Greetings!
He's also taken an aerial view of the Mega Mall demolition on Milwaukee Avenue, similar to this
lower level drone view.
Photo credits: Kris Habermehl-WBBM Chopper 780.
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2657 N. Clybourn
Chicago, IL 60614
773-248-1330
ward32.org
ward32@cityofchicago.org
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Beat 1411
February 2nd
St. Nicolai Church
3000 N. Kedzie
7:00pm
Beat 1424
February 8th
Wicker Park field house
7:00 pm
Beat 1434
February 15th
Bucktown Wicker Park Library
1701 N. Milwaukee
6:30pm
Beat 1433
February 16th
Pulaski Park
1419 W. Blackhawk
6:30pm
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St. Mary of the Angels Open House
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Please join the staff at St. Mary of the Angels School (SMA) for an Open House on Sunday, January 29th from 9:30-11:00am. Tour the school, meet the principal and teachers, and hear all about what they do at SMA!
All are welcome to attend Family Mass at 11:00am at St. Mary of the Angels. For more information please contact Kristy Hable at khable@sma-school.org
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Helpful Strategies from the Chicago Police to Reduce the Chances of Robberies
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- Always try to walk, jog, or ride your bike with a partner.
- Avoid secluded, dark areas, and shortcuts. Stay on busy well-lit and heavily-populated streets.
- Walk with energy, confidence, and purpose. Hold your head up, look around constantly, be alert, and check your surroundings. Don't make it obvious if you are in unfamiliar territory.
- Avoid wearing headphones and talking/texting on your phone. One of the main thefts is of smartphones. Make sure not to put yours on display. You also need to be able to see and hear who is approaching from all directions.
- If a person is walking towards you, make sure to look at them in the eye. A robber is less likely to pick you as a target if they think you will be able to give a good description of them.
- Never feel uncomfortable about calling 911 if you see someone acting suspiciously. Make sure you can give a proper description of the person to the call taker; in particular, any distinguishing marks (tattoos, scars, etc). When looking at clothes, always look at the shoes. Someone can take off their coat when running away, but is unlikely to change shoes.
- Try not to carry bulky purses, bags, or parcels. Purse flaps should be secured and turned toward the body at all times. Wallets should be carried in an inside coat pocket and cash in a front pants pocket. Always keep at least one hand free.
- If you do take the bus alone at night, sit by the driver, stay awake and alert, and have someone meet you at your stop. If you travel by taxi, have the driver watch you safely enter your destination.
- Never get in or out of your vehicle without doing a visual sweep of the immediate area for suspicious persons. Be sure that your doors are locked and windows closed. Do not park your vehicle in dimly-lit, isolated areas or parking lots.
- Follow your instincts. If you think you are being followed and you don’t feel safe, cross the street, change your route, and prepare to run for help. Know of open businesses and other public areas that you can go to, if you need help.
- Keep your family or friends advised of your whereabouts and what time you are supposed to arrive or return.
- Ignoring your instincts is simply not worth the risk. If you feel uncomfortable in a place or situation, leave right away and get help if necessary.
- Consider carrying a whistle or other noisemaker, and sound it loudly if you are accosted or feel threatened.
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- Never work alone.
- Never challenge a robber who states he has a gun.
- Never keep the entire day’s receipts in the cash drawer.
- Never make bank deposits on the same day at the same time.
- Never open or close without first checking the front of your store and your street.
- Be aware of your surroundings and the people in your store.
- Install a hold-up alarm.
- Install a door buzzer, and keep doors locked.
- Install security cameras.
- Hire a security guard.
- Join or start a phone tree on your street or business area.
- Know your neighbors and talk to them about keeping an eye on you and your store.
- Homeless and the neighborhood window washers are not your friends.
- Be on the lookout for counterfeit money being circulated.
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Water Main Replacement
Project #1701019 – Update
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On January 23rd, Department of Water Management (DWM) crews began excavating test holes for the work needed to install 3,621 feet of new 12-inch water main in N. Leavitt Street (Palmer-Milwaukee) and in W. Webster Avenue (Leavitt-Hoyne). This follows the sewer project in the area. The old water main dates back to 1886, and needs to be replaced.
The first part of the project will run from Milwaukee to Armitage. Department of Water Management (DWM) will be using two crews for this water main project. The first crew will begin at Milwaukee and work north to Cortland. The second crew will start at Cortland and work north to Armitage.
