Dear Third Ward Resident, As you know, Chicago has a lot of work to do to restore public trust in the police force and to repair the relationship between the community and the individuals whose job it is to protect and serve. There are many initiatives that are already taking place to help with that effort, from hiring a more representative police force, to more culturally sensitive police training, to additional outreach in undeserved communities. One of the most important tools for improving policing in Chicago is crafting a consent decree that will be enforced by a federal judge and overseen by an independent monitor. Working together, Mayor Emanuel and Attorney General Madigan created a draft consent decree that will serve as the guideline for police reform in Chicago. This draft decree builds upon the work and findings of the Police Accountability Task Force and will cover such important topics as:

The use of force

Training, recruitment, hiring and promotions

Impartial and community policing

Supervision, accountability and transparency

Crisis intervention, officer wellness and support

Data management and analytics The full report is available at www.chicagopoliceconsentdecree.org. Public comment for Chicago residents can be made until August 17th through the website, by email at policereform@atg.state.il.us or by calling 833-243-1498. Comments can also be faxed or mailed to the Illinois Attorney General Attn: Civil Rights Bureau, 100 W. Randolph St., 12th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601. The fax number is 312-814-3212. If you would like to learn more about policing in your community, please join me and Alderman Sophia King (4th) for a combined Bronzeville Public Safety Meeting on Wednesday, August 29th at 6:00 pm (location TBD). This will be a great opportunity to build a relationship with your local police officers and find out what they are doing to protect you and your family. 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 August 2018

In This Issue

Third Ward Update 2-6

Events in and Around the Ward 6-8

Important Announcements 9-10

Employment & 11 Training

August CAPS 12

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Third Ward Update

Dowell Hosts Low-Cost Pet Vaccine and Microchip Clinic Alderman Dowell and the Chicago Department of Animal Care and Control partnered on Saturday, July 28th to host a Low-Cost Pet Vaccine and Microchip Clinic for 3rd Ward pets. Thank you to everyone who participated and to Lake Vista Apartments for hosting the event. It was a huge success! Getting your pet vaccinated is not only important for their health and safety, but it's the law. Microchips are also a great idea to make sure your pet, if lost, can be easily identified and returned home. But make sure you update your chip's registration if you move or change phone numbers! If you are interested in getting low-cost vaccines for your pet, would like to adopt a pet or if you want to volunteer with Chicago Animal Care and Control, please call 312-747-1406 or visit www.cityofchicago.org/cacc.

New Dog Park Coming to the 3rd Ward After many helpful conversations with the community, and thanks to the hard work of dog owners across the Bronzeville neighborhood, a new dog park will be opened in the 3rd Ward.

The quarter-acre dog park will be located at 3938-40 S. Indiana Ave. and feature synthetic turf, landscaping, lighting, fencing, benches, water fountains and other amenities specifically designed for your dog. For more information about the new park, please contact Alderman Dowell's Office at 773-373-9273.

Alderman Dowell Receives Women's Leadership Award Presented by the Chicago Sky and Aon, the #RedefinePossible Women's Leadership award honors women that serve as an inspiration to others by making a positive impact in the community and redefining what is possible for those around them. Alderman Dowell received the award for 2018 at a recent Chicago Sky game.

3rd Ward Schools Get Capital /Operating Investments CPS' proposed FY2019 budget includes nearly $1 billion in capital spending and significant investments in academic programs across our City's schools. As part of the budget, the fol-lowing investments are being made in 3rd Ward schools:

For a full recap of the FY2019 budget please go to www.cps.edu.

Four 3rd Ward Businesses Receive NOF Grants 300 businesses applied for the latest round of Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) grants and 33 businesses were selected to receive grant funding. That includes four businesses in the 3rd Ward: Bronzeville Culinary Kitchen - opening 3 commercial kitchens for food entrepreneurs (436 E. 47th St.), South Side Community Art Center - to support interior and exterior renovations (3831 S. Michigan Ave.), 51st Street Restaurant Row - build out for two new restaurants (363-365 E. 51st St.), and the Metropolitan Premier Grocery - to support the start up of a community grocery store (56 E. 47th St.). The NOF generates revenue from downtown developments to finance commercial and cultural projects in the City's neighborhoods. These grants can be used for storefront build out, facade repair, plumbing, electrical, HVAC work, roofing repair, new construction and more. To learn more or to apply go to www.neighborhoodopportunityfund.com.

