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 I must admit to you, this has been one of the most challenging weeks as Mayor. Finding out last Thursday evening that I had lost a dear friend, a colleague, and our Mayor Pro Tem was almost too much to bear. The support of my staff, the outpouring of concern and love for Michael Janko from every corner of Blue ... Read More »

The Blue Island Chamber of Commerce is raising money (to be matched by Great Lakes Bank) so the Fire Department can purchase new radio equipment. Includes dinner, raffle items and cash bar.  When: Saturday, August 17, 6 – 9 p.m., $10  Where: Double Play Saloon, 13011 S. Western Ave. Read More »

The City of Blue Island mourns the passing of Fifth Ward Alderman and Mayor Pro Tem, Michael Janko.  In 2008 Mike was elected Fifth Ward Alderman and served as the Chairman of the Municipal Services Committee.   As a lifelong resident of Blue Island, Mike attended District 130 public schools, Dwight D. Eisenhower High School and graduated from Moraine Valley Community College. As President of ... Read More »

Moraine Valley Community College is hosting an Adult College Success Fair on Saturday, July 20th, 9am – noon, at their Palos Hills Campus, Moraine Rooms, Building M.  Learn about Moraine Valley career and associate’s degree programs; assistance in applying for financial aid; career assessment and job search strategies and much more.  Refreshments will be served and there will be a supervised children’s ... Read More »

  City Hall will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, Reopening on Friday, July 5th.  Have a safe and happy holiday! Read More »