17 Nov 1994
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1994
Page
1
Our critic surveys upcoming first run season offerings in Hollywood. Highlights potential hits and crowd pleasers across genres, noting star power, production values, and appeal for broad audiences.
The fall sports season winds down as coaches prepare All-Area teams for girls volleyball and boys soccer. District reports highlight standout players, teams, and key regionwide performances shaping the selections.
A column warns readers that dialing the 800 telephone number can incur high charges despite appearances. It emphasizes careful use and attentive calling patterns to avoid unnecessary expenses.
The Richton Park Village Board approved a pact with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council Lodge 163 ending a contract dispute that went before the Illinois State Labor Relations Board. The agreement sets a ticket writing standard of 60 citations per officer per month and includes a January 1995 review by a joint Reviewing Committee.
Matteson officials postpone the public hearing on the 1994 tax levy to December 5 after an incorrect Nov 14 date was published. Finance Director Jim Spice notes the levy proposal rises 5.8 percent, totaling $188,917, with expected discussion and questions at the December meeting.
Matteson residents may shape a strategic recreation plan that could include multi purpose facilities, fields or an aqua center. No immediate construction plans exist but residents will be surveyed to guide future options as James Sharp, parks and recreation director, emphasizes taxpayer input.
Richton Park resident Brendan Fogarty built a 387-foot sailing yacht named Carramore with his wife and sailed from Chicago to Galway Bay Ireland. The journey began May 28 after eight years of construction, passing through Lake Michigan the St. Lawrence Seaway and Welland Canal with two neighbors assisting through locks before reaching Ireland. Fogarty planned the voyage to reconnect with his 90 year old father Christopher Fogarty in County Roscommon and chose the Carramore for the voyage as a tribute to his family townland.
Southern suburb Republican lawmakers say post election gains remove major barriers to a Peotone third airport. They anticipate need for concessions with Chicago Mayor Daley and President Clinton but insist GOP control of Illinois General Assembly and Congress limits Democratic obstruction. The plan centers on regional consent and governors of Illinois and Indiana plus Chicago mayor agreeing on a site.
Park Forest Plan Commission again votes against Aunt Martha's Youth Service Center Inc on Wolpers Road in Crete Township. Fire department access and alarm experience concerns, plus neighbor opposition, drive the recommendation. Village trustees will decide before sending a position to Will County.
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