Pat Hynes

DemocraticCook County AssessorLimited Data

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Bio

Patrick (Pat) Hynes has served as Lyons Township Assessor since 2021 and brings 30 years of property tax experience to his challenge of incumbent Fritz Kaegi. He is also a firefighter and EMT. His campaign focuses on assessment accuracy errors he attributes to Kaegi's tenure. (Source: Ballotpedia Cook County Assessor 2026)

Prior office: Lyons Township Assessor (2021–present)

Key Votes

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Career History

Lyons Township Assessor — Lyons Township2021–present
30 years of property tax experience; firefighter and EMT
Property Tax Professional — Variouspre-2021
30+ years in property assessment field

What They Stand For

Assessment Accuracy

Challenges Kaegi's assessment methodology; argues inaccuracies have driven up tax bills for homeowners.

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Transparency

Supports clearer communication with property owners on assessment appeals and valuation methods.

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Property Tax Relief

Advocates for more accurate assessments to reduce homeowner over-taxation.

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Endorsements

Thornton Township Assessor Cassandra Elston: Township assessor peer endorsement

Social Media Pulse

low profileUpdated 2026-03-13

Low social media profile. Cook County assessor race challenger with township assessor backing. No major national controversies.

Low profile means limited public presence — not a red flag on its own.

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Trust Indicators

✅ILSBE filings current
✅No ethics violations on record
✅Township assessor peer endorsement