Announcing the Second Phase of the Lawrence Ave Streetscape Project from Western Ave to the Chicago River
I am pleased to announce the start of the second phase of the Lawrence Avenue streetscape project ex... Read more
Ward News
Mayor Emanuel Announces New Early Childhood Education Site in West Ridge
Press Release: As Chicago moves to free full-day pre-k, a new CPS analysis shows students who attend... Read more
DANK Haus Retail Space Available
The DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Avenue, is offering an unprecedented... Read more
Ald. O’Connor Meets with Future Leaders of Chicago
On Tuesday, July 31, Ald. Pat O’Connor met with a group of 35 high school students, comprised... Read more
Pedersen-Mccormick Boys and Girls Club Shadow Ald. O’Connor
On Tuesday, July 31, two kids and their adult leader from the Pedersen-McCormick Boys and Girls Club... Read more
Community Alert
Dear Neighbor, Last night around suppertime, August 1, there were calls put into 911 of shots being... Read more
Dam Demolition at 3000 W. Argyle
On Tuesday, July 31, at 2:00 pm, the century-old dam along the North Branch of the Chicago River (30... Read more
Seniors Urged to Reapply for Property Tax Exemptions
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas would like to remind seniors to reapply every year for Senior Cit... Read more
West Ridge Nature Preserve Raising Funds for Nature Play Area
West Ridge Nature Preserve Nature Play Area is currently seeking sponsors and is fundraising in orde... Read more
40th Ward Family Fest and Softball Tournament
Mark your calendars for this year’s annual Family Fest and 16″ Softball Tournament! We have lo... Read more
River Park Construction Update
Below is an update for the various construction projects taking place at River Park. Please keep in... Read more
Kiddie Academy Coming to Lincoln Square
Good news… the vacant lot located at 4874 N Lincoln Avenue (the former bowling alley) is going... Read more
5015-5039 N. Lincoln Proposed Residential Development
Dear Neighbor, Attached please find elevations for a new construction proposal at 5015-5039 N. Linco... Read more
Changes in the Chicago Food Code Begin July 1, 2018
My Staff attended a meeting this week held for the 48th Ward restaurant owners hosted by Alderman Os... Read more
City News
Chicago Water Quality
Chicago has a solid reputation for high quality, good tasting water for good reason: Chicago’s water is safe and pure, meeting or exceeding all standa... Read more
Mayor Emanuel Announces New Early Childhood Education Site in West Ridge
Press Release: As Chicago moves to free full-day pre-k, a new CPS analysis shows students who attend preschool programs perform better on key metrics... Read more
Chicago Rx Card
The Chicago Rx Card is a free and easy way to save up to 80% on prescription drugs and also provides discounts on dental, vision, veterinarian, and la... Read more
Mayor Emanuel and CPS to Hire More Than 250 Social Workers and Special Education Case Workers to Support Students in High Needs Communities
CPS Will Spend $26 Million to Hire 160 Social Workers and 94 Special Education Case Managers to Support High-Need Schools Across the City CHICAGO – Ma... Read more
Cook County Property Tax Bills Online Two Weeks Early
The Cook County property tax bills due August 1, 2018, have already been posted at cookcountytreasurer.com. There is no longer a charge for owners who... Read more
City Cooling Centers
Oppressive summer heat is more than uncomfortable. High temperatures and humidity can pose a health and safety threat. The City of Chicago has many s... Read more
40th Ward Alderman Patrick O'Connor