On this day in 1993, John Paxson's clutch three-pointer gives the Bulls at one-point lead with seconds remaining, 99-98. Horace Grant blocked Kevin Johnson's shot at the buzzer as the Bulls capture their third straight NBA Championship.
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Dear Neighbor,
This morning, I testified in front of the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) to oppose the Chicago Cubs' special use permit application to operate a remote parking lot at 3900 N. Rockwell. I testified alongside many members of our community who also oppose this lot. The ZBA posed additional questions to the Chicago Cubs about the operation of the lot, and the Cubs have until the close of business to respond to the questions. We anticipate that the ZBA will vote on this matter today. We will notify you once a decision has been made. For additional background on the Chicago Cubs' application for a special use permit, see last week's newsletter.
Read media coverage on this issue below.
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Hunger Walk
The Greater Chicago Food Depository (GCFD), will be hosting its 29th Annual Hunger Walk, tomorrow, June 21st. The 3.1 mile Hunger Walk benefits pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters in Cook County.
There are four 47th Ward organizations who can benefit from your participation in the walk. Register to walk by going to the Hunger Walk website. The form will ask you to indicate which agency your walk will sponsor. The codes identifying each 47th Ward agency can be found below.
More information on the event can be found by clicking here.
NNA Garden Walk
On Sunday June 22, the Northcenter Neighborhood Association will be hosting their 8th Annual Garden Walk.
This event draws visitors from near and far because there's so much to enjoy: live music, lemonade stands, pedicab rides, and a plethora of delightful urban gardens. The self-guided garden tour will begin at Alexander Graham Bell School at 3730 N. Oakley St. (at Grace St.), where maps can be picked up. A suggested donation of $5 will benefit the Common Pantry. There is no suggested donation for seniors.
The Northcenter Garden Walk also will feature live rock, jazz and blues music from local bands and musicians including Nobody Nobody Sent, St. Jams Band, Jason Miller, Heather Riordan and the Quinn family.
For more information, visit the NNA website.
47th Ward Summer Bike Ride
Please join me at our 47th Ward Summer Bike Ride, TOMORROW, June 21st, 9:30am at Northcenter Town Square. This leisurely ride is a great opportunity to get some exercise, meet you neighbors, and learn more about the great things happening in the ward. More information can be found on the flyer below. I want to thank the Chainlink, Green Machine Cycles, and CDOT for partnering with my office on this event. Finally, I'd like to recognize Mayor Emanuel's outgoing Legislative Director and 47th Ward resident Matt Hynes. Matt has been relentless in his pursuit to pass legislation to stabilize Chicago's finances. On behalf of my office and the entire 47th Ward, I'd like to extend a big thank you to Matt for his service to our community and the City of Chicago. I wish him the best in all his future endeavors.
Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
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Thefts from cars have been occurring near schools while parents or caregivers are inside picking up children. Please be on the lookout for any suspicious persons in the area during these times. If picking up your child from school, do not leave any valuables in your vehicle.
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Report Graffiti
As the weather turns warmer, we are seeing more graffiti throughout Chicago. Be sure to report any graffiti to our office ([email protected], 773-868-4747), 311, or through the Chicago Works app. You'll need to know the address, type of surface tagged, and whether or not the tag is more than six feet from the ground. Graffiti that contains profanity, hate language or is done on a church or school receives special attention. The faster we remove graffiti the less likely vandals are to target that area again. Thanks for your help! |
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Upcoming
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Wednesdays5:00pm to 7:00pm
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Street Sweeping
From April 1 until December 1 the Department of Streets and Sanitation has sweepers working in the 47th Ward to clear debris and dust from residential and arterial streets. The schedule for street cleaning on residential and arterial streets can be found on chicago47.org.
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2014-2015 Residential Pick-up/Van Permits Available
If you are the owner of a pickup truck or van, you need a special permit to park on the residential streets in the 47th Ward.
The permits for the 2014-2015 season are now available. Please bring your registration and city sticker information into our office along with your truck to receive your permit.
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City Stickers On Sale NOW!
You need to renew your Chicago City Sticker by July 15, 2014. To learn more about city stickers or to purchase them online, please click here. The 47th Ward sale date was May 31st. To find another sale at a nearby ward, you can click here.
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Pet Summer Safety Tips
- Water - Give your pets plenty of fresh, clean water. Animals can get dehydrated very quickly especially in the heat.
- Shade - Make sure your pet has a place to go to get out of the sun. Try to keep them indoors during extreme heat.
- Rest - Do not over-exercise your animal in the heat. On a sweltering day, the best time to exercise your pet is in the early morning or late evening.
