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bPR i NGR I l£LD, IL. - Be! v 1 “>11 Thursday, January 6,2005
Seventy-Filtfa Year - No. 1
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Minimum Wage Rises
From $5.15 To $6.50
OfiGce of Publicmtion, 5160 W. 95di Stroet
Phone [phone] Subacripuan iUie 11.50 per monih by Carrier. Gov. Rod Blagojevich was joined by workeis, law-
Periodical postage paid at Oak Lawn, IL 60453 118 per year by mail w^in Cook County. maken and low-mcome fiunily advocates in celebrating
(USPS 401-340) PuUidtcdO wtheeekr lrya tines t hsuep Vplilileadg eo no fr eOquakes Lt. anvn,, IL. the final phase-in of die minimum wage increase be signed
into law m 2003. The new wage of S6.S0 an hour that went
into full effect on Jan. 1st bmfits an estimated 450,000
Illinois workers - or about 6 percent of the state's work¬
Governor Forms Task Force force - who were making SS.15 an hour before the new
law was sipied.
The original legislation. Senate Bill 600, raised the
state’s minimum wage in two phases; on|^ 1st, 2004,
the rate went from the federally mandated minimal level of
To help parents better protect their children from the More infoimation about the impact playing violent and S5.1S an hour up to $5.50; on Jan. 1st, 2005, die rate
clangers of violent and sexually explicit video games, sexually explicit games has on children's behavior can ^ increased again to S6.S0 an hour.
Governor Rod Blagojevich signed an Executive Order found on the internet at www.safegamesillinois.ore. The “For so many working families living on the brink of
creating the Safe Games Illinois Task Force on Thursday, website offers parents the opportunity to report video poverty, this wage increase provides a much-deserved
Dec. 30. The task force, which will serve as an advisory games they feel are inappropnate for their kids and to boost toward financial independence,” said ^gojevich.
board to the Governor, is made up of parents from across report Illinois retailers that are selling violent and sexually The new, highn wage will mean an additional $2,800 a
Illinois as well as community leaders, clergy, teachers, explicit video games to minors. Website visitors can also yw for a full-time worker, meaning more money to pay
medical experts and child advocates. register their own comments and sign an online petition in bills, feed their femilies and try to save for the future.”
The task force follows the Governor’s announcement support of the Governor’s legislation to ban the sale of The governor pointed out that - contrary to popular
early in December that he plans to introduce legislation to violent and sexually explicit video games to minors. belief- most minimum wage earners are not teenagers, but
ban the distribution, sale, rental and availability of violent adults over age 20. In foift, the average minimum wage
and sexually explicit video games to children under age earner is 31 years old and female, and nearly one-third are
O’Brien To Speak
18. Right now, despite parents’ best efforts to shield their heads of households.
chilclren from violent and sexually explicit video games, Prior to the increase, a full-time minimum wage earner
nothing under Illinois law specifically prohibits children made only $10,712 a year working 40 hours a week, 52
from buying or renting them. Commissioner Terrence weeks a year. That's well below the 2004 poverty level of
The governor charged tjie task force with informing him J. O’Brien (pictured). $12,500 for a two-person household. With the full increase
of parents’ concerns, gathering information about the im¬ President of the Metro¬ in place, a full-time worker earning the minimum wage
pact of violent and sexually explicit video games on chil¬ politan Water Reclama¬ will earn $13,320 aimually.
