In-person and Online: Cook County Assessor (700th Chi Hack Night!) #700

In 2019, at his first Chi Hack Night, Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi committed to building a fairer, and transparent property assessment system.

Seven years later, join Fritz for a look at how data and technology have transformed property assessments in Cook County. Hear how reforms led by the Assessor’s data science team have delivered $1.9 billion in property tax savings for owners of lower and middle-priced homes.

Learn how a single transparency tool, known as PTAXSIM created three legislative wins. Get insight on the expanded public data catalog including what assessment data is now available to the public and how it can be used.

Whether you’re a data scientist, civic technologist, academic researcher, or simply interested in using technology for public good, learn how assessment data can inform policy decisions. and inspire new tools to help make Cook County a more vibrant place to live, work, and thrive.

This event will be in person, but you can also tune in via livestream. Doors open at 6pm. The livestream and announcements will start around 6:30pm CDT.

In-person: i.c.stars, 750 N Orleans, Suite 500 (5th floor), Chicago IL.

For more information on our in-person events, please see our COVID Policy.

RSVP In-person attendees should RSVP beforehand. As occupancy limits permit, walk-ins will be allowed to enter.

There will be food! We will be serving Costa Rican empanadas, chicken casado and rice from Irazu!