Thriving 21 Weekly Bulletin

July 22, 2026

Hi 21st Ward Family,

Last week, Mother Nature tested our city with extreme heat and smoke from the Canadian wildfires.

During this difficult time, my office conducted wellness checks, shared safety information and connected some of our most vulnerable residents with helpful resources. I was also encouraged to see neighbors checking on one another and making sure loved ones were safe.

When times are hard, we must lean on and care for one another. As your Alderman, I remain committed to making sure our community has the information, resources and support it needs—but this work takes all of us.

Thank you for continuing to show up for your neighbors.

Together, we're building a thriving 21st Ward.

— Alderman Ronnie L. Mosley

Progress by the Numbers

This Week in the 21st Ward

• Completed 320 city service requests
• 12+ development projects advancing
• 2 resurfacing projects completed

Building a Thriving 21

We're continuing to make progress across the 21st Ward with new housing, business investments, infrastructure improvements, and community development projects. Here's a look at some of the latest updates:

Economic Development

Residential

• Morgan Park Commons (115th & Halsted)
• Beverly Ridge Phase 1B (105th & Vincennes)
• 111th & Eggleston Development Site
• Gonsosa Development (8676-94 S. Vincennes) 
• 433 Missionary (433 W. 119th St.)

Business

• Living Fresh Market 2.0 (821 W. 115th St.) 
• Midwest Express Clinic (120 W. 87th St.)
• Shell Gas Station (1421 W. 95th St.)
• Lior's Cafe (10500 S. Halsted)
• Eiffel Waffle (10321 S. Halsted)
• Legacy Restaurant (818 W. 103rd St.)
• Former Walmart Site (8331 S. Stewart St.)
• Restaurant Blossom 2 Bloom (8959 S. Ashland)
• Genesus Construction Training Center (1407 W. 95th St.)

Parks, Recreation & Community Spaces

• Jackie Robinson Park Improvements – Ribbon cutting anticipated in late summer 2026.
• Major Taylor Trail Art Installation (111th Street) – Public art project and ribbon cutting planned, featuring artwork connected to Wild Blossom Meadery.

Industrial Development

• TDL Center at Olive-Harvey College, 10001 S.Woodlawn Ave

Urban Agriculture

• We Sow We Grow Farm (11958 S. Union)

Education & Institutional Development

• Chicago Collegiate Charter School (314 W. 108th St.)

Infrastructure

Investments in our neighborhoods are moving forward. Here's a look at the projects that will improve our streets, transportation infrastructure, and quality of life.

Upcoming work includes:

• Metra's 89th & Morgan Bridge Project remains on schedule.

Completed street resurfacing:

• 115th–116th & Laflin
• 99th–101st & Green

Good infrastructure is about more than pavement. It's about safer streets, stronger neighborhoods, and protecting the investments residents have made in their communities.

The Department of Transportation has a tool called the Chi Street Work Portal where you can input an address and see all surrounding permits for projects on that street. 

21st Ward Services

Did you know our office can assist with:

• City service requests
• Streets and sanitation concerns
• Housing resources
• Business assistance
• Senior services
• Development questions
• Infrastructure concerns

If you need assistance, our team is here to help.

Every street improvement, every new business, every housing development, every community event, and every constituent request resolved moves us one step closer to the kind of neighborhood we all deserve.



Thank you for allowing me to serve as your Alderman. My office remains committed to being accessible, responsive, and focused on delivering results for every resident of the 21st Ward.

Together, we're building a thriving 21st Ward.

In the Community

Creating Summer Opportunities for Chicago’s Youth



I joined Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Department of Family and Support Services, Chicago Youth Works and Phalanx Family Services to highlight the growth of youth employment opportunities across Chicago.

Chicago Youth Works is now the second-largest city-run youth employment program in the country. I am especially proud that Auburn Gresham and Roseland rank among the top five communities citywide for youth hires. Connecting young people with jobs, mentorship and positive opportunities is an important investment in their futures and the safety of our neighborhoods.

Photo Credit: Lanette Warbington

The Return to Motown

I enjoyed attending The Return to Motown at APC Theater right here in the 21st Ward. Supporting local theater and the talented artists who bring music, culture and entertainment to our community is part of building a thriving ward. The next performances are Saturday, September 12, at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM at 11409 S. Vincennes Ave.

