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| Alderman
Tom Tunney |
November
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Dear Neighbors,
I want to address the recent violent crime within
our community.
Safety is a top
concern of our office. I am in continual contact
with Commander John Kenny in the 19th District to follow
up on the investigation.
I have requested
increased foot and bike patrols between the hours of
11pm - 5am on our commercial and residential
streets. I also recently walked a midnight shift
with Police Superintendent Jody Weis to illustrate the
need for more resources in the 44th Ward. A plan
of action is in the works.
I will follow up as we
have more information.
Sincerely,
Alderman Tom
Tunney
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Safety
in the 44th Ward
Due to recent
robberies, the Chicago Police Department is alerting the
residents of the Lakeview area to be cautious as you are
travelling to and from
your destinations.
WHAT YOU CAN DO:
· Walk in open areas. If possible, travel
in groups.
· Do not take shortcuts through
alleys or heavily shrouded areas.
· Be aware of
your surroundings at all times.
· If you are out
late at night, limit your use of cell phones and/or
playing devices that would block your ability to hear
your surroundings.
· If you are going to be out
late, try to prepare for your return home: No flashy
large purses or accessories exposed. Try to insure that
you will not be a target simply by what you wear.
· If you have any information concerning your
safety and/or your neighbors contact the Chicago Police
Department with detailed description of offender and
direction of flight.
Area Three
Robbery/Burglary/Theft Crimes Unit: (312) 744-8263
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CAPS
These are the upcoming CAPS (Community
Alternative Policing Strategy) meetings where residents
have the opportunity to talk to the officers who patrol
their neighborhood. Residents are encouraged to bring
questions or concerns regarding safety, quality of life
issues and City services. Beat 1924 - November 18,
6:30pm, Lincoln-Belmont Library (1659 W.
Melrose)Beat
2324 - November 18, 7:00pm, Center on Halsted (3656 N.
Halsted)Beat
2333 - November 19, 7:00pm, Comfort Inn (601 W.
Diversey) To find your beat, please
click here.
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| Addison
Repavement Project
We are nearing the completion of the Addison
Repavement Project, which has provided new road from
Clark to Damen. Crews are finishing up the
remaining bus pads and the project should be complete by
the end of next week. Thank you for your
patience.
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| Brown
Line Task Force Meeting
The Brown Line Task Force will be held on
Tuesday, November 17th at 8:00 am at the 47th Ward
Public Service Office at 4237 N. Lincoln Avenue.
For the last meeting, pastries and coffee will be
catered by Julius Meinl.
If you would like to add
items to the agenda, please email send
to:
robert.rawls@cityofchicago.org.
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| LiHEAP
Program Now Open For Select Customers
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
(LIHEAP) is administered by the Community and Economic
Development Association (CEDA) and helps low-income
customers who need financial assistance in paying their
energy bills. LIHEAP offers grants to help
customers pay outstanding bills, reconnect service and
maintain their home's natural gas service.
They are now accepting applications for
seniors, families with seniors in the household, people
with disabilities and customers with children under five
years of age whose service is currently
disconnected. The program will open to all other
eligible customers on November 1st, 2009.
Customers must have proof of income, a copy of their
utility bill and social security numbers for everyone in
the household.
Please call CEDA's hotline
at 1-800-571-CEDA (2332) or visit their website to find
out if you are eligible, information about how to apply
and the location of the closest LIHEAP application
site.
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