This Week at City Council |
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Alderman Reilly shared highlights of the Wednesday City Council meeting during his interview with Bob Sirott of WGN Radio earlier this week. Click here to listen to the interview, and continue reading for a summary of key measures from the meeting.
This week, the City Council approved legislation that will streamline the process for businesses to receive Public Way Use permits, only requiring an ordinance in those rare cases when the local alderperson and the Commissioner disagree on the issuance of a permit.
At the June 25th Council meeting, the City Council wisely voted to “divide the question” and remove “Article 7 governing permits” from the comprehensive ChiBizStrong Ordinance before it overwhelmingly voted to approve the broader ordinance.
Since that time, Alderman Reilly continued to negotiate with the Administration and BACP to achieve an important objective: to reform an antiquated process to better serve businesses by getting them their permits much faster, while preserving aldermanic authority in the process.
The substitute ordinance that passed this week greatly reduces the time it takes for businesses to receive their approved permits, while striking a fair balance between Executive and Legislative authority on permits.
On Wednesday, a measure was passed to create an independent civilian oversight board, which would oversee the Chicago Police Department, the Civilian Office of Police Accountability, and the Police Board. The seven-member board will be elected through consolidated primary elections starting in February of 2023.
Alderman Reilly believes this legislation was well-intended, and thinks there are many opportunities for reform in the Chicago Police Department. However, there are already existing agencies which are tasked with Police oversight, and the Alderman believes those agencies should be improved before adding a new layer of bureaucracy, with significant added expense to taxpayers.
This measure will cost approximately $4 - $4.5 million per year, and Alderman Reilly voted against it as he would prefer to use those funds for CPD training, wellness, mental health, and other measures to improve the Chicago Police Department. The ordinance passed with a 36-13 vote.
Pedicabs
Alderman Reilly introduced two ordinances that would help minimize the nuisance posed by pedicabs. The first ordinance would ban amplifiers and speakers on pedicabs - which have been the source of many noise complaints downtown. In fact, pedicabs have recently been hired to serve as mobile DJ services for individuals hosting illegal curbside parties downtown. This ordinance would prohibit the amplification of music from pedicabs and address these quality of life issues downtown.
The second ordinance would prohibit pedicabs from operating from 6 p.m. - 9 a.m. in a zone around the River North hospitality corridors. Currently, groups of 12 or more pedicabs are operating overnight along River North streets and creating significant safety issues as they block ambulances and emergency vehicles.
Overnight Parking Bans
Finally, Alderman Reilly introduced several ordinances to establish "No Parking / Tow Zones" to prohibit late night loitering, curbside "parties" and overnight parking. These new restrictions will assist the Police Department and ensure groups do not continue to loiter in the late night hours when payment for metered parking ends. When these ordinances pass, overnight parking will be prohibited on:
● South side of Superior, Fairbanks to Lake Shore Drive
● Kinzie, State to Wells
● Hubbard, State to Wells
● Ontario, Fairbanks to McClurg
● Erie, Fairbanks to Lake Shore Drive
● Grand, McClurg to Lake Shore Drive
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Please read the below message from the Lollapalooza organizers regarding the upcoming festival, which starts Thursday, July 29:
Dear Neighbor,
We are pleased to return to Grant Park, the perfect showcase for the world’s premier music festival, Lollapalooza. As a courtesy and show of continuing cooperation, it is important to us to share with our neighbors some of the detail for this year’s festival.
