06 Jan 2000
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 2000
Page
1
Communities upgraded police 911 and radio systems as part of a nationwide Y2K preparation. South Holland spent about $120,000 on upgrades plus $7,000 to $10,000 for backup propane power and $6,000 for extra staffing over the New Year’s weekend. Other cities Blue Island Palos Heights also faced similar costs.
Richton Park Village Board discussed a proposal by Terrence Bride, Flying J project director, to build a 34 acre travel plaza in the Industrial Park near I 57 and Sauk Trail. If approved, the site could generate about 216000 in village taxes and become the second business in the park as plans for future development proceed.
The Greens of Olympia Fields dispute with Rich Township District 227 over annexation lengthens after the 1st District Illinois Appellate Court sends the case back to Cook County Court. In 1998 Judge Madden had ruled residents met requirements to send their students to Homewood-Flossmoor High School, while the appellate ruling confirms they may seek annexation to district 233. The Greens homeowners Association attorney calls last week’s ruling not a setback, noting the appellate decision supports meeting annexation requirements.
Immanuel Lutheran Church in Richton Park won relief as the Richton Park Board of Trustees announced IDOT approved a Cicero Avenue lane extension plan that leaves access to the church cemetery intact. Regan Stockstell said the village must now approve a joint agreement.
Lois Rinkenberger, a Churchill special education teacher with cerebral palsy, traveled to Xi an and the Yangtze River region with a U S group of educators and parents. Her journey followed a 200 strong invitation after years of barriers and doubt from peers and family, including her son in law from Shanghai who feared for her safety. The trip showcased China’s schools and hospitals and highlighted Rinkenberger’s commitment to students.
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