Dear 33rd Ward Community,
I would like to take some time this week to highlight my staff. Our office has been evolving over the past year. After I began this second term in office, I was appointed to be Chairwoman of the Committee on Health and Human Relations. This responsibility brings with it more opportunities to connect our communities with vital information about legislation and resources related to public health, in particular to advocate for “Treatment Not Trauma,” an ordinance I have been sponsoring to re-open Chicago’s Public Mental Health Clinics while creating a robust mental health crisis response system in Chicago. The committee has also allowed us to expand our staff and reorganize the responsibilities for our current staff. I hope this information helps you get to know who to reach out to with questions so we can be of best service.
Chief of Staff: Veronica Tirado-Mercado
Veronica is transitioning to a new role serving as Chief of Staff for the Committee on Health and Human Relations and will no longer be overseeing the day to day operations of the 33rd Ward Neighborhood Services Office. Veronica can help you answer any questions related to the committee. She will also continue to work alongside the Alderwoman to maintain her schedule. You can reach Veronica at veronica@33rdward.org
Any questions related to the Neighborhood Office, services in the ward, or community events can be directed to our Deputy Chief of Staff.
Deputy Chief of Staff: Stacy Erenberg
Stacy will continue to manage our 33rd Ward Neighborhood Services Office. Stacy can help answer general questions related to our Neighborhood Services Office and can connect you with someone in our office that can help solve more specific questions related to service requests, development questions, or any other needs. Stacy will also be the point of contact for neighborhood events and for coordinating outreach efforts to our community partners and neighbors through our office programming, like Participatory Budgeting. You can continue to contact our office at info@33rdward.org
Director of Communications and Engagement: Jonathan Nagy
Jonathan joined our staff in August to serve on the Committee on Health and Human Relations. He will be maintaining our weekly newsletter, our website, and our social media accounts. You can direct any information for our communications platforms to him. He will also be working alongside our Neighborhood Services Office to share educational materials from the Committee on Health with our community partners and neighbors. You can reach Jonathan at newsletter@33rdward.org
Neighborhood and Business Services Coordinator: Raul Marron
Raul will continue to be the point of contact for any questions related to permitting. He can also help you answer questions related to your business, including connecting you with resources. Raul works out of our Neighborhood Services Office and is available during our office hours to answer questions related to any services you might need.
Ward Superintendent: Eric Ramos
Eric sees himself as the caretaker for the ward and works together with the other city departments, community orgs, businesses, and residents like you to keep our neighborhoods clean and safe. Especially when it comes to snow and rain, street sweeping, refuse, our tree canopy, and more. Eric works closely with our office and is always on call to help with a wide variety of our community’s needs.
Neighborhood Services Coordinator: Elizabeth Espino
Elizabeth joined our office in July. She works out of our Neighborhood Services Office and is available during our office hours to answer questions related to any services you might need.
Neighborhood Services Intern: Charlie Billingsley
Charlie is a student at Northeastern Illinois University working towards earning her degree in Social Work and will be joining us for the next two semesters to help out our neighborhood services team.
Lastly I would like to announce that our Policy Director, Joe Engleman will be leaving the office to pursue higher education opportunities. Joe has brought us an incredible attention to detail that has allowed our office to engage in critical and reflective work over the past two years. You may have met Joe through a variety of situations including our Community Driven Zoning process, neighborhood events, or through outreach to our office with questions about an ordinance. We will miss working with him every day, but wish him the best in his studies and thank him for his service to our community.
You can find more about our office hours, office location, or how to contact us below.
-Rossana
33rd Ward Alderwoman
33RD WARD OFFICE INFORMATION
Address: 4747 N Sawyer Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 10am – 5pm; Friday 9am – 4pm
Phone: 773-840-7880
Email: info@33rdward.org
Website and constituent resources: www.33rdward.org
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WARD EVENTS
Ward Night Out
Upcoming: Monday, September 18, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm outside Horner Park
Ward Night Out is an opportunity to bring your questions or concerns to the Alderwoman in a one-on-one meeting. Each Ward Night Out is first come, first serve. Walk-ins will be taken until 6:45 pm. For more information, please contact our office at info@33rdward.org or 773-840-7880.
