A couple of days ago I lamented on what I see as a 'pay to play' relationship between the UNO charter school organization, surrounding the donation of money to the Madigan campaign, and the awarding of a 2009 grant by the State of Illinois to UNO.
The Chicago Sun-Times has also revealed that UNO would like to build two new schools in Bedford Park. Problem is, Bedford Park is not currently within the city limits of Chicago. UNO has already approached Bedford Park officials concerning annexing property - property that would house the schools - into Chicago's 13th Ward.
Granted, there seems to be no illegality here. However, just why UNO would want the Bedford Park property annexed to the city raises many questions. Why build here when there are plenty of vacant lots and public schools in the city? Doesn't it seem curious that this part of Bedford Park lies within IL House Speaker Madigan's district? Are there any potential deals between UNO, Bedford Park, the city, UNO contractors, and any politicians? If so, what do they encompass.
The reason these and other questions need to be raised is because the UNO Charter organization uses public funds to build schools. That being the case, Illinois residents deserve some answers.
Dick
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