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Volume X, Issue 6 June 2010

Enjoy the Summer in the Ward!

Aldermanic Message 6TH WARD SCHOOLS TOP TWO STUDENTS

The top two students in the 6th Wards Elementary and
Block Clubs
High Schools, Class of 2010, were honored at Alderman
Over the past few years, our neighborhood has been
Lyles Annual Graduates Reception, A Salute to
hit hard by foreclosures and abandoned property. While
Academic Excellence on June 3rd. Each student received a
the City has aggressively pursued the mortgage holder,
certificate, Savings Bond and a picture with Alderman
some have gone to new extremes to avoid responsibility
Lyle.
by delaying the final judgment of foreclosure to prolong
the time before they are actually the property owners. Banneker Janessa Doyle Valedictorian
Meanwhile, your block has one or maybe more vacant, Banneker Tametrius Files Salutatorian
unkempt properties. As unpleasant as this might be for Burnside Courtney Hulsey Valedictorian
the aesthetics of your block, if the property is boarded Burnside Lakeisha Witt Salutatorian
and secure you are among the fortunate. Some of our Deneen Victoria Crider Valedictorian
blocks battle the squatters that occupy open properties Dixon Mariah Madison Valedictorian
and use it for partying and drug use. We board them up Dixon Tracy Barnes Salutatorian
and they tear the boards down and re-enter. Gillespie Elisha Williams Valedictorian
I thought of this the other day when I paid a young Gillespie Sammie Dixon Salutatorian
man to cut the grass in front of one of the 4 vacant Harlan H. S. Lorrina Patterson Valedictorian
properties on my block. This winter we are going to do a Harlan H. S. Tiffany Morris Salutatorian
fundraiser to raise money to help keep the grass cut in Hinton Michael Hamilton Valedictorian
front of vacant properties. My colleague, Ald. Schulter,
Hinton Tiere McGary Salutatorian
has a major event each year that his businesses support
Neil Brittney Thomas Valedictorian
just for this purpose. I am not nave enough to believe
that we will raise of the money he does because he has Neil Xavier Harrison Salutatorian
a larger business district, but it might be enough to help Park Manor Shanique Fields Valedictorian
some of the block clubs next summer. Meanwhile this Park Manor Jasia Smith Salutatorian
summer, we have to ask neighbors and block clubs to Parker Acad. Cheyenne Baker Valedictorian
pitch in and cut that overgrown lawn on your block. Parker Acad. La Keisha Sims Salutatorian
Why you ask? Well it will certainly reduce your Pirie Antonio Ewings Valedictorian
stress by not having to look at it every single day. It will Pirie Rainasia Harris Salutatorian
also prevent the weeds from blowing onto your lawn? Robeson H.S. Arthurine Joseph Valedictorian
Further, keeping the property reasonably neat and Robeson H.S. Tinayia Washington Salutatorian
Continued on page 2 Ruggles Javonna Ramsey Valedictorian
Ruggles Nikhaule Martin Salutatorian
TABLE OF CONTENTS Shedd Sianna Cartman Valedictorian
Pg. 1 Aldermanic Message Shedd Hakeem Adebimqe Salutatorian
The 6th Wards Top 2 Students St. Columbanus Aliyah Singleton Valedictorian
Pg. 2 Aldermanic Message Cont. St. Columbanus Sierra Jackson Salutatorian
Annual Picnic and Marketplace St. Dorothy Asia Brewington Valedictorian
Pg. 3 FYI and Save the Date St. Dorothy Renisha Malik Salutatorian
Pg. 4 Vehicle & Residential Zone Sticker Sales Yale Tyreesha Owens Valedictorian
The 6th Ward Leadership Academy Yale Aaliyah Whitehorn Salutatorian

Newsletter 1
 Aldermanic Message continued Join Alderman Lyle, her staff & volunteers for a
fun-filled day at the 6th Wards
maintained signals to the bad guys that you are a block with
pride, a block that cares and a block that looks out for each Annual Neighborhood Picnic
other. Thats exactly the message you want them to get so
they look elsewhere to do their dirt. So hey, get that child, & Marketplace
grandchild to run the mower over that lawn thats about to
be 3 feet tall, it may cost you a little gas but it could save
you a lot more in aggravation and maybe property values.
Since the last newsletter, Ive met with Mr. Lewis
Jordan CEO of the Chicago Housing Authority. We
discussed the fact that there are only 118 families receiving
Section 8 vouchers as a result of the Transformation of
Public Housing. There are, however, others through HUD
and those that were in the community before the
Transformation. As a result of the meeting, Alderman
Michelle Harris and I are holding a joint Property Owners
meeting in July with all the landlords that received
vouchers. The purpose is to define for them our values and
mores and expectations from their tenants and their
responsibilities as owners to the community.
This past week we saw the perfect example of absentee
ownership in a bungalow community. The owner of the
property at 8220 S. Rhodes rented the home to tenants who
moved out and left both dogs and cats in the house,
according to news accounts. The neighbors say she would
return to the home periodically to feed the animals but the
stench was overbearing. After numerous complaints Police
and Fire entered the home to find the dead animals and you
saw the results on the news.

Freddrenna Lyle
Alderman Freddrenna M. Lyle will host the
Annual 6th Ward Neighborhood Picnic &
Marketplace.

