place Illiana Christian.

Matt Groebe led the way with a 78 and was followed by the 80 of Joe Pavlovic and the 81 of Raymond Sullivan. Dan Orednick shot an 84, Jeremy Pellegrine came in with an 86 and Matt Retzke rounded out the group with a 91.

The Class 2A state meet begins today and is at the Weibring Golf Club at Illinois

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Girls Golf Participating in the competitive Lincoln-Way Central Class AA sectional on Monday where three girls broke 70, the Lemont girls golf team came in 11th with a stroke total of 363.

The Indians did not qualify anyone for the IHSA state meet. Jennifer Lorenz shot an 88, Stephanie Eby followed with a 90 and Katie Atherton was right behind with a 91.

Also contributing were Taylor

Toth (94), Laura Ringo (95) and Jacque Desmond (99).

The score of 363 was the team’s best score of the year, improving upon their conference and regional results by two strokes.

Lemont had advanced to the sectional as a team after coming in third at the Joliet Central regional.

“I am very proud of the girls for a successful season,” coach Bill Mondrella said, “with another conference tournament win and advancing to sectionals as a team. It was very much a team effort all year with all six girls contributing at different times. We have come a long way in a short time as a program and we will continue to work hard to get to the next level of state caliber teams which Lemont’s Laura Ringo tees off Monday on the 18th hole during the golf is our goal.” sectional at The Sanctuary in New Lenox.

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Lemont Class: 2A Regional: Lemont Sectional: Lincoln-Way West Seed: No. 1 First match: 5 p.m. Tuesday vs

Dawson leads Lemont to victory against Oak Lawn OAK LAWN – Matching his output from a just week ago, Lemont quarterback Ryan Dawson once again threw for six touchdowns in Friday’s 45-0 win against Oak Lawn.

Flynn Nagel added to his gaudy 2014 numbers by catching four of those touchdown

passes to raise his total to 18 (plus one return touchdown) this fall.

Jimmy Kepouros added his seventh score of the season on an 11-yard pass from Dawson, who also found Dimitri Giatras in the end zone for a 2-yard score.

Marcin Orszulak contributed a short field goal to round out the scoring.

Week 8 matchup n WHO: Lemont at Tinley Park n WHEN: 7 p.m. today n WHERE: 6111 W. 175th Street,

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holds a one-game lead for the top spot in the SSB. After outscoring their past three opponents by a 154-19 margin, the Indians should face a stiffer challenge from Tinley Park, which beat Hillcrest 41-0 in Week 7.

Behind seven kills from Ali Lund, Lemont’s girls volleyball team defeated Reavis 25-9, 25-20 on Oct. 9.

Haley Sullivan added five digs for the Indians, who won their 15th match of the fall.

The Indians will compete at the Glenbard East Autumnfest tournament, which begins today and concludes Saturday.

Girls tennis Lemont finished first in the South Suburban Blue conference after competing in Saturday’s league meet.

Ana Ford emerged victorious at No. 2 singles after winning both of her matches in straight sets. Sara Brenza was third at No. 1 singles.

Ashley Matthews and Gabby Rabianski came in first at No. 2 doubles while Liz Blickhahn and McKenna Harbison were winners at No. 2 doubles. CJ Hunter and Melissa Smith were also second at No. 1 doubles.

Girls cross country Placing six runners in the top nine spots, the Lemont girls cross country team cruised to the team title Saturday at the Jimmy Daniels Olympian Run invite hosted

by Rich Central High School.

Beata Drozda was the individual runner-up, clocking in at 18:41, and was followed by Bridget Kunkel in third and Celine Ratulowski in fourth.

Taylor Campos came in sixth and Gabby Voltarel and Jorie Dybcio were eighth and ninth, respectively. Lindsey Mazur added a 24th-place showing.

Boys cross country Competing at the same Jimmy Daniels Olympian Run invite on Saturday, Lemont’s boys cross country team came in ninth with a total of 231.

Evan Ganzer was 26th and Chris Konicki finished 32nd to lead the way.

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Rich South/Evergreen Park winner Outlook: It has been a very successful 2014 season to date for the Lemont soccer team, which not only will host a Class 2A regional but also was awarded the top seed in the sectional.

The Indians are set to open the postseason against either Rich South or Evergreen Park and would then meet either No. 8 seed Mt. Carmel or No. 9 seed Illiana Christian in the regional final.

Behind Lemont in the sectional seeds are Bremen, Marian Catholic and Lincoln-Way West.

