Village of Calumet Park

03/03/2022

It’s Back ‼️ We are proud to announce that the 2nd Annual South Suburban Vegan Festival is returning to Calumet Park; and this time for 2 days back-to-back! To be hosted on Saturday, March 26 - Sunday, March 27th. 11am - 7pm on both days.

Created & organized by renowned vegan chef, the incredible Ale'jandro Flenorl who organized the 1st event here back in Nov. 2019. An event which clocked over 500+ people throughout the day 😮

Chef’s vision in presenting this, is to encourage everyone to come out and experience wholistic life options, healthy eating & alternative lifestyle choices that will both nourish your body and feed your soul. 🥗💚

Support the cause and your Village 💪🏽

02/25/2022

TGIF Residents! We’re stopping by to inform to you all that we’re making incredible progress on the demolition of the former Seven Holy Founders campus (Rectory, Convent, School, and Garage), in preparation of developing our landmark Village Green park project. Major thanks and recognition to the Cook County Sheriff’s Dept. (R.E.N.E.W. Team) for their phenomenal work. Cook County Sheriff's Office (Official)

This park project, launched by Mayor Denson, will be known as the “Village Green;” sitting at the center of our Village, spanning Ada St. from 124th – 125th St.

This extraordinary undertaking will greatly improve the quality of life in our Village, by emphasizing what’s best in our community; the joy of our youth, the amenities a young family will appreciate, and areas of peace and serenity for our seniors.

As always, we acknowledge and respect what has come before, and do so knowing that we are building upon consecrated ground. In that same spirit, we move forward by honoring the former Catholic mission by dedicating this park to the service of uplifting every man, woman, and child. A charge that is both sacred and worth doing.

Mayor Denson and the Parks & Recreation Dept. will ensure this park comes to fruition with majority grant funding sources.
Have a great weekend!

02/24/2022

What a complete success! 65 people came out Feb. 11th on Valentine's Weekend and had a fantastic time. We even went an hour later that night by popular request. If you missed out, come by next time, as Mayor Denson & Parks + Rec promises to throw another safe party!

02/02/2022

Attention residents, FYI, there will be no pickup today, they will be pushed back. Please be safe out there in the ❄️ snowstorm!!!

01/26/2022

The Village of Calumet Park is honored to have sworn in two new, full-time officers. Here they are pictured: Top Right: Officer McKinney. Bottom Right: Officer Harkabuzik.

Everyone from the Mayor, to both Chief Fletcher (far left) and Deputy Chief Mobley (far right) welcomes them aboard, in service to our great Village!

01/25/2022

Message from Police Chief Fletcher:

Members of the Calumet Park Police Department, Fire Department and CalComm were honored to have been selected to participate in a First Net television commercial, which highlights how broadband technologies can be valuable tools in public safety response and operations.

On behalf of Mayor Denson, I am proud of all of our first responders who deserve this important and positive recognition. Thank you FirstNet!

01/20/2022

Start the countdown! On Friday, Feb 11th @ CPPRD, from 6pm - 10pm, we'll be hosting our 1st Valentine's Day skate party in decades; it's back in full effect! We encourage everyone ages 25+ to come out, as we've got a live DJ, good refreshments, and an even greater time. "The Place to Be" Indeed!

01/17/2022

Let us all take time to recognize and honor the late, great Rev. Dr. King by being the best examples of change in our own lives and for others; for every day that we can.

12/17/2021

This Saturday, on the 18th Recreation Center, we'll be throwing our Annual Christmas Celebration, with an Ugly Sweater Theme, starting at 10am.

Bring out your kids and the young at heart for games & activities, a magic show, and fantastic goodies. The Cal Park Fire Dept. will also be hosting their annual Toy Drive as well; so come on out and join the fun!

12/06/2021

Good Monday Morning to you, CP! We are once more, proudly honoring both our Village Seniors and Veterans, by hosting our 6th Annual Luncheon, this Saturday at 11am, @ the Calumet Park Recreation Center! Good food, entertainment, info. and giveaways, for our citizens who have already given us so much.

