Cannabis Survey Results
Community Meeting: Covent Hotel
Free Flu Shots
Ward Night: October 7
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Dear Neighbors,
More than a 1100 people answered our community survey on recreational cannabis sales. 44% of respondents supported recreational cannabis dispensaries in our ward under current state law. Another 27% supported dispensaries with additional restrictions on hours of operation, and 32% want dispensaries placed away from other buffers like parks. 25% strongly oppose and 11% somewhat oppose cannabis sales.
50% favor advertising and signage restrictions, and 36% support restrictions on the design of stores.
Sentiment for the location of retailers is very split, with 39% of respondents stating dispensaries could be located anywhere. Lincoln Avenue, the Armitage-Halsted shopping district, Halsted Street north of Fullerton, Clark Street and Division Street all received some support, with no one area receiving more than 22% support.
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Question: According to Illinois State regulations, Recreational Marijuana Dispensaries in Illinois A) Can operate between 6 AM and 10 PM B) Must maintain extensive security and video surveillance equipment C) Must be located further than 1500 feet from another dispensary and at least 500 feet from a school D) Must verify the age of the purchaser.
Do you think these limitations are sufficient, or do you think there should be restrictions on the hours of operation, or on the locations of dispensaries?
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Next Steps
The sentiments expressed in the survey will guide our office's actions as we consider any application for cannabis retailers in our ward.
As discussed
in our last newsletter
, a "special use" will likely be required. Based on the survey, our view will be that if a responsible applicant seeks such a special use, our support would be conditioned on a plan of operation that restricts hours of operation, limits advertising and signage, and requires store design to be discreet. Moreover, our community may seek further limitations on the location of dispensaries which will be determined through our community process. We must also consider the views of minority of residents opposed to cannabis sales.
The proposed zoning law concerning cannabis will be coming for a hearing before the Zoning Committee Monday. October 15 at 2:00 p.m. at City Hall. Thank you for participating in our survey.
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Community Meeting:
Covent Hotel 2653 N. Clark
TONIGHT
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Alcott Elementary - Auditorium
2625 N. Orchard St.
Please join my office and the Park West Community Association (PWCA) at a community meeting to discuss the proposed redevelopment of the Covent Hotel, located at 2653 North Clark Street.
The proposal calls for the renovation of the historic single room occupany (SRO) hotel into affordable, handicap-accessible apartments with private bathrooms and kitchens, new community
spaces, and amenities for current and future residents. The redevelopment will reduce the number of units from 60 to 30 in the existing structure and provde 4,900 square feet of renovated ground level retail. The plan also calls for the construction of a new seven-story building on the rear parking lot with market-rate units and 52 parking spaces, plus changes to Lehman Court to improve the streetscape.
The development team and its representatives will be present at this meeting to provide an overview of the project, as well as to answer questions. My office will be present to monitor the discuss, take notes and record your feedback. Here is the
meeting notice.
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Free Flu Shots at the 43rd Ward Office
Monday, October 7
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
43rd Ward Office
2523 N. Halsted Ave.
The Department of Public Health will be on-site at our ward office to administer flu shots free of charge.
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging everyone six months and older to get a flu shot as soon as possible. Due to concerns about how well the nasal spray vaccine has worked during the previous flu season, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is temporarily recommending that people get a flu shot and not use the nasal spray vaccine. If you have any questions regarding the event, please contact McKay Murphy at my office,
McKay@ward43.org .
As flu season approaches, IDPH recommends following the 3 C’s: clean, cover, and contain:
Clean – frequently wash your hands with soap and warm water.
Cover – cover your cough and sneeze.
Contain – contain your germs by staying home.
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Ward Night: October 7
Monday, October 7
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Due to a scheduling conflict, Ward Night will be
Monday, October 7 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. We hope that this time change benefits those who prefer earlier hours. Please use
Calendly to sign-up in advance; however, walk-ins are always welcome. I'm looking forward to seeing you.
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3rd Annual Luncheon and Conference
Friends of the Park
Friday, October 4 &
Saturday, October 5
DePaul University (Loop Campus)
1 E. Jackson
Luncheon 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Conference
11:30 a.m. - 7: 00 p.m. Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday
Supporters of the
North Branch Park Preserve
are being honored as the Volunteers of the Year at the Friends of the Park's annual luncheon. Plus there is a special session this Friday afternoon to talk about large TIFs, focusing on the park proposal. Come to the luncheon or the conference or both! But support this important ally for parks throughout Chicago. You can register for the luncheon alone or the conference
here
.
Friends of the Parks is an important advocate of all of our parks. Please support them.
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Marillac St. Vincent Family Services Presents:
Lincoln Park Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 5
10:00 a.m. - 2: 00 p.m.
St. Vincent de Paul Center
2145 N. Halsted St.
Bring the whole family to St. Vincent de Paul Center, on the corner of Halsted and Webster, to play on the playground, check out the facility, get your face painted, and pick up a free pumpkin! Admission is free and refreshments will be provided.
RSVP
today!
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4th Annual Vigil Against Violence
Sunday, October 6
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Lincoln Presbyterian Church
600 W. Fullerton Ave.
We will remember youth killed by gun violence, invite all who attend to deeper awareness of the root causes of violence, to commit to taking action, and to experience what it’s like when our City, in all of its beautiful diversity, comes together to create healing.
This event is free and open to the public but registration is required due to space constraints.Go to
lppchurch.org
and click on registration link.
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WNA Fire Safety Meeting
Monday, October 7
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Halsted Street Fire Station
2714 N. Halsted Ave.
Join
Chicago Engine 55 & Truck 44
for fire safety prevention tips, meet your local fireman, and see a fire truck up close! This event is FREE for all WNA members and children. Also, pizza and ice cream will be served!
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18th and 19th District Community Conversations
19th District
Tuesday, October 8
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Chicago Public Library
929 W. Buena Parkway
18th District
Thursday, October 10
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Park Community Church
1001 N. Crosby
Community Conversations are designed to engage in active discussion with community members about improving police/community relations.
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Lincoln Park High Homecoming Parade and Lions 13-7 Win
Our Lincoln Park High School marching band, ROTC recruits, sports teams and cheerleaders marched through the neighborhood last week during Lincoln Park High's homecoming festivities! The day culminated in an overtime win (13 - 7) at the homecoming game against the Lane Tech Indians! So proud of our Lincoln Park Lions! Click the
video
to see the incredible game-winning touchdown!
Go Lions!!
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