Category Archives: Cook County
A Step Toward Streamlining Government in Cook County
Illinois just took one small step toward streamlining government sprawl. Under the new law signed by Gov. Pat Quinn on Friday, residents in individual townships in Cook County can now vote on whether to eliminate the office of highway commissioner … Continue reading
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Treasurer Pappas’ Budget Woes Signal More Trouble Ahead for Cook County
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas argues that ongoing security threats to her and her office require she have a full-time security detail. Given that ensuring the safety of our elected officials is a cost taxpayers are willing to bear, that’s … Continue reading
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