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July News in the 36th Ward! ✨

Gilbert Villegas Ward 36 📞 773-745-4636 ✉️ [email protected]
Relevance: 1/10

Summary

The 36th Ward Office is extending summer hours (Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m.–7 p.m.) and will be closed Thursday‑Friday for Independence Day, resuming on Monday July 8. Key events include a July 8 West Town meet‑up with Cook County State’s Attorney candidate Eileen Burke, a July 13 cleanup with Cleanup Club Chicago, and ongoing Beloved Community Bash and Veterans Connect gatherings. Policy updates highlight the ward’s continued push on rogue towing protection, the introduction of an AI ordinance, and the launch of block‑party permits and a free Jumping Jack inflatable playground for community events.

July News in the 36th Ward! ✨
 
Welcome to the 36th Ward Newsletter!

Our Newsletter is sent out every other Wednesday.
Scroll Down for Upcoming Events, Ward Updates, and Community Resources!


BELOW: Thank you to Cleanup Club Chicago for collaborating with us to host multiple community cleanup events in the 36th Ward!

We saw neighbors throughout the cleanups and appreciated the thank you and interest in our work. Let's continue to keep our streets clean!
 
PLEASE NOTE SCHEDULE CHANGE FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY

In observance of the Fourth of July, Independence Day, our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday. We will resume normal business on Monday, July 8th. 

We hope everyone has an amazing Fourth of July! 🇺🇸
Alderman Villegas Spoke at Chicago AI Week

Artificial Intelligence is taking our world by storm and it’s incumbent on us to collaborate and craft the solutions of tomorrow, today.

Grateful to Xiaochen Zhang for putting on #ChicagoAIWeek bringing industry leaders, community stakeholders, and public officials together and encouraging the responsible use of artificial intelligence. 
Congratulating the 2024 Chicago Latino Caucus Foundation Scholarship Recipients

We're extremely proud of each and every Latino scholar continuing their academic journey.
36th Ward Newsletter: July 2024

Dear 36th Ward Residents:

Happy July! 😎 We have some exciting events & updates for the summer, including new office hours. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, our 36th Ward Offices will be open from 10am - 7pm. See the full weekly schedule below:


Summer 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.
 

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)

🎤 July 8 at 6pm: West Town Meet Up with Eileen Burke

🧹 July 13 at 10am-12pm: Community Cleanup with Cleanup Club Chicago

☀️ July & August: Beloved Community Bash

🦅 Every Tuesday, 10am-2pm: Veterans Connect Event
 

Host a Community Cleanup on Your Block!

This Spring, we are hosting Community Clean-Ups EVERY Tuesday & Thursday from 5-7pm. Call our office at 773-745-4636 to schedule a Clean-Up on your block!

To learn more about clean-ups happening around the 36th Ward & sign up to volunteer, fill out the form at bit.ly/volunteersvillegas! We will then send you more info about upcoming cleanups & where to meet. 💪

Lastly, summer is here, so we encourage everyone to start applying & planning for Block Parties. You can find more information below!
 

WANT TO HOST A BLOCK PARTY?

DON'T WAIT, APPLY NOW!

Start kicking off the Summer Block Parties! ☀️ My staff is ready to assist you with Block Party permits and applications at our 36th Ward Offices in West Town and Belmont Cragin. We have all the info you need BELOW ⬇️ 

🎪 Apply for a FREE Jumping Jack Inflatable Playground (Bouncy House) for your Block Party! Jumping Jack Registration is NOW OPEN, first come first served. Register & get more info HERE.

⏰ Submit your requests as soon as possible - at least 30 days in advance of your Block Party! The more advance notice we have, the better.

🎉 Apply now for a Permit to host a Block Party. Print the Application HERE. Bring the completed Permit Application to the 36th Ward Office for approval.
  1. Block party permits are for the use of Chicago residents and can only be applied for the street on which they reside.  Businesses or outside organizations should apply for a festival permit.
  2. Block Party Permits will not be issued for more than one (1) day in succession or to close any street for a commercial purpose.
  3. A block party permit will only be issued for a single block (intersection to intersection).
  4. Permits are issued on a first come, first served basis.
📋 Download & Print a Block Party Petition HERE! Get Signatures from Your Neighbors & Bring the Signed Petition to our 36th Ward Office.

➡️ Optional: Start a Block Club! Organize Your Block to Improve Your Community. Learn more about Block Clubs HERE and Register a New Block Club HERE.
 

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 1:30. Stop by to ask questions and get connected to resources!

Sincerely,
Alderman Gilbert Villegas & the 36th Ward Team
 
Summer Interns Start Thier First Week at the 36th Ward Office ⭐
The future is bright! We're happy to welcome several summer interns who will be helping in the 36th Ward office for the next six weeks as part of the One Summer Chicago program and our community partner UCAN Chicago.
36th Ward Upcoming Events
Monday, July 8th:
West Town Meet Up with Eileen O'Neill Burke

Join us next Monday (7/8) in West Town for an evening event with Cook County State’s Attorney candidate, Eileen O’Neill Burke. We will be discussing public safety, her vision, and answering questions from the community.
 
