Rend Lake Conservancy District to raise water rates for IEPA loan
The IEPA backs the plant upgrade with a loan plan and rate details akin to a bank, while some board members criticize the move. Jere Shaw warns rate hikes undermine public confidence as the district weighs borrowing 13.5 million for 20 years. Thomason argues the loan is the most cost effective path. The district has 12 million in capital funds, with 7 million to be used for the project, and plans to pair low interest loan with grants and matching funds.
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West Frankfort weighs downtown TIF district study
West Frankfort discusses creating a new taxing district with select costs eligible for TIF. Moran notes no property tax increases for owners and few residential effects during downtown implementation. council approves a study to assess benefits, with completion after contract, then council vote.
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Membership up at Carbondale Chamber in 2007
The Carbondale Chamber of Commerce reports a 20 percent membership increase in 2007, raising total members to 402. Director Meredith Rhoads aims to expand the chamber's role with visible outreach and closer ties to new businesses, while members praise the chamber as a key business resource.
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Mobility grant funds aid Williamson County residents
Williamson County will receive 100000 from the Mobility and Accessibility Rehabilitation Services program to assist 10 housing units for residents with mobility impairments. Grants fund ramps handrails accessible bathrooms and wider doorways with no homeowner displacement.
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Williamson County
Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
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Sellers
Williamson County Board
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Jack Lavin
Gentry
Benton board weighs salvage after vandalism at playground
Park Superintendent Bill Nelms said equipment may be salvaged but others expect removal and replacement after vandalism arson at the district playground. Police Chief O Neill reports tips and ongoing leads. citizens urged to call 439-4504 ext 208 with information. The board approved a 95100 bid by Short Brothers Construction to resurface park roadways and parking lots, including a first time lot across from the tennis courts. another accessible lot will be added. Weather permitting work could start this month or in March.
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Stephanie Galloway
Trudee Wynn
Lisa Brown
Galloway
Benton
Mike
O'Neill
Nelms
Short Brothers Construction
Murphysboro OKs levy with no rise for next year
Murphysboro City Council approved the annual levy totaling 834,600 with about 140,000 from Motor Fuel Tax. Expenditures of the MFT funds total roughly 133,600. Mayor Ron Williams said the levy remains unchanged from last year and will balance new business growth with offsets to keep taxes steady.
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Ron Williams
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Federal grand jury indicts Cobden man
A Cobden man, James K. Goodpasture, 45, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Benton for unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon relating to an incident in May. He faces up to 10 years in prison, a $250,000 fine, and up to three years of supervised release if convicted. The probe involved Jackson County and Union County sheriffs and the ATF under Project Safe Neighborhoods.
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Two smoke free workshops set in Carbondale
Jackson County Health Department officials will hold two educational workshops at the Carbondale Civic Center 200 S. Illinois Ave. The sessions run 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday December 18. Call 684-3143 for information.
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Carbondale Civic Center
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