Chicago Alderman Newsletter Tracker

Ald. Matt Martin of the 47th Ward reported that he participated in the City Council’s Environmental Protection Committee to review a rodent‑control pilot, supported a water‑system reclamation study by the Army Corps of Engineers, and met with senior residents to discuss the North Center Senior Satellite Center. He also joined the Public Safety Committee to review the Office of Reentry and met with the Small Business Advisory Center to explore legislation that would streamline business applications. The newsletter also announced upcoming community events such as EcoFest 2026 vendor applications, the Andersonville Puzzle Exchange, and the Lunar New Year Parade, along with other local cultural and health‑related activities.

Alderman Debra L. Silverstein of the 50th Ward issued a public safety alert about a shooting in the neighboring 40th Ward, urging residents to contact the Area 3 Bureau of Detectives with any information. No meetings, policy changes, or development updates were mentioned in this newsletter.

The Third Ward Aldermanic Office highlighted the DWM Sewer Lining Project from Shields to Wentworth as a key infrastructure investment, along with Money Matters initiatives in Bronzeville. The newsletter also promoted a range of community events, including Veterans gatherings, a weekly job‑search session, a Women Veterans coffee social, an urban agriculture certificate program, and a sports clinic for veterans.

Earlier this week, Alderman William Hall hosted a community zoning meeting in the 6th Ward where residents discussed development and zoning decisions. The ward also celebrated 100 years of Black History Month with a ribbon‑cutting at the DuSable Black History Museum and announced upcoming events such as the Hearts & Harmony Love Luncheon, the 6th Ward Volunteer Summit, and various health and community programs. Additional resources include business office hours for zoning assistance, free blood‑pressure screenings, and grant application opportunities for local development.

On February 24, Alderman Debra Silverstein invites residents to a virtual meeting to review the design of a new playground at Indian Boundary Park, a key community development project. The city’s winter parking restrictions remain unchanged through April 1, with no overnight bans in the 50th Ward but prohibitions on streets with at least two inches of snow. Other updates include a potential sale of the High Ridge YMCA property, a holiday lights recycling drive, Black History Month celebrations, and upcoming primary election information.

The newsletter from 16th Ward Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman reports no upcoming meetings, policy changes, development approvals, budget decisions, transit service changes, or street safety projects for the weekend. Instead, it highlights community events, including a senior and veteran Valentine's lunch and volunteer sign‑up opportunities, and reminds residents about warming centers and the 16th Ward Service Office hours.

Alderman Bennett Lawson announces that the 3233 N Sheffield development, which will add 99 apartments and double bike parking, is slated for approval at the upcoming Zoning Committee meeting, and invites residents to the Annual Wrigley Field Community Meeting on Feb. 24 to discuss baseball‑season preparations. The newsletter also highlights Black History Month celebrations across the city, ongoing public‑safety updates, and a range of community events and resources, including park activities, library programs, and local‑business support.

Alderman Raymond Lopez announced new parking enforcement measures in the 15th Ward, including a Residential Permit Parking program and a directive to remove dibs, aimed at reducing abandoned vehicles and improving street parking access. He also highlighted ongoing initiatives such as the continuation of VetConnect for veterans, a recent visit to the Chicago Board of Elections to discuss election security, and efforts to address sanitation violations and rodent control. Additional community updates include online Vote‑By‑Mail registration for the March 17 primary, STEM Academy summer program applications, and a food‑scrap drop‑off program to promote sustainability.

The newsletter from 17th Ward Alderman David Moore contains no specific updates on meetings, policy changes, development approvals, budget decisions, transit service changes, or street safety projects. No additional announcements or events are included.

Alderwoman Leni Manaa‑Hoppenworth announced several upcoming meetings and hearings, including a Complete Streets hearing on February 9, a synagogue redevelopment community meeting on February 26, and public feedback windows for a zoning change at 1527 W Edgewater (RS‑3 to RM‑4.5) and for the 2026–2031 Five‑Year Blueprint on Homelessness. Policy updates include a new Complete Streets framework, the ICE On Notice Executive Order, and the approval of ARO‑designated affordable units at The Mabel Exchange, while budget decisions are highlighted by the open voting for the 2026 Participatory Budgeting program and the deadline for Community Development Grant applications. Other highlights feature Black History Month celebrations, the upcoming Fika Fest, and community events such as Ward Night and the 48th Ward office closure notices.

