Clerk Maria Punzo-Arias – Town of Cicero, IL

Trustee Victor Garcia, Public Works Deputy Commissioner Derek Dominick, Senior Director Diana Dominick, Clerk Maria Punzo-Arias at the Senior Spring Bingo

Spring Bingo Brings Laughter and Community to Cicero Seniors

Spring Bingo Brings Laughter and Community to Cicero Seniors The Cicero Community Center was filled with excitement and camaraderie this morning as residents gathered for the annual Spring Bingo event. Beginning at 10 a.m., the event brought together community members for a morning of fun, friendly competition, and meaningful social engagement. Senior Center Director Diana Dominick welcomed attendees with warm words, emphasizing the importance of events like these in strengthening the bonds of the community. [Learn More]

Seniors Hearts and Shamrocks dance Feb 2025

Seniors Celebrate Hearts and Shamrocks Event with Community Leaders

Seniors Celebrate Hearts and Shamrocks Event with Community Leaders Please view video on: https://vimeopro.com/user26267638/new-cicero-tv. Visit Facebook.com/TownofCicero to view more photos The Cicero Senior Center was filled with warmth and excitement as community members gathered for the annual Hearts and Shamrocks celebration, an event that blended the spirit of Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day. The event brought seniors together to share friendship, joy, and cherished moments, while local leaders expressed their appreciation for the community. [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]

Town of Cicero presents grant to Community Chest of Cicero

Town of Cicero presents grant to Community Chest of Cicero Town Clerk Maria Punzo-Arias and Trustee Victor Garcia attended the annual Christmas Dinner Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Community Chest of Cicero in December. John S. Kociolko, Chest President and former Town Assessor, conducted the program at the Red Feather Building, assisted by Treasurer Gary Nation and Secretary Denis Kowalewski. Punzo-Arias and Kociolko opened the event, on behalf of Town President Larry [Learn More]

(From Left Trustees Bob Porod, John Cava, Victor Garcia, Assessor Emilio Cundari, Clerk Maria Punzo-Arias, businessman Phil Fuentes, Collector Fran Reitz, Health Director Vanessa Parrish, President Larry Dominick, Senior Director Diana Dominick, Trustee Blanca Vargas, Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar, Business Director Ismael Vargas. Photo credit Town of Cicero.)

President Dominick breaks ground on 100 percent disability accessible playground

President Dominick breaks ground on 100 percent disability accessible playground Cicero, IL — Town President Larry Dominick broke ground on Monday (Sept. 23, 2024) on the town’s first 100 percent disability accessible playground, joined by officials from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), state, county and town leaders at 1844 S. Laramie Avenue. The new “Phil Fuentes Ability Park,” dedicated in honor of local businessman Phil Fuentes who has succeeded past his own [Learn More]

The Town of Cicero Clergy Committee hosted its annual National Day of Prayer on Tuesday July 30, 2024 celebrating the community's religious diversity at Morton College.

National Prayer Day celebrates Cicero’s religious diversity

National Prayer Day celebrates Cicero’s religious diversity The Town of Cicero Clergy Committee hosted its annual National Day of Prayer on Tuesday July 30, 2024 celebrating the community’s religious diversity at Morton College. The celebration included musical entertainment and representation from all of the Town’s religious institutions and presentations from several officials including a message from Town President Larry Dominick, who was a former Police officer before becoming Town President in 2005. A special tribute [Learn More]

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias presents technology grant to the Cicero Library June 6, 2024

Cicero Public Library receives $27,500 in tech grant funding

Cicero Public Library receives $27,500 in tech grant funding On Thursday, June 6 at 11am Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias visited the Cicero Public Library to announce over 100 libraries would receive tech grants. The Cicero Public Library is one of those libraries receiving $27,500. “It’s a pleasure to join you all at this incredible library today,” said Secretary of State Giannoulias. “We are here today to announce the allocation of $2 million in new [Learn More]

Chaplain Ismael Vargas, Clerk Maria Punzo-Arias, WSCPA President and Cicero First Deputy Police Chief Luis Gutierrez, Collector Fran Reitz, Assessor Emo Cundari, and Cicero Police Chief Tom Boyle.

Cicero First Deputy Police Chief named head of West Suburban Chiefs of Police (WSCOP)

Cicero First Deputy Police Chief named head of West Suburban Chiefs of Police (WSCOP) Town President Larry Dominick and the Town of Cicero Board of Trustees congratulated 1st Deputy Police Supt. Luis Gutierrez who was honored on September 6, 2023, and sworn in as the new incoming President of the West Suburban Chiefs of Police Association (WSCOP). Gutierrez is the first Command Officer from the Cicero Police Department to be sworn in as President of [Learn More]

Senior Director Diana Dominick with attendees at the Spring Breakfast Bingo April 12, 2023

Seniors enjoy Spring Breakfast Bingo at Community Center

Seniors enjoy Spring Breakfast Bingo at Community Center Town President Larry Dominick and the Cicero Senior Center hosted a Spring Bingo celebrating Easter at the Cicero Community Center on April 12. The Cicero Community Center gym was decorated with pink and yellow balloons and volunteers from District 99 served breakfast to all the seniors. Mrs. Dominick, Director of the Cicero Senior Center, welcomed every senior to their first Spring Breakfast Bingo of this year. “I [Learn More]

Cicero officials join volunteers from local motorcycle clubs to collect toys to donate to needy children and families

Cicero officials and motorcycle clubs organize annual toy drive to support the Town’s Christmas giveaways

Cicero officials and motorcycle clubs organize annual toy drive to support the Town’s Christmas giveaways Volunteers from the Town of Cicero came together Saturday to conduct the First Annual Toy Run. The event was hosted by the Town of Cicero and several motorcycle clubs from the local area including Stainless Machinez Motorcycle Club. All bikers were invited to join in the ride which started at 10 AM and road through the community collecting toys for [Learn More]