09.07.11
The purpose of this report is to describe how property taxes are extended in Cook County, Illinois. It defines tax extension, explains the mechanics of calculating rate limits and tax caps, and...
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12.29.10
This brief provides an updated compilation of selected consumer taxes, including rates and descriptions, in effect in the City of Chicago on December 1, 2010. It includes such taxes as the sales...
12.21.10
State and local governments utilize fund accounting in order to demonstrate accountability and compliance with rules, laws and regulations. [1] For example, Cook County has a multitude of funds including a Public Safety Fund, Health Fund, an...
12.20.10
This report articulates the Civic Federation’s overall position on the Cook County property tax system. The report expresses the Federation’s vision for a better property tax system...
12.15.10
Although it does not receive as much attention as the Skyway and the metered parking system leases , the downtown public parking system lease was also ...
12.09.10
UPDATE: The Civic Federation commends Governor Pat Quinn for signing...
12.08.10
Today the Civic Federation released its analysis of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District’s FY2011 tentative budget . The Civic Federation supports...
12.08.10
The Civic Federation supports the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District’s FY2011 Tentative Budget of nearly $1.0 billion. The tentative budget is a $681.1 million, or 41.1% decrease over...
12.02.10
UPDATE: The Civic Federation commends Governor Pat Quinn for signing Senate Bill 3538 , a bill reforming police and fire pensions in Illinois, on...
12.02.10
Join the Chicago area’s top business, civic and government leaders in honoring Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority Trustee Jim Reilly on December 9, 2010. Click here...