Illinois § 5-8
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-8, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-8.
Any park district that is a party to a joint agreement to provide recreational programs for persons with disabilities under Section 8-10b of this Code may levy and collect annually a tax of not to exceed .04% of the value, as equalized or assessed by the Department of Revenue of all taxable property in the district for the purpose of funding the district's share of the expenses of providing these programs under that joint agreement, which tax shall be levied and collected in like manner as the general taxes for the district. Such tax shall be in addition to all other taxes authorized by law to be levied and collected in the district and shall not be included within any limitation of rate contained in this Code or any other law, but shall be excluded therefrom, in addition thereto and in excess thereof. However, no tax may be levied pursuant to this Section in any area in which a tax is levied under Section 11-95-14 of the Illinois Municipal Code. (Source: P.A. 99-143, eff. 7-27-15.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5-8
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-8 cover?
Section 5-8 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 5-8?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 5-8 apply to my situation?
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