Quench Wellness Opens in the South Loop At the invitation of Dr. Renee Matthews of Ask Dr. Renee, Alderman Dowell attended the ribbon cutting of a new business opening in the South Loop neighborhood. Quench Wellness, located at 1319 S. Michigan offers IV Hydration Infusions, Vitamin Shots, Hormone Replacement, Lab Services and Vaginal Rejuvenation. Dr. Chantale Stephens-Archer and Dr. Gameli Dekayie are the owners and they welcomed family and friends to their new business venture. Check out www.quenchwellness.com.

Phillips HS - Athletic Amenities, Science Lab Up-grades, 1 Full Time Social Worker, 1 Full Time Special Ed Case Manager

Drake ES - Health Center

Bronzeville HS - Science Lab Up-grades + 1 Full Time Social Worker

Graham HS - 1 Full Time Social Worker + 1 Full Time Special Ed Case Manager

Wells ES - 1 Full time Social Worker

Williams HS - Science Lab Upgrades + 1 Full Time So-cial Worker

Beasley ES - Ex-panded Pre-K

Beethoven ES - 1 Full Time Social Worker

Bronzeville Classical - New Classical Program

Chicago Military HS - 1 Full Time Social Worker

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Paul G. Stewart Ice Cream Social Nothing like an old fashioned ice cream social! Alderman Dowell was happy to join Mr. James Hudson who hosts this great event every year which is well attended by the residents of Paul G. Stewart Apartments. Also at the event was 1st Deputy Fire Commissioner Richard Ford and members of Engine 16. Thank you Mr. Hudson for all you do for the community!

Bronzeville Featured in Sun-Times Named as "Chicago's Mecca for African-American history," the Bronzeville neighborhood was featured in the Chicago Sun-Times' The Grid series, which explores the City's many unique and wonderful neighborhoods. When discussing Bronzeville, the Sun-Times covers its important place in African-American history, the people that make the community so powerful, things to do and see, and where to eat, drink and shop. Such current mainstays as Timuel Black, Sherry Williams, Cliff Rome and the Guichards are featured in the article, which also discusses famous past residents like Ida B. Wells, Joe Lewis, Robert H.

Lawrence, Bessie Coleman, Daniel Hale Williams, Margaret Burroughs and more. To read the full article, please go to www.chicago.suntimes.com.

Rosenwald Receives Gem of the Community Award The developers of the Rosenwald Courts Apartments has received the 2018 Gem of the Community Award from Architreasures for their preservation and stewardship of the historic property. Architreasures is an arts-based community development organization with the mission of reducing social isolation by creating partnerships to build public spaces, empowering individuals to shape their future and the future of their community. In conjunction with the awards ceremony, the Rosenwald hosted new art installation called We Carry the Light in the building's courtyard. Thank you to Architreasures and artists Carolyn Elaine and Damon Lamar Ree for their transformational artistic contributions. They really made the courtyard pop!

Parade of Homes Expands Passes City Council The successful Parade of Homes program, which in its first phase developed the vacant, city-owned lots on the 4500 block of S. Prairie Ave. into five new market rate single-family homes, has been expanded to include new development locations at 4317, 4412 and 4512 S. Calumet Ave. Future plans for the program include the development of 42 lots in total on Prairie, Calumet and Indiana Avenues, which developers can purchase for half of their appraised value. More information about the program is available at www.3rdwardparadeofhomes.com.

3rd Ward Collects Toys, Goods for Separated Children Alderman Dowell's Office collected new toys, games, cloths and toiletries for the 33 children housed in the Heartland Alliance facility located in the 3rd Ward that were separated from their parents due to the President's Zero Tolerance immigration policies. After extensive work, only three children remain at the facility. Thank you to everyone who donated. Even though it was a small gesture, it went a long way in helping improve the lives of the separated children.

Dowell Announces New Police for 1st and 2nd Districts Continuing on her successful effort to provide adequate police staffing in the police districts that cover the 3rd Ward, Alderman Dowell is proud to announce that 10 new police officers have been assigned to the 1st Police District and 10 additional police officers have been placed in the 2nd District. Alderman Dowell will continue to push for more police resources for her ward as well as for meaningful reforms to the way policing is done in the City of Chicago so that public safety works for all residents in all areas of the city.

