Mayor Brandon Johnson blocks Bears property tax break for Arlington Heights stadium
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Updated · Chicago Sun-Times · May 5
Mayor Brandon Johnson blocks Bears property tax break for Arlington Heights stadium
7 articles · Updated · Chicago Sun-Times · May 5
He said Chicago lawmakers should not back a subsidy for a team valued at nearly $9bn while schools and working families need support.
Johnson vowed to use his influence against the Illinois Senate megaprojects bill, after it passed the House on 22 April, though Representative Kam Buckner said it also aids Chicago development.
Despite Chicago dropping out of the current stadium talks, Johnson said he still wants to keep the Bears in the city and is considering alternative sites while Soldier Field renovation plans continue.
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