48th Ward Blog
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Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Urges EPA to Strengthen Lead Service Line Rule
While there’s a lot to praise for the proposal, there are a few key components that need to be addressed in order to strengthen the rule
Clean and Affordable Buildings Ordinance (CABO) - Listen, Lead, Share
Read about the Clean and Affordable Buildings Ordinance and our upcoming event
City Council Rejects Police Misconduct Arbitration
The Committee on Workforce Development voted 10-5 to reject police misconduct arbitration. The vote is one for transparency and accountability.
BACP Scam Protection Reminders
BACP is asking that neighbors stay alert of potential "free" cell phone and electronic giveaway scams.
Paid Time Off Ordinance Webinar Available on YouTube
Watch this webinar to get up to speed on the recently passed Paid Time Off Ordinance.
Foot Patrol Officers Returning to Argyle, Bryn Mawr, and Clark
Foot patrol officers are returning to 48th Ward commercial corridors
Winter Weather Parking Restrictions
As temperatures drop, keep an eye out for parking restrictions and road conditions.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Co-Sponsors Chi v. Hate Ordinance
Read information about hate incidents; what they are and how to report them.
Mental Health Crisis Response Resources from Thresholds
Thresholds offers mental health crisis intervention programs as an alternative to standard police intervention and psychiatric hospitalization.
Apply to serve on the CCPSA
The Chicago Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability is seeking diverse voices for Commissioner positions.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Calls on Biden Administration to Adopt Strong Standards to Cut Pollution from Coal- and Gas-Fired Power Plants
Alderwoman Manaa-Hoppenworth Joins Nearly 400 Leaders Across the U.S. to Urge EPA to Speed Up Timeline for Proposed Carbon Standard