Dear Neighbors,
On Sunday, our office is hosting a “Shred Event” with Senator Feigenholtz and State Representative Croke at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum from 10 am -1 pm. Swing by with any papers and electronics that you would like to have securely destroyed and recycled. There is a limit of 2 boxes/containers per household and we ask that you please remove all heavy-duty staples, paper clips, metal fasteners, and rubber bands ahead. In addition, Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart’s office will be at the event as a part of their “Prescription Drug Takeback” program.
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At the Shred Event, our office will also provide “dog cleanup signs”, Narcan, and Fentanyl testing strips. Earlier this year, the 43rd Ward Office completed training to become an official provider of Narcan (also known as Naloxone, more info here), the life-saving medication that can prevent a fatal opioid overdose. Thanks to increased awareness, Chicago and Cook County are on pace to see a drastic decline in opioid-related fatalities in 2024. Year-to-date, opioid deaths in Chicago are down more than 40%. However, there is still a long way to go. Many of us have been, or know someone who has been, tragically impacted by the fentanyl crisis in America. Two-thirds of the accidental drug-related overdoses in America in 2022 involved fentanyl, a majority of whom had no intention of taking fentanyl. After speaking with many students in the ward on the topic, it became clear that leading the push for Narcan access in Chicago was an essential way to do so. Please come to our office (or any Chicago Public Library) to get a free Narcan nasal spray canister, and help us spread the word to friends on why they should do the same.
As we continue to invest in the 43rd Ward’s parks, the Trebes Park renovation has begun! To reduce inconvenience during construction, we are working with Oscar Mayer School to assist in finding space for previously planned events. Through consistent leadership by the Trebes Park Advisory Council (TPAC), specifically TPAC President Scott Kaeser, community discussions related to this renovation began in 2019. Funded through grants from the city, state, and county, the result will be a revitalization of a park used and loved by many in the neighborhood. For specific information, please click here.
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Looking into next year, our office has also been working closely with the Wrightwood Neighbors Association and the Jonquil Park Advisory Council on a project to upgrade Jonquil Park. Currently, this project is anticipated to begin in October 2025 and is expected to include re-grading and re-seeding the field and area around the playground, replacing the soft surface around the playground, improving the baseball backstop and benches, and adding additional lighting around the park. The details, scope, and funding are still being worked out with the Park District and other stakeholders. If you would like more information or to get involved, please reach out to wrightwoodneighbors@gmail.com.
Finally, this week I met with representatives from the Chicago Advocacy Network (CAN) and the Chicago Children’s Advocacy Center as a part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Last year, the Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline received 218 calls and 12 texts reporting incidents by residents of the 43rd Ward. Our ward represents one of the lowest contact areas to the service in Chicago; however, it is still far too many. We can all support CAN’s important work by educating our communities on the services provided. In addition, our local 19th District police officers are collecting donations of lightly used clothing for survivors of domestic violence. If you have items to donate, please drop them off at the 19th District station at 850 W Addison by October 25th. Click here for a flier to share.
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P.S. Check out some photos from a busy week in the 43rd Ward!
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Ari Glass, Board Member of Tutoring Chicago, Britt Uhlenhake, Director of Development & Marketing, and Alderman Knudsen
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Alderman Knudsen talked with a DePaul Freshmen class about city politics on Wednesday. Special thanks to Professor Jill Dunlap for opening up her classroom!
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Vaccine Clinic on November 1st at the 43rd Ward Office
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On Friday, November 1st, our office is holding a COVID-19 and flu vaccine clinic at the 43rd Ward Office (2523 N Halsted St) from 10am-2pm. You can pre-register by clicking this link, scanning the QR code, or clicking the flier, though walk-ins are also welcome.
If you need a free flu shot, you can visit any Walgreens, CVS, Jewel-Osco, or see a calendar of city clinics here.
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As our city government and safety leadership transition into the next Administration, crime, and safety remain top of mind for our community. Each week, the 18th and 19th District post Compstat numbers that reflect changes in indexes for key crimes. In an effort to keep residents informed on these trends, we will publish those weekly updates in the newsletter’s public safety section. As a reminder, these statistics represent 100% of the 18th and 19th Police Districts; accordingly, they represent an area much larger than our ward.
For 18th District (south of Fullerton) Compstat,
For 19th District (north of Fullerton) Compstat,
We encourage residents to check out the Chicago Police Department's citywide September year-to-date recap, which outlines their key initiatives and statistical trends on high-priority violent crimes. You can view the full report here.
