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NEWS State of Chamber Chamber630 CEO credits members for 2015 success

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SCHOOLS private Restrooms D99 to install genderneutral, private bathrooms

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FORUM Mental health

Is it too late for our most vulnerable citizens in Illinois?

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SPORTS Final Four

Benedictine University heads to D-III Final Four

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BUSINESS Link in the Chain Perma-Seal appoints new supply chain director

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Chamber630 CEO credits members for successful 2015 New website, updated membership model among 2015’s achievements By Jonathan Samples Bugle Staff

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Chamber630 President and CEO Laura Crawford released a statement last week assessing the current state of the chamber and highlighting several of its accomplishments during the last year. A renovated and mobile-friendly website, updated membership model and new scholarship program for continuing

education students were among the 2015 achievements included in Crawford’s March 7 release. The Chamber630 president credited these and other accomplishments to its active members. “It is because of this membership that we have been able to advance so far in the past 12 months,” Crawford said, noting that new members and renewals increased by 10 percent last year. “Aside from the hard work of staff, our very magnetic membership sure helps.” Crawford said the Chamber630, which formed in 2014 to serve the business community of Downers Grove and Woodridge, also offered almost 100 networking opportunities and hosted 20 different committees, networks or task forces last year.

“It is because of this membership that we have been able to advance so far in the past 12 months. - Laura Crawford Chamber630 president, CEO

Additionally, the organization revamped its legislative impact network, which now meets at member locations directly to address their legislative needs. The chamber also hired Linda Ragusin as its new business development associate for the area south of 75th Street. And to foster

goodwill with its members, Crawford said the board of directors started to conduct member visits. The goodwill visits are part of an effort to increase communication and connections. “All these items I’ve cited and so many much more, has been accomplished through your resolve and your spirit,” she stated in the address. “Thank you for being the difference in Chamber630!” As for upcoming initiatives, Chamber630 representatives will visit the Illinois State Capitol April 6, and Crawford urged member businesses to join them on the trip. “I do hope you’ll consider joining us... to serve as the voice of business for the region,” Crawford said. For more information on the chamber, visit Chamber630.com.

Village council appoints plan commission member Council approved the appointment of Zelina Johnson By Andrea Earnest Bugle Staff

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At its March 1 meeting, the Downers Grove Village Council approved the appointment of Zelina Johnson to the plan commission. Johnson was appointed to a three-year term that will expire Aug. 31, 2019. Mayor Martin Tully thanked Johnson for her willingness to serve the village and noted that she was an engineer by trade. “I think she will be a nice addition to the plan commission,” he said. Jefferson Avenue Resurfacing The council also made a motion to direct staff to prepare plans for the resurfacing of Jefferson Avenue prior to the deadline for 2016 construction season bidding. Over the years, residents have raised complaints about the condition of the road. Commissioner Bob Barnett raised the issue during the meeting, and said residents deserved to hear plans on the project. There is a possibility that the road may be paid for by the developer of the Nelson Meadow subdivision and that is why the village council has held off on making a decision on the project. However, residents said during the meeting that they have been waiting nearly a decade

for road improvements. Barnett said he doesn’t want the project to be “hanging out there” any longer, but wants to see some timetables provided. Tully cited concerns that the village will repair the road, and then the developer might tear it up for construction only to repair it a few months later. He asked if there was a proposal that would benefit both the residents and the community. According to board documents, if the village were to resurface the existing street prior to the construction of the subdivision, the top layer of asphalt would need to be removed and replaced with any possible development. Tully added that he was open to exploring different possibilities. Village Manager David Fieldman said staff would know by mid-summer whether or not the developer is going to move forward. He said he didn’t think the road would be a 2016 project, adding that the 2017 construction activity list would be more likely. Commission David Olsen said he appreciates the fact that residents wanted some clarity on the project. “I agree with the idea of having some certainty around it,” he said. Staff will prepare the plans and information for the project, but the council will decide at a later date if they plan construction for 2016 or 2017.

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Council considers options for facilities upgrades By Andrea Earnest Bugle Staff

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The Downers Grove Village Council has several new options to consider for a facility sustainability plan that calls for needed upgrades to village hall and the police department. Mark Bushhouse, of Williams Architects, presented the updates to the facilities plan at the council’s March 1 meeting. According to the presentation, village hall should fall in the range of 16,500 - 21,300 square feet, while the police department should be 38,000 to 47,000 square feet. Deputy Village Manager Mike Baker told the council that the police department is too small, and village hall is too large and uses space inefficiently. He added that part of the challenge would be addressing all of the deficiencies in the buildings with a total project budget of $16 million.

Bushhouse presented three options for village facilities. Option 1 includes replacing only those systems deemed deficient. Option 2 includes replacing the systems, as well as remodeling the buildings. Option 3 includes replacing the systems and remodeling the buildings, while also constructing an addition to the police department. Bushhouse said remodeling the police department without the recommended addition would be money not well spent. He recommended that the village wait for it to be possible to remodel and add an addition to the police station. For village hall, Bushhouse said technology allows village hall to have less space and be a better facility. Option 2 calls for a pinwheel layout around the council chambers, creating a more flexible village hall, he added. This option would be more expensive, but utilizes the existing building. Commissioner Bill White said

Upgrading Options Option 1 - Includes replacing only those systems deemed deficient. Option 2- Includes replacing the systems, as well as remodeling the buildings.

Option 3 - Includes replacing the systems and

remodeling the buildings, while also constructing an addition to the police department.

Option 2 is good for village hall, but was concerned that it wouldn’t fix problems at the police facility. “It does nothing to address the police deficiencies,” he said. Another proposal would be to add another garage under the existing garage at the police department. Bushhouse said the walls needed to do that are already in place, and it would be a good space to add the garage. A campus concept, which would connect the police department and village hall, was also discussed.

White said the $16 million allotted for the project would not be enough for that plan. He added that a “B” grade campus is not worth the extra money. Commissioner Greg Hosé said he would like the focus to be on solving the problems at the police station. “I see those as very significant,” he added. Hosé said he would be willing to wait on village hall upgrades, but stressed that the police station is the priority. Further discussion of the plan

will take place at later meeting dates. The village said the plan will be developed in preparation for the 2017 budget. Additionally, residents were asked to take part in the process by attending public meetings or emailing the village directly at dgfacilities@downers.us. For more information about the facility sustainability plan or to check the schedule of upcoming meetings, visit www.downers.us/ govt/village-managers-office/ facility-sustainability-plan.

