The recent events surrounding embattled Mayor Tiffany Henyard have once again brought attention to the importance of integrity and responsibility in public office. The landlord of a Dolton home leased to Mayor Henyard and her boyfriend, Kamal Woods, attempted to serve an eviction notice on Tuesday due to missed rent payments from the couple. This unfortunate situation highlights the need for our elected officials to uphold positive citizen standards and fulfill their duties with honesty and diligence.
Genetta Hull, Henyard’s landlord, arrived at Tuesday’s Thornton Township meeting with the intention of recouping the money she is owed while serving the eviction notice. However, the meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum, leaving Hull with no choice but to seek alternative means to serve the notice. This not only adds to the financial burden for Hull, but also reflects poorly on the responsible and timely actions expected from our leaders.
According to Hull, the home was leased to Henyard and Woods in 2021. However, she has only received one payment in August and has not received any payments since then. Despite initially filing eviction papers in September, Hull has been unable to receive the overdue rent of $5,000 in addition to late fees. This is a significant amount for any landlord, and it is disheartening to see it go unpaid by individuals who hold positions of power and responsibility.
Hull also shared her frustration with the lack of cooperation from Henyard and Woods. They failed to appear at a Zoom hearing regarding the matter on Tuesday morning, and Hull has been unable to gain access to the property for maintenance purposes. This lack of responsibility and disregard for their obligations as tenants is unacceptable, especially considering their combined annual income of over $350,000.
The situation has escalated to the point where the sheriff has been involved, and the case will head back to court on Tuesday at the Markham courthouse. It is unfortunate that this matter has to be resolved through legal means, but it is a necessary step to ensure that Hull receives the payment she is owed.
In response to the situation, an attorney for Henyard stated that they were not offering a comment at this time. While it is understandable that they may not want to comment on an ongoing legal matter, it is also important for our leaders to be transparent and accountable for their actions. This is especially crucial in light of the federal investigation into Henyard’s role as mayor in Dolton and as supervisor in Thornton Township.
As a landlord, Hull regrets renting to Henyard and Woods. She believes that the money is not worth the trouble and would have preferred to rent to someone who is an honest and hardworking individual. This sentiment is shared by many in the community who expect their leaders to set a positive example and uphold the values of integrity and responsibility.
In conclusion, the situation involving Mayor Henyard and her landlord serves as a reminder of the importance of integrity and responsibility in public office. Our elected officials have a duty to uphold positive citizen standards and fulfill their responsibilities with honesty and diligence. It is our hope that this matter will be resolved in a fair and just manner, and that it will serve as a lesson for all leaders to act with integrity and accountability.