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We work closely with the 43rd Ward’s local CAPS districts, which include the 18th (Near North) and 19th (Town Hall) Police Districts.
Our office is in frequent contact with officers from both of these districts and their local CAPS officers, who host a variety of community forums and events including beat meetings, informational settings, and expert panel discussions, as well as sending out community alerts when a pattern of crime is detected.
Beat Meetings are part of the Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy and an excellent way to hear directly from CPD about your neighborhood. Meetings are held in the evenings every two months. Click here and find out your Police District and Beat number.
2024 43rd Ward CAPS Meetings
Beat 1811 (5 PM) & 1813 (6 PM): November 5.
Beats 1811 and 1813 meet at St. James Lutheran Church located at 2050 N Fremont St. They are in the basement of the Church and you should enter through the northernmost door on Fremont St. There is residential parking on the street with applicable zone parking restrictions.
Beat 1812 (5 PM) & 1814 (6 PM): November 7.
Beat 1812 and 1814 are hosted at Wintrust Bank located at 100 W. North Ave. There is very little parking on site but it is near the North and Clybourn Red Line stop and the Sedgwick Brown Line. It is also en route to the Clark St Bus. The meetings are hosted on the 2nd Floor of the bank. Elevators are on site.
Beat 1824 (6 PM): November 14.
Beat 1824 meets at 1201 N Clark St in the Clark St Apartments. It is very close to the Clark and Division Red Line Stop.
Beat 1932 (6:30 PM): December 3.
Beat 1932 is hosted in the sanctuary at New Life Church located at 1110 W Lill Ave. There is street parking with applicable zone parking restrictions. New Life Church is within walking distance of the Fullerton Red and Brown Line and the Diversey Brown Line.
Beat 1935 (6:30 PM): December 18.
Beat 1935 is hosted at Chabad East Lakeview located at 615 W Wellington Ave.
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18th Police District Council Meeting
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19th Police District Council Meeting
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19th District Community Conversations
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Older Adult Subcommittee Zoom
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The 18th District CAPS office is hosting an Older Adult Subcommittee Zoom meeting on October 28th at 10AM. Senior citizens are encouraged to join to learn about upcoming events and resources. To join, please use the Zoom link here.
Meeting ID: 869 3425 5508
Passcode: CAPS
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Looking to register to vote? Did you recently move or change your name and need to update your registration? Check out one of the options below!
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Early Voting in Chicago will start on Thursday, October 3 at 9:00am at the Voting Supersite (191 N. Clark) and Board Offices (69 W. Washington St. - 6th Floor).
Early Voting in all 50 Wards of Chicago begins Monday, October 21 at 9:00am.
Ward 43: Lincoln Park Library located at 1150 W. Fullerton Ave.
Any voter in Chicago can vote at any Early Voting site, no matter where they live in the city, & voters can choose whatever voting site is most convenient for them, including on Election Day. All Early Voting locations are ADA-compliant and fully accessible to voters with disabilities.
Chicago 50 Ward Early Voting Times:
Weekdays: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sunday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Voting on Election Day (NOV. 5th) - Locate your precinct polling place or closest vote center.
Election Day (Nov. 5): 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
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Below is a list of Mental Health resources that are available locally here in the City of Chicago.
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Elected School Board Candidates Forum
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Hosted by 8 Neighborhood Associations across 3 Wards, hear from the candidates for the 4th District School Board.
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Property Tax Appeals Outreach Workshop for Lakeview Township
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Date: Friday, October 25th
Time: 5:30 PM to start seeing constituents, 6:00 PM for the presentation, with a hard stop at 7:30 PM
Location: Inter-American Magnet School (851 W Waveland Ave, Chicago, IL 60613)
Lakeview Township opened for appeals on October 10th and is scheduled to close on November 8th, so this event is a timely opportunity to assist residents in filing their property tax appeals. We will be providing a brief presentation about the Board of Review, how to file a property tax appeal, and a Q&A session. Our team will also be on-site to register attendees, assist with creating online accounts, and help residents file their property tax appeals. Register here.
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North Chicago Township is now open for appeals
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Please be advised that North Chicago Township is now open for appeals and will close on November 27, 2024.
For more information on how to file an appeal online please visit our website. To access detailed information about residential and commercial reassessments in specific areas of the township, take a look at our valuation reports.
