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Three local heroes receive Medal of Valor Officers honored for quick action rescue when car plunged into lagoon

By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent

hey likely wouldn’t call themselves heroes – they are too humble

for that. But there’s no other word that describes three police officers who put themselves in harm’s way in order to free a citizen who was trapped inside his car which was submerged in the lagoon at Eldridge Park.

The Medal of Valor is photo by Dee Longfellow

Almost the entire Elmhurst Police Department turned out on Monday, August 17 for an evening of celebration that included swearing in a new sergeant and presenting Medals of Valor to three officers who rescued a man trapped in his car when it was submerged in a lagoon.

up over the curb of a parking lot and into the lagoon at Eldridge Park. Neighbors reported hearing Morris’s cries for help as the car sank below — Michael Ruth, the surface. At that time, Elmhurst Police Chief Police Chief Michael Ruth had On Monday, April 27 at expressed pride in the quick about 1:36 p.m., 77-year-old action of the responding offiLawrence Morris of the 400 cers, thusly: “I’m proud to say block of Commonwealth Lane that one of our Elmhurst police drove his 2002 Toyota Camry officers was first on the scene

and immediately jumped into the water to try to rescue the victim. A police officer from Oakbrook Terrace arrived shortly after and jumped in as well. Between the two officers, they were able to pull a car door open, then came up for air, and went back down to save him. Apparently, they were able to grab his legs and drag him out and onto the shore to safety. By that time,

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he was already unconscious, but an ambulance was at-ready to rush him to the hospital.” Sadly, Mr. Morris passed away at Elmhurst Hospital about a month after the incident. Names can now be matched with those heroes in question, as the City of Elmhurst held a brief ceremony prior to the City Council meeting on Monday, August 17 to present Medals of Valor to each of the three

officers. They were Officer John Pacewic, Officer Margaret Hopkins and Oakbrook Terrace Officer Jason Sluzewicz. “These three individuals went into the lagoon without regard for their own safety,” Ruth said. “The Medal of Valor is the highest honor we can give at the police department. Most people serve their entire careers without receiving one.”

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Commission approves Thornton’s plan for Stevens Steakhouse site Company rep addresses privacy, lighting, noise concerns By Dan McLeister For The Elmhurst Independent

See THORNTON’S, Page 5

Police nab suspect in cell phone theft

photo courtesy of C. J. Elonich

Elmhurst Police responded to a 9-1-1 call regarding the theft of a cell phone at the Elmhurst Metra Platform early on the evening of Saturday, July 17. The victim, a teen male, had set down his cell phone in order to use a separate camera to take photos of a train passing through the station. After determining that the phone was missing, the teen spotted the phone in the hands of the suspect and confronted the man demanding the return of the phone. A shouting match ensued at which time 9-1-1 was notified. The Elmhurst Police Department responded and officers were able to quickly ascertain rightful ownership of the phone, at which time the adult male was arrested for theft.

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ELMHURST — After discussing possible noise problems, the Zoning and Planning Commission (ZPC) approved a proposal by Thornton’s for a gas station and convenience store on the former Stevens Steakhouse site which has been vacant for about five years. At an August 13th meeting about deliberating on the plan, Commissioner Susan McCoyd said the proposal was a good project, which was needed on the corner of York Rd. and the Lake St. entrance to I-290. Than Werner, planning and zoning administrator for the City, commented that the project would put life back into a site, which had been dormant for about five years. The ZPC report will be sent to the Development, Planning and Zoning Committee, a group of three aldermen, who will send a report to the full City Council. Also, Commissioners approved variations for signs. McCoyd asked a question about noise affecting nearby residents. Tony Rubino, the company’s real estate manager, responded

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TribLocal discontinues Editions to merge with Pioneer Press By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent

ELMHURST — Late Monday, August 17, the Independent learned that the Chicago Tribune would be discontinuing publication of its TribLocal weekly insert section, which has offered news coverage of local suburban communities such as Elmhurst for the past eight years. The Chicago Tribune published a story on Monday, stating, “eight of TribLocal’s 16 printed editions will be absorbed into overlapping Pioneer Press weeklies.” It was further reported that most of the affected markets are on the North Shore. Only five community editions will continue under the TribLocal banner: Wheaton/Glen Ellyn, Tri-Cities, Arlington Heights, Bolingbrook/Plainfield and Downers Grove. Last October, Tribune Publishing bought 38 suburban newspapers in the Chicago area from the Sun-Times for $23.5 million. The overlapping of news coverage eliminated the need for the TribLocal sections, according to the Tribune article.

City honors its heroes

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Mayor Steve Morley (far left) and Police Chief Michael Ruth (far right) joined everyone gathered in Council Chambers as they burst into applause and rose for a standing ovation to honor (c., from left) Elmhurst Police Officers John Pacewic and Margaret Hopkins and Officer Jason Sluzewicz of Oakbrook Terrace. Police Chief Ruth presented each with the Medal of Valor for having placed themselves in harm’s way without regard to their personal safety in order to rescue a 77-year-old man from inside his car, after it was submerged in the lagoon at Eldridge Park. The Medal of Valor is the highest honor to be bestowed at the police department.

Sgt. Himpelmann sworn in Right: With his family by his side, Sgt. Matthew Himpelmann is sworn-in by Mayor Steve Morley, as Police Chief Michael Ruth looks on.

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Retired National Guardsman thanks community

Mayor Steve Morley offers a handshake to Mark Stevens, who grew up in Elmhurst, went on to a career with the Illinois Air National Guard and just retired following a 30-year career. He expressed gratitude to everyone in the community, especially its leaders and elected officials, who helped him along the way as he grew up and chose his career path.

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Park Board news

Here’s what’s going on at the Elmhurst Park District ELMHURST — The Elmhurst Park District Board held a regular meeting on Aug. 12 at the district’s administrative office at 375 W. First Street. All seven board commissioners attended the meeting. There were no public comments at the meeting.

Waste Management contract approved Board members voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda, which included the approval of a three-year contract to award the park district’s waste removal and recycling services contract to Waste Management, Inc. The agreement calls for the park district to pay Waste Management a total of nearly $47,000 over the next three years. Waste Management, which has managed the park district’s waste removal and recycling services since 2012, submitted the lowest of six bids for the contract. The district’s current contract with Waste Management expires at the end of 2015. The new contract calls for the company to collect and remove waste and recycling materials at 10 dis-

trict sites. The district will pay Waste Management $15,180 in 2016, about $15,600 in 2017 and about $16,100 in 2018.

More discussion about the IGA The meeting also included discussion of the park district’s ongoing negotiations with the City of Elmhurst regarding the city’s plans to construct a storm water detention basin in the west lobe of York Commons. Elmhurst Park District Executive Director Jim Rogers noted that the city sent a proposal for an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) to the park district on July 31. The city sent a revised draft of its proposal to the park district on Aug. 7. Attorney Andrew Paine of Tressler—the park district’s legal counsel—spoke during the Aug. 12 board meeting and described the city’s revised draft as a “jumping-off point” and said there would likely be back-and-forth negotiations between the city and park district. Paine said the city and district are trying to structure a major IGA that will apply to other park district sites where the city would like to build

New trolley a hit among families By Dan McLeister for The Elmhurst Independent

ELMHURST — A green and yellow vintage style trolley is turning a lot of heads, City Manager Jim Grabowski said at a Public Affairs and Safety (PAS) Committee meeting. People in cars are looking at the trolley and pedestrians are running up to the trolley when it is stopped to get information, according to Grabowski. The City official explained that trolley drivers are courteous and explain the route map. Mayor Steve Morley said certainly

storm water detention basins. Paine noted that even if and when an agreement is reached, negotiations will still be necessary whenever the city and district discuss the construction of a basin at a specific park site. Paine said some of the issues the city and park district needed to iron out in their IGA regarding storm water basins on park property included easement access for city workers at before and after completion of the basins, liability concerns and the district’s control over its property once a facility is built. Rogers reiterated that there would be an addendum to the IGA whenever the city and park district discussed the terms of a storm water basin at each park site. He said the city and park district are close to reaching an agreement regarding York Commons and further away from reaching an agreement regarding a storm water basin at Golden Meadows. He said the two sides are still further from reaching an agreement regarding other park sites, including East End Park, Wild Meadows Trace/Pioneer Park and Crestview Park.

Customer survey results glowing for Gateway SRA

The Aug. 12 board meeting also featured discussion of a recent customer satisfaction survey about the Gateway Special Recreation Association. The association, which is operated by the Ray Graham Association, is an extension of the park district. The association provides programs, activities and other services for people with disabilities. In July, park district staff sent the customer satisfaction survey to the parents of more than 100 Elmhurst residents who participated in a Gateway program during the previous 12 months. The district received 28 responses. According to Rogers and Ginger Wade—the district’s director of marketing and communications, the responses were overwhelmingly positive. Nearly half of those who responded said their family took part in five or more Gateway programs in the past 12 months. When asked if the programs met their expectations, 73 percent stated they were extremely satisfied, while 15 percent stated they

Reminder: Park Palooza coming Aug. 22

During the staff announcements portion of the meeting, Wade noted that the district’s third annual Park Palooza event will take place on Aug. 22 at Berens Park. The event, which will run from 4 to 10 p.m., will feature live music, food trucks, a beer and wine tent and several children’s activities.

The board’s next regular meeting is scheduled for Aug. 26.

Most appreciate shortened 30-minute loop now in place

there are critics, but the free trolley is good for business. He noted that mostly families are using the service. Maureen McGuire of the Visitor and Tourism Department of the City said more than 300 riders took advantage of the free trolley service on a recent weekend. “The trolley continues to gain in popularity as the community discovers this great new way to get around town,” she said. One family told McGuire that they love the new schedule. “Thirty minutes is the perfect amount

of time for us to hop off, buy some ice cream for the kids, and get back on when it comes around again.” To make the Explore Elmhurst Express even more convenient for riders, the City recently shortened the trolley loop time from one hour to 30 minutes. McGuire said people are seeing Elmhurst in a whole new way this summer: from a seat on the trolley that connects downtown City Centre with both the Spring Road and York and Vallette business districts. “Whether they are heading out for local shopping, an afternoon at the

museums, a bite to eat or a night on the town, the Elmhurst community [seems] delighted with the new free trolley service sponsored by the City of Elmhurst,” she said. Trolley riders are urged to walk or bike to the trolley which has convenient parking located near most stops. On board, trolley users can pick up a discount card for Elmhurst businesses. The service runs Fridays, from 6 to 11 p.m.; Saturdays, 12 noon to 11:30 p.m.; and Sundays, 12 noon to 5 p.m. The service is available through Sunday, September 13th.

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that sound would be under the canopy covering the gas pumps, and neighbors would not hear it. Commissioner Frank Mushow asked what if the sound is loud. Werner noted that there are City codes about noise. Darrell Whistler, chairman of the Commission, said neighbors could call police just as they could if there was a loud

were somewhat satisfied. The responses were similar (77 percent extremely satisfied and 10 percent somewhat satisfied) when parents were asked to describe their overall satisfaction with Gateway programs. At the end of the discussion of the survey, Rogers asked board members if they were satisfied with Gateway, or if the district should look at alternatives for a provider of programs for residents with disabilities. Board members responded that they were satisfied with Gateway’s services.

party at a neighbor’s house. On the matter of privacy for nearby neighbors, Rubino stated that an eight-foot high fence would be maintained by Thornton’s. He noted that the fence would look like wood, but would be a composite material. On the possibility of leaks from the gasoline tanks, Rubino indicated that the tanks

were triple lined fiberglass. On the lighting aspect, Jode Ballard, senior manager of development for Thorntons, stated at a public hearing on July 23rd that the canopy lights would focus downward and not point toward surrounding buildings. He said that is part of the company’s plan to promote “Dark Skies,” a national effort to reduce light pollution. Scott Wilson, an engineer

with Kimley and Horn in Lisle, noted at the public hearing that the proposal was by “a different group of folks” than a previous proposal for Thornton’s. He said there would be less storm water runoff with the proposal, which includes several catch basins to direct water to the northern portion of the site away from residents to the west where there have been flooding problems.

