We are proud to share the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development's 2023 Impact Report, "Elevating Growth and Community Transformation." From April 2022 to June 2024, the Bureau’s programs served over 305,000 residents and over 23,000 businesses. The Bureau partners with an array of community, business, social service, economic development, planning and other nonprofit organizations, big and small, to deliver these programs. We are so thankful for these partnerships! View the report here to read more! https://lnkd.in/dNu5nHpp
Cook County Government
Government Administration
Chicago, IL 32,819 followers
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
- Website
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http://cookcountyil.gov
External link for Cook County Government
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1831
Locations
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Primary
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
Updates
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The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control is hosting four Partners in Prevention free and low-cost rabies vaccine and microchip clinics this Saturday, September 7! Clinics run through mid-October. Check out all the clinic locations and details here: https://lnkd.in/gUuCbhax
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The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control is hosting one Partners in Prevention free rabies vaccine and microchip clinic this Saturday, August 31! Clinics run through mid-October. Check out all the clinic locations and details here: https://lnkd.in/gUuCbhax
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Thank you to everyone who joined us at our first ARPA Community Voices event! Your input is invaluable as we work together to shape the future of Cook County. Let’s keep the momentum going—three more events are coming up. Make your voice heard and register today! #CookCountyVoices #arpa #CommunityEngagement Three additional regional meetings are scheduled: Kennedy King College (South), 6301 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621 – September 4, 2024, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://lnkd.in/gqEnk3Jd South Suburban College (Far South), 15800 State St., South Holland, IL 60473 – September 5, 2024, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://lnkd.in/gSd3py44 Harper College (Far Northwest), 1200 W. Algonquin Rd., Palatine, IL 60067 – September 11, 2024, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://lnkd.in/gxy7cFDD
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Thank you to our partners including FEMA Region 5 for participating in the Cook County Emergency Operations Center activation during the Democratic National Convention. Cook County was proud to support the City of Chicago and our federal colleagues in the planning and preparation of this event. Thomas S. FEMA Region 5 Theodore Berger
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Get pumped for an exciting event on August 28 at 10:30 AM as the Government Alliance for Safe Communities (GASC) celebrates its 3rd anniversary with a dynamic webinar! This special listening session is your chance to dive into the game-changing topics of Capacity Building, Grant Funding, and Performance Metrics. It’s going to be an energizing experience filled with valuable insights and connections—don’t miss out!🚀
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The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control is hosting one Partners in Prevention free and low-cost rabies vaccine and microchip clinic this Saturday, August 24! Clinics run through mid-October. Check out all the clinic locations and details here: https://lnkd.in/gUuCbhax
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🚨The Affordable Connectivity Program has Ended, affecting over 350,000 Cook County residents!🚨 Here’s what you can do: 1. Review our Cook County Digital Equity Plan and Map. 📝 2. Visit the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) for resources on free and low-cost internet plans. 3. Join our County Officials in urging Congress to reauthorize and fund the ACP. 👨⚖️ #digitalequity #cookcountydigitalequity #techpolicy #ACPParaMi #digitaldivide #FCC