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Park Board hires PR consultants to engage community in Vision 2020 Firm to assess strategies, timelines to consider referendum in the future

By Chris Fox

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

The most recent meeting of the Elmhurst Park Board included a presentation from representatives of Public Communications, Inc. (PCI), a Chicago based public relations firm. In May district staff spoke with three firms about providing assistance with assessing strategies and timelines if the district board decides to pursue a referendum in the future. District staff was reportedly drawn to PCI’s discussion about the importance of sustaining community engagement and enthusiasm about the district’s Vision 2020 plan. That plan, which became effective on Jan. 1, 2018, is the district’s updated strategic plan.

PCI representatives spoke to the board about the firm’s Tier 1 plan for community engagement, which the firm will implement by this September. The Tier 1 plan reportedly includes analysis of past research and the development of materials, including a frequently asked questions (FAQ) sheet. The Tier 1 plan also includes updated copy on the district’s website.

By consensus, board members directed Rogers and district staff to accept PCI’s proposal for its Tier 1 service, which carries a cost of $13,600.

No referendum planned for November ballot In discussing the possibility of the park district pursuing a referendum, Rogers said the district would not place a referendum question on the ballot this fall. He noted that Elmhurst School District 205 may place a referendum question on the ballot this fall, and that the school district’s board would have to pass a resolution by August if it did decide to pursue a referendum in this November’s election.

Park District has not gone to referendum since 1972 Rogers also noted that the park district has not placed a referendum question on the ballot since 1972. He said that placing a question on the ballot in the spring of 2019 would not be wise, as turnout in that election would be low. It would make more sense, Rogers said, to pursue a referendum in the spring or fall elections of 2020, when turnout would likely be high.

Board members didn’t specifically discuss during the June 25 meeting how much they might seek in a potential referendum question. They also did not discuss exactly what the potential referendum funds would pay for. Recent surveys conducted by the district indicate indoor fitness facilities as one of the community’s top priorities.

As Rogers stated, the district asked the community if they wanted any-

thing different. The community responded, and the district listened. The district is in the process of figuring out what it might cost to provide what the community is looking for. At some point, Rogers said, the district will ask the community if they would like to fund a proposal that would serve a public demand. Rogers also said the Elmhurst Park District is in the bottom quarter of tax rates of the 36 park districts in DuPage County.

Elmhurst helps one of its own

Spaeth said the prospect of a referendum could be overwhelming to residents. He said that while the district hasn’t yet decided to seek a referendum, it would be important to inform the community the impact of a potential proposal to their taxes.

Spaeth said the district needs to show residents that a potential referendum from the park district would be financially viable and would cause a small increase in residents’ taxes.

DEE LONGFELLOW PHOTO Elmhurst Independent

A smiling Carol Swedler takes the keys to her 2005 Chevy Uplander van from Mike Larson, owner of My Mechanic located on Butterfield Road just east of Spring. Larson purchased and repaired the vehicle for the purpose of donating it to someone in need so he contacted Jackie Crnkovich of the Elmhurst Walk-In Assistance Network (EWAN) to find just the right person. Through an application process, the perfect person turned out to be Swedler.

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Walk-in Ministry, My Mechanic change a woman’s life Resident caring for four grandchildren receives replacement vehicle

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

She doesn’t like to talk about the circumstances and who could blame her? It’s hard to talk about without fighting tears.

In 2008, Carol Swedler took possession of her four grandchildren when their parents (her son and daughter-in-law) died in a car accident. The younger of the two children are 16 and 18 years old and still living with her, while the other two are living elsewhere on their own.

Earlier this spring, Mike Larson,

owner of My Mechanic on Butterfield Road in Elmhurst, contacted Jackie Crnkovich, executive director of the Elmhurst Walk-In Assistance Network (EWAN) to say he had purchased and repaired a vehicle for the purposes of donating it to someone in need.

“He asked if we would use our network to find a deserving recipient and thus form a partnership in the donation,” Crnkovich told the Independent in an interview. “I drew up a description of the car and the parameters for ownership as well as an

application. Then we advertised the car to our clients and on our Facebook page as well as some other local groups’ Facebook pages.”

One would think thousands of people would line up to apply to receive a vehicle at no cost to them.

“Surprisingly, we were not inundated with applicants,” she said. “In truth, Carol was the first. She applied when her car with about 215,000 miles on it broke down and was deemed not worth repairing. She is a good choice with two teenagers in the house who still need some trans-

portation, as well as her own need to get to and from work.”

The vehicle turned out to be a 2005 Chevy Uplander van that Larson had already spent time and energy fixing up with everything from new tires to wiper blades.

“I really wanted to reach out to find someone we could help right here in our own community,” he said.

“That’s why I talked to Jackie and the EWAN organization. I knew they helped people right here in Elmhurst and that she had a network of people and ways to reach out and find some-

Is it Dave Smith? Or Dave Small?

DEE LONGFELLOW PHOTO Elmhurst Independent

Elmhurst Lions Club President Jim Worden holds up his own version of “Dave Small” – the small figure in his hand. Dave Smith (pictured right) was the recipient of the Club’s Lion of the Year award, given at the Club’s 78th Installation dinner held on June 21 at River Forest Country Club.

When the plaque arrived, apparently a mistake had occurred at Lions International because the plaque read “Dave Small” rather than Dave Smith. Story and more photos elsewhere in this issue.

Block parties take place in Elmhurst City Centre through summer Every Wednesday night in June and July, families are invited to the downtown area to enjoy live music. In the Fountain Plaza at Schiller and York, visitors will enjoy live music along with kid-friendly crafts and activities.

There will even be doggie treats for four-legged friends.

Music will be performed live at North York Plaza in front of the Elmhurst 255 residential building. (Note: No event on July 4.)

Block to block lineup for weeks to come: July 11: Marlon & the Shakes in the

Fountain Plaza, The Bill Riddle Quartet in the North York Plaza July 18: John Charles Weston Trio in the Fountain Plaza, Scottie Long Music Duo in the North York Plaza July 25: Blue Aura in the Fountain Plaza, Lake Effect in the North York Plaza

one who needed this vehicle.”

It was a real delight when Swedler was able to sign the paperwork to obtain the title and when Larson at last handed her the keys. The delight was in his eyes as much as hers.

It’s just another beautiful story about Elmhurst reaching out to help one of its own.

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Lions Club holds 78th annual Installation Dinner Savage to serve as Club President for upcoming year

By Dee Longfellow

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

It was a warm and intimate setting on the upper level of River Forest Country Club, where about 75-80 members of the Elmhurst Lions Club along with special guests gathered for the Club’s 78th annual Installation Dinner.

Following dinner, outgoing President Lion Jim Worden gave a yearin-review presentation to summarize the Club’s contributions and special events over the past year.

He then moved on to presentations. The Lion of the Year award was presented to Lion Dave Smith.

Worden had some fun explaining a mix-up that had happened when

Lions International sent Smith’s engraved plaque.

“I don’t now how this happened, but they made a mistake in the engraving and wrote Dave ‘Small’ instead of Dave ‘Smith’” Worden said, “This is Dave Small!” he quipped, holding up a tiny paper figurine of Smith, explaining that it was the “real” Dave Small.

Although he wasn’t in the audience that evening, the Melvin Jones Award was to be presented to Lion Jeff Slovick. His plaque arrived in perfect shape – and with perfect spelling!

“Yeah, it’s funny that they spell ‘Slovick’ correctly but they goof up a name like ‘Smith!’” Worden

laughed.

There was a special presentation that evening to Pete Cruger, publisher of the Elmhurst Independent newspaper, to thank him for the many years he has designed the placemats for the Lions Annual Pizza Day every spring.

Another special presentation was given to the women in the club in honor of 2018 being the 30th year of having women in the Elmhurst club. Each were given special gifts.

The final part of the program featured Lion Jim Hallberg installing new officers. After Worden officially handed the gavel to the new Club President Barb Savage, she said a few words as the incoming

president before adjourning for the evening.

The following Lions will serve as officers and board members for 2018-19 year: Barb Savage, president; Dave Smith, 1st vice-president; Rita Borzym, 2nd vice president; Shirley Wodynski, secretary and bulletin editor; Mike Morrison, treasurer; Jeri DePasquale, Tail Twister and service project chair; Jim Worden, membership chair; Tessa Zemgulys social media chair; and, directors Don Gofron, Dave Watschke, Keith Karnstedt and Marie Straube. Jim Worden also remains on the Board as Immediate Past President and as LCIF Coordinator.

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Lion Jim Hallberg installs new officers at the installation dinner of the Elmhurst Lions Club held on Thursday, June 21 at River Forest Country Club. New officers include (from left): Barb Savage, President; Rita Borzym, 2nd Vice President and Dave Smith, 1st Vice President.

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Pictured are some of the female members of the Elmhurst Lions Club, who received special gifts to honor and celebrate the club inviting women into the Club for the first time 30 years ago. It took place at the Club’s installation dinner on Thursday, June 21 at River Forest Country Club.

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Special Olympics athlete represents Jewel-Osco in promotion Michael McLaughlin featured in at-register fundraising campaign During July, Jewel-Osco is relaunching its annual at-register fundraising campaign through the “Making Change” donation program called “Change for Champions” to support the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois.

The promotion runs July 1-31 at 183 Jewel-Osco locations throughout Illinois, where customers will be encouraged to make a $1, $3, or $5 donation during checkout.

This year’s “Change for Champions” campaign ambassador features Special Olympics Illinois Athlete Michael McLaughlin. Mike, who is also a Jewel-Osco employee in Elmhurst, has enjoyed an illustrious career with Special Olympics, participating since 1982. He competes in a variety of sports, such as basketball, softball and volleyball. While his accomplishments in sport and medal collection are impressive, Mike’s successes extend well beyond the field of competition. Mike is a Special Olympics Global Messenger, championing the efforts for individuals with intellectual disabilities to build a more inclusive world. In addition to his efforts with Special

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For years we have employed men and women with developmental and intellectual disabilities, many of whom participate in Special Olympics. JewelOsco is proud of the partnership and the accomplishments of our Associates.”

– Doug Cygan

By Chris Fox FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

The Elmhurst Park District Board held a regular meeting on June 25 at the district’s administrative office at 375 W. First Street. All seven board members attended the meeting, with Commissioner Doug Ennis participating via telephone.

There were no public comments.

Registration software remains an issue The meeting featured a discussion of the district’s registration software, which ran at an unacceptably slow speed during registration in February. The district has been working with the software vendor to address the issue. The district’s on-premise servers hosted the registration in February. The vendor’s servers will host the district’s upcoming fall registration on Aug. 4. With the exception of a one-time setup fee of $1,000, the district will not begin paying for the hosted service until fall registration is successfully completed.

Board president Vince Spaeth asked how much the district pays its software vendor, Vermont Systems, Inc. (VSI). A district staff member stated the cost is approximately $23,000 per year. Elmhurst Park District Executive Director Jim Rogers noted that the district does millions of dollars of transactions through its online system. If the system worked efficiently, the cost was more than worthwhile, Rogers said.

Obituaries

Antonia Herman Antonia “Toni” Herman passed away peacefully at her home in Elmhurst on Sunday, June 17, 2018.

Beloved wife of Willis “Bill”, Loving Mother of Fred, Mike, Cheryl, Laurie, Cherished Grandmother of Jarrett, Colton, Peyton, Johnny and River. She is a God loving soul who was loving, kind, and generous.

She will be missed by all who knew her. A funeral service was held at the Pedersen Ryberg Mortuary, 435 N. York St., Elmhurst, on Saturday, June 23, 2018. Interment Elm Lawn Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Arrangements provided by Pedersen Ryberg Mortuary. For information, call 630834-1133.

Olympics, he attributes his personal growth and successes to his nearly 20-year career as an employee of Jewel-Osco.

“Change for Champions continues to be a successful campaign thanks to our customers,” said Doug Cygan, president of Jewel-Osco. “For years we have employed men and women with developmental and intellectual disabilities, many of whom participate in Special Olympics. Jewel-Osco is proud of the partnership and the accomplishments of our Associates.”

In addition to the “Change for Frank Amorosi Services to be held July 14 at Park Place Frank Amorosi passed away peacefully at his TimeClock Plus home at Park software approved Board members voted unanimous- Place in Elmhurst, ly during the meeting to approve IL on June 3, 2018. the purchase and implementation of Frank’s battle with TimeClock Plus time and attendance cancer and Parsoftware for about $22,300. The kinson’s over the board also approved the expenditure past two years has of about $17,600 from the district’s finally ended. Peter and Rose Amocapital fund contingency line item rosi, who had immigrated to the US for the purchase. The district is im- from Italy, became the parents of plementing a new financial, payroll Frank in Melrose Park on October 3, and human resource management 1930. Frank married Angela Marino software system with BS&A Soft- in 1956 and they had one daughter, ware this year. TimeClock Plus is one Lisa Joy Amorosi (Quick) born in of BS&A Software’s recommended 1958.

After graduating from Proviso vendors for timekeeping records of East High School in Maywood in employees.

1948, Frank attended the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago.

