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Budget talks begin: Library attendance up 29% with array of programs ‘Makerspace’ in 2017 will let people invent, collaborate, design FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

Attendance at the Elmhurst Public Library programs is up 29% for the year, according to Martha Baker, president of the Library Board of Trustees.

“We offer an array of programs from crafting, to technology, to Friday afternoon movies and Elmhurst

City Centre treelighting takes place Saturday On Saturday, Nov. 26 from 5-7 p.m., the holiday shopping season kicks off in Elmhurst City Centre, at the tree in Plaza by the fountain.

Santa will arrive via an Elmhurst Fire Truck and will help Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley light the tree. There will be holiday music and treats for the kids. The first 200 adults (18+) to check into the City Centre Office at 5 p.m. get a free $5 gift certificate (good on November 26th only).

Bring the family (and your camera) for free photo-ops with Santa!Visit elmhurstcitycentre.org for more information.

Hospital holds Love Light Celebration on Nov. 30 The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation will host its annual Love Lights Celebration & Open House on Wednesday, November 30 from 4:30 – 6 p.m. in Elmhurst Hospital’s East Lobby, 155 E. Brush Hill Rd. Now a holiday tradition at Elmhurst Hospital, Love Lights is the

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residents are enjoying the sense of community that the public library offers,” she said at a recent an aldermen’s Committee of the Whole meeting in the City Council room.

With an additional 2000 patrons per month, the Library saw an 8% increase in visitors to the building.

“We attribute much of this increase to new amenities added

during the 2015 renovation of the second floor,” Baker said. “The addition of creative studios, a business center, a teen area, and nine additional study rooms has brought more people to the library.”

The Library also celebrated its 100th birthday in March. Patrons were invited to attend a party on Sunday morning before the Library

opened. Attendees enjoyed gourmet pancakes while perusing historical pictures and listening to York High School musicians perform.

“It was fun to see how we’ve changed,” Baker said.

The president indicated that in 2017 the Library will open a “Maker’s Space” in the basement. The “Makery” will provide a hands-on

creative space for patrons to invent, collaborate, and design as they transform their ideas into reality. Crafting programs and Do It Yourself (DIY) materials have always been popular with Elmhurst residents, Baker noted.

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ery”, she said patrons would have a place in the community where they can connect with others while crafting. The space will include a laser cutter, laminator, embroidery machine, sewing machines, 3D printers, and creative technology software for a start.

Makerspaces exist in other communities and now Elmhurst will have its own dedicated space too.

“We’re excited to see what will be invented and created in the ‘Makery,’” Baker said.

The president also noted that the Kids’ Library is starting a new program to encourage parents to read to their young children. The “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” campaign promotes early literacy by asking parents and caregivers to read to their infant, toddler, or preschooler with the goal of reading 1,000 books before the child reaches kindergarten. When a child has read 1,000

books, he or she will earn a special prize and be eligible to attend a graduation party.

“With our vast collection of picture books, the Library is the perfect place to champion this important early literacy campaign,” Baker noted.

Baker also indicated that community usage patterns led the Library to renovate the Adult Services area and it’s time to do the same for the kids area. She said that parents are aware of the link between literacy and play, making the Learning Garden one of the most popular areas in

the Library.

“We need to expand the area because it is often full,” she said.

“Story times are very popular and technology related programming for kids has expanded. The Kids’ space needs to change to meet the expectations of our patrons.”

The president said to aldermen that the Library has levied conservatively for the past few years. “We continue that trend this year with a 2.5 percent increase,” she said.

“Thank you for helping us to make the Library such a successful resource for the community.”

Corrections

• The information in last week’s edition of the Elmhurst Independent about the City of Elmhurst/Elmhurst City Centre Tree Lighting was incorrect. The event takes place on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 5-7 p.m. (not 4:30 to 8:30 as published) and will take place in the City Centre Plaza by the fountain, (not the Police Plaza as published). Santa will arrive on a fire truck, but not Mrs. Claus. There will be treats, but no kiddie train. Instead, there will be a gift certificate give-away. The Independent regrets the error. A corrected version of Elmhurst’s upcoming holiday events can be found elsewhere in this issue.

• Also in last week’s edition of the Elmhurst Independent, the story with the upcoming holiday events listed the Park District’s Old-Fashioned tree-lighting incorrectly. The date of that event will be Thursday, December 8, NOT Friday, Dec. 9 as printed.

The Independent regrets the error.

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Lincoln Singers perform at Spring Road Tree-lighting

Pictured are the Lincoln Singers from Lincoln Elementary School, located just a few blocks from the Spring Road Business District. It has been a tradition for the singers to perform at the annual Tree-lighting held on Spring by the Prairie Path. Santa arrived by firetruck and heard all the children’s wishes. More photos elsewhere in this issue.

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According to a release issued by School District 205, a teacher and a parent volunteer were recently honored by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), earning its coveted Those Who Excel award.

Nominated by Superintendent Dr. Dave Moyer, one honoree was Kara Caforio, a Focus 205 co-chair, who received an Award of Merit in the category of Community Volunteer.

The other recipient was Stephen Fijor, a P.E. teacher at Jackson School, who received an Award of Recognition in the Early Educator category.

Stephen was nominated by Jackson Principal Dr. Ryan Anderson.

More about Kara Caforio “Kara has been a true leader through her involvement in the PTA and has been integral in our Focus 205 process,” Dr. Moyer said. “She has been a terrific supporter of the District for a long time and is truly deserving of this recognition.”

For the last 18 months, Caforio has served as co-chair of the District’s Focus205 Facilitating Team, spending countless hours planning and implementing a community engagement process with District administrators, consultants and other community volunteers, Moyer said.

“Mrs. Caforio is always among the first to step up to help with any District function, such interview committees or focus groups that provide feedback on a wide range of instructional programming, from special education to the recent Middle School Task Force,” he said, adding that she brought an invaluable perspective to the table.

Caforio has been involved in Emerson Elementary and Churchville Middle School PTAs, and served as president of the District’s PTA Council in 2013-14.

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Kara Caforio, a long-time volunteer and Focus 205 co-chair, and Stephen Fijor, a P.E. teacher at Jackson Elementary School, were honored by the Illinois State Board of Education at the annual Those Who Excel awards banquet. Kara received an Award of Merit in the category of Community Volunteer and Stephen received an Award of Recognition in the Early Educator category.

ing a complete education in the various elements of PE. Students learn the vocabulary, concepts, mental skills, physical skills, game strategies, teamwork, sportsmanship, and physical fitness values. All of these help to create well-rounded, healthy children for school and for life.”

Those were the words used by Jackson Principal Dr. Ryan Anderson to nominate physical education teacher Stephen Fijor, who was recently the recipient of an Award of Recognition in the Early Educator

category from the ISBE. Anderson continued: “Mr. Fijor is a very high energy person who goes to great extents to promote physical fitness and a positive attitude in everyone he meets in the Jackson School community. … He regularly recommends and donates books to the school library on the topics of fitness, health, and a positive outlook.

Students often come to the library looking for health and sports materials because Mr. Fijor has inspired them to further their own knowl-

edge.

“Beyond his classroom, he has been highly successful at strengthening our Jump Rope for Heart health education and fundraising campaign. In addition to raising thousands of dollars for the American Heart Association, he has successfully taught and communicated to students and families the value of living a heart-healthy lifestyle. …”

Caforio and Fijor were honored at the Oct. 25th meeting of the District 205 Board of Education.

AT DEADLINE: County Board District 2 race still not settled

After 300-vote deficit on Nov. 8, Chaplin leads Blass by 13 votes

By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

Although the vote count is unofficial till a few weeks after Election night, most candidates can confidently proclaim victory based on the numbers reported by news sources over the course of the evening.

But sometimes that’s not the case. Just ask the person who published: “Dewey Defeats Truman.”

While the race to represent District 2 on the DuPage County Board was a close one, televised results on Election night seemed to indicate that Republican Richard Blass had won over Democratic incumbent Liz Chaplin.

Dist. 2 includes Elmhurst, Lombard and Villa Park, among other communities.

As of Monday evening, Nov. 21, the race was still not official as the DuPage Election Commission was still calculating mail-in and provisional ballots. It appeared Chaplin was leading at that time, having overcome a deficit of more than 300 votes on Election night. As of late Monday, she had 13 votes more than Blass, election officials said.

Chaplin has 36,612 votes, or 50.01 percent, and Blass has 36,599 votes, or 49.99 percent, according to the most recent unofficial totals.

Election officials were to continue counting mail-in votes along with about 1,100

provisional ballots through by the end of the day Tuesday. They expected to make an official announcement after that.

Chaplin, a Downers Grove resident, says she’s been an independent voice since she was first elected in 2012. Blass, an attorney, says he has independent ideas of his own.

He previously served as a trustee on both the Berkeley village and library boards.

The winner will serve a two-year seat representing District 2, which covers all or parts of Lisle, Lombard, Oak Brook, Oakbrook Terrace, Villa Park, Naperville, Elmhurst, Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, Westmont and Woodridge.

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Obituaries JOHN E. DRAMM, 91 John E. Dramm passed away peacefully on November 13, 2016 at the age of 91. He was born on May 6, 1925 in Oak Park. John graduated from York High School in 1943 and entered the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and served in WWII South Pacific under the direction of General McArthur. After returning from the war, he enrolled at the University of Illinois Champaign where he was a member of the Delta Chi fraternity.

After college, he returned to work in the family business, Dramm Greenhouses. He also proudly served as a volunteer firefighter for nine years in the City of Elmhurst. In 1955, he formed Koehler and Dramm Wholesale Flower Company that expanded to several states. John held leadership positions on several floral associations. He was an avid golfer, loved his family, especially his grandchildren, and could gracefully balance a Manhattan cocktail on his walker until the bitter end.

He was so proud to have served in WWII and to be an American. John is survived by his wife of 66 years Bernardine Dramm nee Oates, son Richard (Lori) Dramm, daughter

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Debbie (Tom) Russell, sister Mary Lois Williams and grandchildren Riley, Mitchell, Matthew, Courtney, and Erik. He is preceded in death by his son John L. Dramm. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at Ahlgrim Funeral Home, 567 S. Spring Rd. Interment Mt. Emblem Cemetery. Memorials will be appreciated for the Disabled American Veterans or Honor Flight, Inc. Arrangements provided by Ahlgrim Funeral Home. Call (630) 8343515 or visit ahlgrim.com for more information.

MARGARET MERCURIO, 82 Margaret Mercurio, nee Favata, age 82, of Elmhurst, formerly of Elmwood Park. Wife of the late Anthony and companion of the late Thomas Lynch. Loving mother of David (Piyamat), Marilyn and Michelle (Andrew) Duren.

Dear grandmother of Gina, Kayla, Ian and Kyle and great-grandmother of Maya and Alexis. Services will be private.

The family would like to thank the residents of Liberty Village for their years of caring friendship. Information provided by the family.

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Foundation’s seasonal program that provides a chance to recognize a loved one or special person, such as a caregiver, colleague, volunteer or physician. The Central Garden at Elmhurst Hospital’s Main Campus will be brightly lit for the holiday season, each light commemorating a special person who has touched a life, or a loved one who has passed away.

With a $20 donation, community members can dedicate a Love Light to symbolically honor a special person. For a $30 donation, community members will receive a commemorative Love Lights ornament in addition to dedicating a light. The names of the individuals being honored will be listed in a full-page ad in the Elmhurst Independent newspaper on December 15, 2016.

The deadline to purchase a Love Light is December 5. For more information, visit emhfoundation.org/ events or call (331) 221-0388.

Hospital Foundation’s Reindeer Route Housewalk coming Dec. 2 The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital (EMH) Foundation will host its 40th Annual Reindeer Route Housewalk on Friday, Dec. 2. It will feature five homes in Elmhurst and one in Oak Brook decorated for the holidays by local florists. Times are 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and 6 – 9 p.m.

Tickets are $30 and can be purchased in advance at the EMH Foundation office at Elmhurst Hospital; Pink Elephant Resale Shop; Wild Rose Floral, Elmhurst Hospital; Carousel Flowers; Phillip’s Flowers; Uptown Shop; Blossoms of Lombard and Shamrock Garden Florist, Lombard.

On the day of the Housewalk, tickets can be purchased for $35 at any of the featured homes.

Housewalk participants are also invited to take advantage of special offers from local restaurants including Francesca’s Amici, 174 N. York Rd., Roberto’s Ristorante, 483 Spring Rd., and HB Jones, 551 S. York St. For tickets and information, visit emhfoundation.org/events or call (331) 221-0388.

Old-Fashioned Tree-lighting Thurs. Dec. 8 in Wilder Park From 5:30-8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8, get into the holiday spirit at the Park District’s Old Fashioned Tree-lighting celebration in Wilder Park. Featuring holiday entertainment, a special visitor from the North Pole, and children’s activities in Wilder Mansion, this event will put you in the spirit of the season.

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Garden Club holds ribbon-cutting at RGA facility

Pictured are members of the Elmhurst Garden Club along with staff and friends of the Ray Graham Association facility on Madison, where Club members have worked hours and hours to upgrade the outdoor yard area. It now has a lovely patio with new outdoor furniture made by Eagle Scout candidate Tony Fabrizius, a freshman at York High School, who built benches, and York junior Charles Rogers who made tables.

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Here’s what’s going on at the Elmhurst Park District

By Chris Fox

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

The Elmhurst Park District Board held a regular meeting on Nov. 14 at the district’s administrative building at 375 W. First Street. All seven commissioners attended the meeting, with Commissioner Doug Ennis participating via telephone.

• Garden Club presents donation from summer Walk & Faire The Elmhurst Garden Club presented two checks to the park district at the beginning of the board meeting. One of the checks was for $2,500, while the other was for $2,000. The club held its 21st annual Garden Walk and Faire in July.

The event included a tour of the gardens of seven area homes, as well as a faire in Wilder Park. The club sold about 650 tickets for this year’s event. The Elmhurst Garden Club, which holds its monthly meetings at Wilder Park, thanked the park district for its cooperation and support. The club’s $2,500 check to the park district was directed toward the recently opened Playground for Everyone at Butterfield Park. The $2,000 check was for scholarships for park district camp programs.

• Budget presentation given; public hearing coming Nov. 28 The majority of the Nov. 14 meeting featured a 2017 budget presentation from park district staff. The district’s fiscal year begins on Jan. 1, 2017. Elmhurst Park District Executive Director Jim Rogers noted that the proposed budget would be brought back to the board for formal approval at the board’s Dec. 12 meeting. At the end of the Nov. 14 presentation, Rogers told board

members he recommended approval of the budget. He also noted there will be a public hearing regarding the proposed budget at the board’s next regular meeting on Nov. 28.

As he introduced the presentation, Rogers described the 2017 budget as a written financial plan that meets the district’s mission and provides financial accountability to the public.

He stated the budget is built around the district’s strategic plan. Labeling the plan as fiscally agile, Rogers said the budget features stable revenues.

Rogers said the proposed 2017 budget features an operating net surplus of about $442,000, based on revenues of about $16.5 million and operating expenditures of nearly $16.1 million. He said that when all funds are included, the district’s projected operating net for 2017 is about $477,000. The budget also calls for a cash and investment spend down of about $1.8 million to fund capital projects, leading to an overall net deficit of nearly $1.36 million. The total 2017 budget indicates revenues of about $19.2 million and expenditures of about $18.8 million. Including the cash and investment spend down of about $1.8 million generates total expenditures of about $20.6 million, yielding the overall net deficit of about $1.36 million.

The use of the $1.8 million for the cash and investment spend down will reportedly leave the district with about $4 million in Tier 2 investments.

Total employee wages make up about 53 percent of the district’s 2017 operating budget, which calls for total full-time equivalents of 206, down from 211 in 2016. Rogers noted that full-time equivalents are not the same as full-time employees.

He said the district has 75 full-time employees. The hours of part-time and seasonal employees are factored

in to produce the full-time equivalents figure.

Rogers said the district’s meritbased raise policy calls for employees to receive a 2-percent increase in pay if they meet expectations. Employees who exceed expectations receive a 4-percent increase, while those who fail to meet expectations don’t receive any increase.

The proposed 2017 budget reportedly features a projected decrease of about $60,000, or 6.4 percent, in the district’s health, dental, vision and life insurance costs relative to the 2016 budget.

Taxes reportedly account for about 41.5 percent of the district’s 2017 revenues. The two other largest sources of revenues are program fees (23.1 percent) and passes, memberships and daily use fees (20.5 percent).

Rogers said that a district homeowner of a residence with an equalized assessed value of $350,000 paid about $416 in taxes to the district in 2016. The owner of a residence with an equalized assessed value of $350,000 would pay about $393 in taxes in 2017. Rogers noted that many homes were reassessed, leading to a different value from year to year.

