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Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - Free COVID tests are back in stock at the 50th Ward Office; Emergency Heating Program now open; check your property tax bill for missing exemptions; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602781
The 24th District Police will be holding an in-person CAPS meeting for Beat 2412 tonight (November 1). The meeting will be held at Warren Park, 6601 N Western, at 7 PM.
Beat 2412 covers the area from Pratt to Devon and from Kedzie to Ridge. This event is a great opportunity to meet the officers who patrol your community and discuss safety concerns directly with the police and your neighbors. For more information, call 312-744-6321.
Happy Halloween to all my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward! Wishing a spooky fun holiday to everyone who is celebrating.
I had the opportunity to visit the Chinese American Service League and learn more about the tremendous services they provide for our city. We were also able to discuss CHI vs Hate--my new legislation that would rewrite the city's hate crimes ordinance for the first time in 30 years.
Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - FEMA funding deadline is this Monday; thank you to everyone who came to the 50th Ward vaccine clinic; find an upcoming vaccine clinic at chi.gov/flu; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602777
I was very pleased to participate in the AJC Chicago Legislative Affairs meeting this week. It was wonderful to meet so many people who care so deeply for our city, our nation, and the global Jewish community!
More than 150 local residents came out for the 50th Ward Vaccine Clinic this week. Thank you to the health care professionals for their hard work administering the shots! If you were not able to make the local clinic, please visit chi.gov/flu to find a flu shot near you.
Thank you WLS-AM 890 for speaking with me about CHI vs Hate and our initiative to combat hate crimes in Chicago! This ordinance would rewrite the city's hate crimes ordinance for the first time in 30 years and help Chicago track both hate crimes and non-criminal hate incidents.
50th Ward Alderwoman Debra Silverstein joins Rob Johnson and Jane Clauss on the Big 89 to delve into the factors behind the increasing incidence of hate crimes in Chicago, using the "Chi vs. Hate" ordinance to identify hate crime hotspots, and the reasons residents might prefer reaching out to the 3
Get your free flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines right here in the 50th Ward! Join us TOMORROW (Tuesday, October 24) from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Croatian Cultural Center, 2845 W. Devon, for the 50th Ward Vaccine Clinic. - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602773
Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - 50th Ward Vaccine Clinic at the Croatian Cultural Center on Oct 24; property tax bills now available at www.cookcountytreasurer.com; FY2024 budget hearings now in process; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602769
I wanted to share a letter I sent to Police Superintendent Larry Snelling in response to the chaotic events at City Hall last Friday and in appreciation of the extra police attention on religious institutions in the 50th Ward. We are seeing a very alarming increase in antisemitism and Islamophobia, so I am grateful that the police are out in force to protect our synagogues, mosques, and other places of worship. Thank you to all the officers who are working to protect our community!
Second installment property tax bills are now available at www.cookcountytreasurer.com and will be due this year on December 1. To find your bill, click on the purple box labeled “Your Property Tax Overview” then enter your PIN or address. Paper bills should be mailed out around November 1.
Please check your bill and make sure all relevant exemptions are listed. They should be on the bottom left of your bill under the “Tax Calculator” section. If you are missing an exemption you are entitled to, please give me a call and I will try to advise you.
Property owners can pay online from bank accounts for no added fee. Credit card payments will include a 2.1% processing fee. You can also print your bill and bring it to any Chase Bank, a community bank where you have an account, or to the Treasurer’s office at 118 N. Clark.
Friday was a chaotic day at City Hall as the Chicago City Council officially passed my resolution condemning Hamas for its horrific terrorist attack on Israel. More than 1,200 innocent Israelis were murdered, and it sparked a war that will result in the deaths of more innocent civilians on both sides of the conflict. My heart breaks for all the innocents harmed—both in Israel and in Gaza—to sate Hamas’s bloodlust.
Please view the video for my comments to the City Council before the resolution was passed. In a rare occurrence, the mayor was forced to clear the Council Chambers due to frequent disruptions. The video cuts out the largest interruption in the middle.
I would like to thank all my colleagues who spoke out in favor of this important resolution, as well as all the community members who came down to City Hall on Friday afternoon to support it. Am Yisrael Chai!
Comments made by Alderman Silverstein to the Chicago City Council before a vote on her resolution to condemn Hamas's terrorist attack against Israel on Octob...
This is horrific and evil. I have been working to strengthen Chicago's hate crimes legislation and I condemn the murder of Wadea Al-Fayoume in the strongest terms possible. Islamophobia has no place in our state or our world. The local police are putting special attention on all religious institutions in the 50th Ward, including Mosques.
Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - 50th Ward paper shredding event this Sunday at Devon Bank; property tax appeal for Rogers Park Township property owners; 50th Ward vaccine clinic on Oct 24; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602765
The Chicago Police are paying special attention to our neighborhood today as Hamas has called for global action. PLEASE NOTE: There is no known threat to our community or Chicago at large. However, I have spoken with the Police Superintendent and been assured that, out of an abundance of caution, there will be extra police presence in our neighborhood and around religious institutions. Everyone stay safe and stay alert!
I led a delegation of City officials to the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center today. We were privileged to meet Rodi Glass—a brave Holocaust Survivor from Holland—and experience her story through the museum’s VR exhibit. We also learned from Fritzie Fritzshall (of blessed memory) through her interactive hologram. The words of both Survivor’s were deeply moving and powerful.
The Illinois Holocaust Museum educates thousands of people a year, teaching the history and lessons of the Holocaust to individuals and groups from across geographical, political, and racial lines. Through a partnership with CPS and with the Chicago Police Department, they also educate thousands of Chicago students and law enforcement officers in the values of compassion, equality, and justice.
Holocaust Survivors helped build the moral character of our city and nation. Thank you to the museum for helping to amplify their stories.
Chicago went blue and white today in solidarity with Israel. Am Yisrael Chai! 🇮🇱
Over the weekend, Hamas terrorists launched a horrific attack on the State of Israel. More than 700 Israelis have been murdered and dozens of civilians—including children—have been kidnapped and taken into Gaza. My heart breaks for all the innocent lives lost, and I stand firmly in support of Israel as it combats this terrorist threat. - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602757
Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - 50th Ward paper shredding day on October 15; free mammograms for Illinois residents in need; happy Sukkot and Shmini Atzeret; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602753
The Anti-Defamation League released a sobering report this week detailing a dramatic increase in extremist activity in the State of Illinois. We need concrete action to stem the rising tide of hate. I was proud to stand with ADL Midwest and other human rights organizations, as well as city and state agencies, for a call to action against hate.
I attended the grand opening of the 50th Ward’s newest business - Tacos El Tio at 6019 N. Lincoln Ave! Come out to enjoy great food and drinks from this family owned business.
Join the Bnei Reuven Dancing in the Streets event this evening at Devon and Sacramento starting at 7:00pm. There will be a special presentation commemorating the life of Eliyahu Moscowitz.
The Jewish holiday of Sukkot begins tonight. I would like to wish everyone a happy (and hopefully dry!) holiday. Chag sameach to all my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward!
Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - 50th Ward Paper Shredding Day; property tax appeal; police CAPS and community meetings; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602745
There is an active police response underway in the 50th Ward, near California and North Shore. The police are on the scene and report that there appears to be no threat to the community at large. This is an active situation. I will update you with more information when it becomes available. In the meantime, I urge everyone to remain calm and let the police do their jobs. -
Thank you to all the Rogers Park Township homeowners who came out to the Northtown Library yesterday to appeal their property taxes. Thank you to Commissioner Samantha Steele for organizing this event! If you missed it, you can still appeal your assessment at appeals.cookcountyboardofreview.com through October 17 and possibly lower your tax bill for next year!
Calling all Rogers Park Township property owners. Tax appeal help is available TONIGHT (Sept 26) from 6-8 PM at the Northtown Library (6800 N. Western). Tax analysts will be available to answer your questions. Please have your property tax bill or Property Index Number (PIN) available. - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/property-tax-appeal-workshop-tonight-1602741
Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - Property tax appeal workshop for Rogers Park Township; 50th Ward Paper Shredding Day; free flu and COVID shots; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602733
CHI vs Hate—our new initiative to rewrite Chicago’s hate crime legislation—was featured in the Chicago Sun-Times today. Hate is sharply on the rise, and CHI vs Hate is the city’s first comprehensive effort in more than three decades to reverse this frightening trend. The ordinance was introduced to City Council this month with the support of all 50 aldermen and numerous civil rights organizations who are on the frontlines of the fight against hate. Together, we can make Chicago a city that supports all our communities and takes a strong stance against hate in all its forms. https://chicago.suntimes.com/2023/9/21/23882992/hate-crimes-incidents-ordinance-city-hall-racism-antisemitism-50th-ward-debra-silverstein
Join Mosaic School of Fine Arts (formerly Boone Elementary) for a community forum today and learn about the search for a new principal. The public is invited to meet the top candidates and ask questions. Thursday, Sept 21 from 5:30-7 PM at 6710 N Washtenaw Ave.
