The council met on Feb. 19 and decided to release $2. 3 million from the city’s free‑cash pile, a move that follows the mayor’s request and the Finance Committee’s nod. The biggest chunk—$2 million—was earmarked for Westfield High School’s new athletic fields. City Treasurer‑Collector Matthew Bar
Medina, Ohio, is making strides in employee compensation. The city's finance committee gave the thumbs up to a tentative deal with patrol and communications officers. This agreement covers a three-year contract, aiming to boost pay for these essential workers. The proposed deal includes a 4% pay hi
Chicago's mayor, Brandon Johnson, has a plan to borrow a huge amount of money. He wants to sell bonds worth $3. 8 billion. But not everyone is on board with this idea. One city council member, Alderman Bill Conway, is pushing back. He thinks the amount is too high. He wants to cut it down by more t
Joliet is looking at some big changes in its 2026 budget. The city plans to add 11 new jobs, with some of them paying over $100, 000. This news comes as the city council gets ready to vote on the budget. The total cost for these new salaries is almost $920, 000. That's a lot of money, but the good
Cleveland has been testing a high-tech tool called ShotSpotter to detect gunshots. This system is supposed to help police respond quickly to gunfire. Researchers from Cleveland State University looked into over 87, 000 alerts from ShotSpotter. They also talked to people living in the area and police
Chris Cardott, Rochelle's Finance Director, is stepping down after two decades of service. Her career began with an accounting degree from the University of Illinois, followed by a stint at a local bank. She then returned home to lead the Northern Illinois University Credit Union for nearly a decade
Denver's leaders are pushing for more bonds to fund new parks, recreation centers, and roads. But bonds are not free money. They are loans that must be repaid with interest. This means that every time the city takes on more debt, it is the taxpayers who will ultimately foot the bill. Bonds are ofte
The city of Kansas City is taking a proactive approach to tackle the rising issue of property crime, particularly affecting small businesses. The city council and mayor have proposed an ordinance that aims to provide financial assistance to these businesses to help them repair damages or invest in s
