Catherine M. Adduci for River Forest Village President

03/16/2025

Celebrating Women in History Month! Thank you Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch for hosting a wonderful event. Such powerful and intellectual women leaders in the state of Illinois.

06/03/2023

02/24/2023

We need to restore our local government distribution fund especially since the State is back on its feet. We need our general assembly to keep their commitment to the municipalities. We gave back when asked during bad times now let's give back when times are better!

01/20/2023

Great event. Thank you for tge award. Working with our surrounding communities for a better environment

“Alongside our partners at , we're thrilled to announce $745,000 in grants to the nine city winners of the 2023 Childhood Obesity Prevention and Environmental Health and Sustainability Awards! ”

09/18/2022

Thank you so much. It is a pleasure to serve.

04/05/2021

I am immensely proud of the progress we’ve made together as a community. Your interests are River Forest’s interests, and I will always fight for them. With your vote tomorrow, let’s continue the progress!

“Cathy is a proven leader - both in her career and as Village President. Her executive experience, business acumen, and innate ability to build coalitions has resulted in impactful, positive change in our community since she took office. Through questioning traditional approaches and encouraging new and innovative ideas, Cathy leverages the expertise of professionals, village employees, and community members to solve challenging problems. She makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, which - especially this year - is a critical quality to possess.

Beyond 60305, Cathy has a deep understanding of the local, state, and national policies that affect our village and has continued to foster new and enhance existing relationships with other communities. Mayors and village presidents have recognized her talents and savvy as well - she was recently re-elected to serve another term as the second vice president of the Illinois Municipal League, putting her in an even stronger position to advocate for what is best for our village.

I am thrilled to support Cathy for Village President!”

By Lauren Behan

04/03/2021

Transparency is critical when facing a collective crisis like COVID-19. To get through this pandemic as a community and protect our most vulnerable, the entire community needs to be on the same page. I have made it a point to provide our residents with the necessary information and constant updates to keep themselves and their loved ones safe.

“I endorse River Forest Village President, Cathy Adduci for re-election.

She is tireless in her commitment to maintain River Forest as a safe, welcoming and inclusive community.

River Forest is known for its architecture and historically significant homes on every street. Under her guidance we have an improved Historic Preservation Ordinance as a move to help us preserve, not destroy our beautiful homes while respecting owners’ rights.

During Cathy’s administration, our seniors are recognized as assets to our community and she endorses measures to help seniors age in place.

Cathy used her strong leadership skills in a time of crisis, the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. It has been her top priority to keep us informed of all mandated and suggested measures in an effort to keep our village safe. She diligently gives us updates sometimes daily, via emails, recorded phone calls, and posts on the village website and social media.

River Forest President Cathy Adduci shows us she’s the leader for River Forest. That’s why I will vote for Cathy April 6, 2021.”

by Jan Saeger

04/02/2021

Though times have been tough, I have never stopped believing in the strength and resilience of River Forest. The world may have come to a halt but the work never did. It is a privilege to be able to serve this incredible community.

“Cathy Adduci should be re-elected River Forest President. We are lucky that she wants to continue to serve our community. Cathy has the experience, the business background, and the leadership skills that are so important for this position. She has given our community outstanding service and dedication to the values important to River Forest. Particularly in this last difficult year, in the midst of a health and economic "crisis" her leadership and communication skills have been very important.

Cathy has improved our cooperation with our neighboring communities, worked well with other governing bodies, pursued economic development, and been a leader in municipal organizations. It is also important to re-elect Cathy Adduci because the Village will be selecting a new Village Manager and she has the experience and knowledge to find the right person for this critical position. For all of these reasons and more I endorse Cathy Adduci for Village President.”

by, Carlotta Lucchesi
Former Trustee and President of River Forest District 90 Board of Education
Former Trustee and President of OPRF District 200 Board of Education

04/01/2021

There is already a lot to love about River Forest, but we are always growing as a community. Regular mprovement and reform help foster that growth in a balanced and positive way.

“My vote for Cathy Aducci this spring will be a vote of confidence in her sensible leadership of our vibrant town. I appreciate that she recognizes what is worth preserving here while also taking measured action towards continuous improvement and reform.”

by Roshni Ricchetti

03/31/2021

I am honored to have the support of former Governor Pat Quinn. His tireless advocacy for the people of Illinois is an inspiration and makes his endorsement all the more humbling.

“As a former Oak Park resident, Fenwick alum and Governor of this great State of Illinois I wholeheartedly endorse Cathy Adduci for Village President of River Forest! Cathy fights hard for the every day person. Understands how important is to have a clean and protective environment. In 2013, Cathy did an exceptional job working with me and others at the State of Illinois to find funding to help reduce flooding along Lake street and around Rivers Forest.

I urge everyone to vote for Cathy, she's the right person for the job.”

03/30/2021

All businesses face extenuating circumstances at some point and it is crucial for them to have a strong support system to stay afloat. I always work to ensure that the Village of River Forest is an important part of that support system and that business owners know that their community stands behind them.

“With elections for the Village of River Forest approaching, I write in support of President Cathy Adduci.

I am the proud owner of the Skincare Company Spa & Salon. When my landlord announced he was reinventing the location on Lake St., he gave me ample notice to relocate. I called and scheduled a meeting with Cathy and explained my situation. I told her I wanted to keep my business in River Forest as I am happy in River Forest. Cathy offered to help in my new location in any way possible and she certainly came through!

Cathy is very attentive and calls and e-mails businesses periodically to inquire if the need any assistance or support. Cathy has a great understanding of the challenges that our local small businesses face today!

I have known Cathy for several years and am proud to have her serving our business community and citizens as the leader of our Village. She has been instrumental in the decisions that have been made to better our community with growth. Her leadership has sustained the community’s well-being as it is led by good government. President Adduci works hard to sustain the connection between local government and small businesses like mine, which affects the entire village in a positive manner. President Adduci’s history has proven to be a positive asset for the village of River Forest and my hope is that we will move into the future with the same, superior leadership.

On a more personal note, Cathy is friendly, judicious and diplomatic. She is easily accessible, either by phone, e-mail, social media or through the town hall. Cathy is a very giving, honest, trustworthy and dependable person. Help me support and re-elect President Cathy Adduci.”

By Sandra Capizzi
Owner, Skin Care Company Spa & Hair Salon

03/27/2021

I treasure the relationships I’ve formed with so many of River Forest’s wonderful residents over the years. I love that I can call this place my home and it has always been a mission of mine to ensure that all residents can feel the same way!

“We have known Cathy since moving to the village in 2004. Over the years she has become a dear friend to us, and loving mentor to our daughter. The commitment she places in her friendships is given equally to River Forest. Cathy is a passionate leader who believes in the potential of our village, and will work hard for that future.”

by John, Doug and Aidan Luce