Maine Township

09/03/2026

Are you an Aqua water utility customer concerned about aging water systems or higher water bills? Join my office, Citizens Utility Board and Maine Township for a water customer forum to discuss any concerns or questions you may have following the merge of Aqua and American Water. We hope you can make it!

⏰When: Thursday Sep. 17 6:30 p.m.
📍 Where: Maine Township Hall (1700 Ballard Rd.)

09/02/2026

We are proud to announce that our very own Supervisor Kimberly Jones has been named one of four Distinguished Alumini for Professional Achievement & Community Impact by Oakton College!

"Jones, Maine Township supervisor, has dedicated more than three decades to government and community service. A longtime Park Ridge resident, she joined the Maine Township Board in 2014 and became supervisor in 2025. She previously served on the Park Ridge City Council and the city’s Flood Control Task Force."

Oakton honors four alumni whose work in fields ranging from ecological stewardship to NASA space exploration helps build thriving communities.

08/31/2026

Today the Township recognizes International Overdose Awareness Day and remembers those whose lives have been cut short by substance abuse and mental health difficulties. Thank you to Maine Township Recovery Connection for the continuous work you do to bring those struggling
out of the darkness and into the light.

08/31/2026

Maine Township Assessor Susan Moylan-Krey would like to inform residents that the Cook County Board of Review has opened the 2026 property tax appeal period for Maine Township. Her office will assist in filing appeals between August 31 and September 23, 2026. The September 23rd township deadline gives the Maine Township Assessor Department time to transmit appeal paperwork to the Cook County Board of Review by the September 29 county deadline.

Residents in Maine Township who need assistance with filing appeals or finding comparable properties do not need to come to the office. They can now easily request assistance with filing an appeal by completing the 2026 Maine Township Appeal In-Take Form. This form is available on the Maine Township website or at the office located at 1700 Ballard Rd. in Park Ridge.

By submitting the form, residents authorize the Maine Township Assessor’s Office to complete and submit their 2026 property appeal on their behalf. Once the appeal has been processed, they will receive a confirmation email from Maine Township. To ensure timely submission, all forms must be received no later than 4 p.m. on September 23.

Assessor office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Cook County Assessor AppealThe Cook County Assessor determines when Maine Township opens for appeals. Click the button below to view the most recent assessment calendar:Cook County Assessor Appeal Deadline Calendar

08/28/2026

Join us on Friday, September 4, 2026 for a free workshop on Cultural Humility in Work with Survivors.

https://mailchi.mp/mainetown/cultural-humility

08/27/2026

Maine Township is seeking a compassionate, dependable, organized, and energetic individual to join our team as a Full-Time Food Pantry Operations Assistant.

This position plays a critical role in the daily operation of the Maine Township Food Pantry and supports the Food Pantry Director in providing nutritious food, personal care items, and other essential resources to individuals and families in need.

The Operations Assistant will supervise pantry staff, and work closely with the Food Pantry Director, volunteers, donors, community organizations, and pantry clients to ensure that the pantry operates efficiently, safely, and with dignity and respect.

Maine Township is seeking a compassionate, dependable, organized, and energetic individual to join our team as a Full-Time Food Pantry Operations Assistant. This position plays a critical role in the daily operation of the Maine Township Food Pantry and supports the Food Pantry Director in providin...

08/24/2026

Sox Win the Day; Cubs Win the Week: MaineStreamers Take in the Crosstown Classic!

https://files.mainetown.com//_news/Maine_Township_BlogPost_MaineStreamers_CrosstownClassic.pdf?t=202608221200460

08/24/2026

Thank you to Trustee Asif Malik for helping to organize another incredible Pakistan Cultural Day. The event runs this evening through 9:30 p.m. at Dee Park. Enjoy the entertainment, food, and vendors.

08/19/2026

Maine Township is honored to host State Senator Laura Murphy & State Representative Justin Cochran for a Summer Legislative Update next week at Maine Township Hall - 1700 Ballard Rd. Park Ridge on Monday, August 24th from 6 PM - 7:30 PM.

Come meet our local legislators and hear about the key topics being worked on within our communities and in Springfield.

08/18/2026

Today, August 17, the Cook County Treasurer released the 2025 Second Installment Property Tax Bills online at cookcountytreasurer.com

Printed tax bills are expected to be mailed the week of August 24. The payment due date is Thursday, October 1, 2026.

Now is the time to review your property tax bill and make sure that all applicable exemptions have been applied to your property. Please check that you are receiving any exemptions for which you qualify, including the Homeowner, Senior, Senior Freeze, Persons with Disabilities, and/or Veterans with Disabilities Exemptions.

If you believe an exemption is missing from your bill, or if you have questions about your exemptions, please contact the Maine Township Assessor’s Office at 224-257-4830 during Monday thru Friday 9am to 4pm business hours.

We are always happy to assist our residents in reviewing their property tax bills and answering questions about exemptions.

Cook County Treasurer's Office - Chicago, Illinois