Central Lakeview Neighbors - CLVN

09/09/2026

CLVN voted 44-2 against the substation

09/09/2026

Big turnout at CLVN meeting.
Vote on Com Ed substation on Diversey.

09/03/2026

The next CLVN meeting is Sept 8
At Olson Auditorium at Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital. CAPS meeting at 6:30
Followed by CLVN.

09/03/2026

and events

visit our web site at www.clvn.org

Member Notices

CLVN Dues for 2026 are now being
accepted. Dues are $20 per person, $10
for seniors (60 years or older) and $50 for
a business. Dues for the 2026 calendar
year were due on Jan. 1, 2026. You can
pay by check, cash or paypal. Our
Treasurer is Jim Kink 3020 N. Kenmore.
CAPS meeting will be in person on
September 8, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. in the
Olson Auditorium at Advocate Illinois
Masonic Hospital.
CLVN Meeting September 8, 2026 at 7:00
p.m. in person at the Olson Auditorium at
Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital.
NEXT MEETING IN PERSON ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2026

Agenda for In Person Meeting on September 8, 2026

1. Second presentation for zoning change at 2858 N. Halsted from B3-2 to B2-3. This is not a
voting item
2. First presentation for 920-928 W. Diversey for zoning change from B3-3 to B3-5
3. Nomination Committee Report for 2027 Officers and Directors
4. Update on Greenway on Wellington (eastbound) and Oakdale (westbound)
5. Update on ComEd proposal for 1111 W. Diversey and vote on this item.
6. President’s Report-Marsalek
7. Approval of Minutes – July 14, 2026
8. Treasurer’s Report-Kink
9. CLVN Planning and Zoning Report-Poppy
10. Government Reports-Aldermanic, State and Congress
11. Tubman School Report-Principal Hammaker
12. LVECC Report
13. LVCC Report – Klees
11. New Business
12. Old Business
13. Adjournment

Up-Coming Events

WHAT HAPPENED LAST MONTH
MINUTES FROM July 14, 2026 MEETING

CLVN President, Diann Marsalek, called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Officers in attendance:
Jim Kink-Treasurer, Area Directors Dorothy Klees and Dorothy Mroski. Excused officers were:
Terry Diamond-Vice President, Mary Anderson-Corresponding Secretary and Charles Wilcox-Area
Director. A quorum was present.
Tubman School Update: Assistant Principal, Therese Plunkett, provided an update on Tubman
School. Tubman received an exemplary rating which is given to top tier schools used a model for
other schools. In 2024-205 the school had this rating for the fine arts program. This year the school
received the rating for the primary and middle years and the IB program. School scores in reading
and math are excelling. The school is a neighborhood based school with 288 students. The school
would like to see enrollment increase. The school is a magnet for fine arts and the IB program.
There are 2 kindergarten classes, 2 classes for the 7th grade and 2 classes for the 2nd grade. Many
students graduating will be attending various high schools including Lane Tech, Jones Prep,
Walter Payton, St. Pat’s, Loyola and Amundsen. You can reach her at [email protected].
First presentation on 2858 N. Halsted for a zoning change from B3-2 to B2-3: This is the current
location of the George St. Pub and the owners want to sell the property. George St. Pub is a tenant
at the property and not the owner of the property. The developer has an option to buy for 6 months
contingent on getting zoning approval from B3-2 to B2-3. Jacob Wahler, the architect, presented
on behalf of the team. They are seeking to build a 5 story building with 20 apartments. The entry
for the apartments will be on George Street. There will not be any residential units on the first floor.
The first floor will have two retail units with entry on Halsted. There will be an elevator and a metal
enclosed penthouse for the mechanics. There will be twenty residential units which will consist of 2
units on the first floor and floors 2-4 will house 6 units on each floor. The units will be studio’s, 2, 3
or 4 bedroom apartments. The rent will be for a 1 bedroom $2100.00, 2 bedroom $2900-$3100.00
and 3 bedroom mid $4000.00. This is approximately $1500- $1600 per bedroom. The leases will
be for one year and no short term rentals will be available. There will be cameras on the building
for security. There will be a balcony facing the alley. There is no parking requirement for the
building as it is covered by the Transit Oriented Development (TOD). The garbage area will be at
the rear of the building and located in an enclosed area. Collection of the garbage will be from a
private vendor. The rooftop will be accessible by the residents. There will not be a party room.
There is no proposed rear set back. They have developed many other properties in the area. Ald.
Lawson indicated this is a Type 1 application so what is built is what is presented. The time line for
the construction is 10-12 months. Some neighbors liked the plan as it offers 3 and 4 bedrooms, is
walkable to other places in Lake View and thinks there will be demand for the units. Poppy and
Marsalek explained the process for the developer to make a second presentation, the CLVN
Planning and Zoning Committee will review and information will be published in the minutes. CLVN
will work with the George Street Neighbors to identify concerns and can seek to enter into a
Neighborhood Protection Plan to address concerns. Most of the commercial spaces are being filled
by food/beverage establishments, personal services or medical providers.

