Politics & Government
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Won't Commit To Alternatives To Property Tax Hike
"It's about a collaborative approach," Mayor Johnson said. You actually have a robust conversation about how we balance the budget."
November 13, 2024
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Mayor Brandon Johnson wouldn't commit on Tuesday when asked if he would support possible alternatives to his proposal to raise property taxes to close a nearly $1 billion budget gap for 2025.
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Members of the City Council have voiced their opposition to raising property taxes. Johnson seemed to be backing off perhaps a bit on the amount he proposed increasing taxes by, $300 million, as aldermen made suggestions for alternatives to raise revenue.
"It's about a collaborative approach," Johnson said during his news conference on Tuesday. "Here's what I've offered for the people of Chicago: You actually have a robust conversation about how we balance the budget."
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