Diversity sparks debate over Matteson's changing population
As of 1980 Matteson had 1 240 black residents or 12 percent of the population. by 1990 blacks numbered 5 070 or 43 percent. A letter praises diversity as a model for the future but warns of fear among whites. NAACP leader William Simpson would not comment without reviewing the letter and questions the village’s push to “save the village” through diversity.
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Matteson
Coglianese
Chicago
William Simpson
Park Forest
National Association of the Advancement of Colored People
Simpson
Lincolnwood Opposes Park Forest Town House Plan
Lincolnwood trustees condemn a 36 unit town house project as incompatible with nearby single family homes and potentially worsening traffic. Park Forest may annex the property to gain control, while Matteson officials face pressure to address concerns and speed up a resolution.
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Lincolnwood
Matteson
Park Forest
Kelly
Alicia Rodman McCray
Orchard Drive
McCray
Kenneth Kramer
John Steinmetz
Thomas DeHahn
Anthony Peterson
Bolker
Lincolnway Builders
Plan Commission
Matteson Village Board
Matteson Station
Matteson Board
Balker
Frankfort
New Lenox
Steve Campbell
Homan Avenue
Indiana
Lincoln Highway
Homan
Campbell
Tom Merry
Front Street
Four vie for Matteson library board seats in April
Four newcomers seek the two six year library trustee posts in Matteson. Karen Pastore, F. Michelle Berry, Sheryl Jones, and Keith Osbourne respond with aims on First Amendment rights, funding for technology, and long range planning. Jones and Berry did not answer.
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Matteson Library Board
Sheryl Jones
Beaver Dam Road
F. Michelle Berry
Beechwood Road
Keith Osbourne
Woodgate Drive
Karen Pastore
214Th Place
Pastore
Matteson
Illinois Education Association
National Education Association
Professional Association
IEA
Tri-Region
Osbourne
Jones
Berry
District investigates Rich East computer irregularities scandal
District 227 officials announced a rigorous inquiry into alleged irregularities at Rich East involving the sale of extra computers. An external audit is underway while the principal takes medical leave. the district stresses legal rights and continues to pursue fact finding amid community concern and support for Brian Barry.
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Phillips
Carnes
Rich East
Jules Freund
Char Priest
Park Forest
Chicago Heights
Board of Education
Barry
Brian
Priest
Brunson
Shirley Phillips
Community Center Plan Moves Forward in Survey Backing
The town debates funding via a November referendum as residents respond to a survey of 3 6 0 0 participants last November. Three land sites are under review with five to eight acres sought for an expandable center including a large gym, offices, meeting rooms, fitness spaces, and classrooms.
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Ryan
Pugh
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