October 1, 2021
Alderman Reilly Reports
Single Pfizer Booster Approved for Certain Groups
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended a single booster dose of the Pfizer vaccine to be administered at least six months after completing an initial Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine series for certain groups. The CDC has approved booster shots for the following population segments:

  • People 65 years and older and residents in long-term care settings 
  • People aged 50 to 64 with certain underlying medical conditions 
  • People 18 to 49 who are at high risk for severe COVID-19 due to certain underlying medical conditions 
  • People aged 18-64 years who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional setting  

Please click here for a list of underlying medical conditions that were approved to receive a single booster dose of the Pfizer vaccine.

More than 1.6 million (72.4 percent) Chicagoans have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. As the COVID-19 Delta variant spreads throughout the country, it is more important than ever to get vaccinated.

Alderman Reilly encourages residents to protect themselves and others by getting vaccinated, and taking the single booster dose of the Pfizer vaccine if you meet the qualifications.
Alderman Reilly to Host Covid-19 and Flu Vaccination Clinic on October 13
Alderman Reilly is hosting a Covid-19 and Flu Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, October 13, from 10am-2pm. Booster doses will be offered to individuals who self-identify as moderately-severely immunocompromised. Before receiving a booster dose, residents must show proof of prior vaccination.

The event will be held at the Chicago Temple located at 77 West Washington Street. Although walk-ins are welcome, please click here if you would like to schedule an appointment.
 
We look forward to seeing you at the Vaccination Clinic. 
Property Tax Appeals: North Township is Now Open
The North Township property tax area is currently open and accepting tax appeals. In the 42nd Ward, the North Township is bounded by the Chicago River on the south, Cedar Street on the north, Lake Michigan on the east, and the Chicago River on the west.
The last date to file is October 19, 2021. A full summary of the property tax reassessment can be found here.

Please have all of the materials ready when you file online. Official appeal rules of the Cook County Assessor can be found here. The Cook County Assessor’s Official Appeal Rules provide requirements, parameters, and guidance to persons preparing or filing an assessment appeal for review by the Cook County Assessor’s Office. CCAO personnel will assist taxpayers and their agents on matters implicated by the Rules during the CCAO’s business hours.
18th District Community Conversation
On Monday, October 18, from 6pm to 8pm, the 18th District CAPSS Office will be holding the first session of a two-part series to develop their 2022 Strategic Plan. The meeting will be held via Zoom and residents are encouraged to attend.

Please see the flyer below for Zoom login information and additional details. 
Annual Fall Bridge Lifts Along the Chicago River
The City of Chicago began the autumn bridge lifts on Wednesday, Sept. 29 at 9:30 a.m. Following the kickoff, bridges along the main and south branches of the Chicago River will be lifted sequentially on a twice weekly schedule, Saturdays and Wednesdays, to allow sailboats and other recreational boats to make their annual trip from the open waters of Lake Michigan to their winter storage facilities. The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) oversees these bridge lifts each year, in the spring and fall seasons.  
 
During these “boat runs,” the bridges are typically raised one at a time, with each bridge lift taking an average of 8-12 minutes. While the bridge is in the upright position, traffic is halted, and drivers may use alternate streets or wait until the bridge is lowered. A list of affected streets, from Lake Shore Drive to the end of the South Branch is below.  
 
Due to ongoing work happening on DuSable Lake Shore Drive, the bridge lift of DuSable 
Lake Shore Drive Bridge may have longer than usual delays. CDOT is urging motorists planning to drive on Lake Shore Drive around 9:00 am on Saturdays and 9:30 am on Wednesdays to re-route in order to avoid delays, as the bridge closure could last longer. 
 
A total of 27 bridges will be lifted in succession from Lake Shore Drive to Ashland Avenue Bridge on the south branch of the Chicago River. In the event that no boat owners have made arrangements to move their boats on a scheduled day, the bridges will not be lifted. 
The streets affected by the bridge lifts are: Lake Shore Drive, Columbus Dr., Michigan Ave., Wabash Ave., State St., Dearborn St., Clark St., La Salle St., Wells St., Franklin St., Lake St., Randolph St., Washington St., Madison St., Monroe St., Adams St., Jackson Blvd., Van Buren St., Congress Pkwy., Harrison St., Roosevelt Rd., 18th St., Canal St., Cermak Ave., Halsted St., Loomis Ave., and Ashland Ave. 
 
