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Tuesday, December 23, 2014 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––625-6700 626-SOLD (7653) or 284-SOLD (7653) Call: Toll free: 1-800-798-4085

OUR PHONE LINES ARE OPEN: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm u Closed Saturday and Sunday PERSONALS

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58yr. old male looking for female companionship age 45-60. Call if you have any other questions 815718-0151

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♥♥ADOPTION:♥♥ At-Home Mom, Financially Secure Family, LOVE, Laughter, Art, Music ♥Awaits 1st Baby♥ ♥♥Melanie♥♥ ♥Expenses Paid♥ 1-866-757-5199

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STERLING

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Cozy 2 story Sterling Home, move in ready! 3BR, 1½ BA, 1,300 sq. ft. garage, deck & lg. yard. All new roof, kitchen, baths, H/W floors, furnace Plus finished basement w/ family/ 4th BR & ½ BA. 1110 5th Ave. $114,900.

Call 815-626-9472 See pictures on Saukvalley.com

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For Sale or Rent: This luxurious custom built 2000 home features: 2 story entrance foyer which opens into large LR with soaring ceilings and two-story windows. Elegant designer kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops.

4BR, 3.75 baths.

Two master suites with Jacuzzi including ground level suite. Loft over looking living area.

Large deck overlooking park-like backyard. 3.5 car garage.

Walking distance to Sinnissippi Park and Rock River. $269,000. Will consider owner financing and/or rent with option to buy.

625-3600 284-2222

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3BR 2 full baths, refrig., stove, dishwasher, w/d, new furnace & a/c this yr., deck & handicapped ramp, storage shed, $24,000 815-973-5601

Nice 1BR upper, stove, refrigerator., garbage p/u furn.

No pets, ref., lease, $375/ mo. + dep.

815-652-2042 Nice 2BR, stove refrig. stacked w/d garbage p/u furn.

Pets.

Ref., No Lease, $450/mo. + dep. 815-652-2042

APARTMENTSFURNISHED 305 ROCK FALLS NEW TODAY Efficiency & 1BR Fully furnished all utilities, + cable 815-626-6403

APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED 306

MILLEDGEVILLE 2BR, In Milledgeville lower level, new carpet, W&D H/U, immediate occupancy, $375/ mo.+ dep. & ref.

Required. Call 815275-6600

PROPHETSTOWN

Attractive 1 & 2 apts. with BR. some utilities. Sterling & Rock Falls.

No pets, no parties.

Refs. req.

815-336-2305.

2 bedroom apartment, with one stall garage, $500/mo.

Call Kophamer & Blean Realty (815) 772-2728

Please ask about property tax incentive. 312-373-0601

DIXON

ROCK FALLS

STERLING

DIXON RIVER APARTMENTS 2 BR, 1 BA Starting at $505

Http://fusion.realtour vision.com/idx/29397

Exceptional ranch condo. 2BR, 2 ba.

2 car garage. Like new. Mid $150s.

815-631-6483.

Remodeled 2BR, $550+dep. No Pets Ref. 815-213-0247 815-564-9383

CEMETERY LOTS

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4 Cemetery lots for sale at Coloma Township Cemetery $600/ea. Mary 815-626-3073

MOBILE HOMES 230

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815-284-6782

Newer 2 BR, apartment Fieldstone area: W/D hookup, appls. incl. Fireplace, garage w/opener. $625 mo., $500 dep.

960 sq. ft.

815-626-1431 or 815-631-5855 1BR basement apt, north side w/ garage, stove refrig., utilities & heat furnished. No pets ref., lease, $425/ mo. & dep 815652-2042 1BR upper, stove refrig, garbage p/u furn. No Pets. Ref., Lease, $350/ mo. + dep.

815-6522042

1 BR $375 Hampton Apts.

815-625-7043

NEW TODAY 2BR, newly remodeled, on lake 1 ½ mi. W. of Rock Falls, $600/mo. + utilities, no pets, 815-626-2145 Lg. 1BR. + appl.

No pets. $425 + dep. 815-718-1784 THICKSTEN APTS. 1 & 2 BR houses 815-499-4217

STERLING 1 BR Apts. No pets. Call 815-7160367.

1BR, $400 815-562-7368 Rochelle Realty 2 & 3BR, 2 car attch. Garage, W/ D/ ups, all applics., pet friendly. 563212-1896 2BR downstairs apt, stove & fridge furn., water & garbage fees incl., C/A, no pets, 1401 E. 4th St., $500/mo. + $500 dep. 815441-1912.

