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These changes will result in cost savings for the county and a step forward toward reaching the County’s goal of 100% carbon neutrality by 2030

“I am delighted to see the County’s significant and continued commitment to supporting the resiliency of small businesses, particularly those owned by historically excluded populations,“ said Cook County Commissioner Alma Anaya.

The bill targets commercial and industrial properties that have shown a clear pattern of economic stagnation or decline of real estate taxes as a result of depressed conditions. #southlandreactivationact

"Public safety and discussions about the SAFE-T Act are absolutely critical, and deserve calm rational discussion. That is not what the left wants. We will not be resuming the press conference today, but we will most certainly be continuing this discussion." #safetact

Under Democrat reign — crime has increased by 40-percent in one year while car jackings have skyrocketed 600-percent. #GOP

“The Cook County Wheel Tax is regressive and unnecessary. And it disproportionately impacts the Black and Brown residents of Cook County who can least afford to pay it,” said President Preckwinkle. #PresidentPreckwinkle

"Anytime we have an opportunity to cut or eliminate taxes it's always the right thing to do for Cook County taxpayers. The Wheel Tax provided plenty of consternation for residents of unincorporated Cook County. Relieving them of the administrative and financial stress is a win for suburban residents," stated Commissioner Sean Morrison #SeanMorrison

Judge Cohen was appointed to fill the At-Large vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable Raymond W. Mitchell to the First District Appellate Court.

“Cook County and the City of Chicago are my home. I am running for Cook County Board President because I am tired of Chicago Political Machine politicians destroying our communities with dangerous, failed policies, reckless spending, over taxation, and flat-out incompetence." #BobFioretti

The Bridge Fund Program was launched at the beginning of August to offer local taxing jurisdictions a lower-cost borrowing option for local taxing bodies. Qualifying taxing bodies such as municipalities, park districts, schools, etc. have been able to apply for a short-term loan with the County.