September is National Preparedness Month – OEMC and City of Chicago Partners Launch the Safe Chicago Program 

September – National Preparedness Month (NPM)

September 25:  National See Something, Say Something Day 

The Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) in conjunction with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is encouraging residents to participate in National Preparedness Month throughout the month of September. National Preparedness Month (NPM) is observed each year to promote family and community disaster planning year-round. As we prepare to protect everyone we love in advance of possible disasters, OEMC is introducing the Safe Chicago public safety program, installing life-saving kits in City of Chicago properties to be there when needed for active shooter incidents, workplace accidents and other emergency situations requiring immediate medical attention before first responders arrive.

“OEMC takes steps every day to plan and keep Chicago residents and visitors safe. During National Preparedness Month we are introducing Safe Chicago to provide Bleeding Control Kits to be utilized in an emergency to help save lives throughout the City,” said Rich Guidice, Executive Director (OEMC). “We also want to encourage everyone to recognize that disasters and emergencies can happen at any time and being prepared can be the difference between life and death.”

Safe Chicago
Safe Chicago is a new public safety program launched by OEMC in partnership with the Chicago Fire Department, Chicago Police Department and Assets and Information Services (AIS). This new program will provide Bleeding Control Kits at occupied, City-owned or leased facilities. OEMC and AIS have already begun installing 426 wall mounted Bleeding Control Kits in 269 City of Chicago buildings, which includes: City Hall, Chicago Public Library locations, Chicago Cultural Center, DFSS Senior Centers, CDPH Medical Clinics and other locations. Each kit can treat up to 8 victims and is equipped with a tourniquet, gauze, shears, gloves and an instruction manual to be used in an emergency before first responders arrive.  Life threatening bleeding emergencies can be the result of falls, penetrating injuries, gunshot wounds and more. Knowing how to control bleeding from a serious injury will keep you and those around you safe.

Prepare to Protect 
The 2021 National Preparedness Month theme is “Prepare to Protect: Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love.” Each week OEMC will offer an activity all residents can perform on their own or with family and friends. This also includes the National See Something, Say Something Day on September 25.  Emergency preparedness information, tips and helpful links are available on OEMC’s website at Chicago.gov/OEMC

  • September 1-4Make A Plan: Know how to prepare for disasters that include how you will communicate with family and friends during disasters, reviewing insurance papers, and much more. Include learning to stop the bleed, CPR and other life-saving techniques in your plan in advance of a crisis.
  • September 5-11: Build A Kit: You’ll need items to survive during a disaster that includes supplies you may need at home as well as a go kit of items you may need if you must evacuate quickly to a safer location.
  • September 12-18Prepare for Disasters: Find out the best way to limit the impacts a disaster may have, like having the right insurance coverage or what can you do to your home to make it stronger and more resilient.
  • September 19-25: Teach Youth About Preparedness: Take the time now and talk with your children to reassure them, especially in this pandemic time. Teach them lessons on preparedness. Make family preparedness a fun annual event.
  • September 1-30: Sign-up for Smart911. Create a profile for you and your family which will give 9-1-1 information to help in an emergency – www.Smart911.com
  • September 25: National See Something, Say Something Day

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Crisis Intervention – De-Escalation Technique Training – Sept 7

Register Today:  CLICK HERE

NAMI Chicago’s Crisis Intervention & De-escalation Techniques webinar will teach participants how to recognize when someone is in crisis and how to use verbal de-escalation techniques. CIT and other emergency resources will be discussed, including how to utilize their Helpline in crisis situations.

To print a copy of this flyer, CLICK HERE.

Community Alert – Armed Robberies -18th District – Near North – August 30, 2021

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Instituto Cervantes – Register for Fall Spanish Classes!

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Community Alert – Business Alert – Robbery/Retail Thefts – August 22, 2021

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Neighborhood Notice: State Street Tower Crane Removal

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Beginning on Monday, August 30, Power Construction will begin the removal process of the tower crane that was used throughout the construction project at One Chicago.

During that time, State Street will be closed between Superior Street and Chicago Avenue. Adverse weather conditions could extend this time frame.

Power Construction has committed to no truck staging on Superior Street during this time and will have personnel there for enforcement.

Please feel free to reach to the 2nd Ward office for any additional updates by emailing Ward02@cityofchicago.org or by calling (312) 643-2299.

Volunteer to Pitch in for Ward Park! Register Now for August 28th Clean-Up

This summer, the Chicago Parks Foundation, in partnership with the Chicago Park District and local communities, is once again leading a citywide volunteer initiative to help keep our parks clean.

If we provide the volunteers, the Chicago Parks Foundation will provide clean-up supplies and safety guidelines to help support our park’s ongoing maintenance.

Join the RNRA in Ward Park on Saturday, August 28th, from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. and help us “Pitch in for the Parks.”

