During this time of the year, it is always good to see family and friends that are near and dear to our hearts. It is also a great time to remember our neighbors that are struggling to make ends meet. Below is a listing of just a few of the many organizations that make a huge impact on the lives of some of our neighbors. If you haven't had the chance yet during this holiday season, please consider donating or volunteering your family's time to one of them. 
  • Cook County Sheriff's Women's Justice Programs needs travel-size toiletries. Cook County Commissioner Bridget Gainer is hosting this to help women. Click here for more information or reach out to Commissioner Gainer (312-603-4210 or info@BridgetGainer.com) 
  • Cornerstone Community Outreach is requesting "gifts of warmth" such as new hats, gloves, blankets, linen, and toiletries for their shelter residents, many who are children. Drop these gifts at their shelter located at 4615 N. Clifton. Click here for more information.  
  • Lakeview Pantry provides both food and care management that helps families in need. Click here to get more information.
  • Chicago House was one of the first organizations to address the needs of families affected by HIV/AIDS. They are now taking the lead with empowering trans people to live full and productive lives. Click here to help.
  • Sarah's Circle requests funding for its Make It Home Program, which helps women in need obtain ID's, application fees, and security deposits that will enable them to get into permanent housing. Click here for more information.
Lastly, your local neighborhood organization or place of worship might also be organizing a way to give back to others. There is no better way to celebrate the spirit of giving than to give to those in need. Click here to learn more about organizations that provide food to 46th Ward residents.

     Best,

 

NEWS

46TH WARD OFFICE CLOSED OVER THE HOLIDAYS
Starting Friday, Dec. 25 until Monday, Jan 4, the Ward Office will be closed for the holidays. Ald. Cappleman and the entire 46th Ward staff wish everyone a wonderful 2016!

HOLIDAY CHANGES TO CITY GARBAGE AND RECYCLING
Please note these important changes to the refuse and recycling schedule for the 46th Ward due to the Friday, December 25 (Christmas) and Friday, January 1 (New Year's Day) holidays.   All city-collected refuse and recycling will be serviced Monday through Thursday. Residents should ensure all black refuse carts and blue recycling carts are accessible throughout the week of collection, not solely on their regular day of collection.

OPEN OFFICE HOURS THIS MONDAY EVENING
Residents with any questions, concerns, or ideas that they would like to share with Ald. Cappleman are encouraged to drop by during Open Office Hours this Monday evening from 5pm - 7pm. No appointment is necessary.

EASY WAY TO GET PARKING PASSES
The City Clerk's Office has made purchasing guest passes for residential zoned parking areas even easier. Their website has been redesigned so that anyone with a smart phone can follow a few simple steps to purchase their parking permits. Afterwards, they are mailed to your address within ten days, but often times sooner. Click here to order yours now.

JOINT SUBJECT MATTER HEARING REGARDING LAQUAN MCDONALD This week, City Council members heard testimony from police and other government officials on the details of the shooting and investigation of this murder. Twelve months ago, Preventing and Disciplining Police Misconduct - An Independent Review and Recommendations Concerning Chicago's Police Disciplinary System was released. Ald. Cappleman's questions at this hearing were focused on progress made on these recommendations to address police misconduct thus far. 

SHARED SIDEWALK PROGRAM
The Chicago Dept of Transportation (CDOT) administers the Shared Cost Sidewalk Program each year. Last year, there were over 1,900 requests were received within the first 12 hours. You can apply for this program no sooner than January 12, 2016. Click here to learn more about this program or call John Sadler at 312-744-0488.

CONDO REFUSE REBATE
All condo refuse rebates are due by Friday, January 8, 2016 to Alderman Cappleman's office. Only residents who have previously received these rebates are eligible. Click here to find all the needed information and forms to complete. Please turn in all of your documentation to the 46th Ward Office by Friday, January 8 at 5pm. Email info@james46.org with any questions.

SNOW REMOVAL ON CITY SIDEWALKS
The City requires all building owners to remove snow from their sidewalks to promote the safe travel for everyone, and most especially for people utilizing wheelchairs, strollers and walkers. The City also encourages able-bodied individuals to help out residents who face difficulties with shoveling their sidewalk. Click here to learn more.

NEW RULE FOR CITY'S RECYCLING PROGRAM
Beginning Jan. 1, all recyclables that Chicago Streets and Sanitation picks up must be placed in the blue cart loose without a bag. Recyclables contained in bags of any kind will no longer be accepted. This change will help reduce the cost of recycling. Click here for more information.

BELLE PLAINE DEVELOPMENT NEWS
Last week, Buena Park Neighbors revisited an up-zoning request for a proposed development at 931-33 W. Belle Plaine. The block club voted 41 to 30 to approve the up-zoning for this address. Click here for more information about this development and other developments in the ward.

CTA L CHANGES THIS WEEKEND
Due to repair of the Red Line tracks, beginning 10pm Friday, Dec. 18 through 4am Monday, Dec. 21, northbound trains will run express from the Sheridan L to the Howard L. The stations will remain open at this time. Customers who want to travel northbound (to Howard) from the affected stations need first to travel south to Sheridan and transfer to a northbound (to Howard) train.

YOUNG FILMMAKERS CONTEST
Students grades 3 through college can win a world premier screening, cash prizes, and mathcing grants. Submissions are due January 17, 2016. For more details, visit OneEarthFilmFest.org.

STEEP DISCOUNTS FOR A DIVVY BIKE MEMBERSHIPS

The Chicago Dept. of Transportation offers the Divvy for Everyone program to address financial barriers and increase access to Divvy. Click here for more information. 

MORE NEWS ON OUR WEBSITE
Click here to learn about more updates and news within the 46th Ward.

EVENTS

CTA HOLIDAY TRAIN
When: Thursday, Dec. 17
Where: Red Line Stops
Santa and his helpers will be taking the Red Line to say hello to all the kids in Chicago. Click here to find out when Santa's train will be at an L stop near you.

 
VISIT

AFRIKIKO HAIR & FASHION BOUTIQUE (4659 N. BROADWAY)

Although the northbound traffic on the 4600 block of N. Broadway has been closed due to the construction of the Wilson L Station, this business continues to thrive with a commitment to great service for the entire family. They moved in November 1 from another location on the same block and their newly remodeled business provides haircuts, styling, and hair braiding for the whole family. Per the owner, "Anything related to hair, we do" and you can't get much better than that. 
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