The Weekly Reporter - February 16, 2012

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February 16, 2012

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CAN KOCH BROTHERS MAKE AMERICA A DICTATORSHIP - END DEMOCRACY?SEE PAGE 2 FOR MORE

Meeting On Quarry CanceledSCHOOL BOARD KEEPS UNION DRIVERS

The Valley View School District 365u (Romeoville, IL) conducted aschool board meeting on Monday February 13th to consider the matter ofoutsourcing the school bus operations for that district.

Bids were requested and four firms responded.In the final analysis it was not cost that was the primary issue but the

safety of the children who ride those buses. The school bus drivers,members of AFSME (AmericanFederation of State, County andMunicipal Employees, AFL–CIO)contended their safety record wassuperior to that of the leading carrier.

At stake were the jobs of 250transportation employees who workfor the district.

The Bugle a local newspaperserving Romeoville and surroundingareas said,

“The FMCSA [Federal MotorCarrier Safety Administration] reportsthat over the past 24 months Durhamhas experienced a total of 234 crashes,including one fatality, 133 injuries and

100 tows. A carrier safety rating was also given and listed as conditional,meaning records indicate that the carrier was out of compliance with one ormore safety requirements. A carrier safety rating is used to gauge thecarrier's compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations(FMCSR). A Safety Review is an overview of a motor carrier's knowledgeof the FMCSR. An in-depth review of the motor carrier's records is made tocheck different categories of drivers, vehicles and trips. This review may belimited to specific problems and may include a detailed investigation of aproblem area. The compliance status determination is based on FMCSRviolations discovered during the review.”

Supt. Dr. James Mitchem Jr.

Board Shows Commonsense Some LackBy John Gabriel - Award Winning Writer

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Building & Zoning Cancels Meeting

In our January 12th ,issue we reported that the Romeoville Building andZoning Board would hold a public meeting at the Romeoville High Schoolon February 14th ,concerning the request of Hanson Material Service toexpand its quarrying operations in that village.

The 7:00 PM meeting was canceledyesterday after Village Manager SteveGulden advised that there was a problemwith the meeting notification. As a result, themeeting was canceled.

Mr. Gulden advised those who didshow up for the meeting that it will berescheduled. He was unable to provide anexact date because he is not certain whenthe High School auditorium will be availablefor board use.

The issue at hand is whether or not thevillage ought to approve an applicationsubmitted by a local quarry operation,Hanson Material Service, to allow it to expand its operations to 80 acres ofland it owns on the west side of Route 53 along Taylor Road.

Local residents, including those living some distance away from theexisting quarry operations do not want any quarrying west of Route 53.They do not want the company to engage in any additional blasting. Theysay the current blasting is disruptive, annoying, and does damage to theirhomes. They fear additional blasting will do significant additional damages totheir properties.

Hanson may face additional opposition from the Valley View 365uSchool Board. The board opposed quarry operations in the past when itconcluded that the quarrying operations might endanger the health and safetyof its students.

After a meeting of the school Board on Monday on unrelated matters,some members of the board indicated they might oppose this most recentattempt to expand the operations of Hanson. Continued on Page 13

By John Gabriel - Award Winning Writer

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TEA PARTY HIJACKED BY KOCHAmerican citizens need not fear being taken over by a

foreign nation; our strong defenses make that nearlyimpossible. We must fear being taken over by subversive bigmoney interests. Their plan is simple: Fund the efforts ofhonest idealistic people who have strong beliefs in how topreserve the America our forefathers envisioned with thewriting of the constitution. Take control of a political party togain power in Congress to control lawmaking and make itimpossible to carry on without financial assistance from thewealthy money worshipers.No political campaign can be successfully carried on without

goal of the brothers will be the control of the RepublicanParty itself.

Never forget that ants are able to build huge moundsone grain of sand at a time.

The effort to prevent the superrich from taking controlof a party, then the Congress, and ultimately the UnitedStates government, should be a concern for Republicansand for Democrats alike. It should concern both partiesbecause while it is nice to have all that funding, it is reallythe selling of our political liberty; it is the selling of yourown personal freedom.If the Koch brothers give a candidate funding they controlhim and, of course, how he votes if he is elected.

adequate funds. The wealthy power hungry know this.That makes it possible for them to use their money to gainpower. Two in particular have used large sums of money toown and to dictate the political policies of the Tea Party. It isno longer a new party with very conservative goals. It is theparty of Koch power.

