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Alderman William Hall of the 6th Ward invites residents to the first community meeting of 2026 on Jan. 12 at St. James Community Church, where plans for the year and the 6th Ward Forward Initiative will be discussed. The meeting will coincide with the launch of the City of Chicago Shared‑Cost Sidewalk Program, allowing 6th Ward property owners to apply for sidewalk repairs through a partnership with the city. No other policy changes, development approvals, or budget decisions were announced.

Alderman Raymond Lopez of the 15th Ward reports no upcoming zoning or development hearings, but notes new parking enforcement on residential blocks—including residential parking, disability park, hydrant and corner‑clearance zones—and participation in the Shared Sidewalk Program to improve street safety. The ward is also addressing transit service changes, with a scheduled Pace fare‑collection outage on Jan. 9‑10, 2026, while continuing sewer clean‑ups to mitigate flooding, tackling street‑level issues such as damaged signs and potholes, and reminding residents of the updated noise ordinance and youth curfew. Residents are reminded of the 2026 Vote‑by‑Mail option, upcoming Local School Council elections, STEM Academy programs, and community events like the Rosca de Reyes celebration.

Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman reports no upcoming zoning, development, housing, transit, or budget meetings or policy changes in this edition. Residents are reminded that the property owners’ appeals deadline is February 3, 2026, and the 2026 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program applications open Monday, January 12, 2026. Additional community events include a senior & veteran Valentine’s lunch and a volunteer sign‑up opportunity, with the 16th Ward Service Office open Monday‑Friday during listed hours.

Alderman Jim Gardiner of the 45th Ward announced a new rideshare surcharge effective Tuesday in the congestion zone and noted the City Council’s approval of a revised curfew ordinance—both policy changes affecting transit and public safety. He also highlighted the Shared Cost Sidewalk Program, which will run Monday, Jan. 12, offering free sidewalk appraisals to improve street safety. Other updates include a workshop on unclaimed funds, vehicle‑break‑in safety tips, and new local business openings in the ward.

Alderman Bennett Lawson’s 44th Ward office has scheduled a series of community meetings for 2026, including a one‑pager of neighborhood and police beat meetings, and has opened RFPs for three CTA‑owned vacant sites along Clark to spur transit‑oriented development. Lawson expanded the citywide ADU ordinance, passed legislation to host the 2027 MLB All‑Star Game at Wrigley Field, approved the opening of Lakeview Landing and the Briar Street Theater redevelopment, and funded infrastructure projects such as street resurfacing on Cornelia, Pine Grove, and Hawthorne, new LED traffic signal upgrades, speed humps, and pedestrian safety features, while the CTA Red and Purple Line Modernization Phase One was completed. Other highlights include the opening of Taste of Egg restaurant, a City grant for The Annoyance Theatre, a winter coat drive with the Bears, and community events such as the Lakeview Dog Park donation page and various festivals.

Conway’s Corner reports several infrastructure updates: a winter overnight parking ban (3 am‑7 am) on 107 mi of main streets, the closure of the State/Lake elevated station for new construction (disrupting Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, and Purple Line service), and ongoing bridge projects—including the Canal Street Viaduct reconstruction, Lake Street Bascule Bridge rehabilitation, Halsted Street & Chicago Avenue Bridge demolition, and Ashland/I‑290 Expressway Viaduct work—each with detour plans and completion dates through 2028. The newsletter also announces the 2026 Individual Artists Program application deadline (Jan 15), upcoming SNAP benefit changes effective Feb 1, and community opportunities such as poll‑worker recruitment, the Camera Registration Program, and volunteer events with Hope’s Table and the Cat Rescue program. No alderman name or ward is mentioned in this edition.

Leni Manaa‑Hoppenworth, 48th Ward alderwoman, announced the passage of the 2026 City of Chicago budget, noting protections for youth employment, the CARE program, a historic social media tax, and library funding, while also signing executive orders to cap police overtime and prohibit the sale of medical debt. She called a CCPSA special meeting on January 8 to hear public comments on CPD‑ICE interactions, hosted a design meeting for Emanuel Congregation’s 5959 N Sheridan development, and reported the reopening of the sidewalk in front of Timeline Theatre, while noting the by‑right conversion of 1244 W Thorndale into 32 apartments. Additional updates highlighted the Edgewater Indoor Market opening, the “You Name a Snowplow” contest, the Chicago Scholars mentorship program, and reminders of upcoming primary election information.

