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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Cook County FY2024 Report
November 15, 2023

Cook County FY2024 Proposed Budget: Analysis and Recommendations

Click here to read the full report.Click here to read the press release for this analysis. EXECUTIVE SUMMARYThe Civic Federation supports the Cook County FY2024 Executive Budget Recommendation of $9.1 billion. It continues the Preckwinkle Administration’s track record of ...

. November 21, 2023

Cook County Board of Commissioners Approve FY2024 Budget

. November 17, 2023

Chicago Public Schools Financial Update Highlights Upcoming Budget Shortfall of $391 Million

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November 10, 2023

Rising Pension, Healthcare Liabilities Help Drive $7.3 Billion Increase in Chicago Long-Term Liabilities Between FY2018 and FY2022

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November 7, 2023

Tier 2 Pensions and the Safe Harbor Issue: Explained

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November 3, 2023

Civic Federation Releases Analysis of City of Chicago FY2024 Proposed Budget

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November 1, 2023

City of Chicago FY2024 Proposed Budget: Analysis and Recommendations

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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GOVERNMENTS WE STUDY

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City of Chicago
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City of Chicago

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Cook County
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Cook County

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State of Illinois
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State of Illinois

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Chicago Public Schools
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Chicago Public Schools

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Other Governments