Federal Flooding Assistance – Informational Program on Sept. 11 from 6-7:30pm
On August 15, 2023, President Biden granted a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Illinois after the severe storms and flooding from June 29 to July 2, 2023. Many residents in IL 03 were impacted by these storms and may be eligible to receive much-needed FEMA relief and resources.
Congresswoman Delia Ramirez’s office has worked with FEMA to organize one information session to review the application process and discuss what to expect after application. The information session will take place September 11, 2023, from 6-7:30 p.m., specifically for IL-03 constituents in Cook County. Location: Kelyvn Park HS – 4343 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60639 – Auditorium.
You can begin to apply for assistance by clicking here. You can also call FEMA at 800-621-3362. FEMA is taking applications for assistance through October 16, 2023. More detailed information about applying for relief can be found below in our newsletter.
Participatory Budgeting
This year’s Participatory Budgeting process (PB) has begun. You can still join our committee to learn the ins and outs of Participatory Budgeting and help us involve our community. Your voice matters, and together, we can improve and maintain our community through direct participation in infrastructure decisions. Let’s shape our community together! To be added to our PB email list, please reach out to info@33rdward.org
Next meeting: Thursday, September 14 from 4:30pm – 6:00pm at Roosevelt High School (see below for entrance details)
The PB Committee will meet weekly unless otherwise noted from 4:30pm – 6:00pm at Roosevelt High School, Room 314. You can enter the doors off of the parking lot on Leland. Ring the doorbell and the security guard will open the door for you. Each meeting is open to the public. You can participate as you are able. We do not hold the expectation for you to attend every meeting. Please come join us to learn, share your thoughts, and eat some snacks!
CONSTITUENT RESOURCES
CDOT Infrastructure Improvement Map
33rd Ward Community Driven Zoning
Recycling and garbage schedule
2023 Street Sweeping schedule and interactive map
COMMITTEE CORNER
Stay tuned for updates from the Committee on Health and Human Relations. City Council will meet again on September 13, 2023. We will use this space to share updates on legislation coming through the committee.
Reappointment of Angela Tovar as Chief Sustainability Officer for Chicago
This week the Committee on Environmental Protections voted to reappoint Angela Tovar to serve as the Chief Sustainability Officer under the Office of Climate and Environmental Equity. She has been working to coordinate efforts across city departments and sister agencies like CTA, CPS, and CDOT to invest in sustainability projects. Our office is excited to support her work. We will bring updates as they develop.
WARD UPDATES
Road Closure Notice – Guatemalan Parade
Sunday, September 10, 2023. Montrose Ave between Kimball and California will be closed to traffic from 10:30am – 2:00pm. Portions of Kimball Ave will be closed down for parade floats to dismount. Please make all plans accordingly. Our office will share any updates as plans develop.
Filming Notice
Tuesday, September 12th 6:00AM-8:00PM
-South Side of Lawrence Ave. from Kedzie Ave. to Spaulding Ave.
-Both Sides of Sawyer Ave. from Lawrence Ave. to 4729 North
Spears and Arrows, will be filming scenes for a commercial. In order to park essential vehicles and equipment, streets in your area will be posted as
a NO PARKING/TOW ZONE.
If you have any questions, concerns or special needs, PLEASE CONTACT:
Location Manager/On-Site Coordinator
Brian Fairley
(312) 504-7759
Property Tax Appeal Window for Jefferson Township has begun
Jefferson Township is now open for Cook County Assessor Appeals. The deadline is October 2nd. If you need help filing your property tax appeal you can reach out to the County Assessor’s office to schedule an individual consultation with an analysis. You can also appeal online by yourself following the step-by-step application found here and watching the simple video here.
Pedestrian and Traffic Safety legislative update
Over the last few weeks, our office has introduced a number of new ordinances that will remove rush hour parking restrictions on Belmont Avenue and Pulaski Road. These prohibitions are often very old ordinances and create a more hectic roadway where streets like Belmont and Pulaski are meant to be four lanes each way outside of rush hour and two lanes each way at other times of the day. This creates more situations where cars may be using the parking lane to pass other cars while cars are still parked in the parking lane. Before the addition of protected bike lanes on Belmont, this could happen frequently.
