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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1994
Page
10
A Tribune editorial urges voters against a 132 percent educational tax increase for Township High School District 20618 amid rising per pupil costs and state aid declines. It argues for deeper cuts, efficiency, and reevaluation of contracts, with potential consequences including loss of activities and school closures if the levy fails.
Voters face a tax choice with a $1.25 per $100 rate increase to a total of $3.19 to end borrowing and deficit spending and put funds into classrooms. A no vote would keep borrowing and force a 50 cent rise to cover bond and interest payments the district has run a $500,000 annual deficit since 1990.
A memo warns that nominating Lyndon LaRouche affiliates in the Democratic primary could undermine party chances in statewide races. Observers note a LaRouche upset would help Republicans, while suggesting most voters favor two viable candidates and reject the LaRouche approach.
The Star endorses Governor Jim Edgar and Dawn Clark Netsch, with party designations, and backs Sheila Smith for lieutenant governor. It also supports Mel Reynolds in the 2nd District, Robert Herbolsheimer for the 11th, Larry Weinlund in the 38th House District, David Orr for county clerk, Loretta Carol Douglas and Claudia Grace Conlon for appellate seats, Raymond Funderburk for the 5th Subciruit and other local judges. Tax increase votes appear for Park Forest 206 and Bloom High School District 206, while County Club Hills District 160 supports a tax increase.
A Bloom High School senior and local residents defend Bloom District 206's referendum, arguing against tax cuts and warning of district devastation, property value decline, and talent loss if the measure fails. Voters in nearby communities are urged to back the March 15 vote and hold officials accountable. Stephen Campbell is endorsed for Park Forest trustee, praised for candid, proactive leadership and village betterment.
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