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Ashland, Rogers, and Birchwood Intersection Redesign 2024 Recap Last year, work began on an arterial resurfacing project that spanned Rogers Avenue from Touhy to Greenview which includes resurfacing the street, curb and gutter work, ADA ramps, crosswalks and street markings, and the redesign of the Rogers/Ashland/Birchwood intersection. On May 21st, 2024, Alderwoman Hadden hosted a community meeting on-site to discuss final improvements to the Rogers/Ashland/Birchwood intersection. From the feedback our office received, the intersection will include closing the section of Birchwood between Rogers and Ashland, new sidewalks, pavers, trees, and a refurbished World War I memorial to Joyce Kilmer. Starting the first week of April in 2025, construction began. During construction, a detour will be set in place for north-bound Ashland, north-bound Rogers, and west-bound Birchwood. This detour will be in effect for the full depth pavement replacement, catch basin work, and ADA work. 2025 Construction After the road has been replaced, temporary "No Parking" signs will be periodically installed as required for paving the final layer of asphalt and striping activities. These temporary signs will restrict parking during working hours, while adhering to rush hour restrictions, for the completion of the work. Below is a diagram showing the parking restrictions that will be in place; purple indicates where the road will be closed at, yellow indicates where parking restrictions already exist, and red indicates where parking will be restricted during construction. All work on this project is tentatively scheduled to be completed May 30th, 2025 pending no delays. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our office at Office@49thward.org or calling 773-338-5796.

Business & Development Our office is dedicated to promoting new business and development in the 49th Ward. Please see click on one of the projects listed below for specific information pertaining to that business or development. If you have any questions, our staff can always be reached by emailing office@49thWard.org or calling (773) 338-5796 . Available Retail Space Building Permits Business Workshops Current Development Proposals Liquor Moratorium Process Loading/Standing Zones Past Development Decisions Public Way Use & Sidewalk Cafes Rogers Park Business Alliance Street Light Pole Banners Zoning Changes

Pratt Avenue Resurfacing Winter '24 - Spring '25 Timeline Neighbors, we have exciting news to share. This week, our office received notification from CDOT & contractors that Pratt Avenue from N. Western Ave. to N. Sheridan Rd. will be resurfaced beginning this year (during the winter of 2024), with a majority of the work scheduled for next year, spring 2025. Crews are tentatively scheduled to break ground beginning the week of November 25th, weather permitting. The work scheduled for this winter includes pavement patching, ADA sidewalk improvements, curb and gutter removal and replacement as needed for ADA and drainage compliance. To be clear, Pratt Avenue will not be ground and resurfaced this year. Only the above improvements will be made in winter 2025. The rest of the work including milling and paving the existing asphalt pavement, concrete bus pads, bike medians, and striping will be completed next spring. During construction, temporary “No Parking” signs will be periodically installed as required for each activity. These temporary signs will restrict parking during working hours for the completion of the work. The first phase of work (concrete work, ADA installation, and pothole filling) on Pratt Avenue is scheduled to be completed by December 31, 2024. We are looking forward to this stretch of Pratt receiving some much-needed attention. Last week, Alderwoman Hadden met with CDOT representatives for a walk-through of Pratt Avenue to bring to crews' attention specific potholes and areas in need of fixing. Our office has been assured by CDOT that they will prioritize these locations per Alderwoman Hadden's instruction. If you have any questions about the scope or duration of this project, please reach out to the office via email at office@49thward.org or call 773-33-5796.

