Upcoming resurfacing project on S. Paulina Street from W. Congress Parkway to W. Van Buren Street

This work is part of the Chicago Department of Transportation’s Arterial Street Resurfacing Project Central Area in the 27th Ward.

Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin as of May 24, 2022 pending clearance from and coordination with existing utilities and weather permitting. Bigane Paving Company is the general contractor for this project and Milhouse Engineering and Construction is providing resident engineering services for the Chicago Department of Transportation.

The work will include general clean up and paving surface mix over the existing pavement 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 estimated to be completed by June 10, 2022.

HOMES FOR SALE

COMING SOON

East Garfield Park

36 New Townhomes are coming soon in East Garfield Park at Harrison Row (2856 West Harrison Street). These new construction 3BR/1.5BA townhomes include garage parking without any HOA dues. Priced at $245,000, they offer convenient access to the expressway and are steps away from the Blue Line, California & Western Buses, and Metra line. They are a short distance from the Medical District, UIC, West Loop, Shopping, Restaurants, Douglass Park, and more!

These homes are available to buyers with a gross household income of no more than 120% of the Area Median Income. Contact Annette Shelton & The Harrison Row Team at 708-689-9757 or [email protected] to view the model unit. You can also request your application package TODAY by contacting Destiny Edmonds. Please note, the application period has yet to open, but applicants can begin the process by registering for the required Training's.

Monroe Square Townhomes

East Garfield Park

Four new-construction Townhomes remain at Monroe Square (2535-2541 W. Monroe), just a few blocks from the United Center. This is a great opportunity for new buyers before the neighborhood gets priced out of reach.

These new 3-BR homes with parking are ready for sale and occupancy now. Sale price is $235,000, and buyers must have gross household income of no more than 120% of the Area Median Income -- AMI (see the income chart below).

For an Application Package to get certified to purchase this unit, contact Destiny Edmonds.

Bronzeville Condominium

Kenwood | Oakland

This is a rare CCLT unit on the South Side at a great price. This 3-BR/2-BA condo unit at

4248 S. Drexel Blvd, Unit G-N comes with parking in a secured parking area and a sales price of $190,000. Eligible buyers must have a gross household income of no more than 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI) -- see chart below. You can be the first occupant of this lovely garden unit on the Boulevard. For an Application Package to get certified to purchase this unit, contact Destiny Edmonds.

NON-Housing Trust Affordable Unit

Near North Side | Old Town

You won't believe the SPACE and SUNLIGHT in this modern 2-bed, 1-bath located at 1333 N Halsted listed at $280,000. You'll find updates around every corner, such as new designer lighting fixtures, new window treatments, a gorgeous new fireplace, new paint and newer floors. Unbelievable natural light floods the space throughout. Unwind and rejuvenate in the updated spa-like bathroom with soaking tub, subway-tiled shower, quartz double vanity, and all chrome features. Impress your guests with your culinary prowess, with the help of the sleek, modernized kitchen and its new quartz countertops and fixtures, stainless steel appliances, and crisp grey cabinetry. Retreat to the sanctuary of your expansive primary bedroom with walk-in closet, its own attached bathroom entrance and deck with sliding glass doors. This space boasts so many amenities, including, ample storage space, full-size in-unit laundry, and a parking spot. You can live steps from NewCity dining, shopping, and entertainment, and walking distance from both Red and Brown lines.

DISCLAIMER: THIS UNIT IS NOT WITHIN THE CHICAGO HOUSING TRUST

S PORTFOLIO. Eligible buyers must have a gross household income of no more than 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI) -- see chart below. Check out the floor plan and virtual tour here and contact Hadley Rue at 773-852-4478 to schedule a showing.

Annual Gross Household Income Limits

Below are the maximum household income limits required to purchase a property via the Chicago Housing Trust. Units are listed at either 80%, 100% or 120% of Area Median Income (AMI) limit. Be sure to read the listing carefully to understand which AMI applies to the home that catches your eye.

