The Civic Federation
The Civic Federation is a non-partisan government research organization working to maximize the quality and cost-effectiveness of government services in the Chicago region and State of Illinois.
The Federation’s membership includes business and professional leaders from a wide range of Chicago-area companies and institutions.
The Civic Federation publishes reports and commentary about local government tax policies, government services, and public expenditures. The Federation’s new research institute, the Institute for Illinois’ Fiscal Sustainability, examines a wide range of fiscal issues relating to the State of Illinois.
Recent Research
05.09.12
Civic Federation Position Statement on Senate Bill 3564
Update: On May 9, 2012, the Illinois Senate narrowly rejected Senate Bill 3564. The vote was 29 to 23, with one member voting present. Passage requires a majority vote of the 59 Senate members. On...
05.01.12
State of Illinois FY2013 Recommended Operating and Capital Budgets: Analysis and Recommendations
The Civic Federation supports Governor Pat Quinn’s $57.4 billion FY2013 recommended operating budget, because it acknowledges the depth of the State’s financial problems and would put...
02.27.12
Civic Federation Position Statement on Charitable Property Tax Exemptions for Non-Profit Hospitals
The Civic Federation supports the continuation of property tax exemptions for non-profit hospitals that qualify as charitable organizations. However, the General Assembly must establish clear,...
02.24.12
Selected Consumer Taxes in the City of Chicago
This brief provides an updated compilation of selected consumer taxes, including rates and descriptions, in effect in the City of Chicago on February 2, 2012. It includes such taxes as the sales...
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05.11.12: Chicago Tribune
One year in: Mayor Rahm Emanuel tightens ties with business
05.09.12: Chicago Tribune
Emanuel makes pension pitch at Capitol
05.08.12: Chicago Tribune
Illinois House, Senate deliberating future of enterprise zones
05.08.12: Chicago Sun-Times
Rahm’s pension reform: Freeze retiree pay hikes, up retirement age
05.03.12: Reuters





