During a time of fiscal crisis the DNR was handing out over $95 million in yearly wages.

The average annual wages for auto mechanics on state payroll in 2008 equals $55,555.

An audit of the Schaumburg Township area in Northwestern Cook County revealed only 4 of 17 local government agencies graded received a passing grade on basic online transparency guidelines.

The average annual wages for the 164 janitors on the state payroll in 2008 were $41,965.

The State Toll Highway Authority paid its 12 truck drivers average annual wages of $73K.

Problem During recent times of economic boom and rapid development, public agencies across the country faced increased demands—and revenues—for services. Today, however, as a result of the current economic climate, local governments across Illinois are experiencing significant declines in revenue sources including income taxes, sales taxes, building permit fees and interest income. With a growing...