80% AMI

1 Person: $58,350

2 Persons: $66,700

3 Persons: $75,050

4 Persons: $83,350

5 Persons: $90,050

6 Persons: $96,700

7 Persons: $103,400

8 Persons: $110,500

9 Persons: $116,700

10 Persons:$123,400

100% AMI

1 Person: $73,000

2 Persons: $83,400

3 Persons: $93,800

4 Persons: $104,200

5 Persons: $112,600

6 Persons: $120,900

7 Persons: $129,300

8 Persons: $137,600

9 Persons: $145,900

10 Persons:$154,300

120% AMI

1 Person: $87,600

2 Persons: $100,080

3 Persons: $112,560

4 Persons: $125,040

5 Persons: $135,120

6 Persons: $145,080

7 Persons: $155,160

8 Persons: $165,120

9 Persons: $175,080

10 Persons:$185,160

Chicago Housing Trust Orientation & Condo Training Sessions

Chicago Housing Trust Orientation sessions are offered remotely via Zoom in tandem with Condominium Training.

REGISTER TODAY by emailing Destiny Edmonds and indicating which session you will attend. The registration period will end at 12:00pm CST one day prior to schedule orientation session. The call-in number and Orientation materials will be emailed a couple of days before the scheduled session.

Chicago Housing Trust Orientations & Condo Trainings will be offered:

Thursday, May 26th from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, June 9th from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, June 23rd from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Many nonprofit Housing Counseling Agencies are also offering their Home Buyer Education classes virtually. Check with each agency for more details. Classes offered by these agencies are at no charge to the attendees.

There also are two different Home Buyer Education courses offered virtually on demand, but for a fee. You can register for either at eHome America or Framework.

There are Chicago Housing Trust units located in 21 different wards across the City. If you are unsure of which Ward you live in, or if you need the address and phone number for your Alderperson, go to Find your Ward & Alderman and enter your address to find the location and phone number for your Alderperson.

[email protected] | (312) 744-2582

[email protected] | (312) 744-2967

ComEd to Train, Hire 180

New Entry-level Employees in 2022 to Meet Demands of Illinois’

Clean Energy Transformation

Applications opened May 23; local jobseekers encouraged to apply for full-time roles in the field

CHICAGO — Illinois’ clean energy transformation requires a highly trained energy workforce, and ComEd is investing to expand apprenticeship pathways and to recruit more diverse, local talent to meet future demand. To prepare for clean energy growth and electrification of transportation and other sectors, ComEd today announced that it will hire 180 new entry-level employees in 2022 and fill 500 entry-level roles in the next three years.

On May 23, ComEd began the next phase of its hiring efforts for the year by inviting local job seekers to apply for 70 new overhead helper jobs posted to its online job board. Qualifying candidates will begin a paid apprenticeship program with ComEd, where they will make $28 an hour during training, and have a chance to earn full time employment as a union line worker with the company upon completion.

Industry data show that careers in the utilities offer a competitive wage – as much as 35 percent higher than other U.S. industries. At ComEd, the average starting salary for an overhead helper is upwards of $80,000 a year. Additionally, employees have access to benefits including full medical, dental, and retirement (401k and pension), and continuous professional development. “

At ComEd, the men and women serving as utility and construction workers play a critical role in delivering safe, reliable and resilient power that over 9 million people in our communities depend upon every day,” said ComEd CEO Gil C. Quiniones. “As we work to expand clean energy access and meet new demands in today’s climate and economy, ComEd is investing to expand the pipeline of diverse, local talent, and will bring aboard more skilled workers from our communities who want to play a role in powering our clean energy future.”

ComEd will accept applications May 23 through June 9, 2022. To raise awareness, ComEd is urging interested candidates to prepare to apply now. To be considered, applicants must meet minimum qualifications, including having a GED/high school diploma, driver’s license and the ability to earn a commercial driver’s license (CDL) permit A. Candidates with overhead line experience, climb or trades school training, military service, and skilled trades experience will be given priority consideration.

