March 10th 2024.
Ever since she took office in 2021, Tiffany Henyard, the mayor of Dolton, Illinois, has been met with yet another legal complication. It seems that a church in her community has decided to sue her for alleged discrimination. The lawsuit, which was reported by Fox 32 on March 7, was filed by Redeemed Christian Church of God Resurrection Power Assembly. The church claims that Henyard did not properly apply the city's zoning code, which has prevented the religious institution from moving forward with their renovation plans.
The lead pastor of the church has stated that their need for expansion is due to the increased number of attendees. However, they were not allowed to do so under the property's zoning rules. The church's lawyer has also stated that the mayor's interference has unjustly hindered their efforts. They believe that religious institutions are allowed in the area under the zoning code, but Henyard seems to be calling the shots according to statements from city employees.
This is not the first time that Mayor Henyard has been in the spotlight for her leadership style. She has been described by her constituents as having a "guerilla-style" approach, often compared to the character Nino Brown from the movie "New Jack City." This was recently covered in BLACK ENTERPRISE. It has also been alleged that Henyard has been extorting small business owners in the area, forcing them to contribute to her campaign or risk losing their companies. Additionally, she has been accused of using millions of dollars from the city's budget for her own personal ventures, such as an extensive security detail and an ice rink that only opens for her events.
These accusations of corruption have caused tension between Henyard and the village trustees, who are struggling to keep her power in check. In fact, on Feb. 11, the village trustees passed a resolution to launch an outside investigation into Henyard's spending. This is especially concerning as the city's debt continues to grow, reaching $7 million. However, at a board meeting on March 4, Henyard vetoed the resolution, further fueling the trustees' concerns.
As the village trustees continue to take action against Mayor Henyard, they have even implored the FBI to open an investigation. It seems that this situation is far from over and only time will tell how it will unfold. In the meantime, many are left wondering if Henyard's leadership tactics are reminiscent of the character Nino Brown, and if she is using them to gain support for her campaign.
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