Summary
The treasurer reports a 98-99% collection rate and says the city doesn't want people's homes — foreclosures dipped after the 2008 crisis. Alders pressed for data and urged extra empathy for seniors on fixed incomes facing tax delinquency.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
The office projects $700,000 more investment income in 2027 on the city's $7.8 billion investment portfolio.
Homeowners — especially seniors — get payment plans, drop boxes and a process designed to keep people in their homes.
Homeowners who lose homes to foreclosure, particularly elders on fixed incomes.
Mentions & discussions (2)
FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE — October 2, 2026
The treasurer reports a 98-99% collection rate and says the city doesn't want people's homes — foreclosures dipped after the 2008 crisis. Alders pressed for data and urged extra empathy for seniors on fixed incomes facing tax delinquency.
ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE — January 13, 2026
Three long-vacant or deteriorating city-owned buildings go to private owners who plan parking, a tool loan center, and the city's first Crumbl Cookies — putting blighted properties back on the tax rolls.
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