48th Ward Blog
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Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Co-Sponsors Additional Dwelling Unit Expansion Ordinance
Read about the proposed expansion to the 2020 ADU Ordinance.
Construction Updates: June 5, 2024
Street resurfacing on DSLD and neighborhood roads
Senn High School Ceremony to Honor William Friedkin
Join us for a celebration of Senn Arts
Summer Food Security Resources
Learn about food security support you can access while school’s out.
Development Feedback Opportunity: 1068 W Berwyn
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 1068 W Berwyn
Development Feedback Opportunity: 5830 N Broadway
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 5830 N Broadway
Construction Updates: May 30, 2024
Resurfacing, sidewalks, and alley aprons.
May 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read about La Unica Food Mart, Uvae, and Redtwist Theatre.
Updates to Public Safety Alert System
We’ve updated our public safety alert system.
Construction Updates: May 22, 2024
resurfacing, sidewalks, alley aprons, curbs & gutters
CLEAR Exotic Animal Rescue and Rehab
Learn what to do if you see an exotic animal
Construction Updates: May 16, 2024
resurfacing, sidewalks, alley aprons, curbs & gutters
Development Feedback Opportunity: 4920 N Sheridan
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 4920 N Sheridan
Celebrating One Year in Office!
Celebrate one year with us and check out our team mission statement and values
Virtual Town Hall Recap: May 15, 2024 - Mid-Year Review
Watch the recording of our May 15, 2024 Town Hall
Share Your CTA Experience
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth has co-sponsored a resolution calling for a new CTA president. Share your CTA story.
Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month 2024
See what the 48th ward is doing to observe and celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Joins Guaranteed Income Advisory Group and Taskforce on Innovation and Technology
Read more about the two city-wide initiatives
Construction Updates: May 8, 2024
be advised of upcoming construction in the ward
5221 N Broadway (Sploot): Zoning Change Request Decision
Notice of Zoning Change Request decision for 5221 N Broadway.