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Attorney, architect, designer present plan to 196-202 development Open house attendees raise many questions, concerns

By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

About 35 people gathered at Elmhurst City Hall on Thursday, April 21 for an open house introducing a proposed 28-unit luxury condominium structure located at 196-202 York St. in downtown.

The meeting was led by Scott Day, an attorney practicing in Naperville, who has been involved in Elmhurst development projects in the past— most notably the hospital building on the south edge of town. Day explained the process going forward.

“This is the first stage, the neighbors meeting,” he said. “It is a chance for the neighbors to meet the architects and the design team as well as to see the plans for themselves.”

There were eight or 10 easels set

up along the front of City Council Chambers with charts showing the building plans; the proposed elevation; the exterior façade materials and a “stacking section” that offered a cross-section view of the building showing two parking levels at the bottom (not underground); retail on the first floor; and then seven stories of residential condominiums with only four units on each floor.

“Everything done in downtown impacts the buildings next to them,” Day continued. “We understand that

and want you to know this is not the only time you will have to express your concerns.”

He went on to say there would be a public hearing and an appearance before the City’s Zoning & Planning Commission (ZPC) for the development team, followed by a meeting with the City Council’s Development, Planning & Zoning Committee and then on to City Council for final approval. Those steps must be completed before the building moves forward.

“Admittedly the process is a slow one,” Day said. “It can take as much as four to six months, even longer.

But it allows people to talk with their alderman or with City staff to have all their questions answered about the project.

Day added that he had worked with several municipalities over the years and that Elmhurst was one of the best.

“The City is much more sophisticated than most towns,” he said.

“There is an exceptional web site

and all documents are available on Boarddocs at the City’s web site.”

When the floor was opened for questions, the issues that arose were building height, lighting, snow removal and safety in the alley behind the building, as it is often used as a pick-up/drop-off spot for a day care center located there.

The day care center owner asked not to be named due to confidentiality of the parents of her young clients.

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UCCA’s Taste of the Town: Dining for a Cause

from these businesses so that a portion of their bill will be donated to UCCA. Proceeds from the event will be used to fund at least five Mobile Food Pantries throughout the coming months. Visit ucca-elmhurst.org for more details and individual business websites for hours. When dining or purchasing from these businesses mention UCCA or show them the event coupon, which is available to download from the UCCA website.

half of UCCA when your experience begins.)

Wednesday, May 4, Fitz’s Pub, 15%, 172 N. Addison Thursday, May 5, 151 l Kitchen Bar, 15%, 151 N. York St. (To-go or-

ders: use 151 website, type UCCA in the special instructions. Online reservations: use Resy. Dining in: please inform your server that you are dining on behalf of UCCA when your experience begins.)

Friday, May 6, Pilot Pete’s, 20%, Elmhurst Metra Station, 128 W. 1st St. The community is invited to support UCCA by dining-in, getting carry-out, or making a purchase

at the Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home, 435 N. York St. Elmhurst.

Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery, Niles, Ill. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (lls.org); or St. Jude Hospital for Children (stjude.org). For info call 630-834-1133 or visit pedersenryberg.com.

O’Hara, the late Daniel and the late Thomas; dear grandfather of Connie, Rob, Linda and Lisa; great grandfather of Carlin, Alexandra and Zach. A Celebration of life service was held Wednesday, April 13, at 1:30 p.m. at Mt. Emblem Cemetery, 520 E. Grand Ave., Elmhurst. Arrangements by Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home.

Info: 630-834-1133.

(Editor’s note: This obituary is appearing for the second time, as there were errors in the version that appeared in the April 14 issue of the Elmhurst Independent.)

golfer and loved to golf with his son and his friends. Jerry loved playing cards and eating ice cream and enjoyed sharing these pastimes with his granddaughter. He also loved working out to burn off the ice cream and had even run the Chicago Marathon in his earlier years. Jerry had a great, unique sense of humor and was the source of so much joy to everyone who met him. If he gave you a nickname, you knew you were special. Beloved husband of the late Mary Ellen Foley (2010); loving father of Shane (Amanda) Foley; loving and proud Papa of Sloane and Ryan; and cherished uncle to several nieces and nephews.

A viewing will be held from 9 a.m. until the time of the Mass at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 28 in the Fireside Room of Visitation Catholic Church, 779 S. York Street, Elmhurst. Interment will be private.

For information – Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – The Ahlgrim Chapel, 630-834-3515 or www.ElmhurstFH.com.

Obituaries

Donald Walter Shepler, 92 Donald Walter Shepler, of Elmhurst, passed away recently at the age of 92. Veteran U.S. Army during the Allied Occupation of Japan. Beloved husband of the late Rita C. Shepler (2004); Loving father of the late Donald Joseph Shepler (1975), Susan (Craig) Dovel and Jennifer (Steve) Guzman; Proud grandfather of Donald, Eric, Zachary, Sara and Gabrielle; Dear brother of the late Eileen Majewski and Dolores Mick; Loved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday, April 22

Alfred R. Zimmerman, 99 Alfred R. Zimmerman, of Elmhurst, at peace April 9, 2022, at the age of 99. Loving husband of the late Bettye; cherished father of Allan, Susan, the late Pamela

Reminder: Thursday is Elmhurst University’s Blues Ensemble benefit concert for Ukraine On Thursday, April 28 at 7:30 p.m., Elmhurst University presents the Late Night Blues Vocal Jazz Ensemble in a benefit concert for Ukraine. It will be held at Elmhurst Hall, 119 No. York St. The event will include a live painting demonstration, a live auction, a “virtual” tip jar and much more. It will feature artists Jess Brooks, Lewis Achenbach and Kristin Wenc. The event is free and open to the public.

Jerry Foley, 80 Services Thursday Jerry Foley, of Elmhurst, formerly of Louisville, and Lemont, Ill., passed away April 23, 2022, at the age of 80.

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United Community Concerns Association is excited to announce the 5th annual Taste of the Town: Dining for a Cause, an Elmhurst food and drink experience. Participating restaurants and businesses will hold Eat & Earn events throughout the month of May to benefit Elmhurst School District 205 families experiencing food scarcity.

Participating Businesses May 2 - 6 All month, Cuvee Cellars, 545 S. Spring Rd. (Will donate $4 to UCCA for every Frozé and Elmhurst Sour drink sold) Monday, May 2, Pints, 15%, 112 S. York St. (To-go orders: use Pints website; type UCCA in the special instructions. Dining in: please inform your server that you are dining on be-

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By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

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More than 100 people turned out at the Elmhurst Art Museum on Thursday, April 21 when Mayor Scott Levin and the Elmhurst City Council hosted its annual Commissioner Appreciation Event. The evening was designed to recognize and formally thank all the volunteers throughout the City who sit on various Boards and Commissions.

Part of the festivities involved the presentation of the Darrell Whistler Service Award, given annually to an exceptional commissioner.

This year’s award was given to Bill Shanklin, who is currently Chair of the Elmhurst Economic Development Commission.

Bill Shanklin is best known throughout Elmhurst for his active involvement in various community organizations. For more than 15 years he has been a prominent member of the Elmhurst business community. Bill is an Elmhurst resident and was executive vice-president and chief operating officer of Champion Container Corporation before retiring. Not only is he the current chair of the Elmhurst Economic De-

velopment Commission, but also is a member of the Elmhurst Public Library board, the Elmhurst American Legion board and is a current member of the Veterans Military Commission.

In 2017, Shanklin was honored by the Elmhurst Jaycees with their Distinguished Service Award, which is given annually to an outstanding volunteer in the community.

Bill is one of the most active Life Members of the Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187. He also represents the Post on the City of Elmhurst’s Memorial Day and Veterans Day remembrances, while serving as Master of Ceremonies for the Post-Parade and Veterans Day Military ceremonies in Wilder Park.

About the Darrell Whistler award…

The Darrell Whistler Service Award is the highest form of recognition in the Elmhurst community, given annually to a volunteer who has provided loyal and distinguished service. Darrell Whistler was an exceptional example of a resident who worked tirelessly to serve the City.

Darrell played a major role in the City’s transformation during his tenure as Chair of the Zoning and Planning Commission. Darrell’s commitment and leadership, along with (Continued from front page) his professional and personal investhometown news on a timely basis ment, will forever be a part of the and is a free service compliments of legacy of Elmhurst. He represented our advertisers.

Of course, a print copy of the newspaper can be picked up at more than 80 newsstand locations in El- By Dee Longfellow mhurst at no charge every week on FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT Thursdays. Print versions, includThe Independent has received ing an archive of previous issues, several informal reports over the can be found on our website as well past week about a noose appearat TheIndependentNewspapers.com. ing in a classroom at York High Free weekly home delivery through School—supposedly a student’s the post office can also be started at work of art. no charge by using the order form District 205 told the Independent printed in every issue of the news- that an email received from a parent paper. included a photo of the student work For questions on delivery of the exhibited in a classroom. The parent Elmhurst Independent print or digital expressed concerns that the student subscriptions, call 630.834-8244. work included “inappropriate sym-

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Mayor Scott Levin (left) smiles after bestowing the annual Darrell Whistler Volunteer Service Award to Bill Shanklin. He is the current chair of the Elmhurst Economic Development Commission, but also serves on the Elmhurst Public Library board, the Elmhurst American Legion board and on the Veterans Military Commission.

the City with the qualities of a true leader, exhibiting a firm and fair approach to planning and zoning cases.