dren and providing recommendations on how to educate tion District of Greater Illinois' new, higher minimum wage is' expected to
parents and the public about this issue. The, task force will Chicago will speak before benefit businesses as well as workers. Low income
include a parents’ advisory committee to actively solicit the Oak Lawn Garden workers are more likely to- spend their wages locally than
input from parents around the state, identi^ additional Seniors, Friday, Jan. 14 at any other groi^ of workers. A recent study suggests diat
areas of concern regarding violent and explicit video 12:45 ' p.m. at 10000 the higher minimum wage will increase business sales in
games, and advise the Task Force and Governor on issues Central Ave. Illinois by more than $900 million, and by more than $1.2
raised in their communities regarding video games. Maggie Barbato, coor¬ billion when workers earning near the minimum wage
Blagojevich named the following local individuals to the dinator, announced Pres¬ ($7.50 and up) are taken into account
Safe Games Illinois Task Force: First Lady Patti ident O’Brien will share Illinois is among 14 states that have passed minimum
Blagojevich, parent; Gayla Boomer, President, Illinois his expertise on the wages higher than the federal standard of $5.15 an hour
Parent Teacher Association; Aid. Ed Burke, Chicago City workings of the MWRD (has not been increased since 1997). The other states are
Council; Paul Caprio, Family PAC; Rep. John Fritchey, with a slide presentation. Alaska, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida,
Illinois House of Representatives; David Gee, parent; and President O’Brien is a Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon, Rhode
Dr. John Snyder, Aiperican Medical Association. graduate of Loyola Island, Vermont and Washington.
The task force will begin Avorking immediately, but Academy in Wilmette and
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members. ' Judiciary and Real Estate Development Committees
During the upcoming legislative session, the Governor and Vice Chairman of the Federal Legislation and
will introduce two bills; one to ban the distribution, sale, Municipalities Committees. JANOUrgA. RMYe e7t i-n gF, riWdaoyr t-h TWoowrtnhs hTiopw Cnesnhtiepr ,S 1e1n6io0r1 CPiutilzaesnksi
rental and availability of violent video games to children Fire Chief Moran Rd., 12:30 p.m.
younger than 18, and another to ban the distribution, sale, JANUARY 7 - Friday - American Cancer Society Benefit
rental and availability of sexually explicit video games to Concert, Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ, 9411
children younger than 18. The likely penalty for busines¬ To Retire At 61 S. 51st Ave., 7:30 p.m.
ses violating the bans would be a Class A misdemeanor, JANUARY 10 - Monday - AARP Meeting, VFW Hall,
punishable b up to one year in prison or a $5,000 fine. After 39 years with the businesses and led efforts 9514 52nd Ave., 1 p.m.
The two bills will also require retailers to label violent Oak Lawn Fire Droart- to require all buildings with JANUARY 10 - Monday - OL Park Board Meeting, 4625
and sexually explicit video games, similar to the “Parental ment. Chief Tom Nmran more than three stories to W. noth St , 7:30 p.m.
Adviso^’’ label found on music CDs, and to post signs
will retire at the end of have fire suppression sys¬ JANUARY 10 - Monday - Business Development Com¬
explaining the video game rating system. A retailer’s fail¬ January. tems. mission Meeting, 9446 S. Raymond, 7 JO p.m.
ure to place proper signs would likely be punishable by a
The 61-year-old became He helped start a fire JANUARY 11 - Tuesday - Worth Township Board
$1,000 fine for the first three violations and a $5,000 fine
chief 11 years ago. academy that neighboring Committee Meeting, 11601 S. Pulaski, 7:30 p.m.
for every subsequent violation.
Over the years, Moran coiiununities use for fire¬ JANUARY 11 - Tuesday - OL Village Board Meeting,
Various studies demonstrate the negative impact playing has fought fires, started a fighter training and worked Municipal Building, 9446 Raymond, 8 p.m.
violent and sexually explicit video games h^ on minors. number of education pro¬ for a larger EMS program. JANUARY 11 - Tuesday - Village Hall open to 8 p.m.
One such study concluded that adolescents who expose grams for the departnKnt, His family also is com¬ JANUARY 11 - Tuesday - VFW 5220 Meeting, 9514 S.
themselves to greater amounts of video game violence and of course, led the de¬ mitted to protecting people 52nd Ave., 8 p.m.