On page 5 of last week’s Elmhurst Independent, there was a story about the upcoming BBQ Cookoff to benefit the Elmhurst Walk-In Ministry. One part of the story indicated the event was on Sunday, September 6, but another part said Wednesday, September 6. The correct date is in fact Sunday, September 6. The Independent regrets\ any confusion.

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of protection that is currently expired, is calling the family and threatening them. The victim’s daughter has a 2-year-old child with the suspect, and wants to sign complaints.

The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

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Assault Aug. 8 According to police, a victim and a suspect at a restaurant in the 100 block of N. York got into a verbal argument. The suspect reportedly swung at the victim, missing him, and was subsequently escorted out of the restaurant. Police checked the area for the suspect with no results.

Battery investigation Aug. 10 An officer responded to an area near North and Fremont at around noon in regard to a report of two males who were reportedly attacked by an unknown suspect, described as a white male, who then ran southbound on York. One of the victims told police that the suspect grabbed the back of his shirt and stated, “Give me my money” and pushed him to the ground. The suspect told police he did push the victim because the victim reportedly stole money from his vehicle the previous night in Bensenville.

Criminal damage / trespass to property Aug. 10-Aug. 11 A victim in the 600 block of Parkside told police that an unknown suspect damaged her vehicle while it was parked overnight in her driveway. The suspect kicked in a dent in the right rear quarter panel, according to police. Footwear impressions were noted at the point of the damage. Aug. 8-Aug. 10 A victim in the 300 block of E. Huntington Lane told police that sometime overnight her outdoor 12-inch round light pole lamp, valued at $50, was shattered. Nothing suspicious was seen or heard during the night; the victim had no idea who could have done this. Interviews with neighbors produced no new information. Aug. 6 Criminal trespass to property was reported in the 700 block of S. Route 83 at around 2:15 p.m. An officer was dispatched to speak with a city of Elmhurst employee about a parking violation on city property. The officer observed two trucks, which police said are owned by GT Trans, Inc., in Villa Park, parked on city property. An officer also observed 300 feet of a damaged snow fence and 10 damaged metal fence poles. The office spoke with GT Trans, Inc., and the trucks were moved off city property. The company was warned about trespassing in the future, which will result in vehicles being towed. A damage to city property report was completed as well.

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Disorderly conduct/ mischievous conduct Aug. 12 Maxwell Stewart, 19, of Elmhurst, was arrested in the 100 block of N. York Road at around 8:14 p.m. Subsequent to dealing with a customer dispute, police said Stewart had interfered with the investigation on two occasions after being warned the first time to stay away. He was charged with disorderly conduct. Aug. 10 Tomas Villarreal, 39, of Elmhurst, was arrested at a convenience store in the 100 block of E. First St. at around 1:25 a.m. According to police, Villarreal came into the store highly intoxicated and began yelling at the victim, who in turn feared for his safety. Police said Villarreal was located in the store’s parking lot. He was charged with disorderly conduct/assault. The suspect also was served with a no-trespass notice for that store and was advised that he would be arrested if he returned to the store.

Aug. 7 Manuel Morales, 22, and Miguel A. Garcia, 27, both of Bensenville, were arrested near North Avenue and I-290 at around 7:12 p.m. Subsequent to a traffic stop, police said Garcia was found to be in possession of a glass crack cocaine smoking pipe, while Morales, the driver, provided a false name and date of birth. When his true identity was discovered, Morales was found to have a suspended driver’s license, according to police. Garcia was charged with a state charge of possession of drug paraphernalia. Morales was charged with state charges of obstructing identification, driving while license suspended, two counts of improper lane usage and no insurance.

Possession of cannabis/drug paraphernalia/controlled DUI/Illegal consumption/ substance/tobacco possession of alcohol Aug. 12 Aug. 8 • Torrance Gowdy, 23, of Broadview, and Demekia Ivery, 20, of Maywood, were arrested near North and Illinois at around 2:16 a.m. Subsequent to a traffic stop, police said Gowdy, the driver, was found to be DUI. He was charged with two counts of DUI, following too closely, improper lane usage and no insurance. Ivery, a passenger in the vehicle, was cited for consumption of alcohol by a minor. • Jeremy Urso, 23, of Elmhurst, was arrested near Berkley and Madison at around 4:36 a.m. Subsequent to a traffic stop, police said Urso was found to be intoxicated. He was cited for DUI, driving on the wrong side of the roadway and failure to signal. Aug. 7 Ismael Rios, 39, of Franklin Park, was arrested near Route 83 and North Avenue at around 4:49 p.m. Subsequent to a single vehicle crash, police said Rios was found to be DUI. He was charged with DUI, possession of open alcohol, improper lane usage, failure to reduce speed, no seat belt and no insurance.

Harassment Aug. 12 A victim in the 200 block of S. Oakland Grove told police that his daughter’s ex-boyfriend, who had a prior order

Mia Fiore, 22, of Bolingbrook, was arrested near York and Grand at around 8:55 a.m. According to police, an officer stopped Fiore for a traffic violation and detected an odor of cannabis emitting from the vehicle. Police said the suspect gave the officer a cannabis cigarette that was in the ashtray; she was taken into custody and a search of her purse yielded three additional cannabis cigarettes. She was charged with possession of cannabis, speeding and no insurance. Aug. 8 Charles I. Gossett, 37; Eric L. Eslinger, 43; and Craig A. Cox, 25, all from Rockville, Ind., were arrested in the 500 block of W. Grand Ave. at around 5:50 p.m. Police said that an officer while on patrol observed the three suspects sitting outside of a vehicle with open beer cans. The officer also smelled a distinct odor of burnt cannabis, according to police, and the suspects retrieved a container which contained two small metal one-hitters and cannabis. Each suspect was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Aug. 7 Raquel Rodriguez, 23, of Villa Park, was arrested near Route 83 and Lake Street at around 4:20 p.m. Subsequent to a traffic stop, police said an officer smelled a strong odor of burnt cannabis inside the vehicle and conducted a

search. According to police, the officer located cannabis on Rodriguez, the front passenger. She was charged with possession of cannabis.

Theft/identity theft/ fraud/forgery/deceptive practice/obstruction/ robbery

Aug. 12 Retail theft was reported at a store in the 100 block of W. North Ave. at around 4:08 p.m. Police said an unidentified suspect went into the store and placed several pain relief items into her purse and ran out of the store. She was described as a white female in her early 30s with blond hair and black roots wearing sandals, blue jeans and a gray tank top with “Keep It Real” lettering on it. She also was carrying a purse. She got into a vehicle and heading southbound on Addison. Aug. 11-Aug. 12 A victim in the 400 block of Spring told police that an unknown suspect slashed the left rear plastic window on his vehicle while it was parked in the rear parking lot. The suspect entered the vehicle and removed a pack of cigarettes from the center console. No other items were reported missing. Damage to the vehicle is estimated at $300. Aug. 8 • A victim told police that while at the Elmhurst Public Library, an unknown suspect(s) removed the front license plate from his vehicle. The plate was entered into LEADS as stolen. • Retail theft was reported at local food store in the 900 black of S. York at around 8:39 p.m. Police said two unknown black male suspects removed merchandise from the store including various bottles of alcohol and left the store without paying. Police checked the area with no results. Aug. 7 • Tijyana C. Williams, 33, of Lombard, was arrested in the 300 block of S. Route 83 at around 11:36 a.m. Police said officers responded to a local store for a reported retail theft that had just occurred in which the suspect fled the area. Officers located Williams, whom police said was driving in the area of York Road and North Avenue. He was taken into custody and charged with retail theft. • Retail theft was reported at a store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 at around 5:53 p.m. Police said three suspects loaded a backpack full of merchandise and got into an older maroon Cadillac. They were described as a black male, approximately 18 years old, last seen wearing glasses, a blue tie-dyed Superman shirt and blue basketball shorts; a black male approximately 18, last seen wearing a blue T-shirt; and a white male approximately 18, last seen wearing a t-shirt with a Superman logo in black with red lettering. Police said the suspects fled the scene southbound on Route 83. The total value in merchandise taken was $73.42. An investigation is pending.

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OBITUARY

Patricia Wilki, 83 ELMHURST — Patricia Wilki, nee Wagner, age 83, of Elmhurst, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2015. Patricia was the beloved wife of Donald for 59 years; the cherished mother of Carl (Jeannette) Wilki, Susan (David) Venchus, Thomas (Michelle) Wilki; loving grandmother of Carla (Kyle) Bell, Jason Wilki, Jacob (Kara) Venchus, Samuel Venchus, Rachael Venchus and Gabrielle Wilki; great-grandmother to Caiden Bell; and sweet aunt to many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant son, Donald Jr.; a great granddaughter, Kayla Bell; a sister, Eleanor Tracy; and a godson, James Tracy Jr. She was a longtime member and patron of Immaculate Conception Parish and a resident of Elmhurst. In addition to her role as homemaker and family caretaker, Patricia was active in various organizations

throughout her life. She was a USO hostess, employee of the First National Bank of Chicago, American Legion Auxiliary member of Post 187, den mother in the Boy Scouts, and Girl Scouts, room mother at Field School. She was active in the cardiac care group through Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. The American Heart Association honors Patricia as a Paul Dudley White Legacy Society member and a Cor Vitae member for heart and stroke research. She was a resilient heart patient who cared deeply about the AHA’s mission. A Funeral Mass was held on Friday, August 15, 2015, at Immaculate Conception Church, 134 Arthur St., Elmhurst, with visitation one hour prior to the Mass, from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Heart Association-American Stroke Association (800-AHAUSA1). Sign guestbook at GeisenFuneralHome.com or for more information call 219663-2500. Arrangements provided by the family.

ment already. He told police that he would call the rental company to settle the matter.

Trespassing/ trespass notice Aug. 12 A victim at a restaurant in the 100 block of N. York told police that she and the suspects had gotten into a verbal argument over the suspects’ refusal to pay their bill. At one point, one of them pointed a finger at the victim, making contact with her face. The victim did not want to press charges but wanted the group served with a no-trespass notice. Contact was made with the suspects; each was served a no-trespass notice and left the restaurant. Aug. 6 A victim in the 600 block of N. Indiana told police that her daughter’s boyfriend and his brother are no longer welcome at her house. She stated

that he shows up at the house unannounced and lets himself into the house without being invited in. Contact was made with both the boyfriend and his brother, both of whom were advised that they were no longer allowed on the property or they would be arrested for trespassing.

Warrant service Aug. 10 Roger Matson, 45, of Wheaton, was arrested near Third and York at around 9:28 a.m.

Subsequent to a traffic stop, police said Matson was found to have a contempt of court warrant. He was arrested for the warrant and released on bond after being cited for an obstructed windshield and no insurance.

Aug. 6 LaChallenge E. Reed, 32, of Elmhurst, was arrested in Elm Creek at around 3 p.m. Police said Reed was wanted by the Lake County Sheriff’s Department for a failure to appear/ larceny.

