The Property Tax Rate and Levy Manual has been prepared by the Department of Commerce and Community Affairs to serve as a guide for all non-home rule units of government in Illinois. All tax rates are in conformance with the Illinois Compiled Statutes 1998 State Bar Association Edition. Not included are provisions for tax levies available only to the Chicago Park District, Chicago School District, and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. Certain levies generally available to special districts are listed on pages 29 and 30 and are not repeated in the section pertaining to the particular types of districts. Home rule municipalities and counties are not bound by the rate limitations and requirements contained in this manual. The purpose of the manual is to help local officials realize available sources of revenue which may be used to finance their respective unit of governments services. The manual is designed to serve as an information tool for local officials. Provisions of the manual should not be enacted without the advice of legal counsel.
This brochure provides information about the Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Council, which is made up of 11 members, including public officials, law enforcement personnel, and insurance industry representatives. The Council is a private and public sector partnership effectively combating auto theft and related crimes.