Community News
July 28, 2010 :: Community, Legislative
Mobile Food Facility Ordinance Introduced to City Council
After several drafts, long debate and discussion, Lincoln Park Aldermen Scott Waguespack (32nd) and Vi Daley (43rd) introduced the "Mobile Food Facility" ordinance into the Chicago City Council chambers on Wednesday, July 28, 2010.
July 8, 2010 :: Community, LPCC
LPCC Joins Community Businesses to Welcome Furtastik to Lincoln Park
With hundreds of families calling the walkable streets of Lincoln Park home, and with abundant green space in the neighborhood, it is no surprise that the community is also home to its fair share of dogs and cats. Providing services to the Lincoln Park neighborhood’s four-legged friends, a new business dedicated to safe, quality pet care has recently opened its doors.
July 6, 2010 :: Community
Vehicle Sticker Deadline Extension
There is an extension of the purchase and display deadline for the 2010 - 2011 annual vehicle sticker to Friday, July 30, 2010. The traditional grace period to July 15 has been extended to allow for the replacement of defective stickers that lacked sufficient adhesive.
June 29, 2010 :: Community
Street Resurfacing in Lincoln Park
Alderman Daley is working with the Department of Transportation to make sure that this process will be as efficient as possible. Thank you for your patience.
June 25, 2010 :: Business, Community, Legislative
Sales Tax Holiday on Clothing, Footwear and School Supplies
Effective August 6, 2010 through August 15, 2010 a state sales tax holiday will be implemented and certain items purchased during this time period will have a reduced sales tax rate.
June 7, 2010 :: Community, LPCC
LPCC Helps Welcome Kim Scott's Cafe Twist to Lincoln Park
Located at 2218 N. Lincoln, Kim & Scott’s Gourmet Pretzels’ Café Twist™ opened their new location in May to provide new and unique culinary offerings to the Lincoln Park neighborhood.
June 1, 2010 :: Community
Attorney General Warns Against Scam Against Seniors
Medicare “spoofing” is an emerging scam that uses caller ID to trick unsuspecting seniors into revealing sensitive financial information. If thieves are given this information, you may quickly find yourself the victim of an emptied bank account.
May 27, 2010 :: Community
City of Chicago Fix Your Mortgage Events
The City of Chicago is offering Fix Your Mortgage events to help you understand federal foreclosure prevention and other programs.
May 12, 2010 :: Community, LPCC
Discover Lincoln Park 2010 Now Available!
Discover Lincoln Park 2010 - once the Lincoln Park Residents’ Guide, a staple of the Lincoln Park community - is a resource that community members and neighborhood residents look forward to each year.
May 10, 2010 :: Community
Water Main Installation on Fullerton
The Department of Water Management has announced its intent to construct a new Water Main project in the 32nd Ward.
May 7, 2010 :: Community
Lincoln Park Farmer's Market Returns, Expands
The Lincoln Park Farmers Market now has parking!
March 22, 2010 :: Community
Street Sweeping Returns to Chicago
To ensure curb-to-curb street cleaning, temporary parking restrictions are posted the day before the work is scheduled to begin on any street.
March 16, 2010 :: Community
2010 Census: Facts and More
The U.S. Census needs you! Find all of the information you need to help complete a successful U.S. Census in 2010.
March 5, 2010 :: Community
LPCC Welcomes Qdoba Mexican Grill to New Lincoln Park Location
What does it take for a neighborhood to meet the culinary needs of thousands of residents and guests on a daily basis? A popular response of many Lincoln Park residents points to the diversity of food styles and price ranges available in the community.
February 22, 2010 :: Community
Chicago Police Announce New Technology Initiatives to Alert
Superintendent Jody P. Weis introduced the Chicago Police Department's latest ventures into technology, discussing a new public safety alert strategy and the use of social media tools to enhance communication between police officers and residents.
February 18, 2010 :: Business, Community
CPD Issues Alert to Bars and Restaurants
Burglaries to Restaurants Occurring on City's NW side. Tips on what you can do are included as well as contact information for more details.
January 15, 2010 :: Community
CTA Service Changes Take Effect Feb. 7, 2010
Bus and rail service changes will take effect on February 7, 2010.
January 15, 2010 :: Business, Community, LPCC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LPCC Statement: Lincoln Park Hospital Redevelopment
After Lincoln Park Hospital closed their doors in 2008 the site has been an abandoned eyesore in the community. With land in the Lincoln Park neighborhood being both sparse and valuable, the future of the site has been the subject of community input, and in many cases, outcry. The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) is carefully following the draft redevelopment plans, community reaction and business impact of the proposal.
