RNRA 28th Annual Meeting at Tao Chicago – Nov 11th

JOIN US
RNRA 28th Annual Meeting
at Tao Chicago
NOVEMBER 11th
Take Advantage of our Early Bird Special!
Tickets $60 Early Bird thru Nov 4th
$75 from Nov 5th and at the door!

Are you a resident of an RNRA Member Building? Check with your Property Manager for Members only discount code.

CPD Community Alert

Coffee with the 18th District Commander – Oct 30

Update on Ontario Street Ramps to Kennedy

 Update from the Illinois Department of Transportation for the Ontario Street ramps to Kennedy.
As part of the ongoing rehabilitation of the Kennedy Expressway (Interstate 90/94) from the Edens Expressway (I-94) junction to Ohio Street, the westbound Ontario Street ramps to access the outbound Kennedy closed at 11 p.m., Sunday, October 12.
To facilitate the ramp closures, starting at 11 p.m. Sunday, the westbound Ontario Street feeder ramp was fully closed from Orleans Street to the Kennedy. By 5 a.m. Monday, October 13, the Ontario Street feeder reopend for access to southbound Kennedy to the Dan Ryan Expressway only. The westbound Ontario Street ramps to access the outbound Kennedy (express and local lanes) will remain closed for approximately two weeks.
Please see more information here from IDOT.

City of Chicago Know Your Rights & Resources

Know Your Rights & Resources

The City has created a “Protecting Chicago” website to connect neighbors with resources and information about their immigration rights in Chicago. Please click below to be connected with the City’s new “Protecting Chicago site.

The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights also has opportunities for individuals interested in volunteering and learning more about how to support our neighbors through their Family Support Network and HotlinePlease click here for their resources and more information about ICIRR.

Grand Avenue Bridge – Emergency Repair

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) is going to complete emergency repairs to the Grand Avenue Bridge over the Chicago River.

Construction will begin on Monday, October 13th and be completed on Friday, October 24th.
Here are important highlights during construction:

• The bridge will be closed daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• The north sidewalk will be closed.
• Lanes will be shifted to the south side of the bridge.
• Traffic will be maintained in each direction.

Image credit: Chicago Department of Transportation

18th Police District Council Meeting – OCT 28th


Mark your calendar for this month’s 18th District  Council Meeeting on Tuesday, October 28th at 6:00 p.m.

The Guest Speaker will be Yvette Loizon, Chief of Policy and member of the Executive Team at the Cook County State’s Attorney Office, who will provide an overview of major changes implemented since State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke took office. Having also served as Chief Counsel to the Illinois State Police Department and Supervisor of Violent Crimes at Cook County State’s Attorney Office, she has an in-depth knowledge of public safety issues.

Commander Bielfeldt from the18th Police District, or his representative, will attend to comment on safety trends and answer questions.

The location  will be announced shortly and posted here when available.

REGISTRATION LINKS 

CLICK HERE to register for In-Person Meeting.

CLICK HERE to register for Zoom Meeting.

RNRA Family Event – Trick or Treat in Ward Park

 

Registration Required.  Advanced Registration Appreciated.  Your advanced registration helps us make sure we have enough goodies for all of the kids. Please register below and make sure to “check in” at the registration table the day of the event so we know you arrived.

The event is FREE, but donations are welcome and appreciated.  Donations can be made through Eventbrite when you register.  Thank you in advance for your consideration. For a PDF of the flyer, Click Here.

Please Help Collect – Candy & New Costumes for Youth in the Community

The 18th District Community Policing Office is collecting Candy and NEW Costumes for youth in our community.  You can help.  You can make a difference.  Consider working with your Property Manager to start a drive in your building to collect………………

  • Open through October 27, 2025
  • Drop off at the 18th District Police Station at 1160 N. Larrabee Street
  • CLICK HERE to print a PDF of this flyer.

CPD 18th District Community Strategy Meeting

Join RNRA to participate in CPD’s Community Conversations. Let your voice be heard. This is an opportunity for community members from across the 18th district to gather, share feedback, and help CPD develop a  strategy for servicing our community in 2026.  Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.  Click HERE for a PDF of this flyer to distribute to your friends and neightors.