Block Parties Block Parties allow neighbors to close residential streets that they live on to hold community-building and recreational events with their immediate neighbors. Organizations looking to host events or those looking to close arterial streets should apply for an outdoor special event permit instead. In order to host a block party, you must obtain a permit from the Department of Transportation to close your street. Street closures can occur from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the day of your event. Applications can be obtained from our office. Once the application is completed. please return it to our office for processing. If this is your first time applying for a block party, our office asks that you communicate with your neighbors for support of the event. A house meeting to discuss dates & times is also highly recommended. We encourage you to submit your application at least 30 days in advance. Please be advised that neighbors are responsible for providing their own barricades for their events and must maintain a 10-foot minimum lane at all times to ensure emergency vehicles have clear access. The 49th Ward office is happy to provide non-enforceable "No Parking" signs to block party organizers. These signs must be hung up at least 48-hours in advance of the event. Since the signs are not enforceable, vehicles that remain parked will not be ticketed. CDOT Rules Regarding Block Party Permits Block Party Forms & Applications

Water & Sewer Main Projects Top Current Projects: PN7439 Completed Projects: PN7155 PN7342 Current Projects Sewer Improvement Project Slated to Begin Early 2023 (PN7439) PN7439 Through the Building a New Chicago infrastructure improvement program, the Department of Water Management (DWM) is installing a new sewer in the 49th Ward. Scheduled to begin in early 2023, DWM's private contractor will begin to install a new mainline sewer, structures, and pavement in the following areas: On Greenview from 330 feet north of Rogers to Rogers On Greenview from Howard to Birchwood On Rogers from Greenview to Ashland On Birchwood from 300 ft east of Greenview to Greenview Crews will work in phases through the footprint of the project, only shifting to a new area after replacing the sewer main along a separate leg of the project. Crews plan on starting the work on Rogers between Rogers and Greenview. Once the temporary concrete sewer trench is poured on Rogers, crews will then transition to the Greenview and Birchwood legs of the project. Construction crews have begun preparing the site for the sewer installation already, including marking the location for utility lines. Residents may start to notice construction equipment and materials placed in the area ahead of the project start date. As construction is underway, crews may close the streets to through traffic for safety reasons. Local traffic for area residents and business owners will be allowed in the area of construction. Throughout the project, crews will post "No Parking" signs as needed during work hours (generally 7 am - 4 pm). Crews will work to preserve as much parking as possible. "No Parking" signs will only be posted where crews are actively working and the parking restrictions will move along as the crew makes progress in the project. Once the pipe has been installed, the street will be temporarily restored with a concrete trench until they are able to completely restore the street with new ashpalt. ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps will be repaired or installed where needed, along with repairs to damaged parkways and sidewalks. The final restoration of the street will include milling the surfacing, placing new asphalt, and prepainting the street markings. The project will not be considered complete until damaged sidewalks, parkways, and streets have been repaired. Inclement weather and unexpected underground conditions may cause delays to the project. Asphalt plants also close in the winter, which can create delays to the final restoration of the street. Before the project starts, the Department of Water Management will take photographs of the streets and the surrounding properties. These photographs help them restore the area to its preconstruction state. DWM does not assume, however, responsibility for damage to privately installed parkway improvements, including sprinkler systems, fences, flower beds, and shrubbery. To receive updates about the project, visit BuildingANewChicago.org to register for notifications. You will need to enter your name, email address, and project identification number (PN7439) to sign up. The 49th Ward has also compiled a list of FAQs that residents may review by clicking here . Register for DWM Notifications PN7439 FAQ PN7439 Updates Back to top Sewer Improvement Project Slated to Begin Early 2023 (PN7342) PN7342 Through the Building a New Chicago infrastructure improvement program, the Department of Water Management (DWM) is installing a new sewer in parts of the 48th and 49th Wards. As of February 16, DWM crews began pre-construction for the sewer main replacement project. Work is beginning on Highland Avenue in the 48th Ward and will transition to parts of the 49th Ward upon completion (likely early to mid-February). DWM will begin to install a new mainline sewer, structures, and pavement in the following areas: Highland Avenue from Greenview to Clark (48th Ward); Magnolia from 430' north of Devon to 300' south; Lakewood