Greetings!
I am honored to serve as your Alderman of the 16th Ward.
I’ve made it my mission to ensure that residents of the 16th Ward are informed of all the resources the City of Chicago and my office have to offer. In this e-mail you will find information on upcoming events, employment opportunities and other useful resources. As your Alderman, I am working hard everyday to improve the quality of life for our residents and fighting to make our Ward a great place to live, work and play.
As always, please contact my office for all your city service needs. My office is ready to assist you and address your concerns. I look forward to seeing you out in the community.
Very Truly Yours,
Stephanie D. Coleman
Alderman - 16th Ward
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16th Ward Service Office
5411 S. Ashland Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60609
Tel 773.306.1981
Ward16@CityofChicago.org www.16thWard.org
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Monday 9 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 3 pm
Saturday & Sunday - Closed
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Ward Night scheduled February 24, 2020 has been cancelled
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Ward Night scheduled February 24, 2020 has been cancelled for the 16th Ward.
Ward NIght will resume on a first come first serve basis on:
Monday, March 9, 2020 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: 5411 S Ashland Ave.
Alderman Coleman and her staff apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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16th Ward Black History Makers
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The Rev. Clay Evans, a civil rights leader, influential evangelical broadcaster and gospel music icon.
Clay Evans was an African American Baptist pastor and founder of the influential Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois famous for its gospel music infused Sunday service and choir.
Today we recognize
Rev. Clay Evans
as one of our 16th Ward Black History Makers.
#BlackHistory2020 #AnnaLangford #Chi16 #Sweet16thWard
2/25/20
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The Honorable Shirlery A.
Coleman served as Alderman of Chicago's 16th Ward. Coleman was first elected in January 1991, serving for sixteen years until May 2007 .
As of 2017, Coleman is the only alderman to date elected in the 16th Ward for four consecutive terms. Coleman made history as the only African American Chicago female alderman who is an ordained minister and pastor. In 2019, Coleman was elevated to the status of Bishop.
Today we recognize Bishop Shirley A. Coleman as one of our 16th Ward Black History Makers.
#BlackHistory2020 #AnnaLangford #Chi16 #Sweet16thWard
2/20/20
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The Honorable Anna R. Langford was a lawyer who became the first African American woman elected to the Chicago City Council representing the 16th Ward in February 1971. She ultimately served three nonconsecutive terms on the council.
Before being elected alderman, Langford was a civil rights activist, allowing the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. to use her home to plan for a march on Cicero to promote integration.
Today we recognize Anna R. Langford as one of our 16th Ward Black History Makers.
#BlackHistory2020 #AnnaLangford #Chi16 #Sweet16thWard
2/12/20
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Recognizing Mr. Richard Stamz - known in Chicago as "Open The Door Richard" and held the title of being the oldest man in radio. Stamz was one of the pioneers of radio in the black community.
He began his career at WGES in Chicago and worked with the legendary Al Benson. Stamz was the second African-American DJ in Chicago, following Jack L. Cooper.
Mr. Stamz was a proud 16th Ward resident and will forever remain a legend in our community.
Today we recognize Richard Stamz as one of our 16th Ward Black History Makers.
#BlackHistory2020 #RichardStamz #Chi16 #Sweet16thWard.
2/6/2020
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GET INVOLVED:
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
People volunteer for an endless variety of reasons. Many people want to gain experience, acquire new skills, meet new people, or expand their network of contacts as a way to get a new job or start a career.
Others just want to give back to their community, to help a friend or promote a worthwhile activity.
Join the 16th Ward Volnuteer Corps!
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Join us at our monthly Community Meeting!
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Our community meetings offer a respectful setting for the exchange of good ideas and the dissemination of valuable information.
We provide updates on city services and community developments that help bridge the gap between city departments and residents.
Resources and programs are shared so that can help grow small businesses and create healthier individuals.
With your participation we bring together a cross-section of viewpoints and the sharing of valuable information that improves the quality of life for all 16th Ward residents.
We hope to see you at our next meeting!
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Joint Town Hall Meeting with State SenatorAntonio Munoz and Alderman Raymond Lopez
Saturd
ay, February 29, 2020
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Gage Park
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2415 W. 55th Street, Chicago, IL
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Senior Sewer Exemption VS. Rebate
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Sewer Charge Exemption:
discount and removal of the entire sewer charge portion of you water bill
Qualifications:
- senior citizen over 65,
- own your home
- water bill, either metered or assessed
- ONLY FOR SINGLE FAMLY HOMES
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Sewer Charge Rebate:
receive a yearly $50 rebate on your water bill.
Qualifications:
- senior citizen over 65,
- own your home
- water bill, either metered or assessed
- ONLY FOR 2-FLAT, 3-FLAT, TOWNHOME OR MULTI-UNIT
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You can only apply for one of the other.
Either way, the required items needed to apply are the same:
- State ID or Drivers License, passport, CityKey or Mexican issued ID card OR Birth Certificate (push a copy of ID before the birth certificate)
These three items are needed in order for the applicant to fill out the application.
