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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1986
VOLUME 26-NUMBER 38
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Annual School District Christmas Concert
St. Mary's Helps the Need
School Board Meeting
The regular meeting of the Board of Education of School District #158, Huntley Consolidated schools, Huntley, Illinois was held in the High School building on Nov. 20, 1986 at 7:30 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by the President at 7:40 p.m. Upon roll call the following members answerea present: Mrs. McDonald, Mrs. Schadt, Mr. Heavey, Mr. Greve, Mr. Miller, Mr. Bauman. Absent: Mr. Freeberg. All present joined in the pledge to the flag.
1. Mrs. Schadt moved, Mr. Greve 2nd to approve the minutes of the October 23 regular meeting as written.
6 yeas - 0 nays Motion carried.
2. Mr. Greve moved, Mr. Miller 2nd, to approve payment of the monthly agenda of bills and imprest. Education - $29,015.85; OBM - $5,791.16; Bond & Interest - $66,581.25; Transportation - $2,206.18; L/S Con¬ struction - $2 740.21. Yeas: Greve, Miller, McDonald, Schadt, Heavey, Bauman. Nays: None
6 yeas - 0 nays Motion carried.
3. Mrs. Schadt moved, Mr. Heavey 2nd to approve the following activity fund transfers: #315 to #409; #315 to #408; #403 to #315. Yeas: Schadt, Heavey, McDonald, Greve, Miller, Bauman. Nays: None
6 yeas - 0 nays Motion carried.
4. Mr. Miller moved, Mrs. Schadt 2nd to approve the Amended Intergovernmental Agreement for Vocational Education.
6 yeas - 0 nays Motion carried.
5. Mr. Heavey moved, Mr. Bauman 2nd to go into executive session at 10:20 p.m. for the purpose of discussing personnel. Yeas: Heavey, Bauman. McDonald. Schadt, Greve, Miller. Nays: None
6 yeas - 0 nays Motion carried.
6. Mrs. Schadt moved, Mr. Heavey 2nd to return to open session at 10:35 p.m.
6 yeas - 0 nays Motion carried. The Board returned to open session.
7. Mr. Miller moved, Mr. Bauman 2nd to approve the resignation of James Schultz, the. employment of John Black, director of maintenance/custodial; extra curricular rescissions (1986/87) Paul Gillette - boys basketball assistant, winter/spring trainer; Tami Trulock - girls basketball assistant: Extra curricular appointments (1986/87): Tami Trulock - boys basketball assistant; Larry Kahl - girls basketball assistant; Tami Trulock - winter/ spring trainer. Yeas: Miller, Bauman, McDonald, Schadt, Heavey, Greve   Nays: None
6 yeas - 0 nays Motion carried.
Under the direction of Ann Tirk and Jeff Redman, the Huntley Grade School,Jr. High and High School Band and Chorus performed a selection of Christmas music to the delight of parents and friends.
The grade school concert was held on Monday evening featuring not only all the vioccs of the children K-5, but a small play put on by several f)fth giaders. The evening ended with the annual appearance of Santa Claus assisted by local Lions Club members.
On Tuesday evening the Jr. High and High School Band and Chorus gave their annual Christmas concert, featuring these soloists: Jan Korotasz, Jamie Ryan, Julie Bunt, Tanya Pupich, Cris Manley, Dave Erath. The evening ended with the audience and choirs singing the Hallelujah Chorus.
8. Mr. Greve moved, Mrs. McDonald 2nd to approve the resolution of Completion of Health/Life Safety Work.
6 Yeas - 0 Nays Motion carried.
9. Mrs. Schadt moved, Mr. Bauman 2nd to accept the gift to District #158 from the Legion Auxiliary to purchase books and supplies for the media center, and the gift of 3 metal lathes for the industrial technology depatment from Mr. & Mrs. Leboida.
6 yeas - 0 nays Motion carried.
10. Mr. Heavey moved, Mrs. Schadt 2nd to adjourn at 11:22 p.m.
0 yeas - 0 nays Meeting adjourned.
These minutes subject to Board approval at next regular meeting.
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special thanks to the following businesses for their donations for the Elgin Community Crisis Center "comfort packs":
Ace Hardware - Huntley, Algonquin Pharmacy, Bergners - Spring Hill Mall, Brethern Pub¬ lishing, DeMac's Barber Shop, Hansen Heating and Plumbling, Holiday Inn - Elgin, Huntley Community Credit Union, Huntley-Hebron Coin Laundries, Huntley Pharmacy, Huntley Hair Design, Huntley Supermarket, Huntley Village Inn, Hoppy's Barber Shop, J.C. Penney Co. - Spring Hill Mall, Marlowe Feed and Hatchery, Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio, Ramada Inn - Elgin, Robinson Industries, Life Touch National Studios, Dr. Langefeld D.D.S.
The "comfort packs" were assembled by the members of the Altar & Rosary Society of St. Marys Church. The parishioners also donated items for the packs. i^.
I'ums Meeting
The regular meeting of the Huntley Lions Club was called to order on Dec. 9, 1986 by President Hartmann at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion.
Barney and May led everyone in jinglebells and God Bless America. The Pledge was led by Dick Swanson with Del Borhart leading in prayer. After a pork chop dinner President Hartmann called the meeting to order. Minutes were read and approved. Motion by Ed Meagher and seconded by Del Borhart. Motion by Dick Swanson and se¬ conded by Hoppy Kahl to accept the Treasurers report. Motion carried.
It was voted in at the Directors meeting to take money from the Tailtwister funds from two meetings to give to the "Ski for the Blind" in Shabbona State Park.
Plans for the future ladies day out to go to the Hadley School for the blind.
Hoppy KahL Bern Jelek, Kerry Ellison and Frank Peletz were asked to be on the committee for eye donors.
We wish every Lion and their family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, also to all the people who supported Lions by coming to our B.B.Q., Pancake Breakfast, Candy Day etc. The money all goes for glasses for the needy and at Christmas time we will help Chuck Ruth with the needy fami¬ lies. 400 Christmas
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Legion Auxiliary
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 673 Christmas party pot luck dinner was enjoyed by all. Thnaks to the Legionaires for serving and relieving the ladies from their every day chores, we appre¬ ciate it. The tray favors were an added attraction, assembled by Brenda Ramus who came to my rescue at short notice. May Chesek again extended her talents and added to the festivities by playing all of our selections, of course they were Christmas carols. We made a pretty picture around the piano singing and swaying. Hey, I loved it, we all loved it, its a good feeling. A short Dusiness meeting ended the festivities. Wednesday Dec. 24th, Legion bar open from 11:00 a.m. come and make your reservation for the New Years Eve party. Very warm and Happy Holiday wishes to all from the Auxiliary members. Lets make next year better than the last, by being aware and participating in all events sponsored for the good of the community and mankind. Best wishes.
Jo Czonstka, Pres.
Inside This Issue
Community Calendar p. 2 Sports & Leisure p. 4 Xmas Greetings p. 5-16 Neighborhood News 17-18 Church Directory p. 18 Farm p. 19