As mayor of Riverdale, Mayor Jackson has established a vision that leaves no one behind. He continues to lead positive change for Riverdale.
The Village of Riverdale is located along the southern border of the City of Chicago. Riverdale is located within Southeast Cook County, and is situated between Harvey, Dolton, and Blue Island, and has close proximity to both I-57 and I-94. The total village square miles is 3.7
A Journey Back in Time: The History of The Village of Riverdale
1835
First settlers came to the area in 1835, and the areas of Riverdale and Dolton were practically one community until each incorporated in 1892
1850
1850 Riverdale was developed as a farming community by the 1850’s and industries of distilleries, lumber yards, ice houses, cattle pens, barrel makers, and sugar refineries followed.
1892
1918
Acme Steel Company became a major force in the local economy in 1918.
1945
After World War II, many of the soldiers came to Riverdale, which played a role in the expansion of the village. The railroads became a big part of the village’s progression into the mid 1900’s. Today the CSX and IHB make up two of the village’s largest railroad yards.
As mayor of Riverdale, Mayor Lawrence has established a vision that leaves no one behind. He continues to lead positive change for Riverdale.
The city council have the real super powers as administraion to lead country.
The Village of Riverdale is governed by a Mayor and Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees is made up of 6 members elected on a 4 year cycle. There are several departments that make up the Village of Riverdale. These include:
These are our Department locations over the city.