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have maintenance done while they were gone, and suspect it could have been the workers. There was no forced entry; and investigation is pending. July 17 An equipment rental company in the 1000 block of S. Route 83 told police that a compactor was rented to a listed suspect on the above date, and he had not returned it when promised. The business had not been able to contact the suspect; it sent a letter of demand, which was returned by the post office “Unable to Forward.” The company charged another installment on the suspect’s debit card per the rental agreement. An officer left a message at the suspect’s last phone number. Within three minutes, he called back, stating he thought his friend returned the equip-

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Oh, how the Mighty are falling… already!

he U.S. Inspector General is reportedly investigating Huma Abedin, Hillary Clinton’s top aide, claiming Abedin used her State Department job to the advantage of her two other employers at the time: a consulting firm and the Clinton Foundation. In a follow-up story, Abedin complained that her private email was “down” the evening of Oct. 9 and into Oct. 10, 2012, according to an email chain obtained through FOIA. “My bigger problem right now is I can’t even get into my Clinton email,” Abedin wrote to Stephanie Streett, executive director of the Clinton Foundation. They found those emails, by the way, in a vault next to the 18 minutes of tape missing from Nixon’s recorder during the Watergate scandal. Ron Paul Super PAC manager indicted Now, Jesse Benton, the

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Editor head of Rand Paul’s Super PAC has been indicted for his alleged role in some sketchy business while working on Ron Paul’s 2012 campaign. Benton, who happens to be married to Ron Paul’s granddaughter and Rand’s niece, stands charged with concealing $70,000 in payments to former Iowa State Senator Kent Sorenson in exchange for his endorsement of Ron Paul over Michele Bachmann. Suspicion arose about Sorenson’s sudden switch, begging the question of whether or

not he was compensated for “changing his mind.” Of course, the Paul camp insists this is all a government conspiracy led by whom they call “Villain In Chief” Barack Obama. We’ll see. And one Trumps them all… To Donald Trump: “Gee, can you hear me all the way back there in the 1950s?” Trump has accused Megyn Kelly of Fox News of “giving him all the tough questions” and low-balling it for others. (Let’s not even mention his assumptions about her menstrual cycle.) Here are some suggested questions Kelly might ask Donald next time: 1. Do you prefer your vegetables in a butter sauce or a cheese sauce? 2. Do you prefer to read fiction or non-fiction and why? 3. If a baseball player hits a home run but as he heads around the bases, he drops over dead, does the run

still count? Are those easy enough for you, Donald? You might as well answer those, since it is doubtful anyone is taking you seriously in the first place. Of course, he should get along fine is places like Iran, Iraq and Turkey, where they have the same misogynistic view of the world. One thing gives Donald an edge and, if you don’t believe it, look at Bruce Rauner in Illinois. The nation is sick to death of partisan politics. Here in Illinois, Rauner ran against three outstanding candidates in the Primary. (Well, two – okay, one!) When he declared victory, it was clear what the voters were really saying – get rid of partisan politics – be they Republican OR Democrat – and please get some things done. And protect our tax dollars while you’re at it. Hence, the stalemate in Springfield with which we now live. It happened when

Minnesotans elected former All-Star wrestler Jesse “The Body” Ventura as their governor. (I received a gift -- a t-shirt saying “Our governor can beat up your governor.” Luckily for Minnesota, it was not in the dire financial straits Illinois finds itself. Jesse had some new ideas, but he couldn’t move anything forward because he had no friends on either side of the aisle. We may be in the same boat with our new Governor as he battles a House Speaker who refuses to budge or to compromise and who virtually cannot lose an election. Ventura once said if he were reincarnated, he’s like to come back as a 44DD bra. Let’s hope Rauner has a little more class than that. NOTE: In case you haven’t heard, I have a new e-mail address. It is: Independent@ rvpublishing.com.

‘Interesting Man’ makes for Most Interesting commercials

n occasion this space has been used to lament about commercials that are either stupid, sappy or just plain god-awful. Yet others are thoroughly enjoyable. One is a recent radio spot by Fifth Third Bank in which a commencement speaker gives a crop of new college grads the lowdown (tongue in cheek) on what to expect when they enter the real world. The speaker states, “And despite doing everything right, you have to move back home … and share a bathroom with your younger sister.” The graduates and their families sit in stunned silence, save for the younger sister, who breaks the silence by mumbling in a sassy voice, “Hey! ...” The All-State commercials that feature “Mayhem,” who urges you to purchase All-State insurance to “be better protected from Mayhem … like me” also are clever. But the advertising campaign

that’s captured my attention over the past few years, by far, is that which promotes Dos Equis beer, using the fictitious front man dubbed “The Most Interesting Man in the World.” Played by bearded 77-yearold actor Jonathan Goldsmith, “The Most Interesting Man in the World” can be seen on Dos Equis TV spots performing outof-the-ordinary “feats” such as rescuing a large bear from a bear trap, bench-pressing two young women at a casino, catching a large swordfish and smoking a cigar while riding a roller coaster. His signature line—delivered towards the end of each commercial while sitting between two lovely ladies who appear to be more than half his age—is, “I don’t always drink beer, but when I do, I prefer Dos Equis. … Stay thirsty, my friends.” “Most Interesting Man” promos also are on either the AM or FM dial, but whether seen or heard, they’re hilarious and

Sandro Sez... Mike Sandrolini Columnist brilliant. I literally stop whatever I’m doing whenever I’m within earshot of a “Most Interesting Man” commercial, even if I’ve heard it a number of times. The radio plugs are particularly well-done. Here are a few of my favorite lines from those spots: He has never lost a sock. If he were to mispronounce your name, you would feel compelled to change it. His organ donor card also lists his beard. He lives vicariously through himself. Therapists open up to him.

He once had an awkward moment just to see how it feels. He’s a lover, not a fighter, but he’s also a fighter, so don’t get any ideas. He has won the lifetime achievement award twice. If he were to pat you on the back, you would list it on your resume. The Most Interesting Man in the World, however, is a man for all seasons. Commercials are produced for specific holiday celebrations such as Halloween, Cinco de Mayo and Christmastime. Here are some of the lines from each: Halloween He once went to a psychic … to warn her. When the zombies come, he will be waiting. If he were to shout at the screen during a horror film, she would never open that door. His séances are the talk of the afterlife. The hairs on the back of his

neck have never stood up. Cinco de Mayo His Pinatas fight back. He has three little black books for women named Juanita. The Aztec calendar has his Cinco de Mayo party chiseled in. The contents of his tacos refuse to fall from their shells. The front of his house looks like it was built by the Mayans … because it was. Holidays: Regardless of the temperature, you can never see his breath. He has never relied on mistletoe. He is the reason those nine ladies are dancing. You should never shake his gifts … just trust me on this one. Santa leaves HIM milk and cookies. (Thought that one up myself!) Email Mike at: rvpnews2@ gmail.com.

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A family, a church, a community mourns Julie D’Agostino loses fight with CF By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent

he was a gift to all who had the fortune of knowing her and left a lasting impression on everyone she met. She lit up the world with her smile and lit up the stage with her singing, dancing and acting. Julie Carr D’Agostino, 22, of Elmhurst, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2015, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was the beloved daughter of Mario and Mary Carr D’Agostino; loving sister to Michael, Kevin, Elizabeth (fiancé Ryan Hogan), Carly, and twin sister Natalie; adored niece, cousin, and friend to many; loyal companion to her dogs Tino and Kiwi. Deemed “Warrior Princess,” Julie fought a brave and courageous battle to the end, always maintaining a positive attitude and never wanting to give up despite the overwhelming obstacles in her way, family members said. In her short life, Julie achieved a “Ph.D.” (Personally her Degree) in design, fashion, cooking, organizing, crafting and hosting. She will always be remembered for her strength, resilience, loyalty, love of Meryl Streep, fondness of shopping and all things pink. Heaven is likely

JULIE D’AGOSTINO

a little pinker with her in it. Since Julie’s passing, there have been pink ribbons gracing numerous trees in south Elmhurst around the area of Visitation Church. About four years ago, the Independent brought you a story about Julie, her struggle to maintain her health and her double-lung transplant in October of 2011. Born a twin on November 10, 1992, alongside her sister Natalie, Julie faced struggles healthy children never have to. “Natalie did everything. I’d get upset sometimes when I couldn’t

photo: Independent archives

Julie D’Agostino leaned on her friend and South Street neighbor Giancarlo Iannotta at the screening of Miracle on South Street - The Julie D Story. Nearly 200 people showed up to watch the movie Iannotta, 24, produced and directed based on 19-year-old Julie’s life with Cystic Fibrosis and her recovery from a double lung transplant. Julie lost her fight with CF on Friday, August 7, 2015.

photo: Independent archives

Julie D. posed with her family’s Yorkshire Terriers, Kiwi and Tino, in front of the staircase leading to her upstairs bedroom, which she was unable to climb until she had a successful double lung transplant surgery. Julie’s story was brought to the big screen courtesy of Miracle on South Street, produced and directed by her friend and neighbor Giancarlo Iannotta. Julie passed away on August 7, 2015.

do things,” said Julie. “I did have a few outbursts when I was younger, but nothing too much. And [as the sickness progressed], I was so oblivious and so sick, I don’t even remember anything.” “You’ve gotta understand,” said Julie’s father Mario. “She’s got a fantastic attitude.” Prior to her lung transplant, hundreds of faithful Visitation parishioners prayed many times as Julie’s body continued failing as she waited for lungs that would help her breathe on her own again. Prayers were answered on October 24, 2011, when Julie underwent a successful surgery that placed two healthy lungs inside her chest. Months prior to the surgery, Julie’s health had been rapidly declining due to complications from Cystic Fibrosis. “We have 16 steps in our house. Julie would come down the stairs once in the morning and not go back up until bedtime,” said Mary D’Agostino, Julie’s mother. “She could not go back up the stairs, she was not strong enough. We’d run up the stairs for her.” After the operation she could go up and down the stairs on her own with ease. Julie said her new lungs brought her so much more than just good breaths and the ability to eat her favorite foods or be more active. It was such a story, her friend and neighbor Giancarlo Iannotta called it a miracle and he later directed and produced the movie, “Miracle on South Street: The Julie D Story.”

There was hardly a dry eye in the house, when nearly 200 people of the Visitation community attended a viewing in the Valentino Center. “The whole experience brought so many people closer,” said Iannotta. “Her story touched so many people.” “Every year for my birthday I wished for a cure to CF,” Julie said. “When I was in the ICU, I didn’t care about the latest iPad or iPod. I know love is all you need – and your family. If you’re stripped of everything else, but have that – that’s all you need.” Too numerous to list, her family wishes to thank all of those who helped Julie on her journey, prayed for her strength and worked tirelessly to comfort her. Friends and family met for a Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, August 12, 2015, at Visitation Catholic Church in Elmhurst. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network, Attn: Gwendolyn Blakemore, 425 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, 60143; or, Make a Wish America, 4742 N. 24th Street, Suite 400, Phoenix, AZ 85016-4862; or, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 6931 Arlington Road, 2nd floor, Bethesda, MD 20814. Arrangements handled by Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst. For more information, call 630-8320018 or visit gibbonsfuneralhome. com.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Mr. Cruger, in the August 13 edition of the Independent, I read your editorial attempting to smooth over some of the controversy caused by the recent column on flooding in Elmhurst. Each week throughout my 16 years as a resident of Elmhurst, I have taken time to read The Independent to help stay informed of the latest news and events in our town. Your publication provides a valuable service to our community, and its residents rely on it to provide local news and information in a factual and objective manner. Over the past several years I have seen that objectivity compromised on several occasions, most recently by the July 30 column of Leslie Leader. Recent letters printed by the Independent in response to this column have referred to her as a journalist. Journalists report news, with the presumption it is being presented in an objective and unbiased manner. Ms. Leader’s “Cabbages and Kings” columns are typically

light on substance and objectivity, and heavy on opinion, as with columns featured in many other local newspapers. While her expression of her opinions with such an acerbic tone on July 30 obviously riled up many of our citizens, in blurring the line from columnist to journalist I find her misrepresentation of facts even more disturbing. Her column does our community a greater disservice by distracting dialogue away from timely solutions to the flooding issue, even chastising those who attempt to address the root cause: oversized “McMansions” that our city continues to permit be constructed on lots of inadequate size to allow proper drainage. Perhaps of greater concern is that Ms. Leader is expressing thoughts on a civic issue affecting the lives of many in Elmhurst yet neglects to disclose the fact that she is the wife of an acting Alderman, elected to set policy on this and many other issues vital to our community. This is only the most recent lapse in integrity from The Independent. Per-