Public meetings begin to He proudly served in the U. S. Navy discuss dog park Rogers noted near the end of the from 1951-55 during the Korean meeting that the district will hold War. He was a member of the Navy two public meetings/open houses to Band where he played for many gain feedback from residents about Admirals and Generals. He formed the amenities they would desire in a “Frank Amorosi Orchestra LTD” in potential dog park. The first of those 1962, which gave him a career spantwo events will take place from 5 to ning more than 50 year, during which 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 12, at The time the orchestra performed for Abbey, 407 W. St. Charles Road. The many private and corporate events, district is examining the potential de- including for then-President Lyndon velopment of the property at 0S761 B. Johnson. Frank’s piano playing Old York Road as a dog park. The brought happiness as well as inspiradistrict’s Vision 2020 survey identi- tion to so many people.

An avid cyclist, Frank belonged fied a dog park as a high outdoor facility priority. The district contracted to the Elmhurst Bicycle Club as well with a design firm to develop plans as the San Diego Bicycle Club. One and concepts for the site. Rogers said year, he cycled more than 10,000 those concept plans would be dis- miles. Walking was also one of his cussed at the board’s July 23 meet- daily activities, especially with his ing. The final proposed master plan Basset Hounds.

Frank loved to spend time with his concept would be presented at the family and friends on a daily basis.

Aug. 13 meeting.

The board’s July 9 meeting has He enjoyed antiquing and collecting been cancelled. The board’s next various musical instruments. Frank loved to travel to Italy as well as to meeting will take place on July 23.

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Champions” campaign, Jewel-Osco is the presenting sponsor for the 13th Annual Windy City Rubber Ducky Derby.

This event has become a favorite Chicago summertime event, which generates nearly $350,000 for the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois.

Nearly 60,000 rubber ducks are “adopted” through this event, where donors’ ducks will race to the finish line

for a variety of prizes.

To learn more about this event, visit duckrace.com/chicago.

This June, Jewel-Osco also sponsored the Special Olympics State Summer Games in Bloomington-Normal, where more than 4,100 athletes competed over three days in track and field, aquatics, gymnastics, powerlifting, soccer, and bocce.

“We are extremely grateful for our

partnership with Jewel-Osco and the tremendous support they have shown our athletes,” said Dave Breen, president & CEO of Special Olympics Illinois. “In addition to their fundraising efforts, Jewel-Osco provides jobs for many Special Olympics athletes throughout Illinois, giving them the ability to learn valuable life skills and be productive members of their communities.”

other countries in Europe. In retirement, Frank enjoyed many years of cycling with friends in Illinois and California. He had an amazing collection of bicycles for any type of riding. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

His parents, Peter Amorosi and Rose Surico Amorosi, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Angela Marino Amorosi of Elmhurst; his daughter Lisa Amorosi Quick and Jerald Quick of Springfield; his granddaughters Ashley Maria Quick of Glen Ellyn; Colleen Quick Mitchell and Cameron of Satellite Beach, Fla.; by his sister Rosemarie Sarno of Geneva, Ill.; two sisters-in-law, Mary Anne Rossi Marino of San Diego, and Nancy Zochert Marino of Tucson, as well as many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service for family and friends will be held on Saturday, July 14, 2018, at 10 a.m. at Park Place of Elmhurst, 1050 S. Euclid Ave., Elmhurst. Refreshments will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Amigos en Cristo, P.O. Box 1225, Springfield, IL 62705 (donations towards the music and art center in Juarez, Mexico in Frank’s memory); or, Providence Health Care Hospice, 18601 N. Creek Dr., Tinley Park, IL 60477. Arrangements

by Ahlgrim Funeral Home. For information, call 630-834-3515 or visit ahlgrim.com.

counting skills as Treasurer of AYSO and Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra.

At numerous Elmhurst symphony concerts, you may have met Jim selling tickets and greeting patrons.

An avid, champion golfer, Jim was a member of Medinah Country Club.

On Saturday, June 16, family and close friends celebrated his life at a gathering at Medinah, his favorite place. They will especially miss his infectious laugh that began in childhood watching “The Three Stooges.”

Donations in his memory can be made to Elmhurst Symphony, P. O. Box 345, Elmhurst, Ill., 60126; or to Lurie Children’s Foundation, Circle of Friends at foundation.luriechildrens.org.

James A. Ekblad, 65 James A. Ekblad, a longtime resident of Elmhurst died on Saturday, June 9, 2018, at Elmhurst Hospital at the age of 65. Former husband of Shirley (nee Nowosad); Special friend of Phyllis Gorman of Indian Head Park; father of John Michael (Jackie) and Suzanne Laatsch (Glenn); grandfather of Luke; brother of Julie, Judy (Casimir Ciesla), and twin brother of JoAnn; uncle of Darby (Andy) Blanchard and Jaime (Eric) Seeber and many other nieces and nephews.

Jim was a member of York’s Class of 1970. In 1978, he became a Certified Public Accountant through the University of Illinois. Jim was a “people person” treating all of his clients at his Elmhurst accounting firm, James A. Ekblad C.P.A. P.C., with respect and kindness for 30 years.

He contributed to his community by serving as Elmhurst City Treasurer from 1993-1997 and shared his ac-

Henry Glos Bates, 95 Henry Glos Bates, formerly of Hinsdale, passed away on May 31, 2018 in Key Largo, Fla. Born in 1922 in Elmhurst, Mr. Bates was a graduate of Cornell University and Ken School of Law. He served in the Army in World War II and had a 50-year career as an attorney with Bates and Bates. Henry and his wife Zan made their home in Hinsdale for 50 years while also spending time in Key Largo and Lake Geneva, Wis. Henry served as a board member of the Villa Park Bank and the Bank of Wheaton and as chairman of York State Bank. He was a board member of Hinsdale Golf Club and Card Sound Golf Club and was the founder and commodore of Card Sound Sailing Club. He was also president of the Lake Geneva Country Club, a member of the Ocean Reef Club and of the Anglers Club in Key Largo.

He was a proud member and supporter of The Community House, Graue Mill, Wellness House, the YMCA, United Way, Ray Graham Association and the Chapel at Ocean Reef Club. He will be remembered for his love of travel, his many friends and his deep love for his family. He was preceded in death by his wife Rozanne “Zan” Hamilton. He is survived by his daughters, Chris (Larry) Crum, Becky (Bill) Dickinson, Patsy (Greg) Pace and Margaret Bates; his grandchildren Anne (Alex) Ross, Henry (Sarah) Crum, Robert (Lauren) Dickinson, Ben Dickinson, Brad (Theresa) Dickinson, Gregory (Jenny) Pace Jr., John Henry (Tara) Bates Pace, Lola Bates Campbell and Lucy Bates Campbell; and his great-grandchildren Ted and Piper Ross; Jack, Georgia and Camilla Dickinson; and Addison and Gregory Pace. Services were private. Memorials may be made to The Community House 415 W. 8th St., Hinsdale, Ill., 60521; or to a charity of your choice.

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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.

Assault, battery

June 25 A victim in the 700 block of S. Hawthorne told police at around 1:20 a.m. that after getting a ride from some acquaintances, the victim’s wallet fell out of his pocket. When he exited the car and grabbed his wallet, two suspects exited the vehicle and began chasing the victim. The victim related that the suspects caught up to him and began beating him. An investigation is pending.

Criminal damage, criminal defacement, criminal trespass to property, vandalism

June 26 A complainant in the 100 block of N. York told police at around 9:18 p.m. that an unknown suspect described as a white male took a plastic garbage bag filled with paper towels and flushed it down the toilet, causing the men’s restroom to flood. The paper towel dispenser was also cracked.

June 22 A reporting officer responded to a school in the 400 block of West at around 6:24 p.m. for a report of several juveniles on the roof. Upon arrival, two juveniles were seen on the roof and told officers they went up to retrieve some balls that were hit on the roof. All subjects climbed back down the building and released to their parents without charges.

Disorderly conduct

June 26 A victim near Route 83 and St. Charles told police while northbound on Route 83 at around 6:50 p.m., a suspect kept slamming on his brakes and preventing the victim from passing him.

Upon stopping at the traffic signal, the suspect began swearing at the victim. The suspect was located and stated that he felt the victim was tailgating him so he sped up but the victim kept following him and made him afraid to drive home. Neither party wished to pursue the incident.

June 24-June 25 Robert L. Baldwin, 68, of Bensenville, was charged with disorderly conduct-public intoxication in the 400 block of N. York at around 1:11 p.m. Police said officers responded to the report of a person laying in the grass. The responding officers located Baldwin, who was found to be intoxicated, according to police. On June 25, Baldwin also was charged with disorderly conduct-public intoxication near North and Oak at around 5:21 p.m. Police said an officer responded to Baldwin lying in the grass on North Avenue. According to police, officers located Baldwin, who had a strong odor of alcoholic beverage coming from his person, and bloodshot and glassy eyes. Police said he admitted to drinking and began to sway and stumble as he walked.

June 22 Tina Miller, 40, of Elmhurst, was charged with disorderly conduct-public intoxication near North and Elm at around 2:09 a.m. Police said that subsequent to a report of a suspicious person, Miller was found to be highly intoxicated.

Domestic battery

June 27 A 29-year-old Elmhurst man was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 100 block of N. Elm at around 10:18 p.m. A victim told police that the suspect attacked him. The victim stated that the suspect began choking the victim and scratched his hand during the altercation.

DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol, open alcohol in public, consumption of alcohol by a minor

June 27 Elder J. Tello-Munoz, 40, of Glendale Heights, was charged with aggravated DUI, aggravated driving while license revoked, obstructing the roadway and no insurance near Church and Evergreen at around 7:27 p.m.

Police said officers responded for a call of a driver, Tello-Munoz, who was passed out and slumped over the steering wheel.

June 24 Juan Cruz-Solano, 35, of Melrose Park, was charged with DUI, improper turn and failure to signal subsequent to a traffic stop near 2nd and Addison at around 11:23 p.m.

Collin Haus, 18, of Elmhurst, was issued a citation for consumption of alcohol by a minor near Church and Arlington at around 3:16 a.m.

Anthony Savalier, 32, of Addison, was charged with DUI and wrong way driving on a one-way street subsequent to a traffic stop in the 100 block of N. Larch at around 2:14 a.m.

Daniel Skaggs, 56, of Hoffman Estates, was charged with DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol, improper lane usage and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Route 83 and Lake Street at around 12:30 a.m.

June 22 Jeanette Zavala, 32, of Chicago, was charged with DUI and disobeying a traffic control device subsequent to a traffic stop near Poplar and St. Charles at around 2:34 a.m.

Endangering the life of a child

June 24 Marjorie A. Baroni, 45, of Elmhurst, was charged with endangering the life of a child in the 200 block of Oakland Grove at around 4:43 p.m. Police said officers responded to the report of a child playing in the street without supervision. Baroni, the child’s mother, was found inside the residence asleep and intoxicated, according to police.

Harassment, threats

June 25 Police said a suspect in the 600 block of N. County Lie Road related that the victim owed her money and was at a local business to get the money from the victim. The victim related the suspect has been consistently contacting her and would like her to stop. Both parties were informed the problem was a civil issue and it would need to be handled in court. The suspect was served a no trespass notice and left the property.

June 23 Police said officers responded to the 500 block of S. Fern at around 11:33 p.m. after a suspect made threatening remarks regarding a victim. Upon arrival, the victim reported receiving harassing text messages from the suspect. The Chicago Police Department made

contact with the suspect who was then taken to the hospital for an evaluation.

Possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance

June 27 Vicente Mendoza, 23, of Chicago, was charged with possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while license suspended, suspended registration, speeding and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Harger at around 4:55 a.m.

June 26 Mirikal A. Wells, 19, of Freeport, was issued citations for possession of drug paraphernalia and speeding subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Route 83 at around 5:50 a.m.

June 23 Andrew C. McCarthy, 23, of Bolingbrook, was issued citations for possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of open alcohol, while Matthew Morgenthaler, 22, of Bolingbrook, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia subsequent to a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of N. Addison at around 6;54 p.m.

Charles E. Mitchell Jr., 26, of Villa Park, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia subsequent to a traffic stop in the 400 block of W. St. Charles at around 1:17 a.m.

Cory A. Warnicke, 21, of Glendale Heights, was issued citations for possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia and a loud muffler, while Joseph B. Hoffman, 20, of Glendale Heights, was cited for possession of cannabis subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Route 83 at around 1:25 a.m.

Suspicious circumstances

confirmed the suspect took the cash. The victim did not wish to sign complaints.

Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 200 block of W. First at around 8:40 p.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect broke the rear window on their parked vehicle and took a purse and wallet from inside.

June 22-June 26 A victim in the 100 block of N. Larch told police that an unknown suspect(s) made fraudulent charges on her credit cards and also intercepted the items before they were delivered to the victim sometime between the above dates. The Fed Ex driver related that the suspect showed an unknown country passport that matched the name on the package. The suspect was described as being between 5’6” and 5’7” and 150 to 160 pounds, in his late 20s, wore glasses, had a dark complexion and dark hair.

June 25 Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 600 block of N. York at around 1:52 p.m. A victim told police that he worked out, and upon returning to the locker room, he noticed the lock on his locker had been cut and his car keys were missing. The victim went to his vehicle and observed his center console open, with credit cards and cash being taken from his wallet.