The squad improved to 14-2-4 on the campaign with a 6-0 win over Tinley Park as six different players entered into the scoring column. Goalkeeper Connor Koehler made two saves to record the shutout.

On Saturday, the Indians defeated Hinsdale South 1-0 as Martynas Biskis found the back of the net and Koehler notched four saves.

On Oct. 9, Lemont tied OsBill Ackerman - backerman@shawmedia.com wego 0-0 as part of the Wau- Lemont’s Teodor Trifunovski (right) goes shoulder to shoulder Oct. 9 during a game against Oswego in bonsie Valley Warrior Invite. the Warrior Invite.

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The boys soccer regular season is nearing an end and Lemont is getting set for postseason kickoff with the goal of reaching the Class 2A state finals Nov. 7 and 8 at Hoffman Estates High School. Here’s how the playoff road lays out.

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Tucker took all the heat; how about giving him some credit As the Bears left Atlanta and Week 6 of the NFL season in their rear view mirror, I found myself wondering: Why aren’t the legion of Bears fans who’ve spent the better part of the past 15 months screaming for defensive coordinator Mel Tucker’s head now waiting in long lines for the chance to sing his praises?

As is everything in the National Football League, the highs are always a bit too high and the lows often far too low.

But here are the facts: The Bears defense was one of the worst in the NFL last year, ranking 30th in total defense, 32nd versus the run and 30th in points allowed. One of the main reasons they were so bad was they were 26th in quarterback sack percentage and 25th in third down efficiency.

Following the Falcons game, the Bears defense stood 17th in total defense. They actually are now 10th versus the run and 21st in points allowed, and they are 10th in quarterback-sack percentage and 12th in third-down efficiency.

Not a quantum leap, perhaps, but it’s enough to qualify the Bears as one of the

CHICAGO FOOTBALL.COM Hub Arkush most improved defenses in the league.

What is the most impressive part of all that? The Bears spent serious money in free agency to bring in Jared Allen and Lamarr Houston and to re-sign Jeremiah Ratliff, and those three have contributed very little to date. In fact, Houston has been practically invisible.

Another big assist was supposed to come from the return of health of All Pros Charles “Peanut” Tillman and Lance Briggs, but Tillman was lost for the season early and Briggs was in street clothes again versus the Falcons as the Bears defense played its best game in years.

To be clear, the Falcons may not be very good, but they entered the Bears game with the third-rated offense in the league. It performed much better in putting up 37 points against New Orleans, the NFL’s fourth rated scoring defense in 2013, and 56 points

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Saturday on WCIU The U or at 2:30 p.m. Saturday on The U Too. on Tampa Bay. As if that wasn’t enough of a challenge for Mel and his marauders, all four of his top linebackers were out, his “new” starting nickel, Sherrick McManis, was inactive, and Chris Conte once again went down for the count early in the second half.

The Bears responded by holding Atlanta to 287 yards of total offense, and 111 of that came on the Falcons first possession of the second half (Atlanta lost 25 yards on the drive from penalties).

The Bears also held Atlanta to 4-for-13 on third down (31 percent) and sacked Matt Ryan four times, even though Atlanta entered the game sixth in the NFL in sacks allowed.

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There is still more. With Briggs and Tillman on the sidelines, who would wear the green dot versus Atlanta? You know, the guy who would call the defenses and make sure everybody was in the right spot.

It’s almost always a linebacker, but with second-year player Khaseem Greene, undrafted rookie free agent Christian Jones and Darryl Sharpton, who was signed off the street just a little over two weeks ago, what was Tucker to do?

Sharpton was a four-year veteran of the Texans, so he was the obvious choice.

Tucker and linebacker coach Reggie Herring apparently coached the heck out of him, because watching the game you never would have known it wasn’t Briggs at the steering wheel.

Did Tucker blink or whine when Tillman went down again? No, he actually coached up first round draft choice Kyle Fuller to where he’s a lock for all rookie, probably on his way to a Pro Bowl and may just be the Defensive Rookie of the Year.

Tucker’s also brought this defense along while playing significant minutes with rookie tackles Ego Ferguson

and Will Sutton, rotating Conte, Ryan Mundy, Danny McCray and rookie Brock Vereen at safety, and with no idea who his linebackers will be from week-to-week since Shea McClellin went down early with a broken hand.

There is still a great deal of work to do, and the suspicion is that this is still not a playoff-caliber defense.

