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Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad has asked Mount Carroll Township officials to vacate a portion of Scenic Bluff Road from the bridge south to Airport Road to accommodate the railroad’s plan to build a double track section on its main line. The township has proposed some alternative measures. Page A3. In a related matter, a comprehensive report was reviewed by the Carroll County Board regarding options available for the Ideal Bridge rail overpass project west of Milledgeville. Page A4 (PA photo/Tom Kocal)

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MOUNT CARROLL

Township suggests alternatives to road closure BNSF wants to have Scenic Bluff Road stretch closed to accommodate new double track

By TOM KOCAL Prairie Advocate TKocal@prairieadvocate.com

MOUNT CARROLL — Mount Carroll Township is proposing alternatives to Burlington Northern Santa Fe’s request that it abandon a portion of Scenic Bluff Road so the railroad can build a double track section on its main line.

The railway increased its offer to pay the township to close the section

from $200,000 to $800,000 one week after an April 29 public hearing at which all of the 40 people in attendance favored keeping the road open.

The section of road is about a half mile south of the bridge to Airport Road.

BNSF has said that if the township doesn’t accept its offer it will take the matter to the Interstate Commerce Commission.

“My take is that I don’t want it closed, because

it would affect my business, and I made that quite clear,” said Rich Russell, one of the people who attended the public hearing. Russell owns Savanna Quarry.

“At least 30 percent of my tion of Scenic Bluff Road to access Airport Road.”

Township and Carroll 12 to discuss their options, On Thursday, township Road Commissioner Glen

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Heisler sent a letter asking BNSF to redesign the bridge without vacating the road.

After talking with engineers at Willett Hofmann & Associates, the township is requesting that the railroad widen the opening to the bridge, which, among other things, would require it be lengthened 14 feet, and add a ditch or storm sewer to solve an ongoing drainage problem.

Andy Williams, BNSF

public affairs director for Illinois, said Monday that the BNSF is reviewing the township’s response. He had no further comment.

The township letter also gives several reasons why keeping the crossing open is important to the community.

That portion of Scenic Bluff Road is used by local residents and businesses, not only as a detour when state Route 84 is closed because of an accident or

for other reasons, but also to access Airport Road to get to Route 84, or to travel east, Vandendooren said.

Other paths that could be used would not be as convenient and would require several miles of backtracking.

Township Attorney Kipp Meyers said closing the road would affect businesses and people in Savanna and the rest of the county, not just in Mount Carroll Township.

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‘Thomson’s Town’ needs actors, production help THOMSON — Lewis Frosch, writer and director of the pageant play, “Thomson’s Town,” will hold casting calls at York Public Library from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday and Tuesday.

Those who wish to volunteer to help with the production or be in the cast should attend.

The play will be pre-

Wayne Leonard of the Mount Carroll American Legion Post 67 stands in a room full of walkers, hospital beds, toilet accessories, wheelchairs, crutches and shower stools the Legion offers for free to those who need them. The Legion is registered with the Carroll County Senior Center in Mount Carroll, or you can call Leonard at 815-244-9791. The Legion also will be raffling a Henry rifle during Mayfest; stop by its booth for tickets and more information. (PA photo/Tom Kocal)

MOUNT CARROLL Crime Stoppers ask for help with Mill Road accident MOUNT CARROLL – Carroll County Crime Stoppers is looking for information on a hit-and-run over the weekend in which a vehicle drove through and destroyed four barricades closing off a bridge on Mill Road, south of Mount Carroll.

According to the Carroll County Sheriff’s

Department, a newer black Chevrolet truck was southbound on Mill when it hit the barricades.

The center chrome portion of the grill and pieces of the black plastic bumper likely are missing.

Anyone with information is asked to call 815-244-7867. Tips can remain anonymous, and information leading to an arrest could earn the caller up to $1,000.

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CARROLL COUNTY

Board wants BNSF to take ownership of bridge Would prefer new road-level crossing to overpass fix

By TONY CARTON For Prairie Advocate

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The Ideal Road bridge just south of state Route 40 handles a daily volume of about 450 vehicles and is among the last of the wooden deck bridges in Carroll County. (PA photos/Tony Carton) renovation of the overpass.

The project, including work on Route 40, is part of the Illinois Department of Transportation’s 6-year highway spending plan released last week.

But the County Board doesn’t want to spend additional money on overpass reconstruction. So it voted unanimously to have county engineer Kevin Vandendooren negotiate with BNSF to take ownership and maintenance of the overpass.

