COOK COUNTY BOARD OF REVIEW OPEN FOR PROPERTY TAX APPEALS

The Cook County Board of Review is now open for 2025 property tax appeals (taxes paid in 2026) for Northfield Township residents. This is the second opportunity to appeal your triennial reassessment.

The Northfield Township Assessor’s Office can review your 2025 assessment, provide comparable data, and assist with filing an appeal online, by phone, or in person. If you previously appealed with the Cook County Assessor, you should have received your results by mail. The deadline to file an appeal with the Board of Review is October 21, 2025. Click the button below to read more.

WATERSMART PORTAL LAUNCHES OCTOBER 1

Starting October 1, the Village of Northbrook will launch a free online portal designed to help residents monitor water use, conserve resources, and spot potential leaks early. Customers with contact information on file will automatically begin receiving notifications when unusual water usage is detected.

WaterSmart makes it easier than ever to understand your water habits, avoid costly surprises, and protect your home or business. Learn how this new service works and how you can customize your alerts.

Upcoming Events

Paint Northbrook Plein Air 2025 Art Show
📅Now through September 26, 2025
📍Northbrook Public Library, 2nd Floor
Experience Northbrook through the eyes of local artists! The Paint Northbrook Plein Air 2025 Art Show is now on display at the Northbrook Public Library, featuring more than 50 original paintings created by 15 talented artists during the August plein air painting event. Visit the second floor of the Library (1201 Cedar Lane) to view the exhibit now through September 26, 2025. Presented by the Village of Northbrook Arts Commission, Northbrook Park District, and the Northbrook Public Library. Click here for more information.

Car Seat Safety Check | Northbrook Police Department
📅Monday, September 29 from 11am-3pm
📍Northbrook Police Station, 1401 Landwehr Road
The Northbrook Police Department is hosting a Car Seat Safety Check event on Monday, September 29th from 11am-3pm at the Northbrook Police Department (1401 Landwehr Road). Certified car seat technicians will check your child's seat to make sure it is installed correctly and securely. This event is free and no appointment is necessary.

Emergency Notification Test
📅Tuesday, September 30 at 1pm
Heads up Northbrook! There will be an emergency notification test on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 1pm. Are you not signed up to receive notifications? Click the button below to sign up and receive emergency notification texts, emails and phone calls as needed.

Fire Department Open House
📅Saturday, October 4 from 9am-12pm
📍Fire Station 10, 650 Huehl
Join the Northbrook Fire Department (and Sparky the Fire Dog) for the annual Northbrook Fire Department Open House! Kids of all ages can climb in fire trucks, talk to firefighters, and pet therapy dogs. Bring the whole family to enjoy this free safety event. Parking will be available across the street a the Village Public Works building (655 Huehl).

Closing Day Bash | Northbrook Farmers Market
📅Wednesday, October 8 from 7am-1pm
📍Meadow Plaza Parking Lot
Don’t miss the 17th annual Closing Day Bash at the Northbrook Farmers Market on Wednesday, October 8! This event is packed with fun for all ages and it’s FREE. Warm up with hot apple cider, join a scavenger hunt for painted gourds to win vendor certificates, and take on the apple taste-testing challenge for a chance at fresh flowers and bouquets. Little ones ages 2–6 can enjoy pumpkin decorating (costumes encouraged!) from 9 a.m. to noon. While enjoying live music, stock up on fall produce, honey, baked goods, artisanal soaps, seasonal décor, and unique gifts perfect for the holidays.

Halloween in Northbrook
📅Friday, October 31 from 4-8pm
Trick-or-treating hours in Northbrook are from 4pm to 8pm on Halloween. If you would like to alert trick-or-treaters of your household's participation, click here to download and print one of the Village's signs to display on your front door. If you don't have access to a printer, signs will be available for free pickup at Village Hall in October.

Illuminate Northbrook
📅Friday, November 21 at 5:30pm
📍Downtown Northbrook
Gather in the heart of Northbrook to kick off the holiday shopping season with complimentary hot chocolate as we turn on the holiday lights and illuminate downtown Northbrook. Afterwards, stay downtown, enjoy the ambiance, and support local businesses by shopping and dining!

Upcoming Public Meetings

Community Commission
Thursday, September 25 at 7pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Zoning Board of Appeals
Tuesday, September 29 at 7pm
Sandra "Sandy" Frum Board Room, Village Hall

Plan Commission - Special Meeting
Tuesday, September 30 at 7pm
Sandra "Sandy" Frum Board Room, Village Hall

Disability Inclusion Commission - Canceled
Thursday, October 2 at 6:30pm
Shermer Study, Village Hall

Arts Commission 
Thursday, October 9 at 7pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

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