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Did you know that over 89% of the 24th Ward is covered by TIF Districts?

Approximately 89% of the 24th Ward is covered by Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts and is scheduled to remain that way through at least 2032. What is Tax Increment Financing? Tax Increment Financing is a special funding tool used by the City of Chicago to promote public and private investment across the City. Funds are […]

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There Were 1,777 Dispatched 911 Calls for Priority Level 1 in the McKinley Park in 2024. How Many 911 Calls Were in Your Community Area?

Explanation of Priority Levels There are three main priority levels for calls resulting in a unit dispatch: Level 1: Immediate Dispatch for life-threatening emergencies Level 2: Rapid Dispatch for situations where timely public safety action has the potential to affect the outcome of an incident Level 3: Routine Dispatch when calls do not involve an […]

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Did You Know that the City of Chicago Budgeted $22 Million for Street Lighting in 2025?

Annual Appropriation Ordinance The annual appropriation ordinance is the final City budget as approved by the City Council each year. It lists the budget appropriations that each department will receive from the City for the fiscal year. The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG)’s City of Chicago Annual Appropriation details dashboard lists the […]

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