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Chicago’s mayor annually declares a TIF surplus that helps Chicago Public Schools financially. But it can bring unpredictability to the district’s budgeting process. (Credit: Chalkbeat Chicago file photo)

Government Finance & Accountability

Special Taxing Districts’ Uncertain Future Looms Over Historic School Board Races

by Alex Nitkin October 19, 2026October 19, 2026

Candidates running for Chicago school board have different views on how to account for TIF surpluses in the district’s annual budget.

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