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New Meeting Location - Children's Museum Relocation Community Meeting: The community meeting for the Children's Museum Relocation has been moved to Logandale Middle School Gymnasium, 3212 W. George. Posted on 4/30/2008 . - Residents of the 35th Ward are invited to hear the Chicago Children's Museum's plans to relocate from Navy Pier to Grant Park's northern edge next to Millennium Park and a presentation by 42nd Ward Alderman Brendan Reilly on protecting the 1836 Forever Open, Clear and Free decree. If time permits, local residents may register for public testimony. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2008, from 7 pm until 8 pm. 
Peoples Gas Distribution System: Starting mid-April 2008 until the beginning of summer, Peoples Gas will begin work in the northern part of the Posted on 4/21/2008 . - 35th Ward. Click here to view the affected area.
Public Meeting - 2456 N. California: The community is invited to provide input on a zoning change requested for 2456 N. California. A zoning change is required in order to rehab the existing structure making the first floor retail space and Posted on 4/21/2008 . - de-convert the existing 4 residential units into two units. This project requires a zoning change from RS-3 to B3-2. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 7 p.m. at St. John Berchmans Church Hall, 2545 N. Maplewood.
Mayor Daley's 20th Annual 'Clean & Green': On Saturday, May 17, 2008, you and community groups throughout the 35th Ward can make an instant difference in our neighborhoods by volunteering to take part Posted on 4/16/2008 . - in Mayor Daley’s Spring Clean & Green Day. For the past 20 years Chicagoans have come together for Clean and Green activities to help beautify the community by cleaning-up and recycling accumulated litter & trash. Please join us for this great opportunity to work together with neighbors and give our area a good spring cleaning. The best way to get started is to contact your neighbors, your nearest block club, or community organization to form or join a Clean and Green crew and choose an area to work on. You may focus on your own block, alley or branch out into a nearby park or public space. For more details on how to register: • Call 3-1-1 or contact the 35th Ward Yard at (312) 744-0227. • The Supply Pickup and Drop off location on May 17, 2008 will be at 1827 N. Monticello. I encourage you to take part in this 20-year tradition with fellow Chicagoans and see the immediate impact you can make in our community. Feel free to also call my office for information at (773) 365-3535.
Morris B. Sachs RFP: Dear Neighbors, I would like to thank the two applicants who responded to the Request for Proposals for the redevelopment of the Morris B. Sachs Building. Posted on 4/2/2008 . - It is evident that both organizations put extensive work into producing two excellent proposals that addressed specific needs and interests in our community. The two applicant organizations with proposals that included affordable housing were: read more
Join Your Local School Council: Parents and community members interested in helping improve their local public school's education, safety and operation are encouraged to run for a seat on their local school council board. The last day Posted on 2/15/2008 . - to submit a nomination is March 12, 2008 at 3 p.m. Applications are available at the 35th Ward Office, 2710 N. Sawyer. Pls. call the LSC Election Hotline at 773.553.1400 for more information.
35th Ward Senior Citizen Sweetheart Dance: In appreciation of our senior residents, Alderman Rey Colón is partnering up with SecureHorizons to host the annual 35th Ward Senior Citizen Sweetheart Dance taking place on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14. Posted on 1/23/2008 . - Seniors will be treated to an afternoon of dancing, delicious food, fabulous raffle prizes and giveaways. Professionals from the health and senior services communities will be on hand to offer advice on issues ranging from health to home life. This is a free event for seniors ages 60 or better. The festivities will take place at Mozart Park, 2036 N. Avers from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Parking is available across the street.
Public Meeting 1818 N. California: The community is invited to discuss a zoning change requested by the owner of 1818 N. California to build a LEED certified 38-unit condominium with four to Posted on 1/18/2008 . - six CPAN affordable units and an accessible green roof. A C1-3 zoning classification is required for this project. Public input on this project is strongly encouraged. The meeting will take place on Jan. 22, 7 p.m. at Yates Elementary School, 1839 N. Richmond.
