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Join Us for the 2023 Lunar New Year Parade!
January 26th, 2023
Dear Neighbor,
Join Uptown United & the Uptown Chamber of Commerce on Argyle Street as Uptown continues its annual 40+ years tradition of celebrating the Lunar New Year! To welcome the Year of the Rabbit, the Lunar New Year Parade & Celebration this Saturday, January 28th will feature over 20 local community groups, cultural institutions, dancers, and performers!
The parade will commence at 1:00 PM sharp at Argyle & Winthrop. In addition, a number of local organizations are planning pop-ups with family-friendly activities between 12:00 PM-4:00 PM.
The Lunar New Year is a festival of remembrance for the year that has passed and joy for the year that is to come. While the Chinese Zodiac marks 2023 as the Year of the Rabbit, the Vietnamese Zodiac celebrates the Year of the Cat. Learn more about Vietnamese heritage in Uptown here.
Our hearts are with the families who were affected by recent tragedies in Monterey Park & Half Moon Bay, California. In light of these incidents, there will be additional police presence this week along Argyle and the surrounding area. Along with celebrating this weekend, please also take some time to familiarize yourself with our local Asian-American service agencies and cultural centers and learn more about how you can engage with and support these organizations.
Below is a list of our Asian-American service agencies and City resources. You can find volunteer opportunities, community events, and programming to help those in need:
Chinese-Mutual Aid Fund
Vietnamese Association of Illinois
Japanese-American Service Center
Asian-Human Services
Uptown Chamber of Commerce
Chicago Public Library- Bezazian Branch
South-East Asia Center
Chicago Commission on Human Relations
The Commission on Human Relations receives, investigates, and rules on discrimination complaints filed under the Chicago Human Rights Ordinance and Chicago Fair Housing Ordinance. The types of discrimination include issues related to housing, employment, public accommodations, and credit.
Best,
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MAKE A PLAN TO VOTE
CHICAGO MUNICIPAL ELECTION IS TUESDAY FEBRUARY 28TH
Early voting for the February 28th municipal election is almost here. Sign up for a mail in ballot here. Find more information on Early Voting here. In-person early voting starts TODAY, January 26th, at two sites in the Loop:
- Loop Supersite - 191 N Clark
- Chicago Board of Election Offices - 69 W Washington, 6th Floor (not open Election Day)
Beginning on Monday, February 13th, early voting in the 46th Ward will be at Truman College, 1145 W Wilson. Both the Loop locations and all the ward early voting sites, which are open to all Chicago voters, will be open the following hours:
- Weekdays: 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM
- Starting February 13th, sites are open on weekdays until 7:00 PM
- Saturdays: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sundays: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Election Day, February 28th: 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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CONGRESSMAN QUIGLEY'S OFFICE HAS MOVED
Congressman Quigley's office has moved to 1925 N Clybourn, Suite 402.
You can still contact the office at (773) 267-5926 or Quigley.House.Gov. Please feel free to reach out to the Congressman's office directly for any Federal issues, including US mail, passport applications, Medicare and Medicaid access, VA and Social Security benefits.
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JEAN BAPTISTE POINT DuSABLE LAKE SHORE DRIVE UPDATE
GUARD RAIL MAINTENANCE & REPLACEMENT SCHEDULED
Relying on the use of Illinois State funds, CDOT will be replacing and maintaining all of the guard rails along Jean Baptiste Point DuSable Lake Shore Drive in the 46th Ward. Work is slated to begin this Summer during the construction season!
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MEET WITH ALD. JAMES CAPPLEMAN
SPEAK WITH ALDERMAN CAPPLEMAN EVERY TUESDAY
Virtual office hours are every Tuesday from 3:00PM - 5:00PM via Zoom or phone. Sign up by the end of day Monday at 5:00 PM by emailing the office at Ward46@cityofchicago.org. If this time period does not work for you, contact the Ward Office to schedule another time.
SCHEDULE A ZOOM MEETING WITH YOUR COMMUNITY GROUP
Ald. Cappleman or a staff member is also available to meet with your local neighborhood or business organization to provide updates about what's happening locally or city-wide. East Lake View Neighbors, Triangle Neighbors, Buena Park Neighbors, Sheridan Park Neighbors Association, Beacon Block Club, and Uptown United all do this on a regular basis. Schedule a time by either email at Ward46@cityofchicago.org or call 773-878-4646.
