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Primary Election 2012
With the upcoming Presidential Election on March 20, 2012, one of the most important
elections in our generation, we are now able to vote one of three ways: Early Voting, by
Absentee, or on Election Day.
Early Voting begins on February 27, 2012 and ends on March 15, 2012 at the McKinley Park
Fieldhouse, 2210 W. Pershing Road on Mon - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; you will need a picture
Identification Card. You do not need a reason or excuse to use Early Voting or Absentee. Both
are available to every registered voter.
Please support all the endorsed candidates, a full list can be viewed on our elections 2012 page.
Thank you for your support.
Cocktail Party Honoring Cook County Commissioner John P. Daley
Cordially invite you to attend a Cocktail party honoring
Thursday, March 1, 2012
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
11th Ward Olympic Day Winners
"Alderman Balcer and I are impressed with the abilities and teamwork these children displayed at such a young age" said Commissioner Daley. "We would like to thank the parents, teachers, coaches, and the Chicago Park District staff for their hard work" added Alderman Balcer.
11th Ward sponsors Girls Grammar School Volleyball Tournament
"Alderman Balcer and I are grateful to the parents and coaches who assisted the children during the tournament. In addition, we thank the Chicago Park District staff for their efforts and cooperation," said Commissioner Daley. "We are honored to sponsor these sports tournaments to the schools, parks, and residents of the 11th Ward and are grateful for their participation," added Alderman Balcer.
Notice of Public Hearing
Cook County Commissioner John P. Daley and Alderman James A. Balcer announce that the Chicago City Council Committee on Committees, Rules and Ethics will hold public hearings on the City of Chicago's Redistricting Process:
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 – at DePaul University Cortelyou Commons, located at 2324 N. Freemont St. from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 12, 2012 – at the Progressive Baptist Church, located at 3658 S. Wentworth Ave. from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
11th Ward Thanksgiving Art, Poetry, and Essay Contest Winners
Cook County Commissioner John P. Daley and Alderman James A. Balcer are pleased to announce the winners of the 11th Ward Thanksgiving Art, Poetry, and Essay Contest: Pre-K – 1st Place – Emma Woods, BCA; 2nd Place – Simona LaGiglio, BCA; 3rd Place – Juliet Grek, BCA. Kindergarten – 1st Place – Jasmine Liu, MSA; 2nd Place – Emily Tweedy, Greene; 3rd Place – Patrick Thompson, BCA. 1st Grade – 1st Place – Paola Escudero, Greene; 2nd Place – Madeline Breunig, BCA; 3rd Place – Tressa LaGiglio, BCA. 2nd Grade – 1st Place – Kenya McCarther, Santa Lucia; 2nd Place – Orlando Acosta, Greene; 3rd Place – America Alcala, Greene. 3rd Grade – 1st Place – Alexis Anaya, BCA; 2nd Place – Enrique Zuno, Greene, 3rd Place – Marcel Torrez, Greene. 4th Grade – 1st Place – Emily Sliwinski, BCA; 2nd Place – Patrick Fogarty, St. Gabriel; 3rd Place – Maeve Kozicki, BCA. 5th Grade – 1st Place – Jack Bedore, BCA; 2nd Place – Nicolette Orlando, BCA; 3rd Place – Grace Thompson, BCA. 6th Grade – 1st Place – Amber Bester, BCA; 2nd Place – Zachary Pasciak, Santa Lucia; 3rd Place – Nico Anaya, BCA. 7th Grade – 1st Place – Maggie Bedore, BCA; 2nd Place – Brian Swann, Graham; 3rd Place – Maya Avalos, BCA. 8th Grade – 1st Place – Gianna Dragon, Santa Lucia; 2nd Place – Jorge Cazares, Santa Lucia; Miranda Carli, Santa Lucia.
11th Ward Girls Grammar School Volleyball Tournament
The 11th Ward girl’s grammar school volleyball tournament will be held the week of December 5th, 2011 at Taylor-Lauridsen Park located at 742 W. 42nd St. Team entries are being accepted until Monday, November 21st, 2011. Schools may enter as many teams as they wish. All players must attend the school in which they represent. Rosters and permission slips must be completed by the due date. For more information, please contact your school principal or athletic director.