The district’s proposed budget for 2017 calls for a rate increase for members of Courts Plus of 10 to 25 percent, or $2 per month to $6.60 per month. The last rate increase at Courts Plus took place in 2014.

Members will reportedly be able to mitigate the rate increase by meeting or exceeding a certain number of visits. A member who meets or exceeds that number of visits will receive a one-month credit of $49 to $70 at the end of the year.

Board members will continue their discussion of the proposed budget at their next regular meeting on Nov. 28.

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Police beat

The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations.

Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

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Criminal damage or defacement to property/ vehicle/criminal trespass to property/vehicle/ damage to property Nov. 14 A victim in the 400 block of S. Berkley told police at around 11:25 p.m. that an unknown suspect(s) had smashed out both rear taillights on his pickup truck.

Nov. 11-Nov. 12 Criminal damage to property was reported at an oil change facility in the 600 block of W. North Ave. at around 7:53 a.m. The manager of the business told police that they noticed BBs were shot through their service door.

Oct. 25-Oct. 26 Criminal damage to property was reported in the 100 block of Melrose. Police said an officer received a tip that a vehicle parked in the driveway on Melrose had a wheel damaged by a juvenile suspect between the above dates. Damage to the rear passenger side tire was confirmed by the victim. An investigation is pending.

Disorderly conduct Nov. 16 Kevin McNnight, 36, of Canton, Ohio, was issued a citation in the 100 block of N. Michigan at around 5:17 a.m. Police said officers were called to the above location for the report of McKnight lying on the ground in the vestibule, possibly sleeping. Officers observed urine on the ground, according to police, and McNnight admitted to urinating in public. He was cited for befouling property.

Nov. 12 Christopher Merrell, 26, of Maitland, Fla., was arrested near Washington and Madison at around 2:47 a.m. Police said officers responded to a suspicious person walking at the above location. According to police, Merrell was located and was found to have knocked over a construction horse, damaging it. He was charged with disorderly conduct/damage to property.

Nov. 10 Officers responded to a complainant near Park and Prospect at around 7:59 p.m. who reportedly was almost mugged. Upon further investigation, the suspect stated she made the story up. An investigation is pending.

Domestic battery Nov. 13 An officer was dispatched to assist the Addison Police Department to locate a suspect of a domestic battery. It was learned that the suspect was driving, and while en route, the officer located the suspect’s vehicle parked outside of the police department. The suspect was placed into custody and released to the Addison Police Department.

DUI-drugs, illegal consumption or possession of alcohol by a minor, illegal transportation or possession of open alcohol, controlled substance Nov. 16 John McGowan, 46, of Elmhurst, was arrested near St. Charles and Route 83 at around 9:56 p.m. and charged with DUI and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

Nov. 15 Brandon Clay, 18, of Portage, Ind., and Brandon Dominski, 19, of New Lenox, were both issued citations near North and West at around 1:52 a.m. for consumption of alcohol by a minor following a traffic stop.

Nov. 14 Daniel Evans, 45, of West Chicago, was arrested near North and Elm at around 1:22 a.m. and charged with DUI, driving while license revoked, improper lane usage and disobeying a traffic control device following a traffic stop.

Nov. 13 • Carlos Montes, 23, of Elmwood Park, was arrested near North and Emory at around 5:43 a.m. and charged with DUI, speeding and improper lane usage following a traffic stop.

• Jairo I. Roldan, 28, of Chicago, was arrested near Route 83 and North Avenue at around 2:10 a.m. and charged with DUI, illegal transportation of open alcohol and improper lane usage. Roldan also was cited for possession of cannabis.

Harassment, threatening phone call Nov. 12 A victim in the 500 block of W. Belden was alerted by a friend that there were pictures posted on the Internet that portrayed her as being naked, even though she wasn’t when the pictures were originally taken. The victim has also received snapchat messages from an unknown user referencing the pictures.

Obstruction Nov. 15 Anthony F. Evans, 18, of Elmhurst, was arrested at a high school 300 block of W. St. Charles Road at around 2:35 p.m. Police said an officer responded to the school lobby to the report of two subjects refusing to leave. Both subjects were told to leave the property. According to police, while outside the school and being questioned by officers, Evans pushed away with his arm, hitting an officer’s chest.

Evans was charged with resisting/obstructing a police officer. Both Evans and the other subject were issued trespass notices.

Nov. 14 Efim Rabinovitch, 56, of Skokie, was arrested near Melrose and North at around 9:51 p.m.

Subsequent to a traffic stop, police said Rabi-

novitch, a passenger in the front seat, provided an officer with a false name and date of birth.

His true identity was discovered and he was found to have three failure to appear warrants, according to police. He was charged with state charges obstructing identification and failure to wear a seat belt.

Possession of cannabis, drug paraphernalia Nov. 14 Andrew Silkaitis, 18, of Downers Grove, was issued citations in the 300 block of Winthrop at around 11:35 p.m. for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia following a suspicious vehicle report, according to police.

Nov. 12 Cristobal Guanoquiza, 22, Jony GuityCastellanos, 25, both of Chicago; and a juvenile were issued citations by police near St. Charles and Spring at around 12:30 a.m.

Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop, an officer located open alcohol and cannabis.

Guanoquiza was cited for driving without registration light, no insurance and transportation of open alcohol. Guity-Castellanos was cited for possession of cannabis and transportation of open alcohol. The juvenile was cited for possession of cannabis.

Nov. 11 Travis Markley, 24, of Villa Park, was arrested near Lake and West at around 10:24 p.m. and charged with possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia and disobeying a traffic control signal following a traffic stop. Police said Markey was in possession of a smoking pipe, cannabis and a cannabis grinder.

Nov. 10 • Ifeyinwa R. Uraih, 30, of Elmhurst, was arrested near West and Third at around 5:40 p.m. and charged with possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, speeding and no insurance following a traffic stop.

• Subsequent to a traffic stop near Butterfield and York at around 5:05 p.m., police said an officer observed cannabis in plain view and counterfeit currency was found in the stereo housing unit area. The suspect was taken into custody and released without charges pending further investigation.

Theft/burglary/attempted theft or burglary/identity theft/fraud/forgery/ deceptive practice/ obstruction/robbery Nov. 16 A landscaping company reported a theft in the 900 block of N. York at around 1:06 p.m.

A complainant told police he parked his company’s work truck and open trailer containing lawn maintenance equipment while eating lunch. When he and the work crew returned to the truck and trailer, a black and orange Echo gas-powered backpack blower was taken from the trailer.

Nov. 15 • A victim in the 300 block of Aberdeen Court told police at around 6:42 p.m. that an unknown suspect(s) gained entry to his home by prying the back door open. Several rooms had been gone through and property was taken.

• Officers were dispatched to a reported fraud that occurred at a pizza restaurant in the 100 block of N. York at around 8:16 p.m.

A complainant told police that a suspect described as a black male wearing a black skull

cap, a black sweatshirt and blue jeans attempted to pay for his order with a counterfeit $100 bill. The suspect left on foot northbound from the store. An investigation is pending.

• An officer responded to a theft by deception report at a restaurant in the 100 block of E. Schiller St. at around 8:48 p.m. The complainant told police that two suspects described as black males purchased sandwiches earlier in the evening using counterfeit $100 bills. An investigation is pending.

Nov. 9-Nov. 14 A victim in the 100 block of E. North Ave. told police at around 7:50 p.m. that several stores contacted her about credit card applications being denied. The victim advised the stores that she did not apply for the credit cards, and confirmed that no purchases were made; one credit card was successfully opened in which the victim had closed.

Nov. 13 • Jeffrey Cotton, 49, and Heidi Howard, 56, both of Chicago, were arrested in the 800 block of Industrial at around 8:49 p.m. Police said that while an officer was on patrol, the officer observed a vehicle driving around the Industrial Park area where there have been previous tire thefts. Contact was made the suspects were found to be in possession of several burglary tools, two tires and a small ziplock baggie containing a white powdery substance suspected to be cocaine. Cotton was charged with felony theft and Howard was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• Robert Judd, 32, of Elmhurst, was arrested at a store in the 300 block of Route 83 at around 4:43 p.m. Police said Judd had removed several clothing items and left the store without paying. He was charged with felony retail theft.

• Theft of vehicle parts was reported at a car rental company in the 800 block of N. York at around 10 p.m. Police said officers stopped a vehicle in the area of Industrial and Wrightwood matching the description of a vehicle used in spare tire thefts. Local businesses were checked and the car rental company was found to have the spare tire removed from a van.

Nov. 12 • A victim in the 800 block of Washington Street told police at around 3:30 p.m. that an unknown suspect(s) entered his unlocked vehicle and removed property.

• A victim at a shoe store in the 100 block of S. Route 83 told police at around 5:59 p.m. that her purse was stolen while she was trying on shoes.

• A complainant at a bank in the 500 block of S. York told police at around 6:36 p.m. that her daughter saw a suspicious man wearing a black ski mask walk up to the window of the bank while they were inside. The man made eye contact with her daughter and then quickly walked away. A detective was notified of the incident.

• Theft was reported at a food store in the 600 block of N. York at around 9:48 p.m. A victim told police she left her purse in her shopping cart in the store’s parking lot. When the victim returned to the store, she found her purse lying on the ground with her cell phone and an unspecified amount of cash missing.

Nov. 11-Nov. 12 A victim in the 400 block of Walnut told police that between the above dates, an unknown suspect(s) entered his unlocked vehicle and removed bank checks and miscellaneous change.

Nov. 11 • Melissa Morales, 18, of Chicago, was arrested at a store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 at around 3:48 p.m. Police said Morales and a juvenile suspect took lipstick and a sweater

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Crime news

Bank robber apprehended, turned over to FBI

Police said that on Nov. 12, a suspect described as a black male, 20 years of age, of medium build who was wearing a partial mask, entered a bank in the 200 block of Addison

and handed the teller a note demanding money and implying that he had a gun. The suspect fled westbound from the bank on foot. Responding, Elmhurst police officers observed the suspect a short distance away and began an on-foot chase. The suspect was subsequently captured near Evergreen and Second Street with proceeds from the robbery in his

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Continued from page 6 and were detained by store security.

According to police, Morales gave an officer a false name. She was charged with disorderly conduct/obstructing and retail theft. The juvenile was charged with retail theft and released to her mother.

• A victim in the 100 block of E. North told police at around 5:53 p.m. that a suspect attempted to open a Target credit card online using her information.

• A complainant at a pharmacy in the 100 block of W. North Ave. told police at around 7:29 a.m. that an unknown suspect described as a black male, between 20 and 21 years old, 5-5, 135 pounds with dreadlocks and wearing a jean vest with black sleeves, a gray sweatshirt with a hood and blue jeans, left the store with bottles of vodka valued at over $127. The manager followed him into the parking lot and the suspect agreed to return the five vodka bottles from his jacket. The suspect was last seen riding his bike northbound from the area. Complaints will be signed if the suspect is located.

• A victim in the 800 block of Hillside Avenue told police at 3:45 pm. that while checking her checking account, she noticed unauthorized transactions had been made in her account. The victim contacted her bank which froze her checking account and refunded $3,714.27.

• A victim at a gas station in the 1000 block of N. York told police at around 8:59 p.m. that his cell phone was taken from his office. He reviewed the security cameras and the suspect was observed outside his office around the time the phone was taken. An investigation is pending.

Nov. 10 Burglary was reported at a food store in the 900 block of S. York St. at around 10:44 a.m. Police said a male offender walked out of the rear fire exit doors on Nov. 9 with possibly two cases of vodka. An investigation is pending.

Aug. 30-Nov. 2 A complainant in the 400 block of W. Butterfield told police that the trustee/attorney who set up a trust fund for his mother had been using her mother’s funds inappropriately.

The complainant, who had power of attorney for her mother, has since revoked the suspect as the trustee and is trying to gain access to a suspicious Social Security account that neither the victim nor the complainant are authorized to access. An officer attempted to contact the suspect with no results.

Oct. 10-Oct. 11 A victim in the 200 block of Cottage Hill told police at around

possession. He has been identified as a 21-year-old male from Bellwood.

The suspect was turned over to FBI agents, who have taken over the investigation.

Battery reported at sports bar; suspect flee

On Nov. 12, battery was reported at a sports bar in the 600 block of W. Lake at around 10:27 p.m. Police said officers responded for a report of a fight inside the building. Suspect 1 slapped the victim in the face, Suspect 2 pushed the victim and Suspect 3 slapped the victim’s phone out of his hands.

The suspects left the area in an unknown vehicle in and unknown direction. The first suspect was described as a black female around 5-4 and 200 pounds wearing all black.

The second suspect was described as a black female around 5-4 and 200 pounds wearing a black shirt with gray pants. The third suspect was described as a black male around 6-5 and 300 pounds wearing dark jeans

1:59 p.m. that while checking her credit card online she noticed several fraudulent charges between the above dates. The victim has since had the credit card cancelled.

Sept. 17 A victim in the 300 block of E. Ridge Ave. told police he received letters in the mail from the U.S. Post Office advising him of an address change request for an address in Oklahoma and one in New Jersey. The victim advised that he did not request any address changes and immediately notified the Post Office and credit bureaus only to find eight unauthorized credit accounts had been opened under his name.

June 20-July 7 A victim in the 700 block of N. Eastland St. told police that he had fraudulent charges on his cable account in 2014. He thought they were By Dee Longfellow resolved, but received a collection FOR THE INDEPENDENT Last week, the Independent notice recently. A report was filed to help him out with the paper work in learned that Hospital System CEO Pam Davis has announced her dedealing with the cable company. cision to retire from Edward-Elmhurst Health effective June 30, Violation of an order 2017. After more than 28 years leading Edward Hospital and subof protection sequently Edward-Elmhurst, Davis Nov. 14 recently notified the System Board Police said a suspect in the 200 of Trustees about her plans. block of S. Fair had made several “It is difficult to adequately exphone calls to both the victim’s place press how wonderful these years of employment, as well as to Elm- have been for me,” Davis said. “I hurst City Hall, where he made dis- am so proud to be associated with paraging comments about the victim all of you – dedicated colleagues which were harassing in nature. The and friends who help people lead suspect also made several comments healthier lives and comfort patients to an officer on the phone that were in their most vulnerable hours. consistent with wanting to hurt him- Thank you for everything that you self. The suspect was arrested and have done for me. My heart is full.” released pending investigation.

Edward-Elmhurst Board Chair Ron Schubel accepted her resignation on behalf of the Board of DiWarrant service rectors.

Nov. 15 “I would like to thank Pam for Zernardo Tate, 24, of Chicago, her outstanding contributions to was arrested at around 8:16 p.m. this healthcare system, and to the Police said Tate came into the police communities we serve,” Schubel department to surrender on a failure said.

“She has been a catalyst for so to appear warrant out of the DuPage many advancements in healthcare County Sheriff’s Office. The warrant in this region and beyond.” was confirmed via leads, and the sus-

and a light tan leather jacket.

Victim sends money to Nigeria, receives fraudulent checks

On Nov. 1, victim in the 900 block of Hillcrest told police at around 8:10 p.m. that she met a man through an online chat room who claimed he was stationed in Nigeria by the U.S. Army. The victim opened up a private bank account and shared user names and passwords. The man deposited two checks in the account.

The victim related she would send $500 to his family and $100 to Nigeria and she would keep the extra $100. The victim was then notified a few days later that the checks were fraudulent.

Person with alleged computer virus told to pay in gift cards

On Nov. 12, a victim in the 100 block of E. Van Buren St. told police

at around 9:44 a.m. that he received an alert on his computer stating that it was infected with a Trojan Virus.

Moments later the victim received a call from an unknown suspect who stated he was with “customer care.”

The suspect requested that the victim purchase iTunes gift cards as payment. The victim made the purchase and gave the suspect the information.

Juvenile cited for discharging air gun

On Nov. 15, a juvenile suspect was issued a citation in the 400 block of E. South St. at around 3:54 p.m. A complainant told police that he observed the suspect behind his residence holding what appeared to be a real black 9mm handgun. Officers located the suspect in possession of a pellet gun in the wooded area behind the complainant’s residence.

The suspect was issued a citation for disorderly conduct (discharging an air gun within city limits) and released to a parent.

Hospital System’s Pam Davis to retire effective June 30

pect was able to post cash bond, according to police.

Nov. 12 William J. Lowery, 23, of Elmhurst, was arrested near York and Crestview at around 11:46 p.m. Police said Lowery was found to be wanted on a warrant for failure to appear out of DuPage County.

Nov. 10 Linda A. Morris, 51, of Stone Park, was arrested in the 100 block of E. First St. at around 6:58 p.m.