The Fall 2021 bridge lift schedule is as follows: 

  • Wednesday, Sept. 29 at 9:30 a.m. 
  • Saturday Oct. 2 at 9 a.m. 
  • Wednesday, Oct. 6 at 9:30 a.m. 
  • Saturday, Oct. 9 at 9 a.m. 
  • Wednesday, Oct.13 at 9:30 a.m. 
  • Saturday, Oct. 16 at 9 a.m. 
  • Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 9:30 a.m. 
  • Saturday, Oct. 23 at 9 a.m. 
  • Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 9:30 a.m. 
  • Saturday, Oct. 30 at 9 a.m.  
  • Wednesday, Nov. 3 at 9:30 a.m. 
  • Saturday, Nov. 6 at 9 a.m. 
  • Wednesday, Nov. 10 at 9:30 a.m. 
  • Saturday, Nov. 13 at 9 a.m. 
 
The full schedule and a comprehensive list of streets impacted by the autumn bridge lifts can be found at www.chicagodot.org.   
Alerts and Community Notices
Free Museum Days this Summer
The 42nd Ward is home to (and near) several world-class museums! Check out the following museums free admission days below.

Museum of Contemporary Art
  • While suggested fees are posted, the MCA has a pay-what-you-can policy—no visitors are turned away.

2021 Chicago City Markets

Chicago City Markets sell fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds – at Chicago’s longest running farmers market on Daley Plaza, the historic Maxwell Street Market and a dozen more community markets in neighborhoods across Chicago.

These markets are typically open from May to October. Below is more information about participating markets in or near the 42nd Ward:
Tuesdays
220 E. Chicago Ave.
June 1 - October 26, 7am - 2pm

Wednesdays
1817 N. Clark St.
May 5–October 27, 7am–1pm

Thursdays
50 W. Washington St.
May 27–September 30, 7am–2pm

1936 S. Michigan Ave.
June 17–September 30, 4–8 pm
Saturdays
1817 N. Clark St.
May 1–October 30, 7am–1pm

100 W. Division St.
May 15–October 30, 7am–12pm

115 S. Sangamon St.
June 5–October 30, 8am–1pm
42nd Ward Street Closures and Construction Notices
Crane Lift 600 West Van Buren

On Saturday, October 2, from 8am to 3pm, there will be a crane lift at 600 West Van Buren. During the lift, the following will be closed:

  • Sidewalk on the north side of Van Buren, from Jefferson to Desplaines
  • Curb lanes on both sides of Van Buren, from Jefferson to Desplaines
  • Traffic lane on the north side of Van Buren, from Jefferson to Desplaines

There will be barricades and flaggers in-place throughout the lift.


LaSalle Street Bridge Lift

On Tuesday, October 5 to Thursday, October 7 from 9:30am to 2:30pm, the LaSalle Street Bridge over the Chicago River will close closed for maintenance.

  • Detour Northbound Traffic: LaSalle, Wacker, Dearborn, Kinzie, LaSalle
  • Detour Southbound Traffic: LaSalle, Kinzie, Clark, Wacker, LaSalle

Crane Lift: 420 East Superior

On Tuesday, October 5, from 7pm to 10pm, there will be a crane lift at 420 E. Superior Street.

During the lift, the following will be closed:

  • 200' of sidewalk in front of 420 East Superior
  • 200' Curb/traffic lane in front of 420 East Superior

There will be barricades and flaggers in-place throughout the lift.


Jane Byrne Interchange Update

  • Ramp Closing: Madison Street entrance ramp to southbound I-90/94 to close Saturday, September 18th
  • Exit Relocation: Southbound I-90/94 exit to westbound I-290, Taylor Street, and Ida B. Wells relocating
  • Click here for more details

Filming in the Ward This Week

The Time Travelers Wife

On Saturday, October 2, The Time Traveler's Wife will be filming at the Quincy Street CTA Station.

