What types of services do Cook County townships provide?
Each township in Cook County provides a unique set of services, but they all retain the two core functions: administering General Assistance (GA) financial aid for residents of the township and serving as deputies of the Cook County Assessor. The GA program provides temporary financial assistance to residents and families who meet state income eligibility requirements under Chapter 305 Section 5/6‑1.2 of the Public Aid Code. Township assessors’ main function is to assist residents appeal their assessments. Township assessors also accept and file property tax exemption applications, process building permits and file township assessor inquiries.[1] Townships with roads and bridges in unincorporated areas also provide maintenance services for those roads and bridges. In Cook County, 23 townships provide road maintenance services. Townships in Cook County may also provide additional services such as community mental health services, health services, youth services, senior services, special
