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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1994
Page
1
Mark Perry says Arnold Schwarzenegger would shine as James Bond and praises True Lies as a nonstop kick. Prime Time features Perry’s lighthearted take on the spy icon and action classic.
The community celebrates two decades of Fresh Foods's offer of seasonal fruits and vegetables touted as the freshest in town. Local shoppers enjoy new arrivals and weekly specials as the shop marks its 20th year in operation.
A group of local women work to empower other women through The Abby Foundation, sharing resources, mentorship, and support. Dimensions highlights their community impact and ongoing volunteer projects.
A brief notice encourages readers to open today’s It Pays column for tips on avoiding high charges from pay phones. It cites Business Main numb and a trio of circulation numbers for further contact.
Richton Park officials propose a policing levy averaging $54 more in property tax to hire two officers, raise salaries, and add a police operator for the dispatch room. Trustee Anne Rock said the measure would let residents vote on officers, with a mid August plan aiming for a November ballot.
Matteson police questioned Linda Hall-Harden the wife of Earl Harden and Jer ome Coleman in connection with Harden's June 28 slaying at the Amoco station on 211th Street and Governors Highway. A key witness at the scene is urged to come forward as others at the station have not spoken. The two detainees declined to answer, citing attorney advice, and both reportedly refused polygraph tests. Hall-Harden was later released without charges.
Matteson officials debated using a Tax Increment Financing district to aid Matteson Commons, a proposed business park south of Vollmer Road along Cicero Avenue. Trustees questioned aligning with state intent for low income areas, noting TIFs often fund property value gains rather than targeted needs. Deputy Village Administrator Ralph Coglianese and Village Administrator Daniel Dubruiel defended the plan as a tool to spur development amid tax imbalances in Cook County.
Mitch Martin reports on the 1994 Matteson beautification awards showing homeowners accepting honors at Matteson Village with modest demeanor as their names are called. Page A-6.
Richton Park officials consider a semi automated administrative hearing system to handle traffic and parking violations locally. A hearing officer would oversee cases, enabling immediate fine payment and potentially increasing revenue while reducing court appearances and attorney costs.
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