During the filming, parking will be prohibited at the following locations: 

  • East Side of Franklin Street from 115 S Franklin Street to Van Buren Street 
  • Both Sides of Quincy Street from Franklin Street to Wells Street
  • Both Sides of Wells Street from Monroe Street to Ida B Wells Drive

There will be intermittent traffic control at the following locations:

  • Wells Street from Monroe Street to Quincy Street
  • Adams Street from LaSalle Street to Franklin Street
  • Van Buren Street from Franklin Street to Financial Place
  • Wells Street from Jackson Blvd to Van Buren Street

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Maria C. Roxas (Location Manager) at 312.282.0283.

Video Shoot

On Tuesday, October 5 to Friday, October 8, a production company will be filming inside 1 N. State Street. During the filming, parking will be prohibited on the west side of South Wabash, from 18 South Wabash to 28 South Wabash.

If you have any concerns or questions, please call Die Nikoi (Location Manager) at (571) 991-7111.

Chicago PD

On Tuesday, October 5, Chicago PD will be filming inside Union Station at Lou Mitchell’s Restaurant. During the filming, parking will be prohibited at the following locations:

  • West side of Canal from Jackson to Adams
  • Both sides of Jackson from Canal to Jefferson
  • East side of Jefferson from Adams to Van Buren
  • South side of Adams from Canal to Clinton

Additionally, on Tuesday, October 5, from 7am to 10pm, there will be intermittent traffic control on Canal from, Jackson to Adams during filming.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Patrick Muldoon (Location Manager) at 773-277-8044.

61st Street

On Wednesday, October 6, 61st Street will be filming inside 656 W Jackson. During the filming, parking will be prohibited at the following locations:

  • South side of Jackson, from Jefferson to Clinton
  • East side of Jefferson, from Jackson to Van Buren

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Natasha Parker Olguin (Location Manager) at (773) 297-3906.

St. Clair Water Main Project

On Tuesday, September 27 2021, the Department of Water Management (DWM) and Reliable Contracting & Equipment Company crews began installing 1,552 feet of 8-inch new water main in N. St. Clair Street, from E. Superior Street to E. Illinois Street. The old water main dates back to 1880 and needs to be replaced to create a more reliable and efficient system.

To receive automatic email updates and be notified as the project enters each new construction phase please visit BuildingANewChicago.org.

What You Need to Know During Construction

  • Traffic: If DWM needs to close or limit traffic during construction for safety reasons, you will always be able to reach your home or business. Outside of working hours, a travel lane will be left open for local traffic only.

  • Parking: DWM will post “No Parking” signs as needed during work hours (generally 7am-4pm). Parking outside of those hours will be allowed, but cars will need to be moved by the start of the next workday. They will try to preserve as much parking space as possible.

  • Service transfers: DWM will give you 24-hour notice when they have to temporarily interrupt water service to transfer water to the new main and you will need to start flushing your water system. However, in the event of an emergency shutdown during construction, they may not be able to give you prior warning.

Should you have any questions or concerns please call:
  • 24-Hour City Service and Information Line: 311
  • DWM Office of Public Affairs: 312-744-6635

Peoples Gas Modernization Project: Gold Coast

Peoples Gas will began Phase 1 of their Gas Main Modernization Project in the Gold Coast. Work hours are 8am-5pm, Monday - Friday. Phase 1 of their project has the following parts:

  1. Install new main on Lake Shore Drive, from Michigan to a point 1,200' east thereof. This portion of Phase 1 would start in August and last 25 days. 
  2. Install 200' of new main in the intersection of Oak & Michigan. This includes crossing the eastern pedestrian tunnel. This portion of Phase 1 should start in mid-September and last 10 days.
  3. Install 450' of new main on the west side of Lake Shore Drive, from Oak to Cedar. This includes crossing the northern pedestrian tunnel. Work should begin in early October and last 17 days. 

Please stay tuned to Reilly Reports for future updates regarding this project.

LG Construction: 751 N. Hudson and 451 W Chicago 

LG Construction has broke ground at 751 N. Hudson Avenue and 451 W. Chicago Avenue, which are adjacent parcels. Work hours will be 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday.
 
