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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a topic that is near and dear to my heart. As a breast cancer survivor, I know the importance of awareness and vigilance when it comes to fighting this disease.
Breast cancer statistics are staggering. In 2008 alone, breast cancer was responsible for 458,503 deaths globally. It is the most common invasive cancer in women, affecting about 12% of female population worldwide. Organizations like the Susan G. Komen Foundation and events like the Race for the Cure help drive awareness and raise millions of dollars annually to fund breast cancer research and treatment.
The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force recommends a mammography every two years for women between the ages of 50 and 74. Other screening techniques, such as a self-exam, genetic screening, ultrasound or an MRI can also be used in diagnosis.
Significant progress in treating breast cancer has been made, with excellent outcomes for individuals who catch the disease quickly and start treatment early.
So this October, in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, get yourself and your loved ones checked for breast cancer. Early detection is critical!
As always, if there is anything my office can do to assist you, don't hesitate to contact me at 773-373-9273 or at [email protected].
Sincerely,
Pat Dowell
Alderman, 3rd Ward
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Third Ward Update
Alderman Dowell Celebrates Historic Grand Opening of the Rosenwald Courts Apartments
Fulfilling a promise she made when first elected, Alderman Pat Dowell hosted the historic grand opening of the new Rosenwald Courts Apartments located on 47th Street between Michigan Ave. and Wabash Ave. Vacant since 2000, the Rosenwald was home to such African-American luminaries as the poet Gwendolyn Brooks, boxer Joe Lewis, music producer Quincy Jones and singer Nat "King" Cole.
The building was originally developed in 1929 by Julius Rosenwald, President of Sears Roebuck & Company, as housing for African-American residents during the time of strict segregation. The renovated Rosenwald Courts Apartments now boasts 239 updated one- and two- bedroom units for seniors and families. Additionally, the building contains thousands of square feet of retail space on the first floor, with prospective tenants including: Sip and Savor, Illinois Service Federal Bank, Michelle's Old Fashioned Ice Cream and a small grocery store.
Thank you to everyone who made this wonderful project possible. Thank you to Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the entire team at the Department of Planning and Development for their hard work, Eugene Jones CEO of the CHA, David Roos and Jim Bergman - the developers of this great building - and their development teams at Iceberg Development, Evercore Cos, RCAP LP, the Lightengale Group and Roos Enterprises Inc., community activist Bobbie Johnson and the countless others who made this dream a reality.
10th Annual 3rd Ward Senior Update
Hundreds of local seniors enjoyed a day of fun, food, games and information at Alderman Dowell's 10th Annual 3rd Ward Senor Update on Saturday, September 17th. Thank you to all the seniors who made the day so enjoyable, and to all the vendors and service providers that came to help with the event and offer their services to our ward's senior residents. In particular, thank you to all the women of Delta Gamma Theta, the Chicago Police and the Chicago Fire Department who donated their time to make sure the event ran smoothly.
Seniors were able to access health services provided by Oak Street Health and Provident Hospital, as well as housing services by Partners in Community Building. A fantastic DJ was on hand to serenade the guests in between speeches from local community groups and other elected officials.
Illinois Tech Groundbreaking
On August 25th the Illinois Institute of Technology officially broke ground on its first new academic facility in 40 years with the Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship. The Kaplan Institute will serve as a one-of-a-kind hub for innovation at Illinois Tech, preparing students for the development of meaningful technology innovations that solve complex problems.
The groundbreaking marks the beginning of the construction phase for the future 70,000 sq. ft. innovation center which will be located just north of Hermann Hall. Construction is expected to ramp up by March 2017 with completion anticipated for 2018. The innovation center will enhance Illinois Tech's existing hands-on active learning program.
 Mary Richardson Jones Ribbon Cutting
On Saturday, September 10th, Alderman Pat Dowell joined Principal Tara Shelton of South Loop Elementary, the Dearborn Park II Landscape Association and members of the Mary Richardson Jones Park Advisory Council (PAC) for the ceremonial ribbon cutting of the park's newly-minted field at 1240 S. Plymouth Ct.
Improvements to the field began in the spring of 2016. The Park Advisory Council, a
voluntary group of individuals who meet on a regular basis to support the effective functioning of their local park is being led by PAC Co-Presidents Elaine Szujewski and Sandy Davidson. With the help of the Chicago Park District, the Armstrong PAC and Alderman Dowell, Mary Richardson Jones Park is making strides to become a fun and nature-filled playspace.
