Resources for Immigrants All Chicago residents, regardless of immigration status, can use City services. And every person has legal rights in the United States - including undocumented immigrants. It's important that undocumented immigrants know their rights if ICE comes to their door. Below are some informational materials to help you understand your rights in these situations. Fighting Against Fascist Occupation Download English Guide Haitian Creole Descargar Guía en Español Ukranian Télécharger le Guide en Français Mandarin ICIRR Hotline If you see or experience ICE activity, call the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant & Refugee Rights' (ICIRR) 24-Hour Family Support Hotline: 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY (1-855-435-7693). For more information on ICIRR's hotline go to icirr.org/fsn . Here’s how you can stay informed and help others: Understand ICE Tactics: ICE often carries out operations early in the morning, targeting people as they leave for work or take their children to school. They may also set up traffic stops, visit workplaces, or go to people’s homes. Even if someone is not the primary target, ICE has historically detained others who are present. Know Your Rights: Every person in the U.S. has constitutional protections, and knowing how to exercise those rights can make all the difference in a moment of interaction with ICE: You do NOT have to open your door unless ICE presents a warrant signed by a judge. ICE forms are not signed by judges and do not grant permission to enter your home. If you come into contact with ICE officers, stay calm, do not run, and do not provide information about your immigration status. Do not sign anything you don’t understand, and do not provide false documents. If you are questioned, you can calmly state that you wish to speak with a lawyer before proceeding. Create a Safety Plan: Planning ahead is essential. Make sure your family has emergency contact information, and ensure schools or daycare centers have updated contact details for emergencies Get Prepared! WBEZ put together a helpful article on what Chicago Public Schools, parents or guardians, and students can do, including how to talk to children about the chances of Federal Immigration Officers in Chicago. A reminder that CPS does not allow immigration agents into schools without a warrant. Families can access resources regarding Know Your Rights workshops, legal services, and other information related to the new presidential administration here . Protect RP Protect RP, a volunteer-led mutual aid organization that started during the first Trump administration, is back and helping to keep our neighbors safe and informed. They will be helping to distribute Know Your Rights (KYR) information throughout our ward. If you'd like to get involved with them, please complete this Google form . A volunteer will be in touch with you shortly afterward! Click the dropdown boxes below for more resources! CITYKEY ID Program Mental Health Care Public Safety Additional Resources

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Meet the Team! Maria Hadden (she/her/hers) ALDERWOMAN OF THE 49TH WARD CHAIRWOMAN OF THE COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION & ENERGY Leslie Perkins (she/her/hers) CHIEF OF STAFF & POLICY DIRECTOR CONTACT FOR: Scheduling requests, media inquiries, policy information Shenicka Hohenkirk (she/her/hers) WARD DIRECTOR email: shenicka@49thward.org CONTACT FOR: Scheduling requests, ward office inquiries Clarissa Steinbrecher (she/her/hers) DIRECTOR OF CONSTITUENT SERVICES email: clarissa@49thward.org CONTACT FOR: Constituent inquiries, landlord/tenant disputes, disabled parking permits, internships Tony Sandifer (he/him/his) MANAGER OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT email: tony@49thwar d.org CONTACT FOR: Community partnerships, participatory budgeting, block parties, other community events Zach Joseph (he/him/his) INFRASTRUCTURE AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR email: zach@49thwar d.org CONTACT FOR: Zoning & development inquiries, community partnerships, newsletter items Caleb DeBerry (he/him/his) COORDINATOR OF CONSTITUENT SERVICES email: caleb@49thwar d.org CONTACT FOR: Constituent inquiries Brenna Regan (she/her/hers) COORDINATOR OF CONSTITUENT SERVICES email: brenna@49thward.org CONTACT FOR: Constituent inquiries Madeline Walbridge (she/her/hers) COORDINATOR OF CONSTITUENT SERVICES email: madeline@49thward.org CONTACT FOR: Constituent inquiries Gina Parra-Hughes (she/her/hers) DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF POLICY & OUTREACH TO THE COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND ENERGY CONTACT FOR: Legislative and Committee matters Ashley Parks Adam "Pepe" Woznicki (she/her/hers) COMMUNITY AND COMMUNICATIONS OUTREACH COORDINATOR TO THE COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND ENERGY CONTACT FOR: Leadership Councils, Social Media, and Outreach Opportunities (he/him/his) WARD SUPERINTENDENT CONTACT FOR: Streets & Sanitation matters