Neighbors raised concerns. First, they want the business to continue but the developers indicated
the owners want to sell. The neighbors feel George Street Pub is a safe place to go, is well lit and
family oriented. The neighbors want assurances to address security around the building, terms of
construction and perhaps build one larger retail or restaurant instead of two smaller units. The
neighbors want to see parking offered with the building to avoid congestion and reduction of street
parking. The developer responded they built 2763 N. Seminary with 60 residents and only three
individuals had cars. Most of those interested in renting want public transportation and do not own
cars. The neighbors are worried there will be high turnover of renters each lease term. The
developer seeks higher density to build 20 bigger units. There will be 20% for affordable housing.
The developer will return September 8, 2026 for a second presentation.
ComEd at 1111 W. Diversey: Marsalek recapped that Com Ed has made two presentations to the
community in March and June of 2026. They are seeking to build a 4 story substation at 1111 W.
Diversey (located in the 43rd Ward) to meet the needs of energy consumption. Com Ed has
information on their website at

https://www.comed.com/smart-energy/innovation-technology/reliability-improvements/transmission-
projects/lakeview-energy-dev-project. The proposal has not been well received by the neighbors

who are concerned about the size, location in a residential neighborhood and various safety
concerns.
Ald. Knudsen of the 43rd Ward has sent a letter to the Chicago Department of Planning seeking a
clarification on the project. The Zoning Administrator responded by stating more information on the
project is needed before an opinion can be issued. Additionally a letter was sent by Ald. Knudsen
to the Chicago Department of Buildings seeking an administrative hold for any building permits.
Senator Sara Feigenholtz and Rep. Ann Williams have sent a letter to the Illinois Commerce
Commission (ICC) concerning this matter. Ald. Lawson is also monitoring the development as this
is in the 43rd Ward and across the street from the 44th Ward.
Marie Poppy informed the group that ComEd purchased the property seven years ago. Neighbors
became concerned when surveying was done on the property. ComEd wants to build a large
building which should be located in a commercial zone. There is a small substation at Newport
and Seminary and a large substation near Costco on Clybourn that serves the area. Neighborhood
groups and the Diversey Community Coalition (DCC) offered various sites for consideration for the
substation. The Diversey property is not a good site for the substation based upon proximity to
three schools and that the property is located in a residential transit oriented development (TOD).
Wrightwood Neighbors Association (WNA) recently voted to not support the project. The Illinois
Commerce Commission (ICC) is taking testimony on the project. A request was made to have the
neighbors register on the portal for the ICC and raise your objection. Please also tell your
neighbors to voice their objections. The response to the project is due July 17, 2026 and the
hearing on the project will be Aug. 15 or 16 maybe in Chicago. Members of (DCC) will testify at the
hearing. A decision will be rendered likely in December as to whether the project will move forward
or not. Mark and Valerie Staublin encouraged residents to read the ICC website about this project.
ComEd testified that 62.5 %of the electricity from the new substation would serve Lincoln Yards
which ComEd denied making that statement at the community meeting. If the project moves
forward many streets will need to be torn up to run cables under the streets from Clybourn to the
new site. Ald. Lawson commented that there is a designation for a major versus minor utility
project. ComEd wants a minor classification and the elected officials and community want a major
classification. The major would require several hearings, more oversight by the ICC and be a
planned development. Both Ald. Lawson and Knudsen are seeking to introduce an ordinance to

