Since 2020, SNAP recipients have been receiving extra SNAP dollars each month through the COVID-era Emergency Allotments program. Emergency Allotments were first distributed in Illinois in April 2020 and have been extended monthly since that time. These benefits have been critical in helping households navigate the economic disruption of COVID and historic food inflation. The […]
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2-1-1 Metro Chicago
Posted onChicago and suburban Cook County residents now have access to a local 2-1-1 service—changing the landscape for how we meet the needs of our neighbors. 2-1-1 is a free, 24/7/365 service that connects them to essential health and social service support and information during times of non-emergency crisis and for everyday needs. Important for residents: Call 9-1-1 for […]
40th Ward Vaccination Event – March 25
Posted onIn addition to our recent partnership with Prism Health to bring a new vaccine site to our area, I have been working to coordinate a large 40th Ward vaccination event. This Thursday, March 25, we will be vaccinating over 1500 people at the River Park fieldhouse with the Pfizer vaccine, thanks to our partners, Jewel-Osco, Swedish Hospital, […]
Lead Service Line Replacement Programs Taking Applications
Posted onLead Service Line Replacement Programs Taking Applications – Last fall the City announced two new lead service line replacement programs for homeowners who would like to replace their lead service lines. If you live in a single-family or two-flat home built before 1986, it is likely that you have a lead service line. Chicago’s drinking water […]
1/25/21 Vaccine Town Hall Video
Posted onVaccine Town Hall 1/24/21 at 6pm
Posted onIn lieu of Virtual Ward Night I will be holding a 40th Ward Vaccine Town Hall. Register at http://bit.ly/40thCOVIDVaccineTH. Participants may submit questions for Alderman Vasquez and CDPH in advance at info@40thward.org.
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 […]
How to Make a Mask flyer
Posted onAlderman Vasquez COVID-19 Update: March 18, 2020
Posted onDear Neighbors, March 18, 2020 This morning I joined […]
Alderman Vasquez COVID-19 Update: March 16, 2020
Posted onDear Neighbors, March 16, 2020 As promised, our office […]
COVID-19 Community & Business Support Resources
Posted onWE WILL CONTINUE TO UPDATE THIS DOCUMENT AS MORE RESOURCES BECOME AVAILABLE If you know of any resources for individuals or businesses affected by COVID-19 and related closures, social distancing measures, etc., please contact info@40thward.org with a link. Dear Neighbors, As city, county, state, and federal government agencies continue to grapple with COVID-19 responses, we […]
Update From Alderman Vasquez 3/13/20
Posted onNeighbors, In preparation for what has been declared a national emergency, we are taking all necessary steps to ensure continuity of government and to protect our neighbors. As we learn about the ways the COVID-19 pandemic will affect our daily lives, and as we make adjustments based on those changes, our office is committed to […]