Vanderdooren said the county would have some liability regardless, as it and BNSF have a responsiblity to ensure the crossing and roadways are safe for travel.

It also has had federal funds allocated for Carroll County to pay for bridge replacement.

For those reasons, Vanderdooren said, he has proposed the county petition the Illinois Commerce Commission to have the crossing at road level.

Vandendooren told the board May 7 that there is an agreement with IDOT for only preliminary engineering. The contract calls for the project to be completed within 3 years, and gives

IDOT an ability to withdraw the project if the Legislature doesn’t allocate appropriate funding.

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MOUNT CARROLL — The railway overpass on Ideal Road just south of a curve along state Route 40 west of Milledgeville is slated for renovation.

What that renovation will be still must be determined.

The Carroll County Board wants Burlington Northern Santa Fe to take ownership of and maintain the track overpass.

It would prefer BNSF make the crossing at road level instead of an overpass, but it isn’t sure the railroad will agree. It might ultimately ask the Illinois Commerce Commission to require the crossing be at road level.

Any reconstruction will require a reworking of the intersection of Ideal Road and Route 40. A new bridge would require the intersection to be moved 80 feet to the west. An at-grade crossing might allow IDOT to cut that distance in half. An at-grade crossing, however, might require additional roadway to provide enough room for vehicles that are stopped for passing trains.

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MOUNT CARROLL

CGH opening clinic in downtown Mount Carroll Will be in space of Bess building once used for Riverview Center

By LYNNETTE FORTH For Prairie Advocate

the Riverview Center.

Owner Jill Bess’ Fawn

MOUNT CARROLL — CGH Medical Center is opening a medical clinic in downtown Mount Carroll by the end of July, CGH Vice President Shane Brown and family medicine specialist Dr. Aja Montgomery-Murphy told the council at its May 12 meeting.

The clinic will be at 106 E. Market St. in the portion of the Bess Professional building that used to house

be in the building.

“We are really excited to be putting our clinic in Mount Carroll,” Brown said. “Dr. Murphy will be in the clinic 3 days a week, along with an assistant to hopefully offer same-day appointments. We think that would be a really nice service to the community. be in the downtown area.

The community has been

In other council action Also at the May 12 meeting: Summer help was hired, including Bob Irons, Tom Franks, and a high school student.

Approval was granted to transfer $3,000 from the park fund to the recreation fund to close out fiscal year 2015 with a positive balance.

Approval was given to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to conduct a sampling project along Carroll Creek on city property along Galena street.

Open Mic Night will be held at the Kraft Building on May 20, with a meal being served at 4 p.m., and proceeds going to the Art Guild and the Community Development Corp. very welcoming.”

“I have heard a lot of good things about CGH. Thank you for bringing this service to our town,” Alderman

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Kevin Powers said.

If council approves, the clinic will be connected to to the town’s iFiber line.

The council also voted to

sign an NIE Net Services agreement to light up the iFiber services, which will cost the city $300 a year, plus $25 per month to have service in City Hall.

Alderman Doug Bergren voted against the move, stating that the library used to have free high-speed Internet courtesy of the state, but now pays $50 a month.

Point Rock Park got a facelift over the weekend, thanks to community volunteers who worked painted shelter houses, repaired the water fountain, cleared brush, and cleaned the restrooms.

Tru Green quoted a cost of $1,700 to get rid of the

park’s moles, but “we will try the old-fashioned way using traps,” Alderman Joe Grim said with a chuckle.

He also noted that cleanup work is being done at the swimming pool in preparation for opening this Memorial Day weekend.

Lifeguards have been hired, swim lessons begin July 13, weather permitting, and a golf fundraiser for the pool will be held July 24 at Oakville Country Club.

Painting and general cleaning will begin soon.

City streets will be getting a wash down, and the Galena Street bridge will get 10 new deck planks.

IN COLLEGE

Lanark sophomore on Goshen College dean’s list GOSHEN, Indiana — Sophomore Austin Weaver, a business major from Lanark, was among 170 undergraduate students who made the spring semester’s dean’s list at Goshen College.

Weaver is the son of Diane and Ken Weaver of Lanark.

Undergraduate students must earn a 3.75 GPA or better while completing at least 12 hours of course work for a letter grade to make the semester list.

Goshen College is a liberal arts college in northern Indiana rooted in the Mennonite church and known for leadership in intercultural and international education, sustainability and social justice. Go to www.goshen.edu for more information.