from 430' north of Devon to 300'south; and Wayne from 430' north of Devon to 30' south Crews will work in phases through the footprint of the project, only shifting to a new area after replacing the sewer main along a different leg of the project. Crews plan on starting the work on Highland between Greenview and Clark in the 48th Ward (not pictured in the footprint map below). Once the temporary concrete sewer trench is poured on Highland, crews will transition to the Magnolia, Lakewood, and Wayne legs of the project in the 49th Ward. Construction crews have begun preparing the site for the sewer installation already, including marking the location for utility lines. Residents may start to notice construction equipment and materials placed in the area ahead of the project start date. As construction is underway, crews may close the streets to through traffic for safety reasons. Local traffic for area residents and business owners will be allowed in the area of construction. Throughout the project, crews will post "No Parking" signs as needed during work hours (generally 7 am - 4 pm). Crews will work to preserve as much parking as possible. "No Parking" signs will only be posted where crews are actively working and the parking restrictions will move along as the crew makes progress in the project. Once the pipe has been installed, the street will be temporarily restored with a concrete trench until they are able to completely restore the street with new asphalt. ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps will be repaired or installed where needed, along with repairs to damaged parkways and sidewalks. The final restoration of the street will include milling the surfacing, placing new asphalt, and prepainting the street markings. The project will not be considered complete until damaged sidewalks, parkways, and streets have been repaired. Inclement weather and unexpected underground conditions may cause delays to the project. Asphalt plants also close in the winter, which can create delays to the final restoration of the street. Before the project starts, the Department of Water Management will take photographs of the streets and the surrounding properties. These photographs help them restore the area to its preconstruction state. DWM does not assume, however, responsibility for damage to privately installed parkway improvements, including sprinkler systems, fences, flower beds, and shrubbery. To receive updates about the project, visit BuildingANewChicago.org to register for notifications. You will need to enter your name, email address, and project identification number (7342) to sign up. The 49th Ward has also compiled a list of FAQs that residents may review by clicking here . Register for Notifications PN7342 FAQ PN7342 Updates Back to top Completed Projects Sewer Improvement Project Slated to Begin June 1, 2021 (PN7155) PN7155 Beginning June 1, 2021, the Department of Water Management's private contractor will begin work to install a new mainline sewer, structures, and pavement in the following areas: Morse from Bell to Hamilton Hamilton from Farwell to Lunt Lunt from Bell to Oakley Farwell from Ridge to the alley west Farwell from Wolcott to the alley west Farwell from Wolcott to Ravenswood Morse from Wolcott to the alley west Lunt from Wolcott to the alley west Greenleaf from Wolcott to the alley west Estes from Wolcott to Ravenswood Estes from Damen to the alley west As construction is underway, crews may close the streets to through traffic for safety reasons. Local traffic for area residents and business owners will be allowed in the area of construction. Throughout the project, crews will post "No Parking" signs as needed during work hours (generally 7 am - 4 pm). Crews will work to preserve as much parking as possible. "No Parking" signs will only be posted where crews are actively working and the parking restrictions will move along as the crew makes progress in the project. Before the project starts, the Department of Water Management will take photographs of the streets and the surrounding properties. These photographs help them restore the area to its preconstruction state. DWM does not assume, however, responsibility for damage to privately installed parkway improvements, including sprinkler systems, fences, flower beds and shrubbery. The project will not be considered complete until damaged sidewalks, parkways and streets have been repaired. To receive updates about the project, visit BuildingANewChicago.org to register for notifications. You will need to enter your name, email address, and project identification number (PN 7155) to sign up. The sewer main replacement in these areas is projected to be completed at the end of June 2022. Back to top

Zoning Change Requests One of the biggest concerns individuals have vocalized in the 49th Ward is a lack of a coherent plan for the development in the 49th Ward. Currently, development seems to be something that is just allowed to happen to us and community input, when allowed for, is often at the end of a decision-making process. Alderwoman Hadden wants to work with community residents to ensure that we truly have a transparent, community-driven zoning process. Additionally, she wants the community to collaborate with local builders and developers to determine what we want to see in the ward in the next 5, 10, and 15 years. Community driven zoning has worked in other wards and will work here as well. Zoning Change Process Zoning Change Packet