For more information on Chicago Park District events visit
ChicagoParkDistrict.com or contact the PAC at 312-742-7649.
New Mayor of Bronzeville - Andre Guichard
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oin Alderman Pat Dowell in congratulating the new "Mayor of Bronzeville" Andre Guichard, owner of Galley Guichard (436 E. 47th St.). This honorary position helps promote the Bronzeville neighborhood and is an integral member of Bronzeville projects like the Great Migration Exhibition and Bronzeville Summer Nights.
Andre was presented the key to Bronzeville at a special ceremony in late-September.
John B. Drake Elementary School Participates in KICS Community
League
Alderman Dowell and IBEW Local 134 helped connect the students at John B. Drake Elementary School with the popular KICS Community League. Drake students played their first ever games against other KICS teams in late-September (pictured left). Additionally, KICS has hired a community resident from Dearborn Homes as a paid referee.
KICS started off as the Near South Soccer League (NSSL) and was founded in 2006 as a non-profit, all volunteer youth soccer league to promote a healthy sport environment for children that is focused on equal playtime, fun soccer education and community engagement. KICS is proud to now have over 1600+ families annually from South Loop, West Loop, Printer's Row, University Village, Pilsen, Chinatown, Bridgeport, Bronzeville and beyond participating in our Recreational League, KDP/Toddler programs and local events and outings.
Phillips Football Back to Defend State Championship
Wendell Phillips Academy High School looks to defend its 2015-16 Class 4A Illinois State Championship. After a season opening loss at Fenwick, Phillips has won its next four games beating Chicago rivals Simeon and Westinghouse in the process. For October, Phillips will play at King (10/1), at Raby (10/8) and home against Solorio (10/14). Join Alderman Dowell and the Phillips family to support your reigning state champions!
CPS Enrollment and School Based Budgeting Information Released
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) provides schools with a yearly budget based on a complicated formula that takes into account many factors, the most important of which is enrollment. Basically, the more students a school has, the more money a school gets. This is called per-pupil funding. As children get situated and the enrollment process comes to its conclusion, CPS adjusts the budget of its schools taking into account projected versus actual enrollment. This is done on the 10th and 20th days of the school year, with the 20th day count being the final enrollment number for which budgets are based. The 20th day numbers were computed and released in late-September.
Citywide, CPS enrollment was down from last year, meaning schools, including some of those in the 3rd Ward, lost anticipated funding. Most of the schools that lost funding were able to balance their budgets by closing vacant positions, however there were some impacts to staffing at a few schools in the ward. To help offset this loss of funding,
Alderman Dowell surplused $1.8 million in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds, which was then distributed to all CPS schools in the 3rd Ward.
This extra funding was critical to ensure the proper functioning of neighborhood schools. For more information about CPS enrollment and budget information, please click
here
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New School-Based Health Center Opens at Drake Elementary
Delivering health care services to approximately 400 students on-site, 20 surrounding neighborhood schools and area families, the newly created Drake Health & Wellness center is a welcome addition to the community. The new health center features
a total of four exam rooms, modern equipment, an ADA compliant bathroom and attached lab, build out of an external entrance for community residents, group meeting room, and an administrative office. In addition to bringing full-time school day health services to Drake and the surrounding community, the investment will provide youth with comprehensive primary care with a new focus on behavioral health services.
Three 3rd Ward Buildings Win 2016 Preservation Excellence Award
Unity Hall (3140 S. Indiana Ave.), the Chicago Defender Building (3435 S. Indiana Ave.) and 421 E. 50th St. have been selected to receive a 2016 "Chicago Landmark Award for Preservation Excellence." These awards, selected by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks, honor outstanding projects that involve notable improvements to individual Chicago Landmarks or to buildings within Chicago Landmark Districts. Unity Hall is receiving the award for their adaptive reuse of the historic building, the Chicago Defender Building won the rehabilitation award, and 421 E. 50th Street is being awarded in the new construction category.
Alderman Dowell Celebrates Senior Building's 20 Year Anniversary
The 3rd Ward is home to thousands of senior residents and dozens of senior buildings. The ward's proximity to downtown, the lakefront and entertainment areas, along with its storied history, make it the ideal place for seniors to enjoy their golden years.
Alderman Dowell makes it a point to routinely visit her ward's senior buildings to connect with residents and give them an opportunity to share their thoughts from the comfort and convenience of their own home. Pictured right is one such occasion where Alderman Dowell celebrated one of her senior building's 20 year anniversary.
