Economic Development
Economic Development
The Village of Harwood Heights is the perfect location for any business. With easy access to I-90 and the CTA Blue Line, the Village is just 15 minutes from O’Hare International Airport and 30 minutes from Downtown Chicago. There are over 650,000 people and 230,000 households within a five-mile radius of the Village. Whether you are looking for a site for new development or a turnkey retail space, Harwood Heights has it!
For more information on available opportunities or to just learn more about what the Village has to offer, contact the Village’s Economic Development Coordinator, Dan Gardner at dantgardner@outlook.com.
Village Board
Village Board
The Village of Harwood Heights is governed by the Mayor and a six-member Board of Trustees.
Visit our Elected Officials page for more information.
Fire Department
Fire Department
The Norwood Park Fire Protection District is responsible for providing Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services to the Villages of Norridge & Harwood Heights, and Norwood Park Township. It is located at 7447 W. Lawrence, Harwood Heights, IL 60706.
For more information about the Norwood Park Fire Protection District, please visit their website.
Library
Library
The Eisenhower Public Library District serves Harwood Heights and Norridge residents. It is located at 4613 N. Oketo Avenue, Harwood Heights, IL 60706.
For more information about the Eisenhower Library, please visit their website.
A message from our mayor
As an elected official I feel it is important to be dedicated to serve a community and its residents; to share in the concept of working with others; and, most important, the willingness to listen. My past history brings forth management skills, project accomplishments, and community dedication - and I look forward to using my experience to guide our community to greater "heights." Working together will bring a better tomorrow as we are a nation to share, to strive, to learn, and to fulfill.
Harwood Heights Village-wide Garage Sale 6/24-6/26/22
The annual Village-wide Garage Sale will take place Friday, June 24 – Sunday, June 26, 2022 from 9:00am – 5:00pm. Please call the Village Hall 708-867-7200 to register for one, two, or all three days. Deadline to register will be Tuesday, June 21 at noon. A list of participating residents’ addresses will be available for… Read More: Harwood Heights Village-wide Garage Sale 6/24-6/26/22
Waste Service Day Change – Effective 05/03/22
Beginning Tuesday, May 3, 2022 your waste and recycling day may be changing. All current Thursday and Friday garbage pickup days will change to Tuesday. Wednesday pickup days will remain the same. This service day change only affects residential households (3-flats or less). If you have any questions, please contact Republic Services at 847-981-0091 or… Read More: Waste Service Day Change – Effective 05/03/22
“Drop It And Drive” Enforcement Results
The month of April was Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The Harwood Heights Police Department partnered with the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies throughout the state to remind motorists to “Drop It and Drive.” Using a phone in anything other than hands free mode is dangerous… Read More: “Drop It And Drive” Enforcement Results
Scholarships for Harwood Heights High School Seniors
The Harwood Heights Village Board is happy to announce that the Village, in partnership with Republic Services, has four scholarships available in the amount of $500 each – based on the volume of collected recyclable items. Scholarships will be awarded to Harwood Heights senior students who maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0… Read More: Scholarships for Harwood Heights High School Seniors
Republic Services’ Recycling Simplified
The Village of Harwood Heights’ contracted recycling hauler is Republic Services. Each year Republic Services provides several scholarships to local high school students based on the amount our Village recycles, so please make sure to recycle! Learn more about their updated recycling guidelines, which includes what to recycle and how to prepare your recyclables, by… Read More: Republic Services’ Recycling Simplified
Mama & Me at the Salvation Army (begins 4/4/22)
The Salvation Army located at 8354 W. Foster, Norridge will be hosting a Mama & Me program beginning April 4, 2022. This program will provide a safe place for kids to play – and a place for moms to make friends and be encouraged. It will be held on Mondays at 10:00am and it’s for… Read More: Mama & Me at the Salvation Army (begins 4/4/22)
Attention All Veterans
To all veterans – the Norridge American Legion Post 1263 welcomes you to join their Post. The first year’s dues are FREE! Call Rizz at 708-867-5031 or Jim Galati at 773-885-2308.
FY 2021-2022 Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Meeting Dates
In accordance with the applicable statutes of the State of Illinois and ordinances of the Village of Schiller Park, the Village of Harwood Heights and the Village of Norridge, notice is hereby given that meetings of the Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board of Directors occur the second Tuesday of every other month at 1:30 pm in… Read More: FY 2021-2022 Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Meeting Dates
Covid 19 Vaccine Information
As of April 2022, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provided updated guidelines with regard to booster vaccinations for immunocompromised people. For a link to their website that explains all of the guidelines, click here. There are many vaccination locations across Cook County, including Walgreens, CVS, Jewel-Osco, and Meijer. Most require or recommend making an… Read More: Covid 19 Vaccine Information
Post Office Delay Issues
It appears that there are lags again in post office delivery. We have again made formal complaints to the local and main post office. Mayor Arlene Jezierny would like you to call our office 708-867-7200 so we can list those addresses in Harwood Heights that are experiencing delays or no mail at all. We will… Read More: Post Office Delay Issues