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York ’01 grad publishes first novel ‘A Good Family’

By Jean Lawrence For The Elmhurst Independent

ublishing a first novel is a lifelong dream for many writers. For Erik Fassnacht, that dream has just come true with the introduction this month of his novel “A Good Family.” Erik Fassnacht grew up in Elmhurst and attended Edison, Sandburg and York, where many of his experiences shaped the writer he has become. “The Elmhurst public schools really influenced the situations I wrote about and my descriptions of the dynamics between teachers and students,” the 2001 York graduate said. “I got great encouragement, especially from Mr. Powers in fifth grade. He gave us a short writing assignment and after he read mine he said, ‘The sky is the limit. Keep at it!’ and that was highly influential. “And Mr. Chambers taught a philosophy class at York that was very instructive because he was able to translate philosophers like Descartes to a high school experience. That helped my writing because it started the process of looking at a mundane situation and seeing what’s going on under the surface.” A Good Family, already praised by Goodreads reviewers and noted authors such as Judith Guest and Audrey Niffnegger, tells the story of a fictional

family set mostly in Downers Grove. “The book is essentially a year in the life of a Chicagoland family,” Erik explained. “It rotates among four main characters and their viewpoints about what it’s like to be alive in America today and about how those different viewpoints interact.” He described the four characters in the family. ERIK FASSNACHT “The dad is very old guard and rails against the changes in society. The mom is a stayat-home mom but that’s not her first choice. She gave up a modern dance career to raise her kids. When I was growing up in Elmhurst I saw a lot of moms like that – very talented women who gave up their careers and I felt that that idea is underrepresented in current literature. “The oldest son is just back from Afghanistan and gives us the chance to examine America’s views of the war and also male romanticism of violence versus the reality. My grandpas were both World War II vets and, compared to then, there is a wide

chasm in society between those who serve and their families and those who don’t. “And finally, the youngest son is interviewing to teach at a high school in Downers Grove that I invented based on a combination of Fenwick and St. Ignatius. We see society through younger eyes as he is finding his way.” Because “A Good Family” is mostly set in Downers Grove, Erik will be signing copies of his book at the Anderson’s Book Store in Downers Grove on Thursday, August 27 at 7 p.m. The book is also available on amazon.com, at Barnes & Noble, and at other retailers. After graduating from York, Erik earned an undergraduate degree in English from the University of Iowa and a Masters in fiction writing from Columbia College. Now at work on his second novel, he shared advice with aspiring writers who may follow in his footsteps: “Always know that the first version is not going to be the last. It’s so important to accept criticism and keep editing, even if what you wrote the first time is great. Also, confidence in yourself is huge. Have the attitude that you are moving forward and putting your work out there.” Erik’s mom Chris Bauer, who lives in Elmhurst, explained that Erik earned a full scholarship to graduate school and demonstrated great persistence. “[He] graduated in May 2013. Picked up by Regal Literary agent by June, (and the) book deal came shortly after with Macmillan,” she said. “A fairy tale story!”

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Governor seeks changes to pot bill; Says decriminalization effort needs bit of work By Mark Fitton Illinois News Network

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. Bruce Rauner wants House Bill 218 rolled a little differently before he’ll sign it into law. The Winnetka Republican used his veto pen Friday to seek changes to the bill, which currently would put possession of small amounts of marijuana on par with a traffic offense. The bill, sponsored by Democratic Rep. Kelly Cassidy of Chicago, would not make marijuana legal, but it would make possession of 15 grams (about a half-ounce) or less a civil-law offense punishable by a maximum fine of $125. Cassidy said her bill was an

effort to: — Bring uniformity to a patchwork of more than 100 local government ordinances that vary regarding amount of the drug and size of the fine. — Comport with the governor’s calls for sentencing reform and decreased prison crowding. — Reduce the inordinate impact of low-level possession charges on minority and inner city young people. The governor wrote the bill has merit, but he sought certain changes, including: — Moving downward the maximum amount of the drug allowed from 15 grams to 10 grams. — Increasing the fines from a

range of $55 to $125 to, instead, $100 to $200. Cassidy’s bill also set a new standard for determining the level of the amount of the drug in a person’s system. Currently, any level of THC (marijuana’s intoxicating chemical) can trigger an arrest. House Bill 218 bill sought a measure of 15 nanograms per milliliter of whole blood before impairment is presumed. Rauner wrote that he found the 15 nanogram measure too permissible, and he seeks to change the level to 5 nanograms per milliliter. Rauner said his changes wouldn’t trash Cassidy’s bill: “The changes recommend-

ed here still work towards the fundamental purposes of the bill: that possession of small amounts of cannabis be a civil law violation rather than a misdemeanor; that the fine for possession of small amounts of cannabis be reduced significantly; and that the limit for driving under the influence of cannabis be increased from zero.” Cassidy said she was somewhat disappointed and frustrated by the amendatory veto. “There’s a lot of time and effort on the part of a huge bipartisan and incredibly inclusive coalition that went into crafting this bill,” she said. She said she wanted to consult with the people who

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Policing, body camera bill hailed as national blueprint

SPRINGFIELD — From a professional police officer’s point of view, Illinois new legislation to improve policing and strengthen community trust is a win, said Rep. John Cabello. Cabello, a Rockford police detective on leave while he serves in the General Assembly, was among the lead negotiators of Senate Bill 1307, which Gov. Bruce Rauner signed into law Wednesday. Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle, the governor, police groups and the American Civil

Liberties Union endorsed the legislation, with many calling it a blueprint for states to follow. Cabello said he thinks the bill does a good job of building the police-community relationship and makings sure police officers are accountable while respecting the need for officer safety. “Police work nowadays is nowhere near where it was even when I started 20 years ago,” said Cabello, R-Machesney Park. While the bill might not thrill everyone, it is strong and does represent real progress as a result of good-faith negotiating, he said. The lead taken by police groups also encouraged proponents including Cabello, Rep. John Anthony, R-Plainfield, and Rep. Elgie Sims Jr., D-Chicago.

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House removes GRF, increases federal dollars in SB2042 SPRINGFIELD — Federal pass-through money for the state’s social services is headed back to the Senate, but not with General Revenue Funds Democrats had initially hoped to include. The Governor indicated he would sign Senate Bill 2042 when it initially passed the Senate last week but House Democrats offered an amendment to include hundreds of millions in state money. That amendment failed to get enough support on the House floor. A third amendment adding extra federal dollars — but removing the GRF money — passed unanimously. After the bills unanimous passage Republican leader Jim Durkin

told Democrats he’s happy they finally came together. “You guys are running the ship here and you constantly put votes up strictly for political purposes,” he said. “That’s what happened with the last bill. I hope that we can move away from that. What happened right now, coming to an agreement on floor amendment No. 3 is how we should be operating moving forward.” Democrat Representative Jack Franks also applauded the bipartisan approach. “It was embarrassing to me when McPier did not make its bond authority payment and now they’ll have the ability to do so once the Senate comes

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Ground breaks at Yorkfield Food Pantry new facility With shovels in the ground, completion expected in 2015 By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent

ELMHURST — After a long period of fundraising and awareness-building, the Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry (EYFP) finally broke ground on its new facility on Tuesday, August 11. It was a sea of yellow shirts in the bright summer sun on that afternoon, when 30-40 people not only from the church but also from around the community gathered at the “new” driveway that will be created to serve the clients of the food pantry. Church leaders spoke about the project before people took turns donning the hard hats and picking up shovels to toss the first bit of soil.

Starting as a mission of Yorkfield Presbyterian Church in 1983, the pantry started out in a closet in the church basement until it grew too large and had to be moved into a cottage located on the church premises. Soon the need expanded to the point the pantry needed an even larger facility, as well as one that would treat clientele with dignity. Now serving eight communities including Elmhurst, the EYFP has become one of the largest food pantries in DuPage County, currently serving more than 4000 families and individuals per year, providing as many as 200,000 meals annually. The need keeps expanding because hunger isn’t going away any time soon and with a growth of 15% every year since its inception, EYFP recognized the importance of updating the place where it serves its

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Church members, community leaders and other dignitaries were on hand for the groundbreaking of the new facility planned for the Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry located at 1099 So. York Road at Yorkfield Presbyterian Church. Pictured among those tossing the first shovels of dirt were City Manager Jim Grabowski (6th from left), City Clerk Patty Spencer (2nd from right) and DuPage County Board member Pete DiCianni (far right, behind Spencer). Fielding more than 4000 client visits per year and growing by 15% annually, the pantry has outgrown its previous building, needing more storage, more indoor accommodations and a way to serve clients with more dignity.

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public. The new 2500 square-foot facility takes care of many issues from the cottage location including lack of storage, no handicap accessibility, poor client flow – in and out the same door – no indoor waiting area, potential safety issues and no place indoors to sort and gather food from donations out of the weather. Soon it will be a place focused on client dignity, operating efficiency and being a good neighbor to Elmhurst and the other communities it serves. And the client list continues to grow. The funds needed for the pantry amount to $875,000 of which $550,000 has been raised. There have also been numerous people who have offered services in-kind, including Jim Rupprecht, who served as the architect for the project. The goal is to start and finish construction in 2015 and, with shovels in the ground last Tuesday, brought the project halfway there. Still, more funds and inkind donations are needed. If you can help, please contact Yorkfield Presbyterian Church by calling 630782-1066 or send a email to eyfp@eyfp.org or visit eyfp.org. photos by Dee Longfellow

Above: It was a sea of yellow at the ground-breaking of the new facility to be built for the Elmhurst Yorkfield Food Pantry. Volunteer church members were all wearing their yellow shirt to the event, where everyone in attendance had an opportunity to don a hard hat and toss a shovel of dirt.

Left: It wouldn’t be a church celebration without the tradition sheet cake, which was enjoyed by everyone. The cakes offered at the ground-breaking at Yorkfield Food Pantry were provided by the four grocery stores in town – the two Jewel-Osco locations, Mariano’s and Whole Foods.

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Welcome to Prairie Manor, a private community of maintenance free single family homes along the IL Prairie Path. Plenty of space with generous room sizes throughout. 4 large beds, all with their own full bathroom. Separate formal dining room for the holidays with a huge, high end kitchen with top of the line appliances, breakfast island & sep eating area. Sunken family room with fireplace flanked by built-ins, finished lower level with bar/2nd kitchen, rec room, play room. An opportunity not to be missed! $699,900

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MOD Pizza opens in Elmhurst 100% of all pizza sales to benefit ECAF

By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent

ELMHURST — Last week, the Independent learned that MOD Pizza, a company headquartered in Seattle, was expecting the open its 3rd Chicago-area facility in Elmhurst at 556 W. St. Charles Road. On Saturday, August 15, the doors were scheduled to open at 12 noon, with festivities continu-

ing throughout the day, according to the release. The company said all proceeds from pizza sales on opening day would be donated to the Elmhurst Children’s Assistance Foundation (ECAF), which provides financial assistance to families or children who have been impacted by a life-threatening or disabling condition. More about MOD According to the release, MOD’s individual artisan-style pizzas are made on demand, using fresh-pressed dough and

signature sauces. Customers create their own pizzas and salads, using any combination of more than 30 featured toppings or they can choose from a menu of MOD classics. The price always remains the same regardless of the number of toppings. Pizzas are handcooked in an 800-degree oven in less than three minutes and salads are individually handtossed for each customer. The menu is rounded out with handspun milkshakes, housemade lemonades and iced teas, as well as local craft beers and

wine. Founded in 2008 by Scott and Ally Svenson, Seattlebased MOD Pizza was inspired by the couple’s love of Italian street-style pizza, their desire for authentic, affordable and fast dining options for their busy family and the idea that a great company could be built around people. More than anything, MOD is committed to creating not just a cool place to eat, but an inspired place to work. The Svensons bring their experience from building two

highly successful concepts in the U.K. – Seattle Coffee Company (acquired by Starbucks) and Carluccio’s. MOD’s team of advisors and executives bring additional experience from iconic brands such as Starbucks, Apple, Panera Bread, Disney, T-Mobile, Dunkin Donuts, Qdoba, McDonald’s and Schwartz Brothers Restaurants. MOD currently operates more than 60 stores across the U.S., with more than 100 stores slated to be open by the end of 2015.

