Chicago Alderman Newsletter Tracker

In Alderwoman Angela Clay’s 46th Ward newsletter (6/16/2026), she highlights a housing-focused panel with A City That Works and announces upcoming community discussions on housing access and homelessness (June 23 at Truman College), along with FY2027 Budget engagement roundtable planning (June 6 at Truman College). For development and housing-related items, she notes the start of leasing/ARO occupancy applications for 4713 N. Clark (“The Anderson”), the opening of the HomeGrown homeownership program (applications open June 8), and 2026 Adopt-a-Landmark funding. The newsletter also covers infrastructure work affecting streets and utilities—Montrose/Wilson lakefront underpasses reopening, Sheridan Road resurfacing with pedestrian safety improvements, and a Racine water main replacement with lead service line work—plus community announcements like Pride events and Uptown Farmers Market updates, a Community Shred Day (June 27), and a Community Conversation on housing (June 23).

In the 39th Ward newsletter, Alderman Samantha Nugent highlighted a hearing in the City Council Committee on Public Safety about long delays in procuring a replacement gunshot detection system and implementing a new police records management system, noting the hearing was shut down before officials could answer questions and that she will continue pushing for transparency. Other ward updates include the temporary closure of the Forest Glen Playlot for soft-surface maintenance (through June 8) and construction starting June 8 on the Bryn Mawr bike lanes, with intermittent lane closures. The newsletter also shares community announcements such as yard sales across several 39th Ward neighborhoods and celebrates debate and scholarship winners at local schools, plus an appearance at the Sauganash Community Association annual meeting.

Alderman Jason C. Ervin’s June 2026 newsletter focuses on the Bank of America Chicago 13.1 Marathon and the West Side Wellness Fest in Garfield Park, including the Saturday June 6 and Sunday June 7 event schedule. It details Sunday, June 7 street closures (5:30 a.m.–11 a.m.), no-parking rules and towing starting at 1 a.m., plus an I-290 Independence Boulevard exit closure from 5 a.m.–11:30 a.m., and related parking/traffic routing guidance for the West Side.

Alderman Timmy Knudsen (43rd Ward) highlighted June Pride programming and promoted ward updates including the ADU ordinance now in effect and an interactive 43rd Ward residential parking zone map; the newsletter also announced increased lakefront beach safety actions from the 18th and 19th CPD districts. For transportation, Knudsen urged Mayor Johnson and CDOT to prioritize reopening closed river bridges (especially the Cortland Bridge) and to provide alternative congestion plans for closures over 30 days. Other major items include new CHI 311 and e-scooter/e-bike guidance, Recycle Coach and other public-service resources, and community events such as Lincoln Park Greek Fest (this weekend), Lincoln Park Health & Wellness Showcase (June 6), Annual Summer Roll (June 18), Pitch In @ Oz Park (June 14, July 12, Aug. 2 & 23), and Old Town Art Fair (June 13–14).

In her 50th Ward newsletter, Ald. Debra L. Silverstein highlights a new City of Chicago HomeGrown Purchase Assistance Program opening June 8, offering income-eligible homebuyers grants up to $70,000 for down payments and closing costs. She also reminds residents of Lake View Township’s open property tax appeal period (through July 13) for parts of the 50th Ward south of Devon and east of Western, plus ongoing summer community events including free ice cream and outdoor office hours on June 16 at Lunt Playlot Park. Other updates include Pride Fest/parade information, sign-ups for 50th Ward street sweeping alerts, and a schedule of events at the Northtown Library.

Alderman Ronnie L. Mosley’s 21st Ward Weekly Bulletin highlights community events rather than any zoning, housing, transit, or budget hearings/ordinances. The main items are HomeGrown Purchase Assistance Grant applications opening June 8, plus recent shred/e-waste recycling and Vehicle Safety Day crime-prevention services, and an award Mosley received at a Public Safety Community Fair. Other announcements include upcoming Monthly Town Hall meetings at Carter G. Woodson Library, the Jumping Jack summer block-party program details, and various City/County/State resource and hotline information (including 988/911/211).

Alderman Jim Gardiner’s 45th Ward newsletter focuses on ongoing Chicago Police Department efforts related to an investigation of a criminal sexual assault involving two children in Portage Park, and directs residents to contact CPD or his office with any information. The rest highlights community safety updates such as scheduled 2026 beat meetings and general traffic/pedestrian safety reminders, alongside other community announcements and local events. The newsletter also promotes ward resources and city programs (e.g., infrastructure-issue contact info, the Express Permit Program, veterans and senior services, and small business/community development grant and webinar opportunities) and mentions local business spotlights and summer community events like hot dog festivals and a Support the Police Rally.

The alderman (name not provided) highlights ongoing Greyhound Station safety and accountability efforts, including an ordinance hearing before the Committee on Housing and Real Estate on June 10 at 12:30pm with public comment available. The newsletter also lists major city infrastructure and transit-related closures/works (CTA State/Lake station demolition through 2029; Canal Street viaduct work; Lake Street bascule bridge closure through January 2028; other CDOT/ward resurfacing and reconstruction updates). Other major announcements/events include the Chicago Blues Festival (June 4–7), American Writers Festival (June 6–7), and multiple community events and markets, including Movies in the Park on June 10 and a June 9 Greektown “We The People” sculpture ribbon cutting.