The Pulaski ordinance specifically is an outgrowth of a traffic study that the 33rd Ward office requested following a deadly hit-and-run last fall. Additionally, speed radar signs will be installed at the intersection of Pulaski and Sunnyside to notify drivers of their speed in each direction of travel.
Given that Pulaski is a state road, there are jurisdictional limits to the types of pedestrian safety improvements that can be implemented and these would require sign-off from the Illinois Department of Transportation to be consulted. Removing the rush hour parking restrictions is the first step to allowing CDOT to officially line the parking lane. This also creates room for our office to request the addition of pedestrian safety improvements like curb extensions as CDOT has informed us that these improvements are not permitted with the rush hour parking restrictions in place.
Liquor Moratorium Lift Request (3158 W Montrose Ave)
Our office hosted a virtual community meeting on Wednesday, August 23 to gather community input on a business’s proposal to have a liquor moratorium lifted in our ward. The period for public comment has closed. We will announce updates as they are available.
Federal Flooding Assistance
President Biden approved a Disaster Declaration for the State of Illinois, and Cook County more specifically, for this summer’s heavy rainstorms. Residents and business owners who sustained losses during the flooding during the period of storms from June 29 – July 2, 2023 can immediately begin to apply for assistance by clicking here. You can also call FEMA at 800-621-3362. Block Club Chicago has provided a guide for applying for disaster assistance. FEMA is taking applications for assistance through October 16, 2023. More detailed information about applying for relief can be found below in our newsletter.
Grid-Based Tree Trimming
The Bureau of Forestry is no longer receiving individual tree trimming requests and has shifted to a grid-based maintenance schedule similar to the street sweeping schedule. You can view the map here.
Previously completed grid section: N032 W028, which covers Addison to Belmont from California to Kedzie
Current grid section: N040 W028, which covers Montrose to Irving Park Rd from California to Kedzie
Each grid segment can take between three weeks and two months to complete. Tree trimming personnel will be in the ward weekly, weather permitting. Similar to street sweeping notifications, trees will be posted with signage in advance of tree trimming. Upon the completion of each grid segment, we will make an announcement about which grid will be completed next. If you’re worried about the immediate safety of the area around a given tree due to its conditions, you can reach out to 311 or our office so the appropriate service request can be made.
The results of both increased funding for the Department of Forestry and move to a grid-based system has resulted in more than triple the amount of trees being trimmed this year compared to the same time period last year. This change in system, along with an increase in full-time equivalents for forestry operations in the 2023 budget, will mean more trees in our ward, and the city, will be maintained than year’s past.
School-bus driver shortage will impact area schools
Without school buses, the campus of Edison Regional, Hibbard Elementary, and Albany Park Multicultural Academy is expecting a significant increase in car traffic. To accommodate this, the schools are creating a “drop and go” location at the eastern corner of the campus on Argyle and Sawyer. Another “drop and go” zone will be located at the western corner at Ainslie and Sawyer. Given the area traffic patterns, the principals encourage parents to use the eastern drop and go location at Argyle and Sawyer. Please note: No parking will be permitted along Ainslie between Sawyer and Kedzie and no use of the alley behind the school will be permitted.
Having trouble filling a vacant apartment? Chicago Rents can help:
Ariel Parrella-Aureli reported on the Chicago Rents program for Block Club. Chicago Rents is a program that offers guaranteed rents and additional incentives for landlords interested in providing affordable housing for tenants.The program has already housed more than 2000 Chicagoans. Chicago Rents provides support to both the tenant and the landlord throughout the duration of the lease. If you’re a landlord who’s interested in learning more, click here. Landlords can also fill out a survey by clicking here and Chicago Rents staff will reach out to you.
Kedzie Avenue Complete Streets realignment
The Chicago Department of Transportation is in the final stages of a new Complete Streets curb alignment along Kedzie Avenue that further shields both bikes and pedestrians from car traffic. Within the 33rd Ward, this new alignment is in place for four blocks from Belmont Avenue to Addison Street.
