Cook County launches military and veterans discount program

Cook County's new Military and Veterans Discount Program officially launched Wednesday, providing veterans and active duty military with a free Discount Card and access to a diverse network of over 120 businesses that are committed to providing discounts. Active-duty personnel, veterans, and guard members and reservists may visit the Cook County Recorder of Deeds' Veterans Service Office at 118 N. Clark St., Room 120, Chicago, and upon providing proof of service, receive the Discount Card.

The Military and Veterans Discount Program (MVDP) is designed to build a network of businesses across Cook County who offer military and veterans' discounts beyond the normal military holidays. This public-private partnership is a small way to honor those who have served by helping them keep more of their hard-earned money. The discounts range from a percentage off the service member's total bill to free admission to a theater or museum, and the list of participating businesses can be accessed at www.cookrecorder.com/militarydiscount.

During the initial rollout of the program, Discount Program ID Cards will only be available at the Cook County Recorder's Veterans Service Office. Please bring a government-issued photo or military ID, and if you are a veteran, please bring a copy of your DD-214 or other separation papers indicating discharge status (dishonorable discharges are not eligible). If a veteran has previously recorded a DD-214 with the Recorder of Deeds, a photo ID is all that will be required for enrollment.

More information and a web-based business signup form can be accessed at www.cookrecorder.com/militarydiscount. CCRD's Veterans Service Office can be reached at 312-603-5788.

Crédito: EXTRA Newspaper