Street Resurfacing - King Drive from 51st St. to Marquette Road
Alderman Dowell would like to inform you of an upcoming resurfacing project on S. Dr. Martin Luther King Drive from E. 51st St. to E. Marquette Rd. This street is part of the Chicago Department of Transportation's Arterial Street Resurfacing - STP South Area Project, in the 3rd
Ward.
Construction was scheduled to begin on September 22, 2016 pending clearance from and coordination with existing utilities and weather permitting. Gallagher Asphalt is the general contractor for this project with Ardmore Associates providing resident engineering services for the Chicago Department of Transportation.
The work will include ADA sidewalk improvements, curb and gutter removal and replacement, milling the existing asphalt pavement, asphalt paving, concrete bus pad construction, and striping.
During construction, temporary "No Parking" signs will be periodically installed as required for each activity listed above. These temporary signs will restrict parking during working hours, while adhering to rush hour restrictions, for the completion of the work. All work on this corridor is scheduled to be completed by November 4, 2016.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the resident engineer Sean Anthony at 312-795-1400.
Street Resurfacing - 26th Street from Halsted to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Alderman Dowell would like to inform you of an upcoming resurfacing project on E/W 26th Street from S. Halsted St. to S. Martin Luther King Dr. This street is part of the Chicago Department of Transportation's Arterial Street Resurfacing - STP South Area Project, in the 3rd
Ward.
Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin on October 7, 2016 pending clearance from and coordination with existing utilities and weather permitting. Gallagher Asphalt is the general contractor for this project with Ardmore Associates providing resident engineering services for the Chicago Department of Transportation.
The work will include ADA sidewalk improvements, curb and gutter removal and replacement, milling the existing asphalt pavement, asphalt paving, concrete bus pad construction, and striping.
During construction, temporary "No Parking" signs will be periodically installed as required for each activity listed above. These temporary signs will restrict parking during working hours, while adhering to rush hour restrictions, for the completion of the work. All work on this corridor is scheduled to be completed by November 16, 2016.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the resident engineer Sean Anthony at 312-795-1400.
Street Resurfacing - Root Street from Emerald Ave. to Wentworth Ave.
Alderman Dowell would like to inform you of an upcoming resurfacing project on W. Root Street from S. Emerald Ave. to S. Wentworth Ave. This street is part of the Chicago Department of Transportation's Arterial Street Resurfacing - STP South Area Project, in the 3rd
Ward.
Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin on October 4, 2016 pending clearance from and coordination with existing utilities and weather permitting. Gallagher Asphalt is the general contractor for this project with Ardmore Associates providing resident engineering services for the Chicago Department of Transportation.
The work will include ADA sidewalk improvements, curb and gutter removal and replacement, milling the existing asphalt pavement, asphalt paving, concrete bus pad construction, and striping.
During construction, temporary "No Parking" signs will be periodically installed as required for each activity listed above. These temporary signs will restrict parking during working hours, while adhering to rush hour restrictions, for the completion of the work. All work on this corridor is scheduled to be completed by November 4, 2016.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the resident engineer Sean Anthony at 312-795-1400.
August 2016 311 Requests
| CDOT - Electrical Operations |
90 |
| Water Management - Sewers |
74 |
| Animal Care and Control |
72 |
| DFSS - Human Services |
60 |
| Streets and Sanitation - Rodent Baiting |
46 |
| Streets and Sanitation - Code Violations |
43 |
| Streets and Sanitation - Garbage Carts |
42 |
| Water Management - Water Issues |
36 |
| Department of Buildings - Vacant Buildings |
34 |
| Streets and Sanitation - Forestry |
30 |
August 2016 Streets and Sanitation Requests
New Water Main - South Clark Street from 16th Street to Cullerton Street
By late September 2016, Department of Water Management (DWM) and Benchmark Construction Company crews will begin the work to install 1,769 feet of new 8-inch water main in S. Clark Street, from W. 16th Street to W. Cullerton Street. The old water main dates back to 1904, and needs to be replaced.
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
1601138.
By signing up for the WaterALERT emails, you will be notified as the project enters each new construction phase - from mobilization of equipment onto the site, to the installation of new pipes, to the final restoration of the street.
When DWM is working in the street, they may close or limit it to traffic for safety reasons, but you will always be able to reach your home or business. Outside of working hours, a travel lane will be left open for local traffic only.
