New Addition!
Nature Play Space at Eugene Field Park
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Last week, I walked through this new Nature Play Space at Eugene Field Park with partners from the Chicago Park District and Eugene Field Park. This space was designed by children of the 39th Ward! The Nature Play Space will officially open when COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
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Glandstone Park Tree Lighting
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Last Friday, I joined Gladstone Park Chamber of Commerce and the Gladstone Park Neighborhood Association for their annual tree lighting ceremony. This year, the tree is called the "Tree of Hope." You can add an ornament to the tree, located at Chopin Plaza, in honor of loved ones who are sick or no longer with us.
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Our office has been receiving complaints surrounding the misuse of Sauganash Park on the weekends. We have requested additional security and the 17th Police District will continue to monitor the park. Please be respectful of our parks so we can all enjoy these community treasures safely.
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On December 15th and 16th, we are working with the Illinois Department of Public Health, Representative John D'Amico, Senator Ram Villivalam, and Commissioner Bridget Degnen to offer FREE COVID-19 tests at Northeastern Illinois University (3701 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.). No symptoms or insurance are needed. Appointments are not needed, but it is preferred you RSVP at bit.ly/neiutestingsite1.
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Announcements from the City of Chicago
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Closure Extended:
Illinois Secretary of State Driver Service Facilities
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Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facilities are now closed until January 4, 2021.
- Driver’s licenses and ID card expirations are extended until June 1, 2021.
- Online renewals have been expanded. Some services include:
- Renewing a license plate sticker;
- Renewing a valid driver’s license for qualifying drivers;
- Renewing a valid ID card for those age 22 - 64 (seniors 65 and older have free, non-expiring IDs);
- Select facilities open to serve new drivers and CDL applicants only.
To learn more, visit cyberdriveillinois.com.
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BACP Workshops and Webinars
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Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) offers free business education workshops or webinars every Wednesday afternoon and Friday morning. All programs are open to the public and taught by industry professionals, not-for-profit agencies, and government agencies. Topics include business licensing, operations, financial resources, marketing, and more. To view upcoming webinars, click here.
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If you are interested in receiving e-mails on City regulations, business education events, and vital consumer protection information, sign-up for the BACP newsletter by emailing BACPOutreach@CityOfChicago.org.
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Winter Wonderland Express
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The Chicago Park District will be distributing new, unwrapped toys at Winter Wonderland Express events at 18 parks on December 19th from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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