were more hostile, reported getting into arguments with partment. from fires. All four of ms JANUARY 12 - Wednesday - Free Blood Pressure Test,
teachers more frequently, were more likely to be involved He was even on the job sons are firefi^ters. One of Oak Lawn Library, Lower Level, 5300 W. 95th St., 1
in physical fights, and performed more poorly in school. during the infamous 1967 his two daiuhters is mar¬ to 3 p.m;
The National Institute of Media and the Family recently tornado in Oak Lawn that ried to a firefighter. JANUARY 13 - Thursday - Fire & Police Commission
found that 92 percent of all children ages two to 17 play killed 33 people and injured While the village of Oak Meeting, 9446 S. Raymond, Conference Room B, 6:30
video games, and the average child spends nine hours each more than 500. He spent LaMi searches for a new p.m.
week playing them. The Institute also found that 87 days trying to rescue people chief. Deputy Chief Scott JANUARY 13 - Thursday - Quality Control Meetmg,
percent of pre-teen and teenage boys play games rated and clean up the village. Allan will serve as acting 9446 S. Raymond, 7:30 p.m.
“M” for Mature by the Entertainment Software Ratings Moran has taught fire- chief JANUARY 13 - Thursday - Athletic Club Meeting, ^FW
Board. prevention strategies to Hall, 9514 S. 52nd Ave., 8 p.m.
Expand Access To Flu Vaccine Beyond High Risk Individuals
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Vaccine Access Expands
Flu Registry Team Forms
Gov. Rod Blagojevich announced Illinois is encouraging To Watch Offender^
lately upon arrival from the Food and Dmg Administra¬
l^al healih departments and health care providers who tion.
have adequate supplies of influenza vaccine to expand
access of vaccine beyond the highest risk populations to As restrictions on vaccine are loosened. Dr. Whitaker Attorney General Lisa-Madigan announced the creation
said it will be up to each of the state's 95 local health of an Illinois Sex Offender Registry Team (1-SORT)
other groups that would normally lie encouraged to receive
departments to determine if they have a sufficient supply initiative that aims to utilize employment information
the immunization, including people 50 years of age or
of the vaccine to expand the eligibility requirements. provided by sex offenders when they register for the
older and those in close contact with high-risk individuals.
The change went into effect on Jan. 3rd. The Dept, of Public Health encourages individuals in the state’s sex offender registry to ensure greater protection
following groups to contact their health care provider or for women and children in Illinois.
The governor’s recommendation is in response to
local health department about obtaining a flu shot: In recent years, the General Assembly has recognized the
warnings from his Director of Public Health, Dr. Eric E.
Whitaker, that a flu outbreak could be especially severe • Children ages 6 months to 23 months; potential risks posed by convicted sex offenders and
enacted legislation prohibiting convicted sex offenders
this year, given the unusually low number of individuals • Children 6 months to 18 years on chronic aspirin
vaccinated due to the shortage, both low and high risk. In therapy; from being employed in programs directed exclusively
toward children or in providing direct care to healthcare
an average year with normal vaccination patterns, approxi- • People 50 years and older;
patients. While state law requires that employment
mately 3,000 Illinoisans die from influenza and pneu¬ • People who live in nursing homes and other long
monia. term care facilities that house those with long term information be collected when a sex offender registers, no
one is currently charged with checking the accuracy of the
“Since the flu vaccine shortage began, hundreds of illnesses;
information or determining whether the offender’s job
thousands of people in Illinois who normally get flu shots • People 2 years old or older with chronic heart and falls into a prohibited category of employment.
have held back to make sure those who needed it Most lung conditions, including asthma;
The initiative. Operation Workforce Safety, will involve
. could get it. Unfortunately, that means more people are • Petmie 2 years old or older who needed regular the review of approximately 500 sex offender registration
vulnerable to the virus than in a normal year - including medical care or were in a hospital during the year forms completed by sex offenders registering in Chicago
many who are elderly and have chronic illnesses. We want because of metabolic disease (like diabetes), chronic in January and February of 2005. Madigan said the goal of
to make sure people who need protection get it so that kidney disease or weakened immune system; the initiative is to develop recommendations for local law
when the flu season hits in full force, the impact on our • Pregnant women; enforcement on how to use this information and to draft-
citizens is as minimal as possible,” said the governor.
