Committee on Public Safety Continuing

Debate on Curfew Ordinance

On Wednesday, Alderman Hopkins’ and Alderman Reilly’s curfew ordinance (SO2025-0016732) was discussed in the Committee on Public Safety. The measure allows the CPD Superintendent to impose a curfew within 30 minutes of notification to local residents and authorities if it is determined that a mass gathering could result in substantial harm to people, property, public health, or safety. 

The debate around the ordinance lasted several hours, and the committee’s discussion was ultimately paused until Monday, May 5. Click here to see the Alderman’s comments from Wednesday’s committee meeting. Alderman Reilly hopes the ordinance will pass out of committee on May 5 to advance to a vote by the full City Council on Wednesday, May 7. Stay tuned to Reilly Reports for updates on the curfew ordinance.

Clark Street Extended Outdoor Dining Returned May 1 with Safety Improvements

Alderman Reilly is pleased to announce the return of the Clark Street Extended Outdoor Dining (EOD) program, running from May 1 through October 31, 2025. Restaurants along Clark Street between Grand Avenue and Kinzie Street will again be permitted to build dining platforms in the curb lanes, while keeping all lanes of traffic open.

While Alderman Reilly continues to support the full street closure model used in previous years, this modified format—first introduced in 2024—proved effective in supporting local businesses while maintaining traffic flow, and will be repeated this season. Based on feedback from last year, the 2025 program includes key improvements. Most notably, concrete jersey barriers will be installed to close gaps between platforms, improving safety and reducing traffic congestion. CDOT has committed to increase enforcement to ensure the program runs smoothly this season.

Polish Constitution Day Parade

Saturday, May 3rd

This Saturday, May 3, Grant Park will host the 134th annual Polish Constitution Day Parade. The parade will run from 11:30am to 1:45pm on South Columbus Drive, from East Balbo Drive to East Jackson Drive. Assembly of the floats will begin at 8:00am and disassembly will be completed around 1:45pm at Columbus and East Monroe Street, upon the completion of the parade. 

Please anticipate road closures at the following locations from 8:00am - 2:00pm:

• East Balbo Drive, from North Michigan Avenue to Lake Shore Drive
• South Columbus Drive, from East Roosevelt Road East Jackson Drive

The parade is anticipating over 6,000 participants and over 100 floats and vehicles.

Saint Jude Memorial Police March

Sunday, May 4th

The 97th annual Saint Jude Memorial March will take place downtown on Sunday, May 4, from 8am to 10am. The march is hosted by the Saint Jude Police League, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing support to families who have experienced the loss of a loved one serving on the force.

Police officers will begin assembling near Michigan Avenue and Illinois Street at 6:00am and will step off at 8:00am. The officers will march north in the southbound lane of Michigan Avenue to East Chicago Avenue. The march will then turn west and travel on Chicago Avenue to North State Street, where the parade will end between 10-11am. Expect officers to be staged down to Michigan Avenue and East Wacker Drive prior to the beginning of the march. Streets and Sanitation trucks will be in place to block the march route along Michigan Avenue.

The following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic until 10:30am:

• Michigan Avenue, from East Wacker Drive to East Chicago Avenue
• Chicago Avenue, from North Michigan Avenue to North Clark Street

The march will not include any floats or vehicles, but residents can expect to hear music from the bagpipes. Please click here to learn more about the mission of the Saint Jude Police League.

Season Opening of Nicholas J. Melas Centennial Fountain Thursday, May 15th

On Thursday, May 15 at 2:00pm, Alderman Reilly and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District will host a brief ceremony to commemorate the season opening of the Nicholas J. Melas Centennial Fountain at 400 North McClurg Court. This event was previously scheduled for May 1 but was rescheduled due to inclement weather. 

We invite you to join the Alderman at this event to celebrate the opening of the fountain.

Street Sweeping Started April 1st

Street sweeping began Tuesday, April 1st, and will continue through the Fall season. 

To find the street sweeping schedule for your streets click here and follow the instructions below: 

• Click on the map of your ward
• Find the section for the address you are seeking
• After you find the section, click on the street sweeping schedule for your ward.
• Locate the section on the schedule, which will provide the borders and the street sweeping dates. 

Note one side of the street (East/West or North/South) will be swept on the first date, and the other side of the street (East/West or North/South) will be swept on the second date. 

Residents can view street sweepers in real time using the Sweeper Tracker online tool. 

To view the 42nd Ward Street Sweeping Map, click here. To view the 42nd Ward Street Sweeping schedule, click here.

CAPS Meetings

18th District: (312-742-5778 / CAPS.018District@chicagopolice.org)

• Beat 1824 CAPS meeting will be held on May 15th at 6pm at 1201 N Clark St
• Beat 1831 CAPS meeting will be held on May 20th at 5pm at 510 N LaSalle Dr
• Beat 1832 CAPS meeting will be held on May 20th at 6pm at 510 N LaSalle Dr
• Beat 1833 CAPS meeting will be held on May 22nd at 5pm at 303 E Superior St
• Beat 1834 CAPS meeting will be held on May 22nd at 6pm at 303 E Superior St

1st District: (312-745-4381 / CAPS.001District@chicagopolice.org)

• Beat 111 CAPS meeting will be held on May 7th at 3pm via Zoom
• Beat 121 CAPS meeting will be held on May 14th at 3pm via Zoom

For Zoom links and other updates, please email CAPS.001District@chicagopolice.org.

001 District Council Public Meeting

Tuesday, May 6th

You are invited to attend the 1st Police District Council Public Meeting on Tuesday, May 6 at 6pm. The meeting will be held at Grace Episcopal Church (637 S. Dearborn St). The guest presenter will be Dionne A. Tate, Director of 311 City Services. Accessible parking will be available for attendees. If you cannot attend, click here to leave your input for the 1st District Council.

Request for Feedback:

Chicago Moves Electric Framework

CDOT has officially released the Chicago Moves Electric Framework Plan. This is the City’s first comprehensive strategy to expand electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, support e-mobility services, and reduce transportation-related emissions. This plan represents a major step toward a cleaner, more equitable transportation future for all Chicagoans.

The Framework is a living document, and CDOT is inviting the community to respond with comments and feedback by May 18, 2025. Community input will help ensure that the plan effectively serves our communities and advances our shared goals.



You can submit feedback here: chicago.gov/ChicagoMovesElectric