Lollapalooza will be taking place from Thursday, July 29th at 11:00am to Sunday, August 1st at roughly 10:00pm. The venue closes each evening shortly after 10:00pm. A map which illustrates access points, stages, and vendors can be found here on our website: www.lollapalooza.com/information. Similar to years past, several artists will be using pyrotechnics in their performance. Closures for the event will consist of:
Street Closures:
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Balbo, from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 14th at 6:00am thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Jackson, from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 19th at 8:00pm thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Balbo, from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Jackson, from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Columbus, from Monroe to Roosevelt: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Columbus (Northbound, two center lanes), from 13th Street to Roosevelt: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Congress Parkway, from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Monroe, from Michigan to Lake Shore Drive: July 28th at 11:59pm thru August 2nd at 6:30am, with limited access for the Art Institute of Chicago
Sidewalk Closures:
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Michigan, from Jackson to Balbo: July 27th at 9:00am thru August 1 at 10:00am
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Balbo (both sides), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 14th at 6:00am thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Columbus (Southbound side), from 9th St. Yard to S. Ida B. Wells: July 19th at 12:01am thru August 5th at 11:59pm
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Columbus (Northbound side), from Roosevelt to the 9th St. Yard: July 14th at 12:01am thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Jackson (both sides), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 14th at 8:00pm thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Lake Shore Drive (Northbound side), from Monroe to Roosevelt: July 21st at 9:00am thru July 21st at 5:00pm
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Monroe (Eastbound side), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 19th at 12:01am thru August 4th at 11:59pm
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Lake Shore Drive (Southbound side), from Monroe to Roosevelt: July 24th at 12:01am thru August 7th at 11:59pm
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Balbo (both sides), from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Jackson (both sides), from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Congress Parkway/Circle, from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Congress Parkway (Westbound & Eastbound side), from Michigan to Columbus: July 24th at 12:01am thru July 25th at 11:59pm
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Columbus (both sides), from Monroe to Roosevelt: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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S Michigan Ave, from 11th St. Bridge to Jackson: July 29th at 6:00am thru August 1st at 11:59pm
- Pedestrians will not be allowed access to the Museum Campus Tunnel
- To access the lakefront along this closure, pedestrians must use the East sidewalk of Michigan to access the north sidewalk of Monroe
We have worked very closely with the Mayor’s Office, the Office of Alderman Brendan Reilly and Alderman Sophia King, and the City’s First Responders to ensure that we have a plan in place which maximizes convenience to all of our neighbors and minimizes overall impact to the street grid and circulation patterns for area residents and businesses. We have coordinated breakdown of the venue to restore your sidewalks, streets, and parkways back to you as soon as possible.
The Grant Bark Park will be open and accessible via the 11th Street bridge until Wednesday, July 28th at 11:59pm and will reopen Monday August 2nd. The Solti Gardens will be open until Tuesday, July 27th at 11:59pm and will reopen on Monday, August 2nd.
Your neighborhood will be enjoyed by thousands of music lovers; we hope you are among them. Rest assured, security, police, and other safety personnel are in place to ensure the entire neighborhood enjoys this celebration in a peaceful and safe manner.
We are proud to call Chicago our home and continue our relationship with all of you. If you would like to learn more about the event, please access our website at www.lollapalooza.com.
If we can be of any assistance to you, answer any questions, or provide information not available on our website, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@lollapalooza.com.
To report an immediate concern, please use the following Neighborhood Call-In Line: (512)806-7903.
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Important Announcements and Updates |
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Just in time for summer, and as part of the City’s “Open Chicago” initiative to bring back events, festivals, dining and other indoor and outdoor activities – CTA is reducing the price on three of their most popular unlimited-ride pass products!
CTA is discounting the price of the following three unlimited-ride passes through Labor Day (Monday, September 6):
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Promotional 1-Day CTA Pass: $5 (down from $10)
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Promotional 3-Day CTA pass: $15 (down from $20)
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Promotional 7-Day CTA pass: $20 (down from $28)
The promotional fares will be available for purchase at Ventra Vending Machines at CTA rail stations, on the Ventra app, on the Ventra website, at over 1,000 retail locations, and by calling Ventra customer service at (877) NOW-VENTRA (669.8368).
The CTA strongly recommends customers plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and purchase fares in advance. Below are a few things to be aware of to help make your next trip smooth and easy:
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Masks are required on CTA: Per federal mandate, masks or face coverings are required on all CTA properties -- even if you are vaccinated. As such, all customers are required to wear masks/coverings while on a CTA bus, train, platform or in a station or other building or facility owned and operated by the CTA. Free masks are available on every bus and at every rail station.