Roosevelt Road Public Safety Camera Installation Alderman Dowell has paid for OEMC Public Safety Cameras to be installed in the underpass below Roosevelt Road at Plymouth Ct. near South Loop Elementary School. The underpass cameras were installed Tuesday, July 24th and are now operational. These cameras will help protect residents and students who use this busy and long underpass to safely cross Roosevelt Road. Alderman Dowell will also be installing additional OEMC Public Safety Cameras at the following locations in the Ward: 3500 S. Indiana Ave., 4900 S. Calumet Ave., 4010 S. Prairie Ave. and 47th St. and Vincennes Ave. Alderman Dowell will share updates regarding the installation of these cameras as they become available.

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Apostolic Faith Church Awards Students, Cleans Up Community Apostolic Faith Church, at their Student Achievement 2018 Breakfast, presented $65,000 in scholarships to high school graduates beginning college in the fall. Several of those students graduated from Phillips HS, Dunbar HS, and the Bronzeville Military Academy. Alderman Dowell had the opportunity to meet with community scholars who are going to be attending University of Illinois - Chicago, Xavier University, King University. Beloit College, Augustana College, Clark Atlanta University. University of Illinois-Urbana, and Western Michigan University. Additionally, 300 members of Apostolic Faith Church volunteered to paint classrooms at Hendricks Elementary School and clean vacant lots in the 3rd Ward. Thank you to Bishop Horace Smith and First Lady Susan Smith for your leadership in service to others and to God be the glory! Alderman Dowell stopped in at the pre-event gathering to thank event organizer Lester Knighten and his team for their efforts. Thanks also to Nate Winston and Thomas L. E. Stovall of the 3rd Ward team for assisting in making this day happen!

Schulze Bakery Building to Become Data Center The long vacant Schulze Bakery plant at Garfield Blvd. and Wabash Ave. has been sold to real estate developer CIM who plans on rehabilitating the building into a data center. CIM, which was the developer of Block 37 and Tribune Tower, is partnering with 1547 Critical Systems Realty who CIM has worked with on three other data center projects nationally. Renovations could cost up to $150 million and will include restoring the buildings beautiful facade. The Schulze building was designed by John Ahlschlager and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.

200-Unit First Phase of Ickes Homes Gets Funding The redevelopment of the old Ickes Homes site on the southwest corner of State St. and Cermak Rd. has received $17 million in TIF assistance to pay for eligible site preparation costs for the first phase of construction. The developers - the Community Builders and McCaffery Interests - plan to construct 86 public housing units, 114 market rate units and 16,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space on the 2300 block of S. State St. as part of the first phase of the 972-unit master plan for the site.

Bronzeville Abundance Campaign Garden BAC - the Bronzeville Abundance Campaign - has started a community garden at 51st St. and Calumet Avenue called the Piece of Peace Garden. Thank you to Sokoni Karanja, the residents and management of Parkview Tower, and to everyone who came out to help spread dirt and plant the garden. This great project returns a large, formerly vacant city parcel to productive community use!

Emergency Demolitions on Princeton As part of Alderman Dowell's routine survey of the neighborhoods that make up the 3rd Ward, the she has requested that two properties in Fuller Park - 5348 S. Princeton Ave. and 5029 S. Princeton Ave. be inspected by the Chicago Department of Buildings. Following the inspections, the Department of Buildings has ordered for the emergency demolition of these properties as they pose a hazard to the public. They should be taken down shortly and the cost of the demolition will be charged to the current owners of the properties.

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New Water Main - Wabash Ave. from 26th St. to 31st St., 29th St. from State St. to Wabash Ave., and 30th St. from Wabash Ave. to Michigan Ave. The Department of Water Management would like to provide you with information about an upcoming water main construction project in your neighborhood. By mid-July 2018, Department of Water Management (DWM) and Benchmark Construction Company crews will begin the work to install 2,696 feet of new 16-inch water main in S. Wabash Avenue, from E. 26th Street to E. 31st Street, E. 29th Street, from S. State Street to S. Wabash Avenue and E. 30th Street, from S. Wabash Avenue to S. Michigan Avenue. The old water main dates back to 1878, and needs to be replaced. We expect all work to be completed by late October 2018. This includes restoration. Dates may change depending on weather and other factors. If you would like to receive regular email updates about the progress of the project, please go to BuildingANewChicago.org to register for the WaterALERT program. Simply enter your name, email address and the project identification number 1701149. By signing up for the WaterALERT emails, you will be notified as the project enters each new construction phase - from our mobilization of equipment onto the site, to the installation of new pipes, to the final restoration of the street. When DWM is working in the street, they may close or limit it to traffic for safety reasons, but you will always be able to reach your home or business. Outside of working hours, a travel lane will be left open for local traffic only. DWM will post the work area for "No Parking" as needed during work hours (generally 7am-4pm). Parking outside of those hours will be allowed, but cars will need to be moved by the start of the next workday. DWM will try to preserve as much parking space as possible. Construction always involves inconveniences and noise and DWM will do everything possible to maintain your quality of life throughout these projects, and conduct themselves as good and thoughtful neighbors in the course of their presence on your street. Should you have any questions or concerns, you can ask the construction foreman during the project, call 311 or the call 3rd Ward Office at 773-373-9273.

