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Rededicating of Winthrop Family Garden
October 20th, 2022
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Dear Neighbor,
“Public spaces tell a story, and this one tells a very uncomfortable story”
-Dept. of Planning & Development Commissioner Maurice Cox.
Last Saturday, Mayor Lightfoot and I gathered with descendants of the Winthrop Family, local residents, Uptown United, and others to rededicate the Winthrop Family Historical Garden. The space honors the legacy of the Winthrop ‘Family,’ a community of Black residents who fought racist segregation to make Uptown their home along the 4600 Block of Winthrop. The garden has long been a gathering space for Black families that were redlined and restricted from the rest of Uptown.
Despite the struggle, 'The Winthrop Family taught us what community really means.' Descendants of the original Winthrop Family described it as a block where ‘everybody knew everybody,’ where ‘people felt loved’, and you didn’t have to share ‘blood to be family.’
- Quotes from the Winthrop Family Historical Garden Rededication Ceremony
The Winthrop Family living on the 4600 Block of North Winthrop and their stories were honored and celebrated in the revamped and rededicated garden. The garden features enhanced gardening plots, a space for community gatherings and performances, and curated signage that share the stories of the Winthrop Family.
The renewed space will host events and community programming in partnership with the Uptown Chamber. Stay updated with their efforts by signing up for their newsletter here. The updates being made to the garden are funded through Mayor Lightfoot’s Chicago Recovery Plan. Through the Chicago Recovery Plan, the Department of Planning and Development's Public Outdoor Plaza Grant is designed to help community-based organizations revitalize land along neighborhood retail corridors.
This event and joint effort would not have been made possible without the dedication and passion of so many people. I would like to say a big thank you and congratulations to:
- Justin Weidl, Director of Neighborhood Services, and the full Uptown United team for spearheading and managing the construction process and its partners
- The MKSK team (Brett Weidl, PLA, LEED AP, Bryan Conner, Donny Zellefrow, AICP)
- Danyealah Green-Lemons, M. Arch
- Walmer Saavedra with Human Scale
- NeighborSpace
- Mayor Lightfoot
- Chicago Department of Planning and Development
This was a wonderful way to reflect on the history and strength of the Uptown community and to celebrate a rededicated space where Uptown neighbors can come together for years to come!
Best,
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MAKE A PLAN TO VOTE: ELECTION DAY IS NOVEMBER 8TH
General Election is Tuesday, November 8th
Early voting starts on Monday, October 24th at Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson Ave.
Find your Polling Place
List of 46th Ward Polling Places
Apply for a Mail-In-Ballot
VOTE BY MAIL
You may apply to vote by mail no later than 5:00 PM on November 3rd.
All Vote By Mail ballots come with postage-paid Ballot Return Envelopes.
When you apply online to Vote By Mail, the Election Board will send you emails:
- When your application is accepted,
- When your ballot is mailed to you,
- When the Election Board receives your Ballot Return Envelope, and
- When your ballot has been processed and counted.
VOTE EARLY
Truman College at 1145 W Wilson is the 46th Ward Early Voting Site.
All 50 Ward Early Voting sites will be open from October 24th through November 8th:
- Weekdays from 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Saturdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm
- Sundays from 10:00am to 4:00pm
- Election Day (Nov. 8) from 6:00am to 7:00pm.
Find more information on Chicago Board of Elections website here.
Learn more about voting early in Illinois.
WHAT TO BRING
If you've voted in Illinois before, you don't need to provide ID to vote.
If you're a first-time voter who registered by mail, and didn't provide your driver's license number, state ID number, last 4 digits of your Social Security number, or a copy of a current ID or government document that shows your name and address when you registered, you'll need to provide one of these when you vote. You will be required to provide one of the following:
- copy of a current and valid photo identification
- copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, student ID and either a residential contract/lease or any postmarked mail delivered to your current residence address or other government document that shows your name and address.
Voters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot. After voting provisionally, you will be told how to submit additional proof of registration to the election authority. The additional information must be received by the election authority no later than the close of business on the Tuesday following the election.
Not sure if you’re registered? Check here. This site will also allow you to view a sample ballot, check the status of your vote-by-mail application, and find contact information for your elected officials.
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GREEN FORUM
The third Green Forum is Tuesday, October 25th from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, at the Uptown Library, 929 W Buena. The Green Forum is cohosted by the 46th Ward Office and Buena Park Neighbors. Find more information on our website here. We aim to hold monthly meetings that provide residents a platform to express environmental concerns, learn about local programming focused on environmental sustainability, and organize around action items.
Sustainable Action Items You Can Make Today:
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CASINO UPTOWN
Tuesday, November 2nd from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM at the Aragon Ballroom, located at 1106 W Lawrence. Join us and your neighbors for fun and games by getting your tickets here: CASINO Uptown Tickets.
This event is a major fundraiser for Uptown United and the Uptown Chamber of Commerce and your support helps continue their work in nurturing a diverse, vibrant, thriving, and strong Uptown. The event will feature games, food, and drinks along with a special performance by the roaring 20-piece big band sound of the Lakeside Pride Jazz Orchestra!
For the last eleven years it has been my privilege to work alongside Uptown United and the Uptown Chamber of Commerce. They have been steadfast partners in building a unified business environment; facilitating economic development; and strengthening our community. I’m humbled they’ve chosen to acknowledge the work we've done together and my fellow retiring Uptown elected officials, Alderman Harry Osterman and State Rep Greg Harris at Casino Uptown.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
GIRL'S DAY OF PLAY
Tomorrow, Friday, October 21st from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Gill Park, 825 W Sheridan.