Kelly Services® announces Future Engineers Scholarship TROY, Mich. — Kelly Services® is accepting applications for its annual “Future Engineers Scholarship” – a $5,000 award that will be presented to one eligible undergraduate student in December 2015. The scholarship award, which can be used for tuition, fees, books, and room and board expenses for the 2016 calendar year, is awarded

to one student based on a written essay, documented acceptance into a school of engineering, demonstrated academic success and an intention to pursue a career in the field of engineering. The scholarship is designed to support and encourage engineering students in the U.S. and Canada while increasing awareness of engineering as a career path with unlimited potential. To be considered for the Future Engineers Scholarship, a student must: Be a full-time student at the time of

Express Centers bring CareNet pregnancy help to new communities DUPAGE COUNTY — CareNet Pregnancy Services of DuPage is now easily accessible to women in Elmhurst and south Downers Grove with new express centers open for business. Free pregnancy counseling, walk-in or by appointment, is available at both CareNet express locations. These new express centers supplement the full service pregnancy help available at CareNet’s north Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Naperville and Wood Dale locations. “Expanding women’s access to CareNet services is a key strategy to reducing the number of abortions in the greater DuPage County area,” stated

Barbara Singer, president of CareNet Pregnancy Services. “Where a woman goes for help dictates the outcome of her pregnancy. Only three out of 100 women, or 3%, who visit a Planned Parenthood facility, choose to continue their pregnancy; by contrast, three out of every four women, or 75%, who come to CareNet choose life for their child.” In light of these statistics, CareNet’s express center initiative is intentionally designed to save more lives. Collaboration with churches and other organizations is allowing CareNet to open express centers in strategic locations with selective hours.

State Senate measure makes college more affordable SPRINGFIELD — Last week, Illinois joined 14 other states in making college more affordable for students. An initiative supported by State Senator Tom Cullerton (D-Villa Park) requires public universities and community colleges to give college credit to students who score a 3 or higher on Advanced Placement (AP) exams was signed into law. AP classes improve access, affordability and on-time graduations. If high school students take enough advanced courses they can possibly graduate a semester or year earlier, which results in thousands of dollars in savings and less

student debt. According to Cullerton, House Bill 3428 will clear up any inconsistent policies at public universities and community colleges, as well as make Illinois competitive with neighboring states that already accept a score of 3 or higher. Higher education institutions will decide the level of credit and the number of credits granted for a particular score. “We can’t blame students who go out of state to schools in Indiana, Wisconsin and Kentucky who have this policy,” he said. “However, we can’t afford to lose our best and brightest to these schools.

application submittal, pursuing a degree at an accredited institution of higher education in the United States or Canada during the 2016 calendar year, and be accepted into the school of engineering. Have a college cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or 3.5 or higher on a 4.5 scale, and so forth). Hold second-or third-year undergraduate status during the 2016 calendar year. Undergraduate students in their first or fourth years of study and those graduating on or before June 2016 are not eligible. Be a United States or Canadian citizen

or a resident alien/landed immigrant; be in good legal standing with their university if on a student visa, or in the case of candidates from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Mariana Islands, a United States national. Submission materials Candidate background information Candidate essay (800-1,200 words) Two independent evaluations of the candidate College transcripts. Applications and additional information on the Future Engineers Scholarship are available at: kellyengineering.com/scholarships. The submission deadline is October 15, 2015.

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An exciting new chapter in the story of 4 generations of the Lezza family! â??We are very excited to be bringing our family

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Busse Woods Dam Project expected to reduce flooding Bi-partisan leaders break ground on $2.7 million project

DUPAGE COUNTY — While it’s been a concept in the works for more than 30 years, the Busse Woods Dam project has finally started to move forward to improve flooding along Salt Creek. “This project is one that I’ve felt strong about for many years as it will help downstream communities like Elmhurst, Oak Brook, Addison, Villa Park, Wood Dale, and Itasca deal with storm water challenges which is a huge issue for the communities that I serve,” said Pete DiCianni, DuPage County Board member (Dist. 2). DiCianni also represented a part of District #1 as mayor of Elmhurst and was picked by DuPage County representatives to be the storm water hawk for all mayors in the County.

}I’m so proud that we finally brought this project home and we did it with bi-partisan cooperation.”

“I’m so proud that we finally brought this project home and we did it with bi-partisan cooperation,” he said. “With Cook and DuPage Counties [are] working together for a common cause -- protecting our homeowners and businesses from flooding.” This $2.7 million Dam Project will work in conjunction with the county’s two largest flood protection assets, the DuPage County Quarry located in Elmhurst and the Wood Dale/Itasca Reservoir. The dam will allow storm water to be held back in Elk Grove, which will allow Elmhurst and Wood Dale the ability to allow more water in quickly to reduce the level of Salt Creek. “It’s a win-win for Elk Grove and for downstream communities too,” DiCianni said. For further questions, DiCianni can be reached at 630674-5198 or email pdicianni@ dicianni.com.

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Pictured at the ground-breaking ceremony for the Busse Woods Dam Project are (from left): Jim Zay, County Board member and Stormwater Committee Chair; Dan Cronin, DuPage County Board Chair; Toni Preckwinkle, president, Cook County Board; Pete DiCianni, DuPage County Board; Marianna Spyropoulos, president, MWRD; Barbara McGowen, Commissioner, MWRD; and, Craig Johnson, mayor of Elk Grove Village.

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SPORTS

AUGUST 20, 2015 • 30

IC Catholic Prep football schedule filled with quality opponents

Seven of nine opponents had winning records a year ago

THE WIND UP ON THE PITCH

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Team Elmhurst Soccer Club hosted the Elmhurst Cub over the weekend. Boys and girls “hit the pitch” for some real football action.

By Mike Miazga Correspondent

ELMHURST — There will be no walks in the park this season for the IC Catholic Prep football team. The Knights will face seven teams on their 2015 schedule that sported winning records last season — with six of those squads earning playoff bids. IC again will kick off the season against Kankakee Bishop McNamara. This year’s game will take place Friday, Aug. 28 in Kankakee at 7:30 p.m. McNamara, which beat IC in Elmhurst last season, finished 6-4 a year ago. The Knights kick off the home portion of their schedule on Saturday Sept. 5 at 1 p.m. against Evergreen Park, a team that also went 6-4 and qualified for the playoffs in 2014. The Knights then will host

See IC, Page 31

Fernandes named new Timothy Christian boys soccer coach Wheaton College graduate grateful for opportunity By Mike Miazga Correspondent

ELMHURST — Stephen Fernandes wasted little time putting his college degree to use. Fernandes, who officially finished his degree at Wheaton College earlier this month, recently was named Timothy Christian’s new boys soccer

coach. Fernandes replaces Joe Grit, who took a position at a school in Michigan. Fernandes played three years of soccer at Wheaton College and started his college career at Luther College in Iowa. Fernandes also played four years of soccer at Wheaton Academy High School. In addition to coaching boys soccer, Fernandes will teach eighth-grade science at Timothy. “I went from having a job

as a full-time sub and assistant coach to a full-time teacher and coach,” said Fernandes. “It’s a big transition, but I am superexcited and looking forward to it.” Fernandes was instantly impressed with Timothy. “I like the community and everyone at the school,” he said. “From the first time I was there, they treated me like I was part of the family and culture there. The soccer team welcomed me right away and the parents are very nice.”

In terms of his coaching philosophy, Fernandes is looking for progress this season. “I’m looking for a lot of growth,” he said. “We have a lot of young players who will be pretty significant contributors to the team. I’m looking for development, mental toughness and staying engaged every minute in practice and in games.” Fernandes takes over a Timothy program that is no stranger to success in recent years. Timothy advanced to the Class 1A state-championship game last

season. “The tradition there helps, but it’s also a little intimidating. It goes both ways,” said Fernandes. “I’m coming into a team that took second place in the state last year. There are a lot of expectations. We have a lot of solid players who contributed last year and will be huge for us this year. I’m looking forward to this season.” Joe Zielke will be Fernandes’ assistant along with longtime

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SPORTS

Successful summer for Timothy Christian girls volleyball team Trojans fare well in summer league competition in Aurora By Mike Miazga Correspondent

ELMHURST — The Timothy Christian girls volleyball team enjoyed success in the recent Great Lakes Center summer league in Aurora. The Trojans wound up in eighth place out of 40 teams in the Tuesday night league, which coach Scott Piersma was quite pleased with. “It’s always a good league to play in,” he said. “You get three matches a night for four weeks so you are talking almost a third of a season.” Piersma noted Timothy started in the second group (the league had five groups of eight). “The first two weeks we stayed where we were and were playing some good teams, which is good to see,” he explained. “The third week we finished in third place so we got to move up to the top

group. It was great to see the girls play well.” In addition to playing at Great Lakes, Timothy held its usual camp for incoming sophomores through seniors. “It was good to see a lot of girls at the camp,” said Piersma. “We held the camp in the middle of July. The girls who play club volleyball were finishing up their season a few weeks before. It was nice to have the camp closer to the start of fall practice. It was kind of like a preseason heading into tryouts.” Piersma came away from the summer sessions impressed with the team’s progress with ball control. “I was a little worried,” he said. “We lost a key player to graduation in Hanna Markewycz. She played great defense and was great in serve-receive and was a captain. I was interested to see what our ball control was going to be like without her back there. What I saw is the girls can really get it going when they have to and can be

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Walther Christian on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 1 p.m. Walther went 0-9 last year and lost 35-0 to IC in the 2014 meeting. IC hits the road in Week 4 to face St. Edward in Elgin on Friday, Sept. 18 at 7:15 p.m. St. Edward won the Metro Suburban Conference East Division title last year and finished 10-1 overall. The Knights return home on Friday, Sept. 25 at 7:15 p.m. for the first official home game at Lewis Stadium played with permanent lights. IC faces Aurora Central Catholic that night. ACC went 6-4 last year. IC won the 2014 meeting 30-23. The Knights head to Riverside-Brookfield on Oct. 2 for a 7:15 p.m. contest. R-B went 6-4 a year ago. IC then heads to Performance

Trust Field in Wheaton to face Wheaton Academy on Friday, Oct. 9 at 7:15 p.m. IC defeated Wheaton Academy last year 20-10. Wheaton Academy went 5-4 in 2014, but did not qualify for the playoffs. The Knights finish the regular season with a pair of home games under the lights at Lewis Stadium. IC welcomes MSC West Division defending champion Glenbard South to town in Week 8 on Oct. 17. Glenbard South went 8-3 last year. IC closes the regular season against Fenton on Oct. 24 at 7:15 p.m. Fenton finished 4-5 in 2014. IC defeated Fenton 24-7 in last year’s matchup. IC, which went 4-5 overall in 2014, will play five home games this season.

