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6 | July 14, 2016 | The tinley junction NEWS tinleyjunction.com FROM THE HOMER HORIZON Lockport Township graduate, aspiring model a finalist in competition After being encouraged to give it a shot, Trevor Cielenski is quickly making an impression in the modeling world. The 2015 Lockport Township High School graduate is one of seven semifinalists in the 2016 “Mario, Make Me a Model” competition. He was selected out of a group of 40 aspiring models this past month at the Wit Hotel in downtown Chicago. The original 40 candidates were chosen earlier in June from an open modeling call held at five different Mario Tricoci Hair Salons & Day Spas located in Orland Park, Chicago, Oak Brook, Naperville and Crystal Lake. Cielenski and the other six semifinalists will go on to participate in a training program starting July 20 to include a makeover from Mario Tricoci Hair Salons & Day Spas, runway training with Factor | Chosen, and workouts at Fitness Formula Clubs with personal trainers. “My family and friends have been really supporting me through this competition,” Cielenski said. “Without them, I wouldn’t be where I am today. My Don't let your advertising cool down this summer. ® role model is my mom. She really understands me and is also is up-to-date with fashion and knows just about every new trend before me.” The public is invited to vote for its favorite contestants online or via text. For more information on casting votes, visit www.mariomakemeamodel.com. Supporters of Cielenski can vote for him online at www.tricoci.com or text TREVOR to 95248. The last elimination will be held July 25, bringing the group down to five based on the scores from the contestants’ training, makeovers and public vote. Reporting by Jennifer Nunez, Freelance Reporter. For more, visit HomerHorizon.com. Be smart. Advertise in The Tinley Junction Contact Renee Burke FROM THE ORLAND PARK PRAIRIE Bright lights of New York set course for young theatre actress Cecilia Trippiedi waited for her one shot to make a splash — and did she ever make it count. The Orland Park native and recent Sandburg High School graduate has wanted to be a musical theatre performer since she was a little girl. While watching a PBS drama series called “Broadway or Bust,” Trippiedi learned of opportunity to earn to compete at the National High School Music Theatre Awards in New York City. It finally came during her senior year in the role of Eliza Doolittle in Sandburg’s production of “My Fair Lady” this past spring. Knowing that she could not miss out on her one shot, Trippiedi approached the director and told her about the national awards ceremony. Trippiedi put in extra time and made her performances count to earn a chance to audition at the Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards. Trippiedi was one of 24 students to compete in Chicago for the two spots that would represent Illinois at the Jimmy Awards, and then she was selected as one of the three female finalists who had to sing a song from their respective shows at the awards ceremony. “When they announced my name, I didn’t believe it,” she said. “It happened so fast, and then I was shuffled off to sign all this paperwork and do some press. Two weeks later, I’m on my way to New York.” Reporting by Ryan Wallace, Freelance Reporter. For more, visit OPPrairie.com. 708.609.8338 r.burke@22ndcenturymedia.com Tinley Park Village Board of Trustees Village amends open meetings policy for public comment Megann Horstead Freelance Reporter Those wishing to address the board at an upcoming Tinley Park board meeting or any open meeting will find a new public comment policy in place. The new policy, approved July 5, stipulates that comments are restricted to four minutes, and each person is only allowed to speak once. In total, the public comments section will generally last 45 minutes. “We’re following the attorney general’s recommendation,” Tinley Park Village Manager Dave Niemeyer said. “It gives everybody the opportunity to comment within a reasonable amount of time.” In November 2015, the Village also began discussing the idea of recording video during open meetings. “We did some research on other communities,” Neimeyer said. “It provides transparency. It’s a way of giving residents a way to Tinley Park Village Board of Trustees Tinley agrees to settlement with Trace Ambulance New procedure for public comment implemented Megann Horstead Freelance Reporter The Village of Tinley Park and Trace Ambulance came to an agreement July 5, settling the 2015 lawsuit over improper billing. know what’s going on at the Village Board level.” Around that time, there was a complaint made to the Village that someone was not allowed to speak at a board meeting. Niemeyer said they were also interested in implementing a policy for the public comments section. In May, the attorney general advised officials to implement