Thanks very much to the 435 of you who answered the survey that was included in a mailing sent to you. Below are the results of the survey, with the percentage of respondents answering indicated in parentheses after each option. Comments and suggestions individuals shared follow. I read these results with tremendous interest and find them helpful in shaping my views. I appreciate the time you took to share your views.
The temporary income tax increase (from 3% to 5%) is scheduled to start phasing out in January 2015. Should the state replace this revenue, and if so, how?
Which approach to Illinois Senate and House redistricting do you support?
Which sustainable environmental policy should Illinois prioritize?
How can Illinois better prevent crime?
How can Illinois better encourage business development and business?
Below is a compilation of the comments and suggestions I received. I also indicate how many people shared similar thoughts.
I welcome you to join me tomorrow, Wednesday January 15th, at an informational forum on the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act, Illinois’ new marriage equality law. The forum will take place at 7:00 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the Loyola Park Field House (1230 Greenleaf, 2nd floor).
The forum will be an opportunity to learn about the passage of the Marriage Equality Law while in the company of several local elected officials who strongly supported its passage including Cook County Clerk David Orr, State Representative Kelly Cassidy, Alderman Joe Moore and Ed Yohnka of the ACLU.
Please join us to learn how this law will affect you and/or loved ones and celebrate this accomplishment while discussing the work that lies ahead to make our state, city and neighborhoods welcoming for all.