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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1985
Page
1
A global wire roundup from United Press International summarizes notable stories from around the world and across the nation. The brief collection highlights varied topics and regional developments in concise items.
In Vienna and Tunis talks, Soviet and Western officials wrapped two days of discussions on the Arab Israeli conflict. Yasser Arafat's PLO endorsed a Jordanian PLO peace proposal in Tunis. In Rome, Israeli Prime Minister Shimon Peres invited Jordan's King Hussein to Israel and offered to visit Jordan to discuss a joint peace initiative with Arafat.
Thatcher voiced strong support for Reagan's Star Wars research and praised his economic policies during talks on arms control and regional issues. She told Congress that IRA victims are mostly innocent and champions of democracy and freedom, while economic data showed modest January income gains.
Springfield reports the Prisoner Review Board has denied parole for Jesse Sumner, convicted of murdering two university coeds and another young woman over a decade ago, a decision noted in state circles. Chicago notes inadequate air and water programs in Illinois could threaten public health, per Health and Medicine Policy Research Group spokesmen. Springfield coverage adds that bankers fear farmers must regain profits with federal aid, as Comptroller Roland Burris urged Illinois Bankers Association members.
Local sports page previews the state tournament across wrestling, swimming and diving, and gymnastics with key athletes, venue notes, and event highlights. Coaches talk tactics as qualifiers prepare for the competition, with reminders of schedules and venue details.
Matteson village attorney was authorized by the board to study procedures for adopting the aldermanic form. Trustee Adams pushed for a full description of the system and process, stressing the change would be investigatory and not binding. Residents would gain ward-based representation, with two aldermen per ward and at-large mayor, clerk, and treasurer. Some trustees supported the study and potential adoption, others voiced reservations.
Richard Lesniak announced the Elementary School District 159 Teachers Association proposals and named the negotiation team. Representing the teachers are Lesniak Pearl Markowisz Kerry Ingram Steven Brockman and Michael Mangan with Yvonne Mullins Keith McRae and Larry Charlin for the board. Board alternates are Frances Myers and Russell Twardosz. The board will discuss proposals at the March meeting and considered transferring 150000 from the bond and interest fund to the education fund. Dennis Daniels of Harris Bank floated bond sale ideas, but the board will wait for the next meeting.
Trustees refused to comment at a village meeting amid reports police withheld information on an abduction and rape at Lincoln Mall last year. Police Chief Story said he kept details from the media to avoid panic and protect the investigation. Trustee Murphy hinted papers may be wrong and the board must wait for all facts. A woman filed a $4.5 million suit against Lincoln Mall in February, alleging negligence.
Richton Park trustees delayed a decision on an exclusive garbage collection franchise after discussing five pages of specifications. The village hopes to save residents up to 1.75 dollars monthly, about 28,500 dollars yearly, by shifting to a villagewide plan while current private contractors continue serving roughly 1,900 homes. Residents voiced opposition, noting concerns about losing choice and potential impact on water service when tied to quarterly charges.
District 162 boundary changes drew 25 parents at a Matteson board meeting though not on the agenda. They urged more information and asked for notices to go home with students as discussions continue, including a February 26 meeting. The board noted changes depend on enrollments at Arcadia and Matteson, and a related redistricting effect on Arcadia was raised by Olympia Fields officials. Students in each school will run a month long drive to raise funds for the Statue of Liberty restoration, with recognition from the foundation.
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