MCCD Second Most Expensive Conservation/Forest Preserve District

A friend of McHenry County Blog decided to compare the financials and acreage of the McHenry County Conservation District with those of similar open space districts. Compared to other agencies, McHenry County scores Number One in acreage per capita. While … Continue reading

25% Kickbacks Charged on Two No-Bid Cook County Forest Preserve Projects.

After you read the following press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, reflect on the size of the kickbacks compared to the size of the contracts.  Both are almost 25%, which means to me that the prices are being padded … Continue reading