Education funding debate stalls in local forums
Crete Monee and Bloom area residents argue over a funding formula and the value of hearings. Activists urge lawmakers to adopt clear reform, while critics say forums are stall tactics and worry about how a referendum could mislead on tax effects. Residents urge cross party action and a genuine plan.
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Crete
Michael Turay
Turay
Crete- Monee
Uray
Ciarlo
Harlo
Glenwood
Mardelle Gundlach
Bloom District 206
Gundlach
Springfield
Oak Lawn
Mike Hastings
Kolmar School
Hastings Clark
Cowlishaw
Hastings
Illinois
Students protest cuts to education program at college
About 1,500 education students faced program cuts after a funding shortfall was revealed. Officials warned courses could be affected while students urged a say in decisions. Union Local 4100 vowed unfair labor practice complaints if contract procedures were not followed.
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College of Education
Pointer
Tinley Park
Hamilton
Zelewski
George Garret
Education Department
Mitchell Vogel
University Professionals of Illinois Union
Vogel
Zabrocki faces downstate split and constant lobbying
Illinois state politics are fractured he says with three zones Chicago six collar counties and the rest of the state Legislative battles hinge on funding for penitentiaries versus suburban schools while tax hikes are avoided He recalls lobbyists pressing him and guards against being recorded He notes running for reelection consumes much of a legislator's time and reflects on his naive view of the downstate scene and the limits of constituent support
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Zabrocki
Chicago
State House
Oktoberfest holds plans for Tinley Park band on Sept 28 to Oct 1
Oktoberfest officials in Tinley Park report the 16th annual event will run September 28 through October 1 at the World, with dates possibly affected by a band’s concert at the New World Music Theatre on October 1. A decision on the performer is expected by Saturday, while organizers note profits fund local charities and police support.
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Tinley Park
New World Music Theatre
al Siegers
Siegers
Kiwanis Club
DARE
Park Plan Outlined For Community Meeting
Ryan said staff prepared a basic concept plan showing the park area, usable zones, wetlands, and creeks, plus a hands on development experience for residents to participate in. The plan will be presented at the upcoming meeting.
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Ryan
Beauty Continue st Page A-1
In Lincoln Terrace and nearby subdivisions, local residents' names and addresses appear as winners in area listings. A park planning session led by Ryan details a laminated concept plan with nature paths, a parking area, a play zone, and trees. Residents will brainstorm, vote on features, and aim for general consensus before board submission.
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Ryan
Lawndale Avenue
Lee and
Jackson Streets
Keokuk Park
Park ‘Rest
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