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As the largest county in the state and the second largest in the nation, Cook County is a hub for residents and business
About us
Welcome to Cook County, IL, the second-most populous county in America with more than 5 million residents. We have long been a global beacon of opportunity and progress, driving ways to grow with our diverse residents, businesses, organizations, and universities. Led by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, we take pride in running an open, honest, and efficient government that provides high-quality services to our dynamic center for culture, industry, and travel. HOW WE WORK FOR COOK COUNTY Our mission is driven by the Policy Roadmap, a five-year comprehensive policy which aims to foster safe, thriving, and healthy communities through six policy priorities: • Promoting healthy families through access to community-based healthcare and other public health services; • Promoting equitable economic and community development; • Supporting the criminal justice system and the administration of court services; • Ensuring that Cook County provides responsive, transparent services and develops a thriving workforce that reflects the communities served; • Providing an innovative infrastructure that will change how we live, work and connect; and • Supporting healthy, resilient communities that thrive economically, socially, and environmentally. OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES: • Fiscal Responsibility • Innovative Leadership • Transparency & Accountability • Improved Services
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http://cookcountyil.gov
External link for Cook County Government
- Industry
- Government Administration
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- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
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- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1831
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118 N Clark St
5th Floor
Chicago, IL 60602, US
Employees at Cook County Government
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April Starr
Human Centered Design for Government Services
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Andrea Raila
Senior Tax Analyst at Raila & Associates, Privately Held Law Firm Concentration Real Estate Industry
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Lindsay Hollander
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🌍 Ruth García 🌎
Certified Spanish Interpreter - 24/7/365 - 🗣🗣🗣 Available on Zoom, In-Person and any other Platform/Device
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We're thrilled to announced that two programs led by the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development - the Small Business Source and Manufacturing Reinvented - have been named finalists for the 2024 Chicago Innovation Awards. United Way of Metro Chicago has also been been named a finalist for 211 Metro Chicago, which the county also helps run. Through Oct. 18, voting is open for the People's Choice Award, and you may vote for multiple finalists! Visit this site to cast your votes now! https://lnkd.in/gcbrkWU
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"Nature is healing" was the theme of Sunday's Nurtured by Nature event. Thanks to Commissioner Morita and Senator Fine for promoting green spaces to boost well-being. Attendees enjoyed forest bathing, yoga, and Tai Chi while learning about mental wellness resources. Discover the benefits of nature: https://lnkd.in/gfd2vw6i
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There’s never a shortage of opportunities for you to #MakeYourMark at Cook County. Meet Rubina, one of the Department of Building and Zoning’s finest. We love hearing how she makes Cook County an even better place to be. Do you want a career where true change happens? Learn more about our open positions: cookcountyil.gov/jobs
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Looking for innovative work with good wages and long-term growth? With an average salary of $90K in Cook County, manufacturing careers help our community thrive. Explore opportunities to grow this #MFGDay24. Learn more about how Cook County is supporting manufacturing by visiting https://lnkd.in/g_AkqjYB... #CreatorsWanted
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The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control is hosting four Partners in Prevention free rabies vaccine and microchip clinics this Saturday, October 5! Clinics run through the end of this month. Check out all clinic locations and details here: https://lnkd.in/gUuCbhax
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Today, President Preckwinkle joined local leaders to celebrate the opening of the new Evanston Animal Shelter. This state-of-the-art facility will serve pets and families across Cook County, offering hope and new beginnings. Proud to support this through our ‘Housing Cook County’s Animals’ grant program! #CookCounty #Evanston #AnimalShelter
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Today, we introduced the Medical Examiner Case Archive Dashboard, offering access to key data on opioid, gun, and temperature-related deaths. Users can filter data by municipality and sort deaths using existing case archive maps. It’s a step toward addressing the disparities impacting our communities. To use the dashboard, visit https://lnkd.in/gFg6T2Sz
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This weekend, President Preckwinkle joined Commissioners Donna Miller, Frank Aguilar, Clerk Iris Martinez, and community members at the Annual Veterans Resource Fair at Brookfield Zoo. Hosted by the Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs, the event connected veterans with service organizations and honored our Gold Star mothers and families. Thank you to all who joined us in recognizing those who have served and sacrificed. #CookCounty #Veterans #GoldStarMothers #Community
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