"Many of my supporters did not vote because they were under the impression the votes would not be counted and they did not want to legitimize an illegal recall election.
A Cook County Circuit Court Judge on Wednesday, June 15, invalidated a politically inspired ballot referendum to recall the Mayor of the Village of Dolton, scoring a significant win for democracy at the local level, according to Mayor Tiffany Henyard.
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“The Township has resources to help. I would encourage those who are affected by the recent apartment fire in Calumet City to apply and see what services they are eligible to receive.”
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It is clear there is an attempt at limiting the number of people who wish to run for office. It is also clear to us this attempt violates the letter and intent of laws established calling for the setting of compensation of the offices of township trustee, township supervisor, township assessor, and township clerk.
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He said trustees moved to this format after residents complained about their questions not being answered, or being deleted, during Zoom meetings; trustees’ microphones were being shut off during meetings; and items were not placed on the agenda.
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Earlier the Southland Journal reported on Mayor Henyard cutting off the public chat relay on Youtube that allows for public comment for Dolton's virtual only meetings. The Public Chat feature has been the method for public comment since she took office.