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District 99 to install gender-neutral, private bathrooms Private dressing stalls will also be considered By Jonathan Samples Bugle Staff

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A Downers Grove school district will open single-occupancy, gender-neutral bathrooms at each of its two high schools, as well as hear a proposal to add private dressing stalls in the girls and boys locker rooms. Officials at Downers Grove School District 99 said singleoccupancy restrooms at Downers Grove North and South high

schools will be open to students by April 4. “As is the ongoing practice at District 99, we are always seeking ways to better accommodate the needs of all of our students,” Director of Communications Jill Browning said. “As a result, facility changes are being recommended that we believe will benefit all students.” Around the country, school districts have begun installing gender-neutral restrooms and locker rooms in an effort to preempt issues related to transgender students’ access to these facilities. Recently, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights found Township

High School District 211 in nearby Palatine in violation of Title IX. However, Browning said this did not factor into District 99’s decision, adding that school officials did not receive any requests to establish the spaces. She noted that the private restrooms will merely supplement single-occupancy restrooms currently available in the nurse’s office at each school. “These changes are a result of our work with students, teachers, counselors and student support personnel to better support and anticipate the needs of all students,” Browning said. “Given the number of students who use

the single-occupancy restroom in the nurses’ offices, it is practical for us to have another such facility available for students and staff members.” At North High, the restroom will be located on the first floor, across from the College and Career Center and adjacent to building administration offices. At South High, the restroom will be located on the third floor, adjacent to a staff lounge. Browning said the restrooms will be open to male or female students, as well as staff members. Although not finalized, the plan to add private dressing areas inside the girls and boys locker rooms calls for stalls that would

be available to all students who wish to dress privately. “There are also many students who would prefer to change clothes in a more private setting rather than in an open locker room,” Browning said, adding that their only option, currently, is to change in a restroom stall. Administrators are expected to present finalized plans to the board of education during an April 11 workshop meeting. “We believe that these facility modifications will help us to ensure that we maintain a welcoming learning environment and atmosphere of respect for all students and staff members,” Browning added.

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school briefs

District 58 opens summer school registration Deadline to register is April 29 Downers Grove Grade School District 58 announced that registration for its summer school and extended school year programs is now open. To register for summer school online, visit www.dg58. info/SummerSchool. Scroll down to read the course descriptions and click the “Register” button. You may also access course descriptions and paper registration materials at http://tinyurl.com/hu7g2do. Summer school is open to students enrolled in public, private or parochial schools. However, to participate, students must live within the District 58 attendance area and be entering kindergarten through eighth grade. Register early, as space is limited. The registration deadline is Friday, April 29. Transportation

is not provided. Regular education summer school will take place Monday through Friday, from June 9-29, from 8:15 to 11:15 a.m. at Henry Puffer School, 2220 Haddow Ave. Summer school offers classes on reading, math, art and kindergarten prep. Band and orchestra classes will take place Monday through Friday, from June 9-29 from 8 a.m. to noon at Herrick Middle School, 4435 Middaugh Ave. The complete listing of classes is available on the registration website. Technology – digital gaming design will take place Monday through Thursday, July 11-21 from 8:15-11:15 a.m. at Henry Puffer School. District 58 has also hosted a Chinese immersion learning experience. StarTalk, the company that provided the class, will host its program in Westmont this year. Interested District 58 students are invited to consider enrolling in the Westmont District 201 program.

For more information or to register for the above opportunities, visit www.dg58. info/summerschool or call Kathy Auriemma, summer school secretary, at 630-719-5860. Additionally, District 58 offers extended school year programming for those students who are eligible through their IEP. This program will take place Monday through Thursday, June 13-July 21, from 8:15-11:15 a.m. at Henry Puffer. For more information or to register for extended school year, visit www.dg58.info/SummerESY or call Kathy Auriemma at 630719-5860 or the special services department at 630-719-5824. District 58 and its partners will also host additional summer learning opportunities besides the summer school classes listed above. More information about these other opportunities, such as sports camps and library reading clubs, will be announced later this spring.

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Six ‘local star’ dancers and their professional partners who competed at the 2015 Angelica Gala pose for a photo.

Junior Woman’s Club recognizes District 58 staff, students ‘Dancing With Our The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club recently recognized District 58 staff and students during two award ceremonies. The club awarded Cathy Seiden, a first grade teacher at Kingsley School, with an Outstanding Teacher Award. This award recognizes area teachers who demonstrate excellence in education. Seiden was nominated by Hannah Venzon,

a former student. The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club also recently recognized five District 58 students in its annual Junior High Art Contest. This contest is open to all junior high students living within District 58 and District 66 boundaries, including students attending nonpublic schools. District 58’s award recipients are Herrick seventh

graders Carissa Blumka, Julia Latocha, Conner Ryan and Aine Schuh, as well as O’Neill eighth grader Kira Matheson. The Community Bank of Downers Grove will display the art contest award recipients’ work through spring break. For more information about the Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club and its awards programs, visit www.dgjwc.org/awards.

Key Club presents 4th annual Mustang Trot 5K The fourth annual Mustang Trot 5K Run/Walk will take place at McCollum Park in Downers Grove April 10 from 8-10 a.m. This year, the race will benefit the District 99 Memorial Peace Gardens, an installation at Downers Grove North and South high schools that honors the 70 District 99 alumni who lost their lives while bravely serving the U.S. “It’s really fun to see the schools and community all come together for this event each year,” South High counselor Amy Klug said. “The race this year helps our Memorial Peace Gardens, and that’s something that ties all our students and teachers, even our community, to a piece of our history, and I think that makes this year’s race even more special.”

Registration and packet pick up will be available from 8-8:45 a.m., with the 5K beginning at 9 a.m. Participants will make their way through the surrounding neighborhoods and end near McCollum Park on 67th Street. There will be an award ceremony following the race at 10 a.m. with awards for the overall top male and female finishers; top three male and top three female finishers in each age category; and team awards for fastest average time, best team name and best team costumes. Each participant may also enter drawings for prizes such as gift certificates and goods from local vendors. All participants must be present to claim prizes. Participants are encouraged to register online

at www.racetime.info by April 7 or submit paper registrations by April 8 to Klug at Downers Grove South, 1436 Norfolk, Downers Grove. Registration is also available the day of the race for an extra fee. Pre-registration cost for the 5K is $25 per adult and $20 per student. Race day registration is $30 for everyone. Parking for the event is available at McCollum Park and at the businesses across the street. There will be no gear check at this event. For more information, visit the Mustang Trot website at www. mustangtrot.weebly.com, contact Klug at aklug@csd99.org or 630795-8574, or contact Adrienne Miller at amiller@csd99.org or 630759-8638.