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Plan your trip: Plan your trip using the Google Transit Trip Planner and our new Ridership Dashboards, which are designed to help you better plan trips on our buses and trains to avoid traveling during heavy ridership periods, whenever possible
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Ways to pay: There are a variety of convenient fare payment options, including payment with mobile pay apps (Apple Pay, Google Pay, etc.) and contactless bankcards. To learn more, visit: transitchicago.com/fares/.
Travel updates and alerts: Stay in the Loop on CTA service and follow us on Facebook or Twitter for system travel updates and alerts. For details about all CTA service, call 312-836-7000 or visit the CTA website at transitchicago.com.
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Art on theMART Announces New Summer Programming! |
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Art on theMART began their new summer programming now on display! Keep reading below for more information.
Footnotes, Wills Glasspiegel and Brandon K. Calhoun
July 5–September 16, 2021
Footnotes is an animated projection focusing on Chicago footwork, produced by artists and filmmakers Wills Glasspiegel and Brandon K. Calhoun, featuring original music by DJ Spinn, the Chicago Bucket Boys, Angel Bat David, Elisha Chandler and Amal Hubert from Hypnotic Brass Band.
the light of the dark, Eighth Blackbird and Xuan
July 5–September 16, 2021
Created by the Chicago-based, Grammy-Award winning ensemble Eighth Blackbird and new media artist and filmmaker Xuan, the light of the dark features music by renowned composer and Bang on a Can co-founder Michael Gordon, written for and recorded by the ensemble, as the inspiration. for projections by Xuan.
Woven, Spectralina
July 5–September 16, 2021
Visual artist Selina Trepp and musician Dan. Bitney collaborate as Spectralina, interlacing music inspired by Chicago’s rich musical history with hand-drawn animations of images of woven patterns founding the culturally diverse neighborhoods of Chicago.
Frida Kahlo: Timeless, Cleve Carney Museum of Art
July 5 – September 16, 2021
On July 5, the eve of iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo’s birthday, a new piece celebrating her work, designed by George Berlin, was unveiled. On the occasion of the Frida Kahlo: Timeless exhibition at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art and the McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage (June 5 – September 6, 2021), the piece will feature and transform several of Kahlo’s most recognizable works including Self Portrait with Small Monkey (1945) and Self Portrait in a Velvet Dress (1926). Accompanied by an orchestral score from Mexican composer Arturo Márquez, recorded by New Philharmonic, the projection commemorates Kahlo’s artistic legacy, which will be further explored in Frida Kahlo: Timeless, the most comprehensive presentation of Kahlo’s work displayed in the Chicago area in over 40 years.
The Obama Portraits, Art Institute of Chicago
June 17 – September 16, 2021
In conjunction with the Art Institute of Chicago’s presentation of The Obama Portraits, we are presenting a dynamically animated projection of the portraits of President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama by Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald, respectively. Former Chicago residents, the Obamas have a unique connection to the city. Wiley painted President Obama against greenery, with chrysanthemums; the flowers have symbolic meaning as the official flower of Chicago. Amy Sherald captured the former First Lady against light-blue background, sitting and gazing directly at the viewer. Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald are the first African American artists commissioned to paint portraits for the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery’s collection of a former President and First Lady. A musical score will accompany the piece. The original paintings that inspire our projections can be viewed at the Art Institute of Chicago June 18 – August 15.
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Volunteer Opportunity in the 42nd Ward |
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Almost Home Kids (AHK) is a short-term community-based pediatric healthcare center that brings together medical professionals, recreational volunteers, community providers, sponsors, donors, friends, corporate and civic partners. Open since 2012, AHK is licensed by the Department of Public Health and located at 211 E. Grand Ave (on the 6th floor of the Ronald McDonald House).
Almost Home Kids provides a bridge from hospital to home for children with medical complexities by: educating and empowering families with the training, skills and confidence needed to care for their child in their own home; coordinating all the community-based medical and social services the child and family will need and providing respite care when needed in a home-like setting.
At this time, they are recruiting volunteers that are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to join their volunteer team. They especially need weekend-only volunteers in Chicago.
