In the 25th Ward, Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez highlights legislative housing-related updates, noting that the Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (PRO) and FAIR were deferred again at the Sept. 23 and Sept. 29 City Council meetings due to ongoing negotiations, with further discussion to come. The newsletter also announces a TIF Review Committee meeting on Oct. 14 (1030 W. 21st St.) to discuss local TIF projects and updates.
Other major items include CPD community conversations for District 12 on Oct. 1 and Oct. 22, a Food Safety and Inspection workshop in Spanish on Oct. 7, and the Chicago Marathon traffic/street closure impacts on Oct. 11, plus upcoming community events through Oct. 24 (e.g., Halloween block party and a pumpkin patch).
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) highlights a TIF Review Committee meeting on Oct. 14 and mentions delays to the Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (PRO) and related FAIR legislation after the Sept. 23 City Council meeting. The newsletter also lists CPD community conversations for the 10th/12th Districts (Oct. 1 and Oct. 8 and another CPD session Oct. 22) and ongoing ward office events such as mobile office hours (Oct. 14). Other major items include Chicago Marathon street closures on Oct. 11 and election reminders for the Nov. 3, 2026 midterms, plus community events like Cultura Cura (Oct. 9), a free expungement/record sealing event (Oct. 10), and the Oct. 23 Halloween block party.
25th Ward Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez’s newsletter highlights upcoming Finance Committee and community meetings tied to development and TIF review: the Committee on Finance meeting is rescheduled to Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 1:45 PM, and residents are encouraged to participate in Pilsen TIF review discussions. It also announces a ZAB community meeting on Sept. 26 (10:00–11:30 AM) about lifting the liquor moratorium at 2058 W. 22nd Place, plus a 25th Ward community update meeting on Oct. 8 (6:00–7:30 PM) at 2157 W. 19th St.
Other events include a free pet vaccine/microchip clinic on Sept. 24 (10:00 AM–1:00 PM) at 1824 S. Wood Ave and a Board of Review property tax appeal workshop on Sept. 29 (3:00–6:00 PM).
25th Ward Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez’s newsletter notes that the City Council Committee on Finance meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 1:45 PM, and encourages participation in Pilsen’s TIF Review Committee for development/investment and community feedback. It also announces a ZAB community meeting on Saturday, September 26 (Martin’s Corner, 2058 W. 22nd Pl.) about lifting the liquor moratorium, plus a 25th Ward community update on Thursday, October 8 (2157 W. 19th St.), and a free pet vaccine/microchip clinic on Thursday, September 24 (1824 S. Wood Ave).
Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) reports that the Committee on Housing and Real Estate held its first meeting since the legislative break and advanced the proposed Protecting Renters Ordinance, which would modernize the RLTO, create a rental registry, establish the Bureau of Rental Housing Services, and permanently set up the Eviction Counsel Program; it passed the committee 12–9 and is set for City Council on September 23. The newsletter also covers a TIF budget amendment moving to the Finance Committee on September 22, with proposed releases for projects including Western Ave. Bridge repairs and park improvements at Canal Origins and Dvorak Park.
Other major items include voter information for the November 3, 2026 midterm election and several end-of-month 25th Ward events (e.g., “Café con el Concejal” on Sept. 19 and a community meeting on Sept. 29, plus multiple community/neighborhood events).
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) reports that the Committee on Housing and Real Estate advanced the “Protecting Renters Ordinance,” including RLTO modernization, a rental registry, a Bureau of Rental Housing Services, and permanent eviction counsel; the measure passed committee 12–9 and is set for City Council consideration on Sept. 23. He also notes a TIF budget amendment has completed the Community Development Commission process and is scheduled to go before the Finance Committee on Sept. 22, with projects including Western Ave. Bridge repairs and park renovations at Canal Origins and Dvorak Park.
Other updates include reminders for the Nov. 3, 2026 midterm elections and Ward events such as Café con el Concejal (Sept. 19) plus the Ward community meeting on Sept. 29 (also moved from Sept. 22).
In September, 25th Ward Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez highlights a city vote to amend the municipal code to improve transparency on water and energy use, plus a special hearing on the state of Chicago’s urban flooding. The TIF budget amendment for the Pilsen Industrial Corridor moves to the Finance Committee on Sept. 21, with additional planning work underway on a Pilsen Industrial Corridor land use plan and ongoing TIF-related study items such as potential Western and Halsted Bridge projects and possible improvements along Ashland and Western.
