48th Ward Blog
Welcome to the 48th ward blog! Use the Blog Categories menu below to select categories of interest.
For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
PB Community Meeting on Feb 29 at CMAA
Join us on Feb 29, 2024 for a Participatory Budgeting (PB) meeting at CMAA (1016 W Argyle).
Clean and Affordable Buildings Ordinance (CABO) - Listen, Lead, Share
Read about the Clean and Affordable Buildings Ordinance and our upcoming event
7th District Small Business Restoration Grant Deadline Extended
The deadline for the 7th District Small Business Restoration Grant has been extended to Feb 16!
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.
City Council Passes Ceasefire Resolution
This week, Chicago City Council voted 24-23 to pass the “Uniting for Peace” resolution.
Visit the Zoning and Development Page on the 48th Ward Website
Visit the Zoning and Development page on our website today!
Chicago Recovery Plan Grant Applications are Open
Chicago Recovery Plan applications are open! Deadline is Feb 9.
Apply to be a Student Election Judge
Calling all students! Join the Chicago Board of Elections and Mikva Challenge and become an election judge!
Share Your Ideas for the Future of Chicago Park District
The Park District is holding a series of town halls to gather your input on their next strategic plan.
BACP Scam Protection Reminders
BACP is asking that neighbors stay alert of potential "free" cell phone and electronic giveaway scams.
Hayt Elementary Public Art RFP Deadline Extended
CPS is accepting proposals for a mosaic art installation on the exterior of Hayt School.
Volunteer for the Goudy Elementary Career Fair
Goudy Elementary is seeking volunteers to participate in their April Career Fair.
Under 'L' Activation Community Engagement
View the recordings of the RPM under ‘L’ Activation presentations and contribute your own feedback.
Ward Night Recap: Jan. 16, 2024 - LSC Elections
Watch the recording of our Jan 16, 2024 Ward Night about Local School Council elections.
Volunteer for the 48th Ward Shovel Squad
Join the 48th Ward Shovel Squad to help neighbors who need their walk shoveled or sign up to have your walk shoveled.
Chicago Recovery Grant Applications and Webinar
The Chicago DPD is accepting applications for Community Development Grants for more than $250,000 until February 16.
48th Ward & Nourishing Hope - Call for Volunteers
Volunteer to deliver food to folks in the community on Jan 20, 2024.
Toy Drive Goals Exceeded
Last month, over 440 Christmas gifts were donated and distributed to children in the 48th ward.
After School Matters Programming is Back
After School Matters is accepting applications now for programs running Feb 26-May 11.
Paid Time Off Ordinance Webinar Available on YouTube
Watch this webinar to get up to speed on the recently passed Paid Time Off Ordinance.