IC CATHOLIC PREP HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCHEDULE 2015 DAY Friday Saturday Saturday Friday Friday Friday Friday Saturday Saturday

DATE August 28 September 5 September 12 September 18 September 25 October 2 October 9 October 17 October 24

OPPONENT at Bishop McNamara Evergreen Park (home) Walther C hristian (home) at St. Edward Aurora Central (home) at Riverside-Brookfield at Wheaton Academy Glenbard South (home) Fenton (home)

Head Coach Bill Krefft

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on the same page and work and talk to make it happen. We’re going to do a little more ball control by committee this year. We did well and that’s one of the reasons we performed well in summer league.” Piersma said the team also will benefit from the presence of players such as Dani VanLaten (setter) and juniorsto-be Kendra Teune and Ava Venema. “Ava is a middle who is connecting well with Dani and running sorts of stuff for kills. They will keep defenses on their toes. Kendra is our big swing on the outside. It was nice to see her get good reps and nice swings.” Zoe Stanton has moved into the libero role for the Trojans. “Zoe knows she has to take charge,” said Piersma.

“She doesn’t have to put too much pressure on herself with serve-receive. When she gets comfortable and takes control she is going to really help us. I look forward to her having a big year.” Piersma said the start of last week’s fall practices gave the team an opportunity to come charging right out of the gates. “Based on our numbers and what we know about the players already it was more like three extra days of practice,” said Piersma of the time many teams use as a tryout period. “It gives us a leg up. We can see if there are any girls to pull up from freshman to JV and sophomore to varsity. We know we are going to get right into a busy schedule. We’re getting it going and looking forward to another

successful year.” Piersma noted the program’s recent success has yielded a number of byproducts. “We’ve had some additional girls become interested in playing,” he said. “We’ve also had more community involvement. It’s great to get the support of the administration, faculty, students and parents.” Timothy Christian also found out earlier that it will compete as a Class 2A team in the state playoffs in sports where there are four classes, such as volleyball. “We’re looking forward to late October when we get into 2A play,” said Piersma. “I think this team has a lot of potential. We are very big at the net. We have the chance to be very good this season.”

LeGrand named Timothy Christian interim athletic director Will continue to coach boys basketball team By Mike Miazga Correspondent

ELMHURST — Timothy Christian’s interim athletic director is a familiar face around campus. Jack LeGrand, Timothy Christian’s middle school athletic director and the head boys basketball coach at the high school, recently was named interim high school athletic director. He replaces Bryan Glover, who recently took a position at a school in Colorado. “With the timing of it as such, Jack will be our athletic director this year,” Timothy Christian Schools Superintendent Matt Davidson told the Independent. “We have not had an opportunity as an administration and board yet to talk about a long-term game plan. It’s a big-picture process and we’ll put a game-plan together for the long-term.” Davidson said LeGrand brings many positive tangibles to the table at the school. “Jack has been around sports his whole life,” said Davidson. “He has a tremendous work ethic. He’s a leader and a teambuilder who works well with other people. We work fabulously together. Jack is really good. He wants to win and achieve, but more importantly he treats athletics as a platform to teach life lessons to our stu-

dents. He believes in developing student-athletes on the court and playing fields and as champions of Jesus Christ. His heart beats with mine on that 100 percent. He gets it. He’s developing our student-athletes academically, athletically and spiritually.” Davidson said the transition came about suddenly. “Bryan had an opportunity come up out of the blue,” he explained. “A friend of his at a Christian school reached out to him about the school needing a strength and speed trainer. They had gone through months of interviews and were not satisfied and then reached out to Bryan. Bryan and I were in contact about this from the beginning. He leaves here on good terms. His passion is strength and speed and in his two years with us he translated that passion into a $300,000 weight room. His time was well spent here and our student-athletes and coaches will benefit from that for decades to come. I’m excited for him and his family. Jack collaborated with Bryan the last couple years. Jack knows the drill here. It will be a real seamless transition for us. The coaches and kids respect Jack a lot.” Davidson said LeGrand will continue as head boys basketball coach this year. “Jack will be fantastic,” said Davidson. In other athletic-related news at Timothy, the school recently completed a remodeling project on the high school gymnasium bleachers.

Timothy also was informed it will drop down from Class 3A to Class 2A in the state playoffs in boys and girls basketball and girls volleyball this school year. Girls track also dropped down a class. Those sports were given automatic waivers of the IHSA’s 1.65 enrollment multiplier for nonboundry schools. Starting with the 2015-2016 school year, the IHSA’s waiver policy was changed to automatically grant a waiver to any sport or activity program that over the past four years has not met a more restrictive set of benchmarks indicating success in the IHSA state series. Additionally, a success adjustment was implemented that moves a program that has shown sustained success (at least two trophies over the past four years, one of which is in the last two years) up one class. “It will be a more even playing field,” said Davidson. “We feel we have some real promising seasons ahead of us. The opportunities are in front of us and now it is up to us to seize them.” Davidson added the school’s competitive cheerleading program will compete in the small division in the state series. Davidson stressed the move down to Class 2A in those sports this season is not an indication that the school’s enrollment has decreased. On the contrary, Davidson noted the high school enrollment at the school has increased for the 2015-2016 school year.

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York tennis teams fare well in summer leagues Dukes have seven Trident Summer League champions By Mike Miazga Correspondent

ELMHURST — Both the York boys and girls tennis teams kept quite busy over the summer. Both programs participated in the Trident Summer League and competed in the conference tournament in late July. The conference tournament featured four divisions 17-and-under for boys and girls and 15-and-under for boys and girls. York had conference champions in seven flights and conference medalists in numerous others. “It was great to get the players out competing over the summer,” said York boys and girls coach Tres Heimann. “All the kids worked really hard through match play, camps and lessons. It is great to have an event like this leading into the fall season.” The league featured players representing schools and park districts. “This was the first year for us doing it and it was a really good experience for the play-

ers,” said Heimann. “The league itself has been around for about 15 years. Courts Plus (Elmhurst Park District) has been in it and this year asked the high school to have a summer team. I think it’s something we will continue to do. It gives our players the exposure of match play and that match experience. It gives the players a good taste of competitive matches. Our players do a great job with lessons and training and with match play. It’s a great way to improve. The enthusiasm for the game from our players is outstanding. I was very pleased to see that.” In the girls 17-and-under division, York’s Claire Meyer took second in the conference and earned a medal at the No. 1 singles flight. She scored an 8-0 win in her first match and an 8-6 victory in the semifinals before losing 6-4, 6-4 in the championship match. In the No. 2 singles flight, Tara Mayer took third and earned a medal. She won her first match 8-0 and then dropped an 8-2 decision in the semifinals before rebounding to win 8-5 in the third-place match. Cameron Elsey also placed third in the No. 3 singles flight and came away with a confer-

ence medal. She won her first match 8-4 and then lost 8-3 in the semifinals before recording an 8-5 victory in the thirdplace match. In doubles, Julia Riddle and Liz Mazzocco won the No. 1 doubles division at 17-andunder. They won their opener 8-1 and won their semifinal match 8-3 before recording a 6-2, 6-4 win over teammates Grace Mazzocco and Anna Lubertozzi in the championship. Grace Mazzocco and Lubertozzi took second and earned a conference medal. They won their first match 9-7 and won their semifinal contest 8-5 before facing Riddle and Liz Mazzocco in the finals. In the boys 17-and-under division, Lucas Gough took fifth in the No. 1 singles flight. He dropped his first match 9-7, but came back to record an 8-1 win in his second match and an 8-4 win in the fifth-place contest. Jared Doan was third for York at No. 2 singles. He won his first match 8-2 and then scored an 8-0 victory in the semifinals before losing in the third-place contest. Doan also earned a conference medal. Luke Mazzocco was third at No. 3 singles and won a medal. He scored an 8-4 win in the opener and then dropped

an 8-2 decision in the semifinals before rebounding to win 8-6 in the third-place match. Johnny Wheeler and Jimmy Licata won the No. 1 doubles title at 17-and-under. They scored an 8-3 win in their first match, an 8-4 win in the semifinals and a 6-4, 2-6, (10-6) win in the finals. In the girls 15-and-underdivision, York’s Melissa Cartis won the conference title at No. 1 singles. She scored an 8-5 win in the opener and an 8-2 win the semifinals. Cartis then was a 6-1, 6-3 winner in the championship match. Lauren Fonorow also won the conference title at No. 2 singles. She scored an 8-1 winner in the opener and an 8-2 win in the semifinals. Fonorow was a 7-5, 6-3 winner in the finals. Cristina Gamboa took fifth at No. 3 singles. She lost 8-5 in the first round, but came back to score 8-0 and 8-4 wins in her final two matches. At No. 1 doubles, Annalise Soldano and Maddi Plowman won the conference title at 15-and-under. They scored an 8-2 win in the opener and an 8-2 win in the semifinals. Soldano and Plowman followed that up with a 6-1, 6-2 win in the final. In the boys 15-and-under division, T.J. Paul won the

conference title at No. 1 singles. He scored an 8-2 win in the opener and was an 8-2 winner in the semifinals. Paul then was a 6-4, 3-6, (10-8) winner in the championship finale. In the No. 1 doubles flight, Luke Brigman and Jalen Montagay were conference champions. They scored a pair of 8-0 victories in their first two matches, followed by a 6-2, 6-2 win in the championship. In addition to the Trident League, Heimann once again held a six-week summer camp. “Camp was very well attended,” he said. “I was very pleased with the numbers we had. Our camp starts with kids as young as second grade and up through elementary and middle school. We also have two high-school camps. The high-school camps were very well-attended. The kids were great. They worked very hard.” Heimann also was impressed with what he saw during the first few days of fall practice last week. “I’m very pleased,” he said. “We had 19 freshman girls come out. That’s outstanding. The highest we had before that was like 16 or 17. It’s been good. I’m very pleased with the enthusiasm of the kids.”

Youth Baseball team finishes third at Little League state tournament Highest finish ever for an Elmhurst team in a Little League-sanctioned event By Mike Miazga Correspondent

ELMHURST — The Elmhurst Youth Baseball 10U all-star team made some history recently. Elmhurst finished third at the Little League Baseball 10U state tournament in River Forest. The third-place finish is the highest ever for an Elmhurst baseball team in a Little League-sanctioned event. In the state tournament, Elmhurst defeated Oglesby and scored a pair of victories against Olney. Elmhurst lost to Hinsdale and was eliminated from the double-elimination tournament by Moline. “It was an unbelievable ride,” head coach Bobby Smith told the Independent. “The kids and the parents were great. This was something we set up a year ago to make a run at. We will go for it at the 11U level next year.” Smith said the parental and fan support was something he’s never seen

before. “It’s a great story,” he said. “We had fan clubs and people following online. There were people with posters with the kids’ names on them and people writing the kids’ names on their faces. We received emails from parents who were behind the team and came out to watch us. These kids worked and got to this level. The kids had a great experience.” To get to the state tournament, Elmhurst won the District 10 title with a 5-1 record and then won the Sectional 4 title with a 3-0 mark. Smith noted it was the first time an Elmhurst team made it out of a Little League-sanctioned sectional tournament. In the District tournament, Elmhurst beat Norridge, Melrose Park and scored two wins over River Forest. At the sectional, Elmhurst defeated Lansing, Ridge Beverly and Humboldt Park. All district, sectional and state games were played at Keystone Park in River Forest. “I told the kids this is something that can never be taken away from you,” said Smith. “They won the district and the sectional and took third in state. They will have memories their whole life. I told them let’s go out and make some memories. The kids fought through it and never gave

up. These kids had a lot of fight in them. It was a wonderful thing. I am so proud of the boys. We had great players and a great coaching staff that helped me out. It takes a village. We had parents that were committed to the program.” Smith said the team excelled in the key phases of the game—most notably pitching and defense. “You can never have enough pitching,” said Smith. “We had a couple of stud pitchers that carried us the majority of the way. Donny Tober and Jacob Ferraro ate up innings for us. And our defense was excellent. We had a great infield. We took thousands of ground balls this year in practice. The defense was great.” Eli Maurer, Ferraro, Bennett Fleming, Rock Smith and Drew Duxbury helped fuel the team’s offense. Maurer and Ferraro were cited for their speed, while Fleming had some key RBIs. Smith hit seven homers on the season and received protection in the lineup from Duxbury, the coach noted. In addition to playing on the 10U all-star team, this group also participated in EYB in-house games and on the Elmhurst Extreme 10U team. That Extreme team took second at the Rosemont tournament, second at

the Iowa Field of Dreams tournament and took third at the Golden Dome tournament in Indiana. The Extreme took second in the Roselle/Medinah tournament and finished second in MSBL divisional play and then went on to win the MSBL tournament. In June, it held Little League tryouts and added three additional players from the EYB 9U team, Smith said. Team members included Rock Smith, Tober, Ferraro, Fleming, Maurer, Dylan Caffrey, Duxbury, Evan Montella, Logan Delury, Joe Drewno, TJ Silkaitis, Kyle Waltz and Joey Hawkins (non-roster player). “It took every player and every coach on this team to succeed,” said Smith. Smith’s coaching staff included Dan Delruy (assistant coach), Jim Fleming (1st base coach), Steve Hawkins (3rd base coach), Don Tober (pitching coach), Ken Maurer (outfield), Rob Montella (outfield) and Tim Silkaitis (outfield). Boni Smith was the scorekeeper. Rock Smith and Tober finished in the Top 4 of the state home-run hitting derby contest. “We will be ready to go after it again next year,” said Smith. “We’re going to have some fun.”

