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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 2006
Page
1
Carbondale PD started patrols at The Crossings mobile home park at 1400 N Illinois Ave on Wednesday with directed patrols and added staff. The annexation by the city was approved at the Oct 31 meeting, though not official until late next week. Mayor Brad Cole cited relief to county patrols as the motive.
Carterville officials announced a plan to upgrade the aging Carterville High School using a state emergency grant. The Facility Committee lists boiler, roof, and sewer repairs as urgent, with new classrooms and restrooms planned though expansion is limited. Governor Blagojevich pledged 1.9 million, with 475,000 received as the first of four checks. Principal Don Smith stressed the need for a new facility despite improvements. Tim Bleyer said funds will be used immediately to address priorities.
Carbondale mayor proposes examining whether the city can seize Ameren’s electric power distribution to shield residents from upcoming rate hikes. Ameren spokeswoman Erica Abbett calls it possibly first of its kind and says legality must be explored while options remain.
Donald T. Barrett of Carbondale and Donald R. Barrett of Murphysboro, both named Barrett, deny relation and clarify distinct careers in local law enforcement and dispatch. Each notes age difference of 26 years and different civic aims, with no plans to run for office. The Southern Illinoisan sought their side of the story and arranged a face-to-face meeting.
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