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When the property at 1508 CumberlandDrive was abandoned and eventually placed inforeclosure neighbors volunteered to maintain itsappearance lest it drag surrounding property valuesdown. Most residents of Cumberland South arevery concerned with the appearance of theircommunity and work to keep it attractive.

On November 16, 2009 Zackary andBrenna Koenig purchased that property. Thatseemed to be a good thing because vacantabandoned properties quickly destroy surroundingproperty values. Generally property owners takepride in maintaining their homes and land.

It seemed that one of the very first effortsthe new owners would make to improve theappearance of their property would be to concealthe large paint smudge that covered graffiti that hadbeen painted on the rear of the home. It is veryunsightly.But months went by and the new ownersdid not remove the ugly smudge; it has remained asit was when they moved into the house.

In the spring of 2010 The Koenigs beganasking neighbors to approve a six foot high fence sothey might confine their three dogs (2 are legal 3dogs constitute an illegal kennel). Two of the dogsare German Shepherds but the dogs are rarely seen.

There was opposition to a six-foot highfence but no opposition to the standard four-foothigh fence that is allowed by law. The Koenigs filedfor a variance with the Joliet Zoning Board ofAppeals on April 26th; a hearing was conducted onMay 20.

The board approved that variance andabout three weeks later the monstrosity pictured onthe front page picture was erected.

When the fence was emplaced it was madewith a large double gate on the Howland Drive sidewhich is wide enough to permit large vehicles toenter. That is precisely what Zackary Koenigintended to do, he drove his black pickup truck intothe yard and parked it there. He does have a driveat the front of his property. He disregarded the law

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and drove over the curb, over the parkway, and over the sidewalk and into hisnow enclosed yard.

Mr. Koenig continued to drive his truck illegally into his yard until hewas confronted by this writer who threatened to call the police if he continued todrive over the curb, sidewalk, and parkway. Koenig became angry when hewas addressed about his illegal conduct. Such a disregard for property andappropriate obedience to the law might be expected in some underprivilegedbackwoods area where people have little appreciation for their surroundings butit can only destroy a neighborhood in which people have huge sums of moneyinvested in their homes. The new fence is the first thing one sees when enteringCumberland South at the Theodore entrance to the subdivision.

Now the community is saddled with a fence that would be moreappropriate were it surrounding a junk yard. In this writer’s opinion, it has noresemblance to anything that would enhance the beauty of the area. If anything itmay have depressed the value of the homes nearby.

The fence has created a corridor of safety for those who wish to parkacross from the   play ground at night to drink beer, toss bottles onto the parkway, and engage in sex under the cover of darkness. When that occurredin the past the violators could be observed and they were immediately reportedto the Joliet Police.

In the past when men have approached children playing in the parkneighbors have shouted and scared away possible perverts. The most recent

was last fall when a man in an old brown van was scared away after heapproached some boys playing catch.

Now neighbors cannot observe the goings on at the park or alongsidethe fence. Those who wish to engage in any manner of mischief after dark cando so with the protection of the tall fence that shields them from watchful eyes.The fence has created a corridor of safety for those who wish to use theplayground or the adjacent street for any manner of illegal activity. Marijuana,condoms, and empty liquor containers have been removed from the parkwayand with the addition of the fence it is likely such activity will increase.

Graffiti has been sprayed on two homes at the entrance to CumberlandSouth. Now, the fence could become a giant canvas upon which kids willpractice their graffiti.

How dumb is that? The Joliet Zoning Board of Appeals considered thevariance requested by Zachary and Brenna Koenig of 1508 Howland. Theboard members decided that they could not decide if the backyard was thefront of the house or not. That is factual. They said the house has two frontyards. It is illogical how anyone could look at that property and be unable todetermine whether or not the back is a front yard. What kind of people are theyhiring with our tax dollars?

The accompanying photo shows how the street looked before the ---- thewooden fence was put up.  Brenna Koenig told the Board she has two GermanShepherd dogs that need a six foot high fence to contain them.

