City of Blue Island Think Outside the Loop
Blue Island gives Green Light to Traffic Safety System to Protect Citizens from Dangerous Red Light Runners – Red Light Cameras will increase safety at dangerous intersections. For Full Press Release click here.
Read More »Arts and Culture Committee
Alderman Mark Patoska is a leading a new initiative of the City of Blue Island: the Arts & Culture Committee. Ald. Patoska is still accepting applications to become a founding member of this important group, which is sure to have a lasting impact on Blue Island’s cultural landscape. Click Here to Download the Application for the Arts & Culture Committee!
Read More »Cavalcade of Pride 2009 winners
The Blue Island Historic Preservation Commission, along with the Blue Island Historical Society and The Forum, celebrated this year’s Cavalcade of Pride winners on Saturday, September 19, at a banquet held at Memorial Park Field House. This event offers an opportunity for Blue Islanders from every ward to be recognized for the wonderful efforts you make to keep our community strong and beautiful. …
Read More »MGP Public Meeting Tonight
A public meeting regarding the former Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) Site will be held tonight at the First Lutheran Church, 2519 Grove Street, from 5:30-7:30 PM. The meeting will be hosted by Stantec who will perform the future remediation efforts at the site. All are welcome to attend.
Read More »Heimbach House = Driehaus Winner!
A big Blue Island CONGRATS to Tom Hawley and Tom Mantel for being honored with the most prestigious historic preservation award in the state: Landmarks Illinois’ Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award. Mr. Hawley and Mr. Mantel are being recognized for the amazing restoration of the Dr. Aaron Heimbach House. Designed by architect Bertand Goldberg (of Marina City fame) and …
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