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Willowbrook student receives her school’s 88’s Best honor for November

Senior will graduate in December; she will study nursing at College of DuPage

Willowbrook High School senior Eliana Torres was recently named her school’s recipient of the 88’s Best award for the month of November.

Torres was honored during the District 88 Board of Education’s Nov. 11 meeting.

The District 88 Board of Education and administration created the 88’s Best award to recognize students at Willowbrook and Addison Trail high schools for their achievements in and out of the classroom. Nine Addison Trail students and nine Willowbrook students receive the 88’s Best award each school year.

During the recent meeting, Willowbrook Principal Dan Krause read some comments that Willowbrook staff members made about Torres. Those staff members praised Torres, describing her as compassionate and engaged, and always willing to lend a helping hand.

Krause noted that Torres avoided classes as a freshman, and did not initially find academic success in high school. She also had conflicts with some of her peers, and with some Willowbrook deans. But thanks to her own hard work and determination, and support from her family and Willowbrook staff members, Torres built a path to success. As one staff member noted, her academic performance and maturity have continued to improve each year.

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As a junior, Torres earned her Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license. Torres works at an assisted living facility. She also contributes to Willowbrook’s Little Warrior preschool program.

Torres will graduate from Willowbrook in December. She will attend College of DuPage, where she will continue to study nursing. Torres said she would love to be a neonatal nurse, or possibly work in labor and delivery.

Torres gave some emotional comments while speaking at the Nov. 11 board meeting. She thanked her mother, father and stepfather, along with her boyfriend, and Willowbrook teachers and secretaries for supporting her.

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President Donna Craft Cain complimented Torres during the Nov. 11 board meeting.

“This is what public schools are all about,” said the board president while addressing Torres. “We all don’t start school ready to take on the world. Sometimes it takes time, but you’ve proven that you can do it, and that others can do it too.”

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District 88 Board member Amy Finnegan asked Torres during the meeting what advice she would give to an incoming freshman to help them find success.

Freshman Lindsey Rugg of the Willowbrook softball team is pictured while attempting to score a run during Friday’s game at Downers Grove South. Rugg tried to score from second base on a single by sophomore Katelyn Cox in the top of the second inning, when the game was tied at 2-2. Downers Grove South’s catcher tagged Rugg out at home plate for the third out of the inning. The Mustangs went on to defeat the Warriors 7-3 in the West Suburban Gold Conference contest. Wil-

“I would say, stay out of any drama,” responded Torres. “It’s not worth it. Focus on you and your education rather than anything else, because it does matter.”

Willowbrook High School celebrated its homecoming last week. The week’s special activities included Friday afternoon’s homecoming parade, which took place in hot and sunny conditions. The parade procession began near Park Boulevard and Ardmore Avenue. Parade participants marched south on Ardmore before turn-

Willowbrook High School senior Eliana Torres was honored as her school’s recipient of the 88’s Best award for the month of November. Torres was recognized during the District 88 Board of Education’s Nov. 11 meeting. She is pictured (right) at that meeting with Willowbrook Principal Dan Krause (left). As a freshman in high school, Torres struggled academically, but she forged a new path over the next few years. As a junior, she earned her Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license. Torres works at an assisted living facility in the area. She also contributes to Willowbrook’s Little Warrior preschool program. Torres will graduate from high school in December. She will attend College of DuPage, where she will continue to study nursing. Speaking during the recent board meeting, Torres said she would love to be a neonatal nurse, or possibly work in labor and delivery.

ing west onto Highridge Road and into the school’s north parking lot. Members of Willowbrook’s marching band are pictured along the parade route. The participants also included several of the Warriors’ fall athletic teams, as well as members of the Villa Park Warriors Football and Cheer program.

Willowbrook High School’s Class of 2021 celebrated its commencement with two separate ceremonies in the school’s main gymnasium on Sunday morning. The entire class includes over 470 students. About half of those students attended the ceremony that began at 9 a.m. The others participated in the ceremony that started at 11 a.m. The photo shows members of the Willowbrook Senior Choir performing during the day’s first service. For more photos, see Page 4.

lowbrook rebounded from Friday’s loss to post an 11-2 win in Saturday’s game at Hinsdale Central. The Warriors bashed three home runs in the second inning of Saturday’s non-conference battle against the Red Devils of the West Suburban Silver Conference. Senior Annemarie Knudtson, freshman Isabella Dugo and sophomore Kayleigh Dennison provided the home runs. Dennison (No. 5) is pictured in the background of the above photo. For more about the Warriors, see page 14.

Memorial Day in Villa Park

sion, Margaret Schiefer—a member of the Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission, Villa Park Village Trustee Cheryl Tucker, Villa Park Village President Albert Bulthuis, Villa Park Village Trustee (and Village President-Elect) Nick Cuzzone and Leslie Allison-Seei—chair of the Villa Park Community Pride Commission. Arbor Day is observed on the last Friday of each April. The National Arbor Day Foundation

Villa Park Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2801 held its Memorial Day service on Monday morning at Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park. Post Commander Jim Blankshain is pictured bowing his head as Willowbrook High School students Lily Hendrickson and Anna Seelbach sound taps at the end of the ceremony. The post’s 2020 Memorial Day event was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s observance included a reading of the names of the Post 2801 members who have recently died. That list included World War II veteran Charles “Sid” Bergh, who served as the master of ceremonies of the post’s annual Memorial Day service for several years. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Bergh died in October 2020. He was 94 years old. Bergh was the post’s last surviving World War II veteran.

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New federal lawsuit from conservative legal group challenges Illinois abortion protections

Thomas More Society filed unsuccessful challenge to same law

By Andrew Adams Capitol news illinois

A conservative Catholic legal group is suing Illinois over a landmark state law enshrining a “fundamental right” to abortion care and requiring insurance companies to cover abortion and other reproductive health care.

The lawsuit, filed Nov. 20 in federal court in Chicago by the Thomas More Society, seeks to prevent the state from requiring insurers to cover abortion coverage by arguing that doing so violates the First Amendment and 14th Amendment rights of its plaintiffs.

It also argues that the state is in violation of the Comstock Act, which criminalizes mailing abortion-related materials, because it requires health insurers to cover providers who send abortion medication in the mail.

This federal provision, which hasn’t been widely enforced against abortion providers in decades, has been discussed among anti-abortion activists and conservative politicians as one way to crack down on abortion access.

The lawsuit also relies on the Coats-Snowe Amendment and the Weldon Amendment, which prevent states that receive federal funding from discriminating against health care entities because they don’t provide abortions.

It was filed on behalf of six organizations and six individuals against Gov. JB Pritzker, Illinois Department of Insurance Director Ann Gillespie

and Attorney General Kwame Raoul.

“Gov. J.B. Pritzker and his administration are on an uncompromising campaign to transform the Land of Lincoln into the nation’s abortion capital,” said Peter Breen, Thomas More Society’s head of litigation, in a statement. “In doing so, they have shown little-to-no regard for the rights of those who believe that all human life is worth protecting.

“We are proud to represent this coalition of clients in challenging this unconscionable mandate. There’s no reason for pro-life individuals and organizations to be denied the option to choose an insurance policy that exempts them from covering others’ elective abortions.”

The plaintiffs involved in the lawsuit include three anti-abortion advocacy groups, a church, a private Christian school, a DuPage County machining business and six individuals.

The law at the center of the legal complaint, the Reproductive Health Act, passed in 2019 and was meant at the time as a protective measure ahead of the expected overturning of Roe v. Wade. It has been strengthened several times in the years since.

The legal complaint alleges the law forces Illinoisans “to choose between paying for other people’s elective abortions with their premiums or forgoing health insurance entirely.”

“ in doing so, they (Gov. JB pritzker and his administration) have shown little-to-no regard for the rights of those who believe that all human life is worth protecting.”

–Peter Breen, Thomas More Society’s head of litigation

“charges of hypocrisy” by offering insurance that covers behaviors they condemn. They argue this prevents them from being able to engage in “expressive association” as guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.

The Thomas More Society previously but unsuccessfully challenged Illinois’ abortion insurance requirements in state court on behalf of the Illinois Baptist State Association. In 2020, it sued the state’s Department of Insurance and Pritzker in another attempt to prevent them from enforcing the Reproductive Health Act.

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medical treatments, including abortion.

Sangamon County Circuit Court Judge Chris Perrin ruled in favor of the state in September of this year, noting that the claim in that case failed because the plaintiffs did not demonstrate that the Reproductive Health Act “imposes the type of coercive choice necessary to establish a substantial burden.”

State and federal law often rely on different legal standards, so whether a federal judge will reach the same conclusion is still untested. In the meantime, the Thomas More Society has filed an appeal in the state case.

At the time of the Sangamon County decision, Attorney General Kwame Raoul said it was “a win in a years-long fight that is by no means over.” On Nov. 20, he said that re-

mains true.

“And I remain steadfast in my commitment to protecting reproductive rights in the state of Illinois,” Raoul said in a statement.

Other abortion rights advocates reacted to the legal challenge with confidence that abortion access will prevail in the case.

Rep. Kelly Cassidy, D-Chicago, said the federal case was “a pathetic retread of a case that they lost.”

Cassidy was the chief sponsor of the Reproductive Health Act and is a longtime champion of abortion protections at the Statehouse.

“Fundamentally, without appropriate access, a right isn’t a right,” Cassidy said. “So this is fundamental to ensuring that we truly have an accessible system here in Illinois. If it’s only available to those who can afford it, it’s not a right.”

Oswego police detectives have concluded an eight-month investigation resulting in the arrest of 31-year-old Larry E. Foster of Lisle.

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The lawsuit equated that to a choice of struggling to recruit staff by not offering insurance on principal or subjecting themselves to

That lawsuit claimed the law violated the state’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act, which protects individuals’ right to freedom of religion, and the Illinois Health Care Right of Conscience Act, which allows doctors and other practitioners to conscientiously refuse to provide

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Come join in the festivities of the holiday season at Lexington Square. Our decorations are on full display and we’re excited to spread some holiday cheer! Join us for an afternoon featuring live music, delectable food and festive beverages while you socialize with friends and neighbors.

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It’s our favorite time of the year, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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It is alleged that Foster knowingly entered the residence of the victim without consent and committed a sexual assault. Foster is being charged with two counts of criminal sexual assault and one count of criminal trespass to residence.

On March 16, Oswego police began the investigation after a victim reported that an unknown male entered their residence and sexually assaulted them. The suspect left the residence prior to police arrival but surveillance video captured the suspect inside the residence. Detectives released still images to the public in an effort to identify the suspect. This attempt was unsuccessful.

However, forensic evidence recovered at the scene subsequently led to the identification of Foster as a suspect. It was further determined during the investigation that the victim was known to Foster.

The three felony charges were approved by the Kendall County State’s Attorney’s Office and on Nov. 22, a Kendall County Judge issued a warrant for Foster’s arrest.

On Saturday, Nov. 23, Oswego police apprehended Foster at his residence in Lisle at 6:24 a.m. without incident. Foster was taken into custody and transported to the Oswego Police Department, where he was booked and processed. Foster was later transported to the Kendall County Jail to await a pre-trial hearing.

Darien woman charged with hate crime

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Downers Grove Chief of Police

Michael DeVries have announced that a Darien woman has been charged with a hate crime following an incident at a Downers Grove Panera Bread.

Alexandra Szustakiewicz, 64, appeared in First Appearance Court and was charged with two counts of hate crime (Class 4 felony) and one count of misdemeanor disorderly conduct. In court, the state asked for conditions of pre-trial release including no contact with the victims and no entry to the Panera Bread where the incident allegedly occurred, which Judge Joshua Dieden granted.

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On Nov. 16, Downers Grove police responded to a call of a disturbance at the Panera Bread located in the 7000 block of Lemont Road.

Following an investigation into the matter, it is alleged that on Nov. 16 at approximately 11:58 a.m., Szustakiewicz was at the Panera Bread when she confronted and yelled expletives at a man regarding a sweat shirt he was wearing with the word Palestine written on it.

It is further alleged that Szustakiewicz attempted to hit a cell phone out of the hands of a woman who was with the man when the woman began videotaping the incident. According to the complaint filed against

TEDDY KOTARBA, 68

SUBMITTED PHOTO Rock Valley Publishing Teddy Kotarba

Teddy Kotarba, age 68, of Villa Park, passed away suddenly on Nov. 16, 2024.

Teddy was the dear husband of 18 years to Rochelle Kotarba; dear dad of Tina (Ben) Rohling and Kurtis Becci; adored grandpa of Sonya (Dom) Mathias and Gabriel Rohling; loving great grandpa of Rose Mathias; and loving son-in-law to the Hermann family. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Tom Kotarba and his parents, Theodore Sr. and Rose.

Teddy was a member of the United Steelworkers Local 7773 working as a steelworker. He was also an electrician.

Teddy was a member of several motorcycle clubs and loved to ride his Harley with friends. He was also an avid car collector and had raced a ’66 Pontiac GTO.

Teddy was a loving guy with a big heart. His quick wit and humor always brightened up the room.

Teddy dearly loved his family.

Visitation was held on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 2-6 p.m., with a Funeral Service at 2:30 p.m. at Brust Villa Park Funeral Home, 305 S. Princeton Ave., Villa Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the family would be appreciated.

Info www.brustfuneralhome.com or 630-834-6656.

Drop off cooking oil at post-Thanksgiving collection in Villa Park on Nov. 30

Are you planning on deep-frying your turkey in oil this Thanksgiving? What will you do with the cooking oil after Thanksgiving?

Did you know that fat, oil and grease can clog the pipes in your home and in our wastewater system?

Dispose of your cooking oil responsibly by dropping it off at the special cooking oil collection at the Salt Creek Sanitary District parking lot, 201 S. Route 83, Villa Park, on Saturday, Nov. 30, from 9 a.m. to noon.

The cooking oil that is collected

will be converted into bio-diesel.

All cooking oil must be dropped off in a sealed container. Containers will not be returned. Only vegetable-based oil will be collected and no bacon grease or other animal fats will be accepted.

This event is sponsored by the Salt Creek Sanitary District in partnership with the Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission, and SCARCE (School & Community Assistance for Recycling and Composting Education).

For more information, contact Bob Wagner at 630-484-8856.

Szustakiewicz, she allegedly “committed a hate crime by reason of perceived national origin” of the two victims. Officers took Szustakiewicz into custody the following day without incident.

“Every member of society, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation or any other individual characteristic, deserves to be treated with respect and civility,” Berlin said. “This type of behavior and the accompanying prejudice have no place in a civilized society and my office stands ready to file the appropriate charges in such cases.”

Szustakiewicz’s next court appearance is scheduled Dec. 16 for arraignment in front of Judge Mia McPherson.

G.M. Smith & Son Realtors, Villa Park Police Benevolent Association holding annual Holiday Food Drive through Dec. 13

G.M. Smith & Son Realtors and the Villa Park Police Benevolent Association are holding their annual Holiday Food Drive through Friday, Dec. 13. Donations will be distributed to local food pantries.

G.M. Smith & Son Realtors, located at 203 S. Villa Ave., Villa Park, will be accepting donations of non-perishable food items and household necessities through Dec. 13. The Villa Park Benevolent Association will be accepting donations at the Villa Park Jewel-Osco on Saturday, Dec. 7. All items donated will be delivered to local food pantries on Dec. 14.

Items needed include: canned or bagged beans, canned tuna or chicken, canned soups, stews, broth, chili, fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, jams and jellies, ketchup, mustard, relish, pickles, processed cheese, cereal, oatmeal, pasta, rice, mac and cheese, instant breakfasts, napkins, paper towels, toilet paper, milks (concensed, evaporated and powder), juices (100 percent), flour, flour-based mixes (bread, brownie and cake) diapers, baby wipes, soap, shampoo, conditioner and toothpaste. No glass containers please. For more information call 630834-2632.

CDC, DuPage County Health Department: Use antibiotics only when necessary

U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week was held Nov. 18-24, and DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) joins the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in advising patients and their families to use antibiotics only when necessary to reduce antibiotic resistance, help stop the spread of superbugs, and protect individuals from side effects of antibiotics.

This year’s theme for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week was “Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us.” CDC uses the One Health approach to fight antimicrobial resistance, which recognizes the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals, plants, and their shared environment.

During U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week and beyond, CDC and partners promote Be Antibiotics Aware, an educational effort to raise awareness about the importance of safe antibiotic use. The Be Antibiotics Aware initiative educates the public about when antibiotics are needed, when they are not, how to take antibiotics appropriately, and potential side effects of antibiotics. DCHD and CDC encourage everyone to:

• Know the facts about antibiotics. Antibiotics can save lives when a patient needs them. Antibiotics do not treat viruses, like those that cause colds, flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or COVID-19. Antibiotics are only needed for treating certain infections caused by bacteria such as strep throat, whooping cough (pertussis), and urinary tract infection (UTI).

When antibiotics aren’t needed, they won’t help you, and the side effects could still cause harm and lead to resistance.

• Ask your healthcare provider about the most appropriate treatment for you or your loved ones’ illness. o If antibiotics are not needed, ask about the best way to feel better while your body fights off the virus. Take antibiotics exactly as prescribed if they are needed.

• Talk with your healthcare provider if you have any questions about your antibiotic or develop any side effects, especially severe diarrhea.

• Do your best to stay healthy and keep others healthy by cleaning your hands by washing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol, covering your coughs and sneezes with a tissue, staying home when sick, seeking medical care if your symptoms persist/worsen, and getting recommended vaccines, such as the flu and COVID-19 vaccines.

Antibiotics aren’t always the answer. Everyone can help improve antibiotic use.

Improving the way we take antibiotics helps keep us healthy now, helps fight antimicrobial resistance, and ensures that these life-saving antibiotics will be available for future generations.

Patients, families, and healthcare professionals are encouraged to use the educational resources and learn more about Be Antibiotics Aware by visiting: https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/.

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Thanksgiving has its ups and downs

Thanksgiving is a day of gratitude, but it’s also so much more, not the least of which is food.

Oh my goodness, is there food! It is the start of the food season, also known as the holidays, where eating is akin to breathing and a variety of homemade cookies somehow become a staple in everyone’s pantry.

“Here, enjoy another spritz tree!”

Thanksgiving used to be the start of the whole holiday season, but we all know that date has been moved up significantly. I’m not one to argue against early celebrations. I think every day should be one. But starting the holidays on July 5 seems a bit like overkill.

Let’s at least give back-to-school and Halloween their due process, shall we?

I digress.

Thanksgiving is just around the corner. It is honestly one of my favorite holidays, but it does have its upsides and downsides.

An upside: Gratitude. We all need more of it in our lives. Having a day dedicated to simply being thankful is genius.

A downside: You’ve got to eat the huge meal around noon because that’s how Aunt Florence has always done it, and who wants to challenge tradition?

An upside: A traditional green bean casserole. Stuffing. Sweet potatoes. Mashed potatoes and gravy. All without counting calories.

A downside: Turkey contains tryptophan and that makes you sleepy after a big meal

The upside: An afternoon nap never felt so good.

An upside: Thanksgiving day itself is punctuated by football games—or Hallmark movies, depending on the makeup of your household. Either are good because they put you in the mood for holiday festivities.

A downside: You often have to spend the day with extended family and sometimes not everyone enjoys or likes their passive aggressive great-aunt Gertrude or flatulent uncle Frank.

An upside: Dessert. You’re too full but you eat it anyway.

By JILL PERTLER Columnist

A downside: Dessert. You’re too full but you eat it anyway.

An upside: Black Friday provides bargain opportunities galore!

A downside: Black Friday takes you away from family—the likes of great-aunt Gertrude, uncle Frank and aunt Florence—and puts your focus on the latest greatest Amazon deals (which none of us really needs anyway).

An upside: Leftovers! It’s a week when you feast on turkey on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. By Sunday you’re out of green beans, but there’s still stuffing. (Does that stuff self-replicate in the fridge?)

A downside: There is no downside to leftovers, unless you count the cranberry sauce, which might last until next July if you can’t find a good and creative use for it.

An upside: Thanksgiving is about spending time with people you love eating homemade comfort food.

A downside: The day only comes around once a year.

Thanksgiving originated in 1621 as a way to give thanks for blessings, which included a successful harvest. President Lincoln declared it a national holiday in 1863 to be celebrated on the last Thursday in November. Why he chose Thursday, I’m not sure. But it does give us one more upside. Thanksgiving becomes the one holiday that falls on a Thursday and is followed each year by three consecutive Sundays. Or at least it feels that way.

Am I the only one?

Enjoy. Practice gratitude. Have that extra piece of pie. Gobble, gobble.

Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright and author. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

Apprenticeships offer debt-free options as education and the workforce change

By Tim Drea and Danielle Sunley

National Apprenticeship Week celebrates its 10th anniversary from Nov. 17-23—a week dedicated to sharing the life-changing impact that registered apprenticeships have for jobseekers and employers alike. U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeships offer a debt-free pathway to a middle-class career, while advancing racial and gender equity.

Apprenticeships ensure that good jobs are not dependent on a college degree and strengthen our economy by developing a highly skilled workforce to meet the demands of changing industries. At a time when many Americans are questioning the

value of a four-year college degree, economic outcomes for young adults without a degree are improving and apprenticeships are a key reason why.

Apprenticeships are an arrangement in which a worker receives hands-on job training and technical instruction to excel in their desired career, while still earning a paycheck. Apprentices earn to learn, and programs vary in length, with many lasting up to six years depending on the occupation. At the end of a registered program, apprentices graduate and receive a nationally recognized certificate of completion as proof of their skills.

As the cost of higher education

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increases, we are seeing a demand for young people seeking pathways to good, union jobs across industries without the burden of student debt. Hannah Hill, a 26-year-old painter and treasurer of Painters Local Union 90, went to college to pursue a career in nursing but quickly questioned if she was suited for the field. Hill, like many young people faced with the burden of college debt, instead turned toward jobs that were not marketed to them in high school. National Apprenticeship Week offers us an opportunity to see more pathways to economic security. Apprenticeships can serve as the great

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Consider making a donation to The Outreach House on Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3

Thank you to everyone who has supported The Outreach House over the past years as we have grown our services to meet the increasing needs of our local community.

