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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1995
Page
4
The Vision 2000 group touts block scheduling while noting fewer minutes per class and altered daily contact with teachers. Science teacher Tony Marturano cites 7,565 minutes yearly versus 8,900 now and warns of training needs. student rep Lori Gray questions potential for lectures and urges monitoring of engagement.
Village Board members with limited architectural project experience push to compare services before choosing a firm. A new village hall near Matteson Commons, Cicero Ave and 205th St, is projected to cost about $3 million, with $15,000 budgeted for moving expenses as offices shift to the Matteson Community Center. Residents at the Sept 5 meeting criticized the cost, urging funds for streets and parks instead.
Vincent remains in role until April 30 1997 and may run. Trustees Backus Imoukhuede and others praise Joe for his potential on the Community Relations Commission and the village board. Earlier resignations included Dominik and Michael Perry with Denise Clemons winning Perry’s vacated seat.
Federal charges outline a broad scheme from 1987 to 1990 involving ghost workers and falsified tests in the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Officials say salary for nonworking staff, including state Senator A, exposed systemic fraud and political patronage. U S Attorney James Burns vows ongoing pursuit of those responsible for hiring and pay abuses.
East Hazel Crest Fire Chief Thomas Rigsby criticized Illinois Central for downplaying two recent hazardous materials incidents. After a Wednesday meeting with IC officials, he said the tone softened and that village notification will be immediate for hazmat events.
Rex Rovinson reports District 227 board approves a 37.4 million dollar spending plan for 1995 96. The budget, up about 3 percent from 36.2 million last year, allocates 20.3 million to salaries and benefits for about 217 teachers and staff. The district expects a 2.5 million shortfall in the education fund and plans transfers from working cash to cover it. Late Cook County tax bills delay receipts and force borrowing, with another 1.6 million planned in October. property tax levy set for December.
Matteson District 162 school board unanimously approved a balanced 1995 96 budget after a public hearing. TheEducation Fund totals near 11 million with 16 million planned overall spending including roof replacements and new HVAC. Tax caps and prior year EAV relief reduced revenue by about 1.32 million over three years, with potential tax increases discussed for around 2000.
The sale of unclaimed village goods, including 42 bikes and sportswear, is set for 9 a.m. Sept. 30 at 2751 W 170th St Hazel Crest. Rudolph Banovich says items no longer needed will be sold to benefit the village. Richton Park joins 15 towns in the SSMMA auction of municipal items with starting bids as low as 50 cents.
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