Darrell’s goal was to ensure the prosperity of Elmhurst. The Dar-

rell Whistler Service Award goes to people like Darrell, who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to the City.

Bill Shanklin is just such a person.

District 205 releases statement regarding student’s ‘artwork’

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(Continued from front page) “I’m very concerned because we re- in the area, I have a business—a busially need that alley open at both ends ness that depends on that alley. And every day,” she said. “I have parents a business that needs a safe place for dropping off children and I’m con- children. cerned for their safety. And what hap“I went through a great deal, appearpens when there are deliveries in the ing before the City when I opened my buildings in the area? What about the business and now it feels like they’re wind tunnel created in the alley? And saying, ‘Oh well, too bad, here comes what happens with snowfall—not only another building.’ It doesn’t feel fair.” to clear the alley, but also where is the She also asked about air quality snow going to go when we have a ma- studies since the children have a playjor blizzard?” ground on the alley-side of the building The woman later told the Indepen- and are typically outside at least part of dent privately that she didn’t care for the day, weather-permitting. the whole tone of the meeting at City State Rep. Deanne Mazzochi was in Hall. the room because she owns a residen“Every other meeting of this kind I tial building on Addison, which will have ever attended has started with go- also be affected by not only the funcing around the room and everyone in- tionality of the building but the aestroducing themselves and telling how thetics. She raised concerns on behalf they would be affected by the devel- of the homeowners’ association. She opment,” she said. “[Day] kept talking asked if there had been lighting studies about how he ‘understood that I was to determine how much light would be concerned about my residence and my taken away by a tall building. family.’ Well, I don’t have a residence While most downtown buildings go

bolism.” Based on that, District 205 released the following statement: “The situation was immediately reviewed by administration, which included a meeting with the parent who sent the email, engagement of staff, and a review of the project related to the student work. The student work was from a project in past years. The project no longer exists in the curriculum, and the student work is no longer on display in the classroom.

“The District 205 administration

and Board of Education do not tolerate hate of any form, whether explicit or implied. In keeping with the philosophy of Elmhurst District 205, the school district is in an active partnership with parents and community, and will promote excellence in a caring environment in which all students learn and grow.”

The statement was received from the office of Tonya Daniels, executive director of communications and community relations for School District 205.

no higher than 105 feet, the height proposed will be 125 feet.

“There is no height limit in the immediate downtown,” Day said. “As you get to the outer core of downtown, then the height is more limited. But we are trying to follow the City’s Downtown Comprehensive Plan and we have matched the zoning to the Plan.”

He also said builders have been asked by the City to make the downtown denser, which is accomplished by this building.

One issue that kept coming up was the fact that the building would be “another solid cement wall” in downtown.

Someone in the audience asked what would stop future developers from just making all of York Street one long row of cement buildings on both sides.

When first-floor retail was mentioned, another person asked, “What’s to stop them from having six doughnut shops at street level in the downtown?”

Day concluded by saying it was an

aggressive project, but it was in line with the Comprehensive Plan and that it was filling the desires indicated by the City. It was unknown if the property was possibly eligible for TIF funds, but Day said he would look into that.

When the meeting concluded, several people expressed disappointment and said they felt the development was being shoved down their throats.

“This meeting was more about selling the proposal than seeking input from the local property owners,” said a participant who did not provide his name.

As Day pointed out, the next step is expected to be a public hearing, where people’s voices could be heard again.

The date of the hearing will be announced when it is available.

[Ed. note: PDFs of the property were not available at press time but will be published in a future edition of the Elmhurst Independent.]

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Elmhurst Museum Day returns on May 15 Free admission, family activities, trolley service available

Museum Day has been a long-standing tradition in Elmhurst over the last 25 years when the city recognizes the many positive contributions its local museums make to the cultural fabric of the community.

Each May, Elmhurst museums come together to open their doors during the free Museum Day celebration.

After a two-year hiatus, the Elmhurst Art Museum and Elmhurst History Museum are back and ready

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Ride the Explore Elmhurst trolley between stops on Sunday, May 15 during the annual Elmhurst Museum Day, featuring the Elmhurst Art Museum and the Elmhurst History Museum. Both museums are offering specials such as free admission and family-friendly activities.

to welcome guests of all ages for the 2022 Elmhurst Museum Day on Sunday, May 15 from 1 to 5 p.m.

Visitors are welcome to park at one location and walk or board the complimentary Explore Elmhurst trolley to explore exhibits and participate in free family-friendly activities at each museum.

Limited free parking is available at each site and nearby City of Elmhurst parking garages. Both museums are located within a few blocks of the Elmhurst Metra train station (Union Pacific West Line). The Elmhurst trolley will also be operating on that day.

18th-century fur trader station where kids can become a Voyageur for a Day. Children can make a beaded necklace (while supplies last), and Native artisans will have authentic hand-crafted items for sale. Visitors are encouraged to bring a lawn chair for seating in the tent.

Elmhurst Art Museum 150 Cottage Hill Ave. (630) 834-0202 elmhurstartmuseum.org Explore the rare Mies van der Rohe-designed home located in Wilder Park where guests can participate in two hands-on art activities and

view the main exhibits, “Houses of Tomorrow: Solar Homes from Keck to Today” and “Jan Tichy: Reflectance.” The temporary exhibit, “Diversity of Thought,” will also be on view featuring work by local teens from the creative.unity mentorship program who will be present for an artist talk.

Join in the cultural collaboration and celebration known as Elmhurst Museum Day on Sunday, May 15.

For the latest event information, visit the museum websites at elmhursthistory.org or elmhurstartmuseum.org or call 630-833-1457.

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Police beat

April 3-April 20 Theft was reported in the 100 block of S. Prospect. A victim was messaged on Instagram by an unknown subject “GIANNA” multiple times. The subject gave the victim four checks to deposit into her account and asked the victim to send her cash back. The victim sent money to the suspect and was notified by the bank the checks were fraudulent.

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

Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. 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.

Criminal damage, criminal trespass April 18 A complainant in the 100 block of Addison advised at 2:08 p.m. that three emergency flood light units were damaged and removed from the Addison Street parking deck.

Domestic battery, domestic incident, disorderly conduct, disturbance April 19 A 43-year-old Elmhurst man was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 400 block of N. West at 6:41 p.m. Officers responded to the above location for an unknown medic assist. Upon arrival, the victim related the suspect had hit her multiple times.

April 16 James Millins, 19, of Elmhurst, was charged with consumption of alcohol by a minor, disorderly conduct, attempted possession of fraudulent identification and obstructing an officer subsequent to a report of Millins allegedly attempting to enter a victim’s residence in the 700 block of S. Swain at 2:34 a.m.

A 32-year-old Elmhurst man was charged with domestic battery, interfering with a 9-11 call and criminal damage to property in the 500 block of W. St. Charles at 4:19 p.m. Police said the victim had visible injuries and reported the suspect broke her cell phone.

April 14 A 55-year-old Villa Park man was charged with domestic battery in the 300 block of E. Crescent at 7:28 p.m. Police said it was discovered the suspect pushed the victim to the ground.

DUI, DUI-drugs, transportation of open alcohol, possession of open alcohol, consumption of alcohol by a minor April 17 Jimmy Lopez, 35, of Melrose Park, was charged with DUI, improper lane usage and speeding subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Emory at 2:44 a.m.

April 15 Jonathon F. Niewinski, 28, of Villa Park, was charged with aggravated battery, DUI, possession of cannabis in a vehicle, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, leaving the scene of an accident, unlawful transportation of open alcohol, resisting arrest, driving while license revoked and no insurance in the 300 block of E. First at 7:16 p.m.

April 14 Jihan Mc Crary, 40, of Wood Dale, was

CALL 800-222-TIPS charged with DUI, two counts of endangering the health or life of a child, possession of open alcohol by a driver and possession of cannabis by a driver subsequent to a well being check in the 100 block of W. North at 7:33 p.m.

Harassment, threats April 17 A victim in the 100 block of N. Michigan reports receiving numerous phone messages from the suspect who is an ex-boyfriend of the victim. The victim also saw the suspect at her apartment building. The reporting officer attempted to contact the suspect with no results.

Possession of cannabis in a vehicle

The Elmhurst Police Department said last week that the following individuals were issued citations for possession of cannabis by either a driver or a passenger in a vehicle: Jonathan A. Kasallis, 23, near North and Illinois at 10:19 a.m. April 14; Jonathan Perez, 30, near Route 83 and North at 3:51 p.m. April 14; and, Antonio Hernandez, 21, of Berwyn, near Oak and York at 10 p.m. April 16.

Suspicious circumstances April 16 A homeowner in the 500 block of S. Berkley reported at 4 p.m. he found three handguns which were left behind by a previous tenant.

The handguns were recovered by the reporting officer and submitted to the property officer for safekeeping for the owner to pick up.