Many well-intentioned people have been duped bybillionaires David H. Koch and Charles G. Koch who haveused their deep-pockets to make it impossible to run TeaParty campaigns without their funding. The person(s) whocontrol the money control the power.

The National Republican Party has sensed the takeoverof the Tea Party by the Koch brothers and have begun toeye the activities from a safe distance. Obviously, the next

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Tammy Duckworth is An AmericanWar Hero who served in Iraq as ahelicopter pilot. Duckworth wasseverely wounded in action and lostboth her legs while suffering additionalinjuries to her right arm. TammyDuckworth continues to serve in theIllinois National Guard and holds therank of Lieutenant Colonel. HerHusband Major Bryan W. Bowlsbey,is also a Veteran of Iraq and he, likeTammy, continues to serve in theIllinois National Guard.

After recuperating, she served asDirector of Veterans' Affairs for Illinois,and then, as Assistant Secretary ofVeterans' Affairs in the ObamaAdminstration.

Duckworth resigned her office asAssistant Secretary of Public andIntergovernmental Affairs for the UnitedStates Department of Veterans Affairson June 30, 2011 to run for a seat inthe 8th Congressional District of Illinois.

Greedy big money interests do notwant to see Duckworth win. Her

heroism, her patriotism, her dedicationto her country mean nothing to thosewho worship the dollar. They wantpower; power means they wish tocontrol the people who sit ingovernment. By controlling electedofficials they hope to rule the UnitedStates.

Yes, you elect the officials, but bigmoney, the greedy monsters of thebusiness world, lie in the shadowswaiting to purchase the votes of thosewho are elected. You can read on pagetwo how the Koch Brothers havehijacked the Tea Party and are well ontheir way to taking over the entireRepublican Party.

They do not want you to have avote. They want to run the country.Since it is impossible for them toconquer it militarily they will do it withdollars.

Tammy, a good American whowishes to continue to serve our nation,is facing stiff opposition from the SuperPacs, those super rich parties who have

been turned loose by a majority in theUnited States Supreme Court who aredoing whatever they can to assist bigmoney in destroying democracy in thisnation.

Karl Rove wants Illinois. It is a tallorder to win in a state that hashistorically been a Democratic State butmoney can influence thoughts, thendecisions, and finally all the lies broughtto you day after day by big moneyinterests, might persuade you to votefor their candidate.

Tammy Duckworth has proven herloyalty. She paid the price of heroismwith her legs. She has not given up onthe United States of America and sheneeds your support. Do not be duped,do not be deceived by the super richwho seek only to destroy themiddleclass; ignore any candidate theysupport, and vote for good honestAmericans who wish to serve out ofpatriotism not out of their worship ofthe money god.

YOUR VOTE COULD END FREEDOM IF YOU CAST IT FOR A SUPERPAC CANDIDATE!

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KOCH IGNORES WARNING THAT DEALSWITH IRAN ARE AGAINST U.S. LAW!

WHEN MONEY BECOMES A MAN’S GOD NOTHING MATTERS

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We have become so obsessedwith national security we havesurrendered many person rights to thegovernment, under the Patriot Act, inan effort to protect ourselves fromterrorists. We are put thru searchesand inquiries at airports – but – wetolerate it because it is in the bestinterests of the nation.

There are some in the UnitedStates who simply do not care aboutnational security. They thumb theirnoses at United States law and theyhave not respect whatever for the factthat Iran is a bitter enemy of ourcountry by its doing not ours.

There are people so obsessed withmoney and power they do not careabout their country, they do not careabout its safety, they do not care about

patriotism – they only care aboutmaking more money and developingmore power to resist the laws designedfor the good of the nation.

These are the same people whoare seeking to take over thegovernment by secretly buying thevotes in Congress so that although youelect the representatives and senatorsthey will tell them how to vote on issueafter issue regardless of what maybefor your good or for the benefit of yourfamily.

These power hungry devils, theymoney worshipping heathens intend todestroy your country and yourfreedoms with your consent!Surreptitiously they will take over yourgovernment because you voted for thecandidates they handpicked who will

carry out their agenda and do theirbidding not yours.

Wake up America and do not votefor any candidate who accepts Kochcampaign contributions. Please do notsell our freedoms.

