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Department of Water Management Project Update

Clark St. from 16th St. to Cullerton

Through the  "Building a New Chicago" infrastructure improvement program, the Department of Water Management (DWM) recently installed a new water main in your area. The new pipe has been pressurized, disinfected, tested and approved. All of the water services have been switched from the old main to the newly installed water main.

• ON S CLARK ST FROM W 16TH ST TO W CULLERTON ST

Over the next few weeks we will begin to restore the street, first with a temporary concrete cap, then with asphalt. The concrete work is expected to be completed by Early November 2016.

Flushing after Your Service Line has been Connected to the New Water Main

Now that your old water main has been replaced and your water service has been connected to the new water main, it is important to flush your plumbing of any sediment, rust or metals, including any lead to maintain water quality.

Sediment, rust and metals, including any lead may collect in the aerator screen located at the tip of your faucets. These screens should be removed prior to flushing.

Routine Flushing

If your water line has been idle or stagnant for more than 6-hours, it is advised that you flush for at least 5 minutes. This may include flushing the toilet, taking a shower and doing laundry. Once the services have been transferred, the street will be temporarily restored with concrete until complete restoration of the street with asphalt can be done. ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps will be repaired or installed where needed, along with repair of damaged parkway and sidewalk. The final restoration of the street will include milling the surface, placing new asphalt, and painting the street markings.

ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps will be repaired or installed where needed, along with repair of damaged parkway and sidewalk. The final restoration of the street will include milling the surface, placing new asphalt, and painting the street markings.

The restoration schedule is subject to change and may be impacted by adverse weather conditions. Asphalt is not available during winter months, which may delay the final restoration of the street.

You will receive additional notifications as the project proceeds.

If you have questions about this project or the WaterALERT program, please email  Helpdesk

Attendees must RSVP in advance. Seating is limited.

United States Minority Contractors Association Small Business Expo

The Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) is attending the 25th Annual Millennium Awards Banquet and Technology Business Expo, sponsored by the United States Minority Contractors Association (USMCA) on Thursday, November 10, 2016. The expo is being held at the Belvedere Banquet Facility, 1170 W. Devon, Elk Grove Village, IL.

This business expo provides an excellent opportunity for minority contractors to network with key leadership in the fields of construction, business, and government as well as platform to increase representation in these industries.

If you have interest in obtaining more information about this event please contact USMCA via either Rev. Larry S. Bullock at 847-708-1597/847-852-5010; Ms. Vivian McGrew at 708-424-8200 or Ms. Teresa H. Jackson at 708-601-6487. 

November 10th 2016

The KROC Community Center

1250 W. 119th St. Chicago, IL

Free Parking, Food and Refreshments Served

 

Individual Artists Program and CityArts Grant Programs