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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1994
Page
8
In Springfield the Republican led Senate narrowly approved Gov. Edgar’s charter school measure over Democratic opposition. Supporters claim local control and innovation. opponents cite lack of evidence, potential loss of collective bargaining, and need for Chicago input. The bill moves to the House for consideration.
Springfield lawmakers approve a plan by Gov. Edgar and Sen. Patrick O'Malley to create 45 public charter schools exempt from most state rules. Fifteen would be downstate, 15 in Chicago suburbs, and 15 in Chicago, financed by local districts. The bill allows conversions and new charters, requires petitions and local board approvals, sets enrollment and funding rules, and limits tenure effects while exempting most state regulations.
Will County Clerk Jan Gould announced Saturday hours will run 9 a.m. to noon starting May 7 to aid those unable to visit during weekday hours. The office now operates 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday as Gould emphasized convenience for the community.
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