DWM will post our work area for "No Parking" as needed during work hours (generally
7am-4pm). Parking outside of those hours will be allowed, but cars will need to be moved by the start of the next workday. DWM will try to preserve as much parking space as possible.
DWM knows that construction always involves inconveniences and noise and they will do everything possible to maintain your quality of life throughout these projects, and conducting themselves as good and thoughtful neighbors in the course of our presence on your street.
Should you have any questions or concerns, you can either ask the construction foreman during the project, or call any of the following numbers:
* 24-Hour City Service and Information Line: 311
When DWM switches over the services from the old main to the new water main, they will interrupt water service. DWM give you 24-hour notice when this is to happen. However, in the event of an emergency shutdown during construction, they may not be able to give you prior warning.
Progress on Citywide Tree Trimming Requests
In 2014, the Department of Streets and Sanitation's Bureau of Forestry (BOF), the agency responsible for managing all trees in the public way, had a backlog of 28,000 outstanding tree-trimming requests dating back two years. To help tackle that goal, 10 new tree trimming crews, typically composed of two city workers, will be added to the bureau thanks to money the department saved from switching to a grid-based, regional garbage pickup system.
As of today, the city has made significant headway on the outstanding tree trimming requests and the Bureau of Forestry intends to fulfill request submitted through July 2016 by the end of the tree trim season. The 3rd Ward Public Service office has received numerous requests for tree-trimming and Alderman Dowell has worked with the Bureau of Forestry to ensure that these requests are completed. Residents can expect for tree trim request entered through the month of July to be completed during this year's trimming season. If possible, request submitted after July may be serviced in 2016 if the season permits. Any unresolved 2016 tree trim request will be top priority when tree trimming resumes in 2017. For more information please contact the 3rd Ward Public Service Office at 773-373-9273.
Troubled
Business
Upon the request of Alderman Dowell, the Department of
Business Affairs and Consumer Protection executed a
complete store inspection of Perception Art Gallery at 504-506 E. 47th St. As a result, cease and desist order was issued for offering entertainment and amusement primarily involving music and dance but not limited to parties and events.
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Perception Art Gallery
504-506 e. 47th St.
Date of Investigation
September 21, 2016
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Violations
Operating without the required Limited Business License, Failure to display required license
Fine: Cease and Desist
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Free Flu Vaccines
Influenza (flu) is a contagious viral respiratory illness. Symptoms can be mild to severe and serious outcomes of a flu infection can result in hospitalization or death. Some people, such as older adults, young children, and people with certain health conditions are at high risk for serious flu complications. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year.
The Chicago Department of Public Health is collaborating with Alderman Dowell, other Aldermanic offices, and various community partners to host immunization events where residents can get their flu shot for
free. Residents can attend any of the walk-in clinic events and should bring their Medicare or insurance card if they have one. 2016 Influenza Walk-In Clinics near you are listed below.
- Saturday, October 15, 2016 - Dearborn Homes - 2840 S. State St. - 10AM-2PM
- Saturday, October 15, 2016 - Ellis Park Arts & Recreation Center - 3520 S. Cottage Grove Ave. - 10AM-2PM
- Tuesday, November 15, 2016 - Chicago Police Department - 2nd District - 5101 S. Wentworth Ave. - 9AM-3PM
- Friday, November 18, 2016 - Chicago Police Department - HQ - 3510 S. Michigan Ave. - 9AM-3PM
For more information on CDPH's Flu-vaccination program, please call 311 or 312-747-9884
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Events in and Around the Ward
UniverSoul Circus
Back for another great year, the UniverSoul Circus brings all the pageantry, wonder and fun of the live circus experience to Washington Park. Tickets, special offers and more are available at
http://www.universoulcircus.com/chicago.
Where: Washington Park (51st St. and Cottage Grove Avenue)
When: September 28th - October 30th
Old St. Mary's 8th Annual Oktoberfest
Tickets include entrance and Bavarian food. Must be 21 to enter. All proceeds support Old St. Mary's Tuition Assistance Program. To purchase tickets click
here.
Where: Old St. Mary's Parking Lot (1474 S. Michigan Ave.)
When: Saturday, October 1st from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
AARP Scam Jam
AARP Chicago is hosting a free fraud awareness and shredding event open to the public where people from the community, particularly the Chicago South Side, can securely destroy confidential documents and records.
