March 7th Update

Dear Friend,

Join us for a Drive-Up Visit with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, March 23rd from 11:00am to 1:00pm in front of the 38th Ward Office at 3821 N Harlem. The Easter Bunny will be happy to take a photo with you and he is bringing treats for the kids! In addition to the Easter Bunny visiting, we will be collecting food for our local food pantry, St Cyprian. Please help those in need this Easter by bringing non-perishable food donations for St Cyprian. We look forward to seeing you at our Drive-Up event!

Exemption applications for tax year 2023 are now available online and at the 38th Ward Public Service Office. If you have any questions, contact us at 773-283-3838. Please note: exemptions are only reflected on your second installment property tax bill. The automatic renewal of some exemptions due to COVID-19 has ended. This means that those receiving the "Senior Freeze" and Veterans with Disabilities Exemptions must reapply this year. For more information on property tax exemptions, please visit the Cook County Assessor's website.

Sincerely,

Alderman Nicholas Sposato

The Restaurant Strong Fund has begun accepting applications from small business restaurants. Grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 will be awarded based on need and growth opportunity showcased in the application. Applications are being accepted now through Friday, March 15th, 2024, and grants will be awarded to select restaurants in April. For more information and to apply, visit www.restaurantstrong.org.

Online registration for spring programs at the Chicago Park District is now open. In-person registration begins on Saturday, March 9th if spots remain open. For more information, click HERE.

The Chicago Police and Firefighter Training Academy is a free, two-year police and firefighter training program for high school juniors and seniors. Current high school sophomores residing in Chicago with good attendance and GPA can apply at CPFTA.com

I am pleased to inform you that you can donate to St. Cyprian Food Pantry online via PayPal. Please click HERE if you would like to help support our awesome local Food Pantry.

This week we are featuring a long time favorite in the 38th Ward, Bob-O's Hot Dogs! Bob-O's has been located at 8258 W Irving Park since the 1950's and serves up more than just hot dogs. Bob-O's has a delicious menu full of favorites like beef sandwiches, hamburgers, fresh-cut fries, and even has a catering menu. Be sure to pick up your next lunch or dinner from Bob-O's, you will be glad you did!

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