• Healthcare workers providing direct patient care; legislative recommendations to improve and enhance
“Several months of the flu season remain and we have yet
• Out-of-home caregive^^and household contacts of existing laws.
to hit the peak, so we need to remain vigilant in taking
precautions against spreading the flu vims. Our top children less than 6 months of iP—ge- Madigan said the initiative also will involve educating
employers on the information available on the sex offender
priority is still to reach the sick, elderly and very young
registry and urging all employers hiring for positions that
who have not yet gotten their shots. But we also want to 27 Named S^olars
involve contact with women or childreti to go to the
provide the-vaccine to people 50 years of age and older
registry or call the I-SORT Hotline to learn whether a
and those who live with people in the high risk categories
potential employee is a convicted sex offender. While
so we CM prevent a dangerous outbreak this winter.” Brother Rice High School Jennings, Robert Szarzyn- formal background checks can be expensive, checking the
Afrer it was announced in October that the nation faced a Principal James Antos has ski and Bradley Thompson Web site or calling Madigan’s office is free and a simple
severe vaccine shortage. Gov. Blagojevich instmcted the announced the names of 27- of Beverly; Kevin Carey of way for employers to arm themselves with' critical
Dept, of Public Health to follow CDC recommendations seniors who were named Evergreen Park; Andrew information about potential employees.
and asked health care providers to use all available Illinois State Scholars for Dignan, Brian Nelligan, The Sex Offender Registration Act requires sex
supplies to vaccinate those at the highest risk of severe the 2004-05 school year. Thomas Sowinski and offenders to provide current employment information in
disease or death. Health officials have reported that many Illinois State Scholars are Alexander Stuck of Mt. connection with their registration and notify law enforce¬
individuals eligible for flu shots did not get a vaccine due selected based upon a Greenwood; John Fletcher ment within 10 days of changing employment. However,
to reports of the shortage, long lines or chose to step aside combination of test scores of Pafos Heights; Robert jaw enforcement is not required to verify employment
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ing to collaborate on a WelcominE in the New Year seems to evoke nostalgia and
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tecting and preserving the of our lives and trust that the next twelve months will with toth joy and
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THEFy«.OSCmZBJ bers, federal and state legis¬ about, it's reassuring to know that the 87th St. in Hickory Hills.
HO<C)RyH«XSHXT10N lators, governors, mayors Cook County Highway Department
The new location offers seniors and
THE CHCAGO RCGE CfTEEN and tribal officials at the and our municipalities are poised to
their families in need of senior ser¬
EVBIGR®g RNTK COURER Chicago Hilton and work around the clock, if necessary,
BEVBTLYNEWS Towers. to tackle snow, ice and other roadway vices residing in Bridgeview, Bedford
MOUNT GRfflWWOOO EXPRESS The officials were in Chi¬ hazards in the event of a severe storm Park, Hickory Hills, Justice, Willow
ALSIPBXnON cago to sign a Great Lakes in our region. Springs, Argo-Summit and neigh¬
SCOTTSDALE- ASHBURN INDB^BCENT Declaration and a frame¬ Representatives from the Ctmk boring communities the opportunity to
BRIDGEVEW INDBBOBir work document for the County Highway Department remind enjoy greater accessibility to trained
cB URBANK-STIOCNEY INDB=BiClENT Great Lakes Regional Col¬ us that its employees maintain and personnel. A professionally trained
CiRLAND TOWNSHIP MESSBJGER laTbohrea tiocno.l laboration is a ensure the safety of 535 miles of Cook case manager is on site the second and
direct result of a meeting County roads. Many County roads are fourth Friday of each month from 9
Nk70S-30S-7S11 last January of a group of part of the major arterial network that a.m. to 12;30 p.m. Information and
Main OMm asw W. MTSi SSmC Great Lakes mayors, leads to and from area expressways assistance on services and programs
headed by Daley, and the and toll roads, including two-lane available to older adults and their
Bush Administration's top highways that present unique chal¬ families as well as access to benefit
EDITORIAL/OPINION PAGE environmental officials, lenges during salting and plowing programs such as Circuit Breaker,
Mike Leavitt, Administra¬ operations because of limited visi¬ Pharmaceutical Assistance and
tor of the Environmental bility and oncoming trjffic. Energy Assistance is available.