June 2018 311 Requests Five One Food Mart and Union Sub Operating Hours Due to public safety concerns, Alderman Dowell, the 2nd District Police and the Chicago Department of Law are working with Five One Food Mart (51 E. 51st St.) and Union Sub (110 E. 51st St) to reduce their operating hours and improve their business practices. Under the Resolution Agreement entered into by the businesses, these stores will now close at midnight. In addition, both Five One Food Mart and Union Sub will be subject to increased oversight by the police and appropriate City departments.

Currency Exchange Cafe Temporary Closure The Currency Exchange Cafe (305 E. Garfield Blvd.) will close temporarily to prepare for their partnership with Chef Cliff Rome of Rome's Joy Catering. Relaunch is planned for early-September, pending licensing and equipment delivery. Thank you for your support and patience as the Currency Exchange Cafe prepares for their next step serving the community.

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Type Number

Department of Family and Support Services - Human Services

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Streets and Sanitation - Rodent Baiting 69

DWM - Sewer Issues 68

Streets and Sanitation - Sanitation Code Vio-lations

61

Streets and Sanitation - Street Operations 60

CDOT - Electrical Issues 53

Animal Care and Control 44

Streets and Sanitation - Forestry 29

Department of Buildings - Vacant Buildings 28

CDOT - In-House Construction 27

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Renaissance Bronzeville Patio Operations In response to concerns from neighborhood residents, Alderman Dowell has worked with the owners of Renaissance Bronzeville (4641 S. King Dr.) to close their outdoor patio by 11:00 pm Sunday through Thursday and by midnight on Friday and Saturday - per City of Chicago ordinance. Additionally, amplified music can not be performed at any outdoor location licensed as an Outdoor Patio. If you are experiencing similar issues with businesses in your area, please call 311 or Alderman Dowell's Office at 773-373-9273 to file a report.

Dowell Cosponsors Ordinance for Affordable Housing Equity Alderman Dowell has sponsored an ordinance to advance equitable and inclusive affordable housing options for low-income households, especially families with children, across all of Chicago. This ordinance will help meet the City's goals of creating equity in the availability of affordable housing across the City, reducing residential racial segregation, and equalizing opportunity. To do this the City would have, as part of the approval process for a residential or mixed-use Planned Development, a requirement for affordable housing in wards which less than ten percent of its total occupied multi-family rental units are Affordable Housing.

Resolution Calling for Hearing Into Natural Gas Costs Cosponsored by Dowell In response to the vastly different rates People's Gas and Nicor Gas pay for natural gas service, Alderman Dowell has joined her City Council colleagues to call for a hearing on the issue. People's Gas and Nicor Gas are owned by one conglomerate company yet, during the last five months People's Gas customers paid an average of $157 a month for natural gas service while Nicor Gas customers paid $87 for home heating services. Alderman Dowell is asking People's Gas, the Illinois Commerce Commission and other agencies to appear before the City Council to discuss these difference in charges for natural gas service.

Rollin' Rec in the 3rd Ward The Chicago Park District Rollin' Rec Activity Van brings family fun to parks throughout the City. Van crews will lead you in sports, gymnastics and fitness activities. Rollin' Rec runs through August 17th, is free and no advanced registration is required. Go to www.chicagoparkdistrict.com for more information.

Rehab Ready 1: Planning Home Repair Projects Come learn some practical tips for assessing your home's repair needs as well as prioritizing rehab projects. Registra-tion is required at nhschicago.org/workshops. For assistance call 773-329-4111.

