NOVEMBER 2024

"Give thanks not just on Thanksgiving Day, but every day of your life. Appreciate and never take for granted all that you have. -Unknown


On behalf of my family, staff, and myself, I wish you and your family a happy and safe Thanksgiving!


LETTER OF DEMAND TO MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON


On October 29, 2024, I, along with 13 of my colleagues sent a letter of demand to Mayor Brandon Johnson. The letter outlines the conditions he must agree to to secure our votes for his 2025 budget. Click here to read our letter of demand to Mayor Brandon Johnson.

31ST WARD COOK COUNTY ASSESSOR APPEAL WORKSHOPS


Our office has already conducted three tax appeal workshops. We will host our fourth and final workshop at St. Genevieve School, located at 4854 W. Montana St., on Monday, November 4, 2024, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Parking is available on Montana St. and in the teacher's parking lot. We look forward to seeing you there!


EMERGENCY HEATING REPAIR PROGRAM

The Chicago Department of Housing's Emergency Heating Repair Program (EHRP) is set to kick off on November 1, 2024. EHRP provides grants for emergency furnace or boiler repairs to income-eligible owner-occupants of one to four-unit residential buildings. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and funding is limited. Click here for further details.

The Miracle Center (TMC) is excited to invite you to a special event. They are kicking off the holiday season with their Pre-Thanksgiving Salsa Night, featuring the incredible Flaco Navaja & The Razor Blades.


This event will be on Wednesday, November 13th, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at 5454 W. Diversey Ave. In addition to live salsa music and dancing, they will offer a complimentary salsa lesson with Tabitha DeLao, and showcase delicious food from local restaurants. This evening is to bring the community together and to celebrate in a joyful and festive atmosphere before the holiday rush.

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2024


Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour before you go to sleep on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Enjoy the extra hour of sleep!

VETERANS DAY

As we honor all who have served this Veterans Day, we express our gratitude to those who have defended our great country. We also want to acknowledge their families, who endured the absence of their loved ones. Wishing everyone a safe and memorable Veterans Day.

MANAGING DIRECTOR RETIRES


My Managing Director, Angel L. Vega, will retire at the end of November. He has been with me since we began this administration in May 2019. Angel has been an invaluable member of my staff and has sincerely enjoyed serving the residents of the 31st Ward. While I am excited for his future endeavors, he will be greatly missed.

OFFICE CLOSED


In observance of Veterans Day, our office will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024. Our office will be open to serve you on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 9 am. Have a happy and safe holiday.


In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, our office will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2024, and Friday, November 29, 2024. Our office will be open to serve you on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 9 am. Have a happy and safe holiday.

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31st Ward Office

4606 W. Diversey Ave., Chicago, IL 60639

773-824-2000/Main - 773-824-2006/Fax

Ward Night: Mondays by appointment only

(Subject to change based on holidays and events).