Dear Third Ward Resident, As I hope you have seen around the 3rd Ward, my office has designed and ordered special "Clean Up After Your Dog" signs for residents to place on their property. These signs are FREE to residents and can be picked up in my office at 5046 S. State. I believe this friendly reminder to all the dog lovers out there will go a long way in helping keep our community clean. Speaking of that, the Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation has implemented a program for yard waste debris collection across the City. Please call 311 to request separate bagged yard waste collection. Bags can be left in the alley or at the curb, outside of your black or blue carts. Yard waste should not be throw into the recycling cart as it can contaminate the recycling stream. For more information on yard waste collection, please go to www.cityofchicago.org/streetsandsanitation. The City is doing what it can to keep our community clean. Besides the "Clean Up After Your Dog" signs and yard waste collection program previously mentioned, we are in the process of mowing all of the vacant lots across the ward, sweeping the streets, cleaning city property and ticketing individuals who are in violation of the City's Sanitation Code. If you would like to help, the City can supply cleaning tools and schedule pick up of your bagged garbage after your "Clean and Green" event. Just call my office and we will walk you through the sign up process. As always, if my team or I can help you in any way, please don't hesitate to reach out anytime at 773-373-9273. Thank you for reading this newsletter, please share it with a neighbor or friend. Sincerely,

Pat Dowell Alderman, 3rd Ward

Third Ward Newsletter June 2018

In This Issue

Third Ward Update 2-6

Events in and Around the Ward 7-9

Important Announcements 10-12

Employment & 13 Training

Third Ward Star/ 14 June CAPS

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Third Ward Update

3rd Ward Parade of Homes Ribbon Cutting On May 31st, Alderman Dowell was joined by the developers of the 3rd Ward Parade of Homes initiative and officials from the Department of Planning and Development for a very special ribbon cutting ceremony that officially launched the next phase of the project - selling these beautiful homes!! The four new market-rate, single-family homes were built on the 4500 block of South Prairie Avenue on formerly city-owned property. Thank you to everyone who made this day so special. The Parade of Homes project will continue with the goal of developing 42 additional linked city-owned lots, returning these properties to productive use. For more information on the Parade of Homes project please go to www.3rdWardParadeofHomes.com.

3rd Ward Town Hall Meeting Join Alderman Dowell for an important Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, June 13th at 6:00 pm at PianoForte (1335 S. Michigan Ave.). At the meeting Alderman Dowell will host the developers of the former Ickes site at Cermak Rd. and State St., two other potential developers in the South Loop, Chicago Public Schools, and the 1st District Police. We will also be briefly discussing parking and traffic in the South Loop. Learn about what is happening in your neighborhood!

Shred-a-Thons Alderman Dowell is partnering with State Senator Mattie Hunter (D-03) to offer two free paper shredding events in the 3rd Ward. The first is Saturday, June 16th from 1:30 to 4:30 pm at the 3rd Ward Public Service Office (5046 S. State). The second is on Wednesday, June 27th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Second Presbyterian Church (1936 S. Michigan Ave.). Please join us to de-clutter your house and safely dispose of any sensitive paper documents you need to get rid of!

3rd Ward Gets New Police Officers; ShotSpotter Continuing her commitment to improving public safety in the 3rd Ward, Alderman Dowell was happy to be joined by Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson, Public Safety Committee Chairman Ariel Reboyras and 2nd District Commander Crystal King-Smith at the 2nd District Police Station (5101 S. Wentworth Ave.) to announce an increase in police manpower for the districts that serve the ward. At the event, it was announced that the 1st District will receive 10 new probationary police officers, the 2nd District will also receive 10 probationary police officers and the 9th District will receive 10 police officers. This is in addition the dozens of new police officers already assigned to the 1st, 2nd, 7th and 9th Districts over the last year.

Furthermore, the 2nd District has received "ShotSpotter" technology and a Strategic Decision Support Center, which will work together to run crime analytics software to assist police in stopping crime before it starts, identifying criminal activity and apprehending suspects. This is part of a larger district-wide strategy to allow the police to be more predictive and proactive in their policing strategies. So far this year, districts equipped with a Strategic Decision Support Center have seen an average of a 26% reduction in crime, outpacing the also outstanding 22% citywide reduction in crime. However, Alderman Dowell realizes that while policing is a vital part of public safety, a lot needs to be done to restore trust between the police and the community. That is why Alderman Dowell co-sponsored multiple ordinances to reform policing in the City of Chicago and insure that her residents are part of this important discussion about the future of policing.

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CPS Invests in Science Labs Chicago Public Schools has announced a $75 million investment that ensures every high school in Chicago will have a state-of-the-art science lab by 2021. More than 80 schools in neighborhoods throughout the city will get major capital improvements. This new investment will not only provide students with the tools they need to succeed, but it also means that all Chicago's students will have high-quality places to learn and practice science. Specific additional details regarding this investment in each school will be provided but is not available at this time. The following schools in the 3rd Ward are scheduled to receive a new science lab: Bronzeville Scholastic Institute, Chicago Military Academy High School, Phillips High School, Williams Prep School of Medicine and Ray Graham High School.

Dowell Attends Community Meeting on Civilian Police Oversight Alderman Dowell, as part of her outreach effort on police reform, attended a public meeting to discuss the four ordinances under consideration by the City Council to create civilian oversight of the police department. At the meeting, it was clear that there was frustration with the way the meeting was organized but support was voiced for the Civilian Police Accountability Council model and the Grassroots Alliance for Police Accountability model. Some 3rd Ward residents showed attended and two of them spoke out on the various models.

