Seniors

Warming Center Information

During the winter months, Blue Island residents who need temporary shelter due to cold or power outages can visit the following facilities: Blue Island Police Department Lobby 13031 Greenwood Ave. 7AM – 1AM – 7 days a week Blue Island Public Library 2433 York St. 9AM-9PM Mon-Thurs 9AM-5PM Friday- Saturday 1PM-5PM Sunday

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Senior Water Rates

Senior citizens who wish to received discounted water rates can apply in person at the City Clerk’s office: City Hall, First Floor 13051 Greenwood Ave Blue Island, IL 60406 Homes must be owner-occupied single family homes – no apartments or duplexes. You are required to apply for this discounted rate annually. To apply, the City requires two forms of proof …

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Cooling Centers in Blue Island

cooling centers in Blue Island

With extreme heat in our area this week, we would like to encourage you to utilize cooling centers within the community. Below are some temporary cooling locations, and the hours they’ll be open during the extreme heat predicted for Tuesday, August 22 thru Thursday, August 24: 1. THE MEADOWS GOLF CLUB, 2802 123RD STREET | Open 10 a.m. – 8 …

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Application Deadline Extended: Free Home Repairs For Blue Island Residents

Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago is thrilled to partner with Mayor Bilotto and the City of Blue Island to provide free painting, electrical repairs, carpentry work and other home repairs. Applicants will be considered for all current programming including: • Safe at Home-grab bar installation & safety repairs (Spring 2023) • Veterans Repair Services (Fall 2022 through Summer 2024) • Warm …

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Cooling Centers in Blue Island

cooling centers in Blue Island

With extreme heat in our area this week, we would like to encourage you to utilize cooling centers within the community. Temporary cooling locations: 1. THE MEADOWS GOLF CLUB, 2802 123RD STREET Telephone: (708) 385-1994 2. BLUE ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY, 2433 YORK STREET Telephone: (708) 388-1078 3. JOHN D. RITA RECREATIONAL CENTER, 2805 W 141ST STREET Telephone: (708) 926-2050 4. …

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