What is Cook County Government?

Cook County Government is the governing body for Cook County, Illinois, which includes the city of Chicago and many surrounding suburbs. It is responsible for providing essential services such as law enforcement, public health, courts, property tax administration, and infrastructure maintenance. The government is managed by elected officials, including the Cook County Board President and Board of Commissioners. Its departments and agencies work to serve the needs of the county's residents and businesses. Cook County Government also operates the largest unified court system and public health system in the United States.