Police said Morris came into the police station to turn herself in on a failure to appear warrant.

Mastro, Dunley promoted to higher posts The Board announced the appointment of Edward-Elmhurst veteran Mary Lou Mastro, MS, RN, FACHE, as System CEO of Edward-Elmhurst Health effective July 1, 2017. Davis and Mastro will be System Co-CEOs Jan. 1 to June 30 to facilitate a smooth transition.

Hospital CEOs and System Executive Vice Presidents will report to Mastro.

Schubel said that after June 30, Davis would continue as CEO

Emeritus through 2017, reporting to the EdwardElmhurst Board of Trustees.

“We have been working with Pam for some time on an orderly and thoughtful succes- Mary Lou Mastro sion plan which we have activated upon her decision,” he said. “We are extremely pleased to announce Mary Lou as the new leader of our system. She will provide continuity and will lead us into a Pamela Dunley successful future.”

Mastro joined Davis at Edward in 1988. An inspiring leader throughout her tenure, Mastro has held many operational and management roles. She served previously as President of Linden Oaks at Edward and is currently president & CEO of Elmhurst Hospital where she has led record volume growth and financial stability. With more than 35 years working in hospitals, Mastro brings extensive experience in hospital strategy, operations, planning, licensure and regulatory compliance, public policy and advocacy, physician relations, new business development, and patient care.

“I’m extremely pleased that Lou has been named as my successor,” Davis added. “She is a tremendous leader and colleague who will do great things at Edward-Elmhurst.”

“Pam’s biggest asset is her ability to take calculated risks and succeed where others may shy away,” Mastro said. “She is fearless and

“

She has been a catalyst for so many advancements in healthcare in this region and beyond.”

– Ron Schubel, Edward-Elmhurst Board Chair

tenacious and has tremendous integrity. That has led to many innovations and stronger healthcare for our communities. She was a major force behind the merger of Elmhurst and Edward – and it has exceeded expectations.”

Pamela Dunley, MBA, MS, RN, CENP, has been appointed President & CEO of Elmhurst Hospital effective Jan. 1.

Dunley has served as the Chief Operating Officer/Chief Nursing Officer of Elmhurst Hospital for the past ten years. She joined Elmhurst Hospital in 1997 and has served in various leadership roles.

She was a member of the executive leadership team of Elmhurst that planned and built the state-ofthe-art replacement hospital which opened in 2011. Dunley was instrumental in Elmhurst’s journey to become a Planetree Designated Organization and achieve Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence.

Along with Dunley’s appointment, two other executives have been promoted at Elmhurst Hospital effective Jan. 1: Laura Eslick, MBA, PMP, FACHE to Chief Operating Officer; and Jean Lydon, RN, MS-MBA, AOCN, to Chief Nursing Officer.

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November 24, 2016 • 8

Slices of Life

Out of order is not the order I like

“We are what we repeatedly do.

Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit,” Aristotle.

I strive for an orderly life. It’s less chaotic that way. Besides, with order comes power, the power of predictability. With predictability comes calmness and reduced stress. And that leads to order.

You see how that came full circle?

Just like the circle of life.

Which is exactly where my quest for order originated: with my offspring. With each addition to our family, my husband and I found our power wane and our grip on an orderly household slip further away, just beyond our grasp.

By the time we were outnumbered by the little beings that share our DNA, any semblance of order had slid into the abyss of that great entity known as quality family time.

And then, out of pure necessity, we got organized – or made an attempt anyway. It was either that, or surrender my sanity, or never find a pair of

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JILL PERTLER Contributor

matching socks ever again.

I had more gimmicks and schemes for organizing my household than I had LEGOs on the living room floor – and that’s saying something.

Each member of the family had an assigned color, which correlated to drinking cups, storage bins, toothbrushes, towels, T-shirts and any other number of household necessities that can and do get misplaced and messed up in untidy households.

Likewise, a busy, organized household must establish a proficient way of managing and maximizing time.

Morning showers, for instance, are scheduled to the millisecond in order to accommodate each person and

ensure that the last shower-taker of the day has access to the luxury of the limited commodity known as hot water.

This is important. I should know. I am often the last shower-taker.

Morning routines are critical to successfully getting everyone out the door and to where they need to be by the designated time they need to be there. My morning routine is a well established. Artfully executed work of time management. I move from task to task with the proficiency of a ninja warrior on the hunt, except without any swords or nun chucks.

My hands are my weapon of choice – for grooming, dressing, making the bed and, most importantly, holding my cup of coffee.

My tasks are performed in an orderly order. One leads to the other like a well-oiled machine, unless, as I recently discovered, the order is interrupted.

This happened one day last week.

I don’t remember the reason for the

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exact interruption. I do know it was initiated by one of the offspring I alluded to earlier. Suffice to say it was 7:13 a.m. and someone needed something by 7:14 and only mom could find this critical article. And it was an emergency. Of course it was.

I leapt to my child’s rescue like a supermom, sans cape. I found the lost item, probably in the exact spot where it was supposed to be. Then I returned to my routine, sort of.

The interruption threw me off, although I didn’t realize it at the time.

When looking for the lost item, I grabbed a cup of coffee, which is a deviation from my norm. Usually, my husband brings me a cup. This slight change was enough to push the universe off course. I was in uncharted territory.

It wasn’t until after I’d dropped

my son at school, ran errands, chatted with numerous people and returned home that I realized I’d forgotten to complete one tiny morning task: brushing my teeth.

It was a minor oversight, but who forgets to brush her teeth? A gal who has preemptively jumped to the coffee stage, putting her brazenly out of order – that’s who. I suppose I should be glad I’m still alive. You don’t mess with morning routines without expecting major repercussions, not the least of which could be halitosis, that, and morning breath.

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Letter to the editor Trump voter believes he’s best person for the job

This is in response to the recent tone in your paper about our Presidential election results.

There is an implication that we need to “make the best” of the President-elect Donald Trump.

Those of us who voted for Trump, really do believe he’s the best person for the position. Hillary Clinton and her husband have extremely serious, questionable things they’ve done, regarding women and respect for women and many other issues, to be

concerned about.

If we were looking for great character and morals in our candidates, we would vote for no one.

So, we voted for the candidate who supports the policies we believe in.

Thanks for letting me share another viewpoint on this whole issue.

Trump supporters are looking for change, not the same old political garbage that has been going on for too long.

Once again, we want a Government for the People, by the People.

Melody Vestuto

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Area news briefs

New 390 tollway nets almost $3 million in August alone

By Dee Longfellow

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Route 390 tolls bring in more than expected It was a long-time joke – The Elgin-O’Hare Expressway goes neither to Elgin nor O’Hare.

Now Illinois’ newest toll road is called Rte. 390 and will cost you 20 cents per mile to use it.

But reports indicate that isn’t causing anyone to change their mind and take side roads.

In August, about 30 days after the former Elgin-O’Hare Expressway was made a tollway from Lake Street and I-290, 4.6 million transactions have dropped cash into the tollway coffers, according to one news report. That’s about $2.9 million, the tollway said, which is 25% higher than what was forecast.

The tollway extending Route 390 along Thorndale Avenue is supposed to reach Route 83 in 2017 and O’Hare International Airport by 2019 or so. A ring road dubbed I-490 is expected to connect with it and run along the airport’s west side, linking with I-294 to the south near Franklin Park and I-90 near Des Plaines in the north.

O’Hare workers won’t strike till after Thanksgiving holiday Service Employees International Union Local 1 officials made the announcement Monday morning outside the nation’s busiest airport that

plans for a strike would be taking place after the Thanksgiving holiday. The approximate 500 employees at O’Hare International Airport who are seeking union wages and a $15 per hour wage, said they wanted to keep the public’s support and did not want to mess up anyone’s holiday plans.

The workers are mainly with private contractors at the airport and include baggage handlers, cabin cleaners, janitors, and wheelchair attendants.

It is unknown how such a strike would affect airport operations, but the Chicago Department of Aviation said it does not expect any disruption in service.

Study finds hormones, medications in Illinois groundwater According to group of scientists at the University of Illinois, prescription and over-the-counter medications have been detected in the groundwater of southwestern Illinois.

The Prairie Research Institute study, performed at the University, had researchers collect 58 water samples from eight springs and five cave streams during 2014 and 2015.

One researcher said medications and personal care products were detected in 89 percent of those samples.

Scientists said the two most common things found in the water were triclocarbans, which are used in antibiotic soaps, and the cardiovascular drug gemfibrozil. The experts say contaminant levels were “well below human dosages” but they say even low levels can affect aquatic organisms.

Hormones were reportedly found in 23 percent of the groundwater samples, which “can cause a lot of damage to fish and possibly other animals,” according to the scientists.

Busy holiday season planned

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Blood drive set for Nov. 27 in Elmhurst; also seek support of children’s home

By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent On Sunday, Nov. 27 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., there will be a blood drive at Knights of Columbus in Elmhurst, located on York St., near Vallette. One of the greatest holiday gifts anyone can give is to donate blood because experts at LifeSource say one donor can help as many as three people.

There will also be free cholesterol testing and free blood typing.

Each donor will also receive a free T-Shirt.

The Elmhurst Knights of Columbus is also helping support the Mercy Home for Boys and Girls Christmas party for the 4th year. This event keeps growing every year, according to members. Sought are unwrapped toys, gift cards, movies, and books. Gifts and donations will be collected all the way up until Christmas.

Needed items include: Board games (Monopoly, Apples to Apples, Life, chess, checkers, etc.); movie DVDs with G or PG ratings (Angry Birds Movie, The Secret Life of Pets, Zootopia Finding Dory); magazine subscriptions (Time, National Geographic, Kids Sports Illustrated); digital watches; small bottles of cologne or perfume; movie theater passes; gift cards to places like Subway, Best Buy, Target; slippers (all sizes); towel or towel set; twin sheet sets; comforters; baseball caps, socks.

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Five downtown businesses host holiday passport program

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Beer helping seniors to eat

The Hops for Humanity charity presented a donation of $10,000 to the DuPage Senior Citizens Council on Monday, Nov. 14. The money will be used to help fund the ‘meals on wheels’ food delivery services provided by the DPSCC for senior citizens across the entire county. Holding the ‘big check’ are DPSCC Executive Director Marylin Krola, Director of Nutrition Services Libni Borras and Board Members Karen McClure, Michael Micek and Dr. Mary Ann Hollis.

History Museum announces coming events

On Wednesday, Dec. 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., the Elmhurst History Museum is hosting Marion Mahony Griffin in Frank Lloyd Wright’s Studio and Wasmuth Portfolio Viewing. The tour is $30 for EHF members, $35 for non-members and begins and ends at the History Museum at 120 E. Park Avenue.

Marion Mahony was Wright’s first professional employee when she was hired in 1895, and she stayed with his office for nearly 15 years rendering buildings and landscapes that became known as a staple of Wright’s style. This tour will visit the beautiful studio off of Wright’s Oak Park home to learn about the role Marion played in projects during the Golden Years of Wright’s office (1895-1910).

The tour continues with the Special Collections librarian at Oak Park Public Library for a special viewing of the influential Wasmuth Portfolio, for which Mahony Griffin

created more than half of the numerous renderings. The tour will include a drive past some of the Oak Park and River Forest buildings that she played a part in designing.

Note: Rain or shine and some walking required. Please bring snack and water for bus ride home.

For reservations, visit elmhursthistory.org (Adult Programs section) or bpt.me/2697836 or call 630-530-6879.

January 2017 Programs

Great presidential inaugural speeches On Sunday, Jan. 8 from 2-3 p.m., the History Museum presents Great Inaugural Speeches in History.

On Jan. 20, our new President will deliver the 58th inaugural speech in our history.

Most of the prior 57 were disappointing—dull, uninspiring, and lacking vision—but seven have

stood out by challenging, lifting, and forcing citizens to rethink what it means to be an American.

Professor Gary Midkiff will review those seven, including one by the youngest man ever elected President, one by the oldest man elected President, and the greatest of the 57, where a man tries to see God’s purpose in our greatest national tragedy.

Co-presented by the Elmhurst History Museum and the Elmhurst Public Library, this program will be held at the Elmhurst Public Library.

For reservations, visit the Elmhurst Public Library or call 630-279-8696 or visit elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

New Sunday series for adults begins Jan. 15 On Sunday, Jan. 15 from 2-3 p.m., the History Museum is sponsoring Marion Mahony Griffin: Rendering the Grand Variety of Nature’s Grace.

Enjoy a new series of Sunday afternoon programs for adults at the

Elmhurst History Museum. Marion Mahony Griffin is known for a magnificent drafting style incorporating densely treed landscapes into architectural presentation drawings.

She was Frank Lloyd Wright’s chief draftsperson for 14 years before embarking on a career with her husband Walter Burley Griffin that catapulted them from Chicago to Australia in 1914 after winning an international competition to design the capital city of Canberra.

Author, artist and curator Debora Wood examines the trajectory of Marion’s graphic art—from children’s book illustrations and architectural renderings to an exquisite series of Australian Forest Portraits.

Marion’s drawing methods and her inventive adaptation of photo-reproduction processes will be discussed.

Admission is $5 for EHF members, 10 for non-members: $10. For reservations visit elmhursthistory. org or call 630-833-1457.

Five Elmhurst businesses are combining efforts to offer an extra incentive to shopping local this holiday season with the launch of a Holiday Passport Challenge. Local fitness studios FITT-RX and CorePower Yoga, Brewpoint Coffee, Tannins and Fleet Feet Sports in Elmhurst are teaming up to offer a shopping-based raffle incentive.

Beginning Thursday, Dec. 1, holiday shoppers are invited to pick up a passport at any of the five businesses. With passport in hand, shoppers need to spend a minimum of $25 at each of the five participating businesses to receive a location-specific stamp. Completed passports should be turned in to FITT-RX or Fleet Feet Sports no later than Dec. 30.

The winner of the Holiday Passport Challenge will be drawn on January 2. The grand prize includes a free month of membership at both FITT-RX and CorePower Yoga, $50 gift card to Fleet Feet Sports, a basket of assorted wine from Tannins and a gift basket from Brewpoint Coffee. For more information about the Holiday Passport, contact commit@fitt-rx.com.

LWV presents program on Identity Theft Awareness

Join the League of Women Voters of Elmhurst on Thursday, December 1 at 7 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., as they host a discussion about identity theft.

With the coming holiday shopping season, one should all be aware of possible ways that our identities could be stolen. A representative from the Elmhurst Police Department as well as an attorney with the Illinois Attorney General’s office will be present to cover the following: • How to safeguard your personal information (including financial information).

• What to do if your personal information has been compromised.

• Recent scams in so-called tech support and how to protect yourself.

• How and when to report your identity has been compromised.

• Some of the process the authorities use when investigating.

A question and answer session will be held with each presenter. For more information, visit lwvelmhurst. org. This program is free and open to the public and is co-hosted by Elmhurst Public Library.

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Scenes from the Spring Road Tree-lighting

Waiting for Santa

Pictured above is Delaney Wilson in her mother Karen’s arms, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive at the Spring Road tree-lighting. As usual, Santa arrived on a firetruck and took his position in the Gazebo to meet all the little ones.

Left: These two brothers are Luke (back) and Oliver McCarthy who were anxiously waiting for Santa Claus to appear on Spring Road on Friday, Nov. 18. They ended up being among the first to meet the big guy.

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Who’s been good this year?

Alexia DeLeonardis, who is 1½ years old, was one of the first to meet Santa Claus on Friday evening, Nov. 18 at the Spring Road Business Association’s annual tree-lighting event. Santa arrived on an Elmhurst firetruck and went immediately to the Gazebo at the Prairie Path to meet with all the children.

At the hot chocolate stand

A cookie for a little cookie

There was hot chocolate and cookies for all who attended the Spring Road Tree-lighting on Friday, Nov. This little one got a cookie that her daddy passed to her – and she 18, and these kids helped themselves to the goodies. After a mild day, the evening turned colder when gave an enthusiastic “Thank you!” Cookies and hot chocolate were the wind came up. It was the first tree-lighting event of the Elmhurst holiday season. served at the Spring Road Tree-lighting on Friday, Nov. 18.

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York Boosters ready for annual Barnes & Noble fundraiser

By Marisa Mancini FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

In what has become a holiday tradition, the York Music Boosters will be hosting its 5th annual fundraiser on Monday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, near Oakbrook Center. The York Music Boosters organization supports nearly 500 band, orchestra, and choir students, who comprise approximately 20% of the York student body.

Event organizer and York Music Booster President Carol Ruda feels strongly about supporting the music program because of the extraordinary time and commitment that the instruc “Mr. Pavlik, Mr. Riddle, Ms. Marianetti and Mr. Ostwald are truly devoted to their students and have created an environment where our students have flourished,” she said.

