Commissioner Samantha Steele

All you need to appeal your property taxes is your Property Index Number (PIN), which you can find on your tax bill or at maps.cookcountyil.gov/cookviewer. Check your township’s appeal deadlines and file online today at cookcountyboardofreview.com. #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele

This evening marks the end of Ramadan! Wishing our Muslim community in Cook County a meaningful Eid al-Fitr surrounded by family and friends. #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele

Senator Graciela Guzmán is working to provide property tax relief across Illinois. She has sponsored & supported several bills that move us closer to a housing system that supports long-term stability for all families. #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele #WomensHistoryMonth

As first installment 2025 bills begin to be distributed, plenty of homeowners begin to wonder what action they can take. Appeals through the Cook County Assessor's Office will open in mid to late spring. Appeals through the Cook County Board of Review will open around July.

The application window for Tax Year 2025 exemptions is now open, and any exemption reductions will be applied to second installment bills. This is one of the best ways to ensure that you're only paying your fair share of the property tax burden. Visit CookCountyAssessor.com/Exemptions.

Today my team attended the Illinois Secretary of State Mobile DMV event to share information about property taxes and how taxpayers in the 8th District / 35th Ward can file an appeal with the Cook County Board of Review. #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele

Senator Villanueva has championed other bills that would reform how delinquent tax liens are handled, and has made legislative strides in assessment accuracy for commercial properties and financial relief for seniors. #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele

The bill is set to delay property tax debt sales from March 10 until December 1, pausing interest and giving homeowners more time to pay. This would place Illinois on par with other states after the seizure and sale of homes for property tax debt was ruled unconstitutional.

Celina Villanueva is an Illinois State Senator who's been fighting to amend the Illinois Property Tax Code to promote fair housing throughout her career. Late last month, lawmakers voted to pass House Bill 598. Senator Villanueva was the lead sponsor on the bill.

Happy Birthday, Chicago! 🎉 District 2 at the Board of Review covers much of northwestern Cook County and many treasured Chicago neighborhoods. Today, we celebrate 189 years of Chicago’s history, culture, and vibrant neighborhoods! #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele #Chicago

We kicked off Women’s History Month with our first forum designed to give women the tools and knowledge to better understand the property tax system and how it shapes daily life. Thank you to our speakers and attendees! #WomensHistoryMonth #SamanthaSteele #CommissionerSteele

Polish-born Casimir Pulaski was an American Revolutionary War hero credited with saving the life of George Washington. Polish Triangle was once the town square of "Polish Downtown." Podhalanka is one of the longest-standing Polish-owned restaurants. #CommissionerSteele

It was a pleasure to speak with many of you at Commissioner Steele's first Conversations with the Commissioner event yesterday. Although the 2025 Board of Review session has closed for appeals, it's important to open the door to transparent discussions on the status of appeals.

How would Illinois General Assembly HB 4931 affect property taxes for business owners? The bill would enable certain commercial property owners to appeal their property tax assessments without hiring an attorney. #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele

Join us for a Women’s History Month community forum on March 1, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Riviera Theatre! Doors open at 4 PM, and entry is free! Register now: bit.ly/4bBOgiO #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele

Neighborhoods long home to Black and Latino property owners have undergone significant demographic change as many longtime residents were priced out, in part because property taxes rose alongside gentrification. #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele #BlackHistoryMonth

Commissioner Samantha Steele remains committed to serving the diverse communities across District 2. This past weekend, our team attended the Reparations Repair Expo. We were proud to offer property tax support directly to Evanston residents. #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele

Last week we visited Jennifer Kelly, owner of Vintage Frills, as part of our new series, #ConversationswiththeCommissioner. We are meeting with small business owners to talk about how property taxes shape their day-to-day operations. #SamanthaSteele #CommissionerSteele

Small business owners, mark your calendars for our event on February 23rd! Navigating commercial property tax appeals and the use of attorneys can feel challenging, but participants will leave with a simplified understanding of the process. Register at bit.ly/49NcuoV

Join us for a Women’s History Month community forum on March 1, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Riviera Theatre! Register now: bit.ly/4bBOgiO #CommissionerSteele #SamanthaSteele

Get your property tax questions answered! Conversations with the Commissioner are designed to give taxpayers an opportunity to connect directly with Commissioner Samantha Steele and our team as the 2025 appeal session comes to a close and decision letters begin to be issued.