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Cook County Honored with Record 54 National Association of Counties Achievement Awards

The National Association of Counties (NACo) has honored Cook County with 54 achievement awards recognizing innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.
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Community

Cook County Invites Public Participation in Environmental Justice Policy Planning Process

Cook County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability (DES) invites residents to participate in its 2024 environmental justice survey, which will aid in the creation of a countywide environmental justice policy.
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Environmental

Cook County Announces $20 Million Stormwater Management Project Implementation Program to Help Protect Communities from Flooding

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced $20 million in funding for the Stormwater Management Project Implementation Program at a press conference this afternoon.
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Transportation

Cook County Returns to Timely Property Tax Schedule

Second Installment Bills Due August 1, 2024, for First Time Since COVID-19 Pandemic
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Taxes

Cook County Announces $790,000 in Relief Grants to Suburban Nonprofit Arts Organizations

Cook County Government announced today that $790,000 in grants have been awarded to 100 nonprofit arts and culture organizations in suburban communities through the Cook County Arts Nonprofit Relief Grants program. 
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Economic Development