Throughout the project, the following will be closed:

  • Sidewalk/curb lane/traffic lane of the east side of Hudson, from Chicago to the first alley south thereof
  • Sidewalk/curb lane/traffic lane on the west side of Sedgwick, from Chicago to the first alley south thereof
  • Sidewalk/curb lane on the south side of Chicago, from Hudson to Sedgwick

There will be a protected pedestrian walkway in the curb lane on the south side of Chicago Avenue, from Hudson Avenue to Sedgwick Street.

This project is expected to take 18 months to complete (weather dependent). 


Wacker Drive Repainting Project
 
In late-July, the Chicago Department of Transportation began repainting Lower/Middle Wacker Drive, from North Field Boulevard to Lake Shore Drive. Work hours will be 8am-8pm, 6-days a week. 
 
CDOT will be sandblasting/repainting 80' sections of Wacker Drive at a time. The sandblasting/repainting area will be contained and exhaust fans will be in-place to remove dust and fumes.
 
Traffic will be maintained in both directions at all times, and access to parking garages will not be blocked. 
 
This project is expected to be completed mid-December 2021. 

ComEd Vault Roof Replacement

ComEd is replacing a sidewalk vault roof at 344 West Erie Street. Work hours will be 8am-3pm, 5-days a week. 
 
Throughout the work, the sidewalk and curb lane on the north side of West Erie, from North Orleans to the first alley west thereof will be closed. 
 
There will be barricades, detour signs, and flaggers on-site throughout the project. All work is expected to be completed by mid-September (weather dependent).  

Vaulted Sidewalk Fill-in: 600 W. Jackson

Starting at the beginning of August, the vaulted sidewalks adjacent to 600 W. Jackson will be filled and the sidewalks repaired. During the work, the following will be closed:

  • Sidewalk/curb lane on the west side of Jefferson, from Jackson to Adams
  • Sidewalk/curb lane on the north side of Jackson, from Jefferson to the first alley west thereof

There will be detour signs, barricades, and flaggers on-side throughout the project. All work is expected to be finished by the end of September. 

Vaulted Sidewalk Repair: 20 N. Wacker Drive
 
The vaulted sidewalk at 20 North Wacker Drive is being repaired. Throughout the work, the sidewalk on the west side of Wacker, from Washington to a point 100' south thereof will be closed. Construction fencing will be used to enclose the sidewalk and detour signs will be in-place.
 
Pedestrians will be directed to the east side of North Wacker at West Washington and West Madison. 
 
The project is expected to be completed in late September 2021.

354 North Union Construction

The Onni Group is constructing a 33 story residential building with 373 units. Work hours will be 8am-8pm, daily. 

Parking will be prohibited on North Union, from West Kinzie to the cul-de-sac west thereof throughout the project. All construction equipment and vehicles will be staged on the Onni Group’s property. This project will take approximately two years to complete. 

Vaulted Sidewalk Fill-in: 8 East Randolph

In early May, the vaulted sidewalk adjacent to 8 East Randolph Street began to be filled and the sidewalk repaired. During the work, the sidewalk on the east side of State Street, between Randolph Street and Benton Place will be closed to pedestrian traffic.  

The contractor will construct a protected pathway for pedestrians, using jersey barricades, in the curb lane on the east side of State Street, between Randolph Street and Benton Place. All work is expected to be completed by mid-September. 

430 N. Michigan Lobby Renovation
 
Starting in mid-September, GNP Realty Partners will be renovating the lobby at 430 N. Michigan Avenue. Throughout the project, there will be a 40’ urban canopy on the sidewalk in front of the building. In order to place the canopy on the sidewalk, the planter bed and City Information Panel (CIP) at this location will be temporarily removed. Both the planter bed and CIP will be reinstalled upon completion of the project. 
 
The project is expected to be completed in mid-December. 

South Water Street Viaduct Replacement

In March 2021, the Chicago Department of Transportation began demolition of the South Water Street Viaduct, between Lower Beaubien Court and Stetson Street. Work hours are 8am-8pm, daily. 

As of May 10, vehicular and pedestrian access will be prohibited on the Upper and Lower levels of South Water Street, between Lower Beaubien Court and North Stetson Street. There will be barricades and detour signs in-place throughout the duration of the project. 