- Watch - Never leave your animals alone in a parked vehicle. In extreme heat, the temperature can rise in your vehicle very quickly. This can leave your pet vulnerable to heat stroke, which can onset very quickly.
Get more tips from the Dept. of Animal Care & Control by clicking here. |
 Click the flyer for more information.
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Arts & Culture in the 47th Ward
by Office Intern Luis Lopez Reichling, St. Benedict Preparatory School "Dance is a lifelong skill," according to Julee Mertz, director of Dance Center Chicago (DCC). Mertz believes that the skills one acquires through dance practice - coordination, timing and moving in sync with others - are also useful in life. Based at 3868 N. Lincoln Avenue, DCC teaches these skills to nonprofessionals of all ages and levels, while providing a space that is open to the public and to serious dance artists. Founded ten years ago by artists Ron and Mary Ford, the center offers instruction in a broad range of styles, from Ballroom to Tap to Latin, and represents an unusual mix of local amateurs and professionals. 
Drop-in classes are offered every Wednesday at 8:00 PM. An upcoming four-week progressive class will start in July and a new set of salsa lessons will begin July 7th. See www.dancecenterchicago.com. Another newcomer to our ward is The Sullivan Chicago Studio of Performing Arts (SCSPA) at 4139 N. Western Avenue. Founded by actors and musical performers Sean and Megan Sullivan, this company teaches a variety of performing arts instead of focusing on one particular craft. The reason for the wide range of artistic focuses, the Sullivans say, is because music, theater, and dance all require a similar set of skills that can be applied off and on the stage. SCSPA tailors to any kind of performing interest and experience level, and is open to newcomers. Even if you are not experienced in acting or the performing arts, you can be assured this company will help you find your "inner performer." 
Summer classes and workshops are forming now, with an open house scheduled for August 24th from 2:30 to 4:00 PM. See www.thescspa.com. |
47th Ward A&C*
*Arts & Culture
Ghostbusters: Movie at Chase Park, Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue June 20, Friday 9:00 PM - 11:00 PMA group of unemployed parapsychologists set themselves up as "Ghostbusters" to help New Yorkers rid their homes and their city of paranormal invaders. Bring a blanket and a snack, and come enjoy this free outdoor movie at Chase Park! The Two Gentlemen of Verona: Shakespeare in the (Chase) Parks, Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue Saturday & Sunday, June 21st & 22nd at 5:00 p.m.Grab a blanket and come enjoy an outdoor Shakespearean play! This fun, family-friendly show is FREE! Spectralia Theatre's Bard in the Parks program returns to Chase Park in June with The Two Gentlemen of Verona.Set during the Yukon Gold Rush, this family-friendly, 90-minute version of The Two Gentlemen of Verona is a great introduction to Shakespeare as well as a new take on a classic comedy. Patrons are encouraged to bring picnics, blankets and/or chairs to this outdoor production. Family Fun Fest at Chase, Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue June 25th, 6:00PM-8:00PM Back by popular demand, our Family Fun Fest will provide an evening of family-friendly free entertainment to community members. Join us before our FAMILY FUN FILM screening of "The Wizard of Oz" for a jazzy sing-a-long of the soundtrack performed by the Go2Girls. Square Roots Festival, Lincoln Ave. between Montrose and Wilson
Friday, July 11th, 5:00PM - 10:00 PM, Saturday, July 12th, 12:00PM - 10:00 PM, Sunday, July 13th, 12:00PM - 9:00 PM We're back this year with two outdoor stages, two indoor stages, and over 60 acts! We've got unique vendors, delicious local food, and we're pouring over 30 craft beers! The New Colony, 4740 N. Western Avenue
Orville and Wilbur Did It!, June 13th to July 20th Witness firsthand the ups, downs and ego clashes of five actors and a stage manager traveling across the country www.thenewcolony.org Hair, American Theater Company, 1909 W. Byron Street Thru June 29th
A group of hippies explore the idea of love and civil rights in 1968 in this classic rock musical.
www.atcweb.org
Bye Bye Liver,The Public House Theater, 3914 N Clark St. every Friday & Saturday 8:00PM & 10:00PM
A series of outrageous and hilarious comedic sketches, all centered around one thing...alcohol!
