28 Chicago alders say Mayor Johnson's 2027 budget lacks votes to pass

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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed budget faces opposition from 28 City Council members, who say it needs major changes to win approval. Chicago budget vote opposition The Budget Accountability Coalition outlined its concerns in a letter to Johnson on Tuesday. The members said the proposal does not have the 26 votes needed for passage. The alders oppose a proposed $25 monthly charge for each employee at companies with more than 125 workers. They also reject a plan to raise the personal property lease transaction tax from 15% to 20%, a 33% increase. The letter says the budget includes…

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