STERLING

RIVER RIDGE APARTMENTS

2 Bedroom Great Location Garages Available

$

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3 Months

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*Only Valid while garages last. New applicants only.

Next to

ALDI in Sterling

1-815-414-2288

NORTHLAND PARK APARTMENTS Studio, 1 & 2 Bedroom Washer & Dryer Units Fitness Center Balconies / Patios Open House Daily

1st Month FREE! Ca l Me 2-Rent 815)632-7368 (Loc ted d Behind Northland Mall)

Sterling Rentals Newer 2 Bedroom $599.00 & Up Applcs., Fireplaces 2002 3rd Ave. 1836 First Ave. 606 W. Lefevre 2 BR $535.00 1 BR $465.00 1 Studio $390.00 Partial Heat, Water, Sewer, Refuse Removal, Laundry Facilities, Satellite

(815)626-1431

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Efficiency, $370/ No pets. mo.

Close to down town and good location. Call 815632-9602

Nice 3BR, newly remodeled, fenced back yard utility shed, across from Washington school, $700/mo. + dep. No pets. Will also have more 3BR avail. In Jan. 815-535-6302

Sinnissippi Townhomes First Mo. Free!

Spacious 2 BR. 2 story townhomes.

Central air, good location. Laundry hookup. (815)6261130.

Spacious 2BR apt.

Stove, refrig. furn.

Lease/dep. Req. $460/mo. Inc. sewer & garbage P/U. H&H Rental Properties LLC 815-625-7995

RTO 2BR $49,900 $5,000 down.4413515.Agent owned.

COMMERCIAL RENTAL

310

NEW TODAY

Apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Ave. Dixon, IL EOE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

EMPLOYMENT

Secured 3 acre w/ high bays and office, 3818 River Rd., Sterling.

815-626-8790

FOR RENT

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DIXON NEW TODAY 3BR, no pets.

Refs. & dep. req. $550/mo. 815-2885445.

4 BR 2 BA, close to school, 3 car garage, some applcs., laundry hook-ups, fireplace, no smoking, no pets, $800 mo+ util, dep, ref, lease 815-652-3158

MILLEDGEVILLE 4BR New flooring.

Required.

Refs.

No pets. $550/mo.

815-499-1793.

ROCK FALLS 4BR 2BA full basketball court, pool, trampoline, $850 / mo. + utilities 815499-5548 Beat New Year Rush! 3 BR Ranch Nice! $650/mo.

Why Rent?™ 815-878-7399

STERLING 3BR, freshly painted 1½ BA, no pets.

815-625-0624

Nice 3BR $700 2BR $600 svla.org 815-718-5488

Dixon, IL 61021

NEW TODAY

Tall Pines Mobile Home Community

has a mobile home available for rent! $350$450. Call Kristine for details.

815-772-8943

HEALTH / 504 MEDICAL NEW TODAY Immediate opening for a Registered Nurse to join our team at Serenity Hospice & Home located in Oregon, IL. The position is part time on the 3:00 pm11:00 pm shift in Serenity Home.

Ideal candidates will possess excellent assessment and communication skills, the ability to work independently, previous experience in hospice or home care and computer based charting a plus.

Applications are available on our website: www.serenity hospiceand home.org or call 815-732-2499.

Our gift to you this Holiday season...

Make some extra cash for Holiday shopping by selling those unwanted items.

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Brechon Farm Services, Inc. is Now Hiring for Mechanics FT or PT $30/hr.

Send resumes to: 1270 IL. State Route 26 S.

MORRISON

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LOAN OFFICER Local community bank seeking to fill loan officer position to maintain portfolio of existing customers as well as develop new customer relationships and maximize relationships based on customer need. Must perform all duties associated with the position in originating, underwriting and closing secured and unsecured loans in accordance with established lending objectives, policies and procedures. Must be motivated, diligent, and dependable, possess strong customer service, communication, analytical and practical business skills.

Lending experience required.

We offer an excellent benefits package as well as a competitive wage.

All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please send resume to: Human Resource, PO Box 67, Polo IL 61064

Wanted C.N.A.'s Full and P.T.

311

MOBILE HOMES

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Administrative Assistant The Lee/ Ogle Regional Office of Education is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant for grantfunded program.

Require excellent word processing and communication skills. Some travel required.

