Commissioner Scott Britton Cook County District 14 MARCH NEWSLETTER March 11, 2019 |
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BIG NEWS: Our district office is officially open! As a resident, friend and neighbor of District 14, you are a critical voice in the work we do every day to improve the lives of those who live, work and enjoy our community. Stop by our office, located at 1812 Waukegan Road in Glenview, to discuss the issues that are most important to you. |
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Meet 14th District Unsung Heroine Stephanie Zwilling On March 7, Cook County celebrated the Peggy A. Montes Unsung Heroine Award, which recognizes women from each district for their often unrecognized contributions to the community. District 14 highlighted Stephanie Zwilling, who founded Providence Farm, a community for young adult men in recovery from substance abuse and mental health disorders. The program supports young adults to re-integrate into the communities they call home. | | |
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Statement from Commissioner Britton on State Legislation Addressing Property Tax Assessments "We need reforms to our property tax system to ensure predictable, transparent and equitable practices. As a village trustee, I saw first hand the havoc that can wreck budgets when the system is inaccurate and companies receive big appeal refunds. It makes it impossible to plan and takes services away from the children and families who need it most. These changes are needed on every level, from first time home buyers and small business owners to school districts and municipal governments." | | |
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Remembering Our Fallen Heros On Saturday, February 23, the Palatine Fire Department commemorated the basement fire at the Ben Franklin five-and-dime store in downtown Palatine that occurred 46 years ago. Tragedy struck that day and those heroes who were first inside made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community. I wrote a letter thanking the Palatine Fire Department for memorializing the valor and dedication of those who have fallen and for continuing their commitment to fire service. | | |
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Waived Rabies Vaccination Fees On February 21, 2019, the Board of Commissioners passed a resolution waiving the rabies vaccination fee for animals of Cook County veterans and residents with disabilities. | | |
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Persons with Disabilities-Owned Business Enterprise (PDBE) Preference During February's Cook County Board meeting, Commissioners unanimously passed an ordinance creating a special procurement preference for businesses owned by people with disabilities, similar to the preference created for minority and women-owned businesses (MWBE) and businesses owned by veterans. | | |
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Join Us! -- Listening Tour with Assessor Fritz Kaegi |
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Cook County Grant Opportunities |
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| | Community Development Grant Applications Now Open! The Bureau of Economic Development is now accepting grant applications for Community Development Block Grants and Emergency Solutions Grants funding. Applications are due by 4:00 pm on Friday, March 29, 2019. | | |
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| | Apply Now for Invest in Cook 2019 Grants! The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways' Invest in Cook grant is an $8.5 million investment in local transportation projects. The 2019 application is due by March 15, 2019 at 5 p.m. | | |
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Cook County Health and Hospitals is Hiring! Working at the Cook County Health & Hospitals System is about making a difference. It’s about providing the highest quality patient care by placing the needs of patients first. You’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect — and most importantly, a life-changing career. | | |
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Commissioner Britton Around Town! |
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Photo of Commissioner Britton alongside President Preckwinkle and the full County Board taken at the February Cook County Board Meeting in celebration of "Go Red Day" to bring awareness to heart disease in women. |
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| | On February 8, Commissioner Britton stood with Arise Chicago in support of Glenview adopting the Cook County Minimum Wage and Sick Time ordinance, expanding fair wages and economic opportunity to everyone. | | |
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| | On February 20, Commissioner Britton met the legendary musician, and Cook County native, Jim Peternik of Ides of March and Survivor fame. He was honored with a special resolution recognizing his contributions to musical history. | | |
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| | On February 22, Commissioner Britton appreciated Centennial Volunteers, Friends of the Forest Preserves, Friends of the Chicago River and the Forest Preserve District of Cook County for their tireless work making the Forest Preserves beautiful places to visit! | | |
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| | On February 24, Commissioner Britton met with constituents at the Glenview Resident Open House! There he listened to residents' concerns and shared resources about County services, local activities and engaging in their communities. | | |
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| | On February 26, Commissioner Britton met with WINGS Program, Inc.CEO Rebecca Darr. The vital work that WINGS does in our community is truly remarkable. We excited to partner with the WINGS organization going forward! | | |
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| | On March 5, Commissioner Britton joined Commissioner Kevin Morrison on a tour of the Palatine Township Senior Center with Executive Director Carol Reagan, learning about the programs, services, and activities provided to local seniors. | | |
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District 14 Warming Centers Spring may be just around the corner, but it can still be cold for residents, who do not have access to heat. If you want relief from the cold temperatures, you are encouraged to utilize warming centers open throughout Cook County. | | |
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