February News in the 36th Ward! ❄️

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Welcome to the 36th Ward Newsletter!

Scroll Down for Upcoming Events, Ward Updates, and Community Resources!

Thank you to all who attended our Coffee with a Commander event in West Town. Your participation and support make all the difference. Stay tuned for our next Coffee with a Commander event, which will be announced soon!

STUDENTS: Checkout the Chicago Latino Caucus Foundation Scholarship Opportunity

📣 APPLY NOW: The Chicago Latino Caucus Foundation (CLCF) Scholarship is now open. Applicants can apply online anytime now until April 11, 2025.

For more information and to see the requirements visit: ccclatinocaucus.org/about-scholarships.

📣 SOLICITE AHORA: La beca de la Chicago Latino Caucus Foundation (CLCF) ya está abierta. Los solicitantes pueden presentar su solicitud en línea en cualquier momento hasta el 11 de abril de 2025.

Para obtener más información y requisitos, visite: ccclatinocaucus.org/about-scholarships.

HOMEOWNERS: Join Our Monthly Events with Northwest Center

Our monthly Homeowners Help event is held every first Tuesday and Thursday of the month. No registration is needed, just stop by the office - we look forward to seeing you soon!

Alderman Villegas Named to Advisory Board for AI Week Chicago

"I'm bullish on the City of Chicago's role in the future of artificial intelligence and grateful to join other industry leaders to make sure this year's #ChicagoAIWeek2025 is another hit. The future is getting built right here in our hometown."

Learn more here: chicagoaiweek.com

Veterans Business Project Pilot 🇺🇸

I look forward to getting Veterans across our entire city connected with business opportunities. Entrepreneurial endeavors align well with the skills, persistence, and discipline that so many train and hone while serving.

Full article here: tinyurl.com/28k5bm7k

36th Ward Newsletter:

February 2025

Dear 36th Ward Residents:

I hope you are staying warm during these chilly days. As we make our way through these final winter weeks, let's celebrate the resilience and unity that make our community strong. Wishing you a month filled with warmth, progress, and connection—stay safe and stay involved!

Office Hours in the 36th Ward! ⏰

Monday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Please note: our offices are closed for lunch between 12:45-1:30pm Monday and Wednesday and 1:45-2:30pm Tuesday and Thursday.

VISIT OUR OFFICES:

36th Ward Belmont Cragin Office
6560 W Fullerton Ave
Unit # C118 - Suite A
Chicago, IL 60707

36th Ward West Town Office
2246 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Upcoming Events in the 36th Ward:

(Scroll Down for Flyers & More Info on These Events)

🐾 February 22 at 12pm: CACC Adoption Event

🇺🇦 February 24 at 6pm: Prayer for Ukraine at Holy Name Cathedral

🏠 March 4 at 2:30pm: H elp for Homeowners Event

👮🏽‍♀️ March 12 at 7pm: 12th District West Town Community Meeting

CONTACT THE 36TH WARD OFFICE

For all service requests and questions, call our office at 773-745-4636 or send an email to [email protected]. Please include your name, home address, and phone number so my staff can best assist you.

As a reminder, we have two 36th Ward Offices to serve our constituents: one in West Town, and one in Belmont Cragin.

We are closed for lunch from 12:45pm to 1:30pm Monday, Wednesday and 1:45pm to 2:30pm Tuesday, Thursday. Stop by to ask questions and get connected to resources!

Sincerely,
Alderman Gilbert Villegas & the 36th Ward Team

36th Ward Upcoming Events

CACC: Fee-Waived Event

Chicago Animal Care and Control (CACC) is hosting its “Love is in the Air” adoption event, taking place on Saturday, February 22, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 2741 S. Western Ave. See the flyer and scan the QR code for more information.

You can also visit: tinyurl.com/m8fv46ax

[ES] Chicago Animal Care and Control (CACC) organiza su evento de adopción “Love is in the Air”, que tendrá lugar el sábado 22 de febrero de 12 p.m. a 6 p. m. en 2741 S. Western Ave. Vea el folleto y escanee el código QR para obtener más información.

También puedes visitar: tinyurl.com/m8fv46ax

Northwest Center: Help for Homeowners

Our monthly Homeowners Help event will resume in February 2025. It will be held on 2/4 and 2/6 and every first Tuesday and Thursday every month following that. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

[ES] Nuestro evento mensual de Ayuda para propietarios de viviendas se reanudará en febrero de 2025. Se llevará a cabo del 4 al 6 de febrero y, a partir de entonces, el primer martes y jueves de cada mes. ¡Esperamos volver a verte pronto!

POLICY UPDATES FROM ALDERMAN VILLEGAS

✍🏽 ETHICS COMMITTEE: Hearings Held on Ineligible for Rehire List

Alderman Villegas questioned the current process that is in place for adding former City employees to the Ineligible for Rehire list, commonly called the
"Do Not Hire List."

"The Ineligible for Rehire List should not be used as a tool of retribution. It is clear the current procedure is too subjective and due for updating.
I thank Chairman Martin for holding this hearing."

Full clip: youtube.com/watch?v=KQkzu-16j9Y

✅ ZONING UPDATE: 800 block of North Damen Avenue

✍🏽 INTRODUCED: Resolution Calling for Companies to Stay Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity is a powerful asset for companies, bringing together unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas that drive innovation and problem-solving. Inclusive teams foster creativity, improve decision-making, and better reflect the diverse customers they serve. By embracing diversity, companies build stronger, more adaptable workplaces that lead to long-term success and growth.

RESOURCES

Protect Yourself from Rogue Towing!

Read the tips below to stay safe and retrieve your vehicle.

REMEMBER:
- Never accept a tow from a tow truck you did not call.
- Read all forms carefully before you sign.
- Call 911 if a tow truck driver is harassing you
- READ MORE BELOW!

KEEPING OUR WARD CLEAN

Residents, please REMOVE any and all materials that you are using in the street to save yourself a parking spot. If things are seen on the parkway, they will be moved out of the street. If they are placed there again, the Chicago Department of Streets & Sanitation will remove these materials.

🗑♻️ As always, please REPORT any excess trash you see on the streets. Put in a request to 311.chicago.gov & email a picture to [email protected]. Be sure to include the address and a description of the issue in the email. You can also call our office at 312-744-4324.

❄️ If you see a bike lane that is need of being plowed and salted, please contact the Chicago Department of Transportation. You can also reach out to our office via email, phone call, or on social media. Please take photos and videos so that they can be forwarded accordingly.

PROMOTING COMMUNITY SAFETY

- Our office works closely with the Chicago Police Department and the Cook County Sheriff's Office to respond to crimes and keep our residents safe.
- As a reminder, always CALL 911 whenever you see a crime or suspicious activity occurring. That is the only way for CPD to know when & where to target their responses.
- Attend a community meeting with your Police District! At the bottom of this email, you will find the CAPS Police Beat Meeting Schedules for the 11th, 12th, and 25th Police Districts. Find your Police District & Beat here: operations.chicagopolice.org/FindMyDistrict

POLICE BEAT MEETING
SCHEDULES FOR 2025:
11th, 12th, 16th, and 25th Districts

11th District Schedule:

12th District Schedule:

16th District Schedule:

25th District Schedule:

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