The Senior Property Tax Freeze Just Got Easier
Illinois raised the income cap on the Senior Assessment Freeze for the first time in years. With Marengo home values climbing 6.2% annually, the benefit is worth more than ever.
Saturday, May 23, 2026 · Marengo, Illinois
Illinois raised the income cap on the Senior Assessment Freeze for the first time in years. With Marengo home values climbing 6.2% annually, the benefit is worth more than ever.
The FY2027 proposal raises total defense resources to historic levels by cutting $73 billion in domestic programs. The administration promised to shield families from pain. The budget shows where the pain actually lands.
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Apr 3An interactive map built from the 2021 pavement survey. Click any road for its score.
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Mar 29A $275 million state project would put passenger trains back on tracks that already run through town. Marengo has not had rail service since 1950.
Mar 28