Friday, September 25, 2009

Huntley board approves home rule powers

What might be coming to Belvidere if the 2010 census counts over 25,000 residents.  If over 25,000, only a referendum will stop it.  2005 population estimates show a large increase, as the population rose to 24,593 [per wikipedia]

Home rule status, which can be achieved by popular vote or when a town exceeds 25,000 citizens, gives towns greater taxing and regulatory powers.

Huntley can now impose additional sales taxes, and property tax increases are not capped by the rate of inflation, village officials said.

Click on the following for more details:  Daily Herald | Huntley board approves home rule powers

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