Anthony Quezada

Alderman Anthony J. Quezada (35th Ward) reports hosting a Community Development and Zoning meeting for a proposed zoning change at 2739–3743 W. Belmont Avenue for a 6-unit condo building, with public feedback accepted until June 5; he also issued support for a separate Avondale housing proposal at California and Melrose that would add 105 homes (with 21 affordable under the Affordable Requirements Ordinance) after review by the Chicago Plan Commission, with next steps in the Zoning Committee and City Council. The City Council approved an ordinance pausing the next tipped wage increase for larger businesses (and adjusting timelines for smaller restaurants), and Ward updates highlight upcoming CDOT arterial resurfacing on Fullerton and California Avenue, plus active infrastructure work tied to water/sewer replacement on N. St. Louis Ave. Other announcements include Memorial Day office/garbage schedule closures (May 25), volunteer work days at Paseo Prairie Garden, youth program and grant opportunities (including the 2026 ChiArts Grant and CHA “Choose to Own” orientations), and Unity Park events such as Yoga in the Park and Night Beams on May 30.

In the 35th Ward, Alderman Anthony J. Quezada highlighted a Tuesday community meeting with CDOT on the Fullerton arterial resurfacing (Fullerton between Kimball and Lockwood), including resurfacing and pedestrian/crosswalk safety improvements, with work expected to run late spring through late fall. He also noted the Department of Water Management’s ongoing Irving Park sewer/water project on N. St. Louis, plus an announced zoning meeting on May 19 for a Belmont Avenue rezoning request at 2739–2743 W. Belmont. Other major updates include Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Public Health announcing citywide expansion of the CARE mental-health crisis response program, and upcoming CDOT work such as California Avenue resurfacing (Byron to Montrose) starting June 8; he also promoted the 4th Annual Connecting Communities Bike Ride on May 16 and various community/resource events and workday opportunities.

Alderman Anthony J. Quezada (35th Ward) highlighted upcoming and ongoing infrastructure work: CDOT will begin the Fullerton Avenue arterial resurfacing project between Kimball and Lockwood, with a community meeting on May 12 at 6:00 pm, and CDOT also plans California Avenue resurfacing from Byron to Montrose starting June 8. The Department of Water Management continues sewer and lead service line work in the Irving Park area and plans additional water main work on St. Louis/Elston/Grace, with service interruptions noted during connections. He also announced zoning community meetings and feedback deadlines, including a May 19 meeting on a Belmont Avenue zoning change request (2739–2743 W. Belmont) and an ongoing feedback period for a California/Melrose zoning map amendment ending May 15. Other major items include a May 9 kickoff for the Logan Square Farmers Market, a Chicago River Day volunteer event, and the May 8–14 Know Your Rights Town Hall and Workshop.

Alderman Anthony J. Quezada (35th Ward) reports that his office hosted a second zoning meeting for a revised rental housing development at 3231-65 N California/2752-62 W Melrose, accepting community feedback until May 15, 2026, and will decide whether to support the project based on that input. He also highlights May 1 SNAP changes requiring many adults 18–64 without dependents to meet monthly work/volunteering requirements to keep benefits, and notes constituent-facing items including street sweeping underway and ward night on May 4. Other major announcements include a May 1–May 7 SNAP/food-access focus, CAPS beat meetings on May 6–7, and upcoming community events like Northwest Side Solidarity Network free meals and groceries (May 7, 14, 20, 21, and 28) plus volunteer work days at the Paseo Prairie Garden.

Ald. Anthony J. Quezada (35th Ward) hosted a Community Driven Zoning and Development meeting for a proposed rezoning at 3458 W Belmont (from C1-1 to B2-2) to build a 3-story residential building with three units and parking; neighbors can submit feedback until May 8. He also announced an upcoming May 1 zoning feedback process for a request to lift a liquor moratorium on new on-premises liquor licenses at 3652 W Wrightwood, and noted other ward developments including ongoing Milwaukee Avenue streetscape work (La Placita sign installation) plus infrastructure updates like CDOT grinding/paving dates and IDOT/CTA construction activities. Other major items include Earth Day tree planting with Openlands and partners, Ward Night on May 4, the opening of Cook County property tax exemption applications, and May Day rallies in Logan Square and Union Park.