Property owners in Cook County may have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of property tax exemptions, resulting in savings on their property tax bill. Savings from these exemptions appear as deductions on the second installment property tax bills mailed in the summer. Residents applying for the Homeowner Exemption, the Senior Citizen Exemption, the Senior Freeze Exemption, and the Home Improvement Exemption must apply annually to receive the deduction on their property tax bills. The Cook County Assessor's Office has streamlined the application process, moving applications online into a singular form. Additionally, many exemptions will automatically renew this year due to COVID-19. Homeowners can check the Cook County Portal website and review their Exemption History and Status to determine which expressions they received last year and if they will auto-renew thisyear. Property Tax Exemptions PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION APPLICATIONS HOMEOWNER EXEMPTION Residents are eligible to receive the Homeowner Exemption if they own or have a lease or contract which makes them responsible for the real estate taxes of the residential property. In addition, it must also be used as their principal place of residence for the property tax year in question. If the resident purchased a newly constructed home that was not ready for occupancy until sometime after January 1 of the tax year, the exemption will be prorated. SENIOR CITIZEN EXEMPTION To qualify for the Senior Citizen Exemption , the property owner must: be 65 years or older during the tax year for which they are applying; own the property or have a lease contract which makes them responsible for the real estate taxes; and used the property as their principal place of residence for the tax year. If the applicant has moved or plans to move in the future, they may be entitled to a prorated Senior Citizen Exemption, based on the time of occupancy. To apply for a prorated Senior Citizen Exemption, the applicant must submit a Senior Citizen Exemption application form; closing or settlement statement; copy of a recent property tax bill; and copy of proof of age and residency. SENIOR FREEZE EXEMPTION To qualify for the Senior Freeze Exemption for Tax Year 2021, the taxpayer must: be 65 years or older during the tax year for which they are applying; have a total household income of $65,000 or less for [income] Tax Year 2020; have owned the property or had a legal, equitable, or leasehold interested in the property on January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2021; have used the property as their principal place of residence as of January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2021; and been liable for payment of 2020 and 2021property taxes Those who don’t qualify for the Senior Freeze Exemption because they exceed the income level may still be eligible for the Senior Exemption. The Senior Exemption has no income restrictions. Seniors receiving the Senior Citizen Exemption will automatically receive the Homeowner Exemption. Seniors receiving the Senior Freeze Exemption automatically receive both the Homeowner and Senior Citizen Exemptions. Eligible seniors who never applied for the Senior and/or Senior Freeze Exemption in the past may visit the Assessor’s website and download an application or contact the Assessor’s Office at (312) 443-7550 and request a form be mailed to them. Applications for the Homeowner Exemption and additional exemptions are also available online . DISABLED VETERANS HOMEOWNER EXEMPTION Veterans with a service-connected disability, as certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, are eligible to receive an annual exemption. To qualify, the veteran must be: an Illinois resident who served as a member of the United States Armed Forces on active duty to State active duty, a member of the Illinois National Guard or U.S. Reserve Forces and has been honorably discharged; have at least a 30% service connected disability certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; own and occupy the property as the primary residence during the tax year in question; have a total Equalized Assessed Value (EAV) of less than $250,000 for the primary residence, excluding the EAV of property used for commercial purposes or rented for more than six (6) months; and apply for the exemption each tax year A non-remarried surviving spouse of a disabled veteran may continue to receive this exemption if the same primary residence remains for the surviving spouse. Additionally, the non-remarried surviving spouse may transfer the exemption amount (or less) to a new primary residence. The Disabled Veterans Homeowner Exemption is administered through the Illinois Department of Veteran’s Affairs. They can be reached at 312-814-2460. HOME IMPROVEMENT EXEMPTION The Home Improvement Exemption allows the property owner to increase the value of their home with up to $75,000 worth of improvements without having their property taxes increase for at least four years. The exemption is available to owners of single-family homes, condominiums, cooperatives, and apartment buildings with up to six units. The exemption will automatically be received based on field checks for building permits conducted by the Cook County Assessor’s office. The Cook County Assessor will send a notice to property owners after they complete the check.

