#2,455 - Illinois comptroller stops some state payouts to Dolton, threatens fines

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Illinois Comptroller, Susana Mendoza, has suspended state payments to Dolton and threatened fines due to the village's failure to submit required financial reports. These reports include annual financial statements and audits, which have not been filed since 2021.

The Comptroller's actions are a response to Dolton's ongoing non-compliance with state law, further complicated by a recent report from former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot. The report highlighted the village's financial mismanagement under Mayor Tiffany Henyard's administration.

Additionally, the situation is further complicated by internal conflicts within Dolton's administration. The village's mayor, Tiffany Henyard, and the recently terminated Assistant Chief of Police, Lewis Lacy, have been involved in controversial actions, including a mandatory meeting for police officers that has been called into question for its legality.

With financial penalties looming and significant administrative turmoil, Dolton faces a critical period where state intervention and potential legal actions could significantly impact the village's future.