We depend on the generosity of individuals, corporations, foundations and community organizations to support us with financial donations that enable us to acquire food from the Northern Illinois Food Bank, purchase diapers and infant hygiene items through our membership with the National Diaper Bank Network, help guests with emergency financial help and cover our operating expenses.

As we continue to reach more and more people, we need your support for our Giving Tuesday campaign.

We are now serving more than 500 households each week, an increase in over 100 families since the same

time last year. Many families in our community continue to find it difficult to pay their essential bills, feed their families and keep their children healthy, safe and adequately clothed. We are privileged to be able to help them with the support of our donors and volunteers.

Giving Tuesday is one of our largest fundraisers and this year we have a goal of raising $40,000 on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Many donors respond favorably to the challenge of reaching a goal and having their donation matched by other generous supporters and this year we have received pledges of matches up to almost $15,000, including from The Ink Well, First Church of Lombard, Lombard Bank & Trust, Rotary Club of Lombard, Kiwanis Club of Villa Park-Lombard and a very generous anonymous match.

Watch for matching gifts going live in our Giving Tuesday campaign that will include our November newsletter, email notifications and social media posts leading up to the day and on Giving Tuesday.

Thank you to these generous donors for their matching donations!

Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram so you can follow our Giving Tuesday campaign.

Please consider supporting The Outreach House on Giving Tuesday this year, on Dec. 3 and help us reach our goal of $40,000 so we can continue supporting our community with healthy food, warm clothes, and clean diapers so all local families can stay safe and warm this winter.

Catherine Lynott Executive Director The Outreach House

Villa Park calling. I was an election judge at the Villa Park Library for both early voting and Election Day on Nov. 5. Congratulations to the DuPage County Board of Elections for their voting system and for their assistance when it was required. The system works very well. They were most helpful when we needed assistance getting someone through the voting process. As an 81-year-old combat veteran I really enjoyed watching the excitement of a first-time voter.

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I agree with the person on Aug. 1 who decried the new position of the tall clock that used to be at Park and St. Charles. I’m very glad that the planter was brought back, but I miss seeing the clock when I’m at Babcock’s Grove, or the farmers’ market, or driving down St. Charles. And the new position, next to the 7-Eleven sign, is just sad. It seems lost there and out of place. Is there any chance of bringing it back? Thanks.

Editor’s note: Your comments were submitted to the Village of Lombard, with the following response: “Thank you for sharing your thoughts about the relocation of the clock at Park and St. Charles. The decision to move the clock was made with several factors in mind, including urban design considerations and its visibility in the downtown area. The current location was selected to preserve the clock’s presence while complementing the surrounding space.”

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Earlier in the week I drove to my local convenience store for a few items. Entering the store I noticed two Villa Park police officers; I greeted them respectfully as I usually do when interacting with these gentlemen. I have noticed for several weeks a device on the patrol vehicles which intrigued

me; a horizontal squared metal beam, attached to the front bumper guard, set at an approximate angle of 20 degrees angled downward to the right side of the vehicle. Every time I saw this, I asked myself, “What is this?”

I asked one of the officers about this, and he explained that the device contained “stop strips,” used to disable a vehicle’s tires being pursued by police. He offered to show me about how it worked after I finished my business in the store. I agreed. We went outside. He demonstrated how the device works. We proceeded to have a very cordial and meaningful conversation, for about 10 minutes. He took the time to address my questions. He was very polite, agreeable to several of my concerns, and I left elated knowing that our police officers have our best interests in their minds.

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Regarding a letter in the Nov. 21 Lombardian from Mr. Berends in which he sarcastically refers to the Republicans as “stealing” the 2024 election and calls on Democrats to mobilize in January 2025 (making a snide reference to Jan. 6, 2021). How, sir, does that vitriolic hyperbole serve to begin bringing people together toward some kind of common ground? Is this what the next four years will be like—that the left-wing or even moderate liberals losing their stronghold, or should I say “stranglehold,” in Washington (certainly not lost here in DuPage County and Illinois) will keep poking the bear, resisting at every turn with a “no” vote on anything the Republicans propose? The Democrats are the party of the people? Yet we are the same people who decided that voting for an admittedly terrible choice in Donald Trump was a less-horrible alternative than four more years of this ultra-progressive administration that was spending taxpayers’ money on

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allowing illegals entry into the United States and giving them free stuff, instead of helping our own people in need; and also being poised to spend it to forgive student loans. If that doesn’t send a message, I don’t know what does.

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This is Lombard calling. I woke up this morning for the first major snow of the season and I was pleasantly surprised that the streets of Lombard, including my side street, and already been plowed by the snow plows. That was one less thing I had to worry about while I was cleaning my car off, which took me about 10 minutes, but the Village of Lombard deserves a big thumbs up for taking care of the snow problem right away. Thank you. I guess my tax dollars are paying for services in these conditions.

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So Illinois lawmakers are going to hunker down and face the projected budget deficit? Where is all this money going? How much is earmarked for spending on illegal immigrants, overlapping/redundant departments, etc., and how long before we as taxpayers have to cough up more money? Between spending cuts and raising taxes, gee, I wonder which side the scale will be imbalanced on. The Democrats in charge seem to think taxpayers are their money trees, so this needs to stop. Our Republican legislators, while in the minority, need to be the squeaky wheel that gets the grease and speak loudly and often to keep the spending in check. The governor is proposing to spend $1 billion on illegal immigrants? Don’t get me wrong, I understand helping others, but am of the “hand up, not handout” philosophy. We, the taxpayers, are funding that and we should be outraged. Write or call your legislators. Oh, wait, they are almost all Democrats, so you would be talking to the hand.

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The District 87 superintendent wrote an essay on school safety, but after all is said and done, a student still managed to get a handgun into the building. Is it going to take metal detectors or pat-downs and backpack searches to keep contraband out of the schools? Armed officers? And the PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) “proactive” approach he talks about has been around for a long time in the school systems, but how’s that been working out? Some students still feel bullied or marginalized to the point where they consider committing violent acts toward the perceived source—fellow classmates. I remember when the Character Counts! initiative was the latest “social, emotional” craze, and you rarely, if ever, hear about that anymore. And don’t forget, sometimes the students who resort to violence don’t think they have a problem, so they don’t ask for help. They see the other students as the problem, and from my experience with having a bullied child, young people can be quite cruel. Some kids can handle it better than others. That’s where the teachers and staff who interact with them in the classroom can watch for signs of anxiety, depression, even violent streaks. That is taking a proactive approach; but just one more thing to pile on to today’s teachers.

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Can’t the Capitol News Illinois crew stick to factual reporting? Did anyone read the recent story (Nov. 7, page 14)

about an alleged rise in hate crimes in Illinois? The author claims there is a “severe increase in hate crime throughout the state.” Sorry, I’m not buying that. The author never mentions the famous hoax perpetrated by Jussie Smollett in Chicago. There have been several other hate-crime hoaxes in the state. Has Capitol News Illinois covered the increase in actual crime (retail theft, car theft, identity theft)? Will it do a story about the Chicago police officer, Enrique Martinez, who was recently murdered? Probably not. It’s no wonder people are tuning out of traditional media like Capitol News Illinois that provide slanted news that pushes a particular agenda. * * *

Perhaps we can find a way to make Thanksgiving a little easier for families on both sides of the aisle. Following a heated discussion with a colleague, I realized that she has an entirely different set of facts from her news source than I do from mine. So I ask, what do you use to fact check and are you willing to see if you are being lied to? I use ChatGPT and asked for factchecked news sources both sides could rely on. As a former news reporter, I wholeheartedly agree with AP News or Associated Press. Also mentioned were Reuters, NPR, BBC News and WSJ. Feel free to fact check any of these sources to see if FEMA is doing its job, if immigrants are eating pets, how many immigrants, legally seeking asylum, are crossing the border daily. I challenge you to seek the truth, and look for peace with your family, friends and neighbors. Because a year from now, we will have to settle on one president for Thanksgiving. And give thanks for each other and a free and fair election. And a Bears win. When you are voting, please respect your election workers, whose hard work cannot be underappreciated.

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I’ve got a message for the Democrats. You’re talking about illegals, that people don’t want to support them and everything. Here’s a great idea. Pritzker, Brandon Johnson and all the rest of you Democrats, if you’re so worried about the illegals having some place to live, bring them into your house! Bring a family or two. And I bet you they’re going to say no or come up with an excuse. I just watched something on YouTube about a lady going around asking people in California if they would house illegals. They’re all for immigration, but none of them would let them into their house. Why is that? You want immigration, but when it comes to your backyard, you don’t want it. That’s a Democrat for you. That’s a liberal.

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Hello Lombard, we live in a state with some of the highest property taxes in the country. We live in a state with some of the highest gas taxes in the country. We live in the most corrupt state in the country with the most governors going to prison. For a governor, we have a trust fund baby and every one of our sports teams stink. Tell me again, why do I live here? Have a great day.

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Hi, Lombard calling and I’ve read in Speak Out that many people are worried and concerned about why 7-Eleven has closed so many places in the Lombard and Villa Park area in the past two to three months. All I can say is for the prices they charge, I

don’t know if it’s actually a bad thing to have businesses such as this, and their extreme high prices, gone. I think it’s a good thing. 7-Eleven probably closed because people quit going to the high-inflation prices of the 7-Eleven Corporation, a Japanese-owned globalist company.

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I was just watching the news the other day and I saw all these people go against Mayor Brandon Johnson in the city for the migrant issue. Then I watched our loving Gov. Pritzker say that he’s some kind of warrior for the migrant issue. Did anybody ever notice how many people in the state of Illinois voted for Trump? Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. Pritzker, you’re next on the list to be fired. And I believe the state’s going to go red like the rest of the country, because we’re fed up with the Democrats giving away money and giving away everything. That’s why we can’t afford food. We can’t afford groceries. We can’t afford taxes. But the Democrats, you just don’t understand. Well, when you’re out of office, you’re out of both houses and you’re out of the presidency, maybe you’ll get the picture.

I have supported Ukraine ever since the Russian invasion, but I’m really getting tired of the Ukrainian President Zelensky. Zelensky told Biden and Congress he had a plan for victory when he was here a few months ago. What is his plan? Are Ukrainian troops going to march into Moscow? We still don’t know what his plan is. This war is a stalemate. One more thing: why did Biden give Ukraine permission to fire long range missiles deep into Russia two months before he leaves office? I think it’s an irresponsible and foolish mistake. Putin has updated the Russian nuclear doctrine because of this. Do Biden and Zelensky really want to call his bluff?

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Happy 100th birthday!

Lorraine Gluth, a member of the Active Older Adults (AOA) class at the Madison Meadow Athletic Center (MMAC), was given a birthday party in honor of her 100th birthday on Thursday, Nov. 21. In one photo (above), the Strum Chums ukulele group leads guests in a special birthday song for Gluth (back row, center). Also pictured (below, far right) is AOA instructor Lou Ann Cvatal, M.S. R.D., LDN, a dietitian, personal trainer and exercise physiologist, leading the class members in the “Hokey Pokey.” Class member Nancy Stewart said of Gluth that “She’s my role model. If you stop moving, you stop.” Gluth said she enjoys the class because of “the people here,” and her advice at 100 is simply “Keep moving.” The AOA class meets Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, and has members from their mid 50s to 90s. Visit lombardparks.com for more information.

GPS, partners to host panel discussion

The GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families, along with the Equity and Inclusion Committee (EIC), Glenbard Bilingual Parent Advisory Council (B-PAC) and Families United in Support of Excellence for all, especially students that identify as African American, Black or biracial (FUSE) will present “First a Dream: Find Your Future” at College Night.

This program will be presented at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, via Zoom. Go to https://gpsparentseries.org for a link to the program offered in English or Spanish.

The presence of a loving adult is crucial to a high school student’s

commitment to academics and lifelong success. This presentation will focus on helping families navigate the steps involved in career and college planning, as well as information on paying for college.

Participants will learn strategies to support academic goals and the progression to higher education. The esteemed panel of educational leaders includes Susanna Melón, assistant director for student services, English learners and equity; and Timothy Fields, senior associate dean in undergraduate admission at Emory University and author of “The Black Family’s Guide to College Admis-

Two Montini Catholic seniors earn College Board National Recognition

Montini Catholic seniors Josh Brunke of Lombard and Matthew Silveyra were recently named AP Scholar with Honor (Josh) and AP Scholar with Distinction (Matthew), have earned additional academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Program.

These National Recognition Programs grant students with academic honors that can be included on college and scholarship applications and connect students with universities across the country, helping them meaningfully connect to colleges and stand out during the admissions process.

Colleges and scholarship programs identify students awarded National African American, Hispanic, Indigenous and/or Rural/Small Town Recognition through College Board’s Student Search Service. Many colleges intentionally recruit awardees through College Board’s Student Search Service.

Students who are eligible for National Recognition have earned a GPA of 3.3 or higher and have excelled on the Fall 2023 PSAT/ NMSQT or PSAT 10 and scored in

the top 10 percent of test takers from the award program in Illinois; or earned a score of 3+ on two or more distinct AP Exams in the ninth and/or 10th grade; and are first-generation African American or Black, Hispanic or Latino, Indigenous or Native and/ or attend school in a rural area or small town.

“We want to honor the hard work of these students through the College Board National Recognition Programs. This program creates a way for colleges and scholarship programs to connect directly with underrepresented students who they are hoping to reach,” said Tarlin Ray, College Board senior vice president of Big Future. “We hope the award winners and their families celebrate this prestigious honor and it helps them plan for their big future.”

“Congratulations to Josh and Matthew on this impressive academic achievement,” said Principal Chris Tiritilli. “Not only are they deserving of this award due to their hard work and dedication to their academics, but this accomplishment will also help both students stand out during the college application process.”

Community Needs Survey now open to the community

sions.”

Continuing professional development units are available for this program. For further information contact Luz Luna at luz_luna@glenbard. org or 630-942-7447 or Gilda Ross, Glenbard District 87 Community and Student Projects Coordinator at 630942-7668 or gilda_ross@glenbard. org.

To be placed on a reminder list for GPS events or submit a question in advance, contact Gilda Ross, Glenbard District 87 student and community projects coordinator, at gilda_ ross@glenbard.org or 630-942-7668.

The Community Needs Assessment Survey is now open to the community. This year, the Lombard Park District is engaging with the community to update the comprehensive and strategic plan. Your feedback is essential to creating a Park District that evolves with the community and its changing needs.

To shape its priorities, the park district is conducting a community needs assessment survey to collect direct feedback about park district parks, facilities, programs, and services, as well as strengths and areas for improvement. This survey will take approximately 12-15 minutes, and respondents will remain anonymous.

A key component of planning the park district’s future is having feedback from the whole community, including non-park and nonprogram users. Regardless of your current involvement with the park district’s facilities and programs, we urge you to take the survey and let us know your thoughts. The feedback gathered will guide park district planning for years to come.

To complete the survey, visit https://lombardparks.com/level-uplombard-parks-2/. If you have questions or for more information, email levelup@lombardparks.com or call 630-620-7322.

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Joshua Brunke of Lombard (left) and Matthew Silveyra (right) are pictured with Montini Catholic Principal Chris Tiritilli (center).

State Democrats brace for second Trump administration amid return to Springfield

Leaders ponder options ahead of

Jan. 20 inauguration

By Peter Hancock CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS

During Donald Trump’s first term as president, Gov. JB Pritzker and Democrats in the Illinois General Assembly spent much of their time enacting laws and policies in direct opposition to the conservative agenda they saw coming from the White House.

Those included the 2019 Reproductive Health Act that declared abortion access to be a “fundamental right” under state law, which lawmakers passed in anticipation that a conservative Supreme Court would eventually overturn Roe v. Wade.

It also included numerous head-tohead confrontations with the Trump administration during the COVID-19 pandemic, when Pritzker was ordering public health measures aimed at preventing the spread of the disease while openly criticizing Trump for refusing to do the same.

Now, as Trump prepares to take office again, Pritzker and Democratic leaders are bracing themselves for another round of conflict with

Coming events

Single Mothers Support Group to meet Dec. 8

SHE Single Mothers Support Group Christmas Event on Sunday, Dec. 8, 12:15 p.m., at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W. Brush Hill Road. We offer a complimentary lunch for all who attend, free child care (ages infants -12 years). Join us for fun, food and fellowship as we celebrate the birth of Jesus. RSVP to elmhurstcrc.org/she.

Festival of Lessons and Carols Dec. 6

The annual Elmhurst University Festival of Lessons and Carols will

the White House while planning for legislation and policies to blunt the potential impact of a second Trump administration.

“Over the years ahead, we’ll do more than just protect against the possible reversion to an agenda that threatens to take us backward,”

Pritzker said at a Nov. 7 post-election news conference. “We will continue to advance a positive, productive and inclusive agenda of our own, one that brings opportunity to Illinois and helps uplift the nation as a whole.”

Recently, Pritzker and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, also a Democrat, announced the formation of Governors Safeguarding Democracy, a coalition they say will focus on protecting against “the dangers of authoritarianism and the undermining” of state-level institutions.

That announcement came as lawmakers were convening at the Statehouse for the start of their scheduled two-week fall veto session.

Speaking with reporters, Pritzker said he does not yet have a list of specific measures he wants lawmakers to consider immediately, but that some sort of action could come as early as January, before Trump is sworn into office.

“I haven’t heard anything that has

to be addressed right now during this veto session,” he said. “Having said that there is time to be able to do that before the Jan. 20 inauguration.”

Likewise, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, said Tuesday, the opening day of the veto session, that it was still too early to know exactly what Trump plans to do in his first few days or how the state should respond. But he said Trump’s record during his first term in office, as well as statements he made during the campaign, offer clues about some of the issues that will be important in Illinois.

“We have to be prepared to continue to defend our values as Illinoisans and do the things that we know how to do to protect workers, protect women, protect LGBTQ-plus communities, immigrant communities,” Welch said.

Welch also pointed to some of the early moves Trump has made since winning the election as signals about the issues Illinois lawmakers will confront. Those include promises to launch mass deportations of immigrants, suggestions from advisors about eliminating federal employee labor unions, and the naming of former Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin to head the Environmental Protection Agency.

“He appointed a former congressman to be head of the EPA who has a 14% record on good environmental legislation,” Welch said. “We have to be concerned about immigration. This country was made and built on immigration. … We have to be concerned with workers’ rights.”

Legislative Republicans, meanwhile, argued that Trump won the election because voters were more concerned about bread-and-butter issues like inflation and the economy.

Citing a recent report showing the state facing a potential $3.2 billion budget deficit in the upcoming fiscal year, GOP leaders said Illinois would be better served if Democrats who control the General Assembly focused more on the state’s own financial condition and less on drawing battle lines with the Trump administration.

“Voters throughout this country have sent a clear message in the last election that they want elected officials to focus on making life more affordable for American families,”

Senate Republican Leader John Curran, of Downers Grove, said during a news conference.”

He said the task will be more challenging in Illinois due to the impending deficit.

“This budget deficit really is a product of Gov. Pritzker and his allies’, year over year, gluttonous appetite for more spending,” Curran said.

While Democrats have said they are prepared to tackle the deficit, they didn’t give specifics. Sen. Elgie Sims, D-Chicago, who spearheads the budget process in the Senate, told Capitol News Illinois this week there haven’t been any discussions of raising taxes.

Welch acknowledged that Trump will come into office in January with more of a mandate than he had after the 2016 election, when he won a majority of electoral votes but lost the popular vote to Democrat Hillary Clinton.

“The American people did speak, and if you believe in democracy, you have to accept the results of the election,” he said.

“But we didn’t elect a dictator. We elected a president of the United States who has to follow the Constitution of the United States. … That Constitution respects people’s fundamental freedoms. That Constitution protects individual rights. That Constitution protects everyone across this country, not just some people, and we have to make sure that he doesn’t go too far.”

take place on Friday, Dec. 6, in Hammerschmidt Memorial Chapel (190 Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, elmhurst. edu/campusmap). The University will offer two Lessons and Carols services, at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., to accommodate the popularity of the event. Doors will open half an hour before each start time. For those who are unable to attend in person, the 7 p.m. service will be livestreamed at elmhurst.edu/bluejaytv. The event is free and all are welcome.

Winter gear drive

To help keep our neighbors warm, the office of state Rep. Terra

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equalizer in our economy. The biggest employee benefit may be earning from day one, and for employers, they can help close the skills gap, reduce hiring costs and increase employee retention.

Illinois is poised for growth in apprenticeship programs across industries, with more than 400 registered apprenticeship programs spanning construction and building trades, hospitality and culinary arts, and mechanic and machinery fields. As the job market for those with four-year college degrees continues to tighten, more and more young people are looking for debt-free pathways into a career.

The Illinois General Assembly first introduced the Apprenticeship Act in 1819, and in the past decade has reaffirmed its commitment to providing pathways for all workers. This past year, we saw an $18 million investment for Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship programs across the state, and the launch of the Climate Works Pre-Apprenticeship program to train underserved residents for careers in

the clean energy sector. In the construction industry, we see an annual investment of $136 million for worker skills development, and significant returns on every dollar invested.

Programs like these show us that there are many paths toward the American Dream, and increasingly, young workers are making the leap from the college campus to the apprenticeship campus. In the construction workforce, workers receive 27 percent more training than curriculum hours when compared to a bachelor’s degree, a model that can be built upon as employers consider expanding apprenticeships into other industries.

We have made significant strides over the past 10 years, and Illinois’ investment in pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs has led to its top ranking in workforce development. In fact, we rank number one in the Midwest.

The commitment to examine the future we are creating for young people entering the workforce is leading many of us to rethink college as the

Costa Howard is hosting a Winter Gear Drive through Dec. 16 for students in need and their families. We’ll be collecting winter coats, gloves, boots, snow pants and hats to donate to local school districts. Children’s winter boots sizes 1 to 7, women’s 2XL coats, men’s small coats and hats and gloves of all sizes are particularly needed. To schedule a time to drop off donations or schedule a porch pick-up, please email reptch42@gmail.com or call 630-812-9292.

You can also donate through our Amazon Wishlist and through Target.

only path to good wages. Instead, we are reframing “success” as a diverse economy that works for all, whether you have a college degree or graduated from a registered apprenticeship program. A family sustaining wage, secure retirement, health care and job safety are things that all workers deserve.

