Amvets Memorial Day Parade
The annual Amvets Memorial Day Parade will take place at Rosehill Cemetery on Monday, May 27. If you would like to join the parade, please line-up by 9:30am at the staging area on Rosehill Drive between Ashland and Ravenswood. The parade steps off at 10:15am. This parade and ceremony is a great way to honor the many men and [...]
Family Sports Festival
The annual Family Sports Festival will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2013, from 11:00am to 5:00pm. The Fest will provide a free day of fun and fitness for Chicago children and adults alike – creating not only lasting memories but providing knowledge, resources and inspiration to help build healthy lifestyles and ongoing sports involvement. [...]
Treating Catch Basins to Prevent West Nile Virus
Please be aware that crews from the Department of Water Management have begun dropping larvicide into catch basins throughout the city. This annual activity is done to decrease the number of mosquitoes that can transmit the West Nile Virus. Crews are easily identifiable as they will be wearing orange vests and will be escorted by [...]
Flood Aid & Info
Federal Aid for Severe Storm Recovery on April 18, 2013 On Friday, May 10, President Obama declared eleven Illinois counties – Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Fulton, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, LaSalle, McHenry and Will – federal disaster areas. The President’s disaster declaration triggers the release of federal funds to help individuals and businesses recover from severe [...]
Peterson Sewer Project Update
UPDATE / 15 May, 2013: Spring is definitely in bloom at Legion Park! The sight of bright tulips at the corner of Lincoln Avenue and Peterson Avenue signal the beginning of some well-deserved warm weather. The construction site that is the backdrop of this welcoming park will soon fade away as the Peterson Sewer Project [...]
ALERT: Multiple Coyote Sightings
Although coyote mating season officially ended in April, we are continuing to hear reports of coyote sightings, including near Loyola Beach, Berger Park and on the 5500 Block of California. Please note that small dogs and cats may sometimes look like prey, so in addition to keeping pets leashed, residents are urged never to leave them [...]
ALERT: Woman assaulted, robbed in broad daylight
from the Edgeville Buzz: “A woman was assaulted Thursday, May 2nd, around 2pm near the bus stop on the corner of Clark and Devon, according to multiple news sources and Chicago Police. The young woman was sitting at the stop when the suspect approached, sat next to her, then grabbed her by the throat and [...]
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 accepting applications for the 2013 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Scholarship Program. The CSBG Scholarship Program helps low-income Chicagoans finance higher education. Students enrolled in an Illinois college, university or vocational training program may qualify for a CSBG Scholarship. [...]
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 scheduled to begin on any street. Some arterial streets have permanently posted signs that specify a once-per-week period when parking is prohibited for street sweeping. The fine for violating a street sweeping parking ban is $50 and vehicles may [...]
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Summer Jobs for Students
We’re assembling a working list of Summer 2013 professional opportunities for our ward’s young people. NOTE: Please send us your ideas and suggestions to add to this resource list! One Summer Chicago (Link) Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle are proud to announce One Summer Chicago — a collaborative effort between the City of [...]
City of Chicago Cultural Grants
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (“DCASE”) has announced the launch of its new online application system for the 2013 Cultural Grants Program. The DCASE Cultural Grants Program team has worked hard to reassess, enhance and streamline former programs to better align with the objectives of the new Chicago Cultural Plan. The 2013 [...]
After School Matters
Apply Now for Spring 2013 Programs! After School Matters is a non-profit organization that offers Chicago high school teens innovative out-of-school activities through science37, sports37, tech37, words37 and the nationally recognized gallery37 programs. Programs are provided through a network of public and private partnerships that include Chicago Public Schools, the Chicago Park District, the Chicago [...]
Free FAFSA Program Offered by Clerk Mendoza
City Clerk Susana Mendoza and Ladder Up are offering expert assistance in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for students and their parents. The free workshops are every Tuesday from February 5th through April 9th, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., at City Hall, 121 N. La Salle. The service is provided to everyone, [...]
Free Tax Assistance with Ladder Up
At the following locations, you can receive free electronic preparation and e-filing of your tax return. We serve households earning up to $45,000 annually and individuals earning up to $20,000 annually. Please note that we cannot serve taxpayers with: income from rental property, proceeds from sale of stock or bonds, Form 1099-A, Form 1099-C, or [...]