South Side Community Arts Center Approved by Chicago Landmarks to be a Part of the National Register for Historic Places The Program Committee of the Commission on Chicago Landmarks approved the recommendation of the National Trust for Historic Preservation to designate the South Side Community Art Center located at 3831 South Michigan in the 3rd Ward to be placed on the National Reg-ister for Historic Places. Approval by the State is next and the last hurdle is the National Park Service. Alderman Dowell was proud to speak in favor of the designation as the Center continues to be a place for Black artists to present their talents and a gathering place for the community to learn and discuss important matters. Congrats to Masequa Myers, Executive Director for her leadership in moving the SSCAC forward and to Carolyn Brackett, Jennifer Sandy and Mary Lu Siedel of the National Trust for documenting the tremendous history of the Center which opened in 1940.

2018 City of Chicago Senior Awards In commemoration of Older Americans Month, Alderman Dowell joined Mayor Rahm Emanuel for the 2018 Seniors of the Year Awards, hosted by XS Tennis right here in the 3rd Ward! Leola Lewis is the 3rd Ward honoree this year. Ms. Lewis was recognized for her outstanding service as a community organizer and for her role on the Tenant Council of her building. She was joined by Leo Lewis (father), Ella Mae Lewis (step mother) Ella Lewis-Rush (sister), Christian House (grand daughter), Stephanie Ford (sister), Olinda McKinley (god sister), and 102 year old god father Lester Goodman, who was a recipient of the same award in the mid 1980's. Congrats Leola!

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Project SYNCERE ENpowered Games Project SYNCERE (Supporting Youth's Needs with Core Engineering Research Experiments) is a non-profit organization designed to encourage disadvantaged students grades 1-12 to pursue of careers in STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) fields. Founded in 2008 by three African American men who recognized the lack of diversity in the fields of engineering and financial management, Project SYNCERE helps students discover a pathway to post-secondary education while increasing their interests in STEM and improving their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Project SYNCERE hosted its 1st Annual ENpowered Games, a Middle School Engineering Competition on May 25th at the Museum of Science and Industry. It's the first competition of its kind bringing together 400 of the best and brightest underrepresented students from 16 schools across the city. Students will work in teams to solve a series of mechanical and electrical engineering design challenges to determine which team and school will reign supreme. Participating schools and communities include:

Minnie Riperton Apartments Gets Renovated In order to improve the quality-of-life for senior residents of the building, the Chicago Housing Authority has renovated the apartments and community spaces in the Minnie Riperton Apartments. Please join Alderman Dowell and residents in thanking CHA CEO Eugene Jones for investing in the renovation. At the event, Alderman Dowell was able to speak with many of the building's residents and they very happy with the end results of the renovation. Kudos to Ms. Whatley for organizing a fun re-dedication celebration for everyone.

New Business - Starbucks Alderman Dowell has received notification that a new business, Starbucks, has applied for a license to open at 111 E. Cermak Rd, on the first floor.

Greater Grand Mental Health Center Hosts Open House In it's continued commitment to providing for the mental health needs of it's resi-dents, the City of Chicago's Greater Grand Mental Health Center hosted an open house on Wednesday, May 30th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm a their facility in the Martin Luther King Jr. Center (4341 S. Cottage Grove Ave.). Many people are unaware of the many services provided at the King Center, including mental health services, and this open house was used to ensure that residents who may need wraparound services know where they receive them in their community. For more information about the King Center and the services offered at the facility, please go to www.cityofchicago.org/familysupportservices.

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Avalon Park Elementary (Avalon Park) Marquette School of Excellence (Chicago Lawn)

Azuela Elementary (West Lawn) Nicholson Technology Academy (Englewood)

Carter G. Woodson Elementary (Kenwood) Powell Elementary (South Shore)

CICS Longwood Elementary (Washington Heights) Southeast Area Elementary (East Side)

Courtenay Language Academy (Uptown) Sumner Math & Science Academy (North Lawndale)

Grimes Elementary (Garfield Ridge) Tanner Elementary (Park Manor)

Jungman Elementary (Pilsen) Ward Elementary (Humboldt Park)

Kershaw Elementary (Englewood) Wendell Green Elementary (Washington Heights)

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April 2018 Top 10 311 Requests April 2018 Streets and Sanitation Requests

April 2018 Streets and Sanitation Requests Bee Library Update The Chicago Bee Library (3647 S. State St.) has been undergoing extensive renovations. The scope of the project includes the complete renovation of first floor including: new flooring, paint, ceiling tile, lighting and creating the YouMedia room. The work also includes: expanding the library program to the second floor to create an adult area and relocating the community room. Lastly, the renovations will perform a "white-box" build-out of the 3rd Floor and upgrades, as well as repairs to façade, roof, fence and parking lot. The project was expanded to include a new staircase on north side of the building and a new storefront which will tie both buildings together and create a more inviting and

modern facade. Currently, construction is around 65% complete and following activities are underway: State St. façade restoration, new finishes, electrical outlets, ceiling grid and lighting fixture installation in-progress. Circulation and self-service stations/desks are in fabrication. The library is scheduled to reopen in

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Type Number

Family and Support Services - Human Services 104

Water Management - Water Issues 75

Animal Care and Control 61

Streets and Sanitation - Sanitation Code Viola-tions

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Streets and Sanitation - Rodent Baiting 34

Streets and Sanitation - Traffic Services 32

Department of Buildings 32

CDOT - Electrical Issues 29

CDOT - Public Way Construction 25

Water Management - Sewer Issues 20

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ARIS Outdoor Lighting at Beethoven The ComEd Aris Outdoor Lighting Project is slated for installation at Beethoven Elementary School just in time summer classes. This project is a part of the Community of the Future initiative in Bronzeville and aims to improve the lighting near the CPS campus in cooperation with CHA and the designated Safe Passage Route. the 2 Units will be located at the southwest Corner of 47th Street and State Street. Pictured is a visual example of Aris Units nearby at IIT.

Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund Update The 3rd Ward is home to 579 Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund (CTPF) members, made up of 438 active/inactive members and 141 annuitants. The economic impact of these pension benefits of in the 3rd Ward alone is over $12

million. CTPF educators do not contribute to Social Security during employment and must pay for their own health insurance when they retire. The CTPF's funding ratio is on track to me 90% funded by the year 2059.

Troubled Business - Five One Food Mart The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection has performed an inspection of the Five One Food Mart at 51 E. 51st St. on May 16, 2018. At the inspection, the City issued six (6) citations for offering for sale outdated merchandise mixed with non-outdated merchandise. The owners are scheduled to be in court on these citation on July 13 at 11:00 am

Chicago Releases Summary of the FY2019-21 Area Plan on Aging The FY2019-21 Area Plan on Aging is the comprehensive guide to the City's programs and policies that affect seniors. A copy of this summary is available at www.cityofchicago.org/familysupportservices. Contained in the report are agency highlights and programmatic plans for the future of the Department of Family and Support Service's work for seniors. Among the highlights are the City's work on abuse, neglect and exploitation of seniors, the Senior Advocacy Program and Domestic Violence Services, Case Advocacy and Support, Benefits Check Up, the Senior Health Insurance Program Integration Grant and the Well Being Task Force. Priority issues to be addressed in the coming years include: providing better social/nutritional services for seniors, enhancing the existing community-based services delivery systems to address social isolation among older adults, helping older adults age in place through the Village Interdependent Collaborative model, and offering more effective and efficient existing direct services from the Department of Family and Support Services.

Dowell Co-Sponsors Ordinance to Ban Salary History in Hiring Process Alderman Dowell has supported an ordinance that bans City departments from screening job applicants based on their salary history. This ban would extend to workers for companies that receive City contracts. This ordinance would help close the gender pay gap by eliminating an employer's ability to pay less for employees, in particular women applicants, because of lower salaries from previous jobs.

Dowell Joins Colleagues to Rename Balbo Dr. as "Ida B. Wells Drive" Italo Balbo was an Italian aviator, fascist organizer and marshal in Mussolini's air force. He was honored with the renaming of 7th St. for his 1933 Rome to Chicago transatlantic flight during the Century of Progress World's Fair. Alderman Dowell has joined dozens of her colleagues in City Council to rename Balbo Drive to Ida B. Wells Drive in honor of the local African-American journalist, educator and women's suffrage leader. Ida B. Wells is a revered leader in Chicago's history and is well deserving of this honorarium, not a pro-fascist aviator.

Alderman Dowell Works to Strengthen Diversity Protections in City Contracting While existing Minority Business Enterprise/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise requirements are in place for City of Chicago contracts, Alderman Dowell is pushing to strengthen these protections to ensure City contract funds are disbursed equitably and everyone can receive their fair share of City-sponsored work. This ordinance would add bid incentives to City contracts based on the percentage of management and workforce for the bidding company that is diverse. Meaning the more diverse the company is, the greater the bid incentive the company receives when bidding on a City contract.

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Five One Food Mart 51 E. 51st St. Date of Inspection: May 16, 2018

Violations: Offering for sale outdated merchandise mixed with non- outdated merchandise Resolution: Six (6) citations issued. Court date July 13, 2018 at 11:00 am

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Events in and Around the Ward

Expungement Summit and Ex-Offender Job Seminar If you have been touched by the criminal justice system and would like to apply to have your record expunged or sealed, The Honorable Dorothy Brown, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County is offering an opportunity to clear your criminal record. The application, preparation and filing only applies to incidents that occurred in Cook County and can include: Adult felony and misdemeanor expungement - $120 per petition + mailing and copy fees Adult felony and misdemeanor sealings - $120 per petition + mailing and copy fees Juvenile record expungement - NO FILING FEES, ONLY MAILING AND COPY COSTS Clemency and certificate information Be sure to bring your criminal history documents with you to the event. If your conviction was a result of a drug offense, drug test results are required. You can get a drug test at ACCU Lab Medical Testing, 2600 S. Michigan Ave., Ste. 212, Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Drug testing will also be available at the summit. You must have a photo ID. The cash only test costs $22. Volunteer attorneys will be on site to provide free legal advice and assist with expungement and sealing applica-tions. Child support services, identity theft, job training, housing, and veteran's resources will also be available on site. For more information, call 312-603-5200 x 4641 or visit www.cookcountyclerkofcourt.org.

Where: Kennedy King College (6343 S. Halsted St. - Building W) When: Saturday, June 2nd from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm

Stars of Tomorrow Youth Arts Festival Intonation Music presents the Stars of Tomorrow Youth Arts Festival featuring a dozen local youth musical acts. The event is free and will offer food, a raffle, a photo booth, instrument petting zoo, face painting and more! Special guests include Mykele DeVille, Chicago Jazz Philharmonic Youth, North-Grand Prancing Owls, and DJ Ca$hera.