This is an IMRF position. No medical benefits. Submit application on: www.leeogle.org

by December 29, 2014. Questions to: mhop@leeogle.org CDL DRIVER NEEDED Rock River Cartage is a family owned flatbed carrier. $55,000 a year. We offer 401K, Health Ins., and home every night. Must have 2 yrs experience. Call 1-800892-9587

Local heavy highway contractor seeking Drivers for low boy and dump truck positions.

Send resumes to jobcontract10@ gmail.com.

Location is Dixon.

Please send replies to Box #1260, c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081

Dixon Glass is hiring a Carpenter/Glazier, must have experience, benefits incl., Apply at 414 W. st 1 Street Dixon

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Sterling Office 815/626-SOLD (7653) Dixon Office 815/284-SOLD (7653)

The Review • Tuesday, December 23, 2014 • PAGE 7

$225 /MO.** WITH

0 DOWN! 10 NISSAN ROGUE AWD SLE

LOW MILES, NEW TIRES!

Plews & Edelmann in Dixon seeks a Quality Inspector to ensure proper product inspection standards & procedures are followed; perform incoming, in-process & final inspections; support day-to-day ops of quality dept; & serve as liaison to customers & suppliers on nonconformance issues. Communication is vital to this role.

Requires HS diploma or equiv., previous quality training or exp., ability to work flexible hrs, excellent math & PC skills (Excel/ Word/Access), strong BP reading skills, ability to use calipers & micrometers, & ability to make decisions.

Send resume to: careers@plews.com

$14,999*

10 FORD FOCUS SE

qualified applicants only; no phone calls please.

Plews is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/V/D)

NEW TODAY Wanted P.T. Day-Shift Dietary Aide

LOW MILES, NICELY EQUIPPED

$14,999* 12 CHEVY IMPALA LT

Apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Ave Dixon, IL EOE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

We are a locally owned staffing company based in Freeport and have expanded into the Sauk Valley region.

Call 815-232-2000

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Position Available: Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development The University of Illinois Extension is seeking an individual to provide educational leadership for program delivery in Unit 4 (Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties). Master's degree related to subject matter emphasis required. To view complete job description and apply, visit http:// go.illinois.edu/A1 400655 for the 4H Youth Development Educator, closing date is January 19, 2015.

The University is an AA-EOE www.inclusive illinois.illinois.edu.

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Local office opening soon!

Full-Time Coordinator for Ogle & Lee County Responsible for: • Coordinating the efficient operations of nutrition programs in Lee and Ogle • Overseeing Lee and Ogle County Staff Requirements include: Related experience in supervision, social services, food service or management. High school diploma, higher education preferred.

Fax resume to Human Resources 815-490-1272 or call 815-963-1609 EOE

$12/hr & $300 sign on bonus!

Locate

Winning Wheels has openings for Certified C.N.A.’s. If you work every weekend you will be paid $12/hour, all other CNA’s start at $10.50. We are hiring 2nd or 3rd shift, full time or part time.

the items

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Winning Wheels 701 E 3rd St., Prophetstown IL 61277

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Pre-employment drug screen, background drug screen and background check.

Applicants must complete pre-employment physical,required check, and physical EOE EOE

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RN for A.D.O.N

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121 Bed long term care facility is seeking an RN for Assistant Director of Nursing.

LOW MILES, 100,000 MILE WARRANTY,1 -OWNER

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Must be detail oriented with critical thinking skills. Supervisory experience and knowledge of long term care.

$14,999*

Willing to train appropriate candidate.

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Franklin Grove Living & Rehabilitation 502 N. State Street Franklin Grove, IL 815-456-2374 • Fax: 815-456-2250

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LOW MILES, 100,000 MILE WARRANTY, 1-OWNER

$14,999*

• 12 Volkswagen Jetta PZEV 4 Cylinder, 30+ MPG, Low Miles, 60,000 Mile Warranty, 1-Owner $14,999*

• 12 Chevy Cruze LT Sunroof, 1-Owner $14,999*

815-625-3600 815-284-2222

We offer competitive salaries, paid holidays/ vacation, Health Insurance, and 401K. No Phone Calls.

