On May 9th, there will be a community meeting to discuss near-term improvements for people walking, biking, riding transit, and driving at the intersection of Milwaukee Avenue, North Avenue, and Damen Avenue. Details are listed below.
The live panels included members from all parts of the community discussing arts, health, immigration, jobs, public safety, gentrification and housing issues.
"My Neighborhood-Pilsen" is worth watching no matter which Chicago community we live in.
Have a nice weekend,
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Community Meeting to Discuss Near-term Transportation Improvements at the Intersection of Milwaukee Ave, North Ave and Damen Ave, and along the Milwaukee Ave corridor through Wicker Park/ Bucktown
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The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), in conjunction with Alderman Moreno (1st Ward), Alderman Hopkins (2nd Ward), Alderman Waguespack (32nd Ward), and the Wicker Park Bucktown Special Service Area #33, is hosting a community meeting to discuss near-term improvements for people walking, biking, riding transit, and driving at the intersection of Milwaukee Avenue, North Avenue, and Damen Avenue.
Improvements to the intersection will be considered along with other low-cost improvements on Milwaukee Ave between Armitage Avenue and Division Street.
Please attend to learn about citywide pedestrian, bicycle, and traffic safety initiatives, hear about proposed improvements for the area included in the recently released Wicker Park Bucktown Master Plan, and to provide input on uses and challenges for people walking, biking, riding transit, or driving at this intersection.
Date:Tuesday, May 9th, 2017
Time: 5:30 - 7:30PM
- Open House from 5:30 - 6:00PM
- Presentation and Q&A from 6:00 - 7:00PM
- Open House from 7:00 - 7:30PM
Location:A.N. Pritzker School Auditorium, 2009 W Schiller St
For additional information, please call the Department of Transportation at (312) 744-3600, or email [email protected].
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Talman/Altgeld Water Main Project #1701018
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Project:
The Department of Water Management will soon be installing 1,485 feet of 8-inch water main
in N. Talman Ave from W. Fullerton Ave to W. Logan Blvd, and in W. Altgeld St. from N. Talman Ave to N. Washtenaw Ave.
Reason:
The old main consists of 6-inch pipe, and they want to expand capacity. Further, the old pipe dates back to 1880 and needs to be replaced.
Timing:
They will begin installing the new water main in early May, and expect the work to be completed in late June. Restoration will follow. Dates may change depending on weather and other factors. If there is any appreciable change, they will notify you.
Traffic:
They will allow traffic to flow outside of their working hours. When they are working in the street, they have to close it to traffic for reasons of safety. You will always be able to reach your home or business, even if it means putting a metal plate in place. Outside of working hours, a lane will be left open for local traffic only.
Parking:
They will post their work area for "No Parking" as needed, during work hours (7am-4pm). They are agreeable to parking outside of those hours, but will have to insist that cars be moved by the start of the next workday. They will try to preserve as much parking as they can.
Alerts:
If you would like to receive regular email updates about the progress of the project, please go to BuildingANewChicago.org to register for the WaterALERT program. Simply enter your name, email address, and the project identification number at the top of this section. By signing up for the WaterALERT emails, you will be notified as the project enters each new construction phase - from mobilization of equipment onto the site, to the installation of new pipes, to the final restoration of the street.
PROJECT CONTACT NUMBERS
24-HOUR SERVICE AND INFORMATION LINE
3-1-1
RAY HOLPUCH, PROJECT RESIDENT ENGINEER
312-907-5140
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Francisco Water Main Project #1701056
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Project: The Department of Water Management will soon be installing 1,160 feet of 8-inch water main in N. Francisco Ave, from Fullerton Ave to Logan Blvd.
Reason: The old main consists of 6-inch pipe, and they want to expand capacity. Further, the old pipe dates back to 1889 and needs to be replaced.
Timing: They will begin installing the new water main in May, and expect the work to be completed in late June. Restoration will follow. Dates may change depending on weather and other factors. If there is any appreciable change, they will notify you.
Traffic: They will allow traffic to flow outside of their working hours. When they are working in the street, they have to close it to traffic for reasons of safety. You will always be able to reach your home or business, even if it means putting a metal plate in place. Outside of working hours, a lane will be left open for local traffic only.
