Chicago Alderman Newsletter Tracker

Alderwoman Maria Hadden of the 49th Ward reports that the March 18 City Council meeting will address zoning and transit matters, and the CTA has submitted a security plan to the FTA that includes a 75% increase in policing hours and new social‑service funding. The ward also notes ongoing construction: demolition at 1224 W Loyola Ave, a Red Line track repair at Morse L stop (March 12‑16), and a lighting project on Chase & Paulina, with a single‑lane closure at 6347 N Broadway. Additional updates include a new tree‑inventory program, early‑voting details for the March 17 primary, and the St. Patrick’s Day river‑dyeing celebration.

Alfred Vasquez, 40th Ward Alderman, notes that the Ward will hold a town hall covering community issues and that the office will be closed on Election Day March 17. The Ward is advancing a parking‑enforcement pilot to shift ticketing to Parking Enforcement Aides, and the City Council’s Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights is continuing work on supporting immigrant communities. Street‑safety projects include the final phase of the Lincoln Avenue Streetscape and ongoing Ashland Avenue resurfacing and traffic‑signal work, while the Ward also promotes community events such as a pollinator seed giveaway, a Safe Streets comedy show, and a volunteer day with Nourishing Hope.

Alderperson Jessie Fuentes of the 26th Ward reports that the Zoning Advisory Committee met on February 26 to review a proposal for a 31‑unit residential‑commercial development at 3265 W. Armitage, which would change the zoning from B3‑1 to B2‑3 and include six affordable units; the committee has called for a community meeting to gather input. The newsletter also reminds residents to return vote‑by‑mail ballots to secure drop boxes, announces the opening of the 2025 property‑tax exemption application period, and highlights an April 25 tree‑planting event in Hermosa to increase canopy coverage.

Alderman Anthony Napolitano of the 41st Ward invites residents to the Northwest Side St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 15, encouraging participation and support for local businesses. He highlights a new initiative to ban online “hotel‑house” rentals in the ward, offers a weekly business feature on Facebook, and promotes free business webinars and job opportunities. Residents are also encouraged to sign up for text alerts and use the CHI311 app to report neighborhood concerns.

Alderman Anthony J. Quezada of the 35th Ward highlighted a City Council Committee on Health and Human Services hearing where he supported the Proactive Rental Inspection Working Group Ordinance, a key housing policy, and a Committee on Finance meeting that approved a $5 million TIF allotment for the Avondale Park Field House, expanding budgetary support for local infrastructure. He also joined a press conference with the Cook County Assessor to announce open applications for property‑tax exemptions and continued his school‑tour outreach, visiting Murphy School and Avondale‑Logandale Elementary to discuss community needs. The newsletter also reminded residents of early‑voting dates, upcoming community clean‑up and tree‑planting events, and other constituent resources.

Alderman Anthony Napolitano of the 41st Ward invites residents to the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 15 at 11:30 AM, encouraging community participation and support for local businesses. He also urges residents to help ban online “hotel‑houses” in the ward and highlights business workshops, job opportunities, and a text‑alert service for ward updates.

Alderman Anthony A. Beale of the 9th Ward announces that election palm cards are now available and urges residents to pick them up at his office or call 773‑785‑5849 for more information. The notice includes the office address at 34 E 112th Place, Lower Level, Chicago, IL 60628, and a link to the ward’s website. No other meetings, policy changes, or development updates are mentioned in this newsletter.

Alderman Scott Waguespack of the 32nd Ward reminds residents that Election Day is March 17 and encourages early voting and safe drop‑box use. He also highlights upcoming vehicle‑safety days hosted by the 14th and 19th Police Districts, a water‑main installation on Dickens between Damen and Avondale, and a range of St. Patrick’s Day and spring‑program events. Additionally, the newsletter notes the CTA’s new security plan and a reminder about property‑tax exemptions.

Alderman Matt Martin of the 47th Ward reported a meeting with the Active Transportation Alliance to oppose a planned 85% cut in pedestrian and bike safety spending, and discussed ongoing resurfacing and bus‑stop improvements on Ashland Avenue as part of city infrastructure work. The CTA has delayed reopening of the Western bus turnaround, extending the detour on the #11 and #49B routes through June, while participatory budgeting funded a new flashing pedestrian signal at Western and Byron and playground accessibility upgrades. Other highlights include a pollinator seed giveaway, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, and the upcoming Ward Night Out, with LV2 permit pickups scheduled for March 16.

