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Grateful Mondays

1 year 2 months ago

Start the week on the right note! On Monday nights, Schlafly Tap Room in downtown St. Louis hosts acoustic Dead jams featuring Nick Elwood and Tracy Gladden of The Stone […]

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Rachel Huffman

Haine Announces Largest Tax Agreement In County's History After Negotiations With Refinery, Taxing Districts

1 year 2 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE - After negotiations, a historic tax agreement has been reached governing a Wood River refinery, a key component of our local economy and one of the largest refineries in the country. This settlement, which has been agreed to by all parties, will bring financial predictability to the refinery as well as multiple taxing bodies — such as schools, fire departments and road districts — while avoiding litigation expenses. Under the agreement, the WRB Refinery’s assessed property valuation will increase from $447.9 million in 2023 to $461.5 million in 2027. “It is a testament to the good faith of all those involved that we were able to secure the largest tax agreement in our county’s history through negotiation rather than continued expensive litigation,” Haine said. “I’m hopeful that the respectful and cooperative process that produced this agreement will further cement Madison County’s reputation as a place which recognizes

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