Local Stars’ fundraiser set for April 9 Proceeds from the event support eight programs operated by Guardian Angel Community Services The stage is set for the 10th annual Guardian Angel Community Services “Angelica: Dancing With Our Local Stars” gala and fundraiser. The event – scheduled April 9 at Bobak’s Signature Events & Conference Center in Woodridge – features six local stars who have prepared a routine with a professional dancer that they perform at the event. This year’s lineup includes Monica Biban (D’Arcy), Greg Chellino (Chellino Crane), Donnie Chestnutt (Providence Bank & Trust), John Horn (Joliet Catholic Academy), Michele Vana (Kurtz Ambulance), and state Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., D-86. The dancers will be judged individually by a panel of local

star judges, whose votes are calculated along with table votes from event attendees. A fourth judge’s spot will be auctioned off to the highest bidder, which raised $13,000 alone at the 2015 event. Once the votes are tallied, the top dancer is announced and presented with a mirror ball trophy. “The event would not be possible without the support and commitment of our community,” fundraising and operations manager Jane Ukleja said. “The many generous sponsors and donors, the local stars who commit their personal time to learn and rehearse a dance routine, and of course all of those who purchase a ticket and attend.” Proceeds from the event support eight programs operated by Guardian Angel Community Services, which reached more than 63,000 individuals in 2015. For information on tickets or sponsorships, call 815-729-0930 or visit www.gacsprograms.org/ angelica .

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MARCH 16

Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Party. 4 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with us by reading books, playing games, making a craft and having a birthday treat! Geared for Kindergarten through second grade.

MARCH 18

Romania Travel Program. 7:30 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Romania will be highlighted at the March “Adventures in Travel” program hosted by the Downers Grove Friends of the Library. Members and non-members are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. Admission is free and no reservations are required. Presenter Carmen Sabau will show and discuss the pictorial vistas of Dobrogea, the East Province of Romania between the Daube and the Black Sea. For questions or further information, please contact Kevin Deany at 630-923-0342.

MARCH 19

30th annual Easter candy hunt and pancake breakfast. 10 a.m. at Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. For all children through third grade. Face painting by Mighty Fine Face Design; the Easter bunny will appear at 9 a.m. Food donations accepted. Lights Out for Earth Hour. 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. The Village of Woodridge will have bollard, outdoor and marquee lights off in Town Centre to show support for Earth Hour. During this time, lights will switch off around the globe in support of the commitments that have been made worldwide to improve the environment. Everyone is invited to participate in this demonstration of support. Visit www.earthhour.org for

more information.

MARCH 20

Spring Palette Art Show. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Gregg House Museum and Senior Center, 117 S. Linden Ave. Come experience a palette of unique oil paintings, watercolor paintings, prints, pencil drawings, glass, sculpture and much more. All of the works of art showcase the talents of our very own local artists including the Westmont Park District’s Senior Art participants. There will be special demonstrations, a raffle, and kids art activities that will spark their creative side and treats. If you wish to exhibit your art work, call 630/969-8080 ext. 104.

MARCH 21

1930’s Tasting History. 7 to 8:30

p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. It is the Depression in America. The stock market has crashed, Roosevelt is trying to repair the country, and thousands of Americans are changing the way they eat. Ellie Carlson provides cooking demonstrations and tastings of the following iconic dishes of the 1930s. Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast, Candy Coated Carrots, Mock Apple Pie, Chocolate Pie and Mock Whipped Cream. Space is limited. Center Cass Community Connection. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Prairieview Elementary School, 699 Plainfield Road, Downers Grove. All District 66 parents and residents are encouraged to attend. Elizabeth Ide, Prairieview and Lakeview Jr. High will be open to the community for self-guided tours. RSVP at www.

ccsd66.org

MARCH 23

Flashlight Egg Hunt. 7:30 p.m. at McCollum Park, 6801 S. Main, Downers Grove. Grab your flashlights and head to the McCollum Park ballfields where you’ll search for candy stuffed eggs under the moonlight. Participants with food allergies may be exposed to allergens. Registration deadline is March 21. No registration will be taken onsite. Registration is available at the Lincoln Center or the Downers Grove Recreation Center.

MARCH 24

Lego Build for Families. 7 - 8 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Build your own creations with our Legos. The theme is Harry Potter. Reserve your spot at

www.dglibrary.org/events beginning March 3.

MARCH 25

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. 3 to 5 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Watch movie #1. Rescued from the outrageous neglect of his aunt and uncle, a young boy with a great destiny proves his worth while attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Rated PG.

MARCH 26

Bunny Hop & Egg Hunt. 10:30 a.m. at the Recreation Center, 4500 Belmont Road, Downers Grove. Come out and play with your favorite bunny! Make a craft, jump in the bounce house,

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

Downers Grove Daniel Salinas, 21, 705 Bristol, Westchester, was arrested at 1:30 p.m. March 2 at Norfolk and Devonshire for retail theft. Deborah A. Kallback, 60, 2035 Prairie Ave., Downers Grove, was arrested at 2:15 p.m. March 3 for theft. Mark J. Nails, 41, 3150 Finley Road, Downers Grove, was arrested at 7 a.m. March 4 for interfering with the reporting of domestic battery, resisting an officer, criminal damage to property and domestic battery. Robert B. Vandergaw, 49, 1653 Valley Forge, Wheaton, was arrested

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at 8:55 a.m. March 6 at Highland and 31st Street for suspended license plate and expired driverâ€™s license. Geraldine Campbell, 58, was arrested at 6:02 p.m. March 6 at Belmont and Wisconsin for a warrant. Michael A. Bucher, 24, 2391 Oak Hill Drive, Lisle, was arrested at 10:49 a.m. March 7 at Good Samaritan Hospital for a warrant. Michael B. Devaney, 54, was arrested at 10:50 a.m. March 7 in the 4200 block of Saratoga for criminal trespassing. Cassandre F. Juste, 19, 8280 W. Elizabeth Ave. Apt. 1, Niles, was arrested at 12:45 p.m. March 7 at Candlewood for suspended license.

