VILLAGE OF MATTESON TO HOST SWEARING-IN CEREMONY CELEBRATING SUBSTANTIAL COMMUNITY PROGRESS

Village of Matteson Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin Photo provide by STH Media
Village of Matteson Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin Photo provide by STH Media

VILLAGE OF MATTESON TO HOST SWEARING-IN CEREMONY CELEBRATING SUBSTANTIAL COMMUNITY PROGRESS

 

MATTESON MARKS A NEW TERM WITH OVER TWENTY FIVE MILLION DOLLARS IN RESERVES

 

“TOGETHER, WE’VE PROVEN THAT SMART GOVERNANCE, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND INCLUSIVE PLANNING CAN ACHIEVE REAL LASTING CHANGE.”

 

Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 @ 7:30 PM

4900 Village Commons, Matteson, IL 60443

 

(Matteson, IL) The Village of Matteson will proudly host its official Swearing-In Ceremony on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 7:30 PM, at the Village Hall Council Chambers, located at 4900 Village Commons, Matteson, IL 60443. This ceremonial event marks an important civic moment for the community and invites residents to take part in celebrating the continuation of Matteson’s bold vision for growth, inclusion, and prosperity.


Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin was re-elected to her third term with nearly 90% of the vote. In addition, the mayor’s entire slate enjoyed overwhelming victories as well. Village Clerk Yumeka Brown was re-elected after running unopposed. Incumbent Trustees’ Adam Shorter and Carolyn Palmer received tremendous support in their successful quest for re-election as well as businessman Stacy Leak who was also overwhelmingly elected as a first time Trustee.


Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin will deliver her inaugural address, outlining her continued bold vision for the Village of Matteson. Her remarks will highlight future plans for strategic economic development and sustained investments in public safety. Members of the community are strongly encouraged to attend this public gathering and witness the dedication of public servants committed to advancing Matteson’s promising future.


Over the past several years, Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin has led Matteson through a transformative journey. Inheriting a challenging landscape defined by the departure of major retail chains, she immediately spearheaded a dynamic economic development strategy. Her leadership attracted Amazon, facilitated the development of 400 new housing units, and welcomed dozens of new businesses, positioning Matteson as a regional leader in sustainable, inclusive growth. With the steadfast support of the Village Board of Trustees and administrative team, the Village has been proudly recognized as the new Diverse Mecca of Cook County—a place where opportunity and quality of life flourish for all residents.


“Matteson is a community in ascension,” said Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin. “Thanks to the unwavering support of our residents, we’ve built a foundation that honors our past while investing in a future that includes everyone. Together, we’ve proven that smart governance, community engagement, and inclusive planning can achieve real, lasting change. The best days of Matteson are still ahead of us.”


The Village’s financial turnaround further underscores the success of this leadership. From a historic low point in 2013 when the Village was rated as a “junk bond” investment, Matteson has achieved an AA-credit rating from Standard & Poor’s, a recognized “High-Grade” municipal rating. Annual sales tax revenue has surpassed even the peak years of Lincoln Mall, reaching $9.59 million in 2023, a testament to Matteson’s restored local economy.


In addition, Matteson has earned the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for four consecutive years (2020–2023), reflecting its strong fiscal governance and transparency. As of April 2024, the Village is projected to have $25 million in reserves, with $15 million earmarked for long-term stability—an extraordinary leap from the $350,000 balance just four years prior. Notably, the Village has also held the line on property taxes, choosing not to increase the levy for the past three years and committing to no increases through at least 2026.


From robust middle-class housing opportunities that rival Northwest Suburban communities to a revitalized economy that welcomes innovation, Matteson continues to embody progress and potential.

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