This new parking configuration will take time to get used to for residents and business owners and customers; in the long term this will make Kedzie safer for all users of the road. CDOT has prepared instructional materials with how to park in this new alignment. Our office also encourages drivers to familiarize themselves with “The Dutch Reach” when exiting a vehicle. This way of exiting a vehicle encourages drivers and passengers to open a car door with their far-hand. This gives a person exiting the vehicle a better line of sight of oncoming traffic. This technique has saved the lives of countless bike riders and pedestrians around the world who might otherwise have been doored and can also be extremely helpful for keeping people exiting vehicles safe from oncoming traffic.
Block party applications are open!
Read more under “Forms” on the Neighborhood Services page, and apply here!
Traffic and Pedestrian Safety reminder
As traffic violence continues to increase against pedestrians, bicyclists, and even first responders like firefighters and paramedics, remember to obey traffic signals including red lights. Our office also asks that drivers remember that they must yield to pedestrians at crosswalks. If you see this sign and a pedestrian is present, you must let them cross before proceeding. Additionally, our office encourages drivers to be patient and generous with all users of the road. Remember that pedestrians and cyclists are not surrounded by air bags or encased in a ton of steel.
Narcan and Fentanyl Test Strips Available at Our Ward Office
Our office has been certified to distribute Narcan and Fentanyl testing resources to our community. You can stop by during our open hours or reach out to info@33rdward.org for more information.
Applications open for Chicago Early Learning program at CPS
Learn more on their website. Are you ready to apply for a high-quality early learning program? Learn about the process on our How to Apply Page or call our Family Support Hotline at 312-229-1690 with your questions.
SUPPORTING NEW CHICAGOANS
Donations
Our office continues to receive calls, emails, and walk-ins from constituents who wish to support new Chicagoans. One of the immediate ways to help is to check the Instituto del Progreso Latino Amazon Wish List which is updated frequently to meet the needs of new arrivals in the city’s temporary shelters. Only new items are being accepted at this time. Additionally, Instituto del Progreso Latino is accepting monetary donations to purchase items in bulk. Donations can be made by visiting InstitutoChicago.org. For additional information, visit chicago.gov/support.
Please do not drop or donate any items at Chicago Police Districts.
Furniture can be donated to Chicago Furniture Bank. The Furniture Bank, in partnership with New Life Centers, is providing furniture to new arrivals who are being resettled into permanent housing. The Furniture Bank is also the largest provider of free furniture to the unhoused Chicagoans as well.
Volunteer Opportunities
Members of our community have formed the Community Care Collective to direct mutual aid efforts in the 33rd Ward. You can learn about volunteer opportunities by following this link.
APPLYING FOR FLOOD RELIEF FROM FEMA
The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is Monday, October 16, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. CT. You must register with FEMA to receive assistance.
FEMA is rapidly opening Disaster Recovery Centers across Cook County, with five new centers in operation this week. You can find our nearest center at: Washington Square Mall, 4851 W North Ave, Chicago, IL, 60639. They are open from 7am – 7pm every day.
How to Apply:
If you have insurance coverage, first file a claim. If you have uninsured or underinsured losses, contact FEMA by going online to disasterassistance.gov, downloading the FEMA app or calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. You can also watch this instruction video. If you use video relay service, captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service. When calling the FEMA Helpline, multilingual operators are available (press 2 for Spanish and 3 for other languages).
How to Appeal: Fliers can be found by clicking here
Federal assistance may include temporary lodging, basic home repairs and other disaster-related expenses.
Have the following information ready when you register with FEMA:
- A current phone number where you can be contacted
- Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying
- Your social security number (or the social security number of a minor child in your household, if you’re applying on their behalf).
- A general list of damage and losses
- Banking information if you choose direct deposit
- If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name
When registering, one member of a household needs to comply with citizenship criteria. That means a minor child who is a citizen, non-citizen national or qualified non-citizen can have a parent or guardian who is not eligible apply for assistance on the child’s behalf.
What to Expect After You Apply:
A FEMA inspector may call you to set up a time and date to perform the inspection at the damaged address. If you have filed for assistance and receive a call from an out of state number, pick it up. Be sure to have your application number available.
