Tax proposal on ballot in Thornton Township sparking controversy

COOK COUNTY, Ill. - A tax proposal is sparking controversy in Thornton Township. 

The referendum asks taxpayers whether they support a 0.15% property tax increase that would go toward mental health services. 

If approved, the referendum would raise nearly $3 million in new taxes. 

However, a group of suburban mayors are against it, claiming that Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard has not explained exactly how the money will be spent.