York has been chosen as a Grammy Signature School semi-finalist for the last five years – and in 2013 named as a Gold finalist. Moreover, 49 students were recently honored as Illinois Music Educators Association All-District I selectees.

“We have a tremendous group of artists who touch our community,” said Ruda. “While most bands limit their performances to school concerts and sporting events, the York band has made an effort to conCOURTESY PHOTO Elmhurst Independent nect with the Elmhurst community Pictured is a group of musicians from York High School who took place in last year’s annual fundraiser through its social outreach music at Barnes & Noble for the York Boosters. This year’s event takes place on Monday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. program.“ Last year, band members to 9:30 p.m. at the bookstore near Oakbrook Center. If you can’t make the date, online purchases an also performed over 100 times at local be applied the York Boosters. Log on to BN.com/bookfairs and enter ID #11864642 at check out. homeless shelters, nursing homes, hospitals and churches. This year, students have set a new challenge to perform at least 150 times in the Elmhurst community.

“We are extremely fortunate to have this program in our own back yard and it is clearly worthy of our support,” added Ruda.

During the event, shoppers will be entertained by numerous band members, choral groups, and orchestral ensembles who will be performing throughout the evening. Additionally, Children’s author Brenda Felber will be available at the store from 5 to 8 p.m., greeting readers of all ages and signing copies of her Pameroy Mysteries books, Unsettled Things and Watched Places. York volunteers will also be providing complimentary gift-wrapping of all your purchases.

Money raised by the York Music Boosters’ fundraising event will be used for enrichment purposes including scholarships for summer music camps and grants for master classes, i.e. where professional musicians come to York High School and work with groups of York students on a particular instrument.

If you are unable to attend the November 28 fundraiser, but would like to support the York Music Boosters, you can do so by shopping Barnes & Noble on-line. All on-line purchases made between Nov. 28 and Dec. 3, 2016, will be eligible for inclusion in the York Music Boosters fundraiser by entering ID #11864642 at check out. Log on to BN.com/bookfairs.

For more information about the York Music Boosters or the Barnes & Noble fundraiser, please contact Carol Ruda at crnh@comcast.net.

For more information about the Pameroy Mysteries or Brenda Felber, please contact Ms. Felber at brenda@brendafelber.com.

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The Elmhurst Independent presents...

I am thankful for...

The children of Elmhurst share what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving...

I am thankful for...

Ms. Grote my 3rd grade teacher. She is so kind and thoughtful to me and my classmates. She’s also sooo sweet. I’m also thankful for my brother and sister Haley and Luke. They love me soo much. They are always looking out for me. My mom and dad are also awesome. They give me a great life. My dog Toby, I love him and he love’s me to. He’s the most cutest puppy in the whole world. When I have a bad day walks up to me and licks my salty tears away from my face till there all gone. One last one, my town, Elmhurst.

It’s so beautiful and has lot of nice, kind, and thoughtful people. I’m very proud to live in Elmhurst. I have to take Toby on a walk, so Bye! Name: Jamie Brown, 8 ½ School: Lincoln I am thankful for... many things, here are my top three. Number one family.

I’m thankful for family because they provide me food, water, clothes and medicines. I would not even be able to survive without my family. Number two food. I am thankful for food because it keeps me alive wich is the same with everyone else.

Also because food provides protein and many other things that keeps you healthy. Number three my dog. I am thankful for my dog because I know that my parents really didn’t want a dog but they still got one for us wich makes me really thankful that we have a dog, because I know that many people don’t have dogs.

Name: Maria Wilkins, 10 School: Jackson I am thankful for... my mommy, dad, and the rest of my family. I am thankful that I can help others. Gobble Gobble!

Name: Will Anaszewicz, 5 ½ School: Jackson I am thankful for... all the blessings in my life especially my family, friends, my turtle, my big brother Evan and the Chicago White Sox. I am thankful I get to play soccer, baseball, hockey and the trumpet. Most of all I am thankful for my Nana and Papa. Happy Thanksgiving To All. P.S. Thanks mom and dad for my new bike it it awesome to ride to school!

Name: Nolan Montella, 9 School: Hawethorne I am thankful for... my family because they help me and play with me. There is so many other things I’m thankful for including friends run-

ning in the turkey trot, food, water, pets, holidays and last but not least God and Jesus. Thank you but that’s about it for today.

I hope you enjoyed it.

Name: Marykate Hilgart, 8 School: ICGS

and family are always with me and nice to me. There is many more thing that could no fit into this letter. That is what I am thankful for.

Name: Katherine Klimek, 10 School: Edison

I am thankful for... my house for shelter and protection. My parents for love and care. My dogs for cuteness and cuddles. My sibblings for argue and play. My school for learning and fun. My friends for laughs and fun. Most of all I am thankful for EVERYTHING I have!

Name: Gabriella Wright, 10 School: Edison

I am thankful for... a family food on the table and friend with like me, I thankful for the skills of singing and soccer. I also am thankful for many trips and a house. Also being able to go to a school. Now young one’s be thankful for all of the toys you have and be thankful to have your parents you only get 2.

Name: Erin Bernard, 10 School: Edison

I am thankful for...

God and my Country. Other people how they may seem bad but I would be rather with others plus the bad ones then deserted. My stuff is helping me like I have a bed, a dog, food, water, entertainment, family.

Name: Bill Fries, 11 School: Edison

I am thankful for... my family because they help me get a good education. They are also nice to me with my homework and problems. I am thankful for education because when I get older it can help me get a good job. Also the career I always wanted. I am thankful for my friends when I need something to do my friends are there.

Name: Jackson Jirout, 11 School: Edison

I am thankful for... my food, family and house. There are so many people out in the world that have way less food and stuff we have and there is also people that have so much that they don’t even care about and think its nothing but to others it real is a lot of money so I think that on thanksgiving we should all give thanks a give to the poor because everyone should have something to be thankful for even if its something small everything matters in this world.

Name: Aniela Ross, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... my family. The reason I am thankful for my family is because they take care of me. For example they feed me and if I didn’t have that I would not survive. Also they would never let anything bad happened to me because I know how much they love me. Another reason why I’m thankful for my family is because they love me. For example they give me hugs and kisses. They would not just hug and kiss me out of no where.

Name: Isabella Bjerkan, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... my family, friends, and having a home to sleep in. I am thankful for my family and friends because they support me in everything. I am also thankful for having a home because kids all around the world do not have a home. Also my friends

I am thankful for... having food on my plate and having a school to go to.

Name: Joaquin, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... all of the things that my parents have gotten me because I know that some people don’t have enough money for food, but I can get food and toys whenever I want to. Also, I am thankful for my family and friends. I hope to start a food drive to help donate money to people in who need it. I also am thankful for all the time I get to spend studying because it gives me a chance to become a lawyer.

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I am thankful for... my warm house to keep me warm and my house also makes me yummy food for me to eat. I am also thankful for the world that everybody lives on and the fresh air that everybody breaths. I am also thankful food sports which almost anybody can do and sports also make them laugh and have fun. The last thing I am thankful for is my family which helps me and supports me at anything.

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I am thankful for...

I am thankful for... the food I eat, because most kids don’t have food so I’m lucky. I am thankful for my house and my money there are a lot of kids in poverty. I am thankful for the people in my life because some kids family has died.

Name: Ravi Pradhan School: Edison I am thankful for... my family and all the friends I have now, because they have shaped me into who I am today. They have been a influennents on me. My family loves and I love them. They have cared for me. I will always love them with all my heart. My family cheers me up when I’m sad. My friends are good ones because care for me and I care for them. One more thing that I am thankful for is for the world, because with out it, I don’t know where we would be but all I know is that it wouldn’t be as good as this.

Name: Julianne Rania, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... life on Earth, for without it I would not be able to live the beautiful life I’m living now. As well as life on Earth, I am also thankful for peace, love, and happiness because if none of those were around life wouldn’t be worth living. I’m thankful for all the things I should be like friends, family, and equal rights. But the thing I am probily most thankful for is all the people who made it happen. I hope other people are thankful to.

Name: Megan Mattis, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for...

Being alive. And also being in my family is so fun I get to play with my cousin I am happy to be with my family.

Name: Keegan School: Edison I am thankful for...

Me, my family, my school, the principal, friends, and yeah.

Lot of stuff I’m thankful for. I’m thankful for my family because they take care of me and get stuff. For school is the education in it. It’s fun and fun to learn. My friends are awesome at school.

Name: Max, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for...

My family and friends. I am also thankful for shelter because those things I would not be who I am my family supports me my friends make me laugh and shelter keeps me safe I am also thankful for food and my life because I need food to be healthy and my life because that made me me!

Name:Brace Bohaboy, 10 School:Edison

I am thankful for...

Everything I have and everything I can do. My family and friends are very important to me , they are a huge part of my family. Also how hard my family works to let me and my 3 sisters do sports. We love to dance and it is expensive, so we work hard. My family and I are a team! I am also thankful for my healthy clean food and water. That’s what I am thankful for.

Name: Claire, 10 Edison I am thankful for...

My family because my mom supports me. She pays for me education. My brother plays with me. He’s funny. My older brother can be really funny and he plays a video game I like to watch. He also spends a lot of time in the computer room so he usually doesn’t annoy me. My dad is funny he does cool things with us he is fine he is good at chess and that’s what I’m thankful for.

Name: Jack, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for...

My family and my pets. I’m thankful for my family because they take care of me and help me when I have troubles with someone or something. My family makes me happy when I’m feeling down and they also make me laugh. I’m thankful for my pets because they lighten up my day. When I wake up I hear my guinea pig hopping around excited for her food. I always have my family and pets!

Name: Gia, 11 School: Edison I am thankful for...

My family because when I’m sick they give me medicine and take care of me when someone needs something food, water, money we give it to them we also donate to the poor and when I’m hungry or thirsty she would give me food and water and she also does fun stuff with me like take me go carting letting me buy stuff at the store we also celebrate holidays and birthdays.

Name: Cory Majewski, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for...

My family, my home, food, and water. I would not be healthy if I didn’t have good food and clean water. I would not have anyone to take care of me if I didn’t have family. If it weren’t for my mom and dad I wouldn’t have the nice room I have now.

I am thankful for my life and everything in it.

Name: Brenna, 11 School: Edison I am thankful for...

My mom because she is fun, caring and hard-working. I am also thankful for my dad because he is fun, and very caring. I

am also thankful for my awesome sisters Hannah and Regan they always cheer me up and we always have fun times. I am also so thankful for my friends because we always have a great time. I really am so thankful for my family and friends.

Name: Tessa Cronin, 10 School: Edison

I am thankful for...

My favorite gifts that were given to me and I am thankful for is... my life. Also I am thankful for my family that is always there for me. A few more things I’m thankful for is all the food and water that I have access to, not everyone has access to food and clean water, so I am lucky. I am also very thankful for the shelter I have, that some people don’t have.

Name: Marty Ryan, 11 School: Edison

I am thankful for...

My family and friends who I know will always be there if I need any support or anything. I’m thankful for the wealth that people dream of. I am thankful or the food that I am able to eat , and not have to go to bed hungry. And lastly I am thankful for the home and security I can live a peaceful life with.

Name:Will Blanchette, 11 School: Edison

I am thankful for...

My family because they care about me and I care about them. I care about my mom, dad and brother. The best part about my family is they are kind to me and kind to me if I am sick or hurt. I am also thankful for my friends. My friends help me in case if I am hurt or need some cheering up. My friends will invite me to play.

Name: Ocean, 10 School: Edison

I am thankful for... my family because they like me and are nice to me. They give me clothes and food. I love them and they love me too.

I’m also thankful for my home. Because if I didn’t I would get wet and be freezing cold. I love my home I have so many good memories playing video games to making YouTube videos.

Name: Liam Moloney, 10 School:Edison

I am thankful for... my family, friends, food, and shelter. I’m thankful for my family because they take care of me. They’re the one’s who love and feed me. They have the most important job ever, and they still manage to take care of me every second of my life.

They also give me shelter. I’m also thankful for my friends.

The help me with anything. They always have my back. I’m very lucky.

Name: Emma Rutherford, 11 School: Edison

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I am thankful for...

I am thankful for... my family because the love me, tack caer of me and mack me safe. I am thankful for food and water, so I can stay healthy, friends to keep me camping, to cheer me up when I’m sad, to make me laugh. I am thankful for a roof over my head for when it rans or snows I don’t get wet of cold so I’m warm.

Name: Jessica, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... lot’s of things but, most of all I’m thankful for my family. My family gets me other things I’m thankful for. For example I’m thankful for food, water, and a house in such a nice community. I’m thankful for my friends who always make me laugh and smile and for books to keep me reading. School is another thing I’m thankful for because I love to learn. I’m thankful for Elmhurst.

Name: Alexa Czarnecki, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... my mom and dad. My school of wonderful things. My best friends Jack, Daniel, and Chris. My great wonderful home. My teachers over the years. My Nana and Auntie. The pools I swim in. My video games and my videos bring fun times. That time in the night were I watch TV with my dad. The adventures I have. The days I see my friends. The dogs in my life that bring sweetness, like a very funny dog called Marco. And for my wonderful life.

Name: Joshua, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... my family because my family takes care of me and gives me everything I have. Including my cloths, food, water, electronix, like my phone and xbox. They are the most kind and loving people I’ve ever known. I’m thankful for my dogs are the cutest in the family. I love my dogs and there names are adel, ranger, daja.

Name: Arnold, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... my family, friends, and my home in Elmhurst. My home is very nice and the food is outstanding! When I go to sleep I am thankful for my warm covers and nice pajamas. I am glad to have a nice dining area to eat and tell our stories about our day. My friends play with me at school and laugh with me even more! My family makes me so happy and we like to tell many jokes. That is what I am thankful for.

Name: Kate Doherty, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... my family and friends. I don’t know what I’d do without them. I’m also thankful for living in Elmhurst in my amazing

home. Elmhurst is a great place with many things to do, I’m thankful for this. I’m also thankful for the bike I have to get around in Elmhurst. I feel so thankful for everything I have and can do. Everybody should be thankful for what they have!

Name: Sophia Musial, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... my family and friends. Everyday at school I go up the hill to play soccer. My friends think I’m funny and good at defence.

After school I walk home with my brother. When we are home my mom has food ready for us to eat. When my dad comes home we go in the basement to play. Usually we play with the scooter thin I crash in the wall.

Name: Lauryn Yu, 10 School:Edison I am thankful for... my family, my home, and my friends. I am thankful for my family because the have always helped me and made me feel better when I am sad. I am also very thankful for my parents because they are the best people to me. I am thankful for my friends they always make me feel better, stick up for me, and are always there for me. They always look out for me and I love them.

Name: Tess Curry, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... having a house, a town, a park, a dog, I’m thankful for my toys, my video games, my friends. I’m thankful for having Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. I thankful for God but most of all, my family.

Name: Cole, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for...

Imagine not having a family or friends or even a house. Well, thats how many people live. They live on the street by themselves. That is why I’m thankful for my family, friends and my house. I’m thankful for all of that because chances are if I didn’t have that I wouldn’t go to this school.

Name: Madison, 10 School: Edison I am thankful for... my family, my friends, my teachers, God, my cousins, Illinois, Elmhurst, and grandparents.

Name: Jack, 7 School: Emerson I am thankful for...

Do you know what holiday is coming up? It’s Thanksgiving.

I am thankful for my classmates. They are my friends. We play tag at recess. I am thankful for my family. They take care of me and feed me good food. I’m thankful for my teachers. They

I am thankful for...

Have you ever said thank you to someone? Well Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful. I’m thankful for my school.

I like my school because I learn new thinks and get smarter every day. I am also thankful for my parents. My parents are very nice to me. We love to go bike riding together. Finally I’m thankful for my pet guinea pig named Moo-Moo. I love him so much because he cuddles on me. Are you ready for Thanksgiving? I sure am.

Name: Nicholas School: Lincoln

I am thankful for...

Thanksgiving is a happy holiday to thank people that have helped you. I am thankful for my parents. They signed me up to let me play hockey. I love playing hockey. They also make me good food to eat.

I am also thankful for electricity. If we didn’t have electricity we wouldn’t be able to write in the dark! Also we would be crashing into walls! I am also thankful for shelter. If we didn’t have shelter or a house we wouldn’t be able to have a place to sleep and eat. Happy Thanksgiving! These are some things that I am thankful for this Thanksgiving.

Name: Paul School: Lincoln

I am thankful for...

I love being Thankful on Thanksgiving! I am thankful for my family! We like playing games together like the Game of Life! I am thankful for trees. They give fresh air and oxygen for us to breathe! I am thankful for the army. They protect us from other countries who try to defeat us. I am thankful for Mrs. Heraty. She helps me learn in school! What are you thankful for this year?

