We Can't Afford to Let the Clock Run Out... Now is the Time to Move Rockford Forward!
The Rockford Regional Good Government PAC (Rockford PAC) Board unanimously voted to support the campaign for Home Rule because we believe that Home Rule is a critical tool by which we will improve the quality of life for all residents in our community. The Rockford PAC believes that Home Rule is needed now more than ever, because our community can no longer afford to miss out on precious opportunities due to Springfield's inaction. We are proud of Rockford's achievements thus far, and we believe Home Rule will equip our community with another tool by which we can continue to build our future.
#OurHomeOurRule
Rockford PAC has chosen the slogan #OurHomeOurRule because we believe that our community needs to take ownership of our future. When Rockford passes Home Rule, we will show the world that we believe in ourselves - and we are proud to take ownership of our future.
Why Support Home Rule?
Because a reduced tax burden on homeowners means higher overall home values and lower property taxes
Because more resources for public safety means a safer community and increased livability
Because your voice – not a dysfunctional state legislature – should decide what is best for our community
Read Rockford PAC's Full Endorsement
Rockford Regional Good Government PAC Announces Support for Home Rule Initiative
Rockford, Ill (February 1, 2018) – The Rockford Regional Good Government PAC (Rockford PAC), an organization that advocates for best practices and good ethics in local government, has thrown its support behind the Our Decisions, Our Solutions campaign. The campaign effort seeks passage of the March 20th ballot initiative to restore home rule authority to the city of Rockford.
The Board of Rockford PAC unanimously voted in support of returning local control over local matters, and reducing the need to rely on the state government to decide Rockford’s future. The group cited the ability to better enable flexibility in managing fiscal challenges, enhance economic competitiveness for the region, and improve the quality of life for our citizens.
“Restoring home rule authority will add a critical tool to our ability to enact local policies and advance projects that improve the health and prosperity of our community,” said Peter Provenzano, Rockford PAC Chairman of the Board.
Additionally, the group said that bringing home rule authority to the city of Rockford will allow local leaders to implement measures that improve public safety. For example, the city will be better able to address issues such as abandoned properties that breed crime.
As part of the endorsement, Rockford PAC contributed $5000 to the campaign effort to help get the message out to citizens about the benefits of home rule. The organization believes it is important to provide the resources necessary to educate voters on this important ballot initiative and encourages other organizations and individuals to also contribute financial support for the effort.
Rockford, Ill (February 1, 2018) – The Rockford Regional Good Government PAC (Rockford PAC), an organization that advocates for best practices and good ethics in local government, has thrown its support behind the Our Decisions, Our Solutions campaign. The campaign effort seeks passage of the March 20th ballot initiative to restore home rule authority to the city of Rockford.
The Board of Rockford PAC unanimously voted in support of returning local control over local matters, and reducing the need to rely on the state government to decide Rockford’s future. The group cited the ability to better enable flexibility in managing fiscal challenges, enhance economic competitiveness for the region, and improve the quality of life for our citizens.
“Restoring home rule authority will add a critical tool to our ability to enact local policies and advance projects that improve the health and prosperity of our community,” said Peter Provenzano, Rockford PAC Chairman of the Board.
Additionally, the group said that bringing home rule authority to the city of Rockford will allow local leaders to implement measures that improve public safety. For example, the city will be better able to address issues such as abandoned properties that breed crime.
As part of the endorsement, Rockford PAC contributed $5000 to the campaign effort to help get the message out to citizens about the benefits of home rule. The organization believes it is important to provide the resources necessary to educate voters on this important ballot initiative and encourages other organizations and individuals to also contribute financial support for the effort.