Resources for Seniors We are here to help, from public safety to consumer fraud concerns, from county tax issues to federal Medicare and Medicaid programs. Our Ward Service Office will always go beyond city issues to be your local resource for all government services. We work closely with Cook County Commissioners to help guide senior citizens on receiving applicable property tax exemptions. You can find your Cook County Commissioner by accessing the Chicago Board of Elections’ website . You can also download property tax exemption forms on the Cook County Assessor’s website . Senior Well-Being Check Department of Family Support Services Chicago Department on Aging Senior Sewer Exemption & Rebate Property Tax Exemption

Legislation Learn more about the legislative priorities of Alderwoman Hadden and the issues facing the City of Chicago below. While you're here, stay up-to-date on what's happening at City Hall by signing up for the 49th Ward e-newsletter. Once a month, a special edition is sent out covering City Hall Updates. Sign up at bit.ly/49thwardnews . Want to view past editions of the legislative newsletter? Visit the City Council Updates Archive on the 49th Ward website by clicking here . Education Ethics & Good Government Health & Environment Housing & Affordability Police Accountability & Public Safety Social Justice & Equity Workers & Economy

Chicago Noise Ordinance Quiet time is generally designated between 10 PM and 8 AM in any area within 600 feet of a residential district. Activities involving loading, unloading, opening, closing or other handling of boxes, crates, containers, building materials, garbage cans, dumpsters or similar objects must not be done in a manner as to cause a noise disturbance between 10 PM and 7 AM. Motorized equipment (e.g. at construction sites) are not allowed to operate between 8 PM and 8 AM. Note that City of Chicago work (e.g. water & sewer mains, road construction etc.) and emergency private utility work are exempt from the City’s noise ordinance. If you feel a particular situation requires emergency attention, you can call 9-1-1.

Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy From Left to Right: Ashley Parks, Leslie Perkins, Chair Hadden, Gina Parra-Hughes Alderwoman Hadden was appointed as the Chairperson of the Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy for the 2023-2027 term. In this leadership role, she looks forward to building off of the foundation from her first term in office, where she successfully passed legislation to have the City Treasurer divest from fossil fuels, called to re-establish the Department of Environment, and amended our heating and cooling ordinances to respond to changing weather patterns caused by climate change. As chairperson, she will continue to explore how we can reduce Chicago's carbon footprint through a clean buildings plan, revisit the ComEd franchise agreement, and work closely with communities and advocates on environmental justice issues. Click here to view a full list of all Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy members, including Vice Chairman Timothy Knudsen (43), on the City Clerk's website. Our committee staff are as follows: Leslie Perkins - Chief of Staff & Policy Director Gina Parra-Hughes - Legislative Aide Ashley Parks - Community & Communications Outreach Coordinator Learn more about attending a Committee meeting, legislation before the committee, environmental programs and resources, and more by clicking the buttons below! Committee Meetings Committee Legislation

Army Corps of Engineers Shoreline Study The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has launched an interactive Crowdsource map for the public to leave comments on its Chicago Shoreline Study . The map is available on the Army Corps' website by clicking here . It is recommended that you use Google Chrome to open the site. On the map, users can pinpoint a specific location along the shoreline and submit a comment for consideration. Comments must be submitted by April 30, 2023. The USACE will be preparing a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) document on the impacts associated with a Coastal Storm Risk Management study in the City of Chicago. The City of Chicago and the Chicago Park District partnered with the Corps to study ongoing shoreline erosion and coastal storm due to variable lake levels and storm-driven waves that impact our shoreline. The proposed study area includes Chicago's entire shoreline, from our border with Evanston to our border with Indiana. As a part of the study, the Army Corps will explore various measures that could be implemented along our shoreline to reduce coastal storm risks. These measures include the following: Structural (e.g., breakwaters, seawalls, revetments, and groins) Natural and Nature-based features (e.g., beach nourishment, submerged reefs, vegetation, ecologically enhanced structures) Non-structural (e.g., floodproofing, flood warning plans, emergency evacuation plans) As part of the NEPA scoping process, the Army Corps is seeking comments or concerns stakeholders have about potential impacts from the various measures that could be implemented. This could include impacts to various habitats, threatened and endangered species, or cultural, historical, and social resources. Our office has submitted preliminary feedback to the Army Corps for this critical study and has called for the following as they embark on this process: Commit to a robust community engagement process to allow Chicagoans to provide insight and feedback The 49th Ward was excluded from the 1994 Chicago Shoreline Storm Damage Reduction Project, which provided infrastructure and protections for just 8 miles of the City’s shoreline. In Rogers Park, private properties are located directly adjacent to the lake, which means they feel the impact of high lake levels and wave action on a much more intimate basis than other parts of the city that have public land barriers and other infrastructure (such as sea walls) to absorb or deflect wave impact. Residents are owed the opportunity to share their personal experiences and ideas to help inform the future of the shoreline. Restore beach access to Juneway, Rogers, and Howard beaches and repurpose emergency revetments as breakwaters As Lake Michigan reached historically high levels in 2019, the Department of Transportation was able to secure emergency funding from FEMA to install armor rock revetments at Juneway, Howard, and Rogers beaches. The revetments were critical in curtailing further erosion of public property and keeping park property safe. However, the installation of revetments restricted access to what had previously been beaches. Rogers Park has a unique history of being the last affordable neighborhood on the north side with access to the lakefront. Roger Park residents have enjoyed this access for generations, offering a more quiet opportunity to enjoy our greatest natural asset. As USACE studies potential solutions for Chicago’s shoreline, I ask that you look at restoring beach access and repurposing the armor rocks to act as breakwaters. Implement sustainable native, deep-rooted vegetation on the lakefront to combat erosion With a unique opportunity to shape the future of Chicago’s shoreline, we would like the Army Corps to explore sustainable options to combat erosion, such as planting marram grass or other native deep-rooted plants that have a track record of withstanding wave impact and mitigating the impacts of erosion. In the 49th Ward, a group of volunteers acts as stewards to the Loyola Park Sand Dunes. The natural vegetation abutting the lake proved resilient at the peak of Lake Michigan’s lake levels, with less damage at Loyola Park than at other parks to its north. In addition to providing a natural barrier to wave action, the plants help the ecosystem along Lake Michigan, allowing natural wildlife and insects to thrive. Individuals, organizations, and groups may also submit written comments to Ms. Samantha Belcik. Comments and questions will be accepted through the end of March and can be directed via email to Ms. Belcik at ChicagoShoreline@usace.army.mil . More on the Shoreline Study and its current status is available on the USACE website her e .