Register at: tinyurl.com/ye27p35b

More information:
🔷 Chicago Ukrainian Cultural Center, 2247 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
🔷 Event Starts at 6:00 PM
🔷 Submit a question & register at: tinyurl.com/ye27p35b
Saturday, July 13th:
36th Ward Cleanup #3
with Chicago Cleanup Club

On July 13th from 10am - 12pm, join us for another community cleanup in the ward! Our partners, Cleanup Club Chicago, have done a great job collaborating with our team and we look forward to another great turnout!

Register for this cleanup at: tinyurl.com/2uwkhnyt
July - August & All Summer Long:
Beloved Community Bash

Mark your calendars for some upcoming community summer events, hosted by New Life Centers. See dates on flyer.

Free food, resources, youth activities, games, petting zoo, bouncy house, music and more!

Street Sweeping Schedule 🧹🧹🧹
Check out our map to see which days your street will be cleaned in 2024.


➡️ Look Up Your Address & Schedule HERE: bit.ly/ward36cleanschedule

➡️ Sign up for Street Sweeping Email Alerts Here: www.wethesweeple.com
POLICY UPDATES FROM ALDERMAN VILLEGAS

Rogue Towing Follow-Up


Alderman Villegas and the 36th Ward team have championed this issue and we are continuing to push forward to ensure that residents are protected from rogue towers.

The follow-up meeting included all relevant departments from the city, community stakeholders, and enterprise partners. More to come soon!

AI Ordinance - Introduced by Alderman Villegas


Earlier this year, in the spring, Alderman Villegas introduced an AI Ordinance that would direct the City of Chicago to look into utilizing modern technology and artificial intelligence responsibly to improve services and create efficiencies.

At the recent Chicago AI Week event, Alderman Villegas discussed this ordinance with industry leaders.

MORE HERE: Discussing artificial intelligence at Chicago AI Week.
ONGOING 36TH WARD PROGRAMS
Every week, join us for the 36th Ward Vet Connect! 🇺🇸 ⭐ 

My office has resources for veterans, active military personnel, and military families. Staff from the VA and VACCC are there to assist you 🦅 🪖 
No appointment needed!

WHEN: Every Tuesday 10am-2pm & First Thursday of Every Month 5-8pm
WHERE: 36th Ward Belmont Cragin Office - 6560 W Fullerton Ave #C118
Introducing...
WARD WEDNESDAYS! ⭐️ 

Every Wednesday on social media, I spotlight the people, businesses, and cultural institutions of the 36th Ward. Check out our latest posts here: 
36th Ward Instagram

We want to hear from YOU! Want us to feature your business or someone you know? Send an email to [email protected] with your recommendation.
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District 🚰 

The MWRD has multiple resources for residents:
🔷 Sign up to be notified when there is an overflow day.
🔷 Public speakers can apply on the MWRD outreach page.
🔷 Take a Virtual Tour! The MWRD has one coming up July 17th. 
RESOURCES & GRANTS
Community Development Grant Applications are Open!

Apply by August 9th! City of Chicago Department of Planning & Development is accepting applications for Community Development Grants more than $250,000, which help support small businesses, nonprofits and property owners for local commercial, mixed-use and light manufacturing development.
Learn more and apply today at bit.ly/chicagocdg. #BuiltByCHI
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!
JOB OPPORTUNITIES!
📣 JOB OPENINGS!

The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County (VACCC) is hiring for multiple positions. Veteran’s preference is applicable.

Learn more & apply at: tinyurl.com/yyth2ds9
This summer, work for the parks! 🌞

Chicago Park District is now hiring Lifeguards, Recreation Leaders, and Junior Laborers! 🛟 ⛺️ 🏖

See all summer jobs online & apply now: ChicagoParkDistrict.com/Summer-Jobs
¡Este verano, trabaja en nuestros parques! 🌞

Chicago Park District tiene trabajos disponibles. Salvavidas, Líderes de recreación, y Obreros júnior! 🛟 ⛺️ 🏖

Mira todos los trabajos de verano y aplica hoy: ChicagoParkDistrict.com/Summer-Jobs
KEEPING OUR WARD CLEAN
🚨 Stop by the 36th Ward Office to get a "Pick Up After Your Pet" Sign! With the warm weather starting up again, it's important to remind our neighbors to clean up after their pets. Let's keep our streets clean together! 🐕‍🦺 

➡️ 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.
 


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:
11th, 12th, and 25th Districts
11th District Schedule:
12th District Schedule:
25th District Schedule:
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