You can apply on line @ www.helppathome.com

Hellp At Home, Inc. 1611 1st Ave. Rock Falls 61071

CLASSIFIEDS SAUK VALLEY

Under New Management

• 12 Volkswagen Beetle Low Miles, Like New! $14,999*

Under $12,999!* • 06 BMW 525XJ All Wheel Drive, Like New $12,999* • 09 Mazda 6 Grand Touring New Tires, Like New $10,999* • 02 Chevy Traverse LT 5.3 Liter, Leather, New Rubber, No Rust! Very Clean, Won’t Last, Hurry!! $10,999* • 06 Mitsubishi Endeavor Diamond White, In Nice Shape $7,999* • 07 Pontiac Torrent Alloys, Extra Clean $7,999* • 06 Buick Rendezvous Super Clean $7,999* • 06 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T, 30+ MPG,Very Clean $6,999* • 04 Pontiac Montana Leather, Power Doors, New Tires, Local Trade $6,999* • 97 Oldsmobile 88 Sedan 3800 V6, Reliable Transportation, Local Trade $3,999*

Previous Applicants Encouraged to Apply!

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We are a Homemaking Agency seeking a FT staffing supervisor to join our team. The candidate must be highly organized, detailed, possess the ability to communicate effectively with other team members in a fast pace, and be motivated to work with the senior community. Must possess a high school diploma/GED, vallid Illlinoiis Driiver’’s Liicense andd vallid insurance. Knowledge of Sandata/Santrax a plus.

815-625-9600

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Basement Waterproofing

www.praterpaintand waterproofing.com

Cleaning Service

Maid/Janitorial Carpet/Upholstery

Gift certificates for the holiday season are now available!

We have a limited supply so call today!

Remodeling

Attn: Landlords & Home Owners •General Clean up/ •Maintenance •Skid Loader/ •Dump Trailer work Will haul anything!

Free Estimates 815-440-5452

Home Improvement

✶Since 1981✶ ◆Home Improvement ◆New Construction

Randy L. Moore

Get Ready for Winter!

Units Available •10x20 $50/mo.

•10x10 $35/mo.

Storage Works Dixon, IL 815-288-3301

www.allsafe center.com High-Security Storage Solutions and Much More!

•Climate Controlled Storage •Low-Cost Moving Truck Rental •Confidential Document Shredding •We Ship FedEx & UPS! •Expert Packaging Services •Value Boxes & Packaging Supplies •EBAY and EMOTORS Internet Auction Sales Over 15,000 Sales •Office Hours: Mon-Fri. ☛ 8:306, Sat. ☛ 8:30noon 690 Timber Creek Rd. Dixon, (815)285-2212

JOHN'S CLEANUP & REMOVAL Anything goes!!

Estate Cleanups PHONE 815-622-0240

Winter is the perfect time to build your garage, addition or remodel bath or kitchen!!

Storage

Tree Service

Roofing

815-626-1333

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Construction

Lawn Care

Sexton’s Lawn Service Quality Service Since 1995

WINTER SERVICES

Roofing/Siding

FALL SERVICES C & C SWORD CONSTRUCTION Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Windows, Doors, Siding, Remodeling, Painting, Additions, & Roofing.

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Genl. Contracting

GET ON SPRING 2015 MOWING LIST FREE ESTIMATES

8155-626-6195 or 815-441-0583 Robert & Sons Lawn Care Specializing in: •lawn care •landscaping •HANDYMAN •SNOW Removal Leroy Petersen 815-622-8565 free estimates! find us on facebook robertandsons lawncare

Plumbing

“Area's #1 Roofing Contractor IL Lic# 104-015191 Licensed, Bonded & Insured •Roofing •Siding •Windows •Decks •Additions •Garages & More Residential & Commercial Call now to schedule your FREE Estimate!

Will beat any leading competitor price 815-590-2677 RAMOS CONSTRUCTION Roofing (Techos) Siding, Windows, Garages, Drywall, Remodeling, Repairs, Property Maintenance Licensed, Bonded, Insured Roofing Lic. #104016565 815-564-7241

TELEVISION IN HOME REPAIR 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE! Work on all Brands & Models Old or New SERVING THE SAUK VALLEY Call Ron for a free quote at 815-561-0011 Dixon, IL

Water Softeners

All Types of Interior and Exterior Work

Gilbertson Construction Residential & ReCommercial. modeling, house winadditions, & dows, siding doors. Also mobile home repairs. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. No Job Too Small. 30 yrs (815)622exp.