Cornucopia gift basket winner Connie Eisenbise of Lanark is the winner of a basket of gardening goodies, basil, chive and tomato plants, and reading materials donated

by Lanark’s Cornucopia/ Farmers Market Committee as a door prize at Lanark’s Night of Possibility on May 2. (PA photo/Tom Kocal)

Find out what’s under the hood at the Mayest Car Show. (PA file photo)

Show pride in your ride at car show the top 50 entries, and dash plaques will be MOUNT CARROLL — The 15th annual Mount Carroll Mayfest Car Show will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, rain or shine, on the Campbell Center grounds.

Registration costs $10 and runs from 9 a.m. to noon. Trophies will be presented to

Call Pat Bausman, 815-656-1985, for entry forms or more information.

The 34th annual Mayfest celebration runs Friday through Sunday. Go to www.mtcarrollil.org or call 815-244-2411 for more information.

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MOUNT CARROLL

City begins MAPPING out its future ventures Implementation of programs underway

By TONY CARTON For Prairie Advocate MOUNT CARROLL — Projects as varied as creation of a Facebook page heralding the village sesquicentennial, development and then expansion of an artisan market and the organization of leadership training for young people are underway in Mount Carroll. The four committees spawned by the MAPPING the Future of Your Community project has begun implementing a series of programs designed to move the village forward.

The MAPPING the Future of Your Community program is a participant-driven strategic planning initiative of the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs where local leaders and citizen volunteers create a long-range

vision for the future of their village.

MAPPING program manager Gisele Hamm said the folks in Mount Carroll have been a great group to work with and she is excited for the town’s future.

“The city of Mount Carroll is poised to embrace a promising future, thanks to the commitment and dedication of its MAPPING the Future Action Teams,” Hamm said. “Mount Carroll’s long-term plan includes four goals that the community will work to achieve in the next 10 to 30 years, as well as the strategies they will utilize to reach their goals.”

She said participating community members met for four sessions every Thursday, April 9 to 30, then formed action teams for each goal to develop as well as their longer term plans to work toward achieving those goals.

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Development and expansion of an artisan market, including non-food vendors in the already successful Mount Carroll Farmers Market are among the projects undertaken by the MAPPING committee seeking to further develop festivals, events and activities in Mount Carroll. (submitted photo) To complete the MAPPING process, participants plan to hold a town meeting late this year to unveil the action plan to the entire community, and to encourage other residents to get involved.

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Walk - or run - to the Mayfest 5K roll County Relay for Life will be held as part of this year’s 34th annual Mayfest celebration.

The event begins at 8 a.m. Saturday at the north entrance to Campbell Center, where the Mayfest celebration is held.

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Mount Carroll MAPPING participant Anna Gray said each committee is working productively and she said Lanark Mayor John Huggins has been supportive in their efforts.

“He helped our steering committee understand that the MAPPING project was a very valuable program for not only Mount Carroll, but for the whole area,” said Gray. “Savanna is currently working the program and it’s been a very rewarding experience because so many different people that have not necessarily been involved before have come forward to participate in the gathering and implementation of so many different ideas. It’s been very dynamic.”

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West Carroll Middle School eighth-grader McKenna Sullivan and Sinnissippi Centers Laura Smith show off Sullivan’s logo design, the winning entry for the 2015 Mount Carroll Mayfest 5K Walk/Run. WCMS sixth-graders Hannah Bauch and Katie Honchell placed second and third, respectively. All three will receive a foot-long meal deal from Subway/Land of Oz in Mount Carroll. Sullivan will also receive a free Mayfest 5K T-shirt, which will feature her winning design.

The Mayfest 5K Walk/Run will be held Saturday morning. A portion of the proceed benefit Carroll County Relay for Life. (Courtesy of Dita Wilcox)

roll’s four goals is aimed at developing a thriving economy where businesses are retained, nurtured, and grown. The goal committee is already engaged in several projects including developing a marketing plan to promote Mount

Carroll as a place to do business, creating a shop local program, and improving city signage.

Goal two is focused on youth engagement, and a youth forum is being scheduled this summer to obtain input from Mount Carroll youth on their needs and desires to help guide the committee’s future initiatives.

The third goal includes offering a variety of unique and engaging festivals, events, and activities. Plans are in the works to plan, enhance, and promote several upcoming community events including its artisan market, farmers market, and car cruise.

Utilization and enhancement of the Mount Carroll parks and recreation facilities comprises the fourth goal. This committee’s initial projects include extensive cleanup, painting,

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Obituaries Robert Roy Rasmussen

CEDARVILLE — Robert Roy Rasmussen, 64, of Cedarville passed away on May 15, 2015, in his home.

