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ABOUT THE TOWNSHIP AND OUR PURPOSE

Elk Grove Township is committed to providing residents with the level of services and programs that best fit their wants and needs.

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ABOUT THE ASSESSOR’S OFFICE

From applying for tax exemptions to filing property tax appeals, get answers to questions about your property tax bills.

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PROPERTY TAX APPEALS

Your property taxes are based upon your home’s estimated value. Find out how the property tax appeal process works and, if necessary, how the Township can help you appeal your property tax bill.

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PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS

Exemptions can waive or reduce some of the property taxes you pay. Learn more about the available exemptions for which you may qualify and how to apply for them to legally reduce what you own in taxes.

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SOCIAL SERVICES

The Township offers a variety of free programs and services to help residents regain control of their lives and achieve self-sufficiency. Learn more about the many valuable resources available to you.

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RESIDENT SERVICES

As a resident of this Township, you are eligible to access programs and resources to help you through any physical or financial challenges you may face. Reach out to us should you need assistance or referrals to services in your time of need.

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COMMUNITY SERVICES

From transportation and employment to passports and parking placards, you’ll find a wide variety of helpful services designed to save you time and energy. If it makes your life easier and serves the needs of the community, you’ll find it here.

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Elk Grove Township Empowers People Through Employment Resources

Township residents can receive counseling, resume assistance and other employment support at no cost from the Employment Support Center.

Elk Grove Township’s Employment Support Center was launched in the spring of 2016, and assists individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, and those who are seeking new job opportunities.

Township residents are encouraged to utilize free employment services, which include career counseling, assistance with resumes and cover letters, and access to job search resources and reference materials. Computers are also available for job seekers to conduct online job searches and fill out applications.

The Employment Support Center is located at Elk Grove Township, 2400 S Arlington Heights Road in Arlington Heights, and also boasts ample networking opportunities, job fairs, in addition to career seminars and workshops. The purpose of these events is to connect employers with individuals seeking new employment.

“The Employment Support Center is another offering that connects to the Township’s core mission of Empowering People Through Community,” said Elk Grove Township Supervisor Mike Sweeney. “This service fits well into our overall strategy to provide our clients with the tools to become as self-sufficient as possible.”

Elk Grove Township currently has more than one hundred job listings posted on their community resource board, and encourages businesses looking to hire people to reach out to help promote job openings.

The next free career seminar will be hosted on November 8, 2018 from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Employment Support Center. The seminar will teach attends about dynamic networking, and how to apply it to real-life situations to achieve career goals.

The Employment Support Center is open weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. To take advantage of employment resources, or to attend a future workshop or seminar, please call 224-222-0935 or email jobhelp@elkgrovetownship.com.

For more information, call Elk Grove Township at 847-437-0300 or visit elkgrovetownship.com.