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Proviso Twp HSD 209 finance team presents tentative 2.9% tax levy; treasurer warns of Cook County collection delays
Summary
District finance staff presented a tentative levy increase of 2.9%—the CPI cap for levy year—projecting a levy of $78.6 million and estimating modest homeowner impact; the treasurer warned that Cook County delays have left the district with far less property-tax cash on hand than typical this time of year.
Proviso Township High Schools District 209 staff presented a tentative tax levy of 2.9% during the Oct. 14 board meeting and outlined the district’s timetable for final approval. The presentation linked the proposed increase to the consumer price index applicable under the tax-cap law and recommended capturing the full allowable increase.
Dr. Hill, presenting the levy information (identified in the meeting transcript only as "Dr. Hill"), explained the timetable: the estimated levy was presented Oct. 14 and the board aims to approve the levy on Nov. 12, 2025. Once approved, the district must submit levy documents to the Cook County clerk by the last Tuesday in December, the transcript notes.
The proposed levy for levy year 02/2025 totals…
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