May 14, 2015
For more information and updates, click here to go to 46th Ward Website.


As a former teacher who worked at a neighborhood school, I know the profound effect that neighborhood schools have on the local community. This is why I have always been opposed to charter schools. I believe that charter schools take resources away from neighborhood schools that could use them to improve and thrive.

Recently, Noble Charter High School let me know that they planned to move one of their current high schools to the site where Lycee Francais School is currently located at the NE corner of Irving Park Road and Lake Shore Drive. The Lycee Francais, a private school, will be moving to their new location in Ravenswood this summer. I let them know that I will be opposing this move.

 

I have heard from a number of residents in the 46th Ward voicing their opposition to this move. As I have consistently said, I agree with them. I will be present at the next Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Board of Education meeting and will be writing a letter to CPS voicing my opposition to Noble moving into our ward.

I will do everything possible to have the needed resources to improve the local schools we presently have in our area. The goal is to have all parents of school age children view their local school as their best choice for a quality education. 

 Best,
 
News
OPEN OFFICE HOURS THIS MONDAY

Ald Cappleman is available every Monday evening from 5pm - 7pm for Open Office hours. Come in with any questions or ideas to help make the 46th Ward better for everyone. 

 

UPDATE ON BROADWAY STREETSCAPING

The Chicago Dept. of Transportation has informed us that the $6M streetscaping project on Broadway from Gunnison to Leland will start in the spring of 2016 rather than this fall. The reason for the delay is due to the vaulted sidewalk issues surrounding Bridgeview Bank. The vaults are in need of repair first before the major streetscaping begins. Click here to view the plans for the project.

 

NEW STREETSWEEPING SCHEDULE

Streetsweeping is now scheduled using the new 2015 Ward Map boundaries. To view the schedule, click here. If you would like to sign up for a text to remind you to move your car, please click here to get to SweepAround.us.

 

LEARN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE

Deaf Communication by Innovation is now offering classes in American Sign Language, designed to acquaint the student with Deaf Culture and to provide the basic ability use sign language. There are 5 progressive levels of classes. For more information, click here.

Events
DAY OF SERVICE
When:  Saturday, May 16 at 11am
Where:  Clarendon Park Community Center, 4501 N. Clarendon
Join your neighbors for a day of making a community garden inside the park. Funding for this is coming from the 46th Ward Menu Funds.

ARTIST KAITLYN ZYLSTRA'S ART OPENING
When: Saturday, May 16 from 6pm - 8pm for the Opening Reception
Where: Everybody's Coffee at 935 W. Wilson
Artist Kaitlyn Zylstra finds inspiration for much of her work in mathematics. She found in nature a kind of geometry. Her art's connection to nature is a must-see. For more information about her art, click here.

SUMMER OF FAITH AND ACTION KICKOFF
When: Friday, May 22 from 7pm - 9pm
Where: Uptown Baptist Church, 1011 W. Wilson
Residents across the City will join together at places of worship & community centers across Chicago.  Residents are encouraged to participate as a way of empowering them to take back our communities. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more information next week.

PIVOT ARTS FESTIVAL: CELEBRATING COMMUNITY
When: May 28 - June 7
Where: Various locations on Chicago's Northside
One of the best ways to both highlight and bring together our diverse community is to celebrate it through innovative music, theater and dance. Click here to check out their programming. Click here to help this wonderful organization grow and expand their work.

CITY STICKER SALES WITHIN THE 46TH WARD
When: Tuesday, June 2 from 11am - 4pm
Where: Clarendon Park Community Center, 4501 N. Clarendon
This year, the City Clerk's Office will only be selling city stickers to constituents with May and June renewals. Late fees for May city sticker holders go in effect after June 15. For more information about city stickers, click here.

SHRED-A-THON & E-RECYCLING
When: Saturday June 6th, 9am to Noon
Where: 46th Ward Office at 4544 N. Broadway Ave
Here's your chance to get rid of old bank statements, cancelled checks, or any other old records that have lost their usefulness and just take up space. This is also the opportunity to safely get rid of old electronic equipment. This service is provided exclusively for residents; businesses are prohibited from participating.

PUBLIC SAFETY MEETINGS
The 46th Ward Office is teaming up with the Police to have a series of public safety meetings to address chronic crime. Your participation will help make our community safer for everyone.
Neighborhood: Margate Park
When: Thursday, May 21 at 7pm
Where: Margate Park Fieldhouse; 4921 N. Marine Drive

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