We will be having a virtual appeal workshop on Monday, October 28th from 6:00pm-7:00pm in English and Tuesday, October 29th from 6:00pm-7:00pm in Spanish in which homeowners will have an opportunity to learn about reassessments and ask questions.
To view the presentation in English:
Facebook & YouTube
To view the presentation in Spanish:
Facebook & YouTube
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Order Your 4 Free At-home COVID-19 Tests
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As of late September 2024, residential households in the U.S. are eligible for another order of #4 free at-home tests from USPS.com. Here's what you need to know about your order:
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The Chicago Department of Transportation has released pamphlets featuring a comprehensive map of bike infrastructure throughout the city, detailing locations of protected bike lanes, neighborhood greenways, off-street trails, bike shops, Divvy stations, and more. You can pick up a pamphlet from our office or view the full digital map here.
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Bring a canned good for the Nourishing Hope Food Pantry and get a free pumpkin from State Representative Margaret Croke! You can bring your canned good to Howler at Bauler on Oct. 26th from 3-5pm at Bauler Park!
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Lincoln Park High School's Open House
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Lincoln Park High School is hosting an Open House on Saturday, Oct 26th! It's a drop-in event for families between 12pm-3pm. It's a great chance for families to get to know LPHS and their opportunities that may be a fit for their student.
Here are a few notes about their event:
● Open House is a drop-in event -- no O advance registration is required!
● Prospective students and families Welcome Sessions beginning at noon.
● After attending a Principal Welcome and Overview Session, prospective students and families can choose their own adventure by attending academic, athletic, and extracurricular sessions to learn more about LP.
● Drop-in when it is convenient for your family
More info here.
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Ghouly Park Halloween Party
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Ghouly Park (Goudy Park)
That's happening Sunday Oct 27 from 3p to 5p. Officially permitted by Chicago Park District! With five entertainers - a dj/dance floor for the full two hours with interactive games as well, a magician's corner, a Halloween photobackdrop for both professional and DIY photo shoots and two circus performers mixing things up each for an hour (stilts, balloon-twisting). In-kind sponsors include Lodge Management Group (massive score of Halloween candy!). Wintrust has also provided 400 pumpkin candy totes with coloring books and crayons.
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Pumpkin Carving at Carnival Grocery
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Family friendly pumpkin carving at Carnival Grocery on October 26th from 11am-2pm.
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Neighbor Nights event at The Theatre School
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Welcome to Neighbor Nights-Play at DePaul's Theater School! Join us at The Theatre School at DePaul University on November 7th for an evening of entertainment and fun. Get ready to experience the magic of live theater right in your neighborhood. We will have a wine and cheese reception from 6pm-7pm, then watch DePaul's students perform Shakespeare's All's Well that Ends Well for free. This is an opportunity to mingle with other neighbors and get to know folks at DePaul.
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St. James Lutheran School Virtual Admissions
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Considering starting your child in school or looking for a new option? Enrollment for the 2025/26 school year is open!
Learn more about what St. James has to offer at an in-person experience. Visit us at our Open House on November 16th from 10 AM to 12 PM.
To reserve your spot for the Virtual Admissions Coffee, please contact ccook@stjames-lutheran.org.
For more details, visit their website here.
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Join LCA on October 26th from 3-5pm at Bauler Park. Known as "The Haunt of the Neighborhood”, Howler at Bauler is held each year during Halloween weekend in Bauler Park. From the neighborhood firehouse bringing its truck, to the neighborhood fitness center staffing games, to some of our elected representatives greeting the crowds, everyone puts their heart into making this a great neighborhood event. Howler at Bauler includes a bouncy house, costume parade, games, candy, a DJ to dance to and more to local neighborhood children and families.
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Spooktacular on The Plaza
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October 26th at 7pm: Zamzama Safi - Never Give Up: How I Fought the Taliban and Won
Join us on October 26th at St. James for an inspiring talk by Zamzama Safi, a powerful advocate for women's rights and education. Her remarkable journey from Afghanistan to the U.S. is filled with courage and resilience. Having faced unimaginable challenges, including her abduction by the Taliban at 15, Zamzama has dedicated her life to advocating for those in need. Now a motivational speaker, she shares her experiences and encourages others to confront adversity with strength and hope. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear her compelling story and be inspired. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Federal Individual Financial Assistance Through FEMA
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On September 20th, President Joe Biden declared a major disaster for Cook County (including the City of Chicago) due to the severe storms, tornados, and derecho damage from July 13-16, 2024. This declaration means that residents impacted by these storms will be eligible for Federal individual financial assistance through FEMA, as well as other programs offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Residents and business owners who sustained losses in the designated areas can immediately begin applying for assistance: (1) at www.disasterassistance.gov; (2) by calling 800-621-FEMA (3362); or (3) by using the FEMA App. (Anyone using a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, can give FEMA the number for that service).