He was born in Savanna on April 23, 1951, the son of Roy and Elvera Rasmussen. He was a 1969 graduate of Mount Carroll High School. On Nov. 28, 1970, Robert married Jane McColley at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mount Carroll. Robert was employed at Kelly Springuntil he retired in November 2014. He was a member of Eastgate Christian Church, and was an avid gardener.

He is survived by his wife Jane; son Rodney (Kimberly) Rasmussen

of Minnesota City, Minnesota; daughter Johanna (Curt) Yoder of Freeport; six grandchildren, Roland, Roy, and Roxy Rasmussen, Jaxon, Jozy, and Jenna Yoder; brother Ronald (Kathy) Rasmussen of Mount Carroll; sisters Diane Finch of Missouri, Janice Nitz of Kansas, and Mary Dent of Colorado; and many nieces and nephews.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents. day at Eastgate Christian Center in Freeport, with the Revs. Steve Barr and Steve tion was at the church prior to the service. A memorial has been established.

Visit www.schwarzfh.com to share condolences and memories with the family.

Vada M.A. Ferry

LEAF RIVER — Vada M.A. Ferry, 89, died Friday, May 15, 2015, at Pres-

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She was born on Feb. 17, 1926, at home in Lena, the daughter of Willie and Mag-

nieces, Carol Swearingen of Bloomington, and Susie Doubler of Warren; grandchildren, Dr. Kristin

She married Lee D. Ferry Sr. on Dec. 14, 1943.

She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Pearl City. She enjoyed crocheting, playing cards and dominoes, and attending family gatherings. Vada originally worked at the Wilson Poultry plant in Lanark. Vada worked as an LPN at Villas of Shannon from 1954 to 1986. Vada was an extremely experienced gardener and canner of many harvests.

She is survived by four sons, Eugene (Barbara) Ferry, David (Nusara) Ferry

fanie) Ferry of Rockford, Shannon (Nattinee) Ferry

Charles Ferry of Leaf River and Lee D. (Patricia) Ferry Jr. of Machesney Park; one nephew, Howard (Donna) Doubler of Warren; two

Andrew Ferry.

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James Miles Delp

NORMAL — James “Jim” Miles Delp, 59, of Normal, died Monday, May 11, 2015, at his home. A funeral service was held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Lower York Cemetery in

at UAW Local 2488 Union Hall, 10226 E. 1400 North Road in Bloomington.

Phyllis Jean Young

SAVANNA — Phyllis Jean Young, 88, of Savanna, died Sunday, May 17, 2015, at Big Meadows Nursing Home in Savanna.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be held at 7 Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna. A memorial gathering will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., prior to the service at the funeral home.

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City gets grants for wastewater treatment plant

By MICHAEL MILLER For Prairie Advocate

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has received $650,000 in Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity grants to help pay for its new waste water treatment bie announced May 12.

Along with other grants garnered, the city now has nearly $3 million for the project, McCombie said.

Savanna,” McCombie said.

Also at the council meeting, members approved departmental requests for funds, including:

Savanna City Clerk Paul Hartman (left) swears in four members of the Savanna City Council for new 3-year terms at the council’s May 12 meeting. (From left) Christine Lee, Ward 1, Jeff Griswold, Ward 2 and Gary Scott Law, Ward 4, won re-election bids, while new member John Peterson will represent Ward 2. (PA photo/Michael Miller)

for the design engineering services of MSA Professional Services for the waste water treatment plant in the amount of $452,847.46.

Finance Chairman Bill

long as the city had the money to pay off this loan it should do so, rather than deal with the approximately $95,500 interest on a 20-year loan.

Community Funding and Planning Services’ Sharon Pepin told the council that the city would get approximately $123,500 from the Economic Development Administration, which is paying for up to 20 percent of the design engineering costs.

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requires approval of its construction and placement. permission to sell a spare coach seat, currently in storage and at risk of decay and rodent mutilation, as well as permission to paint and resurface the west side of the train car.

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The council approved several appointments, including Phil Jensen as city attorney for one year and Bill Robinson to Whiteside County Enterprise Zone.

Finance Committee members will be Robinson, chairman, Peg Haffey, and Christine Lee. Water/Sewer/Refuse/Streets and Alleys Committee will be Robinson, chairman, Scott Law, and one other to be determined.

Personnel/Ordinance/Public Relations Committee will be Lee, chairwoman, Haffey, and Jeff Griswold.

Building and Public Property/Health and Safety Committee will be Lisa Robinson, chairwoman, Scott Law and John Peterson.

Hotel/Motel Committee will be Haffey, chairwoman, Lisa Robinson, and one to be determined.

