Elk Grove Township
What if… our township had its own
Mental Health Board?
Townships all around us are creating 708 Community Mental Health Boards. Why don't we consider it!
What is a 708 Community Mental Health Board?
A 708 Board, also known as a Community Mental Health Board, provides essential mental health, intellectual, developmental, and substance use disorder support services. It is funded locally and managed by experienced community members.
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All Volunteer Board
7-9 experienced, volunteer members are appointed by the Township Supervisor with Trustee approval.
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Fund Allocation
The board evaluates community needs and allocates targeted funds to local service agencies via a grant process.
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Funds Stay Local
All funds stay in our community supporting local service providers.
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Learn About the Illinois Law
708 Boards established under Illinois law provide community-based mental health services.
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Questions & Answers
Find answers to common questions and misperceptions about Community Mental Health Boards.
How are the services funded?
$67
per year
That's less than $6/month for a $400K home to support vital mental health services in your community.
Tax Levy Amounts
Small Property Tax
Affordable for everyone
Funds Stay Local
For those that like to do the math
Tax Levy
The tax levy is based on your assessed home value.
This breaks down to about 33% of the fair market value of your home.
The State allows
The state allows for up to .15%
(that’s 15% of 1%)
of the assessed value of your home.
Referendum amount even less
The referendum amount allows this initiative to levy up to .05%
(that’s 5% of 1%)
of the assessed value of your home.
In most cases
Typically, the percentage that ends up being taxed is even less than that, and is around .025%
(that’s 2.5% of 1%).
Sign and Vote
By signing our petition and voting YES in November 2026,
Huge Impact
You are giving a small amount to ensure the huge impacts that a 708 Community Mental Health Board can provide.
Why support it?
Examples of funded services
Senior mental health services
Police-referred social work services
Youth drop-in centers & mental health programs
Addiction recovery and prevention programs
Support for developmental disability services
Day programs and respite care
Identify and fill service gaps
Fund local organizations
Fund local organizations
Our Path to a 708 Community Mental Health Board
Three steps to enhance mental health resources for our community
Spread the word
and vote YES in
November 2026!
How YOU can help MAKE it happen
Every action counts! Join us in enhancing vital mental health resources to Elk Grove Township.
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Join our volunteer team
Help us with events, outreach, and more
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Make a donation
Fund our campaign efforts
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Help gather signatures
Get this on the November 2026 ballot
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Spread the word
Share the benefits of a 708 Board on social media
News about this initiative in Elk Grove Township
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Know the Facts
This measure would provide funding for critically needed mental health services in our Township. Accurate information is essential. Here are the facts.
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“708 Board” refers to House Bill 708, the 1963 Illinois legislation that first authorized local mental health taxing authorities. Although the law is now known as the Community Mental Health Act (405 ILCS 20), the term “708 Board” remains widely used across Illinois.
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No. Illinois law allows a maximum levy of 0.15% for mental health services. This measure proposes a levy of just 0.05%, and in practice, the typically taxed rate is expected to be roughly half of that amount. This levy is based on your home’s assessed value, which is approximately 33% of a home’s fair market value.
The cost for homeowners would be modest, while the benefit to the community - expanded access to mental health services - would be substantial and visible.
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No. While some services currently exist, they are not sufficient to meet the needs of our community.
This mental health board would coordinate, strengthen, and expand services in our Township. By increasing access to care and providing early intervention, it can reduce the need for crisis responses - such as police involvement in mental health emergencies - ultimately lowering costs elsewhere in the system.
Administering social services is a core township responsibility, and this measure helps our Township better care for its most vulnerable residents while using taxpayer dollars wisely.
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Not at all. This measure has broad, bipartisan support throughout our Township. Community members recognize the growing need for mental health, substance use, and developmental and intellectual disability support services.
Residents of all ages - from youth to seniors - are currently underserved. This measure reflects a shared commitment to compassionate care, fiscal responsibility, transparency, and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars.
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No. All 708 Community Mental Health Board members serve as volunteers and are not compensated. If approved, the board would consist of 7-9 experienced community members appointed by the Township Supervisor with approval from the Township Trustees.
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Elk Grove Township
Zip codes in our township
60005, 60007, 60008, 60016, 60018, 60056, 60067, 60173
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