Blanca Vargas – Town of Cicero, IL

HUD Check for $96 million presented to Town of Cicero Board Tuesday Jan. 14, 2025

Cicero Board and residents applauds President Dominick for $96 million anti-flood grant

Cicero Board and residents applauds President Dominick for $96 million anti-flood grant Cicero, IL – Officials and residents of the Town of Cicero expressed their gratitude to President Larry Dominick at Tuesday’s board meeting for securing one of the largest Federal Grants awarded to a municipality to address rainwater flood concerns. Cicero was the only suburban community along with five major cities including Chicago, St. Petersburg, Little Rock, Detroit and Houston, to receive the Federal [Learn More]

President Larry Dominick and Town of Cicero Officials addressed a special legislative commission on flooding on Oct. 12, 2023 making the case for more state and Federal funding needs. Photo courtesy of the Town of Cicero

Cicero receives $96 million in Federal funds to address flooding concerns

Cicero receives $96 million in Federal funds to address flooding concerns Town President Larry Dominick announced on Wednesday that Cicero has received a $96 million federal grant to help the community address flooding challenges caused by regional issues. The Federal Grant was announced by officials of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) at a press conference on Wednesday intended to provide disaster relief to states and several communities, and presented to town officials. [Learn More]

Members of the Cicero Fire Department at the CFD Open House Sept. 1, 2024

Cicero Fire Department Open House: A Day of Community, Safety, and Fun

Cicero Fire Department Open House: A Day of Community, Safety, and Fun The Cicero Fire Department Open House on Sunday, September 1, 2024, kicked off with beautiful weather and an atmosphere of community engagement and education. Hosted by Fire Chief Jeff Penzkofer, the event offered residents a chance to meet and interact with local first responders in a relaxed, friendly setting. Chief Penzkofer shared his excitement about the event, explaining, “We get to showcase what [Learn More]

Cicero Mexican Queen Pageant Celebrates “Time of Women” with Empowering Event – Dayanara Parra Crowned Miss Cicero 2024-2025

Cicero Mexican Queen Pageant Celebrates “Time of Women” with Empowering Event – Dayanara Parra Crowned Miss Cicero 2024-2025 The Cicero Mexican Cultural Committee held its annual Mexican Queen Pageant on Friday, August 23rd, 2024, at 5:30 PM, celebrating the theme “Time of Women.” The event, which has grown in prestige and significance over the years, featured a talented and inspiring group of young women competing for the title of Miss Cicero. Maru Ayala, President of [Learn More]

On August 20th, 2024, The Royal Group (TRG) marked a significant milestone in their long and storied history with a special event at their 1301 S. 47th Ave. location in Cicero

The Royal Group Celebrates a Century of Community with a Historical Marker Unveiling in Cicero

The Royal Group Celebrates a Century of Community with a Historical Marker Unveiling in Cicero Watch the video on NCTV: http://newcicerotv.com/ On August 20th, 2024, The Royal Group (TRG) marked a significant milestone in their long and storied history with a special event at their 1301 S. 47th Ave. location in Cicero. Established in 1922, TRG has been a cornerstone of the community for over a century. To commemorate their 102 years in business and [Learn More]

The Seniors of Cicero celebrated a late Valentine’s Day and an early St. Patrick’s Day at the annual Hearts and Shamrocks event on March 13, 2024 at the Cicero Community Center.

Seniors celebrate Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day at Hearts & Shamrocks brunch

Seniors celebrate Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day at Hearts & Shamrocks brunch The Seniors of Cicero celebrated a late Valentine’s Day and an early St. Patrick’s Day at the annual Hearts and Shamrocks event on March 13, 2024 at the Cicero Community Center. Seniors were able to enjoy breakfast while listening to live music by Rosie and the Rivets. First Lady Diana Dominick who is also the Cicero Senior Center Director thanked her entire [Learn More]

The Town of CIcero, MWRD and DIstrict 99 distributed Tree Saplings to students

Saplings distributed to local students through Town of Cicero, MWRD and District 99 program

Saplings distributed to local students through Town of Cicero, MWRD and District 99 program District 99 students were able to choose which free tree to take home. Cicero residents were encouraged to stop by Unity Jr High School on Thursday, September 28 from 3 to 6pm to pick up their free oak sapling. For the first time ever our beautiful Town of Cicero along with District 99 and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District gave away [Learn More]

Senior Director Diana Dominick and Trustee Blanca Vargas present motorized wheel chairs to several seniors who needed mobility assistance

Cicero Senior Center secures motorized wheelchairs to assist members

Cicero Senior Center secures motorized wheelchairs to assist members The Town of Cicero Senior Center, working with Town President Larry Dominick and Trustee Blanca Vargas were able to secure and donate several motorized wheelchairs to residents who were in need of assistance. Among the recipients were: Agustin Garcia, Manuel Lopez, Guillermina Lopez. Esperanza Diaz, Luisa Maturino, and Evelia Briceno. “We are very happy to be able to provide these motorized wheel chairs to members of [Learn More]

Cicero Town officials and Devices 4 Persons with Disabilities Founding Director Bob Shea

Town honors company that donated equipment to help disabled individuals in Cicero

Town honors company that donated equipment to help disabled individuals in Cicero Town President Larry Dominick and the Town of Cicero Board of Trustees presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Bob Shea founding director of the “Devices 4 Persons with Disabilities.” Shea donated equipment to assist disabled individuals to walk including canes, walkers and Rollators with seats that disabled use to walk and sit when needed. “Mr. Shea has been donating equipment to hundreds of [Learn More]

Trustee John Cava, Blanca Vargas, President Larry Dominick, Trustee Victor Garcia

Cicero Trustees Garcia, Cava Vargas sworn in to new terms

Cicero Trustees Garcia, Cava Vargas sworn in to new terms Cicero Trustees Victor Garcia, John Cava and Blanca Vargas were sworn in to new terms of office at the May 9, 2023 Town of Cicero Board meeting following their successful elections last month. The trustees were feted at a celebration by Town after the board meeting and were joined by friends and family members. “Congratulations to three hard working people that live in the town [Learn More]