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  Watch Our “Justice Through Efficiency” Panel Discussion

  May 16, 2013

  On April 29, 2013 Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was joined by distinguished jurists and the Chief of Police of Aurora, Illinois to discuss how to make the more...

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  Cook County Employees: Spring Into Health Begins May 16

  May 14, 2013

  This year’s program will include health screenings, cooking demonstrations, educational materials and more. Visit the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois booth to more...

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  Cook County Board Approves Lower Tax Rates for Vehicle Transfers Between Non-Retailers

  May 9, 2013

  On May 8, 2013 the Cook County Board of Commissioners today approved an amendment to lower tax rates on the transfer of motor vehicles between county residents. The new more...

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  Preckwinkle Introduces Change to Parking Tax

  May 9, 2013

  On May 8, 2013, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle  introduced an amendment that would lower the rate for many individuals who park in garages and lots. After more...

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  Cook County is Looking for Residents to Serve on the Employee Appeals Board

  May 7, 2013

  The Employee Appeals Board hears all appeals by any career service employee not represented by a union, of discharge, demotion, or suspension for a period of more than ten more...

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  President Preckwinkle Announces 2013 Roadway Projects

  May 2, 2013

  Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today kicked off the 2013 roadway construction season and marked the centennial anniversary of the County’s Department of more...

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  Cook County Volunteers Repair Homes on National Rebuilding Day

  April 30, 2013

  Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced today that more than 100 volunteers, including Cook County employees, completed major repairs to the homes of two more...

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  Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle Issues a Disaster Proclamation for Cook County

  April 19, 2013

  Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today issued a disaster proclamation for Cook County. Severe weather across Cook County has caused significant widespread more...

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  County Board Introduces Lower Tax Rates For Vehicle Transfers Between Non-Retailers

  April 18, 2013

  Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today introduced an amendment to lower tax rates on the transfer of motor vehicles between county residents. Beginning August more...

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  President Preckwinkle Highlights Earth Day Events and County’s Green Achievements

  April 18, 2013

  In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today announced two weeks of eco-friendly events and also highlighted sustainability more...