Power outages in Edgewater

Multiple readers have informed us that power was out last night on the northern side of the neighborhood around Granville and Thorndale as well as Rogers Park. Emergency personnel were called to buildings as people were stuck in elevators. Does anyone know if power has been restored?

Lost husky

From EveryBlock Chicago: Lost Brown and White Husky, name Red if found please call 312-320-8781.

Loyola Phoenix profiles Third Coast Comics

Loyola Phoenix writer Nathan Lurz recently profiled Third Coast Comics (6234 N Broadway) in an article published earlier this week. The article profiles owner Terry Gant and his story about how his love for comics, which by the way "aren't just for nerds," led him to opening his business that sits on the fringe of Loyola's campus. Check it out for yourself and read all about this local business by clicking this link: Loyola Phoenix: Proof that comics aren't just for nerds.

Prayers for the heart of Edgewater

Sunday, May 15, 2011. 2-3pm. Near Thorndale El. Join Edgewater neighbors of all backgrounds and ages in this rally for peace. We will bear witness to the tragedies of the violence in which we live, and to the power of community in seeking real solutions together. We will lift up our visions of a safer, healthier, and more just and unified neighborhood. We will meet near the Thorndale El stop, join together in lifting our concerns and hopes, and then march throughout the neighborhood together to bless sites of particular vulnerability. Volunteers from local faith communities are especially urged to consider becoming a team leader to assist with publicity, signage and the neighborhood walk which will follow the 2pm launch event. This event is sponsored by the Edgewater Community Religious Association, an interfaith association of religious leaders and volunteers who call their communities to work for a thriving and just neighborhood. Contact a member of the Planning Committee for more information: Rev. Jacki Belile at 773.655.4357 (or jacki@livingwellministries.net) Mr. Tom Robb at 773.274.2380 (or director@careforreal.org) Rev. Dr. Barb Cathey at 773.577.7363 (or macphie@sbcglobal.net)

Reminder: Public Safety Forum Saturday

As a reminder, there is a Public Safety Forum this Saturday. Below is the agenda for the day:

10:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. – Introductions & Overview
•Harry Osterman – Alderman Elect
•Commander Lucy Moy (20th District)
and Commander Michael Wick (24th District)
•Principal Susan Lofton – Senn High School
•Ed McClane, Public Safety Coordinator for the Edgewater Community Council

10:20 a.m. - 11:35 a.m. – Safety Seminars
•“Keeping It Real” - by Officer Jointer
Get inside information on how to keep your home and property safe.
•“Street Safety: How to Stay Safe While Walking our Streets" - by Dr. Ron Rufo
Learn the do's and don’ts when walking alone or in small groups, especially during late-night hours, and find out how to be a "not so easy target" to criminals and how to be a good eye witness for police officers.
11:35 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Neighborhood Safety Strategy Sessions
Neighbors will break out into brainstorming sessions based on their part of the ward to discuss local safety concerns and how to best address them.
•Room 115 - Neighbors South of Foster
•Room 110 - Neighbors between Foster and Hollywood
•Room 105 - Neighbors North of Hollywood
•Room 106 - Youth Discussion
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Recap & Questions
Share your groups’ ideas with everyone and ask any questions you may have.

Robbery at The Call

The Call (1547 W Bryn Mawr) bar was robbed on Monday night. We do not have specific details at this point, but we are told the bar lost a lot and was forced to close on Tuesday. There is a party tonight, stop in to show your support!

Dining Out for Life

Tomorrow is the 18th annual Dining Out for Life event, where participating local restaurants will donate a portion of their proceeds to HIV/AIDS related charities. This year's beneficiary is EdgeAlliance. EdgeAlliance mission is to improve the lives of Chicagoans with HIV/AIDS through housing, care and support services. Participating restaurants in Edgewater/Andersonville include:

- Acre

- Andies

- Anteprima

- Bananas Foster Cafe

- Big Jones

- Broadway Cellars

- Ceres Table

- Francesca's

- Hamburger Mary's

- Jin Ju

- That Little Mexican Cafe

- Vincent

Saturday: Zombie Pub Crawl

This Saturday is the 4th Annual Zombie Pub Crawl in Andersonville along Clark Street. The event begins at Atmosphere (5355 N Clark) at 2:00PM and continues on to Simon's, Farraguts, The Call and Hamburger Mary's. For more info, click here.

