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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1985
Page
1
A concise collection of world, national, and state briefs sourced from United Press International. The items cover varied topics in compact summaries suitable for a quick update.
Reports from Bel Lebanese radio claim a 100 casualty bombing near Tyre by forces opposing Israeli troops while Israel denies the tale. Manila police stay alert ahead of a hearing for Armed Forces Chief Gen. Ver and 25 others over Aquino murder charges. Diana Roffe of Williamson wins the women's giant slalom at the World Alpine Ski championships.
President Reagan urged Congress to back a second term program mixing tax reform economic expansion and arms control as he outlined a path toward history. In other items Kim Dae Jung returned from exile after two years in the U S while Goetz pleaded innocent in court and stock markets ended mixed.
Governor James R Thompson hints at education reform and funding in next budget message or a State of the Education address. Lawmakers must approve about 130 million in minor tax increases plus a five percent sales tax on used car sales to balance the 1986 budget. EPA announces 80000 dollar fine against Commonwealth Edison for PCB contamination in Illinois sites including South Holland Tinley Park Lansing and Chicago.
Village officials reported that extremely cold weather and ice formation in the reservoirs delayed the Lake Michigan supply in Matteson. Officials said the start of lake water flow to mains is now targeted for next week after tanks thaw, filling, chlorination, and testing. Residents should anticipate potential pipe issues, especially in older galvanized lines, as the switch proceeds.
District 162 board reviews four possible reorganizational paths to relieve Matteson overcrowding and Arcadia enrollment decline. Boundary changes remain on the table alongside reconsideration of a paired schools system and a do nothing option for next year. Board president suggests visiting districts with successful paired models to learn feasibility.
Gov James Thompson promotes a five year 23 billion public works program to address Illinois infrastructure. An advisory committee includes Park Forest Mayor Ronald Bean and Dr Constance Shorter superintendent of East Chicago Heights District 169, with Bean bringing municipal expertise and bond bank funding insight.
Richton Park trustees discussed a single franchise refuse collection plan that could shave residents about 28 500 dollars annually. A 5 25 monthly charge would be added to water and sewer bills, replacing private scavenger services. The board rejected a property tax funding option, and prepared for bids while considering a security system and a new fire pumper.
Candidates Richard Powein Edward Long and Arnold Sline pledge to push a village rule requiring a second reading before any binding vote on ordinances. They say a month between readings gives residents time to study impact and voice opinions at meetings, aligning with open government goals.
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