Alderman Nicholas Sposato of the 38th Ward announces the launch of the Shared Cost Sidewalk Program on January 12, urging property owners to repair sidewalks at a low cost. He also highlights community initiatives—dog‑rescue efforts, a food‑pantry donation link, and a local car‑rental facility. The newsletter lists numerous job openings across police, fire, and municipal services.

The Public Safety Committee, chaired by Alderman Tabares of Ward 23, approved a snap curfew to enhance street safety. The newsletter also highlighted the inaugural meeting of the Cook‑County/Chicago Violence‑Against‑Women Task Force and offered property‑tax‑assessment appeal assistance for Ward 23 residents. Additional updates included a call for community input on a special‑education policy committee, safety reminders amid recent robberies, and snow‑removal assistance and volunteer opportunities for seniors.

Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman of the 16th Ward reports no upcoming zoning, development, housing, transit, or budget meetings or policy changes. The primary announcement is a sign‑up for the 16th Ward Know Your Rights Forum, scheduled for January 2026 at the 16th Ward Service Office. Service office hours and contact details are provided for residents.

The newsletter is a brief update from 29th Ward Alderman Taliaferro, announcing a community meeting but providing no details on zoning, development, housing, transit, or budget matters. No policy changes, ordinances, or development approvals are mentioned. The email includes the alderman's address, contact information, and unsubscribe links.

The newsletter announces that the 2026 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program applications open on Monday, January 12th (6 am–10 pm CST). No alderman or ward is named, and no other meetings, policy changes, development approvals, budget decisions, transit changes, or street‑safety projects are mentioned.

The Third Ward alderman's office highlighted several community initiatives, including the launch of the Shared Cost Sidewalk Program on January 12 and the final submission deadline for the city’s annual "You Name a Snowplow" contest on January 10. Residents are also encouraged to apply for Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grants, with the next deadline on February 13, and to take advantage of the Mobile DMV service and various UChicago youth programs. Additional updates include police alerts on armed robberies and a reminder that the Shared Cost Sidewalk Program requires re‑application each year.

Alderman William Hall of the 6th Ward invites residents to a community‑wide meeting on January 12 at St. James Community Church to discuss the 2026 agenda and the 6th Ward Forward Initiative. The event includes a constituent hour at 4:30 PM followed by the meeting at 6:00 PM, offering a forum for residents to voice questions and ideas. For more information, contact the 6th Ward Office at 773‑241‑3100 or visit 8541 S. State Street.

Alderman Byron Sigcho‑Lopez invites residents to several zoning‑and‑development‑focused meetings, including the ZAB Community Meeting on Jan. 22 and the TIF Review Committee on Jan. 29, where decisions on local development and tax‑increment financing will be discussed. The ward also announces the opening of the 2026 CDOT Shared‑Cost Sidewalk Program on Jan. 12 and encourages participation in holiday recycling drives for lights and trees. Additional community gatherings include the Café con el Concejal on Jan. 17 and the First Community Meeting of 2026 on Jan. 31 at the Chicago Liberation Center.

The 41st Ward Alderman Anthony Napolitano announces the 2026 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program, opening on January 12, 2026, allowing property owners to apply for low‑cost sidewalk repairs before January 8. The program is limited by available funds and offers extra discounts for seniors and people with disabilities. Additional updates include a campaign to ban online “hotel‑houses,” business‑support resources, and a reminder to sign up for the ward’s text alerts.

Alderman Taliaferro of the 29th Ward sent a New Year greeting; no meetings, policy changes, development approvals, budget decisions, transit changes, or street‑safety projects were announced.

Alderman Nicholas Sposato of the 38th Ward announces the 2026 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program, which opens Monday, January 12 from 6 am to 10 pm and allows property owners to share sidewalk‑repair costs with the city at a rate below private contractors. Applications are accepted only through the city’s 311 system or by calling the 38th Ward Office (773‑283‑3838). No additional meetings, policy changes, or development approvals are mentioned in this newsletter.

Alderman La Spata of the 1st Ward announced that the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability will hold a special meeting on January 8 to hear public comments on CPD‑ICE interactions. The ward also highlighted the launch of CDOT’s 2026 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program, opening for applications on January 12 as part of street‑safety efforts. Additionally, the newsletter reported the ward’s 2025 public‑safety statistics and La Spata’s upcoming family leave for the arrival of a second child.

Alderman Debra L. Silverstein of the 50th Ward announces a new Shared Cost Sidewalk Program, letting residents share the cost of sidewalk repairs with the city. The program will run Monday, January 12, from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and applications are accepted on a first‑come, first‑served basis via 311 or the city website. Residents are urged to apply promptly to secure a spot before capacity is reached.