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7th Ward alderman to cut costs, increase engagement

7th Ward alderman to cut costs, increase engagement

By Leah Nicolini | November 30, 2015

Recently appointed 7th Ward Alderman Anthony Faivre said he plans to look at ways DeKalb can cut costs and engage its constituents.On Dec. 14, Faivre will be inducted and serve as alderman until a special election in 2017, at which point Faivre said he...

Property values to see decreases

By Kate Chopelas | December 1, 2013

Property owners will see a decrease in their property value with the next fiscal year.An increased 11 percent tax levy, or imposed property tax, has been set for the 2014 fiscal year. With this development and a changing market, the city will be accessing...