Silvana Tabares

Alderman Tabares of the 23rd Ward reported that the Public Safety Committee unanimously advanced Phase 2 of the City of Chicago–Cook County Violence Against Women Task Force; its recommendations include domestic-relations court reforms, a public response-data dashboard, and a more victim-centered justice system, and the resolution now goes to the full City Council. The newsletter also thanked St. Faustina parish and residents for attending Oktoberfest and noted that 8th District Commander Bryan Spreyne was promoted to street deputy chief.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) said he sent a letter urging Mayor Johnson and City Council not to raise property taxes to close Chicago’s budget gap, calling instead for government efficiencies and collections on city debt in the FY2027 budget dispute. His newsletter also includes community and public-safety updates, including throwing the first pitch at the 2nd Annual Softball Community Showdown, condolences for the Marquez family after a tragic loss, and a reference to recent coverage of a hit-and-run involving cyclists.

Alderman Silvana Tabares (23rd Ward) introduced a resolution to advance the City and Cook County Violence Against Women Task Force, establishing quarterly meetings and implementing recommendations from the first phase; the second phase is set to begin in January 2027. The newsletter also notes Ald. Tabares raised $19,500 for Chicago Police Department bulletproof vests. Other items include an agreement to strengthen CTA security and local community updates/events such as the Rhine VFW annual picnic.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) promoted and attended the “Get Behind the Vest” pancake breakfast, raising $19,500 for the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation to support CPD bulletproof vests. He also stopped by the Garfield Ridge Farmers Market to highlight Triple G Goodies, where a White Sox raffle was won by Carmella. No zoning, housing, transit, budget, or street safety items were mentioned in this newsletter beyond the event updates.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) reports a Sept. 9 press conference urging the administration to begin issuing licenses for video gaming terminals to address pressures on local, especially family-owned, businesses. Other items mention upcoming selection of the next police superintendent (with concerns), and community memorials/murals for fallen officers and victims, plus a candlelight vigil and related announcements. The newsletter also promotes a pancake breakfast fundraising event this Sunday and lists additional city and seniors resources.

This newsletter from Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) promotes a community pancake breakfast next Sunday at St. Daniel the Prophet that helps pay for police vests, and highlights school-related updates including an inclusive playground for Byrne students. It does not mention any zoning, housing, transit, budget, ordinance, or street-safety meetings or policy changes; it primarily shares community event and informational flyer links.

Ald. Tabares (23rd Ward) thanked the community for supporting the West Lawn unveiling of an officers’ memorial mural honoring fallen Chicago Police Officers Andres Vasquez-Lasso, Luis Huesca, and Enrique Martinez, and highlighted efforts to catch a person accused of defacing the memorial. The newsletter also welcomed CPS students back to school with a visit to Twain Elementary School, and announced a community vigil this weekend. No zoning, housing/transit/street policy items, development approvals, or budget/infrastructure decisions were included in this update.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) highlighted the opening of a new adaptive playground at Byrne Elementary and the August 14 signing of Senate Bill 3925, which creates a flood relief rebate program for homeowners (up to 50% of repair costs, capped at $1,000 per household), encouraging residents to access the new resources. The newsletter also references a call for a public hearing demanding Bally’s resume a full casino development. Other updates include back-to-school events at Peck Elementary and Hurley Elementary and support efforts for 200+ families with back-to-school supplies.

This newsletter from Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) highlights community events rather than specific zoning, housing, transit, street, or budget meetings/hearings, including a Back to School Fair and a Latino Organization of the Southwest resource fair in West Lawn. It also notes the ribbon cutting for a new mural at Carnicería La Hacienda (3629 W. 63rd Street) and points readers to related articles about “Garfield Ridge 2050,” interns at local government, and aldermen responding after an $8 million wrongful-conviction.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) shared updates from National Night Out at West Lawn Park (Aug. 4) and noted the Chicago Fire Fighters Union Local 2’s 125th Anniversary (Aug. 1), but the newsletter does not include any zoning, housing, transit, budget, or street-safety meetings/hearings or policy/ordinance actions. Other items were a few linkable news articles and congratulations to summer interns working in the alderman’s office.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) walked with 8th District Chicago Police Department TAC officers in West Lawn, meeting residents to address block concerns and encouraging residents to report suspicious activity and attend beat meetings. The newsletter does not mention any zoning, development, housing, transit, or budget meetings/hearings or any related policy/ordinance actions. Other announcements include a youth soccer clinic in partnership with Alderman David Moore (17th Ward) and CPD Soccer, a visit to the Flyway City bird-safety exhibition, and congratulations to teens who completed the Chicago Fire Department’s Camp Courage program.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) joined the Chicago and Cook County Violence Against Women Task Force to present recommendations to the City Council’s Public Safety Committee, outlining actionable reforms following an audit of the domestic-violence support system. The newsletter also notes ward volunteer work at the Greater Lawn WIC Clinic’s fresh produce distribution and thanks Streets & Sanitation crews after recent storms for debris cleanup. Other items include a spotlight on local community resources and flyers, plus mention of Top Cop Larry Snelling’s surprise retirement and the Garfield Ridge Satellite Center celebrating 30 years serving seniors.

