 
The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has launched a month-long, city-wide survey to seek input from Chicagoans about what they appreciate about their streets and sidewalks and what improvements they would like to see. The survey is designed to help CDOT create guidelines for future improvements in the public right of way. CDOT is conducting the survey to gather input for the creation of Placemaking Guidelines for the public right of way. Placemaking is the term used by urban planners for the process of enhancing public spaces by capitalizing on a community’s assets and potential to improve the quality of life and create vibrant neighborhoods.
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Chicago Department of Transportation wants to hear from you!
Become an Election Judge for the 42nd Ward
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Alderman Reilly is looking for qualified applicants to serve as Election Judges for the February 24 Municipal Election.
Election Judges are assigned to polling places, and they are responsible for making sure that the polling place opens and closes on time, and that the election is run smoothly. This is a great way to get involved and provide civic service.
Election judges earn up to $170 for their service, provided they complete a very brief training session prior to Election Day. For more information on training and qualifications, please visit:
www.chicagoelections.com/en/serving-as-a-judge-of-election.html
If you are interested in becoming an Election Judge in the 42nd Ward, email office@reillyforchicago.com or call Matt Cain at 312-274-0042.
Early Voting Ends Saturday, Feb. 22nd
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Don’t Forget to Vote Early in the City Election!
Avoid Long Lines and Cold Weather on Tuesday!
Alderman Reilly strongly encourages you to “Vote Early” before this Saturday, to avoid long lines and cold temperatures on Election Day next Tuesday!
Early Voting locations are open daily from 9:00am – 5:00pm through Saturday, February 21, 2015. Any registered Chicago voter may vote at any Early Voting site in Chicago, regardless of where they live. You don’t need a reason to vote early, you only need a government-issued photo ID.
Downtown Early Voting Sites:
Chicago Board of Elections
69 W. Washington Street, Lower Level Conference Room
Museum of Broadcast Communications
360 N. State Street
Access Living
115 W. Chicago Avenue
Click here to view a list of all Early Voting locations in Chicago.
Gilda’s Club 6th Annual Teen Essay Contest
Gilda’s Club Chicago Presents the 6th Annual
“It’s Always Something” Teen Essay Contest!
Open to high school students (grades 9-12) willing to share their experiences with cancer. We are looking for honest, detailed, personal essays by young writers who have a connection to cancer. Judges will be looking for an interesting and engaging narrative told in your own words. The essay should describe your experience and an overall message about how that journey has impacted your life in 500 – 2,000 words. Essays may be written in English or Spanish. All entries are due by March 2nd, 2015.
Essays will be judged in two categories:
- Personal Cancer Experience for those who received a diagnosis themselves
- Family Cancer Experience for those who have a family member or friend living with cancer or who have lost someone to cancer
Cash awards are available to winners in each category.
1st Place will receive $3,000
2nd Place will receive $1,500
3rd Place will receive $500
Each entry must be submitted by March 2nd, 2015 and include an official entry form.
Download the rules and the offical entry form HERE.
Submit essays HERE electronically.
Or mail them to:
“It’s Always Something”
Teen Essay Contest
Gilda’s Club Chicago
Attn: Elizabeth Healy
537 N. Wells Street
Chicago, IL 60654
For questions, please email Elizabeth Healy at ElizabethHealy@gildasclubchicago.org or call 312-464-9900
– See more at: http://www.gildasclubchicago.org/calendar/events/gildasclub/13895/it-s-always-something-teen-essay-contest/#sthash.Qvlge1PW.dpuf
1 City, 1 Food Drive
Partner with the Chicago 18th District Police Department in being a part of the “1 City, 1 Food Drive” for the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Items may be dropped in the barrel located in the 18th District main lobby, all hours, until December 14th
Most Needed Items:
Grain: Rice, Pasta, Cereal
Protein: Bean, Peanut Butter, Canned Tuna
Dairy: Shelf-stable Milk
Fruits and Vegetables: Canned vegetable, Canned fruit
Shelf Stable Grocery items: stew, jelly, macaroni and cheese, chili, soup, pasta sauce
The Anti-Cruelty 2014 Holiday Fund Drive
2014 Holiday Fund Drive
Thanks to friends like you, this holiday is much happier for animals like Maggie. This sweet girl was found in a neighborhood, hit by a car and in bad shape, but today she is healthy and happy with her new family. Our goal is to raise $300,000 by December 31 to provide shelter and care for cats, dogs and other animals just like Maggie. Thank you for making a 2014 Holiday Fund Drive gift today!
