|
|
|
Dear Neighbor,
Unfortunately our time in Springfield this week was not
productive. The Governor and General Assembly did not make much progress toward
resolving the budget deficit. Most disconcerting to me is the fact that
the Governor and legislative leaders are not yet using agreed upon budget
deficit numbers - it's hard to believe we are close to reaching a
solution when we have not yet agreed to what our problem is. The range of
the budget deficit number is $7 billion to $9.2 billion. Elements of a
final solution that are being discussed include:
- Budget cuts of about $1
billion;
- Refinancing of state debt and
other financial maneuvers (fund sweeps, lapse spending) which provides about
$2 billion;
- Pension obligation note to
provide short-term financing for our full pension payment and provides
$2.2 billion for our current operating budget; and
- A temporary income tax increase
to then balance the budget.
We return to Springfield
next week. The Governor and legislative leaders have agreed to get to
shared budget deficit estimates, and the Governor will have a detailed budget
plan for our review in advance of our return. If we do not yet have the
votes to pass a balanced budget, we discussed passing a short-term continuing
budget to avoid draconian cuts to human services programs. It
is clearly outrageous that we have not yet provided a balanced budget, and I am
urging my leader and the Governor's Office to do so next week.
Sincerely,
Heather A. Steans
State Senator
|
|
7th District Farmer's Markets
|
Visit your local Farmer's Market!
As we move into summer, I wanted to let you know about the farmer's market locations in the 7th district. Please enjoy!
Andersonville Farmers Market
The highlight of the market will be an array of local, sustainably grown produce. The market will also feature honey, cheese, wine, fiber, and more from local vendors. Also in the works are live musicians, family-focused activities, chef demonstrations, coordination with local school programs, and other various programming.
Dates:
Weekly: Every Wednesday
From: Jun 24, 2009 to Sep 9, 2009
Upcoming Dates:
· Jul 1, 2009
· Jul 8, 2009
· Jul 15, 2009
Hours:
Wednesdays, 4 - 8 pm
Location:
On Berwyn Ave. btwn. Clark & Ashland
Berwyn Ave. & Clark
Chicago, IL 60640
Website:
For additional information please visit, http://www.andersonville.org
Edgewater Green Market
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
Dates:
Weekly: Every Saturday
From: Jul 4, 2009 to Oct 31, 2009
Upcoming Dates:
· Jul 4, 2009
· Jul 11, 2009
· Jul 18, 2009
Hours:
Saturdays, 7 am - 1 pm
Location:
Edgewater
6034 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60660
Website:
For additional information please visit, http://www.edgewater.org
Lincoln Square Farmers Market
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
Dates:
Weekly: Every Tuesday
From: Jun 9, 2009 to Oct 27, 2009
Upcoming Dates:
· Jun 30, 2009
· Jul 7, 2009
· Jul 14, 2009
Hours:
Tuesdays, 7 am - 2 pm
Location:
City Parking Lot adjacent to Brown Line Station
4700 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625
Website:
For additional information please visit, http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Uncommon Ground
Weekly: Fridays
From: Jun 22, 2009 to Oct 30, 2009
Hours:
Fridays, 4 PM - 8 PM
Location:
Uncommon Ground
1401 W Devon Ave
Chicago, IL 60660
Website:
For additional information please visit, uncommonground.com
|
|
Lincoln Square Office Hours
|
Visit our service office in Lincoln Square!
My service office staff will be holding office hours every Tuesday from 10AM to 12PM at Alderman Gene Schulter's office at 4237 N. Lincoln Avenue.
Please feel free to stop by and visit my staff in the office or call 773-769-1717 to make an appointment to schedule a meeting.
|
|
|
|
|