The video above discussesallegedly illegal dealings with Iran bythe Koch brothers. If this is factual it isa national disgrace. These individualsought to be in prison if they put moneyahead of personal loyalty to the UnitedStates of America. They must bestopped now before their billions ofdollars totally destroy the UnitedStates.

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From the moment when we are young and learn ofdeath, whether it be the death of a pet or someone close tous, we tend to view it as a bad thing; the terribleculmination of life as we know it. Perhaps, the end of life inour physical body is not the end. What if it is the beginningof a new episode in living; an episode that is much better,much more fulfilling than anything we have experienced inour physical body.

During the 1970’s doctors and scientists becameaware of a phenomena that came to be referred to as a“Near Death Experience” or for short an NDE. Patientswho either died and who were subsequently revived orthose who came very near to dying often related verysimilar experiences when they recovered and were able todiscuss that incident.

Many patients related seeing a bright light and beingattracted to it. Some doctors and some scientists quicklyexplained the experience as a reaction taking place in thebrain; a type of hallucination, perhaps likened to anexperience induced by drugs. They were convinced bytheir training that it was anything but real.

Now, years later, and years after a great deal ofresearch and study has gone on surrounding theseexperiences, some of those professionals are wondering ifit is possible that the brain and the mind are actually

separate entities and whether or not it is possible for themind to continue having experiences even after the mind, aparticular part of the brain, has ceased to function and is infact dead – clinically and physically.

Of course such a declaration reeks of religion and thusmany professionals might shy away from any suchexplanations since science as a rule attempts to delineatebetween itself and what they see as the fanciful world ofreligion.

On the other hand, there are those such as the brilliantAlbert Einstein who did firmly believe in a God, a mastercreator, but who was apparently unable to attach himself toa single religion.

Slowly, science is seeing the foundation upon which thetheory of evolution crumbling in favor of organization andorder rather than random chance.

One reason is the DNA distinction that is telling us nowthat it is questionable as to whether “humanness” was reallyaccidental or actually the result of something deliberate thatoccurred.

Scientists may come up with some answers as theycontinue to probe these mysteries. In the meantime, theexperiences of those who have experienced the NDE arecompelling.

Life After Death?

Near Death

Experiences

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(ARA) - In this uncertain economicclimate, consumers are feeling the strainon their personal finances. Now morethan ever, it is important to save oneveryday expenses - big or small -wherever possible.

Saving does not have to mean making huge sacrifices.Rather, there are convenient and easy ways to save oneveryday purchases. By making small adjustments, likedoing extra research before making a big purchase, you canwork toward saving for the future. In addition, by doingsomething simple like applying for the right cash rewardscredit card, you can earn cash back on purchases that youcan put back in your wallet.

Here are three tips for saving on everyday expensesand making the most of your money:

1. Dare to compare: There are numerous websites thatallow you to comparison shop quickly and easily to find thebest price before buying. A little research goes a long way,particularly for more expensive items.

2. Buy according to plan: Save money at the grocerystore by creating a weekly meal plan and a correspondingshopping list. Adhering to the list will prevent temptationsand impulse buys. Search for coupons on products you useand sign up for your supermarket's loyalty program. If itmakes sense for your household, shop at warehouse clubsfor additional savings, especially on non-perishableproducts.

3. Stretch the dollar at the pump: Keep your vehicleproperly maintained so it runs more efficiently, allowing forbetter gas mileage and savings. To get the most of your gastank, make sure that tires are correctly inflated and aligned.

If you use a credit card for purchases, consider one thatprovides cash back rewards. There are a wide range ofprograms now available to help people earn cash backwhen they shop. The BankAmericard Cash Rewards(TM)credit card is an easy-to-use program with a tiered rewardsstructure, offering 1 percent cash back on every purchase,2 percent on groceries and 3 percent on gas, to give peoplemore value in the spending categories that matter the mostto them. Quarterly maximum on grocery and gas bonusrewards may apply.

Lastly, if you do use a credit card, try to pay thebalance in full each month or make more than the minimumpayment to help you save money on interest charges.

By putting a few of these tips in action, you will besurprised with how much you can preserve your personal

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(ARA) - In today's economy, people want to know how they can keep theirvehicles on the road for longer periods of time. Frequent maintenance will keepyour car in good health, ensuring you get the most out of all those expensive-to-replace parts, according to the Car Care Council. When does it make sense toupgrade to a premium automotive product?

