The newsletter from 47th Ward Alderman Maggie is about EcoFest at Welles Park on Saturday, May 30, highlighting free drop-in activities including a 11AM exercise class (with RSVP) and 11AM and 1PM guided tree walks, plus bike tune-ups and e-bike test rides. It also notes free Brookfield Zoo and Botanical Garden ticket giveaways at Commissioner Degnen’s booth. No zoning, housing, transit, budget, or street-safety policy meetings or votes are mentioned.
16th Ward Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman announced that the 16th Ward service office will be closed on Thursday for Juneteenth. No other zoning, development, housing, transit, budget, or street-safety actions were mentioned in this newsletter.
Alderwoman Maria Hadden (49th Ward) reports City Council action on housing and elections: she led passage of the Affordable Housing Portal Pilot to expand access to city-financed affordable housing listings on IllinoisHousingSearch.org, and supported the Mayor’s Rev. Jesse Jackson Defending Democracy Ordinance. She also notes Howard/Paulina area development progress, with an 80-unit affordable housing project receiving final Zoning Committee approval and work planned to begin in September.
Other updates include Memorial Day office and refuse/recycling schedule changes, the June 6, 2027 budget engagement roundtable, and community announcements such as new Rogers Park businesses, beach season starting Monday, and several local events (arts fest artist applications, park workdays, and upcoming theater performances).
Alderwoman Maria Hadden (49th Ward) reports City Council passage of the Affordable Housing Portal Pilot (creating IllinoisHousingSearch.org listings for city-financed affordable units and a stakeholder working group) and the Mayor’s Rev. Jesse Jackson Defending Democracy Ordinance (election access protections including mailboxes, anti-doxxing for election workers, and related civil lawsuit/access measures). She also notes Howard/Paulina’s Werner development—a planned 80-unit affordable housing project—received final approval from the Zoning Committee and is set to break ground in September, with a business relocation update for the nearby currency exchange site.
Other announcements include Memorial Day office closure and trash/recycling schedule changes, beach season opening, and upcoming ward events such as Budget Engagement Roundtable (June 6) and a Leone Beach Park workday (May 24).
Alderperson Jessie Fuentes (26th Ward) highlights City Council housing and zoning actions, including approvals of multiple zoning changes (e.g., RS-1 to RT-4 at 1616 N St. Louis) and adoption of measures like a centralized listing portal for affordable housing. The newsletter also notes Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Peacebook Executive Order establishing year-round youth peacekeeping and a Working Group, and mentions a Narcan newsstand harm-reduction pilot. Other major announcements/events include the ALSO Walk for Peace (May 23), a Pop-Up for Peace (May 27), Memorial Day office closure (May 25), and a community input survey for Chicago’s Reparations Study through May 31.
In the 2nd Ward newsletter, Alderman Brian Hopkins shared an update on CDOT’s Cortland Street Bridge rehabilitation, noting ongoing disruption from multiple North Side bridge closures while stating pedestrian and bicycle access will remain open. He also reiterated that an ordinance he passed requires CDOT to notify the City Council of non-emergency bridge closures before repairs, and referenced related City Council action on a Jewish American Heritage Month resolution.
Other highlights include the holiday office closure and Memorial Day refuse schedule, plus community events such as the Sueños Chicago Music Festival at Grant Park (May 23–24) and Navy Pier’s summer fireworks beginning May 23, along with announcements for local markets, festivals, and a June 2 Lookingglass Theatre event at Seneca Park.
In his 40th Ward newsletter, Ald. Andre Vasquez highlights City Hall budget and policy work affecting housing affordability and public safety, and notes that charges against the Broadview 6 were dropped after evidence of federal prosecutor tampering. He also updates on major ward streetscape and construction items—nearing completion of the Lincoln Avenue Streetscape traffic-signal phase (with left-turn restrictions), beginning Manor Avenue resurfacing, and selecting a contractor for the Elise Malary Plaza to start in June, plus ongoing Ashland resurfacing work.
Other announcements include the May 25 Memorial Day office closure, a call for People’s Budget project proposals due June 1, volunteer front-desk training on May 29, and several community events such as Memorial Day parade attendance and Chicago Fire Department Camp Courage (June 15–July 29).