Name: Dean School: Lincoln

I am thankful for...

It is almost thanksgiving! At thanksgiving I am thankful for my dog. My dog gives me kisses because she loves me. She makes me feel very happy. I am thankful for my mom. She makes the best oatmeal cookies and she took me to see the Trolls movie. She even makes my bed for me. I am thankful for my dad. When he comes home from work he always gives me a kiss and a hug.

Of course that makes me very happy. My parents work hard to make our family money. I’m thankful for my brothers. They like me and we have fun playing Minecraft to together. Who are you thankful for this Thanksgiving!

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I am thankful for... my grandpa in Oklahoma. He fixed Navy planes that help protect us. Next, I am thankful for my pets. Their names are Keely, Wally and Sammy. They snuggle up with me all the time. I’m also thankful for my dad and mom because they are a great part of the family. My dad is the best. We do fun activities together like the Fall Fest. My mom is a great mom because everyday I come in to my mom’s room at night to sleep. I am also thankful for God. He helps watch over us and keep us safe.

I’m also thankful for the best 2nd grade teacher in my life Mrs. Heraty. She helps us spell words we can’t sound out. I’m also thankful for P.E. Class. We do fun exercises. I’m also thankful for my classmates. My classmates are amazing. They play kickball with me at recess. Have you been thankful for your family and friends?

Name: Jake School: Lincoln I am thankful for... my favorite holiday is thanksgiving. I am thankful for my mom and dad. They are really nice. We like to have family game night on Friday and play games like Pictionary. I am thankful for food. We need healthy food to live. I am thankful for teachers like Mrs. Hearty. She is really nice and she helps us learn. I am thankful for electricity. Electricity helps see, cook and get warm or cold. I am thankful for pets. Pets are cute and fun to play with. What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?

Name: Ava School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My grandpa because he takes me fishing during the summer.

The biggest fish I caght it was a bass I caght it with a sun fish.

As I casted my grandpa said reel in I didn’t know how big the bass was. When we measured it was 16 inches that is who I am thankful for.

Name: Liam School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My mom. Because she makes awesome stuff like pancakes.

And she also lets me have breakfast for dinner and lunch and breakfast to. And my dad dosin’t let me. Becks he thinks that is silee. And he thinks it’s inaproppeeit. But he built me a […] it had a battree and had wires and a lite. And a fan. That’s way I am thankful.

Name: Addison School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My mom and dad. Becus my dad gave me a dirt bike for my birthday. My mom maks me the best birthday cake she makes a choklete and vanilla layered cake.

Name: Diesel School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My mom. She makes the best cookys. I am soow thankful for my dad. He makes the best chikin parm. And my elf on the shelf he name is SJ. He is gooy. I am thankful for… my sistr she is funy we play to gethre.

Name: Caroline School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My mom and dad because they take ma out for dinners and lunch is. I am thankful for my grama and my gramp becuse they take me to the city. Sumtimse my dog gets grumpy and we get to pik him up and he is so cute aftr he is groomed. Also my dog names Joee because wen I am sad he comes by me and cuddles with me and I am kankful for my techr named Ms. Gaughan Because she teaches me stuf.

Name: Daniel School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

Such a nice teathcher. I am thankful for so many frends becase they all are realy nice. I am thankful for my self I like my

self. I am thankful for my school all the teathchers are realy nice.

Name: Ian School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My mom. Cuse she all ways puts me into bed. By covering me up. I am thankful for… linkon school. Cu I love school so much! I am thankful for my sister cuse she always thinks about the games to play. I am thankful for my frends cuz when my sister isint around thay always think of games to play.

Name: Keith School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My mom because she always reads books for me once I go to bed. Anather thing I am thankful for is all my food and candy because food makes you grow and candy is really good. The last thing I am thankful for is all my toys and my bunkbed because toys are very fun and my bunkbed is what I waned my intier life. The End! Name: Lily Grace School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My mom because she plans my favorit girl’s night and we wach movies. And eat popcorn! And sometimes candy! I am thankful for my Dad because he keeps me safe. He teaches me great penmanship and he plays with me and last but not least he is very funny! He tells jokes and says funny thing’s. I am thankful for my teacher Mis Gaughan. She helps us in math, play with us at resses, helps us with writing and is very nice to us to. She is the best teacher in the unuvers. What are you thankful for? The end.

Name: Ella School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My mom because she helped me learn how to ride my bike.

I am thankful for my brother because we can play together. I am thankful for my grandma because she makes the best fugde in the world. I am thankful for my dad because he takes my to the Park. I am thankful for my grandpa because we play poker together.

Name: Catherine School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My mom becuas I would not be alive. And she couldent make her great food to eat. She makes me feel special because everyones mom is diferent.

Name: Zachary School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My Mom because she makes the best pancakes ever. I am thankfull for my brother because I have him to play with. I am thankfull for food or I would be hurngy. I am thankfull for my house because I would be cold. I am thankfull for my Dad because he lets me watch TV before school. I am thankfull for my ant because she helps me with my homework. I am thankful for my school or I would not be smart.

Name: Carley Rose School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

Helping my brothr and my mom and my dad. I help my mom bake cakes. I help my dad to check on the dinos. I help my brathr learn ABC’s and 123’s. That is what I am thankful for.

Name: Tripp School: Lincoln I am thankful for…

My whole family because Ben make the best eggs. My mom make the best garlic brade. And my Dad make the best chikin.

My family mack me lafe.

Name: Olivia School: Lincoln

I am thankful for…

My mom becus she always gets me vaery good presents for my birthday. She also makes me rely good meals, so I love her.

I am thankful for for my bruthers to becus thay pay games with me and make me laugh even thow they can be mean sum times.

Name: Owen School: Lincoln

I am thankful for…

My grandma because she takes me to the movies to see relly funny and spooke movies. She also takes my to plays in the City. I am thankful for my mom too because she sometimes comes with us to th city. My mom makes the best cookies.

Name: Keaton School: Lincoln

I am thankful for…

Having many friends. I am a new student in elmhust and I have many friends I am thankful for having my family bekas they take care of me. I am thankful for my mom bekus my mom makes the best cheese cake ever.

Name: Jonah School: Lincoln

I am thankful for…

My toys. I am thankful for my house because I have a pretty house. I am thankful for my trampileen because I have a spring free trampileen. I am thankful for my backyerd because my backyerd is pretty. I am thankful for my family because they are ice. I am thankful for my school because my school is amasing and I have the best techers. I am thankful for my self because I love my self. I am thankful for my dog and my cat because I love them. I am thankful for my slopycopy because it is fun. I am thankful for my friends because I have a lot of friends and a lot of friends live next to me. I am thankful for my bed because my bed is fun. I am thankful for my TV because ther are good shows.

Name: Wyatt School: Lincoln

I am thankful for…

My family because they care for me, help me when I get hurt and my mom bakes the best chocklet chip cookies in the whole intire world! I like them best warm and fresh. I am thankful for my house, me and my family’s helthy food, and a bed to sleep in. My bed has a canipe. A canipe is something that hangs over your bed. Mine is purple.

Name: Elsie School: Lincoln

I am thankful for…

My mom because she make’s the best pumpkin bred ever.

And my dad just watchis the tv because he love’s sport’s. And my sister love’s shopkin’s because it’s her favorit toy. And that is what I am thankful for.

Name: Donna School: Lincoln

I am thankful for….

Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks. I am thankful for my family. My mom would give me hugs and my sister would make me laugh. My pets, Rapunzel and Snowflake, make me feel thankful because Rapunzel would act lazy and Snowflake would cheer me up when I’m sad. I am really thankful for God. He gave me the best life ever. My awesome teacher, Mrs. Heraty, would let my class play awesome activities in indoor recess. I’m extra thankful for electricity. I love playing Minecraft on iPad and listening to music on Alexa. I am so thankful for our wildlife. I like our wildlife because without wildlife we wouldn’t have beautiful flowers around. The army is really special to me; I would not like it if a different country takes over! I am also thankful for BandAids. With all our injuries we would be bright red if we couldn’t cover all our sores. I love Oberweis ice cream. I love their sorbets, I am very thankful for ice cream. I can always be thankful for chocolate is my favorite treat. Chocolate is my favorite treat.

This is what I am thankful for this Thanksgiving.

Name: Jocelyn School: Lincoln

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I am thankful for...

I am thankful for….

I am thankful for my family. I love my family and they give me kisses and hug to. I’m thankful for my soccer coach. He teaches me how to dribble and kick the ball. I’m thankful for my teacher. She teaches me lots of things like math and how to count coins. I am also thankful for my grandma. She draws pictures with me and plays games with me too. I am thankful for my birthday. I love my birthday because I get presents from my aunts and cousins. I am glad I have friends. They play tag and 4 square with me. They play with me. We have fun together too. I am thankful as well for electricity. Electricity gives us light and lets us watch movies. I am thankful for my cousins. It is fun to play with them on my iPad. We play a fun game called Mario Cart. These are the things I am thankful for this Thanksgiving.

Name: Elsa School: Lincoln I am thankful for….

My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. All of my grandparents come over to celebrate. I am thankful for the delicious food my mom makes. I love my mom’s chocolate chip cookies and my dad’s grilled cheese sandwiches. I am thankful for my family for the army. It protects our country and our president.

I am thankful for so many things in my life.

Name: Ryan School: Lincoln I am thankful for….

Do you know what you’re thankful for? I’m thankful for soccer, my family and my dogs. I love my family. It is fun having game night with mom and dad. We play games like Sorry and Guess Who. My family likes to go to the water park together like the Great Wolf Lodge. I’m thankful for soccer. I love to dribble the ball and try to score goals. I’m thankful for my dogs Nico, Audrey, and December. I love them so much especially when they are very nice dogs. We play with them outside and inside. They love to play tag and chase us and play catch. This is what I am thankful for this Thanksgiving.

Name: Grace School: Lincoln I am thankful for….

Thanksgiving is a time when you are thankful for all the wonderful people in your life. I am thankful for my mom and dad. We like to play board games like Sorry and watch TV together. I am thankful for my friends. I love playing with them. We like to play Minecraft on Xbox together. I am thankful for electricity. It is fun to play a game called Crash King on my iPad. I would go crazy if I didn’t have electricity and I couldn’t play video games. I really love my cats. They always lay on me and I pet them which makes them purr and snore.

I am thankful for food. My favorite food is veggie ships. I am thankful for holidays. I love Halloween and Christmas. I am thankful for my soccer coach. He is a really good soccer coach. He does fun drills like Touch Throw to practice throw ins. Thanksgiving rocks!

Name: Sophie School: Lincoln I am thankful for….

I am so happy it is Thanksgiving! I am thankful for wildlife it is so peaceful and it is filled with wonderful things like animals, especially cheetahs. I am thankful for my teacher.

Mrs. Hearty she has helped me in math telling time and counting coins. I am also thankful for my family. They help me so much with homework and keep me safe. I love them and love to go out to eat with them at Portillos. What are you thankful for this year?

Name: Chloe School Lincoln I am thankful for….

Happy Thanksgiving! This Thanksgiving I’m thankful for my pet. His name is Rowdey. I have lots of fun playing with my pet and we sleep together. Next, I am thankful for my parents because we go bowling together. I always get a strike when I go bowling. I am thankful for God because he made this world and he makes my heart shine. Then I’m thankful for my cousin Mikayla. She’s my best friend I love her. We play make believe together. I’m thankful for my grandma. She makes me delicious chocolate chip cookies. Finally, I am thankful for shelter. If we didn’t have shelter we would not have a bed to sleep in. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Name: Gianna School: Lincoln I am thankful for….

What are you thankful for this year? I’m thankful for my friends. I can play with them and not get bored. We also invite each other to our birthday parties. It is fun to play pie face on our play dates. This year I am also thankful for my house. In the winter it keeps my family warm. It also helps us stay safe in tornadoes and storms. Finally I am thankful for my clothes.

If we had no clothes we could not go out of the house. If you didn’t have clothes you couldn’t go anywhere you would have to stay at home. I love Thanksgiving to be with my family and eat turkey and talk about what we are thankful for.

Name: Lucy School: Lincoln I am thankful for….

Are you thankful for something on Thanksgiving? Well I am.

I am thankful for my parents. They play games like tag with me. I am thankful for Mrs. Heraty. She helps me learn hard math problems like counting back change. I am thankful for Thanksgiving. The news reporters might put our class writing into the newspaper listing what we are thankful for. It would be fun to be in the newspaper. That’s why I love Thanksgiving.

Name: Thomas School: Lincoln I am thankful for….

Thanksgiving is a time for being thankful. I’m thankful for my family. Every weekend my family and I have a family movie night. I’m thankful for the military. They defend us from other countries. I’m thankful for my friends. I like to play basketball with them at recess. I’m thankful for my house.

If I didn’t have a house then I’d have to live on the streets. That would be awful. What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?

Name: Colin School: Lincoln I am thankful for….

Thanksgiving is an awesome holiday! This Thanksgiving I am thankful for my family. I am thankful for them because they take care of me when I am hurt. They also cook all sorts of yummy food for me. I love my family because they love me back. They make me feel better (like hugging me) when I am sad. I am also thankful for other things like water. We

can’t live without water! Water helps us stay healthy, so does nutritious food. Water helps you stay strong when you are sick. Water also makes life grow! They help tadpoles grow into frogs and many more animals! I am thankful for one last thing. My teacher Mrs. Heraty! She helps us learn new things.

One day she will help us learn to write in cursive. I am excited for Thanksgiving to come!

Name: Wileinne School: Lincoln

I am thankful for….

Are you ready for Thanksgiving? I am! I am thankful for my mom and dad. Every Friday we like to play games like Uno. I am also thankful for my dog Oliver. We play ball on the weekends. I throw the ball and he runs to get it and brings it back to me. Finally I’m thankful for electricity. It gives us light so we can read. Reading is fun. I love Thanksgiving because I have so much to be thankful for. I love to be with my family and friends to celebrate.

Name: Quinn School: Lincoln

I am thankful for….

Have you ever been thankful on Thanksgiving Day? I have.

I am very grateful for my family. I like to go skiing in Colorado with them. I am thankful for electricity to. It gives us light when we need to see. I am grateful for my teacher, Mrs. Heraty. I think she is very smart and she teaches me how to go back to a story to find answers. I am also thankful for my friends. They always play 4 square with me at recess. Hope you all have a Happy Thanksgiving being thankful!

Name: Margo School Lincoln

I am thankful for….

I am thankful for my family. I love it when we go on family vacations like Disney World together. I am thankful for my cat Ruby. I love it when she snuggles up with me. I am thankful for the trees. The trees help us breath. I am thankful for my teachers Mrs. Heraty and Mrs. O’Conner. They help me learn to read better and learn new things like telling time to the 5 minutes. I am thankful for my classmates. All of my classmates are my friends. We play 4 square at recess together.

That’s what I am thankful for this year.

Name: Kate School: Lincoln

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Hospital’s public safety officer recognized with Walk the Talk award

By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

According to a release issued by Edward Elmhurst Health, a local public safety supervisor is one of 11 “Walk the Talk” award winners recognized by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Midwest Chapter of Certified Instructors of the Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® training for “his commitment to the care, welfare, safety and security of all patients and staff at his hospital.”

Commander Brett Snopek is a supervisor in Public Safety at Elmhurst Hospital, responsible for six other officers. Snopek serves as a resource for charge nurses and team leaders to assist with any disturbances or de-escalation situ-

ations. He has been with Elmhurst Hospital for about 18 years and continues to learn how to incorporate our philosophies in his daily performance.

Commander Snopek was nominated by Deputy Chief Kimberly Urbanek.

“Brett does a wonderful job of being able to create positive experiences, even while completing his necessary job duties,” said Urbanek. “Brett embodies the philosophy of Care, Welfare, Safety, and Security every day, which is how he is able to be so successful.”

The 11 nominees were recognized at a special event held by the chapter on Wednesday, November 9, 2016.

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Pictured is Public Safety Supervisor Brett Snopek (center) for Elmhurst Hospital, who was recently presented with the Crisis Prevention Institute’s “Walk the Talk” award. Also pictured are (from left): John Heiderscheidt, Midwest Chapter of Certified Crisis Prevention Instructors and Kimberly Urbanek, BA, NREMTP, Deputy Chief/Manager, Public Safety, Elmhurst Hospital.

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Realty office accepts Toys For Tots Donations Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group’s offices have had a long tradition of serving as collection sites for Toys for Tots. The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation collects new, unwrapped

toys each year and delivers them to less fortunate children. The company’s Elmhurst office at 210 N. York Street, #101, will serve as a drop-off site until December 9.

