Chancey and Howlett Weave Patronage in State Office Affairs
The piece portrays Ray Chancey of Murphysboro and Secretary of State Michael J. Howlett using patronage to empower Democratic operations. Chancey, Jackson County Democratic chairman, earns $1000 monthly as a field investigator III in Howlett’s office after decades of loyalty, with duties unclear and appointment secrecy sparking scrutiny.
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Illinois
Ray Chancey
Murphysboro
Michael J. Howlett
Chancey
Jackson County
Howlett
Confusion over Chancey's job title and duties in state
The piece questions the title Field Investigator ITI versus Field Inspector II for Chancey and notes salary raises from 750 to 1000 monthly. It details unclear duties across counties, with officials unsure of his exact responsibilities and funding changes impacting his role.
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Les Jones
Comptroller’s Office
Springfield
Chancey
ITI
John Gianulis
Secretary of State’s Office
George Kreker
Howlett
Gianulis
Secretary of State
Ray Chancey
Jones
Kreker
Questioning the need for Ray Chancey in state posts
A letter questions the value of Chancey's job under Secretary Howlett, arguing the driver license station system is unnecessary and underfunded. The piece critiques patronage, notes the vague vacancy history, and mocks the political rationale behind the post.
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Chancey
Secretary of State
Howlett
Ray Chancey
Deferred Prosecution in Wheaton Aims at Early Rehabilitation
The Illinois Law Enforcement Commission funds a three year SSP study with Wheaton and Niles to test inter-professional cooperation in deferred prosecution. The Wheaton program targets non violent juveniles and adults with offenses like theft under 150 dollars, drug issues, and sexual incidents. Clients meet biweekly for six to eight months, with one violation leading to prosecution, showing promise as an alternative to probation.
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Illinois Law Enforcement Commission
City of
Wheaton
Village of
Niles
Jane Addams Graduate School Social Work
University of Illinois At Chicago Circle
Social Service Project
SSP
Second chance proves successful in Wheaton deferred prosecution
An experimental deferred prosecution program in Wheaton Illinois is hailed a success. A 22 year old man arrested for theft under 150 dollars enters a social assessment and counseling path. After eight months of weekly sessions and family involvement the case ends with no prosecution.
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Wheaton
SSP
FBI
Nolle
Social Service Project
Area planning agencies aid Illinois elderly services state wide
Editorial notes the growth of area planning agencies for the elderly across most Illinois counties. Agencies fund 75 percent federal and 25 percent state, channel federal funds, provide technical help, and push local councils on aging. They aim to reduce neglect and improve community resources.
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Clay
Effingham
Fayette
Marion
Jefferson
McHenry
Lake, Kane
DePage
White House
Shelby County
Danville
Illinois
Governors pledge no tax hikes echo across states
A New York Times survey shows most states pledge no tax increases this year and consider potential cuts, with many enjoying surpluses. Illinois under Gov. Walker benefits from prior fixes by Gov. Ogilvie, as states brace for possible federal cuts but delay major reforms until a broader tax structure review.
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Springfield
Times
Council of State Governments
Illinois
Bill seeks to end income tax sharing funds for local government
Rep John S Matijevich proposes removing counties and municipalities from the state income tax sharing fund and directing the one twelfth share to local school districts by enrollment. The plan contrasts with a Governor’s task force urging a freeze on local tax shares with future increases for school aid.
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John S. Matijevich
North
Chicago
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