But we thought Tucker was getting re-armed with all kinds of talent this past offseason, and instead he’s been forced to juggle aging veterans and untested youth at every level, with none of them other than Fuller and, at times, Willie Young and Stephen Paea playing at a truly high level.

It’s still early, and who knows how this defense will look after back-to-back games against Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers?

But right now, it looks light years better than it did in 2013.

Since Mel Tucker was the target of the bulk of the complaints from media and fans alike about that dismal performance, how about we give him a little credit for the excellent job he’s done so far this year?

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EGLE TARELIENE-BULOTIENE; CURRENT SPOUSE OR CIVIL UNION PARTNER, IF ANY, OF EGLE TARELIENE-BULOTIENE; CMG MORTGAGE, INC.; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC AS NOMINEE FOR CMG MORTGAGE, INC.; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SERVICER FOR MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATIONS SYSTEMS, INC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 24849 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on January 15, 2014 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, November 10, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 22-29-204-007-0000.

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THE BOAT DOCK We Buy & Consign Used Boats! 217793-7300 theboatdock.com

CAMPERS/RVS Colman’s RV - We buy/consign used Campers & RV’s 217-787-8653 www.colmansrv.com

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AIRLINE CAREERS START HERE - BECOME AN AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECH. FAA APPROVED TRAINING. FINANCIAL AID IF QUALIFIED. JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE. CALL AIM 800-481-8312

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FLORIDA LAKEFRONT 3BR Direct Waterfront Condo.

Turnkey furnishings included.

Priced below builder cost. Was $504,500, now only $194,900.

Deal with seller direct. Only one! Call (877) 398-6778 ext 104

HEALTH DID YOU HAVE SURGERY WITH A DaVINCI ROBOTIC SYSTEM and sustain burns, tears or punctures of organs, blood vessels or intestines requiring additional open surgery and complications? You may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson 1-800-535-5727

HELP WANTED DRIVERS $1500 SIGN ON BONUS, $60K - $70K Annually! Experienced Class A CDL Drivers Wanted!

Dedicated Customer, Home Weekly and Excellent Benefits.

Call 888-409-6033 or apply online www.DRIVEJTC.com Flatbed Drivers Starting Mileage Pay up to .41 cpm.

Health Ins., 401K, $59 daily Per Diem pay.

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AVERITT EXPRESS New Pay Increase For Regional Drivers!

40 to 46 CPM + Fuel Bonus!

Also, Post-Training Pay Increase for Students!

(Depending on Domicile) Get Home EVERY Week + Excellent Benefits. CDL-A req.

888-602-7440 Apply @ AverittCareers.com Equal Opportunity Employer Females, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

EXPERIENCED DRIVER OR RECENT GRAD? With Swift, you can grow to be an award-winning Class A CDL driver. We help you achieve Diamond Driver status with the best support there is. As a Diamond Driver, you earn additional pay on top of all the competitive incentives we offer. The very best, choose Swift . • Great Miles = Great Pay • Late-Model Equipment Available • Regional Opportunities • Great Career Path • Paid Vacation • Excellent Benefits Please Call: (602) 648-5307 15 Owner Operator / Company Driver Positions Available HOME DAILY! Lima, OH to Chicago, IL route. Ideal candidate will live 50 miles along route. Call PAM 855-8984215 or pamjobs.com

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Drivers - CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS Experienced Solos Earn 41¢/ mile 1¢/ mile increase each yr. NO CAP! Extra Pay for Hazmat! $5,500 Sign-On Bonus for Teams! 888928-6011 www.Drive4Total.com New Pay & WEEKLY HOME TIME! Earn up to $0.43/mile. $2,500 Sign On Bonus PLUS up to $0.03 per mile in bonus! Call 877-294-2777 or SuperServiceLLC.com

ITEMS WANTED Old Jukeboxes and slot machines wanted by collector, working or not. Also antique gambling, gumball and peanut machines. I pay cash and pick up. 314-707-0184

LAND FOR SALE Previously BANK FORECLOSED, 5.65 Acres ONLY 14,900 29.1 Acre Creek Front 29,900 Mountain Views, Rushing Trout Stream, Minutes to 40,000 Acre Lake Adjoins State Park Roads, Utilities, Financing, Call 877-273-1481 or Remax 423-756-5700

TRAINING/EDUCATION Can You Dig It? Heavy Equipment Operator Training!

3 Week Program. Bulldozers, Backhoes, Excavators. Lifetime Job Placement Assistance with National Certifications.

VA Benefits Eligible!

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