June 23 Identity theft was reported in the 500 block of W. Second at around 5:19 p.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect(s) opened an authorized credit card and made unauthorized purchases. She also received several credit applications in the mail. She was advised to contact the credit bureaus.

June 22 Theft was reported at a gas station in the 400 block of N. York at around 1:18 a.m. A victim told police that while at the station, she left her debit card in the card reader at the register. Upon returning to the business, the credit card was gone. The card was cancelled and no unauthorized charges had been made.

June 24 Police said officers responded to a report of a suspicious person pulling on car door handles in a parking lot in the 500 block of S. York at around 3:55 p.m. The victim was unable to relay to officers how or where he was and was speaking unrecognizable words. The victim was found to be a missing person out of Bellwood.

June 21 John H. Dansby, 19, of Elmhurst, was charged with one felony count of forgery at a restaurant in the 900 block of N. York at around 7:05 p.m.

According to police, a complainant told police that Dansby asked her to make change for a counterfeit $100 bill. Police said the complainant denied his request and he then attempted to make a purchase using the counterfeit bill. His transaction was denied.

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June 13 Identity theft was reported in the 600 block of Fay at around 3:26 p.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect opened a credit account using the victim’s address. The victim contacted the bank and learned the Social Security number on the account was not the victim’s. The bank is investigating the matter.

June 27 Matthew Clark, 27, of Berkeley, was charged with retail theft at a store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 at around 4:48 p.m. Police said an agent for the victim’s business reports that Clark was observed placing merchandise into his shopping cart. Clark then went through the register aisle and paid for one item, according to police.

Police said Clark then left the store without paying for the merchandise in the cart. .

June 26 Theft was reported in the 700 block of S. Hawthorne at around 7:39 p.m. A victim told police that he is missing cash from a dresser drawer.

The victim suspects a roommate is responsible for the theft. The victim reported the loss to the landlord who then contacted the suspect and

May 19 Theft was reported in the 200 block of Fair at around 2:45 p.m. A victim told police that he purchased an Apple Mac Book Pro on Ebay. After paying for and receiving the computer, he took the item to an Apple store to have it checked. He was told by Apple the computer had been reported stolen. The victim will not pursue criminal complaints.

Warrant arrest

June 27 Police said Daniel Bogacki, 34, of Hillside, came into the police station to surrender himself on two outstanding warrants from the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office.

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Nybo files bill to target and report senior financial abuse With growing concerns around identity and credit fraud scams and senior citizens, State Sen. Chris Nybo (R-Elmhurst) filed new legislation to more effectively target and report suspected financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.

The initiative mandates that financial advisors must come forward if they have a reasonable belief that a client who is a senior citizen or vulnerable adult has fallen victim to

financial exploitation—and are obligated to report it to the state securities regulator.

“This legislation bridges a partnership between financial advisors and government authorities to protect Illinois’ investors who may be more susceptible to fraud, and offers the advisors immunity for filing the report,” said Nybo. “It creates a safer space for seniors and other adults to invest their money, so they can trust

that they will be notified and action will be taken if their advisor believes that fraud has occurred or been attempted.”

The uptick in senior financial exploitation is a cause for national concern, as the True Link Financial Report on Elder Financial Abuse 2015 cited that the senior citizen population in the United States loses $36.48 billion each year to financial abuse.

In addition to reporting potential financial abuse, the legislation re-

quires that financial advisors provide records that are relevant to the suspected or attempted financial exploitation to government authorities.

“We focus on financial advisors as part of the solution to combat financial exploitation with seniors, because most often they have closer, and more trusting, relationships with their clients,” said Nybo. “Additionally, they have the necessary records and authority to expedite these issues quickly as they occur.”

Financial advisors may only notify third parties of their concerns if they have consent from the client; however, they may not notify a third party if that party is suspected to be responsible for the financial exploitation. Furthermore, the advisors have the ability to temporarily delay monetary disbursement if fraud is suspected.

Nybo filed the legislation on June 28, and it now moves to Illinois Senate Assignments Committee.

Cooling sites available to the public throughout City Extreme heat can pose health danger

(630) 530-3000 Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: closed Elmhurst Police Department 125 E. First St. Non-Emergency number: (630) 530-3050 Open 24 hours/7 days a week Hot Weather Tips: • Drink lots of water and natural juices; avoid alcoholic beverages, coffee and sodas.

• Avoid going outside in extreme heat if at all possible.

• If you don’t have air conditioning, keep shades drawn and blinds closed, but windows slightly open.

• Keep electric lights off or turned down.

• Minimize use of your oven and stove.

• Wear loose, light, cotton clothing.

• Take cool baths and showers.

• Do not leave anyone (including pets) in a parked car, not even for a few minutes.

Roadside Safety Checkpoint continues through weekend The Elmhurst Police Department continues to take part in a year- long grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) that aims to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes with additional enforcement of DUI, seatbelt, and distracted driving laws.

The current campaign of this grant will continue now through Sunday, July 8.

This period of extra enforcement will encompass the Independence Day holiday, which is all too often a deadly time on Illinois roads. This grant allows extra officers to be on

College news York grad earns Master’s from Princeton Jacob E. Comerci, a graduate of York High School in Elmhurst, received a Master’s degree in architecture, from Princeton University in New Jersey.

Resident makes Dean’s list at U of Kentucky The University of Kentucky has released its Dean’s List for the Spring 2018 semester. A total of 6,611 stu-

patrol looking for impaired drivers, distracted drivers, and seatbelt violations. The majority of this extra enforcement will take place during the overnight hours, which are statistically the most dangerous time to be on the roadway.

Motorists are encouraged to make alternate travel arrangements if they plan to be drinking or to designate a driver who will not be drinking. Anyone seeing a vehicle that appears to be driven by an intoxicated driver is encouraged to call 9-1-1. As always, motorists are encouraged to drive safely and buckle up.

dents were recognized for their outstanding academic performance.

Elmhurst resident Tara P. Meyer was named to the Dean’s list for the Spring 2018 academic term. She is majoring in Elementary Education.

Dvorak named to Augustana’s spring Dean’s List Elmhurst resident Jenna Dvorak was among the students named to Augustana College’s 2018 spring term Dean’s List.

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As a public service, the City of Elmhurst issued the following information about options available to residents during periods of extremely hot weather. High temperatures and humidity can pose a health and safety threat to all ages, especially to the elderly and to young children. To request a well-being check for someone who may be suffering from the heat, call 9-1-1.

A cooling site is an air-conditioned facility where residents can go to find relief from the extreme heat. Even if you live in an air-conditioned home, the list below should be kept handy in case of a power outage.

The following is a list of cooling centers in Elmhurst: Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave. (630) 279-8696 Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday: 1 – 5 p.m.

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News from Washington Congressman Raja calls out Trump on family separation

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has released the following statement in response to President Trump’s executive order on separation of families, saying it’s “merely exchanging one type of child trauma for another.”

The statement reads as follows: “After days of claiming to be powerless to end the crisis his administration created, President Trump has now admitted that he has the ability to reverse the horrific policy of family separation, but the President’s executive order will not end the trauma facing thousands of families. Instead, it will allow for the indefinite detention of families and young children in tent cities and detention centers costing the American taxpayer millions, if not billions, of dollars. Indefinite detention for months or years in 100-degree heat under deplorable conditions will only continue the trauma that has already afflicted these children and their families. Additionally, there is no evidence that this Administration is prepared to handle the huge increase in family detention or that immigration authorities have the capacity to hold the thousands of people who have already had their lives ripped away. Finally, the order does not explain how children already in detention will be reunited with their families. This order is merely exchanging one type of child trauma for another.”

Also calls on Rauner to refuse sending Illinois Natl. Guard to border In addition, Congressman Krishnamoorthi called on Gov. Rauner to refuse any request from President Trump to send the Illinois National Guard to the border until the family separation crisis is resolved. The U.S. Representa-

tive for Illinois released the following statement: “The policies and procedures that the Trump Administration have taken with regards to separating children from their families when entering this country are immoral and inhumane.

This is a moment for every public official to decide if they will be complicit in their detention of children for the sole purposes of extracting pain on their parents. So far, the Governors of Maryland, Massachusetts, and other states have taken the moral stance that they will not allow their National Guard troops to participate in any activities on the border until the situation changes. Today I am formally calling on Governor Rauner not to deploy any Illinois National Guard troops to the southern border until the Administration changes its policy of child detention and family separation.”

U.S. House passes amendment to keep non-opioid pain treatments On Friday, the U.S. House passed H.R. 6, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, a bipartisan package of opioid prevention, recovery, and treatment bills aimed at combatting the opioid crisis. Included in the bill was language originally introduced as H.R. 5804, the Post-Surgical Injections as an Opioid Alternative Act, which was written by Reps. John Shimkus (R-IL) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL). This bill would urge the use of post-surgical injections to help patients manage pain in a clinical setting, decreasing the demand for highly-addictive opioid pharmaceuticals.

“I am proud and hopeful to see our bill pass the House today,” said Raja.

“For some time now, our country has been faced with an incredibly difficult opioid crisis which seems to only be getting worse. By offering alternatives to opioid medications, patients will

Letter to the editor

Local Bicycle Club offers ‘2-mile initiative’

EBC will be hosting family rides taking low traffic routes to popular destinations in Elmhurst throughout the summer. These rides will demonstrate how easy it is to use alternate means of transportation to some of the popular Elmhurst destinations.

Although, riding a bicycle isn’t the only way to participate in this initiative, you are welcome to choose the activity of your choice as long as it is a non-motorized activity.

If you wish to share with us your experience taking part in the 2 Mile Initiative, please forward to us a note or picture of yourself participating in a non-motorized transportation activity to the EBC2mi@elmhurstbicycling.org email address.

The Elmhurst Bicycle Club’s Advocacy Team invites the Elmhurst community to take part in the 2 Mile Initiative this summer.

Most of your everyday summer destinations are within two miles of your home. The initiative challenges the community to leave the car and take other modes of transportation to get to your local destination. Some of the popular destinations would be the downtown city center, parks, library, pool, farmer’s market, or the Thursday night music event at the Gazebo on Spring Road.

By taking up this initiative there are many benefits to consider among them are increasing quality family Armaline Chelette Mirretti time and daily physical activity.

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now have more choice when it comes to options after surgery and how they want to manage their pain. The road to solving the opioid crisis is a long one, but with measures like this, we can work toward a more affordable and effective solution.”

Congressman Raja hails advancement of career, tech education bill through Committee Last week, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee advanced the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act by a unanimous voice vote. This legislation, led by Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (R-PA) passed the full House unanimously in June, 2017 and would reauthorize and modernize the

American career and technical education (CTE) system for the first time in 12 years.

The bill’s reforms include requiring educators to work with local businesses to build curricula around in-demand skills while increasing state control, funding, and accountability measures.

“With the Senate’s action today, we are now one step closer to the Senate passing this overwhelmingly bipartisan legislation to modernize career and technical education,” said the Illinois Congressman. “With our skills gap growing and now leaving nearly 6.7 million jobs left open because employers can’t find qualified workers to fill them, there has never been a more important time to invest in our students, our workers, and our small businesses. I will continue to work with my colleagues from both parties, and in both chambers of Congress, to

get our bill to the President’s desk and signed into law.”

Illinois Congressman condemns Supreme Court ruling upholding administration’s travel ban Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi released the following statement in response to the recent Supreme Court ruling upholding the Trump administration’s travel ban: “I’m very disturbed by the Supreme Court’s ruling sustaining the Administration’s travel ban and legitimizing the use of excessive executive power by opening the door to religiously-motivated discrimination against entire countries based on scant evidence or none. American immigration and foreign policy should advance American values, prosperity, and security, but the travel ban and the ruling upholding it harm these efforts.”

Slices of life

Holding heaven: Babies bring joy, love

You forget how tiny they are. And helpless. So utterly, completely helpless. And exhausted. And hungry. And explosive. So literally explosive.

Eat, poop, sleep, repeat. Cry, but not often if you are lucky.

Babies – of the human variety. They are born helpless and remain dependent on parental care for 18 (or sometimes 40) years. Animals of other species are born helpless, but don’t often stay with mom and dad nearly as long.

Chimpanzees are one of the closest and with good cause. They share 98 percent of their DNA with humans.

Either we are like them or they are like us. I guess it depends on whom you ask. Chimps are dependent on their mothers for at least five years and are considered an adult at age 15.

Elephants also spend more than a few years with their mothers. Their babies are born weighing upwards of 250 pounds (ouch!) and are adults at about 18 years of age.

Maternal sacrifices aren’t rare, but porcupines deserve an extra ounce of our respect. Their babies are born with quills and are dependent on mom for five to 12 months. I’m surprised she doesn’t kick them out sooner, quills and all.

Raccoons are born blind and completely helpless yet they set out to conquer the world on their own 10 months later.

Let’s make the transition from months to weeks. Kittens start walking when they are about three weeks old. They are ready to leave mama

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five to nine weeks later.

And on to day(s): lizard babies are born knowing how to walk and hunt.

They are able to acquire their own food at only a day old.

Despite differing rates of growth and independence, puppies, kittens and even baby porcupines all have one thing in common: they are cute.

Babies are created to be cute. There is a scientific reason for this. Cuteness makes it more likely they’ll be cared for; it helps further the species.

