Anthony Quezada, Chicago's 35th Ward Alderman

06/10/2026

The Chicagoland Area this afternoon experienced severe thunderstorms and strong winds. If you see a downed tree or tree limb, please report it via 311 or by calling our office after 9am tomorrow (Thursday) morning. We appreciate your collaboration in flagging these emergencies for the Bureau of Forestry.

Additionally, COMED is monitoring the severe weather and has staffing online to support in the event of any outages. Please call 1-800-EDISON1, go to ComEd.com, or use the ComEd Mobile App to report any power outages.

06/04/2026

Calling all Chicago Teens!

Chicago teens ages 12-18 are eligible for a free membership at a city YMCA location this summer. No fees. No barriers. In addition, all current YMCA members ages 12–18 in the city will receive a complimentary membership in July and August.

WHAT’S INCLUDED: Access to sports, fitness, creative activities, and a place to connect. Try something new, spend time with friends, or just hang out — the Y is yours all summer long! Register in person at one of our seven city YMCA Locations.

PARTICIPATING CHICAGO LOCATIONS-
IRVING PARK YMCA- 4251 W. Irving Park Rd.
KELLY HALL YMCA- 824 N. Hamlin Ave.
LAKE VIEW YMCA- 3333 N. Marshfield Ave.
McCORMICK YMCA- 1834 N. Lawndale Ave.
RAUNER FAMILY YMCA- 2700 S. Western Ave.
SOUTH SIDE YMCA- 6330 S. Stony Island Ave.
WEST GARFIELD PARK YMCA- 4305 W. Madison St.

AGES: 12–17 yrs. old, a parent or guardian must be present and bring a driver’s license, State ID, or City Key with a Chicago address. Teens aged 18: register on your own with a driver’s license, State ID, or City Key with a Chicago address.

05/07/2026

Fullerton Ave Arterial Resurfacing Update and Meeting

After much anticipation, the Chicago Department of Transportation has announced that it will soon begin work on a Fullerton Road Arterial Resurfacing Project between Kimball Avenue and Lockwood Avenue.

This project will include resurfacing of the roadway, new traffic lane markings, crosswalk and ramp improvements, and pedestrian safety improvements such as curb extensions and pedestrian refuge islands. Work is expected to begin in mid-to-late May at the eastern end of the project at Kimball and Fullerton and will progress throughout this summer.

Parking restrictions will be posted for milling and paving operations on the street, and when sidewalk and curb work is actively being performed.

Additionally, our office will host an informational meeting regarding the project on Tuesday, May 12th, at 6:00pm with the Chicago Department of Transportation at Logan Square Elementary, located at 3651 W Schubert (please enter on the Monticello side, door 4). We hope to see you there!

Please reach out to our office with any questions!

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El Departamento de Transporte de Chicago ha anunciado que pronto comenzarán un proyecto de reasfaltado de la vía arterial Fullerton Road, entre las avenidas Kimball y Lockwood.

Este proyecto incluirá el reasfaltado de la calle, la demarcación de nuevos carriles de tráfico, mejoras en los pasos de peatones y las rampas, así como mejoras en la seguridad peatonal, tales como la ampliación de las aceras (extensiones de bordillo) y la creación de islas de refugio para peatones en esquinas específicas. Este proyecto comenzará entre mediados y finales de mayo en el extremo este del área de intervención del proyecto, y continuará durante el verano.

Se colocarán letreros indicando restricciones de estacionamiento durante las operaciones de fresado y pavimentación de la calle, así como en los momentos en que se estén realizando activamente trabajos en las aceras y los bordillos.

Además, nuestra oficina organizará una reunión informativa sobre el proyecto el martes 12 de mayo a las 6:00 p. m., en colaboración con el Departamento de Transporte de Chicago. La reunión se llevará a cabo en la Escuela Primaria Logan Square, ubicada en el 3651 W Schubert (para asistir a esta reunión, por favor ingrese por el lado de la calle Monticello, a través de la puerta n.º 4). ¡Esperamos verle allí!

Por favor, contacte a nuestra oficina con cualquier pregunta.