Hired overhead helpers will take part in an initial paid three-week training in November and, upon completion, go on to a paid apprenticeship program to become a line worker with IBEW Local 15. ComEd offers training at three state-of-the-art facilities: the Chicago Training Center, Rockford Training Center, and the Joliet Training Center.

“The new clean energy law in Illinois will create exciting opportunities to prepare the grid for new EV technologies and to protect us against climate change – all of which must be powered with the help of the men and women of the electric trades," said Terry McGoldrick, President of IBEW Local 15. “Working with ComEd, we are committed to building a diverse talent pipeline to achieve these goals. By expanding access to our apprenticeship training programs, we’re working to invite more job seekers to learn and excel at a skilled trade that will be critical to powering communities, and the economy, for years to come.”

This is the latest example of how ComEd is expanding training and job placement to scale its workforce to meet the goals outlined in the new clean energy law, CEJA. To help build a diverse workforce that reflects the makeup of its communities, ComEd has worked to expand job training programs, including its Tools for the Trade, CONSTRUCT Infrastructure Academy, and Craft Academy.

“Becoming a line worker at ComEd has changed my life, and shown me first hand that as women, we can do whatever we put our minds to,” said Savoya Taylor, who made history as ComEd’s first woman overhead electrician specialist. “If you are someone that enjoys making a difference in your community, bringing solutions to problems, and the camaraderie of being on a team – then I encourage you to consider applying to join ComEd’s frontline.”

To help residents overcome barriers to employment, ComEd also offers a variety of free one-day training programs that target local and diverse job seekers. These include climb clinics, math clinics and interviewing workshops. Additionally, applicants can take an online practice CAST test, an industry entrance exam that tests math and reading skills.

“One of the best violence prevention strategies is access to training and jobs that provide household sustaining wages and new career paths,” said Pastor Chris Harris of Bright Star Church in Chicago. “Because ComEd is providing these opportunities, families and our communities will be better as a result. More companies need to do this.”

Additionally, ComEd sponsors the Overhead Electric Line Worker training program at City Colleges’ Dawson Technical Institute, which helps candidates earn an advanced certificate. Coursework includes physical training, and classroom preparation needed to pass the construction and skilled trades (CAST test), and fundamentals of electricity to perform work safely.

These programs are focused on preparing diverse and female applicants for the entry level roles. A longstanding partnership with Chicago Women in Trades enables ComEd to recruit women candidates for the CONSTRUCT Infrastructure Training Academy, which just recently graduated a new class, with women accounting for 45 percent of new trainees.

Interested applicants are encouraged to visit www.exeloncorp.com/careers to apply or set up a job alert notifying them of when new positions are posted. For more information on how 3 to enroll in ComEd job training programs or resources to prepare for the selection process, visit www.comed.com/workforce or contact [email protected].

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Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd) is a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ: EXC), the nation’s leading competitive energy provider, with approximately 10 million customers. ComEd provides service to approximately 4 million customers across northern Illinois, or 70 percent of the state’s population. For more information visit ComEd.com, and connect with the company on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