(ARA) - In today's economy, people want to know howthey can keep their vehicles on the road for longer periodsof time. Frequent maintenance will keep your car in goodhealth, ensuring you get the most out of all those expensive-to-replace parts, according to the Car Care Council. Whendoes it make sense to upgrade to a premium automotiveproduct?

That's a question that stumps a lot of people whenconfronted with the wide range of prices for seeminglycomparable products. Here are a few tips on commonautomotive product categories to help you make informeddecisions.

Gasoline: Engines are designed to use a particulargrade/octane of gasoline. While some auto manufacturersspecify using a high-octane gasoline, some consumerspurchase the higher octane gasoline based on the assumptionthat it's better for the car. However, there is no benefit inusing a higher octane than recommended by themanufacturer. In fact, if you paid 40 cents a gallon extra topurchase super premium gas as opposed to regular, thatwould cost you an additional $320 a year (assuming 12,000miles driven and 15 miles per gallon).

The bottom line: Don't use a higher octane rating thanrecommended by the car's manufacturer.

Motor oil: Lubrication technology has seen significantimprovements over the years. The longer oil life of high-performance synthetic motor oil allows for extended oildrains, saving time and money, and reducing the impact on

the environment. Additionally, some high-performancesynthetic oils such as Royal Purple have been reported toimprove mileage as much as 3 percent or more. Threepercent may not seem like a substantial amount, but it canresult in hundreds of dollars in savings over the course of ayear.

The bottom line: Upgrade to a high-performancesynthetic motor oil for extended oil drains and improved fueleconomy.

Wiper blades: Where you live is the critical factor indetermining the value of upgrading to a premium wiper.There is a noticeable performance difference in low-costwiper blades versus those specifically designed for rainy andsnowy climates. Premium wiper blades are considerablysturdier and more durable than low priced blades.

The bottom line: Rainy and snowy climates justifyspending a few dollars more for premium wiper blades.

Oil filters: Inexpensive filters are typically made with the3,000 mile interval in mind. These filters often use low-quality paper media for filtration and deteriorate rapidly after3,000 miles. The new generation of high-performancepremium oil filters from manufacturers such as K&N, RoyalPurple and others allow for extended oil drain intervals. Forexample, Royal Purple uses a proprietary long-life, micro-glass media that provides protection for 12,000 miles. It alsoprovides an increased level of protection due to the densityof the filtration. You can find out more atwww.royalpurple.com.

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(ARA) - This is a great time for families to make a fresh start. Families can nowreflect on eating habits and resolve to start the year with a smarter plate.Finding snacks that fit into a new food plan is not easy, and eating between meals isoften a reason why families fall short of their promise to eat better. In fact,Americans often turn to decadent treats throughout the day. And with today's busyhouseholds, kids just aren't getting adequate levels of vitamins and minerals.So, how can parents face the challenge to improve the family's eating habits whilefinding treats that everyone will actually want to eat? The good news is snacking cancomplement any healthy lifestyle plan. Today's families can find success with a moregeneral, practical approach to snacking.Focus on current eating habits and adopt these simple tips now to get ready for ahealthier year.

Satisfy with healthier optionsKids love their sweet treats. But in order to keep fruits and vegetables viable optionsfor snack time, steer toward foods like oranges, tomatoes or baby carrots. Or topcereal or granola with their favorite fruit for added fiber. These are simple, yetdelicious, suggestions that everyone will expect as a regular option during snack time over the long term.minerals and fiber. "It's no surprise that kids like sweet snacks, but that doesn't mean they have to satisfy their sweet toothwith empty calories.

Resolve to get thefamily to snacksmarter

WhoNu? Nutrition Rich Cookies offer a delicious treatthat look and taste just like family favorite cookies while stillproviding essential nutrition," Bloom says. WhoNu?Cookies are packed with more than 20 essential vitaminsand minerals, plus three grams of dietary fiber in everyserving.

Create a snack centerIt is easier to choose healthier snacks if your

refrigerator and pantry are well-stocked with foods that aretasty and nutritious. When wholesome options are easilyaccessible in the home, you are more likely to skip thedecadent treats. Organize a snack center so kids can graband go. Parents can track snack options, and kids can havethe freedom to make sound eating choices.

