The Homewood Village Board held a Truth in Taxation hearing on Dec. 9, where the board approved three 2025 real estate tax ordinances with an increase of 3.4% over last year.
According to Finance Director Amy Zukowski, the levy will be used to shape the fiscal year 2026-27 budget. There are three ordinances related to the levy: one for general and special-purpose taxes, one increasing the 2025 street and bridge levy, and one authorizing Cook…