Westmont Rene Roussel, 55, 9 S. 280 Nantucket Drive Apt. A, Darien, was arrested at 11:30 p.m. Feb. 29 in the 6500 block of South Cass for driving while license suspended.

Heriberto Garcia-Chavez, 35, 4245 W. Marquette Road, Chicago, was arrested at 2:30 p.m. March 2 in the 100 block of Des Moines Street for driving while license suspended. Markeem Clark, 24, 8031 S. Bishop St., Chicago, was arrested at 4 p.m. March 4 in the 0-100 block of East 63rd Street for disorderly conduct, criminal trespassing and possession of cannabis. Jacqueline Wise, 47, 301 Elwood Court, Westmont, was arrested at 10:15 p.m. March 6 in the 300 block of Elwood for domestic battery. Jacqueline Cokley, 19, 2815 Gabriella St. Apt. 611, Downers Grove, was arrested at 10:25 p.m. March 6 in the 300 block of West Ogden for driving while license suspended and possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia.

Woodridge Amber Gooden, 18, 664 Cambridge Way, Bolingbrook, was arrested at 11:34 p.m. March 4 at 75th and

Dunham for possession of cannabis. William Jackson, 26, 144 Mayfield, Bolingbrook, was arrested at 10:40 a.m. March 6 in the 1900 block of 75th Street for possession of drug paraphernalia. Dante Moore, 31, 2037 Apple Lane, Woodridge, was arrested at 10:40 a.m. March 6 in the 1900 block of 75th Street for possession of cannabis. Iris Clark, 19, 7609 Orchard Lane,

Woodridge, was arrested at 4:53 p.m. March 6 in the 7500 block of Orchard Lane for battery. Timothy Vondersmith, 42, 7887 Dunham Road, Downers Grove, was arrested at 10:53 p.m. March 9 at Dunham and 75th Street for driving while license suspended and possession of cannabis.

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If you are beyond sick and tired of hearing about the fiscal problems in Illinois, I understand completely. There seems to be no end in sight to a crisis many years in the making, and one that threatens to take us through an entire fiscal year without an approved budget. My purpose here is not to change your politics, but to share some of my knowledge and experience as it relates to funding social services in our state. Worth every penny We pay our social service workers shockingly low wages in Illinois. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, social and human service assistants in Illinois make just $28,770 annually, versus a national average of $29,270. Substance abuse counselors don’t fair much better, pulling in just $34,000 per year – well below the national average of $39,000. My own work history has taken me to hospitals, residential treatment facilities and jails. For most of this time, even with years of experience and an advanced degree, I made no more than $12-$14 per hour. This despite being bitten twice, punched square in the chest once, having a chair thrown at me, taking profanity in every conceivable combination of words you can imagine, and often dedicating 60 or more hours in a week to a struggling agency or program. And my experiences are not unusual. Inevitably, a question arises about how to afford increased budgets for social service agencies in the face of an already massive state deficit. Won’t spending more on services take away from other important government functions, including infrastructure and education? At the risk of oversimplifying the issue, the answer is no, it won’t. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, every dollar invested in addiction treatment services yields a return of $4 to $7 by reducing drug-related crimes, and lowering criminal justice and healthcare costs. In addition, benefits are seen from fewer interpersonal conflicts, greater workplace productivity and fewer drugrelated accidents, including overdoses

“It has become a wellestablished rite of spring that agencies across the state must band together... explaining why they should be supported.” and deaths. Other types of services see similar financial benefits. The Illinois Department of Human Services eats up a large share of taxpayer money, and some of the money they receive could be better spent. In my time in this industry, I’ve seen new leaders come in and propose various ways of supporting social services, but often they seemed to ignore one critical fact: there is already a long-standing network of functional, affordable agencies throughout the state. But pet projects or far-flung grant ideas have undermined efforts of many agencies by awarding dollars to fly-by-night groups that formed simply to appeal to the people in charge at the time. In the end, these groups closed up or left the state, while the committed organizations have suffered. It has become a well-established rite of spring that agencies across the state must band together, protest in Springfield, write letters to representatives and flood their local papers with letters explaining why they should be supported. Despite operating with mere skeleton crew staffs that work with highly challenging populations, these programs are forced to justify their existence every year. Questions get raised: Do we really need to pay for people with heroin addiction? Can’t families just support their sick family members? Why does someone with schizophrenia need a permanent case manager? The work done by social service providers encompasses a huge range of important functions, including caring for the most vulnerable populations. These professionals serve in nursing homes, mental health hospitals, substance abuse treatment centers, domestic violence agencies, homeless shelters and many other areas. Ultimately, we need a combination of approaches that involves faith groups, private contributions and government support. And it is crucial that people see their money being used effectively and not wasted. Illinois has a network of strong providers that it needs to make the most of, as part of a stable long-term budget solution. It is time to recognize the incredibly

TO yOuR MENTAL hEALTh difficult work that agencies are doing and have been doing in the name of helping others. Because these agencies adhere to strict state regulations for operation, they also survive on the money allotted to them in each year’s state budget. When the agencies are given an opportunity, they provide invaluable services that benefit the state fiscally and socially. titanic part ii? At this point, it’s a fair question to ask whether Illinois’ fiscal situation is beyond repair. Although unthinkable to many, the possibility of a state going through bankruptcy should not be ignored. Dramatic budgetary crises have played out recently in Greece, Puerto Rico and Detroit, and it’s not as if the fiscal problems in Illinois are new. Politicians in Springfield have been well aware of an impending financial crisis for many years, which is perhaps now unfixable, or soon could be. I am reminded of a friend who held a job where he began falling behind in his work. After a while, he realized that he could not catch up, but rather than telling his boss or limiting the number of new projects he took on, he actually began accepting more work. He did so realizing that he would never complete any of it, but he figured that he would hold on as long as possible. This strategy worked for a number of weeks as everyone thought that he must be doing a great job because he was taking on so much work. Before long, however, the ruse was uncovered and he was let go. Is Illinois in a similar state of affairs, with our leaders pulling a ruse on us? Are we hearing warnings about an approaching iceberg when the party leaders are aware that we already hit the iceberg a long time ago? Is our fate sealed? If that is in fact the case, then it will result in a terrible tragedy for many across Illinois, and especially for those in the social services. Jason Florin has 15 years of experience working in mental health and substance abuse treatment. he is currently an assistant professor and coordinator of human Services at College of Dupage. he holds a master’s degree in health Science from Governors State university, in addition to national and state certifications in addictions counseling.

