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Winfield SD 34 says TIF 2 fails statutory tests; oral arguments set for Nov. 19

Winfield School District 34 Board of Education · October 30, 2025
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Summary

Districts argued the Village of Winfield's TIF 2 fails statutory requirements (blight, non‑contiguous parcels, limited tax benefit to schools) and said substantial development already exists from a $65–70 million Central DuPage Hospital investment; oral arguments scheduled Nov. 19, 2025.

Board members and district representatives updated the board on coordinated legal challenges to the Village of Winfield’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District 2.

District representatives said they believe the TIF does not meet statutory requirements, including a proper showing of blight and lawful boundaries; they also said the district is concerned that a parking garage included in the TIF will remain on the tax rolls for only 20 years, reducing long‑term revenue for the district. The districts argued the development likely would have occurred without TIF funds, noting a $65–70 million investment by Central DuPage Hospital. Oral arguments for an appeal are scheduled for Nov. 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM; the Joint Review Board meeting is scheduled for Nov. 24. No change in negotiation positions with District 94 was reported.

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