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].
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 & Republic Services Scholarship for 1 High School Senior
The Harwood Heights Village Board is happy to announce that the Village, in partnership with Republic Services, has available one (1) Scholarship in the amount of $500 based on the volume of collected recyclable items. The Scholarship will be awarded to a Harwood Heights resident who is a Senior in High School and maintains a… Read More: Harwood Heights & Republic Services Scholarship for 1 High School Senior
Step Up April Distracted Driving Enforcement Campaign
In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Harwood Heights Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies across Illinois to step up enforcement efforts throughout April. Motorists can expect increased patrols looking for texting, social media use, video viewing and other distracted driving… Read More: Step Up April Distracted Driving Enforcement Campaign
St. Patrick’s Day Impaired Driving Campaign Results
The Harwood Heights Police Department conducted enhanced traffic enforcement during the St. Patrick’s Day campaign from March 13-23, 2026 reminding motorists to buckle up and drive sober. During the campaign, Harwood Heights officers worked an additional 94 hours of patrol and took the following enforcement actions: conducted 97 traffic stops; made 6 traffic-related arrests; issued 32… Read More: St. Patrick’s Day Impaired Driving Campaign Results
USPS Postmark Policy Change & Vote By Mail Ballots
The Cook County Clerk’s Office has provided important information regarding the USPS Postmark changes and how that may affect vote by mail ballots. Effective January 1, 2026, the US Postal Service (USPS) changed how postmarks are defined. Postmarks now reflect the date mail is processed – NOT the date it is dropped off. Processing can… Read More: USPS Postmark Policy Change & Vote By Mail Ballots
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