For more information, the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s site here.
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Lincoln Park Spooktacular
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Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce’s Lincoln Park Spooktacular is back for a full weekend of trick or treating! Families are welcome to trick-or-treat into businesses on Lincoln Avenue from Webster to Diversey on Saturday, October 26th, from 1-4PM. Be sure to stop by Lincoln Commons ( 2335 N Lincoln) for a special Halloween celebration! The festivities will continue on Sunday, October 27th, on Clark Street from Armitage to Diversey and on Diversey from Lakeview to Orchard from 1-4PM.
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St. Teresa of Avila Blood Drive
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St. Teresa of Avilais hosting their Fall Blood Drive. Make an appointment or simply stop by the Parish Center (1950 N Kenmore) on Sunday, October 27th from 7:30AM-2:30PM to give the gift of blood and save lives. To make an appointment, please visit Versiti’s website here.
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You're invited to join us for a Spooktacular family friendly Halloween evening at the Lincoln Park Conservatory! On Thursday, October 24th at 6:00 PM, we will be hosting our Boo-tanical Bash - a family-friendly after-hours Halloween event that is sure to delight guests of all ages. Enjoy a unique after-hours visit to our global plant collection, hear haunted Chicago history stories from an expert storyteller, watch circus performers, learn about the Conservatory's creepy plants, work on our spider scavenger hunt, and listen as spooky music floats through the rooms to set the mood. Don't wait, purchase your tickets now to secure your spot at this enchanting event.
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On October 31st, join Belmont Village in a blood drive at 700 W Fullerton Ave from 9am-3pm. Click here for more information.
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City Key Event at Lincoln Park Library
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The Lincoln Park Library will be hosting the City Clerk's office for a City Key Event on November 12th. This is a government issued ID that can also be used as a library card and transit card. Perfect for the senior or migrant community.
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Chicago Park District 2025 Concession Opportunities
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The Chicago Park District has opened its Notice of Application for new concession opportunities for 2025, which presents substantial opportunity for small businesses.
Chicago Park District Concession Pre-Submittal Meeting Join Zoom Meeting.
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Fall Programs at Park West Co-op
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Check out the great activities for your toddler / preschooler at Park West Co-op this fall. Classes include a Saturday Tots class, kids fitness classes, music and drama classes and a new Little Book Club offering, all in the Lincoln Park neighborhood!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Parking Enforcement via 311
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The Department of Finance (DOF) announced that City residents now have the option of reporting the following parking enforcement violations on the 311 app or online:
- Bus Lane Parking
- Commercial Loading Zone
- Commercial Vehicle Parked on a Residential Street
- Disabled Parking
- Fire Hydrant Parking
- Residential Parking
- Rush Hour Zones
- School Safety Zones
- Vehicle Parked in Bike Lane
- Other (Semi-trucks parked on streets, etc.)
Where previously only bike lane violations could be reported on 311, the DOF has now expanded the ability to report parking violations, to drive more community-based enforcement.
Neighbors can report parking violations by calling 311, using the CHI311 app, or through the 311 website. The request type is “Finance Parking Code Enforcement Review.”
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Have questions about street work happening in your area? The Department of Transportation has a wonderful tool to look up street work in your area called the Chi Street Work Portal. Here you can input an address and see all surrounding permits for projects on that street.
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I want to keep spreading the good word of how powerful a tool CHI 311 is to address non-emergency services in our Ward. Via the CHI 311 website and mobile app, you can:
- Create new service requests and check the status of existing requests (such as on timing and completion).
- Snap a photo of an issue to submit it with a request to improve location accuracy.
- Get local and relevant information/tips regarding the 43rd Ward including visibility into what other requests are being made in your neighborhood. The free CHI 311 mobile app is available for both iOS and Android devices and may be downloaded in the Apple App Store or Google Play.
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