Shots fired last night?

From EveryBlock Chicago:
9:45pm Gunshot heard followed by the sound of animal in distress
"Around 9:45pm this evening we heard a gunshot and the blood curdling wail of an animal in great distress. Many of our neighbors heard it to and called 911. We live on Summerdale between Clark and Glenwood. Nobody was exactly sure where the location of the sound came from. Anybody have info on this?"
Follow the discussion here

50% off Apart Pizza Company

Apart Pizza Company (5624 N Broadway) is featured on CBS Local Offers today and tomorrow. For $10, you'll receive a voucher good for $20 worth of food from Apart. Click here for the deal.

Edgewater Chamber seeks nominations

The Edgewater Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its "Best of Edgewater" and "Sweetheart of Edgewater" awards. The Best of Edgewater awards consist of such categories as Best New Business, "Green" Business, and Restaurant of the Year, while the Sweetheart of Edgewater is intended to honor an unsung hero or group of heroes with a connection to Edgewater. Nomination can be made by anyone and must be submitted by Wednesday, April 27th. Nomination forms and more details can be found here.

Man robbed by boyfriend at knifepoint

From the Chicago News Report:
A North Side Chicago man purportedly told police his boyfriend robbed him at knifepoint.

The incident was reported (on Friday) around 9:43 p.m. and occurred inside an apartment at 5840 North Sheridan Road in Edgewater, said police.

The victim told authorities his boyfriend brandished the weapon, took his wallet, and fled the scene, said officials.

According to police dispatch, the offender is a Hispanic man with a thin build, approximately 5’9” and 35-years-old. He was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and jeans.

Police are investigating.

Found dog

From Craiglist:
Found a doggie by Peterson & Ridge, I just want to make sure that this adorable doggie goes back to his/her real parents/owners. So before I hand the doggie back to you, please tell me the type of collar he was wearing?
Thank You,
312-380-9816

Fire at Park Edgewater

A small fire broke out in a unit at the Park Edgewater building (6101 N Sheridan) about an hour ago according to a few followers on our Facebook page. The fire occured on the stove in the kitchen of unit 3H, and the resident was unable to contain it. Fortunately, the Chicago Fire Department and other emergency personnel arrived quickly before it spread to other untis and the fire was extinguised quickly and no one was injured. Smoke was reported throughout the building.

Park Tower condo board sues resident over bedbugs

From Crain's Chicago:
(Crain's) — After bringing in an exterminator to eradicate a stubborn bedbug problem, the leaders of a North Side condo tower are pulling out another weapon: a lawsuit against a resident.

Park Tower Condominium Assn. Inc., which runs the condo building at 5415 N. Sheridan Road, is suing Sandra L. Gold, whose unit is infested with more than 500 bedbugs, the association says.

After almost being wiped out from the country after World War II, the tiny, blood-sucking critters have resurged in recent years, mainly because of an increase in international travel, experts say.

Moreover, Chicago ranks among the top five bedbug infested cities in the nation, according to an August report by pest control service Terminix.

While condominiums and apartment buildings have traditionally been commonplace for bedbugs, issues were reported last fall at the Chase Tower office building, 10 S. Dearborn St., and the headquarters of the Chicago Public Schools, 125 S. Clark St., according to published reports.

Ms. Gold has “failed and refused” to cooperate with efforts to exterminate the bugs, creating a broader pest problem throughout the building and obstructing the health and safety of other residents, the condo board alleges in a complaint filed last week in Cook County Circuit Court.

The association argues that Ms. Gold would not take the “necessary” steps to exterminate her bedbug problem: exposing all baseboards, stripping mattresses of box springs and linens, and emptying all closets, dressers and drawers.

Ms. Gold declined to comment, referring an inquiry to her lawyer, Ralph Schindler. Mr. Schindler said Ms. Gold has just returned home from a month in a nursing home while recovering from an injury.
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Earth Day Poll: Recycling

As today is Earth Day, we're curious what Edgewater residents are doing to "be green." Vote in our most recent poll: Does your condo/apartment building currently have a recycling program? In addition, if you answered "No" tell us why not? If you answered yes, tell us about any other green initiatives you or your condo building have or tips you'd like to share with others!!

