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President Preckwinkle Unveils Cook County’s 2017 Roadwork Plan

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle unveiled the list of the County’s 2017 road construction projects, offering motorists a roadmap for the upcoming season.

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Transportation

President Preckwinkle Hails Approval of Pilot Internship Program for Youth in High-Growth Industries; Will Launch This Summer

Cook County Commissioners today approved an agreement championed by President Toni Preckwinkle that will create a pilot program to provide paid internships in high-growth industries and a career pathway for young adults. 

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Community, Economic Development

President Preckwinkle, County Department of Transportation and Highways Issue First-Ever Call for Projects

New program encourages investments that support the County’s priorities

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Cook County Releases Long Range Transportation Plan

Five transportation policy priorities define agendaCook County has produced a Long Range Transportation Plan to guide the County’s transportation decisions and their impact on economic growth and quality of life over the next 25 years. 
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Transportation

Cook County Working to Bring Western Access to O’Hare International Airport

First formal agreement approved by Board of Commissioners
Cook County has officially joined to drive to bring much-needed western access to O’Hare International Airport.
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Building and Construction