A college degree can pay off for the careers that truly need it, but it’s not the only educational option that can lead to a rewarding career. Whether you are just entering the job market or are beginning a career transition, the apprenticeship model can offer something for everyone. When we invest in our entire education system, including apprenticeships, we are committing to the future of our communities and workforce.

Tim Drea is president of Illinois AFL-CIO. Danielle Sunley is a journeyperson level plumbing BIM/modeler and part-time apprenticeship instructor with United Association of Plumbers, Steamfitters and HVACR, Local 137.

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Distributing Thanksgiving meals

On Wednesday, Nov. 20, the York Township Food Pantry distributed over 100 meals to clients in need for the holiday season. Registered clients received a box with all the fixings and a turkey to complete their Thanksgiving feast. Montini Catholic High School students and staff helped with the distribution. Township Supervisor John W. Valle said, “Thank you to Campus Minister Mike Blanchette and the Montini students for their helpful hands and hard work. We are grateful to have such supportive partners assisting us alleviate hunger in York Township.”

Judge orders detention for student accused of bringing loaded gun to Hinsdale South High School

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Darien Chief of Police Greg Thomas have announced that a 16-year-old male Hinsdale South High School student from Willowbrook has been accused of bringing a loaded gun to school.

The juvenile appeared at a detention hearing where Judge Chantelle Porter ordered that he be detained until at least his next court appearance. He has been charged with one count of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon in public—school (Class 3 felony) and one count of unlawful possession of a firearm—under 18 (Class 4 felony).

On Nov, 21, authorities at Hin-

sdale South received information that a student had allegedly brought a loaded firearm, later identified as a 9mm Taurus GX-4 handgun, to the school. Through the course of their investigation, the juvenile was located later that day at the school and taken into custody without incident. He was transported to the Darien Police Department for questioning.

“ My office takes any sign of potential violence involving a school very seriously.”

– Robert Berlin, DuPage County State’s Attorney

Police

The Villa Park Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Juveniles age 17 or younger are not named.

Nov. 19

A complainant in the 500 block of W. Division reported that a suspect battered them, but no one wished to sign complaints.

A 17-year-old male juvenile was charged with domestic battery in the 500 block of N. Iowa at 11:19 p.m.

A complainant in the 1300 block of S. Villa reported that a suspect battered them, but no one wished to sign complaints.

A complainant in the 900 block of S. Route 83 reported they were part of a road rage incident and were alarmed and disturbed by the suspect. The complainant did not wish to sign complaints.

Nov. 18

A complainant in the 500 block of E. Princeton reported their mail had been tampered with.

A complainant at a store in the 100 block of W. Roosevelt reported that a suspect removed items from display shelves, left without paying and battered the complainant in the process.

Nov. 17

A complainant in the 300 block of N. Yale reported that an unknown suspect threw a piece of asphalt at

the complainant’s vehicle, damaging the windshield.

Nov. 16

A complainant in the 900 block of S. Route 83 reported their vehicle’s windshield was damaged by a golf ball.

Nov. 15

A complainant in the 200 block of S. Villa reported their vehicle’s rims were stolen.

Nov. 14

Thomas Edward Whitlock, 40, of Rockford, was charged with two counts of burglary/aggravated battery—specific persons and obstructing a police officer, firefighter or correctional employee in the 100 block of W. Home at 12:14 p.m. Police said William J. Flynn, 38, of Addison, was issued an in-jurisdiction warrant in the 100 block of W. Home at 12:14 p.m. Police said Robin L. Rogers, 35, of Batavia, was issued an in-jurisdiction warrant in the 300 block of W. St. Charles at 12:17 p.m.

A complainant in the 1-100 block of N. Bierman reported that an unknown suspect removed a package from their front porch.

A complainant in the 100 block of W. Home reported that a subject made a comment that alarmed them.

Identity theft, fraud

According to information provided by the Villa Park Police Department, police reported two incidents of identity theft or fraud in the village between Nov. 13 and Nov. 19.

Court grants state’s motion to detain second West Chicago teen charged with two counts of first degree murder

“There is absolutely no reason whatsoever for a 16-year-old boy to be in possession of a loaded firearm, particularly at a school, as alleged in this case,” Berlin said. “My office takes any sign of potential violence involving a school very seriously. We are fully committed to the safety of our students, staff and school visitors and anyone suspected of the type of behavior alleged in this case will be thoroughly investigated and charged accordingly.”

The juvenile’s next court appearance is scheduled for Dec. 2 in front of Judge Porter.

Support DuPage Forest Preserves

on GivingTuesday and double your gift

Matching gifts on Dec. 3 benefit nature, wildlife, and conservation efforts

DuPage County residents are encouraged to keep their GivingTuesday donations local by supporting DuPage forest preserves on Dec. 3.

Board members from the Friends of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, will match every donation dollar-for-dollar, doubling contributions to support wildlife and natural areas across the county. From Dec. 3 through Dec. 31, donations made to the Friends will be matched up to $13,800 thanks to the commitment and generosity of the foundation’s volunteer board of directors.

These funds will help care for injured wildlife, restore local habitats, and expand conservation efforts countywide.

To contribute, donors may give online at dupageforest.org/friends or mail a check payable to Friends of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County at 3S580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, IL 60189. In addition to supporting ongoing habitat restoration, this year the Friends is helping fund construction of the DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center in Glen Ellyn. The new center, slated to reopen in summer 2025, will provide veteri-

nary care and treatment to injured wildlife. During construction, the existing center has continued treating wildlife patients, with more than 10,500 admissions this year alone.

Donations to the Friends have also supported habitat restoration at preserves like Churchill Woods Forest Preserve in Glen Ellyn and West Chicago Prairie Forest Preserve in West Chicago.

For more information about the Friends, contact the Forest Preserve District’s Partnership & Philanthropy team at 630-871-6400 or fundraising@dupageforest.org.

DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin and West Chicago Chief of Police Colin Fleury have announced that Judge Joshua Dieden has granted the state’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a West Chicago teen accused in the shooting death of two individuals on Nov. 9.

Ivan Ramirez, 18, appeared in First Appearance Court and was charged with two counts of first degree murder and one count of attempt armed robbery with a firearm (Class 1 felony).

On Nov. 12, Ramirez’s codefendant Xavier Arevalo, 17, who is charged as an adult, appeared in First Appearance Court where he was ordered detained pre-trial. Arevalo is facing identical charges.

On Nov. 9 at approximately 6:14 p.m., West Chicago police officers responded to a call of a disturbance in the 700 block of W. Forest Avenue. Upon their arrival, officers observed a green Honda Civic with the driver’s side door ajar. Upon inspection of the Honda, officers found two deceased individuals, later identified as Alejandro Rios and Antonio Delgado in the car. Both men suffered apparent gunshots to their faces and chests.

Officers also found two loaded firearms and several boxes of THC cartridges within the vehicle. Following an investigation into the shootings, it

is alleged that Arevalo and Ramirez arranged to meet Rios and Delgado to purchase more than $1,000 worth of THC cartridges.

It is alleged that the victims arrived at the W. Forest Avenue location in the Honda and that Arevalo and Ramirez approached the car. It is further alleged that Arevalo entered the front passenger’s seat of the Honda and Ramirez entered the rear driver’s side seat of the car. It is alleged that Ramirez told the victims, who were both armed, that this was a robbery. It is further alleged that Ramirez fired his weapon and that Arevalo shot Rios in the head and chest and shot Delgado in the chest multiple times. It is alleged that after the shootings, Arevalo and Ramirez fled the scene on foot. A short time later, officers received information regarding a gunshot victim at a local hospital, later determined to be Ramirez. Officers arrived at the hospital where they took Arevalo into custody without incident. Ramirez was released from the hospital several days later and taken into custody. Ramirez’s next court date is scheduled for Dec. 16 for arraignment while Arevalo’s next court appearance is scheduled for Dec. 9 for arraignment. Both defendants’ cases will be heard in front of Judge Brian Telander.

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Coming events

Altar’d State to donate to The Outreach House

The Altar’d State store in Oak Brook will sponsor The Outreach House by donating 10% of its net sales from every Monday now through Feb. 1, 2025. At the end of this period, a check will be issued to the store which will be delivered to the organization.

Lombard Historical Society events

Shop Local and Save: Mark your calendars for Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday for special sale offers at our gift shop the Lilac Emporium. Support the Lombard Historical Society while finding unique gifts for

Obituaries

RUDOLPH A. BIANCHI, 80

Rudolph A. Bianchi, 80, of Villa Park, died Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. Funeral Services were on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, from Brust Funeral Home to Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment followed at All Saints Cemetery, Des Plaines. Info: www.brustfuneralhome.com or 888-629-0094.

JOYCE J. TURYNA, 93

Joyce J. Turyna, nee Moses, age 93, of Lombard for over 60 years, passed away November 19, 2024.

Joyce was the beloved wife of over 60 years of the late Joseph J., whom she loved dearly; dear mom of Scott Turyna, Brad and the late Rory (the late Diane); loving grandma of Scott (Lisa) Turyna, Jr., Joshua Turyna, Danielle Turyna, Ryan (Lindsey) Turyna, Brad (Jaimie) Turyna Jr., Jacqueline Turyna and the late Kellie; adored great grandma of Ella, Rhys, Miles, Lily, Lucy, Jovie, and Ariel; and aunt, cousin and relative of many.

She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph; her son, Rory (the late Diane); her granddaughter, Kellie; her siblings, Linda, George, Russell, Gwen and Billie; her beloved brother-in-law, Fred Forrester; and her dad, Isham Russell and beloved mom, Mary Emma (nee Bunch) Moses. She treasured her late dog, Sammy, who was treated as one of the family.

She was proud of her career with Vienna Beef but was most proud of her time spent caring for and loving her 7 grandchildren.

Joyce was the proud, and strongwilled, Matriarch of her family –they were her everything.

Joyce loved cooking and enjoyed baking. She was an animal lover and enjoyed spending time with the whole family at the family lake house in Edgerton, Wisconsin.

Joyce was a faithful Christian and looked forward to being reunited with many loved ones in heaven.

Funeral Services were held on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard. Interment followed at Mount Emblem Cemetery, Elmhurst. Donations in Joyce’s memory may be made to Feed My Starving Children, 401 93rd Ave NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433.

Info: www.brustfuneralhome.com.

your loved ones. Giving Tuesday – Help Us Reach

Our Goal: This year, we’re kicking off our End-of-Year Giving Campaign with Giving Tuesday on December 3. Every dollar you give through GiveButter will be matched up to $500! Your generosity helps us continue to do the work that we do at LHS.

Member Holiday Party Dec. 14:

Join us on Thursday, Dec. 14, for our festive Members Holiday Party. Visit lombardhistory.org for more information.

Toy drive collections

The office of state Rep. Terra Costa Howard is collecting donations of new toys (unwrapped), sports equipment, formula, wipes and diapers for the Lombard Fire Department’s Toy Drive and Parade now through Dec. 13. Donations will benefit Toy Express and Teen Parent Connection. To schedule a time to drop off donations or a porch pick-up, you can

email reptch42@gmail.com or call 630-812-9292. You can also donate through our Amazon Wishlist here. For more information, you can visit ww.villageoflombard.org//CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=851.

‘Beyond the Blues Brothers’ at Plum Library

Mon, Dec. 2, at 6 p.m. Celebrate the 1980 movie The Blues Brothers as you explore its back stories, mix of Hollywood genres, and impact on Chicago-based filmmaking. Register at helenplum.org or by calling (630) 627-0316.

Glenbard South ‘It’s a Wonderful Life; A Live Radio Play’

Join Glenbard South High School for “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” adapted by Joe Landry, based on the story, “The Greatest Gift” by Philip Van Doren Stern. Performances will be Dec. 6 and 7 at 7:30

NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE FOR LOMBARD SCHOOL DISTRICT 44

I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for Lombard School District 44 will be held on December 10th, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at Park View Elementary School, 341 North Elizabeth Street, Lombard, IL 60148.

Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Dr. Theodore Stec, Superintendent, at 150 W. Madison Street, Lombard, Illinois, phone: (630) 827-4400.

II. The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended or abated for the year 2023 were $55,868,565.26.

The proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for the year 2024 are $59,858,000. This represents 7.14 percent increase over the previous year.

III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public commission leases for the year 2023 were $1,172,284.35.

The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases for the year 2024 are $1,152,143. This represents a -1.72 percent from the previous year.

IV. The total property taxes extended or abated for the year 2023 were $57,040,849.61. The estimated total property taxes to be levied for the year 2024 are $61,010,143. This represents a 6.96 percent increase over the previous year.

(Published in The Lombardian

p.m. and Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. All seats are $10 general admission. Tickets in advance at https://glenbardsouthhs. seatyourself.biz/ or at the door. Cash/ check will be accepted at the door. Credit card purchases must be made in advance via the website. For any accessibility or special seating needs please contact Jessica Keuth-Rahtjen at 630-942-6754 or via email at jessica_keuth-rahtjen@glenbard.org.

Lombard Service League Luncheon Dec. 1

“Glitter and Sparkle” is the name for this year’s Dec. 1 luncheon, sponsored by Lombard Service League at Carlisle Banquets. Cocktails and raffle viewing will begin at 11 a.m. The luncheon will begin at noon. A live auction, wine pulls, raffles and split-the-pot proceeds

will be used to provide scholarships for Glenbard East and Willowbrook high school students and local charities. Tickets are $45 each and reservations may be made by calling Patty Lindstrom, 630-450-7863.

St. Nick’s Mart at Villa Park Library Dec. 7 Join the Friends of the Villa Park Library and local businesses for a night of fun on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 5-8 p m at the Villa Park Public Library. You will be able to purchase a variety of merchandise from vendors, enjoy light refreshments, and participate in door prize drawings. This is a free, family-friendly event. Admission is free. For more information, visit the library’s website at www.vppl.info or call

630-834-1164.

PUZZLE Page

SUDOKU

Fun by the Numbers

Like puzzles? Then you’ll love sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test! Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

CLUES ACROSS

1. Long piece of squared timber

5. Emaciation

10. “Bewitched” boss Larry

14. Combining form meaning “different”

15. Current unit equal to 10 amperes

16. Older

17. Large, stocky lizard

18. Ringworm

19. Actor Pitt

20. Indian hand clash cymbals

22. Data at rest

23. Jeweled headdress

24. Indicators of when stories were written

27. Check

30. Cigarette (slang)

31. Arctic explorers (abbr.)

32. Yearly tonnage (abbr.)

35. Delivered a speech

37. A place to bathe

38. Postmen deliver it

39. Surface in geometry

40. More (Spanish)

41. __ and Venzetti

42. Exclamation at the end of a

prayer

43. Hawaiian dish

44. Aggressively proud men

45. Fellow

46. Mark Wahlberg comedy

47. Mock

48. When you expect to get somewhere

49. Songs

52. Pair of small hand drums

55. Play

56. Sword

60. Evergreens and shrubs genus

61. Filmed

63. Italian Seaport

64. Ancient kingdom near Dead

Sea

65. Pores in a leaf

66. U. of Miami mascot is one

67. Snakelike fishes

68. Pretended to be

69. Body part

CLUES DOWN

1. Piece of felted material

2. Ancient Greek City

3. Aquatic plant

4. Potentially harmful fungus (Brit. sp.)

5. Body art (slang)

6. One who follows the rules

7. Ordinary

8. Honorably retired from assigned duties and retaining one’s title

9. Relaxing space 10. Japanese socks 11. Indian city

12. Rip

13. Icelandic book

21. Satisfies

23. Where golfers begin

25. Small amount

26. Snag

27. Determine the sum of

28. A distinctive smell 29. Exposed to view 32. Stain or blemish 33. Small loop in embroidery

34. River herring genus

36. Large beer

37. Deep, red-brown sea bream

38. Partner to cheese

40. At a deliberate pace

41. Gurus

43. Of each

44. Angry

46. Popular beverage

47. Flower cluster

49. Blocks

50. Those who benefitted from efforts of relatives (slang)

51. Polio vaccine developer

52. A (usually) large and scholarly book

53. Popular soap ingredient

54. NBAer Bradley

57. Popular movie about a pig

58. Musician Clapton

59. Not a sure thing

61. Recipe measurement (abbr.)

62. Father

State-funded electric vehicle chargers

open in Joliet, thousands more to come

Growth of chargers lags rate of EV adoption; overall EV registrations slow in 2024

By Andrew Adams Capitol news illinois

With nearly half a million dollars of state funding, a new electric vehicle charging station opened in Joliet on Nov. 18. It is the first of hundreds of charging stations set to be installed in the next 18 months as part of a state-funded grant program.

That growth in chargers is important as Illinois aims to rapidly transition toward having more electric vehicle drivers. There are about 120,000 EVs on Illinois roads, while the state’s goal is to have 1 million on the road by 2030.

So far, over $25 million in state infrastructure funding has been awarded to gas stations, hotels, governments and other organizations to fund new EV charging. Another funding round of up to $44 million is in the process of being awarded now, with more grants expected in the future.

This round of funding would add about 2,000 new ports—the electric equivalent of gas pumps. That would represent a roughly 47 percent increase in the number of charging ports around the state, according to data from the U.S. Department of Energy. Gov. JB Pritzker said that there will be a charging station “along every highway, every 50 miles.”

The Joliet chargers, built by Veterans Energy Team in partnership with the Joliet Park District, are the first chargers to open after being funded by as part of the state’s Rebuild Illinois capital funding and authorized by the 2021 Climate and Equitable Jobs Act.

“Reducing air pollution from transportation is vital to a healthy future for our children and our planet,” Pritzker said in a news release.

“Today, you see the product of that vision in the first deployment of a CEJA-funded electric vehicle charging port, thanks to support from our federal partners and utility companies.”

Veterans Energy Team received a $480,000 grant to install 12 charging ports across two locations in the city, with four more added using other funding.

Proponents of the EV charging grant program say it is not only a way to meet clean energy policy goals but also a route to create more jobs and opportunities.

“Illinois is full of what? Great union workers, great private sector workers who can install these things,” CEJA chief sponsor Rep. Marcus Evans, D-Chicago, said at a news conference announcing the charging station. “We’re going to install these chargers all over, in every community, so that when you’re driving your electric car, you ain’t gotta get it towed.”

CEJA codified the state’s goal of

transitioning away from fossil fuels entirely by 2050 and to boost the growth of the electric vehicle market, leading to a need to rapidly expand charging infrastructure.

“To achieve those goals, we know we will need to accelerate the build out of a widespread network of public chargers,” Gil Quiniones, CEO of electric utility Commonwealth Edison, said at the Monday news conference.

ComEd provides electric service for most of northern Illinois, a region that is home to about 90 percent of EVs in the state.

The company also provided funds for the Joliet project through its rebate program for EV chargers. That program is part of the company’s “beneficial electrification plan”—a CEJA-mandated outline of how the utility will support the state’s clean energy goals.

While ComEd did not say how large the Joliet project’s rebate was, EV charging projects are eligible for up to $500,000 in rebates. Earlier this year, ComEd announced $90 million in available rebates related to electric vehicles through its beneficial electrification programs, according to ComEd spokesperson Lauren Huffman.

In addition to CEJA funding, there are other sources of grant money for charging stations that the state distributes, such as money from a legal settlement with Volkswagen over emission standards and federal grant programs.

EVs by the numbers

While the state’s grants for chargers are only now yielding completed projects, tax rebates for individuals buying EVs have been on the books for several years. Those credits, alongside federal incentives dating back more than a decade and broader consumer trends, have resulted in a rapid growth of EV registrations in Illinois.

Since November 2017, the number of EVs registered in Illinois has grown by about 1,400 percent, according to data from the secretary of state. Over that same time, however, the number of EV charging ports only grew by about 600 percent, according to U.S. Department of Energy data.

Globally, the average number of light-duty electric vehicles for every charging port is about 11, with the U.S. having a higher 26 carsper-port ratio, mostly due to home charging being more popular in the country, according to a 2024 report from the International Energy Agency.

In Illinois, a Capitol News Illinois analysis of federal and state data found that there are about 31 EVs per charging port, including both light duty and larger vehicles

like buses. That’s higher than 2017, when there were 15 vehicles per port. This means that more vehicles are competing for charging spots, even as more stations have opened.

The number of charging stations has grown slightly slower than the number of ports as stations increasingly offer multiple ports, but both lag overall EV adoption.

While the state hurriedly works to keep up the pace of charging port installations, another trend has emerged in Illinois: The number of new EV registrations has slowed, mirroring a broader slowdown of the EV market across the country.

The net increase in EV registra-

tions over the past 12 months fell about 9.1 percent. While that may seem small, prior to this year, the state was just barely on track to meet

its million EV goal by 2030. If the current year-over-year pace continues, the state would fall short by almost 200,000 vehicle registrations.

Coming event

SCARCE events

Drop off old holiday lights Tuesdays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturdays from 9-11:30 a.m. at 800 S. Rohlwing Road, Addison. On Nov. 30, you can drop off leftover cooking oil (vegetable-based only) in a closed container at SCARCE 800 S. Rohlwing Road (Rte. 53), Addison, the Elmhurst Public Works Facility, 985 S. Riverside Drive, 9 a.m. to noon, and in Villa Park at the Salt Creek Sanitary District parking lot, 20 S. Route 83, from 9 a.m. to noon. No animal fats, solid grease or motor oil. Containers will not be returned. Visit www.scarce.org/recycling-events for more information.

Worship Services Directory

St. Timothy Evangelical Lutheran Church

547 N. Main St. Lombard, IL 60148 (630) 627-2435

Sunday Worship at 10:15am

Sunday School & Bible Study 9am

Advent Services on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 11 & 18th at 7pm

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7pm Christmas Day Service 10:15am

Everyone is Welcome!

All services are live streamed. You can watch them on our website or on Facebook. sainttimothy.org

Thursday, Nov. 28 at 9:00 AM

Weekend Masses:

Saturday: 4 PM (Vigil)

Sunday: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 AM and 6 PM

Daily Masses: Monday—Friday: 6:15 and 8:15 AM Saturday: 8:15 AM

Confessions: Saturday: 3-3:45PM

Adoration: Available in Our Lady Mother of the Eucharist Chapel 24/7

Sports

The Broncos earn trip to Class 3A championship game

Montini routs Wilmington 42-12 in semifinal round; Broncos will face Monticello in this Friday’s title contest in Normal

The Montini Catholic football team will play in the IHSA Class 3A state-championship game.

