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  • Idea Forum: Charter Schools, Neighborhood Schools & Public Education in Chicago

    Illinois Institute of Technology, Exposition Center, Hermann Hall, 3241 South Federal St., Chicago, 60647

     Registration Closed. Click here to watch the video. Join the Better Government Association and Catalyst Chicago for a discussion about how charter schools have and will impact the landscape of public […]

  • TIFs In An Era Of School Budget Cuts

    Roosevelt University, 430 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, 60605

    The Better Government Association and Catalyst Chicago host a panel to discuss TIFs and school budget cuts. Moderated by Linda Lenz of Catalyst Chicago, speakers include Ben Joravsky of the Chicago Reader, Chris Brown from LISC Chicago, Bill Vaselopulos from Cook County Clerk's Office and Emily Miller of the Better Government Association. This program was recorded and streamed by Chicago Access Network Television (CAN TV).

  • Smart Streamlining: DuPage County Idea Forum

    National Louis University, 850 Warrenville Road, Lisle, 60532

    The BGA hosted an Idea Forum on government consolidation at National Louis University in Lisle, Illinois on Monday, February 24, as part of its efforts to promote the "Smart Streamlining" […]

  • What’s the Force Behind the Lucas Museum?

    Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, 60604

    Is building the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art on Chicago's lakefront a fait accompli? Many people may think so but there are a lot of unanswered questions and crucial points that should be discussed before construction gets underway at the Museum Campus.

  • Getting the Scoop on Charter Schools

    Portage-Cragin Library, 5108 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, 60641

    So how transparent and open are Chicago charter schools? Hear what BGA investigators think. They'll share their experiences getting info and public records about charter schools... and talk about the tools you need to get the info yourself.

  • FOIA Facts & Friction: The Future Of Open Records Laws In Illinois

    State Journal-Register Building, One Copley Plaza, Springfield, 62705

    Hosted by the BGA's Springfield Advisory Committee, "FOIA Facts & Friction: The Future of Open Records Laws in Illinois" will be a balanced panel discussion that will consider the viewpoints of both those who make public information requests and those charged with responding to them.

  • Municipal Bankruptcy: Is Your Hometown or School District the Next Detroit?

    Union League Club of Chicago, Crystal Room, 65 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, 60604

    It’s a topic that has been widely discussed in the media and across Illinois, with most specifics left unaddressed and many questions left unanswered.

    Because of these outstanding questions and in light of the financial crises facing Illinois and its municipalities, the Better Government Association hosted "Municipal Bankruptcy: Is Your Hometown or School District the Next Detroit?" on Wednesday, June 3, 2015.