President Preckwinkle Announces Community Budget Briefings Series, “Cook County: An Open Briefing on the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget”
Two virtual sessions, October 13 and October 19, will brief residents on the County's financial outlook, what is driving the gap and what it means for County services
CHICAGO— Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today announced a series of budget briefings, giving residents a direct look at the County's financial picture as it prepares its Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The two virtual sessions are open to residents, small business owners, civic and community partners, municipal leaders and anyone who wants to understand the budget process and choices before the County.
"Cook County residents deserve a clear and honest picture of where our finances stand," said President Preckwinkle. "We are facing real budget pressures, and the decisions ahead will touch services that people count on every day. I want residents to hear the facts directly from us, ask hard questions and tell us what matters most to them."
The briefings will cover Cook County's current financial outlook, the main factors driving the budget gap, how the County is addressing these challenges and what it means for County services and programs.
Briefing schedule
- Tuesday, October 13, 2026 — 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., virtual
- Monday, October 19, 2026 — 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., virtual
Residents can register using the links above. Registrants will receive the virtual meeting link by email. Interpretation and accessibility accommodations are available by request.
President Preckwinkle will present her proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget to the Cook County Board of Commissioners on Thursday, October 8, at 10:00 a.m. The Board of Commissioners Finance Committee will hold public budget hearings on October 15. A final vote on the executive budget recommendation is scheduled for Thursday, November 19.