Where: Blackstone Branch Library (4904 S. Lake Park Ave.) When: Wednesday, August 1st from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

CPS to Host Back-to-School Bashes Throughout the City Chicago Public Schools will be hosting Back-to-School Bashes across the city next month for students, families and community members to come together to celebrate and prepare for a productive start to the school year. Starting in August, 13 community celebrations will be hosted for school networks in the district - allowing all CPS students to receive school supplies, meet new classmates, enroll in early childhood programs and reconnect with their school community for the year ahead. For more information on the events and details on other resources to help families prepare for a successful year ahead, families can visit the Back-to-School website at www.cps.edu/b2s. The Back-to-School site includes information on academic programs, community events, frequently asked questions, enrollment procedures, medical forms, health requirements and more. For any additional questions regarding Back-to-School, parents may email b2s@cps.edu or call 773-553-1580.

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Events in and Around the Ward

Where: Dunbar Park (300 E. 31st St.)

When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Where: Metcalfe Park (4134 S. State St.)

When: Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Where: Pendleton Park (4347 S. Calumet Ave.)

When: Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Network 9 Where: Williams Prep HS (4934 S. Wabash Ave.) When: Thursday, August 2nd from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Network 11 Earle ES @ Lindblom Park (6054 S. Damen Ave.) When: Wednesday August 22nd from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

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Parent Conference Join CPS for the Chicago Early Learning Parent Conference - a fun-filled day with workshops, resources and information to help you and your family achieve greatness in your home, school and community! This FREE event includes breakfast, lunch, parking, giveaways and prizes. Register today at chilearn.org/parent2018.

Where: McCormick Place Lakeside Center (2301 S. Lake Shore Drive) When: Friday, August 3rd from 9:00 am 2:00 pm

Meal Pack Challenge AARP Foundation is leading a Summer of Service to Seniors - and the next stop is Chicago! As a Meal Pack Challenge volunteer, you will help us pack 1,000,000 meals to make a difference in the lives of hungry seniors in our community. This event is for volunteers of all ages. Parking is free and available on a first come first serve basis. Sign up at mealpackchallenge.org.

Where: Wintrust Arena (200 E. Cermak Rd.) When: Saturday, August 4th from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm

Hall Branch Library Back-to-School Event The Hall Branch Library (4801 S. Michigan Ave.) is hosting is annual Back-to-School event to provide school supplies to residents and families. For more information call 312-747-2541.

Where: Hall Branch Library (4801 S. Michigan Ave.) When: Saturday, August 4th at 11:30 am

Pre-RAP Sheet Day Are you a returning citizen or juvenile with a past conviction and need to find out if your record can be expunged or sealed? Get Cleared Illinois wants to help you and pay for obtaining your "Rap Sheet." CityKey sign-up and employment assistance will also be offered at the event. To register call 773-268-6900 or visit www.getclearedtoday.org.

Where: Teamwork Englewood Office (815 W. 63rd St., 2nd Floor) When: Wednesday, August 8th from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm

Aging at Home: Safety and Support Systems The Circuit Court of Cook County's Elder Justice Center, as part of their Free Senior Enrichment Seminar Series, presents "Aging at Home: Safety and Support Systems." Topics will include: home fire safety tips, law-enforcement services, and tips on how to declutter your home. To register please call 312-603-9233.

Where: Richard J. Daley Center (50 W. Washington St., Room 2005) When: Thursday, August 9th from noon to 1:30 pm

Lowe Park Summer Tournament The Chicago Park District is hosting a one-day single elimination basketball tournament at Lowe Park (5203 S. Lowe). Youth ages 9 to 17 are invited to participate. Call 312-747-6445 for more information.

Where: Lowe Park (5203 S. Lowe Ave.) When: Friday, August 10th at 4:00 pm

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 an eight hour course broken into two sessions on August 11 and August 18th. Registration is required at nhschicago.org/workshops. For assistance call 773-329-4111.

Where: Chatham EMA Realty and Management (7300 S. Cottage Grove) When: Saturday, August 11th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

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Events in and Around the Ward

Lowe Park Back 2 School Bash The Chicago Park District is hosting a Back-2-School event to provide school supplies for residents. Call 312-747-6445 for more information.

Where: Lowe Park (5203 S. Lowe) When: Thursday, August 16th from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Jazz Barbecue Come join us at the ultimate Jazz barbecue at Pookie's Place, founded by Anita Strange-Rebecchi. Parking in the lot on corner of the alley. Cash admission $10 Jazz dinner $8 with a cash bar. Guest artist and jam sessions every month. In July we had Isiah Collier Jazzin & Jamming! If you are a Musician bring your instrument and join the jam session!

