From the office of Cook County Commissioner Timothy O. Schneider…
Cook County Assessor’s Office News
A new Illinois law requires that seniors re-apply for the Senior Citizen Exemption. The Assessor’s office mailed out nearly 300,000 applications containing both the Senior Citizen and Senior Freeze Exemptions to taxpayers who received a senior exemption last year.
The Senior Citizen Exemption provides tax relief by reducing the equalized assessed valuation of an eligible residence. This savings is in the form of a deduction on the second-installment property tax bill. Seniors receiving the Senior Citizen Exemption automatically qualify for the Homeowner Exemption, and do not have to apply for it separately.
Make sure you pass this information along to any Senior Citizen you know in Cook County. Click here to read more.
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Brookfield Zoo
It’s almost spring – and that means we will all be looking for fun outdoor activities! How about taking a family trip to the Brookfield Zoo? Our office has coupons available for area residents, please click here to request your coupons now.
Events
Hanover Township is sponsoring an event to assist distressed homeowners. The event is March 5th from 10am – Noon. Click here to read more.