Register here for the event.
LAKVIEW CHURCH OF CHRIST FALL FESTIVAL
Saturday, October 22nd from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, 4716 N Malden.
CPD 19th DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING
Virtual Meeting: Wednesday, October 26th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Register here for the event.
In-Person Meeting: Thursday, October 27th at 6:00 PM, 19th District Station,
850 W Addison. For more information please scan the QR code or call 312-744-0064.
SUNNYSIDE MALL TRICK OR TREATING
Sunday, October 30th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Sunnyside Mall at 1255 to 1320 W Sunnyside, reach out to If you are interested in handing out candy please email Ian at purduewhiting@gmail.com to secure a location.
Volunteers just need to bring a chair and candy!
 
AARP MONTHLY MEETING
Saturday, November 1st from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM, Lakeview Presbyterian Church at 716 W Addison. To join via Zoom please email northsideaarpcommunitygroup@gmail.com.
GRACELAND GHOSTS & SECRETS
Saturday, November 5th from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM, Graceland Cemetery at 4264 N Clark (Greenwood entrance). Support Friends of Inter-American! Buy tickets and register here.
PUMPKIN SMASH COMPOSTING EVENT
Saturday, November 5th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at Lake View High School, 4015 N Ashland. The event is hosted in partnership with Illinois Extension, Chicago Public Schools, Scarce and the city's Department of Streets and Sanitation. If you can't make it to the event you can find more information here.
Pumpkins must be free of candles, stickers, glitter, yarn, synthetic decorations. We can compost pumpkins decorated with water-based paints.
Illinois is a top producer of pumpkins in the U.S., but when jack o’ lanterns are past their prime, many end up in the trash. In Cook County, 37% of landfill material is food waste, a major source of the greenhouse gas methane. In Chicago alone, over 500,000 tons of organic waste is sent to landfills annually.
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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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DONATIONS FOR NEW ARRIVALS FROM TEXAS
Hundreds of migrants have been arriving from the State of Texas to the City of Chicago. As a welcoming city, we know Chicagoans are ready to show their generosity and are looking for ways to support the new arrivals. If you wish to volunteer, please complete the volunteer registration form found here.
The 46th Ward Office is a drop off site for donations. You can view the list of requested donation items and other offices serving as drop-off locations here. Note food is not being accepted.
If you have items that can be donated please stop by the 46th Ward Office, 4544 N Broadway, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM to drop off donations.
For any questions about donations please email: DONATIONS@cityofchicago.org.
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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 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.
NEW INFORMATION ON MVP
Click here to see the latest updates from the CDPH on MPV.
For further questions and concerns, contact the CDPH by calling 312-746-4835 or learn more here. Click here to see their most recent webinar about the virus.
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SCHOOL UPDATES
COURTENAY ELEMENTARY
Today, Thursday, October 20th at 3:30 PM, Courtenay Elementary 4420 N Beacon. Please join us for the ribbon cutting for the new playground!
MCCUTCHEON FUNDRAISER
Monday, October 24th from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, 5224 N Broadway.
Join us in supporting McCutcheon Elementary! Chipotle is hosting a fundraiser with Friends of McCutcheon, 33% of proceeds will be donated!
UPLIFT HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, October 22nd from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Uplift High School at 900 W Wilson.
UPLIFT HIGH SCHOOL AUTUMN FESTIVAL
Friday, October 28th from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM, Uplift High School at 900 W Wilson.
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DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTION UPDATES
If you have questions about any of these projects or other work taking place in the 46th Ward please reach out to our office at ward46@cityofchicago.org or 773-878-4646. When asking about developments or construction work, it is helpful to have the address of where the proposal or work is taking place.
4701 N. CLARK
Developer Platinum Homes is requesting a zoning change from B3-2 to B2-3 in order to construct a five-story residential building. The proposal would have 38 dwelling units (29 two-bedroom, 2 bath units and 9 two-bedroom, 1 bath units with parking for 21 vehicles and 62 bicycles. More feedback from the Clark Street Block Club is needed and Ald. Cappleman will defer to the City's Dept. of Housing to determine how the ARO will be utilized for this development. This development proposal is along Clark Street, which is currently undergoing a retail corridor study led by the Chicago Department of Planning and Development, which is why this department's input is also crucial. Click here for more information.
4642 N. MAGNOLIA
After a close vote, Magnolia-Malden Neighbors voted in favor of approving an upzone to allow for the construction of a 6-unit residential building at this site. Along with their approval, they submitted a list of questions to Finan Development Corporation. The developer is still finishing up responses to the local block club, and it will be posted on the 46th Ward website. Once Ald. Cappleman reviews the developer's responses, he will relay his decision about upzoning this property.
4555 N. DOVER
The developer recently told Ald. Cappleman that he's very close to submitting a proposal for this site. Should a change in zoning be required, Ald. Cappleman will host a meeting with Dover Street Neighbors and the developer to discuss this proposal before a final decision is made.
WE WILL CHICAGO
Review and learn more about Chicago's first citywide planning initiative since 1966 here. Provide feedback through the survey here.
CTA & RED PURPLE LINE MODERNIZATION (RPM) UPDATES
If you have questions, comments, or concerns about the RPM project please contact RPM@transitchicago.com or call 331-303-2499.
RPM CONSTRUCTION NOTICES
Work continuing Wednesday, August 31st through Friday, October 28th. Click here to visit the RPM website for construction updates.
OCTOBER CTA WORK SCHEDULE
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