Where: Pookie's Place (3529 S. Indiana Ave.) When: Friday, August 17th starting at 6:00 pm

Bronzeville Summer Arts District Trolley Tour Explore the rich artistic culture and entertainment of Bronzeville and surrounding neighborhoods as part of the Bronzville Summer Nights Arts District Trolley Tour. Rotating trolley stops at each gallery and featured business every 15 minutes. For a complete list of stops and to receive more information about the trolley tour, please call 708-772-9315.

Where: Various locations in Bronzeville When: Friday August 17th and Friday September 21st from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Holy Angels Church Annual Flea Maket Reserve your table before space runs out! Call the rectory at 773-624-5375 to leave your name and contact number to reserve a spot. Table rentals are $25. This is the perfect opportunity to sell your extra treasures!

Where: Holy Angels Church Parking Lot (615 E. Oakwood Blvd.) When: Saturday, August 18th from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

The 2nd Annual Broneville Mayor's Ball The Mayor of Bronzeville presents the 2nd Annual Bronzeville Mayor's Ball. Delicious passed hour d'oeuvres, a lavish buffet, premium bar and live art painting and music provided by DJ Marcel Terry and Ron Troupe will be provided. All white attire required, Proceeds benefit a worthy nonprofit. Go to www.galleryguichard.com for more information.

Where: Gallery Guichard (436 E. 47th St.) When: Saturday, August 18th from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm

When Mental Illness Requires Protective Care The Circuit Court of Cook County's Elder Justice Center, as part of their Free Senior Enrichment Seminar Series, is hosting an event entitled "When Mental Illness Requires Protective Care" Topics will include: who is subject to involuntary commitment, what is the process and who pays? To register please call 312-603-9233.

Where: Richard J. Daley Center (50 W. Washington St., Room 2005) When: Thursday, August 23rd from noon to 1:30 pm

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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.

Lollapalooza - August 2-5 The annual Lollapalooza music festival returns to Grant Park August 2nd through the 5th. This 4 day event has major traffic and pedestrian impacts for the South Loop, which includes the closure of Columbus Drive. Please plan accordingly. For a complete festival schedule, map and contact information please go to www.lollapalooza.com.

89th Annual Bud Billiken Parade and Festival The 89th Annual Bud Billiken Parade and Festival will kick off from Oakwood Boulevard and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on Saturday, August 11th at 10:00 and will end with a festival in Washington Park. Come Back to the Bud for all the history, fun and community we all know and love. For parade and festival information please vis-it www.budbillikenparade.org.

ASAE Annual Conference The American Society of Association Executives is hosting their annual conference in Chicago at McCormick Place from Friday, August 17th to Tuesday, August 21st. As part of the conference, ASAE is holding a large event at Wintrust Arena the evening of Saturday, August 18th that will temporarily shut down westbound traffic on Cermak Rd. between King Drive and Indiana Ave and close northbound traffic on Prairie Ave. from Cermak Rd. to 21st St. Eastbound traffic on Cerm ak Rd. w ill still be open. In addition, Cerm ak Rd. w ill be closed completely for a short time before the opening reception to allow for the unloading of buses in McCormick Place Lot A , which is located directly across the street from Wintrust Arena. A complete schedule of events can be found at www.annual.asaecenter.org.

Boulevard Lakefront Tour An Active Trans original, the Boulevard Lakefront Tour, returns on Aug 12! Bike through some of Chicago's greatest neighborhoods while checking out historical landmarks and points of interest! Routes are not closed to car traffic; riders share the road and must adhere to all traffic rules and regulations. Routes will take riders through sections of Bronzeville & the South Loop. For more information go to www.bltride.org.

Fall Park Programming Schedule Online July 23rd The Chicago Park District fall park programming schedule is available online now! The Park District offers tons of unique activities for everyone, from tiny tots classes to senior programming. Visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com to view the full list of programs available this fall across the City.