Pitbull & I, The Public House Theater, 3914 N Clark St every Thursday 8:00PM
A comedic sketch with Brian McGovern "and" pop star Pitbull, where you will certainly be invited dance and laugh.
www.pubhousetheatre.com
Pimprov, The Black Ensemble Theater, 4450 N. Clark St. Every Friday at 10:30 PM
An improv sketch with "pimps" that may not be politically correct, but will leave you laughing on the floor!
www.blackensembletheater.org
Deathprov, Cornservatory, 4210 N. Lincoln Avenue Thru June 29th, Sundays at 7:30PM Finding ways to kill someone may not seem that amusing, but in this improve sketch set in post Apolcalyptic world, it is. The only warning here is to not laugh yourself to death.
Bat Hamlet, Cornservatory, 4210 N. Lincoln Avenue June 20th to July 19th, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM
A hilarious mash-up of Hamlet and Batman storylines, this maddening play is unforgettable.
www.cornservatory.com
Night Out in the Park: Tales from Around the World at Chase, Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue
July 15th, 10:00AM-12:00PM Chicago DanzTheatre Ensemble performs an interactive theatre and dance performance featuring global folk tales from various cultures.
Chemically Imbalanced Comedy, 1422 W. Irving Park Road
Open Mic, every Wednesday at 9:00PM
All art forms from music and acting sketches to comedic stand up will be presented to the public from local artists. All are welcome!
Ben Fest, Leavitt and Irving Park
July 18-20, 2014, Friday 4:00PM-11:00PM, Saturday 1:00PM-11:00PM, Sunday 1:00PM-7:00PM The annual BenFest is one of the North side's longest-running family festivals and unique to other community events. Cost: $5 donation |
News from Dept. of Family & Support Services
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School Tours & Promotions
Lake View High School
LVHS is collecting donations for equipment they need to defend their City Championship in soccer. Click here to make a donation.
McPherson Elementary
 Waters School WATERS GARDEN DOES GOOD
Did you know that vegetables from Waters' fabulous community garden help feed the homeless? Mr. Leki takes harvests from our garden to help feed the homeless through First Slice Caf�. Here, 8th-graders Lily and Jasmina proudly display a large harvest of kale, chard, dill, lettuce, and endive from the Waters garden. Yet another great effort between our school and its community! North Park Elementary School North Park Elementary School is accepting applications for the 2014-2015 school year. As a private, non-sectarian, coed school located at 2017 W. Montrose for children in Pre-K-8th grade, NPES has a proven record of academic excellence. With one class per grade and an average of 20 students per class, every student is well-known, and receives individual attention from classroom teachers. To learn more, email [email protected] or visit www.npeschool.org |
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Dara Reports
FARMERS MARKETS are back! Click here for a full listing.
Ever wonder what you might learn and enjoy about being with other crafty neighbors?
This fabric was generously donated to the Forward Chicago Craft Circle by a local resident. One of our gifted crafters, Delores D. was inspired to make this charming American Girl uniform with the fabric.
If you would like to join the Craft Circle, they meet from 10:30-12 at Sulzer Library the 3rd Wednesday of each month. The group is free and all ages and abilities are welcome! Check the website for more info: www.forwardchicago.org
Our plant exchange was an unqualified success! However, many of our neighbors have more plants to give away. Others are starting new gardens in parkways or corners and need plants. Please let me know this week if you have more plants to exchange or give-away. We can have another exchange on the morning of June 28th for 2 hours. Greg, the intrepid Superintendent at Revere Park, tells us the Sunday, June 22nd Movie in the Park will be shown Rain or Shine at 8:30pm. If it looks like rain, the party will be in the field house. Save these Dates for a few lovely reasons to stroll the neighborhood: Two of our neighborhood's gems named to the list of Best Cold Treats in the Hood by DNA If you've gone by Margie's on Montrose, you know how much the neighborhood appreciates their cold treats!
47th Ward Repair Caf�
Lincoln Square Friendship Center
2733 W. Lawrence Avenue
2nd Saturday of the Month - 10am-1pm
July 12, August 6, September 13, October 11, November 8
If you would like to be a Repair Coach, please let us know. Handy folks are always needed!
Our Repair Caf� is part of an international movement, check it out. http://repaircafe.org/
We are neighbors sharing skills, keeping items out of the landfill and building community along the way.
On the 3rd Friday of the month The Lincoln Square Friendship Center 2733 W. Lawrence is the home to Friendship Pet Food Pantry. Pet food is provided to folks who are having a hard time feeding their beloved pets.
The Friendship Pet Food Pantry would like to thank our thoughtful neighbors and these generous businesses for donating pet food for our neighbors in need: Ruff Haus, Urban Pooch, Your Best Friend Pet Supply, Jack & Ginger's, Hello Doggy & Zulu. We have been so successful that we are currently low on cat food. If you would like to donate bags or cans of cat food or cat litter, it would be greatly appreciated. You may drop off donations at the alderman's office or Lincoln Square Friendship Center on Thursday afternoons or during the monthly Pet Food Pantry at 2733 W. Lawrence.
