Email from Office of Alderman Ronnie L. Mosley, 21st Ward Alderman

Thriving 21 Weekly Bulletin

September 4, 2026

Hello 21st Ward Family!

Goodbye, August—and hello, September!

August kept us moving across Chicago and throughout the 21st Ward. Thank you to every organizer, volunteer, and community partner who helped make Summertime Chi so memorable.

September brings even more opportunities to come together, beginning with the City of Chicago’s annual Senior Fest on September 17th at Millennium Park. This free event celebrates Chicago residents age 60 and older with entertainment, activities, and valuable resources.

The 21st Ward will provide bus transportation downtown. To reserve your seat and receive departure details, call our office at 773-881-9300. Space is limited.

Be sure to also mark your calendar for these upcoming community events:

September 12: Renaissance Festival and Maple Park Fest
September 20: Oakdale Park House Fest

Finally, City offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day, and garbage and recycling schedules will be adjusted. Please review the updated collection schedule for the upcoming week.

September is already shaping up to be another great month in the 21st Ward. As always, we’re Better Together.

We are Better Together.

— Alderman Ronnie L. Mosley

Progress by the Numbers

Service Requests July 24th - August 21st

361 Total Service Requests

115 Completed Service Requests

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:

Infrastructure

Street Work Being Done in September:

Completed

S. May St.: W. 87th St. - W. 88th St.

Upcoming Work

W. 93rd St.: S. Beverly Blvd. - S. Ashland Ave. Projected Pave 8/27/2026 and 9/3/2026
S. Green St.: W. 99th St. - W. 101st. St. Projected Pave 9/14/2026
S. Union Ave.: W. 104th St. - W. 105th St. Projected Pave 9/15/2026
W. 108th Pl.: S. Beverly Blvd. - S. Morgan St. Projected Pave 9/15/2026
W. 109th St.: S. Beverly Blvd. - S. Morgan St. Projected Pave 9/16/2026
S. Lowe Ave.: W. 107th St. - W. 109th St. Projected Pave 9/17/2026
S. Wallace St.: W 107th St. - W. 111th St. Projected Pave 9/21/2026
S. Parnell Ave.: W. 111th St. - W. 112th St. Projected Pave 9/21/2026
S. Normal Ave.: W. 109th St. W. 110th Pl. Projected Pave 9/22/2026
W. 110th Pl.: S. Normal Ave. - Dead End Projected Pave 9/22/2026
S. Throop St.: W. 122nd St. - W. 123rd St. Projected Pave 9/23/2026

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.

Submit A Service Request

Divvy for Everyone Program

The Divvy for Everyone Program provides a full year of bikeshare access for just $5 for income-qualified residents.

To learn more about this program, click here.

In the Community

DDM Leukemia Awareness Foundation’s Boots on the Ground Backyard Barbeque Fundraiser

I was honored to attend the DDM Leukemia Awareness Foundation’s Boots on the Ground Backyard Barbeque Fundraiser in support of Beverly Mitchell, who works out of our office. After losing her son to leukemia, Beverly has dedicated herself to raising awareness in his memory. Thank you, Beverly, for your strength, advocacy, and commitment to bringing our community together around this important cause.

Photo Credit: Lanette Warbington

Public Safety Corner

SplitSec.AI Community Safety Pilot

Residents can sign up for a free two-month trial of the gunshot-detection app, which helps identify possible gunfire and share safety alerts with trusted contacts.

The app does not record audio, track your location or share your personal information.

It is currently available for Android devices, with an Apple version coming soon.

Use this link to sign up: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.splitsec.ai&pli=1

SplitSec.AI Month Week 4 Pilot Report

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.

Attend Your CAPS Beat Meeting: 005, 006, and 022 Districts

CAPS Beat Meetings give residents the opportunity to meet with Chicago Police officers, discuss neighborhood crime and safety concerns, share feedback, and work together on solutions that help make our communities safer. Your voice makes a difference.

Chicago Police Department - Find My District, Beat or Station

Second Chance Summit

Upcoming Events

21st Ward Community Events

Stay Engaged with the 21st Ward

Every month, our Town Halls bring City departments, community organizations, and residents together in one place.

Whether we’re discussing housing, public safety, economic development, or infrastructure, our goal remains the same: put the right information, the right people, and the right resources directly in front of our residents.

Your participation helps shape the future of our community, and I encourage you to stay engaged throughout the year.

2026 Street Sweeping Schedule

Don't forget to check your street sweeping dates and move your vehicle before your scheduled sweep to avoid tickets. Use the section map to find your assigned area and help keep the 21st Ward clean.

Upcoming Street Sweeping:

September 3-4: Section 15 — 95th -99th & Lowe-Genoa

Filming Notice for Throop Street Residents

Neighbors, please plan ahead for filming in the community on Tuesday, September 1. From 7 a.m. to 11:59 p.m., the east side of Throop Street between 105th Street and 106th Place will be a No Parking/Tow Zone.

Please move your vehicle before 7 a.m. to avoid being towed, and share this notice with neighbors who may be affected.

Driveways, loading zones, bus stops and accessible parking spaces will remain open.

For questions, contact the Chicago Film Office at 312-744-6415.

City Events

CTA Summer Connections

Chicago Parks Participatory Budgeting

Chicago House Music Festival

City, County, and State Resources

Business Resources

Calling Local Subcontractors!

Learn about opportunities connected to Morgan Park Commons at a Subcontractor Outreach and Pre-Bid Event on Tuesday, September 15, at 10 a.m., at 835 W. 115th Street.

Meet the development team, Leopardo + Ujamaa JV, and Environmental Protection Industries to learn how your business can get involved in this neighborhood investment.

Registration is required: https://tandemv.biz/MPCPreBid

111th/Eggleston Proposals

Small Business Improvement Fund

Business Webinars

Business Entrepreneur Certificate

Senior & Veteran Resources

Senior Guide

Housing & Utility Resources

Property Tax Bills Now Available Online

Cook County’s 2025 Second Installment property tax bills are now available at CookCountyTreasurer.com.

Bills will be mailed by September 1 and payments are due October 1, 2026. Residents can search by address or Property Index Number (PIN) to view, download, or pay their bill.

Youth Resources

New Class Alert: Little Music Makers

West Point School of Music, 1233 W. 109th Place, is now enrolling children ages 5–8 in Little Music Makers! Students will explore singing, rhythm, movement, and instruments while building creativity and confidence.

Thursdays | 4:30–6:00 p.m.

Enroll for the 2026–2027 school year

Health Resources

Veteran Resources

The Assessor’s Office administers both the Veterans with Disabilities and the Returning Veterans Exemptions, which can reduce the property tax bills of veterans.

The Veterans with Disabilities Exemption is for veterans with a service-connected disability.

The Returning Veterans Exemption is for veterans returning from active duty in armed conflict who are eligible to receive a reduction.

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

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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