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We've had a growing number of people sleeping out in the parks and near the viaducts under Lake Shore Drive. The vast majority of the people sleeping in the parks have shown chronic signs of drug and alcohol dependency, and many of them suffer mentality disability. The parks are an unsafe place for this vulnerable population.
Members of the 46th Ward staff and I, along with staff from the 48th Ward, the Dept. of Human Services, the Police, and staff from Streets & Sanitation and the Chicago Park District, have visited the parks at 1:30AM in order to offer support and encourage those sleeping in the parks to utilize the multiple social services provided throughout the city. We will continue this practice and continue to take other necessary steps to address homelessness in the ward until we observe a clear indication that the parks and the neighborhood are being respected, and that those in need of services are receiving them.
If you are aware of other public places where there are people sleeping out in the open, please notify my office. We will work with social services to reach out to them and provide them with the necessary assistance to get them appropriate and safe housing.
In future newsletters, I will discuss plans to better coordinate social services in the area in order to foster collaboration and the use of best practices to assist those in need. Given future budget constraints, it's more important than ever that we make the best use of our limited resources throughout the City of Chicago.
Best,
Ald. James Cappleman
Please see below for more news on:
Extreme Weather Warning
Montrose Ave Repaving
Street Sweeping
Yard Sales
46th Ward Office Closed
Upcoming Events
Movies in the Park
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46th Ward News
 Extreme Weather Warnings
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) has issued a notice about the climbing temperatures over the next few days. Please remember a few key things:
1. Check on your neighbors, especially seniors as they are the people in greatest danger in extreme heat and humidity.
2. Drink plenty of water!
3. Avoid going out in the heat during the hottest part of the day.
4. Wear light, loose fitting clothing and wear a hat to protect your head and face.
5. Remember that all Chicago police district headquarters, libraries, and public buildings can be used as temporary cooling centers.
To find out where your nearest cooling center is call 311. Cooling centers offer residents air-conditioned refuge from oppressive heat. Agencies that volunteer their facilities as Warming and Cooling centers, work to make visitors comfortable. While these centers are meant for short-term, daytime use, many are prepared to expand hours.
For more helpful hints, please review the notice from OEMC by clicking here.
If you're interested in receiving alerts and notices such as these directly from OEMC via text, please take a few minutes to sign up at www.AlertChicago.com.
Street Sweeping
Are you interested in text alerts to remind you when you need to move your car for street sweeping? Go to sweeparound.us Search for your Chicago street address, and find out when your street will be swept next. Then, register for email and text message alerts, or subscribe to your calendar feed. It's free and easy!
Yard Sales and Block Parties
As the weather warms up, please utilize the resources on our website to plan your yard sale or block party. Occassional sales permit information and applications can be found here. Block party information and applications can be found here.
Chicago Sustainable Backyards Program is Back!
Through this program, you can receive rebates of up to 50% on trees, native plants, rain barrels and compost bins purchased at local retailers. You can also learn more about how to make your yard more sustainable by attending a workshop or reviewing the educational resources. See www.cityofchicago.org/rainbarrel for downloadable rebate forms and a list of participating garden centers, along with educational workshops and other resources. Questions? Contact 312.743.9283 or rainbarrel@cityofchicago.org.
Montrose Avenue Repaving
Utility work is complete. This project is currently still on schedule. Repaving is scheduled to be complete within the week. |
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Upcoming Events
You can also check out our community calendar by clicking here.
46th Ward Office Closed Saturday, June 30th and Wednesday, July 4th
The 46th Ward Office will be closed Saturday, June 30th and Wednesday, July 4th. Regular office hours will resume Monday, July 2nd and Thursday, July 5th.
Movies in the Park: Wednesday, August 22
Come join Senator Heather Steans and Ald. James Cappleman at Cricket Hill (Montrose and the Lake Front) to view our 2012 Movie in the Park, presented by Charter One, Hugo. The movie begins at dusk.
Representative Feigenholtz Satellite Office Hours Tuesday, July 4, 2012
We are partnering with Rep. Feigenholtz to provide you with more services. They will have satellite office hours in the 46th Ward office on Tuesday, July 2. They will be able to help with some services on-site, and will be able to provide assistance or information on Seniors Ride Free/Reduced Fare Cards assistance, Circuit Breaker applications, Unemployment benefits, Drivers' license and license plate issues, applying for home care services, Public aid and nutrition assistance, Professional Licensing (medical licenses, real estate, etc.), help with new adoptee original birth certificate law, and help with any state agency.
CAPS (Community Policing)
The CAPS Beat meetings are the best forum to answer any questions related to public safety. Community members, businesses and organizations are encouraged to attend or have a representative attend this meeting. Ald. Cappleman or a representative from his office will be available to answer further questions. Not sure what police beat you are in?
**You can find your police beat here.
The phone number to the Community Policing office is 312.744.0064.
Beat 1913 CAPS Meeting
When: Tuesday, July 3, 2012 from 7pm to 8pm
Where: Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson
Beat 1923, 1924 & 1925 CAPS Meeting
When: Thursday, July 5, 2012 from 7pm to 8pm
Where: 19th District Police Station, 850 W. Addison
Beat 2033 CAPS Meeting
When: Thursday, July 5, 2012 from 7pm to 8pm
Where: Bezazian Library, 1226 W Ainslie
When: Wednesday, August 1, 2012 from 7pm to 8pm
Where: Uptown Branch Library- 929 W. Buena
Beat 1914 CAPS Meeting
When: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 from 7pm to 8pm
Where: Clarendon Park Field House, 4501 N Clarendon |
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Office Address
4544 N Broadway,
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone
773.878.4646
Email
info@james46.org
Website
www.james46.org
Hours
Mon, Tues, Thur
9am - 5pm
Wed
9am - 7pm
Fri, Sat
9am - Noon
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