Condominium Refuse Rebate Program
2014 REBATE APPLICATIONS DUE BY JANUARY 15, 2015
The following information is intended for Condominium Property Managers and Condominium Board Members regarding the annual Condominium Refuse Rebate application. One application per Condominium Association shall be submitted by the Property Management Company or Condominium Association.
ATTENTION PROPERTY MANAGERS:
You must return all completed 2014 refuse rebate applications to Alderman Reilly’s City Hall office no later than JANUARY 15, 2015, or your application may be denied.
Application forms and additional information are available at the Committee on Finance website. Submit completed applications to Alderman Reilly’s City Hall Office, located at 121 N. LaSalle Street, Room 200 no later than January 15, 2015, or your application may be denied.
Please ensure that completed applications are sent via a method that provides a “delivery confirmation” receipt.
If you have any questions about the Refuse Rebate program, please contact the Committee on Finance at condo@committeeonfinance.org or Alderman Reilly’s City Hall Office at 312-744-3062 or via email at rebates@ward42chicago.com.
Please note: Applications submitted after January 15, 2015 may be ineligible for the 2014 rebate and subsequent years.
RNRA’s Annual Meeting and Election-December 2nd
Join Your Friends & Neighbors
Annual Meeting & Election
5:30-7:30pm
- 42nd Ward Alderman Brendan Reilly
- 18th District Police Commander William Dunn
- Update of development projects and 2015 plans
- Election of our Vice-President
Please join us to honor these amazing River North organizations:
River North DFA Clean Up Day – December 6th
Members of the River North Residents Association Pet Committee will be cleaning up the Dog Friendly Area Park on Erie and Larrabee on Saturday, December 6th 10:30am – 12:30pm. We’re looking for volunteers to assist us in our efforts.
Clean-up materials will be supplied but if you have any extra rakes or garbage bags that would be helpful.
Let’s keep the park clean for our furry friends!
Chicago’s 101st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
The City of Chicago and UL are pleased to announce the lineup for the 101st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, November 25, at Daley Plaza (Washington and Dearborn). The FREE event begins at 4:30pm with performances headlined by rocker Dee Snider of Twisted Sister fame. The official tree lighting will be at 5pm.
Dee Snider, best known as the front man for the legendary rock band Twisted Sister, headlines the event. Snider will perform a medley from Broadway In Chicago’s Dee Snider’s Rock & Roll Christmas Tale which begins its world premiere at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place on November 4 through January 4, 2015.
Hansel and Gretel from Emerald City Theatre’s Hansel & Gretel: A Wickedly Delicious Musical Treat will also perform a song from their classic story reimagined as a family rock musical. The musical will be playing at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place starting November 22 through January 4, 2015.
Since 2009, Chicago’s Christmas tree has been donated by a Chicago-area family. During the summer and early fall, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events received more than 80 submissions from Chicagoland residents who hoped that their tree would be selected to shine on Daley Plaza during the holidays. Chicago’s Christmas tree will be on display at Daley Plaza through January 8, 2014.
Santa Claus will once again set up shop on Daley Plaza in an all-new Santa House provided by ECODOME Inc. Santa’s Midwest headquarters will be open to children of all ages where they can experience the wonder of the North Pole and have their picture taken with Santa Claus throughout the holiday season.
Visits with Santa Claus begin on Tuesday, November 25 at 6pm until 8pm, with special hours on Wednesday, November 26 from 11am-8pm and Thanksgiving Day from 11am-4pm. Santa’s regular visiting hours and house tours will begin on Friday, November 28 and continue every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through December 21 from 11am-8pm. During Christmas week, December 22-23, the house will be open each day from 11am-8pm, with special hours on Christmas Eve from 11am-4pm. Santa will be available for photos, so don’t forget to bring your camera!
