The 40th Ward Office is hosting a lot of exciting events this month, including a community meeting to talk about the newest addition to the Lincoln Avenue North Arts (LANA) District, and a map-a-thon event with Project Sidewalk to discuss how to improve accessibility in our Ward.
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40th Ward Office Closed for Institute Today: September 22nd
Posted onThe 40th Ward office will be closed on Friday, September 22nd to complete mandatory City of Chicago employee trainings. We will reopen on Monday, September 25th. Please submit 311 requests via <https://311.chicago.gov/>. Thank you! -The 40th Ward Team
20th District Public Safety Monthly Meeting, September 11th
Posted onThe Community Commission for Public Safety & Accountability (CCPSA) 20th District Monthly Meeting will take place on September, 11th at 6pm, at Amundsen High School (5110 N. Damen Ave). Share your concerns regarding public safety & policing in the 20th District Hear from staff at Communities Partnering for Peace (CP4P) about non-police violence prevention work Learn how […]
40th Ward Office Closed for Labor Day, September 4th
Posted onThe 40th Ward Office will be closed September 4th in recognition of Labor Day. 311 requests can still be submitted online here or requests to the 40th Ward office can be submitted here.
September 8th Truman College Job Fair
Posted onJoin the Uptown Chamber of Commerce, IL Department of Employment Security, State Representative Hoan Huynh, Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership, and Equus- Northside American Job Center for a Job Fair on Friday, September 8th from 10am – 1pm at Truman College. Copies of resumes encouraged. There will be opportunities in city, state, federal work, as well […]
August 25th – 40th Ward Office Closed
Posted onThe 40th Ward office will be closed on Friday, August 25th for an admin institute day so that we can make sure we are resolving requests! We will be back open on Monday the 28th. Please call 3-1-1 or visit https://311.chicago.gov/ to submit a new City service request or contact the 40th Ward office by […]
West Ridge Chamber Seeks Artists for Holiday Bazaar
Posted onThe West Ridge Chamber of Commerce is seeking artists for the West Ridge Holiday Bazaar, scheduled for Sunday, November 2nd, 2023 from 10am – 2pm in Warren Field House. Interested artists can apply online here. The deadline for applying is Wednesday, September 12, 2023 and a $60 fee is required to participate.
Chicago For All: Town Hall on Bring Chicago Home and Treatment Not Trauma
Posted onJoin Alderperson Vasquez and ONE Northside, alongside Ald. Matt Martin and Ald. Leni-Manaa Hoppenworth, for an open community town hall event on Bring Chicago Home and Treatment Not Trauma. Come to learn more about these measures and how they could transform our communities. Light snacks, childcare, and Spanish translation will be provided. August 27th from […]
SummerDance @ Green Briar Park
Posted onThe City of Chicago’s SummerDance is coming to Green Briar Park!! One of this year’s SummerDance events is being led by Aao Mil Baithen – a collective of community artists – who will bring a South Asian flair to the party with Bhangra and Bollywood music and dance!! Join us for a few hours as […]
Pitch in for the Park at Green Briar Park
Posted onJoin the 40th Ward team to pitch in to cleanup at Green Briar Park (2650 W Peterson Ave) on Saturday, August 12th from 10am to 12pm. Volunteers will help clean up litter in the park, mulch trees, and take care of this neighborhood gem! To sign up, please visit https://chicagoparksfoundation.givepulse.com/event/379637!
Pitch in for the Parks at Emmerson (Louis) Park
Posted onJoin the 40th Ward team to pitch in to cleanup at Emmerson (Louis) Park (1820 W Granville Ave) on Saturday, August 5th from 10am to 12pm. Volunteers will help clean up litter in the park, mulch trees, and take care of this neighborhood gem! To sign up, please visit https://chicagoparksfoundation.givepulse.com/event/379635!
City of Chicago And Community Partners Announce Heat Watch 2023 Activation Day
Posted onvia City of Chicago Department of Public Health In collaboration with community partners, the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Office of Climate and Environmental Equity (OCEE) are launching the activation of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) 2023 Heat Watch Campaign. This community heat-mapping project brings together local volunteers, public and private organizations, […]