Tiffany Henyard Criticized for $85,000 Party While Dolton's Deficit Soars

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The Mayor of Dolton, Illinois, has come under scrutiny for hosting an $85,000 event that reportedly had minimal attendance. The event featured R&B singer Keke Wyatt and rapper J. Holiday.

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Supermayor Henyard defended her actions amidst public and media criticism, going so far as to claim that the trustees and the public lack operational talent.

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In a tense board meeting on September 12, 2024, Supervisor Henyard was outvoted by the trustees on the budget ordinance for upcoming community programs and events, just days after voicing her criticism. A resounding majority opposed her recommendations.

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Henyard's administration is facing multiple legal challenges: a lawsuit from a former Dolton village employee alleging sexual misconduct, and two cases from former employees Larry Lawrence and Dwayne Thrash, who claim they were fired in retaliation for not participating in a scheme.

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Tiffany Henyard Criticized for $85,000 Party While Dolton's Deficit Soars

The Mayor of Dolton, Illinois, has come under scrutiny for hosting an $85,000 event that reportedly had minimal attendance. The event featured R&B singer Keke Wyatt and rapper J. Holiday.

Supermayor Henyard defended her actions amidst public and media criticism, going so far as to claim that the trustees and the public lack operational talent.

In a tense board meeting on September 12, 2024, Supervisor Henyard was outvoted by the trustees on the budget ordinance for upcoming community programs and events, just days after voicing her criticism. A resounding majority opposed her recommendations.

Henyard's administration is facing multiple legal challenges: a lawsuit from a former Dolton village employee alleging sexual misconduct, and two cases from former employees Larry Lawrence and Dwayne Thrash, who claim they were fired in retaliation for not participating in a scheme.

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