The Town of Cicero marked Earth Day on April 22 with a tree planting event attended by community leaders, staff, and contractors. Town President Larry Dominick joined crews to plant a new tree, participating directly in the effort to improve the local environment.
Earth Day is observed each year on April 22 as a global reminder of the importance of environmental protection. In Cicero, this occasion was recognized through an initiative that aimed to contribute to cleaner air and greener public spaces for residents.
Dominick said, “Earth Day is a reminder that taking care of our environment starts right here at home. Planting trees may seem like a small act, but it has a lasting impact. It’s about creating a cleaner, greener Cicero for our families, our children, and generations to come.”
The Town of Cicero provides municipal services such as public safety, senior assistance and recreational facilities to residents in Cook County, Illinois. It maintains infrastructure and promotes community development through partnerships with local businesses and organizations. As one of the oldest municipalities in Illinois, incorporated in 1867 according to the official website.
Cicero also supports cultural and social well-being through programs including senior services and bilingual community assistance according to the official website. The town operates facilities such as Community Park, Community Center and Senior Center according to the official website, extending its municipal services throughout neighborhoods in Cook County according to the official website. Partnerships with local businesses and organizations are part of efforts to promote economic development according to the official website.
The name “Cicero” comes from Roman statesman Marcus Tullius Cicero according to the official website.