The Broncos advanced to the title contest with their convincing 42-12 victory over Wilmington in Saturday afternoon’s Class 3A semifinal game in Lombard. Montini led the visiting Wildcats 21-6 at the end of the first quarter and 28-12 at halftime.

The Broncos, who have won nine straight games, improved their 2024 season record to 11-2 with Saturday’s triumph. Montini will face Monticello (11-2) in the Class 3A championship game, which will take place this Friday, Nov. 29, at Illinois State University’s Hancock Stadium in Normal. The opening kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m.

Wilmington, the reigning Class 2A state champion, finished its 2024 season with a 12-1 record. Montini snapped the Wildcats’ 25-game winning streak on Saturday. Wilmington won the 2023 Class 2A state title with a 13-1 record. The Wildcats lost their first game of the 2023 season before reeling off 13 straight wins and claiming the Class 2A championship. Wilmington entered Saturday’s semifinal with a perfect 2024 record of 12-0.

Monticello earned its trip to Normal with Saturday’s 23-20 home win over Tolono’s Unity High School in the state’s other Class 3A semifinal game.

The Montini football program will try to win its seventh IHSA state title this Friday. The Broncos won their first state championship 20 years ago, in 2004. Montini won four straight state titles from 2009-2012. The Broncos won their sixth state title in 2015. Montini last appeared in a state-championship game in 2018, when it lost 35-27 to Joliet Catholic Academy in the Class 5A title contest.

One year ago, the Broncos advanced to the semifinal round of the Class 3A playoffs. They lost 26-20 to Byron in last year’s semifinal contest in Lombard. Six days later, Byron won the IHSA Class 3A state championship to complete its 14-0 season.

Saturday’s game gave the Broncos a chance to achieve a goal—winning in the semifinal round—that narrowly eluded them one year ago.

“Everything was always pointing to this, but today, you had a chance to go on the field and get the step you wanted to get,” said Montini coach Mike Bukovsky after the Broncos’ win over Wilmington. “That’s just

The Montini Catholic football team defeated Wilmington 42-12 in Saturday’s IHSA Class 3A semifinal game

have won nine straight games, will face Monticello in this Friday’s Class 3A state-championship game in

enter the contest with identical 11-2 records. Sophomore quarterback Israel Abrams (No. 7) is pictured (above right) after Saturday’s victory over Wilmington. Abrams threw four touchdown passes in the game—two to senior Santino Florio and two to junior CJ Harkins. Florio (No. 1) is pictured (above left) during his second touchdown reception. Harkins (No. 13) is shown (below left) during his second touchdown catch of the day—a 58-yard reception. Another photo (below right) shows (left to right) senior Vince Irion and junior Isaac Alexander jumping in the air after Irion’s 25-yard interception return for a touchdown.

everything for these kids. We finally got to the point where we could avenge last season.”

Bukovsky added that he had a feeling the Broncos would be ready for Saturday’s semifinal.

“I knew we were going to be loose today,” he said in his post-game

comments. “This is so great for our kids. These kids have been just unbelievable. They’ve done such a great job. I’m so thrilled for them. This is something they’ve earned.”

Montini delivered an electric

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Chris Fox photos Rock Valley Publishing

in Lombard. The Broncos, who

Normal. Montini and Monticello will

A great day for the Broncos

The Montini Catholic football team will play in this Friday’s IHSA Class 3A state-championship game. The Broncos will face Monticello in the title contest, which is scheduled to begin this Friday, Nov. 29, at 4 p.m. at Hancock Stadium at Illinois State University in Normal. Montini defeated Wilmington 42-12 in Saturday’ semifinal game in Lombard. The Broncos’ football program has won six IHSA state championships. Montini captured its last state title in 2015. Head coach Mike Bukovsky, who is pictured (above) after Saturday’s semifinal game, was an assistant coach for Chris Andriano on all six of the Broncos’ state-championship football teams. One other photo (below) from Saturday shows a portion of Montini’s boisterous student section. With its win over Wilmington, the Broncos extended their winning streak to nine games and improved their 2024 home record to 8-0. Montini opened its season with two home victories before losing road games to Marist and Fenwick to fall to 2-2. Montini and Monticello will both enter Friday’s state-championship game with season records of 11-2.

• Broncos

start to Saturday’s post-season battle against Wilmington by scoring a touchdown 25 seconds into the game. The Broncos received the opening kickoff and began their drive at their own 32yard line. On the first play from scrimmage, senior Jeremiah Peterson broke a 56-yard run to the Wildcats’ 12-yard line. On the next play, sophomore quarterback Israel Abrams threw a 12yard touchdown pass to Santino Florio. Senior Owen Berberich made the extra-point kick to give the Broncos a 7-0 lead with 11:35 left in the first quarter.

Wilmington’s offense responded with a 63-yard touchdown drive that ended on a 19-yard scoring run with 5:51 left in the first quarter. Montini senior Nick Irion blocked the Wildcats’ attempt on the extra-point kick to leave the Broncos with a 7-6 lead.

Montini then drove 72 yards for a touchdown. Peterson completed the drive with a 5-yard run into the end zone. Berberich’s extra-point kick moved the Broncos’ lead to 14-6 with 2:37 to play in the opening quarter of Saturday’s matchup, which took place in cool and cloudy conditions.

Moments later, Montini senior Nicky Castaldo recovered a Wilmington fumble at the Wildcats’ 21-yard line. The Broncos soon took advantage of that turnover, with Abrams firing a 23-yard touchdown pass to junior CJ Harkins, who caught the ball in the middle of the end zone. The extra-point kick pushed Montini’s lead to 21-6 with 1:11 remaining in the first quarter.

The duo of Abrams and Harkins connected on a 58-yard touchdown pass late in the second quarter. Harkins

hauled in a long pass from Abrams near Wilmington’s 23-yard line and raced across the goal line. Berberich made the extra-point kick to raise Montini’s lead to 28-6 with 1:34 remaining in the first half.

Wilmington quickly drove down the field and scored a touchdown with 5.4 seconds to play in the first half. The Wildcats, who were unable to convert a two-point try, trailed Montini 28-12 at halftime.

Florio, who provided two touchdown receptions during Montini’s 24-7 quarterfinal win at Princeton on Nov. 16, made his second touchdown catch of Saturday’s game in the third quarter. On a fourth-and-four play, the elusive Florio caught a short pass from Abrams, dodged multiple defenders and darted into the end zone on a 29yard touchdown reception. Berberich tacked on the extra-point kick to extend Montini’s lead to 35-12 with 6:27 left in the third quarter.

Senior Vince Irion scored the Broncos’ sixth touchdown of the day when he intercepted a Wilmington pass and raced 25 yards for a “pick-six” play with 6:06 remaining in the fourth quarter. Berberich then made his sixth extra-point kick of the game to give Montini its 42-12 advantage.

“I knew it was going to be a pass,” said Irion of his touchdown play. “It’s a great feeling. You don’t get many opportunities when they [the Wildcats] are a run-heavy team. So I knew when they threw it we needed to make something happen.”

Irion also returned an interception for a touchdown during the Broncos’ 21-0 victory over Hillcrest on Sept. 6, during the second week of the regular season.

After winning its first two games of the 2024 season, Montini suffered losses to Marist and Fenwick to fall to 2-2. Irion said that after the loss to Fenwick, the Broncos held a players-only meeting with no coaches present.

We talked about what we needed to do—be more focused and practice harder,” said Irion of the players-only meeting in the school’s auditorium. “Obviously it’s worked out.”

Irion noted that two years ago, the Broncos struggled to a 3-6 record during the 2022 season.

“We were 3-6 and we really couldn’t get anything moving,” he said. “Last year we got to this same game [the semifinal round] and fell short. “It’s a great feeling being able to get to this point and make it down to state.”

Vince and Nick Irion, who are twin brothers, are two of several Montini seniors who will finish their Bronco football careers by playing in this week’s state-championship game.

“These seniors mean so much to me because they came here when things weren’t great,” said Bukovsky. “They came here and they took a chance. These guys stayed the course. They believed in our program. They believed in themselves. It’s such a great feeling to see them get what they deserve and play on the biggest stage next week.”

Abrams completed 10 of 16 passes for 177 yards and four touchdowns in Saturday’s win. Harkins made three receptions for 88 yards and two touchdowns. Florio contributed three receptions for 55 yards and two touchdowns. Peterson rushed 15 times for 142 yards and one touchdown.

Chris Fox photos Rock Valley Publishing

Chris

Broncos win one, lose one

The Montini Catholic girls basketball team opened its 2024-25 season at Willowbrook High School’s five-team Thanksgiving tournament. The Broncos began the event with a convincing 68-37 victory over Chicago’s Perspectives Leadership Academy on Thursday, Nov. 21. One night later, Montini suffered a 37-32 loss to Lockport in Villa Park. Senior Nikki Kerstein made four shots from 3-point range and scored a team-leading 20 points in the Broncos’ win over Perspectives Leadership Academy. Senior Lily Spanos, who drained five 3-point shots in the Broncos’ season opener, provided 18 points for Montini in the win, while senior Peyton Farrell contributed 12 points. Montini trailed Lockport 27-14 at halftime of Friday’s game. Lockport led the Broncos 29-20 at the end of the third quarter. Kerstein’s 3-point basket cut Lockport’s lead to 33-32 with 2:15 to play. The Porters then scored four unanswered points to end the game. Kerstein (No. 1 - above left) made three 3-point shots and scored 16 points for the Broncos in Friday’s loss. Farrell (No. 24 - above right) supplied nine points. Montini completed the round-robin tournament earlier this week with games against Plainfield East and Willowbrook.

Warriors win season opener in overtime

Willowbrook’s girls basketball team began its season by playing four games in its five-team Thanksgiving tournament. In their first game of the season, the Warriors beat Plainfield East 48-46 in overtime on Friday night. Willowbrook trailed the Bengals 29-23 at the end of the third quarter. The Warriors rallied to tie the score at 42-42 at the end of regulation and force a four-minute overtime period. Senior Ayaani Gusman (above left - No. 10) scored 20 points and pulled down 15 rebounds for the Warriors in Friday’s victory. Senior Kendall Medinger (above middle - No. 14) supplied 12 points for the Warriors, while senior Kristin Woods (above right - No. 25) scored 10 points and grabbed 20 rebounds. Junior Joely Maciejewski delivered an offensive rebound and inside basket with about one minute left in the overtime period to give the Warriors a 47-44 lead. Gusman stepped to the free-throw line with 4.1 seconds remaining in overtime and made one of two free throws to move the Warriors’ lead to 48-46. Moments later, Plainfield East was called for a traveling violation as the final buzzer sounded. Willowbrook fell to 1-1 when it lost 65-23 to Lockport on Saturday. The Warriors completed their tournament earlier this week with games against Chicago’s Perspectives Leadership Academy and Montini Catholic.

Rams begin their season

Glenbard East’s girls basketball team started its season by playing three games in a sixday span last week. On Nov. 18, the Rams earned a 40-27 win at Wheaton Academy. One night later, Glenbard East lost 54-32 to Hinsdale Central in Lombard. The Rams improved to 2-1 when they opened their own Rachel Bach Memorial Tournament with Saturday’s 40-38 win over Glenbard North. Sophomore Teagan Murphy (No. 14 - top left) was Glenbard East’s leading scorer in each of the team’s first three games. Murphy scored 15 points in the Rams’ win at Wheaton Academy. She provided 10 points in the team’s loss to Hinsdale Central. Murphy did not score in the first three quarters of Saturday’s game. She then erupted to provide 12 points in the fourth quarter. Murphy scored five baskets, including two 3-point shots, in the final quarter. Freshman Olivia Nee (No. 20 - top right) scored 11 points in the Rams’ win at Wheaton Academy. She made three 3-point shots to contribute nine points in Glenbard East’s loss to Hinsdale Central. Nee made two free throws with 20 seconds to play to help seal Saturday’s win over Glenbard North. She scored four points in the victory over the Panthers. The Rams finished the round-robin Rachel Bach Memorial Tournament earlier this week with games against Glenbard West and Glenbard South.

Chris Fox photos Rock Valley Publishing

Chris Fox photos Rock Valley Publishing

Fox photos Rock Valley Publishing

Jingle Bell Jubilee

Schedule of Events | December 7

Jingles, the reindeer, invites you to join the Lombard Park Distrcit and local organizations to enjoy the sights and sound of the holidays. There will be a complimentary trolley running from 4:30 - 8:30 pm. Please note: changes to the schedule may occur.

Helen Plum Library | 2:00 - 6:00 pm

Get in the Jubilee spirit at Helen Plum Library! Enjoy a wintery photobooth and Holiday Lights glasses (while supplies last) . Join us in Youth Services from 2:00 - 4:30 pm for a scavenger hunt, craft, and your favorite snowy princesses. Eastwind Vocal Ensemble from Glenbard East will delight you with music at 3:30 and 4:30 pm.

Brust Funeral Home | 2:30 - 7:00 pm

Join the Brust family and staff for a heartwarming Holiday Open House. Step into the festive spirit with a cup of hot cider and delightful Grandma Brust cookies while little ones can enjoy crafting letters to Santa and view our model train set.

Lombard Historical Society | 3:00 - 8:00 pm

Explore Gingerbread Way, a holiday market featuring candles, warm drinks, and more. Check out the Gingerbread House Contest entries and vote for your favorite. Enter your own before December 5 at lombardhistory.org. Enjoy face painting and crafts at the Carriage House. Starting at 5:45 pm, take a tour of the Victorian Cottage and learn about the joys of Christmas past – free tickets available at 3:00 pm in the Carriage House.

Calvary Church | 4:00 - 6:30 pm

Join Calvary Church for their annual Cookie Walk. Choose your own assortment of home-made holiday cookies and pay by the half-pound.

Lombard Area Chamber of Commerce/Downtown | 4:00 - 8:00 pm

Stop by Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market located at the new ‘Park Avenue Plaza’ for shopping, holiday characters, nutcracker dancers, and a whole lot of Downtown Lombard Business District holiday spirit!

First Church of Lombard United Church of Christ | 4:30 - 8:00 pm

Join First Church of Lombard for hot cider, crafts, and a live bell choir performance at 6:30 pm.

First United Methodist Church | 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Join us on your way to Lilacia Park as we sing carols on the corner of Maple and Main. Cookies will be available to enjoy.

Maple Street Chapel | 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Maple Street Chapel welcomes back Kilty Pleasure to our annual sing-a-long.

Lombard Park District/Village of Lombard | 5:30 - 8:00 pm

Tree Lighting and Santa’s arrival in Lilacia Park. Enjoy photo opportunities with characters, hot cocoa, and cookies.

Lombard Bible Church | 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Enjoy Glenbard East Honors Orchestra Concerts at 6:00, 6:30, and 7:00 pm, as well as hot cocoa and crafts in the gym from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.

DuPAGE DESTINATIONS

Can’t miss events in and around DuPage County

Starting at 5 p.m. the Village of Addison’s annual Christmas tree lighting will take place at 1 Friendship Plaza. The actual tree-lighting will take place at 8 p.m. From 5-9 p.m., there will be train rides in the Village Green, a Living Nativity at St. Paul Lutheran Church. hot chocolate by the Kiwanis Club, popcorn from the Knights of Columbus, an Historical Museum open house and food available from Barbara’s Polish Deli. Visits with Santa will be available from 5-7 p.m. For more information, visit: http://www.ithappensinaddison.com/event_details/christmas_tree_lighting_367.

Thursday, Dec. 5

Tree lighting at Wilder Park

Elmhurst

From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the park, 175 S. Prospect, join the Elmhurst Park District as it kicks off the holiday season. We’ll count down to the lighting of the community trees surrounding

the park and enjoy holiday festivities. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and say hello to reindeer. There also will be holiday carnival games and holiday performances. Sponsored by Kelly Stetler Real Estate. Free.

Pictures with Santa Paws

Villa Park

From 4:30-5:30 p.m. at The Depot at Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park, capture a picture-perfect moment with Santa Paws. Bring your furry friend for a festive photo opportunity for $10. Each pet will have the chance to meet Santa and snap a photo together. Plus, Santa has a special treat for all the pets on the nice list! Photos will be emailed by Dec. 8. Don’t forget to sign up for a time slot when you register. Pre-registration is required by Dec. 1. For more information, visit: www.invillapark.com/161/Community-Events.

Saturday, Dec. 7

Jingle Bell Jubilee

Lombard

Held annually at Lilacia Park, the tree-lighting

ceremony takes place at 5:30 p.m. Various holiday events connected with Jingle Bell Jubilee will take place leading up to the tree-lighting ceremony near Lilacia Park at the Helen Plum Library (from 2-6 p.m.), Brust Funeral Home (2:337 p.m.), Lombard Historical Society (3-8 p.m.), Calvary Church (4-6:30 p.m.), the Lombard Area Chamber of Commerce (4-8 p.m.), First Church of Lombard United Church of Christ (4:30-8 p.m.) and Lombard Bible Church (6-8 p.m.). For more information, visit: https://villageoflombard. org/168/Jingle-Bell-Jubilee.

Santa’s Workshop at Wilder Mansion

Elmhurst

From noon-3 p.m. at the mansion, located at 211 S. Prospect Avenue, join Elmhurst Park District for Santa’s Workshop—a special place just for children where they can purchase inexpensive holiday gifts for those they love. Items are kidpriced and kid-friendly. No registration required; items are available to purchase.

Joyful Traditions • Villa Park

From 4-7 p.m. at the Rugaard Gazebo, 10 W. Park Blvd.,

Kick off the holiday season with extra cheer at this FREE family event, co-hosted with the Villa Park Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy photos with Santa, Mickey Mouse, the Grinch, and more. Ride the trolley around our festive decorations, grab some delicious food from local food trucks, visit the petting zoo, and take a pony ride. The trolley will run from 4-7 p.m. with stops at the Library for shopping at St. Nick’s Mart. The petting zoo and pony rides will also be available during this time, along with photo opportunities with Santa, Mickey, and the Grinch. Enjoy festive performances by choir carolers and more! To sponsor, adopt a tree, and more details, visit: https://villaparkchamber.org.

Tree lighting ceremony

Wood Dale

From 2-5 p.m. the City of Wood Dale will hold its annual tree-lighting ceremony at City Hall. Fireworks, seasonal treats and holiday crafts will be featured, along with a visit from Santa. For more information, visit: www.wooddale.com/ Home/Components/Calendar/Event/6630/20

Candy Cane Lake Market

Lombard

From 4-8 p.m. on South Park Avenue in downtown Lombard, join the Lombard Chamber of Commerce for the family friendly inaugural Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market. Vendors will be offering holiday theme items, a live Nutcracker show, Christmas music and characters to name just a few attractions. For more information, visit: https://business.lombardchamber.com/events.

Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday, Dec. 8

Polar Express Storytime Train Ride

Addison

The Addison Park District is hosting a Polar

Express Storytime Train Ride from 8:12 a.m.1:12 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and 11:12 a.m. to 3:12 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 at the Itasca Metra Station. Fee is $22 for residents, $32 for nonresidents. A storyteller will be on the train to narrate this story while children and their parents enjoy chocolate milk, cookies and a snow ball fight on the way back from the North Pole. When we reach the North Pole, we will find Santa Claus and take lots of family photos. A parent or guardian must accompany all children. Children age 9 months or younger do not need to be registered. For more information, call 630-233-7275 or visit: https:// addisonparks.org/mc-events/polar-express-storytime-train-8.

Friday, Dec. 13 and Dec. 20

Christmas parade

Addison

Starting at 6 p.m. both days, the parade begins with Santa winding his way through Addison neighborhoods on a fire engine. The parade starts at the Addison Police Department, and ends at Wooddale and Lake. For more information, visit: http://www.ithappensinaddison.com/event_details/christmas_parade_373.

Saturday, Dec. 14

Toy Parade

Lombard

The Lombard Fire Department is hosting its 23rd annual Toy Drive through Dec. 13. The drive will end with a Toy Parade. The Fire Department will depart Fire Station 45 (50 E. St. Charles Road) at 10:15 a.m. and will proceed south on Main Street to Glenbard East High School. Residents may line up along southbound Main Street to donate gifts, up to Glenbard East High School. Donations will then be brought to Yorktown Shopping Center for sorting. Residents are invited to participate and help spread holiday cheer by donating new, unwrapped toys and baby supplies to help local families in need. For more information, visit: https://villageoflombard. org/426/Fire-Department-Toy-Drive-Parade.

Visit from Santa Villa Park

From 10 a.m.-noon, tell Santa what you want for Christmas when he visits you in person. Santa will be on a busy schedule and will only be able to stay for a few minutes—just long enough to hear your wish list and pose for a quick picture. Each registered child will receive a special gift. Santa visits are available only to Villa Park residents. To register, visit: https://secure.rec1.com/ IL/villa-park-il/catalog.

Christmas bazaar and bake sale

Bensenville

From 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, 865 S. Church Road, Zion Ladies Aid will be hosting the Christmas bazaar and bake sale, featuring home made crafts and vendors, ornaments, towels, ceramics and more. Proceeds benefit Zion-Concord Lutheran School. For more information, call 630-766-1039.

Consumer groups rail against Chicago gas utility as state investigation nears end

Regulators expected to announce water rate decisions soon, electric grid decisions in spring

By Andrew Adams CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS

Regulators at the Illinois Commerce Commission are nearing decisions in several high-profile cases that could determine changes to utility bills for millions of Illinoisans.

These include a series of cases that will set prices for almost every Illinois electric customer and a pair of requested rate increases for the state’s two largest private water utilities.

But one of the most intensely debated cases before the ICC involves an investigation into a program at Peoples Gas, the natural gas utility in Chicago. That company has been operating its System Modernization Program, or SMP, to replace older pipes, some of which were installed

more than a century ago. The company says replacing them is critical to avoid dangerous safety risks.

But the program has long been the center of criticism from consumer advocates who allege that it has massively overrun its budget and contributed to increasing utility bills.

A report from the Citizens Utility Board released last week found the program could cause rates to double over the next 16 years without cost-cutting intervention, increasing annual costs to customers by $1,200 on average.

The report also found that Peoples Gas customers would incur residual costs from financing the SMP until 2100—60 years after the program is set to conclude.