2200005Q Laborer (Building) Full-time Permanent (FTP) Performs a variety of construction, janitorial and general laboring duties on Authority buildings and facilities, and other properties. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005P Senior Attorney - Labor & Employment Full-time Permanent (FTP) Under general supervision, performs a broad variety of legal duties in support of the Authority’s General Counsel. Represents the Authority in employment litigation and labor arbitrations and provides advice on labor and employment matters to various departments within the Authority. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200004K Rail Controller Full-time Permanent (FTP) Monitors trains along the line of road. Facilitates and supervises communications, coordinates restoration of service for trains, and keeps Control Center personnel informed of any service disruptions. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005O Vice President, Modernization Project Full-time Permanent (FTP) Under the direction of the RPM Chief, manages, oversees or coordinates staff, consultants and contractors working on $2.1 billion Red Purple Modernization project. Coordinates as necessary with other areas within CTA impacted by the project, mainly Transit Operations, as well as with interested elected officials and community groups. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005N Senior Manager, Asset Management Full-time Permanent (FTP) Under direction, the senior manager leads asset management programs, which includes developing and communicating an accountable plan for stakeholders, coordinating strategies and activities, and improving interdepartmental communication. Furthermore, the position utilizes implementing action plans and data analysis to act as a change agent for the Authority. All work is done to develop and implement a successful asset management plan and accurately communicate administrative and operations budgeting. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005M Service Planner- Bus Full-time Permanent (FTP) Under general supervision, develops and manages a comprehensive data driven approach to monitoring transit service levels in order to identify where, when, and how operating efficiencies and service improvements can be attained. Collects, manipulates, and analyzes ridership and operations data to support CTA’s decision-making processes. The Planner will also consider impacts from external factors such as shifting demographics and development patterns and will evaluate major route changes for Title VI and Environmental Justice implications. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005L Data Analyst, Asset Management Full-time Permanent (FTP) Under general supervision, the Asset Management Data Analyst provides a range of analytical support to CTA’s enterprise-wide Asset Management Program. Combines analytical and data management techniques to provide meaningful insight to decision-makers charged with optimizing CTA’s allocation of resources to asset maintenance and replacement activities. The role works across multiple departments to ensure compliance with new federal Transit Asset Management requirements and to promote the overall State of Good Repair (SGR) of CTA’s asset base. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005K Senior Coordinator, Fare Systems-Service Level Full-time Permanent (FTP) The Innovation Office manages the Agency’s Open Standards Fare Collection System, called Ventra, which collects over $1 million each day in fare revenue and is the Nation’s first account-based transit fare collection system. The Office is responsible for an end-to-end update of the Ventra fare collection system, including transitioning the system to open architecture platform, and overhauling the 35-year-old bus fareboxes on every bus. Under general supervision, proactively monitors the overall performance of the Open Standards Fare System, called Ventra; analyzes complex data to assess vendor service performance to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations, and monitors maintenance and enhancement activity by the system vendor to ensure the achievement of contractual requirements and customer satisfaction. Develops and provides supporting documentation, data analysis and innovative solutions to verify vendor reporting requirements. Communicates vendor performance levels with appropriate groups. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005J Senior Coordinator, Fare Systems Innovations Full-time Permanent (FTP) The Senior Coordinator will focus on supporting the implementation of new innovative technologies, processes, and mobility solutions, with a concentration on the implementation and integration of the fully redesigned Open Standards Fare System, called Ventra. This Ventra update seeks to improve the customer experience for all types of travelers by enhancing customer service and convenience and expanding upon new partnerships. The Senior Coordinator will perform various project management tasks while tracking and facilitating the Ventra fare systems redesign and update project. The Senior Coordinator will also work with internal stakeholders and third-party entities in coordinating the implementation of new technology products and strategies with the Ventra fare system to enhance mobility and improve customer experience, as well as supporting existing innovative partnerships. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005I Senior Coordinator, Bus Fare Systems Full-time Permanent (FTP) The Innovation Office manages the cash fare collection on every bus – over 1,800 buses equipped with fareboxes. The Office is responsible for overhauling the 35-year-old bus fareboxes in the coming years. Under general supervision, performs various support functions in the form of coordination of union personnel, work order analysis, special events and projects support, fare equipment and revenue collection vaulting equipment support. