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Greencorps Paid Employment with Training
Greencorps Chicago is now recruiting for paid employment with training. Learn more at www.greencorpschicago.org or call 312-746-9777 for more information

Protect Your Vehicle
The Chicago Police Department has provided these tips on how to protect your vehicle. Call 911 to report suspicious activity and stay alert! never leave your keys in the ignition, not even for a minute. always lock your doors park in a secure garage or gated area...

Significant Winter Storm Ahead
There is a significant winter storm approaching, a blizzard is possible. Here are tips to keep your pipes from freezing and cold weather tips as well as a reminder that the Chicago Heat Ordinance mandates indoor temps for rental units (68°F during the day and 66°F at...

Alderman Dowell Issues Statement on Red Line Extension and Repeal of CPI Property Tax Increase Votes
This week, City Council considered two important ordinances that would have a significant impact on City finances, and on the lives of all Chicago residents. These two ordinances were financing the CTA Red Line Extension and repealing the CPI property tax increase. I...

2023 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program Opens January 9, 2023
The Chicago Department of Transportation will open the 2023 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program to new applicants on Monday, January 9, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. Applications will be open until 10:00 pm that day. The Shared Cost Sidewalk Program provides homeowners the opportunity...

Snow Route Reminders
A reminder regarding snow route rules from the 3rd ward office of Alderman Pat Dowell:- no parking when snow is over 2 inches deep- no parking from 3am-7am Dec. 1 - Apr 1

Alderman Dowell’s Resolution to Make Central Vote Centers Permanent Passes City Council
In order to increase voter access during elections, Alderman Dowell authored a resolution asking the State of Illinois to make Central Vote Centers permanent. Central Vote Centers are locations where voters are allowed to vote regardless of their precinct. So, for...