Alderman Reilly's Office Closed on Wednesday, February 12

In observance of President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, Alderman Reilly’s Office will be closed on Wednesday, February 12th.

Additionally, City Hall, City of Chicago governmental offices, and Chicago Public Libraries will be closed in honor of President Lincoln’s birthday and to comply with the City of Chicago mandatory holiday schedule.

If you have a need for city services, please call 3-1-1 for non-emergency requests, or dial 9-1-1 if you require immediate assistance.

42nd Ward Infrastructure Repairs

Every year, each Alderman receives discretionary funding to repair and enhance the infrastructure in their respective wards. This is called the Aldermanic Menu Program (AMP).

Alderman Reilly is constantly looking for damaged infrastructure and ways to improve quality-of-life in our ward but he can’t do it alone.

The Alderman needs your help to identify potential AMP projects. Please report damaged infrastructure (sidewalks, curbs, streets, etc) to our office via email (office@ward42chicago.com) and include pictures and exact locations.

We will ask the Chicago Department of Transportation to survey each issue reported to our office and determine if it is AMP eligible.

Register for the 18th District Senior Citizen Law Enforcement Academy

The 18th District is accepting applications for the Senior Citizen Law Enforcement Academy, starting March 5, 2025. If you are interested in applying, please call 708-865-7341 (Sheriff's Office), or contact the CAPS office at 312-742-5778, and ask for Officer Nomellini.

You Are Invited to Join Alderman Reilly to March in the St. Patrick's Day Parade

The annual downtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held on Saturday, March 15 at 12:15pm. You are invited to join Alderman Reilly to march in the parade. Our float will be in Slot #42, which will be on East Balbo, west of North Columbus.

Due to street closures for the parade, we encourage you to arrive at Slot #42 at 11:15am to ensure access. Please click here to RSVP to march in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade with Alderman Reilly and his team.

We hope to see you at the parade!

Polar Plunge Sunday, March 2 at North Avenue Beach

Make a splash and make a difference on Sunday, March 2 at North Avenue Beach! Join in the fun at Polar Plunge® Chicago benefiting Special Olympics Illinois presented by Special Children's Charities! Don't miss this incredible winter event that supports a great cause! Celebrate the event's 25th Anniversary with thousands of fellow warm-hearted people. Help make a lasting difference for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Reserve your spot at the beach and register today at specialchildrenscharities.org.

Check out the fun you'll have here!

CAPS Meetings

18th District: (312-742-5778 / CAPS018District@chicagopolice.org)

There are no CAPS meetings scheduled in this district for the month of February.

1st District: (312-745-4381 / CAPS001District@chicagopolice.org)

There are no CAPS meetings scheduled in this district for the remainder of February.

42nd Ward Traffic Closures & Construction Projects

676 North Michigan Avenue Façade Project

Redmond Construction was hired to complete a façade project at 676 North Michigan Avenue. Currently, the following closures are in-place:

Sidewalk on the south side of Huron, from Michigan Avenue to a point 150' west thereof
Curb lane on the south side of Huron, from Michigan Avenue to a point 150' west there of is being used as a pedestrian walkway
Partial sidewalk closure the west side of Michigan, from Huron to a point 100' south thereof

This project is expected to be completed by fall 2025.

Crane Lift: 77 W Wacker Drive

On Friday, February 7 to Sunday, February 9, (8am to 5pm) there will a crane lift at 77 W Wacker Drive. During the lift, the following will be closed,

Curb lane on the east side of east side of Clark, from Wacker to the first alley south thereof
All southbound traffic lanes on Clark, from Wacker to the first alley south thereof

The curb lane on the west side of the street will be used for southbound traffic.

Crane Lift: 157 W Grand Ave

On Saturday, February 8, 2025 a crane lift will take place to replace two units on the rooftop of 157 W Grand, resulting in a partial street closure from 8am - 5pm. One lane will remain open on Grand Ave during the lift. A backup day will be scheduled for Sunday, February 9, 2025.

River North Lighting Project

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has completed new light pole installation in the area bounded by Chicago, Ontario, Orleans, and the River. CDOT has begun removal of the old light poles and continues to restore infrastructure trenching.

Pin & Link Project on Randolph and Columbus

CDOT crews are scheduled to perform steel work and bridge expansion joint rehab along Randolph Street, Columbus Drive, and Stetson Avenue. Please see details below:

General Construction Schedule:

7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday; with the occasional extension to 5:30 pm as needed.

Scope of Work and Access Impacts During Construction:

In general, one lane of travel will be open at all times along each roadway, level, and direction. Access along sidewalks will remain open with detours around the work areas.

This project is expected to be completed at the end of June 2025. Asphalt restoration will occur in July 2025.

Casino Demolition Update

The demolition team will begin site concrete crushing operations over the next eight weeks. The operation with run from 8 AM until 5 PM. The crusher will be placed in between the Ontario feeder ramp and the southern edge of the current building.