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Elected and Administrative Officials
Elected Officials
Administrative Officials

Meeting Information

2023 Calendar of Regularly Scheduled Meetings

City Calendar

2024 Calendar of Regularly Scheduled Meetings
Meeting Agendas, Minutes & Board Packets

Public Records

FOIA Submission and FOIA Officer Contact Information

Budgets
FY 2025 Budget - Proposed
FY 2024B Budget
FY 2023-2024 Budget
FY 2022-2023 Budget
FY 2021-2022 Budget
FY 2020-2021 Budget
FY 2019-2020 Budget
FY 2018-2019 Budget
FY 2017-2018 Budget
FY 2016-2017 Budget
FY 2015-2016 Budget
FY 2014-2015 Budget
FY 2013-2014 Budget
FY 2012-2013 Budget
FY 2011-2012 Budget
FY 2010-2011 Budget
FY 2009-2010 Budget
FY 2008-2009 Budget

Expenditures
2020 Treasurer's Report
2019 Treasurer's Report
2018 Treasurer's Report
2017 Treasurer's Report
2016 Treasurer's Report
2015 Treasurer's Report
2014 Treasurer's Report
2013 Treasurer's Report
2012 Treasurer's Report
2011 Treasurer's Report
2010 Treasurer's Report
2009 Treasurer's Report
2008 Treasurer's Report

Truth in Taxation
2020 Truth in Taxation Notice
2017 Truth in Taxation Notice
2016 Truth in Taxation Notice

Salary and Benefits
Public Act 097-0609 Compliance
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Information

Contracts (Labor Union Contracts)
Crystal Lake Professional Firefighters Association Local #3926 (Fire Rescue Department)
Metropolitan Alliance of Police, Crystal Lake Police Chapter #177 (Police Department)
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 (Public Works Department)

Bids and RFPs
The City of Crystal Lake processes its procurement transactions through the QuestCDN electronic procurement system. QuestCDN provides vendors with access to important procurement information. For more information on Bids and RFPs, including current business opportunities with the City of Crystal Lake, please click here.

Lobbying
The City of Crystal Lake are members of the following organizations that provide lobbying services on the City's behalf:

McHenry County Council of Governments - The McHenry County Council of Governments is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created in 1976 to foster intergovernmental cooperation among municipalities and other local governments in McHenry County and to address issues of mutual concern. The McHenry County Council of Governments is recognized as one of several regional councils of government and is a member of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus.

Illinois Municipal League - The Illinois Municipal League was founded in 1914 and has worked continuously for the benefit of municipalities. The governing board is comprised of Mayors and Village Presidents.

Taxes and Fees
Sales Tax - Sales tax on general merchandise in the City of Crystal Lake is 7.0%. Of 7.0%, 1% is returned each month to the City with the remainder being distributed to the State, the RTA, and the County. Home Rule Sales Tax - A 0.75% Home Rule Sales Tax was implemented under Illinois Home Rule Authority as of July 1, 2008. A Home Rule Sales Tax on general merchandise allows core services of the City to be maintained, as well as add programs outlined in the City's Strategic Plan. The effective sales tax rate is thus 7.75%.

Property Taxes - Property taxes include amounts levied against all real estate in the City. The City has no Corporate Property Tax. Real property taxes are payable semi-annually. The first payment is due in June, the remainder is payable in September each year. The County Treasurer collects property taxes on behalf of all taxing districts in the County including the City of Crystal Lake. The County Treasurer periodically remits to the City its portion of the taxes collected.

User Fees - User-fees for water and sewer are calculated on the number of gallons of water consumed as determined by a water meter. Meters are read every month. Fees for water and sewer are combined in a monthly bill sent to residents and businesses. For more information on water and sewer billing, including current rates, please click here.

Hotel/Motel Tax - The City of Crystal Lake Hotel/Motel Tax was established to improve the quality of life for its residents, corporate citizens and visitors. Crystal Lake generates a 7.0% tax on overnight stays. All of these funds are invested back into the community through designated projects and events that will enhance visitor appeal and encourage overnight stays.

Utility Tax - A tax is imposed upon the use of natural gas and electricity within the City as allowed by State statute. Taxes are charged to consumers by the utility providing the services and later remitted to the City. The Utility Tax went in to effect on September 1, 2019 and consumers will see increased taxes on their individual utility bills as of the first monthly billing possible as implemented by each utility company. Electric taxes are collected by ComEd per State statute which requires that this tax be charged on consumption. Consumption is taxed in ranges of kilowatts per hour where tax declines as usage increases. Natural gas tax is collected by Nicor for both in and out of state purchases and is charged at the rate of five cents ($.05) per therm. All revenue collected by the Utility Tax is used exclusively to pay for capital improvements in the City. More information on the Crystal Lake Utility Tax (electricity and natural gas).

Permits - Most projects, from new commercial buildings to small residential improvements, require a building permit. The permit process ensures projects are constructed safely. Plan reviews and field inspections allow the Building Division to verify that each project meets the minimum requirements of the adopted building codes and City Ordinances. For more information on permits, please click here.

Schedule of Fees
Schedule of Fines

Water Quality Reports
2022 Water Quality Report
2019 Water Quality Report
2018 Water Quality Report
2017 Water Quality Report
2016 Water Quality Report
2015 Water Quality Report
2014 Water Quality Report
2013 Water Quality Report
2012 Water Quality Report
2011 Water Quality Report
2010 Water Quality Report
2009 Water Quality Report
2008 Water Quality Report
2007 Water Quality Report
2006 Water Quality Report

Crystal Lake Annual Facility Inspection Reports
MS4 Annual Report 2009/2010
MS4 Annual Report 2010/2011
MS4 Annual Report 2011/2012
MS4 Annual Report 2012/2013
MS4 Annual Report 2013/2014
MS4 Annual Report 2014/2015
MS4 Annual Report 2015/2016
MS4 Annual Report 2016/2017
MS4 Annual Report 2017/2018

Notices of Intent
2009 Notice of Intent
2013 Notice of Intent
2014 Notice of Intent
2016 Notice of Intent
2017 Notice of Intent

Vendor Reporting
Public Act 102-0265 Compliance

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