Gardeners Corner: Consider plants with winter interest in landscapes

Sitting by the crackling fireplace, wrapped in a cozy blanket inside our homes this winter, the appreciation for the outdoors is limited to the scenes framed by a frosty windowpane. Consider incorporating some plants into the landscape that create dazzling winter interest with their textures, colors, and movement. With perfectly placed additions, the cozy view can become a winter wonderland.

Trees and shrubs

While often appreciated for their foliage or flowers, many trees and shrubs also have interesting and distinctive bark. Exfoliating bark on a tree trunk captures attention no matter the season but stands out most dramatically in winter when the branches are bare. A hidden color in the garden is often revealed beneath the peeling and curling bark, too. Trees with exfoliating bark include river birch (Betula nigra) and paperbark maple (Acer griseum). Be patient when planting these, as it may take several years for the trees to develop their unique features.

The colorful stems and branches of deciduous shrubs are often masked by the lush green foliage throughout the growing season, but once the cold temperatures return in the fall, forcing the leaves off the branches, the stunning reds, oranges, and yellows highlight the landscape. To receive the most impact from these colorful shrubs, plant them in groupings instead of individually. Red twig dogwood and yellow twig dogwood varieties (Cornus sericea) are two favorites. To keep the stem’s vibrant colors, prune these in late winter, like February or March, to encourage new, colorful stems to regrow.

Many plants hold onto the fruits, berries, and cones through the winter if the birds don’t get to them first. Black chokeberries (Aronia melanocarpa) produce clusters of small black berries that are not favored by the birds and will persist into the winter. Brilliant red berries adorn the stems of the winterberry shrubs (Ilex verticillata). Adore

Activists recently went to the ICC, hoping to sway the commissioners into reining in the program, with several citing the report’s findings.

Aria Brown, a student at the University of Illinois Chicago, said she wants the commission to require that pipeline replacement be done through a “targeted program that focuses on their most dangerous pipes.”

Kira Dault, the communications director for the environmental advocacy group Faith in Place, told commissioners Thursday that they should “overhaul” the program as part of a managed transition away from natural gas.

“Peoples Gas has, for decades, been charging customers for its failed pipe replacement program without the expectation of transparency or accountability,” Dault said.

ary.

Two weeks ago, the groups making legal arguments in that case—including Peoples Gas, consumer advocates and government entities—submitted recommendations for a “final order,” which will determine how the SMP will be managed moving forward.

Illinois PIRG, a consumer advocacy group that has long criticized the SMP, as well as the state’s attorney general and the city of Chicago say the investigation should continue past its initial deadline.

Other ICC matters

While the ICC considers this investigation, it is also considering several other cases that could impact utility bills for millions of Illinoisans.

Commissioners were set to announce a decision in the ongoing water rate case from Aqua Illinois, a private utility which serves around 277,000 people in its 14-county service territory but held the case for further consideration. That decision is still expected in the coming weeks.

them early before birds pluck the shrub bare.

The list of winter interest plants would not be complete without the inclusion of evergreen trees. While everything else in the landscape is brown, bare, and dormant, these beauties proudly showcase a spectrum of colors from dark green to blue. An evergreen’s color is only improved by seasonal snow resting on the branches, creating a perfect shelf for settling snow. Many of these species are too large for most backyards, so consider dwarf varieties available in every shape, color, form, and size.

Perennials

Perennials can also add some winter interest to the garden. Consider leaving some stems and foliage in the garden for the winter instead of cutting everything back in the fall. Plants with distinct seed heads, such as coneflowers (Echinacea) and black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), can add a spiky texture but also can be a food source for the birds. Taller perennials with woody stems can also be kept in the landscape for height. Ornamental grasses will add texture and movement to a winter garden.

Landscapes may be lacking colorful blooms or lush green foliage this time of year, but there are still plants that can create an attractive landscape for people and wildlife to appreciate. Winter is another time for nature to shine. No matter the season, make sure a landscape never lacks that natural beauty from unique and distinct plants. For more on plant selection and care, visit extension.illinois.edu/plants. For questions, connect with a location Extension office at go.illinois.edu/ExtensionOffice.

Gardeners Corner is a quarterly newsletter from gardening experts around the state. Each issue highlights best practices that will make your houseplants, landscape, or garden shine in any season. Join the Gardener’s Corner email list at go.illinois. edu/GCsubscribe for direct access to timely tips.

While CUB’s report and efforts from other groups have created buzz around the issue, Peoples Gas outright denies several of the report’s conclusions.

“CUB’s decision to push claims from an out of state, anti-natural gas group—all outside the ICC’s official ongoing review of our safety program—is remarkable and disappointing,” Peoples Gas spokesman David Schwartz said in a written statement.

Schwartz also noted that CUB is not participating in the ongoing investigation into the program underway at the ICC.

State investigation

Meanwhile, the investigation into Peoples Gas’ pipeline replacement program, which the ICC ordered one year ago this month alongside a near-total pause in program-related spending, is set to conclude in Janu-

The AG’s office argued that the record of evidence presented in the investigation wasn’t enough to determine whether Peoples Gas is effectively prioritizing replacing the riskiest pipes—in other words, the ones most likely to fail and leak natural gas. The city of Chicago also pointed to “serious deficiencies” in the evidentiary record and recommended further investigation.

Peoples Gas, meanwhile, rejected these claims and instead argued it should be allowed to continue its work without what it called a “duplicative and administratively burdensome” second phase of investigation.

The company also claimed its preferred option for how to manage the program would result in $5.8 billion in lower costs than the option preferred by PIRG, the attorney general and the city, an argument Chicago called a “strawman” of their position.

From here, an administrative judge will propose a final order in the case and the parties involved will have a chance to respond over the next few weeks before the commission accepts that order or edits it early next year, ending the investigation.

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Illinois American Water, the state’s largest private water utility, also requested a rate increase this year and is expected to present oral arguments later this month before the ICC decides whether to grant the company its increase in December.

Those cases have drawn outrage from some customers, mostly in northern Illinois, who say the companies already charge too much for their services.

On Nov. 7, ICC commissioners agreed to hear oral arguments in a case relating to Commonwealth Edison. The case focuses on the company’s plan to modernize the electric grid over the coming years and a related plan for setting rates.

That case, which follows the commission unexpectedly rejecting the company’s initial attempt at such a plan, will help determine electric rates through 2027. Under ComEd’s initial filing in the case earlier this year, customers in northern Illinois would spend about $92 more per year on electricity by 2027.

Ameren Illinois is going through a similar proceeding with a similar plan for grid modernization. Decisions in both cases are expected in the spring.

DuPage County launches Hinsdale Lake Terrace Rideshare Access Pilot Program

County Board Chair Deborah Conroy has announced the launch of the Hinsdale Lake Terrace Community Rideshare Access Pilot Program, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at improving transportation options for neighborhood residents.

DuPage County has partnered with Pace and ride-share services Uber and Uzurv to provide the program for residents of the Hinsdale Lake Terrace neighborhood in the southeast portion of the County.

DuPage County will subsidize up to four one-way rides per day for registered participants, covering ride costs up to $30 each.

Any additional charges, including tips or fees beyond the subsidy, will be the responsibility of the rider.

Trips must start or end within the designated service area, which includes key locations in DuPage County such as Burr Ridge, Darien, Downers Grove, Willowbrook, and

Woodridge, as well as nearby train stations and destinations in southwest Cook County.

“This pilot program represents our commitment to addressing transportation challenges in this underserved community,” Conroy said. “Through this partnership, we hope not only to enhance mobility, but empower residents through access to job opportunities, healthcare, education, and more. This initiative is another step toward

improving the quality of life and fostering economic growth in Hinsdale Lake Terrace and beyond.”

“Transportation access is crucial to creating opportunity and connection for this community. This program leverages innovative solutions to address existing gaps and demonstrates our commitment to improving transit infrastructure for our residents,” said Mary FitzGerald Ozog, chair of the County’s Transportation Committee.

The program is expected to launch in early 2025.

For more information or to participate in the program, residents can visit the program’s website: https://www.dupagecounty.gov/ hltrideshare. Residents with questions can contact the Division of Transportation at (630) 407-6900 or at mobility@dupagecounty.gov

“ Through this partnership, we hope not only to enhance mobility, but empower residents through access to job opportunities, healthcare, education, and more. This initiative is another step toward improving the quality of life and fostering economic growth in Hinsdale Lake Terrace and beyond.”

– Deborah Conroy, County Board Chair

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NOTICE

CERTIFICATE NO. 79564 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 20, 2024, wherein the business firm of ARNOLDAS PELESINAS, 124 N. WISCONSIN AVENUE, VILLA PARK, IL 60181 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:

Arnoldas Pelesinas, 124 N. Wisconsin Avenue, Villa Park, IL 60181.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 20TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2024.

Jean Kaczmarek

DuPage County Clerk

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Review Nov. 28, Dec. 5 & 12, 2024) 464918

LEGAL NOTICE

VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE DUPAGE AND COOK COUNTIES, ILLINOIS

Public Notice, pursuant txo 65 ILCS 5/11-74.4-4(c), is hereby given that the Village President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Bensenville, DuPage and Cook Counties, Illinois (the “Village”), an Illinois municipal corporation, will contemplate the execution of a tax increment finance redevelopment agreement for the sale and development of Village owned parcels of property within the Village of Bensenville North Industrial District Tax Increment Financing District on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Village of Bensenville, Village Hall Board Room, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, Illinois 60106. The proposed agreement is being contemplated in connection with a Redevelopment Plan and Project (the “Project”) for the designated Redevelopment Project Area known as the Village of Bensenville North Industrial District Tax Increment Financing District Redevelopment Project Area (the “Project Area”), pursuant to the Illinois Tax Increment Allocation Redevelopment Act, 65 ILCS 5/11-74.4-1, et seq., (the “Act”).

A copy of the redevelopment agreement for the construction of an approximately 75,247 square foot 6-story mixed residential and commercial use building on Village owned properties commonly known as 101-103 Main Street, 6 North Center Street, and 10 North Center Street, Bensenville, Illinois, 60106, and identified by permanent index numbers (PINs) 03-14-402-002-0000, 03-14-215-014-0000, 03-14-215-015-0000 and 03-14-215-019-0000, is on file and available for examination or copying during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. in the office of the Village Clerk, Village of Bensenville, Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, Illinois 60106, (630) 350-3404.

In accordance with the Act, all interested persons are further notified and invited to submit an alternative proposal and bid for the Village owned property in the Project Area to the Village Clerk at the address

LEGAL NOTICES

identified in the preceding paragraph for consideration by the Village from this time and until Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.

In the event of questions, please contact Kurtis Pozsgay, Community & Economic Development Director, Village of Bensenville, Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, Illinois 60106, (630) 350-3396.

/s/ Nancy Quinn, Village Clerk

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Review Nov. 28, 2024) 464700

Notice of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of the Village of Bensenville, Cook and DuPage Counties, Illinois (the “Village”), will hold a public hearing on December 17, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.

The hearing will be held in the Village Hall Board Room located at 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, Illinois 60106. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive public comments on the proposal to sell general obligation limited tax bonds (the “Bonds”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed one million four hundred thousand dollars ($1,400,000) (i) to finance and construct certain public capital improvements throughout the Village (the “Project”), and (ii) to pay costs of issuance and expenses incident thereto, all for the benefit of the inhabitants of the Village.

Dated this November 28, 2024

/s/ Nancy Quinn

Village Clerk, Village of Bensenville, Cook and DuPage Counties, Illinois

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Review Nov. 28, 2024) 464771

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF AUDIT REPORT OF ADDISON TOWNSHIP

Addison Township hereby provides public notice that an audit of its funds for the period June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024 has been made, and that a report of such audit dated 09/25/24 performed by Lauterbach & Amen, LLP has been filed with the County Clerk of Du Page County, in accordance with 30 ILCS 15/0.01 et seq. The full report of the audit is available for public inspection at 401 N. Addison Rd., Addison, IL during regular business hours, 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday except for holidays.

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Review Nov. 28, 2024) 464389

NOTICE

CERTIFICATE NO. 79546 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 5, 2024, wherein the business firm of HEALTH INSURANCE SOLUTIONS, 27W233 GENEVA ROAD WINFIELD, IL 60190 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: David Nelson, 1N241 Farwell Street, Carol Stream, IL 60188.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 5TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2024. Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (Published in The Lombardian Nov. 14, 21 & 28, 2024) 464159

NOTICE

CERTIFICATE NO. 79547 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 6, 2024 wherein the business firm of SANATEN GROUP, 121 FAIRFIELD WAY SUITE 316, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108 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: Ibrahim Oumar Abakar, 260 Hackberry Drive, Streamwood, IL 60107.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 6TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2024.

Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (Published in The Lombardian Nov. 14, 21 & 28, 2024) 464275

NOTICE

CERTIFICATE NO. 79563 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 19, 2024 wherein the business firm of STUDIO101 IZABELLE 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:

Izabelle Hosek, 9730 Secret Forest Drive, Burr ridge, IL 60527.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 23RD day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2024.

Jean Kaczmarek

DuPage County Clerk (Published in The Lombardian Nov. 28, Dec. 5 & 12, 2024) 464772

NOTICE

CERTIFICATE NO. 79562 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 19, 2024 wherein the business firm of M SALON, 7315 LEMONT ROAD SUITE #105, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 605163807 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:

Melinda Nowak, 3384 Gilbert Court, Darien, IL 60561.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 19TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2024.

Jean Kaczmarek

DuPage County Clerk

(Published in The Lombardian Nov. 28, Dec. 5 & 12, 2024) 464824

NOTICE

CERTIFICATE NO. 79565 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 20, 2024, wherein the business firm of AMPHIBIA COACHING, 330 LARCH LANE APT 304, GLEN ELLYN, IL 60137 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: Andzelika Kudzmaite, 330 Larch Lane Apt 304, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 20TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2024.

Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk

(Published in The Lombardian Nov. 28, Dec. 5 & 12, 2024) 464908

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT

DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE

Request of: Paige Lorraine Piotter Case Number 2024MR000720

There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from Paige Lorraine Piotter to the new name of Paige Lorraine Garcia. The court date will be held: 01/09/2025 at 9:00 at 505 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL in Courtroom 2007.

Dated 11/21/2024

Candice Adams Clerk of the Circuit Court 8085-948184

(Published in The Lombardian Nov. 28, Dec. 5 & 12, 2024) 464934

IDNR reminds hunters of 2024-25 CWD sampling locations

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding deer hunters about locations where deer can be tested for chronic wasting disease (CWD) free of charge.

Chronic wasting disease is a fatal disease of the central nervous system in deer and elk.

It was first detected in a suspect adult female deer from northwest Boone County in 2002. Since then, 173,486 wild deer have been sampled statewide, and 2,188 individual deer have tested positive for CWD. The disease is currently confined to a 21-county area in the northern third of Illinois.

Wildlife biologists monitor the geographic distribution and intensity of CWD primarily through testing of hunter-harvested deer. CWD is not known to be transmissible to humans; however, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization do not recommend consuming CWD-positive venison (deer meat).

Hunters can visit participating vendors, including taxidermists and meat processors, or leave deer heads at self-serve drop-off sites. Search for locations online, on the Hunt Illinois app, or on IDNR’s interactive map online.

Firearm deer hunters in CWD counties can get a voluntary sample taken by a biologist when they bring harvested deer to mandatory physical check stations during the 2024 regular firearm seasons Nov. 22-24 and Dec. 5-8. Go online for the locations of check stations at huntillinois.org/cwdmap.

Hunters in non-CWD counties can use sample drop-off barrels or sampling vendors to have samples submitted for testing.

Hunters can view the results of their CWD tests online. Please allow two to four weeks for results to post. Priority is given to samples from counties with known CWD cases. Hunters will be contacted by an IDNR wild-life biologist if their deer tests positive for CWD.

Archery, firearm, muzzle-loader hunters

CWD sampling vendors

The following locations are serving as CWD sampling stations, taking samples from entire deer or deer heads through Jan. 19, 2025:

• DuPage County: International Wildlife Taxidermy, 29W160 Pomeroy, West Chicago, call 630562-1650 to make an appointment

• DuPage County: Nature’s Image Taxidermy, Inc., 1970 Witt Ct., Lombard; by appointment, contact Joe Cochrane at 630-629-8968 or naturesimage@comcast.net; www. naturesimagetaxidermyinc.com

• Jo Daviess County: Steve Birkbeck, 7960 W. Council Hill Road, Galena; call 815-541-3167 to make an appointment

• Jo Daviess County: Mu-chow Taxidermy, 7056 W. Guilford Road,

Galena; call 815-777-0506 to make an appointment

• Winnebago County: Eickmans Processing, Grant Street, Seward; 815-247-8451; Monday through Fri-day 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m. to noon, closed Sunday

• Winnebago County: Smokehouse Processing, 5735 S. 9th St., Rockford; 815-378-8641; Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to noon, Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

CWD head drop-off stations

The following sites are serving as self-serve drop-off sites where hunters can fill out a sample submission card and leave adult deer heads:

• Boone County: Boone County Conservation District – Maintenance Building, 655 N. Appleton Road, Belvidere; Monday through Sunday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Carroll County: Lake Carroll Association, Shed 3, 200 Association Drive, Lanark; Monday through Sunday

• Carroll County: Mississippi Palisades State Park, 16327A IL Rt. 84N, Savanna (across from park office); Monday through Sunday

•DuPage County: IDNR Region

2 Office/James Pate Phillips State Park, 2050 W. Stearns Road, Bartlett (station located near east entrance of building); 847-608-3167, 847-608-3122; Mon-day through Sunday, sunrise to sunset

• Ogle County: Castle Rock State Park, 1365 W. Castle Road, Oregon; Monday through Sunday

• Ogle County: Lowden State Park, 1411 N. River Road, Oregon; Monday through Sunday

• Stephenson County: Lake LeAquaNa State Park, 8542 N. Lake Road, Lena; Monday through Sunday

Firearm only hunters

CWD check station locations

• Boone County: Boone Co. Fairgrounds, 8847 IL-76, Belvidere

• Carroll County: Carroll County Farm Bureau, 811 S. Clay St. B, Mt. Carroll

• Jo Daviess County: Elizabeth Community Building, 402 W. St., Elizabeth

• Ogle County: Castle Rock State Park, 1365 W. Castle Rd., Oregon

• Winnebago County: Rock Cut State Park, 6425 Hart Road, Loves Park

Between July 1, 2023, and June 30, 2024, IDNR’s Wildlife Disease Program identified 459 CWD-positive deer in 21 Illinois counties, including Boone, Bureau, Carroll, Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Ford, Grundy, Jo Daviess, Kane, Kankakee, Kendall, Lake, LaSalle, Lee, Livingston, McHenry, Ogle, Stephenson, Will and Winnebago. Go online to dnr.illinois.gov/ programs/cwd.html for more information about CWD management in Illinois.

GROSS PAYMENT FOR CERTIFIED PERSONNEL

Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 ANDREWS, VALARIE; BENDER, KELLY; BLONIARZ, ADAM; CHO, ESTHER; CIACCIA, GIULIA; COX, TRAVIS; ESPOSITO, VINCENT; FIORIO, ROBERT; FAZIO, KELLIE; FORTUNE, KATHLEEN; GATTUSO, ANTHONY; HARRELL, TERRY; HERNANDEZ, ALEJANDRA; ILICH,ERIC; KIEL, EMMA; LAWSON,TARA; LEMONS, DEBORA; LOPEZ, ASHLEY; LUCERO-BAHR, CHRISTINE; MCDONAGH, TRISH; NALBORCZYK, DARIA; NARDI, CHAD; O’CONNOR, MOLLIE; ORLYK, DOUGLAS; PETERSON, HEATHER N; PUGLIESE, MCKALL; SCHMIDT, MARK; SCHWABE, DAVID; VIDALAES, JOSE; WAGNER, MARY; WAGNER, MARY; WASOWICZ, MARC; WHITE, DEWAN Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 MELLO, DAVID; NEVAREZ, MARIA; PAWA, NYRISSA; PAPADOPOULOS, ELITA; PLATEK, ALEXANDRA; SALLMAN, AMANDA Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 DANTONA, HAYLEY; DAVIS, DEBORAH; FLORES, ALEXA; LURIGIO, ANTHONY; MATOLAK, ADAM Salary Range: 60,000 - $89,999 ACOSTA, TY; AVILA, ARACELI; AVILA-PETERSON, LAURA; BAKER, AMANDA; BRZUSZKIEWICZ, BRANDON; CARROLL, DJ; CHAVEZ, TARA; ENGLE, KELLIE; FRITSCH, PATRICK; GARCIA-ACOSTA, LUIS; GENTILE, RACHEL; GIGANTI, ASHLEY; HERRERA, ALEXIS; LAMEY, KELLY; MCNALLY, SHANE; MONTANO, SIDNEY; PAHL, SARA; REYNAGA, EDITH; RODRIGUEZ, IRVING; SANCHEZ, ARALY; SEDEY, MATTHEW; STROJNY, MICHAEL; TAYLOR, ANDREA; TORRES, JORDAN; VARGAS, MARVIN; WHALEN, MAIA Salary Range: $90,000 and Over AGUILAR, JON H; BAEDER, JEFFERY M; BAKER, MICHAEL; BEHNKE, KYRA A; BENTSEN, SAMUEL; BERAGO, MICHAEL; BERRY, MICHAEL L; BIBEL, MICHELLE M; BIGALKE, KRISTIN L; BRAY, JULIA I; CAIN, DONALD R; CANO, FREDDY; CASSIDY, LEE; CASTERTON, CHRISTINE M; CASTRO, PEDRO; CHAPPELL, MICHAEL J; CIUPULIGA, CRISTINA; CUELLAR, RAMIRO; CUSHING, GIBEL; DE MAURO, CANDICE; DIGRAZIA, SARA L; DINOVO, MARIA; DOWNEN, STEPHANIE A; DRELICHARZ, MARK J; ESCOBEDO, PATRICK A; ESHLEMAN, MELISSA; FARRELL, MARK T; FAVELA, YESENIA; GASKA, SUSAN; GERORGAKIS, RACHEL; GEORGE, GARETT A; HAHN KANAVOS, JANET; HASTINGS, BRIAN; HEALY, MALLORY; HENDRICKS, NICOLE; HETRA, CHRISTOPHER; JACKSON, STEPHANIE L; JANIK, RONALD R; JARAMILLO, JOSE; JERGER, GARRETT; KEKSTADT MR., FRANK W; KOPP, CAMERON; KOS, MARK; KORANDA, ERIC LARSON, KRISTINE L; LATKA, DANIEL J; LAUDERMITH, MICHAEL J; LEMM, LAUREN; LLANES, JENNIFER L; LYNCH, MATTHEW; MACIAS, JOSE; MADL, JASON; MARTIN, BRUCE; MCDOUGAL, SARAH; MCNULTY, SCOTT;