During the inspection inspectors will: - Observe social distancing guidelines
- Show their credentials
- Ask to see a photo ID
- Ask to see documents to verify the home ownership or occupancy if FEMA has been unable to verify
- Walk around the interior and exterior of your home if feasible
- Document damage
Inspectors WON’T decide if you will receive assistance, ask for money, bank account information or credit card information. Residents can call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 to verify a FEMA visit is legitimate.
Within 10 days after the inspectors visit, you will: - Receive a letter of electronic correspondence explaining FEMA’s decision
- If you are determined eligible for assistance, you may receive a U.S. Treasury check or direct deposit
- For more information click here
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Twilight Canoe/Kayak Trip & Dinner in the Park
Sunday, September 10th from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm at Clark Park at Rockwell & Roscoe
Evening includes all canoe/kayak equipment, catered dinner, silent auction and entertainment provided by the Horner Park Jazz Band! Proceeds benefit park improvements.
Cost: $100/person, $25/child with an adult family member
You can register by clicking here.
Community Leaders Meeting with Swedish Hospital
When: Wednesday, September 13 from 8:30 – 10 a.m.
Location: Swedish Hospital Auditorium, 2751 W. Winona St.
This is a reminder that Swedish Hospital’s next Community Leader Meeting is taking place next Wednesday, September 13. If you have not yet RSVP’d please reply here. We look forward to learning about your organization’s latest updates, sharing hospital updates focused on community health and wellness priorities and exploring ways to collaborate further.
Apply for Affordable Housing Workshops with Spanish Coalition for Housing
North River Commission Community Health Fair
Saturday, September 16th | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cano Health • 4733 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL, 60625
The North River Commission staff are hosting a FREE health fair on Saturday, September 16th from 10AM – 1PM at Cano Health. The health fair is free to attend and provides the community with preventive healthcare practices and access to physical and mental health resources. Health services will be available including free flu vaccinations, health screenings, nutritional information, and an overview of local community resources.
Tapestry 360 Health Fair
Saturday, September 16th from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Tapestry 360, 1300 W Devon Ave, Chicago
Tapestry 360 will be having a health fair at their clinic. It is family friendly and free! The fair will include a farmers’ market, cancer screenings, flu shots, and more!
2023 Peace Day Celebration [free]
When: September 18, 2023 from 11:45am – 1:00pm
Location: Daley Plaza, 50 West Washington Street
Celebrate unity and diversity in our city and world at Peace Day Chicago’s 45th Anniversary event! This joyful and moving event brings all cultures and all neighborhoods together for an uplifting experience that highlights the interactive Call to Peace and World Peace Flag Ceremony. You can be proud that Chicago pioneered the observance of Peace Day in 1978!
Center for Changing Lives September workshops & events
This message serves as a notice of our upcoming workshops and events for the month of September; we would greatly appreciate your assistance in helping us spread the word. Our workshops are all bilingual, free, and open to the public. We encourage folks to visit our Linktree to RSVP and learn more.
- 9/6/23 – Business Plan Support: Monthly event dedicated to answering your business plan questions.
- 9/7/23 – Expanding Democracy in the Workplace: Starting a Worker Co-Op
- 9/9/23 – Mi Casa Su Casa: First-time Homebuyer Education Workshop
- 9/14/23 – Resume Writing Workshop
- 9/20/23 – Small Business Grant Support
- 9/26/23 – Cover Letter Writing Workshop
- 9/26/23 – Lending Basics: Introduction to Mortgage Lending
- 9/27/23 – Workforce Speaker Series: Emotional Self-Intelligence
Irving Park Community Food Pantry Coat Drive Begins in October
Irving Park Community Food Pantry (4256 N. Ridgeway) hosts its annual coat drive this October and November and seeks donations of new or gently used winter coats.
Coats will be distributed Tuesday, October 10th and continue every Wednesday through November 8 for clients in 60641 and 60618 zip codes. The Pantry also accepts hats, scarves, gloves and mittens.
Drop off partners:
- Big Helpers, 4184 N. Elston Ave.
- Compass Real Estate, 2044 W Roscoe St.,1653 N. Milwaukee Ave. and 2350 N. Lincoln Ave.
- Disney II Magnet School, 3815 N. Kedvale Ave.