Where: Kennicott Park (4434 S. Lake Park Ave.) When: Saturday, June 2nd from 11:00 am to 5:30 pm

4th Annual Orange Day Peace Party Come together for the 4th Annual Orange Day Peace Party in memory of Hadiya Pendleton. This event will feature free food, a DJ, face painting, balloon artists, a bounce house, games stations, entertainment and more! Thank you to the sponsors: Mariano's, the Hadiya Pendleton Park Advisory Council and PLS247.

Where: Hadiya Pendleton Park (4345 S. Calumet Ave.) WhenL Saturday, June 2nd from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

"Keepin it Real" Program Hosted by the 2nd District Police, the "Keepin it Real" program allows for prior offenders to speak to the attendees about several things like how they picked their targets, things that may have been a deterrent, and how you can take steps to avoid being a victim. The topic of this program will be Burglary. Please join the 2nd District this informative presentation. If you need further information contact the 2nd District CAPS office at 312-747-5109.

Where: Mandrake Park (3858 S. Cottage Grove Ave.) When: Tuesday, June 5th from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

4400 Grove Community Meeting Alderman Sophia King (4th) is hosting a community meeting to discuss a new development taking place on the 4400 block of S. Cottage Grove Ave. Questions, call 773-536-8103.

Where: NEIU Carruthers Center (700 E. Oakwood Blvd.) When: Wednesday, June 6th at 6:00 pm

Bankruptcy: The Decision and Consequences The Circuit Court of Cook County's Elder Justice Center, as part of their Free Senior Enrichment Seminar Series, is proud to host an event entitled "Bankruptcy: The Decision and Consequences." Topics for the seminar will include: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, bankruptcy exemptions, non-dischargeable debt, and how bankruptcy affects family and friends. To register please call 312-603-9233.

Where: Richard J. Daley Center (50 W. Washington, Room 2005) When: Thursday, June 7th from noon to 1:30 pm

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Events in and Around the Ward

Home Buyer Education Learn about the home buying process such as the basics of budgeting, improving credit, understanding the closing process and down payment assistance programs. This is a one day, eight hour class. To register go to www.nhschicago.org/workshops.

Where: Chatham EMA Realty and Management (7300 S. Cottage Grove Ave.) When: Saturday, June 9th from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Historic House Tour to Feature Landmark Homes on Prairie Ave. Glessner House will present a tour of the Prairie Avenue Historic District entitled "A Walk Through Time." The tour will feature the interiors of six privately-owned landmark homes and one converted coach house constructed between 1868 and 1894; the Glessner House; and historic Second Presbyterian Church with its large collection of Tiffany windows. The Clarke House Museum will also be open for free tours. A reception in the museum courtyard featuring the 18th Street Jazz Trio, refreshments provided by Tapas Valencia and Binny's, and a silent auction will take place following the tour. Tickets are $50.00 per person and may be purchased in advance or at the door. Online tickets are available at www.glessnerhouse.org.

Where: Glessner House (1800 S. Prairie Ave.) When: Sunday, June 10th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Department of Procurement Services Vendor Fair This event provides an opportunity for vendors to learn about contracting opportunities with the City of Chicago, Sister Agencies, Cook County Agencies, State and Federal Agencies and to network with other business owners. UIC Forum Parking is available for $10. For more information visit www.vendorfair.info.

Where: UIC Forum (725 W. Roosevelt Rd.) When: Thursday, July 12th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Maintenance: Protecting Your Biggest Financial Investment Come learn how to address areas of your home that need routine maintenance and plan your projects. To register go to www.nhschicago.org/workshops.

Where: Greater Grand Crossing Library (1000 E. 73rd St.) When: Wednesday, June 13th from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Homebuying 101 Workshop An introduction to the home purchase process. Learn about the benefits and responsibilities, steps in the home buying process and roles of the home buying team. To register go to www.nhschicago.org/workshops.

Where: 7th District Police Department (1438 W. 63rd St.) When: Wednesday, June 13th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Cleaning Up The Community Centers for New Horizons is leading a community clean up day starting at 4305 S. King Drive. Please come out and lend a hand to help clean up the community! For more information please call 773-373-5700.

Where: Centers for New Horizons (4305 S. King Drive) When: Thursday, June 14th from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Anti-Violence Picnic Summer is here! Youth come out to the field of Phillips Academy High School to participate in a game of kickball. Join Centers for New Horizons at a picnic with your peers and mentors to discus solutions for violence prevention. For more information call 773-373-5700.

Where: Phillips High School (244 E. Pershing Rd.) When: Friday, June 15th from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm

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Events in and Around the Ward

Father's March Mr. Dad's Father's Club presents the Father's March. Help make a difference by joining the march! Free food will be provided.

Where: Ogden Park (6500 S. Racine Ave.) When: Saturday, June 16th at 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Chi-Town Cool Down Bethesda, Paving the Way and Strides for Peace present the Chi-Town Cool Down. Water slides, food, music, games, face painting and more will be available to entertain the entire family!

Where: 109 E. 53rd St. When: Saturday, July 21st from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Lakeside Alliance Meeting 3rd Ward Alderman Pat Dowell and 4th Ward Alderman Sophia King invite you to meet Lakeside Alliance, the builders of the Obama Presidential Center. Meet the Lakeside Alliance Team and learn more about the upcoming opportunities.

Where: Illinois College of Optometry (3241 S. Michigan Ave.) When: Thursday, June 21st at 6:00 pm

14th Annual Rents Right Expo The expo is an opportunity to talk to experts and meet with City agencies, housing advocates and attorneys. Visitors will learn more about financial literacy, repairing credit, the CityKey ID program and much more. The first 100 qualified Chicago residents will receive a free CityKey ID. For more information call 312-744-3653.