LEGAL NOTICES

MELLENTHIN, MARGARET L; MILLMAN, ABRA S; MILTZ, KIMBERLY; MITCHELL, MIKE; MULLINS, KELLY M; MURPHY, SCOTT; MUSCARELLO, JESSICA; MUSSMAN, GEORGE; NELSON, ANGELINE; NELSON, BENJAMIN R; NORRIS, REBECCA A; ONGTENGCO, JAMES A; NOVAK, CHRISTOPHER; PAPANICOLAOU, MICHELLE; PAYDON, EMILEE R; PAYTON, JOSH; RAJENDRAN, RANJANA; RAUSCH, MELISSA; RIEGER, JO ANNA S; RODRIGUEZ MARTINEZ, MICHELLE; RODRIGUEZ, PEDRO; RUBIO, LORENZO; SANTINELLO, LINDA L; SELUCKY, JENNIFER A; STERN, STEPHANIE; SUWANSKI, JENNIFER L; TAFT, CHARLES; TO, MELISSA M; TORRES, KELLY; VALENTE, ANNETTE; VAZQUEZ, AMY; VONDRUSKA, JERRY WARD, KATHLEEN K; WATTS, RICHARD; WEIDNER, JULIE; WELSH, PAUL A; WESELOH, KRISTY M; WILLIAMS, SEREDY M; WISNEWSKI, JILL A; WRIGHT, ELIZABETH; ZIMA, ANGELIKA A; ZUBOVIC, AIDA

GROSS PAYMENT FOR NON-CERTIFIED PERSONNEL

Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 ADAMOWSKI, JOHN; AGUILERA, PAOLA; ARGIRIS, JOHN; BANKS, KEVIN; BARR, JEREMIAH H; BIRCHFIELD, CHRISTINE; BOLETZ, JOHN; BROCK, FALONA; BROWN, AKASIA; BUSTOS, STEVEN; CADEMARTORI, JAMIE; CRUZ, BRIAN; DEAQUINO, ALEXANDRER; DECKERT, JAMES; DUMAG, PAMELA; FEINBERG, MELISSA; FOGART, ROBERT; GALEANA, ANTHONY; GARCIA, GISSEL; GAVIN, JACK; GUERRO, ALONDRA; HARRISON, MICHAEL; HERNANADEZ, CEASER; HILLARD, CLARANCE; HINE, JOSIAH; JESKE, THOMAS; JOHNSON, LUCILLE; KRAJECKI, KATE; KUKIELKO, AGATA; LELEITO, JOE; LINDER, MARY; LOPEZ, GERARDO; MENICH, SARAH; MIKOS, ALEX; MORA, LEO; MROZ, PETER; MRUGACZ, JILIAN; MURILLO, JACKIE; O’LEARY, CHIARA; PADILLA, STEPHANY; PISKORZ, KACPER; PORTO, JEFFREY F; RALPH, APRIL; RAMIREZ, ISREAL; SABALA, JASON; SANCHEZ, ARTURO; SANSONE, MIA; SPENCER, MADISON; SUCH, JOHN; SWANEK, RICHARD; THOMPSON, RACHEL; THOMPSON, REBECCA; THOMAS, MARY; TSINTSEV, SASHKO; VILCHES, MICHAEL; WAMPLER, MARCELLA; WESOLOWSKI, STELLA; WILSON, JORDAN; YANES, ELIZABETH Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 ALFARO-MANRIQUEZ, ARTURO; CANDELARIA, TANIA; CLAYTOR, IDA J; CLEMENS, SEAN; DANIGELES, DEMETRA; DANTONA, HAYLEY; DELGADO, JIVEN; DRAIN, MICHAEL; FOLEY, PATRICK; GALECKI, CYNTHIA; KADOW, RANDAL; KULPA, NANCY; KRYS, VIOLA; LETNICKY, JAMES J; MACH, JOHN; MANN, JOHN; MARQUEZ, ANGELIQUE; MCCOMB, DEBORAH; MOROZ, ANDRES; MOSQUERA FERNANDEZ, OSCAR; PORTO, MAUREEN; RAMIREZ, ROSA; RUELAS, THOMAS; SADER, KATARZYNA; SANCHEZ,

SIMON; SARALLO, KATHY; SCOTT, PATRICIA; STEIK, PHILP Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 BOHNEN, CHRISTINE; CANTLIN, THOMAS; CASTANEDA, RODRIGO; CAVAZOS, MIRIAM; DIDIER, RENEE; EHRHARDT, JAMES; DISILVESTRO, TERESE; ESQUIVEL, JUSTA; ESQUIVEL, REINA; FLANAGAN, TERESA; HERNANDEZ MEJIA, ANATILDE; LECLERCQ, CLAUDIA; LOZADA, KATHERINE; LUND, KIMBERLY; MONZON, MARTHA; MONDRAGON OSEGUERA, BELEN; NILSON, MICHAEL; OLAGUE, CESAR; PALACIO, JAIME; OLAGUE, CESER; OLMOS, JOCELYN; RIVERA-TRUJILLO, ILSA; RODWELL, KATHLEEN; SANCHEZ, CLARRISA; SANCHEZ, DIANA; SPEIDEN, LORI A; TORRES, JUSTIN Salary Range: $60,000 and Over ANZALONE SR., LARRY; ASSEM, DANIEL K; AVINA, ARMANDO; BATSON, JAMES; CARRILLO, MAGDALENA; CARTER, KEJUAN; CASTRO-SOSA, VANESSA; ENLOW, ANGELA; HALATEK, JAROSLAW; JORDAN, LINDA; KAMBIC, RICHARD; KOBEL, THOMAS; MARCHESE, CHARLES; PEREZ, RUBEN A; REYES, CRISTIAN; RHINERSON, GENEVA; RODRIGUEZ, SERGIO; RUIZ, VICTOR; RUTTENBERG, BRITTANY; VALLONE, MICHAEL; VASILIKOS, KEREN; WALTER, RODNEY

Payments over $2,500, excluding wages and salaries. Person, Firm, or Corporation Aggregate Amount A-AAGO LOCK SERVICE 10505; AAA PAVING, INC. 14500; ACHIEVE 3000 23335; ACTIVE INTERNET 3375; AMERICAN CAPITAL FIN. SVCS. 9027.67; AMERICAN FIDELITY ANNUITY TRUST 70169.92; AMERICAN FIDELITY ASSURANCE 17705.1; AMITA GLENOAKS SCHOOL 53458.8; ANDERSON LOCK 7536; ARBITER SPORTS 2727.6; ARBOR MANAGEMENT INC. 461043.23; ASSET CONTROL SOLUTIONS, INC. 3950; AT&T 4093.06; AT&T 54852.16; AXESS TRANSPORTATION 35049; BANNERVILLE 15215; BARBY K LOEB 3848.82; BE SURE CONSULTING INC. 18000; BENSENVILLE ARTS COUNCIL 3000; BENSENVILLE ELEM SCHOOL DIST 2 16282.82; BLICK ART MATERIALS 4146.1; BOB RIDINGS FLEET SALES 75248; BRAIN POP 4561.25; BRE CHOREOGRAPHY MANAGEMENT LLC 3000; BRENDA PEREZ DE TEJADA 3420; BREX SOLUTIONS INC 16744.8; BRINK SPORTSWEAR LLC 14400; BSN SPORTS 36617.5; BUS CONNECTION 6424; CALENDLY LLC 10371.6; CAMELOT THERAPUETIC SCHOOLS 39637.48; CARDIO PARTNERS INC. 3093.98; CARLOS RUIZ DJ DON CARLOS 14000; CDW GOVERNMENT 293524.88; CENGAGEBRAIN.COM 3823.13; CHELSEA MARONEY 3500; CHRIS KLESCEWSKI 16915; CHRISTY’S RESTAURANT 2540; CIMA OF ILLINOIS 6500; CINTAS 5329.16; CITIZENS TAXI DISPATCH INC. 38629; CITY OF WOOD DALE 123710.43;

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14536; KLEIN, THORPE AND JENKINS 90593.42; KNOWBE4, INC 3775.3; KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOL. 23005.58; KROESCHELL SERVICE INC. 31939.86; KRUEGER INTERNATIONAL 52670.63; KS STATE BANK 10436.28; LARSEN CONTRACTING, INC. 73130; LAURIE GEORGAS 3848.82; LAUTERBACH & AMEN, LLP 24950; LEAH JOHNSON-MANOS 2506.2; LEARN FOR LIFE CPR INC 2925; LEND 10648; LEYDEN HS - EAST CAMPUS 2667.5; LINCOLN INVESTMENT - ROTH 457B 22354.44; LINCOLN INVESTMENT RETIREMENT SERVI 53760; LINDA GILLENTINE 3848.82; LITTLE FRIENDS, INC. 17526.53;LOCAL 73 SEIU 7311.6; MAB REPAIR LLC 4000; MACMILLIAN HOLDINGS LLC 14271.89; MARK CARMEN 4301.46; MARTIN CHLAPECKA 3496.8; MASSMUTUAL ASCEND LIFEINS-ROTH 6000; MASTERLIBRARY 4750; MCGRAW HILL LLC 15374.9; MCWILLIAMS ELECTRIC CO., INC. 18800; MELANIE HAUG 3854.76; MENTA ACADEMY HILLSIDE 19774.3; MENTA ACADEMY OAK PARK 13624.78; METROPOLITAN PREP SCHOOL, INC. 29778.06; MICHAEL’S UNIFORM CO., INC. 3569; MIDLAND PAPER 18710.2; MIDWEST TRANSIT EQUIP-KANKAKEE 161375.69; MINGA SOLUTIONS 8550; MNA HOLDINGS INC 15000; MOTE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 3120; MP FIESTA MARKET INC 3698.64; MUSIC & ARTS CENTER, INC. 8958.01; NATIONAL BATTERY, INC. 7967.21; NATIONAL LIFT TRUCK INC 4077.15; NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOC 2675; NATIONAL SEATING 12991.93; NDSEC 2522199.7; NICOLE M HENDRICKS 2890.7; NICOR GAS 18109.15; NOREDINK CORP 11000; NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY 3784; NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY 18600; NUMWORKS, INC 9750; OMBUDSMAN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES 24080; ONE 80 3282; ONE TOUCH POINT 7820.13; OPPENHEIMER FUNDS - ER 5500; PANORAMA EDUCATION INC. 20625; PARKLAND PREP. ACADEMY, INC. 68305.84; PATRICK JAMES WILLIAMS 3200; PATRICK TANTILLO 3848.82; PEOPLE TRANSPORATION COMPANY 108075.95; PERFECTION LEARNING 4056.36; PITNEY BOWES GLOBAL FIN. SVCS. 3542; PORTA PHONE 3750; POWER SCHOOL GROUP, LLC 39810.72; PREMISTAR 66895.68; PRESTWICK HOUSE 5733.15; PROJECT LEAD THE WAY, INC. 3200; PURCHASE POWER 20296.63; REAL GRAPHIX 4330; REBEL ATHLETIC INC 3309.39; RECORD-A-HIT ENT 2800; REFERRAL GPS 220000; RELIANCE STANDARD LIFE INSURANCE CO 16561.08; REMIND101, INC. 4858.15; RENAISSANCE 21340; RICHARD KNUDSEN 3952.29; RICMAR INDUSTRIES 3698.16; RISICATO DESIGNS 27349.47; RISK PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORS 50827; ROBBINS SCHWARTZ 5348.22; ROBERT HODGES 3848.82; ROBERT M NELSON 3889.29; ROBIN GEORGE 3848.82; ROE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES #19 DUPAG 46690; ROGERS ATHLETIC CO. 10760; RUSH TRUCK CENTERS OF IL, INC. 24630.01; RYCOR SOLUTIONS INC. 10183; S & E INSPECTIONS INC 2538; S & M TRANSPORT 3760; S & S ACTIVEWEAR 8715.36; SAMUEL D MURDOCK 3848.82; SANDRA HAMILTON 3848.82; SANTANDER LEASING LLC 29985; SCHIELE GRAPHICS INC. 3610.58; SCHOLASTIC INC 2502.46; SCHOOL HEALTH CORPORATION 5739.37; SCHOOL MINT INC. 6783.68; SCHOOL SPECIALTY INC 3662.25; SCHOOLINKS, INC 12145; SCOTT CLARK 3873.54; SEAL OF ILLINOIS, INC. 64147.97; SECURLY 6380; SELF 194888; SEPTRAN STUDENT

PORTATION

Montini Catholic names Anne Lowery as new director of development

Montini Catholic has announced that Anne Marie Lowery is its new director of development Lowery is responsible for the planning, coordination, and implementation of an ongoing comprehensive development program that communicates the school’s philosophy, mission, values, goals and achievements.

“Ultimately, Anne Marie is responsible for executing a plan that will leverage existing and new partnerships to provide the resources

necessary for a top notch Montini experience for our students,” said Montini Catholic President Kevin Beirne in his announcement to his faculty and staff.

Lowery has worked in education for 20 years, assuming vari-

ous roles including teacher, coach, moderator, administrator, and fundraiser. She most recently served as the advancement officer at Fenwick High School.

“I believe deeply in the value of a Catholic education, which was a realization that came through experiences in public and private schools,” she said.

Raised in Lisle, Anne Marie currently resides in Westmont with her husband (Mike) and two children.

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“ i believe deeply in the value of a Catholic education, which was a realization that came through experiences in public and private schools.”

– Anne Marie Lowery, Director of Development

“The development and fundraising efforts are critical to the success of Catholic high schools,” said Beirne. “Anne Marie arrives at a moment in our school’s history in which we are primed to grow this effort. She brings an incredibly engaging presence, superb strategic thinking, a sharp intellect, natural leadership instincts, and dedication to Catholic education that will have a transformative impact on our school community.

“I’m thrilled to partner with Anne Marie to grow our fundraising effort, further engage our stakeholder

groups, and advance the important mission of our school community.”

“It is clear that there is something special here at Montini,” said Lowery. “I am thrilled to be a part of this wonderful community and to have the opportunity to lead the development team as it works to ensure that Montini has the resources it needs to provide the best possible experience for each Bronco now and into the future.”

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Anne Marie Lowery with Montini Catholic President Kevin Beirne.

GROSS PAYMENT FOR CERTIFIED PERSONNEL

Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 Arruabarrena, Mariana; August, Allyssa J; Ayala, Alyssa Pacini; Cancel, Haley; Carlson, Jennifer Lee; Carrillo, Rosario; Ciesla, Kathryn Mary; Congdon, Raecheal; Connolly, Michelle; Cook Jr., John; Cottrell, Michelle Maria; Dalanaj Shingjini, Erida; Delgado, Ana Maria; Eltman, Vincenza; Ettelbrick, Zachary W; Fedor, Kristen; Galvan, Diana; Garay, Arcelia; Gizynski, Sydni; Godawski, Zuzanna; Gomez, Giselle; Guajardo, Sheri Lynn; Gunger, Patricia A; Guzman, Dora M; Herron, Romi Aki; Hohenzy, Keven P; Howington, Ryan; Huezo, Gloria Teresa; Jandura, Barbara; Kloss, Alina; Krajecki, Kathyrine; Krejca, Chaelee Marie; Kulze, Lisa Carolyn; Lee, Shayna Hye Joo; Levin, Jamie Elizabeth; Lizak, Marie Celeste; Llanes, Jaaziely; Lopez Diaz, Nataly C; Ludwigsen, Timothy Ryan; Ly, Rauthany; Lynott, William; Mark, Jessica Paige; Maucieri, Stephanie Ann; Mazza, Elizabeth A; Mazzucchi, Andria Marie; McAllister, Katelynn Lillian; Mellody-Pizzato, Barbara; Michalesko, Francis; Mixon, Annemarie C; Mobeen, Sana; Morgen, Roland Terrence; Mousavi, Nasrin; Ninan, Christina; O Connell, Kevin; Ochoa, Yesenia; Palafox, Estefania; Perez, Tara Elise; Piekutowski, Monika Wioletta; Rezulak, Amy Ryann; Richardson, Suzanne Renee; Rixie, Claire Alexandra; Rodriguez, Aida; Scott, Michelle; Shabaker, Michelle; Stephens, Claire; Stewart, Aaron; Sublett, Dustin M; Tsipianitis, Michelle Irene; Vallejo, Guadalupe V; Volpe, Mariel; Waite, Suzanne M; Wazir, Katherine; Weber, Jennifer Catherine; Zajczenko, Alexander Salary

Range: $25,000 - $39,999 Callahan-Maciasz, Elizabeth Therese; Dolgin, Brandee; Glomp, Kimberly K; Irizarry, Hannah Elva; Lukanich, Kelly Susan; Ramel, Matthew Michael; Wolod, Erin Elizabeth Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 Alberico, Emma Grace; Arado, Megan Marie; Bajzek, Emily; Becker, Cameron Rose; Bek, Gloria; Bendik, Diane Ellen; Brauer, Brian Garrett; Bucaro, Jennifer; Campanile, Angela Maria; Campos, Vanessa; Casey, Elizabeth; Chamberlin, Hope; Chlimon, Tania Georgos; Cotsiomitis, Rosalia Donna; Cunniff, Lauren Irene; Cygnar, Julia Kendall; Davalos, Zulema; DelRio, Alan; Diaz, Sarah Elizabeth; Esparza Crisostomo, Kattya Aurora; Esparza, Elizabeth; Fayyaz, Nisa; Fernandez, Carol Melissa; Fitzer, Karen Ann; Foss, Giovanna Concetta; Galvan, Jose Guadalupe; Gammons, Matthew Jacob; Gnan, Chelsea Emily; Greco, Caitlin Marie; Grogan, Lillian; Gutierrez, Jennifer; Hernandez, Cristal; Hlustik, Chloe; Holcomb, Rachel Christine; Ibeling, Tracy Stephany; Kowall, Michelle Margarite; LaPrall, Sara Christine; Lawson, Abigail F; Lee, Alyssa; Leedom, Rachel Eleanor; Lincoln, Kayla; Malana, Martha Jane; Masghati, Rameela; Morley, Allison Elaine; Morrison, Emily A; Novak, Mary Therese Kelly; Nunez, Yesenia; O Toole, Skyelar Morgan; Olakowski, Christina Marie; Palacios, Alicia Lizeth; Pantaleon, Nilda; Patterson, Samantha Rae; Perry, Katie Elizabeth; Presa, Kelly; Ramel, Susan Anne; Recinos, Rachel Elizabeth; Re-

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Illinois man awarded military honors including Purple Heart, Bronze Star at Governor’s Mansion

Chase Wilhelm recognized for ‘selflessness and heroism’ in response to Jan. 28 attack on base

By Jerry Nowicki CaPitOL nEWS iLLinOiS

A downstate Litchfield man was recently awarded a Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor among other honors at the Governor’s Mansion.

Major Chase Wilhelm’s superiors said he saved lives and “demonstrated selflessness and heroism” on Jan. 28 when his base in Jordan was hit by a drone attack. More than 100 soldiers were wounded, but some survived because of Wilhelm’s care, his base commander, Lt. Col. Enrique Monreal said.

Monreal said as he and Wilhelm arrived at the scene, he needed to “give nothing more but a glance” for his colleague to act.

“Upon witnessing the grave devastation and chaos, Chase, without hesitation, immediately took charge of the site, began to search and recovery efforts. Found the wounded that was trapped beneath the burning wreckage of what was their living quarters,” Monreal said.

Wilhelm gave first aid, including applying a tourniquet to a soldier whose arm was mangled in the attack. He repeatedly entered the flames and rubble to retrieve wounded soldiers and the bodies of three who died in the attack.

An Army chaplain, Wilhelm provided sacramental rights to the fall-

en soldiers and organized a transport detail for their remains. He also supported all staff and wounded soldiers that gathered at the collection point following the attack.

While Wilhem said he was honored by the accolades, he said they served as a symbol of the courage of the 340 soldiers who responded to the assault.

“Everyone thinks that they will be the person that runs into the burning building,” he said. “I think we all think that we would do that, but you don’t know until you have felt those flames. You don’t know until you’ve felt that heat and seen that chaos. And to be very, very, very clear, I was not alone. The 340 other people at that base did their jobs and ran into those flames as well.”

He was also honored with the Four Chaplains Award, the Army Commendation Medal with Combat Device and the Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal.

Gov. JB Pritzker and U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski were among those who honored Wilhem at the ceremony.

Wilhelm gave Pritzker an Illinois flag he had flown at the base and gave Budzinski an American flag that he said flew during the attack and was transported with the bodies of the fallen soldiers.