Newborn humans are no exception.

Their eyes are large – as big as they’ll be when baby becomes an adult. Their noses are small and their face round.

It’s a combination adults find adorable. Their little fingers and tiny toes are practically irresistible. Even when they cry at 3:00 in the morning and wake up with a full diaper, they are still cute. Most of the time at least.

And I haven’t even touched on the reality of the sweet baby smell.

There’s nothing like it. Well, except for puppy breath.

The noises human babies make are beyond endearing. I’m not talking about crying, but about the snurks and snurzles, grunts and growls.

It’s all part of nature’s clever plan

to make us fall instantly in love. And it works.

I haven’t had a new baby in my life for more than 16 years. I’d forgotten how precious they are, especially when they are one of yours – or nearly so. And this time I realize how fleeting and cherished each moment is because it will all be over much too quickly.

I didn’t realize how much I’d like her. I knew I’d love her, but I wasn’t as prepared for the liking part. I guess the like and love sort of overlap.

I didn’t think I was ready for this next stage but I suppose it’s like becoming a parent. I wasn’t ready for that either, and it worked out okay.

We had four babies and managed to keep them all alive. I guess that says something.

She’s six weeks old and I can already see changes. Eye contact. A growing awareness of the world around her. A familiarity with those she sees often. Smiles that aren’t gas.

Each change is welcome, but again I reference the word fleeting. She still loves to snuggle and sleep in my arms.

I’d hold her forever if I could because holding her is like holding a piece of heaven.

I’m so glad she came down here to spend some time with us.

Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright, author and member of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

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Local resident takes part in Library’s Author Fair Emily Belden shares growing up in Elmhurst, passion for writing

By Marisa Mancini FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

When author Emily Belden heard that the Elmhurst Public Library was sponsoring its first Authors’ Fair, she jumped at the chance to be a part of it.

“This is a special event to me because I grew up in Elmhurst and have distinct memories coming to the old Elmhurst Public Library with my mom and dad to pick out books...and studying for final exams in the conference rooms upstairs,” said Belden. “I never imagined that one day I would be speaking here as a published author with two of my own books on its shelves.”

A delightful 31-year-old with a dynamic, genuine air, Belden’s passion for writing came early on. She recalls writing elaborately persuasive letters to the tooth fairy negotiating why she should get more money for certain teeth, as well as creative essays to her father on what type of car he should buy.

“I have always been a writer,” she said. “It is the only thing that I was ever naturally good at.”

Belden pursued writing throughout her childhood. When she was 12, the Chicago Tribune selected her as a Scoop Trooper as part of its Kids News Department. Her most famous assignment was to interview Hillary Clinton at Bluesfest Chicago. To get the story, Belden said she pushed through the crowd and security, gained Clinton’s attention, and asked one question – what’s your favorite blues song? - to which Clinton

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Emily Belden (right), author of “Eightysixed” and “Hot Mess,” is introduced by Kim Calkins, Elmhurst Public Library’s Program Coordinator, during the library’s first local Authors’ Fair, which took place on Sunday, June 24. Of the 29 authors in attendance, Belden was one of five selected to give a presentation on her works. Her current books are available in bookstores, on Amazon and at the Elmhurst Public Library. Belden’s third book, “Husband Material”, is anticipated in fall of 2019.

year. responded, “Johnny B. Goode.”

Belden worked on the York newspaper throughout high school and Finding her true direction…

Though she attended Creighton served as managing editor her senior

University to pursue a career in journalism, she quickly fell in love with creative writing.

“It gave me the freedom to tell stories in my own way – you can’t do that with journalism,” she said.

After college graduation, Belden returned to Chicago in 2009, moved to Lincoln Park, worked a 9-to-5 marketing job, and pursued writing from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. She created a blog about her life experiences on dating, being in her 20s in Chicago, and the escapades with her two roommates.

“It was my Chicago version of Carrie Bradshaw‘s ‘Sex and The City’ experience – a memoir about men, mistakes and meals.”

After year of blogging, she realized her entries segued from one to the next decided to publish them in a book, which she entitled “Eightysixed.”

Belden describes herself as a “25-year-old nobody” when she was trying to get Eightysixed published. But things quickly changed for her. In a stroke of luck, a writer from Forbes magazine online saw Belden’s website seeking publishers for Eightysixed and asked if Belden’s book information could be included in an article. After the article went online, Belden had her pick of publishers and Eightysixed was published on February 5, 2014. Literary agent Danielle Egan-Miller discovered Belden after reading about Eightysixed and told Belden to send her next fiction project -- which she did. (Coincidentally, Egan-Miller, President of Miller

& Browne, is also from Elmhurst.)

Second book goes to print Hot Mess, Belden’s second book, made its global debut on March 20, 2018. It stemmed from Belden’s dating a “bad boy chef” in her early 20s.

The moment Belden asked herself, ‘What if I gave up my life savings so he could open that restaurant?’ Hot Mess was born.

“The sentences just flew off my fingers,” she said, “and the entire manuscript was completed in three months.” Described as a romantic comedy, which gives a glimpse into the fast-paced fine-dining industry in Chicago, Belden highlights the late nights, early mornings and (literal) highs and lows so common in the restaurant world.

Belden is humbled and excited to see so many people taking her book Hot Mess all over the world to read.

“I’ve seen pictures of Hot Mess tagged in Mexico, Dubai and Portugal, and it has been snapped and tagged from The Grove in Los Angeles to the Barnes and Noble in the upper east side of New York,” stated Belden. Additionally, Hot Mess is currently in the early planning stages of potentially being turned into a movie.

Belden’s great success will certainly continue. Her third book, “Husband Material,” is estimated to be available in the fall of 2019. Connect with Belden at EmilyBelden.com or follow her on Instagram and Twitter at @emilybelden.

Masonic Lodge # 941 celebrates 107 years in Elmhurst Many residents of Elmhurst may not realize that there has been a Masonic Lodge in their town since 1911. It’s no accident that they don’t know because we don’t often look for publicity when we do something for a group, or a cause, or an event in town. The principals that guide Masons are the same principals that have guided Masons since the very beginning; Fraternity, Enlightenment and Benevolence, and each day a Mason strives to make the world a better place.

It is debated as to when Freemasonry began. Some believe that Freemasonry dates to the Roman Empire, while others say it began in ancient Egypt, and others argue that it began with the building of the First Temple by King Solomon.

We may never know the true origins of the world’s oldest and largest fraternity, but we do know the first Grand Lodge was formed in London in 1717, and its successor, the United Grand Lodge of England is still in existence today.

History in Illinois/Indiana In the State of Illinois Freemasonry found its beginnings in 1805 in the town of Kaskaskia, which was then still part of the Indiana Territory until Illinois achieved statehood. The lodge there was know as Western Star Lodge and the first Worshipful Master of the lodge was Shadrach Bond who later became the first Governor of the State of Illinois. Today there are more than 500 lodges in Illinois and 70,000 Masons. It is estimated that there are 33,700 Masonic Lodges in 164 countries and about 5 million Freemasons worldwide.

Leadership, contributions You can hardly read through a history book and not find the contributions that Masons have made in the world.

There is no way they can all be listed here but U.S. Presidents, World Leaders, Entertainers, Sports Figures, Business Leaders, Aviators, Astronauts, Authors, Artists, Law Enforcement, several of the signors of the Declaration of Independence and many, many more professions. There are very few,

if any, parts of our countries history that went untouched by a Freemason.

History of the Masons in Elmhurst The City of Elmhurst was incorporated in 1910 from its prior name Cottage Hill. The population of Elmhurst then was 2,360, of which several of those people were Freemasons. On March 6, 1930, about 30 of these Elmhurst Freemasons met on the 3rd floor of Glos Hall located at York and Park Avenue, which today still stands as the home of the Fifth Third Bank and other businesses. The sole purpose of this meeting was to discuss the prospect of stating a Masonic Lodge in Elmhurst.

The Elmhurst Masonic Business Association was formed to carry out all the requirements of the Grand Lodge of Illinois to start a new lodge. The association met on the 2nd floor of the Mahler Building, at the corner of Park Avenue and Adell Street, which today is the home Two Brothers from Italy Restaurant and Brewpoint Coffee.

After completing the requirements of the Grand Lodge of Illinois, Elm-

hurst Lodge No. 941, was chartered on October 27, 1911, and still exists today, some 107 years later. In April 1918, Elmhurst Lodge purchased the former First United Methodist Church building at York Street and Arthur.

This building remained home for Elmhurst Lodge until November 2008, when it was sold to its current owner, Food Mix, Inc. Masons find a new home Elmhurst Lodge rented for the next three years, first at the First United Methodist Church, the very church that once owned the building we bought in 1918, and then at the Bridgeway of Bensenville site. Finally, we found a building to purchase at 159 W. North Avenue, at the corner of North Avenue and Maple. We bought the building from St. Luke’s Lutheran Church who still gather in the building. This remains our home today.

Outstanding local Masons And of course, Elmhurst Lodge is not without its fair share of accomplished Masons. To name a few; members of some of Elmhurst’s founding families

like the Bates, Hammerschmidts and Wilders; Henry Schumacher, the first Mayor of Elmhurst; Frederick W.M. Hammerschmidt, the second Mayor of Elmhurst; several former Elmhurst Aldermen such as, William Pearn, Henry Hobein, Charles Mueller, John Hazzelton and Mark Entwistle; Thomas Marcucci, 15-year Mayor of Elmhurst; James “Pate” Philip, President of the Illinois State Senate, Retired; Lee A. Daniels, Speaker of the House, State of Illinois, Retired; John J. Millner, Former Chief of Police, City of Elmhurst and Retired Illinois State Senator; John Valle, Supervisor, York Township; Harry Ramey, former State Representative and current Supervisor, Wayne Township; Christopher Kachiroubas, DuPage County Clerk of the Circuit Court; and Don Puchalski, Du Page County Board, District 1.

Stop in some time and say hello.

We’ve only been your neighbor for 107 years!

Submitted by Mark Entwistle Elmhurst Masonic Lodge #941

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Community calendar 255 North York Plaza location will be the Scottie Long Music Duo. • From 7-8 p.m., come to the Elmhurst YMCA, 211 W. First St., for “Skating Tricks of the Trade,” related to the roller-skating exhibit celebrating The Elm showing Sunday, July 8 Garden Walk & Faire at the Elmhurst History Museum.

The Elmhurst Garden Club’s 23rd Annual Garden Walk & Faire will Come watch demonstration of rolltake place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Faire continues through 4.) Tickets er skating skills from the Golden are $15 in advance, $20 on day of the walk. Advance tickets may be Age through today on the YMCA’s purchased through Saturday, July 7 at: Amlings Flowers, 331 N. York outdoor rink, featuring professional Rd.; Carousel Flower Shop, 527 S. York Rd.; Elmhurst Camera Photo competitive freestyle skater Carrie Boutique, 535 Spring Rd.; enzee Boutique, 140 N. York Rd.; NuCara Svihlik plus members of Chicago Vallette Pharmacy, 101 W. Vallette; and, The Uptown Shop, 129 N. Roller Talent and The Osiris InitiaYork Rd. Or purchase tickets on the day of the event at the corner of tive.

Admission is free, concessions Church and Cottage Hill. Info: elmhurst-gardenclub.org. available to purchase to support the YMCA scholarship program. Seating Thursday, July 5 museum grounds. BYO roller skates is limited. Outdoor event – rain date: From 7-9 p.m., the Spring Road or limited skates/sizes available for July 26.

Business Association presents Music use (socks required). Skate at your at the Gazebo. This week, Summit, own risk, signed waivers required. Thursday, July 19 From 7-9 p.m., the Spring Road a good time Rock & Roll band will Meet members of area Roller Derby Business Association presents Music perform. Free and open to the pub- Teams and get your own derby name. lic. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Hot dogs and ice cream available for at the Gazebo. This week, Lake EfPicnics welcome but no alcohol is purchase. Admission is free. Info: fect, a pop music band will perform. allowed. Info: springroad.com elmhursthistory.org or call 630-833- Free and open to the public. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Picnics wel1457. come but no alcohol is allowed. Info: Sunday, July 8 springroad.com George H. Balgemann, deceased Saturday, July 14 February 3, 1983, a World War II From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Elmhurst U. S. Navy veteran, will be honored Toyota, Elmhurst BMW and Jaguar Sunday, July 22 Beginning at 8 a.m., the Run for during the 1 p.m. honor guard cere- Elmhurst will host their annual USO Hunger 5K will step off from Yorkmony by having his name placed in Barbecue for the Troops at the dealthe Roll of Remembrance at the Vet- ership at 440 W. Lake St. Includes field Presbyterian Church, followed erans Memorial in Wilder Park. hog roast, a moon jump and slide for by a Kids Run at 8:45 a.m. Particikids, demonstrations by U.S. Army, pants are urged to bring a non-perishMonday, July 9 Marine Corps and Air Force. Free able food item for area food pantries.

From 5-7 p.m., the City is hosting and open to the public. Info: 630- To register for the race, visit run4hunger.com an open house event at Elmhurst City 279-2160.

