Kane County officials are reviewing a proposed $2M increase in its property tax levy to help fund essential services and offset inflation. This would be the first significant hike since 2013.

• Why the increase? Board members advocating for the hike argue that the additional revenue is necessary to maintain county services amid rising costs.

• Tax cap: The proposed 3.4% increase increase is the maximum amount state law would allow for.

• Opposition concerns: Some board members worry the tax hike could impact the success of an upcoming sales tax referendum, set for April, which would add 0.75% to sales tax rates to address ongoing budget deficits.

• Budget challenges: Kane County has been using reserve funds since 2023 to cover budget shortfalls. Without new revenue, officials say reserve funds could be depleted within a few years.

The Kane County Board will make a final decision on the levy increase at their November 12 meeting.

Read more in this Aurora Beacon-News article.

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