Parking: They will post their work area for "No Parking" as needed, during work hours (7am-4pm). They are agreeable to parking outside of those hours, but will have to insist that cars be moved by the start of the next workday. They will try to preserve as much parking as they can.
Alerts: If you would like to receive regular email updates about the progress of the project, please go to BuildingANewChicago.org to register for the WaterALERT program. Simply enter your name, email address, and the project identification number at the top of this section. By signing up for the WaterALERT emails, you will be notified as the project enters each new construction phase - from mobilization of equipment onto the site, to the installation of new pipes, to the final restoration of the street.
CONTACT NUMBERS
24-HOUR SERVICE AND INFORMATION LINE
3-1-1
RAY HOLPUCH, PROJECT RESIDENT ENGINEER
312-907-5140
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| 14th District Community Alert: Residential Burglaries |
Bureau of Detectives - Area North
Community Alert
About the Crime:
This alert gives notice to the residents of the 14th District (Shakespeare) of multiple
residential burglaries that have occurred since January. In all of these burglaries, the o
ffender forced entry to the residence during the daytime, when the resident was
away. The offender stole mainly electronic items and some jewelry.
Incident times and locations:
* 3500 block of W. Fullerton Ave (3 times in January and March)
* 2000 block of N. Drake Ave in January
* 2700 block of N. Central Park in February
* 3100 block of N. Christiana Ave in March
* 2700 block of N. Kedzie in April
About the Offender:
Unknown
What you can do:
* Always be aware of your surroundings.
* Pay special attention to suspicious people loitering in the area and report them to
the police.
* If confronted by an offender, remain calm and comply.
* Remember any unique descriptive characteristics of offenders (scars, limp, acne,
teeth etc.)
* Call 911 immediately and provide a detailed description of the offender(s)
including any vehicle description and license plate information and direction of
flight.
If you have any information Contact the Bureau of Detectives -
Area North
(312) 744-8263
JA-127282, JA-130407, JA-154994, JA-165639, JA-194002, JA-197861, JA-
220145
P17-N-100(CA)
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| 19th District Community Alert |
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| Office of Inspector General - Audit on City Infrastructure and Road Menu Funds |
 The Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducted an audit of the Chicago Department of Transportation's (CDOT)
Aldermanic Menu Program (Menu), a sub-program of the Neighborhood Infrastructure Capital Improvement Program (CIP), which is the City's primary means of residential infrastructure management. The objectives of this audit were to determine whether the City adequately addresses residential infrastructure needs for all wards through effective planning and funding and whether CDOT effectively manages
Menu projects through a uniform process. In light of these findings, OIG recommends that CDOT assume direct responsibility for residential infrastructure planning by implementing a comprehensive, long-term strategic capital plan aligned with industry best practices. Centralizing planning in CDOT would allow the City to coordinate citywide allocation of resources to address residential infrastructure needs.
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| Senior Life Enrichment Guide - Spring Issue Now Available! |
The guide highlights programs and activities offered by the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services for Chicagoans ages "60 Years and Better" during the spring.
Inside, seniors will find information about health and wellness, educational and recreational events, trips, classes, and lectures, along with schedules and registration details. Most of these are free or at a nominal cost.
Each year in May, seniors are invited to one of the DFSS regional and satellite senior centers as they celebrate Older Americans Month to mark the 52nd anniversary of the federal Older Americans Act, which continues to positively impact the lives of millions of older citizens. This year's theme, "Age Out Loud," emphasizes the ways older adults are living their lives with boldness, confidence, and passion while serving as an inspiration to people of all ages.
The contents of the Spring 2017 guide are also posted online at www.cityofchicago.org/fss. Further information about DFSS services and programs is available by calling the Aging and Disability Resource Network (ADRN) at (312) 744-4016.
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| St. John Berchmans Boulevard Bolt |
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| Fundraiser for Common Pantry |
Common Pantry is hosting a fundraiser at Lagunitas Brewery. It's called Ocho de Mayo and the event kicks off their year-long celebration of Common Pantry's 50 years of serving the hunger & humanity needs of the Northcenter and surrounding community.
Please join them on Monday, May 8 at The Basement Lounge of Lagunitas Brewing Co. Cost is $35 in advance and includes food and soft drinks. Beer is available for $6 per glass and Lagunitas is donating back all net proceeds from beer sales. Online ticket sales end on May 2 and at-the-door price will be $45 per person. Minimum age to attend is 21+.
