The panelists discuss the current pension problem in Illinois and how it might be addressed.
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Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Awards for Investigative Reporting
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Pension Crisis – What’s next for Chicago & Cook County?
It’s not just state pensions that are in trouble. The Cook County and Chicago public pension systems are also in crisis. In an effort to explore and discuss possible solutions, the BGA is hosting its second forum on the public pension crisis, this time with the focus on Chicago and Cook County.
BGA Special Report: ‘States Failing When Battling Corruption’
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 11, 2013Scott Burnhamscott@serafin.com(312) 550-3947 WHO: The Better Government Association (BGA) and Alper Services, LLCSpeakers who will address the findings include: Andy Shaw, BGA President & CEO […]
Free FOIA clinic
Sign up for a one-on-one 15-minute session with an attorney at no charge! Meet with a FOIA expert for free legal advice on how to get your request answered. (Appointment […]
TIFs In An Era Of School Budget Cuts
The Better Government Association and Catalyst Chicago host a panel to discuss TIFs and school budget cuts. Moderated by Linda Lenz of Catalyst Chicago, speakers include Ben Joravsky of the Chicago Reader, Chris Brown from LISC Chicago, Bill Vaselopulos from Cook County Clerk’s Office and Emily Miller of the Better Government Association. This program was recorded and streamed by Chicago Access Network Television (CAN TV).
Watchdog Training: Bridgeport
The BGA will host the next Citizen Watchdog Training in Bridgeport. This will be a shorter but more interactive, in-depth training. BGA Citizen Watchdog Training teaches you how […]
2012 BGA Annual Luncheon
Lara Logan introduced by Sun-Times Chairman Michael Ferro. Civic Achievement Award: Judge James Zagel Introduction by Chairman of Kroll Advisory Solutions and former NYC & LA police chief, William Bratton. […]
Citizen Watchdogs of Education: Belmont Cragin
The BGA will be hosting the next Citizen Watchdogs of Education training in partnership with the Northwest Side Housing Center at Metropolitan Family Services. Join parents and community leaders in understanding how […]