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April 2009

  • Kilmer School Closed Temporarily Due to Swine Flu Precautions
    Posted: 4/29/2009

    Dear Neighbor,

    The Chicago Department of Public Health reports that a student at Kilmer Elementary School, 6700 N. Greenview, has been diagnosed with a case of swine influenza. Attendance records also indicate a slightly higher than average absentee rate at the school in the last few days.

    As a precaution, the Health Department advised the Chicago Board of Education to close the school for at least 48 hours while health officials survey parents and guardians to determine if the swine flu diagnosis is simply an isolated case or whether it is more widespread. Schools officials and my office are working closely with the Health Department. Once health officials determine it appropriate to re-open the school, parents and guardians will be notified.
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  • Sheridan Road to be Resurfaced; Pothole Repairs Ongoing
    Posted: 4/28/2009
    Dear Neighbor,

    I am pleased to report that Sheridan Road will undergo a complete street resurfacing from the Evanston border south to Devon Avenue.

    The project is estimated to cost $1.4 million and will be paid primarily by funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (the federal stimulus plan). A portion of the cost will be covered by a statewide capital program proposed by Governor Pat Quinn and approved by the Illinois General Assembly earlier this month.
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  • Green Cities: From Portland to Chicago to the 49th Ward--Final Green Workshop
    Posted: 4/23/2009
    Dear Neighbor,

    The WHY WATER MATTERS HERE workshop series draws to a close this Monday with a look at what Chicago and other communities are doing individually and collectively to save our planet.

    Join us for the final WHY GREEN MATTERS HERE workshop "Learning from Others and Taking Action Here." Sponsored by my office and the 49th Ward Green Corps, the workshop will be held this Monday, April 27th, 6:30 p.m., at the Loyola Park Fieldhouse, 2nd Floor, 1230 W. Greenleaf (at the Lake).
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  • Don't Drink the Fertilizer! Water and Your Health--Green Workshop
    Posted: 4/17/2009
    Dear Neighbor,

    Pesticides, fertilizers, factory emissions, and so many other contaminants put our water and our lives at risk. Mercury in our fish, pesticides on our grapes, chemicals on our lawns, pills flushed down our toilets . . . how do we get from here to a better tomorrow?

    Join us for the next WHY WATER MATTERS HERE workshop, "Please Don't Drink the Fertilizer: Water and Your Health," Monday, April 20th, 6:30 p.m., at the Loyola Park Fieldhouse, 1230 W. Greenleaf (at the Lake), 2nd Floor. Learn what we must do to improve our water quality in our lakes and streams, and what you can do in your own home to protect your family through safer pest control methods and safer ways to care for your lawn and garden.
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  • Save the Date for Local Green Resource Fair
    Posted: 4/15/2009
    Dear Neighbor,

    The 49th Ward is filled with green resources and neighbors who want to make our neighborhood a more sustainable and livable community. On Saturday, May 2nd, they will all come together under one roof.

    Join your neighbors for the 49th Ward's "GO LOCAL" RESOURCE FAIR & ECO-TEAM BUILDING, Saturday, May 2nd, 12 Noon to 4:00 p.m., at the Loyola Park Fieldhouse, 1230 W. Greenleaf (at the Lake), 2nd Floor.
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  • Our Local Food Supply and Clean Water for All--Green Workshop
    Posted: 4/10/2009
    Dear Neighbor,

    How does the food we eat affect our water supply and our planet? What can we do right here in our own neighborhood to encourage more healthy and sustainable farming practices? Join us for the latest WHY WATER MATTERS HERE workshop "Bread & Water: Our Local Food Supply and Clean Water for All." The workshop will be held this Monday, April 13th, 6:30 p.m., at the Loyola Park Fieldhouse, 1230 W. Greenleaf (at the Lake), 2nd Floor.
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  • Spring Clean-up Just Around the Corner
    Posted: 4/8/2009
    Dear Neighbor,

    Spring is in the air and it's time to spruce up the neighborhood! Join me for the 19th annual 49th Ward SPRING CLEAN-UP, Saturday, April 25th. We'll meet at 9:00 a.m. for coffee and rolls at my 49th Ward Service Office, 7356 N. Greenview, and then we'll fan out across the neighborhood, picking up trash, cutting down weeds and planting flowers.
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  • Hop Haus Restaurant Opens in 49th Ward
    Posted: 4/3/2009
    Dear Neighbor,

    In the midst of this severe recession, it's more important than ever to support our long-time local businesses and make our new businesses feel welcome. In that spirit, I'd like to welcome the newest restaurant to the 49th Ward community--The Hop Haus.
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  • Green Workshop on Water Conservation Set for Monday
    Posted: 4/2/2009
    Dear Neighbor,

    We live right next door to one of the largest sources of fresh water in the world, so why is water conservation so important to us? How does saving water save energy? What can we do in our own home and garden to protect Lake Michigan, our most precious asset?

    Find out the answers to these and other important questions at "Slow the Flow: Energy and Water Use at Home," the next in a series of Why Water Matters Here workshops, Monday, April 6th, at the Loyola Park Fieldhouse, 1230 W. Greenleaf, 2nd Floor.
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