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New Edgewater Public Library due to open June 22
from the Edgeville Buzz: Construction of the new Edgewater Branch of the Chicago Public…
St. Matthias School GlobalFest
Saturday, May 18, 2013 A celebration of world cultures featuring student performances and artwork,…
Peterson Sewer Project Update
UPDATE / 15 May, 2013: Spring is definitely in bloom at Legion Park! The…
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Treating Catch Basins to Prevent West Nile Virus
Please be aware that crews from the Department of Water Management have begun dropping larvicide into…
Flood Aid & Info
Federal Aid for Severe Storm Recovery on April 18, 2013 On Friday, May 10, President Obama…
Peterson Sewer Project Update
UPDATE / 15 May, 2013: Spring is definitely in bloom at Legion Park! The sight of…
ALERT: Multiple Coyote Sightings
Although coyote mating season officially ended in April, we are continuing to hear reports of coyote…
ALERT: Woman assaulted, robbed in broad daylight
from the Edgeville Buzz: “A woman was assaulted Thursday, May 2nd, around 2pm near the bus…
2013 Community Services Block Grant Scholarship Program
Deadline June 7, 2013 by 5:00 p.m. The Department of Family and Support Services is now…
2013 Street Sweeping Schedule for 40th Ward
To ensure curb-to-curb street cleaning, temporary parking restrictions are posted the day before the work is…
Choose Chicago
There’s so much to do in Chicago, and that’s what makes this city so great! Choose…
Summer Jobs for Students
We’re assembling a working list of Summer 2013 professional opportunities for our ward’s young people. NOTE:…
City of Chicago Cultural Grants
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (“DCASE”) has announced the launch of its new…
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Year-Round City Vehicle Sticker ordinance ap…
Year-Round City Vehicle Sticker ordinance approved in City Council Clerk Susana A. Mendoza begins transition to 2014 changes with motorist education campaign CHICAGO, IL…
Chicago Bike Share Program
Bike sharing is an innovative new transportation system you can use without having to own your own bike. The Divvy fleet is made up…
StoryCorps @ your library – Share and Reco…
Help us discover the place of migration in our city’s history and culture! Chicago Public Library has been selected by the American Library Association…
Circuit Court of Cook County Implements Elec…
First courthouse in system-wide rolling implementation Circuit Court of Cook County Chief Judge Timothy C. Evans announced that starting Monday, April 15, 2013, the…
Chicago Bike Program
Biking the streets of Chicago is a fun and affordable way to enjoy the city. Whether it’s commuting to work or enjoying the lakefront,…
One Book, One Chicago
One Book, One Chicago has expanded—join us for a full year of conversation. Instead of just one month spent with a great book, spend…
Mayoral News View all
School-Based Vision Program to Give 30,000 CPS Students Free Vision Exams and Glasses
Program Is a Direct Result of The Mayor’s Budget Commitment Today Mayor Emanuel was joined by Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) Commissioner…
Mayor announces $1 Billion in Reduced Parking Meter Charges, Free Sundays and Pay-By-Cell
Dispute Agreement Between the City of Chicago and Chicago Parking Meters Results in Big Win for City and its Residents; $20 Million Per…
City of Chicago to Launch Bike Share System
“Chicago Blue” Colored Bikes to Debut Later This Spring The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) announced today that it will launch the city’s…
New Campaign to Expand Affordable Internet Options for More than 1 Million Chicagoans
Chicago To Serve as Pilot City in National “EveryoneOn” Campaign That Will Build on City’s Track Record of Bridging the Digital Divide Mayor…
$18 Million In Savings from Grid Garbage Transition
Efficient Grid System Now Implemented Citywide Mayor Rahm Emanuel has announced the City of Chicago will roll out the final phase of the…
Registration Now Open for One Summer Chicago 2013
Mayor Emanuel and County Board President Preckwinkle Announce an Increase in Summer Opportunities for Chicago’s Youth; 18,000 Summer Jobs and 190,000 Activities to…
New Early Learning Program Opportunities for Students Across the City
Over 2,300 More Children Will Have Access to New, High-Quality Early Learning Program Opportunities Thanks to Reforms Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced that…
Coeur Selects Chicago as Global Headquarters
Coeur to Move HQ to Chicago; Bringing 100 Jobs to the Downtown Area; Company Will Add 60 Positions in the Coming Year Mayor’s…
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From the CDC: Vaccines or chemoprophylactic drugs are available to protect against some vectorborne diseases such as yellow fever and malaria; however, travelers still should be advised to…
Commissioner Gainer’s Summer Fellowship Program
School-Based Vision Program to Give 30,000 CPS Students Free Vision Exams and Glasses
ALERT: Multiple Coyote Sightings
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City Council Meetings Overview
In this section we have provided links to the Legislative Information Center...…
Urban Green View all
Green Tech U Seminars & Events
Schedule of Seminars & Events The Chicago Center for Green Technology’s Green Tech U Program has been developed in response to the increasing demand for educational opportunities regarding…
eco-Andersonville
eco-Andersonville is an environmental initiative that promotes and encourages environmental, economic, and social sustainability to enhance the unique urban character and local commercial vitality of Andersonville.…
40th Ward Traffic Circle Beautification
While neighborhood traffic circles have proven to be quite successful in making residential streets safer for drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists, the foliage that was originally planted can at…
Chicago Green Office Challenge
A part of the Chicago Climate Action Plan, the Green Office Challenge is designed to help Chicago businesses and employees improve sustainability in the workplace and beyond. Join the…
Chicago Sustainable Backyards Program
Here are some great resources from the Chicago Sustainable Backyards Program: Thank you for participating in Chicago’s Sustainable Backyards Program, an educational and incentive program that highlights the…
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Commissioner Gainer’s Summer Fellowship Program
Cook County Commissioner Bridget Gainer (10th District) is creating a summer fellowship program for college juniors/seniors or recent graduates to assist with community outreach and…
Bike Share Launch Team
Work 4 Illinois
Department of Water Management Hiring More Than 160 New Personnel to Meet Mayor Emanuel’s Construction Goals for 2013
Summer Jobs for Students
Chicago Park District Opportunities
Electrical Apprenticeship Program
Green Job Board
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Protection against mosquitoes & ticks
From the CDC: Vaccines or chemoprophylactic drugs are available to protect against some vectorborne diseases such…
ALERT: Multiple Coyote Sightings
ALERT: Woman assaulted, robbed in broad daylight
Bike Safety & Education
ALERT: 809 Area Code Scam
Health and Care View all
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010, released on January 31, 2011, emphasize three major goals for Americans: Balance…
Senior Life Enrichment Programs
Bed Bug Fact Sheet
3 Easy Steps to Fight Flu
Park Families Wellness & Troops for Fitness
Parks View all
Night Out in the Parks
Fun, Active, Engaging Activities Coming to Neighborhood Parks This Summer Night Out in the Parks brings…
Summer Day Camps & Programs
Chicago Park District Special Event Permits
Chicago River Day
Chicago Parks Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit
The Arts View all
Theater on the Lake
2013 Schedule June 12 – 16 The New Colony The Bear Suitof Happinessby Evan Linder Directed…