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005H Project Manager, Customer Experience Innovations Full-time Permanent (FTP) The Innovation works directly with other departments to provide policy development support and project management resources for innovative technology and strategic process or product implementations, including developing pilots and proof of concepts and then scaling successful pilots to agency-wide solutions. The Innovation Office will engage in independent research on emerging transit policies and technologies, and provide innovation leadership by serving as a meeting place to develop an Agency-wide innovation strategy, develop new data integration and management strategies, and plan for potentially disruptive mobility technologies like vehicle automation, micro-mobility services, and multi modal integration. The Project Manager for Customer Experience Innovations will focus on customer-facing solutions such as creating new digital engagement solutions, managing and improving existing customer apps and data tools (e.g., Ventra app, real time vehicle locations), and identifying partnerships with third-party mobility providers to integrate the transit experience more seamlessly with other mobilities and complimentary services. Under general supervision, administers and executes project agreements and defines the scope of work for innovative pilots, proof of concepts and initiatives focused on customer experience. Manages projects from conceptual planning through launch and stabilization in conjunction with various Authority staff, departments, CTA contractors and other third-parties to ensure projects meet Authority’s innovation goals and objectives. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005G Project Manager, Operations and Safety Innovations Full-time Permanent (FTP) The Innovation Office works directly with other departments to provide policy development support and project management resources for innovative technology and strategic process or product implementations, including developing pilots and proof of concepts and then scaling successful pilots to agency-wide solutions. The Innovation Office will engage in independent research on emerging transit policies and technologies, and provide innovation leadership by serving as a meeting place to develop an Agency-wide innovation strategy, develop new data integration and management strategies, and plan for potentially disruptive mobility technologies like vehicle automation, micro-mobility services, and multi-modal integration. The Operations & Safety Innovations Project Manager will focus on employee and customer safety initiatives, improving internal workflows, identifying machine learning, AI and “Big Data” solutions that will create operational efficiencies and support proactive decision making, and enhancing Agency’s existing administrative technologies. Under general supervision, administers and executes project agreements and defines the scope of work for innovative pilots, proof of concepts and initiatives focused on improving Agency operations and safety outcomes. Manages projects from conceptual planning through launch and stabilization in conjunction with various Authority staff, departments, CTA contractors and other third-parties to ensure projects meet Authority’s innovation goals and objectives. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005F Lead Business Systems, Analyst Innovations Full-time Permanent (FTP) The Innovation Office manages the Agency’s Open Standards Fare Collection System, called Ventra, which collects fare revenue for approximately 4 million rides per week. The Office also works directly with other departments to provide policy development support and project management resources for innovative technology and strategic process implementations, including developing pilots and proof of concepts and then scaling successful projects to agency-wide solutions. The Office is responsible for an end-to-end update of the Ventra fare collection system, including transitioning the system to open architecture platform, and overhauling the 35-year-old bus fareboxes on every bus. Additionally, the Innovation Office will engage in independent research on emerging transit policies and technologies, and provide innovation leadership by serving as a meeting place to develop an Agency-wide innovation strategy, develop new data integration and management strategies, and plan for potentially disruptive mobility technologies like vehicle automation, micro-mobility services, and multi-modal integration. The Lead Business Systems Analyst is the primary technical resource in the Innovation Office translating the business case and policy goals to technical requirements and technology deployment strategies. This position evaluates and supports the design, procurement, installation, system integration, testing, and maintenance of innovative technology products and data initiatives (e.g. customer-facing apps, real-time and predictive data tools) and provides technical guidance on the Ventra (the Authority’s Open Standards Fare Collection System) and farebox systems and future third-party integrations with the fare collection systems. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22

2200005E Project Manager, Transportation Analytics Full-time Permanent (FTP) Under direction, manages strategic analysis of various data sources and maintains/builds models and tools to estimate and project customer patterns, including existing and new impacts from proposed projects or changes. Assists with all areas of Planning in support of developing transportation plans. Chicago, Illinois 5/27/22 2100007C Bus Mechanic Full-time Permanent (FTP) Under direct supervision, performs comprehensive maintenance and repair work on Authority buses. Chicago, Illinois 5/30/22