Calling all Rogers Park Township property owners! Free one-on-one property tax appeal help will be available at the 50th Ward Office TOMORROW (Wednesday, September 20) from 10 AM to 2 PM. Rogers Park Township property owners are invited to meet with tax analysts from Commissioner Samantha Steele's office and receive help filing tax appeals. Please bring your most recent tax bill or have your Property Index Number (PIN) available. - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602729
Today is ! Chicago residents can register to vote or check their voter registration status at chicagoelections.gov. If you moved, changed your name, became a citizen, or haven't already registered to vote, today is a GREAT day to get .
Join the 24th District Police for a Community Conversation and help CPD and the CAPS team develop strategies to fight crime in the neighborhood:
1st Conversation - Wed, September 20 at 7 PM at Warren Park
2nd Conversation - Wed, October 18 at 11 AM at the 24th District Station
Rosh Hashanah begins tonight, kicking off the Jewish holiday season. I want to wish everyone in the Jewish community a happy and healthy New Year. Shana Tova to all my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward!
Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - CHI vs Hate introduced to City Council; Traffic Crash ordinance adopted; thank you to everyone who made the 50th Ward Job Fair such a success; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602725
The police have notified me of a stabbing that occurred today on the 2800 block of W Devon Ave. The offender is in custody and the area is deemed safe and clear.
The victim is currently in critical condition at Ascension St. Francis Hospital. Area 3 detectives are investigating. I will update you with more information when it becomes available.
Thank you to everyone who stood with me today to introduce CHI vs Hate – the city’s first comprehensive effort in more than three decades to combat the escalating wave of hate crimes. We must stop hate at its roots, and this new initiative will give us the tools we need to keep our communities safe.
The 50th Ward Job Fair is now open at the Northtown Library. Come to 6800 N Western before 1 PM to meet employers from a broad range of fields and find your next job!
Join us TOMORROW (September 14) for the 50th Ward Job Fair at the Northtown Library! Meet employers from a broad range of fields and find your next career. At 6800 N Western from 10 AM - 1 PM - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602721
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We held a Zoom meeting yesterday to discuss $100,000 in grant money now available for 50th Ward organizations. View a recording of the meeting for more information, or call the Ward Office at 773-262-1050. The grant money is available for local schools and non-profits who serve the immigrant community. Apply now at www.chicago.gov/eprocurement.
I was honored to publicly thank many of our local police officers at City Council today for their dedication and commitment to the safety of our neighborhood. After a horrifying rash of anti-Semitic incidents in the 50th Ward, the police rallied to our community’s defense. Officers quickly caught the offender and brought him to justice, while police leadership met with the public and eased our community’s fears. The 24th District’s response was amazing, and we are all deeply grateful. Thank you to all the brave police officers who joined me in council chambers. You deserve much more recognition than we are able to give. Special thanks to the following officers for their quick and diligent work in keeping our community safe: 24th District Commander Joseph Brennan; Sergeant Shawn Sisk of the 24th District CAPS Office; Officers Roger Heath Jr. and Michael Specht of the 24th District Place of Worship Safety Advisory Team; 3rd Watch Sergeant Christopher Stachula; 2406 Mission Team – Sergeant Syed Quadri and Police Officers Enes Mencovic, Slawomir Skubaja, Artur Tomkow, Maureen Boyle, Zohaib Zaib, and Samer Ihmoud; Area 3 Detectives Jonathan Reeder and Saud Haidari.
Press conference regarding antisemitic incidents in the 50th Ward
At City Council today, we passed a resolution commemorating International Holocaust Rememberance Day. Thank you to Mr. Israel Starck for your powerful words and for sharing your story. Thank you to the Holocaust Survivors who logged on to lend your strength to the meeting. The entire 50th Ward is eternally grateful for your heroism in the face of one of history's greatest evils. #NeverAgain will we stand quietly while anti-Semitism, hatred and intolerance spread. We will #NeverForget the lessons of the Holocaust.
Wishing a very happy and healthy New Year to all of my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward! http://eepurl.com/hQ9t-v
I was privileged to introduce a resolution today at City Council honoring the late Fritzie Fritzshall, president of the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center and a lifelong crusader for social justice. A Holocaust Survivor herself, she overcame the atrocities of Auschwitz and went on to dedicate her life to making this world a better place. She was an inspiration to me and to people around the world. May her memory be for a blessing.
I was privileged to introduce a resolution today at City Council honoring the late Fritzie Fritzshall, president of the Illinois Holocaust Museum and a lifelong crusader for social justice. A Holocaust Survivor herself, she overcame the atrocities of Auschwitz and went on to dedicate her life to making this world a better place. She was an inspiration to me and to people around the world. May her memory be for a blessing.
We are giving out free COVID-19 vaccines at Warren Park (6601 N Western) today. Everyone 12 and older is welcome to walk up until 3 PM and get your shot! #ProtectChicago #GetVaccinated
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