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York football schedule filled with tough competition Dukes open season at state quarterfinalist New Trier By Mike Miazga Correspondent

ELMHURST — The York football team will see no shortage of tough competition right out of the gates this season. The Dukes will play three of their first four games against teams that advanced to the second round or further in the 2014 playoffs. York kicks off the 2015 season on Friday Aug. 28 in Winnetka against a New Trier team that went 10-2 last year and advanced to the state quarterfinals in Class 8A (losing to eventual champion Ste-

venson). New Trier is new to York’s schedule this season. The Dukes then host Leyden on Friday Sept. 4 in one of their two West Suburban Conference crossover games against teams from the Gold Division. Leyden went 2-7 last season. York again hits the road on Saturday, Sept. 12 to face defending WSC Silver Division champion Glenbard West in Glen Ellyn for a 1 p.m. matinee game. Glenbard West went 12-1 and reached the 8A semifinals last season (also losing to Stevenson). The Dukes return home for their second WSC Silver game on Friday, Sept. 18 against a Hinsdale Central team that went 8-3 overall in 2014 and finished 5-1 in the conference. The annual game against Willowbrook takes place Sept. 25 in Villa Park. Willowbrook

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NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0073330 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on JULY 28, 2015, wherein the business firm of TIME PORTAL ANTIQUES LOCATED AT 314 RIDGEWOOD DRIVE, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108-2532 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/ are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) LINDA PALMISANO, HOME ADDRESS 314 RIDGEWOOD DRIVE, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108-2532. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 28TH day of JULY, A.D. 2015. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 13, 20 & 27, 2015) 214557 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0073376 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on AUGUST 4, 2015, wherein the business firm of AIR-TIRE EXTERIOR LOCATED AT 8995 COPPERGATE ROAD, WOODRIDGE, IL 60517-7558 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/ are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) LOUIS F MASCHIO, HOME ADDRESS 8995 COPPERGATE ROAD, WOODRIDGE, IL 60517-7558. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 4TH day of AUGUST, A.D. 2015. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 13, 20 & 27, 2015) 214730

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0073327 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on JULY 27, 2015, wherein the business firm of ASLAM GROUP LOCATED AT 337 SOUTH ARDMORE, VILLA PARK, IL 601810000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) GHULAM DASTAGIR, HOME ADDRESS 337 S ARDMORE AVENUE 2R, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-0000. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 27TH day of JULY, A.D. 2015. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 13, 20 & 27, 2015) 214359

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0073337 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on AUGUST 6, 2015, wherein the business firm of HAIR UNLIMITED LOCATED AT 221 E ST CHARLES ROAD UNIT D, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) EMILY KROTT, HOME ADDRESS 194 N. CLINTON AVENUE, ELMHURST, IL 60126-0000. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 6TH day of AUGUST, A.D. 2015. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 13, 20 & 27, 2015) 214820

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0073377 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on AUGUST 4, 2015, wherein the business firm of MRF DECORATING LOCATED AT 321 S LOMBARD AVE, LOMBARD, IL 60148-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/ are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) MILES A FOGLE, HOME ADDRESS 321 S LOMBARD AVE, LOMBARD, IL 60148-0000. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 4TH day of AUGUST, A.D. 2015. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 13, 20 & 27, 2015) 214556

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0073339 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on AUGUST 6, 2015, wherein the business firm of ALLY AND B LOCATED AT 1333 DUQUESNE AVENUE, NAPERVILLE, IL 605650000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) MARIE LOPEZ, HOME ADDRESS 1333 DUQUESNE AVENUE, NAPERVILLE, IL 60565-0000. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 6TH day of AUGUST, A.D. 2015. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 13, 20 & 27, 2015) 214913

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10-047263 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, WHEATON, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2007-OA2 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-OA2 PLAINTIFF, -vsFABIOLA LINDSAY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS 11 CH 4304 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on August 5, 2013; John E. Zaruba, Sheriff, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, will on September 17, 2015 at 10:00 AM, at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twentyfour (24) hours, the following described premises situated in DuPage County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/ or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: THE SOUTH 50 FEET OF THE WEST HALF OF LOT 29 IN GRAUE’S WOODS SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0073336 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on AUGUST 6, 2015, wherein the business firm of GRANT SCALE COMPANY LOCATED AT 754 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, BENSENVILLE, IL 60106-1305 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) DAVID A WRING, HOME ADDRESS 392 MARK AVENUE, GLENDALE HEIGHT, IL 60139-2667. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 6TH day of AUGUST, A.D. 2015. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 20, 27 & Sept. 3, 2015) 215408 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0073353 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on AUGUST 10, 2015, wherein the business firm of TRICIA’S LAUNDRY SERVICE LOCATED AT 178 JULIANN DRIVE APT 5, WOOD DALE, IL 60191-2737 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) PATRICIA TILLMAN, HOME ADDRESS 178 JULIANN DRIVE APT 5, WOOD DALE, IL 60191-2737. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 10TH day of AUGUST, A.D. 2015. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 20, 27 & Sept. 3, 2015) 215410

THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 5, 1915 IN BOOK 8 OF PLATS, PAGE 60 AS DOCUMENT NO. 122401 IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 257 Bonnie Brae Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126 Permanent Index No.: 06-03-204-0050000 Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY 1 STORY Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. The judgment amount was $300,873.21. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC f/k/a Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I666530 (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 20, 27 & Sept. 3, 2015) 215158 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING AND PLANNING COMMISSION/ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CASE NUMBER 15 P-13 Request for Conditional Use and Associated Variations Notice is hereby given that the Elmhurst Zoning and Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., in the Elmhurst City Hall, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, Illinois. The purpose of this hearing is to consider requests for a Conditional Use Permit and Associated Variations to operate an Automobile Repair Facility. Following is a legal description of the subject property: LEGAL DESCRIPTION ALL OF LOT 11 AND LOT 12 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 116 FEET THEREOF) AND THE EAST 43 FEET OF LOT 10, AS MEASURED ALONG THE SOUTH LINE THEREOF, (EXCEPT THAT PART OF SAID LOTS CONVEYED TO THE COUNTY OF DUPAGE BY DEED RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R91-70988), IN MOUREKSON INDUSTRIAL CENTER UNIT NO. 3, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MARCH 26, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R69-12705, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN: 03-26-105-018 The common street address is 400 W. Grand Avenue, Elmhurst, IL. The subject property is located within the I1 Restricted Industrial District. If you have any questions regarding this case, please contact the office of the Planning and Zoning Administrator at 5306019. NOTE: Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting, should contact

Valerie Johnson, ADA Compliance Officer, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., City of Elmhurst, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126, or call 630-530-3000 voice, or 630-530-8095 TDD, within a reasonable time before the meeting. Requests for a qualified interpreter require five (5) working days’ advance notice. Nathaniel J. Werner, Planning and Zoning Administrator (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 20, 2015) 215622

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING AND PLANNING COMMISSION/ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CASE NUMBER 15 P-14 Request for Conditional Use Notice is hereby given that the Elmhurst Zoning and Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., in the Elmhurst City Hall, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, Illinois. The purpose of this hearing is to consider a request for Conditional Use Permit to construct a cell tower. Following is a legal description of the subject property: ALL THOSE CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND SITUATED IN SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST, THE CITY OF ELMHURST, DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARENT PARCEL THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, (EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT PART FALLING WITHIN MT. EMBLEM ASSESSMENT PLAT RECORDED DECEMBER 12, 2005 AS DOCUMENT R2005-274215) IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. LEASED PREMISES PART OF NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF ELMHURST, DUPAGE COUNTY, IL DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF COUNTRY CLUB HIGHLANDS; THENCE ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID COUNTRY CLUB HIGHLANDS, S00°02’12’E, A DISTANCE OF 2339.56 FEET; THENCE N89°57’48”E, A DISTANCE OF 68.54 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE N88°22’09”E, A DISTANCE OF 70.00 FEET; THENCE S01°37’51”E, A DISTANCE OF 70.00 FEET; THENCE S88°22’09”W, A DISTANCE OF 70.00 FEET; THENCE N01°37’51”W, A DISTANCE OF 70.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING 4,900 SQUARE FEET OR 0.112 ACRES, MORE OR LESS ACCESS & UTILITY EASEMENT PART OF NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF ELMHURST, DUPAGE COUNTY, IL DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF COUNTRY CLUB HIGHLANDS; THENCE ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID COUNTRY CLUB HIGHLANDS, S00°02’12’E, A DISTANCE OF 39.56 FEET; THENCE N88°57’48”E, A DISTANCE OF 68.54 FEET; THENCE N88°22’09”E, A DISTANCE OF 70.00 FEET; THENCE S01°37’51”E A DISTANCE OF 70.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, S00°02’12”E, A DISTANCE OF 20.00 FEET; THENCE S88°22’09”W, A DISTANCE OF 140.51 FEET TO THE EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF WRIGHTWOOD AVENUE; THENCE ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY, N00°02’12”W, 20.00 FEET; THENCE N88°22’09”E, DISTANCE OF 58.51 FEET; THENCE N01°37’51”W, A DISTANCE OF 12.00 FEET; THENCE N88°22’09”E, A DISTANCE OF 12.00

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FEET; THENCE S01°37’51”E, A DISTANCE OF 12.00 FEET; THENCE N88°22’09”E, A DISTANCE OF 70.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING 2,956 SQUARE FEET OR 0.068 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. PIN: 03-25-400-007 The common street address is 520 E. Grand Avenue, Elmhurst, IL. The subject property is located within the CR Conservation Recreation District. If you have any questions regarding this case, please contact the office of the Planning and Zoning Administrator at 5306019. NOTE: Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting, should contact Valerie Johnson, ADA Compliance Officer, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., City of Elmhurst, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126, or call 630-530-3000 voice, or 630-530-8095 TDD, within a reasonable time before the meeting. Requests for a qualified interpreter require five (5) working days’ advance notice. Nathaniel J. Werner, Planning and Zoning Administrator (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 20, 2015) 215623

Remembering Miss Daisy S

he wasn’t even my dog. Not even close. Even though she and I lived in the same house, she clearly answered to another master – my husband. Still, I loved her like you love a family dog that’s been around for more years than you have fingers. She loved playing fetch. She was a retriever, so I guess that makes sense. We could throw a ball or a stick (or whatever object she was fetching that day) for hours and she’d keep going until we made her quit. Her favorite place was the lake. She loved to swim. Combine that with retrieving and you had perfection – from her perspective, at least. Each summer, she’d find her-

