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Aldermen voted 46-3 Tuesday to approve the transfer of Chicago Parking Meters LLC to New York-based infrastructure investment firm Stonepeak Partners, clearing the way for a $2.53 billion transaction after months of negotiations over concessions for the city. #parking #chicago

The endorsements add to a coalition that includes the SEIU Illinois State Council, several Chicago alderpersons, members of the Chicago Board of Education, state lawmakers, a Cook County commissioner, clergy and former Chicago Public Schools officials. #endorsement #cps

The Cook County Board of Review provides an independent review of property assessments and serves as the second level of appeal in the county’s property tax assessment process. The appeal process is free, and property owners in all 38 Cook County townships will have an opportunity to file during the 2026 appeal season. #cookcounty #tax #appeals

Inspector General David Glockner said the city provided half of the $100 million initially proposed by Mayor Rahm Emanuel, but the fund has been been effectively dormant since 2020. #fund #centersquare

Under the proposal, the community trust would help families secure legal representation, navigate immigration proceedings, cover emergency household expenses and connect with community resources during periods of detention or family separation. #ice #fund #ianwatkins

In a statement released Thursday, Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson said the board's decision departed from sound budgeting principles by relying on speculative revenue to balance the district's finances. #cps #budget #chicago

The nonpartisan government finance watchdog released three reports Wednesday examining the fiscal issues it says will shape CPS' financial future beyond this year's budget cycle. #cps #civicfederation #budget

The city has collected none of the $131.7 million total projected for sale of debt, advertising, augmented reality and video game licensing. #centersquare #alderman #chicagomayor

“We're excited to co-host this event, bringing dozens of employers together in one room so jobseekers who walk in with ambition and hope can walk out with a job offer,” Leerhsen said. “That's what real opportunity looks like.” #cta #career #fair