Rehab Center seeks voter funding to keep operations local
The Rehab and Care Center of Jackson County in Murphysboro hopes for voter approval next Tuesday to raise property taxes by about 26 dollars annually for the average home. The center would gain about 500 thousand dollars yearly for employee benefits, restoring a portion of funds once received before 1995. If rejected, options include seeking other funding, privatization, or closure, with possible job losses and economic impact in Jackson County.
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Jackson County District 7 candidates debate budget
Three candidates for Jackson County Board District 7, John Evans Samuel Shirley and John Stewardson, argue over budget balance methods Evans opposes cutting services Shirley urges budgeting within means and reducing excessive levies Stewardson criticizes the budget process calling for broader review including monthly revenues and long range planning
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John Evans Seeks District 6 Seat on Jackson County Board
John Evans, 39, Republican from DeSoto, seeks the Jackson County Board District 6 seat. Evans has two years of study at John A. Logan College in biological science and four years on the DeSoto town board.
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Three-way candidates discuss budgets and taxes in Jackson County race
In a Jackson County race, candidates Evans Shirley and Stewardson emphasize budget balance and property tax relief. Evans touts DeSoto Town Board experience and black four-year budgets plus grant know-how and running multiple businesses. Shirley highlights grassroots work and cautions against credit-heavy budgeting. Stewardson pitches efficiency, department needs, and pursuing grants. Researchers note Carbondale residence and SIUC ties.
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