“Toys for Tots is a program that

we are thrilled to support,” said Pat Wargowski, vice president and managing broker of the firm’s local office. “Our community is so generous with their time, talents and resources

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Illinois Chamber opposes business tax increases

By Dee Longfellow

FOR THE INDEPENDENT

According to a release from the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the Illinois Chamber of Commerce is working in opposition to an Amendment to HB293, which could increase taxes on employers throughout the state of Illinois by more than $2.5 billion.

On the afternoon of Tuesday, November 15, the House Revenue Committee held a hearing on House Amendment 1 to HB 293.

Keith Staats, executive director of the Illinois Chamber’s Tax Institute, spoke in opposition to the amendment at the hearing. According to the release, the amendment consists of a series of changes to the Illinois Income Tax Act, sales tax laws, and the estate tax, which will impose new financial burdens to businesses in Illinois.

According to Staats, the amendment provisions include: • increasing the corporate income tax rate to 6%; • eliminating the rolling stock exemption from the sales tax for purchases of transportation equipment; • eliminating the Manufacturing Machinery Equipment Exemption; • changing how the income of multi-state companies is apportioned to Illinois; • decoupling from the federal domestic production activities deduction; and • imposing higher income tax burdens on the airline industry.

“All of these examples and many other provisions of the bill would, if adopted, provide incentives for businesses and their employees to leave Illinois and disincentives for Illinois business expansion,” Staats said.

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For all the marbles IC Catholic Prep football team defeats Monticello to reach Class 3A state title game; Rowell rushes for 302 yards

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

It’s on to Champaign.

The IC Catholic Prep football team defeated Monticello 48-6 in a Class 3A state semifinal football game played on Saturday, Nov. 19 in Monticello.

The victory sends unbeaten IC Catholic Prep (13-0) to the Class 3A state-championship game Friday at 4 p.m. against Carlinville. The game will be televised live on CSN Chicago.

The Knights are looking for their third state championship since 2002.

The 2002 team went 13-1 and won the title under coach Bob Cozzi, while the 2008 team went 10-4 and won the title under coach Bill Schmidt.

The Knights reached the state semifinals last season.

Carlinville is the No. 4 seed on the bottom half of the Class 3A bracket and is 12-1. The Knights are the top seed in the top portion of the bracket. Carlinville downed No. 3 seed Virden North Mac 27-21 in the other semifinal.

In the win against Monticello, coach Bill Krefft’s Knights turned up the volume on their rushing game to another level. The Knights ran for 516 yards on the ground on 61 carries (8.5 yards per carry).

Northern Illinois Universitybound Jordan Rowell ran 31 times for 302 yards (9.7 yards per carry) and scored four touchdowns.

Rowell has now run for 2,025 yards on only 153 carries this season (13.2 yards per carry) and has 34 rushing touchdowns. The Knights have 63 rushing touchdowns this season.

Junior Lazerick Eatman ran 21 times for 160 yards and averaged 7.6 yards per carry. Daniel Gibbons and Jacob Lytton also scored rushing touchdowns.

Luke Ricobene completed seven of 11 passes for 79 yards and one touchdown. Matt Sutton caught a 15-yard touchdown pass, while Khali Sanders had two catches for 12 yards. Brendan Russ had one catch for 18 yards. Eatman had one catch for 16 yards. Khalil Saunders had one catch for 11 yards and Luke Calles had a 7-yard catch.

The Knights needed to make only 49 tackles in the game. Chris Johnson had nine tackles. Jim Kenneally and Kemon Reese each had six tackles. Eatman had four tackles.

Ryan Malek and Sutton each had an interception. Eatman and Rowell each had pass deflections and Johnson and Saunders each had a fumble recovery. Sam Buffo kicked six extra points.

Week 14 Preview Carlinville (12-1) vs. IC Catholic Prep (13-0) What: Class 3A state football championship game When: Friday, 4 p.m.

Where: Memorial Stadium on the grounds of the University of Illinois in Champaign.

Television: CSN Chicago at 4 p.m.

Seeds: Carlinville is the No. 4 seed on the bottom half of the Class 3A bracket; IC Catholic Prep is the No. 1 seed.

Outlook: The IC Catholic Prep football steamroller stops in Champaign Friday in hopes of claiming the school’s third state football championship. The Knights have been impressive in their four playoff victories—49-8, 65-0, 48-14 and 48-6 against teams with a combined 37-5 record at the time they played IC Catholic Prep in the playoffs.

Standout running back Jordan Rowell went over the 2,000 rushing yard mark in the semifinal win against Monticello. The Knights are averaging 10.4 yards per carry on the ground and have 63 rushing touchdowns.

Quarterback Luke Ricobene had 2,247 passing yards and has thrown 27 touchdown passes. In the takeaways department the Knights have only had nine turnovers and have 38 takeaways for an impressive plus-29.

Who is this Carlinville team? The Cavaliers play in the South Central Conference where it finished in a three-way tie for first place. Its only loss was a 25-23 setback to co-champion Pana in the fourth game of the season. During the regular season, Carlinville played only three teams with winning records and went 2-1. Carlinville has given up 19, 35, 21 and 21 points in their four playoff games. Conversely, IC Catholic Prep hasn’t given up more than two touchdowns in a game in 11 weeks and have held 10 opponents to nine or fewer points. The Knights also haven’t scored fewer than 40 points since the first week of the season when it shutdown Bishop McNamara 34-0.

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York junior Danielle Dennis drives the lane against Prospect during the Dukes 53-42 victory over the Knights on Tuesday, Nov. 15. The victory helped York go 3-1 in its own Thanksgiving Tournament.

Dennis was named to the all-tournament team.

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Doing it all

Senior Matt Sutton contributes in many key ways for the IC Catholic Prep football team

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

IC Catholic Prep senior Matt Sutton has a full schedule when he steps on the football field.

Sutton, a key component to a Knights team that has enjoyed tremendous success this season, plays wide receiver on offense, safety on defense and has an active role on numerous special teams units.

“We pride ourselves in staying conditioned in the program,” said Sutton. “Staying in condition all the time makes sure we keep our wind throughout the year. I love being able to compete every play. It’s something unique. It’s the way small-school football is. You get to play both ways.”

Heading into the semifinals, Sutton had 27 catches for 517 yards and six touchdowns. He also had a rushing touchdown for seven total touchdowns. He was averaging 19.1 yards per catch. On defense, Sutton had 63 tackles, six pass deflections and one interception. He also had 10 punt returns for 152 yards (15.2 per return).

“I don’t think I would ever change this,” said Sutton. “I love being out there whenever I can. Wherever they want to put me, I love it.”

Sutton has been starting at safety since his sophomore year. “I’ve worked a lot at wide receiver to improve my speed and my hands. That’s really helped me this year.”

Sutton also enjoys being a captain on the team. “I love pushing my teammates and helping them,” he said. “It’s very cool seeing the younger kids get better. It’s a privilege to have the title as captain.”

Sutton also plays basketball and baseball at IC Catholic Prep. “It’s all about time management,” he said. “I set a schedule for the week and make sure I do my homework. Sometimes I don’t get as much sleep as I would like. It’s a sacrifice you make so you can participate in three sports. I wouldn’t have it any other way. I love playing three sports.”

So what about a favorite sport? “I can’t choose. It’s whatever is in season. That’s my favorite. Right now it’s football and soon it will be basketball,” he said.

Sutton is having a blast on another outstanding IC Catholic Prep football team.

“It’s been really special,” he said. “Since the winter in the off-season we’ve been training knowing we would have a special team. There’s nothing like the team I’m on right now. There is such great chemistry. We get along so well and we have a blast.”

Sutton added the Knights, while talent-heavy, have never lost sight of one goal.

“We keep working hard,” he said. “We know we have great competition we play against every week. We have to focus on ourselves. It’s great that we put up great performances, but we keep working hard and we use that as motivation as to just how good we can get. We’ve seen the results of our work.”

Sutton said the team has benefitted from not only school but community support. “It’s been really awesome seeing the community come out and support us,” he said. “It’s nice to know the school and our community has our back. It’s nice to play in front of our fans on our home field.”

Sutton said he most likely will not play sports in college and will focus on studying business. He lauded IC Catholic Prep for playing a huge part in his development over the last four years.

“I’ve learned a lot in four years and that’s a credit to IC’s staff and teachers,” he said. “IC has prepared me well for college.”

York girls swimming team competes at state meet 400 relay team finishes 25th

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York girls swimming team was busy at the opening day of the IHSA state finals meet at Evanston Township High School.

York’s 400 relay team took 25th in the state with a time of 3:38.54.

That team included senior Sarah Lewand, freshman Amanda Polach, junior Meghan Quinn and senior Ailie Orzak.

York’s 200 relay team placed 33rd

in the state with a time of 1:40.27. That group included Lewand, Orzak, junior Quinn and senior Winona Asher.

Dukes’ freshman Moleigh Waldherr was 42nd in the state in the breaststroke with a time of 1:08.61, which was better than her 1:09.00 seed time.

In the diving competition, York sophomore Birgitte Kammerdiener took 19th with 173.60 points in the preliminaries and did not advance to the semifinals. Senior Katie Fischer took 36th with 158.95 points in the preliminaries.

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York girls basketball team ready to start new era

New coach Ely likes team’s strong leadership heading into the season

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Yes, the York girls basketball team has talent.

But new coach Maggie Ely is equally excited about the leadership she’s seen from her underclassdominated group (8 juniors and a sophomore).

“I love the leadership of the girls,” she said. “They truly all have different facets of leadership. They all are unique, but it all comes together nicely.”

Talent-wise, the Dukes have some familiar names ready to help the team take things to the next level.

Ely’s likely starting lineup going into the first game included senior guard Jaclyn Saco (5-5), junior guard-post Danielle Dennis (5-9), junior guard-post Caylin Rufus (60), junior guard Madison Park (5-8) and senior post Jenna Dvorak (510).

Other key contributors include sophomore Kathleen Levins (510, post), senior guard-post Erin Strauss (5-6) and junior forward Lauren Viola (5-10). Levins played

on the varsity as a freshman.

“These girls have been playing together for years,” said Ely. “They all love playing with each other.

They are phenomenal competitors who want to come out and compete and play the best they can. That makes my job so much easier when I get to coach a bunch of athletes who are really great competitors.”

Ely said the Dukes will excel on the defensive end. “They love defense,” she said. “They will be active. They thrive on defense and love it even more than the offensive end. They take a lot of pride in their defensive game.”

Ely noted on offense the Dukes will rely on a motion concept.

“We’ll run a lot of motion and that’s fun to watch with this group,” she said. “Sam (assistant coach Arnold) and I give them the freedom to lean on their skills. We are getting better offensively but we still have a long way to go. But we are a lot further along than we were when we first started and that’s also fun to watch as a coach.”

Ely has zero complaints about her first year as coach thus far.

“They are wonderful girls,” she said. “I couldn’t ask for a better team. I know change is difficult and especially when we’re on a time clock like we’ve been. They have embraced the entire transition and have come to us with open arms and that’s a reflection of the leadership

“

They are phenomenal competitors who want to come out and compete and play the best they can. That makes my job so much easier when I get to coach a bunch of athletes who are really great competitors.”

–Maggie Ely, York girls basketball coach

we have on this team. They bought in wholeheartedly. It’s been great.”

York opened the season with a pair of wins over Niles West and Prospect in its own York Thanksgiving tournament.

“I liked our defense,” said Ely of the first two games. “Even when the offense was crazy, which it will be at times, the girls fell back to their fundamentals on defense and they had fun doing it. Every girl was involved. We have a lot of selfless teammates. I’ve been very impressed with their maturity.”

Timothy Christian girls basketball team gets off to solid start Trojans win two of first three games

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian girls basketball team kicked its season off on a strong note with two wins in its first three contests.

In a 42-31 victory over Aurora Christian, Tyra Hopson led a balanced effort with 10 points. Ava Venema added nine points and 20 rebounds. Heidi Westra added seven points and six rebounds, while Jordyn Strube had five points. Olivia Schruinga added five points and five rebounds.

The Trojans made it two in a row with a convincing 53-14 win over Harvard. Venema had a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds.

Emily DeBoer had nine points.

Shayna Smits, a junior forward, had nine points and four rebounds.

Schruinga and Olivia Hoekstra each had six points and four rebounds.

Timothy then dropped a 35-23 game to Ottawa. Schruinga had seven points and four rebounds, while Allison Zeilstra had five points.

The win against Aurora Christian was the first time Timothy won

its season opener in coach Michele Strube’s tenure.

“We rebounded like crazy against Aurora Christian,” she said. “Ava was great with 20 rebounds. We have some nice height this year.

We did have 34 turnovers, so that was not good. The girls did not stop working and they hustled and played very hard and played together. We’re not going to have anybody scoring 20 points each night, but it was nice to see us have someone with 10 points, someone with nine, someone with seven and a couple girls with five points.”

Zeilstra (point guard) and Hoekstra (guard) are the team’s two returning starters. Hopson and returning senior Hope Zastrow also played last year, as did 6-2 center DeBoer.

“Tyra Hopson works as hard as anybody,” said Strube.

The team welcomed Venema back to the program for her senior season.

Venema also is a standout volleyball player who recently signed with Division I North Carolina-Ashville.

“Ava is a good athlete,” said Strube. “She is going to change the way people have to guard us. They are going to have to defend us a little differently and that is going to open things up for our guards.”

Westra and Strube both are sophomores, while Schuringa and Smits are juniors. “Heidi came off the bench and hit a nice 3 in her first game,” said Strube. “Jordyn will be a point guard with Allison and she is a good outside shooter. Olivia Schuringa is doing a really good job for us. She has a good right hand and left hand. We have good inside players and good guards. We don’t lose anything when we take somebody out.”

Strube said defense will be a key for the team moving forward. “With our height we are working on a 1-31,” she said. “We are quick and long and can rebound really well. Hopefully those rebounds will help with outlets and fast breaks this year.”

Strube is excited about the prospects of the Metro Suburban Conference Red Division this year.

“Illiana has gone to the other side of the conference and Elgin St. Edward is on our side and we don’t know a lot about them,” she said.

“We have the height and we have the guards. We have some very smart young ladies. The girls have the goal of winning the conference and doing well in regionals.”

Zeilstra and Hoekstra are the team captains.

The Elmhurst Independent / November 24, 2016 - Page 29

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York girls basketball: Tourney action

Above: Dukes junior Madison Park sets up a play. York beat Prospect 53-42.

Right: Lauren Viola gets position for a rebound. The junior helped lead York to a 3-1 tournament record.

CHRIS FOX PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent

York junior Caylin Rufus drives past a Prospect player during York’s Thanksgiving Tournament victory on Tuesday, Nov. 15.

Above: Senior Jenna Dvorak goes in for a lay-up. York took third place in their own tournament.

Left: Kathleen Levins, a sophomore, at the free-throw line.

Right: York Dukes senior Erin Strauss follows through on a shot.

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The right mix

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep boys basketball team might have a lot of new faces on the varsity this season, but those players are anything but unfamiliar to the coaching staff.

The Knights, who went 13-15 overall last year and 3-9 in Metro Suburban Conference Gold Division play, are combining their four returning players with a host of newcomers that were part of last year’s sophomore team that went 26-2.

“We kept last year’s sophomore class together and brought a few of them up late in the year,” said IC Catholic Prep coach TJ Tyrrell, who sports a 73-42 record in his four years at the helm. “That class brings a lot of optimism and chemistry.”

Back for the Knights are seniors Austin Reed (6-3, G), Matt Sutton

(5-9, G), Tony Gaudio (6-2, F) and Galvin Gescey (6-0, F). Reed is a three-year starter.

Newcomers to the group include juniors Amari Reed (6-3), Kevin Cheng (5-11), Alex Meurer (6-2), Luke Ricobene (5-11), Dylan Packer (6-1), Nico Gaudio (6-1), Griffin Eichorn (5-8), Pat Shannon (5-8), Jared Bon (5-7) and Kris Askew (5-9). Ricobene, Sutton and Packer, as of press time, had not joined the team due to being part of the IC Catholic Prep football team that advanced deep in the postseason.

Standout running back Jordan Rowell, headed to Northern Illinois University on a football scholarship, Is not playing this year but likely will be a team manager and remain part of the team.

“We are extremely deep,” said Tyrrell. “We don’t have a lot of size

IC Catholic Prep boys basketball team excited about mix of varsity veterans and talented newcomers

in the post. We’re very balanced, we’re athletic and we’re smart. The kids play extremely hard. It’s a fun group to watch.”

Tyrrell said that depth will come in handy on the defensive end. “We should be able to sub quite often,” he said. “We’ll have fresh legs out there and will pressure full court and continue to be aggressive. We’ll play some man-to-man. We lack some size in the post, so we’ll have to play good defense and get help and be very vocal on the court. It has to be five guys working together and working hard on defense. We have a smart team that will do that.”

