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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1985
Page
3
Lois Butler, seeking a second term as Matteson village clerk, has held the post since 1978 and runs unchallenged in the April 2 municipal election. She cites an excellent attendance and records, noting only two missed meetings in eight years, plus ongoing clerical education.
Beverly Burke an eight year Richton Park resident and village clerk for two years runs unopposed for reelection next week. Married with three children, she was appointed in 1983 and also serves as recording secretary for the recreation and parks commission and secretary of the Lakewood Homeowners association. Burke says she enjoys serving and aims for honesty and efficiency in the clerk's office. Her brother is Village Trustee William VanBaber.
Matteson village officials said the water department will flush hydrants in several areas today from 8 a.m. to noon, potentially causing rusty water due to scale and rust deposits. Even unflushed hydrants may affect nearby streets. residents are urged to limit laundry and water use during the operation, which will continue for several months to clear mains.
Matteson Public Library presents the children's film On the Run as the last Movie in the Film Flicks series. The meeting room showtime is Saturday at 1 p.m., with a 68 minute runtime. The story follows a prince's son saved from kidnap attempt by two runaway kids.
Village Manager A Douglas Fenske reports the board awaits a legal opinion on how a San Antonio transit ruling affects FLSA overtime rules. Full-time staff are urged to use compensatory time by April 30, after which overtime will be paid in cash. Unused compensatory time will be paid at the regular rate.
Matteson village officials approved an $8,500 bid to dig a new channel at Butterfield creek and dredge a sand bar, awarded to Hulett corporation as the low bidder. Additional bids awarded to remove pumping equipment from four wells at $33,700 and to remove two elevated water tanks. Brandenburg Demolition to supply salvage valued around $12,000 for the tanks.
During a closed meeting Village Attorney Leland Rayson described strategies the village may use in pending litigation against Conduire. Afterward Reeves announced the village would correspond with Conduire to seek a settlement, hoping to avoid court but prepared to litigate if pressed.
Endorsements pour in for Dean Wittenkeller who argues for strong leadership and open government in Matteson. He cites eight years of village service and leadership roles, while supporters urge write-in votes with clear six step ballot instructions.
Robert Vasquez of West 206th Street found a woman's purse with 1900 dollars in cash and credit cards at Dominick's parking lot. He returned it before the owner left for vacation and refused any reward, requesting only a referral for landscaping work.
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