Ward Night Recap: October 2, 2024
Thanks to everyone who attended our October 2 Ward Night. Here’s a brief summary of what we discussed:
Business development on Bryn Mawr. We’re glad to see new businesses moving to the Bryn Mawr corridor, and we look forward to the new business traffic that will come with the completion of RPM construction.
Click here to read about some of the newest Bryn Mawr businesses.
Click here to read about the Bryn Mawr Task Force, a 48th ward initiative to bring economic development to the corridor.
Click here to learn about the RPM Open for Business Program which helps businesses impact by RPM construction.
RPM Phase I Timeline. The RPM project is currently in its first phase which consists of a new bypass structure just north of the Belmont station, a complete rebuild of the Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn and Bryn Mawr stations and the installation of a new signal system between Howard and Belmont. The portion of this work that most directly impacts the 48th ward is the Lawrence to Bryn Mawr Modernization Project, which you can read more about here. All Phase I work is epected to be completed in 2025. Read about future phases of RPM here.
Affordable Housing Development. Our office works continuously to support the development of more affordable housing in the ward. We do this by encouraging developers to increase the number of affordable units in their residential projects. We also encourage them to opt for electric appliances which save consumers money in the long-term.
Click here to read about 5853 N Broadway (Bickerdike), a 100% affordable development with over 90 units, coming to the ward soon.
Click here to read about 5920 N Ridge (The Mabel), a development which our team convinced to increase its number of affordbale units, also coming soon to the ward.
Remember to stay up to stay up to date with our newsletter to learn about new opportunities to provide feedback on development projects. Provide feedback on open projects via our website.
Public Safety. Public safety is our office's top priority. Our Safe 48 Health and Safety Plan focuses on coordination and collaboration across government agencies, community-based organizations, and neighbors. To get involved, join your next Beat Meeting, District Council meeting, or Block Club meeting. Find information about local Block Clubs here on our website. Public Safety meetings can be found on our community calendar.
NEXT MEETING: Please note that there will be no ward night meeting on Tuesday, October 15. Instead, our office will be cohosting a meeting regarding traffic and pedestrian safety along Granville. We encourage neighbors to attend, listen, and share feedback. Read more about that meeting and RSVP here.