Benna Koenig told neighbor John Gabriel that she is a professional dogtrainer. She said she and her husband searched for six months to locate aproperty with a yard large enough for training dogs.

Dog kennels or dog training facilities are illegal within a Joliet residentialcommunity and should the Koenigs attempt to turn their residence into acommercial enterprise they are going to run into stiff completion. Perhaps theypurchased their ideal property for naught!

The Joliet ordinances state that if a person owns three dogs and keepthem on their Joliet property the residence will be considered an illegal kennel.The Koenigs had three dogs at the time they went before the Zoning Board ofAppeals.

The very first thing visitors see when they enter Cumberland South fromTheodore Street is the massive fence before them. What was once a pleasantview of trees and grass is a view similar to what might surround a junkyard. It isprobably the most hideous sight in Cumberland South. You will be hard pressedto find anything similar to it in the vicinity of our subdivision.

The law prohibited the fence but the members of the Joliet Zoning Boardof Appeals were uncertain whether the backyard was a front yard or abackyard.

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It is not legal to drive over the curb, or over the parkway, orover the sidewalk, but that didn’t stop this driver.

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All residents of CumberlandSouth subdivision, located in Joliet, Il,are welcome to submit news items,letters to the editor, or announcementsof birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, orother special events to this publication.All information that is submitted will bepublished free on a first come firstserved basis. All submissions aresubject to space limitations. You arecautioned that there is no guarantee thatinformation you submit will be publishedand publication depends upon theamount of allocated space that isavailable and the timeliness of yoursubmission.

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Will County Clerk Nancy VootsSchultz is reminding us all that there isstill a need for election judges in WillCounty. Polling places are staffed withsix judges if they are available. Thereshould be three Democratic and threeRepublican election judges for eachpolling place. Judges are paid for theday and for the brief training theyreceive. For more information pleasecontact the County Clerk’s Office at(815) 740-4615 or online atwww.thewillcountyclerk.com

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By staying fit (both mentally and physically) and suiting your homeenvironment to your needs, you'll be well on your way to the retirement you'vealways dreamed of. Americans who are currently age 65 are expected onaverage to live at least 18 more years, so there's plenty of time to enjoy. Here area few ways to make your golden years more enjoyable:

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Planning an outdoor adventure?Tips to stay safe and have fun

(ARA) - Forced to cancel last year's family vacation due to the economy?Don't let financial woes hinder your getaway this summer. Outdoor adventures indomestic destinations can offer a plethora of entertainment and eye-catchingattractions. Take advantage of some of the country's breathtaking natural beautywithin driving distance and budget allocation. For example, camping out not onlybrings your family closer to nature, but saves you money on lodging costs.

If you're considering an excursion to the great outdoors this summer, here'ssome advice to get you started, as well as keep your family safe, healthy andhappy during your vacation:

Research your options.The home page of the National Park Service at www.nps.gov is a great

place to start. Here you'll find information on the numerous national parks andmonuments scattered throughout the country with admittance for little to no cost.Click on "find a park" and you'll be able to search the site's database of locationsby state, park name or even the type of activity you're looking for.

Check your engines.Once you've picked your destination, make sure your vehicle is in good

working order for the road trip. Complete basic maintenance such as an oilchange if you're due, check tire tread and pressure, confirm that fluids are fulland stock an extra gallon of windshield wiper fluid to keep your vision free ofobstructing dirt and debris.

Take preventative measures.Make sure everyone in the family who is taking a prescription medicine

has an adequate supply to carry them through the trip. If your travelingcompanions have health issues, or if your outdoor vacation may involve someparticularly adventurous activities, you may want to consider enrolling in a travelassistance membership ahead of time.

Companies like On Call International provide medical, security, conciergeand other types of assistance when you travel. If someone in your familybecomes injured or sick during your vacation, the travel assistance plan willtransport them home or to a hospital of your choice, provide medicalmonitoring, help with hospital deposits or even send medicine or a doctor ornurse to help. A 24-hour nurse help line can also be a great resource for familieswho encounter minor health problems such as bug bites or rashes while campingor traveling in remote areas without fast access to medical care. If you plan ontaking more than one vacation this summer, an annual membership may be moresuitable for you.