Public Safety Forum

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Earth Day recycling tips

From the Edgewater Beach Apartments Recycling/Green Committee:

Earth Day: 5 easy ways to recycle more in Edgewater

1) Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs: these energy saving bulbs are more efficient and longer lasting than the old Thomas Edison design, but should be recycled to keep mercury out of our landfill/environment. Thankfully Home Depot stores accept CFLs for recycling, as do many Ace Hardware stores and some Lowe’s Hardware stores. A number of independent hardware stores in the Chicago area also accept CFL for recycling, but you might want to call ahead.

2) Batteries: Last year Chicago stated a program to collect household batteries (if it fits in the palm of your hand, it is a household battery!). Today most Walgreens, alderman’s offices and the Chicago Public Library accept household batteries for recycling, as will some Staples stores. RadioShack even accepts power tool batteries and the large-style flashlight batteries (~size of two stacked fists).

3) Pharmaceuticals: got Viagra in your water? Don’t laugh, recent testing has found trace amounts of many pharmaceuticals in the water systems of 30 states. The EPA now recommends against flushing old pills down the drain. Instead collect your old/expired pills and take them (we empty them out of the pill bottle/remove any labeling) to the Belmont and Western police station where there is a labeled receptacle for pharmaceuticals between the entrance and the main desk. The pills are periodically collected by the Illinois EPA for appropriate disposal.

4) Packing peanuts: While a number of leading internet retailers are shifting away from using Styrofoam peanuts for shipping, if you are like me, you just can’t avoid them entirely. The good news is that the UPS Store on the corner of Bryn Mawr & Winthrup will accept/recycle packing foam peanuts. I don’t know how common this is, but it can’t hurt to ask your local shipper if they recycle these too.

5) Cell Phones: Over the past year the residents in my building have collectively recycled dozens of old cell phones through a mail-in recycling service with PaceButler. There are many cell-phones to benefit charities springing up on the web, but PaceButler has been great to work with. We’ve contributed the proceeds, over $75 to date, to Care-for-Real in Edgewater. Talk about a triple bottom line!

Outdoor furntiture sale @ Gethsemane

Gethsemane - 5739 N Clark

Easter services at Church of the Atonement

The Church of the Atonement (5749 N Kenmore) has requested we share their holiday services. For more detailed info, click here.

Maundy Thursday
April 21, 2011
Institution of the Lord's Supper, 7:00 p.m.

Good Friday
April 22, 2011
Confessions 5:30-6:30 p.m. & Solemn Liturgy of the Day 7p.m.

Holy Saturday Easter Vigil
April 23, 2011
Great Vigil of Easter 8:00 p.m.

Easter Day
April 24, 2011
Low Mass 8:00 a.m.
Family Mass 9:00 a.m.
High Mass with Choir and Orchestra 11:00 a.m.

Follow us on Twitter!

The Edgewater Community Buzz is now bringing our content covering news, events, businesses and other Edgewater/Andersonville info to TWITTER! Follow us @EdgewaterBUZZ. If any "tweeters" have any tips for us leave them in the comments.

The Green Arch Food Mart closed by the City

We received several emails regarding the sudden closure of the Green Arch Food Mart, located at 5555 N. Broadway. There's a security gate over the front entrance, and a bright orange sign from the City of Chicago that reads "closed until further notice."

Does anyone know what happened?

Public meeting re: New Edgewater Library

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It's street sweeping season

It's that time of year when the little flourecent "no parking" signs appear out of no where prior to the sweeping of your street. In an effort to avoiding a parking ticket or even being towed, check out the 2011 street sweeping schedule for the 48th Ward on the City of Chicago's website here. Street sweeping continues through at least November.

Follow up on the smash and grab job at Sam's Chicken and Ribs

A reader emailed us the above photo, showing the damage to the front door of Sam's Chicken and Ribs. The robbery occurred late last week.