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LawnCare Service •Mowing •Leaf clean up & removal •House cleanup •Small hauling •Gutters •Pressure washing •Mulch •Snow Removal •Free Estimates• 815-590-6336

Sewing Machine Rescue - N - Repair

Country at Heart 1910 E. 4th Street Sterling, IL 61081

815 - 625 - 7484

Snowplowing Commercial Snow Plowing 815-857-3281 815-716-3023

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 705 I Buy: Antiques, collectibles, toys, post cards, etc.

815-445-6151.

The Softener Man Repair on all makes & models Service Call Special $19.95 Over 30 years experience 815-323-1622

Windows

“Area's #1 Roofing Contractor IL Lic# 104-015191 Licensed, Bonded & Insured •Roofing •Siding •Windows •Decks •Additions •Garages & More Residential & Commercial Call now to schedule your FREE Estimate!

Will beat any leading competitor price 815-590-2677

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GE 30” freestanding convection gas range, self-clean, slate color $600 815-535-1866

FURNITURE

755

All Mattress Sets New in plastic.

Twin $99, Full $129, qu. $159, King $259. W/ Warr. Can deliver.

815-703-3688 Mattress sets: Twin $99, Full $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Kern Mattress Outlet, call 309452-7477.

WANT TO BUY 795 Cash 4 Gold Silver, Coins & Antiques 815-564-9061

13571 Lincoln Rd. (Rte 30 West) Morrison, Illinois

815-772-3215

USED AUTOS 2014 GMC Terrain - Big Savings 2014 Chevrolet Equinox - Big Savings 2012 Ford Fusion SEL

2009 Chevrolet Silverado Reg. Cab, 32,000 Miles

2008 Buick Lucerne CXL 2008 Buick Enclave 1998 Mercury Mountaineer 4x4

1995 19 95 D Lhevy OCChevy S Blazer 4x4 B

$1,000* 1992 Pontiac Sunbird Convertible 1991 Jaguar

VANS

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NEW TODAY 1999 Mercury Villager, fair shape.

Good work vehicle. $1200. Call 815535-6741.

MOTORCYCLES

03 Honda Shadow 750 Spirit, Black less than 20k mi.

Christmas Great gift! $3,100 OBO 815-441-9362

SNOWMOBILES

955

1999 700 VMax fast, liquid SX, cooled.

Good shape. $2,000. Call 815-766-2523.

AUTOS WANTED

960

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1995 Buick Riviera 187K mi., new tires, new radiator, runs good, $1800 815-973-2267 2002 Buick Century low mileage, loaded, $4,795 815-857-2830 2003 Buick Century Custom, $1995.

Call 815 288-7921 2003 Buick Lesabre Limited 85K miles $6000 815-985-5705 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT, silver. Runs good.

A/C, heat, moonroof. $3,800 obo.

815-626-6589

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

2007 Ford Focus SES, good cond., no rust, 90K mi. red, $4,995 815677-6910

5 Anderson Windows, 68 1/2 L 33 1/2”W, (2x6 walls) $300 815-9463572

creditautosales dixon.com Always over 100+ vehicles to choose from.

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2014ChevyImpalaLimitedLT Maroon..........................................$15,900* 2014ChevyCruze2LTRS,White..........$17,500* 2014GMCYukonXLSLT Red ..............................................$42,900* 2014ChevyCruzeLTZ Silver............................................$19,500* 2014ChevyMalibu2LT,Gray...............$19,900* 2014ChevyImpalaLimitedLTZ Gray ..................................... $19,900* 2013 Chevy Equinox FWD 2LT, Sunroof Silver ................................... $20,900* 2013 Chevy 1500 LTZ Crew Cab Red...................................... $34,500* 2013 Chevy 1500 Crew Cab 4x4 LTZ White ................................... $34,900* 2013 Chevy Equinox FWD 1LT Tan ...................................... $18,900* 2013 Chevy Cruze ECO Blue...................................... $14,900* 2013 Chevy 3500 Dually Diesel 4x4 Crew LTZ Black.................................... $45,500* 2013 Chevy 1500 LT Ext. Cab Z71 Blue ..................................... $27,900* 2011ChevyMalibuLTZ White............................................$15,900* 2011ChevyTraverseFWDLT Maroon..........................................$20,500* 2011Chevy1500LTExt.Cab Z71 Mocha...........................................$26,900* 2011Chevy1500CrewCab4x4LTZ-71 Red ..............................................$29,000* 2011Chevy1500X-Cab4x4Z71LTZ Silver ...........................................$28,900* 2011Chevy1500Z71CrewLT White............................................$31,500* 2010Chevy1500Z71LTExt.Cab,20KMiles Silver............................................$27,300*