As a recreational volunteer you will help with activities with the children such as playing a game, reading a book or just simply rocking a baby to sleep. Opportunities are available 7 days a week for a 2-hour shift commitment each time. You can self-select your shifts making it very flexible and convenient.
Please reach out to Lisa Snow, Community Outreach Coordinator at lsnow@almosthomekids.org or call her at (630) 786-1755 to learn more about how to sign up for an orientation and make a difference at Almost Home Kids.
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Police Alerts and Community Notices |
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CACC Sunday Funday Free Adoption Event
Sunday, July 25
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Visit Chicago Animal Care and Control this Sunday, July 25, for their Sunday Funday event! Fees will be waived for all cats and dogs over 6 months old and adult bonded pairs!
Entrance will be limited to the first 100 families, and masks will be required indoors.
Please email CACC@cityofchicago.org or call 312-747-1406 with any questions.
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Food Truck Festival at Daley Plaza |
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Fridays, beginning July 30 |
BACP is excited to announce the return of Food Truck Festival at Daley Plaza! Enjoy the Food Truck Festival every Friday beginning July 30, from 11 AM to 3 PM.
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National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police, community, and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods a safer, better place to live.
National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community.
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12th District - Tuesday, Aug. 3 |
The Chicago Police Department, 12th District Community Policing Office invites you to National Night Out on August 3, from 5 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Fosco Park Field, 1312 S. Racine.
Contact the 12th District CAPS office at 312-746-8306 with any questions.
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18th District - Wednesday, Aug. 4 |
The Chicago Police Department, 18th District Community Policing Office invites you to National Night Out on August 4, from 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at Polk Bros. Park, 600 E. Grand Avenue.
Contact the 18th District CAPS office at 312-742-5778 with any questions.
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Movies in the Parks Summer Schedule |
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(image courtesy of the Chicago Park District)
The big screen in your backyard, Movies in the Parks returns this summer, bringing Hollywood movies and local films to local parks for the twentieth season. Join us in-person at the parks for classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood and retro childhood favorites, to the best family-friendly box office favorites from recent years.
The Chicago Park District strives to bring the best possible entertainment and events to your parks, while adhering to and modeling all current, relevant COVID safety and mitigation strategies as recommended or required by local, state and federal guidelines. Below is a schedule of movies that will be shown in or near parks in the 42nd Ward throughout the summer.
Millennium Park
201 E. Randolph Street (Jay Pritzker Pavilion)
- Tuesday, August 24 at 6:00pm – The Wiz
- Tuesday, August 31 at 6:00pm – The Dark Knight
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Avenue (Lake Stage in Polk Bros Park)
- Monday, July 26 at 6:30pm – Caddyshack
- Thursday, July 29 at 6:30pm – The Big Sick
- Monday, August 2 at 6:30pm – Creed
- Thursday, August 5 at 6:30pm – Love and Basketball
- Monday, August 9 at 6:30pm – Cars 3
- Thursday, August 12 at 6:30pm – Stranger Than Fiction
- Monday, August 16 at 6:30pm – A League of Their Own
- Thursday, August 19 at 6:30pm – Bridesmaids
- Monday, August 23 at 6:30pm – Invictus
- Thursday, August 26 at 6:30pm – When Harry Met Sally
- Monday, August 30 at 6:30pm – Rocky IV
Lake Shore Park
808 N. Lake Shore Drive
- Saturday, July 31 at 8:15pm – Hidden Figures
- Saturday, August 14 at 8:15pm – Casablanca
- Wednesday, September 1 at 8:00pm – The Lion King
Bartelme (Mary) Park
115 S. Sangamon Street
- Saturday, August 28 at 8:00pm – Clueless
All movies begin at dusk. If you're unsure when dusk is, visit any weather site to see the time of dusk each day. Call (312) 742-1134 for daily listings and weather-related cancellations. For more information and updates, please visit https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/movies.
