The Architect of the Capitol
A quarter of a million dollars to plan the development of the Capitol.
by Mark Cavers
In 2008, the Illinois Office of the Architect of the Capitol paid its four employees $253,198.49 in combined wages. The Office of the Architect is responsible for the “development for the Capitol Complex.” The highest paid employee was the deputy director, and later acting director, who made $87,559.83. The Architect of the Capitol made $34,622.93 during four months of work prior to his departure in April of 2008.
You can find this information by going to IllinoisOpenGov.org, clicking on “Payroll” and searching for “Office of the Architect” in the “Agency” section.