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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1995
Page
10
The Bloom district in Township High School District 206 seeks a modest 79 cent per 100 valuation levy on November 7 after three prior rejections. The editorial argues the proposed cut restorations would shield academic programs, protect student futures, and benefit the community, urging a yes vote to avert further deterioration.
The district plans a November 7 vote on selling 400000 dollars in general obligation bonds to fund a new fire-rescue pumper and related gear. The 23 year old unit is often unusable, and funds will also buy breathing apparatus, an exhaust system, building repairs, and a storage garage to meet safety standards.
Grande Prairie Public Library seeks a 10 cent per 100 valuation tax increase to avoid crippled service. Testimony details aging roof and equipment while 157000 items loaned, 34626 questions answered, and 11414 room users this year. Without funds, hours would shrink from 64-68 to about 44, book budget would drop, and fees may rise.
The McHenry County school bus train crash prompts renewed talk of mandatory seat belts. A 1989 NRC study suggested belts save little compared to cost, about one life saved per $40 million, with Illinois districts and state funding unlikely to cover installation. The tragedy may spur updated safety tests before Springfield acts.
A reader reflects on Jesse Jackson Sr and Jr appearances in the South Suburbs amid a looming 2nd Congressional District race. The piece notes Jackson’s oratory power, contrasts with modern politics, and mentions local voter sentiment and a revival meeting tone from a Hillcrest High School event.
In a letter to the editor, residents urge a yes vote on November 7 for a proposed community family center. The center would provide recreation, banquet and meeting spaces, a supervised fitness facility, and after hour access while aiming to boost housing occupancy and property values.
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