Saturday November 20, 2010

Kick-Off: 2:30PM
Gates Open: 12:30PM

Wild Cat Way

Street Closures:

Sheffield - Addison to Waveland

Sheffield will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning Friday 11/19 at 9am continuous through Sunday 11/21.

What is taking place?

In keeping with the Northwestern tradition, Sheffield will be the turned into Wild Cat Way, featuring Food, Beverage and Merchandise vendors, Kids Activities and an All State Insurance Promotional Area. Throughout the day, there will be musical performances on a stage near Waveland. Musical performances will end by 9pm. During the game, the stage will house a TV screen where guests can view the game.

The festival is open to the public and requires No Admission Fee. Hours of operation will be 10am - 10pm.

Street Closure and Parking Restrictions:

Clark Street: Newport to Addison (Both Sides) 10AM - Midnight

Clark Street: Addison to Irving Park (East Side Only) 10AM - 8PM

Clark Street: Addison to Grace (West Side Only) 10AM - 8PM

Racine: Addison to Waveland (East Side Only) 10AM- 8PM

Addison: Clark to Wilton (South Side Only) 10AM - 8PM

Eddy Street: Brown Lot Driveway to Seminary (North Side Only) 10AM - 8PM

Waveland: Sheffield to Clark (Both Sides) Thursday 11/18 - Sunday 11/21

Street Closures on Saturday 11/20:

In an effort to enhance Public Safety the following street closures may occur. This decision will be made by the Police when they feel necessary. These closures are the same used during baseball games.

Waveland- Seminary to Sheffield: Will close approximately 2 hours before the game
Addison - Racine to Halsted: Approximately 15 minutes before the end of the game and continued until pedestrian traffic has safely exited the area. Estimated between the hours of 5:00pm and 6pm (depending on status of game)

Residential Permit Parking

Permit parking will be enforced based on post hours. Most areas in the 44th Ward have permit parking between the hours of 6pm and 6am. There are some exceptions in the immediate vicinity of Wrigley Field, which are enforceable At All Times.

Cubs Hotline

Residents are encouraged to report problems by calling the Cubs Hotline
(1-866-427-3869). The hotline will be open 2 hours before until 1 hour after the game. During all other times, residents should call 911

Blue LotParking:

Residents will not be allowed to use the Blue Lot beginning Friday November 19th at 5pm and may return on Sunday November 21st at 9am.

What to else can be expected throughout the week?

• The stadium lights will be in use as preparations are made and on Game Day
• Team practice(s) will be taking place at Wrigley Field
• Waveland will house Light Poles and TV Cameras. This equipment will be placed Curb-Side on the south side of Waveland. Equipment expected to arrive on Wednesday and will remain until post-game.

The Friendly Confines will be transformed into a football field for the first time since 1970 when the Northwestern University Wildcats host the University of Illinois Fighting Illini on November 20, 2010. The Cubs are opening the ballpark the following day, Sunday, November 21, for Touchdown on Wrigley Field, allowing fans to experience the thrill of football at the Friendly Confines. All proceeds benefit Chicago Cubs Charities.

At Touchdown on Wrigley Field, families and fans of all ages have the opportunity to spend 50 minutes on the gridiron, toss a football, relax on the yard lines or sip hot chocolate at beautiful Wrigley Field. Participant tickets are $50 for this rare opportunity. Each participant entering the field will need a participant ticket.

Purchase tickets by clicking here

A limited number of Wrigleyville Classic/ Chicago Cubs commemorative footballs are also available for purchase for $10 to participants only.

Guest tickets are also available for $15 each and include access to the stadium only for those family members who wish to watch but not participate on the field. Children two and under do not need a guest ticket to enter the stadium.

For more information, call 773-404-CUBS.

*Event will be held weather permitting and is subject to cancellation. Participants will be refunded in the event of cancellation.

Wednesday December 1, 2010

3:00pm-8:00pm

44^th Ward Service Office - 1057 W. Belmont

Alderman Tom Tunney and The Chicago Tax Assistance Center (CTAC) will be hosting a Property Tax Assistance Clinic. Representatives from CTAC will be on site to meet with you personally and help you understand your tax bill. The following services will be made available on a first come-first serve basis:

· Verification that you are receiving all eligible exemptions

· Payment Plan Options

· Options for lowering the assessed value of your property and/or your property tax bill for 2010

· Assist with the completion of required forms and documentation

Please bring a copy of your 2009 Second Installment Tax Bill!

Some of the basic requirements for entry level Chicago police officer positions include:

• Age
  • At least 21 years of age at time of application and 25 years of age at time of hire for non-military personnel.
  • At least 21 years of age for military personnel with appropriate service.
  • Must be less than 40 years old at the time of hire.
• Education/Military Experience
  • 60 semester (90 quarter) hours of college credit, or
  • 3 years (36 months) of continuous active duty in the U.S. Military, or
  • 30 semester (45 quarter) hours of college credit and one year of continuous military service.
• Valid driver's license.
• Payment of registration fee of $30.00. A fee waiver is available for qualifying individuals.

This position requires applicants to complete the application process, to submit all required documents, and to complete a written exam. The written exam will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2010.

Individuals interested in applying should go to:

www.cityofchicago.org/PoliceOfficerApplication.

Applicants should call the DHR hotline/customer service at 312-744-4976 if they have ANY questions before they push the "submit" button on application. Customer service representatives are available Monday-Saturday from 8:30-4:30. Customer Service is also available online at: police-application@cityofchicago.org.