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Q: How will the referendum affect CIS rates?

CIS rates will reach $20 by 2032 without home rule sales tax revenue to go towards mandated wastewater improvements. This means in 2032, the average resident could pay about $86 a month in CIS fees, or over $1,000 per year.

Revenue from a home rule sales tax would allow the Village to reduce reliance on CIS fees to fund mandated wastewater improvements, allowing residents to spend 50-60% less on CIS fees by 2032. View this post to compare CIS rates over time. 

Q: Why do CIS costs trend lower with more home rule sales tax revenue?

With a higher sales tax rate, more revenue is collected per transaction. For example, a 1% home rule sales tax could provide $3.5 million in additional, annual revenue for mandated improvements, while a 1.5% home rule sales tax could generate more than the minimum $4.5 million in additional, annual revenue needed. 



Under home rule, both CIS fees and home rule sales tax revenue would go towards mandated wastewater improvements. As more sales tax revenue is earned and can be directed to the Water/Sewer Capital Projects Fund, less revenue is needed from CIS fees. 

Join the Conversation!

Connect with trustees and ask questions at Coffee with the Board on Saturday, February 10 at 10:00a.m.

The next Referendum Community Forum will be held on Thursday, February 15 at 7:00p.m. If you missed our January 18 community forum, you can watch the recording on YouTube!

New Fireside Chat Video

In Episode 3, Mayor David Pileski interviews Hanover Park's Mayor Craig about how Hanover Park uses their home rule authority. Watch the latest episode on YouTube.

Join the Roselle Police Department!

Applications for entry level police officers are due February 2.

Download an application from the IO Solutions website.

Free Story Time at Jen's Art, Gifts, and Books & G's Candy Corner

Saturday, January 28 - 10:30 a.m. - 15 Howard St

All ages are welcome at this FREE family-friendly event! We will be reading two children's books. The first is a self-published children's book written by local author April Elders about her family dynamics as a "Mommy Only Family". The book can be enjoyed by all families because it celebrates how all families are different but are just about love. The book was illustrated by Jen Fisher, local Roselle artist and owner of Jen's Art, Gifts & Books.

The second book is the new book in the Grumpy Monkey Series "Spring Fever".

In between reading of the two books, we will have a short activity for the kids. View the Facebook event for details.

Rotary Club of Bloomingdale-Roselle “Service Above Self” Scholarship Applications Due February 25

The Rotary Club of Bloomingdale-Roselle “Service Above Self” Scholarship specifically recognizes and rewards an applicant who successfully demonstrates a substantial commitment to service. The $1,000 “Service Above Self” scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating high school senior.

Scholarship applicants must live in Bloomingdale or Roselle and must graduate from high school during the academic year of application. Two scholarships are awarded: one to a student resident of Bloomingdale and one to a student resident of Roselle. Visit the Rotary Club website for more information.

Roselle History Museum Genealogy Class: Saturday, February 17, 1:00-3:00p.m.

Join the Roselle History Museum for a fun and informative genealogy class! Learn how to trace your family history like a pro. Three certified, professional genealogists will guide you through the exciting world of genealogical research, teaching you the best techniques to uncover your ancestors' stories. The cost of $50 covers materials and refreshments.

Visit http://tinyurl.com/RHMGenealogy to sign up! Questions may be directed to museummanager@rosellehistory.org