Flagg-Rochelle Park District Considers 2026 Tax Levy, Maintains Low Rates

ROCHELLE — The Flagg-Rochelle Community Park District Board reviewed its 2026 tax levy Monday night, with proposed rates ranging from 45 to 55 cents per $100 of assessed value, down from last year’s 63 cents. The levy could fund $500,000 in capital improvements while keeping rates below levels seen since 2008. Board members discussed prior levies, projected property value increases, and will consider final approval at their December meeting. The board also approved a 2025 tax abatement to cover $8 million in park bonds issued in 2019, continuing the practice of using alternate revenue to avoid raising property taxes for debt payments. Long-term capital planning and potential refinancing options with Raymond James were also discussed.