Thank You to the Gift Drive Donors: Many thanks to the generous donors who helped make our holiday gift drive a smashing success. More than 300 people in need will be touched by your generosity. Posted on 11/20/2007 . -
Live Webcast of City Council Meetings: Catch the latest city legislation online. View City Council in action on Tuesday, Nov. 13. City Council Live Webcast Posted on 10/30/2007 . -
Unity Park's Pumpkin Fest This Sunday: Unity Park presents Pumpkinfest 2007. There will be activities for the Posted on 10/24/2007 . - entire family, including Pumpkins giveaways(while supplies last), Pumpkin Decorating, Face Painting, Costume Parade, Music & More. The event takes place this Sunday, October 28th, from 11a.m.- 2 p.m. at Unity Park, 2636 N Kimball. This event is sponsored by the Unity Park Advisory Council, Chicago Park District, Alderman Rey Colón, & Senator Iris Martinez.
Public Meeting 1656 N. Richmond: The community is invited to discuss a zoning change requested by the owner of 1656 N. Richmond to enlarge the existing two-flat. An RS-3.5 zoning classification is required for this project. Posted on 10/17/2007 . - The meeting will take place at San Lucas United Church of Christ, 2914 W. North Ave., Lower Level (Entrance in the rear) on Wed., Oct. 24 at 7 p.m..
Public Meeting 3400 N. Avondale: The community is invited to provide input on the zoning change requested by the owner of 3400 N. Avondale. A zoning change of M3-1 is required to acquire a business license to establish a Posted on 10/9/2007 . - landscaping business. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 8:30 a.m. at Novak Construction, 3423 N. Drake Avenue.
Public Meeting Revolution Brewery, 2323 N. Milwaukee: The community is invited to provide input on the financial assistance requested by Revolution Brewery from the Fullerton-Milwaukee TIF district to establish its business at 2323 N. Milwaukee. Posted on 10/1/2007 . - This meeting replaces the Cash America public meeting, which is cancelled. The Revolution Brewery meeting will take place on Wednesday, 10/10/07 at Logan Square Library, 3030 W. Fullerton at 7 p.m. Please attend this meeting if you support or oppose this project. Please view our Community Events Calendar for upcoming community meetings.
Public Meeting 3647-49 W. Belmont: The community is invited to discuss a zoning change requested by the owner of 3647-49 W. Belmont to build a 50 foot tall, 6-unit building. Posted on 9/21/2007 . - A B2-2 or RM-5 zoning classification is required to build this structure. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 3 at 7 p.m. at Reilly Elementary School, 3650 W. School.
New Bikeway Installation on California Ave.: In the fall of 2007, CDOT plans to install a bikeway on California Ave. from Bloomingdale Ave. to Milwaukee Ave. The bikeway will connect to an existing bikeway on Milwaukee Ave. and proposed bikeways on California. The bikeway will provide safe access for bicyclists to Humboldt Park, the CTA Blue Line, and surrounding communities. Posted on 8/29/2007 . -
Mosquito Spraying on Aug. 27 & 28: The City’s one-two punch against the West Nile Virus will continue on Monday and Tuesday nights, with trucks spraying insecticide in a block-by-block effort to kill mosquitoes. Posted on 8/27/2007 ; entire article available here. - “Last week’s spraying went well,” stated Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) Commissioner Terry Mason, M.D., “but to land a decisive blow against mosquitoes, it is best to spray each area twice within a week. That is exactly what we are doing, and we expect good results.” Please click here to read more.
Sachs Building Request for Proposal Announcement: The City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development is seeking redevelopment proposals for the Morris B. Sachs Building (2800-12 N. Milwaukee Ave.) and an adjacent structure (3416 W. Diversey Ave.) in the Logan Square community. Sachs Building RFP Posted on 8/24/2007 ; entire article available here. - The goal of the RFP is to promote revitalization of the properties with uses that reflect community needs while retaining the historic character of one of the city's most prominent intersections. For more information, please contact Mike Weber at 312.744.4163. Please click here to read more.
Red Light Enforcement Camera at Elston & Addison: Beginning Sept. 1, construction will begin for the installation of a red light enforcement camera. This location was chosen based on traffic accident data. Posted on 8/16/2007 . - The red light enforcement program has been shown to reduce accidents and red light violations at intersections equipped with the cameras, making motorists and pedestrians measurably safer.