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Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 ACESAR; ACOCHRAN; ADEANGELIS-MARSHALL; ADEVASTO; AGRECCO; AMAZZUCCHI; AVANDERMEER; AWATSON; BBERUMEN; BFARINELLA; BKELSAY; BMURPHY; CCREIGHTON; CDAVELIS; CHERRERA; CRICHARDSON; DHAY; DLEMONS; DTALLMAN; ED’ANTONIO; EHOSTER; EKOCHERT; GMONNIER; GOLINSKI; JBOUDOURIS; JKUENNE; JMCNAUGHTON; JMILLER; JWALKER; JWALSH; KALLEN; KBENDER; KKOSIOR; KPAWLOW; LDI;SILVIO; LFINCH; LJONES; MARROYO; MCAPUTO; MHUBBARD; MJIMENEZ; MMICELI; MPOLLINA; MROSS; MSALGADO; NGLAMOCLIJA; NMUCHOWICZ; NVILLASENOR; PPAEA; RDEFILIPPIS; RFIORIO; RKAPPEL; RKEAVY; RRODRIGUEZ; RVACCO JR; SALTAF; SBOISSE; SBOWER; SFREGA; SMOKRY; SRIVERA; STARULLO; SWOZNIAK; TBATES; TNELSON; VDAVIS; VDIAZ; WJOHNSON; WKETTELKAMP; ZHORNSTEIN Salary Range:$25,000 - $39,999 EMATYSEK; GDESMEDT; LDUDAS; MSTOLTZ; RPELAGIO Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 AHAGE; AROHLFING; BBENNETT; COCHOA; JBENITEZ; JCORONA; JHAMPTON; MBUCK; MMARANOWICZ; THOCKENSMITH; TSTONE Salary Range: 60,000 - $89,999 AANDERSON; AGOMEZ; AGONZALEZ JR.; AMILLER; ASIERRA; AWILSON; CSHOUP; CSYCHTA; DMARINE; DZAROU; EDORADO; EHUTCHINSON; EKANE; FCRONE; GKISH; GSANCHES; GSINAGRA; HFOSTER; IJUVAN; IWITTE; JANTONIO; JGALVAN; JHARTMAN; JHILARIO; JKRAGEL; KGRADY; LBRENNAN; LMCKENNA; LWEINBRENNER; MKALIC; MKING; MPEREZ; MPORTER; MROSENGRANT; MVALADEZ; NGOMEZ-MORAN; NMALIK; ORODRIGUEZ; PSUBERS; RMANLEY; RPERONTO; RVOGT; SGARCIA; SMILLER; VMARTINEZ; YOCAMPO; ZJOINER Salary Range: $90,000 and Over ABELTRANO; ACOLETTA; AEAKLEY; AEDWARDS; AFERRARO; AGEBHART; AGROSSART; AJACKSON; ALENAGHAN; ALU; AMCSWEENEY; AMITCHELL; ANIX; ANOWAK; APENNELLA; APESCHKE; ARENDAK; ARIZVI; AROBLES; ASEVERINO; ASTARK; ASTOMBRES; ASULLIVAN; ATELLO; AVACA; AWELTIN; AWILHOIT; BBLAIR; BCHELMECKI; BCOLLERAN; BCOLLINGS; BDONALDSON; BESLICK; BFENSKE; BLYONS; BMAGUIRE; BMAHER; BPULIA; BSCHMIT; BSHANAHAN; CAVDIU; CBAZANT; CCALANDRA; CDUNK; CERWIN; CGRICE; CKANE; CKUO; CPALUMBO; CPERKINS; CSHERIDAN; CSKALA; CSMITH; CTATE; CTRAPANI; CVALA; CWARE; CZAMORA-FAILLA; DARIANO; DBANNON; DBRINK; DCOCHRAN; DFERNANDEZ; DFLIEGEL; DGARCIA; DHARRIS; DKRAUSE; DMARTINEZ; DMILLER; DRAMIREZ; DSPAIN; DSTYLER; DVARGAS; DWHITTAKER; ECRAIG; EDELACRUZ; EENGEL; EGROTH; ENORBERG; ERODRIGUEZ; ESIANIS; ESULLIVAN; ETIU; EZWART;

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FZAYED; GHORABIK; GSTRZELCZYK; GWALKER; HAYALA; HSUTTON; HWALSH; ICARRANZAHEGNER; IJIMENEZ; IMASON; INEVAREZ; JANDREWS; JANGLE; JBARBANENTE; JBECERRA; JBOBEK; JBOLSINGER; JBRYERS; JBUGAJSKY; JBURNS; JCLARK; JCONNOLLY; JDELEON; JDELREAL; JDOWLING; JEPPLE; JFOSTER; JFOUSER; JGOURLEY; JHEGNER; JHELTON; JHERNANDEZ; JJOHNSON; JKEDVESH; JKOWALSKI; JLASCHINSKI; JMAHONEY; JMIR; JMURPHY; JNELLESSEN; JPERUSICH; JPHILLIPS; JRANA; JRASSO; JSCHULMEISTER; JSIMOUSEK; JSOKOLOWSKI; JWHITE; JZIEBKA; JZWART; KBONK; KCOERPER; KDOWNER; KHANEY; KINZINGA; KKLIMEK; KLIPOWSKI; KMARSTON; KMARTINEZ; KMIKESELL; KOLSON; KQUINN; KRAETHZ; KREDDING; KSANTINI; KSTRAND-CARROLL; KTHOMAS; KWILSON; KWOLCOTT; LALLENSPACH; LALMANZA-FERNANDEZ; LBUGAJSKY; LCALO; LCESCOLINI-BOYER; LDELATORRE; LFRAZIER; LGARCIA; LLOPEZ; LMAGNAVITE; LMARZEC; LPINA; LTHOMAS; MBARNEY; MBAUERS; MBOLDEN; MBURNS; MCHORAZYCZEWSKI; MCLAPPER; MCOCHRAN; MDORO; MFERNANDEZ; MFRANCISCO; MGALFI; MHAUSSMANN; MJOHNSON; MJONES; MKENNEDY; MLINDGREN; MMAROTTA; MMOLINA; MMORALES; MMURPHY; MOLSON; MPHILLIPS; MRAMON; MROSS; MSCOTT; MSULLIVAN; MTHOMPSON; MVALESKI; MWARREN; MWILLIAMS-RIVERA; MZAUCHA; NHILDRETH; NKOTHARI; NPINGEL; NSTACHWILEN; NWAHLGREN; NWOODBURY; ODAVIS; PMONTGOMERY; PPARPET; PRANSOM; PSTEWART; RBAZON; RBUDLER; RDALY; RDINI; RDOMERACKI; RHENEGHAN; RJANUSZ; RKAROS; RMORRIS; RORTIZ; RSCHADER; RSERIO; RWATHIER; RWRIGHT; SBELKNAP; SBRIDGES; SBRUNS; SCHOJNACKI; SCOLE; SENNIS; SFORCASH; SGIERTZ; SGROBSTEIN; SNELSON; SNITKA; SNOLAN; SNUNEZ; SOROS; SPHILLIPS; SPUCCINI; SWOJCIK; TARTMAN; TBENDICSEN; TGATSES; THUBNER; TLINWOOD; TMANKA; TMARZULLO; TMILLER; TMURPHY; TWILSON; TWOEBEL; TWOLFF; VHUMPHREY; VJALOSZYNSKI-REAM; VSPILOTRO; VWISNER; YSHAH; YTSAGALIS GROSS PAYMENT FOR NONCERTIFIED PERSONNEL Salary Range: Less Than $25,000

ABREGMAN; ACAKO; ADISTASIO; AETHERIDGE; ALAIQ; APARKER; AVEGA; AWISE; BCHASTAIN; BNEFF; BNOYOLA; CBRECHIN; CBRUNO; CFELICIANO; CLESNIAK; CNELMS; CSCIMECA; DBOWIE; DBROWN; DESPINOZA; DWHITAKER; EGUSTAFSONJR; FHOLLOWAY; FNINO; FSIKORSKI-MARTIN; FVILLEGAS; GJAMES; GTENUTO; HBRUNO; HKUPFER; HLORENZOPAULINO; IDEHARO; IESCAMILLA; JBURNS; JDUNN; JGRADO; JHAWTHORNE; JKANDICH; JKELLY; JLOIZZO; JSMITH; JSMITH; JTYSZKIEWICZ; KFIORE; KPERRY; KSMITH;

KSMITH; KUDROW; KVASSAR; LCANO; LMUELLER; LNEANDER; LODLEWHITE; LOWENS; MLORESCH; MMOLINA; MNELSON; MROCHA; MRODRIGUEZ; MUTECH; NGRUBISICH; ODHAMO; PHOCHHEIMER; PTOMAS; RDRIGGERS; RLAVERY; RREHDER; RSHARMA; SDIAZ; TROSS-YUSUFF; VMARTINEZ; XROJBA Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 AGONZALEZ; AHALL; AMELEQI; APORTILLO; ARUIZ; ASEYMORE; ASTEININGER; BBUKSINSKA; BDEFILIPPIS; BJUVAN; BTHEDE; BZAWOJSKA; CRESTIVO; CRODRIGUEZ; DBARRIOS; DMOXLEY; DWHEELER; FTERRACCIANO; GGOMEZ; ISAUCEDO; JDEMBY; JMERSCH; KANDERSON; KBHATT; KFISHER; KHARRINGTON; KMORRIS; KPIERROPOULOS; KVENEGAS; LAGUIRRE; LBEHRENDT; LDIEDERICH; LLABARBERA; LNORK; LZACCARO; MBEDOYA GIL; MBIESIADA; MCARLSON; MGRECO; MKALBAS; MLINDHORST; MLOPEZ; MLOUIS; MMARISIE; MMCLOUGHLIN; MMILLER; MMINOR; MRAZO; NZIMMERMANN; OFARROWE; RBHATT; RCARLSON; RHARVEY; RKRAWCZYKOWSKI; RMONTOYA; RPETRBOK; RPORTILLO; RSTRUNKS; SKHURRAM; SSCHWIEGER; SVENCHUS; TRAFIQ; VCHAIDEZ; VGOMEZ; VNOYOLA; VTAYLOR; WHERTZ; YOCANA Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 AAGUIRRE; ADUBEAU; APEREZ; AVEGA; BGILBERT; BMEREDITH; CBERES; CCALDERON; CHUDSON; CMERINO; CREZEK; DELLIS; DMURPHY; EDELGADO; EGUERRA; GKARIS; GMUCHA; GTERRAZAS; JARROYO; JCARREON-FACIO; JDEGNAN; JGARCIA; JNEUMANN; JO’DONNELL-LOZA; JVENTURA; KGRADY; KHICKEY; KJACKSONPETRELLA; KTAYLOR; LFRANCO; LGRUNSCHEL; LJRAB; LOBRZUT; LORTIZ; LRADTKE; MBAZALDUA; MMARTINEZ; MPORTERA; MZANKO; NBEAUSOLEIL; NVEGA; PBRADFORD; PMAKRINSKI; RBOISSE; RSEELEY; SDEANGELO; SKUCHEFSKI; SMENDEZ; SSAJDAK; SSHAH; TSULITA; VBANUELOS; VFLOWERS; WCROWDER Salary Range: $60,000 and Over AHOLOD; AMUNGER; ARICHARDSON; AVILLEGAS; AWILSON; AZAAGMAN; BHOEHN; BJAKUPI; BMISSANELLI; BWENTZ; CHOEHN; CILIESCU; CLITTLE; CPETRBOK; CSYPERSKI; DBENDFELDT; DMUHLENA; DPETROWSKI; DTHOMPSON; EBUCKLEY; EDELGADO; EROMERO; FARNOLD; FBARAHONADIAZ; GCHANEZ; GDHAMO; IAQUINO; IDAOU; IRODRIGUEZ; JBONDI; JCITRANO; JCOSGROVE; JHOEFLINGER; JLAROSA; JMCHUGH; JNACHT; JZHANG; KCOSIO; KHEFLIN; KRYAN; LCROTTY; LDINATALE; LTORNABENE; MBELINTENDE; MDELACRUZ; MGARLITZ; MIVANCEVIC; MMANHART; MOPLAWSKI; MREITER; MWANGLER; NFEDERICK; PFLORES; PSIKORSKI; PSZWANKOWSKI; RBACHNER; SDECKER; SHERNANDEZ; SKANARA; SKRAUSE; SKURAS; SLAM; SLEWANDOWSKI; SVOEGELI; THAYDEN; THOMAN; TKI-

KOS; VNOYOLA; VNOYOLA PAYMENTS TO PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION OVER $2,500

EXCLUDING WAGES AND SALARIES Person, Firm, or Aggregate Corporation

ACADEMY 7,945

HIGHER LEARNING 7,946 KRISTIAN COERPER 8,000 FOX VALLEY FIRE & AFETY CO. 8,001 FLINN SCIENTIFIC, INC. 8,007

PEST

INC 8,017 INDEPENDENT HARDWARE, INC 8,042

SPANNUTH BOILER 8,063

IXL LEARNING, INC 8,150

BADGER HARDWOODS OF WI., LTD 8,171

HANN’S CHRISTMAS FARM LLC 8,225

FINEST

LEARNING INC 8,371

TOWNSHIP

DIST. 87 8,373

MEADOWS 8,385

DECA 8,503

LEGAL NOTICES

SCREEN PRINT 10,327 FOREST PRINTING 10,374

UNIFIRST CORPORATION 10,567 APPLE COMPUTERS 10,623

VILLA PARK ELECTRICAL SUPPLY 10,625

NORTHEAST DUPAGE FAMILY AND YOUTH 10,700

GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL 10,867

GLOBAL INSTALLATIONS INC 10,897

BANNERVILLE USA, INC. 10,975

TROPHIES BY GEORGE 11,149 GOPHER SPORT 11,255

SKILLSUSA ILLINOIS, INC 11,298

LOUISE MCSWEENEY 11,372

ILLINOIS PREP TOP TIMING 11,446

DUPAGE DIST #88 COUNCIL 11,459

SUPER CDA 11,490

SAM’S CLUB 11,567

NILAY WOODBURY 11,579

CGMT, INC 11,593

NAVIGATE WELLNESS LLC 11,647

LAKE-COOK DISTRIBUTORS, INC. 11,760

JASON’S DELI 11,892

ALPHAGRAPHICS #468 12,042

DREISILKER ELECTRIC MOTORS 12,189 JEFFREY D LASCHINSKI 12,199

VARSITY SPIRIT FASHIONS

RESTAURANT

HEALTH CORPORATION 12,891

DOLLAMUR SPORT SURFACES 13,000

PERFORMANCE CHEMICAL & SUPPLY

WAY EDUCATION LLC 13,265

THOMSON REUTERS WEST 13,329

ALLIED GARAGE DOOR, INC. 13,416

REGINA M WATHIER 13,448

MAD BOMBER FIREWORKS 13,500

ABT ELECTRONICS INC 13,597

ROBBINS SCHWARTZ 13,625

RB CROWTHER CO 13,718 LIFE FITNESS LLC 13,744

BROOK CATERING COMPANY 13,850

ASSURED SOLUTIONS 14,005

LEVONNE M CESCOLINIBOYER 14,102 MPS 14,424

CAPUTOS FRESH MARKET 14,737

CENTURY LAUNDRY DISTRIBUTING INC 14,865 MENARDS 14,922

DELL COMPUTER CORP. 15,223

GREAT LAKES COCA-COLA 15,335

WEST SUBURBAN CONFERENCE 15,465

AXESS TRANSPORTATION 15,494

MUSIC AND ARTS 15,558 ALL FLOW SERVICES INC 15,569

S.E.A.L. SOUTH, INC. 15,625

SMITH SECKMAN REID INC 15,660

SAVVAS LEARNING COMPANY LLC 15,676

BRIDGET COLLERAN 15,683

COLLEGE OF DUPAGE 16,200 MOHAWK LIFTS

GROSS PAYMENT FOR CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL

Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 GUIDO, MELISSA ELIZABETH; HAGEMEYER, ELISABETH LEIGH; HERNANDEZ, MARIA GUADALUPE; NOVAK, JANET E; ORENSTEIN, BROOKE ERIN; PETERSON, KEVIN JAMES; PIERCE, ASHLEIGH ; PINE, JODI W; RITCHIE, JOSEPH J; ROBERTSON, ARIANNA ; SCOTT, SUSAN A; TOBIN, MOLLY NICOLE Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 BRASIE-IWANSKI, STEPHANIE JEAN; HILL, SARA ALEXANDRA; KRUZIC, ALLISON A; SCIMECA, GAIL JOHNSON; STENSLIK, KRISTIN BRIGITA; THOMPSON, HANNAH OLIVIA Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 AIELLO, RYAN A; ALBERICO, ALEXANDRA LEE; BYRD, JOHN DANIEL; CHACON, LORRAINE ; CORONADO, ZACHARIAS JOSEPH; COULTER, ABIGAIL PORTER; CRABTREE, SOPHIA ROSE; CROSS, KATHRYN CHRISTINE MEANS; CURI, KATHERINE SUZANNE; FUGMAN, KIMBERLY TRISH; GUERRERO, ANDREA ; HAINEY, WENDY LYNN; HAMMOND, GARRET CHANDLER; HAN, HAYLEY ROST; HANSOTI, MAYA VYAS; HENDRY, ZACHARY JAMES SCOTT; HOLMAN, CORBYN LEIGH; HUSSEIN, ABEER AHED; JARASEK, JAMES PHILIP; JOHNSON, ZACHARY DARRELL; JORDAN, ISABELLE ANNA; KOSANDA, AMANDA JEAN; KOSIK, KRISTIN LYNN; KUKULSKI, AMANDA THERESE; LOCONTE, MELISSA LAURIN; MANCINI, ANNA CHRISTINE; MARTINEZ, NEREIDA ; MCDONALD-KETELSEN, RACHELE ROSE; MESSINA, STEPHANIE ANNETTE; MEZA, SUZANNAH CLAIRE; MUELLER, KATIE ELIZABETH; NOVAK, LINDSAY ANNE; NUNLEY, TAYLOR LEE; OCHENKOWSKI, ALYSSA MARGARET; PAPPAS, JAMES ; PHELPS, JONATHAN DAVID; PRAGIDES, STEPHANIE ; RICHARDSON, LEANNE KELLY; SAUER, LAUREN CRISTINE; SCHEDLER, LACEY DAWN; SCHMIDT, LESLIE LEE; SCHWARZ, RACHEL ANNE; SHEPARD, JENNIFER MARIE; SILHAVY, CAMRYN MELISSA; SOLIS, HECTOR M; SPRING, PAULA TOUSIGNANT; SUNTKEN, REBECCA MARY; THIESFELD, MEGAN ELIZABETH; TROSTLE, JOY ANN; WITTMAN, ADAM ; WYMAN, ELIZABETH A; ZITO, JEANNINE Salary Range: 60,000 - $89,999 ACCARDI, MARISSA LYNN; ALIS, MARGARET MAE; ALLEN, KEVIN E; ALVEY, KELLY M; ANDERSON, MEGAN MARY; ARIAS, BLANCA BERENICE; ARREGUIN, AZUCENA ; BAXTROM, AMANDA JOY; BENT, RONALD ; BLUMSTEIN, AMY LEIGH; BRENNAN, MARLENE ; BURLINGAME, ZACHARY ROBERT; CAMPBELL, SUSAN JOY; CARPENTER, MELISSA ; CASTRO, NATALIE ; CELAYA, LAURA RENEE; CERICOLA, ANNA MARIE; CHRISTOPHERSON, LAURA ANNE; CONNELLY, REBECCA ANN; COURTNEY-LENO, MICHELLE KATHLENE; CRESPO, MELANIE AIKSA; CROCELLO, MEGHAN MARIE; CROWE, KATHERINE GRECO; CROWLEY, KAREN

LEGAL NOTICES

OATWAY; CRUM, MARGARET HOLPER; DALY, DEBRA LYNN; DELACRUZ, DANIELLE DENISE; DEMERIS, LISA MARIE; DEPASQUALE, KRISTA A; DEPASQUALE, MARCUS J; DIGIOVANNI, BENJAMIN JOSEPH; DINARDI, STEPHANIE DANIELLE; DIPIETRA, DEANNA MARIE; DONNELLY, MEGAN ELIZABETH; ELLIS, KATHLEEN ERIN; FALLEN, KATHRYN CONNOLLY; FEENEY, AMANDA A; FEIGH, TIMOTHY M; FORS, ANDREW L; FOSTER, MELISSA ANN; FRITSCHE, JACLYN M; GABLIN, KRISTINE BUCHEIT; GALLEGOS GONZALEZ, JAVIER ALEJANDRO; GERBER, JENNA CHRISTINE; GIOVANNELLI, JOSEFINA ; GLADE, REBECCA RENEE; GONZALEZ BONET, PAOLA BERNICE; GONZALEZ, ANGELICA ESPINO; GUDZ, LORI JOY; GUERRERO, MONICA ; GUZMAN, JESSICA ; HAUGEN, KELLY PATRICIA; HAZEL RUDDEN, KIMBERLY ; HIQUIANA, LESLIE ANN; HOLMES, PATRICK W; HOLMES, SUSAN M; ISAACSON, KRISTI JEANNE; JACKLIN, DENISE MARIE; JOHANSON, LAURA ANN; JOHNSON, KATHRYN LYNN; KEDROWSKI, STEVEN EDWARD; KEMPKER, PATRICIA L; KLAMO, KATIE ; KLAUSEGER, LAURIE ; KRAMER, KAYLEE KRISTEN; KUBILIUS, LAUREN MARIE; KUCIK, CHRISTA MICHELLE; KUEHLMAN, KAREN MARIE; KUEPER, JONATHON A; LABORN, MICHELLE INGER; LABORN, ROBERT J; LEWELLYAN, GINA ; LINNIG, KELSEY ; LODESKY AVILA, CHRISTINE THERESA MULLEN; LUSE, MADELINE MARIE; MACDONALD, LEANN M; MAHER, THOMAS ; MANATA, ANTHONY R; MANZANO, GABRIELA ; MAYA, JOSSELYN D; MEES, KIMBERLY ; MEHTA, SARAH HELEN; MEISSNER, JESSICA MARIE; MENDOZA, RAFAEL ANGEL; MERRY, HEATHER DAWN; MIXA, SARAH MAE; MORALES, QUINTIN T; MOSCICKI, KELLY FORDE; NIKISCHER, KARA MARIE; O’CALLAGHAN, AMY BETH; ORIZABA, EMILY LOIS; ORSI, ROSANNE MARIE; OTTESEN, RENEE A; PIATT, LAURA MAREK; PLACZEK, CARLY M; PROSEK, JACOB MICHAEL; PUC, MARTIN A; QAZI, ASMA JABEEN; RAHSCHULTE, DIANE M; RAMIREZ, KELLY A; REARDON, ALEXANDRA ROSE; RELYEA, ALYSSA BERNICE; REYNOLDS, KELLY L; REZNER, KIMBERLY K; ROMEO, LUCIANA THERESE; ROSS, JOHN CURTIS; ROTI, DANIELLE JEANNE; SANTANA, DIANA ; SARANTOS, JASON T; SCAHILL, AURORA C; SCHEELE, ERICA MICHELLE; SCHOLTES, KRISTY ARLENE; SCHWARZ, LINDSAY ANN; SENYUZ, FUNDA ; SIMKO, KAREN MICHELLE; SINGAPORI, HEMLATA Y; STEBER, MARGARET HELEN; STEINWAY, KIMBERLY JILL; STUMPF, LAURA C; SUH, JANE YOUNG; SULLIVAN, BRENDA ANN; TALSMA, NICOLE JEAN; TARRANT, ESTELLE ; TORTO, MELANIE ANN; ULCZAK, ANNA THERESE; VAN MEIR, LESLIE CRAWFORD; VAN MILLIGEN, ANDREW E; VERSACI, THERESA MARIE; VITALE,