Secure electronic assistance.Once you're confident with your medical assistance, start thinking about

the technology that can aid your outdoor adventure in both safety and fun.Portable DVD, MP3 and video game players can keep kids occupied on thedrive, while other items, such as a cell phone with good reception and widecoverage area or portable GPS, can ensure help will be accessible should yourun into a problem in a remote area or get lost. Consider solar chargers to keepitems full of power when electrical outlets may not be available.

With the appropriate planning and precaution, your family can enjoy asafe, healthy, budget-friendly and memorable vacation experience this summerin the great outdoors.

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Cumberland South NEWS Food & Recipes July 29, 2010  - Page  7

(ARA) - Looking to eat better? Tried low-fat and reduced-sodium products, butthey just don't taste the same? If you want to modify your diet without giving upthe tastes you love, substituting natural ingredients, rather than modified versionsof unhealthy ingredients, could do the trick.

With a little ingenuity, you can find ways to work healthier alternatives into yourdiet that might lead to more satisfying eating. Take apples - the fruit can be usedfor much more than just a healthy snack or side item during lunch. Products madefrom apples, an excellent source of vitamin C and other nutrients, can easily besubstituted for butter, sugar and other less healthy products.

Tree Top, a cooperative of 1,000 grower-owners and producer of apple sauce,apple juice and a variety of other apple products, offers these suggestions forusing apple products as substitutes.

* Replace butter with apple sauce in baking recipes. This will cut the fat in arecipe by nearly 75 percent. Using apple sauce will create a moist, light cake orbrownie batter that is lower in fat and higher in both vitamin C and fiber.

* Marinate meat or fish in different varieties of apple juice to add extra flavoringwithout the extra sodium and substantial calories.

* Reduce the sugar used in many recipes by replacing white sugar with applejuice concentrate. Use 3/4 cup of concentrate for every cup of sugar.

* Freeze different varieties of apple juice in plastic cups to make frozen treats orin ice cube trays to zest up water and encourage its consumption.

* Add more fruit and flavor to your diet with apple iced tea. Just replace half thewater with apple juice instead.

By using these steps as a guide, you can also come up with your own healthysubstitutions that you might think would be particularly flavorful. You neverknow, you might find yourself liking the new flavors more than those that resultedfrom using less healthy ingredients.

Tree Top also offers the following healthy recipes that use apple products assubstitutions:

Raspberry Layered Bars

Ingredients:1 cup flour1 cup quick cooking rolled oats2/3 cup, firmly packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup apple sauce1 egg white10-ounce jar red raspberry spread

Directions:Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray 9-by-12-inch baking pan with non-stick spray. Ina bowl, stir together flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon and baking soda. Stir inwalnuts. In a small bowl, beat together apple sauce and egg white with fork. Addapple sauce mixture to oat mixture, mix with fork (mixture will be sticky). Setaside 1 cup of mixture for topping. Press remaining amount in pan to form acrust. Spread preserves on top. Drop small spoonfuls of reserved mixture overthe top. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until brown. Cool completely and cut intobars.

Teri-Apple Chicken Wings

Ingredients:1 cup apple sauce1/3 cup soy sauce1/4 cup salad oil2 tablespoons molasses2 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons dry mustard1 tablespoons garlic powder2 tablespoons orange marmalade3 to 4 pounds chicken wings

Directions:Combine all ingredients, except wings if they will be served as appetizers. Todisjoint, cut off small tip at joint and discard. Then cut at other joint, making twosmall drumstick looking pieces. Put chicken wings in a shallow pan and poursauce over. Refrigerate, covered, four hours or overnight. Bake at 350 F forabout one hour, or until meat is tender. Spoon the sauce over the top whilecooking.

Tree Top offers more ways to use fruit as a healthier alternative in cooking atwww.TreeTop.com.

Creatively Cut The Fat:Substitute Apples

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