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Summary

Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman’s 16th Ward newsletter focuses on residents submitting 311 service requests for issues like potholes, streetlight outages, and fly dumping, along with office contact information and general resources. It also includes non-legislative updates such as storm disaster relief information, voter registration, and multiple community/financial opportunity announcements (e.g., an “ice-free zone” event date and college application deadline May 1). No zoning/development, housing/transit/streets policy actions, budget decisions, or safety/redesign projects are mentioned in the newsletter text provided.

Email from 16th Ward Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman
16th Ward E-Newsletter

APRIL, 2026

16th Ward Service Office


1137 W. 63rd St., Ste. C

Chicago, Illinois 60621

Tel: (773) 306-1981

Email: info@16thward.org

www.16thward.org

Office Hours:



Monday 9 AM - 7PM

Tuesday 9 AM - 5 PM

Wednesday 9 AM - 5 PM

Thursday 9 AM - 5 PM

Friday 9 AM - 1 PM

    Sat. & Sun. - CLOSED

Greetings Neighbors,



If you have noticed potholes, street lights out, areas of chronic fly dumping, or any other City services, please help me and my office address local issues by submitting a service request.


With your help, we can have these issues addressed as quickly as possible. Please contact my office to report any City services needed or submit a service request via 311.chicago.gov, the CHI311 Mobile App, or by calling 311 directly. The free CHI 311 mobile app is available for both iOS and Android devices and may be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play. As always, my office is ready to assist and address your concerns.



Dedicated and Committed to the 16th Ward,


STEPHANIE D. COLEMAN

Alderman - 16th Ward

STORM DISASTER RELIEF AVALIABLE

16th Ward Police Districts

007th, 008th, & 009th

007th District-Englewood

008th District-Chicago Lawn

009th District-Deering

COMMUNITY EVENTS

SAVE THE DATE

ICE- FREE ZONE DIGITAL SIGN

Educational Opportunities

There are two weeks left to apply, with a deadline of May 1st! Don’t miss this chance to invest in your future. This opportunity offers not just financial support but also encouragement, community, and empowerment for students ready to make an impact. If you or a graduating high school senior in Cook County, Illinois needs college support, apply today.

Resources for Your Home

How SSA #3 Rebates Can Help Your Business...

Canopies/Awnings


Up to 90% reimbursement, up to $3,000



Facade Improvements


25% to 90% reimbursement, up to $10,000


Graffiti Removal


Up to $600 reimbursement


Security Improvements


25% to 90% reimbursement, up to $4,000


Save Money on Your Property Taxes



Exemption applications for the 2025 tax year are now available online. When you claim exemptions on your home you unlock real savings that help lower your property tax bill. Applying for exemptions online is easy and allows certain exemptions to rollover year-over-year. 

One of the most common exemptions is the Homeowner Exemption. This exemption saves homeowners on average around $950 every year. You may also be eligible for other exemptions including: 


  • Senior Exemption
  • Senior Freeze
  • Veteran with Disabilities
  • World War II Veterans
  • Person with Disabilities



Don't miss out on property tax savings. To review the exemptions you received in the past, check your property details and look under the 'Exemption History & Status' section.


Employment & Community Input Opportunity

Resources for Seniors

Veteran Resources

16th Ward Service Office


1137 W. 63rd St., Ste. C

Chicago, Illinois 60621

Tel: (773) 306-1981

Email: info@16thward.org

www.16thward.org

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Office Hours:



Monday 9 AM - 7PM

Tuesday 9 AM - 5 PM

Wednesday 9 AM - 5 PM

Thursday 9 AM - 5 PM

Friday 9 AM - 1 PM

    Sat. & Sun. - CLOSED