River Forest Township enhances the health and well-being of residents through the funding and delivery of human and assessor services…providing a sense of caring, connection and community.

Township News and Updates

  • Triennial Reassessment Community Outreach Monday, May 18th 6:00 PM

    The River Forest Township Assessor’s Office is hosting a Community Outreach
    with the Cook County Assessor’s Office.

    The Cook County Assessors staff will be here to answer any questions regarding the triennial reassessment and your appeal.

    Monday, May 18th, 6:00 PM

    River Forest Community Center
    8020 Madison, River Forest IL 60305

  • Zumba for Older Adults - Fridays at 11:15AM

    Ready to try something new and energizing? Join us for a fun and uplifting Zumba session where you can move to great music, boost your energy, and enjoy a joyful new experience alongside others in the community. The classes meet on Fridays at 11:15AM in the RFCCA Dance Studio Room 219 (8020 Madison St)

    Come give it a try, you might discover a new way to stay active, smile more, and celebrate movement! Advance registration recommended to ensure a spot.

  • River Forest Township is Open for Assessment Appeals

    We are open for appeals with The Cook County Assessor until June 2nd.

    You may request a 2026 Cook County Assessor Triennial Reassessment Appeal Packet from the River Forest Township Assessor below.

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Serving Our Community

  • Assessor Services

    Assessor Services

    We act as a taxpayer advocate for local residents in the Cook County property tax system. Our goal is to ensure taxpayers’ property is fairly and accurately assessed. We are available to help with your property tax inquiries, including exemptions and appeals.

  • Senior Services

    Senior & Disability Services

    We provide a full array of services to older adults and individuals with disabilities, such as meals, transportation, care management, information/referral, as well as various support programs and educational events.

  • Youth & Family Services

    Youth & Family Services

    We contract with local agencies to provide an array of educational, mentoring, recreational, and financial assistance programs to support our youth, in addition to offering our own Youth Engagement Program.

  • Mental Health Services

    Mental Health & I/DD Services

    We support residents with mental health needs, developmental disabilities, and substance use issues, through our own programs and those of the agencies we fund.

  • Resident Services

    Resident Assistance Services

    We offer a variety of services including general assistance, emergency assistance, access to a notary, medical equipment lending library, voter registration and referrals to non-profits and government entities near River Forest.

  • About

    About

    Our Board of Trustees meets monthly and you will find our agendas, minutes, and financial documents easy to access on our website.


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What's happening in River Forest?

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