Where: Back of the Yards College Prep (2111 W. 47th St.) When: Saturday, June 23rd from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Chicago Cares Serve-a-Thon Chicago's largest day of volunteering celebrates its 25th anniversary, and we'd love to have you as a part of it. Join more than 5,000 volunteers in transforming dozens of sites across the City and celebrating service at this marathon of volunteering. Corporate, group and individual registration is now open. Visit www.ChicagoCares.org to sign up.

Where: Various Sites Across the City When: Saturday, June 23rd

Progressive Community Church Focus on Africa The distinguished Mr. Melvin Foote, President of Constituency for Africa, will be sharing words with the congregation of Progressive Community Church. He will be giving an update on the economic, social and health trends on the continent. For more information please call 630-639-7557.

Where: Progressive Community Church (58 E. 48th St.) When: Sunday, June 24th at 10:00 am

Behold The Dreamers Discussion The Hall Branch Library (4801 S. Michigan Ave.) is hosting a lively discussion of Behold The Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue. Jende and Neni are Cameroonian immigrants trying to make a better life for themselves. They both land jobs for Clark Edwards, senior executive for Lehman Brothers, and his wife Cindy. The world of great power and privilege conceals troubling secrets, and soon Jende and Neni notice cracks in their employers' facades. Painting a vibrant dual portrait of two cultures and marriages, this debut novel explores issues of marriage, class, and race while exposing the trapdoors in the American Dream. Stop by the branch or call (312) 747-2541 to reserve your copy of the book. For more information, visit the Chicago Public Library website at www.chipublib.org.

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South Loop Event Parking Restrictions Parking restrictions are in place for the South Loop from Roosevelt Road to Cermak Rd. from Lake Shore Drive to Clark St. during all Chicago Bears football games and many other Soldier Field events, Wintrust Arena events have been removed from the parking restrictions. Vehicles parked in the South Loop w ithout a valid South Loop Event Parking Pass, South Loop Event Guest Pass or Residential Permit Parking pass (for Residential Permit Parking Streets ONLY) are subject to ticketing or towing. For a complete list of Soldier Field events, please visit www.SoldierField.net/event. The 3rd Ward is providing the list below as a courtesy to residents and visitors and does not assume liability for the accuracy of the monthly list of South Loop events. All Soldier Field events are subject to change, including cancellation or the scheduling of additional events. It is your responsibility to adhere to the parking restrictions in place.

Chicago Park District Day Camps The Chicago Park District is currently planning for another fun summer in the parks. Their traditional 6-week day camp will run June 25 - August 3, 2018. View camps and other summer programs on April 9, online registration begins April 23 & April 24 at 9 am (see more information on dates below). Online registration for gymnastics centers begins April 24 at 12 pm. In celebration of Special Olympics' 50th anniversary, the day camp theme, "Unified: We Choose to Include" reflects the Chicago Park District's enduring commitment to provide inclusive recreational opportunities for every community throughout Chicago. This theme will be woven into camp activities through out the summer Every summer in the parks we keep 40,000 kids active, engaged and safe! The Chicago Park District looks forward to doing it again this year. Register at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.

CPS Student Safety Announcement In order to best protect CPS students, the Chicago Board of Education asked an independent, outside expert to review all of CPS' practices, policies and procedures for addressing instances of alleged sexual misconduct, harassment or abuse. Maggie Hickey, former Assistant United States Attorney and the Illinois Executive Inspector General, will lead that top-to-bottom review. In addition to this review, CPS is taking several immediate steps to strengthen staffing policies, particularly with regard to background checks, investigations and training. These include background checks for all current employees on a periodic basis, developing a standard framework for investigating reported incidents, set new policies to report inappropriate staff-student relationships, the hiring of at Title IX officer, establishing a centralized eligibility process for all athletic coaches and to work with principals to conduct an audit of all school volunteers. For more information on this initiative, please go to www.cps.edu.

Grant Park Music Festival What does summer in Chicago look like? Ten weeks of classical music performed by the Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus under the stars. The season begins June 13-Don't miss a thrilling summer of music! For a full lineup please go to www.grantpark,usicfestival.com.

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Important Announcements

Taylor Swift Concert - Friday, June 1st at 7:00 pm (Soldier Field)

Chicago Sky vs. Connecticut Sun - Friday, June 1st at 8:00 pm (Wintrust Arena)

Taylor Swift Concert - Saturday, June 2nd at 7:00 pm (Soldier Field)

Chicago Sky vs. Las Vegas Aces - Sunday, June 3rd at 5:00 pm (Wintrust Arena)

The Color Run - Sunday, June 17th at 9:00 am (Soldier Field)

Chicago Sky vs. LA Sparks - Sunday, June 17th at 5:00 pm (Wintrust Arena)

Chicago Sky vs. Washington Mystics - Friday, June 22nd at 8:00 pm (Wintrust Are-na)

Chicago Sky vs. Phoenix Mercury - Sun-day, June 24th at 5:00 pm (Wintrust Arena)

Junior Basketball Association: Chicago vs. Houston - Tuesday, June 26th at 5:00 pm (Wintrust Arena)

Chicago Sky vs. Atlanta Dream - Wednes-day, June 27th at 11:00 am (Wintrust Arena)

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ParkChicagoMap App Helps Find Open Parking Spots ParkChicago has launched a new app that shows the availability of Chicago's 36,000 metered parking spaces throughout the city - for free! With ParkChicagoMap, users can navigate to a desired location or address on their phones. The app will show you the likelihood of finding a parking spot within a four-block square radius of the address. The app also shows the hours of operation of the spaces, the cost of the spaces, how far the destination is from your location, directions and the ability to search by destinations, addresses and designate favorites.