Contracts and Lease/Collective Bargaining Committee will be Robinson, chairwoman, Haffey and Griswold.

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Page A16 • May 20, 2015 • BE A PRAIRIE ADVOCATE • www.prairieadvocate.com er is Retired Air Force LTC Bob Coleman. The MHS band and choir offer several music selections, Boy and Girl Scouts will lower the FLPL meeting flags during Taps, and Miss The Friends of the Lanark Rylee Matthews will place Public Library will be meet- the wreath. ing at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 21, at the Lanark Munici- Savanna Held at 10:30 a.m. at the pal Building, 111 S Broad West Carroll Primary School, St. New members are wel2215 Wacker Road in Savancome. na. Address of the Day will May 22 be by CCM Gary Luke, Minnesota State Command Memorial service Hospice of the Rock River Chief Master Sergeant, MinValley Memorial Service, nesota National Guard. Plachonoring loved ones who ing of the Wreath will be died during the past year, conducted by Commanders will be held at 6 p.m., May Terry Miller, VFW Post 2223 22 at New Life Lutheran and Paul Mayer, American Church, 702 W. Lynn Blvd., Legion Post 148, with Roll Sterling. The service is open Call of Veterans and Honor to anyone who has lost a Guard Rifle Salute. The Men loved one. If you did not of Calvary will perform sevuse hospice and would like eral music selections, and Cub Scout Pack 48 under your loved one’s name and/ Keri Brown will pick up the or photograph included in flags. the presentation, call 815Shannon Memorial Day 288-3673.

Shannon American May 23 Legion will host its annual Thomson Alumni Prom Memorial Day service at Dance to Coupe de 9:30 a.m. Monday, May Ville. FREE to public. 8:30 25 in the Eastland Grade p.m. to midnight. For more School Gym. NOTE: It starts information, call Jan Bristol 30 minutes earlier this at 815-297-3135 or Luanne year. The Shannon Veterans Memorial will be dediBruckner at 815-259-3168. cated at 11 a.m. May 25.

Brat stand Ceremony will be outside, The first Brat Stand of the at the Memorial site, corner summer season will be held of Shannon Rt. and state from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. SaturRoute 72 (kitty corner from day, May 23 adjacent to the Casey’s Country Store).

Pearl City Post Office, hostUnless bad weather, then it ed by St. John’s Lutheran will be held at the Eastland Church. For more informaGrade School gym. Keytion call 815-443-2215. note speaker will be Jim May 25 Sacia, former state representative.

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Located at the Whiteside County parking lot, behind 204 E. Lincolnway (state Route 30), the market is held from 8 to 11 a.m. May 23 to September 26, rain or shine. For information call 815-772-4749, visit morrisonfarmersmarket.com, or like us Facebook.

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Prayer Shawl Ministry meets the first and third Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Lanark United Methodist Church. The LUMC Shawl Ministry invites anyone to come knit with us. We witness to God’s love by knitting, blessing, and giving shawls to those in need of friendship, celebration, healing, and comfort. Knit 3, Purl 3 - come share God’s work with us. Questions?

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From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, an introductory workshop, Preservation of Gravestones and Cemetery Monuments Workshop, will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery in Mount Carroll. Participants will learn techniques for basic resetting, cleaning, and maintenance of cemetery markers. Deadline for registration is May 25 and the $50 fee includes all necessary materials. Participants should bring their own beverages and lunch.

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City donates $10,000 to Chestnut school demolition

By MICHAEL MILLER For Prairie Advocate SAVANNA – The City Council has agreed to give $10,000 to The Great River Outreach to help the school and build a new community center.

The grant is contingent the ownership of the former Chestnut Park Elementary School, which New Unity Church has said it will donate.

It will cost about $58,000 to demolish the old classroom and gym sections.

Although Great River still is fundraising for the project, it has gutted the build-

ing and had the asbestos removed, council members noted.

The new community center will allow GRO to expand The Table, a program that serves hot meals weekdays to the needy. It also could be such as the food pantry and Golden Meals, which could use the kitchen and dining room, said the Rev. Bob North, who asked the council to make an exception to its usual $2,500 grant for demolition reimbursement.

The center also could house a used clothing shop, and space for several public and private agencies on a

1- or 2-day-a-week basis, North added.

The city has $35,000 in its demolition reimbursement fund, about $25,000 of which already is committed, Mayor Tony McCombie said.

“I just think it would be a tremendous asset to the community, not only to have that building gone but to have a new building to replace it,” Alderwoman Christine Lee said. “We have so many people in this community that could use those services.”

