Schools For Sale In Illinois

Rockford Register Star: Rockford Chamber, Realtors against 1% schools sales tax. Here's why The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce is opposing a proposed 1% countywide sales tax for schools. The tax is intended to fund school improvements and potentially lower property taxes.

Understanding the Context

Opponents are ... Voters in Winnebago County will decide on a new 1% sales tax for schools on March 17. The proposed tax would generate an estimated $40 million annually for school facilities, resource officers, and ... The Columbus Dispatch: Illinois Tax Reform Backed by Voters Could Cut Property Taxes 20% or Fully Fund Schools Illinois Tax Reform Backed by Voters Could Cut Property Taxes 20% or Fully Fund Schools Rockford Register Star: Winnebago County school sales tax: What to know before you vote ROCKFORD, IL — Rockford and Winnebago County voters rejected a new sales tax that if approved would have meant about $40 million for school districts across the region.