Middle Eastern Bakery & Grocery

A recent discovery of the Middle Eastern Bakery & Grocery (1512 W Foster) has made it an instant favorite of mine. This quant little independent store located on Foster between Clark and Ashland will fulfill all of your Middle Eastern grocery needs. While the store sells all types of goods from spices to nuts to beans and grains, the real score is the fresh homemade items. My personal favorites are the dips (hummus, babaganoush), the fresh baked breads and pita chips, and the meat pies. Ooooh the meat pies! Check them out on the web: http://www.middleeastbakeryandgrocery.com/ or better yet, in person!

CAPS meeting tonight: Beat 2413

At 7 P.M., on April 19, 2011, there is a CAPS meeting inside the fieldhouse in Emmerson Park (1820 W. Granville). Also, effective in May, CAPS meetings for Beat 2413 will take place the SECOND THURSDAY of the month. They alternate between Emmerson and Green Briar Park, and since this month's meeting will occur at Emmerson, it next one will be at Green Briar.

Stabbing on Magnolia

From Timothy Fitz with the Chicago News Report: (Saturday) A man was stabbed several times during an attempted robbery on Chicago’s Far North Side. The incident occurred around 10:43 p.m. on the 6300 block of North Magnolia Avenue, near the intersection of Rosemont and Magnolia in the Edgewater community. A male victim is his early to mid-twenties, was stabbed several times - once in the stomach and once in the arm, said police. The offender was simply described as a Hispanic man. The injured man was taken to St. Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois. The victim is in stable condition. No further details are available.

Break in at Sam's Chicken & Ribs

A reader writes: "I just walked by Sam's Chicken & Ribs, which is on the north side of Granville just west of that street's intersection with Winthrop, and noticed an employee/owner sweeping up some glass. I next noticed that the door was completely shattered. The guy said that it happened overnight and that the register was stolen."

Kelly Cassidy appointed to state legislature

From the Chicago Sun Times: Lesbian activist Kelly Cassidy has been appointed state representative for the 14th District, which includes the Edgewater, Andersonville and Rogers Park neighborhoods. She replaces State Rep. Harry Osterman who was elected 48th Ward alderman in February. Cassidy, a longtime assistant in the Cook County state’s attorney’s office, was chosen Saturday from a field of 23 candidates. “For 20 years in Chicago, I’ve worked in not-for-profit and government,” Cassidy said on Sunday. “This is an opportunity to take it to the next level and an exciting challenge.” Committeewoman and former State Sen. Carol Ronen says the decision was not an easy one but that the vote for Cassidy was unanimous. “Kelly has a long record of advocacy with issues important to the people of the 14th District,” Ronen said. “Through the state’s attorney’s office, she has worked as a liaison in Springfield and understands how the legislature works and how to build coalitions.” Cassidy, the third openly gay member of the state House, reports to Springfield on May 16. She knows there will be some “tough budget votes right out of the gate.” “In our district, there’s a high level of social service organizations offering important services,” said Cassidy, 42. “They are threatened, and it’s my job to defend them.” Cassidy said she will run in the March 2012 election “I intend to serve the district as long as I can,” she said. Another lesbian who was being considered for the appointment, Paula Basta, director of the Levy Center, also has announced her candidacy.

New classes at Tango Che

From the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce:

Ever dreamed of going to Buenos Aires and learning the romantic Argentine Tango? Well, you don't have to travel that far at all! This authentic Argentine tango is available to you right here in Edgewater at the studio of "Tango Che"(5602 N. Ridge). The founders, Daniel Noce and Ramona Nita, are the only professional Argentine tango couple in Chicago and surrounding areas and they specialize in this particular dance.

Tango Che offers group classes, private lessons, special workshops, and evenings of social dancing, as experienced in Buenos Aires, known as "milongas". Sign up for their new Beginners Class starting Tuesday, April 19th at 7pm. Receive $5 off a 4 week package if you register today through Saturday.

Students are provided with a well structured class in a comfortable and friendly environment to begin dancing tango socially.

To attend the Friday milongas or to register for classes, please call 773-220-8918. Visit their website for more information: www.tangoche.com.