Scam Jam will also educate participants on how to fight against becoming a victim of fraud as we approach the holiday season. Representatives from law enforcement will provide information as well as the tools needed to keep your identity safe and not fall prey to scams. Questions, call Dina Anderson at 312-458-3611.
Where: Parkway Ballroom (4455 S. King Drive)
When: Tuesday, October 4th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
National Coffee with a Cop Day
Join your neighbors and police officers for a coffee and conversation on National Coffee with a Cop Day. The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down the barriers between police officers and the citizens they serve by allowing opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood. Questions, please contact the 1st District Community Relations Office at [email protected] or at 312-745-4381 or the 2nd District Community Relations Office at 312-745-4119.
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1st District
Where: Overflow Coffee Bar (1550 S. State St.)
When: Friday, October 7th from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm
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2nd District
Where: 740 E. 47th St.
When: Friday, October 7th from 8:00 am to 11:00 am
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Historic Preservation at 50
Celebrating 50 Years of Preservation Many view the loss of Louis Sullivan's Stock Exchange Building in 1971 as the launch of the preservation movement in Chicago.
But in 1966, a small group of individuals formed the Chicago School of Architecture Foundation to save H. H. Richardson's epochal Glessner House from demolition. That same year, Congress passed the National Historic Preservation Act and a new historic preservation movement gained traction in cities from coast to coast, including Chicago. Join Glessner House Museum, in partnership with Landmarks Illinois, AIA Chicago, and Friends of Historic Second Church as they present Historic Preservation at 50: Chicago and the Future of the Movement.
For more info visit:
http://www.glessnerhouse.org/events/historic-preservation-at-50.
Where: Glessner House Museum (1800 S. Prairie Avenue)
When: Saturday, October 8th fro 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Nursing Home Residents Rights and Protection
The Circuit Court of Cook County's Elder Justice Center, as part of its free senior enrichment seminar series, is presenting an event entitled "Nursing Home Residents Rights and Protection." This seminar will discuss nursing home residents' rights, common problems residents encounter and resolutions, the Illinois Department of Public Health's role as a regulator, and investigation and reporting procedures. To register please call 312-603-9233.
Where: Richard J. Daley Center (50 W. Washington, Room 2005)
When: Thursday, October 13th from noon to 1:30 pm
Mobile Food Pantry
The Greater Chicago Food Depository's Mobile Food Pantry will be offering free fresh fruits, vegetables and non-perishable groceries to needy residents at St. Elisabeth Church.
Where: St. Elizabeth Church/SVDP Food Pantry (41st and Wabash Ave.)
When: Thursday, October 13th from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
The Stage Play STOP (The Violence)
STOP is a 90-minute one act stage play about stopping the violence and working together to spread peace, love and community as a community and a city. After the show, the cast, community leaders and residents will collaborate to propose immediate and viable solutions to STOP the violence in Chicago. The play is free. For more information call Phoenix Tyler at 773-499-8838.
Where: Metropolitan Apostolic Church (4100 S. King Drive)
When: October 15th, 2:00 pm refreshments, 3:00 pm show time
Octoberfest Fundraiser for South Loop Elementary School
South Loop Elementary School is hosting its annual Octoberfest Fundraiser and Annual Kameli Event. Tickets are $25 a person and includes appetizers, live action, and cash bar. Childcare will be available at the main building. Watch the Bears vs. Packers game live at 7:25 pm! Tickets are available at
http://psurl.com/oct16. Proceeds support instructional resources like textbooks, software and workbooks.
Where: Reggies (2105 S. State St.)
When: Thursday, October 20th from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Breakin' It Down
Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP), Asian Pacific Americans in Development (APAID), Blacks In Development (BID), Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy (CAAIP), Center for Arab American Philanthropy (CAAP), Chicago Latinos in Philanthropy (CLIP) and Latinos In Development (LID) have once again joined together to provide a unique fundraising and nonprofit management conference featuring diverse speakers targeting audiences that serve diverse communities. This year's conference theme is:
Diversity. Funding. Impact!
Come learn more about how your nonprofit's diversity, or lack of diversity, impacts funding decisions and what steps you can take to improve diversity for long term sustainability. To register please click here.
