Megan Cooper, Tax Collector, Joliet Township Government
Megan Cooper is a life-long Joliet resident and proud product of Joliet Central High School and Joliet Junior College. She is a proactive community leader with a strong background in civic engagement and grassroots organizing. This has earned her a reputation for her ability to identify local challenges and promote practical, people-centered solutions.
As a member of the East and Southeast Regional Alliance, she works with members, other neighborhood groups, and civic leaders to promote equity and responsive local governance. Megan is known for taking initiative—she doesn’t wait for problems to escalate. Instead, she listens deeply, engages directly with community members, and acts quickly to create positive change.
Driven by a belief that lasting impact starts at the local level, Megan leads with integrity, and a deep connection to the township and city she calls home. Her work continues to build trust, strengthen community ties, and inspire others to get involved.
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Megan Cooper, Recaudadora de impuestos, Municipio de Joliet
Megan Cooper ha vivido toda su vida en Joliet y estudió en Joliet Central High School y Joliet Junior College. Desde hace años participa en iniciativas comunitarias y se involucra en la organización de eventos y soluciones locales. Sabe cómo enfrentar los problemas locales con soluciones útiles, siempre guiada por las necesidades de la comunidad.
Es parte de East and Southeast Regional Alliance, donde colabora con vecinos y líderes para promover la equidad y mejorar cómo responde el gobierno local. Megan no espera a que los problemas se agraven. Ella escucha, se involucra directamente y actúa rápido para lograr cambios positivos.
Cree que el impacto duradero comienza a nivel local. Por eso, trabaja con honestidad y con mucho compromiso por el municipio y la ciudad donde vive. Su trabajo sigue generando confianza, uniendo a la comunidad e inspirando a otros a participar.