League of Women Voters of Cook County

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All members of the 12 Local Leagues in Cook County are members of the Cook County League. You can join our efforts to make Cook County government more transparent and effective by joining a Local League (See our About Page for membership information.)

August 4 Food for Thought

Diane Edmundson, President of the League of Women Voters of Cook County introduced Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen as the speaker for the annual Food for Thought Luncheon on August 4th. Pris Mims was the moderator for the program. Ms. Degnen was a very interesting speaker, explaining the role of a Commissioner and the challenges the Cook County Board faces. Among other accomplishments, she initiated the expansion of maternity/paternity leave to 12 weeks for County employees, and worked to limit the agency staffing usage at Cook County Health facilities, saving the County money.

LWVCC Annual Meeting May 5, 2026

League Members from across Cook County gathered to conduct League business, share lunch, and hear State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke discuss her work during the first 16 months of her tenure. We welcomed LWVIL President Becky Simon.

President Diane Edmundson chaired the business meeting with the following actions:

New Board Members were elected for the 2026-2027 year.
Vice President: Victoria Cerinich Palos-Orland Area
Secretary : Hollis Burgess Chicago
Directors: Pris Mims Chicago
Betty Hayford Evanston
Kathi Graffam LaGrange Area

The Program was approved.

Approved Program

The Budget was approved.

Approved Budget

Changes to the By-Laws were approved.

Approved By-Laws

Board Members reported on the activities of the League over the last year.

MWRD

Cook County Governments and You

The League of Women Voters of Cook County was formed in 1920 with the purpose of focusing on our government entities in Cook County which impact the daily lives of residents.

Suburban Election Administration Birth and Marriage Records

Stroger and Provident Hospitals Property Records

Local Health Centers Court System

Property Taxes Cook County Jail
Forest Preserves Storm Water Management

Waste Water Treatment

See our Resources Page for contact information for Cook County officials.

Cook County League Newsletter

June 2026 Edition

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