January 12, 2010 :: Community, Event
LPCC Joins Community Businesses to Welcome Experience Chiropractic to Lincoln Park
It takes more than just a philosophy and technique to maximize your family’s potential and to meet the goals of getting in shape, eating better or living a more healthy life that so many individuals announce as New Year’s resolutions.
January 11, 2010 :: Business, Community, Legislative
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LPCC Joins Mayor Daley at Grand Opening of Fullerton "L"
The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) joined Alderman Tom Tunney, Alderman Vi Daley, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) representatives and Mayor Richard M. Daley Saturday to officially open the Fullerton “L” station in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood.
December 30, 2009 :: Business, Community, Legislative
Parking Meter Rates Increase Jan. 1, 2010
Starting January 1, 2010, it will cost you a little more to park in Lincoln Park - and throughout Chicago.
December 14, 2009 :: Business, Community, Legislative
ACCION Chicago Offers Loans for Small Businesses
On December 8th, Mayor Daley announced that ACCION Chicago is the first organization to receive funding through the City of Chicago's Small Business Development Fund Program.
November 9, 2009 :: Community
Clark Street SSA Halloween Spooktacular Recap
Hundreds of children participated in the Clark Street Spooktacular on Saturday, October 31 between 1:00 p.m. and 4 p.m. Guests started out at “Halloween Headquarters” where they were invited to design their own trick-or-treat bag, craft their own jack-o-lantern and participate in some festive games before trick-or-treating through the neighborhood.
November 5, 2009 :: Business, Community
New 872 Area Code Approved for 312, 773 Areas
Due to the increased demand for telephone numbers, the Illinois Commerce Commission approved the addition of a new area code, 872, for the same geographic region as teh 312 and 773 area codes. Everyone should now begin dialing all local calls using 1 + Area Code +7-Digit Telephone Number. Effective Saturday, November 7, 2009, all calls must be dialed using this new dialing procedure.
October 16, 2009 :: Community
Report Summarizes Children's Memorial Hospital Meetings
The Children’s Memorial Hospital Site Re-Use Feasibility Study Handbook is complete.
October 12, 2009 :: Community, LPCC
LPCC Gold Sponsor Spotlight: Diamond Bank
Check out the new, exciting Client Spotlight feature recently launched on Diamond Bank’s website at www.dbdiamond.com! Each month, they will highlight one of their valued customers in an effort to encourage continued success and share their stories. The spotlight appears on the bank’s homepage and links to a full feature story as well as the client’s website.
September 17, 2009 :: Community
LPCC Welcomes Creme de la Creme to Lincoln Park
It takes more than just a philosophy to maximize your child’s potential to learn and develop. An enriching atmosphere, educationally-engineered facility and passion for helping young minds grow are all crucial aspects of the educational process. At Crème de la Crème’s new early learning center in Lincoln Park, students from infancy to age five will receive a fun-filled learning experience.
September 14, 2009 :: Community
Alderman Reminds Everyone to Help Control Rodents
Alderman Daley reminds residents and businesses in Lincoln Park that they hold the power to limit the rodent population in our neighborhood - and city at large.
August 20, 2009 :: Community
CPD Reminds Businesses, Residents to Remain Aware
At the August CAPS Hospitality meeting, organized by the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce, police captains and sergeants from across Lincoln Park reminded bar and restaurant owners, as well as everyday residents to remain vigilant in protecting themselves from robberies and other violent crime.Always, they reminded the assembled crowd, call 911. Always be aware of your surroundings. Avoid secluded areas such as parks, alleys and vacant lots. Many of the recent robberies in our community have been on individuals who
August 10, 2009 :: Community, Event, LPCC
First Annual Lincoln Park Arts & Music Festival
The first annual Lincoln Park Arts & Music Festival, held on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9 was attended by thousands of residents from across Lincoln Park, neighboring communities and Chicagoland. The key beneficiary of the event was the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce.
May 20, 2009 :: Community
LPCC Supports DePaul University's Strategic Plan
The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce today announced their support of DePaul University's upcoming Strategic Plan and community agreement release, anticipating a comprehensive document more than a year in the making.
September 24, 2008 :: Community
Crime-Related Information Resources
A variety of resources are available to keep residents and business owners informed of crime-related activity.