Former Blue Island Alderman and past City Treasurer, Andy Botte passed away.  Bunting has been placed on City Hall to honor his dedication to Blue Island.  Andy will be missed.  Our condolences to his family.   Read Andy’s obituary and funeral service information on Krueger Funeral Home website.

South suburban Mayors and Managers announces two upcoming events to help homeowners On Saturday, August 24th from 9am-2pm at Solutions church, 4818 Southwick Drive in Matteson, IL, the Neighborhood Housing Services of  Chicago is hosting a Help for Homeowners Event   FREE help for struggling homeowners.  HUD-approved housing experts will help prepare applications for mortgage assistance and will submit directly to your mortgage company.  …

Blue Island is hosting a workshop organized by MPC on Tuesday, August 27: Tools and Funding for Stormwater Management, Habitat Restoration and Waterfront Access in the Calumet Region. Speakers include Christine Davis from IEPA and John Murray from MWRD.  From the invite: This workshop will present timely and useful information on funding programs such as the new Chi-Cal Rivers Fund …

  Do you have a taste for freshly picked tomatoes?  How about adding new flavors to your dishes with fresh herbs, garlic or onions?  Would you like to dress your dinner table with a fresh bouquet of Zinnias ?  If you do, then visit the California Gardens Community Gardens table at the Monday, August 26th, School District 130 Farmers Market outside Beggar’s Pizza at 127th & …

The City of Blue Island Planning Department has a position open for a  temporary Planning and Research Associate .   To be considered, you must send in your resume, cover letter and three references by August 23, 2013.  For job description and application details, click  Blue Island Research and Planning Associate Job Description