Polka Dot Socks Registration is NOW OPEN for Season 4 of Polka Dot Socks. This award-winning male mentoring & leadership development program imparts basic life-skills and teaches young men ages 14-21 the importance and value of having self-esteem, confidence and respect. Polka Dot Socks is a creation of I AM A GENTLEMAN, INC. and is sponsored in part by the Chicago Police Department and Aramark. All sessions are held at the Chicago Police Headquarters located 3510 S. Michigan Ave. Register today by visiting www.iamagentleman.org

Important Announcements

Chicago Sky vs. Minnesota Lynx - Tues-day, August 7th at 7:30 pm (Wintrust Arena)

Chicago Sky vs. Connecticut Sun - Friday, August 10th at 7:30 pm (Wintrust Arena)

Jay-Z and Beyonce - Friday, August 10th at 7:30 pm (Soldier Field)

Jay-Z and Beyonce - Saturday, August 11th at 7:30 pm (Soldier Field)

Lung Force Walk/Big Ten Run - Sunday, August 12th at 8:30 am (Soldier Field)

Valor Games - August 14th through 16th (Soldier Field)

Fantasy Football Draft Party - Saturday, August 18th at 11:00 am (Soldier Field)

Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever - Sunday, August 19th at 5:00 pm (Wintrust Arena)

Chicago Bears vs. KC Chiefs - Sunday, August 25th at 12:00 pm (Soldier Field)

Chicago Bears vs. Buffalo Bills - Thurs-day, August 30th at 7:00 pm (Soldier Field)

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Chicago RX Cards The City of Chicago has launched the free Chicago Rx Card, a prescription discount card for all Chicagoans! The Chicago Rx Card, which is available for pickup in Alderman Dowell's Office, is ready to use, and accepted at all major chain as well as independent pharmacies. Everyone is eligible for a card, there are no forms or eligibility requirements One card is good for the entire family. Over 60,000 drugs are included in the program. Cardholders can see savings of up to 80% on their prescriptions. The card can also be used for pet prescriptions when filled at a participating pharmacies. Go to https://www.chicagorxcard.com/ for full program guidelines.

Stockyards Annex and 24th/Michigan SBIFs Open Sept. 4th From September 4th through October 3rd, Small Business Improvement Fund grants will be available to eligible businesses located in the Stockyards Annex and 24th/Michigan TIFs. Interested businesses and property owners can visit www.somercor.com/sbif for more information and the application. A SBIF program summary and monthly newsletter is available at www.somercor.com.

Chicago's Coordinated Entry System for Homelessness Using the lessons learned in the City's successful campaign to reduce Veteran's homelessness, the Department of Family and Support Services convened a steering committee to discuss how to plan and implement the Coordinated Entry System (CES) concept here in Chicago. For Chicagoans experiencing or at risk of homelessness, the first points of CES assistance may come through street outreach or contact with 311, DFSS Community Service Centers or the citywide network of homeless shelters. Help can also be found on the CES website, http://www.csh.org/access. All those avenues feed into CES, where the appropriate kinds of intervention services are identified for each individual case. These include standardized housing assessment, triage options, service referrals, and navigation support to help an individual or family make the connection with services to keep moving along the path from homelessness to housing. CES also provides guidance to the right type of housing outcome - rapid re-housing, market rate, affordable, transitional and/or permanent supportive housing units.

One Million Degrees Volunteer Coach One Million Degrees (OMD) empowers low-income, highly motivated community college students to succeed in school, in work, and in life. Their unique scholar development model combines mentoring and coaching, tutoring, professional development and career planning, personal supports, and financial assistance to help OMD scholars graduate at double the rate community college students nationwide, in half the time. Coaches participate in one 90-minute Saturday Coaching Session per month during the academic year (September - May) at designated community college. Coaches are assigned to a specific program, and attend sessions at the same location each month. To sign up visit www.onemilliondegrees.org/coach.

University of Chicago Change to Campus-wide Security Alerts Campus-wide Security Alerts are required by the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, also known as the Clery Act. The law requires a college or university to issue such alerts to its campus community when a specified crime occurs on or immediately adjacent to campus property and poses a serious or ongoing threat to the campus community. Daily Crime Bulletin. The Daily Crime Bulletin will include information about serious crimes within the UCPD extended patrol area that are reported to UCPD. These crimes include homicides, criminal sexual assaults, robberies, aggravated batteries, and residential burglaries (home invasions). The Bulletin will also include such information as where the crime occurred within the UCPD patrol area. The opt-in Daily Crime Bulletin will be distributed five days per week, classified by three distinct neighborhoods: Hyde Park/ South Kenwood, North Kenwood/Oakland and Woodlawn. Crime Notice. Crime Notices will be timely emails about certain off-campus violent crimes within the UCPD's extended patrol area that are reported to UCPD. These crimes include homicides, confirmed shooting of a person, and cases where UCPD suspects a pattern of crimes. Crime Notices will be sent only for crimes that fit these criteria and will be categorized by the neighborhoods listed above.