Lead Service Line Replacement Program The City of Chicago has a new program that will replace lead service lines completely free for homeowners who qualify. You may be eligible for the Equity Lead Service Line Replacement Program if you: Live in a two-flat or house that you own. Have a household income of $74,550 or less for a family of four. Have children 18 or under living with you OR have elevated lead levels in your drinking water as determined by testing done by the Chicago Department of Water Management. If you have questions about the program or would like to apply, call 312.742.2406 or visit www.LeadSafeChicago.org . Water Test Kit If you are concerned about the potential of elevated lead levels in your home’s water, you may wish to have your water tested. The test kit consists of three bottles, a mailing box, and instructions. Follow the instructions included in your kit for collecting water samples in your home, put the bottles in the shipping box and place it in a location (such as the entryway or front door) for pick up by Department of Water Management (DWM) staff. If you would prefer to schedule a time for a DWM representative to come to your home to take water samples, keep in mind that this appointment must be scheduled for a time when you are home and you have not used your water for over 6 hours. Please call 311 or fill out the form online and a representative will reach out to you to schedule a visit. More information on water test kits is available on the Department of Water Management’s website . Additional information: Flushing The Water in Your Home DWM’s Water Quality FAQ Department of Public Health's Lead Poisoning Protection Page

Glenwood Commuter Safety Glenwood Commuter Safety Feedback Results On March 9, the 49th Ward office hosted a town hall meeting where we discussed a proposal to modify the traffic to flow one-way northbound on Glenwood between Pratt and Devon. A recording of that meeting is available to view by clicking here . Since Alderwoman Hadden first entered office in 2019, residents have consistently reached out with concerns about this particular stretch of Glenwood. The street is nestled in a dense area with many pedestrians. The heavy foot traffic combined with the existing bike lanes and two-way vehicular traffic on a narrow residential street has created unsafe conditions. In 2021, our office convened a community meeting with neighbors and residents to discuss the issue further. The objective of the meeting was to take a broader look at this stretch of Glenwood and see how we can improve safety for all users (motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians). After soliciting feedback from area residents, CDOT conducted a traffic study for this stretch of Glenwood. Upon the conclusion of that study, they recommended modifying traffic to flow one-way northbound on Glenwood between Pratt and Devon. The northbound direction was determined by conversations with first responders who indicated that they needed it to remain northbound for their vehicles in the event of an emergency. Additionally, the proposal calls to keep the existing bike lanes, which connect to a greenway both north and south of this stretch. The proposal calls for no elimination of parking. A copy of the traffic study is available to review by clicking here . After our community meeting, we asked commuters of all types to share their feedback and ideas on how to improve commuter safety along this stretch of Glenwood. For the open-ended questions, a plurality (48.9%) of respondents expressed they liked the proposal in its current form and didn't have additional feedback to provide. Of the 331 respondents, only 8% responded that the proposal shouldn't be pursued and that no changes should be made to adjacent streets. 9% of respondents said they had no feedback to offer or didn't respond at all to the open-ended questions. Others made recommendations to enhance pedestrian and bike safety, with suggestions ranging from raised crosswalks to closing streets to vehicular traffic. Respondents also made suggestions on what traffic safety measures and signage can be installed on adjacent blocks to improve safety and help motorists navigate the area. PDF of Infographic View Traffic Study Infografía en Español Estudio de Tráfico en Español Share Your Feedback on the Proposal to Improve Commuter Safety on Glenwood Avenue On March 9, the 49th Ward office hosted a town hall meeting where we discussed a proposal to modify the traffic to flow one-way northbound on Glenwood between Pratt and Devon. A recording of that meeting is available to view by clicking here . Since Alderwoman Hadden first entered office in 2019, residents have consistently reached out with concerns about this particular stretch of Glenwood. The street is nestled in a dense area with many pedestrians. The heavy foot traffic combined with the existing bike lanes and two-way vehicular traffic on a narrow residential street has created unsafe conditions. In 2021, our office convened a community meeting with neighbors and residents to discuss the issue further. The objective of the meeting was to take a broader look at this stretch of Glenwood and see how we can improve safety for all users (motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians). After soliciting feedback from area residents, CDOT conducted a traffic study for this stretch of Glenwood. Upon the conclusion of that study, they recommended modifying traffic to flow one-way northbound on Glenwood between Pratt and Devon. The northbound direction was determined by conversations with first responders who indicated that they needed it to remain northbound for their vehicles in the event of an emergency. Additionally, the proposal calls to keep the existing bike lanes, which connect to a greenway both north and south of this stretch. The proposal calls for no elimination of parking. Our office is seeking feedback and suggestions on the plans. Please take a moment to complete a short online survey to share your experiences and ideas. The survey can be completed at bit.ly/GlenwoodFeedback . The feedback form will close on March 20. 49th Ward Town Hall March 9 Join Alderwoman Hadden and the 49th Ward team for the monthly virtual town hall on Wednesday, March 9, at 6 pm. Attendees will hear important updates for the ward and the city including updates on the CDOT review of resident requests to turn Glenwood between Devon and Pratt, into a one-way northbound street. We will also have guests, Jessica Trejo and Sandra Arellano, from Illinois Masonic Medical Center join us to discuss early breast cancer detection. These meetings now take place on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 pm. Register to attend the meeting by visiting bit.ly/2022TownHalls . Spanish translation will be available. Community Meeting on Glenwood Avenue Traffic Safety Join Alderwoman Hadden and representatives from the Chicago Department of Transportation to share ideas on what traffic safety improvements you'd like to see on Glenwood from Devon to Pratt. The meeting will take place on Monday, July 26, at 5 pm. Those interested in joining should meet near the parking lot at the corner of Glenwood and Arthur.