address the major verses minor for utilities in Chicago. Mark Staublin asked for CLVN to oppose
the project. The CLVN By-Laws require a second presentation to vote on this request which would
occur on the September 8, 2026 meeting.
President’s Report: The schedule for the 2026 CLVN meetings will be in person on Sept. 8 and
Nov. 10. The CAPS schedule for 2026 is all meetings will be in person on Aug. 11, Sept. 8 and
Oct. 13 at 6:30 p.m. CLVN will hold a summer social at Barcocina, 2901 N. Sheffield, July 21, 2026
from 6-8 p.m. CLVN will provide one drink ticket and food. RSVP to
[email protected] if attending. The summer movies are Aug. 9-Zootopia 2 and
Goat on Aug. 23 which was a makeup date due to rain. The movies will be shown at dusk at
Hawthorne at School and Seminary. The movies are free to the public and banners will be posted
to advertise the movies.
Treasurer’s Report: Kink reported the treasury holds $18, 791.56.The flower sale made a profit of
$300.00. The movie sponsor donations are $2200.00. The beautification fund holds $3500.00 and
we have over 100 paid members which is an increase from last year.
Alderman Lawson Report: Alderman Lawson attended with Alex Ponder. Ponder joined the office in
April. There will be a Public Safety Town Hall at Advocate Illinois Masonic on July 22, 2026 at
6p.m. to provide increased awareness on public safety. The building at 1040 W. Belmont which
houses Giordano’s will be torn down and replaced with a five story building. Giordano’s will return
without a dining room. The Briar Street Theater is being converted into housing. An update on the
Green Way was provided. Eastbound bike traffic will travel on Wellington on the south side of the
street. Westbound bike traffic will travel on the north side on Oakdale. A stop sign will be in place
at Mildred and Wellington. The painting on the street will likely occur in summer or fall. Perhaps
Wellington from Sheffield to Halsted will be a slow zone. Work will be done on Oakdale and
Halsted to make the intersection safer.
Senator Feigenholtz Report: No report.
Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital: No report.
Lake View Citizen’s Council Report: Klees reported she was not able to attend the last meeting.
The next meeting is Sept. 3, 2026 but the location has not been announces. Jim Kink asked Klees to
get an invoice or information about the Director’s & Officers Liability Insurance from LVCC so CLVN can pay
their share from the organization.
Planning & Zoning Committee Report: No report.
Lake View East Chamber of Commerce: No report.
Chicago Cubs: No report
Minutes of May 12, 2026: Dorothy Klees made a motion to approve the minutes of May 12, 2026
which was seconded by Jim Kink. The motion to approve the minutes passed unanimously.
Old Business: None
New business: Next meeting will be held on September 8, 2026 in person at 7p.m.

Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
CAPS REPORT 19th District - Beat 1933 (boundary - Belmont to Diversey between Lincoln to Halsted):
The Commander is Amin Jessani and his contact information is [email protected]. The
CAPS Sergeant is Jessica Rocco and her contact info is [email protected]. The CAPS
meeting was held on July 14, 2026. The Court Advocacy Committee in the 19th District is following the case
of Leon Jackson who is now in custody. He has had 55 arrests with 10 of those for violence. His last arrest
last month was against someone walking. The attack was random. He is homeless and has mental health
issues. Be careful when you are walking and always report any crime to the police. His next court date is
July 15, 2026 at 26th & California at 9:00 a.m. On July 6, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. on the 2800 block of Seminary
three males committed fraud. They approached the victim and surrounded him in the front and back of the
victim. They told the victim they needed financial help for a funeral. The victim gave them $10.00 in cash
and they informed him they wanted an electronic payment. They grabbed his phone and made a payment.
The victim was able to call the bank to stop the payment. Also some scammers are presenting documents
to look like they work for the City and are seeking money. Call the police if you see these scammers. The
scammers will leave the area if they see the police responding. There were 6 cars that had catalytic
converters stolen. You can purchase a kit to place your VIN number on the catalytic converter or a small
cage to place over the converter. Also try to park in well lit areas. Burglaries and robberies are down in the
District and thefts were up by 7%. The new State’s Attorney is prosecuting thefts from businesses. There
was one burglary on the 1300 block of Barry involving a garage. It appears the garage was not locked. An
ebike and tools were stolen. If you have cameras register them with the police so detectives can look at
your footage. Many of the ebikes are not being recovered and individuals stealing are using for joy rides.
This year the Pride Parade ran smoothly and the post pride parade was successful. There were many
police in the District and good communication among the police. There were more fences around
businesses to not allow individuals to congregate. Some factions spread out this year from Belmont and
Sheffield to as far as Fullerton and Halsted. Many individuals after the parade were not allowed to take over
residential streets. The events were shut down earlier this year. Someone sprayed bear spray at Belmont
and Sheffield. A neighbor commented he was glad to see a police presence at Wellington and Seminary
post parade. CPD is on social media including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram. The next
CAPS meeting dates are Aug. 11, Sept. 8 and Oct. 13 at 6:30 p.m. You can also enroll in
www.smart911.com. Sign up for CLEARpath at www.chicagopolice.org to find the latest news and
communicate with the police. Also, you can text the police and receive cash rewards for tips on crime see
www.chicagopolice.org/txt2tip. Gang and narcotics-related calls can be made anonymously. The 19th
District CAPS phone is 312-744-0064.