Trees and Compost from the MWRD The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is offering FREE Burr, Pin and Swamp White Oak saplings and selling compost. If you would like a free tree visit the water reclamation plants every Wednesday from 9:00 am to noon from March to October to pick up your free sapling. Compost is available for pick-up for $10 per cubic yard at the Calumet Solids Management Area (12600 S. Doty Rd., Chicago, IL). For more information please call 312-751-5650.

Armstrong Park PAC Elections Attention residents living near Armstrong Park (44th and St. Lawrence Ave.), the Armstrong Park PAC will elect new officers on Saturday, June 23rd from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at Kennicott Park (4434 S. Lake Park Ave.). If you are interested in being an officer of the PAC, please submit nomination papers with your name, address, phone, email and the office of interest (president, vice president, secretary, treasurer or at-large member) by noon, June 16th to Terry Ervin attje96@sbcglobal.net. Officers serve a term of one year and help decide on park events, encourage usage and help the park district, Alderman and police maintain the park.

CSBG Scholarship Program Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) scholarships are now available for post-secondary education at an accredited institution of higher education or vocational training int he State of Illinois for the 2018-19 academic year. The CSBG Scholarship Program offers financial aid ranging from $500 to $3,000 for income-eligible residents of the City of Chicago who demonstrate academic achievement, career potential and educational motivation. Candidates must submit a complete scholarship application with all required documents and provide proof of residency and income eligibility. Applications are available online at www.cityofchicago.org/familysupportservices. Applications deadline is Friday, June 8th at 5:00 pm. Questions, contact Jenny Schuler at jenny.schuler@cityofchicago.org or at 312-746-7291.

2018 Summer Multi-Sports Camp Join the Chicago Park District at Phillips High School (244 E. Pershing Rd.) for the Multi-Sports Camp featuring football and girl's basketball. This camp, open to elementary school boys and girls ages 9 to 13, is designed to offer a fun and safe environment where campers will get an opportunity to learn the general knowledge of football and basketball through drills and competitions. The camp runs from June 25th through August 3rd. Session I goes from 9:00 am to 11:30 am, Session II starts at 12:30 pm and ends at 3:00 pm. Breakfast and lunch is provided. The cost is FREE. Register by June 15th at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.

Fab Lab Summer Camp Hosted by the Museum of Science and Industry, campers will explore, discover and re-imagine their world by designing and making their own unique projects. Each morning, campers will be introduced to new fabrication techniques in 3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, computer-controlled milling, digital embroidery and more. Each afternoon, campers will apply what they learn to make their ideas real. Sessions are Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and costs $750 per camper, which includes lunch, snacks and materials. To sign up please go to www.msichicago.org. Monumental Baptist Church Summer Camp Summer camp registration is open now! Held at Monumental Baptist Church (729 E. Oakwood Blvd.) campers will learn about videography, bronze photography and web design. There are also field trips to the Northwestern Memorial Lab, a Chicago White Sox game, Sarah's Pony and Horseback Riding and Raging Waves Waterpark. Cap is $130 a week including field trips and runs from June 18-August 10 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Questions, email summertimes729@gmail.com or call 708-960-0737.

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3rd Ward Participates in Help-a-Hero Homeless veterans throughout Chicago need your help. The City of Chicago and Jewel-Osco are collecting new, store bought, household items for distribution to veterans transitioning out of homeless. We're asking all Chicagoans to consider purchasing personal hygiene, kitchen and cleaning or bathroom and miscellaneous items to support the brave men and women of our armed forces. Donations can be dropped off at the 3rd Ward Public Service Office at 5046 S. State, at any Jewel-Osco or at select Chicago Park District locations. A full list of locations can be found at www.cityofchicago.org/helpahero.

HRDI Problem Gambling Program HRDI Problem Gambling Initiative Program provides individualized treatment for individuals struggling with gambling problems. Treatment is offered in a group or individual setting, depending on your needs with board certified gambling counselors who are authorized to assist with self-exclusion enrollment or removal. Their goal is to provide intervention, recovery support and treatment services to individuals with substance and/or gambling abuse, as well as, community intervention services to schools or local organizations. The services will work to meet the needs of individu-als with gambling abuse and the families that have been impacted by gambling abuse. By providing a safe and healing environment for our clients and their families, they can recover from the negative effects of gambling addiction and learn to maintain a lasting, comfortable and healthy lifestyle. For help or information call Becky Henderson at (312) 566-6291 or visit 340 East 51st Street in Chicago, IL, 60615.

Grant Application Process - Now available Online! We are excited to offer a new tool to make it easier for clients to apply for grants! Clients now have access to a new online option to apply for select NHS administered grants. Grants currently available include:

Target Block grant, which covers exterior home repairs; and

Micro Market Recovery Program Targeted Areas grant, which is for energy efficiency related repairs to help home-owners save on their energy bills Clients can review eligibility criteria, input their address and view a map to confirm they live within the program-defined boundaries for the grant. If confirmed eligible based on address, clients will be prompted to fill out and submit an application. For more information, visit: www.nhschicago.org/grants/grant-programs.

