PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO 693 SAINT CHARLES IL
Critical Natural Area Enhancements
How Much Would This Cost?
With referendum approval, funds would help protect open space and preserve and restore woodlands, wetlands and prairies. Restoration projects would move forward like historic woodland protection at Elburn Forest Preserve, Prairie restoration at Sauer Family Prairie Kame Forest Preserve, and protection of Fox River Fen, a community flush with biodiversity.
Because of savings from sound financial management, bond payoffs and refinancing, the Forest Preserve District has an opportunity to add acreage, make preserve improvements, and still provide a tax decrease to Kane County residents, starting in 2025.
In today’s digital age, it is more important than ever to provide forest preserves and outdoor recreation — programs and places where children can play and be physically active. Forest Preserves play a vital role in promoting the physical and mental health of our community. Forest Preserves improve everyone’s quality of life through: n n
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More public access to preserves Additional trails for walking, jogging and hiking, where you can get outside and immerse yourself in nature Increased nature programs for all ages, especially children Added outdoor recreation facilities for everyone to enjoy More forest preserves near you, so you can enjoy the physical and mental health benefits of nature Cleaner air to breathe Cleaner water to drink
Land Acquisition & Preserve Improvement Referendum
Referendum impact:
November 5, 2024 — General Election
The cost of the referendum is roughly $10 per $100,000 of home market value. Most homeowners would pay about $3 per month. Even if the referendum were to pass, taxpayers would still see a reduction in overall taxes from the Forest Preserve District by 2027.
Preserving Nature. Enriching Lives.
Example for a $300,000 home: $30/year referendum cost - $54.98 in cumulative debt reduction (2025-2027) $24.98 net tax decrease in 2027
Projected Annual Cost Per Household $250,000 Home
$300,000 Home
$350,000 Home
Monthly
Annually
Monthly
Annually
Monthly
Annually
Referendum Cost $10 per $100,000 of Home Market Value
$2.08
$25.00
$2.50
$30.00
$2.92
$35.00
Cumulative Debt Reduction 2025-2027 Tax Bills
($3.82)
($45.81)
($4.58)
($54.98)
($5.35)
($64.15)
Projected Net Tax Decrease 2027 Tax Bill
($1.73)
($20.81)
($2.08)
($24.98)
($2.43)
($29.15)
How Much Does the Forest Preserve KANE COUNTY PROPERTY TAX District Receive from Property Taxes? DISTRIBUTION (CURRENT) Cities 10.1% Park Districts 3.9% County 3.7% Schools 68.4%
Fire Districts 3.6% Libraries 3.5% TIF/Other 2.9% Townships 2.5%
Forest Preserves 1.5%
Forest Preserves 1.5%
The Forest Preserve District will continue to be fully transparent. There will be full public disclosure of how the funds are spent.
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF KANE COUNTY 1996 SOUTH KIRK ROAD, SUITE 320 GENEVA, IL 60134
What Are the Benefits to You?
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF KANE COUNTY