Dolton Mayor’s Meeting Chaos Amidst Allegations of Misconduct

Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard, facing allegations of financial misconduct and an FBI investigation, held a board meeting despite its postponement by trustees, further escalating tensions in the suburban Illinois town. The meeting lacked a quorum, and the mayor appointed new staff despite a lack of legal authority. The mayor maintains that her administration has cleaned up Dolton, but a preliminary report by former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot revealed a significant drop in the town’s general fund balance and excessive spending by Henyard.

Illinois Mayor Accused of Extravagant Spending, Potential Bankrupting of Village

Mayor Tiffany Henyard of Dolton, Illinois, is facing mounting accusations of financial mismanagement and potential corruption. The Illinois State Comptroller has suspended funds to the village due to unfiled financial reports, and a former Chicago mayor’s investigation revealed excessive spending by Henyard, including a $33,000 Amazon purchase. Meanwhile, a former deputy police chief indicted for bankruptcy fraud remains in a leadership role, raising further concerns about Henyard’s judgment. The ongoing FBI investigation into Henyard’s actions highlights the precarious financial situation in Dolton and the mayor’s controversial leadership style.

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