Thriving 21 Weekly Bulletin

October 2, 2026

Happy Fall 21st Ward! 

As we move into fall and winter, let’s make an extra effort to look out for one another. Colder weather can be especially difficult for our most vulnerable neighbors. Please check in on friends, family and those around you as the temperatures drop and the holiday season approaches. Our office will continue doing the same.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our town hall this past Saturday! We had a great turnout and an informative discussion about housing development and resources in the ward.

A special thank-you to our presenters: Almena Knighten of Coldwell Banker; Constance Colin of Unity Parenting and Counseling; Perry Vieti and Harriette Mimms of Interfaith Housing Development Corporation; and Carlos Nelson and the Greater Auburn Gresham Development Corporation team.

We also appreciate Angel of God Resource Center, the U.S. Small Business Administration, Split Sec AI and Habitat for Humanity for sharing their services and updates with our residents.

We look forward to seeing you at our final town hall of the year on October 24t!

Photo Credit: Lanette Warbington

Since we're talking about community, I want to share a few updates from City Council and what they mean for the 21st Ward.

Passed: Council approved TIF assistance for Foundry Park, vendor disclosures related to immigration enforcement investments, ethics measures, and reporting on data center water usage. We also approved efforts to streamline business licensing, a 3% veteran-owned business participation goal for certain city projects, $20 million in legal settlements, and the parking-meter ownership transfer.

Introduced: New proposals would support voter engagement in high schools, establish a senior property tax holiday, and expand cooling resources and heat mitigation efforts. These measures remain under consideration.

Deferred: The PRO and FAIR renter protection ordinances were deferred.

We also recognized Latine Heritage Month, and Rapid Response Teams.

City Council members also honored Mary Richardson-Lowry on her retirement, recognizing her historic service as Chicago’s first Black woman to serve as Corporation Counsel and her contributions to the city.

Here in the 21st Ward, Council approved zoning changes along the 111th Street corridor and nearby residential blocks to allow mixed-use and residential development. We also celebrated Jennifer Parks’ 15 years with Habitat for Humanity Chicago.

Introduced measures include honorary street designations for George E. Johnson and Rev. Ronald Webb, along with a proposal to make Elizabeth Street southbound only between 103rd and 105th Streets.

I will continue keeping you informed as these proposals move forward. Please reach out to our office with any questions or concerns.

I look forward to seeing everyone this Sunday at our Bears tailgate at Oakdale Park for a day of football, house music, food and fun!

Setup begins at 8 a.m., so arrive early to get your tents and grills ready. Kickoff is at noon—let’s cheer the Bears on to victory, then keep the celebration going with great house music!

It is an honor to serve as your Alderman. Please continue to reach out to our office with your questions and concerns. We are here to listen, help and support you.



We are Better Together.

— Alderman Ronnie L. Mosley

Progress by the Numbers

Service Requests in September

We received 4,358 Service Requests with 59% of requests completed. 

Top-10 Service Requests:

1. Garbage Cart Maintenance 
2. Tree Debris Clean-Up Request 
3. Street Light Out Complaint
4. Tree Emergency 
5. Abandoned Vehicle Complaint 
6. Tree Removal Inspection 
7. Dead Animal PIckup Request 
8. Weed Removal Request 
9. Shelter Request 
10. Stray Animal Complaint 

Tree Trimming

• 1256 W 109TH ST
• 1300 W 109TH ST
• 9320 S Loomis
• 8501 S Loomis
• 9300 S Racine
• 9240 S Ada
• 10500 S Aberdeen

In the Community

Urban League Wealth & Opportunity Entrepreneurship Summit

I was proud to join the Chicago Urban League on September 25 at 8331 S. Stewart for a day focused on helping entrepreneurs build wealth and grow their businesses. Through a live pitch competition, panel discussions, and networking, participants connected with experienced business leaders. When we invest in our entrepreneurs, we invest in the future of the 21st Ward.

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

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. 