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Grant Park Music Festival
July 2 - August 21
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The Grant Park Music Festival is thrilled to present another season of world-class music-making—free of charge—on Chicago's lakefront. In accordance with Phase 5 regulations to safely and fully reopen the city, all Grant Park Music Festival concerts at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion will be restored to full seating capacity this summer. As such, no reservations are required, and seating on the Great Lawn and in the Seating Bowl is available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
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(photo courtesy of DCASE)
The 2021 lineup includes Festival favorites, like the Grieg Piano Concerto, the New World Symphony, the William Tell Overture, Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun plus plenty of family fun with Carnival of the Animals, Classic Broadway and the annual Independence Day Salute.
Outside food or drink, including beer and wine, is welcome at the Pritzker Pavilion for all Festival concerts (excluding the Independence Day Salute, where it is available for purchase at Millennium Park concession tents).
Seating in the bowl is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Food and drinks are welcome in the Seating Bowl. Coolers and picnic baskets should be stored under your seat during the concert and cannot block the aisles.
A full calendar of events can be found here and for more information about the Grant Park Music Festival, please visit their website.
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Millennium Park Summer Workouts
July 3 - August 28
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Millennium Park Summer Workouts will return in-person on the Great Lawn featuring Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates, and Zumba. Detailed schedule for Saturday mornings will be as follows:
- Tai Chi 8:30-9:15am
- Yoga 9:30-10:15am
- Pilates 10:30-11:15am
- Zumba 11:30-12:15pm
These workouts will be hosted every Saturday through August 28. Please click here to view the full schedule.
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Free Museum Days this Summer |
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The 42nd Ward is home to (and near) several world-class museums! Check out the following museums free admission days below.
The Field Museum
Active military personnel and Illinois teachers receive complimentary admission.
Museum of Contemporary Art
- While suggested fees are posted, the MCA has a pay-what-you-can policy—no visitors are turned away.
Museum of Science and Industry
- August 11
- September 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30
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2021 Chicago City Markets |
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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:
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Tuesdays
SOAR Farmers Market at MCA Plaza
220 E. Chicago Ave.
June 1 - October, 7am - 2pm
Wednesdays
1817 N. Clark St.
May 5–October 27, 7am–1pm
Thursdays
Daley Plaza City Market
50 W. Washington St.
May 27–September 30, 7am–2pm
1936 S. Michigan Ave.
June 17–September 30, 4–8 pm
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Saturdays
1817 N. Clark St.
May 1–October 30, 7am–1pm
Division Street City Market
100 W. Division St.
May 15–October 30, 7am–12pm
115 S. Sangamon St.
June 5–October 30, 8am–1pm
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U.S. Navy Blue Angels in Chicago August 21-22 |
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There will be new and reimagined air show events in August in place of this year's Chicago Air and Water Show. City of Chicago presents the U.S. Navy Blue Angels will be a special solo demonstration by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels along the lakefront on August 21 & 22 from 12–1pm. (On August 20, practice runs from 10am–2pm.) The best viewing locations along the lakefront are between Oak Street and Fullerton Avenue.
The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the teamwork and professionalism of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps through flight demonstrations and community outreach while inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country.
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Teens in the Park (TIP) Fest |
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TIP (Teens in the Park) Fest is the largest platform for Chicago’s young artists to showcase their talent, connect to resources and celebrate one another's talents. TIP Fest takes place October 2nd, 2021 at Union Park. Winners of TIP Fest will receive the following prizes: 1st place $500 | 2nd place $250 | 3rd place $150.
Singers, rappers, dancers and poets, come audition to perform at TIP Fest 2021! Auditioning artists must be between the ages of 14-24 and live in Chicago.
Auditions
- TIP on Tour Auditions & Rap Battle | Saturday, August 21st | Midway Plaisance Park | 2pm-6pm
TIP Fest
- TIP Fest | Saturday, October 2nd | Union Park | 2pm-6pm
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CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and safety issues directly with the beat officers who patrol their neighborhood, as well as to provide ongoing feedback, which help the police to monitor crime issues.
Attention Residents: New in 2021, each beat will be hosting its own meeting, departing from the sector model. They will also be virtual (via Zoom) until further notice - please email the District in advance to register for the virtual meeting.
