Thornton Township electors accept some — but not all — financial reports at annual town hall
Electors accepted the general assistance and road and bridge fund reports into the township’s record, but rejected the general fund findings.
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Arrests made after Harvey sells senior’s home to private investor for $2,000
Harvey allegedly retaliated against the senior, who objected to the deal, by shutting her water off. “Who does that to an 87-year-old? “They turned her water off for two months. We had to buy five-gallon jugs of water just for her to survive.”
City Council approves alarm system registration fees while cracking down on false alarm penalties
Harvey residents and businesses will now have to pay a registration fee for their alarm systems and will be subject to a fine for excessive false alarms. The public once again accused Mayor Chris Clark of violating the constitution.
Regional water agency executive director retires after 31 years of service
Brian Perkovich was named Metropolitan Water Reclamation District executive director in 2018.
As state cracks down on delinquent audits, Mayor Chris Clark addresses financial reporting concerns
Clark targeted the city’s finance department heads over lack of financial reports during a recent council meeting. What he didn’t mention is how the state is reigning in on Harvey over missing audits. Police brass also provided crime statistics.
Thornton Township meeting abruptly ends after trustee denied remote access
Illinois’ state transparency law allows elected officials to join meetings remotely if they have childcare conflicts. The supervisor didn’t agree.
Mayor Chris Clark to loan Harvey over $25,000 to demolish Loomis Ave. residence after fire
The mayor will contribute his own money to tear down a home that erupted in flames in January, to a mixed response from the council.
Digital display signs coming to TTHS D205 schools
The signs will be located around Thornton, Thornwood, and Thornridge High Schools in high-traffic areas, showing real-time updates on emergencies and school events.
Tamika Price resigns as Harvey library treasurer
She’s exiting that role — not the board — citing scheduling issues. The Harvey Public Library District could possibly name a new treasurer, and board secretary, at a special meeting on Tuesday.
Residents tape mouths shut in another silent protest at City Hall
Dolton and Harvey residents united in a silent protest during a regular council meeting, calling out Mayor Chris Clark.