Rebuild Foundation Artisan Entrepreneur Program How does an artist build a profitable practice while maintaining creative capacity? The Artisan Entrepreneur is a free ten-week program for Chicago South Side and surrounding area artists and makers, working in all mediums, who are looking to grow their practice into a sustainable business, located at the Stony Island Arts Bank. This program is supported by JPMorgan Chase and hosted in collaboration with the Urban Business School. The weekly program will guide artists, creatives and makers in financial planning and entrepreneurial decision making. Participants will complete the course with an individualized business plan. Classes begin June 18 and are held weekly for ten weeks from 6:30 - 8:30pm each Monday. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates will have access to further opportunities to grow their business through the Arts Bank ecosystem. Visit https://bit.ly/2kdZUpeto register or find out more information

Jackson Park Yacht Club Sailing Scholarship The Open Horizons Youth Sailing Program which will target low-income, minority, at-risk children and youth ages 8-18, will teach leadership, teamwork and conflict resolution skills through sailing. The program will run from June to August and will consist of five sessions of two weeks each. Classes will be held Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Instruction will take place in Jackson Park Outer Harbor in Lake Michigan and will include both classroom and hands-on on-the-water activities. The program will be overseen by our Sailing Program Director Classes and a staff of instructors all of whom will be US Sailing Certified instructors (Level 1 and Reach/STEM certification). If you know of a child, ages 8-18, who would benefit from this program please encourage them to vis-it www.jacksonparkyachtclub.org to complete the online application form.

Police Board Disciplinary Process Videos The Police Board is pleased to announce that two videos on the role of the Police Board in the disciplinary process, one in English and one in Spanish, are now available on the Police Board website at www.ChicagoPoliceBoard.org. The videos will be helpful in increasing the public's understanding of the process for handling allegations of police misconduct. Please feel free to contact the Police Board if you would like more information.

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Hilton at McCormick Place Career Fair Do you want to be a part of Hilton's first tri-branded hotel attached to McCormick Place in downtown Chicago. Join the Hiltons at McCormick Place team for a career fair featuring over 100 open positions. To learn more, apply online at www.fhgstaffing.com.

Where: Revel Motor Row (2400 S. Michigan Ave.) When: Wednesday, June 6th from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm

Early Childhood Job Fair Chicago Commons schools are hiring 20+ positions. School Directors and Supervisors will be on-site interviewing for a variety of early childhood positions including: Type 04 teachers, head teachers, assistant teachers, family workers, home visit coordinators and diverse learner coordinators. See the full list of open positions and job requirements at www.chicagocommons.org/careers. Questions, please email talentsearchcc@gmail.com.

Where: Saturday, June 9th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Where: 515 E. 50th St.

Chicago Department of Aviation Community Career Fair Don't miss your opportunity to meet representatives from companies looking to hire individuals to work at O'Hare and Midway International Airports in the following areas: airlines, cargo, concessions, hospitality, security and more.

Where: Kennedy-King College (6301 S. Halsted St., Gymnasium) When: Wednesday, June 13th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

2020 Census Jobs Applicants selected for outreach jobs serve as Partnership Specialists. Outreach personnel get the word out about census jobs or other 2020 Census community activities. Partnership Specialists call on local organizations for assistance in providing census information to the persons they serve. Partnership Specialists will conduct formal and informal presentations about census activities. To apply please go to www.census.gov. For applicants to preview the questions, they must click on the "How to Apply" link on the right side of the job announcement and scroll to the bottom and click on the "click here" link. Applicants applying to these job announcements should read the "Who May Apply" section carefully to determine their eligibility/area of consideration.

Candy Warehouse Jobs Orientation for jobs with Candy Warehouse will be held from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Harvey Public Library (15441 Turlington Ave., Harvey, IL). Please bring your picture ID, Social Security Card and complete your online profile before attending at www.1stclassstaffing.com.

United Facilities Hiring Event United Facilities is hiring for General Labor/Packaging. As a packager, you will work safely on a production line to cre-ate new case product by cutting cases for re-boxing, feeding products to converters, shrink wrapping products and la-beling products. Text your name, number and email to 708-277-9701 to set up an orientation. Bring you picture ID and Social Security Card to their orientation. Please also fill out your online profile before attending at www.1stclassstaffing.com.

St. Paul Church of God In Christ Community Development Program St. Paul Church of God in Christ Community Development Ministries (SPCDM), Inc. offers an intensive 10 week (90 hr.) program for individuals with a construction industry background and a 12 week, (300 hr.) customized program designed to enhance an individual's educational and life skills in preparation for entry into the apprenticeship con-struction trades and other related industries. The mission is to help remove all educational/psychological barriers to increase the number of historically underserved, hard to serve, minority and women populations entry into the trades. The programs are designed for participants with a minimum high school level education. Program participants are T.A.B.E. tested, drug/alcohol screened and interviewed prior to placement in the program. To apply please call 773-538-5120, email spcdm@sbcglobal.net, or visit www.stpaulcdm.org.

Food Service Jobs For all positions, candidates must have a food handler's license and 1-2 years of experience. The employer is a catering company located on the South Side of Chicago. They are looking to fill all positions ASAP, except the Event Coordinator. That person will start in Aug and will require 2 years of prior experience. Positions are as follows: food prep - $13-14 per hour, dishwasher - $12 per hour, event coordinator $14 per hour. Email resumes to LMaxwell-Thomas@pyramid-pci.com.

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Dowell Honors STEM Graduates

Alerman Dowell was proud to honor 3rd Ward STEM school student graduates at the May 23, 2018 City Coun-cil meeting. These accomplished scholars thrived in the rigorous Science, Technology, Engineering and Math programs offered in Chicago and are a shining example of the bright future our local students have in front of them! Join me in congratulating these fine students as they enter the next phase in their education.

