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Madison County: Government transfers accounted for 21.6% of income in 2022, up from 7.7% in 1970
In 2022, government transfers made up 21.6% of income in Madison County, a 13.9% surge from 7.7% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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In 2022, Madison County ranks 37th among Illinois counties with 21.6% transfer dependency
In 2022, government transfers made up 21.6% of income in Madison County—ranking it 37th least dependent among Illinois counties.
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FOIA request sent to Madison County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025
FOIA Request to Madison County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.
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2022: Correlation between aging and increasing government transfer dependency in Madison County?
Since 1970, Madison County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 9.1%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 0.7%.
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In 2022, Madison County ranks 62nd among Illinois counties for government transfer income per capita at $12,071
In 2022, residents of Madison County received an average of $12,071 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 41st lowest in Illinois.
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Madison County Finance & Government Operations Committee met Dec. 18
Madison County Finance & Government Operations Committee met Wednesday, Dec. 18
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Madison County City Council met Dec. 18
Madison County City Council met Wednesday, Dec. 18
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Supreme Court disqualified entire 3rd Circuit – Moves whistleblower trial to Sangamon County
The Illinois Supreme Court ordered the civil trial of Robert Dorman and Douglas Hulme v. Madison County et al, to be heard in the Seventh Judicial Circuit, which includes Sangamon County.
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Slusser wins primary for Madison County treasurer: 'Dominating win last night, and I give God all the glory'
Incumbent Chris Slusser defeated Doug Hulme in the GOP primary for Madison County treasurer.
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Madison County state’s attorney vows appeal of judicial subcircuits law
Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine says his office will consider all “appeal options” after a Sangamon County Circuit judge earlier this week dismissed his lawsuit against what he views as a hastily approved measure by the Democratic-controlled General Assembly that creates judicial subcircuits in politically targeted counties including Madison.
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Chairman Kurt Prenzler presents redistricting map of Madison County Board
Chairman Kurt Prenzler presented his proposed redistricting map on Tuesday, which reduces the size of the Madison County Board.
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Census Bureau reports Madison County population was 264,776 in 2019
Madison County had a population of 264,776 people in 2019, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Metro East Sun.
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Census Bureau reports Madison County population was 264,403 in 2020
Madison County had a population of 264,403 people in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Metro East Sun.
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Former GOP House candidate: Madison County is 'resisting' Pritzker's shutdown orders
A former Republican Illinois House candidate says instead of shuttering businesses due to COVID-19 Gov. J.B. Pritzker should allow entrepreneurs to make their own decisions.
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MADISON COUNTY: Mourning Loss Of County Board Member
Madison County officials are mourning the loss of Board member who died early Friday.
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Quiet facilities create opportunity for repairs across Madison County
The Madison County Facilities Management Committee is taking advantage of the low foot traffic during the COVID-19 pandemic to tackle some county projects.
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Madison County property owners receive break on late tax payments
Madison County gave property owners a two-month grace period for their first property tax payment to help people struggling with finances because of COVID-19.
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Community leaders form 'Opening Up Madison County Again' committee
Officials have formed an "Opening Up Madison County Again" committee to guide area businesses' recovery from the COVID-19 economic shutdown.
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State House candidate Elik backs Madison County board's plan to reopen
After the Madison County Board of Directors voted May 13 to reopen the county and get residents back to work, candidates for office are speaking out, including Amy Elik, a Republican running to represent the 111th District.
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MADISON COUNTY: Madison County Is Mapping Out A Way For The Public To Support Local Businesses
Madison County has mapped out a plan in support of local businesses whose operations have changed during this time.