05/05/2026

The City of Chicago's Rental Assistance Program application is now open! This program provides funding to Chicagoans who are at risk of becoming homeless. RAP helps Chicagoans who have housing right now, but who may become homeless soon because they are experiencing a temporary loss or reduction in income that makes it difficult to pay rent. This program is intended to provide short-term support while promoting long-term housing stability. Check out the information below!

🚨 The DFSS Rental Assistance Program is officially OPEN! 🚨🏠

Facing housing instability or struggling to make rent? We are here to support you. The City of Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) provides short-term rental assistance to help residents facing a financial emergency or the risk of homelessness.

✨ Key Details:

📌 Who it's for: Chicagoans experiencing a temporary loss of income or struggling to pay rent.
📌 Inclusive: The program is open to all Chicago residents, regardless of legal immigration status.
📌 Support: Helps prevent displacement and keeps families in their homes.

🔗 How to Apply: Visit chicago.gov/fss/RAP

05/04/2026

Important information below on updates to SNAP benefits. To get more information, please visit abe.illinois.gov or call to speak to a benefits specialist at 773-247-3663.

🚨IMPORTANT REMINDER 🚨

The federal government has made changes to SNAP and some customers will lose benefits on May 1, 2026, if they aren’t meeting or exempt from new work requirements. Here’s what to do:

📝 1) Complete the screener to see if you are impacted and whether you may be able to file an exemption: https://aberp.illinois.gov/screener/ABAWD?lang=EN

💻 2) Customers can meet the new requirements by working, volunteering, or participating in a training or education program. Visit: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/?item=177800

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

It was a pleasure to join Openlands, Cook County Commissioner Jessica Vásquez, and 26th Ward Alderperson Jessie Fuentes this past weekend at Nixon Elementary School for our tree planting event in Hermosa!

We planted 20 trees throughout the neighborhood to help improve air quality, battle the urban heat island effect, and grow our tree canopy. What a great way to meet neighbors and grow in community! If you would like a tree planted in front of your home, please contact our office!

–ESPAÑOL–

Fue un placer estar con Openlands, Comisionada del Condado Jessica Vasquez, y Concejal Jessie Fuentes este fin de semana para nuestro día de plantación de árboles!

Plantamos 20 árboles en el vecindario para mejorar la calidad del aire, controlar el efecto de calefacción urbana, y crecer nuestro objetivo de árboles. ¡Qué maravillosa oportunidad para conocer a más vecinos y crecer en comunidad! Si le gustaría un árbol en frente de su casa, por favor, póngase en contacto con nuestra oficina.

04/13/2026

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events will be opening up its application for free Jumping Jacks for neighborhood block parties on Wednesday, April 15th, at 9am! You can find more information at the link below.

El departamento de asuntos culturales y eventos especiales abrirá su aplicación para brincolines para fiestas de cuadras el miércoles 15 de abril a las 9am. Puede encontrar más información en el enlace de abajo.

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/provdrs/markets_and_neighborhoodprograms/svcs/svc1.html

04/03/2026

Exciting news!!! On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Housing (DOH) announced 15 affordable housing developments across the city that would receive City assistance and federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), including the Metropolitan L Apartments proposal located at 2525 N. Kedzie in Logan Square in the 35th Ward.

The Metropolitan L Apartments 100% affordable housing proposal from the Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation will include up to 96 units of 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments, and over 2,500 square feet of below-market rate subdividable retail space along Kedzie Avenue right off of the Logan Square Blue Line station

Since becoming Alderman in April 2025, I have made affordability and preventing displacement my top priority. This investment is a direct result of that work and a step forward in keeping Logan Square accessible to the families who built this community. I am excited for this announcement look forward to working collaboratively with DOH, Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation, and our community on this exciting project.

As part of our 35th Ward Community-Driven Zoning and Development process, a community meeting will be scheduled later this year following receipt of an updated proposal from Bickerdike. Stay tuned for more information.

04/02/2026

Please join State Senator Graciela Guzman and me for a complimentary cup of coffee this Saturday, April 4, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm. We are hosting at Trigger, located at 2810 W. Addison St.

Come by and share your thoughts on the issues that matter most to you! For more information, call the 35th Ward Office at (773) 985-3510.