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Once you have all the copies needed, submit them to the 16th Ward Service Office for processing.
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DCASE’s CityArts Grant Program - Application is now open!
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DCASE’s
CityArts Grant Program
, which provides grants to Chicago-based, arts and culture-focused, not-for-profit organizations.
Deadline: February 28, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.
CST
All grant applications must be submitted online through our grants website, CyberGrants. Click below to apply
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This year's CityArts Program includes general operating grants across all artistic disciplines, as well as project grants in alignment with the City of Chicago's Year of Chicago Music.
Project grants will support initiatives that have the potential to impact the Chicago music sector at large.
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Emergency Heating Program
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City of Chicago Cannabis Legalization FAQs
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MWRD Internship Positions NOW AVAILABLE - Prepare NOW and APPLY early!
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HACIA Pre-Apprenticeship program
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Dept. of Aviation Career Fair
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Aunt Martha's Health & Wellness Job Fair
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Umpires Needed!!
$400- $700 per weekend
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Free High Level Training
Must attend all dates
February 16, 2020
February 23, 2020
March 1, 2020
3 PM - 5 PM
Old Phillips Gym
1401 E. 13th Place
Ford Hieghts
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Youth umpires make $1600 - $2800 working weekends only!
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Knowledge prefferred, but no umping experiecnce needed. Males and females welcomed.
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Part Time - $20/hour, 15 hours a week
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Sharing -
Active Transportation Alliance is looking to hire
three Bus Organizing Fellows
who will each organize a town hall to help
create the Bus Riders Agenda
along a high-ridership bus route on Chicago’s West or South Sides.
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Part-time work from March–July 2020
to better your organizing skills and advance transit equity on Chicago’s West and South sides
$20/hour, 15 hours a week.
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PAWS Chicago - Veterinary Assistant Apprenticeship
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This 12- week apprenticeship is open to those 18 years of age and older who are looking to work with animals. No prior experience necessary.
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The position is located at the
new Englewood Outreach Center
and
preference will go to Englewood residents
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No prior experience necessary!
It's called Community Medicine - Veterinary Assistant Apprentice
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Become an Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT )
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Black Fire Brigade
Blackfirebrigade@gmail.com
Tel 312-459-1111
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EMTs are usually the first health care professional to reach patients with injuries, serious illness and traumas.
EMT training enables people to handle a variety of sitations ranginf rom gun shot wounds to car accidents.
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Plumbering Apprenticeship Program - Local 130 UA
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Youth (19- 24) Empoyment - Security Officer
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JOIN THE 2020
US CENSUS TEAM
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Positions available:
- Area Census Office Manager
- Census Field Manager
- Office Operations Supervisor
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GreenCorps Chicago - GREEN JOBS
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Teen Opportunity Fairs 2020
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Free Professional Certificate Classes
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Growing Home - Urban Farming
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Enviornmental Career Worker Training
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Free Career Training - Green Job Industry
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Community Alerts and Updates
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Forward Momentum Chicago Summer Dance Camp
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Winter Overnight Parking Ban in effect until April 1st
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Senior Citizen Real Estate Deferral Program
Deadline: March 1, 2020
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Changes to SNAP Policy (Illinois Link)
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Changes to SNAP Policy (Illinois Link)
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Englewood Community Kitchens at the Primo Center
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The Montclare Senior Residences of Englewood
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Public Safety Announcements
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Chicago Senior Risk Assesment Program
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008th District Youth Programs
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008th District Discussion - Dangers of Vaping
Saturday, March 14, 2020
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008th District Block Club
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Englewood Quality of Life - February Meetings
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Department of Aviation Career Fair
Februar 27, 2020
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Sound Voyage in Englewood
February 28, 2020
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007th District - Come Alive Friday
February 28, 2020
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Hope Manor II Black History Month
February 29, 2020
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The Kennedy Forum - FREE Mental Health Awareness Training
March 5, 2020
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Sherman Park Branch - Community Grocery Giveaway
March 6, 2020
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Sherman Park Branch - Coffee and Community Information
March 10, 2020
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FREE Housing Resource Fair
March 14, 2020
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Community Connection Diverse Learner Expo
March 21, 2020
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Grand Opening of Cook County Veterans Resource Center
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2020 Property Tax Savings for Seniors
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Legal Assistance for Low-Income Veterans and Service Members
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US Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Crisis Line
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JBVA - "Bands of Color" 12 Week LGBTQ+ Military Support Group
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Chicago Veterans Ruck March
May 22, 2020
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Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County
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Census 2020: Be Counted SPREAD THE WORD
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Your weekly message from
16th Ward Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman
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16th Ward Service Office
5411 S. Ashland Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60609
Tel 773.306.1981
Ward16@CityofChicago.org
www.16thWard.org
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Monday 9 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 3 pm
Saturday & Sunday Closed
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