Sen. Johnson: Hearing from our community helps me to represent our interests in Springfield

WAUKEGAN – To offer residents the opportunity to voice their opinions and work with her office to find solutions, State Senator Adriane Johnson is hosting a listening session at B.A.M. 4 the Mind in Waukegan.

“With the upcoming legislative session in November, it’s important for me to hear from our neighbors to know how I can best represent their interests in Springfield,” said Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove). “I’m calling on the members of our diverse community to join my office at this listening session to bring their concerns directly to us.”

The event will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27 at B.A.M. 4 the Mind, located at 801 S. McAlister Ave. in Waukegan.

Questions should be directed to Sen. Johnson’s office by calling 847-672-6201.

Sen. Johnson: Financial relief is on the way

BUFFALO GROVE – Illinois taxpayers can expect to see up to $600 in tax rebates in the coming weeks thanks to the Illinois Family Relief Plan, State Senator Adriane Johnson announced.

“Many Illinoisans have felt the aftermath of the pandemic in a plethora of ways, from providing for families, managing businesses, homes, and overall the general cost of living,” said Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove). I am happy to know the Illinois Family Relief Plan will help many get the financial help they need.”

Illinois Senate Bill 157, will provide millions of Illinois taxpayers with financial relief – including direct tax rebates.

Under the law, people who filed 2021 Illinois taxes are eligible to receive up to $700. Individual filers who make less than $200,000 will receive a $50 income tax rebate, and couples who make less than $400,000 will receive $100. Filers are also eligible for $100 per independent, with a maximum of three. 

Additionally, people who paid property taxes in 2021 on their primary residence in 2020 – and make less than $250,000 individually or $500,000 jointing – are eligible for up to $300. The rebate will be equal to the property tax a resident was qualified to claim on their 2021 taxes.

People who filed taxes will automatically receive their rebate – otherwise they have until Oct. 17 to do so. 

“As a state senator, I take pleasure in meeting the needs and concerns of those in my community,” said Johnson. “Receiving these tax rebates will further assist families in need and ensure that they have the support they need.”

For more information on how the funds will be dispersed or to see qualification criteria, visit tax.illinois.gov/rebates.

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Sen. Johnson: Removing buckthorn can beautify communities, restore health to local ecosystems

WAUKEGAN – Earlier this year, State Senator Adriane Johnson passed a law to allow local municipalities to adopt an ordinance to remove buckthorn, an invasive plant, from public and private spaces. To raise awareness, she is hosting a seminar at the Half Day Forest Preserve in Vernon Hills and inviting area residents to attend.

“Because it takes over large areas and harms habitats, invasive buckthorn can be detrimental to the health and future of our woodlands, parks and other recreational spaces,” said Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove). “Thanks to advocacy from a constituent, units of local government in Illinois can adopt an ordinance to remove buckthorn from public and private property.”

To learn about the new law and raise public awareness, State Senator Adriane Johnson is partnering with the Lake County Forest Preserves to host a seminar from 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, Oct. 1 at Half Day Forest Preserve, 24255 IL-21 in Vernon Hills.

Questions about the event should be directed to Sen. Johnson’s office at 847-672-6201.

Sen. Johnson to host listening session at Mano A Mano in North Chicago

WAUKEGAN – To offer residents the opportunity to voice their opinions and work with her office to find solutions, State Senator Adriane Johnson is hosting a listening session at Mano A Mano in North Chicago.

“There’s a lot going on in our communities, and it’s important for me to hear from our neighbors to know how I can best represent their interests in Springfield,” said Johnson. “Our diverse, robust community is full of bright and intelligent people, and I’d love to hear from you all at the upcoming listening session.”

The event will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at Mano A Mano, located at 1801 Sheridan Rd., Suite 101 in North Chicago.

Questions should be directed to Sen. Johnson’s office by calling 847-672-6201. In addition, another listening session event is planned for Oct. 27 at BAM for the Mind in Waukegan. More details to follow.