JACQUELINE MARY; VIZCARRA, JESSICA ANNA; VOSS, ANGELA SUE; VOSS, CAROL ANN; WEGNER, LAUREN ; WEIR, JEROME R; WIEGEL, SCOTT D; WOEHR, WENDY E; ZALABAK, MARY KAY; ZAPPAS, JENNIFER MARIE; ZITZER, ELLEN THERESE Salary Range: $90,000 and over ADAMS, CAROLYN ANN BENNETT; ALDRIDGE, KIMBERLY K; ALIGA, NORMAN V; ALLAN, LAURA ; AMRHEIN, JILL A; ARADO, CHRISTINE L; ARENAS, ESTHELA ; ARNONE, MARILYN LYNN; BAMBAS, PATRICE M; BETZ-CAHILL, CHRISTINA ANN; BLYTH, ANNE ; BOHLIN, MIA M; BOLIN, CATHERINE MARIE; BROWN, DIANA L; BULLIVANT, LORI JENKINS; CALIENDO, BARBARA E; CEDERBLAD, MARTHA J; CHALLENGER, TARA A; CHAMBERS, SHAWNA LYNELLE; CHAVEZ, KARINA ; CHRISTIANSEN, JEANNETTE MARIE; CLOT, DAVID M; CLOW, GABRIELLE A; COCO, HEATHER ELIZABETH; COOK, JENNIFER L; DART, SCOTT M; DAVEY, MELISSA K; DE LUCA, JAMIE BRUNTON; DEBRUIN, JENNIFER KENDALL; DERDENGER, ANDREA MICHELLE BAEHL; DUBOIS, LAURA COLLEEN; EAGAN, JEFFREY THOMAS; EICHHOLZ, HOLLY M; ELLIOTT, JENNIFER L; EMERSON, CASSANDRA MANISCALCO; ENRIGHT, NADINE M; ERMITAGE, JILL M; FARQUHAR, DAVID G; FARQUHAR, NICOLE LEIGH; FINDYSZ, VICTORIA LYNNE; FINE, NAOMI A; FINKE, JENNIFER M; FUGARINO, KIMBERLY ANN; FULMER, CHRISTINE ; GARCIA, AZUCENA ; GARCIA-ALIGA, NANCY PATRICIA; GASTON, RAUL ; GERBER, KATHY B; GIGOUS, MARGARET E; GIORDANO, SARAH J; GRABER, BRIAN ; GUARE, LINETTE ; HEATH, CHRISTOPHER M; HOLPER, ELLEN MARY; HUCKSTADT, GREGG T; HUDECEK, HOLLY J; HUIZINGA, STEPHANIE ANN; JANSSEN, JILL E; JOHNSON, DAVID K; KAYSER, RACHEL SHARONE; KOCIMSKI, KATHLEEN C; KOPPEL, JOSEPH B; KUENSTLER, KELLY A; KULOVITS, MATTHEW G; LABARBERA, GINA MARIE; LARSEN, ANN M; LEE, CARLY JOY; LEINWEBER, FREDERIC G; LOBDELL, SUZANNE K; LOFTUS, KRISTEN MARY; LOPEZ, KELLY S; LOWE, DIANE T; LUNDAL, ELIZABETH ; MAHER, ELAINE M; MAJER, DAWN M; MALECHA, ELLEN R; MASCHERI, MICHELLE M; MEYER, ANNE E; MEZA, JAMIE S; MORSE, JULIE K; MURPHY, RENEE K; NELSON, LORRAINE E; NERI, MARY JANE ; NETTLETON, KELLY DOYLE; NIEVES, MARIBELL ; OSTERMAN, CHRISTINE R; OWENS, VANESSA LOWEEN; PAKELTIS, CAROLYN ANNETTE; PALMISANO, ANTHONY JOSEPH; PARDE, JENNIFER L; PARIS, ANDREA M; PASEK, FAITH A; PRESTER, AMY SIKORSKI; RAMSEY, JONATHAN L; REES, CHRISTINA R; RIGGS, ELIZABETH A; RILEY, WESLEY LEE; RITT, JONATHAN D; RIVERA, BRENDA Y; RODENBOSTEL, MICHELLE L; SCHOONVELD, ROBERT K; SCHUELE, KATHLEEN M; SCIULLO, ANDREA ANN; SERIO, CYNTHIA A; SHANAHAN, ELIZABETH A; SHOCKEY, TRACY ESTELLE; SIMCOX, PAULA A; SIMPKINS, KRISTIN ANN; SITRICK, ELIZABETH EDEN; SLUSHER, BETH A; SPEAKMAN, LISA ANN; SPYCHALSKI, ANNETTA MARIA; STANEK KUREK, CARRIE L; STERN, JULIA L; STUENKEL, SUZANNE C; STUTLER, JODY E; SUTHERLAND, BETH A; THIESE, CHRISTINE A; THOMPSON, KATHRYN T; VOYT, AMANDA LYNN; WALKER, CATHLEEN M; WALLBRUCH, CHRISTINA M; WENZLOFF, DESTA G; WILLIS, ERIC E; WIRTH, DIANA HARRISON; WOJNAROWSKI, DANA LYN; ZACCARO, CHRISTINE ELIZABETH GROSS PAYMENT FOR NONCERTIFICATED PERSONNEL

Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 ACHFENNAR, JAMILA; AGUIAR, REBECA HELIENAI; AGUILA, MARITZA; ALI, NAZIA NAVAID; ALLEN, GABRIELLA LUCILLE; ALVARADO, KAILA N; ANDERSON, MAUREEN ANN; ARGUE, KHRISTOPHER ANTOINE; ARROYO, JOEY JO; BARBER, ELIZABETH MARGARET; BASHQAWI, KELLE ANN; BATTAGLIA, ALESSIO FRANCO; BAY, MAKENZIE ANN; BEATTIE, KIMBERLY KAY; BEGUM, AMEENA; BEIMLER, MICHELLE M; BENNETTE, KATIE JANE; BERGMANN, JAMES ORRIN; BERNARDINO, MARIBEL; BLACK, LAURA ANNE; BLARY, SANDRA RATNASARI; BOIGUES, TANIA A; BOLAN, AMANDA KW; BOUZAOUID, LATIFA; BOYD, MARVIN L; BROWN, NICHOLAS MICHAEL; BROWN, TERESA ROSE; BUENO, DAVID; BURRITT, LAUREL RUTH; BUTKOVICH, JOSEPH RAYMOND; BUTLER, CATHERINE ANN; CAMPION, TIMOTHY SHAWN JR; CARVER, MICHAEL DAVID; CASTILLO, ANAYELY H; CHAPMAN, BRIDGET; CHRYSOKOS, SHARYN LOUISE; CISMESIA, SARAH MARIE; CITTA, ALLISON B; CLAUNCH, MARCELLINA AGOSTINO; CLEMENTS, GEORGIANNA; COFFEY, VIRGIL RICHARD; COLLINSON, SARAH ELIZABETH; CORRAL, DESTINY LIZZETTE; CUEVAS, MELISSA; DAGGS, LAUREN AMBER; DAHM, HANNAH ELIZABETH; DALBERG, AMY NICHOLE; DART, PHILLIP JADEN; DECARLO, BRANDI LYNN; DIAMOND, JENNIFER ANN; DIEDERICH, ROBIN L; DIMRAJ, DIANA; DINASO, JEANNETTE S; EKLUND, KATHERINE M; ELGHOR, NOHA; ESCALANTE, JESUS; EWALT, JUSTINE R; FINNEGAN, KATHLEEN ROBIN; FORNER, ELISE NICOLETTE; FOWLER, MARYCRUZ; FREKE, KRISTEN ROSE; FRIERI, CARISSA RENEE; FRIGO, MARY C; GARCIA, RUBY; GAVARD, KEITH A; GAVARD, NORMA J; GEISHECKER, MARIE ANN; GILLIAM, DANA ANN; GILLONO, HEATHER JEAN; GIMBEL, MARY ANN; GIVEN, ELIZABETH DAYLE; GONZALEZ GARCES, AMILEY M; GONZALEZ, ERIKA ARACELY; GOODMAN, PATRICIA MALINDA; GOUMAA, FAYZA; GRABOWSKI, ALINA JEAN; GREENENWALD, JANICE M; GRIPPO, JULIA LYNN; GUSTAFSON, MARILYN G; HAHN, JUDITH CHRISTINE; HAMEED,

FOUZIA; HAQUE, HENA; HAUSER, RACHEL ANN; HEALE PRICE, KIMBERLEE A; HENDRICKS, STACIE JOY; HERB, JACQUELYN DIANE; HILLIGOSS, WILLIAM WESTMORELAND; HORVATH, DIANE ROSE; HOYLE, ELIZABETH M; HYZY, GENEVIEVE D; IMTINAN, BUSHRA; IVEY, KATHRYN L; JABLONSKI, JUSTYNA AGNIESZKA; JANES, CATHY ANN; JANOPOULOS, MEGAN MOLLY; JANOPOULOS, TINA LOUISE; JAVIED, MARIA; JENKINS, AMY SUZANNE; JIMENEZ FLORES, ELVIA; KAINA, MARY CATHERINE; KAINZ, NICHOLAS MICHAEL; KAINZ, WILLIAM MITCHELL; KAPICA, NICOLE; KAPPEL, RICHARD J; KARCZ, MOLLY D; KEARNEY, NANCY; KHAN, UZMA NAUSHEEN; KHATOON, NOOR ALAM; KINCANON, CAMILLE P; KINDGREN, ANDREA DANIELLE; KING, ALICIA; KMIEC, MARY C; KNUDTSON, REGINA MARIE; KOBRIGER, NICHOLAS JOHN; KOLVITZ, JUDITH MAE; KOSIK, KELLY MARIE LOSTER; KOSIOR, ELISE DANIELLE; KRAJECKI, KATHYRINE LEIGH; KRAMER, KENNETH DAWSON; KROL, ALEXA RAE; KUBAN, AMELIA ELIZABETH; KUTA, MARIANNE; LACOUR, LORRAINE M; LAKE VELEZ, CANDIE S; LAMB, ROBIN KIMBERLY; LANGELAN, JENNIFER LYNN; LANGHAM, SARA C; LANGSTON, JAWANI KIOKA; LAY, LAWRENCE ALLEN; LEISTEN, DANIELLE MARIE; LENHART, SHERRYL ANN; LEO, AMY BETH; LEONARDI, LEEANN M; LEONE, TARA L; LISBOA, ROBIN M; LITTLE, PATRICIA NAOMI; LOPEZ, ERICA; LOPEZ, ROSENDO; LUBKE, EMILY FRANCES; MAGNER, JAMES M; MALLOY, VIOLETTA JONITE; MANSURI, SABANABEN IMRAN; MARINIER, SHARON D; MARTIN, SCOTT P; MARTINEZ, MIRIAM; MAYWOOD, CATHERINE MARY; MERCADO PABON, SASHA R; MERIDA, YOANA; MEYER, CRESCENT BRETZ; MIDDLETON, AMYANN E; MILLS, DIANA LYNN; MISKA, SPENCER SINON; MOLENDA, CHRISTINA LOUISE; MONTGOMERY, DENISE A; MORRIS, CHRISTINE INGRID; MUNOZ COLCHADO, MIRIAM; MUNOZ, YESENIA; MURPHY, JERILYN C; NICHOLS BACHARACH, ELIZABETH R; NIEMANN, STEFFEN BORG; NOVOTNY, JANE T; OCHOA, AIDA ARACELI; OLINSKI, GEORGINE THERESE; PADILLA, MARILYN; PAKELTIS, SAMUEL ALGIRD; PALACIO, JULIE ANN; PALOMO, BRITTANY SUSAN; PAWELSKI, MYRA A; PEGLER, SUSAN M; PEOPLES, LEON A; PETERSON, DAWN L; PETERSON, EVELYN ANN; PETTINGER, KEELEY ANN; PILS, HEATHER L; PLACEK, REBECCA THERESE; POKLACKI, JESSICA M; PORRO, REBECCA A; PORTELL, KATIE FAYE; QUADRI, SYEDA N; QUADRI, SYEDA SAMEENA; QUIGGLE, ENA; RACZKOWSKI, KEITH; RAMIREZ, GABRIELA; REHMAN, SYED ZIA UR; REIDY, JOHN PATRICK; RIAZ, FATIMA; RISLEY, KENDRA NICOLE SALYERS; RUBIO, DENISE; RUIZ, DIANE S; RUNDELL, LISA M; RUZYCKI, CHARLENE EUGENIA; SABBAGHA, HOPE ANNETTE; SALAS, KHYLAAN; SANDS, AVA LYNN; SBEIH, HIBA; SCANDIFF, ELIZABETH MARY; SCHMITZ, SUSAN A; SCHNEIDER, CAISLYN RACHEL; SCHRADER, KURT PHILLIP J; SEBASTIAN, BRIDGET MURPHY; SEGRETI-PAULSEN, LEAH A; SELLIS, NINA JADWIGA; SEMLAK, KAITLIN M; SERIO, ROSEMARY; SHAH, NITA A; SHAH, SHILPA A; SHEELY, BRANDY MARIE; SHEIKH, SANA QADEER; SIDDIQUI, RABBYA ZAFAR; SIMEK, MICHELLE LYNN; SLINN, DAVID HENRY; SMITH, ALYSIA CHRISTINA; SMOLE, RYAN PATRICK; SMRZ, JENNIFER; SOLETHER, HANNAH ELIZABETH; SPADA, BETH MARIE; SPARANO, AMANDA; SUTOR, NANCY M; SWANSON, JAYNE L; SWINNEY, JUNE; SYEDA, SANA FATIMA; TAHER, ASIFA; TASNEEM, KHALIDA; TEMPLETON, KIMBERLY A; THIESE, CLAIRE NOELLE;

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THOMPSON, ERIN NICOLE; TRIMPER, HEIDI M; UCZEN, RICHARD T; VARGAS, ESTEPHANY DE LOS ANGELES; VARMA, NARISSA NICOLE; VARNO, LORI L; VILLALOBOS, CHERYL A; VILLANUEVA MARTINEZ, NOELIA; WEASER, KIMBERLEE ANN; WEEMS, KATRINA AUBREY; WEIBERG, THERESA MARIE; WESSELHOFF, ALYSSA MARIA; WHITSON, CENDY; WIERINGA, NADIA TODOROVA; YAHNKE, KELLY LOUISE; ZIELINSKI, ANNA ROSE; ZIERMANN, BRIAN JOSEF Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 AGUILAR, ELVIRA; AGUIRRE, JUANITA; ALLEN, NANCY A; ANDROSKY, CHRISTINE K; BARRY, EDWARD M; BARTH, TRICIA ANNE; BAY, JENNIFER MARIE; BORYS, ELLEN J; BROWN, SHANE ALEXANDER; CARLSON, KATHRYN E; CARMONA, LETICIA; CHAUDHARY, NASREEN A; CHRISTIAN, DAWN MARIE; CRAWFORD, HEATHER ANN; CUCCINOTTO, KIMBERLY LYNN; CUESTA-HERRERA, ALVA; DECICCO, EILEEN E; DIAZ, RICARDO A; ESTOCK, ANNA E; FECAROTTA, LORI A; FELLETI-LOPEZ, NICOLE; FIERSTEIN, STACY L; GALLEGOS, CARMEN; GARCIA, ROSA L; GOYAL, KOMAL AMIT; GRABOWSKI, SHEA RYAN; GRANGER, MATTHEW C; HAVIS, RAMONA G; IADANZA, SAMANTHA JANE; KLEPPE, NAYANA PATEL; KRICHBAUM, JENNIFER A; KUBAN, LISA ANN; KUBISH SMITH, ISABELLA MARIE; MAHBOOB, MOMINA; MALINE, EMILY VERONICA; MARCZEWSKI, SANDRA L; MCGINNIS, MELANIE JAYNE; MUSSATTO, HAILEY GENELLE; MUSSATTO, LORI G; NAVA, ROCIO; NICHOLS, MARIAN L; ORLANDO, NANCY L; PAVLOVSKY, HEATHER LYNNE; QUINNEY, KIMBERLY J; SALAS, DOLORES BERENICE; SCAHILL, ROBERT; SCHARDT-SANDS, DEANNA L; SOLIS, KIMBERLY RENEE; SORIA, JOSE T; STUDINGER, SCOTT A; TURNER, ANGELENA; UDDIN, NAUSHEENA TAJ; WASHINGTON, DEBORAH A; WEDER, JACQUELINE M; WHITE, CARRIE S; WOLF, CHERYL DIANE; WORRELL, WANDALYSE Salary Range: $40,000$59,999 ABBOTT, DEANNE L; AGRUSA, GIOVANNI; AGUILERA, MARIANA C; ALVERIO, SANDRA EVALIS; ANDROSKY, KEILA R; APARICIO, VIOLETA; CANALE, DEBORAH ANN; CASEY, GAYLE L; CAVAZOS, JOAN L; CINFIO, RALPH; DASZKIEWICZ, DIANE M; DECLARK, KRISTEN MARIE; DYBOWSKI, DAVID A; ELENA, ARNOLDO; ERNST, RICK E; FLANAGAN, THOMAS ALEXANDER; GLASOW, WILLIAM PETER; GREGORY, RICHARD LEE THOMAS JR; GUARE, STEVE R; HILDEBRANDT, MARY JO; HOFFMAN, DANETTE E; JILEK, TAMARA L; JUNIOR, NICOLE MARIE; KLEMM, CARRIE KRISTINE; KOSIOR, ROGER R JR; KRAUSE, LISA M; KRESSNER, DENISE A; KRIEG, CAROLYN A; LAMELA, CYNTHIA S; LANDA, AMY M; LARA, JOEL; LORING, JEFFERY ANTHONY; MARTIN, ELIZABETH; MAYER, JANET M; MOORE, ANNMARIE T; MUSIEL, MICHAEL ALFRED; NEIGHBORS, MARGARITA GARZA; NOLAN, MARGARET ELIZABETH; O’NEAL, EVERITT A; OLIVA, KIM R; PUTONG, DOROTHY A; QUIRK, RICHARD A; RIVERA, ARACELLI; SANSONE, ANGELA DIANE; SCHENK, ELIZABETH A; SCHMIDT, TAMMY A; SUAREZ, ERIKA MAGNOLIA; VANDERGRIFT BUSSE, DEBORAH L; WECKER, STACY ANN; ZAAGMAN, LAURA G Salary Range: $60,000 and over BALSITIS, TIFFANY ANN; BRESSANI, VANESSA; CARVER, KEVIN LEE JR; DAVALOS, RAUDEL; GARCIA, CLAUDIA; GOSZCZYCKI, GREGORY G; GRABOWSKI, ROBERT; GRIPPO, LISA LYNN; HERNANDEZ, ALBERTO JR; HERNANDEZ, EUSEBIO; JACKSON, THOMAS M; KAPELLEN, DANIEL J; KOLNICK, DEBORA J; KUZ-

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MA, KRZYSZTOF PAWEL; LEWEK, JEAN M; MICELI, LINETTE M; PARRILLO, JEANINE MARIE; PAVLOVSKY, ANTHONY M JR; PINNEY, MICHAEL C; POSIK, WILLIAM A JR; REBOLETTI, DONNA MARIE; SIKORA, LESZEK; STEPHENS, ISELA BLANCA; TOYAMA, RUTH EUNHA; TRUE, ELISABETH M; WHITE, DANIEL W; YUNKER, ANHTUYET PHAM; ZINN, CHAD E PAYMENTS TO PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION OVER $2,500 EXCLUDING WAGES AND SALARIES Person, Firm, or Corporation Aggregate Amount

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FILEWAVE INC.

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STUDENT

FLOOD BROTHERS

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FRONTLINE TECHNOLOGIES INC

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GALIC DISBURSING COMPANY

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HOME DEPOT CREDIT

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ILLINOIS PUBLIC RISK FUND

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IMPERIAL DADE

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ITASCA SCHOOL DISTRICT #10

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JEFF HANDLEY

JOHNSON CONTROLS_20726

KAGAN & GAINES MUSIC COMPANY, INC.

KELLEY B. LAESCH,M.A., CCC-SLP/L

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MAXSCHOLAR LLC 15,880.00 MCGRAW-HILL EDUCATION 3,498.27 MERRI BETH KUDRNA ED D 4,200.00 MICHAEL KOCH

5,490.00 MIDLAND PAPER COMPANY 47,613.20 MIDLAND PLUMBING & SEWER 19,324.00

MIDWEST PRINCIPAL’S CENTER 4,151.00

HOLDINGS, INC 15,000.00 MUSIC & ARTS CENTER, INC. 12,629.07

CONSULTING GROUP 4,600.00

SCIENCE INC. 22,645.00 NEDSRA SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOC. 2,915.22

EVALUATION

INC 8,262.00

LEISURE PRODUCTS 7,755.00

ELEVATOR COMPANY 32,972.60

14,950.00 PATRICIA’S SPIRITWEAR, LLC 4,553.75

EDUCATION (MYPEARSONSTORE) K-12 3,877.25 PEARSON EDUCATION INC. 3,386.05 PERSONNEL CONCEPTS 4,251.03 PINNACLE FLOORING COMPANY 18,500.00

BOWES 3,824.24 PORTER PIPE & SUPPLY COMPANY 4,046.24

IMPRESSIONS 5,709.04

SCHOOL GROUP LLC 77,428.92 PRECISION PRINTING, INC. 13,307.00 PRINTED SOLID INC 20,654.82 PRO-ED INC. 6,645.30

QUINLAN AND FABISH 3,130.24

RAPTOR TECHNOLOGIES, LLC 5,735.00

RED WING BUSINESS ADVANTAGE ACCOUNT 6,633.71

REGIONAL TRUCK EQUIPMENT COMPANY 10,774.20

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