Category: News

Estimated: 4 minute read

Announcing the 2025 People’s Budget!

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Voting for the 2025 People’s Budget is open! Vote by December 31st, 2024. From now until the end of December, 40th Ward residents ages 14+ can vote on how we should spend one million dollars in infrastructure funds, including: To learn more about how participatory budgeting works, including details like how much repairs cost and […]

Estimated: 3 minute read

7 Major Arterial Street Resurfacing Projects Coming to the 40th Ward!

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In 2024, the 40th Ward will see some major street infrastructure improvements on some of our busiest corridors. In addition to two major streetscape projects on Lincoln and Lawrence Avenues, there are also seven arterial resurfacing projects, each of which will also include bike and pedestrian safety upgrades.

Estimated: 2 minute read

Statement on Shelter Exit Reporting Ordinance

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Today SO2024-0008386, which I introduced in March, passed the full City Council and was adopted into law. This ordinance directs the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) to provide City Council daily reports of New Arrivals and Asylum Seekers that have been evicted or removed from city-operated shelters.

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New Improvements Coming to Winnemac Park!

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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 […]