Jill Pertler SLICES OF LIFE

self a good stick and it would be her “toy” to fetch from the lake during the long, hot days we spent there. My husband would throw it as far as he could and she’d joyfully (and I do mean joyfully) bound into the water – swimming once it got deep enough. She’d grab the stick in her mouth, swim back to shore and drop her toy at my

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husband’s feet. Then she’d give whomever was nearby a doggy shake shower before turning toward the lake to fetch again. And again. And again. As long as we’d let her. I’m so glad we had the lake for her to love. She was a good dog (great dog) in most regards. She didn’t chew or jump on the furniture. She was awesome with kids and she patiently and gently put up with the cats (sometimes with a deep doggy sigh). She was pretty good about staying in the yard (unless a neighbor’s garbage was calling to her nose). If something was broken or someone got into the cat treats, she was pretty sure she was in trouble, even when it was clearly the cats’ fault. She was a trustworthy, loyal companion. She never did learn to walk properly on a leash. She wouldn’t relent to it, always tugging and pulling to the point that we thought she might choke. I am sure she fully understood the “heel” command. She was a smart girl. She just refused to acknowledge it. It was one of the few instances of her asserting her independence. Another involved her phobias. She was a big dog – 85 pounds in her heyday – but the smallest details could put her in a tizzy. Certain floor coverings were taboo. She’d walk on wood, but not laminate. Vinyl was okay, but not her favorite. She refused to go down the stairs to the basement. The kitchen pantry terrified her. It happened to be where we kept her food so that sort of benefitted us. One time we got her a fancy new water dish. She wouldn’t drink out of it because it scared her. She went out the back door to do her business, but would only access it from the right side of the door frame. She wouldn’t go out the door leading to the garage. The garage itself, how-

ever, was fine. We quit trying to figure her out years ago and just loved her for what she was – quirks and all – because every family has its quirks. Her three favorite times of the day were breakfast, lunch and dinner. Her favorite food was scrambled eggs. When my husband entered the kitchen, she figured she had a chance of eating and she’d give him a stare down, darting her eyes between him and her food dish. We called this look “the eyeball.” After lunch she got a treat and wouldn’t let up until you gave her one. The peanut butter flavor gave her the toots so we quit buying those. The hardest part about having a dog is that they grow old to soon. She was old and this has been coming for some time. We’ve known she was nearing the end and I thought I was prepared. We talked about her ailments and the fact that she might be suffering. She was less active and seemed sad sometimes. She hesitated before going upstairs because it took effort for her to climb them. She quit jumping up in the morning in anticipation of breakfast and instead would stay sleeping under the bed. This summer, she didn’t really fetch the stick, but carried it in her mouth while wading in the lake. Doing the normal things was getting harder. We all saw that. And we knew. And I thought I was ready. But you’re never ready. Not really. I’m not sure it’s possible. Still, I didn’t realize how much I wasn’t ready – to wake up without her under the bed. To never throw the stick for her again, or get the eyeball or make her eggs. She wasn’t even my dog. But she was our dog. And she was a part of our family – an important part. I’m going to miss her. Sure am. Already do.

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The animal whisperer does not know the language of woodchucks

ow much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood? I have no idea but he’ll chew through your wires. We have many critters in our woodsy yard including birds of many sizes, shapes and songs; squirrels of many variations (I had no idea there were so many types of squirrels prior to living here); chipmunks, raccoons, turkey, fox, and a pair of mallard ducks I have named Imogene and Walter. This summer a big old beaver-looking thing has joined the motley bunch and has been wandering around the yard. Prince Charming informs me it would be a woodchuck or a groundhog, not a beaver. We are just up from the river so it could be anything as far as I’m concerned. My Prince dubbed him Earl (cuz calling him Chuck is just too predictable.) All the critters know to stay away from the house (by my powers of mental telepathy telling them so) and they keep their frolicking to the great big yard. Well, the new guy to the neighborhood didn’t get the memo or the Jedi mind tricks. He has been seen wandering around the front of the house a few times, right along the house. That’s a no-no. He has plenty of room to play somewhere else. Last week we had the garage door open for a bit in the evening as we were doing some yard work and my husband shut the garage door when we went in for the night. Unbeknown to us, Earl was hiding out in there. The next evening when my Prince returned home, he found large poopoo in the garage and when he started wiggling things to scare out the varmint, (the poo was way too big to be chipmunk so we had no idea who was the culprit), Earl went scooting out. (They are faster than you think.) Not only did he poop (a lot), he chewed through the wires of the garage door sen-

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sor so the door would no longer shut. Silly Earl. He had a whole big garage full of stuff to chew, and he had to devour little skinny wires? I don’t get it. Earl also ate a big hole in the old rubbermaid garbage can. But that can was empty. The real garbage can was out at the curb for garbage pick up. Besides the “oh my” factor, it turned out to be no big deal. Earl had a one-night stay at the Joy House garage and it only took Prince Charming about five minutes to replace the wire. (It is a joy having a handy husband.) I haven’t seen Earl since, but he needs a talking-to. I won’t lecture him. Just a 5-word statement: Stay out of my garage. In the big picture of living in the woods, we are quite fortunate. The critters do not do any damage. We have had no issues with holes in the yard (they dig far away in the “wild” areas so we don’t care), they don’t get into our garbage (or garage or house), and they provide endless entertainment. The chipmunks really do listen to me, I swear. So one little wire-chewing incident is the cost of living in a gorgeous rural setting. I’m just glad I didn’t go in the garage that morning and be greeted by Earl. He would startle me and the poop on the garage floor may not just be animal scat. As much as I think the animals listen to me, Earl does not. If anyone knows the language of woodchucks, come on over. Dr. Doolittle, I’m ready for lessons. (Kelly Epperson Simmons loves the critters as long as they obey house rules and play where they are supposed to. Write kelly@kellyepperson.com or PO Box 2324, Loves Park, IL 61131.)

• 10-047263 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, WHEATON, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2007-OA2 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-OA2 PLAINTIFF, -vsFABIOLA LINDSAY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS 11 CH 4304 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on August 5, 2013; John E. Zaruba, Sheriff, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, will on September 17, 2015 at 10:00 AM, at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in DuPage County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 257 Bonnie Brae Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126 Permanent Index No.: 06-03-204-005-0000 Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY 1 STORY Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. The judgment amount was $300,873.21. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC f/k/a Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I666530 (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Aug. 20, 27 & Sept. 3, 2015) 215159 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Indenture Trustee for the Registered Holders of IMH Assets Corp., Collateralized Asset-Backed Bonds, Series 2004-11 Plaintiff, vs. Daniel J. Lehoux, AKA Daniel Lehoux; Cynthia M. Lehoux, AKA Cynthia Lehoux, AKA Cindy M. O’Sullivan; Morgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. 2010 CH 002829 249 North Pioneer Drive, Addison, IL 60101 Judge Robert G. Gibson

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scribed real estate: PIN 03-28-308-020 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 374 W. Park Avenue Addison, IL 60101 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-14-06072. I666800 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent Aug. 20, 27 & Sept. 3, 2015) 215474

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After bruising debate, spending bill passes House 98-0 SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois House on Wednesday ultimately gave Gov. Bruce Rauner the “clean” spending bill he asked for, but only after a bruising debate. In the end, a bill to OK the state’s spending about $5.2 billion in federal funds on human services, as well as $166 million in state money toward debt service for Chicago’s Metropolitan Pier & Exposition Authority, passed with no opposition. But an earlier House Democrats’ plan to add $585 million in state general fund spending, as well as $170 million from other state funds, put the rhetoric from both sides on high heat, even though it appeared to lack votes from the start. House Republicans blasted the Democrats for trying to add state spending to the Senate’s $4.8 billion federal “pass through” authorization. Rep. Ron Sandack (R-Downers Grove) said Democrats knew the GOP was opposed and knew they didn’t have the votes needed to pass the measure as amended. Instead, he said, they were trying to force a “sham vote” and paint the Republicans as the bad guys who refused to support money for programs such as childcare and breast cancer screenings. “You’re clearly politicizing the process now,” he said. Sandack called the House Democrats’ proposal “a thwarting measure.” “It gets in the way of good

process,” he said. “It gets in the way of way of getting something done today because the governor, as you all know, announced he would not sign anything with a ‘poison pill’ provision attached.” He asked Democrats to drop their amendment in favor of another one already being prepared so the House could “get something done today and get the pass-through money to recipients as soon as possible.” Republican Leader Jim Durkin of Western Springs made a similar plea. He said the federal pass-through bill marked one of the few times nearly everyone was in accord on an important financial issue. “We know exactly what this bill in this form is about,” he said, arguing that Democrats were continuing an “unfortunate summer” of doing little more than running impractical votes for use in attack mailings. “Let’s not continue down this road. Let’s not go on with the charades.” Durkin said he asked Democrats to bring out the language that everyone knew could pass, be supported in the Senate and get Rauner’s signature. Democratic representatives, however, said they had philosophical and practical reasons for adding state spending to Senate Bill 2042. “It now becomes even more important to let these folks know that there are services out there and that we don’t want to deny them those services,” said

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153 Addison Street Elmhurst, Illinois (630) 617-9797

299 E. St. Charles Rd. Villa Park, Illinois (630) 832-3160

TIRES, SERVICE & MORE

M - F 7-6, Sat. 8-3

M - F 7:30-6, Sat. 8-3

ELECTRONIC IGNITION CARS

89.95

Expires 9/3/15

MOST CARS

59.95

Expires 9/3/15

90 days or 4,000 miles, whichever first*

MOST CARS

Add $3 for disposal fee

89.95

Expires 9/3/15

AIR CONDITIONING Complete system, check pressure & leak test. Most cars and pickups. Plus Freon.

39.95

MOST CARS

KEEP YOUR KIDS SAFE

Expires 9/3/15

MOST CARS

Back To School Special

Have their car serviced before they go

SYNTHETIC BLEND

LUBE, OIL & FILTER

20.95

COMPUTERIZED 4-WHEEL ALIGNMENT Set caster, camber and toe to exact manufacturer’s specifications while referencing and compensating or adjusting thrust line, depending on alignment type, part and additional services extra if needed.

MOST SUVS CUSTOM ALIGNMENT $ 68.95 MOST CARS 109.95 & TRUCKS $ 129.95

MOST CARS

Expires 9/3/15

We’ll lubricate most car’s chassis, drain the old and install up to 5 quarts of new oil and new oil filter. Add $3 for disposal of oil and filter. Expires 9/3/15

PREFERRED CUSTOMER

Buy 4 Synthetic Blend oil changes for $89.95 get the 5th FREE! Most Cars. Plus $3 Disposal Fee. Not valid with any other offer. See location for details.

Punch-A-Deal

RATED #1 IN ELMHURST

TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE

BATTERIES ON SALE NOW WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

ASE Certified Certified •• Domestic Domestic && Foreign Foreign ASE

Expires 9/3/15

ROTATE & BALANCE WITH FREE BRAKE INSPECTION

29.95

Expires 9/3/15

MOST CARS

RATED #1 IN VILLA PARK

ENGINE TUNE-UP DISC BRAKES

We’ll install new resistor spark plugs, adjust Front Disc brake service for single piston American cars. Includes new disc pads, rotors resurfaced, wheel bearing idle speed, set timing, test battery and Replace fluid, pan gasket and filter (if charging system, inspect other key engine repacked, new grease seals, fluid added as needed, system equipped). Special gaskets, filters extra if inspected and car road tested. *Rebuilt calipers & semi needed. Some cars/light trucks extra. Limited parts. metallic pads extra. Warranty -

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, SATISFACTION & CLEANLINESS

ASK ABOUT OUR TIRE SPECIALS

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