Hall to demonstrate the use of the Monday, July 23 WaterSmart Portal and how residents Sunday, July 15 From 5-7 p.m., the City is hosting can track their water usage. Free and Joseph P. Salerno, deceased Noan open house event at Elmhurst City open to the public. Info: elmhurst. vember 27, 2017, a World War II U. org/watersmart.

S. Army veteran, will be honored Hall to demonstrate the use of the during the 1 p.m. honor guard cere- WaterSmart Portal and how residents Friday, July 13 mony by having his name placed in can track their water usage. Free and From 6-8 p.m. celebrate the joy the Roll of Remembrance at the Vet- open to the public. Info: elmhurst. org/watersmart. of rollerskating at the opening of erans Memorial. the new Chicago Rink Rats exhibit during a public after-hours opening Wednesday, July 18 night at the Elmhurst History Muse• From 5:30-8:30 p.m., fami- Wednesday, July 25 From 5:30-8:30 p.m., families are um, 120 E. Park. Enjoy live musical lies are invited to City Centre for a invited to City Centre for a Wednesentertainment by School of Rock and Wednesday Night Block Party with a book-signing by author and exhibit free live music and kid-friendly fun. day Night Block Party with free live writer Tom Russo. Guests can lace Performing in City Centre Foun- music and kid-friendly fun. Performup roller skates in the recreated “The tain Plaza this week is John Charles ing in City Centre Fountain Plaza Elm” Skating Rink outdoors on the Weston Trio. On stage at Elmhurst this week is Blue Aura. On stage at

Pick of the Week – The event NOT to be missed…

• The Elmhurst American Legion, Elmhurst 255 North York Plaza locaT.H.B. Post No. 187, hosts a fish fry tion will be Lake Effect. every Friday night from 6-8:30 p.m.

New York steaks are available first Monday, Aug. 13 From 5-7 p.m., the City is hosting Friday of the month. Musical enteran open house event at Elmhurst City tainment follows. Karaoke on the Hall to demonstrate the use of the second Friday of each month. Bingo WaterSmart Portal and how residents on Wednesdays, starting with Early can track their water usage. Free and Birds at 6:45 p.m. Info: 630-833open to the public. Info: elmhurst. 7800 • TOPS—Take Off Pounds Senorg/watersmart. sibly—meets on Friday mornings at Grace Lutheran Church 950 S. York Monday, Aug. 27 From 5-7 p.m., the City is hosting Road, Bensenville. Weigh-in at 9:30 an open house event at Elmhurst City a.m., meeting from 1011 a.m. Info: email Millie at johnHall to demonstrate the use of the WaterSmart Portal and how residents reiter@sbcglobal.net can track their water usage. Free and open to the public. Info: elmhurst. Explore Elmhurst Express Summer Trolley Route org/watersmart.

Stop 1: York and Park – Approximate boarding time is on the hour Ongoing programs: • Now through July 28, the AAUW and 30 minutes after the hour Stop 2: York and Schiller – Apis collecting books and media for its annual sale coming Aug. 2-5. Seek- proximate boarding time is 5 and 35 ing gently used books, CDs and minutes after the hour Stop 3: Second and Addison – ApDVDs to sell at its Used Book Sale, which will take place Aug. 2 – Aug. proximate boarding time is 10 and 40 5 at Lincoln School. Note: No VHS minutes after the hour Stop 4: Cottage Hill and Virginia – or cassette tapes accepted.

Drop spots include Lincoln Approximate boarding time is 15 and School, outside front door; Elmhurst 45 minutes after the hour Stop 5: Spring and the Illi-nois Public Library outside (by book drop slots); Courts Plus inside the Prairie Path – Approximate boarding entrance; and Jewel Osco at 944 S. time is 20 and 50 minutes after the hour York Road.

Stop 6: York and Vallette – Ap• Widows or Widowers (WOW) meet every third Thursday at 6:30 proximate boarding time is 25 and p.m. at the Knights of Columbus 55 minutes after the hour Running Fridays and Saturdays Hall, 537 S. York Road. WOW lends support and provides social activities from 12 noon to 12 midnight. Trains for those who have lost a spouse. Ad- may alter approximate boarding mission: $5 per person includes live times.

To track the trolley’s exactlocaentertainment. Info: Dave at 630620-4060 or visit WOW.cfsites.org. tion, visit ExploreElmhurst.com.

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Hostesses prep for Garden Walk & Faire

(from left) Elmhurst Garden Club (EGC) President Teri Litavsky and her daughter Lili Melvin joined EGC Garden Hostess Pat O’Dwyer at the recent preview walk held in preparation for the upcoming Garden Walk & Faire scheduled for Sunday, July 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

(Faire continues until 4.) Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 on the day of the Walk.

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Rock ‘N Wheels brings ‘James Brown Experience’

Weekly concert, includes food fest, Cruise Night

Addison’s “Rock ‘N Wheels” event on Thursday July 12 will feature Ty Stone’s James Brown Experience in the Village Green next to Addison Village Hall. Admission is free and the venue opens at 6 p.m. Ollie Bolds’ Soul Review will perform at 6:30 p.m. followed by Ty Stone at 7:30 p.m. on the 95.9 The River Stage.

Car show begins at 6 p.m.

Come to the Village Green to check out the show cars and bikes on the new brick paver street. If you have a custom, classic or antique car of bike, you are welcome to bring it to the car show that takes place where Army Trail Road dead-ends into Lake Street. The street is open at 6 p.m. and closes when capacity is reached. Pre-registration is not required and space is limited, so arrive early.

The evening includes nine food vendors who bring concessions for $5 or less. While in the area, walk over to visit the Addison Historical Museum and the Arts & Crafts Fair.

More details about Rock ‘N Wheels, including the upcoming entertainment, can

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Pictured is Ty Stone, performing as James Brown, who will bring the “James Brown Experience” to the 95.9 The River Stage in the Addison Village Green on the evening of Thursday, July 12. Ollie Bolds’ Soul Review will appear on the stage at 6:30 p.m. and Stone’s portion of the program begins at 7:30 p.m. Don’t miss another great night of free entertainment.

be found at ithappensinaddison.com.

About Ty Stone and the James Brown Experience Chicago native Ty Stone was introduced to the music of James Brown on his 13th birthday when his father bought him a tick-

et to the show. Stone and his friends began imitating James Brown, gathering on a street corner or in someone’s basement, working on their impressions.

Ty’s uncle owned a ballroom in Chicago, and young Ty was influenced by all the top R&B acts that performed there, including B.B. King, Bobby “Blue” Bland, the Temptations and the Four Tops. He began playing guitar at age 8, and as a teenager began picking up gigs in the Chicago area.

Ty found steady work as a musician on the “Chitlin’ Circuit,” touring with national acts as they played for primarily black audiences in the South and the Rust Belt. He played with the Chi-Lites, the Staples Singers, Johnnie Taylor and Gene Chandler. He appeared on the same bills with Gladys Knight, Ike Turner and Dionne Warwick and three times, Stone was on the same bill with his idol James Brown.

When Ty was in his early 30’s he started using and by his mid-30s he was living out on the street. Ty doesn’t dwell on his past but he doesn’t hide from it or the life’s lessons he would like to pass on to others.

Ty credits God with turning his life around; God and “a made-up mind.”

Ty Said “I use that addictive drive I had and put that energy into my show! All the

Tickets still available for Garden Walk & Faire “An Afternoon in the Garden” Elmhurst Garden Club’s 23rd Annual Garden Walk & Faire will be held Sunday, July 8 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A free Garden Faire with 50+ vendors will be held in Wilder Park from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Beginning in Wilder Park, the Walk includes five private gardens plus one public

garden. Proceeds awarded to students majoring in environmental related studies and to community endeavors.

Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 on the day of the walk.

Advance tickets may be purchased through Saturday, July 7 at: Amlings Flowers, 331 N. York Rd.; Carousel Flower Shop, 527 S. York

Rd.; Elmhurst Camera Photo Boutique, 535 Spring Rd.; enzee Boutique, 140 N. York Rd.; NuCara Vallette Pharmacy, 101 W. Valette; and, The Uptown Shop, 129 N. York Rd. Tickets the day of the Walk may be purchased in Wilder Park at the corner of Cottage Hill and Church. For more information, visit elmhurstgardenclub.org.

stuff I learned in the early years started to come back.

Those skills coupled with discipline earned me a lot of respect from the old school artists I once worked for.

What was old is New again time to make it funky!”

Come see the energy, funk and soul of Ty Stone’s James Brown Experience July 12.

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ECCI’s Quigley receives C-Suite of the Year award hurst Business Alliance and is also a member of the Elmhurst Economic Development Commission (ex-officio), Elmhurst City Centre Board of Directors (ex-officio), Explore Elmhurst Advisory Committee and Central Business District (CBD) Retail Grant Committee.

A member of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) and Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (IACCE), Quigley has contributed at seminars and conferences as a guest speaker and presenter, and he is active in the West Suburban Chamber of Commerce Executives peer group.

The Elmhurst Jaycees honored Quigley with their Distinguished Service Award (DSA) in 2012, and he received the Elmhurst YMCA’s Good Samaritan Award in 2011, and Elmhurst College Bluejay Backers Community Service Award in 2002.

The awards will be presented at a Recognition Reception and Awards Presentation held at Northern Illinois University’s Naperville campus, 1120 East Diehl Road, on Thursday, July 26 from 4:40 to 7:30 p.m.

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[The chamber promotes] an environment that creates success for local businesses and our community.”

– John Quigley Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry President and CEO ARCHIVED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent

Pictured at right, with ECCI President & CEO John R. Quigley is Kaili Kaminski, Mrs. Illinois International 2018, who dropped in on the 99th annual Chamber gala held in January to kick off the Chamber’s 100th anniversary year. Quigley was just named a recipient of a C-Suite of the Year Award, presented by The Daily Herald Business Ledger.

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Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry President and CEO John Quigley has been chosen by The Daily Herald Business Ledger as a 2018 C-Suite of the Year Awards honoree.

One of only 15 honorees, Quigley has served as ECCI President and CEO since 1999--the longest tenured chamber of commerce executive in DuPage County--and has been active in our Chamber since 1991 while serving as then-Associate Director of Communications at Elmhurst College, his Alma Mater, where coincidentally he worked for his current Board of Directors Chair Ken Bartels, who served EC back then as Vice President for College Advancement.

During Quigley’s unprecedented tenure, member advocacy at every level of government (municipal, township, county, state and federal) has become an integral component of our Chamber’s mission to promote “an environment that creates success for local businesses and our community.”

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State Rep. Deb Conroy (D-Villa Park) chair of the House Mental Health Committee, has issued a report highlighting the achievements and ongoing work of the committee in the spring legislative session.

“As chair of the House Mental Health Committee, I have seen firsthand the many shortcomings of our state’s mental health infrastructure,” said Conroy. “Throughout my time as chair, I have heard the stories of countless providers who have struggled to provide for patients waiting for care and the heartbreaking stories of patients being denied the care they are entitled to. With the recent suicides of prominent figures it is clear that mental health issues effect everyone regardless of race, gender, or economic status and we must ensure that we are doing everything we can to breakdown the barriers to treatment.”

Conroy was named chair of the newly-formed House Mental Health Committee in February of 2017. Conroy has led hearings on various issues regarding the state’s mental health infrastructure, including the roles of school based health centers, insurance coverage parity, access to mental health care, and ways in which the stigma surrounding mental health can be removed.

In addition to the hearings, the committee discussed and passed several significant measures to improve access to mental health care, including the creation of a volunteer advisory committee to bring together experts in pediatrics and mental health and Conroy’s legislation requiring schools to notify parents of school based supportive mental health services that students are eligible for.

“Our work is far from over, but I am optimistic that we will continue to work together and bring meaningful reform to mental health treatment,” she said. “Even with all the shortcomings of our current system, I have met so many selfless people dedicated to providing these vital services. I will do everything I can to guarantee that they can continue the work they do and we will work together to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to receive the treatment they deserve.”

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1st Time on the Market..Ever!

1st Time on the Market..Ever!

This Story Book English Tudor built in 1926 at 314 South Kenilworth Avenue in Elmhurst, IL is one of two homes built next to each other on separate 90 x 190 lots for the Soukup family estate. The Soukups were a prominent family in Elmhurst in the 1900’s. One of the Soukup family members living at 314 South Kenilworth Avenue traded homes with the Murray family in 1956 that were living on Berkley Avenue in Elmhurst, thus this home has never been on the open market before. A charming 5 bedroom, 3 bath home w/ over 3,100sf of living space & beautiful dark hardwood floors on the 1st & 2nd floor. Additional features include unique aggregate brick masonry w/ lannon stone highlights that enhance this home’s architecture. A beautiful blue/green slate roof w/ wide copper gutters frames the dramatic gable ends & dormers providing texture & interest for this one of a kind well maintained home.

The 90 x 190 premium lot offers substantial room for expansion of this Kenilworth jewel. Walk to town, train, Wilder Park, Library, Elmhurst Art Museum, nationally ranked schools; Immaculate Conception Schools & Elmhurst District 205 Hawthorne Elementary, Sandburg Middle School & York High School. $990,000

This Story Book English Tudor built in 1926 at 314 South Kenilworth Avenue in Elmhurst, IL is one of two homes built next to each other on separate 90 x 190 lots for the Soukup family estate. The Soukups were a prominent family in $990,000

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This Elmhurst split level boasts over 2,800 SF of finished living space w/ 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 2.5 car garage, newly remodeled eat-in kitchen, & new carpet/ paint. The LL has a huge walkout family rm to the fenced back yard, bedroom & a new spa-like bathroom. 3 oversized bedrooms up w/ double closets & another large full bathroom.

