Rep. Batinick to Have Public Discussion on State Budget Tonight

With thousands of families having lost access to state services as the Illinois General Assembly remains mired in stalemate without a full budget for the new fiscal year that began July 1, State Rep. Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) invited five of his local Democratic colleagues to meet in a public forum to discuss state budget and spending issues. Unfortunately, they have all indicated they cannot participate, but Rep. Batinick will be having an open forum with his constituents regardless.

Rep. Batinick stated, “All too often, citizens only hear one side of an issue. Taxpayers should hear from both sides at the same event. They need to hear a full debate. It’s time for us to get past ‘talking points’. It’s time for both sides to promote their solutions. I’m ready to promote mine. My colleagues will not be attending tonight but I certainly will. It’s my duty to speak publically with my constituents about their concerns, and also my own.”

The discussion is scheduled for today from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Plainfield American Legion, located at 24741 W Renwick Road. Only the press, staff, and residents of the represented districts will be allowed to attend.