In Ald. Andre Vasquez’s 40th Ward newsletter, he reports that the Ethics Committee advanced legislation to prohibit city workers from using insider information to gamble, and the Transportation Committee passed the Sustainable Parkways resolution to shift parkway grass toward native species. He also highlights ongoing transit/streets-related work, including progress on the Lincoln Avenue Streetscape project and resurfacing/roadwork on Manor Avenue and Ashland Avenue.
Additional items include community announcements and events such as the Arcadia Terrace community meeting (July 14), a free catalytic converter etching event (July 18), and the 40th Ward “People’s Budget Committee” meeting to discuss $1M in infrastructure funds (July 15), plus back-to-school supply drives and local garden/library celebrations.
Alderman Debra L. Silverstein (50th Ward) issued a public safety alert about a shooting in the alley of the 5900 block of N Lincoln Ave; the victim is in stable condition and expected to recover. Police are increasing patrols and retrieving video, and residents with information are directed to the Area 3 Bureau of Detectives.
No zoning, housing, transit, budget, or street-safety policy actions or other events were reported in this newsletter beyond the investigation update.
Alderwoman Maria Hadden’s 49th Ward update highlights a July 20 community meeting with Loyola University and the Ignatian Mission Center about redevelopment plans for the St. Ignatius campus, including student apartments at 1300–1320 W. Loyola and a proposal that would require a special use permit and a zoning change from RS-3 to RM-5.5; it also notes closed/active ward-related surveys and engagement like the Greenleaf firehouse zoning change survey (now closed) and an OEMC flooding impact survey due July 14. Infrastructure and street impacts include upcoming CDOT street grindings (7/20–7/21) and a W. Loyola Ave closure during Loyola’s Nursing and Science Center construction (until mid-August), plus ongoing monument and construction work around the ward. Other major items include Summer youth/family events and programs, Participatory Budgeting idea collection through July 26, and a series of community notices such as heat-safety resources and local fairs/workshops.
Alderman Nicholas Sposato’s 38th Ward update says IDOT is resurfacing Addison Street (from Cumberland Avenue to Forest Preserve Drive) and adding new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps, with intermittent daytime lane closures; work is expected to finish in late September, and access for residents and businesses will be maintained. Other updates include promotion of CACC’s adoptable dog Roselle, a way to donate to St. Cyprian Food Pantry, a local business highlight for TAJ Coffee House’s summer happy hour, and various job postings (including fire and police hiring) plus the ward office contact info.
Alderperson Jessie Fuentes (26th Ward) highlights support for the Protecting Renters Ordinance update to strengthen renters’ rights, and notes that zoning changes in the ward follow a community-led process with intake, review by the Zoning Advisory Committee, and sometimes a community input meeting. The newsletter also publicizes July 13 at 9 AM waitlist openings for Bickerdike Apartments and shares ward-related assistance updates (tree-debris cleanup delays from recent storms) plus upcoming cultural events like the free 26th annual Barrio Arts Festival (July 11–12) and Colombian Fest Chicago (July 17–19).
Alderman Anthony J. Quezada (35th Ward) highlighted zoning/housing-related work at the Committee on Housing and Real Estate, supporting an ordinance to improve transparency in affordable housing development by requiring the Department of Housing to publicly report performance data and reduce approval delays that can leave units vacant. He also visited the multi-million-dollar Irving Park water/sewer/lead service line replacement project, noting upcoming shutdowns and continued sewer/water main installation that will upgrade stormwater management and resurface impacted streets.
Other major items include upcoming Ward Nights (July 13 and July 27), a request to lift the tavern liquor-license moratorium on West Diversey Ave with a feedback period after a July 9 CAPS meeting, and an ICE detention incident reported near W. Belden Ave. and N. Avers Ave. with hotline guidance for residents.
In the 46th Ward, Alderwoman Angela Clay highlights city and ward actions affecting zoning and housing (supporting a zoning change at 3853 N. Janssen for rebuilding a rear porch/3-flat and adding an ADU) and major infrastructure work, including new Sheridan Road streetlights (Montrose to Buena), ongoing alley reconstruction (Malden/Magnolia/Leland/Lawrence), and Sheridan Road resurfacing with pedestrian safety upgrades. She also points to City Council approval of about $550,000 in Open Space Impact Fee funds to support the future CircEsteem Plaza at Sheridan and Lakeside, alongside the opening of the HomeGrown purchase assistance program and a 46th Ward community budget idea submission period through July 31.
Other key announcements include an Aug. 1 Back to School Bash at Clarendon Park, a July 10 community screening of “Cooked” at Clarendon Park (5–7 PM), and the ongoing Argyle Night Market (Thursdays through Aug. 27).
33rd Ward Alderwoman Rossana Rodriguez Sanchez reports a ribbon-cutting for the new Ronan Park Plaza, with funding support via the Lawrence Kedzie TIF and project updates including expanded Global Gardens. She also says CDOT is set to begin seven street renovations on July 13—most notably a raised intersection at Kimball and Ainslie—expected to take about nine weeks and including traffic-safety upgrades like curb extensions and bike-lane median work (with periodic temporary “No Parking” signs).
Other major announcements include the July 11 Clean & Green event, July 16 joint office hours with State Senator Graciela Guzmán, and extended weekend bus service on Route #92 Foster.
In Alderman Scott Waguespack’s 32nd Ward newsletter (July 10, 2026), he highlights a virtual Chicago Police Department Consent Decree public hearing on July 14 and shares updates on a water main replacement project on N. Greenview Ave. (with Greenview closing starting as early as July 13), along with upcoming street/sidewalk and alley repaving. He also points residents to the Cook County Assessor’s property tax appeal window (through July 13), reminds about the street cleaning schedule, and notes ongoing collaboration with Metra on improvements to the Armitage/Ashland station feasibility study, with a July 23 public rider-idea event.