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You don’t need to experiment with a box full of snakes and apples to understand the intricacies of temptation. In the week ahead be prudent about relationships. Remain friendly without getting emotionally involved.

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It may be better to remain silent. Mere words cannot explain the fantasies building in your heart. In the week ahead you may be inspired to try something new. Concentrate on the facts and figures when dealing with business matters.

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The more you have the less time you have to enjoy it. You may work hard this week to achieve a level of financial security that allows you to improve your life. Dissatisfaction with your allotment of leisure time is possible.

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SEpTEmBER 24 TO OcTOBER 23

You could be overwhelmed by over coaching. Someone may insist on strict adherence to precise terminology so you may be forced to expand your vocabulary. In the week ahead you may flirt more than you should.

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NOvEmBER 23 TO DEcEmBER 22

You could be enthused by ethical considerations. As this week unfolds you may be immersed in self-improvement ideas or cynical about upholding blind faith. Doing the right thing at the right time can be challenging.

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jANuARy 21 TO fEBRuARy 19

Your eyes could be bigger than your stomach. You could be challenged by your desire to acquire bigger and better things in the upcoming week. It is possible that dissatisfaction with your possessions is only temporary.

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Two heads will be better than one. You can count on trusted partners to have the knowledge or the know how to make your best ideas blossom. Honoring commitments is the best way to maintain pleasant relations this week.

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AuGuST 22 TO SEpTEmBER 23

Upward social mobility is not a new app for your mobile phone. Widening your circle of contacts, however, can be accomplished with a little help from the latest technology. Watch your pennies in the week to come.

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OcTOBER 24 TO NOvEmBER 22

In your mental animal shelter you aren’t a lone wolf, but a herd animal. You could be restless and uninspired unless you are with another person. One financial burden may be lifted in the week to come.

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DEcEmBER 23 TO jANuARy 20

You’re in it to win it. Your powers of persuasion are in fine fettle as this week unfolds. Be on your guard against investing your pennies in worthless baubles that look more useful or worthwhile than they really are.

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fEBRuARy 20 TO mARch 20

Turn on the study lamp. The more you read, watch and absorb the more inspired you will be to correct your deficiencies. As this week unfolds you will be able to develop a better sense of what you really want from life.

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Benedictine University stays undefeated, heads to D-III finals By maRk GReGoRy SportS reporter

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When college basketball fans go to complete the annual tradition of filling out their bracket, no matter who they pick, the fans of NCAA Division I men’s basketball will not find a team on their bracket with an undefeated record. The same goes for those who are fans of NCAA Division II. In fact, there is only one men’s program in the NCAA ranks that boasts a spotless record and that honor goes to Division III Benedictine University. The Eagles rolled past Alma College 93-73 Saturday at the Rice Center on their Lisle campus to move their record to 30-0 and advance to the D-III Final Four, which will be held in Salem, Va. March 18-19. “Some of us believed that we could do it at the beginning of the year, surprisingly,” said senior Lucas Johnson. “It is credit to the team that just did the work. We are

unselfish and believe in each other so much. It is not about who scores or how we score, it is just that we score.” Score they did, as the Eagles lit up Alma from behind the 3-point stripe. Benedictine connected on 17-of-24 triples, good for a 70.8 clip – both season bests against an Alma team that plays only 2-3 zone defense. On paper, the formula to break a zone is simple – shoot over the top of it and hit your shots. Executing that formula is not always easy, but the Eagles did it from the opening tip. “It was one of those nights,” said Benedictine coach Keith Bunkenberg. “We are a confident group, especially if we knock down some shots early, which we did. We hit some really tough shots late and that was because we hit some early. This group just finds a way. We have seen zones all year. We have had teams come out in zone to start the game and we have knocked them

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Lucas Johnson had 15 points and 14 rebounds to help Benedictine advance to the Division-III Final Four.

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Jason Malonga helped Benet win a sectional title.

Benet rolls to sectional title By Scott Taylor sports editor

staylor@enterprisepublications.com @Taylor_Sports

Everything was going against Benet early in the fourth quarter of the East Aurora Sectional final Friday night against York. The Redwings saw a 12-point second half lead disappear as all the momentum was with the Dukes in a tie game. Then a pair of juniors answered. Liam Lyman and Jack Nolan hit back-to-back three-pointers and that helped Benet to a 6155 win for its second sectional championship in three years. “We knew they were going to make a run and we just had to stay poised and focused,” Nolan said. “I think the momentum really turned there. Every game was a challenge and it means a lot to win the sectional.” “That was a big shot,” Benet

coach Gene Heidkamp said of the Lyman three. “We were pretty dry there and needed a basket. That was a big one and then Jack came down and hit one.” Jason Malonga and James Dockery seemed to seal the game at the free throw line, giving the Redwings a 52-42 lead with 1:37 left, but the Dukes got it to within three at 54-51 with 56 seconds left. “They are a team that is so capable of making those runs,” Dockery said. “We knew they were going to make a run on us, so we just had to keep our poise and do what we need to do. We just tried to close it out.” Dockery made six of eight free throws down the stretch though to finish it off and was 13-of-17 from the line overall and finished with 20 points. “I think that might have been

