32nd Ward Newsletter March 13, 2026

32nd Ward Newsletter March 13, 2026

Dear John,

A reminder that Election Day is this coming Tuesday, March 17^th. If you haven’t already voted, you still can vote at an early voting location through Tuesday. If you have a mail in ballot, you may want to drop it off at one of the drop box locations rather than mail it in so close to the election; any ballot postmarked after the election will not be counted. The drop boxes are at all of the early voting locations. On Election Day itself, you can either vote at one of the early voting locations or at your assigned polling location- note- you cannot drop off your mail in ballot at your assigned polling place. Click here to see your assigned polling place (may have changed from the last election); you can also see your sample ballot here as well.

The 14th and 19th Police Districts are providing vehicle safety assistance programs. The 19th has an appointment process for airbag and catalytic converter theft deterrence. The 14th will be hosting an event on March 21st for theft deterrence devices as well. There is a nationwide alert for owners of Hondas, as thieves are targeting Hondas for airbags. See below for details.

Have a good weekend and a happy and safe St. Patrick's Day!

Alderman Scott Waguespack

March CAPS Meetings

14th Police District

1432- March 18, 6pm

Holstein Park

2200 N. Oakley

[email protected]

14th District Twitter

14th District CAPS- 312-744-1261





19th Police District

1921/1922- March 18, 6:30pm (meeting time has been changed)

Police Auditorium

2452 W. Belmont

1931- March 24, 6:30pm (time and location change)

Lathrop Advancement Center

2820 N. Leavitt

1932- March 26, 6:30pm (date, time, and location change)

Lincoln Park Library

1150 W. Fullerton

[email protected]

19th District Twitter

19th District CAPS- 312-744-0064

14th Police District and 19th Police District 
Vehicle Safety Days

Early Voting- Ward Locations

You can vote at any of these locations!

Vote By Mail Reminder

The United States Postal Service cannot guarantee your Vote By Mail return ballot envelopes will be postmarked the same day that you mailed it. Any ballot postmarked after Election Day on March 17 cannot be accepted. USPS recommends voters take additional precautions and mail their completed Vote By Mail Ballot at least one week (March 10) before Election Day.

Returning your ballot close to Election Day (March 17)? You have options!

• Drop your ballot off into any of 52 Secure Drop Boxes located at all Early Voting sites in Chicago – even on Election Day!
• Starting February 12 at the New Voting Supersite at 137 S. State St.
• Starting March 2 at all 50 Ward Early Voting Sites across the city
• Go to the post office counter and request a manual postmark
• Deliver your ballot directly to 69 W. Washington St. – either at the First-Floor lobby drop box or in the 6th Floor office

All qualified ballots properly postmarked by Election Day (March 17) and received up to 14 days after (March 31) will be processed and counted for the 2026 Primary Election. The Chicago Board of Elections will send you an email when it receives your ballot return envelope, and again when your ballot has been processed and counted.

Please Note: Precinct polling places on Election Day do not have drop boxes. Precinct election judges cannot accept Vote By Mail ballots, and VBM ballots returned at precinct polling places will not be processed. Voters instead can use any of 51 Vote Centers open on Election Day to return their Vote By Mail ballot, including the new downtown voting Supersite at 137 S. State St.

Don’t risk a late postmark on your ballot – take any of the steps above to make sure your vote counts!

For more information, click here.

Property Tax Exemptions

Property tax exemptions are savings that contribute to lowering a homeowner’s property tax bill. The most common is the Homeowner Exemption, which saves a Cook County property owner an average of approximately $950 dollars each year.  Click the flyer above for more information on what exemptions you may qualify for.

Water Main Project Update 3/13/26

Dickens, Damen to Avondale

Both crews will be on Dickens

Monday (3/16/26) - Thursday (3/19/2026): Installing water main on Dickens between Damen & Winchester and between Wolcott & Avondale

Friday (3/20/26) : Flushing on Dickens followed by pressure test on following Monday.

Water Service Interruptions:

No scheduled water main shutdown unless if there is any emergency. DWM will provide advance notice before any service interruptions.

Traffic & Parking Impacts: 

No parking will be allowed within the active work zone during construction hours.

In addition to contacting our office with questions, residents can look for a Water Department supervisor on the street wearing a white hard hat to have questions answered immediately. 

Check out your neighborhood’s St. Patrick’s Day deals, offerings, & events!

Bottle & Bottega - Sat. Mar. 14 | Mimosa Brunch - Irish Cliffs

Tue. Mar. 17 | St. Patrick’s Day - Irish Love

Beermiscuous - Try an Irish Red Ale

Candyality - Get your St. Patrick’s Day candies

Corridor Brewery - Stop in for some fish & chips

Roscoe Village Pub - Enjoy a pint of Guinness

Southport Grocery - Shepherd’s Pie & more!

Book Club - Tue. Mar. 17 | Open Mic Night

Schubas - Sat. Mar. 14 | St. Paddy’s Day Show

Building Blocks - Tue. Mar. 17 | St. Patrick’s Day Dot Art

Chicago Park District

Spring Program Registration

In-Person Registration:

Parks begin in-person registration on Saturday, March 14, or Monday, March 16. Check a park's date: 2026 Spring Program Registration Dates by Park. In-person registration is available if spots remain after online registration has begun. 

The spring session runs from March 30, 2026 to June 7, 2026. Program highlights include the Park Kids Afterschool program for youth ages 6 to 12, learn to swim courses for patrons of all ages, and teen programs, including weight training instruction, at multiple parks.

Prepare for registration by exploring information on the Programs 101 page.

2026 Savor Lincoln Park

Savor Lincoln Park returns as Chicago’s premier indoor neighborhood food festival, bringing together more than 25 of Lincoln Park’s favorite restaurants under one roof for an unforgettable evening of food and drink. With one ticket, guests can sample a wide variety of bites and beverages, discover new favorites, and enjoy Lincoln Park’s delicious dining scene.

Wednesday, March 18

6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Theater on the Lake

2401 N. DuSable Lake Shore Dr.

Easter Events

Click here for details and tickets!

Grab your favorite morning brew and join in for the great company and conversation. This event is hosted in partnership with the Lincoln Park Chamber, Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber and Small Business Advocacy Council.

Wednesday, March 18

8:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Athenaeum Center

2936 N. Southport

Chicago Animal Care and Control Donations

City News

• CTA's New Security Plan Includes Sheriff's Deputies on Trains, High-barrier Gates and Farecard Inspections
• Illinois Voter Guide for Election Day 2026: What to Know Before You Vote 
• What Time Do Polls Open and Close on Election Day in Illinois? Voting Hours to Know
• St. Patrick's Day 2026: How to See the Parades and Chicago River Dyeing

Alderman Scott Waguespack

2657 North Clybourn

Chicago, IL 60614

(773) 248-1330

[email protected]