On Sunday, September 1st, Mayor Domingo Vargas volunteered with Aldermen Tom Hawley, Charissa Bilotto and Jairo Frausto; City Treasurer Carmine Bilotto and others to help Public Works Superintendent Frank Berrini paint over the long-faded mural located on the east side of the Gregory Street Bridge. Thanks for the makeover! Click Volunteers to view a short video.
Read More »Blue Island Mexican Dance Team at the State Fair
Mayor Domingo Vargas (front center) and the Mexico En La Piel Dancers On Saturday, August 17, 2013, the Blue Island dance group, Mexico En La Piel entertained at the Illinois State Fair. Mayor Domingo Vargas introduced the dance group led by Maria de la Lux almazan. Congratulations to all those involved!
Read More »Believe in Blue Island
For the past few years, First Ward Alderman, and Mayor ProTem, Tom Hawley has been keeping fans of the City of Blue Island up to date on events, projects and programs with his Believe in Blue Island emails. He is trying to build an email list of people who are interested in Blue Island events and happenings both in town …
Read More »City Hall Closed on Labor Day
City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 2nd, in observance of Labor Day. Have a safe Holiday!
Read More »Thank You Great Lakes Bank!
Photo: Standing left to Right; Fire Chief, Terry Vrshek; Deputy Fire Chief, Jim Klinker; Director John Rita at the podium; Betty Nagle, Joe DiNovo; Alderman Candace Carr; Jacquelyn Callham, VP Great Lakes Bank; Greg Lochow, Chamber of Commerce Director; Ron Shropshire, President Great Lakes Bank and Mayor Domingo Vargas. Great Lakes Bank President, Ron Shropshire presented a check to Mayor Domingo Vargas for …
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