Please RSVP by calling Angela Doranski at 1(708) 926-7406, and join us for a great time! We hope to see you all soon.

11/15/2021

Help us answer the call & keep the Village safe!

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!!!

Now Hiring Current Certified Firefighter/Licensed Paramedic!!!

Calumet Park Fire Department
Firefighter/Paramedic

To apply please click the link below

https://kurtz-careers-gmr.icims.com/jobs/13677/calumet-park-fire-department--firefighter-paramedic/job

11/11/2021

On behalf of Mayor Denson, our Board of Trustees and our Veteran’s Committee, we honor our Veterans and thank you all for your service, in defense of our great nation. Salute!

11/08/2021

Good morning Village! Metra is sponsoring an essay contest for grades K-12, please go to: www.metracontest.com to enter, good luck and stay safe out there!

10/19/2021

This past Friday (10/15/2021), with a turnout close to 100 people, Mayor Denson & the Village Team informed the residents of all the major updates for what’s being done and what’s planned for 2022!

Everything from the grocery store, our housing stock survey by the Illinois Housing Development Authority, to seven-figure grants, Park construction, infrastructure upgrades, community safety, and the landmark housing development that will breaking ground next year on 124th & Ashland!

We’re excited for 2022 and beyond, and guess what, we’re just getting started, we are CP !

10/18/2021

Our 1st Midnight Rumble was a solid start, kicking off more skate parties to come! We’re looking at Feb. 2022 for our second party; more info to come. We’re confident that as the word gets out, it’ll get back to how it was from the 70s - 90s!

10/12/2021

Hello CP Residents & Supporters! We've got have another jampacked weekend for you all 🔥 First up, we've got a MAJOR Town Hall w/updates hosted by Mayor Denson this Friday on October 15th, starting at 5pm, right here at the Recreation Center!

And then...on the very next day, Saturday the 16th, we'll be having our 1st EVER MIDNIGHT SKATE RUMBLE!!! From 8pm - Midnight! Adults only, must be 30 and up, $5 admission, and we encourage everyone to bring their skates! We'll have a DJ, concession stand for food and refreshments, and a great overall atmosphere.

See you here, first to get some info and then to have some fun and continue to make CP "The Place to Be!"

09/11/2021

On a day where evil rose, the best of America responded. Be they 1st responders who ran in getting others to safety, to the everyday citizens who stepped up to save others...in every conceivable way; they became heroes. Though 20 years has passed since September 11, 2001, we must never forget. May all who lost their lives have rest and their memories be a blessing.

08/04/2021

Great News! the CodeRed that went out informed the residents that the Village now has ownership of the former Ultra Foods property. After years of negotiations, we now have the opportunity to work on securing the grocery store our community deserves!

As of now, THREE major grocers are highly interested. Please lend your support to Mayor Denson and our Village Board, who continue to fight for you, by ending this food desert and ensuring economic prosperity for residents now and generations to come!

07/10/2021

Good Afternoon! Calumet Park's Finest are asking residents of the Village, and any who would serve, to apply for open positions in the Police Dept. (In Photo Below)

This posting also includes info. for interested Lateral Transfers from other Police Departments. For more info on that, please call 1(708) 926-7345 & the link for that is: http://nebula.wsimg.com/55ef5ede6c837477de8f83807e196ac0?AccessKeyId=E15E630CE0CF346BCEB1&disposition=0&alloworigin=1

As always, please stay safe!

07/06/2021

As a Village, we stand in honor to both recognize and congratulate one of our own, Damari Reed, to win a State title for Wrestling at Shepard High School. Since his early childhood days, Mr. Reed began working and perfecting his craft, all leading up to this moment. Amazing work, young man!

Reed wins state championship
Congratulations to Shepard junior Damari Reed on winning the Illinois Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association state championship at 152 pounds. Coach Scott Richardson notes that Damari became the first Shepard state champion since 1984!

07/04/2021

Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July!

06/20/2021

To every Father here and those that have stood in the breach, we salute you!

06/19/2021

From Mayor Denson and the Board: Remember, Honor, and Celebrate Freedom always. Have a Happy & Safe Juneteenth!