Protection Agency, and Jim
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Over 100 pieces of equipment and a
Conaughton, Chairman of No appointments are necessary as
the White House Council comprehensive emergency winter services are provided on a first-come,
Illinois has u unique opportunity to raise its visibility as a on Environmental Quality. storm plan go into high gear in the first-served basis. To make an
world-class technology leader. In 2005, the U.S. Depart¬ The purpose of the meet¬ wake of warnings or alerts about appointment, individuals may call
ment of Energy (DOE) will select a research organization ing was to seek the Bush impending winter storms.
Mindy Jannenga at [phone],
to build, manage and operate a SI billion Rare Isotope Administration's support The next time you go out and travel
ext. 28. Those wanting to call directly
Accelerator (RIA) facility. Argonne National Laboratpry, for a long-term plan and a over a well-maintained highway,
in conjunction with the University of Chicago and with the long-term investment in the despite poor weather conditions, have to the South Outpost Office on days of
support of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Great Lakes, as well as a operation may reach them at (708)
a pleasant thought for those angels
Economic Opportunity, is a top contender to win the commitment to include 458-6920.
project. mayors in the process. who are doing their bestto make your
Besides providing a glimpse into the history of the uni¬ In May, President Bush life and travel smoother and safer. *«*
verse. rare isotopes have practical applications in medi¬ issued an executive order ♦** The Village of Orland Park's
cine. national security, detection technology, biologv, toxi¬ calling for a federal inter¬ Illinois State Treasurer Judy Baar Recreation and Parks Department will
cology, environmental science and other fields. World¬ agency task force on Great Topinka has alerted All Points that a host its second annual “Healthy Food
wide. the study of rare isotopes is rapidly advancing, and Lakes issues and a Re¬ representative from her Financial Expo" on Saturday, Jan. 22nd from 11
the U.S. maintains its world leadership position in nuclear gional Collaboration to de¬ Education Division will speak to a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Village of Orland
physics because of its second to none RIA facilities. velop a long-term plan for senior citizens on Wednesday, Jan. Park Sportsplex, 11351 W. 159th St.
In addition to solidifying Illinois' reputation as a center Great Lakes protection. 12th at the Country Club Hills Police According to Deborah Graham,
of technology, research and innovation in the world, the Daley Is the founder and
RIA facilty.will: chairman of the Great Dept, at 1 p.m. The presentation is Fitness Manager for the village's
• Create 16,000 construction jobs over the eight-year Lakes Cities Initiative, an open to the public. Recreation and Parks Dept., “A
construction perioJ; organization of ntayors The theme of the presentation number of area restaurants are partici¬
• Support 400 new jobs on an annual operating budget dedicated to preserving the includes helping senior citizens learn pating, providing samples of some of
of S70 million; Great Lakes! how to protect themselves financially. their healthiest dishes. Visitors can
• Contribute SI 13) million to the state's economy; In his remarks. Daley Specifically, topics to be covered also collect coupons to the partici¬
•' Add $40 million each year in new personal income called for action to combat include: avoiding financial fraud and pating restaurants and enter a r^fle to
for Illinois residents; invasive species, combined scams, protecting yourself from win prizes. The raffle is free and open
• Draw brainpower from around the world, making sewer overflows and con¬ identity theft, the use of direct deposit, to the public.”
Illinois a technological magnet for leading scientists; tcaamlleinda tfeodr “sceodmimpreenhtes.n sivHee, the world of ATMs and the facts More information about the Healthy
• Encourage partnerships between research institu¬ well-funded legislation for concerning reverse mortgages. A Food Expo is available by calling
tions, like the University of Illinois. Northwestern Great Lakes restoration" laptop computer will also be available (708) 645-PLAY.