Office of the Inspector General The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an independent, non-partisan oversight agency whose mission is to promote economy, effectiveness, efficiency, and integrity in the administration of programs and operation of City government. OIG conducts investigations, audits, evaluations and reviews examining issues regarding City employees, elected and appointed officials, vendors and contracts, and programs and operations of the City. Submit suggestions, comments and complaints online at www.igchicago.org or by calling the OIG Tipline at 866-448-4754. Anonymous tips are accepted. The Public Safety Section conducts evaluations, inspections and reviews of operations, programs and policies of the Chicago Police Department, the Civilian Office of Police Accountability and the Chicago Police Board. To file a complaint of police misconduct you can call 312-743-COPA or go to www.chicagocopa.org/complaints.

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ComEd Open House and Jobs Fair As part of the Bronzeville Community of the Future project, ComEd is hosting an Open House and Jobs Fair for residents to learn more about the changes that are planned for their community and to potentially work for ComEd and its partners on implementing some of these electricity grid updates. If you are inquiring about open positions, please bring a current resume and wear appropriate attire. For more information please call 800-334-7661.

Where: IIT Herman Hall (3241 S. Federal St.) When: Saturday, September 15th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Manufacturing and Construction Jobs Real Time Relief Inc. a Construction Management Firm is seeking individuals that have Manufacturing and Construction Certifications or a minimum of one-year proven Work Experience in the Manufacturing field for permanent employment opportunities in Chicago, the West Suburbs and the South Suburbs. Please have all qualified candidates email their resume and copies of their certifications to smartin@empowercareer.net There are several positions available. These are permanent employment opportunities with benefits paying $13.00 and up based on training, certification and experience. If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call at 708-277-9701 Example of job openings available: Machinists, CNC Operators, Brazer/Cutter/Solderer/Welder, Fork Truck Operators, Fork lift Operators, Production Technician, Assembler/Fabricator, Machinist/Tool and Die Maker, Production Manager, Quality Control Inspector, Shipping and Receiving Manager, Metal Workers, Machine Operators, Engineer, CDL Truck Driver, Electrical Engineer.

Before the Plate Would you like to learn about the culinary industry from some of Chicago's best chefs? Before the Plate offers culinary training, Food Handler Certification and job placement assistance for students ages 18-24. For more information email edwing@cnh.org or call 708-509-2312.

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National Night Out National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

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.

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

August CAPS Meetings

1st District - 312-745-4290 Women's Park (1801 S. Indiana Ave.) from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm 7th District - 312-747-6722 Lindblom Park (6054 S. Damen Ave.) from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

2nd District - 312-747-5109 3rd Ward (4000 S. Prairie) from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Hadiya Pendleton (4345 S. Calumet) from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Legends South (4448 S. State St.) from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Oakwood Shores (4814 S. Cottage) from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Kennicott Park (4434 S. Lake Park) from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Rain or Shine (704 E. 43rd St.) from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Hansberry Playground (5631 S. Indiana) 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

1st District 7th District 2nd District

131/132 Tuesday, August 21st@ 6:30 pm 1st District (1718 S. State St.)

133 Wednesday, Au-gust 22nd @ 6:30 pm Prairie Shores (2901 S. King Dr.)

711 Tuesday, August 21st @ 6:30 pm 7th District (1438 W. 63rd St.)

211 Monday, August 13th @ 6:30 pm College of Opt. (3240 S. Indiana)

212/214 No Meeting National Night Out

213/215/224 Wednesday, Au-gust 8th @ 6:30 pm St. Elizabeth's (4058 S. Michigan)

221/223 Tuesday, August 21st @ 6:30 pm King Center (4314 S. Cottage)

225 Thursday, Au-gust 9th @ 6:30 pm Coppin AME (5627 S. Mich-igan)

231 Thursday, August 2nd @ 6:30 pm Washington Park (5531 S. King Dr.)

9th District

915 Tuesday, August 14th @ 6:30 pm 9th District Station (3120 S. Halsted)

924 Tuesday, August 7th @ 6:00 pm Davis Square Park (4430 S. Marsh-field)

931/933 Thursday, August 9th @ 6:00 pm Cornell Square (1809 W. 50th St.)

925 Wednesday, August 15th @ 6:00 pm St. Gabriel's (4500 S. Wal-lace)

934/935 Tuesday, August 21st @ 6:00 pm Sherman Park (1301 W. 52nd)