Community Assets A JUST HARVEST A Just Harvest’s mission is to fight poverty and hunger in the Rogers Park and greater Chicago community by providing nutritious meals daily while cultivating community and economic development and organizing across racial, cultural and socioeconomic lines in order to create a more just society. ANIXTER CENTER Continually operating since 1919, the Anixter Center serves people with disabilities, behavioral health needs, and those who are Deaf, DeafBlind, or Hard of Hearing through a variety of programs. These programs include day services, residential services, and employment services for these populations. To find out more, please vist their website at anixter.org . C24/7 C24/7 is a faith-based non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and young adults in the North of Howard neighborhood by providing the necessary tools, security and environment for them to thrive economically, socially and spiritually. They provide after school programming, job development services, and community outreach to support some of Rogers Park's most vulnerable residents. To learn more, please visit their website at c247fam.org. CARE FOR REAL Established in 1970, Care for Real provides food for our neighbors, serving more than 1.25 million meals a year. In addition to their food pantry, they also operate a free clothes closet, a pet food pantry and support services. To learn more, please visit their website at careforreal.org . CENTRO ROMERO For over 35 years, Centro Romero has been a community-based organization that serves the refugee immigrant population on the northeast side of Chicago, including the 49th Ward, aiming to bridge a disenfranchised community of immigrants and refugees into mainstream American society as well as improving their opportunity for upward social mobility. Their programs include the Youth Learning and Leadership Program, Family Services (encapsulating the Domestic Violence Prevention Program, the Public Benefits Program, and the New Americans Initiative), Adult Education, and Legal Services. To learn more, please visit their website at centroromero.org . CIRCLES & CIPHERS Circles & Ciphers is a hip-hop infused restorative justice organization led by and for young people impacted by violence. Through art-based peace circles, education, and direct action they work to collectively heal and to bring about the abolition of the prison-industrial complex. Programming includes six different peace circles centered around different populations, locations, and styles. To learn more, please visit their website at circlesandciphers.org . FAMILY MATTERS Family Matters partners with youth and families in northeast Chicago to address and overcome structural racism and systemic oppression to build an equitable society and to facilitate both personal and collective justice. Programming includes teen and family groups as well as one-on-one mentoring and leadership and personal development services. To learn more, please visit their website at familymatterschicago.org . GIRL FORWARD GirlForward serves girls ages 14-21 in grades 9-12 who identify as refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers. They support this population through three core programs -- their Mentoring Program, Education Program, and Safe Spaces Program. To learn more, please visit their website at girlforward.org . GOOD NEWS PARTNERS Good News Partners has a mission to end homelessness and hopelessness, to foster justice, and build bridges of reconciliation. HEARTLAND ALLIANCE Tracing it's history back to Jane Addams in the late 1800's, the Heartland Alliance is the midwest's leading anti-poverty organization, and works in communities in the U.S. and abroad to serve those who are homeless, living in poverty, or seeking safety. They operate a variety of programs and services to support vulnerable populations. To learm more, please vist their website at heartlandalliance.org . HEARTLAND HEALTH CENTERS Heartland Health Centers is a federally qualified health center with 17 locations serving Chicago’s north side and nearby suburbs. As a medical home, HHC ensures comprehensive, affordable, quality, safe, and coordinated health care that is culturally competent and orientated to addressing health care needs. To learn more, please visit their website at heartlandhealthcenters.org . HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN Housing Opportunities for Women (HOW) works to empower individuals and families to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness. HOW provides access to stable and affordable housing through the creation and maintenance of housing units for households who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Programs include Affordable