Joliet Township Government Presented at Active Threat & Mental Wellness 2024 Conference

Joliet Township Government was honored to be a presenting partner at the City of Joliet’s Active Threat & Mental Wellness 2024 Conference, held November 13–15. During the event, Joliet Township showcased its Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Services, highlighting efforts to reduce gun violence and support trauma recovery. Presentations also emphasized the CVI Behavioral Health program and the CVI Council’s work in aligning local violence prevention strategies.

The Joliet Township Government’s Transportation Department was also featured, demonstrating its critical role in connecting residents to essential resources such as healthcare and education, fostering community well-being.

The conference brought together experts and organizations for impactful discussions and resource sharing. For more details, visit activethreat.org.

Our offices will be closed this Election Day, Tuesday, November 5. We will return to the office on Wednesday, November 6 at 8:30 am.
The full 2024 Township Holiday Calendar can be found at https://www.joliettownship.net/public-info/agenda-minutes/
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(ESP) Nuestras oficinas estarán cerradas este día de las elecciones, martes, 5 de noviembre. Volveremos el miércoles,6 de noviembre a las 8:30 am.
El calendario completo de los días feriados del municipio en 2024 está disponible en https://www.joliettownship.net/public-info/agenda-minutes/

Recruitment Session: Thursday, October 17, 2024

Recruitment Session
Save the date! Join Joliet Township Government’s CVI Services for a Recruitment Session with representatives from County Prestress & Precast, LLC on Thursday, October 17, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 172 S. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL.
This session is a great opportunity to explore career openings as a Yard Team Member, with benefits that include health and wellness programs, financial perks, insurance, career growth opportunities, and team member appreciation.
Free roundtrip transportation is provided by Joliet Township Government’s Transportation Department from the following locations:
River Walk Community: Pickup at 9:30 AM, return at 11:45 AM
Tony’s Market: Pickup at 10:30 AM, return at 12:30 PM
Seating is limited for transportation, so be sure to reserve your spot early!
Don’t miss this chance to meet with recruiters and learn about a rewarding career! For more information or to arrange transportation, call 815-553-3317, ext. 601 or 603.

Hope and Healing: Trauma for All Ages

JOLIET, IL – September 27, 2024. Thank you to everyone who attended “Hope and Healing: Trauma Awareness for All Ages” this week. We appreciate your engagement and commitment to learning about trauma and its impact on young people and families.
The “Hope and Healing: Trauma Awareness for All Ages” presentation is designed for young people ages 6-24 and their parents/guardians. During this session, therapists cover:
  • What Trauma Is: Understand what trauma is and how it can affect individuals and families.
  • Symptoms: Learn to recognize signs that someone may be impacted by trauma.
  • Coping Skills: Discover effective ways to manage trauma and improve well-being at home.
Our goal is to help families understand trauma, find ways to heal, and build resilience together.
This presentation was given by our trauma-informed behavioral therapists from the CVI Behavioral Health program, Karissa Fleming, LCSW and Haydee Martinez-Rosales, QMPH.

Next REIAL Meeting: October 9, 2024

REIAL Monthly Meeting | Reunión mensual de REIAL
JOLIET, IL – September 26, 2024. The Racial Equity Impact Assessment League (REIAL) will hold its next virtual meeting on October 9, 2024, at 1:00 PM via Zoom. REIAL is a league of community leaders and elected officials that meets monthly to align violence prevention resources and activities. This meeting will provide an opportunity to discuss updates, collaborate on initiatives, and promote equity and inclusion across the community.
Meetings take place on the second Wednesday of each month. If your organization is interested in joining, please RSVP by contacting LeShae Hudson, Violence Prevention Council Coordinator, at lhudson@joliettownship.net. You can join the meeting using the following link: bit.ly/REIALMeeting.
For more information, visit the REIAL website at bit.ly/JolietREIAL.
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La Liga de Evaluación de Impacto en la Equidad Racial (REIAL) celebrará su próxima reunión virtual el 9 de octubre de 2024, a la 1:00 PM a través de Zoom. REIAL es una liga de líderes comunitarios y funcionarios electos que se reúne mensualmente para alinear recursos y actividades de prevención de la violencia. Esta reunión brindará la oportunidad de discutir actualizaciones, colaborar en iniciativas y promover la equidad y la inclusión en toda la comunidad.
Las reuniones se llevan a cabo el segundo miércoles de cada mes. Si su organización está interesada en unirse, comuníquese con LeShae Hudson, Coordinadora del Consejo de Prevención de la Violencia, al lhudson@joliettownship.net. Puede unirse a la reunión utilizando el siguiente enlace: bit.ly/REIALMeeting.
Para más información, visite el sitio web de REIAL en bit.ly/JolietREIAL.

Upcoming Board Meeting: October 8, 2024

Board Meeting | Reunión de la Junta
Joliet Township residents,a Regular Board Meeting will commence at 5 pm on Tuesday, October 8th. Join us at 175 West Jefferson St. Joliet, IL 60432. Learn more at www.joliettownship.net.
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(ESP) Residentes del Municipio de Joliet, la junta del mes comenzará a las 5 pm el martes, 8 de octubre. Tomará lugar en el 175 West Jefferson St. Joliet, IL 60432. Más información en www.joliettownship.net.