On Monday June 15, Alderman Vasquez held the first of several Town Halls centered on Public Safety. If you missed the presentation, click on the link to review the slide deck. Reimagine Safety
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Statement on Support for CPAC
Posted onWhen I ran for this office, one of my core platforms was establishing a Civilian Police Accountability Council because what I understood then, and I hope that many more understand now, is that as a society, we need to completely re-envision public safety. In the past week, I have received over 10,000 emails from neighbors who […]
Slow Streets for the 40th Ward
Posted onCDOT will be evaluating Leland Avenue from Western to Virginia (the river) for possible “slow street” designation — this would be an extension of the pilot they launched east of Western, running along the border of the 40th and 47th Wards. “Slow streets” allow for pedestrian and bike use across the entire right-of-way. Are there […]
Livestream: People’s Gas Rockwell Project, 1 June 2020
Posted onNeighbors, Here is a link to the full recording of the People’s Gas town hall regarding the installation of new gas main on Rockwell, Argyle, Ainslie, and Winnemac: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/95R5MpWv93hOGYWQx3nBUa8iHJ7Aaaa82nBK_ftbnR3jTLnYzME8N6DbM1fbQQM Meeting summary: main installation complete on Rockwell — work will shift to Winnemac, then Argyle, and then Ainslie roughly one week for main installation per street […]
Seeley Water Main Project Town Hall, 1 June 2020
Posted onNeighbors, Here is a link to the full recording of the Dept. of Water Management town hall regarding the installation of new water main on the 4800 and 4900 blocks of Seeley, held 1 June 2020: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/4cFXKe2r2kZLconPyWzeS64LFLjkX6a81CJPrPAOzUcN1IUEVh4c1VUU6_kI7MeP Meeting summary: work starting week of June 8 project will install 1280′ of new water main, replacing an […]
Chicago Curfew in Effect
Posted onMay 31, 2020 CURFEW TONIGHT – 9PM-6AM Yesterday the Mayor imposed a citywide curfew that is in effect until further notice from 9pm-6am. Those who violate the curfew are subject to being arrested. The curfew does not apply to essential workers. There is much to address regarding the events of this weekend, and I will […]
NEW PROGRAM: Youth Organizing Institute
Posted onThis summer, our office, along with the 47th and 33rd Ward offices are proud to co-host the first ever Youth Organizer Institute (YOI), open to students in all 50 Chicago Wards. YOI is a free 2 month online program for incoming 8th graders to outgoing seniors designed to teach students the skills to be able […]
Metra Town Hall – 5/20/20
Posted onThis Monday, the Ward office hosted a digital town hall with engineers from Metra, as well as with 48th Ward Alderman Harry Osterman and representatives from the offices of State Senator Heather Steans and State Representative Kelly Cassidy. We appreciate the time and effort all our state, county, and city representatives have put into making […]
How to Make a Mask flyer
Posted onAldermanic Statement on City Council Vote Against Meeting Debate
Posted onApril 27, 2020 26 Chicago City Councilmembers Voted AGAINST Having Public Debate on Whether to Meet Sooner During a Crisis — The Public Should Ask Why. Chicago is facing an unprecedented crisis. People are unable to work; those who can work do not have the necessary protection to feel safe. Our friends and neighbors are struggling […]
Saturday Night Singalong 4/25/20
Posted onJoin the 40th Ward as we sing “I will Survive” to show solidarity as a community! Sing outside of your window or in front of your home! Tune in to 87.7 FM for musical accompaniment. https://metv.fm/chicago-saturday-night-sing-along I Will Survive Lyrics
Aldermanic Statement: Call on City Council to Increase Meeting Schedule During Emergencies
Posted onApril 23, 2020 Yesterday’s vote to adjourn the City Council meeting early, which I opposed, unfortunately prevented the Council from considering a package of coronavirus-related bills aimed at protecting Chicago residents. This unnecessary delay highlights the need for City Council to meet more frequently during an emergent crisis; the existing schedule, to meet once per […]