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Emanuel prepares to borrow $1.1 billion to juggle Chicago debt, pay bills

Posted on June 12, 2015

Chicago Tribune

This article discusses the City of Chicago’s plan to borrow $1.1 billion to complete a debt restructuring plan and pay down bills, the highest level of borrowing that has occurred under Mayor Emanuel. The Civic Federation said most of this borrowing will pay for annual operating costs, continuing the short-sighted financial practices that have deteriorated City finances.