The newsletter also lists multiple ward events, including Board of Review appeal workshops (Sept. 1, 15, 29), Mexican Independence Day parades (Sept. 5 and Sept. 13), a Mobile Office Hours at Rudy Lozano Library (Sept. 9), and a 25th Ward community meeting at Walsh Elementary (Sept. 22), plus cultural events such as El Grito and free concerts.
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) announced upcoming ward events focused on housing and resident services, including the Aug. 22 Pilsen Housing Affordability Expo (policy panel and housing affordability survey) and a virtual Aug. 25 TIF Review Committee meeting discussing TIF-funded public projects and housing resources. The newsletter also provides an update on ongoing sanitation and longer-term infrastructure planning at Plaza Tenochtitlan (1800 S. Blue Island Ave.), including Streetscapes work beyond short-term repairs.
Other major announcements include the Aug. 21 Back to School Block Party with free school supplies, vaccines, and a mobile DMV at 2157 W. 19th St., plus Board of Review appeal workshops during Ward Nights on Sept. 1, 15, and 29 and CPS starting the 2026–2027 school year on Aug. 24.
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) reports attending a Chicago Board of Education meeting urging full state funding for schools, and says the board approved an amended CPS budget that shifts responsibility to the state to cover a funding gap; he also describes City Council action related to a proposed “millionaire tax” (3% on earnings above $1M) ahead of the Council’s August break. He highlights upcoming housing-related work, including a Pilsen Housing Affordability Expo (Aug. 22) and a TIF Review Committee virtual meeting (Aug. 25), while emphasizing community engagement events like a Back to School Block Party and Mobile DMV on Aug. 21. Other announcements include CPS’s 2026–2027 school year start dates (Aug. 24 for K–12; Aug. 25 for preschool) and a Community Clean Up on Aug. 8.
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) reports City Council action advancing housing-related measures, including expanding affordable housing opportunities and strengthening renter protections, alongside public safety oversight and community investment. The newsletter also highlights a Protecting Renters Ordinance/tenant protections materials update, and announces upcoming Ward office events and services including Mobile 25th Ward Office Hours, a CPS Benefits “Ward Night,” and a July 25 expungement/sealing workshop.
Other major announcements include St. Procopius Church’s 150th anniversary honorary resolution, an August 21 Back to School Block Party with a document shredding/electronics recycling van, and community/weather alerts such as extreme heat and unhealthy air quality plus cooling-center availability.
25th Ward Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez reports a housing-policy milestone: the Committee on Housing and Real Estate held its first subject-matter hearing on the “Protecting Renters Ordinance (PRO),” which would codify Chicago’s Right-to-Counsel pilot and expand the Department of Housing’s renter-support functions through a Bureau of Rental Housing Services. He also highlights budget/development grant awards from the Mayor’s office—$46.5 million for 56 neighborhood development projects—along with an Ashland Avenue Traffic Study community meeting to shape future transportation improvements (July 8). Other notable announcements include Mobile Office Hours at the Rudy Lozano Library (July 8) and Ward Night (CPS benefits help) on July 21, plus a free expungement/sealing workshop (July 25) and youth/adoption events at various dates.
In Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez’s 25th Ward newsletter, the City’s Committee on Housing and Real Estate advanced the City’s acquisition of the Greyhound Bus Terminal at 630 W. Harrison, and the Public Safety committee held hearings with Cook County officials on public safety challenges (including domestic violence) and reviewed proposals for a new gunshot detection system. The Public Health and Human Relations committee reviewed the appointment of Kenneth Gunn to the Commission on Human Relations, and the newsletter also highlights a June 23 Zoning Advisory Board community meeting on a proposed RT-4 to B3-2 rezoning at 2311 S. Washtenaw Ave. The office also notes the June 18 blood drive at the Rudy Lozano Branch Library and reminders of community events including the June 24 FY2027 budget engagement roundtable and a June 28 documentary at the Field Museum, plus a June 19 office closure for Juneteenth.
