PORT BYRON, Ill. – In an effort to further the conversation on issues affecting the 71st District and the State of Illinois, state Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale will be hosting a Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, June 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Colona Public Library, located at 911 1st St, in Colona.
“This year’s legislative session once again ended without a state budget, and I know residents have questions and concerns on this and many other issues facing their communities,” Smiddy said. “This town hall meeting will be an opportunity for me to give a thorough explanation of what occurred this year in Springfield, and explain how that will be affecting area residents.”
Smiddy will start the meeting by providing residents with a legislative update. He will explain Illinois’ current financial situation, and then discuss the progress of ongoing budget negotiations. Other legislative initiatives, such as pensions, property tax freezes and school funding will also be highlighted. Those who attend are encouraged to ask questions about any state or local issue that concerns them.
Who: State Rep. Mike Smiddy
What: Town Hall Meeting
When: Tuesday, June 28 at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Colona Public Library, 911 1st St, in Colona.
The event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Smiddy’s full-time constituent service office at 309-848-9098.
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