Each segment of this project will have three scheduled shut-downs when you will not have water service. You will be provided with 24-hour notification prior to any scheduled shut-down. The first shut-down will occur at the start of the each segment and will last from 4-6 hours, when DWM needs to tie the new main into the existing supply main. The second shut-down will occur when DWM will need to switch your water service from the old main to the new water main and will last from 1-2 hours. The third shut-down will occur at the end of the project, when they will need to connect the opposite end of the new main to the existing supply main; this will take from 4-6 hours.
When a water main breaks, it creates problems for everyone regardless of the time of year. DWM will have two crews on site for most of the day any breaks or problems that arise will be quickly resolved. For breaks that occur after hours, their repair crews will be on alert to the construction and will respond as quickly as possible.
When the work is complete the pavement will be poured with cement flush with the existing pavement. Resurfacing with asphalt will occur in the spring. Leavitt from Milwaukee to Webster will be repaved from curb to curb.
The Milwaukee to Armitage portion of the project is scheduled to be done by the first week of March. Their crews will then move to the Armitage to Palmer portion of the project. Again they will have two crews working. The first crew will start at Armitage and work to Charleston. The second crew will start at Charleston and work to Palmer. DWM anticipates that this portion of the project will be completed by mid to late April. If you would like to receive regular email updates about the progress of the project, please go to BuildingANewChicago.org to register for the WaterALERT program. Simply enter your name, email address and the project identification number at the top of this letter. By signing up for the WaterALERT emails, you will be notified as the project enters each new construction phase – from their mobilization of equipment onto the site to the installation of new pipes to the final restoration of the street. The email alert system is not presently set up for, nor can it provide emergency notification such as a water main break. In the event of a break or a leak call 24-Hour City Service and Information Line 311. The Department of Water Management has sole responsible for the workmanship, and the cost of this project. Any resident that wants to file a damage claim should contact the City Clerks’ Office. The process can be started on line at http://www.chicityclerk.com/ Under the quick links you are looking for “File a Damage Claim”.
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The Census Bureau is Hiring!
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The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting a Partnership Specialist for the 2020 Census. The partnership specialist is responsible for developing partnerships with state, local, and tribal governments; community-based organizations, faith-based groups; schools, media outlets; businesses; and other grass-roots entities in communities throughout the entire State of Illinois. The Partnership Specialist also provides support to census field operations such as recruitment, address canvassing, non-response follow-up, and others. The incumbent is responsible for assisting senior level staff members with conducting workshops, making presentations, conducting seminars, working at exhibit booths, and other activities to support partnership building for the 2020 Census.
For more information visit: http://www.census.gov/regions/chicago/www/jobs/
The U.S. Department of Commerce is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, race, color, sex, creed, national origin, lawful political affiliation, disability, marital status, affiliation with an employee organization, sexual orientation, or other no-merit factor.
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Make a Difference: Youth Violence Reduction RFP Release
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The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) is issuing a Request for Proposals seeking qualified respondents to administer the Restoring Individuals through Supportive Environments (RISE) program.
RISE is a 16-week diversion program that provides intensive mentoring and skill-building opportunities for justice-involved youth through a curriculum focused on civic engagement and restorative justice. Respondents may apply as a single agency or in partnership with multiple agencies. Providers with extensive experience working with justice-involved youth but without the financial or administrative capacity to apply as a stand-alone agency are highly encouraged to work with larger providers and to act as subcontractors.
This is a competitive process open to all entities: non-profit, for-profit, faith-based, private and public. The program is available citywide, but preference will be given to respondents who apply to provide services in one or more of 15 Chicago Police Districts listed in the RFP.
Respondents are required to submit an application for the RFP via the City’s Cyber Grants system. Cyber Grants can be accessed via a link on the DFSS website at www.cityofchicago.org/fss or by going to this address.
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Transform Your Riverfront
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MPC is hosting a workshop for organizations, groups, and individuals who have ideas about activating a stretch of the river, and want support in moving their plan forward.
Come learn about the placemaking process, examples of successful projects, and information about funding opportunities. The event will include presentations and an opportunity to workshop your ideas with experts!
Please register by Feb. 5 to ensure they can tailor the event specifically to you.
Register by clicking here and click here to help shape the agenda.
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