Cell Phones for Soldiers
Alderman James A. Balcer, along with the city council and the Illinois Chapter of AT&T, is proud to participate in the "Cell phones for Soldiers" program. The program takes place now through Thanksgiving, and enables residents to drop off their old cell phones in collection boxes setup at the office of alderman all over the city. The phones collected will be recycled, and the money generated will be used to buy prepaid phone cards for active duty military members, to call home and call their families. For more information, please visit: http://www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com/
Park Prohibitions Around U.S. Cellular Field
009th District Officers are Vigilant in Efforts to Crack Down on Parking Violators
As the 2011 baseball season begins, the Chicago Police Department would like to remind White Sox fans that there are strict parking laws in the area around U.S. Cellular Field. The Chicago Police Department would like to remind neighbors that officers will be paying special attention to the illegal transfer or distribution of parking placards and permits. The Department takes this matter very seriously. If you choose to engage in this activity, violators will be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
Further, we are asking that residents call 3-1-1 if they witness anyone engaging in the unlawful distribution or solicitation of parking materials. Please be advised, we will be strictly enforcing all parking regulations. It is our hope that with your help and our stepped up efforts, game days will be safe and enjoyable for the residents of Bridgeport and all White Sox fans.
11th Ward Boy & Girl of the Year Award Ceremony
Cook County Commissioner John P. Daley and Alderman James A. Balcer are pleased to announce the winners of the 11th Ward Boy & Girl of the Year Program. The 8th grade Boy and Girl of the Year Program award winners are: Robert Staszak from St. Barbara, and Yiping Li from Healy School. The 8th grade Boy and Girl of the Year Program award runner-ups are: Dennis Knapp from Bridgeport Catholic Academy, and Victoria Perez from St. Barbara. The 7th grade Boy and Girl of the Year Program award winners are: Jorge Cazares from Santa Lucia, and Jade Grek from Bridgeport Catholic Academy. The 7th grade Boy and Girl of the Year Program award runner-ups are: Theo Mossman from St. Jerome, and Rocio Bautista from Healy School.
Each applicant was judged based on their participation and leadership in school, civic, and volunteer activities. Two letters of recommendations and a copy of their current report card were required at the time of application. "Alderman Balcer and I would like to thank all the selected judges who took on the difficult task of judging these bright and talented individuals who participated in this contest," said Commissioner Daley. "All the participants deserve praise and recognition for the hard work they put into school and extracurricular activities. Their parents should be very proud of them for showcasing their talents," added Alderman Balcer.
CTA Announces New Security Initiatives
- Rapid deployment of multiple, all-angle security cameras by end of the year
- Police to institute specialized patrols and use of plainclothes officers
Chicago Transit Authority announced plans to double the number of security cameras across the rail system, while also working with police to enhance security for passengers. Under the plan, Chicago police will deploy teams, called Wolfpacks, as well as plainclothes officers to patrol the system. Images captured from CTA security camera footage have been used by police to solve both CTA-related crimes and crimes that occur in the vicinity of CTA buses and rail stations. After reviewing existing security measures CTA and CPD also developed a plan to redeploy resources to adjust and upgrade coverage. Transit officers who are freed from school assignments for the summer will be assigned to Wolfpack patrols – highly visible teams of uniformed officers that will be deployed across the system based on daily analysis of crime patterns and trends. In addition, more officers will patrol in plainclothes in order to crack down on thefts of phones and other electronic devices.
Excessive Animal Noise Ordinance
With the warmer weather upon us, this is just a reminder of the "Excessive Animal Noise Ordinance" (MC 7-12-100):
It shall be unlawful for any person who owns, controls, has possession of or is charged with the responsibility for caring for any dog or other animal to allow such animal to make excessive noise in a manner that unnecessarily disturbs the comfort, quiet, peace or repose of any other person in the vicinity, at any time of the day or night. Any person who violates this section shall be fined not less than $50.00 or more than $250.00 for each offense. Each day that a violation continues shall constitute a separate and distinct offense.
If any resident is in need of service, a citation for a violation of this section may be issued based on either:
- 1. (1) Personal observation of a violation by any city officer or employee charged with enforcement of this section.
- 2. (2) A complaint alleging a violation of this section, signed and sworn to by residents of three different addresses, and specifying the date and time of the violation.
The 11th Ward office, located at 3659 South Halsted St., Chicago, Illinois 60609 (773) 254-6677 is staffed Monday through Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm to provide city services and assistance to the constituents of the 11th Ward.