Alderwoman Lisa Robinson wondered if this might not set a troublesome precedent in which Main Street

business owners also might want exceptions for their demolitions.

McCombie said she was not aware of any owners who had such plans.

“I would love to think that owners of buildings on Main Street that were demo-ing and were going to rebuild to better the community and provide economic opportunity. I hope they do come forth,” she said.

The council also approved a request from Gerry Gendreau to use the south half of Madison Street between Main and the east alley of Main between Main and Third for the Iron Horse Music Festival Friday

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Vandendooren said all work on Route 40 would be paid for by IDOT, and the right-of-way work and engineering would be split – 60 percent paid by the ICC, and 20 percent each by BNSF and the county.

Carroll County received funds from IDOT to cover its 20 percent share, about $160,000. Any additional expenses would come from county coffers.

Vandendooren said the county has no written agreements with BNSF other than a Nov. 21, 2002, letter in which the railroad supported the project. It also has an unsigned document making the county responsible for the bridge deck of the current structure.

He said the ICC and IDOT both have told him the project remains on their lists.

Vandendooren told the board he thinks it has three options: • Negotiate to have BNSF take ownership and maintenance of the overpass;

THOMSON Coupe de Ville headlines prom at sesquicentennial The Thomson Alumni Association and the Thomson Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring Coupe De Ville in celebration of the town’s 150th anniversary and in honor of Thomson Schools at a dance from 8:30 p.m. to midnight Saturday at Thomson School, 801 South St., just off state Route 84.

The dance is open to the public. Vintage apparel is encouraged, but not required. Admission is free; donations will be accepted.

• Negotiate with the railroad for a road-level crossing; • Withdraw the application and be a respondent when BNSF petitions the ICC. He said the chances of a petition to have an at-grade crossing succeed “are at best 50/50.”

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argument in that we cannot take on any additional infrastructure,” Vanderdooren said. “We can’t maintain what we have, and I think it’s a very strong argument.”

He said the BNSF would and he has concerns about delays at the crossing par-

ticularly once a double main line comes through.

“There are going to be closures at that crossing,” Vandendooren said. “They are running about 35 trains daily now, but when the double main line comes there will likely be 70 trains or more daily.”

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May 11 Milledgeville 13, West Carroll 3 (6 inn.)

Erie/Prophetstown 13, Eastland 3 Stillman Valley 5, Sterling 1 Amboy 4, Byron 0 Sterling Newman 10, Spring Valley Hall 1 Princeton 16, Dixon 4 (6 inn.)

May 12 Eastland 9, Milledgeville 5 Pearl City 9, Stockton/Warren 1 Forreston/Polo 5, Le-Win 2 Morris 8, Sterling 5 Rock Falls 4, Byron 3 Sterling Newman 6, Fulton 4 AFC 9, Pecatonica 0 Oregon 3, Winnebago 0 Mendota 18, Dixon 8 Rockridge 15, Sherrard 8 May 13 Morrison 6, Erie/Prophetstown 5 Sterling Newman 5, Amboy 1 Stillman Valley 18, Sycamore 8 (6 inn.)

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EASTLAND HIGH SCHOOL

Thirty-three members of the Eastland High School Class of 2015 received awards and scholarships from 58 businesses, individuals and families. (Courtesy of Anne Pilgrim)

Seniors receive awards, scholarships

LANARK — Thirty-four Eastland High School seniors were honored at Thursday’s 15th annual Award and Scholarship Night.

Local businesses, organizations, memorial funds, colleges, and individuals donated more than $53,000 in scholarships, said Anne Pilgrim, Eastland Jr/Sr High School counselor. Departmental excellence and numerous other awards also were presented.

“A successful event such as this would not be possible without the tremendous support of area businesses and individuals,” Pilgrim said.

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MILLEDGEVILLE SCHOOLS

Students select art award winners MILLEDGEVILLE – Winners of the Milledgeville annual Fine Arts Festival, held May 11 at the elementary school, were chosen by fellow students.

They are: First grade: First place, Spencer Nye; second place, Caleb Sarber; Evan Schenck, Leslie Mayne and Bryson Wiersema, tied for third.

Second grade: First place, Erika Braustein; second place, Lili Drinkall; and third place, Taylor Sarber Third grade: First place, Skyler Hartman; second place, Devyn Swanson; and Kohle Bradley and Jace Urish tied for third.