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Elmhurst Townhome

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In the Heart of Elmhurst!

In the Heart of Elmhurst!

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Don’t miss out on this center of town Colonial situated on a double lot and walking distance to downtown Elmhurst, Metra, Award winning schools, and all Elmhurst amentities! Separate formal dining room and living room with fireplace. First floor family room addition. 4 bedrooms up plus a first floor office or potential 5th bedroom/in-law arrangement. Bathrooms on each level, including basement. Hardwood floors, updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliance package.

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Center of Town Ranch

Center of Town Ranch

Center of Town, stone and stucco ranch that puts you within walking distance to everything Elmhurst has to offer. Wellappointed and updated with coffered ceiling in living room, crown molding, 2 fireplaces, updated white kitchen with SS $425,000 FIRST OFFERING!

Center of Town, stone and stucco ranch that puts you within walking distance to everything Elmhurst has to offer. Wellappointed and updated with coffered ceiling in living room, crown molding, 2 fireplaces, updated white kitchen with SS appliances, separate dining room, 2 beds, 2 full baths, finished basement with family room and fireplace, clean and bright laundry room, 2 easily accessible crawl spaces for storage, oversized 2 car garage, beautiful paver patio and professional landscaping, and circle driveway. Move in-ready and in Hawthorne/Sandburg schools $425,000

CollegeView Classic!

CollegeView Classic!

This home is located in a prime location within the highly desirable “College View” neighborhood. Walking distance to town/schools/Wilder Park/Elmhurst Library/Whole Foods Shopping/Expressways, this home has almost 4,000 sqft of $599,900 NEW PRICE!

Walk to Town

Walk to Town

Center of town, well-kept bungalow featuring 4 beds, 2 baths, hardwood floors, Pella windows with inset blinds, breakfast room, finished basement, oversized 2.5 car garage, storage shed, front porch, huge back deck with Sunsetter awning $375,000

Center of town, well-kept bungalow featuring 4 beds, 2 baths, hardwood floors, Pella windows with inset blinds, breakfast room, finished basement, oversized 2.5 car garage, storage shed, front porch, huge back deck with Sunsetter awning overlooking beautifully landscaped 205’ deep back yard. Newer roof, windows, garage, and furnace. On a great block and walking distance to downtown Elmhurst, Metra, East End Pool/Park, and Field GS / Sandburg JRHS. Perfect opportunity for a starter home or empty nester! $375,000

Steps to Town!

Steps to Town!

On the fringe of downtown Elmhurst, this American 4-Square sits on a premium 65 x 190 lot & was completely renovated w/ 2-story addition in 2010. Large front porch to open concept first floor - family rm w/ surround sound, fireplace, built-ins,

You’re sure to be impressed w/ this ‘Southern Living’ gem w/ custom fluted trim on all 3 floors, separate formals, 1st floor laundry/mudrm, eat-in kitchen, 1st floor family rm, & custombuilt fireplace mantels. 4 BRs up, 3 w/ direct bathroom access, $659,900

You’re sure to be impressed w/ this ‘Southern Living’ gem w/ custom fluted trim on all 3 floors, separate formals, 1st floor laundry/mudrm, eat-in kitchen, 1st floor family rm, & custom-built fireplace mantels. 4 BRs up, 3 w/ direct bathroom access, 3 fireplaces, one w/ dual exposure to the master BR & master bath. 2 magnificent libraries, a lower level in-law arrangement w/ private bath & wet bar w/ sink, fridge & dishwasher. Covered porch & 2nd floor veranda overlooking a expansive paver brick patio & large yard w/ irrigation & impressive landscaping, a heated 2 car attached garage w/ epoxy floors, & charming Coach House! $659,900

On the fringe of downtown Elmhurst, this American 4-Square sits on a premium 65 x 190 lot & was completely renovated w/ 2-story addition in 2010. Large front porch to open concept first floor - family rm w/ surround sound, fireplace, built-ins, entertainer’s kitchen w/ island, butler’s pantry, full bath, separate formals & 2 fireplaces. 4 beds up w/ master suite, spa bath & laundry. Finished basement - office, 5th bed, & rec room. Outdoors- new Trex deck, 190’ deep lot, playset & 2.5 car garage. Improvements include hardie siding, Pella windows, electrical/ plumbing, & 3-zone HVAC. Walk to everything! $750,000

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Danby Woods Colonial

Danby Woods Colonial

This home is located in a prime location within the highly desirable “College View” neighborhood.

Walking distance to town/schools/Wilder Park/ Elmhurst Library/Whole Foods Shopping/ Expressways, this home has almost 4,000 sqft of finished living space, a family friendly footprint & has been lovingly cared for 30 years. 5 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms Upstairs, 1st Floor has great flow & features include: Formal Living Room w/ Sunny Front Bay Window, Family Room w/ Fireplace, Private Office (could be 1st flr BR), Formal Dining Room, convenient half bathroom, Laundry Room all with easy access to your deck & backyard. $599,900

8 Car Garage

8 Car Garage

ATTENTION CAR COLLECTORS/MECHANICS, CONTRACTORS, BOAT/RV OWNERS - One of a kind opportunity awaits you on this nearly 1-acre property in unincorporated Villa Park. This property offers a 2014 built,

ATTENTION CAR COLLECTORS/MECHANICS, CONTRACTORS, BOAT/RV OWNERS - One of a kind opportunity awaits you on this nearly 1-acre property in unincorporated Villa Park. This property offers a 2014 built, 3800 SF 2-story home with walkout basement + an attached (8) EIGHT CAR garage with the 13 ft high ceilings for potential storage of 16 autos w/ lifts. The home offers 4 beds up, HWF’s, family room w/ fireplace, 1st floor full bath & laundry, master suite w/ spa bath & access to 42x32 attic over the garage for home office, workout room, or other ideas + a walkout basement. $675,000

$675,000

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The perfect blend of southern living and modern elegance, this home provides an idyllic setting for raising a family.

Completely remodeled in 2008, it has a beautiful, brick exterior boasting a balcony off the master bedroom and 2 $1,599,000

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The perfect blend of southern living and modern elegance, this home provides an idyllic setting for raising a family. Completely remodeled in 2008, it has a beautiful, brick exterior boasting a balcony off the master bedroom and 2 covered patios that provide the perfect places to congregate outdoors. Inside you’re greeted by a chic living room w/ gorgeous hdwd flrs and seethrough fireplace. The bright kitchen opens to the family room and dining room, perfect for hosting the largest of family gatherings. Rounding off the 1st flr is a mud rm, 2 baths and office. Upstairs you’ll find 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 luxurious, full baths. With a full bsmt, heated indoor bball ct, and large yard, this is any child’s dream home. It has the charm of a classic stately manor while still providing the high end finishes luxury buyers expect. Situated in the heart of Elmhurst, it’s mere blocks away from everything our great town has to offer including Wilder Park, Elmhurst Library, the Metra, and much more! $1,599,000 320199

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RGA receives $15,000 community impact grant from New York Life ed Living Arrangement (CILA) one of over twenty single family homes owned, staffed and operated by RGA. “We are grateful for New York Life’s investment in Ray Graham Association, which will change the lives of the people we support at our Wilson CILA for the better,” said Kim Zoeller, President and CEO of Ray Graham Association. “Without the support from New York Life, we wouldn’t be able to provide the much needed updated furniture and flooring throughout the home.”

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Pictured at the ribbon cutting ceremony are Ray Graham Association team members, people supported at RGA’s Wilson Community Integrated Living Arrangement and New York Life representatives including David Farra, Financial Advisor, and Mike Gavin, Managing Partner of New York Life’s Greater Chicago General Office. Farra cut the ribbon on behalf of New York Life.

County’s Narcan Program saves 500 lives since inception Jorgensen: 37 deaths due to opioid overdoses so far in 2018 The DuPage Narcan® Program (DNP) recently experienced a milestone by recording the 500th life saved since Narcan was first administered in 2014. The life was saved

by Officer Lundy on June 23, 2018 in Wheaton.

“Serving and protecting citizens continues to evolve,” said Wheaton Police Chief Bill Murphy. “Narcan has become an important public safety tool.”

The DNP was formed in 2013 in response to the alarming number of DuPage County deaths attributed to heroin overdoses, and Narcan training began later that year. There are now 4,601 individuals trained by the DNP to use Narcan to reverse an

overdose.

“Although saving 500 lives is a remarkable accomplishment, we must embrace these opportunities to link individuals to treatment,” said Health Department Executive Director Karen Ayala.

Many lives have been saved, however, many lives continue to be lost.

“The remarkable successes we achieved in a few short years are overshadowed by the number of opioid-related deaths,” said DuPage County Coroner Dr. Richard Jorgensen.

There have been 37 deaths due to opioid overdoses in 2018, the coroner said.

In DuPage County, the recently formed Heroin Opioid Prevention and Education (HOPE) Taskforce, an interagency-interdisciplinary advisory group, is comprehensively assessing opioid use within the County. The Taskforce advises DuPage County elected leaders on ways to address opioid use in the County.

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Ray Graham Association (RGA), which creates opportunities that empower people with disabilities to reach, grow and achieve announced last week that it was awarded a $15,000 Community Impact Grant from New York Life. On Friday, June 15th, 2018 a ribbon cutting ceremony took place to commence the start of the project funded by New York Life.

The grant will support RGA’s Beautification Fund which will provide new furniture and replace the worn flooring at RGA’s Wilson Community Integrat-

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The Elmhurst Independent - Thursday, July 5, 2018 • 19 NEW LISTING

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468 S PARKSIDE AVE, ELMHURST

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6 br, 5 ba $1,285,000

5 br, 4.1 ba $799,000

5 br, 2.1 ba $725,000

5 br, 4.1 ba $685,000

3 br, 2.2 ba $629,900

Steve & Juliet - The Mills Group 630.834.0582

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4 br, 2.1 ba $519,900

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TCHS student receives scholarship

Rachel Stoll, a student at Timothy Christina High School, received a scholarship from the Brian E. Wagner Scholarship Fund. Rachel is pictured here with her parents at Mama Maria’s Restaurant in downtown Elmhurst. “I hope to maintain Brian’s legacy of shining a light of positivity and encouragement,” Rachel said about receiving the award.

Student from ICCP earns scholarship

ICCP student Michael Liszka (center) received a BEWSF Scholarship. He is pictured here with his parents as well as Board member Barbara Wagner-Lackey (2nd from left) and Pete Zamar (far right). “I will continue to honor [Brian’s] legacy and make a positive influence on others through volunteer opportunities while in college,” Liszka commented about the scholarship.

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See our website for more information on contemporary and traditional services. We hope to see you soon!

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BEWSF Scholarships awarded to four emerging student leaders

The Brian E. Wagner Scholarship Fund (BEWSF) has awarded scholarships to seniors from four different Elmhurst-area high schools: Fenwick, ICCP, Timothy Christian and York.

The foundation’s annual tradition grants college funding to exemplary students who have pro-actively served their community through dedicated volunteer service. The BEWSF’s mission aims to encourage high school students to serve as leaders by exercising sound judgment and making a positive impact in their lives and the lives of others.

Brian Edwin Wagner, who tragically passed away in 1993 at the age of 16, dedicated much of his life assisting his peers and neighbors. Brian’s legacy is commemorated by this scholarship program.

About the recipients…

Allison Lang One recipient of the BEWSF scholarship is Allison Lang, a student of Fenwick High School, who will be majoring in nursing when she attends St. Louis University next year. She also plans on being part of the university’s intramural volleyball and the outdoor adventure club. Allison shared her feelings about receiving the scholarship.

“I am honored to receive this award that remembers Brian E. Wagner, someone who was so dedicated to achieving his goals and being active in his community. It is my intention to live my life like he would have lived his by working hard in school and staying involved in community service.

“My long-term goals are to become a Nurse Practitioner and to join the Peace Corps.”

Michael Liszka A student at Immaculate Conception College Prep, Michael Liszka

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Programs air on COMCAST Channel 6 Programs may also be found at ElmhurstTV.com Elmhurst Our Kind Of Town #1435 Spirito! Singers Present “If Music Be the Food of Love ~ Celebrating 10 Years of Song” Sundays at 7 p.m.

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was accepted to the University of Kentucky with plans to major in Special Education. He shared his thoughts about earning the scholarship thusly: “It is a great honor and privilege to receive the Brian Wagner Scholarship. I see many similarities between myself and him. We are both leaders in the classroom and in sports. I will continue to honor his legacy and make a positive influence on others through volunteer opportunities while in college. I will also continue my leadership while playing collegiate hockey.”

Rachel Stoll Timothy Christian High School student Rachel Stoll plans to major in nursing at Calvin College, where she will attend next year. She also plans to participate in intramurals, the student activities committee and the art collaborative group. Rachel talked about receiving the BEWSF scholarship award.

“It’s hard to put into words how grateful and blessed I feel to have received this scholarship in the name of someone who emulated hard work and leadership in such a strong way.