This project is expected to be completed in July 2022 (weather dependent). 

Renovations at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 East Washington Street

On February 15, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) began renovating the Grand Army of the Republic Rotunda and Hall at the Cultural Center, located at 78 East Washington Street. Throughout the project, DCASE will be using the Cultural Centers loading zone at 129 North Garland Court as storage for the project and to place their construction dumpster. 

On Monday, April 19, canopies will be installed at the following locations:
  • South side of Randolph, from Michigan to a point 50' west thereof
  • West side of Michigan, from Randolph to a point 75' south thereof

The project is expected to be completed February 2022. 

Construction: 609 West Randolph Street
 
Construction of a 15-story commercial building at 609 West Randolph Street began in mid-January. Throughout the duration of the project, the following will be closed:

  • Curb/Traffic lane and sidewalk on south side of West Randolph, from North Jefferson to 621 West Randolph

There will be a canopy with a concrete crash wall and plywood enclosure for pedestrian use in the closed traffic lane on West Randolph, from North Jefferson to 621 West Randolph.

There will be detour signs, barricades, and flaggers in place for the duration of the project. This project is expected to be completed at the beginning of 2022 (weather dependent).

Aon Plaza Renovations

Renovations on the Aon Plaza located at 200 East Randolph Street began in December 2020. Throughout the project, the sidewalk on Upper East Randolph Street in front of the plaza, and on Lower East Randolph Street, will be reduced to 6’. 
 
The project is expected to be completed at the end of September 2021 (weather dependent). 

Façade Work: 160 North LaSalle Street

Bowa Construction began work in October 2020 to perform façade and cladding work at 160 North LaSalle Street. During the work, there will be scaffolding on the east, north, and south sides of the building. 

All work is expected to be completed in September 2021.

Overnight Parking Ban Downtown

Until further notice, overnight parking will be restricted on the following streets during the weekend:  

  • Both sides of Oak, between Michigan and Clark 
  • South side of Oak, between LaSalle and Wells 
  • Both sides of Chicago, between Michigan and Wells 
  • Both sides of Ohio, between Michigan and Wells 
  • Both sides of Hubbard, between Michigan and Wells 
  • North side of Illinois, between Dearborn and Clark 
  • Both sides of Illinois, between Wabash and Dearborn 
  • Both sides of Rush, between Grand and Ohio 
  • Both sides of Rush, between Erie and Oak 
  • Both sides of Wabash, between the Chicago River and Grand 
  • Both sides of State, between Kinzie and Oak 
  • Both sides of Erie, from Rush to Wells 
  • Both sides of Huron from Rush to Dearborn
  • Both sides of New Street, from Illinois to North Water
  • Both sides of Columbus Drive, from Monroe to Balbo 
  • North side of Wacker Drive, from Wabash to Michigan
  • North side of Wacker Drive, from Franklin to Columbus 
  • Both sides of Wacker Drive, from State to Wabash 
  • Both sides of Stetson, from Randolph to Wacker 
  • Both sides of Columbus Drive, from Randolph to Wacker 
  • Both sides of Beaubien Court, from Randolph to Lake 
  • Both sides of Randolph, from Harbor to Michigan 
  • Both sides of Ohio, from Michigan to Fairbanks
  • Both sides of Erie, from Kingsbury to Larrabee
  • West side of Larrabee, from Erie to Huron


As always, please make sure to read all posted signage before parking your vehicle downtown. 

One Chicago Square-1 W Chicago Pedestrian and Traffic Impacts

Although fencing is already in place for the sidewalk closure, pedestrians still have access to the sidewalk, but should exercise caution when walking by the construction site. 
 
The curb lanes along Chicago, State, Superior, and Dearborn will remain a No Parking/Tow Zone throughout the project, to allow for demolition, and then the protected pedestrian walkway.

The sidewalk along the east side of Dearborn, from Superior to Chicago, has been closed to pedestrian traffic. Pedestrians will be rerouted to the west side of Dearborn. 
 
Please stay tuned to Reilly Reports as additional construction updates and closures will be announced.