New 400 Theater

We've mentioned this a while back, but for our newer readers: did you know that there is a movie theater right off the Loyola stop of the Red Line in Rogers Park? The New 400 Theater is located at 6746 N Sheridan. While they may not have the latest 3D, stadium seating or impressive sound systems that some of the larger theaters have, New 400 has super low prices, friendly employees, serves adult beverages, and has that old school small theater feel. Check 'em out! This weekend's showtimes:

Rio: 1:00*, 3:40, 6:15, 8:30
Scream 4: 1:25*, 3:50, 6:35, 9:15
Your Highness: 1:30*, 4:00, 6:30, 9:20
Source Code: 1:15*, 3:30, 5:35, 7:40, 9:45

New store coming to Clark Street

Once again Racked Chicago has the scoop on a new business coming to the Andersonville shopping district. According to Racked, a store called The Haymaker Shop (www.haymakershop.com) will soon occupy the space which was previously Sargon Real Estate (5507 N Clark). The Haymaker Shop will sell furniture, home decor and art and should be open by May.

Benefit concert @ Edgewater Beach Cafe

The Edgewater Beach Cafe (5545 N Sheridan) is hosting a concert titled: "Lounging: Cool Cat Jazz" tomorrow at 7:30PM benefitting the Tree House Pet Pantry. The event costs a $10 suggested donation and features music from SDS Trio. At the event, a portion of proceeds from all vegetarian dishes will be donated to the Tree House, and people are also requested to bring dry or canned cat or dog food to donate. In addition, all guest will receive a complimentary CD from SDS Trio.

Andersonville Wine Walk

Mark your calendars for this year's Andersonville Wine Walk presented by the Andersonville Development Corp and In Fine Spirits on May 15th. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

40th Ward Town Hall Meeting Notes

40th Ward Alderman Patrick O'Connor held a "State of the 40th Ward" town hall meeting on Tuesday at Hayt Elementary School. If you were not able to attend, an EveryBlock user posted a detailed summary of the meeting here.

Tomorrow: Taste of RogersEdge

(click image to enlarge) Tickets cost $25 in advance or $35 the day of the event. You can purchase tickets online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/164410 You can also purchase tickets in person during normal business hours at the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce (1210 W. Rosedale) or the Rogers Park Business Alliance (1448 W. Morse). You can visit www.edgewater.org/taste for additional information.

5757 N Ridge

Multiple readers have asked us what is going on with the unique building on the northeast corner of Ridge & Glenwood (pictured above) which at one point was an auto body shop. The local block club informed us that the building was supposed to become a sculpture gallery, but as with many developments during these economic times there has not been much activity/progress as of late. We're curious if anyone knows anything further??

Bark Bark Club turns 10

From the Bark Bark Club: TEN Year Anniversary Celebration! 10 Years = 10 Days of 10% Savings THANK YOU for all of your support over the last 10 years We LOVE all of our four-legged and two-legged customers!

We would like to show our appreciation by offering 10 days of savings: from April 11 through April 20 recieve 10% off any PRE-PAID service (grooming/boarding/daycare packages/dog walks/cat visits)

FREE 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SERVICE FOR YOUR DOG OR CAT: MENTION THIS EMAIL AND RECIEVE A FREE NAIL TRIM WHEN YOU STOP BY THE GROOM SHOP OR THE DAYCARE CENTER WITH YOUR PET APRIL 11 THROUGH APRIL 20

For details contact us at: www.barkbarkclub@gmail.com 773.878.7233 or 773.989.8807

Benefit for Uptown's Preston Bradley Center

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Mayor Daley's farewell tour stops in Edgewater

This past Saturday morning, I had the chance to stop by Bromann Park at Broadway and Balmoral for Neighborhood Appreciation Day. I arrived about 10:30, and the Mayor was fashionably (?) about 45 minutes late. I would estimate around 75-100 people were there in anticipation of hearing the Daley speak Daley appeared rather suddenly, being whisked out of the back seat of a black Ford Crown Victoria. In the above photo, he's greeting outgoing Alderman Mary Ann Smith. Shortly after, he took to a podium staged in the center of the park.


