education funding

The former Republican strategist is campaigning on property-tax relief, affordability and local control while trying to build a political movement that lasts beyond November. #illinois #election #collincorbett

“Illinois voters deserve to hear from all candidates—media outlets shouldn’t shield the major political parties while silencing Independent voices,” Corbett said in a press release. #election

The objective, he said, is making government more proactive instead of waiting for problems to reach a crisis. #parkforest #joshuatravis

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

Statehouse members did not vote on Ford’s proposed constitutional amendment in time for a binding measure to appear on the November ballot statewide. #tax #millionaries #centersquare

The funding is part of more than $27 million awarded statewide by the Illinois Secretary of State through the Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants, Security and Construction Grants, and School Library Grants programs. #libraries #patrickjoyce #funding

Following the signing, Democratic Party of Illinois Chair and Deputy Majority Leader Lisa Hernandez praised the budget and said it addresses economic challenges facing residents across the state. #democrats #signing #budget

The donation will support two major programs: a new $634,000 investment in the district’s All-City Performing Arts initiative and a renewed $1.1 million commitment to the Lollapalooza Arts Education Fund. #lollapalooza #cps #arts

Deering emphasized that Illinois families already shoulder some of the nation’s highest property taxes, much of which goes toward funding education. #scholarships #taxcredits #students

“As we begin the budget negotiating process, we need to focus on delivering a responsible and compassionate plan that addresses community concerns and uplifts families,” Meyers-Martin said. #budget #address #lawmaker