Speed cameras coming to the neighborhood

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During his State of the Ward & State of the City presentation, Alderman Scott Waguespack mentioned that that there will be two speed camera locations in our neighborhood. The first will be at Barry & Ashland, by Burley School.

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The other is in a less obvious location, at the corner of Fullerton and Ashland.  Why?  Nestled off the alley and behind the medical building on the corner, there’s a small park.  According to The Expired Meter, “The city’s Children’s Safety Zone Program allows for speed cameras to be installed within 1/8 of a mile of a school or park.”

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What will a ticket cost?  “Drivers caught by the cameras going 6-10 mph over the limit will get a $35 violation notice in the mail, while those exceeding the speed limit by 11 or more will be fined $100. Enforcement hours around schools will be between 7 AM and 7 PM Monday through Friday, while parks will be enforced by the cameras from 6 AM to 11 PM seven days a week.”

The speed limit on Ashland Ave is 30 MPH.

September is Membership Renewal Time

Posted on by Steven Stern

So, it’s September.  Still warm enough to barbecue but too dark at 7:30 to tell if the the meat is done or burned.  September also marks the return of South Lakeview Neighbors’ meetings.

Tuesday, September 17
St. Alphonsus Church basement
1429 W. Wellington
Doors open at 7
Meeting starts at 7:30

This meeting will feature 32nd Ward Alderman Scott Waguespack and his annual State of the Ward presentation. There’s a lot happening around here (BRT on Ashland, Target, street crime, DIVVY, etc) so bring your questions and comments and talk directly to our link to the City Council.

Other news:

  • The September newsletter is available for download.  We’re looking for some help with a potential redesign of the newsletter and SLN logo. If you’re a graphic designer and would like to volunteer some time and ideas, please contact us.
  • Traditionally, the September meeting is where folks renew their SLN membership.  If you’d like to renew at the meeting, please come at 7-ish and bring a check payable to “South Lakeview Neighbors”.  Due to poor signal strength in the church, we cannot accept credit cards at the meeting.  Membership fees are $10/person. The senior rate (60 and over) is $5.  We can also accept payments via Paypal on this site or you may try our new and still-in-beta online membership system.
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September and October Meetings

Posted on by Steven Stern

Tuesday, September 17

This meeting will feature Alderman Scott Waguespack, presenting the State of the Ward and offer you an opportunity to ask questions about what’s going on in the city, the ward, and our neighborhbood

Tuesday, October 8

Alderman Tom Tunney of the 44th Ward will be joining us to talk about the new City Target store moving in on the northeast corner of Ashland and Belmont. 

We’ll send out updated agendas about one week prior to each meeting. See you in September!

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Community Alert

Posted on by Steven Stern

Alderman Tunney’s office and the Chicago Police have issued the following community alert:

 Wanted for Armed Robbery with a Handgun- 19th District

 About this Crime: 

This alert gives notice to citizens in the 19th District of several armed robbery incidients that have occurred during the month of July.  In these incidents, two offenders approached victims on the street or in alleys and robbed them of their wallets, money, and cell phones at gun point. The incidents have occurred in the late evening and morning hours.

Incident time and location (by block of occurrence): 

  • 1500 block of W. Altgeld St. – Jul. 21, 2013, 1:05 a.m.
  • 1500 block of W. George St. – Jul. 21, 2013, 1:15 a.m.
  • 1300 block of W. Grace St. – Jul 27, 2013, 11:00 p.m.
  • 1200 block of W. Belmont Ave. – Jul 30, 2013, 4:08 a.m.
  • 4700 block of N. Hermitage Ave. – Jul 30, 2013, 10:30 p.m.
  • 1400 block of W. Roscoe St. – Jul 30, 2013, 11:35 p.m.

About the Offenders:

There are two offenders described as male African Americans or male Hispanics,18-35 years of age. In two incidents, one of the offenders is described as having a shaved or bald head. In each incident, the offenders are seen exiting a vehicle prior to the armed robbery or seen leaving in a vehicle. Vehicle descriptions vary but include a red 2 door Toyota; a beige sedan; and a black Chevrolet.

What you can do:

  • Report any suspicious people or vehicles in the area.
  • Be aware of this crime and alert neighbors in the area.
  • Pay special attention to anyone loitering in the area.
  • Call 911 and provide a detailed description of the offender(s) including any vehicle description, license plate information and direction of flight.
  • If you have any information about these incidents, contact the Bureau of Dectectives- Area North at (312)-744-8263.  Anonymous Tips can be submitted to TIPSOFT.COM.