Alderman Byron Sigcho‑Lopez of the 25th Ward invites residents to a March 19 Infrastructure Townhall to discuss the 2026 MENU participatory budgeting process and a March 31 TIF Review Committee meeting on the Pilsen Industrial TIF, both focused on community‑driven infrastructure and development funding. The newsletter also promotes a March 21 Clean‑Up Saturday event and a new Constituent Card offering free museum admission for up to four people. Additional updates include ICDI services and employment opportunities.

On March 13, 33rd Ward Alderman Rossana Rodriguez Sanchez announced that the City Council Committee on Housing and Real Estate unanimously approved her ordinance establishing a Proactive Rental Inspections Working Group, a key policy change aimed at improving housing safety. The office also highlighted ongoing zoning proposals for several properties in the ward and reminded residents of upcoming voting opportunities and community events, including a Healing Village gathering and support for families affected by ICE detentions. Additionally, the newsletter urged community members to participate in volunteer efforts and provided resources for immigration defense and housing assistance.

Alderman Brendan Reilly of the 42nd Ward reports extensive street closures and construction activity in downtown Chicago, including crane lifts at 15 E Oak, 600 N Michigan, and 840 N Michigan, as well as ongoing bridge and utility work for the new Bally’s Casino and the Lake Street Bascule Bridge, with closures expected through May and summer 2026. He also announces the Chicago River dyeing and St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14, early‑voting sites for the March 17 primary, a community blood drive on March 21, and the Shamrock Shuffle race weekend, noting related traffic restrictions.

The newsletter is a brief update from Alderman Taliaferro of the 29th Ward, focusing on youth and young adult initiatives. No meetings, policy changes, development approvals, budget decisions, transit service changes, or street safety projects are mentioned. It serves as a general communication to constituents about the alderman's work with young people.

Alderwoman Angela Clay of the 46th Ward highlighted a CDOT traffic study and proposed safety improvements on Inner Lakeshore Drive following a pedestrian injury, and announced a community conversation on March 16 to discuss these and other ward issues. She also noted the Cubs’ pending Camry Parking Lot expansion application and the CityKey Mobile DMV event that filled all slots at Clarendon Park. Additional updates included St. Patrick’s Day river dyeing and parade logistics, Cubs parking passes for residents, SNAP work‑requirement changes, and early voting openings at Truman College.

Alderman Matthew J. O'Shea of the 19th Ward informs residents that the South Side Irish Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will take place Sunday, March 15 at 103rd and Western, with parking restrictions from 7 am to 4 pm along the route. The office also highlights the Illinois Secure Choice retirement program and invites residents to view employment opportunities on the ward’s website. No zoning, budget, or transit updates were included.

Alderman Timmy Knudsen of the 43rd Ward announced a CDOT‑co‑hosted meeting on March 13 to discuss a design‑phase proposal for traffic and pedestrian safety improvements—including a new cul‑de‑sac and bump‑outs—at the Lincoln/Schubert/Seminary intersection, and highlighted the groundbreaking of the 2600 N Clark Street development that will add affordable housing and retail to the ward. The alderman also shared updates on CDOT’s e‑scooter and e‑bike policy guidance, new parking enforcement options via 311, and reminded residents of upcoming Election Day voting opportunities, while celebrating the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson and the opening of local businesses such as Daly’s Donuts.

The Third Ward Aldermanic Office announces a range of youth and community programs, including Chicago Youth Works Summer Jobs, My Chi. My Future, and the Teen Bash. It highlights scholarship opportunities such as the CABCF scholarship program, the Tax Smart Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, and the Provident Scholarship Fund, while also promoting Project Evolve’s Business Start Cohort and the Evolve Entrepreneurial Hub.

Alderman William Hall of the 6th Ward announces a community‑wide meeting on March 16 to discuss the 2026 participatory budgeting menu, CDOT updates, and unresolved streets and sanitation issues. The meeting will also cover 79th Street small‑business development and the Spend in the Black 2026 initiative to support Black‑owned businesses. A power outage will keep the office closed until 10 p.m. today, so residents are encouraged to follow up once services resume.

Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman of the 16th Ward encourages residents to submit service requests for tree limbs, street lights, and fly dumping via 311 or the mobile app. The newsletter highlights a Women’s History Month feature on Beulah Coleman, announces the CABCF scholarship program and a Teen Opportunity Fair at Kennedy‑King College, and provides voting guidance for the upcoming primary election.

Ald. Tabares of the 23rd Ward highlighted the planned Archer Avenue upgrades, a street redesign project that has drawn mixed reactions from residents. He also presented a resolution honoring Mrs. Jedlowski for performing a Heimlich maneuver at St. Daniel the Prophet School and met with Principal Taylor of Azuela School to discuss student safety along the railroad tracks. Other updates included a visit to the Garfield Ridge Satellite Senior Center to announce the new office location, participation in the Polar Plunge, and various community event flyers.