Alderman Andre Tabares (23rd Ward) highlighted a proposed ordinance for tenant protection in Chicago, along with community announcements rather than any specific zoning, development, transit, or budget meetings/approvals. Other items included the opening of Dream Clean Car Wash (5124 S. Pulaski Rd), construction underway on a new adaptive playground at Byrne Elementary School, and recognition items such as the CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling retirement and the 30th anniversary of the Garfield Ridge Satellite Senior Center.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) highlighted community efforts around the 68th Street & Pulaski Rd mural honoring fallen Chicago Police Officers and shared related updates, including calls for better protection for domestic violence victims and assistance from partners like the Cook County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit. The newsletter also promotes neighborhood announcements, awards, and upcoming local events (e.g., Plum Creek Chicago Juneteenth BBQ, summer interns for the 23rd Ward, Eagle Scout and Fire Dept. program recognitions) and includes storm damage cleanup materials. It also encourages residents to report information about a vandalism incident tied to the mural via the Cook County Crime Stoppers hotline (1-800-535-STOP).

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) reported storm cleanup efforts in the ward and said OEMC is reviewing 3-1-1 calls from the June 10–11 storms, with an IEMA Residential Self-Assessment Survey to determine whether additional assistance is needed. The newsletter also notes the City Council passage of funding for a new artificial turf field for Azuela Elementary School. Other major items include reporting vandalism to a police mural and sharing local community events (St. Daniel the Prophet SummerFest and St. Faustina Kowalska Parish Polish picnic).

Ald. Tabares (23rd Ward) reported that the City Council’s Public Safety Committee held a public hearing with Cook County officials to discuss warrants, orders of protection, and electronic monitoring; he said more action is needed and the county must provide more data. The newsletter also notes his support for renewing the ward’s prohibition on vacation rentals. In other updates, forestry crews are responding to downed tree emergencies, and community events included the Archer Avenue car show, a Marquette Park kids soccer opening ceremony, and a monthly WIC fresh produce distribution.

Alderman Tabares’ 23rd Ward newsletter focuses on community advocacy rather than specific zoning, development, housing, transit, or budget items: he urged CPS to fund school clerk Judy Mahoney at Byrne School (with the Local School Council collecting signatures) and addressed questions about CPS staffing and “plan for replacing ShotSpotter.” He also promoted local efforts including stocking Stuffed Love in response to SNAP cuts and participation in UI Health’s women’s health event, plus speaking at multiple school graduations. Other major announcements include his wrap-up of the first phase of the Chicago-Cook County Violence Against Women Task Force and requests for community support/donation materials tied to youth, seniors, and city resources.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) analyzed a measure aimed at curbing violent youth gatherings and held hearings to address concerns with warrants, along with engaging residents on issues including prostitution in the area and the domestic violence system. The newsletter also notes Memorial Day commemorations at Rhine Post, including an honorary street renaming for Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez on the 6400 block of Komensky and a fundraiser for officer wellness at the 8th Police District, plus an annual CPD-supporting BBQ. Other major items include calls for answers related to domestic violence and veterans gathering events.

Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) announced new Saturday office hours and canvassed support for an artificial turf field at Madigan Sr. Park, while also participating in a discussion with Hubbard High School on improving public safety and voting no on a measure that singled out police. He also called for a City Hall hearing with Cook County court leaders on outstanding warrants (orders of protection and electronic monitoring) and highlighted the City Council honoring the Hubbard High School JROTC team, plus an EMS week award ceremony at Engine 88. Other updates included publicity about the violence against women work he discussed with media outlets and references to city/regional coverage about the opening of a new ward office in Garfield Ridge and questions over a gunshot detection contract.

In Alderman Tabares’ 23rd Ward newsletter, he highlights local events and organizing efforts including the May 9 Carrera de las Madres at Archer Park and a Senior Resource Fair at Senior Suites of Midway Village. He also presses for a quicker replacement of gunshot detection technology (ShotSpotter/Southern), describing a delay and citing multiple media reports and calls for City Council action and a new system. Other announcements include the grand opening of Soukal Floral’s new garden center and honoring Twain principal Tabares.