Get ready for a new and improved Winnemac Park! In 2024, new improvements are coming to the park, including a fully renovated baseball diamond, refurbished tennis courts, and a new pickleball space, as well as upgraded lighting and pathways. See below for a full statement from the Chicago Parks District: Winnemac Park Baseball Field Renovation […]
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Public Safety Statement: Fatal Collision on Damen Ave.
Posted onPublic Safety Statement from Alderperson Vasquez regarding fatal collision at on Damen Ave.
2024 Budget Overview
Posted onThe 2024 Budget for the City of Chicago has been released! Here’s what’s in it.
Congratulations to the 2024 DCASE Grantees!
Posted onThe 40th Ward is proud to be home to so many talented artists and arts organizations. This year, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) awarded a number of those artists and organizations grants through its programs, and we’re shouting them out below: The CityArts Program The CityArts Program provides […]
Statement from Ald. Vasquez on the Israel Solidarity Resolution
Posted onStatement from Ald. Vasquez on the Israel Solidarity Resolution
Lincoln Ave Streetscape Breaks Ground!
Posted onOn Friday, September 15th, the City of Chicago officially broke ground on the Lincoln Ave Streetscape! Construction will begin on Section 1 this fall.
40th Ward Events and Opportunities: September 2023
Posted onThe 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.
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.
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 […]
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!