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Voyager Media’s Prep Shootout Sunday By Scott Taylor sports editor

staylor@enterprisepublications.com @Taylor_Sports

The eighth annual Voyager Media Prep Shootout is back again at the University of St. Francis in Joliet. Tip time for the girls game is at 5:30 p.m., while the boys play at 7 p.m. The cost of the event is $5 for adults and $2 for students. Past stars in the game include the Philadelphia 76ers’ Richaun Holmes (Lockport), Derrick Marks from Boise State (Plainfield Central) and Ben Moore of SMU (Bolingbrook), Keiera Ray (Penn) Aaron Jordan of the University of Illinois (Plainfield East) and Brian Bennett of Cal Poly (Plainfield East), among others Last year was the first year of

benet | from page 12 the most free throws (I shot),” Dockery said. “It was tough getting the ball in and put a lot of stress on it. Knocking down the free throws is big. We had to keep our poise.” “James is a man,” Heidkamp said. “James is a senior and playing like one. He has made big play after big play for us. He is extremely versatile and we needed him in every facet tonight.” Benet came out of the gate scorching hot, building a 26-12 lead as Nolan had 12 points in the first 10 minutes before going out for the rest of the first half with two fouls. “My teammates found me in open spots in the rhythm and flow,” Nolan said. “They were mostly catch-and-shoot shots. It was tough sitting for a while, but I don’t think it affected my rhythm too much.” “Jack played really well in the first half, but the problem was

the fantasy draft featuring Mark Gregory against Scott Taylor, with Scott’s team winning both games. That has put Mark in revenge mode this year. In the girls game, Team Mark is led by Alcorn State-bound Monica Barefield of Joliet Central and Hennessey Handy of Plainfield Central. He has a pair of state champions in Elise Stout and Sami Valentine of Benet and several regional champions in Brittney Patrick of Bolingbrok and Adriana Acosta and Mia Farrell of Joliet Catholic. The rest of his lineup consists of Julia Sirvinskas (Maine South), Annie Carlson and Amanda Prete (Westmont), Taylor Cogdell (Plainfield East), Kelly McLean (Downers South) and Kierra Tyler (Joliet West). While Mark went with a guard-

Jack got in some foul trouble,” Heidkamp said. “I kind of cooled him off by sitting him on the bench a bit. Who knows how he would have played if he would have stayed in. But he made some big plays down the stretch.” The Redwings had a 30-20 lead at the half and built it to 32-20 before they went ice cold and seconds just two points the rest of the quarter. Nolan and Malonga each added 16 points, while Dan Sobolewski grabbed seven rebounds and Malonga had six. “These were two teams playing tonight, and I want to emphasize team as much as I can,” Heidkamp said. “The teams share the ball, play well together, play as hard as they can and fight and claw for everything. I think that has been our team all year and York is very much the same. No one on this team cares about who gets the credit and that is very rare in this day and age I think.”

oriented lineup, Scott picked up some post players in Alyssa Fink and Antwanetta Boswell (Plainfield South), Morgan Jones (Joliet Central) and Sydney Arlis (Minooka). He also has a large group of three-point specialists in Ashley Hare (Joliet West), Riley Eckhart (Maine South), Kaitlyn Williams (JCA) and Skye Osborne (Romeoville). Like Mark, Scott has a pair of 16-plus point per game scorers in Janelle Alba Garner (Maine East) and Jordan Heberg (Plainfield North). Also on the team are Diamond Dortch (Romeoville), Jaylnn Estrada (Niles West), Maddie McTague (Maine East), Dana O’Boye (Plainfield North) and Lauren Porcelli (Downers North).

The boys game will again feature the top senior talent in the Voyager Media coverage area. Mark’s team is led by a group of big-time scorers in Jalen Jackson (JCA), Jacob Buchner (Plainfield South) and Matt Cappelletti (Romeoville), all of whom average more than 15 points per game. He has a lot of size inside with Brad Perry (Maine South) and Zach Grady (Bolingbrook) and also has a post threat in Malik Fuller (Joliet Central) and dual threats Jason Malonga (Benet) and Evan Hines (Niles West). Brandon Credit (Lockport), Harold Davis (JCA), James Dockery (Benet), Deantre DeYoung (Plainfield South), Milan Grover (Maine East), Matt Mahlke (Downers North) and Devon Sams (Bolingbrook) are

also on the team. Scott’s team is led by the Plainfield duo of Elijah Goss of Plainfield East (IUPUI recruit) and Kevin Krieger of Plainfield North (Minnesota State). He has plenty of scoring throughout his lineup as nearly his entire team averages double figures in scoring. Southern area players on the squad are Jordan Reed (Plainfield East), Henry Thompson and Richie Elias (Plainfield North), Scott Gustafson and Justin Windt (Plainfield Central) and DJ Anderson and Antowine Locke (Bolingbrook). Northern area players include Patrick Hunt (Northridge Prep), Donovan Ferguson (Downers South), Kyle Domin (Westmont) and Jon Arenas and Tommy Digan (Maine South).

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BOYS BOYS BBALL Points Per Game K. Krieger, Plainfield North J. Jackson, JCA M. McGrath, Lisle J. Buchner, Plainfield South M. Cappelletti, Romeoville A. Becar, Notre Dame D. Blake, Downers North J. Butler, Minooka T. Bell, Joliet West J. Arenas, Maine South K. Domin, Westmont E. Goss, Plainfield East B. Perry, Maine South Fuller, Joliet Central S. Gustafson, Plainfield Central N. Akenten, Bolingbrook S. Ebersold, Downers South Anderson, Westmont R. Gillen, Lisle T. Kirk, Joliet West D. Alibegovic, Downers South Jakobsze, Downers North Grubbs, Joliet Central L. Roberts, Minooka T. Clifford, Downers South J. Reed, Plainfield East J. Windt, Plainfield Central D. Sobelewski, Benet J. Dockery, Benet J. Malonga, Benet L. Higgins, Plainfield East T. Digan, Maine South A. Gutierrez, Lisle H. Thompson, Plainfield North Rebounds Per Game E. Goss, Plainfield East

22.8 19.4 17.5 16.7 16.6 16.0 15.7 15.4 15.0 14.2 13.7 13.7 13.6 13.3 13.3 12.7 12.7 12.6 12.5 12.2 12 11.9 11.8 11.6 11.5 11.1 11 11 11 11 10.9 10.8 10.4 10.3 10.6

four | from page 11 out of it. Alma doesn’t come out. That is what they do and we didn’t have a lull tonight shooting the three. It was one of those nights and we will take it.” With the size advantage Benedictine had over the Scots, Alma coach Sam Hargraves was prepared to allow the Eagles to shoot from behind the arc. “I use the line all the time, that if (a team) goes out and beats us shooting 70 percent from three, we are going to shake their hand and tell them good game, never really thinking that would happen,” he said. “Sure enough it happened.” One of the other things Hargraves was worried about was the domination Benedictine has had over opponents this year on the offensive boards. “We were worried about their offensive rebounding,” he said. “We solved that, I guess. They made them all, so we didn’t get beat on the offensive boards.” The Eagles were led behind the arc by Michael Blaszcyk, who was 6-of-7 from deep and led BU with