University. Southern Illinois University and and said additional funding so participants can see if the state is
Northern Illinois University; and
is needed for infrastructure holding any unclaimed property for
• Attract other premier science projects to the state, ***'
to address the problem of them.
making revenue and job opportunity in the tech¬ The Hickory Hills Chamber of
•sewage in the lakes. The Country Club Hills Police
nology industry a driving force behind Illinois job Commerce will host “Mardi Gras
growth and economic prosperity. Department is located at 3700 W. 2005” on Saturday, Jan. 29th at 7 p.m.
The University of Chicago and Argonne will compete 175th PI. in the municipality. at the Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St.
against Michigan State University to host the RIA facility. Small
The evening’s highlights include hors
In comparison to MSU, Argonne offers the following
Hickory Hills is proud to announce d’oeuvres, open bar, dinner and enter¬
advantages:
• The U.S. Department of Energy would realize SI00 Business that its new “Head for the Hills" tainment for $45/person. Reservations
Business Directory is now available in must be made before Jan. 22nd. For
million in cosCsavings because Argonne already has
the existing infrastructure needed to house and the City Hall lobby and from the City more information or reservations,
manage the RIA faeility. Workshop Clerk’s office. In the near future it contact: Donna Venezia'at (708) 364-
• Argonne has experienced staff members and a top- will likewise be available on the city 7739 or e-mail;
notch training facility, including a waste manage¬ Learn how to find your web site, www.hickorvhillsil.nr^. in a thehillschamber(«)vahoo.com. Visit
ment department, fire and emergency team, and prospects and keep them as downloadable, printable foimat. their web site;
nuclear facility operations and maintenance. customers. Attend a half¬ The 2005 directory (the second in www.thehillsch^ber.com.
• Argonne is situated in a prime location and is day workshop on Tuesday, the city’s history) features 242 busi¬
surrounded by many of the country's leading Jan. 11, 9 a.m. to I2;30 nesses in 85 categories. According to
research institutions. p.m. offered by SCORE, •Aid. Tom McAvoy (3rd), Chairman of •**
Selecting Argonne and the University of Chicago is the Counselors to America's the. City Council Business Develop¬ Evergreen Park Mayor Jim Sexton is
ob\ ious choice. The Illinois Department of Commerce and Small Business. This work¬ ment Committee, “the scope of pro¬ proud to aimounce that the Second
Economic Dexelopment is taking the right steps, such as shop is the second of four Annual Family Flake Fest will be held
creating a public private ad\ isory group, to bring the RIA required for a SCORE ducts and services offered by firms on Friday, Feb. 11 th and Saturday,
facility to Illinois. Gov. Blagojevich has wisely recruited Workshop Completion Cer¬ right here in town often surprises Feb. 12th at Yukich Field, located at
former Gov. James R. Thompson and former Secretary of tificate, helpful when seek¬ people. We have everything from 89th & Kedzie.' Entertainment
the L nited States Department of Commerce. Bill Daley, to ing a loan. Attendees accounting services to vjdeographers includes; sleigh rides, dog sled rides.
lead the effort to present Illinois as the best location for the should be in business or and a wide variety in between." Little Company of Mary’s Teddy Bear
federal government's investment of our tax dollars. planning-lo-start a business. McAvoy also pointed out that “since
Care Hospital, ice sculpting with Jim
It is equally important for Illinois business leaders to The fee is S35. Call (312) 1996, sales tax receipts to the city
educate themselves and generate awareness of this im¬ 353-7724 to pre-register. from local businesses amounted to Long, a speed skating classic and
portant opportunity. Illinois' reputation as a center for Space is limited. Same-day over SI 1.5 million, and typically more. New this year is crafting with
technological innovation and the state's economic growth registration is also available Home Depot. For more information,
accounts for 15 to 20 percent of city
IS at stake Investing in technology is important for the at 8:30 a n), at SCORE. call Gail at [phone].
tuture of Illinois For more information call revenues. Additionally, over 38 per¬
Douglas L. Whitley [phone] or visit the cent of city property tax revenue K.,ul
President and CEO website at .comes from commercial or industrial All PC )1 N I S
Illinois Sta(l3e 1C2h)2am51b-e9r9 o1f3 C ommeree vv vv vv .scorecliicauo.orii. property owners." \\ cckl\