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
LATEST RESEARCH
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June 14, 2023
Financial Challenges Facing the Chicago Mayor and City Council: Options and Recommendations
Click here to read the full report.Click here to read the press release for this report.INTRODUCTIONIn 2023 Chicago voters elected Brandon Johnson as the City’s new Mayor as well as a City Council with 13 new members. The City’s new political leadership will immediately f...
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September 15, 2023
GFOA Recommends Governments Rethink Their Reserve Policies
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September 7, 2023
How Chicago’s Effective Property Tax Rates Compare to Those of Other US Cities
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September 1, 2023
Chicago Police Department Budget Q&A
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August 25, 2023
Illinois International Port District Improves Transparency of Operations
OUR MISSION
Non-partisan government research is more important than ever.
Founded in the aftermath of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair by the same local leaders who made the legendary event a reality, the Civic Federation provides objective research, analysis and recommendations that:
- Champion efficient delivery of high-quality government services
- Promote sustainable tax policies and responsible long-term financial planning
- Improve government transparency and accountability
- Educate and serve as a resource for policymakers, opinion leaders and the broader public
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