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 [email protected].
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.
Memorial Day “Click It Or Ticket” Campaign Results
The Harwood Heights Police Department issued 37 citations during the Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” enforcement period. “Through the Memorial Day enforcement campaign, we helped make Illinois roads safer and spread the word that seat belts save lives,” said Sergeant Nick Ramirez. During the Memorial Day Campaign, Harwood Heights officers worked an additional 30 hours… Read More: Memorial Day “Click It Or Ticket” Campaign Results
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