I hope to maintain Brian’s legacy of will allow me to carry out Brian’s shining a light of positivity and en- legacy into future endeavors. Being a well-rounded person who lives in couragement.” the moment can be hard to do sometimes, but this award will remind me Eileen King York student Eileen King, another to stay grounded and live life to the BEWSF scholarship recipient, has fullest.”

The BEWSF expresses their deepenrolled at Marquette University and will likely declare her major in est gratitude to all those that have contributed to the success of Brian’s broadcasting or journalism.

She summed up her thoughts foundation and encourages all to visabout receiving the scholarship in it the website to learn more about upthis way: “I am so honored to re- coming events, donating to the cause ceive this award. The BEWSF’s and applying for the next scholarship mission really resonates with me and award at brianewagnerfund.org.

Public Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Charles J. Gubricky; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2017CH001491 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 5/2/2018, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on August 7, 2018 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT 1 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN #8 ST. NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0076174 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on JUNE 11, 2018, wherein the business firm of LAVISH K BOUTIQUE LOCATED AT 207 REGENCY DRIVE, APT. 254, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108-2144 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) KERI MCDANIEL, HOME ADDRESS 207 REGENCY DRIVE, APT 254, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108-2144 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 11TH day of JUNE, A.D. 2018.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent June 21, 28 & July 5, 2018) 319217 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0076193 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on JUNE 21, 2018, wherein the business firm of REYSTUDIO LOCATED AT 2037 BLOOMINGDALE RD STE 215B, GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139-2195 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) VERONICA CUAXILOA, HOME ADDRESS 1810 GLENN ELLYN ROAD APT 2B, GLENDALE HGTS, IL 601392272 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 21ST day of JUNE, A.D. 2018.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent June 28, July 5 & 12, 2018) 320008

CHARLES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R2004-306027, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, IN PART OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS LOT 8 OF THE PLAT OF ST. CHARLES WEST, A RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1, 2 AND 3 IN RALPH’S SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LYING SOUTHWEST OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF THE ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILROAD AND WEST OF THE CENTER LINE OF FAIRVIEW AVENUE EXTENDED NORTH, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 22, 1936, AS DOCUMENT 368550 IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. ALSO THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0076198 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on JUNE 22, 2018, wherein the business firm of J-KING JANITORIAL SERVICE CO., LOCATED AT 419 S. CASS AVENUE, WESTMONT, IL 60559-2365 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) DESTINY P. BELL, HOME ADDRESS 6717 SCHROEDER ROAD APT 3, MADISON, WI 53711-2354.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 22ND day of JUNE, A.D. 2018.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent June 28, July 5 & 12, 2018) 320119 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0076169 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on JUNE 8, 2018, wherein the business firm of WE’RE ON THE LEVEL LOCATED AT 233 LAKE PARK DRIVE, ADDISON, IL 601013719 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) WESLEY F. BENDER, HOME ADDRESS 233 LAKE PARK DRIVE, ADDISON, IL 60101-3719.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 8TH day of JUNE, A.D. 2018.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent June 21, 28 & July 5, 2018) 319066

RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF THE CENTER LINE OF FAIRVIEW AVENUE EXTENDED NORTH AND THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD; THENCE NORTH ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF FAIRVIEW AVENUE AVENUE EXTENDED NORTH 50 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING THENCE EAST 137.21 FEET ALONG A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND 150 FEET NORTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD; THENCE NORTH ALONG A LINE PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 2 AND 197.32 FEET WEST THEREOF AS MEASURED ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD, A DISTANCE OF 219.35 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE INTERSECTION OF SAID PARALLEL LINE WITH THE SOUTH LINE THE ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILROAD RIGHT OF WAY; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0076208 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on JUNE 26, 2018, wherein the business firm of JO & E STUDIO LOCATED AT 400 W. ARMY TRAIL ROAD, STE 8, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108-0000 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) JOSE J. VARGAS, HOME ADDRESS 108 ARBOR DRIVE, CAROL STREAM, IL 60188-0000.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 26TH day of JUNE, A.D. 2018.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent July 5, 12 & 19, 2018) 320523 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0076209 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on JUNE 27, 2018, wherein the business firm of TWELVE DOZEN VIOLINS LOCATED AT 30W050 CAPISTRANO COURT - #101 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563-1903 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) JESSE E. GROSS, HOME ADDRESS 30W050 CAPISTRANO COURT - #101, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563-1903 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 27TH day of JUNE, A.D. 2018.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent July 5, 12 & 19, 2018) 320525

ILLINOIS CENTRAL RIGHT OF WAY TO THE POINT OF INTERSECTION THEREOF WITH SAID CENTER LINE OF FAIRVIEW AVENUE EXTENDED NORTH; THENCE SOUTH ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF FAIRVIEW AVENUE, EXTENDED NORTH A DISTANCE OF 345.25 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 06-02-316-064-0000 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 113 Fellows Ct #113 Elmhurst, IL 60126 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-17-15518.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Charles J. Gubricky; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2017CH001491 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 5/2/2018, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on August 7, 2018 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 06-02-316-064-0000 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 113 Fellows Ct #113 Elmhurst, IL 60126 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-17-15518.

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Local students graduate from Elmhurst College At its 147th Commencement on Saturday, May 26, 812 seniors were awarded Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Liberal Studies degrees. In addition, 282 students received graduate degrees.

Elmhurst College also presented certificates of completion to nine students in the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy (ELSA), a fouryear program that offers a full-time, post-secondary educational experience to young adults with differing abilities.

President Troy D. VanAken awarded the diplomas and certificates.

Graduates from Elmhurst include: Ali Ahmed, Saaniya Ahmed, Erin Bartholomew, Scott Blaszak, Michael Castellanos, Sean Connell, Jeffery Crowe, Miranda Dean, Megan Debernardis, Michael Druffel, Samuel Dunn, Lauren Graessle, Taylor Hanssen, Scott Helton, Ivette Isidoro, Efrosini Karabelas, Nicole Kawula, Jennifer Korolev, Gina Leali, Mica Matney, Mohammed Mirza, Abigail Missimer, Brittany Natanek, Lindsey Niemann, Michael Pettineo, Charles Pozen, Courtney Province, Jonathan Rice, Graeme Rowe, Garrett Rowe, Nicholas Sorrentino, William Sundberg, Raymond Sutter, Keeley Thayer, Mihovil Turk, Anita Vigilante, Kendall Wolff and Brian Yohannan.

Local resident graduates from Wheaton College Wheaton College congratulates May 2018 graduate Ryan David Bowman. Bowman, of Elmhurst, recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations.

Miami of Ohio news: Resident to study in India Emily Vana of Elmhurst, a master’s student in the Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) from Miami University’s Project Dragonfly, will travel to India in July 2018. Vana will study the ecological, cultural and spiritual landscapes of the Western Ghats, where the fates of people, wildlife and deities meet in sacred groves and forest temples.

Vana works as a behavioral analyst at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders.

Siobhan Nolan finishing master’s studies at Miami of Ohio Elmhurst resident Siobhan Nolan has been applying the tools of science, education and conservation to become a leader in the conservation community. In spring 2018, Nolan concluded her master’s course of study with a Master of Arts (MA) in Biology from Miami University through Project Dragonfly.

Since joining the Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) master’s in 2015, Nolan has taken courses on the web from Miami University while also participating in on-site and field studies at Chicago Zoological Society’s Brookfield Zoo. Nolan works as a lab animal care technician at Loyola University of Chicago in Maywood.

Project Dragonfly’s Earth Expeditions graduate courses engage people in firsthand educational and scientific research at critical conservation field sites in Africa, Australia, Asia and the Americas.

Local students achieve Dean’s List at Miami Miami University students who are ranked in the top 20 percent of undergraduate students within each division for second semester 201718 have been named to the dean’s list recognizing academic excellence.

They include the following Elmhurst residents: Josh Hoeksema, Lauren Bielat, Kayla Cartwright, Madison Casey, Caitlin Creed, Jack McDonnell and Jessi Hoeksema.

U of Iowa announces spring 2018 Dean’s List Among the students named to the spring Dean’s List at the University of Iowa in Iowa City are the following Elmhurst residents: Matthew Dillon, Mackenzie Dirmish, Olivia Favia, Jennifer Gentile, Lillian Hohman, Emma Jordan-Wood, John Kopach, Ella Lee, Dennis Murphy, Taylor Pankau, Nicholas Potaczek, Alyssa Pozen, MacKenzie Ray, Owen Rehling, Charles Rose, Christina Spaeth, Julia Vesely, Lindsey Vierow and Gretchen Vitek. Dirmish was named to the university’s President’s List for the spring 2018 semester.

U of Iowa graduates local residents Graduates honored at the Spring 2018 commencement at the University of Iowa in Iowa City includes the following Elmhurst residents: Kaylin Antioho, who received a BA-Social Work; John Finan, BBA-Accounting; BBA-Finance; Jennifer Gentile, BBA-Management, BBA-Marketing and CER-International Business; Rory Hannigan, BBA-Finance; CER-Risk Management and Insurance; Giavanna Kish, a BA-Sociology; CER-Critical Cultural Competence; James Kliebhan, BSE-Chemical Engineering; Allison Mc Daid, BA-Health and Human Physiology; Lindsey Medema, BA-Elementary Education; Taylor Pankau, BBA-Finance; Paul Rafac, BA-English; Charles Rose, BBA-Marketing; Nicolette Salerno, BA-Psychology; and, Kyle Stearns, BA-Enterprise Leadership.

Dean’s, President’s lists students named for UA Spring 2018 Term Students were named to the various honors lists for spring 2018 at The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. Students named to these lists include: Kaitlyn Teresa Grady, President’s List; Nicole Kramer, Dean’s List; Reed G. Morley, President’s List; Samuel A Rafac, Dean’s List; Eric David Tufte, President’s List; and, Katelyn Renee Veach, Dean’s List.

Polte named to Clemson University Dean’s List Kelly M. Polte of Elmhurst has been named to the Dean’s List at Clemson University for the spring 2018 semester. She is majoring in Food Science and Human Nutrition.

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Elmhurst American Legion U19 team splits pair of games U17 Muddogs squad sweeps doubleheader against Round Lake

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Elmhurst American Legion Post 187 U19 team split two recent games with Mt. Prospect Post 525 and Elgin Post 57.

After beating Mt. Prospect Post 525 by a 10-0 count via a forfeit, Elmhurst dropped a 5-4 decision to Elgin Post 57. Elmhurst and Elgin have split the season series. Both teams will be part of the upcoming district playoffs in Carol Stream.

Elmhurst jumped out to a 2-1 lead after three innings, but Elgin scored four runs in the top of the fourth to take the lead for good. Elmhurst did counter with two runs in the fourth.

Elmhurst was limited to four hits and also made five errors in the field.

Joe Orrico was 1-for-2 with a run scored. Nick Lee was 1-for-3 with a run scored. Mason Kamp scored a run. Jack Enright was 1-for-3 with a run scored. Nathan Kriz had an RBI, as did Dan Gusel Jr. Tamaine Durr was 1-for-3 with an RBI. Durr and Orrico each had a double.

Jordan Vogel took the loss. He struck out two. Durr pitched the final three innings and gave up two hits, no earned runs and fanned three.

The loss put Elmhurst at 4-5 on the season with a single ballgame scheduled against Highland, Indiana Post 180 at Plunkett Athletic Complex in Elmhurst earlier this week.

Post 187 returns to action this coming Tuesday in Montgomery at the Stuart Sports Complex against Lake in the Hills Post 1231, another upcoming entrant in the district playoffs. This coming Thursday, Elmhurst heads north to face Deerfield Post 738.

In earlier action, Post 187 lost to Wheaton Post 76 by an 8-7 margin.

Wheaton scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh to win the game.

The two teams combined for 22 hits, but Elmhurst made five errors.

Tommy Ryan had a hit, a run scored and two walks. Brendan Russ had a hit, a run scored and a walk.

Tim Beecroft had a hit and a run scored. Kamp went 3-for-3 with two runs scored and three RBI. Gusel Jr. went 3-for-4 with a run scored and two RBI. Ivan Lozada went 3-for-4 with a run scored and an RBI. Beefcroft and Kamp each had a double, while Kamp had a triple.

Kamp also stole two bases.

Enright was the losing pitcher in relief. Russ went 5 1/3 innings and struck out 10.

In an 11-10 win over Highland, Indiana, Elmhurst won the game in the bottom of the eighth. The two

teams combined for 26 hits. Elmhurst committed six errors.

In the bottom of the eighth, Russ walked. Lozada put down a sacrifice bunt that moved Russ to second base. Kamp grounded out to the shortstop and Russ advanced to third and then scored the winning run after an error by the third baseman.

Orrico was 2-for-4 with a run scored and an RBI. Enright had two hits, scored three runs and walked twice. Russ was 3-for-4 with three runs scored and three RBI. Lee was 2-for-3 with a run scored and three RBI. Beecroft, Lee, Orrico and Russ each doubled and Russ also had a triple.

Elmhurst stole nine bases with Durr, Gusel Jr. and Orrico each

stealing two. Vogel was the winner had a double. Cotto stole two bases. in relief. He went six innings and Dave Sykora was the winning struck out four while allowing only pitcher. He struck out six in five intwo earned runs. nings and allowed only three hits.