Precinct 10 Neighborhood Clean Up Day: There will be a neighborhood clean up day in Precinct 10 on Aug. 18, from 8:30 a.m. until noon. Help beautify your neighborhood by pitching in. Posted on 8/13/2007 . - Precinct 10 is bordered by Fullerton to the North, Palmer to the South, Sacramento to the West and California to the East. Limited cleaning supplies and blue bags will be available. Please call your precinct coordinator, Eric Reyes, at 773.295.2055.
7th Annual Bicycle Film Festival: The 35th Ward welcomes the 7th Annual Bicycle Film Festival to Logan Square. This three-day event is a celebration of bicycles through film, art and music. Posted on 7/31/2007 ; entire article available here. - Held Aug. 15-18, the festival will feature musical performance, a scavenger hunt, and film presentations at the Stan Mansion (2408 N. Kedzie). Please visit their website for more information. Please click here to read more.
Customer Rate Relief Plan Available to ComEd Residential Electric Consumers: ComEd is implementing a new $64 million rate relief program for ComEd customers most impacted by the company’s January rate increase following a nearly decade-long rate freeze. The program will provide immediate benefits to those customers and eliminate the need for rate freeze legislation. Posted on 7/10/2007 ; entire article available here. - Please click here to read more.
Milwaukee Ave. Street Reconstruction and Resurfacing: Milwaukee Ave. between Armitage and Kedzie is scheduled to undergo an IDOT resurfacing project until Aug. 31. One lane of traffic in each direction on Milwaukee will be maintained through the work zone during working hours. This will be a moving closure as work progresses. Posted on 7/9/2007 . - A curb lane will be closed at various locations to do punch list work, patch work, and to install the ADA ramps in the sidewalks.
Movie & Concert Series at Athletic Field: Athletic Field Advisory Council invites you to their Movie and Concert Series, which features family friendly movies and musical performances once a month at dusk. Posted on 6/14/2007 . - Grab a blanket or a lawn chair and join your neighbors for an evening under the stars. Athletic Field Park is located at 3546 W. Addison. Please call 773-478-2889 for more information. Movie and Concert Info
CEDA Power Up Program: The Power Up Program is designed to assist needy families with an income level between 150% and 200% of poverty targeting households that are disconnected or are imminent disconnect. Posted on 6/11/2007 . - This program provides a one-time grant up to $400 per program year. LIHEAP eligible clients (under 150% poverty level) are not eligible for Power Up. Funds are limited and applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. For further information on whre to apply call: The CEDA Energy Hotline, 800.571.CEDA (2332).
Residential Recycling Drop-off Center Locations: Residents now have an additional recycling option. 'For those not in the test areas who prefer the separate collection of recyclables, we will be opening Posted on 6/8/2007 . - fifteen drop-off locations for residents to bring their materials in for recycling,' announced Commissioner Picardi. 'These recycling drop-off centers will be spread throughout the City to make it convenient for all residents.' The Drop-Off Centers will be open during daylight hours seven days a week and the material delivered there will be handled the same as those in the Blue Cart program. Yard waste, however, will not be accepted at these locations. Recycling Center Locations
35th Ward Chicago Public Schools Attendance and Math & Reading Scores: Click here to view Reading and Math scores. Or, here to view Attendance report. Posted on 6/5/2007 . -
Morris B. Sachs Update: On Tues., May 8, the Sachs Building, which houses the Payless Shoes store at 2802 N. Milwaukee, will be one step closer to finding a new owner. Posted on 5/3/2007 . - The Dept. of Planning will be requesting permission to advertise a request for proposals to identify potential owners that will redevelop the property. This project is part of the Fullerton/Milwaukee Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Area and is eligible for TIF funding. The Morris B. Sachs Building is a contributing building in the Milwaukee-Diversey-Kimball Chicago Landmark District. Meeting Information: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION 121 North LaSalle Street Council Chambers, Second Floor City Hall Regular Meeting, 1:00 p.m. May 8, 2007
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