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After two public hearings and several submissions from the public, the Ward Redistricting Committee has released their first draft of the new wards.
First draft displaying new wards with existing wards and streets
First draft displaying new wards with existing wards
First draft displaying new wards and streets
First draft spreadsheet deviation for the City of Blue Island map
Remember you can take part in the process by attending the rest of the hearings before the final draft is announced.
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| December 3rd, 2015 | 1st Public Hearing |
| December 10th, 2015 | Public input on redistricting plans due to City Clerk’s Office or you can bring them to the hearing for first draft review |
| December 10th, 2015 | 2nd Public Hearing |
| Week of December 13th, 2015 | The Redistricting Committee will release their first draft |
| January 7th, 2016 | 1st Public Hearing of the first draft – 7pm East Annex, 2434 Vermont 7:00pm |
| January 14th, 2016 | 2nd Public Hearing of the first draft |
| January 17th, 2016 | Final Draft is presented to the public |
Process for Developing and Approving a New Districting Plan
The City Council has appointed a Redistricting Committee that includes five alderman. After holding four public hearings and reviewing the public input, the committee is charged with making a recommendation to the City Council in January.
How to participate in the Redistricting Process
1) Attend a redistricting meeting.
All meetings by the Redistricting Committee are already displayed on this page of the website. Draft materials may be attached to meeting agendas on the website. Materials reviewed at the meetings will be attached to the meeting minutes, which are linked from the agenda of the subsequent meeting.
2) Submit ideas at public meetings or directly to the Redistricting Committee
The Redistricting Committee invites your comments at all public hearings.
You may also email questions, ideas or documents to the Redistricting Committee’s Chairman, Alderman Fred Bilotto at fbilotto@cityofblueisland.org You must include your name and address.
