Reported today is another contribution from a labor union for John Bartman. It’s from the “IBEW Illinois PAC.” It’s based in Washington, D.C. The contribution was $1,500. A second contribution of $1,000 came from SUAAction out of Springfield. That’s the way … Continue reading
A press release from the McHenry County Sheriff’s Department: Two Subjects Arrested for Union Burglary Multi-jurisdictional cooperation was at the heart of a chain of events that led to the arrests of two McHenry County men for burglary and other … Continue reading
Under the Property Tax Cap, a non-Home Rule Unit (think municipalities over 25,000 people like Chicago, Crystal Lake and McHenry, plus municipalities who have approved Home Rule by referendum vote lie Barrington Hills) may not raise its tax levy by … Continue reading
Here we are on almost the longest day of the year and State Rep. Jack Franks is still on the ballot for his 10th election. Sunday, May 15th, Pete Gonigam reported, “Franks qualified that saying he’d give up the Rep. race … Continue reading
A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: Governor Takes Bill Action SPRINGFIELD – Governor Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bill: Veto Message for House Bill 580: Today I veto House Bill 580. Nearly one year ago, the … Continue reading
Below is what cities and villages in McHenry County did to property taxpayers last year and what can be expected this year: City or village INCR / DECR INCR / DECR 2015 – 2014 2014 – 2013 IN TOTAL TAX … Continue reading
The headline from the Chicago Tribune pretty much tells it all: Public employees can be forced to pay union dues, if state law says so. … Continue reading
The only way to compare property tax burdens is to divide one’s property tax bill by the value of one’s home. That’s what the Chicago Tribune did in November of 2015. The effective tax rates found for McHenry County towns … Continue reading
Here’s another reason to attend the McHenry Township Republican Meet & Greet and Candidates’ Forum at the Johnsburg Community Club right across from St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on Sunday afternoon from 3-6. The cost for the corned beef and cabbage … Continue reading
A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: Statement on the Senate’s Vote of HB 580 SPRINGFIELD – The following is a statement from Catherine Kelly, Press Secretary to Governor Rauner: “HB 580 is unprecedented and unaffordable, putting hard working families … Continue reading
A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: ICYMI: Senate should reject forced arbitration bill This week the Senate is expected to vote on HB 580, and if passed, it would cost taxpayers $3 billion. It will deepen Illinois’ fiscal crisis … Continue reading
I awoke yesterday morning with the thought that a campaign promise by 66th District Republican Primary Election candidate Paul Serwatka may have stimulated the biggest teachers union in the state to give 66th District opponent Carolyn Schofield $53,900. Serwatka’s press … Continue reading
Something sometimes happens to legislators who are trying to max out their pensions. They start getting really cautious. They vote “Present” more than they used to. And, sometimes, they even do what those in Springfield call “taking a walk.” They … Continue reading
A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: Rauner Administration Statement on HB 580 SPRINGFIELD – The Governor’s Office issued the following statement today attributable to Lance Trover, Director of Communications: “Illinois taxpayers cannot afford HB 580 – it’s a $3 … Continue reading
At its Thursday meeting the McHenry County Board’s Finance and Audit Committee came up with a majority to recommend Board approval of the Local 150 International Operating Engineers contract for employees of the County’s Facilities Department. The vote was 4-1, … Continue reading
A reader asked about the salaries of the Operating Engineers Local 150 union bargaining union whose contract was rejected by the Facilities Management Committee. Here they are: Maintenance Technician I $18.70 Maintenance Technician II $20.25 Maintenance Technician III … Continue reading
A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: After AFSCME Rejections, Administration Appeals to Labor Board Labor Board to Determine if Parties at Impasse SPRINGFIELD – Last week, AFSCME refused to seriously negotiate for the 24th bargaining session in a row on … Continue reading
Negotiations with the SEIU Local 73 McHenry County Health Department employees have been completed. The previous contract expired in November of 2014. Being considered by County Officials is a four-year contract. The details, except for the estimate total cost each … Continue reading
A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: Rauner Administration Statement on Labor Negotiations with AFSCME CHICAGO – The following statement is attributable to Lance Trover, Director of Communications for Governor Bruce Rauner: “Today marked the 67th day of negotiations with … Continue reading
The County Board will vote upon paying union negotiation fees that went way over budget at Tuesday’s meeting. Here’s the explanation: The fiscal year 2015 Human Resources Departmental Budget contained $109,000 for Legal Services to be incurred with labor negotiations. … Continue reading
