Madison County Treasurer
Recent News About Madison County Treasurer
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Prenzler explains claim that Slusser lost $12 million in investments
It’s simply poor investing – risky Chinese bonds at low interest rates – missed interest and a portfolio valued $12 million below cost. -
Madison County auditor 'sets the record straight' on Slusser's investments
The Treasurer has NOT lost $12 million in County funds. That claim is 100% false. In fact, quite the opposite is true as Mr. Slusser has actually earned millions of dollars in interest on the different bonds, certificates of deposit, and investment pools that he regularly invests our reserves in. -
Republican Roger Smith to run for Madison County coroner; Former Congressman Shimkus is campaign chair
Retired Chief Deputy Coroner Roger Smith announced that he will run on the Republican ticket for Madison County Coroner in 2024, with Former Congressman John Shimkus chairing the campaign. -
Madison County GOP officials support board members seeking to amend chairman's authority; Prenzler vows to 'remain pro-taxpayer'
Republican county-wide officials have joined Madison County Board members “in strong support” of their effort to modify ordinances relating to Board oversight and Chairman Kurt Prenzler’s authority over County Board administration. -
Madison County voters pick incumbent Slusser over Hulme for Treasurer
Madison County voters elected Chris Slusser over Doug Hulme by a margin of 68-32 in the Republican primary for Treasurer. -
In the red hot battle for Madison County Treasurer, here are endorsements for candidates Slusser, Hulme
Candidates in the most contenious Madison County-wide race have laid out their endorsements to help inform Republican base voters who don't often have to decide contested local primaries. -
Elik: Why I support Chris Slusser for Madison County Treasurer
Please join me in voting for Chris Slusser on the Republican primary ballot on June 28th. I’m proud to support this true public servant, and honored to call him my friend. -
Non-settling tax buyers oppose motion to approve notice of partial settlement in bid rigging class action
Several tax buyer defendants accused of participating in a Madison County bid-rigging conspiracy from 2005 to 2008 are opposing a proposed $300,000 partial settlement agreement, arguing that the proposal asks the court to approve the notice rather than the substance of the settlement. -
Battle for seat of Madison County Treasurer will take place in GOP primary
Madison County Treasurer Chris Slusser, Republican, announced his campaign for re-election, saying he has plans to build on his track record of success. -
Tax buyers propose partial settlement of $300K in bid rigging class action
Tax buyer defendants accused of participating in a bid-rigging conspiracy with former Madison County Treasurer Fred Bathon have reached a proposed settlement agreement for $300,000 to settle claims filed by a class of property owners. -
Attorneys for deceased tax buyer argue class counsel had responsibility to request substitution of party in bid rigging suit
Attorneys for deceased tax buyer Barrett Rochman argue that he should be dismissed from a bid rigging suit because class counsel failed to ask the court to appoint a special representative for the defendant. -
Democrat Silkwood announces run for 111th District; House Republican operative takes aim at former mayor's record
Joe Silkwood announced Tuesday at the Machinists union hall that he is running for the Democratic Party’s nomination for state representative of the 111th District. -
Class counsel opposes motion to dismiss deceased tax buyer in bid rigging suit
Collinsville attorney Steven Giacoletto argues that because a special representative has not been appointed for the estate of deceased tax buyer Barrett Rochman, he should not be dismissed from a bid rigging class action alleging he participated in a conspiracy with former Madison County Treasurer Fred Bathon. -
Motion to dismiss filed for deceased tax buyer sued in bid rigging class action
A motion to dismiss was filed on behalf of a deceased defendant accused of participating in an alleged bid rigging conspiracy with former Madison County Treasurer Fred Bathon. -
Tax buyers object to 'inaccurate and confusing' class notice
Several tax buyer defendants accused of participating in an alleged bid rigging conspiracy with former Madison County Treasurer Fred Bathon object to the plaintiffs’ proposed class notice and method of distribution, arguing that "many people no longer read the newspaper" and won't see the "inaccurate and confusing" notice. -
Judge Threlkeld to run in '22 for Madison County circuit court vacancy
Madison County Circuit Judge Christopher Threlkeld of Edwardsville will run next year as a Republican candidate for the resident judgeship he currently holds by appointment. -
Slusser: Vote for Amy Elik
Illinois is at a crossroads, with our metro east region at the mercy of Springfield politicians to keep businesses open, children in school, and gather with family and friends. -
Treasurer Slusser brands defamation lawsuit 'frivolous,' plaintiff 'disgraced'
EDWARDSVILLE - Madison County Treasurer Chris Slusser is being accused of defamation in a lawsuit filed Monday by former county administrator Duog Hulme. -
Treasurer sets record straight on legislators' claims of property tax relief
I found it quite concerning that two of our local state legislators, Monica Bristow (D-Alton) and Katie Stuart (D-Edwardsville) sent out separate press releases touting the property tax relief that they helped provide, by waiving late penalties. -
Prenzler, Daiber spar over property tax reform; Prenzler: 'Daiber gets an F in property tax knowledge'
Madison County Board Chairman Kurt Prenzler and Democrat candidate Bob Daiber spar over proposed plans to lower property taxes.