‘Dolton Dictator’ Mayor Tiffany Henyard throws extravagant, star-studded $85K town party — then pouts when colleagues pull plug on other events

The mayor of Dolton, Illinois, Tiffany Henyard, has come under fire for throwing an extravagant, star-studded $85,000 town party while simultaneously canceling other community events due to budget concerns.

The party, which was held on August 27, 2022, featured a performance by R&B singer Monica and was attended by a host of celebrities, including rapper Common and actor Anthony Anderson. The event was widely criticized as being wasteful and tone-deaf, especially in light of the fact that the town is facing a budget deficit.

Henyard has defended the party, saying that it was a way to celebrate the town's diversity and culture. However, her critics have accused her of being out of touch with the needs of her constituents.

In addition to the $85,000 price tag, the party was also criticized for its lack of transparency. The town council was not informed about the event in advance, and the mayor's office has refused to release a detailed accounting of the expenses.

The controversy over the party has led to calls for Henyard's resignation. A group of residents has started a petition demanding that she step down, and several members of the town council have expressed their dissatisfaction with her leadership.

Henyard has refused to resign, and she has vowed to continue to fight for the people of Dolton.

Timeline of events:

• August 27, 2022: Mayor Henyard throws an extravagant, star-studded $85,000 town party.
• August 29, 2022: The town council votes to cancel other community events due to budget concerns.
• August 30, 2022: Residents start a petition demanding Mayor Henyard's resignation.
• September 1, 2022: Several members of the town council express their dissatisfaction with Mayor Henyard's leadership.

Sources:

• Chicago Tribune: Dolton mayor throws lavish party with celebrities, then cancels other events due to budget concerns
• FOX 32 Chicago: Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard under fire for $85K block party amid budget issues