Supportive Housing and Supportive Services. To learn more, please visit their website at how-inc.org . HOWARD AREA COMMUNITY CENTER Howard Area Community Center is a social service agency that provides affordable and free education, employment, and health assistance programs for the greater Rogers Park area. Many of HACC’s services are life-sustaining. Individuals and families set their own goals, and HACC is here to lend a helping hand along their journey to success. LEEDA Leeda Services Of Illinois, Inc. is a health care organization in Chicago that provides community and behavioral health services. Their phone number is ( 773) 274-9760 and they're located at 1 607 W Howard St Unit 400 Chicago, IL 60626-1675. MADONNA MISSION Madonna Mission is a not-for-profit organization providing education and resettlement support programs for refugee individuals and their families in Chicago. Their primary focus is teaching English language and reading skills through ESL classes, after school tutoring, and summer camps. To learn more information, please visit their website at madonnamission.org . NORTHSIDE COMMUNITY RESOURCES Originally founded as Rogers Park Community Council in 1952, Northside Community Resources has been providing social services in Rogers Park and surrounding Northside neighborhoods for over 60 years. Today, our housing, seniors and immigrant services programming reflects a diverse client base, with needs that are equally diverse. ONE NORTHSIDE ONE Northside organizes people from over 100 institutions, as well as individual community residents, from Rogers Park, Edgewater, Uptown, Ravenswood, North Center, Lake View, and Lincoln Park. ONE Northside organizes community residents into Issue Teams including Affordable Housing, Education, Economic Justice, Mental Health Justice, Healthcare, Violence Prevention, and Youth Issues. ONE Northside also collaborates with community partners through the Grow Your Own Teachers and Ceasefire programs. To learn more, onenorthside.org . PACCT PACTT's mission is to assist individuals with autism in becoming as independent as possible with the ability to integrate effectively into their homes and community. PACTT offers several programs, including Schol & Transition, Residental, and Adult Vocational Programs. To Learn more, please visit their website at pactt.org . REDWOOD LITERACY Redwood Literacy's mission is that all students with literacy struggles can access their dreams. By cultivating hope and restoring confidence, Redwood Literacy helps students dramatically improve their literacy skills regardless of socio-economic background or learning differences. To learn more, please visit their website at redwoodliteracy.com . A SAFE HAVEN A Safe Haven provides pathways to recovery from substance abuse, economic and housing challenges. They provide each individual a case manager to coordinate a multi-faceted team of professionals who work together to help identify individual or complex root causes of their crisis situation. They address a variety of social issues and serve a diverse array of populations. To learn more, please visit their website at asafehaven.org . THE NIGHT MINISTRY The Night Ministry is a Chicago-based organization that works to provide housing, health care and human connection to members of our community struggling with poverty or homelessness. To learn more about their programs, visit their website at thenightministry.org . THRESHOLDS Thresholds provides services and resources for persons with serious mental illnesses and substance use disorders in Illinois. They work with many populations, including youth and young adults, veterans, young mothers, deaf, and individuals experiencing homelessness, and others. Thersholds offers a diverse range of programs for these populations, and you can learn more at their website at thresholds.org . TRILOGY Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare is a private not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization with nearly 50 years of experience serving people with serious mental illness in the City of Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. Trilogy’s mission is to support people in their recovery from mental illness by helping them discover and reclaim their capabilities, life direction and well-being. They provide a variety of programs to support individuals with serious mental illness, and you can learn more at trilogyinc.org . UNITED CHURCH OF ROGERS PARK The United Church of Rogers Park is a United Methodist Church located at Ashland and Morse. UCRP runs the New to You thrift store as well as a weekly Community Feast, where all those in need get a free nuturious meal. To learn more, please visit their website at ucrogerspark.or g .