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) reports legislative updates including advancement of the City’s acquisition of the Greyhound Bus Terminal at 630 W. Harrison through the Housing and Real Estate Committee, plus Cook County public safety hearings (including discussion of a potential gunshot detection system) and review of the appointment of Kenneth Gunn to the Commission on Human Relations. The newsletter also highlights a Zoning Advisory Board-led community meeting on a proposed zoning change at 2311 S. Washtenaw Ave. from RT-4 to B3-2 (June 23), along with community announcements such as the June 18 blood drive at the Rudy Lozano Branch Library and a June 28 documentary event (“Sueños de una Monarca”) at the Field Museum.
In Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez’s 25th Ward newsletter, the featured June items are community-facing: a June 2 community meeting, a June 3 job fair, a June 6 public health summit, and a June 18 blood drive, plus a June 27 community cleanup at Dvorak Park. The only major public-project items listed are a June 10 public meeting on the BNSF right-of-way improvement project and a set of 2027 budget engagement roundtables (June 3, 6, 16, and 24). Other major announcements include the annual constituent museum admission card (available at the office), and an alert about increased thefts targeting Honda and Acura vehicles with recommended anti-theft precautions.
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) lists June community events, including a June 2 community meeting and a June 3 job fair, plus a June 6 Public Health Summit and other ward programs (blood drive on June 18 and a community clean-up on June 27). The newsletter also includes budget engagement roundtables for the FY2027 public budget (June 3, 6, 16, and 24) and a June 10 public meeting on the BNSF right-of-way improvement project. It also highlights Pride and Juneteenth observances and provides safety alerts about increased Honda and Acura vehicle thefts, along with links for resources like a constituent museum card and the Jumping Jack block-party program.
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) shared a schedule of upcoming constituent events, including a May 27 mobile office hours at the Little Village Branch Library, a June 2 community meeting at the same library, and public health and food safety programming (June 6 Public Health Summit; June 1 CDPH Food Safety Workshop). The newsletter also highlights a public safety alert about a rise in thefts targeting Honda and Acura vehicles and offers resources such as the 25th Ward Constituent Card for complimentary museum admission.
Other notable announcements include May 30’s Pilsen Pet Adoption & Resource Fair, June 3’s Job Fair at the Rauner Family YMCA, and information on the Chicago Jumping Jack block party program portal opening April 15.
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) highlights a May 12 virtual TIF Review Committee meeting, plus a May 6 Pilsen Industrial Corridor Open House to gather input on future plans for a more pedestrian- and business-friendly industrial corridor. The newsletter also lists multiple ward office/resource events (May Day at Harrison Park/Union Park, spring clean-ups, CPS benefits support, and a May 30 pet adoption and resource fair).
Other notable items include guidance about a reported increase in Honda and Acura vehicle thefts and the availability of the 25th Ward Constituent Card for complimentary museum general admission.
In the 25th Ward, Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez’s newsletter does not report any zoning/development, housing, transit, budget, ordinance, or street-safety hearings or approvals. It focuses on city service updates such as the start of street sweeping (April 1) and community/resource events: spring clean-ups (April 25 and May 2), Resource Days at 2100 W. Cermak (Get Covered Illinois on April 28 and CPS benefits on May 19), and a Pilsen Industrial Corridor Study open house (May 6 at Dvorak Park). Other major items include a community theft alert targeting Honda/Acura vehicles, plus info on the Museums in the Park constituent card and the Chicago Jumping Jack portal opening April 15.
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward) highlights a Zoning Advisory Board community meeting on April 16 regarding a zoning amendment request at 2029 W. 17th St (M1-2 → RM4.5). The newsletter also promotes ongoing city processes/events such as the April 9 community meeting (RUSH, DSS Recycling, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, Gift of Hope, and Share Our Spare), street sweeping starting April 1, and April clean-up/resource events (including Get Covered Illinois and CPS benefits support). Other major items include “Coffee with the Alderman” on April 4, a public safety alert about increased thefts of Honda/Acura vehicles, and citywide Repair Chicago town halls on April 9 and April 22.
Alderman Byron Sigcho‑Lopez invites residents to the Zoning Advisory Board meeting on April 16 to discuss a zoning amendment for 2029 W. 17th St (M1‑2 → RM4.5). The ward also announces the start of the street‑sweeping season on April 1, several community meetings and spring clean‑ups, and a summer internship application deadline of April 30. Additional resources include health‑coverage enrollment, SNAP/Medicaid assistance, and grant opportunities for small businesses and community projects.