K. Domin, Westmont B. Perry, Maine South M. McGrath, Lisle Fuller, Joliet Central T. Bell, Joliet West K. Krieger, Plainfield North N. Akenten, Bolingbrook N. Welter, Plainfield South M. Cappelletti, Romeoville D. Oyewo, Plainfield South J. Butler, Minooka D.Smith, Plainfield South D. Sobelewski, Benet T. Clifford, Downers South R. Kelly, Plainfield South A. D’Avanzo, Notre Dame J. Buchner, Plainfield South E. Ward, Joliet West J. Arenas, Maine South Grubbs, Joliet Central A. Becar, Notre Dame J. Dockery, Benet Davis, Downers North Z. Grady, Bolingbrook Assists T. Kirk, Joliet West J. Arenas, Maine South R. Elias, Plainfield North Leagogo, Westmont J. Reed, Plainfield East L. Simon, Notre Dame D. Heckard, Romeoville L. Roberts, Minooka Anderson, Westmont A. Derrick, Maine South V. Tarello, Plainfield East L. Stamps, Romeoville Jon Butler, Minooka N. Massura, Lisle Jakobsze, Downers North

10.5 10.3 9.8 9.0 8.1 7.4 7.1 7.0 6.8 6.7 6.1 6.6 6.5 6.4 6.4 6.0 6.0 6.0 5.5 5.2 5.0 5 5 4.9 106 95 84 80 74 70 70 70 66 61 61 58 57 57 56

20 points. Tahron Harvey added 16, shooting 4-of-6 from three and Brayden Olson came off the bench to drop 4-of-5 and end with 12 points. The 6-foot, 9-inch Johnson also knocked down a three, but he did most of his work in the paint, ending the game with 15 points, 14 rebounds and three blocked shots. Benedictine will now face Amherst College in Friday’s semifinal with the winner facing St. Thomas (Minnesota) or Christopher Newport University. “We are prepared to win two more games. That is our goal,” Bunkenberg said. “We have said all year that our next game is our biggest game. We have talent. We are good. I am one of those guys, I am pessimistic. I am Lou Holtz, and at the beginning of the year I thought we would be pretty good and about half way through the year, I told my wife, Karen, that we have a shot. We have a shot with this group. The talent and unselfishness is why we are good and I am proud of them. This was a great win and I am looking forward to next weekend.”

D. Redmond, Jr., Lisle M. Salter, Romeoville T. Stitt, Lisle W. Walder, Lockport Joe Butler, Minooka R. Kelly, Plainfield South K. Krieger, Plainfield North S. Ebersold, Downers South Castelvecchi, Downers North D. Sams, Bolingbrook E. Ward, Joliet West A. Locke, Bolingbrook J. Jackson, JCA C. Bowitz, Plainfield Central Whitacre, Downers North N. Foldvary, Maine South Brooks, Plainfield Central H. Davis, JCA K. Valentine, Plainfield South M. McGrath, Lisle Steals R. Elias, Plainfield North J. Arenas, Maine South M. McGrath, Lisle J. Butler, Minooka E. Goss, Plainfield East

54 54 52 50 49 49 48 44 43 43 42 41 40 40 40 40 37 36 36 36 58 56 50 49 47

K. Krieger, Plainfield North L. Higgins, Plainfield East Domin, Westmont J. Reed, Plainfield East Jakobsze, Downers North E. Ward, Joliet West T. Digan, Maine South N. Redmond, Jr., Lisle L. Stamps, Romeoville D. Heckard, Romeoville N. Massura, Lisle T. Kirk, Joliet West J. Buchner, Plainfield South J. Yesufu, Bolingbrook V. Tarello, Plainfield East M. Salter, Romeoville D. Blake, Downers North N. Clemmons, Minooka N. Welter, Plainfield South K. Valentine, Plainfield South J. Leagogo, Westmont Jagielo, Westmont D. Smith, Plainfield South Field Goal % R. Johnson, Romeoville B. Perry, Maine South

41 40 39 37 35 35 35 34 34 32 31 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 25 25 25 25 23 .700 .640

Z. Grady, Bolingbroko A. D’Avanzo, Notre Dame D. Smith, Joliet West Domin, Westmont E. Creal, Joliet West T. Clifford, Downers South E. Goss, Plainfield East S. Ebersold, Downers South M. Mahlke, Downers North B. Lawani, Bolingbrook M. McGrath, Lisle M. Medina, Lockport T. Bell, Joliet West C. Schlusemann, Lockport Free Throw % T. Digan, Maine South V. Tarello, Plainfield East K. Krieger, Plainfield North D. Anderson, Bolingbrook Whitacre, Downers North Anderson, Westmont T. Spencer, Downers South J. Butler, Minooka L. Roberts, Minooka L. Roberts, Minooka D. Alibegovic, Downers South

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Perma-Seal appoints new supply chain director Long-time employee Joel Spencer appointed Perma-Seal Basement Systems announced that longtime employee Joel Spencer was appointed to supply chain director. Spencer has been with PermaSeal since 2004, and the company said he has been a vital member of

the team since then. Perma-Seal said Spencer will oversee the launch of a new inventory management system that will enhance inventory control at all three Perma-Seal warehouse locations. “As with many constructionbased companies, the supply

department has a unique opportunity to greatly impact the organization the client experience,” the company said in a press release. Spencer, the former senior production manager, said he’s excited to use his past experience and leadership skills to move the company forward with the integration of a full-service plumbing department and new

product lines. “I am extremely excited to have this opportunity to help lead and further develop our team and processes,” Spencer said. “I have a passion for learning, and this will help me develop knowledge and experience in another important department at Perma-Seal.” For more information, call 800421-7325 or visit www.permaseal. net.

