Rolling Meadows Opinion
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There's difference between winning, rightNov 18, 2016 12:00 am - In the midst of all the extreme acrimony of this approaching holiday season of Thanksgiving and Christmas joy. I remember something I read only last month: "Being on the...
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What's next for District 15 after borrowing plan failsNov 09, 2016 10:00 pm - An elaborate new look for Palatine Township Elementary District 15 moves into the Archive of Unrealized Plans after more than 70 percent of voters opposed borrowing $130...
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Celebration taintedNov 06, 2016 12:00 am - Could someone explain why Jon Lester felt the need to shout out an expletive during the celebration Friday, especially in front of thousands of kids. Apparently this ...
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D15 board doesn't deserve 'yes' vote on referendumNov 04, 2016 11:30 am - I'm surprised anyone who's not an employee can trust the D15 board and administration on the heels of the 10-year labor contract debacle. Quick review: Instead of being ...
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Cannot trust Dist. 15 board with $130 millionNov 04, 2016 11:30 am - Some months ago, in the process of approving a new contract for the teachers of District 15, the administration and the board acted with both arrogance toward and disres...
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Hard to judge D15 tax request on meritNov 04, 2016 11:30 am - The problem with District 15's $130 million school referendum is that it's very difficult to judge it on its merits. The current school board and District 15 Superintend...
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Osage Park not right place for new schoolNov 04, 2016 11:30 am - As a property owner adjacent to Osage Park, the CCSD #15 plans put forth to construct a three-story school on this site appears to be a disservice to the Osage Park neig...
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Don't give politicians premium benefitsNov 03, 2016 1:00 am - I have to say that it is about time the U.S. citizens have their rights protected. The politicians and their staffs are overpaid and receive bonuses beyond reasonable le...
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Instant runoff better than term limitsNov 02, 2016 1:00 am - Term Limits seem to be the popular issue this election cycle. Being able to kick politicians out of public office after a set number of years sounds (on the surface) li...
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Join 'Drinks and Dialogue' on criminal justice reform Nov. 17Oct 24, 2016 11:00 pm - The League of Women Voters of the Palatine Area, a non-partisan organization dedicated to promoting informed and active citizens, is offering an evening of "Drinks and D...