Alderman Bennett Lawson’s 44th Ward newsletter highlights a zoning/development feedback request: the Cubs proposal to amend their Planned Development to add 259 parking spaces at the Camry Lot (through the acquired House of the Good Shepherd lot), raising capacity from 688 to 947, with responses due by June 18. It also notes major street work/closures and ongoing infrastructure planning, including Broadway crane-related closures (June 9–11) and the revised Wellington/Oakdale Greenway proposal now under review. The newsletter also covers June community events such as Pride Month and the Kids Bike Parade (June 13), plus updates on alley resurfacing and additional road closures for Dine Out on Broadway (June 12–14).

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 William Hall (6th Ward) invites residents to the 6th Ward Community-Wide Meeting this Saturday at St. James Community Church, where they will discuss the Summer Safety Plan and CDOT updates. The newsletter also notes time for a Constituent Hour (9:00 AM) and a Community Meeting (10:00 AM), along with upcoming community events and opportunities. Other announcements are limited to the meeting reminder and contact/unsubscribe information.

Aldermanic Office of the Third Ward’s 6/4/26 e-news highlights several community announcements, including the June 21 reopening of the King Branch Library (3436 S. King Dr.) after renovations funded through the Chicago Community Works Challenge. It also announces Bronzeville Summer Nights (save the date) and lists multiple hiring events and job-related opportunities, plus that CACC pet adoption fees are being waived. No Third Ward zoning, development, housing, transit, budget, or street-safety meetings/ordinances were described in this issue.

In the 9th Ward, Alderman Anthony A. Beale announced that the June 23 Townhall has been canceled due to an event; no zoning, development, housing, transit, budget, or street policy meetings or hearings were described. Other updates include Juneteenth events offering a free Veterans Health Van and walk-in services, and the return of mobile emissions testing (with office registration).

Alderman Matt O’Shea’s 19th Ward newsletter focuses on a community event: a “Throwback Thursday” free family gathering at Maggie Cosme Park on June 4 (5:30–7:00 p.m.) with live 1960s music and kids’ activities, plus food available via Calabria on Wheels. The newsletter does not mention zoning/development, housing or transit policy changes, budget decisions, or street-safety projects, and instead includes general information about the state’s Illinois Secure Choice retirement program and employment opportunities.

Alderman Nicholas Sposato’s 38th Ward update does not include any zoning, development, housing, transit, budget, or ordinance/hearing items. The newsletter focuses on community messages (including congratulating the class of 2026), local food pantry donation information, a local business highlight, and practical neighborhood resources like free “slow down” signs from the 38th Ward office and general job-posting links.

Alderman William Hall (6th Ward) reports introducing legislation to create an Office of Pharmacy Access, currently in committee and starting the path through City Council, aimed at addressing pharmacy deserts and improving access to medications as Walgreens closes. The newsletter does not mention any other zoning/development, transit, budget, or street-safety hearings or votes. It concludes with a commitment to provide updates as the proposal advances.

Alderman William Hall (6th Ward) announced a press conference today at 9:30 AM at the Walgreens at 8628 S. Cottage Grove following the store’s closure, to share an “important announcement” about the future of pharmacy access in the community. The newsletter does not mention any zoning, development, housing, transit, budget/ordinance actions, or street-safety projects, but it frames the event as a call for continued investment and services.

48th Ward Ald. Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth reports work on transit and housing access, including plans with CDOT to add 12 new Divvy stations across the ward and advocating for geofencing to prevent cycling on Sheridan Road sidewalks. She also highlights development and housing actions: feedback opportunities for zoning/development at 5948–5965 N Sheridan (Emanuel Congregation/Fern Hill) and a proposed B3-2 to B2-3 change at 4940–42 N Sheridan, plus a citywide ADU/coach house legalization ordinance that went into effect April 1 and is expanding applications in the ward. Other major items include $1.4M in pedestrian safety funding at Senn High School with near-term construction starting June 5, a $2.8M Bryn Mawr/Sheridan water main replacement update, and June streetwork/parking restrictions for large lakefront gatherings and upcoming resurfacing. The newsletter also lists Pride Month events and several community/resource events (e.g., June 4 health-policy town hall, June 6 FY2027 budget engagement roundtable, and June 6 Edgewater yard sale).

Alderman Andre Vasquez (40th Ward) announced a groundbreaking on June 18 at 12pm at Catalpa and Ashland for Elise Malary Plaza, Andersonville’s first pedestrian plaza that will transform Catalpa Avenue into a public event and shopping space. The newsletter mainly serves as an invitation and does not mention any hearings, ordinances, development approvals, budgets, transit service changes, or street safety redesign decisions. Other information includes details on 40th Ward office hours and Ward Night Mondays from 5:00–6:30pm.

Alderman William Hall (6th Ward) invites residents to a June 6 community-wide meeting to discuss the Summer Safety Plan and to receive updates from the Chicago Department of Transportation on ward projects, with time for questions during Constituent Hour (9:00–10:00 a.m.). The notice also highlights ongoing engagement opportunities and upcoming summer events; no specific zoning, housing, budget, or long-term transit funding/ordinance actions were detailed.