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Third Ward Newsletter February 2020 Third Ward Newsletter February 2020 Dear Third Ward Resident, In This Issue February is Black History Month, but this year instead of highlighting one of the 3rd Ward's many contributions to African-American history or the civil rights movement, I Third Ward Update 2-5 wanted to encourage everyone to get out and vote in the 2020 Primary Election. The local and national Events in and Around the Ward 5-7 conversation around race and politics has become so polarized. I think, instead of arguing, the best way to have Important Announcements 7-8 your voice heard on these critical issues is voting. We must get out there and vote for the change we want to see! February CAPS 9 Early Voting at the Loop Super Site (175 W. Washington Blvd.) is tentatively scheduled to start Thursday, February 6th. Voting at the Loop Super Site will continue into March when the neighborhood Early Voting sites will open. Early Voting at all sites citywide runs from Monday, March 2nd to Monday, March 16th. Government ID is not required to vote early if you are already registered to vote. If you need to register, voter registration services are available at every Early Voting site. A complete list of sites and voter information is available at www.chicagoelections.gov/en/early-voting.html. This year, the Office of the President, one statewide US Senator, your US Congressman, State Senator, State Representative, Cook County State's Attorney, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, judges and other offices are up for election. It's a big one! So please get out there and vote. 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 Update 3rd Ward Town Hall Meeting February 11th Alderman Dowell is hosting a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, February 11th at IIT's McCormick Tribune Campus Center (3201 S. State St.). Attend for an informative discussion about Chicago's new recreational cannabis laws. Additionally, an overview of the 2020 Census, public safety updates from the 1st and 2nd District Commanders, and a proposed development located at 51st St. and State St. will be presented. Take this opportunity to get your recreational cannabis, public safety and development questions answered! Invest South-West Rolls Out with Mayor Lightfoot, Alderman Dowell in Attendance Alderman Dowell attended the launch of Mayor Lightfoot's Invest South-West initiative which seeks to prioritize $1 billion in strategic public investments in 10 communities in Chicago, including Bronzeville. The goal is to leverage public dollars to attract more private investment in our communities. Alderman Dowell spoke about the need to create more business growth, affordable housing, jobs and better infrastructure through this program and expressed hope in a newly energized Department of Planning and Development under the leadership of Maurice Cox. For more information about the Invest South-West program go to www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/provdrs/ invest_sw.html Public Safety Committee Holds Hearing on Dowell Resolution to Address Dangerous Motorcycles The City Council Committee on Public Safety held a hearing on Alderman Dowell's ordinance that asks the City to outline a plan to deal with the illegal and dangerous groups of motorcycle riders that recklessly ride around many neighborhoods in Chicago. Thank you to Chairman Chris Taliaferro for holding this important hearing, and to Chicago Police Department Bureau of Patrol Chief Fred Waller, Commander Sean Loughran and OEMC Executive Director Rich Guidice for their testimony at the hearing. Alderman Dowell is also grateful for the support she has received from her fellow aldermen who share this problem, including Aldermen: Reilly, Hopkins, King, Napolitano, Smith, Hairston, Sigcho-Lopez, Tunney and Thompson. For full coverage and police plans to address this issue, please go to www.chicago.suntimes.com/city-hall/2020/1/9/21058719/motorcycle-clubs-police- crackdown-drag-racing-bikers Dowell Visits Seniors to Offer Census, Senior Center Updates Alderman Dowell visited with 3rd Ward senior constituents to provide updates on the 2020 Census, planning for a Bronzeville senior center, public safety, health programs and all the activities of State Reps. Lamont Robinson and Kam Buckner. Thanks to Oak Street Health and 2nd District Police Officers Gathings and Carcione for attending the update and all the work you all do on behalf of our neighborhood residents. 