Tyrrell has been impressed with how quickly the veterans and newcomers have meshed together. “Practices thus far have been outstanding to start the season,” he said. “They have come together quickly with

team camaraderie. They are pushing each other. Even though the different classes are coming together, a lot of these guys played together when the seniors were sophomores and they won 24 games that year and then they had success the next year. We’re hoping it will translate here again with how quickly they are building chemistry.”

Tyrrell saw positives with this group over the summer. “We had a strong summer,” he said. “The guys came in focused and were receptive to everything we were teaching them. I’m excited to see what we have here.”

The Knights again are in the larger-enrollment division of the Metro Suburban Conference. “RiversideBrookfield has won the conference many years in a row,” said Tyrrell.

“We’ve had a change this year with

Illiana Christian coming from the other side. That will be a new foe we’ve never played before. Glenbard South usually is competitive and Aurora Central Catholic was tough last year. Even though we are a young team we expect to compete for the conference championship and beyond.”

The Knights opened the season earlier this week in the Coal City tournament where it was scheduled to face the likes of Coal City, Peotone and Beecher off the bat.

“We like the fact we’re playing some new teams we’ve never seen before” said Tyrrell. “And these are Class 2A teams that we could possibly see in the playoffs.”

The Knights also will host a Class 2A regional this year. “We’re excited about that,” said Tyrrell of the postseason assignment.

York boys basketball team has best of both worlds Dukes return talented performers and welcome additional talented players to fold

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York boys basketball team had a solid foundation to start with coming off last season.

The Dukes had sophomore Nick Kosich (6-1, G), along with veterans Nick Trapani (6-2, G, Sr.) and Jordan Gray (6-5, F, Sr.) coming back, as well as Angelo Martucci (6-0, G), who now is a junior.

“Those guys played quite a bit for us,” said York coach Vince Doran.

Now, the Dukes are supplementing those returners with a host of newcomers, including three additional sophomores. The entire ball of wax has Doran excited about the 2016-2017 season.

In addition to 10th grader Kosich, classmates Erik Cohn (61, G, brother of former York standout David Cohn), Mike Pedote (511, G) and Sam Walsh (6-5, F) are making the leap to the big club.

“All the sophomores are going to play. They all are pretty talented kids,” said Doran. “They complement each other really well. Eric is more of an off-guard and an athletic player. Nick is more of a combotype guard. Mike Pedote is going to be good and Sam is a big kid.

We’ll have four sophomores in our

top seven. There will be a little learning curve there, but it’s exciting. These kids have high ceilings. Our sophomore class overall is very talented and those four are the most talented. We’re doing this not out of necessity but because they are really talented players.

We’re trying to take a little more time here because we are throwing a lot at them, but they have done a great job absorbing stuff. We had the summer to work with them so we knew where we are at and we’re pleased where we are at now compared to where we were in the summer. These guys have bright futures.”

But Doran said York’s success also will hinge heavily on its trusted senior contingent. “We

expect to be led by the seniors,” he said. “Nick Trapani and Jordan Gray have much bigger roles this season. They are looking forward to the chance to be leaders on and off the floor. We’re excited to see them grow.”

Doran has seen growth on both sides of the ball. “We are much better offensively and we’ve improved defensively but we still have a little way to go there. I think we can score with a number of guys. We have guys who can shoot it well. The question is where we are at defensively. We have to block out and limit our opponents to one possession. At the end of the year last season we were so good defensively. We want to get to that level again. It’s certainly very pos-

sible, but it’s going to be a challenge at first with so many new kids playing. It’s something we are working hard to achieve.”

Doran says the West Suburban Conference Silver Division will be as competitive as ever. “I expect the league to be good again,” he said. “Oak Park probably has the most talent and Lyons will be much better. Downers North should be better and Glenbard West is going to be balanced again. I think even as talented as Oak Park is, on any given night any team can beat you if you are not ready to play.”

York opened the season at the Palatine tournament earlier this week. York’s first home game of the season is Dec. 10 against West Aurora.

Timothy Christian boys basketball team ready to roll CORRESPONDENT

While the Timothy Christian boys basketball team graduated seven players, including four starters, ninth-year head coach Jack LeGrand is far from waving a white flag.

Instead, LeGrand is excited about the group he has this season, led by three-year varsity player Joey Davidson. The 6-2 senior averaged 14.6 points and 4.5 rebounds a year ago.

“Joey is our leader,” said LeGrand. “He does a good job. He’s our captain and shows strong leadership.”

Seniors Jonny Strube, (6-3), Trayvon Williams (5-4), Jon Hoekstra (5-11) and Nick Tameling (6-3) also return. Strube averaged 7.5 points and 3.8 rebounds, while shooting 40 percent from the 3-point line last year. Williams averaged 4.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists.

“Jonny and Trayvon got good minutes on the varsity last year and we’re excited for them to get at it again,” said LeGrand. “Nick gives us some good muscle on the boards.”

Newcomers to the team include juniors Jimmy Allen (5-11), Nick

Huisman (6-6), Ty Merrick (6-2), Brandon Orange (6-6), Michael Thomas (6-0), Graham Loughead (6-1) and Shakir Sharpe (5-11).

Huisman and Orange will help Timothy inside.

“Brandon is really good around the basket and Nick also is doing a good job,” he said. “They will help us around the rim.”

Thomas, Merrick and Allen will aid the Trojans’ guard play.

Loughead and Sharpe round out the list of newcomers.

“This entire junior group had some good years at the lower levels,” said LeGrand. “We kept them together and now it’s their time to put it together at the varsity level along with our returning players.

I’m excited about this group. We have decent depth so we’ll be able to run different combinations out there.

We’ll be fine on defense because we have different options. We have big guys and we also have a lot of quickness. On offense, I think we’ll protect the ball pretty well and we’ll see how the guys rebound at the varsity level. We hope that will get our transition game going.

“There’s a lot of potential here.

Guys are chomping at the bit to play varsity basketball. We’re having a lot of fun with these guys.,” he said.

LeGrand saw a lot of progress with this group during the summer season. “Our success will be determined by how quickly the team meshes together,” he said. “We gained valuable experience this summer playing against strong competition from schools with larger enrollments. A real strength from the summer is our ability to share the basketball.”

LeGrand noted Chicago Christian is the defending Metro Suburban Conference Red Division champion. “Every team has a really good player,” he said. “All the teams are solid so there should be a good mix of games. We want to compete for the conference championship and we know we’ll have to bring it every night. The guys are excited for the challenge.”

Timothy opened the season earlier this week at the Lisle tournament.

The Trojans first conference game is against defending champion Chicago Christian.

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While the IC Catholic Prep girls basketball team returns a good amount of experience, it will have a different look this season.

The Knights lost height from last year’s team that went 12-18 overall, but in its place is an abundance of quickness.

“We do have good experience,” said second-year Knights coach Kelsey James. “It’s a different team this year. We lost all that height, but we’ve adjusted and are playing a smaller game. Our speed is going to be a big strength. By losing the height, in its place are a lot of quick guards.”

Back for James are program veterans Claire Gibler (5-10, G-F, Jr.) and Tess Reardon (5-9, G-F, Sr.), along with Sophie Zanoni (5-5, G, Jr.), Jaida Smith (5-5, G, Soph.), Josie Lytton (5-7, G-F, Jr.) and Demtra DelFiacco (5-5, G, Sr.).

Newcomers to this year’s squad include Katie Hendricks (5-10, F-C, Sr.), Rochelle Spizzirri (5-8, F, Jr.), Domenica Flores (5-10, F-C, Jr.), Olivia Morgan (5-5, G, Jr.), Gabi Zanoni (5-7, G-F, Fresh.) and Melissa Reyes (5-8, F, Sr.). Hendricks played in the program as a sophomore.

One staple that does return in abundance for the Knights is a strong de-

fensive presence.

“On defense we’re going to go with a more aggressive look,” said James.

“We’ve added a 1-3-1 to our defensive plans. What we want to try and do is make teams work harder on offense.”

The Knights also will benefit from the presence and leadership of Reardon and Gilbler.

“Tess has been on the varsity for awhile and knows what to get out of the girls,” said James. “She pushes them to strive for the best. That’s all you can ask for from a captain. Claire has been on the team since her freshman year. She’s another captain and has a good way of talking to the girls and getting them to play at their best.”

James is excited about the potential her group has. “We know we have a tough first couple games,” she said.

“We are going to have to adjust to not having the 6-foot post players to feed the ball into. We have good shooters and we’re going to look to be more of an attacking team and take teams to the basket. And on the defensive end we have girls who are willing to work very hard.”

The Knights opened the season at their own Thanksgiving tournament that also included Westmont, Kanelane, Nazareth, Evergreen Park, Elmwood Park, Luther North and Regina.

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Music Sunday to feature voice, handbell choirs The following Sunday, December 11 at 10 a.m., Bethel offers its annual Christmas Music Sunday, when the adult voice and handbell choirs, along with soloists, present a morning of wonderful traditional and contemporary Advent and Christmas songs, a highlight of the Advent season at Bethel. This year’s program, “Magnificat,” features pieces by both classical and contemporary composers.

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Community Calendar November 26 - December 8 H Pick of the week H the Elmhurst event NOT TO BE MISSED! Saturday, Nov. 26 Elmhurst City Centre Tree Lighting

From 5-7 p.m., the holiday shopping season kicks off in Elmhurst City Centre. Santa will arrive via an Elmhurst Fire Truck and will help Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley light the tree in the fountain plaza.

There will be holiday music and treats for the kids. The first 200 adults (18+) to check into the City Centre Office at 5 p.m. get a free $5 gift certificate (good on November 26th only). Bring the family (and your camera) for free photo-ops with Santa!Visit elmhurstcitycentre.org for more information.

Thursday, Nov. 24—Happy Thanksgiving!

• The annual Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot steps off at 9 a.m. Registration is still available. For more information, visit dangibbonsturkeytrot. com.

• Beginning at 12 noon on Thanksgiving Day, area residents are invited to a complimentary turkey feast at the 23rd Elmhurst Thanksgiving Dinner, co-hosted by the Elmhurst Rotary Club and Diplomat West Banquets, located at 681 W. North Avenue near Route 83. The event is open to the whole community.

Sunday, Nov. 27 From 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Knights of Columbus, located on York St., near Vallette, is holding a blood drive by LifeSource. There will also be free cholesterol testing and free blood typing. Each donor will also receive a free T-Shirt. Remember to eat well, stay hydrated, bring along a photo ID and wear something that offers easy access to your arm.

Monday, Nov. 28 From 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. the York Music Boosters is hosting a fundraiser at Barnes & Noble near Oakbrook Center, where a portion of purchases that evening will donated by to the Boosters, who provide music scholarships and other things which enhance the music program at York. If you cannot stop by to shop

that evening, you can still contribute by logging on to BN.com/bookfairs and enter ID #11864642 at checkout.

Tuesday, Nov. 29 Beginning at 7 p.m., the Elmhurst Commission on Youth, District 205 PTA Council and D205 Foundation, present former NBA player Chris Herren at a community event in the Campbell (Green and White) Gym at York High School. Herren will share how drug addiction cut short his career with the NBA and will offer strategies to handle the pressures faced by today’s teens. Includes informational tables. Free and open to the public.

pital (EMH) Foundation will host its 40th Annual Reindeer Route Housewalk featuring five homes in Elmhurst and one in Oak Brook, decorated for the holidays by local florists. Homes are open for tours from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and from 6-9 p.m. Tickets: $30 available in advance at the EMH Foundation office at Elmhurst Hospital; Pink Elephant Resale Shop; Wild Rose Floral, Elmhurst Hospital; Carousel Flowers; Phillip’s Flowers; Uptown Shop; Blossoms of Lombard and Shamrock Garden Florist, Lombard. On the day of the Housewalk, tickets can be purchased for $35 at any of the featured homes.

• From 7-8:15 p.m., the Elmhurst History Museum presents a Jolly Old St. Nicholas Concert at Yorkfield Presbyterian Church, 1099 S. York St. Celebrate Elmhurst’s German roots with Christmas carols, a visit from St. Nicholas, hot cocoa, sweet treats and much more. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas! All ages welcome, reservations required. Visit elmhursthistory. org and click on the Special Events or call 630-833-1457.

Wednesday, Dec. 7 From 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., the

Elmhurst History Museum is hosting Marion Mahony Griffin in Frank Lloyd Wright’s Studio and Wasmuth Portfolio Viewing. Event will take place rain or shine and some walking is required. Please bring snack and water for bus ride home. The tour is $30 for EHF members, $35 for non-members and begins and ends at the History Museum at 120 E. Park Avenue. For reservations, visit elmhursthistory.org (Adult Programs section) or bpt.me/2697836 or call 630-530-6879.

Thursday, Dec. 8 From 5:30-8 p.m., the Elmhurst Park District will host its annual Old-Fashioned Tree-lighting in Wilder Park. Groups, clubs, organizations, Scout troops and neighborhoods gather to sponsor and decorate one of the trees that will encircle the park that evening.

There will be musical entertainment in the band shell, hot chocolate and other refreshments, a chance to meet Santa, who usually brings along one or two of his reindeer.

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Ongoing programs: • Currently on display through March 12, 2017, the Elmhurst Historical Museum presents “In Her

Own Right: Marion Mahony Griffin. More than a talented artist and architect: Griffin was the backbone of the Prairie School of Architecture who brought the work of many more famous architects to life—including her husband, Walter Burley Griffin, and the inimitable genius Frank Lloyd Wright. This biographical exhibit explores her life, her work, and her legacy.

• A support group for family caregivers of older adults meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Library’s second floor study room. (Not an Elmhurst Library program.) Info: (630) 8339665.

• The Elmhurst American Legion, T.H.B. Post No. 187, hosts a fish fry every Friday night from 6-8:30 p.m.

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Conroy encourages residents to shop local this holiday season With the advent of the holiday season, state Rep. Deb Conroy, DVilla Park, is encouraging residents to take their holiday gift lists to locally owned businesses and take part in Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 26.

“Small businesses are the backbone of a thriving community,” Conroy said. “Investing in our locally owned businesses creates stronger communities and propels our economy forward. I have had the pleasure of working with some great local businesses and always enjoy finding personalized gifts that are one of a kind.”

November 26 is the 7th Annual

Small Business Saturday, which was created to help small businesses compete with large retailers between the busy shopping days of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Conroy highlighted the merits of shopping at area stores that provide jobs for local residents, tax revenue, sponsorships for community groups, support for charities and excellent personalized services.

For more information, visit https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/ sba-initiatives/small-business-saturday or contact Conroy’s constituent service office at 630-415-3520 or email RepDebConroy@gmail. com.

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Former NBA player coming to York to discuss battle with drug addition Former NBA player Chris Herren will be coming to Elmhurst next Tuesday evening, November 29 at 7 p.m. for a community presentation in the York High School Campbell (Green and White) Gym. Herren offers his compelling story of the struggle to overcome addiction to pain medication and heroin.

District 205 points out that this is currently an important topic for DuPage County residents, as heroin usage is reaching epidemic levels, according to Coroner Dr. Richard Jorgensen.

In conjunction with Mr. Herren’s visit, the Elmhurst Police Department will be holding a special Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. outside of the Elmhurst Police Station, 125 E. First Street.

One thing parents can do to safeguard their children is to clean out

their medicine cabinet and get rid of pain pills left over from previous surgeries or injuries. The opiod oxycodone is found in a number of prescription drugs and can be highly addictive. Abuse of this drug produces a euphoric high similar to that of heroin. Disposal of unused or expired prescription medication is best accomplished by drop off at an authorized facility, which keeps these drugs out to the City water system and household garbage - as well as out of the hands of kids.

The Elmhurst Police Department also has a prescription drug dropoff box in its main lobby, which is accessible 24/7. The box is strictly self-service: no information or identification is required. This simple step prevents accidental poisoning or overdose of family members. For more information, call 630-5303050 or visit elmhurst.org.

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Elmhurst Academy K’s hold their own election

By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

As our nation elected its new president in early November, Elmhurst Academy’s kindergarteners also wrapped up their own presidential race and selected their own President and Vice President.

After a month of campaigning, participating in debates, and learning about our national elections and government, the class ended their study as better-informed citizens and powerful leaders. Elmhurst Mayor Steven Morley visited the classroom to announce and congratulate the new Class President Gabby Ziehr and Vice President Kenzie Byford.

Right: Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley is pictured here with the kindergarten class at Elmhurst Academy. The mayor was invited to take part in the class’s recent election for a President and Vice-President, whom he swore into office.

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Top left: These students handle the campaign effort for the election of the president and vice-president of the Kindergarten class at Elmhurst Academy.

