02 Jul 1989
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1989
Page
1
Broadcast notes from Wimbledon Center Court page listing TV coverage details and magazine features. Includes references to Dada dances and a business deal on workers compensation and a classifieds listing for automotive guide and business directory. Circulation and contact numbers are provided.
Cook County Commissioner Robert Gooley will seek a committee recommendation within two weeks on a living history farm project near Country Club Hills or Orland Park, or possibly at all. A final decision awaits August board action after hearings on proposed sites.
Legislation championed by Sen. William Mahar would let Matteson seek 3.9 million for an exhibition hall or civic auditorium with the village board as the Civic Center Authority. Village officials stress the project remains exploratory and requires feasibility study and more detail before any commitment.
The South Suburbs face a heavy mosquito invasion due to drought followed by heavy rains. Dr. Khian Liem of the South Cook County Mosquito Abatement District cites inland floodwater mosquitoes as most prevalent, with Park Forest, Chicago Heights, and Steger among hardest hit. Will County officials anticipate a sharp rise in activity as communities report more morning bites.
Reporter Shirley Cayer notes observers expect the abortion dispute to persist regardless of the Missouri law case before the Supreme Court. A ruling, possibly Monday or after summer recess, is likely to energize activists in Illinois and beyond, with anti abortion groups pledging ongoing pressure on lawmakers. Pro choice advocates caution against overreach while continuing education and support efforts.
The Illinois Senate, with two southern suburb senators joining Republicans and Democrats, approved a 20 percent income tax hike and related relief. The plan raises individual rates from 2.5 to 3 percent and corporate from 4 to 4.8 percent, lasting two years from July 1, 1989, to June 30, 1991, and divides revenue mainly between education and local government.
Lawmakers advocate a revised package allocating funds to education, local governments, and property owners. The measure doubles as income tax relief for high property tax bills while directing windfall funds to community mental health programs. Governor signaling openness as support shifts among lawmakers.
Rep Loleta Didrickson of Flossmoor and Rep Robert Regan of Crete joined eight Republicans in a 72 45 vote for a two year 20 percent 1 7 billion state income tax increase. The measure included 171 million in property tax relief and funding for education and local governments. Didrickson defended the move highlighting education benefits while Regan opposed citing tax burden concerns.
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