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3- to 6-month reserve fund is for emergencies only Emergency funds are to prevent going into debt, not vaction to Bahamas Dear Dave, Do I set aside six months worth of paychecks or the amount of my bills for six months when it’s time to save up my fully funded emergency fund? Steve Dear Steve, In my plan, Baby Step 3 is when I advise people to save up three to six months of expenses in a fully loaded emergency fund. This is set aside and not touched for any reason other than a true emergency. It’s not a Bahamas fund or a new living room furniture fund. It’s an emergency fund. It’s not an investment or fun money; it’s insurance. Think of your emergency fund as a protective barrier that keeps you from going into debt or cashing out investments when life

calendar | from page 7 and enjoy other fun activities with the bunny.An adult must accompany each child. Due to space, siblings that are not registered are not allowed. Easter Egg Hunt. 10:30 a.m. at WCC Little League Field, 55 E. Richmond St., Westmont. Grab a basket or bag and come on over to Veterans Park to gather eggs filled with candy and toys! Children will be divided into four age categories. Adults may accompany their 2-3

throws bad things your way. How do you decide where to land in the three- to six-month range of expenses? That depends on how much risk your household has. If there’s only one income in the equation, you have more risk, so you should skew things toward six months. Being self-employed or a commissioned salesperson is also a situation where this would be true. If there are two incomes, and both come from steady, dependable sources, you could fall into the middle of that range or even more toward the three-month side. Make sure your emergency fund is easily accessible too. A simple money market account with checkwriting privileges works fine. You want to make sure you can get your money quickly when the need arises! —Dave

Never take an adjustable rate mortgage Dear Dave, Should I ever consider a 5/1 adjustable loan if I’m buying a

year olds and special needs children. Included in the fun is 4-5 year olds, 6-7 year olds and 8-9 year olds who must find the eggs all on their own. Our special guest will be the Easter Bunny himself who will be there to greet you! No registration necessary.

MARCH 29

Hidden Harry Potter. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. An insider’s peek! Hear hilarious inside jokes and uncover behind-the-scenes tidbits as we explore pivotal scenes

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house and plan to pay it off in five years? Anonymous Dear Anonymous, No! The reason is you can never be assured that you’re going to pay it off in five years. If you go into it with that mindset, then you’re basically saying you can predict the future will be exactly how you want it to be. That’s pretty naïve. Your future will never be what you think it will be. It’s either going to be better or worse, but your future will never turn out exactly the way you plan for it to be. If you can’t buy a home with cash, you need the stability of a 15-year, fixed rate mortgage in your life. We’re living in the lowest mortgage interest rate environment in about 50 years. I

from the first six films. Fun for ages 10+.

MARCH 30

Movie: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. 3 to 5 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Watch movie #5. With their warning about Lord Voldemort’s return scoffed at, Harry and Dumbledore are targeted by the Wizard authorities as an authoritarian bureaucrat slowly seizes power at Hogwarts. Rated PG-13.

saw a 3.02 percent 15-year fixed rate mortgage just the other day. For those of you who have not refinanced, if you’re staying in your home or you’re sitting on an adjustable rate, this is a great time to change that. Still, people are sitting around yawning like these kinds of rates are going to be around forever. It’s gone on for a while now, but don’t let that fool you into thinking those kinds of rates are normal. They’re not going to last forever. No, I would never under any circumstances take an adjustable rate mortgage. Was that unclear? I hope not! —Dave

Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business, and CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored five New York Times best-selling books. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 11 million listeners each week on more than 550 radio stations and digital outlets. Dave’s latest project, EveryDollar, provides a free online budget tool. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY ILLINOIS

WHEATON,

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS CARMEN LOPEZ; LOPEZ A/K/A

TAX NO. 08-36-211-035 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8102 RUTHERFORD DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $370,243.26. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\\\service. atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1411088 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I686125

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Stay informed with our legal listings Wedn esday, M arch 16, 2016 | bug lenewspapers.com WOODRIDGE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE ILLINOIS

COUNTY

WHEATON,

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS CARMEN LOPEZ; LOPEZ A/K/A

CHRISANDRA

CHRISANDRA BOLANOS; FARMINGDALE VILLAGE UNIT 22 HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; FIFTH THIRD BANK (WESTERN MICHIGAN);

tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\\\service. atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1411088 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I686125

8102 RUTHERFORD DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 15, 2015, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on April 19, 2016, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 34 IN GALLAGHER AND HENRY’S FARMINGDALE VILLAGE UNIT 22A, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 16, 1999 AS DOCUMENT NO. R99-38755, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-36-211-035 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8102 RUTHERFORD DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $370,243.26. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any

Commonly known as: DRIVE APT 101

502 REDONDO

DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 and which said Mortgage was made by, JON S. DAMIANI A/K/A JON SCOTT DAMIANI (DECEASED);

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DEFENDANTS 15 CH 205

THE WOODS, A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 32 AND THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 12, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R69-40874, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT A TO DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NO. R7248965, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. PARCEL TWO: EASEMENTS APPURTENANT TO PARCEL 1 AS SET FORTH IN DECLARATION DATED JANUARY 27, 1970 AND RECORDED JANUARY 27, 1970 AS DOCUMENT NO. R70-2611, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.

Mortgagor (s), to M.E.R.S., INC. AS NOMINEE FOR 1ST ADVANTAGE MORTGAGE, L.L.C. DBA MORTGAGE SERVICES ILLINOIS LLC

DOWNERS GROVE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE ILLINOIS

COUNTY

FEDERAL NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), ORGANIZED

WHEATON,

MORTGAGE CORPORATION

Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DU PAGE County, Illinois, as Document No. 006128477; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County,

AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF T HE

Chris Kachiroubas

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

DuPage Judicial Center 505 N. County Farm Rd.

PLAINTIFF

Wheaton, Illinois 60187

on or before April 8, 2016, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JON S. DAMIANI A/K/A JON SCOTT DAMIANI, IF ANY; ANDREW DAMIANI; STEVEN DAMIANI; LAURA DAMIANI; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR 1ST ADVANTAGE MORTGAGE, L.L.C. DBA MORTGAGE SERVICES ILLINOIS; LAKE IN THE WOODS UNIT NO. 502 CONDOMINIUM, INC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES Attorneys for Plaintiff Thirteenth Floor 1 North Dearborn Chicago, Illinois 60602 Tel. (312) 346-9088 Fax (312) 346-1557 pleadings@pierceservices.com

DEFENDANTS

PA 1507160 I686297

16 CH 000061 502 REDONDO DRIVE APT 101 DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JON S. DAMIANI A/K/A JON SCOTT DAMIANI, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: PARCEL ONE: UNIT 101 IN LAKE IN THE WOODS CONDOMINIUM NO. 502, AS DELINEATED ON SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF REAL ESTATE: LOT 66 IN LAKE IN

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