fiscal responsibility

Water has to be treated, tested, and pumped through miles of underground pipes before it reaches your home. #water

The Republican attorney and small-business owner says the office should challenge questionable spending, prioritize essential-service payments and answer to taxpayers rather than political leaders. #election #illinois #comptroller

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

Businesses fail. Markets change. Companies change direction. But that's exactly why communities negotiate development agreements. #business #development

"We're not here for our personal agenda. We're not here to lash out when we disagree," White said. "We're here to sit down at the table and say we're the voice for the people." #parkforest #election

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

According to the Civic Federation, the legislation is projected to increase required city contributions to the Police and Fire pension systems by approximately $8.4 billion between 2025 and 2055, representing about $1.7 billion in present value. #pension #civicfederation #chicago

Garrett was recognized for his efforts to bring together community organizations, businesses, philanthropic partners and government agencies to expand opportunities and improve neighborhoods throughout the Chicago region. #award #civicfederation #seangarrett

In a statement, the Illinois Freedom Caucus said Higgins’ victory shows that Republican voters are prioritizing issues such as lower taxes, fiscal responsibility and parental rights. #primary #freedomcaucus #victory