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2014 Chrysler Town & Country Touring Gray......................................................$25,500* 2011 Ford F150 Ext. Cab 2WD Silver ....................................................$14,800* 2011 Ford F150 Crew Cab 4x4 Gray......................................................$22,900* 2011 Chevy 1500 Ext. Cab LT 4x4 Silver ....................................................$18,900* 2010 Chevy Equinox FWD 2LT, Silver....$14,500* 2008 Chevy 1500 Ext. Cab LTZ Gray ......................................................$17,900* 2008 Chevy 1500 LT Crew Cab Z71 Blue ......................................................$20,500* 2008 Pontiac G6, Maroon .....................$10,900* 2007 Chevy Impala LT, Maroon.............$10,500* *Plus tax, title, license & doc fee.

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December 23, 2014 ELECTION 2015 | DIXON MAYOR

Burke won’t run Dixon mayor’s tenure will end after 16 years

BY MATT MENCARINI

DIXON – The Jim Burke era will end after 16 years.

Burke, 76, announced Thursday that he will not seek another term as mayor in the April 7 municipal election. Had Burke won a fifth term, it would have been the most consecutive terms for a Dixon mayor since 1911.

The mayor made the announcement during a news conference at City Hall Thursday afternoon, with nearly two dozen residents, city staff, and other council members in attendance.

He received a standing ovation shortly after he announced his decision. “It has been a fantastic, rewarding experience to be a part of all the positive changes in the community during my 16 years as mayor,� Burke

said.

Local businessman Liandro Arellano Jr. is the only person to file a petition to run for mayor. Commissioner Jeff Kuhn picked up a petition for mayor and commissioner, but hasn’t announced his decision.

Candidates have until Monday to file petitions.

Burke was elected to his first term in 1999, when he defeated 2-term incumbent Don Sheets by 235 votes.

He also served three terms as a commissioner, from 1967 to 1979, for the streets and public property departments.

The role of local government has changed during Burke’s four terms in office, he said, from strictly providing police and fire services and plowing streets. “Communities don’t grow and can’t grow now unless you’ve got active involvement from city officials, city resources

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That whole idea of the role of city government has changed considerably.�

Over the past year, Burke has said that he would likely seek reelection. He even said so 2 weeks after his September surgery to remove an invasive tumor.

But the decision was made about 3 weeks ago, Burke said, when he and his wife, Lucy, were headed somewhere. “I’ve been thinking about this for a long time,� he said. “So when I did make the decision, mentally, I felt immediate relief, once I did it. Maybe just because I didn’t have to think about it any longer.�

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Burke said he hopes, and he thinks, that his time as mayor will be remembered by the development that’s taken place downtown and in the central business district.

But his tenure will also undoubtedly be marked by the Rita Crundwell

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Since Crundwell’s arrest, Burke has been thrust to the forefront of the city’s recovery efforts – and the public backlash.

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After the scandal Burke’s announcement Thursday came 2 years, 8 months and 1 day after Crundwell’s arrest. His last day as mayor will be 3 years, 13 days after.

On April 18, 2012, the day after the arrest, Burke addressed the media and residents from the very place he announced his decision Thursday.

“This is a traumatic, upsetting event the citizens and council are experiencing,” Burke said at the time, adding that when he first met with FBI personnel in Rockford, he told them he hoped his suspicions about Crundwell were wrong.

The mayor ended his nearly 7-minute statement that day on an optimistic note, even though at the time Crundwell was suspected of stealing only $3 million.

“This is a strong city that will recover,” Burke said in 2012. “We have strong leadership, in both professionals and volunteers, in every facet of the community. This is a beautiful city, bursting with vitality, and citizens should be proud of its past and confident in its future.”

After being convicted of wire fraud, Crundwell was sentenced to 19 years, 7 months, a term being served at a federal prison in Waseca, Minnesota.

The city later settled a lawsuit with its former

auditors and bank for $40 million, a quarter of which went to legal fees.

From the sale of Crundwell’s property and assets, the city has received about $9.3 million in restitution. The government continues its efforts to make the city whole.

Burke’s legacy The Crundwell scandal and aftermath will have accounted for less than a quarter of Burke’s 16 years as mayor.

When he was elected in 1999, he said riverfront development was a priority and needed public support. Ten years later, the Heritage Crossing Riverfront Plaza was dedicated.