Questions about your membership? Know neighbors that want to join? Go to www.clvn.org to download a
copy of our membership form or contact [email protected]. Attend the CLVN

Chicago Neighborhood Group

07/14/2026

CLVN meeting tonight! Olson Auditorium Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital.

CAPS meeting will be in person on July 14,
2026 at 6:30 p.m. in the Olson auditorium
at Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital.
CLVN Meeting July 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
in person at the Olson Auditorium at
Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital.
NEXT MEETING IN PERSON ON July 14, 2026
Agenda for In Person Meeting on July 14, 2026
1. First presentation for zoning change at 2858 N. Halsted from B3-2 to B2-3
2. Update on Greenway on Wellington (eastbound) and Oakdale (westbound)
3. Update on ComEd proposal for 1111 W. Diversey
4. President’s Report-Marsalek
5. Approval of Minutes – May 12, 2026
6. Treasurer’s Report-Kink
7. CLVN Planning and Zoning Report-Poppy
8. Government Reports-Aldermanic, State and Congress
9. Tubman School Report-Principal Hammaker
10. LVECC Report
11. LVCC Report – Klees
11. New Business
12. Old Business
13. Adjournment

07/14/2026

CLVN SUMMER SOCIAL

Come and meet your neighbors!
If you thought you missed it…you
Didn’t!

The actual date is……

July 21, 2026 from 6-8p
Bar Cocina 2901 N Sheffield

Food and drinks provided!!!

RSVP NOW!!! [email protected]

Here’s a second chance July 21!

07/09/2026

NEXT MEETING JULY 14TH.
CAPS AT 6:30
CLVN AT 7:00pm Olson Auditorium, Illinois Masonic.

07/09/2026

NOTES & NEWS: A CLVN publication highlighting membership meetings and events

visit our web site at www.clvn.org

Member Notices

CLVN Dues for 2026 are now being
accepted. Dues are $20 per person, $10
for seniors (60 years or older) and $50 for
a business. Dues for the 2026 calendar
year were due on Jan. 1, 2026. You can
pay by check, cash or paypal. Our
Treasurer is Jim Kink 3020 N. Kenmore.
CAPS meeting will be in person on July 14,
2026 at 6:30 p.m. in the Olson auditorium
at Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital.
CLVN Meeting July 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
in person at the Olson Auditorium at
Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital.
NEXT MEETING IN PERSON ON July 14, 2026
Agenda for In Person Meeting on July 14, 2026
1. First presentation for zoning change at 2858 N. Halsted from B3-2 to B2-3
2. Update on Greenway on Wellington (eastbound) and Oakdale (westbound)
3. Update on ComEd proposal for 1111 W. Diversey
4. President’s Report-Marsalek
5. Approval of Minutes – May 12, 2026
6. Treasurer’s Report-Kink
7. CLVN Planning and Zoning Report-Poppy
8. Government Reports-Aldermanic, State and Congress
9. Tubman School Report-Principal Hammaker
10. LVECC Report
11. LVCC Report – Klees
11. New Business
12. Old Business
13. Adjournment

Up-Coming Events

Aug. 9 Outdoor Movie –Zootopia 2, Dusk at Hawthorne School
Aug. 23 Outdoor Movie-Goat, Dusk at Hawthorne School (Rain date)

WHAT HAPPENED LAST MONTH
MINUTES FROM MAY 12, 2026 MEETING

CLVN President, Diann Marsalek, called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Officers in attendance: Area

Directors Dorothy Klees and Dorothy Mroski. Excused officers were: Terry Diamond-Vice President, Jim
Kink-Treasurer, Mary Anderson-Corresponding Secretary and Charles Wilcox-Area Director. A quorum was
present.