In the nightcap, Elmhurst was a Post 187 U17 Muddogs 5-2 winner against Round Lake. The The Elmhurst American Legion Muddogs scored single runs in five Post 187 U17 Muddogs team recent- of the seven innings and pounded ly swept a doubleheader from Round out 11 hits.

Lake Post 1170.

Cotto was 4-for-4 with three runs In a 6-2 win over Round Lake in scored. Sykora had a hit and an RBI, five innings, Elmhurst scored at least as did Howard. Andrew Pietrucha one run in every inning. The Mud- had two hits. Justin Lomax also had dogs had seven hits. Alexis Cotto two hits. Sykora’s hit was a double. had a hit and two runs scored. Ryan Cotto stole five bases in the conwent 1-for-2 with a run scored and test. an RBI. Alanzo Howard went 1-forGelsomino was the winning pitch2 with an RBI. Tyler Gelsomino er. He threw a seven-inning comwent 1-for-2 with a run scored and plete game, allowing only four hits an RBI. Liam Dacre had two RBI. and two earned runs, while recordJack Ryan and Tommy Ryan each ing five strikeouts.

Rounding third

Post 187 also recently headed to Tennessee for a tournament. Elmhurst dropped a 12-1 game to Huntsville, Alabama Post 237 in five innings.

Elmhurst was limited to five hits.

Gelsomino and Jose Alvarez each had two hits.

Alvarez also had an RBI. Michael Hilgart had the other hit. Hilgart took the loss.

The Muddogs also lost 8-0 to Columbia Post 19 in five innings. Alvarez and Kriz each had a hit. Cotto took the loss.

In an 11-2 loss to Long Horns in Tennessee, Kriz had two hits. Cotto and Alvarez each had a hit. Alvarez’s hit was a double. Alvarez took the loss. He struck out four in four innings.

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A Mets runner races home during the Elmhurst Baseball & Softball League tourney championship game held at Plunkett Park on Saturday, June 30.

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Mets vs. Padres: Senior girls division championship action

CHRIS FOX PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent

The Elmhurst Baseball & Softball League senior girls softball division tournament championship game was played on Saturday, June 30 at Plunkett Park. The Mets doubled up the Padres 22-11 to win the title.

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York’s Ryan Ross continues to excel on the baseball field

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

To put it bluntly, York senior-tobe Ryan Ross had a great baseball season this past spring.

Playing 30 games for the Dukes, Ross batted .431 with a slugging percentage of .588 and an on-base percentage of .581. He had 37 hits, including four doubles, three triples, one home run and 26 RBI to go with 26 runs scored, 20 walks and 20 stolen bases in 21 attempts.

“I hit very well and had a pretty good year at the plate and defensively was the same thing,” Ross said.

Coaches in the West Suburban Conference Silver Division also felt the same way about Ross, naming him the division’s player of the year for the 2018 season.

“I was very excited and surprised when I heard about that,” said Ross.

“It was, ‘Oh my gosh.’ When coach (Dave Kalal) told me- I was very excited. It got me even more excited to go out there and compete in the playoffs.”

In addition to his offensive numbers, Ross also excelled in the field, but for different reasons. Ross moved during the season from shortstop to center field.

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York’s Ryan Ross, playing shortstop in a March, 2018 game. Ross moved to the outfield for the Dukes later in the season.

“I feel I’m very versatile,” he said. “It was different moving from short to center. All I had done my whole career at York was play shortstop. When they told me to go out

there, I was like, ‘OK.’ I embraced it and I got used to it. It turned out to be a lot of fun and was a good experience. It wasn’t too tough of an adjustment. I was able to track down

balls pretty well.”

The move came after Ross got sick in the middle of the season.

“They moved our second baseman Ian Steinorth to shortstop from second base and he was playing well at short,” Ross said. “When I came back I moved to center and we stuck with it and I was OK with it.”

Ross said his offensive improvement stems from a change in philosophy. “I feel I was more aggressive at the plate,” he said. “Last year I was taking too many pitches and would fall behind and then they would come after me with some nasty off-speed pitches. I’ve always been successful hitting fastballs.

That’s the key to getting good hits.

I’ve been more patient, which I needed to be but I’m more aggressive now when the time is right.”

In addition to playing for York’s summer team, Ross also is playing with the Long Shots travel team out of Downers Grove.

“I love it,” he said late last week.

“We’re in Georgia right now for a tournament. Last week we were in Nashville. We have kids on the team from all over—Naperville and down south. They come from all over the area.”

Ross, who will play in the fall for the Long Shots as well as an all-startype team from the Chicago Scouts Association (where they will play in a big tournament in Jupiter, Florida), continues to enjoy his time with the York baseball team.

“We have a blast,” he said. “We’re always trying to get better and the coaches make it fun. It’s been great.

I’ve been on varsity since the end of my freshman year. The guys always have been accepting and we’ve always had a good group of guys to play with. I’m excited to go out every day and play for York.”

Looking ahead, Ross said he has his sights set on playing college baseball at the Division I level.

“I want to play college baseball very badly,” he said.

To do that, Ross noted he still has work to do.

“I want to get physically better,” he said. “I want to be the best athlete I can be. I don’t want anybody to be better than me. I want to be the best on the field. I always can get better at defense and hitting. I’m working extremely hard. We have good pitchers in our conference and I want to be ready to go against all of them.”

York girls basketball team enjoying fine summer Dukes win Willowbrook shootout; Take second at Morris

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

It’s been a summer of success for the York girls basketball team The Dukes were 20-4 overall heading into their final games at Loyola Academy late last week. Included in that 20-4 mark was a title win at the Willowbrook shootout, plus a runner-up finish at the 32-team Morris shootout.

“The summer has gone well,” said York coach Brandon Collings. “We lost to Geneva, which had one loss, we lost to Loyola who will be good

again. We lost to Bartlett on a buzzer-beater and lost to Lincoln-Way West.”

The Lincoln-Way West setback came in the title game at Morris.

In giving an overview of the summer, Collings said a major plus has been the rapid progress the incoming junior class has made against varsity competition.

“We knew how talented the junior class was,” he said. “They had good records at the freshmen and sophomore levels where we kept them together. We knew the talent was there.

For me, the biggest thing that stands out is how varsity-ready some of them are. We also have pulled up two sophomores who have had nice summers.

We knew what we had coming back with the seniors, but these juniors and sophomores also have had a nice summer. I am pleasantly surprised.”

York did suffer a big blow when

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This is a team that can get out and run. We’ll look to push the ball.

Overall, we’ve had a good summer and the girls have played really well.”

– York coach Brandon Collings

returning varsity veteran Matty Stark was lost to a knee injury sustained in an AAU contest. “We lost our top-returning scorer from last year,” said Collings. “She’s a returning all-conference player. She’s most likely done for the year. It happened right before our summer season. She probably won’t end up playing for us, but things could change.”

Collings said this upcoming season’s version of the Dukes will be

different than the 2017-2018 product.

“We will have a different team,” he said. “We didn’t press during the summer and worked on our halfcourt offense and defense, but this is a very athletic team that will be able to pressure. We are shooting the ball well and will definitely have shooters on this team. We’ve been concentrating on our half-court man on offense and defense and have been executing well. We’ve mixed in a four-out, one-

in with our five-out and that’s been nice to see. This is a team that can get out and run. We’ll look to push the ball. Overall, we’ve had a good summer and the girls have played really well.”

Collings cited strong summer play from the likes of Sara Krissinger, Kaitlyn Kjome, veteran Kathleen Levins, Kiah Rufus and Carley Schwartz. “Sara has had a great summer and Kaitlyn is only a sophomore.

She’s been the biggest surprise. She’s had a great summer,” he said. “Kathleen is a four-year returning varsity player who has had a really good summer and Caya has had a good summer, along with Carley. I had a feeling we could be good (this year), but we would be young. When Matty went down, it was a huge blow to us, but we’ve had a lot of juniors and sophomores step up and that’s been a huge boost for us.”

York boys volleyball team finishes season with 20 wins Howlett leads way with 225 kills; McCarville goes over 400-dig mark for season

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York boys volleyball team hit a significant barrier in highschool team sports this season.

The Dukes made it to the always-sought-after 20-win plateau,

finishing the year 20-15. The Dukes went 2-4 in the tough West Suburban Conference Silver Division and lost in the regional semifinals of the state playoffs to Glenbard East.

On the individual front, Matthew Howlett led the Dukes with 225 kills, while John Nosek had 158 kills and Michael Dirmish had 151 kills. John Sopko finished with 99 kills. Howlett led the team in kill attempts with 524, while Dirmish was second with 414.

Nosek finished the season hitting .352 on 290 attempts.

At the service line, Sopko led the

Dukes with 18 aces. Ryan Schaner had 17, while Howlett had 16, Collin McCarville had 15 and Nosek had 14.

Aidan Hickey had a 95.7 service percentage on 116 attempts (only 5 errors). Matt Reishus had a 94.7 percentage with only six errors in 113 attempts. Also of note, Jack Rosenberg made no errors in his 22 service attempts, while Schaner was second on the team in attempts with 288 and made only 20 errors (93.1 percent). Howlett led the team in service attempts with 303 and made 28 errors (90.8 percent). McCar-

ville also was busy at the line, attempting 252 serves and making 25 errors (90.1 percent). When Howlett was on the line, York scored a team-high 150 points. Schaner had 136 points, while McCarville had 133 points.

Nosek led the team in blocking with 56 total blocks. Pat Resing was next with 50 and Sopko had 32.

Resing led the team with 27 solo blocks. Nosek was second with 23 and Sopko was third with 16. Nosek led in block assists with 33.

McCarville was the team leader in digs with 421 (5.1 per set).

Howlett had 161 digs (2.0 per set).

Schaner had 122 digs and Michael Deaton had 103.

Schaner led the way with 528 setting assists, while Reishus had 180.

Schaner had 1,647 ball-handling attempts and made only 42 errors.

In serve-receive, McCarville led the way in receptions with 450 and made 28 errors. Deaton had 243 receptions, while Howlett had 240 (19 errors). Hickey had 130 receptions and Dirmish had 122.

Schaner, Howlett, Nosek and Dirmish were the team captains this season.

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In my opinion

Trip to Niagra Falls did not disappoint when we have more time to spend.

My client in Buffalo advised us to take the Lewiston-Queenston Bridge to have less wait getting through customs and have a prettier drive.

We arrived in overcast weather, but the scenery was still magnificent.

The drive was lovely and the falls, of course, impressive.

Rain or shine, the force and vol-

ume of waters crashing is mesmerizing. The rain held off and the view/ the experience was not diminished in By any way.

KELLY On this Sunday afternoon, we SIMMONS Columnist wandered the crowded sidewalks and took it all in. At our age and phase of life, we tell ourselves to go for it. We are healthy, we are here, we may never pass this way again, so if we want to do something, go for it.

We did the zip line (does not go across the falls), the “journey behind the falls”, and bought tickets for the evening fireworks cruise and a Note: The post office requires a new request form every three years. If you have already daytime cruise. The ticket booth atmailed in your form, please disregard this notice. tendant suggested we come back in the morning for the day cruise as the weather was predicted to be sunny.

Suggestion taken.

At the end of our first day as we emerged from the “Behind the Falls” adventure, the sky cleared and we saw the famous rainbows in the mist clouds produced by the falls. As we FRE E boarded the boat (The Hornblower) for our evening cruise, I was enchanted that a small wedding party was allowed to get on first. A bride, her groom, the officiant, and three young gentlemen in black tuxes Deli Van c Ake at F ious t joined them. n pa LAV hing Eas ter AH i s ar i Pre Ava Cater nM e side nts gl ilab ing M When we got on board, my Prince arch le N nt’s owi enu o ! w! n Bre and I went straight to the front of the akfa g pict u st d raw re of C ship for best viewing experience of s bu o l l e sine ss, c ge at a the fireworks and the falls. Much to om mu nnual my delight, the happy couple was exnity a lead ddres s ers changing vows right above us in the top deck corner.

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we were off into the mist. Heading straight into the thunderous falls, illuminated at night, was nothing short of magical. It felt like a fairy tale experience and gratitude overwhelmed me.

The boat then turned and proceeded to a calm spot to watch the fireworks. A memorable night for sure.

The next morning, I told my husband that I didn’t care if we did the daytime cruise. It would be hard to top the night before so if he wanted to use the time to do something else, that would be fine. The cost of our double ticket was not wasted as I felt the evening cruise was worth it entirely.

We opted to do the day cruise. The morning was sunny and bright and beautiful. We took the upper deck this time and my Prince decided to not wear the provided poncho as we did really get too wet the night before.

The day cruise was different. They took us farther into the crashing water. We went close. 681,000 gallons pounding every second. 2500 tons of force. The spray is fierce. And fantastic. We got soaked. And we loved it.

We loved every minute of our mini-vacation. It was a spontaneous last-minute decision to tack on the side trip. I’m so glad we did. (Note to self: Plan to be more spontaneous.) I am not sure if the billboard is true, that Niagara Falls is one of the seven natural wonders of the world (I’ll google it in a minute), but it is wonderful and worth it. I highly suggest you take a side trip and zippy up there! You won’t regret it!

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