32nd Ward Newsletter: August 9, 2024

Dear Scott,

This weekend is packed with events and construction! Retro on Roscoe, the Air and Water Show, and Market Days on North Halsted are all happening. You can expect that the city will buzzing with activity. I highly recommend using the many public transportation options the City has available to navigate the neighborhoods.

This week, I'd also like to send my condolences to the family and friends of former Alderman Mary Ann Smith. I worked with her early in my career as Alderman and she was always kind to me and cared deeply about her community. To read more about her impact on our city, please check out this article from Block Club.

Hope you have a good weekend,

Alderman Scott Waguespack

No Parking Notice for Filming (South Lakeview on Oakdale)

Please be advised that there will be a no parking notice for filming from Monday, August 12 to Friday, August 23.

In order to park essential vehicles and equipment, streets in your area will be posted as a NO PARKING/TOW ZONE during the following dates/time:

Monday, August 12 from 7:00am – Friday, August 23 to 10:00pm

Both sides of West Oakdale Ave from North Greenview Ave to

North Southport Ave

Permits and traffic control, if required, are being coordinated by the Chicago Film Office and the Chicago Police Department.

If you have any additional questions regarding this filming, you may also contact the Chicago Film Office at 312-744-6415.

Holstein Park Resurfacing

The playground at Holstein Park will be resurfaced. Below is the scope of work for the playground rehab being done. The expected timing of this construction is to begin in either the fall or the spring and last around a month. 

Western Ave Resurfacing Project

There will be an upcoming resurfacing project on Western from Foster to George. This work is part of the Chicago Department of Transportation’s Arterial Street Resurfacing.  

Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin on August 15, 2024, pending clearance from and coordination with existing utilities/railroads, and weather permitting. Bigane Paving Co. is the general contractor for this project and Wight & Company is providing resident engineering services for the Chicago Department of Transportation.

The work will include ADA sidewalk improvements, curb and gutter removal and replacement as needed for ADA and drainage compliance, pavement patching, milling and paving the existing asphalt pavement, and striping.

During construction, temporary “No Parking” signs will be periodically installed as required for each activity listed above. These temporary signs will restrict parking during working hours, while adhering to rush hour restrictions, for the completion of the work. All work on this corridor is scheduled to be completed November 20, 2024.

Temporary Reroute on Damen Ave.

August 12-13

There will be a crane will be used at 1745 N. Damen from August 12th through August 13th. North bound traffic will be routed to the south bound lane. The bike lane and parking on the west side of Damen will be vacated. All south bound traffic will be detoured and re-routed to a different street. The contractors will set up traffic control in the morning and take it down in the afternoon for the affected days. The crane's operating hours will be between 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. 

August Beat Meetings

14th Police District-

1434- August 28th, 6:30pm (New date)

Bucktown Wicker Park Library

1701 N. Milwaukee

caps.014district@chicagopolice.org

14th District Twitter

14th District CAPS- 312-744-1261

Street Sweeping

Chicago Air and Water Show

Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August 11, 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

The City of Chicago and Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) proudly present the 2024 Chicago Air and Water Show, August 9 and 10 along the lakefront from Fullerton to Oak Street, with North Avenue Beach serving as show center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Established in 1959 and one of the largest free admission events of its kind, headliners of the 2024 show include the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights.

For public safety, green and white pole markers are attached to light poles at North Avenue Beach from Oak Street to Fullerton serving as location identifiers if spectators need to call 9-1-1 to report suspicious activity, an emergency, or injury. The numbers provide first responders with your exact location. They can also be used to reunite with family or friends should you become separated.

Special Concession Opportunity!

The Chicago Park District has opened its Notice of Application for a Special Concession Opportunity for 2025, which presents substantial opportunity for small businesses.

Pre-submittal meeting (VIRTUAL)

Times: 11am– 12pm CST – Tuesday, August 20, 2024

or 6pm – 7pm CST - Thursday, August 22, 2024

This meeting is not mandatory, but encouraged, especially if you have questions or require additional information regarding the Notice of Availability or the Park District’s concession program.

Join Zoom Meeting

Topic: Chicago Park District Concession Pre-Submittal Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88618931284?pwd=VX45AkIgS7ytJpZav1DsCcGc4Rk8PU.1

Meeting ID: 886 1893 1284

Passcode: 256114

Interested in Doing Business With the Obama Presidential Center?

The Obama Foundation is collecting information about potential future vendors. Check out this page for their notices for RFPs and click here to share information about your organization. The Obama Foundation is committed to diversity and encourages diverse vendors to register their business and interest. 

Lincoln Park Uncorked Returns to Lincoln Avenue!

Save with Early Bird Discount Tickets through August 14

Ready for sweater weather? Celebrate the start of a new season with Lincoln Park Uncorked: A Lincoln Avenue Wine Stroll! Sip over 30+ seasonal wines and savor delicious bites from Lincoln Park’s top spots, all while enjoying the cozy fall vibes. Whether you're into bold reds or refreshing whites, there’s a perfect taste for everyone.

Thursday, September 12

6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Lincoln Avenue between Diversey and Webster

Check-In Location: Junior Chefs Kitchen, 2448 N. Lincoln

Waste Less in WPB

Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the extension of their composting program with WasteNot Compost! Beginning in July, eligible businesses and residents within SSA #33 boundaries can sign up to receive nine months of complimentary composting services through WasteNot Compost. Click here to learn more about how you and your business can begin composting.

2024 CSBG Scholarship

Stay Up to Date with the Democratic National Convention Alerts and Street Closures!

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