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

  • New Township Monthly Newsletter

    Stay informed about upcoming Township events and learn about the different services we provide our community. Opt-in to receive our monthly newsletter.

  • Second Installment Tax Bills

    Second installment tax bills will be available to view online June 26th with a due date of August 1st. They will also be available to pay online.

    Second installment property tax bills reflect the 2023 reassessment as well as exemptions. For more specific information check the Cook County Treasurer’s

  • Openings on Two Committees

    The Township has an opening on the Mental Health Committee and a different opening on the Senior Services committee. Both committees rely on River Forest resident volunteers to evaluate programming. Interested in serving? Apply by July 31st by contacting [email protected].

Serving Our Community

  • Assessor Services

    Assessor Services

    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.


 River Forest Township Calendar


What's happening in River Forest?

Check the River Forest Community Calendar to follow the events which are happening around River Forest.