ComEd at 1100 W. Diversey Development: Since the presentation in March of 2026, Ald. Knudsen
has sent a letter to the Chicago Department of Planning seeking a clarification on the project. The
Zoning Administrator responded by stating more information on the project is needed before an
opinion can be issued. Additionally a letter was sent by Ald. Knudsen to the Chicago Department
of Buildings seeking an administrative hold for any building permits. Senator Sara Feigenholtz and
Rep. Ann Williams have sent a letter to the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) concerning this
matter.
A meeting is schedule with leaders from Wrightwood Neighbors Association, CLVN and the elected
officials to discuss next steps. Com Ed has information on their website at

https://www.comed.com/smart-energy/innovation-technology/reliability-
improvements/transmission-projects/lakeview-energy-dev-project. You can also find information at

DiverseyCC.org which is the Diversey Community Coalition. Neighbors reported many Com Ed
trucks at the site at 1:00 a.m. on May 11. Alderman Lawson’s office was also notified of the trucks
near the substation. The information was sent to Com Ed on May 12 and we received a response
on May 13th. The trucks were not ComEd trucks but were AT&T trucks which has been confirmed.
President’s Report: The schedule for the 2026 CLVN meetings will be in person on July 14, Sept.
8 and Nov. 10. The CAPS schedule for 2026 is all meetings will be in person on July 14, Aug. 11,
Sept. 8 and Oct. 13 at 6:30 p.m. The CLVN W**e Tasting was successful. Thanks to all who
attended and purchased raffle tickets and to Kirkwood for hosting the event. Summer outdoor
movies are being held on June 5 and August 9, 2026. The CLVN Flower Sale will be held this year
with orders due May 22, 2026 and delivery on May 29, 2026. CLVN will be looking for volunteers to
plant the corners after May 29, 2026 and a request for volunteers will be sent. The summer movies
are June 5-Goat and Aug. 9-Zootopia 2 which will be shown at dusk at Hawthorne at School and
Seminary. The movies are free to the public and banners will be posted to advertise the movies.
Treasurer’s Report: Marsalek reported the treasury holds $17,946.57 with $4,385.00 dedicated to
the Beautification Fund. Income for the 4 months ended April 30, 2026 totaled $3,596, including
membership income of $1,004, movie night sponsorship income of $1,200 and w**e tasting income
of $1,083. Expenses for the 4 months totaled $2,207 with the largest expense being $1,273 for
movie night expenses (movie licenses and banners).
We have 97 paid memberships as of May 8, 2026, which puts us past the 2025 membership level
of 96. Looking ahead, we anticipate receiving another $2,000 or so from movie night sponsorships
and incurring around $3,500 in movie night expenses in the next few months. Flower sale income
and expense will be reported in the next Treasurer’s Report.
Alderman Lawson Report: Alderman Lawson and Jake Shelley from his office presented on an
update of the Greenway Project for bike lanes on Wellington. The bike lanes would be on the south
side of Wellington. A stop sign would be placed at Mildred and Wellington to slow traffic. The
compromise to only have eastbound bike lanes on Wellington and the westbound lanes would be
moved to Oakdale. Alex Ponder is the new aide as Isaac Trancoso has left the office. Some bikers
who attended the meeting had concerns for the bike lanes on Oakdale, concerns for speed bumps
on Oakdale and getting doored by drivers. There was also a safety concern for Oakdale at Clark
and Halsted for the bikers. The Alderman stated the speed limit would be 20 miles per hour.

Concerns were raised about speed bumps for ice /snow removal and cleaning the streets. Barry is
not being considered due to the navigation of Clark, Barry and Halsted. Education will need to
happen for hospital workers, visitors and cyclists to follow the rules of the road when biking. Send
your comments to Alderman Lawson on this newest proposal. The 44th Ward has a new Ward
superintendent, Joe Brogdan. Tommy K is former Ward Superintendent has been promoted. Ald.
Lawson is looking forward to block parties over the summer and his Kids Bike Parade is June 13th
Pride will occur on the last Sunday in June and feedback from last year was considered. The office
will confirm if the Diversey bus will be rerouted onto Wellington and the Belmont bus rerouted onto
Racine. Sign up for the 44th Ward newsletter at 44thward.org. Neighbors were concerned about
the post parade crime and crowds. Area businesses have been asked to put up fencing to block of
the parking lots so groups can’t congregate. The goal is to make the area safe for residents after
the parade. The CTA makes the decision to stop or by pass stops based on safety and the number
of people on the el platforms. Residents suggested the police use megaphones to announce traffic
flow. The Alderman’s office is selling guest passes. A resident voiced concerned that big parcels of
land are developed with no housing offered. The Alderman responded that some of the big parcels
have zoning by right and some are not in the business of providing housing such as the Cubs,
hospitals, utilities schools, etc. the 43rd, 32nd and 44rd Ward Alderman are working to address the
Com Ed proposal at 1111 W. Diversey.
Senator Feigenholtz Report: No report.
Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital: No report.
Lake View Citizen’s Council Report: Klees reported the next meeting is June 4 at 6:30 p.m. on
Zoom.
Planning & Zoning Committee Report: No report.
Lake View East Chamber of Commerce: No report.
Tubman report: No report.
Chicago Cubs: No report
Minutes of March 14, 2026: Dorothy Klees made a motion to approve the minutes of March 14,
2026 which was seconded by Karen Gaus. The motion to approve the minutes passed
unanimously.
Old Business: None
New business: Next meeting will be held on July 14, 2026 in person at 7p.m.
Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
CAPS REPORT 19th District - Beat 1933 (boundary - Belmont to Diversey between Lincoln to Halsted):
The Commander is Amin Jessani and his contact information is [email protected]. The
CAPS Sergeant is Jessica Rocco and her contact info is [email protected]. The CAPS
meeting was held on May 12, 2026. A review of crime numbers occurred-0 homicides, 0 shootings, 0
robberies and 0 burglaries from this time last year. Robberies were down 1 from last year and burglaries
down 3 from last year. There were 2 aggravated batteries which was down 1 from last year. The aggravated