a section in the Village’s policies for open meetings to address public comments. Ultimately, the board moved to adopt the new policy. A number of people in attendance at the meeting on July 5 raised concerns regarding the proposed policy for the public comment section. Bill Byrns, of Tinley Park, said the timing of the matter serves as a reason to be concerned. “The problem is until a few months ago, there would what be eight or 10 people here in the room,” he said. “Maybe? I know you want to be efficient. The Village Board voted 4-1 to pay $147,500 to satisfy all claims. Trustee Brian Maher cast the lone dissenting vote, while trustee Jacob Vandenberg refrained from voting due to a tie to the contractor. “It puts the lawsuit behind us,” Village Manager David Niemeyer said. “We’re not having to put the Village through the unpredictability of the litigation process.” You want to get things done around here. I want to see the Village get things done around here.” Byrns said the problem is there’s a level of distrust with the Village’s government that’s been brewing the last couple months. “It’s a matter of the timing,” he said. “I’m not sure I disagree with needing to have maybe a little more decorum. The timing right now… you’ve got to win back the hearts and minds of the people of the Village and I’m not sure that that’s the right way to go about it.” Niemeyer said the measure is hoped to maintain public trust and accountability. He said if there’s a concern that cannot be addressed during a meeting, people are encouraged talk to Tinley Park staff individually at another time. “We’re still interested in hearing their concerns,” Niemeyer said. “There’s certainly other opportunities to be heard, other than during a meeting.” In August 2014, Tinley officials first learned of improperly billing and stopped making payments. Eight months later, Trace filed a lawsuit alleging the Village failed to adhere to a contractual obligation. In it, the contractor sought $492,000 for extra ambulances. Village records show a Please see trustees, 12
tinleyjunction.com community the tinley junction | July 14, 2016 | 7 Announcements Foresters Camera Club From Chris’ Camera They say it’s your birthday Happy birthday to Matthew Frankenfield who turned 6 on July 2. We hope you have a great day celebrating. Love, Daddy, Mommy, Alyssa and Cora This week’s Foresters Camera Club Photo of the Week comes from Tinley Park resident John Shaffer, who submitted this image he titled “Roadside Stand.” Here’s what John had to say about his image, “while on business in Columbia last year I stumbled upon this roadside stand that reminded me of a general store back home.” The Foresters Camera Club Photo of the Week is a regular feature in The Tinley Junction depicting some of the best pictures from club members. The FCC consists of approximately 30 members from Tinley Park, Orland Park, Mokena, Palos Heights, Homer Glen, Worth, Midlothian and Frankfort. The group meets from 7-9 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at Palos United Methodist Church in Palos Heights. Anyone interested in joining the club should contact Bob Dietz (708) 921-0208. The world through my lens Tinley Park resident Chris Langnes snapped this photo of a tree outside her home in the 17500 block of 71st Court earlier this summer. From Chris’ Camera is an occasional feature in The Tinley Junction depicting photos from Tinley Park resident Chris Langnes. Gift yours THE IS 22 nd Century Media readers can purchase $8 tickets to the Joliet Slammers Christmas in July game! Friday July 29 th 7:05pm AGAINST THE RIVER CITY RASCALS Happy 102 Happy birthday to Edna Bechstein, who will turn 102 on July 15. She is to celebrate her birthday with family and friends. Make a FREE announcement in The Tinley Junction. We will publish birth, birthday, military, engagement, wedding and anniversary announcements free of charge. Announcements are due the Thursday before publication. To make an announcement, michael@tinleyjunction.com. Tinley Park photographer Tom Gill snapped this photo at Turkey Run State Park in Indiana. Here’s what he had to say about the photo. “Trails in Turkey Run State Park often take hikers into deep canyons and ravines, and sometimes directly into the flowing streams that cut theses passageways. The dark rock walls of the canyons are a stark contrast to the bright green canopy of the forest above.” The world through my lens is a new weekly feature in The Tinley Junction showcasing photos taken by resident Tom Gill. Can’t wait until next week for another Tom Gill photo? Visit his photo page at www.flickr.com/photos/lapstrake. STAY AFTER THE GAME FOR FIREWORKS! Enter promo code 22 when purchasing to get the discount! Bring a toy for donation and take a photo with Santa! Silver Cross Field 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr., Joliet
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