Be aware of serving sizePay attention to "better for you" snacks that offer the

most nutritional value per serving. Also, encourage thefamily to avoid eating from the bag. Instead, become awareof portion size. Learn more about the family's favorite

snacks by measuring them out and checking the nutritionlabels. Eventually, you'll be able to better understandportions and know just how much to serve.

Interest them in shoppingShop around and stock your kitchen with a variety of

foods. Minimize the number of empty calorie snacks youpurchase. Get the entire family involved by allowing the kidsto help choose which snacks should fill your shopping cart.Have them create a list of snack items, and use the time totalk about nutrition.

Coupled with a balanced diet filled with fruits andvegetables, snacks can complement any healthy lifestyleplan. Changing old habits can be difficult. But it is anattainable goal. With small and simple changes, a smartersnack resolution is easier than you think.

For more smart, easy and family-friendly snack ideas,visit www.whonucookies.com or find WhoNu? Cookies onFacebook to exchange tips with other fans.




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(ARA) - If you're setting a goal for thissemester, make it a double: be productiveand engaged, all while staying sociallyconnected on campus. Smartphones let you

do it all, from staying on top of youracademic work and never missing a socialevent to helping to nail down the perfectinternship opportunity.

Get more done: With integrated calendars, email and instantmessage applications, smartphones allow you to keep trackof your classes, be in touch with professors, and set up clubmeetings. Looking to cut down on all those books? Tabletsare perfect for note-taking, completing reading assignmentsand writing papers. Not only can they keep you organizedand efficient when you're rushing from class to class,smartphones allow you to maintain your busy social life too.Applications like Foursquare and Poynt for BlackBerry letyou share where you are and what you're doing, and chatwith friends within the apps. You can even be the talk of thecampus by throwing epic parties using music and recipeapps your guests will enjoy.

Consolidate: Smartphones combine all of your gadgets intoone. In addition to being the ultimate mobile connectivitytool, they serve as cameras, music players, notebooks,gaming devices and your real-time social media source.With new social music services, like BBM Music, you cancreate and share playlists with friends; discover new music,and comment on your friends' favorite songs. WithBlackBerry Tag, you can collaborate even better by sharingcontact information, photos, documents, URLs, and otherfiles by tapping one handset against another.

Be inspired: Smartphones empower you to achieve yourgoals. Use the Web browser to search for internshipopportunities on the go, network and stay connected with

apps like LinkedIn, and update your resume wherever youare with Docs to Go. When studying abroad, use navigationapps to discover new spots, and share your experiencesabroad with family and friends back home. If getting inshape is on your to-do list, smartphones can keep track ofmiles and workouts, making them the perfect training tools.Follow your passion with challenges like BBM Generation.In the competition, celebs look for the next big thing oncollege campuses in entrepreneurship, music, sports,fashion, film and pop culture. Competitors use smartphonesas a tool to pursue their ambition and show off theirinnovations.

Getmotivatedwithsmartphones

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(ARA) - Trekking through the mall on holiday shoppingexcursions, shoveling out the driveway and playing in thesnow with the kids - every winter, your feet log some long,chilly hours. For people with health issues like diabetes, foothealth is especially important when the weather turns cold, asthe disease can affect your body's circulation even more soduring the winter months.

More than 26 million Americans have diabetes,according to the American Diabetes Association. If you or aloved one have the disease, it's important to remain vigilantagainst complications year-round, and especially during the

winter when feet are exposed to cold and remain covered upfor extended periods.

The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)offers some podiatrist-approved advice to help those withdiabetes maintain good foot health throughout the wintermonths:

* People with diabetes may experience loss of feeling inthe toes and feet, which can be particularly dangerous duringthe winter. When walking outside, be sure to keep your feet

protected from frostbite by wearing warm socks and properfootwear.

* Never walk in the snow in sneakers, dress shoes orsandals. Choose weather appropriate footwear that both fitscomfortably and keeps feet dry and warm. You can find a listof footwear that have APMA's Seal of Acceptance byvisiting APMA's website.

* You probably wouldn't dream of going barefootoutside in the winter, but you shouldn't do it inside, either.Always wear shoes and socks when walking outside, and atleast wear socks inside. They afford a needed layer ofwarmth and protection. The type of hosiery you choose isimportant, too. Look for products made from breathablematerials that won't constrict blood flow, such as CrocsRxfootwear. Because moisturizing feet in the dry winter monthsis also important, foot care products such as AmLactin XLMoisturizing Lotion keep feet and skin healthy while beingsafe for those with diabetes.