- Disney II Magnet High School, 3900 Lawndale Ave.
- Distinct Bath & Body, 4046 N Milwaukee Ave
- Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox Ave.
- Irving Park YMCA, 4251 W Irving Park Rd.
- Jet’s Pizza, 3951 N. Kimball Ave.
- J.T.’s Genuine Sandwich Shop, 3970 N. Elston Ave.
- Old Irving Brewing Company, 4419 W Montrose Ave.
- Front porch at 4731 Kiona Ave.
To drop off a large donation or to host a drive, email info@irvingparkfoodpantry.org. http://www.irvingparkfoodpantry.org
Brands Park Fall Programming
For more information or for questions, please contact teresa.wooldridge@chicagoparkdistrict.com or call (312) 656-7223. Register online at www.ChicagoParkDistrict.com or by visiting Horner Park.
River Park Summer Event Calendar
Horner Park Advisory Council Summer Concert Series.
Find the schedule here.
FEEDING CATS? SEEING CATS NEAR YOU? OR JUST WANT TO LEARN MORE?
Log in to this free community Zoom workshop from Cats in Action.
Helping Cats Near You
The 4th Sunday of every month
4pm – 6pm
Details here: www.catsinaction.org/workshops
Zoom Meeting ID:
868 5394 9492
Learn how to help community cats through TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return), what to do with kittens, ongoing colony management, preventing nuisance issues and much more!
YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES
2023 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Scholarship Program
Deadline: September 15, 2023
The Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) is now accepting applications for our 2023 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Scholarship Program through September 15, 2023. The CSBG scholarship program provides financial assistance to Chicago residents attending post-secondary education programs during the fall semester of 2023 and has minimum income requirements to meet the eligibility criteria. DFSS is dedicated and committed to making resources available to residents that build stability, support their well-being, and empower them to thrive. You can learn more about how to apply by clicking here.
Applications must be received via the web-based CSBG Scholarship Application Portal by Friday, September 15, 2023, no later than 5:00 p.m.
For additional questions or concerns, please contact us at DFSScsbgscholarship@cityofchicago.org.
Future Founders Internship
Future Founders is excited to invite your students to apply for the popular Be Your Own Boss internship taking place October 2023! Applications are due by September 21, 2023. You can learn more about the internship and apply by clicking here.
Be Your Own Boss is a paid internship that gives high school students’ the opportunity to explore the startup ecosystem, network with professional entrepreneurs, and build community with peers from all different backgrounds across Chicago—all while working to create and pitch their own business ideas!
Align Your Inner Self Youth Program (Ages 16-24)
Now through September 2023
Black Alphabet started as an organization founded to encourage story telling and educate communities about the cultural and social contributions Black LGBTQ+ identified people have made upon the world. Now the organization has transformed and they are focused on creating and spreading awareness on issues that have an impact on the Black LGBT+ community.
Their new program, Aligning Your Inner Self, for youth ages 16-24 is to help those who are looking to align their inner voice or conscience through the use of art. The program started in March and they will have monthly sessions through September 2023.
Click here to register for a session!
BUSINESS RESOURCES
Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Diversity Programs Building Small Businesses Program.
BSB is an immersive and detailed financial capacity-building program tailored for small businesses to accelerate and procure major infrastructure projects. The Diversity Programs and its consultant team, Ascend HI, invite you to be our guest at Building Small Businesses Program Workshop on
Thursday, September 21, 2023, from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm – Virtual Meeting (connecting details provided at registration).
BSB will provide programming focused on the following:
- Financial Management
- Access to Capital Sourcing
- Technical Assistance & Back Office Support
- Procurement Connection
Register with the QR code in the attached flyer. Forward questions to: Ellen Marshall, 720.390.9057 Mobile
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Learn About Upcoming Contracting Opportunities with CTA!
Join us as we share information about projects to upgrade the Chicago Transit Authority’s infrastructure. Learn how your firm can partner on these projects to keep Chicago moving as you meet with potential prime contractors. Doors open at 9:45 am. Presentation starts at 10:15 am.
Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023
Time: 10am – 12pm
Location: Gately Park, 10201 S Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60628
Free parking available in lot
Register by clicking here or with the link on the attached flyer.