Receiving a plaque for being the overall winner with the most student votes

McConnel, Schmidt to wed Congratulations to all the young artists: Taylor Sarber (front left), Serenity Balsiger, Teagan Viney, Kohle Bradley, Skyler Hartman, and Devyn Swanson, and Evan Schenck (back left), Bryson Wiersema, Spencer Nye, Abigail Sturrup, Lili Drinkall, Erika Braunstein, Macey Schryver, Caleb Sarber, Jace Urish, Rylan Shenefelt, and Leslie Mayne. (Courtesy of Talisa Pauley) was Teagan Viney.

Laura Readdy, the elementary art teacher, awarded Teachers Choice Awards, based on talent, hard

work and good attitude, to: kindergarten, Serenity Schryver; second grade, Abigail Sturrup; and third

grade, Rylan Shenefelt.

All the winning students received ribbons, pencils or a new box of crayons.

Letters and Commentary Just saying thanks Did you know that last week was National Police Week, established to remember those killed in the line of duty and to honor those who continue to keep us safe every day?

You may have known that, and I appreciate that you do! If not, it is because most us for the pomp and circumstance, but because they are “just doing their job.”

I want to thank my husband, Chief Brian Melton of the Morrison Police DepartI have the pleasure of knowing through Brian or because of my career. They have one of the most thankless jobs and tolerate more in a day than we will ever know.

They are criticized for doing their job and criticized for NOT doing their job. They deal with everything from people complaining about parking tickets to investigating child sexual assault (all in the same day, by the way).

They have to have a skill set and a mindset that few of us can comprehend.

Over the years of being married to Brian, I have

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Full Line of Farm Tractors, Implements, Tools and 500+ Toy Collecti tion sta tarts at 10:00 A.M. Watch for list to follow.

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John and Robin McConnel of Mount Carroll, and Joseph Schmidt of Shannon and Susan Koester of Freeport, are pleased to announce the wedding of their daughter, Diane Lou to Kevin Schmidt.

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Diane and Kevin met while attending Highland Community College and continued their relation-

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ship when they transferred to University of Indiana in Bloomington. Diane works at an art gallery in Nashville, Indiana and does consulting and design work for several other clients.

Kevin is majoring in music informatics and minoring in business. He also works part time at a local book store.

The couple will marry later this month at White Pines State Park in Oregon. After the honeymoon, they will return to Bloomington to live.

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Residents of the Village of Milledgeville There will be a Zoning Planning Commission Meeting held June 1, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Hall in Milledgeville.

The meeting will be to discuss a resident asking for a Special Use Permit to operate a home business at 684 W. 8th St. in Milledgeville, IL. Any interested parties are invited to attend.

Zoning Officer Jim Haag

and all are encouraged to IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT CARROLL COUNTY, ILLINOIS In the Matter of the Estate of LAVONNE E. MARTIN, Deceased IN PROBATE No. 15-P-24 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death on April 30, 2015, of LAVONNE E. MARTIN of Shannon, Illinois. Letters of Office as Independent Co-Executors were issued on May 2, 2015 to SANDRA FEAVER, 3003 Forest Rd., Freeport, IL, KATHRYN EDEN, 722 Santa Fe Dr., Freeport, IL, and SUSAN OSBORN, 2246 Concord Dr., Sycamore, IL 60178, whose attorney is ROBERT E. EDEN, 106 W. Market, Box 522, Shannon, IL 61078.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Carroll County Courthouse, Mt. Carroll, IL 61053, or with a co-executor, or both on or before November 5, 2015, or within 3 months from date of mailing or delivery of notice to creditors, if required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3) as amended, whichever date is later.

Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the executor and to the attorney within 10 days after being filed.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ON FREEDOM TOWNSHIP ROAD DISTRICT BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a tentative budget and appropriation ordinance for road purposes of the Freedom Township in the County of Carroll, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2015, and ending March 31, 2016, will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at the Clerk’s home, 23051 Georgetown Rd., Lanark; please call to set a time, 815-541-9079 Notice is further hereby given that a public hearing on said budget and appropriation ordinance will be held at 7:30 P.M., 11th day June, 2015, at Freedom Township Hall in this Town and that final action on this ordinance will be taken at a meeting to be held at Township Hall at 7:45 o’clock P.M., 11th day, June, 2015.

Amy Johnson, Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ON FREEDOM TOWNSHIP BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a tentative budget and appropriation ordinance for the Town of Freedom in the County of Carroll, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2015 and ending March 31, 2016, will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at the Clerk’s home, 23051 Georgetown Rd., Lanark; please call to set a time, 815-541-9079.

