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SB 3660

SHEFFIELD WASTE FUND

104th Regular Session Introduced by Christopher Belt and 1 co-sponsor

SB 3660 establishes a dedicated waste management fund for Sheffield, Illinois to finance local sanitation infrastructure and operations through a structured revenue collection mechanism.

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Bill Summary · SB 3660

Legislative bill overview

SB 3660 establishes a dedicated waste fund for Sheffield, Illinois, to finance local waste management infrastructure and operations. The bill creates a mechanism for the municipality to collect and allocate resources specifically for waste-related services and improvements within the Sheffield district.

Why is this important

Dedicated waste funds allow municipalities to plan and maintain waste collection, disposal, and environmental remediation without competing for general revenue. This can improve service reliability, fund infrastructure upgrades, and address accumulated waste management challenges in the local community.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism unclear: The bill's current status shows limited details on how the fund will be financed (local taxes, user fees, state allocation, or other sources), which affects taxpayer or ratepayer burden
  • Local vs. regional approach: Communities may debate whether Sheffield's standalone fund duplicates regional waste management efforts or creates inefficient fragmentation
  • Accountability and oversight: Questions may arise about how fund revenues are budgeted, monitored, and whether residents have transparent access to spending decisions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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