April 15 A victim in the 300 block of Oaklawn told police at 1:27 a.m. he and the suspect were supposed to go out on a date on April 14, and the suspect requested money from the victim so she could pay her babysitter. The victim complied and sent the suspect money. The suspect kept asking for additional money and again the victim complied. After sending the money, the victim realized it might be a scam and reported the incident to officers. The reporting officer was able to contact the suspect who agreed to return the money to the victim.

Theft or burglary/identity theft/fraud/forgery/ deceptive practice/ obstruction/robbery April 19-April 20 Burglary to a vehicle as reported in the 500 block of N. West. A complainant relates unknown person(s) shattered the driver’s side rear window of his white Ford Pickup and removed a Ditchwitch locator/monitor sometime between the above dates.

Aug. 28, 2021-April 19 Theft was reported at a store in the 700 block of S. Route 83. A complainant related the suspect rented a 19-foot scissor lift back in August of 2021 and has not returned the item.

A message was left for the suspect to contact the reporting officer.

April 18 Sean A. Bitto, 38, of Chicago, was charged with two counts of retail theft at a store in the 900 block of S. York at 6:28 p.m. A complainant related that Bitto concealed two bottles of liquor and exited the store without paying, according to police.

Attempted residential burglary was reported in the 400 block of Elmcrest at 9:22 a.m.

Officers responded for an alarm at the above location. Upon arrival, a window was found to have been shattered. A white fence to the backyard also had two planks kicked out. A neighbor stated she observed a suspect described as either a white or Hispanic male wearing a black coat and mask in a blue Chevrolet Equinox in the area. The house and area were checked with no results.

April 17 Retail theft was reported at a pharmacy in the 100 block of W. North at 12:32 a.m. reporting officer met with the complainant who reported two unknown suspects stole several bottles of liquor and left the store in a black older model SUV. One of the suspects was described as a black male between 30 and 40 years old. The other suspect was described as a white female between 40 and 50 years old.

Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 300 block of W. Lake at 2:39 p.m. A reporting officer met with the victim who reported an unknown suspect(s) removed her purse from the trunk of her vehicle. Video shows the suspect backed in next to the victim’s vehicle, opened his trunk, removed the purse from the victim’s vehicle, placed it in the trunk of his vehicle and drove away. This case is pending investigation.

April 16 Retail theft was reported at a pharmacy in the 100 block of W. North at 1:27 p.m. A caller reported observing a suspect discarding security boxes in the parking lot. The reporting officer located four empty security boxes belonging to the pharmacy lying on the ground in the parking lot. An investigation is pending.

March 26-April 16 Burglary was reported in the 200 block of N. Addison. A victim reports an unknown suspect broke into his storage locker and removed numerous bottles, a drill, batteries, and a charger sometime between the above dates.

April 15 Identity theft was reported in the 200 block of N. Glenview at 1:51 p.m. A victim related an unknown suspect used his personal information and opened a fraudulent Verizon account.

Identity theft was reported in the 100 block of Fellows at 3:14 p.m. A victim related an unknown suspect used her personal information to fraudulently file income taxes with the IRS.

Glenbard East student charged with alleged threat against school On Thursday, April 21, DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin and Lombard Chief of Police Roy Newton announced that a 16-year-old male Glenbard East High School student had been charged with allegedly placing a drawing addressed to a teacher in the teacher’s file cabinet depicting an act of violence targeting the school. The juvenile appeared at a detention hearing recently where Judge Brian Jacobs ordered that the juvenile be released to the custody of his mother on home detention lockdown. The juvenile has been charged with one count of Disorderly Conduct - Threat to a School, a Class 4 Felony. His next court appearance is scheduled for Thursday, May 5.

It is alleged that on or about Wednesday, April 20, the teen placed a drawing in the teacher’s file cabinet depicting a character

See THREAT, Page 7 April 14 Retail theft was reported at a store in the 900 block of S. York at 8:47 p.m. Police said officers responded to the above location for a report of a retail theft that just occurred. Upon arrival, the complainant related that an unknown suspect described as a white male between 20 and 30 years old exited the store with multiple Claritin and Nexium products that he did not pay for.

Retail theft was reported at a store in the 900 block of S. York at 11:38 p.m. Upon police arrival, a complainant related three unknown suspects left the store with a cart full of liquor. The suspects left in an unknown direction. This case is pending investigation. The suspects were described as one black male and two black females.

Attempted deceptive practice was reported in the 600 block of W. Lorraine at 12:26 p.m.

A victim told police that she received a phone call from an unknown suspect who posed as a Medicare employee. The suspect asked the victim for her Medicare number which the victim provided. The victim checked her Medicare account and has not found any fraudulent activity. She will continue to monitor her account.

April 1-April 11 Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 200 block of N. Addison. A victim reports an unknown suspect(s) entered his parked vehicle and removed a box containing a Lenovo laptop.

April 1 Theft was reported at a store in the 100 block of Route 83 at 4:11 p.m. A victim related while at the store, she took off her ring and placed it on the sink in the store and tried on different lotions. After returning home, she realized she forgot her ring and contacted the store. Employees searched for the ring but were unable to locate it.

Nov. 24, 2021 Identity theft was reported in the 700 block of S. Hillside. A victim reports that an unknown suspect(s) used his information to open a Verizon phone account.

Theft of catalytic converters

According to information provided last week by the Elmhurst Police Department, police reported two incidents of catalytic converters being removed and stolen from vehicles at the following locations: the 800 block of S. Route 83 between Feb. 19 and April 16; and the 700 block of N. Industrial at 8:12 a.m.

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LWV offers demonstration of new voting machines System is more secure, offers paper backup ballots

By Dee Longfellow

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

On Saturday, April 23, members of the League of Women Voters were at the Elmhurst Public Library not only registering voters, but also

demonstrating the newest available technology in voting.

Marsha Baker and Sue Ottenfeld from the Elmhurst League were registering voters. Those performing the demonstration were Jan Dorner,

Dorothy McGuire and Grace Clear from the Elmhurst group and Melissa Nachman from the Wheaton League of Women Voters.

The system of checking in with election judges and identifying yourself remains roughly the same, but now when you depart the voting booth, you slide your ballot into a slot that actually goes into a machine that is inside a large briefcase, which can simply be closed up and taken to the Election Commission. All the paper ballots drop into a bin below and become an automatic record on paper, in case there is ever a need for a recount.

In order to try out the system, the League volunteers had a “ballot” for visitors to complete with questions like “Who is your favorite DEE LONGFELLOW PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent ex-President?” and “Who do you Grace Clear (left) and Dorothy McGuire, both members of the Elmprefer, the White Sox or the Cubs?” hurst League of Women Voters, were on hand at the Elmhurst Public Here’s hoping they publish the re- Library on Saturday, April 23 to demonstrate the county’s new voting sults. machines.

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“Any threat to the well-being of our students, teachers and school personnel will be taken very seriously,” Berlin said. “Students have got to understand that school threats are no joking matter and can have a chilling effect not just on students, teachers and staff, but also

on parents, siblings and the entire community. As I have said in the past, anyone suspected of making a threat, even if made in jest, will be fully investigated and appropriately charged.”

“Teachers can’t teach, and students can’t learn if they instead are concerned about their own personal safety,” Newton said. “We must do all we can to ensure that our schools remain free from violence and threats of violence.”

Members of the public are reminded that this complaint contains only charges and is not proof of the defendant’s guilt.

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Letters to the editor EPIC release didn’t belong on pg. 1, reader says

I was disappointed to see what was basically a press release for Elmhurst Parents for Integrity in Curriculum (EPIC) on the Independent’s front page on April 14.

There were several opinions and assertions about Social-Emotional learning with no attribution or sourcing, and more importantly, no rebuttal. This was not a news story. It was an advertisement for a fringe group upset that their children are being challenged by ideas that don‘t comport with their world view.

Of course, this is an opinion, so I wouldn’t expect to see it on your front page. But feel free to print it in letters to the editor.

Maria Balice

Say No to sale of White Pines Golf Course, reader urges

Recently, it has been reported and confirmed that the Bensenville Park District led by Park District Executive Director, Joe Vallez has “conceptual” plans to sell 125 acres of White Pines Golf Course for light industrial use. With the proceeds of this sale of approximately $125 million, Mr. Vallez has “conceptual” plans to re-develop the remaining 125 or more acres of White Pines into a Sports Complex with 14 soccer fields, 4 soft ball fields, and a large-scale hotel. How does a hotel on the former site of White Pines Golf Course benefit Bensenville residents?

Many Bensenville residents vehemently oppose the sale of White Pines Golf Course. This group of residents have done their due diligence and have documents through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) that Mr. Vallez and the Park District Board have been working on this sale for the past 2 years without the knowledge or support of Bensenville residents. It has been confirmed by Mr. Vallez that the Park District has spent [a great deal of money] exploring the various development options with regards to this sale. Mr. Vallez has stated that the Park District has approximately $7 million dollars of capital improvement needs, so why does he need $125 million?

Any type of industrial re-development of White Pines Golf Course is in Direct Conflict of the Mission Statement of the Bensenville Park District. The mission statement reads, “We enhance the quality of life through the preservation of our local history, open spaces and recreational opportunities for residents of all ages to enjoy.”