(Pictured from left to right) Maxine Aguilar (Jones College Prep) - Wellesley Dahveed Dennis (Perspectives/IIT Math & Science Academy) - Northern Illinois Danae Jones (Wendell Phillips Academy) - Xavier University Alderman Pat Dowell - 3rd Ward - City of Chicago

Alexis James (Jones College Prep) - University of Kentucky Raymond Washington (Urban Prep Charter Academy) - Grambling State University

Attending and participating in the Chicago Police's Community Policing Program (CAPS) is one of the best ways to address crime and quality of life issues in your neighborhood. By attending CAPS meetings, you can share important information with the police that will assist them in making arrests and preventing crime as well as receive valuable information about resources that promote homeowner and community safety. Visit www.chicagopolice.org to find out what district you live in and click on each district title to learn more about what is happening in your neighborhood. New Beat Meeting for 2nd District - Beat 231

Third Ward Alderman Pat Dowell | 5046 S. State St. | Chicago, IL. | (773) 373-9273 | ward03@cityofchicago.org www.dowellforthirdward.com | Facebook.com/aldermanpat.dowell | Twitter: @aldpatdowell3rd

Hours: Mon.—Wed.: 9am-5pm Thurs.: 12-8pm (Ward Night from 6-8), Fri.: 9am-1pm, Every Third Sat.: 10am-1pm

June CAPS Meetings

3rd Ward Star

1st District 7th District

131/132 Tuesday, June 19th @ 6:30 pm 1st District (1718 S. State St.)

133 Wednesday, June 20th @ 6:30 pm Prairie Shores (2901 S. King Dr.)

711 Tuesday, June 19th @ 6:30 pm 7th District (1438 W. 63rd St.)

2nd District

211 Monday, June 11th @ 6:30 pm College of Opt. (3240 S. Indiana)

212/214 Tuesday, June 5th @ 6:30 pm Mandrake Park (3858 S. Cottage)

213/215/224 Wednesday, June 13th @ 6:30 pm St. Elizabeth's (4058 S. Michigan)

221/223 Tuesday, June 12th @ 6:30 pm King Center (4314 S. Cottage)

225 Thursday, June 14th @ 6:30 pm Coppin AME (5627 S. Michigan)

9th District

915 Tuesday, June 12th @ 6:30 pm 9th District Station (3120 S. Halsted)

924 Tuesday, June 5th @ 6:00 pm Davis Square Park (4430 S. Marsh-field)

931/933 Thursday, June 14th @ 6:00 pm Cornell Square (1809 W. 50th St.)

925 Wednesday, June 20th @ 6:00 pm St. Gabriel's (4500 S. Wallace)

934/935 Tuesday, June 19th @ 6:00 pm Sherman Park (1301 W. 52nd)

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EVENT DATE LOCATION TIME

Chicago Sky Basketball Friday, June 1 Wintrust Arena 8:00 PM

Taylor Swift Reputation Concert Friday, June 1 All Soldier Field 7:00 PM

Taylor Swift Reputation Concert Saturday, June 2 All Soldier Field 7:00 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Sunday, June 3 Wintrust Arena 5:00 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Sunday, June 17 Wintrust Arena 5:00 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Friday, June 22 Wintrust Arena 8:00 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Sunday, June 24 Wintrust Arena 5:00 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Wednesday, June 27 Wintrust Arena 11:00 AM

Chicago Sky Basketball Sunday, July 1 Wintrust Arena 5:00 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Saturday, July 7 Wintrust Arena 7:30 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Tuesday, July 10 Wintrust Arena 7:30 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Wednesday, July 18 Wintrust Arena 11:00 AM

Chicago Sky Basketball Friday, July 20 Wintrust Arena 8:00 PM

Soccer: Manchester City Friday, July 20 All Soldier Field 7:00 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Sunday, July 22 Wintrust Arena 5:00 PM

Kenny Chesney Concert Saturday, July 28 All Soldier Field 5:00 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Tuesday, August 7 Wintrust Arena 7:30 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Friday, August 10 Wintrust Arena 8:00 PM

Jay Z and Beyonce Concert Friday, August 10 All Soldier Field 7:30 PM

Jay Z and Beyonce Concert Saturday, August 11 All Soldier Field 7:30 PM

Chicago Sky Basketball Sunday, August 19 Wintrust Arena 5:00 PM

NFL: Bears vs Chiefs Saturday, August 25 All Soldier Field Noon

NFL: Bears vs Bills Thursday, August 30 All Soldier Field 7:30 PM

College Football: U of I vs S. Florida Saturday, September 15 All Soldier Field Noon

NFL: Bears vs Seahawks Monday, September 17 All Soldier Field 7:15 PM

NFL: Bears vs Buccaneers Sunday, September 30 All Soldier Field Noon

Ed Sheeran Concert Thursday, October 4 All Soldier Field 7:00 PM

NFL: Bears vs Patriots Sunday, October 21 All Soldier Field Noon

NFL: Bears vs Jets Sunday, October 28 All Soldier Field Noon

Rugby Weekend: Tripleheader Saturday, November 3 All Soldier Field 3:00 PM

NFL: Bears vs Lions Sunday, November 11 All Soldier Field Noon

NFL: Bears vs Vikings Sunday, November 18 All Soldier Field Noon

NFL: Bears vs Rams Sunday, December 9 All Soldier Field Noon

NFL: Bears vs Packers Sunday, December 16 All Soldier Field Noon

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