A May 4th Message for Firefighters, Police and Medical Workers
Today is International Firefighters Day. I recorded this video to say thank you to our firefighters, paramedics, and all the emergency medical technicians in and around the 2nd Ward neighborhoods.
It's so important to take the time to acknowledge the hard work that our first responders are doing. I'd extend that thank you to the everyone in the Police Department and to our medical professionals for keeping us safe and healthy during these trying times.
As a reminder, the 2nd Ward office is still open during the regular work week. My staff is available for any issues or concerns that you might have. Please feel free to email [email protected] or call the 2nd Ward at (312) 643-2299.
2nd Ward Service Office Working Remotely
The 2nd Ward Service office is fully functional and all employees are doing everything possible to continue serving our neighborhoods during this crisis. Staff is working remotely and is available by phone or email during normal business hours (9:00 am to 5:00 pm). Please call (312) 643-2299, or email [email protected] for your service needs.
All residents are encouraged to practice social distancing and remain at least six feet away from other people at all times. Please take the opportunity to check in on your elderly, disabled, and home-bound neighbors daily to see if there is anything they need. Everyone has a role to play in staying healthy.
Chicago's Prepraredness for the Coronavirus Outbreak
Thank you to Fox 32 Chicago for asking me to address Chicago's COVID-19 preparedness this morning. Chicago's first responders have been hard at work for years preparing, training and drilling for large-scale emergencies. Our city is prepared for this crisis, especially our utilities. Some of my interview with Sally Schulze is linked below.
Bike the 2nd Ward is underway! If you see us riding through your neighborhood be sure to wave hello.
Performing on stage with the Dr. Bombay Band
Thank you to the Dr. Bombay Band for inviting me to join them on stage last night at the Navy Pier beer garden.
Lincoln Yards Community Meeting, July 18th, 2018
Alderman Hopkins Community Meeting: Fleet and Facility Management Sale
Activating the New Stoplight at Chicago & Hoyne
Thank you to everyone who was able to join me this morning to celebrate the new stoplight at Chicago & Hoyne in Ukrainian Village. Special thanks to St. Nicholas Cathedral School and the Ukrainian Village Neighborhood Association.
Alderman Hopkins on CAN TV Chicago
Community Meeting: Friday night, July 22nd, I will be hosting a meeting to discuss added patrols for Wicker Park and Bucktown. Here is a recent interview on CAN TV talking about the process for finding extra funding for these patrols. The meeting will be at St. Stanislaus Kostka School in Noble Square (1255 N. Noble Street) on Friday, July 22, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Alderman Moreno and I have started working with the SSA (Special Service Area) representatives. This already has the approval of the 14th District Police Commander and would be paid for by SSA funds already being collected for neighborhood improvements.
Formal invitations have been sent to residents and businesses within the SSA, however, we welcome all residents from the Wicker Park and Bucktown communities to attend and give their input.
Pizza dough tossing with Connie's Pizza and the United States Pizza Team
At 1pm today at Connie's Pizza (1050 N. State), I will be competing with the United States National Pizza Team with Connie's owner Ivan Matsunaga. This competition features acrobatic dough tossing, so wish me luck. These guys make it look easy.
Community Meeting: Clybourn Corridor PMD
My introduction at the community feedback meeting regarding the Clybourn Corridor PMD. This was the first opportunity to gather feedback from community stakeholders on what focus they would like the City to have regarding future development.
This was filmed on May 3rd, 2016 at DePaul University by Chicago Access Network Television.
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Walking in the 2016 Chicago St. Patrick's Parade. #TBT
I was proud to speak at the recent Ukrainian Days Festival this last weekend. Not only was it a celebration of Ukrainian culture, music and dance, this festival was also a chance to speak on the progress of the 2nd Ward and share our hopes for peace in Ukraine. Thank you to Selfreliance Ukrainian American Federal Credit Union for taking this video, but also to Margaret Jarmola, Chris Siutryk, David Ramos, Chicago Treasurer Kurt Summers, Consul General of Lithuania John V. Prunskis, Consul General of Ukraine Larysa Gerasko, UCCA-Illinois President Alex Striltschuk, and to all the organizers and staff.
At a recent meeting in East Village, one of the neighbors asked about how hard it is to know what each neighborhood needs. Here is some video of that discussion, including an example citing the Ashland Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) proposal.
Thanks to Paul Lisnek and Comcast Newsmakers for the recent interview. One of the big topics that came up was the future of the former Finkl steel plant along the river. Here is a clip, for the full interview visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSdwHMgVdd4
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