Streets Repaved this Month

• S. Green St.: W. 99 St. - W. 101st St.
• S. Union Ave.: W. 104th St. - W. 105th St.
• W. 93rd St.: S. Beverly Blvd. - S. Ashland Ave.
• W. 109th St.: S. Beverly Blvd. - S. Morgan St.
• W. 108th Place.: S. Beverly Blvd - S. Morgan St.
• W. 109th Place.: S. Beverly Blvd. - S. Morgan St.
• S. Lowe Ave.: W. 107th St. - W. 109th St.
• S. Wallace St.: W. 107th St - W. 111th St.

Upcoming 21st Ward Street Repaving Schedule 

• 9/24/2026 - 10/15/2026 S. Union Ave. (700W) W. 108th St. (10800S) W. 114th St. (11400S) *Pending DWM Repair

• 9/25/2026 -10/13/2026 W. 104th St. (10400S) S. Aberdeen St. (1100W) S. Morgan St. (1000W) *Pending DWM Repair

• 3/1/2027 - 3/8/2027 S. Peoria St. (900W) W. 100th St. (10000S) W. 101st St. (10100S) *Pending DWM Repair

Development

• Maple Park Landing, 115th & Morgan: Habitat for Humanity plans 20 townhomes.
• Unity Youth/Young Adult Shelter, 8913 S. Ashland: Acquisition completed; groundbreaking October 21.
• The Rise Project, 11300 S. Halsted
• Morgan Park Commons, 11420 S. Halsted: Groundbreaking November 2026.
• Beverly Ridge Phase 1B, 105th & Vincennes
• Renaissance Estates, 122nd & Ashland: Updated completion timeline forthcoming.
• Gonsosa Development, 87th & Vincennes: Project terminated in September; a new request for proposals will be issued.

Commercial Development

• Shell Gas Station, 1421 W. 95th
• Raising Cane’s, 8652 S. Lafayette
• Grind and Dream Coffee, 601 W. 111th
• Living Fresh Market 2.0, 821 W. 115th
• Fresh Laundromat, 1221 W. 95th
• Midwest Express Clinic, 120 W. 87th
• Eiffel Waffle, 10321 S. Halsted (now opened)
• Former Starbucks, 9348 S. Ashland: Under contract.
• Figurati Pizza & Italian Beef, 11611 S. Halsted
• K & Jay’s Soul Food, 10341 S. Halsted
• Koto Hibachi, 11710 S. Marshfield (now opened)

Community & Infrastructure

• Progressive Manor Youth Center, 1223 W. 87th: Gym completion and soft opening proposed for November; official opening planned for late summer 2027.
• Jackie Robinson Park Fieldhouse, 10540 S. Morgan: Ribbon cutting coming soon.
• Major Taylor Trail: Annual bike ride and celebration held September 12.
• Metra Bridge, 89th & Morgan: Completion expected in October.
• DATA Foundation Community Center, 10140 S. Halsted: Soft opening planned for October.
• Larry’s Barber College, 10456 S. Halsted: Expansion stud-signing events scheduled for October 17 and 19.
• ARTism Behavior Services, 748 W. 103rd: Under construction.

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.

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.

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

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:

Section 4: 107th - 111th & Halsted-Vincenes - September 30th - Oct 1st

Section 5: 111th -115th & Aberdeen-Vincennes - Oct 2nd - 5th

Section 6: 111th -115th & Aberdeen-Princeton - Oct 6th - 7th

Section 7: 115th - 119th & Halsted-Princeton - Oct 8th - 9th

City/Cook/State Events

City, County, and State Resources

Business Resources

Neighborhood Market Grant Program

Senior & Veteran Resources

Senior Guide

Housing & Utility Resources

Your copy should address 3

Certificate of Error

Cook County Treasurer

Youth Resources

Health Resources

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

Chi.gov/OCCJobs

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

Friday 9 AM - 3 PM



Sat. & Sun. - CLOSED

Constituents Hours:

Mondays

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Monthly Townhall Meetings

Every 4th Saturday

January - October

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Carter G. Woodson Library

9525 S. Halsted St.