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Cook County Workers Provide Expertise and Labor to Repair, Update Two Homes in Chicago Heights

President Preckwinkle toured two homes in south suburban Chicago Heights renovated and repaired by Cook County employees along with local firms and trades as part of “Rebuilding Together,” an annual initiative designed to assist elderly, disabled
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Community

Cook County Honored with 17 National Association of Counties Achievement Awards

 The awards honor innovative county government programs that modernize services for residents
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Budget and Financial

Cook County issues notice to Minimum Wage Ordinance

Today, Cook County issued a notice to employees regarding the Minimum Wage Ordinance (MWO).Effective July 1, 2021, the minimum wage for non-tipped workers will remain $13.00. The minimum wage is $6.60 for tipped employees.
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Budget and Financial

President Preckwinkle Observes Gun Violence Awareness Day with Call to Action

Cook County Health and Justice Advisory Council Allocate Resources for Violence Prevention
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Health

President Preckwinkle Lauds the Illinois General Assembly for Advancing Legislation that Strengthens Cook County

Today, Cook County Board President applauded legislative efforts in Springfield benefitting residents of Cook County.
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Community