At the briefings Monday, union officials also discussed issues like tax increment finance district reform, charter schools and merit pay, another thorny issue that will be raised when contract negotiations start soon. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
Construction on a 3 - acre skate park in Grant Park begins this week as city lawmakers consider granting the project $ 2.5 million in tax increment financing assistance. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
The challenge for the University District Development Authority (a not - for - profit quasi-governmental entity responsible for administration of tax increment financing in the University District) has been to quantify the «demand» for housing which in turn would drive development of other kinds. (nar.realtor)