Tribune: Party-Hearty, But Put It in the Budget

The Chicago Tribune had an editorial in its Monday edition about Glenview official’s spending about $504,000 over three years on parties, dinner, travel, etc. “And a lack of transparency documenting it.” Here’s how the editorial began: “For those who work … Continue reading

McSweeney Local Government Travel Expense Bill Signed

A press release from State Rep. David McSweeney: Governor Signs McSweeney-Cullerton Bill Designed to Curb Local Government Spending  Cary, IL…Governor Bruce Rauner has signed legislation State Rep. David McSweeney (R-Barrington Hills) sponsored to create more accountability for how local tax … Continue reading

McSweeney Goes After Local Governmental Travel Costs

A press release from State Rep. David McSweeney: Rep. McSweeney’s Bill Would Bring More Accountability for Local Government Costs Springfield, Illinois—State Representative David McSweeney (R-Barrington Hills) has proposed legislation to eliminate the use of taxpayer funds for entertainment costs and … Continue reading