ALDERWOMAN JEANETTE B. TAYLOR
Ward Office: Relocating -
New Address Coming Soon
Note: The highlights below reflect just a portion of this month’s events. From meetings to community celebrations, the 20th Ward team continues to work hard behind the scenes and in the neighborhood — even when there isn’t room to showcase it all here.
Q1 Highlights
January - March
january
Liquor Moratorium & Ward Night
We hosted an open Ward Night for residents to voice concerns, ask questions, and learn about the proposed liquor moratorium. Community voices were front and center in shaping local policy decisions.
Revive 63 Community Meetings
Residents joined us to share ideas and feedback on the future of 63rd Street. These meetings brought together city departments, neighbors, and developers to shape a safer, more vibrant corridor.
february
Revise 63 Community Meetings​
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Community members returned to finalize priorities for 63rd Street’s future. Voting officially began, giving residents a direct say in how change takes shape.
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Honoring Black Firefighters​
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We celebrated the past, present, and future of Black firefighters in Chicago — highlighting their legacy, sharing lived experiences, and uplifting the next generation of heroes.
march
Honorary Street Sign
We proudly honored the legacy of Dr. Margaret T. Burroughs with an honorary street naming ceremony — recognizing her impact as an artist, educator, and South Side legend.
USPS Services Ward Night
In collaboration with Congressman Danny Davis and Jonathan Jackson, we held a special Ward Night focused on USPS service issues in the community. Residents shared their concerns directly, working toward solutions for more reliable local mail service.
Q2 Highlights
April - June
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april
​One Summer Chicago App Help​
We opened our doors to help teens and families navigate the One Summer Chicago application process. Staff and volunteers provided on-site tech support, job tips, and encouragement to ensure every young person had a fair shot at summer employment.
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20th Ward Clean & Green
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Residents came together for the annual Clean & Green Day, joining citywide efforts to beautify our neighborhoods. From alleys to sidewalks, volunteers helped clear debris, plant greenery, and kick off the season with pride and purpose.
may
Community Shredding Event
In partnership with the AKARAMA Foundation, we co-hosted a free Community Shred Day to help residents safely dispose of documents. The event supported privacy protection, spring cleaning, and community connection all in one.
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CPS Bidding Info Session​
We’re hosting a series of community listening sessions to discuss the future of shuttered CPS school buildings across the 20th Ward. Residents are invited to learn about the CPS bidding process and share ideas on how these sites can serve our neighborhoods — from housing and health clinics to business hubs and youth spaces. Your voice matters in shaping what comes next.
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june
Coming Soon!