13th St. and Indiana Ave. Project Canceled The project proposed for the vacant parcel located on the northeast corner of 13th St. and Indiana Ave. has been canceled. The developer is not moving forward with the purchase of the parcel, which remains under the ownership of Crescent Heights. Crescent Heights has no plans for the parcel at this time. Should a new project be proposed for 13th St. and Indiana Ave., Alderman Dowell will once again bring it to the community for input and comment before any action is taken. Alderman Dowell Partners with Commissioner Rogers on Property Tax Appeal Forum Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Larry Rogers Jr., along with Alderman Dowell, State Senator Mattie Hunter and Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer hosted a property tax appeal forum where members of the public received valuable information about how to appeal their property taxes. With the first installment of homeowner's property taxes due March 3rd, Commissioner Rogers explained how the property tax appeal process works - starting with the Cook County Assessor's Office, then to the Board of Review if necessary - and how to find and file the proper appeal paperwork. If you would like to appeal your property taxes, please start here at www.cookcountyassessor.com/Appeals/Appeal-Forms.aspx. For more information about the Cook County Board of Review, visit www.cookcountyboardofreview.com/. 2 Third Ward Update (Continued) Mayor Lightfoot Visits Bronzeville and Washington Park to Talk about Economic Investment Mayor Lori Lightfoot, accompanied by Alderman Dowell, toured Bronzeville and Washington Park speaking with business and community leaders about plans to invest more resources to create economic opportunity in the community. First stop was Overton Elementary School (221 E. 49th St.) followed by Peach's Currency Exchange Cafe (305 E. Garfield Blvd). Big thanks to Ghian Foreman for organizing this event and framing the discussions. Harbor Restaurant Opens in the South Loop Alderman Dowell helped cut the ribbon on the new Harbor Restaurant in the South Loop located at 1312 South Wabash Ave. Kudos to Chris Parth, Joe Taylor, Adam Ellis and Chef Anthony for bringing a new dining option to the community and for creating a warm welcoming aura perfect for socializing with friends. Check it out at www.harborchicago.com/. Dowell Offers Condolences on the Passing of Two Community Leaders Alderman Dowell had the honor of celebrating the life and many achievements of two historic Chicago figures that passed recently, Reverend Dr. Clay Evans and Lester Goodman. Alderman Dowell delivered remarks on the impressive life of Reverend Dr. Clay Evans during the January City Council meeting. He was a great Baptist pastor, gospel singer and civil rights leader who founded Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church located at 45th St. and Princeton Ave. in the 3rd Ward. Dr. Evans passed on November 27, 2019 at the age of 94. Also, Alderman Dowell was in attendance as friends and loved ones helped Lester Goodman to his final resting place. Such a wonderful service of reflection and love. Lester experienced tremendous success dancing professionally, appearing frequently on television and performing in some of the most famous clubs and theaters internationally, even making it to the famed theaters on Broadway. Landmarked Former Oscar Stanton De Priest Building Restored The restoration of the former home of Oscar Stanton De Priest (4536-8 S. King Dr.) began in 2017 when Landmarks Illinois was awarded a $250,000 grant from the National Park Service's African American Civil Rights Grant Program to carry out essential roof and masonry repairs. Thank you to Congressman Danny Davis (D-7th) for securing this important project funding. De Priest lived in the apartment building between 1929 and 1951, and it was designated a National Historic Landmark for its association with De Priest in 1975. Beginning in 1904, De Priest held a seat on the Cook County Board of Commissioners, and in 1915, he became Chicago's first black alderman, serving his first term on City Council until 1917. Later, De Priest served Illinois' 1st congressional district where he was the sole Black representative during his time in Congress. He is long remembered as an advocate for anti-discrimination and desegregation. For instance, in Congress, De Priest introduced several anti-discrimination bills, including his 1933 amendment barring discrimination in the Civilian Conservation Corps, which was signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. 3 Third Ward Update (Continued) 2nd District Crime Statistics for 2019 The 2nd District Police has released the following year-end crime statistics for the district: 2019 2018 % change Murder 16 31 -48% Shootings 71 96 -26% Crim Sex Assault 90 93 -03% Robbery 359 505 -29% Burglary 307 410 -25% Motor Veh Theft 418 478 -13% Theft 639 639 0% Guns with Arrests 195 115 +68% The 2nd District has been trending in a positive direction in terms of crime reduction. The 2nd District Police will continue to work hard to serve the community and protect the lives and rights of all citizens in 2020, while prioritizing the continued improvement of police-community relations. Garfield Red Line Station Damaged The 3rd Ward Public Service Office is sad to report the destruction of glass public art pieces inside the heavily-used Garfield Red Line CTA station.
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