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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
SHARE THE 46TH WARD ENVIRONMENTAL PRIORITIES SURVEY
Scan the QR code below or click here to take the priorities survey.
Visit our new sustainability website page to access more information and resources.
CLIMATE INFRASTRUCTURE FUND
The City of Chicago Climate Infrastructure Fund is accepting grant applications from approximately $50,000 to $250,000 to support capital investments in energy efficiency projects, electric vehicles, and green infrastructure.
Applications must be submitted via the Chicago Department of Planning and Development universal application by February 24th, 2023. Next information session is Thursday, February 2nd, 12:00 Pm to 1:00PM. Register for the event here.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
VIRTUAL BRIEFING ON ASYLUM SEEKERS
Saturday, January 28th from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
The Office of Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, community partners, and other City officials will host a virtual briefing regarding asylum seekers in Chicago.To participate online via Zoom, register here. You can also tune in on Facebook by visiting the Mayor’s Office of Community Engagement page here. Thank you for your support as we work together to showcase the values of a welcoming city.
FINAL CLARK STREET CROSSROADS PUBLIC MEETING
Tuesday, January 31st from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM via Zoom. Please take a moment to read the draft study, take the survey, and register for the January 31st public meeting at http://ClarkStreetCrossroads.com.
SBIF CLARK/MONTROSE WEBINAR
Wednesday, February 1st at 1:00 PM. Register for the event here. Learn more about the Small-Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) here. The SBIF program uses revenue from TIF districts to help owners of commercial and industrial properties to repair or remodel their facilities for their own business or on behalf of tenants. Tenant businesses are also eligible to apply on their own.
Please note that residential projects are not eligible for the SBIF program, and residential developers should not apply. Program participants can receive grants for 30 to 90 percent of project costs, with a maximum grant of $150,000 for commercial properties and $250,000 for industrial properties. The grants are administered by SomerCor on the City's behalf and do not have to be repaid. DPD and SomerCor will host an informational webinar to review program requirements and the application process, including an overview of program changes adopted by City Council under Mayor Lightfoot.
SARAH'S CIRCLE WINTER WALK
Sunday, February 26th at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Uplift High School, 900 W. Wilson.
Learn more about the event here.
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PUBLIC HEALTH UPDATES
NARCAN/NALOXONE AVAILABLE AT 46TH WARD OFFICE
The 46th Ward Office has free Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Kits available. You can also access Naloxone (Narcan) in Chicago Public Libraries, including the Bezazian and Uptown branches. Anyone in Chicago can access medications to treat opioid use disorder by calling 833-234-6343. You do not need to have insurance, income, or documentation to access this treatment.
UPDATED COVID-19 COMMUNITY LEVEL
Chicago and Cook County are currently in the MEDIUM COVID-19 Community Level according to the latest Community Level metrics released by the CDC.
UPDATED COVID-19 VACCINE BIVALENT BOOSTERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE
More information about the new vaccine and roll-out can be found here. For those who need help finding a nearby vaccination site, Vaccines.gov is a free online service that you can use to search for pharmacies and providers that offer vaccination. Residents can also call the City’s COVID-19 call center at 312-746-4835 or call 312-746-4835 to get a vaccination at home.
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SCHOOL & LIBRARY UPDATES
UPTOWN BRANCH LIBRARY WINTER PROGRAMMING
Check out the website here for more information on upcoming programming.
BEZAZIAN BRANCH LIBRARY WINTER PROGRAMMING
Check out the website here for more information on upcoming programming.
UPLIFT COMMUNTY HIGH SCHOOL OPEN CAMPUS LUNCH
Starting Wednesday, February 1st, Uplift High School students, in 10 to 12th grade, who meet eligibility requirements, will be able to participate in open campus lunch. This is an opportunity for Uplift students to support local businesses in the Uptown Community!
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Winter Weather Reminders
Extreme Winter Weather & Supporting Neighbors
The City of Chicago is expecting extreme winter weather including blizzard conditions and bitter cold. Please take a moment to review the full guidance on snow removal, warming centers, and support for neighbors.
SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL
Sidewalks must be kept clear of snow and ice and must be cleared as soon as possible after it falls. Snow that falls between 7am and 7pm must be cleared no later than 10pm. Snow that falls between 7pm and 7am must be cleared by 10am. A path must be cleared 5 feet wide on all of the sidewalks adjacent to your property, including crosswalks. Do not shovel snow into other right-of-way areas including the street, transit stops and bus pads, parking spaces, bike lanes, bike racks, and any other space where snow impedes traffic of any kind.
- Learn more about the City Ordinance on our website and on the CDOT snow removal webpage.
- Help shovel the sidewalks of neighbors who need support with sidewalk maintenance. Many block clubs coordinate shoveling volunteers to help neighbors who need extra shoveling assistance. If you are in need of shoveling support, please contact your local block club or our office to help connect you with the right neighbors.
- Report uncleared sidewalks and bike lanes by calling 311.
- Follow snow plow routes and times by using the Chicago Plow Tracker.
WARMING CENTERS
City of Chicago warming centers go into effect when temperatures are at 32 degrees or below. Warming areas are available 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday. Click here for a full list of DFSS Citywide Warming Centers and reference the flyer below. Call 311 to connect with available warming centers and services and to request emergency shelter. Call 911 for urgent medical care.
The DFSS North Area Center at 845 W Wilson is our primary warming center Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. The Garfield Community Service Center at 10 South Kedzie is open 24/7 to connect families and residents to emergency shelter. Other city-operated facilities, including Chicago Parks, Libraries, and Police Stations also serve as warming centers in extreme cold on evenings, weekends or holidays.
- Uptown Library, 929 W Buena Ave
- Open Monday/Wednesday, 10am-6pm, Tuesday/Thursday, 12pm-8pm, Friday-Saturday, 9am-5pm, Sunday 1pm-5pm.
- Bezazian Library, 1226 W Ainslie
- Open Monday/Wednesday, 12pm-8pm, Tuesday/Thursday, 10am-6pm, Friday-Saturday, 9am-5pm, Sunday 1pm-5pm.
- Gill Park, 825 W Sheridan Rd
- Open Monday- Friday, 8am-9pm, Saturday, 9am-5pm.
- 19th District Police Station, 850 W Addison
- Weiss Hospital, 4646 N Marine
- Thorek Hospital, 850 W Irving Park
Below are signs of Hypothermia:
- Shivering
- Exhaustion or feeling very tired
- Confusion, slurred speech, and memory loss
- Fumbling Hands
Call 911 if you see someone who may be experiencing these symptoms.
Call 311:
- to locate the warming area nearest to you
- to request a well-being check for a neighbor, loved one or a friend
- to report inadequate heat in a residential building that violates the Chicago Heat Ordinance
COMED EMERGENCY LINE
Public safety is paramount, and ComEd encourages customers to take the following precautions:
ComEd urges customers to contact the company immediately if they experience a power outage. Customers can text OUT to 26633 (COMED) to report an outage and receive restoration information and can follow the company on Twitter @ComEd or on Facebook at Facebook.com/ComEd. Customers can also c all 1-800 EDISON1 (1-800-334-7661), or report outages via the website at ComEd.com/report. Spanish-speaking customers should call 1-800-95-LUCES (1-800-955-8237).
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PUBLIC SAFETY
HOME & BUSINESS PROTECTION PROGRAM
If you live in or operate a business in Chicago you can now apply to receive reimbursement for your security cameras and other security devices. Since the offer is "first-come, first serve," we encourage people who want to buy cameras to do so now. Learn more here. You may qualify for free cameras based on your income, find more information here.
PUBLIC SAFETY TIPS & INFORMATION
Click here for more 46th Ward public safety tips, including how to make a 911 call.
UPDATES ON THE LATEST COMMUNITY ALERTS
If you have any questions about past crimes, please contact the 19th District CAPS Office at 312-744-0064 or the 20th District CAPS Office at 312-742-8770. Click here for more up-to-date information on the latest community alerts.
19th DISTRICT (south of Lawrence)
E: CAPS019District@chicagopolice.org
P: 312-744-0064
20th DISTRICT (north of Lawrence)
E: CAPS020District@chicagopolice.org
P: 312-744-8714
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