There is little doubt that township government provides little service to folks in cities and villages. Assessment of property is the only function that touches every home and business owner. True, municipalities receives a portion of road taxes, but obviously, … Continue reading
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The Illinois Policy Institute has an article on an advisory referendum put on the ballot by the Peru City Council. The article points out that of $390,000 collected in property taxes, “$189,000 – almost 40 percent – went toward its … Continue reading
Led by McHenry County Board Chairman Joe Gottemoller, thirteen members tacked the lid on the coffin of the township consolidation movement. During the lengthy public comment period, in which the opponents of township consolidation dominated the podium, County Board members … Continue reading