41st Ward Newsletter 7/22/2011 New Bike Lanes on Northwest Highway & Other News

 
The National Weather Service in Chicago expects the hot and humid temperatures to remain in Chicago until Sunday. During this time, high temperatures are expected to remain in the 80s and 90s, including at night. Heat Indices of around 105 degrees are possible each day through Sunday, and an Excessive Heat Warning will be in effect from Wednesday morning through early Friday morning. The Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) wants to remind everyone to be aware of extreme temperatures and to take the necessary precautions to avoid heat-related emergencies. Everyone is reminded to take the following steps to minimize the impact of hot weather:

* Drink plenty of water, at least eight glasses a day.
* Avoid going out in the heat during the hottest part of the day.
* Prepare for hot weather, especially if participating in or attending outdoor activities.
* Public buildings such as Libraries, Park District facilities and Chicago police district headquarters can be used as temporary cooling centers. Call 3-1-1 to receive the address of the nearest temporary cooling center.
* Check on the well being of neighbors and relatives who may be susceptible to hot weather conditions. Call 3-1-1 to request a well being check or a ride to a cooling center.
* Open fire hydrants are a public safety issue because it drops water pressure in the area and prevents firefighters from being able to use them to fight a fire. The water stream from an open hydrant also creates a potentially hazardous situation for small children, especially when cars are present.
* Com Ed has additional crews on stand by to quickly respond to power outages. Customers should call 1-800-EDISON-1 to report outages immediately.

The City will continue to work closely with the National Weather Service to monitor local conditions. The City's Emergency Operations Center has not been activated at this point, but we are ready to do so if necessary. For more information, or to sign up for extreme weather alerts, please visit
http://www.alertchicago.com/
or view the OEMC's Facebook Page.
Follow-up Links 

http://www.alertchicago.com/ 

http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/

http://www.edgebrookchamber.com/

www.chicagobikes.org/

http://www.ward41.com/  

http://www.cityofchicago.org/ 



Dear ______________,

After several weeks of construction,
street resurfacing along Northwest Highway is finally nearing completion.

I am now pleased to announce that the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) will be installing bike lanes on Northwest Highway between Nagle and Harlem and marked shared lines between Harlem and Oketo.


The installation of these bike lanes and marked shared lanes will not affect motor vehicle travel, turning or parking lanes. These bikeways will organize traffic and improve safety conditions for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists.

Riding a bicycle can be a healthy and cheaper alternative to driving an automobile, but it's important to remember that cyclists have a responsibility to observe and respect the rules of the road. Please visit http://www.chicagobikes.org/ for more information about cycling in the City of Chicago and what you can do to stay safe.

 I  also want to thank you for your continued patience and understanding during this latest round of violent thunderstorms. The damage done by these storms temporarily delayed the implemenation of some city services. We regret any incovenience this may have caused you.
Sincerely,
Mary O'Connor
Alderman 41st Ward

P.S.


Make sure to visit any one of the exciting events planned throughout the ward this summer! For more information, visit our ward office at 6107 N. Northwest Highway.


Edgebrook Summer Festival

When: Friday, July 22 (5:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
Saturday, July 23 (11:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Where: 6400 N. Kinzua Ave
This year's Edgebrook Summer Festival will feature live music from local bands, a beer garden, a food court, a Kids Corner sponsored by Swedish Covenant Hospital, and lots of artisans and crafters.

Movies in the Parks
The Sandlot
When: Saturday, July 23 (Dusk- Approx. 8:00 PM)
Where: Norwood Park- 5801 N. Natoma Ave
Grab a blanket & picnic basket and join us for a FREE movie in the park. For more information call the Movies in the Park hotline at 312-742-1134 or visit http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/

National Night Out
When: Tuesday, August 2nd
Where: Norwood Park- 5801 N. Natoma Ave
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Residents are invited to join Alderman O'Connor, the 16th District Police and the Chicago Park District for "National Night Out." Join concerned citizens everywhere to celebrate the idea of police and community working together to make our homes, streets, schools and parks safe and enjoyable for all! This event will include an antique car show, giveaways, food for purchase, face painting, family swim and more.

Cell Phones for Soldiers
It is important to recognize the service and sacrifice of our troops and their families every day. That is why I am asking residents from the 41st Ward to participate in a cell phone collection drive coordinated by the AT&T Pioneers in support of the charity Cell Phone for Soldiers. This nonprofit organization uses funds from recycled cell phone to purchase prepaid phone cards for active duty military members in order to give them an affordable way to connect with their families. For more information, please contact the 41st Ward office at (773) 594-8341 or email at ward41@cityofchicago.org



 

41st Ward Office
 6107 N. Northwest Highway
Chicago, IL 60631
(Phone) 773-594-8341
(Fax) 773-594-8345
(Email) ward41@cityofchicago.org
http://www.ward41.com/