In this newsletter:

26th Ward Office Events •  26th Ward Office Updates  • Resources for Youth • Community Events • Public Notices • Job Opportunities

Neighbors, 

This Memorial Day weekend, Chicago made it through without a single homicide for the first time in at least decade. Our ward was part of that. Five new Narcan stands, 31 years of ALSO Peace Walks, and a community that shows up for each other. Here's what we got into this week.

Harm Reduction through Narcan Newsstands

Last week we unveiled FIVE Narcan newsstands across the 26th Ward. Narcan can reverse an opioid overdose and is now accessible to you at no cost without any questions. We’ve lost too many people to the opioid crisis and we are committed to caring for one another.

We’ve added the newsstands to our assets map — thank you to Association House, BUILD, CTS Health, New Life Centers, and PRCC VPI for maintaining the stands. Our community is healthier and safer because of every one of you.

Walk for Peace Into a Safe Memorial Day Weekend In Chicago

ALSO held their annual Peace Walk and we celebrated with a cookout! Ensuring safe weekends is achieved by the year round work of violence prevention organizations. We had face painting, haircuts, food, boxing, basketball, and pure joy for our youth and their families. Our whole community helped make this weekend amazing.

Pop-Up for Peace Recap

On Wednesday, we hosted a Pop-Up for Peace near Kilbourn and Homer. It was an opportunity to bring neighbors together, connect residents with resources, and continue showing up for a block that has experienced recent violence. I had the pleasure of speaking with so many neighbors. People shared their concerns, but they also shared their commitment to the community and their desire to see the block thrive. Those conversations reminded me that the majority of residents want the same thing: safe streets, strong relationships, and a neighborhood where families can feel comfortable spending time outdoors.

Reclaiming space matters. Every time neighbors come together, they help build the sense of community that makes our neighborhoods stronger and safer. Wednesday's event was a reminder that we are at our best when we show up for one another and work collectively to create the community we all need and deserve. We keep us safe!

Humboldt Park Town Hall

Humboldt Park! I want to hear from you!

Get up to speed on what’s happening in your part of the ward, hear about investments coming to our blocks, and so much more. Most of all it's a space for me to listen. Bring your questions, concerns, and ideas.

📍 Encuentro Square, 3759 W. Cortland

🗓️ Monday, June 8

🕕 6 to 7:30 PM

🔗 Register at bit.ly/townhallhp 

First Ever Puerto Rican Flag Raising Ceremony in Daley Plaza

I am so excited to announce that for the first time in history, we will have the honor of raising the Puerto Rican flag in Daley Plaza! Everyone is welcome to join me at this monumental event.

The flag raising is the unofficial kick off to the Puerto Rican People’s Day Parade and Fiestas Patronales. I hope I see you there.

In Solidarity,

Alderperson Jessie Fuentes

26th Ward Office Updates

Community Resources

Immigration Rights Resources

Construction Projects

26th Ward Zoning

The 26th Ward's community-led zoning process requires anyone requesting a zoning change to first complete a zoning intake form. After review, they present their request to the Zoning Advisory Committee and answer questions. In some cases, they may also present at a community input meeting.

Reproductive Justice

If you know someone looking for reproductive justice resources in Chicago, they can go to this Department of Public Health resource page to use the City’s digital community resource directory. There is also a free talkline (1-888-493-0092) where operators are available to share information on various reproductive justice options.