City of Blue Island Discover Blue Island, The Historic Heart of Chicago Southland

Blue Island is excited to host two “behind the scenes” tours of our community on July 21 and 22. Meet at Fay’s Point on Saturday, July 21 for a hike of the history-laden confluence of the Little Calumet River and the Cal-Sag Channel. Once home to American Indian tribes, Fay’s Point has been witness to the many transformations Blue Island ... Read More »

The City of Blue Island has proposed the adoption of a new zoning district: the Uptown-Transit Oriented Development (U-TOD) district. On Monday, May 14 at 6pm the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed district.  The meeting will be held at the East Annex, 2434 Vermont Street, Blue Island.  The Blue Island Plan Commission ... Read More »

The Blue Island Police Department, in cooperation with the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency, are sponsoring a DRUG TAKE BACK DAY on Saturday, April 28th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the BIPD, 13031 Greenwood Ave. Old and unused prescription drugs present an unnecessary hazard in the home. The Department will be accepting any old, unused prescription or over the ... Read More »

The Active Transportation Alliance has drafted a plan for Blue Island to help guide the City as it develops an Active Transportation Network. This Plan will be presented by ATA on Tuesday, February 28 at City Council. Download the Draft of Blue Island’s Active Transportation Plan Here! [7.05 MB] Building on our groundbreaking, nationally recognized Complete Streets Ordinance, the highlights ... Read More »

Neighborhood Watch Group #37 hosts the Black Culture Night on Friday, February 17th at 7pm. This annual event is celebrating its 12th Anniversary recognizing Black History Month. Organized by Rachell Orozco and Alderman Nancy Thompson, expect a variety of speakers addressing the contributions of Black Americans. All are welcome… and welcome to bring guests! Saturday, February 17 7pm City Hall ... Read More »