White Pines Golf Course has been a landmark in Bensenville since 1928! Is destroying the wetlands, removing all of the vegetation and the 4,000 trees throughout this golf course, along with all the wildlife that inhabit this area, really preserving our history and open spaces?

This re-development will affect all Bensenville residents’ quality of life.

As Mr. Vallez has explained, the decision to move forward with this proposed re-development is in the hands of his five commissioned Park Board

Officials. This group of residents believe that a sale of this magnitude that can generate $125 million in the pockets of the Bensenville Park District MUST NOT BE and SHOULD NOT BE in the hands of these 5 part-time Park District Officials. As of this date, the Park District has not made a village wide announcement of their “conceptual” plans for the sale of White Pines Golf Course for light industrial use. Let the residents of Bensenville be heard and vote on this important issue in the form of a village referendum.

Bill Hibner

of 7th Ward Alderman Mark Mulliner) and my son and a few of his classmates, voluntarily, were able to visit the Ronald McDonald House on a weekend to cook dinner for the families there. An SEL activity as its finest -- no politics, no indoctrination, no control but a wonderful SEL experience.

Educators WANT parents to be involved in their children’s emotional and personal lives and do not choose to govern such. That is another mistruth perpetrated by EPIC members, Alderman Mark Mullner and “self-proclaimed experts” such as Jennifer McWilliams and State Rep. Reader finds fault with Deanne Mazzochi.

Jennifer DeBosschere ‘self-proclaimed’ SEL expert As a high school social worker fin- parent of Kasie, Lara and Jake ishing 32 years in a nearby district, along with having two District 205 graduates and a 6th grader at Church- Resident does her ville, I cannot stay quiet any longer. research on SEL speaker When an assertion that taxpayers paid Last week, Elmhurst Parents for $46,000 for a Deep Equity Training Integrity in the Classroom (EPIC) Program only to do some research hosted a program on Social Emoand learned the monies came from a tional Learning on Monday, April 18.

Foundation Grant and Title 1 monies The featured speaker was Jennifer -- and then to hear that the Elmhurst McWilliams who promotes herself Library moved a book only to hear and was promoted by EPIC as “the that was another lie -- I said nothing. country’s foremost expert on SEL.” However, to read the Independent I was curious about her and did feature a Page 1 article on this group some research that your readers and then a page 4 follow up to their might be interested in. “self-proclaimed” speaker event deMcWilliams was a reading internouncing SEL programming, I have vention instructor in Frankton Eleto state some truths. mentary School in February 2020, After writing SEL goals, partic- when she was fired from her job for ipating in curriculums and surveys a Facebook posting regarding the in my district for decades, there are district’s SEL curriculum. She submany falsehoods of which the speak- sequently filed a lawsuit in federal er, Jennifer McWilliams, used in- court claiming that her First Amendcluding: ment rights were breached. The Su• SEL Surveys are NOT used, in perintendent of Frankton School said Elmhurst and the surrounding areas, she was fired “for publicly posting to learn “oppressors vs. oppressed”. false and harmful statements about I have never used that word in any the district.” (Editor’s note: The of my SEL related activities. Instead, May 19, 2020 edition of the Indiana we use words such as empathy, com- Herald Bulletin printed a story tipassion, self control, teamwork, em- tled: “Ex-instructor claims Frankton powerment. These are not words or school officials violated free speech actions leading to “indoctrination, rights, which verifies these findings. conditioning and brainwashing- See heraldbulletin.com.) much like a cult.”

Following her firing, McWilliams • These SEL surveys are also NOT began to have a larger social media used to filter certain students nor are presence. She was the founder of a their social security numbers used group called “Purple for Parents Inand I’m not sure what she meant diana Inc.,” which according to its about these survey scores going web site, “informs, advocates, and “global.” This is just preposterous to engages Hoosiers [Indiana residents] me as a professional and parent. to protect children from harmful I did not attend her event, have not agendas saturating the education sysbeen fired and have no “ax to grind” tem.” against any school systems. I can She also opposes the role of school consider myself an SEL expert at this counsellors [according to her address point in my career and feel negative- in Elmhurst on Monday, April 18], ly about the misgivings and mistruths claiming they now prefer to be called represented and then reinforced by “social justice advocates.”

EPIC, local and state politicians and After her firing, McWilliams bethe Elmhurst Independent. SEL is gan speaking out on social media not a political force and I object to about SEL. She identifies herself as it being stretched and used as such. a teacher and a parent but has no speI also appreciate the many SEL cific professional training in counselactivities, surveys and curriculums ing or children’s mental health, other offered by Elmhurst School District than participating in the district’s 205 as well as the staff and admin- SEL training, a fact she mentioned istration. I can cite many fine exam- in her address on April 18. Her critples of this afforded to my children icisms are largely ideological, based but will mention just one here: My on her stated opinion that “education now-25-year-old son and his class should not be influenced by social at Churchville Middle School was justice or inclusion.” asked to collect soda pop cans for McWilliams stated that a tenet the Ronald McDonald House. A of the SEL curriculum used in her follow-up trip was facilitated by school was “seek first to understand then-teacher Barbara Mulliner (wife rather than to be understood.” Ac-

cording to McWilliams, learning to understand another’s point of view is not compatible with her moral stance on some issues, such as the rights of transgender students.

After her firing, McWilliams started a consulting business, promoting herself as “the country’s leading expert on SEL.” Zoom sessions are $350 for 60 minutes and she garners income from a variety of speaking engagements like the one in Elmhurst. Other funding sources for her consulting business were not available on her web site.

Clearly, SEL is a growing topic in public education especially after the trauma of the pandemic. It is truly a shame that efforts to address issues such as trauma, bullying, social isolation are being coopted by a political agenda.

Marsha Baker

The inconvenient truth about the creation of U-205

When you read the official history of U-205, they talk about the consolidation of the district in the 1970s in one sentence.

They don’t tell you about the opposition to U-205 by the taxpayers of Churchville District #3, the teachers at York and the Churchville #3 teachers.

District #3 was all the property north of Armitage in Elmhurst.

If you go back and read past issues of The Independent you will find out that District #46, Elmhurst south of Armitage was in very bad financial shape. Downtown Elmhurst was almost a ghost town.

District #3 had just finished the new Churchville on York Road in 1970.

The three District #3 grade schools Crestview, Cornille and Conrad Fisher were all about 20 years old. District #46 still had Hawthorne, Field, Lincoln, Washington and Roosevelt that were all of the same age. They were old and decrepit.

You already know from another of my letters that District #3 was on the wrong side of the tracks, the wrong side of North Avenue, and the wrong side of Armitage. Now why would anyone choose District #3 over District #46? Money! The District #3 salary left District 46 in the dust.

While with unification the District #46 teachers would see a big bump, the District #3 would see only a slight increase, the York teachers were going to get as they say in gangster movies, take “Two in the head.”

The York teachers would be frozen and not see a pay increase for two or three years.

District #3 was flush with cash.

Drive up into old District #3 with a time machine. Go back to the ‘70s and erase all the industry and auto dealers. Look at Elmhurst then.

Bring back the mushroom barns on Lake Street. Put the corn fields and corn stand back by the power lines.

Would District #46 have salivated over District #3? No way. There would have never been a U-205.

U-205 is the result of unadulterated greed on the part of Elmhurst south of Armitage.

When the referendum was put on

the ballot, it might as well have been made in Moscow. A majority of the votes cast determined unification or continued independence.

When you go back and check the precinct totals. North of Armitage—a resounding no. South of Armitage— yes. It was a fore drawn conclusion District #3 was to be no more. There just weren’t enough people in District #3 to keep their independence.

Paul Guerino Elmhurst

Reader says SEL speaker deceives and misleads

Last week, your newspaper (the Elmhurst Independent, 4/21/22 edition, pg. 4) highlighted a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Symposium here in Elmhurst featuring an “SEL expert” named Jennifer McWilliams.

From start to finish, Ms. McWilliams misled the audience by cherry-picking information and presenting falsehoods designed to demonize SEL. For example, throughout her presentation, Ms. McWilliams referenced Leader in Me, an SEL program at her former school that she claims brainwashes students and indoctrinates them into a cult. But she never told the audience that Leader in Me is just the kid version of the bestselling, mainstream program, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

These habits are about as non-controversial as can be: Be Proactive, Think Win/Win, Begin With the End in Mind.

Time and time again, Ms. McWilliams misdefined core SEL concepts either intentionally or because she is uninformed.

For example, she railed against Growth Mindset* because Growth Mindset supposedly teaches students to avoid individual responsibility and rely on the government to fix everything. In actuality, Growth Mindset teaches students to take personal responsibility to grow in any area, including academics.

Ms. McWilliams did surface important questions regarding the boundary between parents and schools when covering sensitive topics such as sexuality. Sadly, her single-minded obsession with demonizing SEL prevented her from making nuanced and compelling arguments.

In the end, Ms. McWilliams would only take audience questions submitted on notecards. No one other than Ms. McWilliams and the event organizers was permitted to speak. And for good reason: if your presentation relies heavily on falsehoods, free speech might just expose you.