Notice is further given hereby that a public hearing on said budget and appropriation ordinance will be held at 7:30 o’clock P.M., 11th day, June 2015, at Freedom Township Hall in this Town and that final action on this ordinance will be taken by the Board of Town Trustees at the meeting to be held at 7:45 o’clock P.M., on the 12th day of June, 2015.

Dated this 14th day of May, 2015.

Hunt Thomas, Supervisor Amy Johnson, Clerk

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SAT., MAY 23rd • 9:30 A.M. (STARTING W/GUNS) MARVIN KOCH EST. & MARGERY KOCH 301 BUTTERNUT DR., LENA, IL MANY MORE ITEMS; STILL SORTING — REAL ESTATE SELLING MAY 30th GUNS SELLING AT 9:30 (all IL gun laws apply): 410 single shot; Mossberg Model C 22 single shot, bolt action; Stevens Crack Shot 22, lever action; S&W Model 77A 2 pump; Crosman 140 pump w/scope; Crosman & Daisy BB pistol; pellet gun; Crosman 760 Pump Master IOB; Daisy Red Ryder; Daisy Model 880 BB gun; STAIRLIFT: 12½ Bruno; GARAGE ITEMS: Simplicity 5216 riding mower; 7000watt port. generator; belt sander on stand; lathe; dust collector; chainsaw sharpener band saw; jig saw; vise; antenna tower; Craftsman shop; ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: Seeburg jukebox; Universal meat/coffee grinder; wood pulleys; Arcade coffee grinder; Lena Kolb Dairy bottle; RR & barn lantern; cast iron JD plate; DeLaval sign; wood rake; bayonet; yd. sticks; easel; Boyer Imp. thermometer; sleigh bells; ‘40s & others lic. plates; qu. Hager pottery; oak file cabinets; TOYS–Wizard of Oz figures; tractors & implements; (3) 1957 Nomad TERMS: Cash or Check. Must Have Photo I.D. to Register JIM CALHOUN, Auctioneer, IL Lic.440000333 Mt. Carroll (815) 244-9660 For Full Listing & Pictures www.calhounauction.com

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CHADWICK — All are invited to attend the annual Community Worship Service at 10 a.m. May 31 at First Lutheran Church, 19 W. Third St. along state Route 40.

The New Spirit Band will perform; donations will be accepted for the group to continue its musical

ministry.

The Chadwick Lions Club will hold a pork chop BBQ from 11 a.m. to 1

impact he or she has on our community, schools, and neighborhoods — it is immeasurable!

Carrie Melton Morrison

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Annual community worship service May 31

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The New Spirit Band is Susie Rogers (front left), Connie Withhart, Juliene McCormick and Missy Hartman; Jeff Kromer (middle left), Larry Woods, Mike Picolotti, Richard Fortner, Bill Foley and Keith Kalaukoa; and Chris Russen (back left) , Kara Conklin and Sage Storjohann. (Courtesy of Susan Smith)

none that I know!

So, thank you to those public servants who help to make our community safe, quiet, and family-friendly.

Where I can freely let my son ride his bike to his friend’s house, go for a walk in the city after dark, allow my daughter to hang out with her friends at Happy Joe’s, run into Cozy Corners and leave my car running in the winter, or any other freedoms that we may take for granted.

Honor those mothers, fathers, husbands, wives, children, aunts, uncles, siblings, and friends who put on that uniform and badge, and commit to serving and protecting my family and yours.

We also need to support

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I see so much negativity around police (some is deserved), but those “bad cops” do not represent even

career that you think you could do better but have no idea the patience and compassion it takes; and

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and honor those who protect our streets every day by teaching our children that police are here to help them, and not to be fearful of them; by providing adequate funding so law enforcement can do their job safely and to keep up with the ever-changing world of crime; by refraining from criticism of a

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LETTERS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING On Friday, May 29, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. a meeting conducted by the Bi-County Special Education Cooperative will take place at Wallace School; Sterling. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss the 11 member districts plans for providing special education services to students with disabilities who attend private schools and home schools within the 11 member districts of the Cooperative. If you are the parent of a home-schooled student who has been identified with a disability and you reside within the boundaries of the 11 member districts, you are urged to attend. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting, please contact Laurie A. Heston; Bi-County Director of Special Education at 815-622-0858 EXT. #16. *Bi-County represents the following 11 member districts: Erie #1 Riverbend #2 Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico #3 Sterling #5 Morrison #6 East Coloma-Nelson/Nelson #20 Rock Falls Elementary #13 Monmorency #145 RFHS #301 Eastland #308 Chadwick-Milledgeville #399

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