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Harvey, IL

Harvey is a city in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 20,324 at the 2020 census. Harvey is bordered by the villages of Dixmoor and Riverdale to the north; Dolton, Phoenix, and South Holland to the east; East Hazel Crest to the south; and Hazel Crest, Markham, and Posen to the west. Harvey has a total area of 6.21 square miles (16.08 km²), all land.

Harvey was founded in 1891 by Turlington W. Harvey, a close associate of Dwight Moody, the founder of the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. Harvey was originally intended as a model town for Christian values and was one of the Temperance Towns. It was closely modeled after the company town of Pullman, which eventually was annexed into the city of Chicago.

The city had its greatest growth in the prosperous postwar years when it was home to the Buda Engine Co., which was acquired by Allis-Chalmers in 1953. The city reached its peak population in 1980. By this time, it was beginning to suffer losses in jobs and population through the restructuring of steel and similar industries. The Dixie Square Mall closed in November 1978.

In the 2000s and 2010s, Mayor Eric Kellogg attempted to boost Harvey's economy, with little success. Kellogg offered developers millions of dollars in incentives to revive the long-vacant Dixie Square Mall, but trends in retail adversely affected malls around the country. The city granted a developer $10 million in incentives to redevelop the Chicago Park Hotel, but he abandoned the project before completion, leaving the building gutted.

In February 2018, Harvey became the first city in Illinois to have its revenue garnished by the State to fund the city's pension liabilities. The city laid off employees to deal with the changes.

Health and wellness are significant priorities in Harvey, with a dedicated focus on the well-being of its residents. For quality healthcare, Advocate Health Care and UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial are cornerstones of the community, ensuring accessible medical services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Harvey Park District. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. A popular option includes Harvey Boxing Club. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Harvey, such as the Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail and Tall Grass Greenway Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Harvey, IL are Kickapoo Woods, Sand Ridge Nature Center, and Bachelor's Grove Cemetery.

Population: 20,324 (2020). ZIP Codes: 60426. Area code: 708. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Area: 6.21 sq mi (16.07 km²).

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What is the history of Harvey, IL?

Harvey was founded in 1891 by Turlington W. Harvey, a close associate of Dwight Moody, the founder of the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. Harvey was originally intended as a model town for Christian values and was one of the Temperance Towns. It was closely modeled after the company town of Pullman, which eventually was annexed into the city of Chicago.

What is the crime rate in Harvey, IL?

The crime rate in Harvey is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 16 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Harvey is 1 in 61. Based on FBI crime data, Harvey is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Illinois, Harvey has a crime rate that is higher than 83% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Harvey, IL a good place to live?

Living in Harvey offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Harvey, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Harvey and residents tend to be liberal.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Harvey

Advocate Health Care 

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 

Harvey Park District

Harvey Boxing Club

Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail 

Tall Grass Greenway Trail

Kickapoo Woods

Sand Ridge Nature Center

Bachelor's Grove Cemetery

Neighborhoodscout

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