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
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32nd Annual Motorola Solutions Foundation Excellence in Public Service Award
Presented and administered by the Civic Federation
Join us for an award breakfast on Dec. 8 as we celebrate Lanetta Haynes Turner, chief of staff at the Office of Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the recipient of this year's Excellence in Public Service Award.
LATEST RESEARCH
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 ...
Chicago Public Schools Financial Update Highlights Upcoming Budget Shortfall of $391 Million
Rising Pension, Healthcare Liabilities Help Drive $7.3 Billion Increase in Chicago Long-Term Liabilities Between FY2018 and FY2022
Tier 2 Pensions and the Safe Harbor Issue: Explained
Civic Federation Releases Analysis of City of Chicago FY2024 Proposed Budget
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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