Other major announcements include the Bucktown Garden Walk on July 11–12, National Night Out on August 4, Summer Sidewalk Sales (July 11–12), and a July 25 Bike the North Branch Blues & Brews Tour.
Alderman Brendan Reilly (42nd Ward) invites residents to a July 22 ribbon-cutting at Montgomery Ward Park, noting he allocated Aldermanic Menu Funds to fully resurface the playground’s soft surface. He also announced a new 42nd Ward gunshot detection pilot to replace ShotSpotter, with a virtual kickoff on August 3. Other updates include upcoming CAPS meetings in the 18th District, multiple July street/CTA closure notices for construction and crane lifts, and Taste of Chicago running in Grant Park through July 12 with a fireworks/drone show on July 10.
47th Ward Ald. Matt Martin reports that the City Council Housing Committee passed his ordinance to speed up and reduce the cost of City-funded affordable housing developments, including new public reporting and removal of duplicative occupancy approvals. He also notes upcoming zoning reviews, including a request for a 6-story, 95-unit mixed-use building at 4730–52 N Clark to be considered by the Zoning Advisory Council, and support for a separate zoning change to allow a new 2-flat at 2128 W Eastwood. Other highlights include street closures for the Square Roots festival July 10–12 and continued CTA/road work updates (Western Brown Line area construction and Ashland resurfacing).
The newsletter from the 46th Ward office/alderman focuses on preparations for the 46th Ward Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 1, at Clarendon Park, including how to donate school supplies (July 1–31), volunteer, or sponsor the event. It does not mention any zoning, housing, transit, budget, ordinances, development approvals, or street safety policy actions. Other major information is the event logistics (12:00–4:00 PM) and community outreach via the ward’s social media channels.
Alderman information and ward-specific zoning, housing, transit, budget, or streets policy updates were not included in this newsletter. It primarily announces the 46th Ward Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 1, 12–4 p.m. at Clarendon Park, and calls for donations of school supplies (July 1–31), volunteers, and sponsors.
Alderman Brian Hopkins (2nd Ward) shared a neighborhood notice for a free community movie at Lake Shore Park: “Zootopia 2” on Saturday, July 11, 2026, beginning at 8:30 PM (or dusk), with free popcorn available. The newsletter does not mention any zoning, development, housing, transit, budget, or street policy/meeting items. It also includes standard office contact information and park sponsorship details through the Lake Shore and Seneca Parks Advisory Council.
Alderperson Timmy Knudsen (43rd Ward) reports that his Prediction Markets Ethics Ordinance passed the Committee on Ethics and Government Oversight. The newsletter also highlights the ADU legalization ordinance now in effect and supports expanded housing options, plus a traffic-safety push urging CDOT to improve mitigation/communication around long bridge closures (especially the Cortland Bridge). It also notes Superintendent Larry Snelling’s July 15 retirement and upcoming 43rd Ward events including the July 11 LCA Summer Block Party, the Old Town Triangle Bastille Day celebrations, and a July 13 Garibaldi Plinth Plaza dedication.
Ald. Debra L. Silverstein (50th Ward) highlights City Council procedural conflict at the Rules Committee involving Mayor Brandon Johnson’s attempt to place three non-binding referenda on the November ballot, arguing it bypasses the council’s established rules. She also announces the City’s Peterson Park restrictor replacement program starting July 13 to address neighborhood basement flooding over about two months, along with reminders about free ice cream/outdoor office hours, Brookfield Zoo passes, and community office resources.
Additional items include a July 3–4 storm damage self-assessment survey (deadline July 14), applications for Lincoln Ave TIF small business improvement grants (due July 30), summer CPS meals, street sweeping alerts, upcoming district/ward events, and free yard signs available at the 50th Ward office.
The 15th Ward alderman’s July 10, 2026 newsletter focuses on block-level constituent service: Team15 has entered 150 city service requests over the past three weeks and conducted well-being checks during heat spells and after a recent microburst, including follow-ups on issues like broken sidewalks, potholes, garbage carts, abandoned autos, and sewer/tree problems at specific intersections. The newsletter also highlights other office announcements, including a Back of the Yards Library summer programs note and job/offerings such as an OEMC job opening and the 2026 CONSTRUCT Infrastructure Academy, plus a call to use Chicago’s free Food Scrap Drop-Off Program.
Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman (16th Ward) newsletter contains no zoning, development, housing, transit, or budget meetings/hearings, nor any housing/parking/transit/streets policy changes or funding decisions. The main call to action is to submit service requests for issues like street lights out, fly dumping, or tree limbs via 311 (or her office). It also lists the 16th Ward service office hours and contact information; no other specific public events are included in the text provided.
Alderman Tabares (23rd Ward) joined the Chicago and Cook County Violence Against Women Task Force to present recommendations to the City Council’s Public Safety Committee, outlining actionable reforms following an audit of the domestic-violence support system. The newsletter also notes ward volunteer work at the Greater Lawn WIC Clinic’s fresh produce distribution and thanks Streets & Sanitation crews after recent storms for debris cleanup. Other items include a spotlight on local community resources and flyers, plus mention of Top Cop Larry Snelling’s surprise retirement and the Garfield Ridge Satellite Center celebrating 30 years serving seniors.
Alderwoman Jeanette B Taylor’s newsletter for Chicago’s 20th Ward mainly lists upcoming community events (no zoning, development, housing, transit, budget, or street safety hearings/ordinances are mentioned). It highlights a July 15 youth council listening session, plus a July 17 community shred-and-recycle event and multiple July 18 back-to-school/community celebration activities and a youth leadership program.