In the April 17–23, 2026 newsletter, Alderman Anthony J. Quezada (35th Ward) highlights a City Council ordinance clarifying the Fair Notice Ordinance to protect tenants from eviction during notice periods of lease non-renewal, and he voted to uphold Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto of the One Fair Wage repeal. He also invites residents to an April 22 public meeting on a zoning map amendment at 3458 W Belmont, and notes local development and infrastructure updates including ongoing Kimball Avenue resurfacing and the CTA Barry substation work entering final stages. Other items include Earth Day cleaning events at Kosciuszko Park and Unity Park (April 18, starting 10:00 AM), ward night on May 4, applications opening for the Cook County senior freeze property tax exemption (deadline April 21), and SBIF small business grant applications for the Kennedy/Kimball TIF district.

In the 35th Ward newsletter, Ald. Anthony J. Quezada highlights a Committee on Housing and Real Estate vote passing his Fair Notice Ordinance amendment to prevent landlords from filing eviction actions until the full 30-, 60-, or 120-day notice period has expired, and he notes a housing funding announcement for the Metropolitan “L” Apartments (2525 N Kedzie) to add up to 96 affordable units. He also announces a meeting to gather community feedback on a zoning map amendment for 3458 W Belmont (rezoning a vacant lot for a new 3-unit residential building with parking). Other major items include a Thursday water main/sewer/lead service line replacement informational meeting in Irving Park, IDOT plans to resurface Kimball Avenue (Diversey to Wellington) starting in April, and Ward Night on April 13.

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Housing announced that the Metropolitan L Apartments proposal at 2525 N. Kedzie will receive city assistance and federal LIHTC, adding up to 96 affordable units and retail space in the 35th Ward. The expanded ADU ordinance went into effect on April 1, doubling parcels eligible for ADUs citywide, and a community meeting on zoning and development will be scheduled later this year. Additionally, a multi‑million‑dollar water main and sewer replacement project in Irving Park is underway, and the Illinois Department of Transportation will resurface Kimball Avenue between Diversey and Wellington, improving pedestrian crossings.

Alderman Anthony J. Quezada of the 35th Ward announced a community meeting on April 9 to discuss the Department of Water Management’s upcoming water‑main and sewer replacement work in the area, and highlighted the Kimball Avenue arterial resurfacing project that will include pedestrian crossing repairs and a full grind‑and‑repave. He also noted a request to lift the liquor‑moratorium at 2821 N Milwaukee Ave, a policy change that will be considered in City Council, and opened applications for the Small Business Improvement Fund for the Kennedy/Kimball TIF district, providing grants for commercial and industrial renovations. Other updates include the start of the 2026 street‑cleaning season on April 1, a tree‑planting event in Hermosa on April 25, and reminders to submit property‑tax exemption applications and city service requests.

City Council approved a $5 million TIF allocation for Avondale Park fieldhouse upgrades, and a fireside chat with the Department of Transportation discussed the Milwaukee Avenue Streetscape and Logan Square Redesign Project, which will include a new Milwaukee Plaza and farmers market. Alderman Anthony J. Quezada also highlighted the alley resurfacing project on Gresham, Allen, Kimball, and Milwaukee Avenues, and the ongoing TIF investments to restore the historic fieldhouse. Other updates include a new ramen pop‑up at 2642 N. Milwaukee, a community cleanup on March 21, and the launch of the Small Business Improvement Fund for the Kennedy/Kimball TIF district.

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 J. Quezada of the 35th Ward announced a community teach‑in on March 9 at Roosevelt High School to discuss ICE protection and community organizing. He also highlighted upcoming events: a CPS transition assistance fair at ASPIRA Business on March 10, early voting at NEIU El Centro, and a property‑tax exemption application window opening March 9. Additional community updates include a tree‑planting day on April 25, a Small Business Improvement Fund webinar on April 1, and CAPS meetings on March 11 and 12.

On February 28, Alderman Anthony J. Quezada of the 35th Ward announced a virtual public hearing on March 6 to discuss lead service line replacement funding and a Capital Improvement Project briefing that will cover arterial street resurfacing, water main and sewer main line replacements, and pedestrian safety upgrades. He also highlighted the $250,000 community development grant that approved the Belmont Tavern renovation, a key development approval in the ward. Additional updates included a fundraiser for a house fire victim, visits to local schools, early voting information, and a tree‑planting day.

