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During the 29th Ward’s monthly community meeting, residents questioned whether the newly formed Civilian Office of Police Accountability is truly independent, and some expressed reluctance to file complaints, saying they fear harassment.
Residents, school officials and local lawmakers are working to meet goal set by CPS to enroll at least 100 freshmen for the upcoming school year
CPS is still trying to attract developers to re-purpose buildings shut in 2013.
Ald. Chris Taliaferro is hosting tonight’s event at Rutherford Sayre Park, 6871 W. Belden Ave.
They’re seeking signatures from those living in Austin’s 42nd precinct so that voters can vote on the measure in 2017. But that will likely be too late to stop G & N Food and Liquor from opening in the 5500 block of West Van Buren.
The devices that tested high have been turned off at three Austin schools – Ella Flagg Young, Lewis and Spencer. Other West Side schools must still be tested.
The Ahmeds hope to be have an Austin location, next to their liquor store in the 5900 block of West Division, up and running by November.
Ald. Chris Taliaferro will host the next 29th Ward gathering – where residents can discuss any topic of concern – 6:30 p.m. July 6 at Columbus Park Refectory.
Ald. Chris Taliaferro says $700,000 in funding will pay for six projects – ranging from community gardens and murals to pedestrian islands and park equipment. Six months of community meetings and two weeks of voting determined how the menu money will be spent.
The last day to cast your vote is Saturday, June 4th. This is the first year West Siders have been asked to weigh in on how Ald. Chris Taliaferro will spend $700,000 in menu money.