Join Alderwoman Hadden and the 49th Ward team for their Town Halls! Attendees will hear important updates for the Ward and the City as well as have the opportunity to ask questions. In 2024, we are alternating between virtual and in-person Town Halls. These meetings take place on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm unless otherwise noted in the schedule below. Spanish translation is available during the meetings. You may register to attend the virtual Town Halls by visiting bit.ly/2024TownHalls No registration is required for the in-person Town Halls. Schedule : All of these meetings begin at 6:30pm, and t hese meeting dates are subject to change. February 21st at Pottawattomie Park Fieldhouse (7340 N Rogers Ave) March 13th - Virtual Link to view recording: https://fb.watch/s1UhStnkeI/ April 10th - Loyola Park Fieldhouse (1230 W Greenleaf Ave) May 8th - Virtual Link to view recording: https://fb.watch/s1UHnEWmMO/ No Town Hall in June July 10th - 49th Ward Town Hall & Block Party! Where: On Greenview Ave next to the Ward Office (1447 W Morse Ave) Time: 5pm - 7pm 5pm - 6pm: Dance performances by Circles & Ciphers and Animal Care & Control team tabling with resources for pet owners. 6pm - 7pm: Town Hall Meeting No Town Hall in Augus t Tuesday, September 10th In-person Location TBD October 9th November 13th December 11th Register to Attend

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

Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer with the 49th Ward Office! Our office needs you! We have a variety of events and opportunities for neighbors to lend a hand! If you would like to help our office with tabling, flyering, and other upcoming events, you can sign up to volunteer here. Help Senn High School Students With Work-Based Learning! Invest in the future of our community and connect with students at Senn High School! Senn is looking to connect our motivated students with local professionals for valuable work-based learning and career experiences. We are compiling a directory of local professionals interested in: Speaking at career day events Mentoring students one-on-one Providing job shadow or internship opportunities (some students may be able to leave school up to two hours early for these experiences) If you are eager to build partnerships and connect with talented students, please take a moment to share your interest through this quick form: https://forms.gle/FJGXnJjDXaukAqkK6 We look forward to helping students find success within our community. For questions, please reach out to Dr. Fink at wffink@cps.edu Volunteer to be a Partner In Learning Tutor/Mentor! Now recruiting volunteers for Family Matters' Partners in Learning one-to-one tutor/mentoring program! Adult volunteer tutors/mentors meet with their individually matched youth partner for one 90-minute session per week. All experience levels are welcome. Program staff create a personalized lesson plan for every session, and all training and materials are provided.

Ward Nights Do you have something you want to share directly with the Alderwoman? She hosts virtual Ward Night on Wednesdays from 5-7 pm to discuss ideas, suggestions, concerns, and questions one-on-one with 49th Ward residents. To sign up for a time slot, visit calendly.com/mariahadden/ward-night .