Local restaurants are providing the food, which includes burritos, guacamole, chips & salsa, pizza, pulled pork, hummus, salad, and fruit. There will be a "Split the Pot" (raffle) with extra gift card prizes.
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Volunteer for the 2017 Bucktown Garden Walk! Add your garden to the growing list of gardens to enjoy.
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Volunteer for the 2017 Bucktown Garden Walk! Join us on Monday May 8th to sign up. We are looking for people to sign up for shifts on July 15th & 16th and for neighbors willing to to help recruit gardens and promote our event. Lots of easy, short commitments to help support our community's largest event of the year are available.
It is a 100% volunteer run event and we need our community's support to make it happen. All proceeds from the event are directly reinvested back into the Bucktown community schools and green spaces. So please invite your neighbors to join us and see you there!
Please email us [email protected] with questions or to get involved.
Space generously donated by Bucktown Garden Walk Sponsor, Chop Shop.
Meeting details:
Monday, May 8th 2017
7 PM - 8 PM
at Chop Shop
2033 W. North Avenue
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @bucktowngarden
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| Register for the Second Annual Bucktown Yard Sale |
Please join us for the second annual Bucktown Yard Sale at Holstien Park, on Saturday May 20, 2017, from 9:00 to 3:00pm. The yard sale is just north of the playground at Holstein Park. It will be an opportunity for you to tidy up and make some money. You can sell clothes, kitchen gear, books, craft supplies, linens, and even furniture. Make extra space in your house and replace it with some money. If you're moving to the community and need a few thing to make your house a home, stop by and you will probably find what you need.
Either way, come to say hi and get to know your community and Holstein Park. Holstein Park has a field house with a stained glass dome in the auditorium, baseball diamond, outdoor Olympic size pool, a new playground, and a lovely sit down section. And this year, our field house will be getting a renovation. They
will have limited space at the Yard Sale, so register now.
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| Green Music Fest Volunteer Opportunities |
Want to help the environment while having fun? You can be a key part of the 9th annual Green Music Fest in two ways!
COMMUNITY ENGREENMENT TENTS
Does your group have an engaging way to inform residents & businesses on how to conserve resources, improve efficiency, and reduce their environmental impact? Green Music Fest is all about its 30,000- attendees learning the important social causes for sustainability while inspiring positive change.
- Group Name
- Explanation of Engagement Activity
- Primary Contact
- Phone Number & Email
- Preferred time
 BIKE POWERED STAGE
Jump on a bike and become part of the power lineup at Green Music Fest. This is a great way to gain exposure for your group or company while team building in an active and eco-conscious way. Register your group of 10 volunteers for a 30-minute power session and be officially listed as a festival partner in the POWER LINE UP! Sign up for a time slot on Saturday, June 10th and/or Sunday, June 11th for 30-minute power session between 12:00 pm (noon) until 10:00 pm.
- Group Name
- Size of Group
- Time Preference
- Primary Contact
- Phone Number and/or Email
Can't get a group together? Jump in on the open ride times!
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| Roscoe Village Wine Stroll |
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St. John Berchmann Summer Camp & Open House
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St. John Berchmans School will be hosting a fun summer camp for children as young as 3 years old through 6th grade. The camp is open to all children, not solely students enrolled at SJB. There are half-day, full-day, and extended care options. Camp will run from June 14th - August 11th. If interested, please learn more and register at
SJB Summer Camp
Open House on May 1st
This picture was taken from last month's PK-8th grade retreat day at
St. John Berchmans School, where the theme was "Love not hate...all
are welcome!"
Come witness for yourself how SJB strives everyday to live this motto at our last Open House of this school year on Monday, May 1st at 8:30am.
Please RSVP for the SJB Open House.
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| Save the Date: Vendor Fair 2017 |
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| YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD STREET SWEEPING DATES |
| 32nd Ward Office |
Chicago, IL 60614
Monday - Friday
9 am to 6 pm
Ph: 773-248 1330
ward32@cityofchicago.
org
Please email or call us with any requests.
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Month of May
Community
POLICE Meetings
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Featured Library Events at Bucktown-Wicker Park Branch
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