The Chicago Transit Authority has spent about $300,000 replacing decking that had chipped, cracked or developed holes at eight Brown Line stations.
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Gapers Block: BGA Restructures Board
“The Better Government Association recently made some significant changes to its board of directors — and its overall governance structure — in an effort to broaden and strengthen its connection to Chicago’s minority communities and to expand its reach in Illinois beyond the collar counties.”
Posted inGovernment Finance & Accountability
Chicago Park District Supervisor Resigns After Questionable Contract
A top Chicago Park District supervisor has resigned after being questioned about a contract awarded to a woman he is apparently living with.
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Daily Herald: BGA Opposses Buffalo Grove FOIA Ordinance
“Buffalo Grove trustees Monday held off voting on an ordinance that would define which e-mail records the village may destroy….The decision came hours after the Better Government Association registered its objections to the ordinance.”
Posted inGovernment Finance & Accountability
State Worker Fights Disability—and Bureaucrats
State government is nearly broke in Illinois, and critical services are at risk because of the financial crunch. But bureaucrats have found the resources to engage in a lengthy—and potentially costly—legal battle with a state employee.
Posted inInvestigations, News, Newsroom
Mike Madigan’s Holiday Message to Me–and Mine to Him (and You)
Mike Madigan’s Holiday Message to Me–and Mine to Him (and You)
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Chicago Mayoral Candidate Forum: UIC, December 2010
The University of Illinois at Chicago hosted a public forum featuring Chicago’s mayoral candidates. The BGA’s Andy Shaw is a panelist. This program was recorded by Chicago Access Network Television (CAN TV).
Posted inInvestigations, News
Riding While Dead
Widespread abuse suspected in RTA’s ‘Senior Ride Free’ program; with oversight lax, transit passes belonging to dead people still are being used on CTA, Pace.
Posted inGovernment Finance & Accountability
INFOGRAPHIC: How a TIF is Created
A step-by-step breakdown of how the city approves funds for redevelopment proposals
Posted inGovernment Finance & Accountability
INFOGRAPHIC: How a TIF Works
How Illinois municipalities use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to attract investment and increase property tax revenue.