Where: Columbia College (1104 S. Wabash Avenue)
When: Friday, October 21st from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm
Halloween Gathering on the Chicago Cultural Mile
Last year the Chicago Cultural Mile Association launched one of Chicago's most exciting, new initiatives, The Halloween Gathering Festival and Parade. This powerful event gathered Chicago's vast and diverse creative communities for an afternoon festival culminating with a magical nighttime parade. Drawing together world-renowned institutions including the Field Museum, The Art Institute of Chicago, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, as well as unique local organizations like Louder Than a Bomb, Silent Theater Company, and guilds of artists in assorted fields, this dramatic display activated Halloween as the "artist's holiday" along one of the most prestigious cultural avenues in the world. For more information click
here.
Where: Columbus Drive from Balbo St. to Monroe St.
When: Saturday, October 22nd from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Children's Halloween Party
Bring your little goblins in costume to Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance's annual not-so-scary Halloween party. Guests will enjoy games, prizes, balloons, pumpkin decorating, mask making, candy, refreshments, music and more! Tickets for 1-12 year olds are $12, 13 to adult are $4, and infants are free.
Where: Glessner House (1800 S. Prairie)
When: Sunday, October 30th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Family Halloween Costume Parade & Neighborhood Trick or Treat
The Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance is hosting its annual free costume parade and trick or treat.
Where: 1800 S. Prairie
When: Monday, October 31st at 4:30 pm (parade), 5:00 pm (trick or treat)
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Important Announcements
Soldier Field Events
Parking restrictions are in place for the South Loop during all Chicago Bears football games as well as other events hosted at Soldier Field. Vehicles parked in the South Loop without a valid Soldier Field Parking Pass or Soldier Field Guest Pass are subject to ticketing or towing.
For a complete list of Soldier Field events, please visit
www.SoldierField.net/events. The 3rd Ward is providing the list below as a courtesy to residents and visitors and does not assume liability for the accuracy of the monthly list of Soldier Field events. All Soldier Field events are subject to change, including cancellation or the scheduling of additional events. It is your responsibility to adhere to the parking restrictions in place.
| Bacon and Beer Classic - Saturday, October 1st at noon |
AIDS Walk - Saturday, October 1st from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm |
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Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions - Sunday, October 2nd at noon
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Strides for Peace - Thursday, October 6th from noon to 10:00 pm
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| Torch Relay - Friday, October 7th from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Color Run - Saturday, October 15th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Beer Run - Saturday, October 15th |
Out of the Darkness Walk - Saturday, October 15th |
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Chicago Bears vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
- Sunday, October 16th at noon
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Making Strides- October 21-22, 8-5 F, 6-3 S |
| Light the Night - Saturday, October 22nd from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm |
Costume Dash - Saturday, October 29th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm |
| Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings - Monday, October 31st at 7:30 pm |
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Major Races in the 3rd Ward in October
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
The Bank of America
Chicago
Marathon will be held on
Sunday, October 9th. Thousands of runners will race around
Chicago, including through large sections of the 3rd Ward. Prepare accordingly as street closures will affect traffic. Please click
here for a course map.
Street Closures Prior to Race Day
Monday, October 3rd: Balbo - Columbus to Lake Shore Drive
Wednesday, October 5th - 10AM: Jackson - Columbus to Lake Shore Drive
Thursday, October 6th - 4AM: Columbus - Roosevelt to Congress
Friday, October 7th - 10AM: Columbus - Congress to Monroe
Jackson - Columbus to Michigan
Congress - Columbus to Michigan
Saturday, October 8th - 7AM: Columbus - Monroe to Randolph
Saturday, October 8th - 11AM: Roosevelt - Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (westbound lanes only)
Saturday, October 8th - 12PM: Monroe - Michigan to Lake Shore Drive
Hot Chocolate 15k/5k
The 2016 Hot Chocolate 15k/5 will race through the 3rd Ward on Sunday, October 30th. This is one of the City of Chicago's largest races in terms of participation and will affect traffic throughout the war. For course information and map, please click
here.
See
Something
,
Say
Something
The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) and the Cook County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) have launched the "If You
See
Something,
Say
Something" campaign to alert local residents of the critical role they play in helping to keep the community safe. Residents are urged to call 855-RPRT-2S4
(855-777-8274) to report any non-emergency suspicious activity to local authorities. However, if there is an immediate threat to life or property, please continue to call 911.
When calling please make sure to detail: who or what you saw, when you saw it, where it occurred and why it's suspicious.
