17 Oct 1985
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1985
Page
1
A feature on fans of the 1955 to 1957 Chevrolet models appears in Dimensions, page E-1, highlighting the classic cars and their enthusiasts. The piece evokes a carefree era with memories tied to the 97 Chevy and a 1957 model radio.
Golf tournament begins tomorrow with Homewood Flossmoor teams and individual players from other area high schools. Details in Sports on Page B-5.
The issue highlights recipes across categories including desserts and Ca jun dishes along with a 35 minute entree and tailgate party tips. It promises diverse ideas starting on D-1.
Denny Abarbanell of Homewood manages Fluky’s as it redefines the red hot, treating it as a stylish regional specialty. The note sits alongside area entertainment news in Section B detailing local amusements and trends.
Olympia Fields trustee Leroy Lerchen Jr. warned the Route 30 widening project is delayed and contractors may rush to finish on time. He cited backhoes tearing aluminum cables and unsafe ditching with no barricades. Officials disputed cable-cut claims while noting relocation, weather, and funding disputes affect progress. The board also announced a village public access channel and a character generator for live broadcasts.
The Matteson village board hears favorable views on a proposed nature trail from Chicago Heights to Joliet. IDOT would buy the property and villages and townships would buy back over five years, with a November 1 regional deadline and December 31 countywide agreement target.
Murphy argued for approval only with additional details, warning against potential loss of federal revenue sharing that could force tax hikes in the township. IDOT had agreed in 1984 to condemn the property to save legal and title search costs, with half a million dollars spent to assemble the property to ensure clear titles for the villages. ALSO, VILLAGE Administrator
Daniel Dubruiel stated condemnation would push Penn Central and IDOT into arbitration if a satisfactory land price cannot be set. The 1.5 mile proposed trail would pass through Matteson, with acquisition and development costs estimated up to $200,000. Rangel noted the cost gap hinges on the trail's scope.
District 162 board approved a 1985 tax levy of 4.75 million dollars, a 10.4 percent rise from 4.3 million last year. The levy designates 3.58 million for educational purposes and funds for operations, maintenance, transportation, retirement, and other needs.
State Senator Aldo DeAngelis of Olympia Fields withdraws from the 1986 Republican bid for Cook County Board president. He cites personal and professional reasons and insists he believes the race is winnable, leaving Joseph Mathewson as the lone announced GOP candidate. Democrats control countywide offices as DeAngelis criticizes Dunne’s record on economic development health care and the tax system.
A September Matteson library survey shows 12 percent response from 3,449 households with 418 returns. Residents favored School avenue for a new facility by 43 percent, while 31 percent backed west of I-57 and 26 percent favored Cicero avenue. 17 percent opposed any new library.
The Richton Park village board unanimously approved three sewer ordinances aligning with Metropolitan Sanitary District edicts to disconnect illegal storm water connections by 1988. Officials welcomed Allen Hawkins to the parks and recreation commission, calling him a valuable addition with IBM background. The board also honored Kevin Reutter, a 16 year old Eagle Scout, as the village’s fourth Eagle Scout, noting his cleanup of Butterfield Creek and fire hydrant painting efforts.
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