City of Blue Island Think Outside the Loop
City Hall and the John D. Rita Recreation Center will be closed on Monday, February 21, 2022, in observance of Presidents Day. Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!
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Weather Prompts Delays in Refuse Pick Up
February 2, 2022: Lakeshore Recycling Systems has announced there will be no service today in Blue Island due to the weather. Pickups will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week. For more information and the latest updates, follow LRS on social media. https://www.facebook.com/LRSrecycles/posts/10159485919325803
Read More »Mayor Fred Bilotto Appoints David Haywood Jr as Fire Chief
Mayor Fred Bilotto is proud to announce the appointment of David Haywood Jr. as Blue Island’s next Fire Chief. Chief Haywood’s appointment was met with unanimous support from City Council. Chief Haywood follows in the footsteps of his father David Haywood, who served as Blue Island’s Fire Chief until 2007. Chief Haywood is a born and bred Blue Islander who …
Read More »Mayor Fred Bilotto Appoints Geoffery Farr as Police Chief
Mayor Fred Bilotto is proud to announce the appointment of Geoffery Farr as Blue Island’s next Chief of Police. The Blue Island City Council recently voted unanimously in support of the appointment, and Chief Farr was formally sworn in in front of family, friends, and guests. Earlier this month, Chief Farr celebrated his 24th anniversary as a member of the …
Read More »Annual Black History Celebration Scheduled For February 26, 2022
Join us for our annual Black History Celebration, February 26 at 4:00 p.m. at the John D. Rita Recreation Center. Featuring music, guest speakers, and live performances. All are invited and welcome!
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