What I’m Watching—Jan. 5, 2011
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Posted inPress Release
BGA Files Transparency Lawsuit Against Chicago Police Department
The Better Government Association filed a lawsuit challenging the Chicago Police Department’s refusal to release documents the public has a right to review under the state’s Freedom of Information Act.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
What I’m Watching—Jan. 4, 2011
What I’m Watching—Jan. 4, 2011
Posted inAnalysis, Policy
The Trouble with TABORs
The Illinois Constitution requires that the Governor present a balanced budget to the General Assembly each year and that the legislature adopt a budget that’s also balanced. That’s how it’s supposed to work.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
What I’m Watching—Jan. 3, 2011
What I’m Watching—Jan. 3, 2011
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Renovated L Platforms Require Costly Repairs as Wood Planks Deteriorate After 2 Years
The Chicago Transit Authority has spent about $300,000 replacing decking that had chipped, cracked or developed holes at eight Brown Line stations.
Posted inAnalysis, Policy
Happy Holidays from the BGA Think Tank!
Happy Holidays from the BGA Think Tank!
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
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)
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
What I’m Watching—Dec. 22, 2010
What I’m Watching—Dec. 22, 2010
Posted inPress Release
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.”