06 Jun 1996
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1996
Page
1
Analysts warn that riverboat gambling could reshape Northwest Indiana gaming as Chicago market ties and regional demand shape potential shifts in riverboat operations and tax revenue across the state line.
An editorial reawakens the fight over extending Interstate 355, noting history’s mixed results for such projects. The piece contrasts past booms and busts with current plans as readers see numbers for circulation and classifieds.
U S Representative Henry Hyde abandoned plans to force a freeze on 74 million dollars in passenger taxes at O'Hare until consensus on a new regional airport near Peotone is reached. Hyde cited Republican Governor Jim Edgar's opposition and said he would withdraw the amendment, while critics accused pro-Peotone forces of trying to divert funds. Lipinski called the move good news and the wise course of action.
Richton Park Village Board discusses applying for CMAQ and OSLAD LWCF grants to fund Meadow Lakes Estates park development and a new left turn lane at Cicero and Sauk Trail. Project may cost about 60 000 with 50 50 matching, grants up to 400 000 for acquisition and 200 000 for development.
Illinois State Police will deploy Air One and a special ACE unit to oversee traffic and alcohol use around the Jimmy Buffett concert at the New World Music Theatre. Helicopter surveillance, motorcycle officers and canines will patrol Interstates 57 and 80 amid construction and sold out shows. Concert promoters say Buffett draws an adult crowd and urge careful drinking and designated drivers.
The Village Board will not hire Hitchcock Design Group for Woodgate and Notre Dame parks until a formal presentation of the plan. The $56,400 contract and related budgeted renovation work were set for 1996-97 with construction in 1997-98 after existing park bonds are paid. Also approved is a $65,000 purchase of GameTime playground equipment from Recreation Concepts for Memorial and Allemong parks.
Investigators pursue leads on Richard Devon owner of a 1987 Chevrolet Blazer linked to a May 26 fatal hit-and-run on Burrville Road that killed Sheena Acres Courtney Lauer and Carl Lanaghan. Grand jury testimony looms as officials with Will County work to locate Devon and obtain statements through his attorney.
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