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03/22/2023
Treasurer's Office
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas presents Chinese language informational video
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02/27/2023
Treasurer's Office
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas celebrates Black History Month by recognizing religious and business leaders
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02/21/2023
Treasurer's Office
Reminder: First Installment Cook County property taxes are due April 3
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02/08/2023
Treasurer's Office
Treasurer Maria Pappas Launches Newsletter
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01/18/2023
Treasurer's Office
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas sending more than $47 million in automatic refunds to homeowners
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The Property Tax System
1. PROPERTY TAX BASE
The Assessor assesses all real estate located throughout the County and establishes a fair market value for each property.
2. APPEALS
Appeals are accepted and decisions reached on changes to a property’s assessment, classification, or exemptions.
3. PROPERTY TAX RATES
The Clerk determines the tax rates based on the levy ordinances passed by taxing agencies and applies the rates to the assessments received for the Assessor to determine the amount of property tax owed.
4. BILLING AND PAYMENT
The Treasurer mails out property tax bills and collects the money.
5. FUNDING OF LOCAL TAXING AUTHORITIES
The Treasurer distributes the money to over 2200 local taxing agencies, including the County, cities, schools and special districts.