Mawi Asgedom

(* Editor’s note: A growth mindset means that “you thrive on challenge, and don’t see failure as a way to describe yourself but as a springboard for growth and developing your abilities. Your intelligence and talents are all susceptible to growth.”

Source: Mindset Works, drawing on research by Dr. Carol Dweck of Western Governors University (WGU).)

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Letter to the editor Teacher: SEL is ‘nothing like what McWilliams described’

I was dismayed to read the full-page article featuring EPIC’s non-credentialed SEL speaker, Jennifer McWilliams. I am an in-the-trenches middle-school English teacher in a nearby suburb.

I also taught in a nearby high school from 2017-20. In my classroom experiences, SEL looks nothing like what McWilliams describes.

I have been teaching SEL lessons for the last five years and the lessons are not in the least bit politicized or indoctrinating. Lessons suggested by my two different districts focused on skills like understanding and constructively

processing emotions, effectively managing stress, relationship skills like being a good friend and communicating effectively with others, being responsible for one’s actions, and strategies for making good decisions.

My colleagues and I are seeing a lot of hurting students – kids who are suffering from depression, anxiety, and feelings of not belonging -- exacerbated by the pandemic. To think that our students don’t need some emotional support and instruction is ludicrous.

I invite any parent who questions the value of SEL instruction to spend a day in a local school. I bet you a nickel you’ll want to spend some time at “Calm Corner” before the dismissal bell.

Karen Fitzer, Elmhurst

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Mazzochi: Latest criminal charges prove action needed on red light cameras State Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) reiterated legislative action is essential to curb out-ofcontrol red light camera corruption.

Federal authorities filed criminal charges against former Oakbrook Terrace Mayor Anthony Ragucci on Friday, April 15.

The charges include bribery associated with red light camera company, SafeSpeed.

Ragucci was allegedly paid based on revenues the company received from cameras in Oakbrook Terrace

and contract renewals with the city.

SafeSpeed has been linked to numerous federal investigations against other municipalities and officials.

“We’ve known for years that these charges were coming,” Mazzochi said. “The Illinois Department of Transportation is well aware of the problems with these cameras, but the Pritzker administration continues to do nothing but drag their feet and refuse to remove these cameras.”

Mazzochi filed House Bill 4102 to revoke IDOT’s approval of automat-

ed traffic law enforcement systems if they’ve been associated with civil or criminal corruption charges involving a state legislator, member of the executive branch with oversight authority on the matter, or a member of local government who held power over its installation.

It also allows members of the public targeted by corrupt red light cameras the right to challenge the tickets in court.

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Crestview Garden Club to host 42nd annual plant sale The Crestview Garden Club of Elmhurst annual plant sale will be in full bloom on Saturday, May 14 from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. This year’s sale will be held at a new location at the Depot at Wild Meadows Trace, 511 S. York St., near the Prairie Path, just north of Vallette.

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“This is commonsense legislation.

Residents should not have to pay because officials want to line their pockets, and they should not continue because local governments get addicted to the money,” Rep. Mazzochi said.

Yet, despite garnering a number of co-sponsors, “Democratic House leadership killed the bills,” she noted.

“Not a single Democratic legislator from DuPage County had the courage to stand up against this public corruption in our backyard,” Mazzochi said.

Mazzochi noted that the multitude of criminal charges involving legislators and local officials confirms

that “red light cameras are intrinsically linked to corruption throughout the state. Illinois desperately needs stronger ethics laws to deter endemic corruption like this, but in the meantime my legislation will provide relief to drivers caught up in these schemes. That’s something all Illinois legislators should get behind.”

Mazzochi plans to refile House Bill 4102 for consideration during the fall veto session. “Hopefully Democratic legislators who previously promised to reform red light cameras in Illinois will actually keep that promise with their vote.”

(This was received from the office of State Representative Deanne Mazzochi.)

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Economic Outlook includes recovery from pandemic-induced downturn Chamber’s Quigley reports on recent luncheon meeting There’s both good and bad news to report regarding America’s recovery from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic-induced healthcare crisis and economic downturn, resulting in an 8.5 percent increase in the inflation rate from March of 2021.

That was among the financial data shared with some 250 businesspeople and 39 exhibitors representing Elmhurst and 23 other west suburban chambers of commerce at the 20th annual Economic Outlook Luncheon held at Ashyana Banquets in Downers Grove on Tuesday, April 19.

Anna Paulson, executive vice president and director of research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, delivered the event’s Keynote Address in-person for the first time following her March 3, 2021, debut via Zoom video conferencing.

Titled “The Economy: How Did We Get Here and Where Are We Headed?”, Paulson’s power-point presentation highlight the “rapidity” of both America’s Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic-induced financial crisis and the inflation-producing recovery.

Prior to his introduction of the key-

note speaker, John Quigley, president and CEO of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry, thanked Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau Executive Director Larry Forssberg for his collaboration and gave a brief history of the event— which started in 2003 as a joint venture of the WSCCTB and ECCI. Carl Tannenbaum, executive vice president and chief economist at Northern Trust, served as the keynote speaker for the first five years and then William “Bill” Strauss presented for 13 years before retiring as Senior Economist and Economic Advisor in the Economic Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago shortly after the February 2022 luncheon.

“Our keynote speakers have provided essential insight into the working of the American economy—often predicting Bear-like challenges and Bull-like opportunities a year or more in advance,” said Quigley.

Paulson stated that doing an in-person presentation after years of virtual meetings and events was much welcomed and an honor for her to follow in the footsteps of Tannebaum and

Strauss.

Her presentation started out by highlighting the disparity between key economic factors, such as the increasing rate of inflation versus low interest rates and relatively “tight” job market versus historically-low unemployment rates.

Paulson reported that the “rapidity” of economic downturn was mitigated by the “rapidity” of the recovery thanks primarily to a strong fiscal policy response by the federal government, strong monetary policy response by the Fed and strong public health response.

“We developed vaccines in a record time,” said Paulson, reporting that nearly 70 percent of the population is fully vaccinated, “and made them available to the masses.”

The increase in the rate of inflation is a by-product of an economic recovery from June of 2020 to today that has been both faster and stronger than anticipated. A number of factors have exacerbated the inflation rate such as both supply chain and job staffing issues, and rising food costs and sky-rocketing gasoline prices stemming from Russia’s war on Ukraine.

“Inflation and labor (concerns) might

be the trade-off we will have to accept against a slower recovery and possible recession,” Paulson said.

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is project continued low unemployment rates and for the inflation rate to moderate towards historical norms.

Factors reducing the inflation rate include a moderation in supply pressures and less-accommodative fiscal/monetary policy. Supply pressures include a shift in consumer consumption from goods back to services, supply response to higher relative prices and return of workers to the labor force.

“Will inflation moderate?” Paulson said. “People’s expectations are for inflation to moderate.”

Household income has been buoyed through the pandemic by financial assistance at the federal level and increased unemployment insurance benefits, most wage growth has benefitted low- and moderate-income workers, and personal savings is higher than normal.

Consumer consumption has skewed toward goods (automobiles, electronics, etc.) over services (restaurants, en-

tertainment, etc.) during the pandemic versus the traditional breakdown of two-thirds for services and one-third for goods.

An entrepreneurship anomaly coming out of the economic crisis is that a historically-high number of small businesses were created over the past two years.

“While bigger businesses can absorb higher costs (for labor, materials, etc.),” Paulson stated, “small businesses can be more nimble and adapt changes quicker.”

The luncheon program also included a power-point presentation on the Metropolitan Emergency Response & Investigation Team (MERIT) by Village of Westmont Chief of Police Jim Gunther, who is serving a two-year term as Chair of MERIT’s Executive Board.

Prior to the luncheon, Anna Paulson met in round table-style with participating chamber executives to learn more about the concerns of their member businesses.

This article was written and submitted by John R. Quigley, president and CEO of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

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Wise Investment Builders Work with this fresh new plan or build to suit. Covered outdoor space off family room and kitchen eating area, very open, 1st floor study, 2.5 car heated garage, 4 large beds up with luxurious master suite with dual WIC’s and spa bath, and finished basement with guest suite with full bath, rec room, wet bar and flex room. Walk to new Lincoln school, the IL Prairie Path, Pioneer & Ben Allison Parks, and the hip Spring Road Business District. Rare opportunity to work with this quality of a builder from Day 1 and make it your own! $1,375,000

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Cherry Farms Locale

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Upstairs has 4 large bedrooms with great closets, master suite with private bathroom and WIC, additional full bath and pull-down stair to large attic for tons of storage. Fully remodeled, finished basement offers laundry, play room, game area, workshop space, bar with island, and media room with fireplace and built-ins. Deep lot with playset, custom shed, and 2.5 car garage with attic storage. Meticulously maintained, professionally landscaped, newer windows and driveway, and brand new carpet upstairs. Choice area for middle school (Bryan or Sandburg). $979,000 415279

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We’re thrilled to announce Suburban Bank & Trust will soon become Elmhurst Bank. We’re not a bank for the suburbs, we’re a bank for Elmhurst. Now our name carries on that commitment!