Protective gloves, trash bags and tools will be provided. The Chicago Park District encourages everyone to follow the recommendations of public health officials from the Chicago Department of Public Health, the Illinois Department of Public Health, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and continue to wear a face covering in crowded outdoor settings or in instances where social distancing cannot be maintained.

Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a supervising adult.
Registration is required.

Can we count on you to “Pitch in for Ward Park?”

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Council Resolution Calling for Drag Racing & Motorcycle Noise Hearings

Source:  Alderman Reilly Reports 8/6/2021

Alderman Reilly is extremely frustrated with the large groups of motorcycles and drag racers who continue to disrupt quality-of-life for 42nd Ward residents, and the lack of enforcement of Municipal Code and State of Illinois Vehicle Code Statutes.

The Alderman is pleased to announce he has co-sponsored a City Council Resolution (R2021-787) calling for the Committee on Public Safety to hold public hearings with the Chicago Police Department, Deputy Mayor of Public Safety, and Chicago Department of Transportation to discuss dangerous drag racing and drifting and motorcycle noise.

The City Council Resolution was introduced at the Council meeting held on Wednesday, July 21. Please click here to be directed to the Council Resolution.

Since the Alderman took office, he has been committed to combatting motorcycle noise and dangerous drag racing and drifting, and has taken a number of steps to amend Chicago Municipal Code as well as local infrastructure to deter drag racing.

In 2014, Alderman Reilly secured City Council approval for his Altered Motorcycle Muffler Ordinance, which amended Municipal Code to allow the Chicago Police Department to issue citations for altered mufflers without cooperation and coordination with the Illinois State Police. In addition to improving the CPD’s ability to enforce Municipal Code, the amendment increased the fines for operating a motorcycle without a muffler from $100 to $1,000 per incident.

On July 24, 2019, Alderman Reilly secured City Council approval for his Drag Racing and Drifting Ordinance (O219-3944), which increases the fine for drag racing and drifting to no less than $5,000 and no more than $10,000 for each offense. The ordinance also establishes a $500 fine for operating a motor vehicle with an altered muffler within the City of Chicago.

In April 2021, the Alderman and several colleagues secured City Council approval for a new ordinance (O2021-363) which adds several issues to the list of Code violations punishable by impoundment of a vehicle. This new ordinance allows the Chicago Police Department to impound vehicles for the following offenses:

• Drifting on any street, highway, or other public way in the City (9-12-100)
• Operation of a non-highway vehicle upon any street, highway, roadway, or any public property in the City (9-12-110)
• Operating a motor vehicle equipped with prohibited plate covers or other coverings that obstruct the visibility of the plate. (9-76-160)

Throughout his tenure as 42nd Ward Alderman, Alderman Reilly has used the Aldermanic Menu to fund the installation of speed humps, curb extension, jersey barriers, and Police Department cameras to prevent dangerous drag racing and drifting. Additionally, the Alderman established a “No Cruising Zone” and late-night “No Parking/No Standing/No Stopping Tow Zone” along Lower Lower Wacker Drive, between Stetson and Field Boulevard.

If you witness dangerous driving or vehicles violating the noise ordinance, please call 9-1-1 in real-time.

Stay tuned to Reilly Reports for updates regarding the Council Resolution calling for public hearings with the Chicago Police Department, Deputy Mayor of Public Safety, and Chicago Department of Transportation to discuss dangerous drag racing and drifting and motorcycle noise.

NNUP Coffee with the Commander – August 18th – 10:00 a.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CAPS (Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy) September Beat Meetings

We encourage all residents to participate in the CAPS Beat Meetings.

To find your District & Beat, click HERE.

What is CAPS?  CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police.

CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and safety issues directly with the beat officers who patrol their neighborhood, as well as to provide ongoing feedback, which help the police to monitor crime issues. The beat meeting is a chance to meet your neighbors and come up with strategies that affect the community.

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September Beat Meetings will be held via ZOOM.   Click on he links below to access the Zoom information.    All meetings are also posted on the RNRA Calendar of Events.

Beat 1821:  September 23 (Thur) – 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Beat 1822:  September 21 (Tue) – 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Beat 1823:  September 21 (Tue)  – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Beat 1824:  September 23 (Thur) – 6:00 p.m. to 7: p.m.

Beat 1831: September 28 (Tue) –  5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m

Beat 1832: September 28 (Tue) – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m

Beat 1833: September 30 (Thur) – 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m

Beat 1834: September 30  (Thur) – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  

CLICK HERE to view the full 2021 shedule of District 018 CAPS Beat Meetings.

Other Resources for District 18

• Check https://twitter.com/ChicagoCAPS18

• Call 18th District CAPS Office at: (312) 742-5778

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For our RNRA Members who reside in District 12: The Zoom Link for the Beat 1214 meeting has not yet been posted by CPD.  Please follow their Twitter account.  It sometimes is not posted until a day or two before the meeting: 

Beat 1214:  September 15 (Wed):  6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Other Resources for District 12