March 15, 2023 By
Car Jacking Safety Webinar – March 27 at 6:00 p.m.
March 10, 2023 By
Alderman Reilly on the Lisa Dent Show
Earlier this week (week of 3/6/34) , Alderman Reilly joined Lisa Dent to explain why he’s against city plans to move the Taste of Chicago to Polk Bros. Park near Navy Pier during the same weekend as the NASCAR race planned for Grant Park in July. Please click here to listen to the radio interview. The Alderman also discussed these concerns with CBS, WGN, and NBC.
March 8, 2023 By
Photo Gallery – “I Love River North” Happy Hour at Chicago Winery on 3/7
Wow! What a great night! Thank you to everyone that came out to RNRA’s “I Love River North” Happy Hour at Chicago Winery on March 7th. We love seeing you all! It’s especially nice to gather as a community, as neighbors! Stay tuned for our next event! Check out the Photo Gallery HERE.
A special thank you to our generous host, Chicago Winery serving up delicious appetizers, the farmer’s market table of healthy goodies and their locally made boutique wines. This is River North’s only operating winery! We hope you will go back to visit them to enjoy a delicious dinner from their restaurant Liva and experience their wine tours and tastings. Looking for a great space for your next event or wedding? Please check them out! Their outdoor terrace will soon be open!
Chicago Winery features wines made on-site and chef-driven cuisine from homegrown Midwesterner Andrew Graves, whose credentials include Alinea, The Promontory, and Tribeca Grill. His menu emphasizes seasonal ingredients and fresh flavors.
Chicago Winery will soon be on the My River North mobile app. To take advantage of their special discount, download the FREE My River North mobile app at the App Store or Google Play. We hope you will support the businesses that support the neighborhood.
February 21, 2023 By
OEMC Private Camera Initiative
In light of our current challenging environment, RNRA encourages our member buildings to consider installing exterior cameras on their properties. The OEMC Private Sector Camera Initiative will provide greater safety coverage in our community.
RNRA’s recent Public Safety Survey (still open) currently shows strong support (89.9%) for leveraging Camera Technology. Additionally, the 2023 18th District Community Strategic Plan which resulted from the Fall 2022 Community Conversations has a goal of encouraging residents to install more private cameras and to have their building’s private cameras link into the OEMC Private Camera Initiative.
With the advent of the 18th District’s Strategic Decision Support Center, officers can quickly access a camera at or near an address where an assault or other incident is occurring. A common misconception is that the OEMC will be able to tap into interior cameras. The exterior cameras are linked through a separate IP address. This prevents the interior camera feed or systems from any unauthorized source. OEMC is only interested in obtaining access to cameras on the public way. To print a copy of the document below, CLICK HERE.
February 16, 2023 By
2/15/23 18th District Community Alert & Safety Tip (Pick Pocketing Incidents)
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February 10, 2023 By
Vote Now for 2023 Movies in the Park! Voting closes midnight 2/15!
Movies are back for 2023 ! Cast your vote for the three films that will be shown this summer at A. Montgomery Ward Park. But act soon – voting closes at midnight on February 15! Movies are sponsored by the River North Residents Association and the Chicago Park District. Vote now!
February 7, 2023 By
The New 2-1-1 Helpline for Cook County
2-1-1 is a new resource connecting all Cook County residents with essential health and social services. Trained, local specialists are available 24/7 to connect individuals with support, such as food, housing, utility assistance, access to health care, and other vital resource. Click here to learn more.