What’s changing • The name of the bank • To better serve the community, we’re adding a new location at 115 W. Third St., in downtown Elmhurst, opening this spring 2022

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• Our superior service or the accounts you rely on

• As Elmhurst’s community bank, we want to be in the heart of the community

• We’re still a Wintrust Community Bank with free community services other banks have eliminated • The same great people you’ve grown to know and trust will be providing the same in-person and digital services you’ve come to expect

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Suburban Bank & Trust/Elmhurst Bank is a branch of Hinsdale Bank & Trust Company, N.A. 1. Account Benefits. Online banking is required to access mobile banking, remote deposit capture, and Zelle®. Internet/mobile connectivity is required. Deposits made through mobile banking or remote deposit capture are subject to deposit limits and funds are typically available by next business day. Deposit limits may change at any time. Third-party message and data rates may apply. Other restrictions apply. For more information go to: wintrust.com/ agreement-and-disclosure. 2. ATM Fees. There is no Wintrust Financial Corporation (‘WTFC’) transaction charge at any ATM in the Allpoint, ATM Access (Town Bank, N.A. Only), MoneyPass, or Sum surcharge free networks. Other banks outside the network may impose ATM surcharges at their machines. Surcharge fees assessed by owners of other ATMs outside the network may be reimbursed depending on account type opened. Reimbursement does not include the 1.10% International Service fee charged for certain foreign transactions conducted outside the continental United States.

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Community calendar

Thursday, April 28 • From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Frick Center, Alexander Room, Elmhurst University will host a blood drive.

Appointments encouraged, walkins welcome. To sign up, call or text (847) 305-9998 or visit Versiti Blood Center of Illinois at versiti.org/IL. Required: photo ID, email address. Donors should eat healthy, drink plenty of water, limit energy drinks and be well-rested. All donors will receive a $10 e-gift card that can be used at a variety of stores.

• At 7:30 p.m., Elmhurst University presents the Late Night Blues Vocal Jazz Ensemble in a Benefit Concert for Ukraine featuring artists Jess Brooks, Lewis Achenbach and Kristin Wenc at Elmhurst Hall, 119 No. York St. Free and open to the public.

lition and the University of Ill. Extension Master Gardeners. Free and open to the public. Info: elmhurstucc.org.

• Beginning at 7 p.m., the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra will present “Orchestral Brilliance” featuring percussionist She-e Wu at the Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, located at 149 W. Brush Hill Road in Elmhurst. The church has accessible facilities and free parking. Behind the Music Stand lecture led by audience favorite Dr. Ted Hatmaker will take place at 5:45 p.m. prior to the concert. Tickets are $35 for adults, $32 for seniors, and $12 for students (school-age or college with ID) and can be purchased at elmhurstsymphony.org or by calling 630-941-0202.

Visit the web site closer to the concert date for updated COVID protocols.

• At 7 p.m., Music@Bethel presents a jazz performance by the Alyssa Allgood Quartet at Bethel United Church of Christ, 315 East St. Charles Road. Tickets are $20 available on Eventbrite or at the door. Students free. Parking is free and the church is accessible. For more information call (630) 279-4040.

participate in free family-friendly activities at each museum. Visitors are invited to park at one location and walk or board the free Explore Elmhurst trolley. Limited free parking is available at each museum. Info: elmhursthistory.org or elmhurstartmuseum.org or call 630-833-1457.

Tuesday, May 17 On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit District 205 Schools will be at Silverado Grill.

Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit District 205 Schools will be at Kilwins Elmhurst.

Sunday, May 22 At 2 p.m., the Elmhurst History Museum and the Elmhurst Public Wednesday, May 18 On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the Library will present a free program Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit called “Stories and Stones” at the Monday, May 16 District 205 Schools will be at Pri- library, 125 S. Prospect. Storyteller Marilyn Kinsella presents traditionOn behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the mos Locos. al Native American stories along Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit District 205 Schools will be at Doti Thursday, May 19 See CALENDAR, Page 17 On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the Liquors.

Thursday, April 28 Friday, April 29 Saturday, April 30 Sunday, May 1 York High School drama proudly presents Godspell on April 28, 29, 30 at 7:30 p.m. and May 1 at 2 p.m. in the Baker Auditorium. Tickets are $15 and go on sale Monday, April 18 at 9 a.m. at www.yorkdrama.org.

Monday, May 9 At 7 p.m., there will be free MediSaturday, April 30 care education for those who are turnSunday, May 1 ing 65 or for people who would like From 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day, the additional information outside of the Elmhurst Art Museum and RGL Mar- Medicare open enrollment period in keting for the Arts presents the 25th the fall. It will be held at the Elmhurst Annual Art in Wilder Park event in American Legion Post THB #187 conjunction with the Elmhurst Park located at 310 W. Butterfield Road.

District. The event features more 1-800-205-5176 RSVP appreciated than 125 exhibitors including local but not required. artists, musical acts, food vendors, a Kids Court for family activities and Tuesday, May 10 more. Admission to the Elmhurst Art On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the Museum is free throughout the fair. A Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit full exhibitor list is available at elm- District 205 Schools will be at Kimhurstartmuseum.org/events. mer’s Ice Cream.

Wednesday, May 11 On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit District 205 Schools will be at Gia Mia.

Thursday, May 12 On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit Wednesday, May 4 District 205 Schools will be at Nu On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the Crepes.

Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit District 205 Schools will be at Fitz’s Saturday, May 14 Pub. • From 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Crestview Garden Club will hold its Thursday, May 5 annual plant sale – rain or shine -- at On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the its new location – The Depot at Wild Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit Meadows Trace, 511 S. York, near the District 205 Schools will be at 151 Prairie Path, just north of Vallette St. Kitchen I Bar. There will be 1200 plants from 130+ varieties, plus house plants, wind Friday, May 6 chimes, honey from a beekeeper, On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the much more. Personal checks, cash, Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit major credit cards accepted.

District 205 Schools will be at Pilot • Beginning at 11:30 a.m., the Pete’s.

Spring Road Pet Parade will take place, stepping off from Silverado Saturday, May 7 Grill sharply at 1 p.m., where the pa• From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the First rade will end and pet tricks will beCongregational Church, 235 S. Ke- gin. Sign up at springroad.com/ournilworth, will be host its annual Green events/. Free and open to the public.

Garden Fair. Pick up pre-ordered certified organic vegetable and herb seed- Sunday, May 15 lings and/or purchase more. Purchase From 1-5 p.m., the Elmhurst Art organic growing mix and compost, Museum and the Elmhurst History learn how to live more sustainably Museum are coming together for Elfrom a variety of “green” exhibitors mhurst Museum Day, when visitors such as the Elmhurst Cool Cities Coa- are invited to explore exhibits and

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Monday, May 2 • At 10:30 a.m., the Elmhurst Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting at Wilder Mansion. Guests welcome. Info: elmhurstgardenclub.org.

• On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit District 205 Schools will be at Pints.

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ABNORMAL AGGRESSION ANIMALS BIOMEDICAL CAGES CARE DECLAWING ETHICS FARM FERAL FREE RANGE GENETICS LIBERATION MALNOURISHED NEEDS OVERBREED PETS PHARMING RESEARCH RESTRAINT SHELTER TESTING VETERINARIAN WELFARE

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

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CLUES ACROSS 1. North American people 6. Chinese surname 10. Fit in at the last minute 14. “Very” in musical terminology 15. Underwater displays 17. Crosby’s bandmates 19. Belong to he 20. Informed about the latest trends (archaic) 21. Sequences of alternating turns 22. Genus of grasses 23. Satisfy 24. Petty quarrel 26. Made level 29. Ruler of Iran 31. Historical region of Syria 32. Food suitable for babies 34. Something to lend 35. Zone of oceanic trenches 37. Philippine island 38. Domesticated animal 39. Plant of the lily family 40. Bluish green 41. __ Tomei, actress 43. Without (French) 45. Lilly and Manning are two 46. Apply pressure to 47. Divide in half 49. Bad deed 50. Don’t know when yet 53. Hollywood’s greatest honor 57. Aiming to exhort 58. Faked 59. A way to pierce 60. Midway between northeast and east 61. Points CLUES DOWN 1. Chop up 2. __ Spumante (Italian wine) 3. Egyptian goddess 4. Split pulses 5. Afflict 6. Type of area rug 7. Tide

8. Affirmative 9. Sudden change 10. One picked 11. Debauched man 12. Stiff bristles 13. Famous arena 16. Established rules and methods 18. Injection 22. Father 23. Protein-rich liquids 24. He delivers gifts 25. Advanced degree 27. Fencing swords 28. Chinese mountain range 29. Shaft horsepower (abbr.)

30. Precursor to hemoglobin 31. Much __ about nothing 33. Compound fabric (abbr.)

35. A way to act slowly on

36. Ottoman military commanders 37. Popular kids’ network 39. Hard compound 42. Sympathize with 43. Northeast college 44. Blood group 46. Frosted 47. Turn away 48. Benefit 49. Dry or withered 50. Bangladeshi monetary unit 51. Reproduced 52. Contributes 53. Thrust horse power (abbr.)

