...Emphasizes Importance of Supporting LGDF in State Budget

Dear Valued Constituent,

Today at a meeting with the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, Chairman of the House Cities and Villages Committee, reiterated his push to include greater funding for the Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF) in this year’s budget.

“While reviewing the governor’s proposed budget, I was very disappointed he did not propose a restoration of LGDF,” DeLuca said.

“Municipal governments use this funding for fire and police services, snow removal, clean water delivery, garbage service, code enforcement, and other core services. It would be prudent and beneficial for the state to properly prioritize LGDF in this budget so municipalities are better equipped to provide these critical basic services that residents depend on each and every day.”

DeLuca recognizes that a restoration in LGDF would help keep local tax burdens lower – preventing the need for local governments to look at property tax hikes or other fee increases to make up the difference.

“The governor’s budget address is the first step in a larger budget process,” DeLuca said. “I will make sure local needs are properly represented, which is why I am actively engaging leaders and other stakeholders in the community.

I am thankful for the advocacy from our local mayors and the SSMMA on LGDF, and I look forward to continued discussions on this topic in Springfield.”