- Beat 1831 - July 27 at 5:00pm
- Beat 1832 - July 27 at 6:00pm
- Beat 1833 - July 29 at 5:00pm
- Beat 1834 - July 29 at 6:00pm
Please make sure to confirm the details for upcoming meetings with your Police District's CAPS office.
To find your district and beat, please click here.
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42nd Ward Street Closures and Construction Notices |
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Lollapalooza
Lollapalooza is scheduled to take place in Grant Park from Thursday, July 29 at 11 a.m. to Sunday August, 1 at 10 p.m. The venue closes each evening shortly after 10:00 p.m. A map which illustrates access points, stages, and vendors can be found here: www.lollapalooza.com/information. Several artists will be using pyrotechnics in their performance.
The following streets will be closed throughout the festival:
- Balbo, from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 14 at 6:00am - August 6 at 11:59pm)
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Jackson, from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 19 at 8:00pm - August 6 at 11:59pm)
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Balbo, from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Jackson, from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Columbus, from Monroe to Roosevelt (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Columbus (Northbound, two center lanes), from 13th Street to Roosevelt (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Congress Parkway, from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Monroe, from Michigan to Lake Shore Drive (July 28 at 11:59pm - August 2 at 6:30am, with limited access for the Art Institute of Chicago)
Additionally, the following sidewalks will be closed to pedestrians:
- Michigan, from Jackson to Balbo (July 27 at 9:00am - August 1 at 10:00am)
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Balbo (both sides), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 14 at 6:00am thru August 6 at 11:59pm )
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Columbus (Southbound side), from 9th St. Yard to S. Ida B. Wells (July 19 at 12:01am - August 5 at 11:59pm)
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Columbus (Northbound side), from Roosevelt to the 9th St. Yard (July 14 at 12:01am -August 6 at 11:59pm)
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Jackson (both sides), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 14 at 8:00pm - August 6 at 11:59pm)
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Lake Shore Drive (Northbound side), from Monroe to Roosevelt (July 21 at 9:00am - July 21 at 5:00pm)
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Monroe (Eastbound side), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 19 at 12:01am - August 4 at 11:59pm)
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Lake Shore Drive (Southbound side), from Monroe to Roosevelt (July 24 at 12:01am -August 7 at 11:59pm)
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Balbo (both sides), from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Jackson (both sides), from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Congress Parkway/Circle, from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Congress Parkway (Westbound & Eastbound side), from Michigan to Columbus (July 24 at 12:01am - July 25 at 11:59pm)
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Columbus (both sides), from Monroe to Roosevelt (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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S Michigan Ave, from 11th St. Bridge to Jackson (July 29 at 6:00am - August 1 at 11:59pm)
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the event organizers at info@lollapalooza.com. To report an immediate concern, please use the following Neighborhood Call-In Line: (512) 806-7903.
Helicopter Lift: 250 South Wacker Drive
On Sunday, August 8, from 9am-11am, there will be a helicopter lift at 250 S. Wacker Drive.
During the lift, the following will be closed to motorists and pedestrians:
- Wacker, from Adams to Van Buren
- Jackson, from Canal to Franklin
There will be barricades, detour signs, and Police Officers in-place throughout the lift.
Tower Crane Jump: 300 N Michigan
On Friday, July 23 to Sunday, July 25, there will be a crane jump at 300 North Michigan Avenue.
During the jump, the following will be closed:
- Curb lane/sidewalk on the west side of Michigan, from a point 90' north of Wacker Place to a point 50' north thereof
There will be barricades, detour signs, and traffic control in-place throughout the lift.
LG Construction: 751 N. Hudson and 451 W Chicago
In mid-August, LG Construction will break 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).
Rush Street Water Main Project
Starting on Monday, July 12, the Chicago Department of Water Management (DWM) will begin its Rush Street Water Main Abandonment Project. Work hours will be 7pm-7am.
The project requires the DWM to replace 100’ of pipe on the east side of North Rush, from Grand Avenue to a point 100’ north thereof. Additionally, the DWM will disconnect the water main on North Rush at East Ohio and East Ontario.