* Wash and inspect your feet daily. Perform your self-exam at the same time every day and watch for changes inskin color, sores, swelling, blisters, peeling, cracking or othersigns of problem. When you have diabetes, even a minorwound can become a problem, so don't wait to see apodiatrist if you develop an injury that's not healing.

* Stay active. Physical activity aids circulation, which iscritical for people with diabetes. Don't let the cold weatherbe your excuse for becoming - or staying - sedentary. Getregular exercise, and don't be afraid to do it outdoors. Justremember to properly protect your feet from moisture andcold while you're outside.

Keeping feet healthy and pain-free can ensure a happyand healthy winter season. If you're unsure of how toproperly care for your feet during winter, or if you experiencefoot pain or a wound that won't heal, see today's podiatristimmediately.



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It is an easy way to take control of a nation withoutfiring a single bullet! And, while you were the one whohelped elect the official your concerns and what you wantthe candidate are meaningless. He will vote according to hismoney-worshipping master.

No American, Republican, Democrat, or Independentwishes to allow America to be controlled by a handful ofsuper-wealthy individuals who will then be able to becomedictators in control of the country because they control theCongress.

Big money has gained a foothold in the United StatesSupreme Court as was seen clearly by the decision to allowunlimited political funding from secret sources. Chief JusticeJohn G. Roberts Jr. appears to be a short on ability andtotally controlled by money not democracy. If the signers ofthe United States Constitution were here to see him inaction they might try him and lynch him for treason.

Whether you are a Republican or a Democrat thetakeover of the Tea Party by the Koch brothers ought todisturb you and it ought to be a mutual rallying point forpreserving our personal liberty. If people such as the Kochbrothers are permitted to continue buying the services ofour elected officials we will lose our personal liberty entirelyand find ourselves ruled by the likes of a Hitler or worse.

The Koch brothers represent a class of people whoseem to believe their money gives them privilege. In theeyes of some filthy-rich persons the American politicalsystem is little more than a prostitute to be bought and soldat their whim. In their eyes democracy means doing thingsonly in a manner they decide is proper.

Americans; Republicans, Democrats, Independents orwhatever party they support, must be alerted to this latestthreat to our democracy for this is more dangerous than anyterrorist threat on our soil. This threat is a threat to destroythe very foundations of our national freedom.

It is occurring surreptitiously under the guise of innocentcampaign funding while it is in reality the takeover of yourcountry by greedy people whose only god is money andwho believe the only freedom there should be is theirs;their freedom to become America’s first dictators.

The Kochs must be stopped in their effort to takecontrol of politics and we must absolutely prohibitcontributions in secret from foreign governments whodecide to meddle in our politics.

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Proponents of privatizing government services usuallyargue cost and point to initial savings to the taxpayers. Thefacts are much different. While the companies’ intentions areusually hidden, they have but a single purpose in mind and thatis profit. Low teaser rates are usually presented with veileddiscussions of future costs.

Those who favor privatizing public services tout lowercosts for the services when in fact studies have shown that isusually not the case, the price of the services are higher.

In The Public Interest,http://www.inthepublicinterest.org/node/457, has published areport that debunks some of the misinformation concerningprivatization.

Closer to home one need only look at some projects thathave seen the cost to taxpayers individually skyrocket. InChicago the former mayor Richard Daly privatized thefamous Chicago Skyway a bridge connecting Illinois andIndiana. The tolls chased users away.

He privatized the parking meters and the rates haveescalated to the point that many people will no longer shop inthe downtown area or drive to work because of the costs.

Ask a resident of Bolingbrook Illinois what he thinks ofthe water bills he receives for service from their private watersupplier. They are far more than the cost of water providedby the government was.

Illinois privatized the healthcare of its prison populationbut the cost some $230 million dollars does not reveal the realcosts of pain and suffering caused by the alleged intentionaldeprivation of care given to the inmates.

Businesses are in business to make a profit. Manybusinesses are run by greedy money-hungry people who willconnive or promise virtually anything to “get-a-foot-in-the-door” after that the sky may be the limit for future costs forthe service.

