40th Ward Neighbors, Wednesday morning around 7:00am there was a shooting incident that led to a homicide on the 2600 block of W Catalpa. Police are investigating, and have provided the following video link and updated request for information: Bureau of Detectives – Area ThreeSeeking to IdentifyHomicide20th District (Lincoln) About this Crime:Detectives are seeking to […]
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Public Statement – 2022 Budget
Posted on27 October 2021 Public Statement – 2022 City Budget Click here to download as PDF Dear Neighbors, I am pleased to be able to announce my support for the 2022 Appropriations Ordinance and associated budget documents presented to City Council at the October 27th session. This year, I introduced the first independent Aldermanic budget proposal […]
Town Hall – Q3 2021
Posted onOn September 13th, 2021, we held our third-quarter town hall via Zoom. A recording of the meeting is linked in the post.
ALD. VASQUEZ INTRODUCES 311 MODERNIZATION ORDINANCE
Posted onMeasure pushes for accurate completion-time estimates; expansion of 311 system. (CHICAGO) Alderperson Andre Vasquez (40th Ward) filed an ordinance with City Council on Monday that calls for a review of the City’s 311 system, including “technical improvements to the system, consultation with members of the City Council, improving accuracy of response times, and creating more […]
A Note Regarding Fireworks
Posted onWith the Fourth of July right around the corner, I want to remind 40th Ward neighbors that fireworks are illegal in Chicago; even sparklers are banned. The only permitted “fireworks” in Chicago are glowworms, smoke bombs and party poppers. The Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) reported a 700% increase in fireworks complaints in […]
Ainslie Arts Plaza Opens Up Lincoln Avenue North as Gateway to Northside
Posted onRibbon-Cutting for Ainslie Arts Plaza Showcases Initial Progress in $14+ Million Area Development Investment The Ainslie Arts Plaza, located at Ainslie, Lincoln Avenue and Western Avenue, officially will open on Friday, May 21, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9:00 a.m. With support from the Department of Planning and Development, the Chicago Department of Transportation, the […]
Roof and Porch Repair Program ONE-DAY REGISTRATION DATE: 5/20/21
Posted onONE-DAY LOTTERY REGISTRATION for the 2022 Roof and Porch Program’s service will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. promptly on Thursday, May 20, 2021 only. There are 3 ways to register: Online at www.chicago.gov/roofandporch, through the CHI311 Mobile App, or by calling the City’s 311 service line. Only one registration per address will be accepted. REGISTRATION […]
Public Safety Update
Posted on5/12/2021 On Tuesday May 11, around 8:00pm, there was a shooting that resulted in a homicide on the 6000 block of N California (Beat # 2413). Alderman Vasquez has been in contact with CPD 24th District Commander. Area 3 detectives are investigating; no suspects are in custody at this time. We will update neighbors as […]
Reduce, Reuse & Recycle in the 40th Ward
Posted onCheck out these innovative small businesses in the 40th Ward offering environmentally responsible options to Reduce, Reuse & Recycle! Eco and the Flamingo Chicago’s first zero waste general store! Website: ecoandtheflamingo.com 4750 North Rockwell StreetChicago, 60625, US(773) 942-6892 Family Tree Resale Reduce & Reuse at Chicago’s favorite thrift store, Family Tree Resale! Check out familytreeresale.com. […]
Aldermanic Statement – Adam Toledo Video
Posted onApril 15, 2021 This afternoon I reviewed the police body camera footage from the shooting death of Adam Toledo. Similar to the countless police videos that have unfortunately become all too common, the video is disturbing, graphic, and heartbreaking. Adam Toledo’s death is a tragedy and failure of our city and its institutions. As a […]
Community Alert 19th/24th Districts
Posted onAbout the Crime: This alert gives notice to residents in the 019th District (Town Hall) and 24th District (Rogers Park) of recent robberies and vehicle thefts. In the robberies, two offenders approach the victim on foot, on the street or alley, forcefully removing property. In one of the robberies, the offenders pinned the victim to […]
Lincoln Avenue North Development Project
Posted onStreet development project and vision for Lincoln Avenue Our office is thrilled to announce plans for an upcoming large-scale street development project and vision for Lincoln Avenue! With support from the Department of Planning and Development and the Chicago Department of Transportation, we are launching a reimagining of what we will be calling Lincoln Avenue […]