36th Ward Newsletter for April 2026

36th Ward Newsletter:

April 2026

Dear Neighbors,

As we wrap up the first quarter of 2026, I just want to say thank you for your participation and engagement in our shared 36th Ward! From Earth Day Community Clean Ups to establishing more neighborhood Block Cubs, we have hit the ground running this year, and I look forward to continuing that momentum for the rest of 2026.

Remember, the 36th Ward office is always here to help. We have our office in Belmont Cragin and West Town with staff who can assist you with any city services you may need.

Thank you, as always, for allowing me to serve you.

Sincerely,

Alderman Gilbert Villegas 36th Ward

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:

🪖 Vet Connect: May 5 at 12:00 PM: Belmont Cragin Office

🎖️ Vet Connect #2: May 19 at 12:00 PM: Belmont Cragin Office

🏠 Community Yard Sale: June 27 at 10:00 AM: Sayre Park

✄ July 18 10:00 AM: Belmont Cragin Office

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

POLICY UPDATES FROM ALDERMAN VILLEGAS

🇵🇷 April 13th is now "Borinqueneers Day" in Chicago!

I was extremely happy and grateful to spotlight Puerto Rican culture, the historic 65th Infantry Regiment Borinqueneers, and pass a resolution honoring the historic all Puerto Rican unit that served in WWI, WWII, and the Korean War.

Thank you to American Legion Post #939, AfriCaribe and Veteran Roasters Cafe for helping make this a success!

➡️ Watch the full program we held downtown here.

✍🏽 Alderman Gilbert Villegas Named New Zoning Chair

I want to thank my colleagues for having the confidence to support me as Chair of the Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards. I also want to thank my colleague Alderman Bennett Lawson for the tremendous work he has done. I look forward to working with him to make sure we continue moving in the right direction and keep the momentum going in the city.

The City of Chicago is the best city in the world. As the new Zoning Chairman, I am ready to build on that greatness by championing smart, inclusive development that strengthens our neighborhoods and fuels our economy.

Together, we will cut through red tape, utilize technology to modernize our systems, improve efficiency, and unlock new opportunities for every ward - designing a future where Chicago doesn't just grow, it thrives.

The hard work continues.

➡️ Full statement linked here

🗓️ Getting Back to Work!

The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks, and Building Standards will meet on May 6th for the first time in several months.

➡️ Stream it and see more details at: chicityclerk.com

🏠 Called for Hearings to examine impact of Department of Housing and Urban Development's proposed mixed-status family rule change on vulnerable Chicago residents

Calling for a City Council hearing to investigate a proposed federal rule change by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding "mixed-status" families.

Currently, families with both eligible and ineligible members receive prorated housing assistance, but the new rule would deny them any support, including public housing and vouchers, forcing families to choose between staying together or keeping their homes.

➡️ Read more here

RESOURCES

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, 16th, 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

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