Laura Hawkins
Township Trustee
- Crete Township Collector since 2016.
- Republican Committeeperson for precinct 12 in Crete Township.
- Past President and Vice President of Steger Kiwanis Club.
- Volunteer and Planner of numerous events throughout Steger, Village of Crete and Crete Township including: parades, benefits, food pop-ups, recycling, senior luncheons, veterans events, Acorn Fest, Trunk or Treats and other children’s events.
- Founded and operated the annual Autism Benefit which has been in operation for 8 years, promoting autism awareness and raising over $60,000 for Speed School in Chicago Heights Autism Program.
- Hands-on involvement in operating and managing the Bambino’s Restaurant family business for over 36 years.
- As Township Collector, organized and handed out one hundred backpacks full of school supplies to children in our area. Also organized and operated the free Letters to Santa
- Program for Crete Township children.
- Resident of Crete Township living with my husband, raising our 16 year-old son Zachary who is autistic and nonverbal, my eldest son Joshua is 25.
- Dedicated to serving and improving the quality of life for the families of Crete Township.