48th Ward Blog
Welcome to the 48th ward blog! Here you will find information about ways to get involved in the community, current Development information, Press Releases from our office, and Ward Night recaps, among other things.
For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.

We’re Hiring! Director of Planning & Infrastructure Job Listing
We’re hiring a Director of Planning & Infrastructure. Learn more.

Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Pedestrian Safety Infrastructure Proposal (2025 Participatory Budgeting Referendum)
Review the 2017 Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Redesign, this year’s PB referendum.

Voting is Open for Participatory Budgeting 2025
Vote for 2025 projects online or in person!

Granville Traffic Safety - Overview of Project and Community Engagement Process
Review the plans and community engagement process for the Granville Traffic Safety project.

Meet the Bryn Mawr Alliance
Bryn Mawr Alliance Mission, Vision, and Bios

Construction Updates: March 6, 2025
DWM sewer main replacement, RPM road closures

Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Votes Yes to Pass $830 Million Bond Ordinance
Information about the bond ordinance and an op-ed from Ald. Pat Dowell.

Broadway Land Use Framework Adopted by Chicago Plan Commission
The CPC adopted the framework during their Feb. 20 meeting

Construction Updates: February 20, 2025
DWM sewer main replacement, RPM road closures

6320 N Broadway (Bakeree Dispensary): Community Meeting for Special Use Permit
Bakeree is seeking a Special Use Permit to sell cannabis.

Introducing: Green Social Housing
A message from Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth about Green Social Housing

Granville Traffic Safety: 2nd Meeting Recap
Read about our second Granville traffic safety meeting.

Connecting Communities on Broadway
Read information about the ongoing multi-ward project.

Construction Updates: February 11, 2025
Lighting installation, DWM sewer main replacement, RPM road closures

Construction Updates: February 5, 2025
Lighting installation, DWM sewer main replacement, RPM road closures

Reader Best of Chicago 2024 - 48th Ward Winners
Congratulations to 48th ward winners!

Connecting Communities on Broadway - Overview of Project Framework and Community Engagement Process
Project details and community engagement notes.

Construction Updates: January 29, 2025
DWM sewer main replacement, RPM Road Closures

Senn Park Nature Play Space - Community Engagement
Submit ideas and feedback for the Senn Park Nature Play Space

Pedestrian Safety Initiatives
Pedestrian and traffic safety are top prioties for our office.