Bottom left: Mayor Steve Morley is flanked by Elmhurst Academy’s newly-elected Vice President Kenzie Byford (left), 5, and President Gabby Ziehr, 6, who took the oath of office, administered by Mayor Morley, to uphold their values as new class leaders.

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Visitation collects toys for Humanitarian Children’s Project

Pictured are students from Visitation School who participated in the Humanitarian Service Project (HSP) Children’s Project by collecting new toys and games to help children ages 3-11 who live in poverty in DuPage and Kane Counties. In addition to providing children a special box on their birthdays with toys, games, and books, Children’s Project also provides much needed food and school supplies for these precious young lives living well below the poverty level.

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People are better than what was shown in this election cycle A former colleague when I worked at The Literacy Council many years ago is a woman named Jen. Jen was By born with cerebral palsy. She has a KELLY limp, a crooked arm, and often uses SIMMONS Columnist a wheelchair. She is also a college graduate and an English professor at Rockford University.

With her permission, I share her “Last night I went to a Carrie UnFacebook post from Thursday, Nov. 10, recounting what happened the derwood concert, and there were many awesome people. There was night after the election. also a person who told me that my

days “outside an institution” were numbered because President Trump would “take care” of me.

“Surreal, right? When I heard the results of the election, I worried that the vitriol stirred up would empower people who might have otherwise been compelled to leave such sentiments at home. I’m not pleased to have personal proof that my feelings were correct. I’m not one for complaining in public, but folks, we

let some truly nasty views and attitudes gain traction and validity over these last several months. Can we now remind those view holders that this is not how we do things in this country? I’ve spent my whole life trying to educate people and lessen negative stereotypes, and as much as I’m trying to look at this in a positive way, I can’t shake the feeling that life is going to be more difficult now for a great many good, hardworking people who are already dealing with far more negativity than they should be. If one of those people happens to read this, know you’re not alone. It’s going to be okay. You know where I am if you need to talk.”

That, my friends, is going high when they go low.

Jen of course got comments from well-meaning friends stating that if they had been there, they would have punched the dude’s lights out.

To which Jen responded, “I would rather combat the attitude with positive education than a punch to the face, but I won’t deny the impulse was there, We are now forced to confront this awful preexisting condition and develop a plan of action that puts it to rest.”

When one friend commented, “Where are these people coming from?”

Jen replied, “The truth is, they’ve always been there. I’m assuming they think it’s okay to be public about it now. But it won’t stand.

People are better than this.”

People are better than this.

Jen continued, “Good people far outweigh those who are ignorant, and that ignorance can be corrected, but we have to confront it and call it out when we see it, or it will never get better. It’s not a new attitude, but I’ve seen more of it recently, and in concerns me. On the one hand, I can stand it. I know who I am. I know that I’m worth more than these people think. But, it took me a long time to understand that I wasn’t inferior to other people, and the knowledge was hard won. So if I struggle with this, how much worse is it for people who have been less fortunate than I am? We will get through it, and be stronger and better for it. The one good thing to come out of this is that if we uncover the ignorance, fear, and ridiculousness that live at the root of these attitudes then we can correct them instead of leaving to flourish behind closed doors.”

Jen is the epitome of compassion, empathy, and kindness. That is the world I know. That is the world we all can know. One person can make a difference. Be that person. Let’s prove to ourselves that people are better than this.

Kelly Epperson is at PO Box 2324, Loves Park, IL 61111 and info@kellyepperson.com. Read a 2015 article about Jen being a “champion for making connections” at http:// www.rrstar.com/article/20150811/ NEWS/150819982.

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074648 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on OCTOBER 31, 2016, wherein the business firm of SHOP THERAPY BOUTIQUE & HAIR SALON LOCATED AT 411 N YORK ROAD, ELMHURST, IL 60126-2003 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) JENITA HARRIS, HOME ADDRESS 1S198 ELIOT LANE, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-3715.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 31ST day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2016.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 10, 17 & 24, 2016) 263421 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074626 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on OCTOBER 21, 2016, wherein the business firm of SPOTLESS PERFECTION CLEANING SERVICE LOCATED AT 1710 E 22ND APT J, WHEATON, IL 60189-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) TIFFANY SMITH, HOME ADDRESS 1710 E 22ND, WHEATON, IL 60189-0000.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 21ST day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2016.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 10, 17 & 24, 2016) 263507 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074645 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on OCTOBER 31, 2016, wherein the business firm of K.C. ENTERPRISES LOCATED AT 619 E. WALTERS LANE, ITASCA, IL 601431461 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) RONALD L. PETERSON, HOME ADDRESS 619 WALTERS LANE, ITASCA, IL 601431461.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 31ST day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2016.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 10, 17 & 24, 2016) 263508 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074658 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 3, 2016, wherein the business firm of ME GRANITE & QUARTZ LOCATED AT 180 S. MILL MEADOW LANE, ADDISON, IL 60101-3232 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) MATIAS ESTRADA, HOME ADDRESS 180 S. MILL MEADOW LANE, ADDISON, IL 60101-3232 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 3RD day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2016.

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Public Notice Public Hearing Scheduled by City of Elmhurst For Improvement of the Elmhurst Metra Station The City of Elmhurst will hold a Public Hearing concerning the proposed design alternative for the Elmhurst Metra Station Improvements. The Public Hearing will be held at Elmhurst City Hall in the Council Chambers on November 30, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. All persons interested in this project are invited to attend this meeting. Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting, should contact Valerie Johnson, ADA Compliance Officer, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., City of ElNOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074671 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 7, 2016, wherein the business firm of SUMMER BRADER PHOTOGRAPHY LOCATED AT 1004 BLANCHARD STREET, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) SUMMER BRADER-WEBB, HOME ADDRESS 1004 BLANCHARD STREET, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516-0000.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 7TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2016.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 17, 24 & Dec. 1, 2016) 263735 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074652 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 1, 2016, wherein the business firm of GIFTBACK.COM LOCATED AT 312 PARK AVENUE, P.O. BOX 268, CLARENDON HILLS IL 60514-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) FRANK J ROGERS III, HOME ADDRESS 625 INDEPENDENCE AVENUE, WESTMONT, IL 60559-1215.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 1ST day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2016.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 17, 24 & Dec. 1, 2016) 264087 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074681 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 9, 2016, 2016, wherein the business firm of 3DMAMMOGRAM.ORG LOCATED AT 323 S. WALNUT STREET, BENSENVILLE, IL 60106-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) DIANA L MEYNART-HANZEL, HOME ADDRESS 57 E. HATTENDORF AVE APT 313, ROSELLE, IL 60172-0000; NAME OF PERSON(S) MICHAEL D SLOWIK, HOME ADDRESS 57 E. HATTENDORF AVE APT 313, ROSELLE, IL 60172-0000.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 9TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2016.

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mhurst, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, IL 50126, or call 630-530-8095 TDD, within a reasonable time before the meeting. Requests for a qualified interpreter require five (5) working days advance notice.

The meeting will be conducted on an informal basis. A brief presentation on the status of the project, the proposals under consideration, andthe decisions to be made will begin at 7:00 p.m. Representatives of the City of Elmhurst will be available before and after the presentation to discuss the project. Representatives will answer individual questions and record comments offered by those in attendance. Verbatim comments will be recorded. The presentation will address topics such as the need for the project, the design alternatives under consideration, right-of-way acquisition and relocation assistance, and the tentative construction schedule. Preliminary reports, NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074684 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 10, 2016, wherein the business firm of ACCENT MARKETING ASSOCIATES LOCATED AT P.O. BOX 3277, OAK BROOK, IL 60522-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) WAYNE M BROWN, HOME ADDRESS 334 SHERIDAN DRIVE, #2B, WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527-0000.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 10TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2016.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 17, 24 & Dec. 1, 2016) 264089 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074682 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 9, 2016, wherein the business firm of THE HAPPY TEA TIME LADY LOCATED AT 1N484 MAIN STREET, GLEN ELLYN, IL 60137-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) JULIA LIVINGSTON, HOME ADDRESS 1N484 MAIN STREET, GLEN ELLYN, IL 60137-0000.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 9TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2016.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 17, 24 & Dec. 1, 2016) 264095 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074649 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on OCTOBER 31, 2016, wherein the business firm of SPLENDID DESIGNS HAIR SALON LOCATED AT 115 S VILLA AVENUE, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-2654 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) JACQUELINE ADENEKAN, HOME ADDRESS 6036 S PAULINA STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60636-2229.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 31ST day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2016.

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including environmental documents (EIS or Environmental Assessment, when applicable) and an engineering analysis with drawings, maps and aerial photography, will be available for inspection and viewing during the duration of the meeting. The same material will be available for review and inspection on the City website: www. elmhurst.org.

For more information, please contact Cori Tiberi at (630)530-3777 or cori.tiberi@elmhurst.org.

(Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 24, 2016) 264818 LEGAL NOTICE Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 to Destroy Student Temporary Records Pursuant to Illinois School Code 105 ILCS 122-50-4 Student Temporary Records of students who have graduated, transferred or permanently withdrawn from Elmhurst CUSD 205 on or before December 31, 2011 will be destroyed no earlier than January 13, 2017.

Student Temporary Records are all information contained in a school student record but not contained in the student permanent record. Such information may include family background information, intelligence test scores, aptitude test scores, psychoNOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0059528 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County, Illinois on JULY 24TH, 2006, wherein the business firm of STARS NAIL’S SPA LOCATED AT 63 E. DANADA SQUARE, WHEATON, IL 61087 was registered; and the following changes were made: The following person or persons executing this business have no further connection with or financial interest in the business carried on under said assumed name: TINA T. WU. The following named person or persons should now be registered as associates of the aforesaid firm: LEE TRANH HUYNH. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 16TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2016.

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logical and personality test results, teacher evaluations, and other information of clear relevance to the education of the student, all subject to regulations of the State Board.

The information shall include information provided under Section 8.6 of the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act. In addition, the student temporary record shall include information regarding serious disciplinary infractions that resulted in expulsion, suspension, or the imposition of punishment or sanction. For purposes of this provision, serious disciplinary infractions means: infractions involving drugs, weapons, or bodily harm to another.

The school district shall maintain student temporary records and the information contained in those records for not less than 5 years after the student has transferred, graduated, or otherwise withdrawn from the school.

Persons who are the natural parent of the student or other persons who have the primary responsibility for the care and upbringing of the student shall be given an opportunity to copy the record and information proposed to be destroyed or deleted.

Eligible persons who wish to inspect records scheduled for destruction on January 13, 2017 can call the Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Student Services Department at 630-617-2490.

(Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 24, 2016) 264857 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0074697 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on NOVEMBER 16, 2016, wherein the business firm of HEARTWIRED WRITING LOCATED AT 27W720 PARKVIEW AVENUE, WARRENVILLE, IL 60555-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) KATHRYN A O’CONNELL, HOME ADDRESS 27W720 PARKVIEW AVENUE, WARRENVILLE, IL 60555-0000.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 16TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2016.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 24, Dec. 1 & 8, 2016) 264800

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LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF ELMHURST, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE TENTATIVE ANNUAL 2017 BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF ELMHURST, ILLINOIS Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Chapter 65, Section 5/8-2-9.9 of the Illinois Complied Statutes, a Public Hearing will be held at 7:30 p.m. on December 5, 2016, before the corporate authorities in opportunity to provide written and oral comments and to ask questions concerning the tentative annual budget.

The following is a summary of the tentative annual budget for the City of Elmhurst for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2017.

General $ 52,210,124 Police Protection $ 18,337,040 Motor Fuel Tax $ 1,255,650 Debt Retirement $ 5,463,430 Municipal Utility $ 52,841,940 Library $ 10,513,050 Police Pension $ 5,108,410 Fireman’s Pension $ 2,970,000 Parking $ 2,942,790 Redevelopment Projects $ 4,012,995 Industrial Development Projects $ 463,541 Rt. 83 Commercial Development Fund $ 1,301,365 North York Redevelopment Fund $ 375,500 Church Rd./Lake St. Redevelopment Fund $ 6,100,000 Stormwater Detention Project Fund $ 10,503,750 Working Cash Fund $ 4,000 Glos Mausoleum Fund $ 1,000 $ 174,404,585 Copies of the tentative annual budget are available for inspection at City Hall, 209 North York and the Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect, Elmhurst, Illinois.

Patty Spencer, City Clerk Note: Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting, should contact Valerie Johnson, ADA Compliance Officer, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., City of Elmhurst, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126, or call 630-530-8095 TDD, within a reasonable time before the meeting. Requests for a qualified interpreter require five (5) working days’ advance notice.

(Published in The Elmhurst Independent Nov. 24, 2016) 264602

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Volunteers are needed to sort and pack the food boxes on November 28, 29 and 30 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Works Garage, 985 S. Riverside Drive. Volunteers with muscle are needed to help deliver the food to our local families.

The Elmhurst Police Department is holding their annual UCCA Toy Drive from November 25 - December 24. New toys are wonderful for the younger children, and age appropriate gifts for the teens are much needed and would be most appreciated. Toys can be dropped off at the Police Department lobby.

To learn more about how you can help UCCA please contact us at ucca.elmhurst@gmail.com

NOTICE OF CAUCUS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON Tuesday, December 6, 2016 A CAUCUS OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY IN TOWNSHIP OF YORK, DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WILL BE HELD AT JACKSON MIDDLE SCHOOL, 301 W. JACKSON STREET, VILLA PARK, IL 60181, COMMENCING AT 7:00 PM FOR THE PURPOSE OF NOMINATING CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES: YORK TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR YORK TOWNSHIP CLERK YORK TOWNSHIP ASSESSOR YORK TOWNSHIP HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER 4 YORK TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES DATED: 11/18/2016 /s/ Gary Kleppe Presiding Officer York Township Democratic Organization Chair PUBLISHED BY: DANIEL J. KORDIK YORK TOWNSHIP CLERK (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent, Villa Park Independent & Elmhurst Independent Nov. 24, 2016) 265017 NOTICE OF CAUCUS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON Tuesday, December 6, 2016, A CAUCUS OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY IN TOWNSHIP OF YORK, DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS WILL BE HELD AT GLENBARD EAST HIGH SCHOOL (BIESTER AUDITORIUM), 1014 SOUTH MAIN STREET, LOMBARD, IL 60148.

CAUCUS WILL START AT 7:30 PM (DOORS OPEN AT 6:00 PM) FOR THE PURPOSE OF NOMINATING CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES: YORK TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR YORK TOWNSHIP CLERK YORK TOWNSHIP ASSESSOR YORK TOWNSHIP HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER 4 YORK TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES DATED: 11/18/2016 /s/ Tony Cuzzone Presiding Officer York Township Republican Organization Chairman PUBLISHED BY: DANIEL J. KORDIK YORK TOWNSHIP CLERK (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent, Villa Park Independent & Elmhurst Independent Nov. 24, 2016) 265018 CITY OF ELMHURST REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

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NOTICE The City of Elmhurst, Illinois (209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126) is issuing a request for qualifications (RFQ) from qualified engineering design teams for the following project: City of Elmhurst Engineering Services for Water System Evaluation All RFQ submissions must be made in accordance with this RFQ which is on file and available for examination at City Hall at the above address and are made a part of this notice as fully set forth herein. Copies of this RFQ can be obtained in person at City Hall. Vendors may obtain copies of this Request for Qualifications, Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (CST).

NOTES: 1. Sealed submittals for this contract must be received before 12:00 p.m. (CST) on Monday, December 12th, 2016 at the Office of the City Clerk, City of Elmhurst, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126. Each participant’s statement of qualifications must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked “City of Elmhurst Engineering Services for Water System Evaluation”.

2. A mandatory pre-submittal meeting will be held on Thursday, December 1st, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. (CST) at City Hall (209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126).

3. Questions regarding this RFQ shall be submitted in writing to Paul Burris, Utility Operations Manager, via email at paul.burris@elmhurst.org by Monday December 5th, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. (CST). No oral clarifications or amendments to this RFQ shall be binding to the City. Any amendments, addenda or modifications shall be sent in writing to all firms which have registered at City Hall to receive this RFQ. 4. The scope of the work includes review of water system assets and operation of system and recommendation of improvements.

5. All responsive Qualification submittals will be reviewed according to the criteria for selection requirements using a Qualifications Based Selection (QBS) process.

6. There is no express or implied obligation for the City to reimburse responding vendors for any expenses incurred in preparing proposals in response to this request.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted and retain all proposals submitted.

7. Submission to the City indicates acceptance by the vendor of the conditions contained in this RFQ. Vendors are hereby notified that all information submitted as part of, or in support of, proposals will remain confidential until the date of award; thereafter the documents will be available for public inspection in compliance with Illinois State Statutes.

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