On Monday, August 1st, Alderman Reilly joined Lisa Dent and Steve Bertrand on WGN’s Chicago’s Afternoon News Radio. They discussed the extension of the City’s contract with Lollapalooza, NASCAR, violence in the City, and new pedicab restrictions that Alderman Reilly proposed to City Council last month. Please click here to listen to the radio interview.
August 5, 2022 By
Alderman Reilly on the Lisa Dent Show
July 30, 2022 By
The Chicago Help Initiative – Help Provide Bagged Meals
July 22, 2022 By
Alderman Reilly – WGN Interview on July 17
On Sunday, July 17th, Alderman Reilly discussed numerous hot topics on WGN Political Report with Paul Lisnek. Click here to watch the interview. The interview includes Alderman Reilly’s reaction to the recent announcement about Bally’s ability to raise necessary financing, safety regulations around Late Hour liquor establishments, Alderman Beale’s proposed amendment to speed cameras, Alderman Reilly’s proposed Bike Lane enforcement ordinance, and Mayor Lightfoot’s recent announcement to bring NASCAR to Chicago streets in 2023.
On Tuesday, July 19th, Alderman Reilly joined Steve Cochran on WLS Radio to discuss his recent Drag Racing and Drifting ordinance. Please click here to listen to the interview
July 15, 2022 By
Alderman Reilly on the Steve Cochran Show with Pete McMurray and Andrea Darlas
On Friday, July 15, Alderman Reilly joined the Steve Cochran show with Pete McMurray and Andrea Darlas on WLS Radio. They discussed recent incidents Downtown, police resources and policing policies, and the casino. Please click here to listen to the interview.
July 8, 2022 By
Casino Update – Virtual Meeting for Temporary Casino – July 19 – Focus on Historic Preservation
July 8, 2022 Reilly Reports
The City of Chicago in coordination with Bally’s Chicago is hosting a Virtual Community Meeting on Tuesday, July 19th at 6 PM regarding the temporary casino at the Medinah Temple, 600 North Wabash Street. Click here to register for the virtual meeting.
At this meeting, Bally’s Chicago will present its plans with respect to historic preservation and answer questions related to historic preservation of the Medinah Temple, since it is a Chicago Landmark. This is in advance of the Landmark Department’s Permit Review Committee review of the project, scheduled to take place in August.
The community may submit any questions or comments in advance via email to chicagocasino@cityofchicago.org. Additional public engagement related to traffic, public safety, and other community concerns will take place at an in-person public engagement session in the near future. However, the July 19th meeting will focus solely on historic preservation.
The Mayor’s Office also recently announced the creation of a Casino Community Advisory Council (CAC) in order to create a forum for ongoing community engagement throughout the development of the Bally’s Casino. The CAC will have 20 members representing impacted community areas, as well as subject matter experts in a range of fields including transportation/infrastructure, economic equity, and gambling addiction. If you are interested in serving on this CAC, please apply here by Friday, July 15.
Alderman Reilly remains extremely frustrated about the City Council’s approval of the casino at these locations. Please click here to review Alderman Reilly’s position on the matter, published in Reilly Reports on May 27, 2022.
The casino proposal is still awaiting review by the Chicago Plan Commission (CPC) to discuss the proposed amendment to the Planned Development. CPC will also allow for additional public comment. After CPC, the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) will consider the application and there will be another opportunity for the public to weigh in on the issuance of the casino license. Stay tuned t for more information regarding public engagement opportunities with the IGB.
June 25, 2022 By
River North LIVE! This weekend at River Park at theMart!
Our favorite summer festival returns with great live music and an amazing new location!
From the incredible venue to amazing on-stage entertainment, to great food and beverages, we’ve created an unforgettable experience and can’t wait to mark this new beginning for our neighborhood and our city.
Proceeds from River North LIVE! benefit RNRA’s many charitable and resident advocacy activities. Attendees will enjoy a weekend of incredible entertainment while supporting the neighborhood we all love. Please share this invitation with everyone in your network.
June 24-26 at River Park at theMart
Click here to learn more and purchase tickets. You can also purchase your ticket at the gate!
Venue policy: No Pets Allowed.
June 13, 2022 By
River North Cannabis Update
Recently, two companies hosted public community meetings to discuss their proposals to open Adult Use Cannabis Dispensaries in the 42nd Ward. These meetings were held as a requirement of their Special Use applications, filed with the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA). If you were unable to attend these meetings, click the links below to learn more:
Applicant: PTS/Bio-Pharm
Proposed dispensary location: 605 North Clark Street
Meeting held on May 10th
Click here to learn more
Applicant: GRI Holdings, LLC
Proposed dispensary location: 612 North Wells Street
Meeting held on May 23rd
Click here to learn more
The ZBA will consider this Special Use application at an upcoming public hearing. The ZBA is a quasi-judicial body made up of Mayoral appointees. They are solely responsible for approval or denial of Special Use licenses and are not obligated to give special consideration to comments from Aldermen or Police Commanders. However, the hearing will allow time for public comment. The State of Illinois controls the licensure process for cannabis businesses. Local Aldermen do not have the authority to approve or deny a dispensary license or a Special Use permit.
Information on how to access the Live Stream and how to submit public comments can be reviewed on ZBA’s website here. Stay tuned to the ZBA website for updates on when the public hearing will be scheduled to review these proposals (these items will not be heard by ZBA in June).
June 12, 2022 By
Call 911 – Your Call Creates A Record for CPD Resource Allocation
To print a copy of this flyer, CLICK HERE. For more public safety tips and how to call anonymously, CLICK HERE.
