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Council approves consulting agreement with Blanchette Strategic for water projects
Summary
Chicago Heights approved Resolution #2026-64 to enter a consulting services agreement with Blanchette Strategic, LLC for water system advisory management; the mayor said Craig Blanchette will retain his Public Utilities Superintendent title and may consult for other municipalities.
The City Council voted to approve a consulting services agreement with Blanchette Strategic, LLC under Resolution #2026-64 on June 3, 2026. Alderman Renee Smith moved the resolution and Alderman Vincent Zaranti seconded; the motion passed 7–0.
Mayor David Gonzalez explained that Craig Blanchette would "continue to provide services on a consulting basis for the completion of all water projects that were currently ongoing in the City. Under the agreement, he would retain his title of Public Utilities Superintendent, and he would have the opportunity to consult with other municipalities to provide the same types of services." The minutes do not include contract duration, compensation details, or reporting requirements.
