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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 2002
Page
4
The Southern Illinoisan outlines editorial staff names and contact details for submitting letters and tips, newsroom hours, delivery and subscription information, ad placement contacts, and letters policy including length, signing, and libel restrictions. It also notes The Vent feature on Saturdays and publication practices for letters.
Williamson County Board of Commissioners faces criticism for delaying a hearing on Jeff Robinson’s reappointment as supervisor of assessments. Critics urge immediate explanation and adherence to state statute. Robinson, in office since 1992 with a second term ending November 12, has overseen a troubled office with late tax bills and high Board of Review complaints, though supporters cite his 15 years of service and a satisfactory record.
In Williamson County the supervisor of assessments was dismissed by Chairman Emery after a dispute over property valuations. The firing follows prior tensions with Commissioner Rex Piper noting political influence in appointments. A hearing, likely in three to four weeks, is to determine the reasons behind the decision as Emery deflects comment.
A parent commends Herrin City Board for replacing the Devils with the Tigers mascot at Herrin Middle School. The writer notes two daughters and expresses happiness with the decision and hopes others support mascot changes.
A Springfield reader accuses Phelps of campaign deception linking Shimkus to Enron and defends Shimkus noting union endorsements. The letter praises Shimkus for job protection efforts and criticizes name calling and misinformation in campaigns.
In Illinois Gov George Ryan aims to commute 157 death row petitions to life without parole to be decided before January 2003. The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police opposes clemency arguing it could allow released cop killers to return for further appeals. The Governor’s authority to commute remains final with no appeal.
Leonard Pitts Jr. argues that Maurice Papon’s release as an elderly, ailing former official who signed deportation orders for over 1,500 Jews signals a dangerous erosion of moral memory. The column criticizes France’s health based parole, warns rulers against forgetfulness, and urges accountability for past crimes.
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