batteries occurred at 7:30 a.m. on the 800 block of Oakdale where the victim and offender knew each other.
The offender used a 2 foot sword to attack the victim and the offender had been drinking. The second
aggravated battery occurred at 3:30 p.m. on the 1000 block of Barry in which 2 juvenile offenders
approached the victim and used box-cutters to lacerate the victim’s arm. The 19th District and the City are
experiencing thefts of airbags from cars. Most of the vehicles are Honda’s. There was 1 catalytic converter
stolen. The use of a club on the steering wheel can be a deterrent. Most of these thefts are fast and
occurring at night. Keep your cars in the garage. The 19th District has a limited supply of clubs for the car to
those who live in the 19th District and own a Honda. Some individuals may be stealing the airbag for
precious metals while the police are also looking to see if shops are buying the air bags as a resale or
cheaper market. A resident informed the police of a women being assaulted on the 3100 block of Lakewood
as the women did not report the assault to the police. A car left after the assault and returned to smash
windows from a parked car in the same area. The police advised if a crime is committed to report to the
police so they can add extra coverage on the beat and investigate. Individuals can call 911 to report or go to
the police station. The Pride Parade route will be the same and more information will be coming. The police
have asked businesses with large parking areas to fence off the area so crowds can’t congregate after the
parade. The police also warned not to give personal information or your phone to anyone as there are many
scammers trying to get you information.
A CAPS meeting was held on June 9, 2026. There were no robberies from May to June. There was one
burglary on the 1100 block of Barry during the day with no one home and the offender smashed a window
on a rear door to enter. A play station and jewelry were taken. There were two incidents for deceptive
practice. The first occurred on May 28 in which three males approached a woman and asked for a donation
on the “Square App”. She donated $5.00 and they took her phone. She later learned there was an
unauthorized charge for $3000.00 on her Discover Card. A second incident occurred on June 6, 2026 on
the 3100 block of Seminary in which four males approached a woman and asked for a donation. She sent
them $5.00 and later had an unauthorized loss of $3000.00 from her bank account. A person attending the
meeting asked about a large group of teens that took over Belmont and Sheffield. The police indicated they
responded quickly and watch social media to see where these teen takeovers will be occurring. CPD is on
social media including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram. The next CAPS meeting dates are
July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8 and Oct. 13 at 6:30 p.m. You can also enroll in www.smart911.com. Sign up for
CLEARpath at www.chicagopolice.org to find the latest news and communicate with the police. Also, you
can text the police and receive cash rewards for tips on crime see www.chicagopolice.org/txt2tip. Gang and
narcotics-related calls can be made anonymously. The 19th District CAPS phone is 312-744-0064.

Questions about your membership? Know neighbors that want to join? Go to www.clvn.org to download a
copy of our membership form or contact [email protected]. Attend the CLVN meetings
to build a better, safer, and stronger community.

CLVN
C/O Mary Anderson
3107 N. Kenmore
Chicago, Illinois 60657

Chicago Neighborhood Group

06/05/2026

The movie is cancelled for tonight because the weather is uncertain.
The makeup date is August 23

05/10/2026

Next CLVN meeting May 12 at 7p at Olson Auditorium at Advocate Hospital