The City of Cahokia Heights plans to complete over 80 repair and replacement projects on sewer lines and lift stations by the end of 2026. In addition, a new interceptor sewer will be constructed to redirect sanitary flow in the northern part of Cahokia Heights away from overloaded sewers owned by East St. Louis. This project is expected to be finished by the end of 2028.
Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt recently participated as “Principal for the Day” at Wirth/Parks Middle School in Cahokia. Schmidt commented, “It was great to interact with the kids and have Q&A throughout several classrooms. This opportunity also gave me time to speak with teachers about education and their accomplishments- I even handed out fruit in the lunch room!” He expressed gratitude to the head principal, Tiana Montgomery, for allowing him to participate.
The Illinois General Assembly is set to reconvene for the annual two-week Veto Session from October 14-16 and October 28-30. The session is primarily intended to review legislation that has received a total or amendatory veto from the Governor. The legislature may seek to override a veto by a three-fifths majority vote in each chamber or accept an amendatory veto. The Veto Session may also address unresolved policy issues, including a possible bailout for Chicagoland mass transit agencies facing budget shortfalls and a new green energy package.
Schmidt provided information on how residents can file witness slips before bills are heard in committee. He stated that these submissions inform legislators about public support or opposition for proposed bills.
Upcoming events in the district include mobile office hours, a job fair, food drive drop-off opportunities, and a mobile DMV service. Community members are encouraged to sign up in advance.
Addressing public safety concerns, Schmidt criticized Illinois’ sanctuary state policies. “Illinois’ sanctuary state policies have created an environment where law-abiding families are left vulnerable, and violent offenders slip through the cracks. Time and again, dangerous individuals who should never have been on our streets have been allowed to remain free, with devastating consequences. These tragedies are not isolated incidents, they are the direct result of failed leadership and reckless policies that put politics ahead of public safety. Leaders in Illinois should allow ICE to do their jobs and they should support Operation Midway Blitz.”
Schmidt referenced recent crimes involving undocumented immigrants. In January 2025, Katie Abraham and Chloe Polzin were killed in a hit-and-run crash by Julio Cucul-Bol, who was reportedly in the country illegally and tried to flee after the incident. In April 2025, Megan Bos was found dead in the yard of Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez, described as a criminal illegal alien from Mexico; he was granted pre-trial release before ICE intervened.
Operation Midway Blitz has targeted the removal of individuals identified as some of “the worst, most dangerous illegal aliens” from Chicago’s streets. Schmidt said these actions are saving lives and preventing further tragedies.
In addition to these updates, Schmidt invited veterans living in Illinois to participate in a survey aimed at improving veteran services in the state.
Schmidt is serving his first term representing the 114th House District after being elected in 2023 as a Republican, succeeding LaToya Greenwood.
For questions or concerns, constituents can contact Schmidt’s office at 618-215-1050.
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