Daley began by thanking Carol Ronen, the 48th Ward Democratic Party Committeewoman. He went on to extoll Edgewater's diverse population, and stressed that Chicago is a city for families. He mentioned the time he spent in China, and what he had learned by observing Chinese school environments. He touched on the benefit of the lake's proximity to the city, and referred to it as a "sacred treasure." Next up was a brief discussion of TIFs, which can be a polarizing topic to say the least. Daley focused on the positive aspects of TIFs, reminding the crowd that the building of playgrounds are often funded by TIF, as are the renovations of police and fire stations. He described TIFs as the city's last econonic tool, and that we should take advantage of them. Next up he mentioned the Broadway Armory, and what a great asset it is for the neighborhood. Rickover Academy at Senn High School was also mentioned, and Daley touched on the initially controversial decision to bring it to Edgewater. Rickover is now nationally acclaimed, and Daley seemed proud of the Academy's accomplishments.


Daley closed by saying that he has absolutely no regrets, and has loved every minute of being Mayor. His closing remark was that it has been a great honor and privilege to serve the city.

Brackett & Co. moving to Lakeview

(photo courtesy of Racked Chicago)

Brackett & Company, a small home accents store located at 5405 N Clark, closed its doors yesterday and plans to reopen in a "better location" at Diversey and Halsted according to Racked Chicago. The company also has a location in Douglas, MI and soon hopes to open up in Saugatuck, MI as well.

Abandoned police station to house Griffin Theatre Company

The City of Chicago has agreed to sell the abandoned police station at Foster and Damen to Griffin Theatre for one dollar according to this article from WBEZ95.1. Griffin previously called Andersonville home before being priced out of the neighborhood and has since set up shop in Lakeview. The move back to the Bowmanville neighborhood of Edgewater will bring the total number of local theaters to five.

Thuggin' on Thorndale

From the Chicago News Report:

"Police were called to a North Side Chicago business after customers were reportedly harassed by men engaged in alleged illegal activities. The incident occurred (yesterday) around 6 p.m. at 1100 West Thorndale Avenue, near Thorndale and Winthrop in the Edgewater neighborhood. The address belongs to a business called T’s Piasan’s Pizza and Grill. According to several 911 callers, a group of men, whose ages and races were not disclosed, were harassing citizens and selling drugs in front of the North Side business. As of 6:25 p.m., it’s unclear if any arrests were made, or if police made contact with the suspects."

Urbanest closing, moving to online business

Andersonville furniture & accessories store Urbanest (5212 N Clark) is closing the doors of their storefront and moving the business to an online store format. Currently everything in the store is 20-40% off.

Easter egg hunt

The Edgewater Baptist Church at 1401 W Hollywood will be hosting a community Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 23 from 9-11AM. All families are welcome.

Daley in Edgewater tomorrow

Mayor Daley will be at Bromann Playlot (5400 N Broadway) tomorrow morning at 10:30AM as part of his "Neighborhood Appreciation Tour." Joining him will be Alderman Smith, Alderman-elect Osterman and others. We hope that no one is injured trying to cross Broadway to get to the event at this dangerous intersection that badly needs a stop sign!

Soo's Cleaners closes - Berwyn station improvements coming?

Soo's Cleaners, located under the Berwyn Red Line station, has abruptly closed, but according to the note above, they will reopen shortly. We're not sure if the "construction" mentioned is related to their space or the entire station of the Chicago Transit Authority.

It could just be a coincidence, but the Chicago Tribune earlier this week reported that the CTA is revamping retail at "L" stations. When we read the article we figured the focus would be on the many empty retail spaces, but we could be wrong.

North Lake Shore Earth Day

Loyola University Chicago invites you to....

The North Lake Shore Earth Day 2011:

Saving Green Together

Saving Money and Saving Greenspace

Saturday, April 16, 2011
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Quinlan Life Sciences Building
1050 W. Sheridan Rd.

This event is hosted by Loyola University Chicago and leading organizations in the communities of Edgewater/Andersonville, Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, Rogers Park, and Uptown.

North Lake Shore Earth Day celebrates green initiatives happening in the north side communities of Chicago.

This gathering provides an opportunity for community members to learn more about global and local environmental issues such as clean air and energy alternatives, as well as greening one's home and business.

Click here to become a sponsor!

Alderman Smith's office closing May 1

(photo from Google Street View)

From the Alderman's office: "Alderman Smith's office will be closing May 1 to allow for the transition before Alderman-elect Harry Osterman takes office on May 16. During this time, we will be closing out projects and doing final cleanup. We request that you submit any permit, block party or garage sale requests, or other City business, by April 25 so we can be sure your needs are taken care of before we leave office."