05/31/2021

On this day, we take time to honor our fallen, our sacred dead; who from generation to generation, either answered the call or stepped into service. They fought and gave their lives so that others might live. We remember them forever, and pay tribute to them on this Memorial Day.

05/20/2021

Hey CP, good afternoon! Mayor Denson and our Board firmly believe that our residents, especially our youth, deserve an opportunity to work right here in their own Village!

We're still accepting applications for the Parks & Recreation Dept. CPPRD, until Monday, May 27th by 6pm. So tell your Cal Park youth, to come and apply! Must be at least 14 years of age. Call 1(708) 597-3535 for more info 👍

Come for the application, stay for the adventure!

05/19/2021

Hey CP! 👋🏼 Even during last year, we planted and reaped from our 1st ever Community Garden 🪴 (at 123rd & Lincoln St.)! Due to Mayor Denson’s vision and our commitment to the future.

But it can’t end here!

This year, we’re expanding! But we need the community to come out and volunteer to get the Garden up and running 🙏🏼

Please call CPPRD @1(708) 597-3535 for more info.

Here are some photos from last year’s season.

The Place To...”Nourish the Spirit and feed the Soul!”

05/18/2021

We Need You CP! We're looking for volunteers to help get our 2nd Community Garden up and running. Our 1st Garden was a success last year, but we're expanding and need all hands on deck! For more, please call CPPRD @ 1(708) 597-3535 to register. Let's "Nourish the Spirit, and feed the Soul!"

05/10/2021

Good Morning Calumet Park, good news! the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is coming to Calumet Park, THIS SATURDAY, May 15th, from 9am - 1pm, right here at CPPRD, located at 12426 S Loomis St.

Mayor Denson encourages everyone to sign up using the link:
https://bit.ly/3aYqSvK or call at 1(833) 621-1284.

We are partnering with the Village of Robbins and the Family Health Christian Center, to bring this to our residents.

Let's get back to normal, hope to see you here!

05/09/2021

From Mayor Denson and the Village, we wish every Mother, Grandmother, Stand-In Mothers, Mothers-to-Be, Stepmothers, Mothers who have passed on and to the women who are mothers to all here in Calumet Park. Know that you are loved, you are honored, and you are appreciated ❤️

05/05/2021

We would like to wish our residents in the Village and all your families, a safe and memorable Cinco de Mayo!

05/02/2021

Happy Sunday Cal Park! On this gorgeous day, here's a great announcement from UPS on...Jobs, Jobs, Jobs! Some positions as high as $27/hr and others to help with College tuition. So please consider and apply or pass along, thank you, good luck!

04/01/2021

Good Morning Residents!
A message from our Mayor and the Police Dept:

April is "National Distracted Driving Awareness Month," and the Calumet Park Police Department, through the Illinois Department of Transportation Distracted Driving Grant, will be conducting enforcement of the distracted driving laws throughout the month.

Motorists will see an increase in patrol and traffic stops targeting these laws.

So remember to use hands-free and Bluetooth devices or pull over to a SAFE location to take that important phone call or text message.

"Stay alive, don't text and drive!”

03/04/2021

After two, productive and consequential years, our Village now has a brand-new, Comprehensive Plan for the years 2020 thru 2030. This plan focuses on economic development, the future of housing, and quality of life to name a few. At the bottom is the link to view and download!

Mayor Denson and the Board would like to express their profound gratitude to Ms. Leslie Roth of RATIO Architects and Mr. Patrick Day of Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning for gathering Village participation and input; as you, our great residents, gave your ideas and comments throughout this entire process, all of which led to this moment.

Once more, we say thank you. Thank you Calumet Park residents, stakeholders, committed partners from our seniors to our youth, and to everyone who had a hand in the development of this document.

It is now not only a living document but a covenant, a covenant for us now and for our future, and the promise that it holds.

Here is the link to view and download at home or on the go!

Calumet Park: "The Place to Be!"

https://www.invexdesign.com/cal_park_comp_plan_reduced.pdf