CTA Hiring Event
When: Friday September 15, 2023 from 1pm-4pm
Location: CTA Headquarters, 567 W Lake St
CTA Second Chance Program
CTA’s Find a Job Fridays
If you’re looking for work, consider giving the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) a look. The CTA is in the midst of a major recruitment campaign. Visit the CTA’s careers website to learn more. New jobs are posted every Friday.
COVID-19 RESOURCES & COMMUNITY HEALTH
Blood Drive at Pathways in Education
When: September 21, 2023 from 9am – 3pm
Location: 3100 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Narcan and Fentanyl Test Strips Available at Our Ward Office
Our office has been certified to distribute Narcan and Fentanyl testing resources to our community. You can stop by during our open hours or reach out to info@33rdward.org for more information.
Free Asthma Services from American Lung Association
Do you know a child, adult or family member that has uncontrolled asthma? The American Lung Association in Greater Chicago has a program where a skilled healthcare professional will visit your home and provide an asthma assessment. The healthcare professional will provide health education and any materials and products needed to mitigate your asthma symptoms. Products include, but are not limited to, green cleaners, HEPA vacuum cleaners, air cleaners, beds, bed and pillow covers. More information by clicking here.
Receive Your Updated COVID-19 Vaccine At Home!
Get your whole family vaccinated at home! CDPH is offering vaccination appointments at home for up to 10 family members. Click here to set up your appointment!
Vaccinations for CPS Students:
COMMUNITY SAFETY UPDATES
My office believes that the best approach to community safety requires us all to participate in conversation together, to learn about each others’ needs and find ways to support each person. We encourage everyone to participate in the CCPSA, attend your regular beat meetings (CAPS), and your local CCPSA District Council local meetings.
Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability
Last year, Chicagoans elected their first ever Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA). The CCPSA is a city-wide elected body of three representatives from each police district. These representatives have a wide range of responsibilities that you can learn more about by clicking here.
CCPSA Announced Meeting Schedule for 2023.
Next Meeting: Thursday, September 28, 2023, 6:30 pm Location TBD
Following Meeting: Thursday, October 26, 2023, 6:30 pm Malcom X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd
17th District CAPS Meetings: The 17th District has resumed beat meetings in-person.
Information about Beat Meetings here.
Please contact the 17th District Community Policing Office / CAPS, if there are any questions or concerns.
Email: caps.017district@chicagopolice.org
Telephone: 312-742-4588
Mayor Johnson selected the nominee for the position of Chicago Police Superintendent.
Last Sunday, Mayor Johnson selected Larry Snelling as the nominee for the position of the new Superintendent for the Chicago Police Department. Snelling has a three-decade-long tenure within CPD, and currently holds the role of the Chief for the Bureau of Counterterrorism. The City Council is set to evaluate and vote on Snelling’s nomination.
The Village and Ravenswood Manor-Albany Park Circle hosting a Zoom with 17th Police District Council on Thursday, August 30. The 3 elected members are confirmed to participate.
On Thursday, August 30th at 7 pm, the Village and Ravenswood Manor-Albany Park Circle will host a Zoom meeting with 17th District Police Councilors Anthony Tamez, Elizabeth Rochford and Steve Spagnolo. Contact Karen, kegerer@comcast.net, for the Zoom link and with any questions you have for our three 17th District Police Council Members.
CONSTITUENT RESOURCES
CDOT Infrastructure Improvement Map
33rd Ward Community Driven Zoning
Recycling and garbage schedule
2023 Street Sweeping schedule and interactive map
33RD WARD OFFICE INFORMATION
Address: 4747 N Sawyer Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 10am – 5pm; Friday 9am – 4pm
Phone: 773-840-7880
Email: info@33rdward.org
Website and constituent resources: www.33rdward.org
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
33RD WARD STAFF
Veronica Tirado-Mercado, Chief of Staff
Stacy Erenberg, Deputy Chief of Staff
Jonathan Nagy, Director of Communications and Engagement
Eric Ramos, Ward Superintendent
Raul Marron, Neighborhood and Business Services Coordinator
Elizabeth Espino, Neighborhood Services
Charlie Billingsley, Neighborhood Services Intern
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