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Basic Information The Village of Alsip operates under the mayoral form of government. The Mayor assisted by an Administrator manages the daily operations of the Village. The legislative authority of the Village is comprised of a six member (trustees) forming the municipal council. Each elected official serves a four year term, the trustees four year election terms are staggered (three one election and three the next election). In order to maintain established Village services, and provide new ones, each trustee is assigned as a chairperson to oversee one or more departments of Village government. This Village Board meets twice monthly to ensure that such services as; Police, Fire, Emergency Medical, Health, Street maintenance, Snow Removal, and Water and Sewer Services are provided in a timely and efficient manner. The Village currently employs approximately 150 personnel with increases depending on seasonal needs. The Village operates on an annual budget of $23 million dollars. The Village owns and operates its own water system supplied by Lake Michigan water purchased through the City of Chicago. Geography Alsip is located at 41 40 14 North, 87 53 56 West (41.670433, -87.732199) [127th Street and Cicero Avenue] . Demographics Covering approximately 9 square miles, the Village of Alsip is located at the Cicero Avenue/127th Street Exits of the Tri-State Toll-way. The community has a residential population of over 19,000. Affordable housing for families of various income levels and space needs is available on the form of single family homes, condominiums, town-homes and rental units. Alsip is comprised of both new and established housing in all categories. The population is relatively young with a median age of 34.2 years. 57% of the working population is employed in white collar positions. The other 43% is engaged in work categorized as blue collar. 48.9% of Alsip families have incomes between $35,000 and 75,000 annually. Over 800 commercial, industrial, retail and corporate businesses currently find Alsip a profitable place to do business. Those companies create employment for over 20,000 workers. Alsip's excellent location and plentiful supply of skilled and semi-skilled labor continue to attract new business to the community. Alsip combines established and growing business with a suburban residential atmosphere to provide a strong community for businesses and residents. The broad commercial and industrial tax base assures quality municipal, educational and recreational services to all property owners. The Alsip Economic Development Commission serves to promote business growth and attract new business to Alsip. Information on sites available, population and demographics are available through the Alsip Economic Development Commission AEDC. |
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Village of Alsip |
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