Mayor Brandon Johnson released his proposed 2025 budget for the City of Chicago on Wednesday, Oct. 30. As in previous years, BGA Policy will release a series of department-specific budget […]
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BGA Board and Supporters – Ink & Impact: The Power of Journalism
Join us for an illuminating evening with a panel of leading editors and publishers, including Crystal Paul, Illinois Answers’ new State Investigations Editor, as they explore the evolving role of […]
Ink & Impact: The Power of Journalism
Join us for an illuminating evening with a panel of leading editors and publishers, as they explore the evolving role of investigative journalism and local media and how we tell our communities’ most vital stories.
Posted inPerspectives
Civic leaders: How do we resolve Illinois’ pension mess? These 10 principles are a start.
A new day in Illinois’ fiscal future may be on the horizon. Responsible stewardship of the state’s budget over the past few years and the elimination of the state’s unpaid […]
Posted inPolicy Statements
Watchdog Groups Urge Responsible Stewardship from Temporary Board of Education Appointees
The abrupt resignation of the entire Chicago Board of Education a month before the body begins its transition to locally elected governance has given Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson an opportunity […]
Posted inResearch & Analysis
Potential Impacts of Proposed Public Funding Option on Chicago Ward Elections
Legislation introduced in June by City Council ethics chair Matt Martin (47th Ward) would add a public funding option for aldermanic candidates starting in the 2027 election cycle. To evaluate […]
The Pension Puzzle: Fixing Illinois’ Pension System
Join us for a deep dive into the challenges and solutions surrounding Illinois’ pension system. Speakers:Andy Manar, Deputy Governor for Budget and Economy, State of IllinoisRep. Steve Reick, Illinois State […]
Posted inPolicy Statements
Small Steps on Ethics Reform from a Reluctant Mayor
Today’s City Council meeting saw the passage of two sets of ethics reforms: an ordinance giving the Board of Ethics enforcement authority for a longstanding executive order banning lobbyist contributions […]
Posted inUpdates
Chicago Underwater: A Discussion on the Impact of Flooding
A panel discussion on the impact of flooding in Chicago featuring insights from local experts and advocates