Thanks to all of our caring, generous neighbors in 6 months, which is 6 distribution days - we have fed 255 cats and 140 dogs! Your kindness is much needed and greatly appreciated.
Upcoming dates: July 18 from 3-5pm
If you know anyone who needs assistance, please pass this along.
Lincoln Square Friendship Center Pantry Are you interested in our newest neighborhood pantry? Sign up for their newsletter: [email protected]
There are many ways for you to help - volunteer, help fundraise, hold a food drive, donate bins, pick-up donations, sponsor/manage a community garden bed. We are neighbors helping neighbors and making a difference.
Forward Chicago Bridge & Chess Club meets at Sulzer Library on the first and third Fridays of the month from 10:30am to 12pm. All are welcome.
Grand Tour at Montrose and Artesian will be televising every game of the World Cup. Check out this new neighborhood restaurant.
Sulzer needs your old games. Thanks to our neighbors who have donated games for the Sulzer's Game Night! If you have games that your family no longer uses, please bring them to the 47th Ward Office or to Sulzer Library. Their ever-popular "Game Night" could use a few more board games like Sorry, Chess, Life, Uno, Jenga, Rummy Cube, etc.
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47th Ward Infrastructure Update
Check out the infrastructure map on our webpage!
3900 N Hamilton Street Resurfacing
- Paving and striping scheduled for late June (tentatively scheduled for June 26)
Lawrence Avenue Streetscape
- New pedestrian refuge islands (including ADA compliant ramps) have been installed between Damen and Clark, and center turn lanes have been striped. Sidewalk replacement continues and ADA ramps will be installed to line up with the street crossings at the pedestrian islands.
- Sidewalk, driveway, curb and gutter, and ramp work continues along various stretches of the corridor.
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Sewer and electrical work has started and new street light poles will go up starting in mid to late June.
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Plantings between Western and Damen are expected to be performed in late June or early July. New trees have recently been installed in the pedestrian refuge islands and some of the planters. The remaining landscaping work between Damen and Clark will be finished up next spring.
- Work on the south side of the street near McPherson will be completed over the summer once school is not in session.
- Street resurfacing and final striping will be completed in the fall.
Brown Line Construction
Work on the Brown Line tracks near the Rockwell Station will continue through July. CTA is replacing ties on the bridge over the river to improve the slow zone. Some work will be done on weekends, where trains will operate on one side of the tracks.
Water Main Replacement for Hoyne between Irving Park and Grace
Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management have replaced the water main from 1895 under Hoyne between Irving Park and Grace. Concrete restoration is complete. Street resurfacing will occur soon. For full information, please click here.
Water Main Replacement for Byron between Damen and Ravenswood
Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management have replaced the water main from 1891 under Byron from Damen to Ravenswood. Resurfacing will begin soon. For full information, please click here.
Water Main Replacement for Warner between Leavitt and Damen
Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management are replacing the water main from 1891 under Warner from Leavitt to Damen. For more information, please click here.
Water Main Replacement on the 3500 of Leavitt and Hamilton
Contractors working with the Department of Water Management are working to replace the 1891 mains under Leavitt from Addison to Belmont, Hamilton from Addison to School. For full information on this project, please click here.
Water Mains Coming Soon:
Berteau (Bell to Damen): Start in June
Ashland (Irving to Lawrence): Delayed until July - Stay Tuned!
The Chicago Cubs have provided some additional funding for infrastructure improvements in the 44th 46th and 47th Wards. In the 47th ward we will be getting new residential street lighting on: W Byron (Clark to Ashland), N Janssen (Addison to Irving Park) and N Greenview (Addison to Irving Park).
Chicago River Work (east side) Berteau to Montrose (from Riverbank Neighbors)
Please check out this updated landscaping plan for the bank.
New to the plan:
- removal of all Ailanthus, honeysuckle and buckthorn (all invasives);
- add soil to the rip rap on the upper sections of the project area to make planting easier and recovery quicker;
- substitute for the elderberry, since we said we have a thriving e-berry community already;
- substituted a cover seed mix instead of the IDOT mix we objected to;
- four species of gray dogwood (stakes) that a vigorous colonizers for the new territories.
These will be substantial new lands, with the bank secured, and planting begun. Riverbank Neighbors will be able to enrich species diversity over time and introduce many new forbs. Habitat for birds and reptiles and amphibians and mammals will be greatly improved.
