Join us in our beautiful Ward Park for our final clean up event of the year! We will meet at 9am on Saturday, October 19th. Supplies will be provided. Please sign up ahead of time so we can determine how many supplies we will need. Hope to see you there!
When: Sat, August 19 from 9:00 a.m to 11:00m
Where: Montgomery Ward Park, Erie & Kingsbury (630 N. Kingsbury Street)
On Tuesday, August 27, Bally’s is holding a ceremonial demolition event at the Tribune Publishing site located at 560 W Grand Avenue. Demolition of the building is scheduled to begin by the end of August (weather and permits dependent). Residents can expect the following during demolition:
More information to come as it becomes available.
Regretfully our event on August 24th from 9:00 to 11:00 at the Larrabee/Erie DFA (North part of Ward Park) has been cancelled. Stay tuned for our October 19th event.
The Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago began Monday, August 19, and will run through Thursday, August 22.
The City of Chicago has been working closely with the U.S. Secret Service to ensure public safety and to minimize impacts for residents and businesses
DNC Street Closures include:
There are multiple ways for residents, businesses and visitors to stay informed and receive up-to-date information. For complete details, Visit Chicago.gov/OEMC and download the Chicago OEMC App.
OEMC issues alerts and notifications needed to keep residents and attendees up to date on traffic impacts, street closures, weather conditions and emergencies.
Last summer, residents reported that River North bar patrons would illegally park in Residential Permit Parking (RPP) Zone 1189 and host curbside parties after the bars closed. These parties had a negative impact on quality-of-life and often turned violent.
In response to these reports, Alderman Reilly introduced an ordinance (O2023-0004231) at the City Council to make RPP Zone 1189 violations a towable offense.
The Alderman is pleased to announce that he secured approval from the full City Council for this ordinance. The new regulations will take effect on Monday, July 1.
Additionally, RPP Zone 1189 signs have been installed at the following locations:
Residents can check eligibility to purchase RPP Zone 1189 permits/daily passes on the City Clerk’s website. RPP Zone 1189 permits and passes can be purchased online or at City Hall located at 121 N LaSalle Street, Room 107.
Please note, purchasing RPP Zone 1189 permits or daily passes does not excuse residents or guests from paying meter fees during the day (8am-6pm). Meter fees must be paid during the day or the vehicle’s owner is subject to receiving a citation.
Ward 42 asked Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) Traffic Engineers to conduct a traffic study on North Larrabee Street, between West Erie Street and West Superior Street – due to reports of wrong-way drivers, vehicles not stopping at stop signs, and gridlock traffic.
In response to their request, CDOT recommended making the following changes to improve the flow of traffic and enhance pedestrian safety:
On Monday, July 8, CDOT will complete the two-way to one-way (northbound) conversion of North Larrabee Street, between West Erie Street and West Superior Street (weather dependent). During the reconfiguration process, North Larrabee Street will remain open to vehicular traffic.
Alderman Reilly has asked 18th District Commander Michael Barz to assign a patrol squad to North Larrabee Street to prevent wrong-way drivers.
Additionally, the Alderman has authorized a portion of the Aldermanic Menu to fund the installation of the two curb extensions and a speed hump at this location. CDOT has completed installation of the speed hump and will install the curb extensions later this year. Alderman Reilly is confident that CDOT’s recommended changes will increase safety and reduce traffic congestion in the area.
