By Grace Wong A food composting plant won approval from Cook County commissioners Wednesday despite opposition from nearby residents who fear it will be bad for the environment and their property values. Some opponents shouted their disapproval to commissioners after they voted 11-2 in committee in favor of the Patriot Acres facility, which is planned on […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 10, 2017 CONTACTChristopher Provenzano312-603-4215 (O)312-804-8434 (M)christopher.provenzano@cookcountyil.gov Cook County Board Votes Overwhelmingly to Repeal Sweetened Beverage Tax Chicago, IL – After weeks of debate, the Cook County Board of Commissioners’ Finance Committee voted overwhelmingly today 15-1 to support Commissioner Morrison’s ordinance to repeal the Cook County Sweetened Beverage Tax. (Please note: The Finance
When Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle first floated the idea of a pop tax to commissioners last October, a big part of her pitch was an appeal to their sense of self preservation. “We said to people, ‘We’re going to take one tough vote in the next three years, that’s it. Then we’re done,’” said
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For Immediate ReleaseSeptember 20, 2017 Celebrate the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s Public Land with Party for the Preserves eventsWeekend events to include themed party at two Forest Preserves campgrounds Throughout Cook County, residents and visitors can enjoy nearly 70,000 acres of wild and wonderful in the Forest Preserves of Cook County. These public lands are
By Mike Nolan A year after a state law took effect that requires first responders to carry naloxone, which can revive someone suffering from an overdose of heroin or other opioids, officers from dozens of suburban Cook County police departments have been trained in administering the drug and supplied with it. Naloxone counteracts the life-threatening effects
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“My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone impacted by Hurricane Harvey and catastrophic flooding it has caused – especially to the families and friends of those who tragically lost their lives. To the brave first responders selflessly and tirelessly fighting to keep residents safe, thank you.” “As these events continue to unfold, my wife
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“Our nation was founded on the idea that all people are created equal, regardless of creed or color. Yesterday’s rally in Charlottesville by the KKK, Nazis and white supremacists stands in stark contrast to this principle. Let me be very clear, there is no place in society for racism, bigotry or hatred of any manner,
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Dear 17th District Residents: Pace recently announced that they are in the process of converting all of their bus routes to a posted-stops-only operation. As part of this, a study was performed to identify bus stop locations along Route 379 based on safety, ridership counts and other factors. Once the conversion of Route 379 is
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The Cook County Board never saw it coming, but it has created enormous confusion for dozens of suburbs and local businesses.There has to be a better way, and it’s probably to be found in Springfield.On July 1, the county increased the minimum wage to $10 an hour, up $1.75 from the state-mandated minimum of $8.25.