Horner Park Riverbank Project (from US Army Corps)
Tree cutting is complete. Erosion Control consisting of silt fence, silt curtain, inlet protection is installed. Excavation of topsoil, stripping, fill disposal and topsoil placement is underway. Excavation to install Limestone/Flagstone is underway. Root Wads will also be installed along the river bank in the coming weeks.
METRA Traffic Closures and Detours Around Ravenswood Avenue
- Leland Ave Full Closure will be up until June 2014.
- Ravenswood from Lawrence to Leland Ave Full Closure will be up until June 2014 on the west side of Ravenswood.
- Ravenswood (east side) between Ainslie and Winnemac blockades may be in place on the street to make room for the work to be done however there is not a parking restriction when workers are not present.
- Ravenswood (west side) between Lawrence and Grace landscaping projects are underway along the base of the walls along the Metra tracks. Short closures will be necessary to install the new plants, so pay attention to parking restriction signs.
For more information, visit the infrastructure section of our website or contact Jim Poole at [email protected] or 773-549-4462.
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Community Events
For details on the events listed below, please see the events section of our website.
June 20 Friday 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Ghostbusters: Movie at Chase Park
Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue
June 21 Saturday 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
47th Ward Summer Bike Ride
Northcenter Town Square, 4100 N. Damen
June 21 Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Poetry Writing Workshop at Sulzer
Sulzer Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue
June 21 Saturday 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Gateway to Learning Battle of the Bands
Gateway to Learning, 4925 N. Lincoln
June 21 Saturday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Constructing Local Histories Session I: Papermaking Fieldwork & Material Collection
Sulzer Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue
June 21 Saturday 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Night Out at Winnemac Park
Winnemac Park, 5100 N. Leavitt Street
June 21 Saturday 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
The Two Gentlemen of Verona: Shakespeare in the (Chase) Parks--Saturday
Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue
June 22 Sunday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LitFest V at NCS Senior Center
North Center Satellite Senior Center, 4040 N. Oakley
June 22 Sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Northcenter Neighborhood Garden Walk
Bell School, 3730 N. Oakley
June 22 Sunday 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Lincolnwood Chamber Concert at Swedish Covenant Hospital
Swedish Covenant Hospital, Anderson Pavilion, 2751 W. Winona Avenue
June 22 Sunday 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
The Two Gentlemen of Verona: Shakespeare in the (Chase) Parks-Sunday
Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue
June 25 - June 29
NBGC Family Fest
Basic Wire & Cable Lot, 3900 N. Rockwell
June 25 Wednesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Family Fun Fest at Chase Park
Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue
June 25 Wednesday 9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
The Wizard of Oz: Movie at Chase Park
Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue
June 26 Thursday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Alzheimer's Awareness Event
St. Benedict Parish, 2217 W. Irving Park Rd. - Beavan Hall
June 27 Friday 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Burger Night at American Legion Tattler Post
American Legion Tattler Post #973, 4355 N. Western Avenue
June 28 Saturday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
June Fest, Bethany Retirement Community
Bethany Retirement Community, 4950 N. Ashland Av
June 28 Saturday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Constructing Local Histories Session 2: Bookbinding Local History Assembling
Sulzer Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue
July 6 Sunday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Chicago Kidical Mass Family Bike Parade
Audubon School, 3500 N. Hoyne
July 8 Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Trio Disquiet Concert
Ravenswood Fellowship United Methodist Church, 4511 N. Hermitage Avenue
July 9 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Chase Park Advisory Council meeting
Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue
July 11 Friday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Touch Me, Art Reception
47th Ward Alderman's Office, 4243 N. Lincoln Avenue
July 15 Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CAPS Meeting - Beats 1911 & 1912
Kindred Hospital, 2544 W. Montrose
July 16 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CAPS Meeting - Beats 1921 & 1922
Police Auditorium, 2452 W. Belmont
July 17 Thursday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
String Quartet from Grant Park Music Festival at Revere Park
Revere Park, 2509 West Irving Park Road
Want to put your community event in our newsletter? Check the guidelines on our website.
CAPS Meetings. If you would like to get to participate in community policing or express concerns about crime happening in your area, please consider attending your beat meetings. A schedule of beat meetings is available on our website. If you have any questions about CAPS or need additional information, please contact Jim Poole at 773-549-4462 or [email protected]. 19th District CAPS Office (All areas of the 47th Ward south of Lawrence) 312-744-0064 or [email protected]. 20th District CAPS Office (All areas of the 47th Ward north of Lawrence) 312-742-8770 or [email protected].
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