All work is expected to be completed by Friday, July 23 (weather dependent).
Filming in the Ward This Week.
Charlotte Ariss Photoshoot
On Saturday, July 31, from 8pm-9pm, Charlotte Ariss will be conducting a photoshoot from the median in front of 111 East Upper Wacker Drive. There will be intermittent traffic closures on the north side of Upper Wacker Drive at this location.
Wedding Processions
Wedding Procession
On Saturday, July 31, from 4:00pm-4:30pm, there will be a wedding procession that travels from 55 East Washington to 78 East Washington where it will be disbanded. Walking participants will utilize the sidewalk, and a horse and two vehicles will travel in the curb lane.
Wedding Procession
On Friday, August 13, from 1:00pm-1:45pm, there will be a wedding procession on West Monroe, from South Clark to South LaSalle. This stretch of West Monroe will be closed to vehicular traffic during the procession.
Sundays on State
On Sunday, July 25, from 4am-11:59pm, State Street from Lake Street to Madison will be closed to vehicular traffic. Motorists will be able to travel eastbound/westbound on Lake Street, Randolph Street, Washington Street and Madison Street.
Flyover Closure
On Monday, July 26 from 11pm to Tuesday, July 27 at 5am, the flyover will be closed to make adjustments to the hinged sidewalk.
Lakeshore East Resurfacing Repairs
The Chicago Department of Transportation will be resurfacing the following streets in July and August (weather dependent):
- Westshore Drive, from South Water Street to Benton Place (7/26- 8/23)
- Benton Place, from Field Boulevard to Westshore Drive (7/26 - 8/23)
- Randolph Street, from Field Boulevard to Harbor Drive (7/26 - 8/23)
Gas Line Installation: 354 North Union
On Monday, July 19, Peoples Gas will begin installation of a new gas line for 354 N. Union. Throughout the project, the west side of North Union, from West Kinzie to 354 N. Union will be closed.
All work is expected to be completed at the beginning of August 2021.
Wacker Drive Repainting Project
In late-July, the Chicago Department of Transportation will begin 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
Starting in mid-July, ComEd will be 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-August (weather dependent).
Demolition: 113 East Oak Street
At the end of June, Atlas began demolition of 113 East Oak Street. During the first week of the project, work hours will be 8am to 8pm. Work hours for the remainder of the demolition will be 8am to 5pm. Throughout the project, the following will be closed:
- 50’ of the sidewalk in front of 113 East Oak Street (the sidewalk will reopen each night after work is completed)
- 100’ of the curb lane in front of 113 East Oak Street (the sidewalk will reopen each night after work is completed
The demolition is expected to be completed by mid-August (weather dependent).
Vaulted Sidewalk Fill-in: 600 W. Jackson
Starting at the beginning of July, 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 July.
Vaulted Sidewalk Repair: 20 N. Wacker Drive
Starting at the end of June, repairs to the vaulted sidewalk at 20 North Wacker Drive will begin. 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
At the beginning of April, the Onni Group began construction of 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.
RCN Infrastructure Relocation
In early March, RCN began to relocate conduits on St. Clair Street, from Erie Street to Illinois Street. Work hours will be 8am-5pm.
The project includes infrastructure trenching in the street and on the sidewalk. There will be intermittent lane and sidewalk closures throughout the project. RCN will have barricades, traffic control, and detour signs in place during the project. Two-way traffic will be maintained throughout the project.
This project is expected to be completed at the end of July 2021 (weather dependent).
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 by August 2021 (weather dependent).
Construction: 61 West Erie Street
In November 2020, LG Construction began construction of a five-story, 28 unit apartment building at 61 West Erie Street. A small crane will be placed in the traffic lane in front of 61 W. Erie Street from Monday, March 15 to Tuesday, March 16. The crane will be removed while work is not occurring and the traffic lane will reopen.
Throughout the construction process, the following will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic:
- 100' of sidewalk and curb lane in front of 61 W. Erie Street
- The alley adjacent to the west side of 61 W. Erie Street
There will be detour signs, barricades, and flaggers in place for the duration of the project.
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 June 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
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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.
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