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Meet Alderman Debra Silverstein
Hello to all my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward. I am always available and happy to help with any city needs. I hope to hear from you soon!
A Message from Alderman Silverstein
“The 50th Ward is the most diverse and wonderful neighborhood in the City of Chicago. There is nowhere else where you can visit an Indian restaurant, a Kosher bakery, and a Muslim bookstore all within a few blocks. If you live here, you know how great it is. If you don’t, come on up and see what the 50th Ward has to offer!”
Alderman Debra Silverstein
I convened a meeting today with the Chicago Police and elected officials to discuss the horrible rash of antisemitic flyering that has been happening across Chicago and in the northern suburbs. Hundreds of cars and doorsteps have been littered with gross and hateful flyers in a direct attempt at intimidation. With nearly a dozen incidents occurring across at least six wards, it is time for a coordinated city response to this wave of hate.
I am proud to have spearheaded this first sit-down between police, aldermen, and the head of the Chicago Commission on Human Relations. Those present at the meeting today included police leadership from the Superintendent’s Office and Civil Rights Unit, as well as CCHR Commissioner Nancy Andrade, Mayor Daniel Biss of Evanston, and multiple City Council Aldermen.
Hate is sharply on the rise in Chicago and across our nation. Incidents like this hate flyering, when not addressed, can quickly escalate into an environment that is dangerous to our most vulnerable communities. I intend to hold more meetings until those responsible for these hate incidents are brought to justice. ... See MoreSee Less
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The beautiful murals at the 50th Ward's own Croatian Cultural Center of Chicago - Hrvatski Kulturni Centar Chicago were just featured in the Chicago Sun-Times. Read the article then come on down to 2845 W. Devon to enjoy them in person! ... See MoreSee Less
Croatian landscape murals on North Side honor Chicago-based diaspora
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The Croatian Cultural Center is celebrating its 50th anniversary with murals that Glenview artist Ivan (John) Mikan created last year.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Thank you to everyone who participated in this week's paper shredding event! I was glad to help bring this service to our neighborhood and give local residents a way to securely destroy their sensitive documents. With the West Ridge Chamber. ... See MoreSee Less
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Help make your summer great by hosting a Block Party! Applications for a free Jumping Jack bounce house are now available. Apply at chicagoneighborhoodfestivals.us. Inflatables will be available on Saturdays and Sundays from May 25 through September 1. Requests are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so apply as early as possible to ensure your block party date is available. Block party paperwork can be found at 50thward.org/services/#blockparties. ... See MoreSee Less
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A group of US Marines visited the 50th Ward Office today as part of a training program. Our service members are all heroes. I thank them for their dedication to our nation! ... See MoreSee Less
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Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - 50th Ward paper shredding day this Sunday; Clean & Green at Rogers Park on April 18; block party and jumping jack applications; and more - mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-1602918 ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us for a community Clean & Green at (Phillip) Rogers Park to help spread fresh wood chips over the playground. Come out on Thursday, April 18 between 1:00 and 6:00 PM at the park playground, 7345 N. Washtenaw Ave. Help make the park a safer and nicer space for our children to play! ... See MoreSee Less
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Today is Eid al-Fitr, an important Islamic holiday marking the end of the month of Ramadan. The 50th Ward has a large and vibrant Muslim community and Eid is a very festive time in our neighborhood. Wishing an #eidmubarak –a very happy and blessed Eid–to all of my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward! ... See MoreSee Less
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I was happy to tour our arterial streets with crews from the Chicago Department of Transportation. Improving the infrastructure in the 50th Ward is one of my greatest priorities as Alderman, and CDOT is a tremendous partner in keeping our streets safe. ... See MoreSee Less
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