economic development

City Attorney James Vasselli shared that the legal complexities of working with an international company posed challenges, but the City successfully navigated them. #pekin

One of Rogers’ key campaign promises is revitalizing Hazel Crest’s economy. #hazelcrest

“Calumet City Roaring Rivers Water Park will be the anchor development for the revitalized Calumet City Tourism District.”

“I think those two men need to sit down and talk things out and have the developer there. If there is something that the developer has done, then there is something that can be straightened out,” said Bradley, who is a community activist. #BradleyReport

Gonzalez said the city has a fleet of 87 cars, not counting fire trucks, and Enterprise projects replacing 37 cars in 2022, and 18 cars in 2023. #DavidGonzalez

"We want people who come to Markham to understand that the Weenie Wagon is a staple of the community," stated Sutton.

“My journey of becoming who and what I am required a recipe; sustaining growing pains, experiencing the good, the bad and the ugly. It also requires fixing one’s mess; your inner self- release negativity, hurt and the unfairness that you will go through only sours your attitude, drains your energy, and limits your creativity."

In his report to the city council, Les Swintek, city finance director, told the council that the 2021 estimated tax levy would be posted for public viewing, as required by law, before it is voted on in December. He said the tax levy is zero percent.

"It has always been my goal to see that low income and minority students have access to high-quality, affordable, and equitable education."

Committee of the Whole Meeting in Dolton discusses utilizing a new software to track vacant land and properties in Dolton.