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Newspaper
Forest Park World
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1976
Page
6
With national and state elections done, Oak Park sees renewed campaigning for local municipal seats. The Village Manager Association has sparked activity in Oak Park as residents discuss leadership roles and governance in the upcoming village elections.
The United Village Party in River Forest and the VMA in Oak Park invite residents to seek village offices including trustees, president, clerk, and township posts. Nominating petitions open Dec 27 and close Jan 31 1977 in Oak Park. River Forest deadline Jan 31. Independent candidates urged to campaign and gather signatures.
Voters in Oak Park Elementary District 97 and Oak Park River Forest High School District 200 will decide on December 4 whether to raise the maximum annual educational tax rate. Polls open noon to 7 pm. Oak Park polling at elementary schools and River Forest at Willard Lincoln Roosevelt and Washington schools. Call District 97 386 4015 or District 200 383 0700 for details.
Letters from readers urging voting yes on Dec 4 referenda citing Oak Park and River Forest school excellence and funding needs. Marge and Jerry Fallon support first class education and note civic growth tied to strong schools. Alfred H. Gallagher, president, Oak Park Board of Realtors, conveys full support.
The Oak Park Board of Realtors discussed improving school systems and attracting top-flight personnel to keep the village desirable for families. Officials emphasized actions to boost education quality and lure skilled residents to sustain community growth.
The News Journal World invites signed letters from readers and will publish them after editing for space and clarity. Mail to 6905 W North Ave Oak Park IL 60302. Libelous or inaccurate letters will not be accepted for publication.
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