The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) continues the River North Lighting Project. The week of 9/2, CDOT began boring and installing underground pipe in the area bounded by Kingsbury, Huron, Sedgwick, and Erie. To find out more about the smart lighting program, CLICK HERE. The Smart Lighting on these streets was funded through Alderman Reilly’s menu and tip funds.
September 6, 2024 By
River North Lighting Project Update
September 5, 2024 By
Pitch in for the Parks – Ward Park Clean-up – October 19th!
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)
August 27, 2024 By
Message from Cabrini NOW Team – August 20, 2024
Good afternoon,
We are excited to share a recording of the presentation that was given at the July 31 Cabrini NOW Ice Cream Social and Community Conversation! To view the recording and other materials that were presented at the event, please visit our webpage at: www.thecha.org/cabrininow
If you have input after viewing this presentation, or at any point, please share it with us by emailing cabrininow@thecha.org. We want to hear from everyone in Cabrini to create a plan that truly reflects what the community wants and needs.
Thank you for your time! We hope to see you at our next community event, which will likely be in a couple months!
August 23, 2024 By
Bally’s Casino: Tribune Demolition Update
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:
- Brandenburg Industrial Services was hired by Bally’s to demo the Tribune building
- Demolition activities will occur Monday-Friday from 8am to 4pm and from 8am to 8pm on the weekends
- Construction vehicles will enter/exit the site from West Grand Avenue, west of the Chicago River. Please see the diagram below
More information to come as it becomes available.
August 23, 2024 By
CANCELLED – Dog-Pop Up Event on August 24th at Erie/Larrabee DFA
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.
August 20, 2024 By
Democratic National Convention Downtown Street Closures:
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:
- N. Wabash from E, Chestnut to E Delaware Place from Sunday, August 18 through Wednesday, August 21
- E. Huron Street from N. Michigan to N. Rush from Sunday, August 18 through Friday, August 23
- E. Chicago from N. Michigan Avenue to N. Rush Street from Sunday, August 18 through Friday, August 23
- E .Delaware Place from N. State to N. Rush on Tuesday, August 20.
- N. Rush from E. Delaware Place to E. Walton on Tuesday, August 20.
- E Walton from N State to N Rush on Tuesday, August 20.
- N State from E Delaware to E Walton on Tuesday, August 20.
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.
- DNC 2024 Alert, TEXT “DNC: to 2-2-6-7-8-7
- Sign up for NotifyChicago alerts at NotifyChicago.org
- CHIBIZ: For alerts affecting businesses, TEXT “CHIBIZ” to 6-7-2-8-3
August 14, 2024 By
Democratic National Convention – August 19-22
The U.S. Secret Service, along with federal, state, and local partners, released the most updated maps (attached) of the security perimeters that will be in place around both venues (McCormick Place & United Center) during the upcoming convention in Chicago, which runs from Aug. 19-22.
For more information CLICK HERE or use the QR Code.
All neighbors are encouraged to download the OEMC App and sign up for OEMC text messaging. Information is contained in the tool kit and in the flyer below.
We remind everyone “If you see something, say something.” Report Suspicious Activity by calling 9-1-1.
July 1, 2024 By
RNRA’s Back to School Bash before the Movie Wonka – Aug 13
Register today for RNRA’s Back to School Bash. Thank you to our generous sponsor FirstService Residential
June 15, 2024 By
Residential Permit Parking Zone 1189 Changes
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:
• North side of Superior, from Orleans to Hudson
• North side of Illinois, form Orleans to Kingsbury
• Both sides of Huron, from Larrabee to Hudson
• North side of Huron, from Orleans to Hudson
• 668 North Sedgwick – Sedgwick, from Erie to Huron
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.