Privatization opens the door to corruption and thetemptation that fat campaign contributions for elected officialsbrings. Sometimes actual payoffs are just too enticing toresist. Communities ought to work on finding ways to solvetheir governmental services problems as opposed to avoidingtheir responsibilities by the shifting the duties to a privatecompany.

In general, the public does not save money but spendsmore for similar services or in some cases inferior services ata higher cost.

This time a governmental agency got it right. They choseto continue to provide the bus service and to continue toemploy the bus drivers and other employees in relatedtransportation positions.

This was a victory for the community and for the busdrivers who feared losing their jobs.

Continued from front page -Zoning Meeting

Village Manager Steve Gulden has steadfastly said theMayor and the Trustees are opposed to the quarrying of the80 acres in question. Hanson, however, wants certainvillage ordinances modified that will favor their company.

A village resident, Tomasz Suliga, requested information(FOIA) as to what ordinances Hanson wished modificationof and details as to those changes. The Village denied hisrequest.

The Hanson mining operations have a time limit to themand it seems it may attempt to extend the time allocated to itfor operating the quarrying facility within the village.

Manager Gulden did suggest that a request made byHanson to do some manner of business on an 18 acre sitelocated adjacent to the 80 acres generally known as theSpangler property, might be approved.

Residents do not want any expansion of the Hansonoperations. They prefer that the current time limit beallowed to take its full course and to then expire accordingto the existing agreement with the village.

The residents have expressed further anger over the factthat Hanson owes over $500 thousand dollars in overduetaxes which it now wishes to pay in installments over aperiod of 5 years. Some residents say the village ought tobe suing Hanson for the back taxes it owes and notconsidering any expansion of its operations based on its badfaith in the tax matter.

The issue is a hot potato for the village since residentshave threatened to replace both the mayor and the trusteesshould they approve any Hanson expansion.

Hanson would surely like to begin new quarrying on itswesterly parcels of land. Clearly it would cost a great dealof money to purchase land elsewhere and it could facehigher taxes in a different location than the rates it was ableto negotiate with Romeoville in the past.

Residents may now turn to the EPA (EnvironmentalProtection Agency) for help as they are claiming dustcreated from the mining may be injurious to the health ofnearby school children as well as to themselves.

This is certainly the most difficult matter to confrontMayor John Noak who is serving his first elected term in office. Before his election he served out the remainder ofthe term of former Mayor Fred Dewald who resigned.Noak was appointed by the village board to serve thatunexpired term.



Halvorson Attacks Jackson On Airport

This week former Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson againattacked Jesse Jackson Jr. While Jackson continues to behaunted by a Congressional ethics inquiry Halvorson hasnow revealed his support for a Canadian company to buildthe proposed airport that has links to Lybia. The company isallegedly being investigated for attempting to smuggle a sonof Mohammar Ghadafi into Mexico.

“Growing up I learned you should never put all your eggsin one basket.Unfortunately,that's not thecase withCongressmanJackson.

Congressman Jackson hasbeen trying tobuild a 3rdairport in WillCounty for 17years - and hejust can't get it

done. In fact, he told the Chicago Tribune that instead ofinvesting money in communities like Harvey or Dolton- he put all his money in to buying land for the airport.

Where is the airport today?This week we learned the Canadian company—SNC

Lavalin—that Congressman Jackson brought toIllinois to build and finance this airport is in trouble. SNCLavalin is allegedly involved in a scheme to smuggleLibyan dictator Mohammar Ghadafi’s son intoMexico. Additionally, they actively supported the Ghadafiregime and publicly opposed President Obama’s missionin Libya last year.

This is not the kind of company I want doing business inour state. Still, Congressman Jackson said he doesn't see aproblem.

Watch [the video above]Congressman Jackson has put all of his eggs in one

basket - and we still do not have the airport or jobs today.Can we trust him or this company? Our district can't wait

any longer to find out.”Some superpacs are attacking Jackson. Halvorson said

they are not for her but are rather against Jackson.

Jackson Defends Support of Firm Accused ofTrying to Smuggle Gaddafi’s Son To Mexico

By: John Gabriel - Award Winning Writer

Video Courtesy of ABC supplied by Debbie Halvorson

TO VIEW VIDEO GO TO ABC NEWS 7


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The Weekly Reporter - February 16, 2012