In Alderman Scott Waguespack’s 32nd Ward newsletter, he highlights a City Council review of the parking meter deal with Stonepeak and a vote approving a compromise that extends the tipped-wage ordinance phase-out by two years (after a pause). He also notes no major zoning/development decisions were described, but he provides major infrastructure updates including CDOT’s Cortland Street Bridge rehabilitation timeline (bridge closed to vehicles; revised approach expected after June review), upcoming Wellington & Oakdale greenway work for safer bike routes/lower speeds, and a Greenview water main/IEPA drain replacement project. Other updates include CPD CAPS and police meeting recaps, Memorial Day office/cart collection changes, street-sweeping guidance, and community events like 2027 budget engagement roundtables and Movies in the Park; he also mentions the planned closure of sidewalks/vehicle traffic and the community garage sale/Porchfest events.
Alderman Anthony J. Quezada (35th Ward) reports hosting a Community Development and Zoning meeting for a proposed zoning change at 2739–3743 W. Belmont Avenue for a 6-unit condo building, with public feedback accepted until June 5; he also issued support for a separate Avondale housing proposal at California and Melrose that would add 105 homes (with 21 affordable under the Affordable Requirements Ordinance) after review by the Chicago Plan Commission, with next steps in the Zoning Committee and City Council. The City Council approved an ordinance pausing the next tipped wage increase for larger businesses (and adjusting timelines for smaller restaurants), and Ward updates highlight upcoming CDOT arterial resurfacing on Fullerton and California Avenue, plus active infrastructure work tied to water/sewer replacement on N. St. Louis Ave.
Other announcements include Memorial Day office/garbage schedule closures (May 25), volunteer work days at Paseo Prairie Garden, youth program and grant opportunities (including the 2026 ChiArts Grant and CHA “Choose to Own” orientations), and Unity Park events such as Yoga in the Park and Night Beams on May 30.
Anthony Napolitano, Alderman of Chicago’s 41st Ward, did not report any zoning, housing, transit, streets, or budget hearings, ordinances, or development approvals in this newsletter. The main announcements are Memorial Day weekend guidance: residents are encouraged to attend the Norwood Park Memorial Day Parade on Monday at 11:00 a.m., note no garbage/recycling on Monday with delayed service Tuesday–Friday, and the ward office will be closed Monday and reopen Tuesday May 26 at 9:00 a.m. Other items include promotions for 41st Ward business outreach, the CHI311 app/CHI311 reporting, and City business webinar and job-resource links.
Alderman Brendan Reilly (42nd Ward) reports that the Chicago Park District has completed the resurfacing of Montgomery Ward Park’s playground soft surface using Menu Funds, improving child safety. In City Council action, Reilly voted to freeze the tipped workers’ minimum wage increases (keeping it at $12.62/hour for most restaurants) and the chamber also passed the Jesse Jackson Fair Access to Democracy Ordinance, which adds protections for poll workers and creates a permanent advisory council.
Additional items: Reilly introduced resolutions on honoring Sam Sianis and seeking a public referendum for independent legal counsel for City Council, and Council unanimously confirmed Inspector General David Glockner. The newsletter also lists upcoming Memorial Day events, Sueños Music Festival street/sidewalk closures, CAPS meeting dates, and multiple downtown traffic construction closures including State/Lake CTA station reconstruction (State St closed through June 19, 2026) and other utility/bridge work.
Alderwoman Angela Clay (46th Ward) reports that City Council passed her Flexible Heat Ordinance, expanding the “shoulder months” for two-pipe buildings so the required minimum temperature is 64° from April 1 to October 31. She also announces a CDOT-led resurfacing of Sheridan Road (Montrose to Foster, then Foster to Bryn Mawr) with pedestrian safety features, and a virtual neighbor meeting on May 27 about three proposed developments including a by-right 5-story, 19-unit project at 665 W. Sheridan.
Other items include updates on the Grace Greenway nearing completion, a new DWM water main project on Racine (Wilson to Broadway), and ward/community events such as Ward Night (June 2), It’s Your Park Day (May 30), and the Back to School Bash (Aug. 1).
33rd Ward Alderwoman Rossana Rodríguez Sánchez highlighted community zoning and development work, listing active proposals and noting upcoming/ongoing community meetings and feedback in the ward (including zoning change requests such as B3-1 to B3-3 and RS-3 to RT-4). She also promoted budget engagement for the 2027 city budget through three City roundtables, and discussed housing/support efforts tied to encampment response at Ronan Park.
Other major items include Neighbor Nights on June 1 and June 15 (June 15 featuring an MWRD presentation), plus several community announcements such as the Memorial Day message, CARE expansion advocacy, and upcoming local events like Pride and Joy (June 4) and budget/food and other resource opportunities.