On Dec. 5 of this year, Burke spoke at the dedication of the downtown streetscape project, which included new roads, sidewalks, curb and gutter work, and landscaping elements.

He said the streetscape is a continuation of the riverfront work, and both will make the downtown “a source of beauty and a destination point.”

Other major projects completed during Burke’s tenure include business development near Interstate 88, the Public Safety Building, and reconstruction of bridges over the Rock River.

The city’s efforts during Burke’s administration attracted Walmart and Raflatac, and helped to create the Presidential Parkway Plaza.

The toll booths at the exit ramps at I-88 and state Route 26 were moved east of Dixon after the mayor petitioned the Illinois State Toll Highway Administration.

Burke was mayor through two economic recessions. And he was mayor in 2004, when President Ronald Reagan died.

He also oversaw changes in city government as a result of the Crundwell scandal.

Burke called for a governmental task force to explore different types of government and recommend which was best for Dixon. That seven-member body recommended that the City Council let citizens decide which form of government was best by asking a question on the Nov. 4, 2014, ballot: “Shall the city of Dixon adopt the managerial form of municipal government?”

Voters overwhelmingly favored the change from commission form to managerial, with 76 percent voting to switch.

On Thursday, Burke said for the first time publicly that he had voted in favor of the change.

He had tried, but he wasn’t able to get a good feel for how the vote might go. So when he saw the results, he said, he was surprised.

“I think the folks spoke loud and clear on it,” he said the night of the election.

Even though he voted

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People in attendance at Jim Burke’s news conference Thursday applaud the mayor in recognition of his 15 years of service. Burke has decided not to seek reelection in 2015. (From left) John Thompson, president of the Lee County Industrial Development Association, commissioners Dennis Considine and Jeff Kuhn, and Josie Whaley, a candidate for city council, were among those in attendance. for the change and noted that people had criticized the commission form for being “antiquated,” Burke said the city was able to make a lot of progress under that form of government.

During the first council meeting after the municipal election in April, the new council will pass an ordinance to establish the new form of government.

Then the city will move to hire a city manager. Once the city has a city manager, the new form of government will take effect.

“It needs to be given a chance,” Burke said.

“There doesn’t need to be any effort by anybody to try and sandbag it. It needs to be given a chance, and it may very well work good.”

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Burke defeated Sheets again in 2003 to win a second term as mayor. In 2007, he had his easiest victory, winning re-election to a third term by 571 votes.

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Police warn of seasonal scams Policy on DUIs Chief: Bogus calls increase to gain teeth this time of year

BY CHRISTI WARREN

STERLING – It’s that time of year again, police agencies say – phone scams are on the rise.

Just in the past week, Rock Falls Police Chief Mike Kuelper says, he’s talked to about 12 people in person about scam phone calls, and six people have called the station.

“It does increase during the holidays,” he said.

“People who are trying to get quick holiday cash.”

Callers represent themselves as members of the IRS, ComEd, and the Publishers Clearing House prize patrol, among other ruses.

The callers ask for a credit card number, checking account number, or for the unassuming call recipient to send a money order to pay fines to avoid being arrested, or to ensure utilities aren’t shut off.

Kuelper warns that any of those types of phone calls are not legitimate:

The IRS will not call without first sending a letter.

Rock Falls residents don’t have ComEd’s utilities.

And if the folks from Publishers Clearing House call, they never require a credit card or money for them to send a prize.

In Dixon, Police Lt. Brad Sibley says the department has had 12 calls about phone scams recently.

Another type of scam making its way throughout the state has police agencies worried.

According to a news release from the Supreme Court of Illinois: Callers are apparently telling resi-

dents that they’ve missed jury duty, and that a judge has issued an arrest warrant for them. The victims are then told that the only way to avoid arrest is to pay a fine over the phone, using a “money pack,” which is a type of prepaid credit card available at retail stores.

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Funds sought to equip squad cars Each fire department in county trying raise $3,500 for defibrillators

BY CHRISTI WARREN

DIXON – Lee County fire departments hope to make their county a little safer by raising funds to equip each sheriff’s department squad car with a defibrillator.

More defibrillators out in the county means more lives saved, rationalized Amboy Fire Chief Jeff Bryant, who’s spearheading the effort.

At a meeting Dec. 2, Bryant challenged all 10 fire departments in the county to raise $3,500 each, which would buy two defibrillators.