During the February 21 City Council meeting, Alderman Anthony J. Quezada reported that the council passed a zoning map amendment for 2839 N Milwaukee to allow adaptive reuse and approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Regional Transportation Authority to study equitable transit‑oriented development along the Belmont Blue Line. The council also deferred an ordinance that would give the Civilian Office of Police Accountability authority to investigate violations of the Welcoming City Ordinance. Other updates include ongoing upgrades to the Milwaukee Streetscape and Logan Square redesign, a senior bingo event, a business rights workshop, and upcoming community meetings.

On February 11, Alderman Anthony J. Quezada attended City Hall meetings of the Committee on Finance and the Committee on Housing and Real Estate, while the Barry and Kimball CTA Substation project nears completion with temporary sidewalk closures. The newsletter highlighted community efforts such as a rent‑party that raised $5,000 for the Organized Communities Against Deportation mutual aid fund, a paczki distribution at Logan Square Blue Line Station, and a Valentine's Day Senior Bingo event. Additional updates included the opening of the Chicago City Council Latino Caucus Foundation scholarship application, the 35th Ward office’s holiday closure, and upcoming events like Hermosa tree‑planting day and a participatory budgeting initiative.

On February 6, Alderman Anthony J. Quezada of the 35th Ward attended Transit Equity Day with CTA Acting President Nora Leerhsen and other transit advocates, discussing the recently passed Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act and strategies to improve transit access and reliability in the neighborhood. He also joined the signing of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s ICE On Notice executive order and visited the Northwest Side Solidarity Network’s food distribution operation, highlighting community efforts to address poverty and immigration enforcement impacts. Additional updates include plans to collect donations for the NSSN, an upcoming rent party supporting tenants affected by deportation, and several community events such as the Hermosa Know Your Rights workshop and the CPkD participatory budgeting process.

Alderman Anthony J. Quezada of the 35th Ward reports that the City Council passed an ordinance expanding the Civilian Office of Police Accountability’s authority over Welcoming City Ordinance complaints, following two ICE‑related committee meetings. The newsletter also announces new SNAP work‑requirement changes effective Feb. 1, a community tree‑planting day on April 25, and a food pantry event on Feb. 5, while reminding residents of snow‑clearing duties and upcoming ward‑night appointments. Additional updates include a protest against ICE in Minneapolis, a partnership with Openlands for tree planting, and various constituent resources such as parking relief and emergency heating repair programs.

The 35th Ward office hosted a city‑budget back‑town hall with Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday, where the original 2026 Protecting Chicago budget and the alternative budget passed by City Council were discussed, drawing over 150 residents. The ward also reported progress on the Milwaukee Avenue Streetscape and Logan Square Redesign, with benches, trash receptacles, and street‑light poles being installed while major construction is paused over winter. Other updates include a Committee on Health and Human Relations meeting on January 27 to discuss immigration‑enforcement impacts, a tragic fire on West George Street that claimed one life, and upcoming community events such as the ward night on February 2.

Alderman Anthony J. Quezada of the 35th Ward will host a City Budget Report‑Back Town Hall on Jan. 20 with Mayor Brandon Johnson, and the Chicago City Council Committee on Housing and Real Estate will meet that Wednesday to discuss the new Five‑Year Blueprint on Homelessness. A request to lift the liquor‑license moratorium on North Milwaukee Avenue between Kimball and Central Park will be considered at the beat‑1412 CAPS meeting on Jan. 20, and the Committee on Health and Human Relations will hold a meeting on Jan. 27 to hear testimony on immigration enforcement. Other highlights include holiday light recycling drop‑offs, a February 2 Ward Night, and a racial healing circle honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Alderman Anthony J. Quezada of the 35th Ward announced he voted no on the 2026 city budget and will host a budget report‑back town hall on Jan. 20 to discuss the approved budget’s implications. The ward is also holding a Jan. 20 meeting to review a request to lift the liquor‑license moratorium on North Milwaukee Avenue, and the Chicago Department of Transportation’s Shared‑Cost Sidewalk Program applications open Jan. 12 for sidewalk reconstruction. Additionally, the ward received two city grants—one for façade repairs to D5 Design and Metal Fabrication and another for a neighborhood‑access program to the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance—while the alderman expressed solidarity over the ICE shooting in Minneapolis and urged residents to stay vigilant.