Redevelopment of the Former Michael Reese Hospital Site Announced
Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced that the City of Chicago is moving forward with the mixed-use redevelopment of the 49-acre former site of Michael Reese Hospital in the 4th Ward's Bronzeville neighborhood. This large vacant site was acquired by the City of Chicago in 2009 as part of its Olympic bid. The City will select a developer through a Request for Proposals process which will be issued and available for submission on October 12, 2016. Final development submissions will be due to the Department of Planning and Development by February 22, 2017. Responses may include one or more projects involving commercial, industrial, residential and recreational uses. Development also may include the air rights above 28 acres of largely vacant land directly east of the Michael Reese site.
Chicago Divests from Wells Fargo
Because of unethical practices engaged in by Wells Fargo dating back to 2011, the City of Chicago has divested $25 million from its investment portfolio from the company. According to City Treasurer Kurt Summers, these practices - where Wells Fargo enrolled unsuspecting customers in unauthorized accounts which allowed the bank to accrue additional fees - undermines the credibility of the bank as a fair financial partner for the city. Because of that, the Treasurer has decided to divest funding from the bank.
Chicago Star Scholarship
Chicago-area universities offer special scholarships to Chicago Star students who graduate with an Associate Degree from City Colleges of Chicago with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Some additional requirements do apply.
The Star Scholarship provides waivers for the cost of tuition and books not covered by financial aid. To be eligible, you must be a Chicago Public High School graduating senior with a 3.0 GPA or higher, enroll in one of the City Colleges' academic pathways, and have an ACT of 17 or better in English and math. For more information go to
www.ccc.edu/starscholarship.
AARP Experience Corps Volunteers Needed
AARP Experience Corps Volunteers - people age 50 and older - help children in kindergarten through third grade learn to read. They provide peer support, mentoring, coaching and ongoing training to help children succeed. To volunteer or learn more, contact AARP Foundation Experience Corps Chicago at 312-660-8662 or at
www.aarpfoundation.org/ecchicago.
3rd Ward Small Business Improvement Funds Available
The City of Chicago, along with its partner Somercor, operates a program to assist business with various capital expenses called the Small Business Improvement Fund, or
SBIF for short. To find out if you are eligible for
SBIF financing and what
SBIF funds can be used for please click
here.
Between November 1st and November 30th (not yet open), the following TIF districts in the 3rd Ward will be accepting
SBIF applications: 24th/Michigan, 47th/King, 47th/State, Bronzeville, and Michigan/Cermak. If you have any questions about the
SBIF application process please call Somercor directly at
312-360-3300.
2016 MeterSave Program
The Department of Water Management is reminding residents that homes using the MeterSave program are seeing significant savings on their water bills. By signing up to have a free water meter installed, residents will receive a 7-year guarantee that your water bill will go no higher than what it would have been had it not been metered. Installation is completely free. Registration is easy, go to
www.metersave.org or by calling 311/312-744-4H2O. Residents will also receive a free water conservation incentive when the meter is installed!
Overflow Your Possibility Business Coaching
The founders of Overflow Coffee are launching their next socially-conscious business enterprise, Overflow Your Possibility. As certified coaches, they are prepared to assist you individually or help your business make an even greater impact through Social Enterprise. If you are interested, you can check out their coaching site at
www.overflowyourpossibility.com and join them for their next webinar at
www.overflowyourpossibility.com/live.
Seven Tips for Keeping Packages Safe this Holiday Season
By FedEx Global Media
FedEx wants to help make sure you have a hassle-free holiday season this year.
We have more than 325,000 team members around the world dedicated to helping the holidays arrive. While we do our utmost to ensure the safe and secure delivery of every package, there are steps our customers can take for added peace of mind.
FedEx Delivery Manager
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gives customers more power to customize home deliveries to fit their schedules. Sign up is free at
fedex.com/delivery.
- Consider an alternate destination. When you order something online, consider sending the package to your workplace or to a family member, friend or neighbor who is home during the day to accept delivery.
- Send it to your nearest FedEx Office location. You can have your deliveries sent to the nearest FedEx Office location, and we'll hold it for you for up to five business days. FedEx provides this service at no added cost. If it's a FedEx Express® package, you can also have your package sent to one of our FedEx Express stations. Find the location nearest you at fedex.com/locate.
- Request a signature. Many packages today are sent without requiring a signature for delivery. If you're shipping something of high value - or you just want to be sure items aren't left unattended - you can require a signature for packages to be released. Either the shipper or the recipient can make this request.