Transit updates dominate the edition, with the State/Lake elevated station closed for demolition and the Canal Street Viaduct reconstruction underway, while the Lake Street Bascule Bridge rehabilitation, Halsted/Chicago Ave bridge demolition, and Ashland/I‑290 viaduct work continue to reshape key corridors. The alderman also highlighted the unanimous approval of a Noise Sensitive Zone ordinance that protects worship spaces and the launch of a new CDOT 3‑1‑1 reporting channel for delivery robot impacts, alongside the installation of stop signs at Polk and May to improve pedestrian safety. Community news includes early voting sites opening downtown, CAPS meetings, and a range of local events and volunteer opportunities.

Ald. Byron Sigcho‑Lopez of the 25th Ward announces the upcoming Infrastructure Townhall on March 19 to discuss the 2026 MENU participatory budgeting process, allowing residents to shape local infrastructure spending. The newsletter also highlights community safety gains, celebrates Black History Month, and invites residents to the International Women’s Day celebration on March 6 and other local events such as the Dvorak Park seniors’ Valentine’s Day lunch, a Café con el Concejal, and an expungement event.

Alderman Tabares of the 23rd Ward highlighted a policy change: Chicago’s new ordinance bans hemp edibles while permitting hemp beverages. He also addressed community concerns, including a letter to Cardinal Cupich about the closure of St. Bruno and St. Richard schools, safety reminders amid recent robberies, and instructions for reporting water leaks. Additionally, the ward is offering snow‑removal assistance through My Block, My Hood, My City and is recruiting volunteers to help seniors with snow removal.

Alderman Nicholas Sposato of the 38th Ward announces early voting dates and locations for the March primary, notes the office holiday on February 12, and highlights community resources such as free English classes, a local Peruvian restaurant, and job openings. He also promotes a dog rescue event featuring Duluth and encourages support for St. Cyprian Food Pantry. No zoning, housing, transit, or budget updates were included.

The 14th Ward’s February newsletter highlights a community meeting on Amazon’s proposed construction at 3100 W 51st St, the primary development event for the month. Additional updates include a virtual town hall on SNAP benefits, a fraud‑prevention workshop, office hours with CPS Board Member Yesenia López, and the 8th District Police Council meeting on February 12. The newsletter also promotes various grant opportunities, a CPFTA training program, and other community resources.

Alderman Anthony A. Beale of the 9th Ward reports no zoning, housing, transit, or budget meetings or policy changes in this issue. The newsletter focuses on celebrating 100 years of Black Excellence during Black History Month, invites residents to participate in a 2026 events survey, and highlights upcoming CTA opportunities, deadlines for qualification questionnaires, and resources for jobs, grants, and historical records. Contact the 9th Ward office at 34 E 112th Place or via email at Ward09@cityofchicago.org for more information.

Alderman Brian Hopkins of the 2nd Ward announced a helicopter lift operation at 1130 N Dearborn St on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am, requiring full street closures on Clark, Dearborn, and Elm between Maple and Division. Local traffic will still be able to access garages on Dearborn via Elm during the lift. No other meetings, policy changes, or development approvals were mentioned.

The newsletter from 17th Ward Alderman David Moore announces important snow‑removal information for residents and invites them to a Coffee, Cops & Community event. It details the police beats covering the 17th Ward and provides contact details for the alderman’s office. No meetings, policy changes, or development updates are mentioned.

Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman of the 16th Ward reports no upcoming zoning, development, housing, transit, or budget meetings or policy changes this month. The newsletter highlights service office hours, a February 3 property‑tax appeal deadline, and invites residents to volunteer for the SVL volunteer program and other community events.

The Third Ward aldermanic office announces that early voting for the March 2026 primary election begins on February 12 at the downtown Supersite and the Chicago Board of Elections offices, with ward‑based early voting running from March 2 to March 17. Residents can vote at several local sites, including Dawson Technical Institute, King Center, McGuane Park, Bessie Coleman Library, and UIC Student Center East. All 50 ward early voting sites and the Board Supersite will also serve as vote centers on Election Day.