May 11th, 2011 | by Brian Costin | published in Blog, Education, Features
By JAKE GRIFFIN : “Schaumburg Twp. Elementary District 54 assistant superintendent earns $340,000” 5/11/2011
It’s the dream of every working stiff to be making more than the boss.
For Schaumburg Township Elementary District 54 Assistant Superintendent Mohsin Dada, …
July 29th, 2010 | by Brian Costin | published in Blog, Features, Transparency
An 6-month follow up audit of the Schaumburg Township area in Northwestern Cook County revealed that still only 4 of 18 local government agencies graded received a passing grade on basic online transparency guidelines.
March 30th, 2010 | by Brian Costin | published in Blog, Features, Transparency
The Illinois Policy Institute has released findings from an audit that reveal a majority of northwest suburban units of government fail to meet basic transparency standards on behalf of the taxpayers.
February 11th, 2010 | by Brian Costin | published in Blog, Features, Transparency
In less than 24 hours, School District 54 greatly expanded its transparency levels by posting its check registry, comprehensive annual financial report, budgets, and statements of affairs for the last 5 fiscal years on its financial information page.
July 8th, 2009 | by Brian Costin | published in Blog, Taxes, TIF Property Taxes
Mr. Costin said that for the sake of the people of Schaumburg and the taxpayers, he hopes that none of the Village Board members and trustees will support this project.
March 23rd, 2009 | by Brian Costin | published in Blog, Education, Public Safety
The Village Board really needs to take a hard look on where to make cuts and where to spend money. The SRO program needs to stay. Safety should remain the priority.
December 19th, 2008 | by Brian Costin | published in Blog, Education, Public Safety
When faced with an ineffective program and limited resources what should you do?