54. Wear 55. Promotes retention of water (abbr.)

56. Very small

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with a demonstration of tools such as N Tacos (both Elmhurst locations). bows, arrows and more. Registration is required at elmhurstpubliclibrary. Thursday, May 26 On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the org For info: visit elmhursthistory.

Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit org/320/Programs.

District 205 Schools will be at RoberMonday, May 23 to’s Ristorante.

On behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit Tuesday, May 31 District 205 Schools will be at ElmOn behalf of UCCA, a Taste of the hurst Brewing Co. Town ‘Eat & Earn’ event to benefit District 205 Schools will be at FranTuesday, May 24 cesca’s Amici.

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History Museum, Elmhurst Library to present ‘Stories and Stones’ On Sunday, May 22, beginning at 2 p.m., the Elmhurst History Museum and the Elmhurst Public Library will present a free program called “Stories and Stones” at the library, 125 So. Prospect.

Storyteller Marilyn Kinsella presents traditional Native American stories including “Skunny Wundy and the Stone Giants” from the Iroquois and a riveting tale from the North-

west, “The Whistling Tsonquas.”

She will be joined by primitive tool specialist Larry Kinsella as he demonstrates some of the tools mentioned in the stories including bows and arrows and more. This is a 45-minute program suitable for families. Registration is required at elmhurstpubliclibrary.org. For more information, visit elmhursthistory. org/320/Programs.

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The Elmhurst Independent - Thursday, April 28, 2022 • 19 The Elmhurst Independent - Thursday, July 16, 2020 • 19

IC Catholic Prep graduate ports Leslie headed to Le Moyne

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Will play volleyball for Division II school

I feel like I would be so bored without it because it has been such a big part of my life.”

Leslie said she has plenty of memories from IC Catholic Prep’s coach Nancy Kerrigan’s program.

“I loved playing there,” she said.

“I probably enjoyed school volleyball more than club because I love ference Prepstaff also my teamplay. and ICtheCatholic coaching recorded recent non-conference was very supportive on and off wins the againstIt Montini Chicago DePaul court. made itand a really good enPrep. The Knights 9-0 (Kerriwinners vironment to be in.were Coach over was Montini wereknown 7-6 victors gan) great.and I have her against DePaul. for a while.

When I was little, I did Nico Zambole was all Offensively, the little kids camps, and her leading the hitting atgrade .375, daughter wasteam in myinbrother’s atwhile IC.” Dennis Mandala was hitting .345.

“Nico our will leading hitter and Leslie saidis she miss plengreat defense.

He tyDennis abouthas IC played Catholic Prep.

“I will continues to playknit outstanding defense miss how close of a communiMustari said everytyinitcenter was,”field,” she said.

“I knew Jacob body at theGunther school.leads It willthebepitching weird staff with an ERAand of not 2.00.

Mustari going on campus knowing also high on improvement all theis faces.

I’llthe miss those closeof Trey Manchester. has beenand hitconnections with “Trey the coaches teachers. It will be weird for the first year or so.”

Leslie said pandemic life hasn’t been overly exciting, though her stay with it, even when games haven’t club gone volleyball our way.” team has started practicing again.lost “We been The Trojans 1-0have in penalty practicing three times kicks (4-2)two to ICorCatholic Prep ina a week,” she said. Conference “We are going to Metro Suburban Blue Dibe starting Bevision gametournaments and also lostagain.

1-0 to Latin fore that I haven’t been doing anySchool. thing because senior soccer season Other recent results for Timothy and the club season were included a volleyball 5-2 non-conference win cancelled. to go over LisleWe andwere a 2-1supposed conference win toagainst a fewWheaton club volleyball qualifiers Academy.

Timothy inwas Grand Rapidsitsand 4-4 through first Louisville. eight games This we have mark some oftourand summer, had a conference 1-1. naments nextgoalie few In the ICplanned Catholicover Prepthe game, weekends.

They allowed are littlenotournaCorinne Mykret regulaments all ofgoals the local clubs. tion orwith overtime and made 19 Nothing saves. large and really local.

Other than that, I have Through those first been eight trying games toMaddie work out a lot andleading stay inthe shape.

Drye was team I’ve been running a lot, so I got into that. I try and run every day.”

Leslie said she is scheduled to report to Le Moyne in the Aug. 1215 timeframe, but noted preseason volleyball activities already have

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I’m really excited to be able to play volleyball in college. It gives me ting well of late,” theto coach said.I Mussomething do. tari likes the fight and never-give-up feel his like would attitude teamI has.

“We arebe playing well,” he said. “Even when are losing, sonever bored we give upwithout until the last out.

The guys are exciteditforhas the rest of the it because season and are looking forward to the state tournament.” been such a big York girls part oflacrosse my life.”

IC Catholic Prep baseball team notches pair of wins

By Mike Miazga

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York girls lacrosse team plays Hinsdale Central tough

Recent IC Catholic Prep graduate Bella Leslie wanted to head east or college.

Her landing By Mike Miazgaspot ended up being atCORRESPONDENT NCAA Division II Le Moyne College where the Knights IC Catholic Prepformer baseball coach volleyball and soccer will Dan Mustari likes standout where things continue her volleyball career at are headed for his team on a numhe Newparticularly York schoolwhen as ber Syracuse, of fronts, aitlibero. comes to the pitching staff.

“Allpitching of the schools was and looking “Our staff hasIbeen keeps atgetting were on the East Coast,” Leslie better each week,” he said. old thekeep Independent “I “They pounding last the week. zone with visited Le strikes Moyneand andtheir really liked first-pitch locations t.have It reminded me of high school been very good.” because it was awere small The Knights 6-5school, through and their nfirst a smaller school a 11 games and you werewill off know to a 2-2 ot more faces thanSuburban if I wouldConferhave start in the Metro gone a bigger school.

The camence to Blue Division.

IC Catholic Prep pus therelost is really pretty.

It sits on recently 7-6 to St. Francis in cona big hill and the scenery around it s great. Everything is pretty close ogether. They have very nice facilties. The volleyball program has good workout facilities and a nice ocker room. I liked how modern it was.”

Leslie plans on studying nursing at Le Moyne. “They have a good nursing program,” she said. “As far

By Mike Miazga asCORRESPONDENT what kind of a nurse I want to be, The I’m Timothy not quiteChristian sure yet.” girls soccer Leslie volleyball and girls team hadplayed a pair of recent notable persoccer at IC Catholic Prep all four formances against IC Catholic Prep years.

She was Latin a center-midfielder and Chicago School. While on the Knights soccer team. Trojans’ both resulted in close losses, Leslie’s volleyball journey coach Jon Hamelinck was encouraged started in the fifth grade, the first with the positives within those games. year she could sport against at IC “Recently we play have the played Grade School. been playsome tough teamsShe’s in some tough conng club he volleyball ditions,” noted. “Wesince have seventh had good grade, with Chi-to resolvemost and arecently concerted teamthe effort cago Elite group that practices out of Scores in Willow Springs and Montini High School in Lombard.

“I’m really excited to be able o play volleyball in college,” she said. “It gives me something to do.

The York girls lacrosse was – Bella team Leslie off to a 5-2 start, with the only losses coming to standouts Loyola Academy and cancelled Hinsdale Central.

Dukes coach been due to the pandemRyan the Hinsdale ic.

“I Walz will noted probably leave Central Aug. game was hotly it’s contested. game 10-11 because a farThe drive,” wassaid. tied 5-5 halftime, Hinsdale she “Weat had Zoombutcall with the team recently and they said they should have an answer about our season in the next 7-10 days.

They talked about scenarios with five goals and three four assists.

Mili and whathad could likeanifassist. we Martens threehappen goals and start season and HopetheHuizenga had someone three goalsgets and sick we while have to stop Tornabene and go. two and assists, Angie That’s onegoals of the reasons why they had three and one assist. are looking at moving the season to Hamelinck has been particularthe nowrecent the plan is toof ly spring. pleased Right with the efforts have a season, but we Huizenga, Martens andwon’t Drye. know “Hope until the next days.” continues to 7-10 provide lots of energy Butgrit if all areofa the go, field,” Lesand in systems the middle lie herwell skills as he can’t said. wait “Militohastake done to win athe libero thedistribute, next leveland with the ball toand Maddie Dolphins. being for a libecontinues “I to feel be a like challenge other roteams you to have be really quick and dealtowith.” that The is typically what I the amseason good at.

Trojans started 4-0 I and have really since havegood facedreaction a string time,” of chalshe said. games.

“I like “One diving on the lenging thing I amfloor most and saving balls. a really good proud of right nowIt’s is their overall attifeeling youHamelinck make a save. tude aswhen a team,” said.The “We position fits my personality, too.

You have to be the loudest one on the court. I have a loud personality.

You have to be pretty loud if you want to be a libero. I think I match that description.”

pulled away in the second half and won 8-6.

Walz said Elle Duhig and Bella Swanson have been standing out of late. “Elle and Bella have been awesome on draw controls,” Walz said.

While Swanson and Duhig lead the team in scoring, Walz said it’s far from a two-man operation. “Bella and Elle lead the team in scoring, but we have a lot of great goal scorers,” Walz said.

