City of Joliet Recognizes 2026 Neighborhood Hero Award Winners

(The following edited press release is from Sydney Thompson, city of Joliet media engagement and communications director.)

JOLIET, IL — The City of Joliet is proud to announce the 2026 Neighborhood Hero Award winners, recognizing 19 residential properties for outstanding landscaping, property maintenance, and curb appeal.

The Neighborhood Hero Award program recognizes residents who demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining and enhancing their properties, contributing to the appearance,
character, and overall quality of Joliet’s neighborhoods.

“Taking pride in where you live has an impact that extends well beyond your own front yard,” said Mayor Terry D’Arcy. “These residents are helping make their neighborhoods more
welcoming and beautiful, and we’re proud to recognize the time, effort, and care they put into their homes and our community.”

The 2026 Neighborhood Hero Award recipients received a commemorative yard sign and were recognized at the September 1 Joliet City Council Meeting.

The 2026 Neighborhood Hero Award recipients are:
• 3309 Blackwater Drive
• 1700 Maserati Drive
• 816 Dawes Avenue
• 1101 Black Road
• 3571 Buck Avenue
• 521 Tana Lane
• 700 Woodlawn Avenue
• 3225 Rosemont Drive
• 865 Angelica Circle
• 551 Herkimer Street
• 559 Herkimer Street
• 350 Whitney Avenue
• 1212 Nicholson Street
• 342 S. Ottawa Street

• 907 Fisk Avenue
• 335 Wheeler Avenue
• 325 Dwight Avenue
• 10 S. William Street