- Request a vacation hold. Taking a holiday trip to visit family or friends? You can request a vacation hold on all shipments for up to 14 days.
- Ask for a ring. Use FedEx Delivery Manager to let your driver know you want a ring-or a knock. You can leave instructions for drivers to always ring your doorbell or knock on your door when a package is being left. Do you like your packages left behind the big planter or tucked behind the grill beside the back door? Use FedEx Delivery Manager® to leave one-time-only or standing instructions for where you want FedEx to leave your deliveries. You can also let your driver know your instructions by calling 1.800.463.3339.
- Schedule your delivery. Request to get your delivery on your time, not ours. Pick a delivery time and date that works for you.
- Redirect your packages even when they're already on the way. With FedEx Delivery Manager, you'll be alerted of every FedEx® package headed to your home, even if you don't have the tracking number. If you know you won't be home and want to send the delivery somewhere else, just redirect it to where you'll be, or another secure location.
2016 City-Wide Blue Cart Recycling Map and Schedule
The City of Chicago provides blue cart recycling service for Chicago residents. The 3rd Ward is serviced by Sims Midwest Metal Management and pickups occur bi-weekly on a certain day depending on where you live in the ward. To access the recycling pick up schedule and map, please click
here.
There are also new regulations regarding what can and can not be recycled. To help residents better understand recycling in Chicago, the Department of Streets and Sanitation has set up a website,
www.recyclebycity.com/chicago, with more information.
Setting Up a Block Club
Traditionally block clubs are groups of people who have homes and families on any given block in the city and have organized to improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods. People who form block clubs are concerned and care about their communities and share information, identify concerns and act collectively to address those concerns.
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Employment and Training
Lyft Recruiting Session
Lyft matches drivers with passengers who request rides through their smartphone app, and passengers pay automatically through the app. Whether you're trying to offset costs of your car, cover this month's bills, or fund your dreams, Lyft will get you there. So go ahead. Be your own boss. RSVP at
http://bit.ly/lyftcookworkforce
Where: Mid South Workforce Center (4314 S. Cottage Grove Ave.
When: Wednesday, October 19th from 9:00 am to noon and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Where: Pilsen Workforce Center (1700 W. 18th St. 3rd Floor
When: Thursday, October 27th from 9:00 am to noon |
Tuition Free EMT-basic Training for Women
To qualify for tuition free EMT-basic training you must be: a female and the head of a household, earn between $10,000 - $40,000 per year (recently unemployed applicants will also be considered), have a clean work and driving record, be fluent in English, have a high school or GED, and be legally able to work in the United States. To learn more and apply go to
www.industrialcouncil.com/emt-training.html.
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October CAPS
Attending and participating in the Chicago Police's Community Policing Program (CAPS) is one of the best ways to address crime and quality of life issues in your neighborhood. By attending CAPS meetings, you can share important information with the police that will assist them in making arrests and preventing crime as well as receive valuable information about resources that promote homeowner and community safety. Visit www.chicagopolice.org to find out what district you live in and click on each district title to learn more about what is happening in your neighborhood.
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1st District
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131/132
Tuesday, October 18th @ 7:00 pm
Hillard Apts.
(30 W. Cermak)
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133
Wednesday, October 19th at @ 7:00 pm
Dearborn Homes
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2nd District
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211
Monday, October 10th @ 6:30 pm
Il College of Optometry
(3240 S. Indiana) |
212/214
Tuesday, October 4th @ 6:30 pm
Mandrake Park
(3858 S. Cottage Grove) |
213/215/224
Wednesday, October 12th @ 6:30 pm
St. Elizabeth's
(4058 S. Michigan) |
221/223
Tuesday, October 18th @ 6:30 pm
King Center
(4313 S. Cottage Grove) |
225/231
Thursday, October 13th @ 6:30 pm
Coppin AME Church
(5627 S. Michigan) |
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7th District
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9th District
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711/712
Thursday, October 27th at 6:30 pm
Sherwood Park
(5701 S. Shields) |
915
Tuesday, October 11th @ 6:30 pm
9th District Station
(3120 S. Halsted) |
924/931/933
Tuesday, October 4th @ 6:00 pm
New City Living
(4707 S. Marshfield) |
925
Wednesday, October 19th @ 6:00 pm
St. Gabriel's Church
(4500 S. Wallace) |
934/935
Tuesday, October 18th @ 6:00 pm
Westhaven Apts.
(850 W. Garfield) |
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