That group Walz mentioned includes Julia Kogan, Olivia Holubowicz, Meg Walker, Bricylen Daniel and Bree Borchardt. And Walz likes what is happening on defense with the likes of Quinn Olson, Katie Kircher,

Maggie Rennick and Anina Mapes.

“Our defense and goaltending have been stellar lately,” he said. “Quinn, Katie, Maggie and Anna have been solid on defense.”

Walz added goalie Marina Piszczor, a Division I Xavier University commit, is ranked second in save percentage in the state. “Marina gives us a chance to win every game,” Walz added.

York traveled to Winnetka earlier this week to play New Trier and will head to the Rockford tournament Saturday before returning home Monday for senior night against Oak Park-River Forest (6:30 p.m. start).

Timothy Christian girls soccer team goes to wire with ICCP and Latin Trojans boys volleyball team upends Ridgewood

started off the season hot going 4-0, and then hit a tough week with games against Highland Park, Plainfield Central, IC and Latin. They continue to show up ready to improve, which is important at this part of our season.”

Timothy Christian boys volleyball The Timothy Christian boys volleyball team notched a recent 25-13, 25-5 Metro Suburban Conference win against Ridgewood.

Junior Shane Roozeboom had 11 Bucolo killsAnthony and hit .833 with fires those a11pitch kills game. coming on 12 attempts with only one

miscue. Ryan DeBoer added five kills, while Jack Bone had four. Timothy hit an impressive .607 for the match with 20 kills in 28 attempts (3 errors). Roozeboom also had four service aces, while Ty Van Laten had two aces. Van Laten had five digs. Freshman Owen Wise finished with 16 setting assists.

In other recent action, the Trojans lost 25-21, 19-25, 25-18 to Wheaton Academy in MSC action. DeBoer CHRIS FOX PHOTO Elmhurst Independent led with 14 kills, while Roozeboom had eight kills. DeBoer had six service aces and had 15 digs for a douduring a recent U12 15 baseball ble-double (14 kills, digs). Wise had 21 assists.

U12 baseball action

York boys tennis team logs Community Bank pair of top-five invite finishes • Stopka Bison noted she is seeing progress across the board for Dukes and ble and transparent andthe communicate added there are specific items she with everybody.” would to see her Stopka team continue As farlike as the future, wants to work hard at. at a high level on York competing “Our singles players adjusting a consistent basis.

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We want to keepat the pipeline net to finish points.” that going with the younger Yorkof players. has upcoming groups We want tomatches make against Maine South (non-confersure we are not only competitive, but that areWSC competing for regionence)weand Silver Division foes als, sectionals supersectionals.

Glenbard West and Hinsdale Central.

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Barr went over the recent Maine South invitational. Through late last week 1,000-career kill threshold lastafall for mark the Dukes girls volleyPaul and Maxiener sported 10-3 together. ball team and still has a season to add to that total.

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Off to a great start

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The IC Catholic Prep girls soccer team started its 2022 season by going 9-0 and outscoring those nine opponents by a combined total of 34-0.

Below: From left, sophomore Lucy Russ, junior Ashley Zwolinski, sophomore Allie Geiger, sophomore Avery Berschel and sophomore Molly Ryan are key defensive contributors to an IC Catholic Prep girls soccer team that outscored opponents 34-0 in its first nine contests.

Blowing its top

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This is the goal “thermometer” that was used to allow York High School’s Eco Club to keep track of how much plastic was being collected prior to Earth Day to make the school a greener place. As the sign shows, the students made 148 percent of its goal, collecting 4,442 pounds of plastic for Trex Film. The Club was awarded $2,500 from Trex for its efforts.

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York students see green on Earth Day Awarded $2,500 for collecting over 4,000 pounds of plastic

Earth Day is extra special this year for the York High School Eco Club, a 15-member student organization. Since October, this group has worked tirelessly to promote the importance of recycling to their peers and the community. The group was recognized on Friday, April 22 as a Trex Film Recycling Challenge Champion and awarded $2,500 and a Trex bench by the organization.

“Your hard work and dedication throughout the Plastic Film Recycling Challenge has paid off,” stated an email confirming the recognition for York’s efforts. “From extreme plastic collection to explosive content creation, to incredible community outreach...there was never a dull moment.”

On Friday, April 22, the group was recognized in a virtual ceremony.

Led by York teacher Robert Blaus, the student organization began their project after he discovered the challenge and knew it would be perfect for the Eco Club.

Blaus, who ad_Lombardian is retiring at the of Lombardian ad end 4/9/22

this year after 23 years in District 205, said he was inspired to do this with the students.

“I wanted to share with my students and show them that if people do just a little bit, mountains can be moved,” he said.

“We had lots of help from our parents, too,” said Erin Pahl, York student and member of the Eco Club, whose father helped by reaching out to a Target store to arrange to pick up plastic from the retailer.

“One day, there was 70 pounds and the loads just kept getting bigger and bigger.”

In total, the Eco Club collected 4,442 pounds of plastic.

“I wanted to teach people proper recycling techniques and what you can and can’t recycle - like plastic bags,” said Madison Brown, York student and president of the Eco Club. “It was really nice to see lots of people dropping things off.”

The group will be using the award money to install two more water bottle fillers in York High School, thus continuing the efforts to reduce plastic.

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Pictured here is the York High School Eco Club, which has worked since last October to collect plastic and advance the effort to recycle at the school. For their efforts, the Club was awarded $2,500 after collecting 4,442 pounds of plastic, which will be used to install two more water bottle filters at York, continuing the efforts to reduce plastic.

Ed Napleton Auto Group collecting diapers for March of Dimes

While most local businesses are turning inward to survive, one in Elmhurst is reaching out to help neighbors with babies and small children.

Diaper costs are rising rapidly due to supply chain issues and worker shortages across the country, so Ed Napleton Auto Group, including its Napleton Kia of Elmhurst dealership at 727 W. Grand Ave. in Elmhurst and Ed Napleton Acura at 745 W Lake St., also in Elmhurst have launched a diaper drive in partnership with the March of Dimes to help area families make “bare ends” meet.

Through Saturday, April 30, employees, customers, and neighbors

are invited to drop off new packages of diapers in all baby sizes. Unopened diaper packages can be dropped off at any Illinois Napleton dealership between 10 am – 6 pm Monday through Friday and 10 am – 6 pm on Saturday (closed Sunday).

For a complete list of locations, click here. In addition, online donations toward the purchase of new diapers can be made here.

“Most of us at Napleton are parents or have family members with children,” explained Susie Staskie, controller, Ed Napleton Auto Group.

“We can relate to the high cost of baby products which can be a hard-

ship for struggling families. It was a natural fit to partner with March of Dimes to help make life a little more affordable for our Illinois neighbors.”

According to the National Diaper Bank Network, a typical family spends between $75 and $100 a month to keep one baby clean. Making matters worse for families, consulting firm Alix-Partners found the cost of diapers rose by 12 percent at the start of the pandemic and federal programs like Medicare and WIC do not cover diapers.

For more information on the March of Dimes/Napleton diaper drive, contact Susie Staskie at 312-259-3326.

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DuPage CASA recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month three-year-old grandson who was a victim of abuse. She encouraged her neighbors to do the same to bring her community together to protect children. The blue ribbon has been the national symbol for child abuse prevention ever since.

CASA of DuPage County encourages everyone in the community to play a role in keeping children safe.

Join the effort and tie a blue ribbon to a tree in your neighborhood or wear one on your lapel. Most importantly, if you see something that you think is just not right related to the safety of a child, call the DCFS hotline 1-800-25-ABUSE. Other ways you can show your support this month: • Be a positive and nurturing parent or caregiver and help others do the same.

• Make children in your life a priority, assuring they are in safe and healthy environments.

• Wear a blue ribbon during the month of April to show your support.

• Call the DCFS hotline 1-800-25-ABUSE if you suspect abuse or neglect.

• Follow DuPage CASA on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram.

“We express our sincerest gratitude to the entire DuPage County Community for participating in this important campaign and supporting our vision that every child deserves a safe, permanent and nurturing home,” said Su-

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April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, but for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of DuPage County and more than 900 CASA organizations around the country, child abuse prevention is our priority every day. Nearly 700,000 children are abused in the United States each year. Children under the age of one year have the highest level of victimization and children growing up in households with domestic violence and drug abuse are at the highest risk of abuse and neglect in their homes.

Preventing child abuse starts with recognizing the importance of strengthening families in our community. Establishing economic support, positive parenting education and quality child care are cited by the CDC as the most effective child abuse prevention strategies.

This month CASA of DuPage County tied blue ribbons at the entrance to the DuPage County Courthouse and posted signage sharing the DCFS hotline number. The organization representatives were joined by the DuPage County Chief Judge Kenneth Popejoy, along with Juvenile Court Judges Anthony Coco and Brian Jacobs, Probate Court Judge James Orel, and Judge Ann Celine Walsh, Presiding Judge of Specialty and Juvenile Courts Division.

The Blue Ribbon Campaign began in the spring of 1989 when Bonnie Finney of Virginia tied a ribbon on her car to acknowledge the loss of her

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