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The Chicago Department of Public Health's weekly media briefing on October 10, 2024, emphasizes the importance of new COVID-19 and flu vaccines, urging the public to get vaccinated. The briefing also highlights community health initiatives including the National Breastfeeding Bus Tour and the final PlayStreets event of the year.
Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced that a London tech startup will establish its U.S. headquarters in Chicago, promising significant well-being benefits for businesses across the nation. This strategic move is set to enhance the local economy and foster innovation in the tech sector.
The City of Chicago has announced a $10 million Tax Increment Financing (TIF) initiative to support facility upgrades at three public schools in North Lawndale, following approval from the City Council. This funding aims to enhance educational infrastructure in the community, addressing crucial needs for improvement in local schools.
The City of Chicago has proposed over $5 million in assistance for improvement projects at two Chicago Public Schools, namely Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School and Goethe Elementary School. This initiative, introduced by Mayor Brandon Johnson, aims to enhance educational facilities and resources. The proposal highlights the city's commitment to supporting local education through Tax Increment Financing.
The City of Chicago has approved $28 million in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to support the conversion of seven floors at 79 W. Monroe St. from office space to 117 mixed-income residential units. This project, led by Brown Derby LLC, aims to provide affordable housing, with 35% of the units priced for households earning 60% of the area median income, amidst ongoing trends of office-to-residential conversions in urban areas.
The City of Chicago has introduced a new property tax rebate program aimed at supporting the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) in South Chicago. This initiative, presented by Mayor Brandon Johnson, proposes to reduce the tax rate on properties used for quantum computing, significantly lowering it from 25% to 10% for a duration of 30 years.
A proposal for $3.71 million in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) has been introduced by Mayor Brandon Johnson to support the rehabilitation of a construction training center in East Garfield Park. Revolution Workshop plans to transform its 14,700-square-foot facility at 3410 W. Lake St. into a modern workforce development hub with enhanced learning spaces and upgraded systems.
A proposed allocation of $455,000 from the Open Space Impact Fee aims to create a new garden and public space on the Lower West Side of Chicago, as announced by Mayor Brandon Johnson. The half-acre site at 947 W. Cullerton St. is set to feature a play area, dog run, landscaping, and public art, enhancing community recreational opportunities.
A proposed Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grant of $980,000 aims to establish an arts and cultural center in Austin, Chicago, with the Outwest Gallery and Cafe leading the initiative. The project will repurpose a vacant building into a community space that promotes local artists and offers a pay-what-you-can food model. Additional funding will support local hiring and training initiatives.
The City of Chicago has approved lease agreements for three new public open spaces in Grand Boulevard, Englewood, and North Lawndale, which will operate for the next three years. This initiative, part of the Public Outdoor Plaza (POP!) program, formalizes partnerships with community organizations managing these spaces. These developments are expected to enhance community engagement and accessibility to public areas.