“We’re going to buy them as we go,” Bryant said. “Just to get them out on the road as soon as possible. There are a lot of things going on in each community, but this is a great way to help out. It’s really going to make a big difference

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DIXON – Lee County authorities will ring in the new year with a more stringent DUI policy.

Starting Jan. 1, the county’s policy when it comes to DUI cases, especially ones involving accidents or repeat offenders, will be to obtain search warrants to compel suspects to take a blood, breath, or urine test.

“We always request the blood, or the urine, or the breath test,” Dixon Police Chief Danny Langloss said. “But if someone refuses, we just mark it as a refusal. ... Having the actual breath, blood or urine will make the case that much stronger.

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2. Cover and bake about 3 hours, basting often with the pan juices.

3. Add parsley and carrots and bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes more, or until carrots are cooked and meat is fork-tender (when you put a fork in the meat and pull it out, there should be a light pull on the fork as you remove it).

4. This dish is best when it is prepared a day ahead of time and refrigerated, so the fat can easily be skimmed from the surface. When ready to serve, remove the layer of fat from the top and replace in the pot with the side that had been covered by the fat facing down.

Spoon some gravy over the top and reheat over medium heat or in the oven at 350 degrees until the meat is heated through, about 30 minutes.

Per serving: 641 calories; 43 g fat; 16 g saturated fat; 152 mg cholesterol; 43 g protein; 9 g carbohydrate; 4 g sugar; 2 g fiber; 615 mg sodium; 46 mg calcium

2 large parsnips, peeled and cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds 5 ounces dried cranberries 2 cups orange juice ½ cup honey ½ cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1½ cups chicken broth or salted water 10 ounces pitted prunes (2½ cups) 1. Mix together sweet potatoes, parsnips and carrots in the bottom of a large, heavy pot. Sprinkle dried cranberries on top.

2. In a medium bowl, thoroughly whisk together orange juice, honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt and black pepper.

Pour mixture over fruit and vegetables in the pot.

3. Add chicken broth or salted water. Heat pot over medium high until it begins to simmer, stirring once. Reduce heat to a gentle but constant simmer, and cover the pot.

4. After 45 minutes, gently stir again. Place pitted prunes on top of the other ingredients and replace the cover.

5. Cook on lowest heat for 15 minutes until sweet potato pieces are tender and prunes have warmed and softened. Avoid overcooking, which will cause

– Recipe adapted from a recipe originally by Joan Nathan and reprinted in “The Brisket Book” by Stephanie Pierson

Stovetop Tzimmes Yield: 8 servings 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces

the prunes to dissolve.

Per serving: 367 calories; 1 g fat; no saturated fat; no cholesterol; 3 g protein; 92 g carbohydrate; 64 g sugar; 7 g fiber; 523 mg sodium; 65 mg calcium

– Adapted from a recipe by Tori Avey

Latkes Yield: 5 servings 2 russet potatoes, unpeeled 2 tablespoons onion, minced 1 large wedge lemon 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon nutmeg Vegetable oil (not olive) 1. Grate the potatoes, using the small holes of a grater. Place the gratings in several layers of paper towels and squeeze out as much liquid as you can (it is easiest to do this in 2 batches, and it makes cleaning easier if you do it over a sink). Unwrap the potato gratings and place them in a medium bowl.

Add the onion, squeeze the lemon over the top and mix thoroughly. Add the eggs, flour and nutmeg, and stir to mix again.

2. Pour oil into a skillet to a depth of 1⁄8 to ¼ inch. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it is very hot; the oil is ready when a little bit of the potato mixture instantly

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The “Not Too Well Stewed Brisket” is braised in red wine, onions, tomatoes and spices. Eating celebratory brisket is a Jewish tradition. sizzles when you drop it in. Pour in enough of the potato mixture to make 1 or 2 (4-inch) pancakes; do not make more than 2 at a time. Flatten the potatoes in the pan with a spatula and fry a few minutes until the bottom is golden brown. Flip pancakes and cook until the other sides are golden brown.

Remove, drain on paper

towels sprinkle with plenty of salt.

3. If desired, serve with apple sauce or sour cream.

Per serving: 200 calories; 7 g fat; 1 g saturated fat; 74 mg cholesterol; 6 g protein; 30 g carbohydrate; 1 g sugar; 2 g fiber; 36 mg sodium; 33 mg calcium – Recipe by Daniel Neman

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