Photo Credit: Lanette Warbington

Celebrating Our Block Clubs

Summer block parties are a special tradition in the 21st Ward! I enjoyed visiting neighbors at the 86th & Parnell and 91st & Carpenter block club celebrations, as well as the PlayStreets event on 107th Place. Each gathering was filled with food, music, family-friendly activities and fellowship.

Thank you to our block club presidents and residents for creating opportunities for neighbors to connect and build stronger, safer communities together.

Photo Credit: Lanette Warbington

Public Safety Corner

Honda Air Bag Theft Alert

The Chicago Police Department continues reporting air bag thefts involving Honda vehicles.

Protect your vehicle by:

• Using a steering wheel lock
• Parking in well-lit areas
• Reporting suspicious activity immediately

Small preventative steps can make a significant difference.

Stay Alert: Secretary of State Text Scams

Fraudulent text messages claiming to come from the Illinois Secretary of State continue circulating.



Remember:

• Never click suspicious links.
• Never send payment through unsolicited texts.
• Verify information only through official state websites.

When in doubt, delete the message.

Visit the Illinois Secretary of State's official website for more information.

Block Club Resources

Free Jumping Jack for Summer Block Parties

Planning a summer block party? The City of Chicago’s Jumping Jack Program is back, offering free inflatable bounce houses for residential block parties across the city.

Applications are open now through September 6th on weekends. This is a great opportunity to bring neighbors together, create safe and fun spaces for our youth, and build stronger connections across the 21st Ward.

Please note: this program is only available for residential block parties, and requests are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Upcoming Events

21st Ward Community Events

Movies in the Park

Join us for free family movie nights under the stars at Fernwood Park (10436 S. Wallace) featuring the movie: Gremlins on July 22 at 7:45 PM



Movie begins at dusk

Free snacks while supplies last.

Join Us for Saturday’s Town Hall

Stay informed and connected at our Monthly Town Hall this Saturday, July 25, from 9:30 AM–12:30 PM at Woodson Regional Library, 9525 S. Halsted St.

We’ll focus on water management, environmental concerns and emergency preparedness, with City departments and community organizations available to share resources and answer your questions.

I encourage all residents to attend and stay engaged in our community.

Help Us Launch a New Community Safety Tool

21st Ward Residents there is an exciting opportunity happening in our Ward. We are partnering with SplitsecAI on new technology to detect gunshots in our community.

SplitSec will join us at our upcoming Town Hall on Saturday, July 25, from 9:30 AM–12:30 PM at Carter G. Woodson Regional Library.

Residents can receive a hands-on demonstration of its gunshot-detection app and sign up for a free two-month trial. The app does not record audio, track your location or share personal information.

Free Immunizations Across the 21st Ward!

Families in the 21st Ward can take advantage of several upcoming Back-to-School Immunization Clinics to ensure students are ready for the first day of class.

Free vaccinations will be available at locations throughout our community. Don't wait until the last minute—protect your child's health and get school-ready today.

City Events

City, County, and State Resources

Business Resources

For more info and to apply, visit

http://Chicago.gov/RFPs.

Senior & Veteran Resources

Housing & Utility Resources

Youth Resources

Health Resources

Employment Opportunites

Looking for a career in public service? Explore open roles across local, county, and state agencies, covering administration, finance, operations, public safety, education, transportation, parks, and more

Every street improvement, new business, housing development, community event, and constituent request resolved moves us one step closer to the kind of neighborhood we all deserve.

Thank you for allowing me to serve as your Alderman. My office remains committed to being accessible, responsive, and focused on delivering results for every resident.

Together, we're building a Thriving 21.

21st Ward Office

10801 S. Halsted St

Chicago, Illinois 60628

Tel: (773) 881-9300

Email: [email protected]

Web: aldmosley21.com

Office Hours:



Monday 9 AM - 7PM

Tuesday 9 AM - 5 PM

Wednesday 9 AM - 5 PM

Thursday 9 AM - 5 PM

Friday 9 AM - 3 PM



Sat. & Sun. - CLOSED

Constituents Hours:

Mondays

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Monthly Townhall Meetings

Every 4th Saturday

January - October

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Carter G. Woodson Library

9525 S. Halsted St.