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) shared a schedule of upcoming constituent events, including a May 27 mobile office hours at the Little Village Branch Library, a June 2 community meeting at the same library, and public health and food safety programming (June 6 Public Health Summit; June 1 CDPH Food Safety Workshop). The newsletter also highlights a public safety alert about a rise in thefts targeting Honda and Acura vehicles and offers resources such as the 25th Ward Constituent Card for complimentary museum admission.
Other notable announcements include May 30’s Pilsen Pet Adoption & Resource Fair, June 3’s Job Fair at the Rauner Family YMCA, and information on the Chicago Jumping Jack block party program portal opening April 15.
47th Ward Ald. Matt Martin’s newsletter highlights City Council action approving his ordinance to improve violent-extremist screening in Chicago Police Department hiring and to strengthen more transparent, accountable investigations following Inspector General concerns. He also passed/introduced measures aimed at reducing red tape for locally owned breweries and distilleries (allowing small indoor ticketed events) and directing the Business Affairs Department to create a one-stop portal for small-business licenses, permits, and inspections. The newsletter also promotes Mayfestiversary (May 23–24) and other community events including the North Center Yard Sale (May 30–31), Porchfest Lakeview (May 31), EcoFest (May 30), and Memorial Day activities at Rosehill Cemetery.
Alderman Samantha Nugent (39th Ward) reports that Chicago City Council voted to delay the scheduled phaseout of the tipped minimum wage and advanced measures to strengthen voter protections and improve election safeguards, with future budget discussions focused on protecting core city services. The newsletter also highlights ward community events including Officer John Bartholomew’s funeral procession, Solomon Elementary’s Walk, Jog, Roll-a-thon, and school celebrations such as CICS Northtown Academy’s Spring Arts Showcase and Sauganash Elementary’s “Mary Poppins.”
Alderman Timmy Knudsen (43rd Ward) highlighted City Council action approving landmark protections for the Roger Brown home/studio and two DePaul buildings (Byrne Hall and Cortelyou Commons), as well as approval of a citywide affordable housing pilot program with an online renter database. The newsletter also notes ongoing 43rd Ward involvement in the Francis W. Parker school expansion/field lighting proposal (including publishing 620 feedback responses) and continued pressure over ComEd’s proposed 1111 W. Diversey Parkway substation zoning classification and permit review. Other updates include Memorial Day office/garbage schedule notices and community events such as North Pond Restaurant’s “Seedlings” giveaway and Lincoln Park High School’s Class of 2026 graduation.
In Alderman Pat Dowell’s 3rd Ward newsletter, he explains his “no” vote on a City Council ordinance related to restricting extremist activity by police officers, saying the final version narrowed accountability too much and he wants a comprehensive standard for all city government employees. The newsletter also promotes Alderman Dowell’s 2027 City budget engagement roundtables (June 3, June 6, and June 16) and provides an update on sewer improvement work on Pershing Rd. from Giles Ave. to Cottage Grove Ave., including upcoming traffic control beginning May 26 and expected completion by end of June 2026. It additionally notes the South Loop Farmers Market will run May 23–Oct. 31 (with closures July 4 and Sept. 12).
Alderman of the 34th Ward reports on May City Council actions including approving David Glockner as Inspector General, expanding the Canal–Congress TIF to include the Greyhound Station, and supporting the Rev. Jesse Jackson Fair Access to Democracy ordinance and a ban on police officers tied to extremist groups. The newsletter also notes housing/development progress (landmark approval for the adaptive reuse of 30 N. LaSalle to create 349 apartments) and city safety/governance votes, along with ongoing transit and street projects affecting the ward (including CTA State/Lake station reconstruction and multiple CDOT bridge works). Other major updates include Memorial Day closures/activities, local events like the Fulton River District mural meet-and-greet and the Sueños festival with related street/sidewalk closures, the opening of the Mary Bartelme Park playground, and reminders about upcoming CAPS meetings and ward infrastructure resurfacing/sidewalk work.
The newsletter from the 15th Ward focuses on two fatal violence incidents in Canaryville (Officer Kevin Mangan attacked) and West Englewood (an arson on S. Paulina St.), urges residents to report suspicious activity, and shares several city items including a Property Tax Rebate Program (O2026-0025479), a TIF Neighborhood Improvement Program (O2026-0025481), and “Protecting Places of Worship” (O2026-0025456). It also notes ward-level actions like a new stop sign at 51st/Washenaw and mentions Memorial Day events including a wreath laying ceremony at Daley Plaza (May 23, 11 a.m.) and a Dearborn St. parade (May 23, 12 p.m.). Other announcements include applications for youth summer internships and additional neighborhood services/cleanup updates.