33rd Ward Staff – Page 19 – Rossana Rodriguez

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My 2021 Budget Vote

November 24, 2020 Today I voted no on Mayor Lori Lightfoot's proposed 2021 budget. After long days in council hearings, extensive research, and after reading your feedback to our ward budget survey I could not in good conscience add my name to a budget proposal that I know will only place the burden of our city's recovery on the backs of those who have suffered the most. Nearly half of responders to our ward budget survey stated their household income has been negatively impacted since the COVID crisis. A quarter of responders expressed difficulty paying their mortgage or rent. TheContinue

Give your feedback on the Chicago’s 2021 Budget

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#HalloweenIn33

Below are a few ways you can join us in Celebrating Halloween in the 33rd Ward. 2021 Halloween Decoration Contest Alderman Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez and the team would like to thank our neighbors for always bringing the spooky season to the 33rd Ward in BIG and creative ways. For that reason, we are bringing back our 33d Ward Halloween Decoration Contest for its second year! Voting is NOW open! The top THREE Houses or Apartments will get a holiday gift basket for their families. Neighbors will vote on their favorite decorations from October 22 - October 29 at Noon (12pm)Winners willContinue

2020 Flu Shot information

Due to COVID-19, the City's Department of Public Health will not be hosting the regular Flu Shot Walk-up Clinics around in the community but there are still a handful of upcoming events where you can get free flu shots with or without insurance. If you have insurance, you may call a local CVS or Walgreens pharmacy to schedule your flu shot. Contact information can be found on the City of Chicago's website map here: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/flu/home/vaccine-finder.html If you are uninsured here is how you can get your flu shot: Schedule an appointment at a free City of Chicago Clinic Uptown WICContinue

Voting in the November Elections!

You can vote early or on Election day (November 3). We encourage you to consider voting early to avoid the long lines and possible crowds expected on Election Day. Early Voting (now until November 3) 33rd Ward Site: Bateman Elementary School4220 N Richmond Street (entrance on Sacramento Side)Site Hours (for all locations)Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 7PM Saturday - Sunday 9AM - 5PM At ANY early voting site you will be able to: Register to voteUpdate your voter registration (bring two forms of ID)Drop your mail-in ballot in a secured drop box You can vote at ANY early voting site.Continue

Update from Alderman Rossana Rodriguez Sanchez on 9/18/2020

Our neighborhoods have been hurt and shaken by gun violence resulting from a series of gang conflicts that have escalated dramatically in recent days. We have a beautiful community, and no one should be fearful to live here and enjoy it. I have been in regular communication with Mayor Lightfoot about the seriousness of this situation this week, and am pleased to announce that the city will be expanding its violence interruption efforts to include Albany Park and neighboring areas that have been hard hit recently by gun violence. Through the Communities Partnering 4 Peace program, agencies dispatch street outreachContinue

33rd Ward Live: Responding To Gun Violence

Watch the 33rd Ward Live, Episode 19: Responding To Gun Violence Alderman Rodriguez-Sanchez is joined https://www.facebook.com/33rdward/videos/332496834633270

Expanded Outdoor Dining Permit

Effective immediately, liquor-only establishments may apply to use the Expanded Outdoor Dining Permit to operate on the sidewalk immediately in front of or adjacent to their establishment. Previously, these areas were reserved for food-serving establishments only via the sidewalk café permit. Now, while food establishments should still use the sidewalk café permit, liquor establishments without a Retail Food license can apply for an Expanded Outdoor Dining Permit in areas that are typically sidewalk cafes. To apply, businesses must identify a partner food establishment so that food would be available in the outdoor areas. Sidewalk outdoor areas must leave six feet ofContinue

ComEd Demolition Information

ComEd is scheduled to begin a demolition process of their building at 3500 N California on Tuesday, August 18, 2020. ComEd has built a new facility and will be demolishing their old facility on the corner of California and Addison. The project will be completed in stages and will take important precautions to avoid issues with dust and any other nuisances to the community. This week, ComEd sent out a letter informing over 1,000 residents nearby of the demolition. Take a moment to review the presentation below of ComEd's plan for demolition including timelines, methods, and more. Frequently Asked QuestionsContinue

Propose a Name for the 3557 West Lawrence

Naming any building is a powerful opportunity to shape its relationship with the community. For this reason, we want to engage the community in proposing and selecting the name for this new proposed affordable building. Please submit your name idea below. Project stakeholders from Communities United and Celedon will select their favorites from the suggestions, then we will share out those finalists for the community to vote on! You can review project details here: https://33rdward.org/zoning-proposals/ Darle nombre a un edificio es una oportunidad para definir su relación con la comunidad. Por esto, queremos involucrar a la comunidad para proponer yContinue