Saturday, July 17th

Alderman Lyle (1st row center) is surrounded by some of
the 6th Wards brightest graduates. The photo was taken
Wed., June 2nd at the Annual Graduates Reception
honoring the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of each
Elementary School and High School in the 6th Ward. The
name of each student is listed on page 1. This event is
sponsored by Lyle for Kids and ComEd.
Tuley Park
501 E. 90th Pl. (King Dr.)
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of food, fun,
entertainment, shopping and more. Bring a chair
or blanket and have a good time.
Your Community Organization, 6th Ward
Church, or Block Club is welcome to sign up for
an information table. If you would like to be a
vendor or sign up for a table at the event, space is
still available. For more information about the
picnic or if you are willing to volunteer, contact
Francine Smith, picnic coordinator, 773.846.7006.

Newsletter 2

F. Y. I.
F. Y. I.
Greater West Town Training Partnership
Applications are currently available for the Greater West
Towns Vocational training program in Shipping and
Receiving. This 12 week program prepares trainees in:
UPS & FedEx Document Preparation; RF Scanners;
Warehouse Operations; Computerized Inventory
Control; Forklift Operation & OSHA Safety and
Workplace Ethics. There is no cost to eligible low-
income Chicago area applicants. Financial Aid is
available to cover 100% of the cost. This is a State of
Illinois/WIA Certified Training program and job
placement assistance is available upon completion.
Classes start July 6, 2010. Call NOW for more
information, 312.563.9028.
The Englewood Block Club ConventionDo you want
to learn about new ways to improve your block; prevent
and reduce crime; connect with other neighbors to share
ideas on how to help you community; find out how to
start or join a Block Club? If the answer to any of these
questions is yes then you and your neighbors should
attend the Block Club Convention. Join the 7th District
CAPS June 26, 10a-1p, Ogden Park-6500 S. Racine.
SCAM ALERT TARGETING SENIORSOn May
10th, a caller contacted a Senior Citizen in Chatham by
telephone and told her she had an outstanding balance of
$14.00 from a hospitalization bill years ago. The person
told her that the bill was never paid in full. Without
verifying or asking any questions, the Senior Citizen
gave the caller her bank card information over the phone
to take care of the supposed outstandingFrom balance.
the 6thAWard Alderman & Staff:
relative of the SeniorAlderman
found out about
Lyle, the call,
Francine, Vinona, Rosemary, Richard, Sherrod, Northern Trust
contacted the bank and the account was closed
immediately. Fortunately, no funds had been withdrawn.
Please be careful about giving out your bank information
to strangers over the telephone. Always ask for written
documentation to be mailed to you about any
outstanding debts.
Summer Events in the CityIts time for fun in the sun.
Enjoy your City while attending these annual events.
Blues Fest, June 11-13, Grant Park
Taste of Chicago, June 25-July 4, Grant Park
Air and Water Show, Aug. 14-15, North Ave. Beach
Jazz Fest, September 4-5, Grant Park
Country Music Fest, October 8-9, Millennium Park
Newsletter 3
Watch the 6th Ward Scene
CAN-TV Channel 19
Thursday, June 3 & 17, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, June 4 & 18, 1:00 p.m.
SAVE THE DATE!!!
Grand Crossing Park-
New Playground Construction
Friday & Saturday, June 18 & 19, 2010
8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. each day
7655 S. Ingleside Ave.
The Grand Crossing Park Advisory Council and its supporters
will build a new play lot for the children. FREE FOOD111
The Englewood Block Club Convention
Saturday, June 26, 2010, 10:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Ogden Park Field House 6500 S. Racine Ave.
Workshops, Video Presentations, Raffle, Light Refreshments
For more information, call 312.747.6722
City of Chicago Vehicle Sticker &
Residential Zone Parking Sticker Sale
Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
6th Ward Office 406 E. 75th St.
Annual 6th Ward Family Picnic & Marketplace
Saturday, July 17, 2010, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuley Park 501 E. 90th Pl. (King Dr.)
FREE food, entertainment & fun!
SAVE THE CHILDREN
95TH St. 2nd Annual Reunion Picnic
Princeton Park, Burnside, Euclid/Washington Heights,
Lowden Homes/Lily Dale)
Saturday, July 31, 2010 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Abbott Park 95th & State St. (So. Baseball field)
For more info contact US Floyd 773.457.0488 or
Catherine Simmons 708.902.6203
6th Ward Monthly Meeting
Thursday, July 8, 2010, 6:30 p.m.
Michael and KeithBank
7801 S. State St.
NO MEETING IN AUGUST
Thursday, September 9, 2010 6:30 p.m.
Crerar Memorial Presbyterian Church
8100 S. Calumet Ave.
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 6:30 p.m.
Senior Suites of Chatham
8300 S. Cottage Grove Ave.
Thursday, November 11, 2010, 6:30 p.m.
New Birth Kingdom Ministries
7044 S. Princeton Ave.

Vehicle &
Residential
Zone Sticker
Sales at the
6th Ward
Office
Once again we will be able to offer the convenience of
picking up your City sticker in the 6th Ward Service
Office at no extra charge. If you have not purchased the
sticker which now includes your residential zone parking
permit, you could start to receive tickets on July 16th at
midnight. The City Clerks office will sell Vehicle and
Residential Zone Stickers as well as Parking Guest Book
Stickers on:
Tuesday, July 13th, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
6th Ward Service Office---406 E. 75th Street
The prices for the vehicle stickers are as follows:
Small passenger vehicles (under 4,500 lbs)
$75.00
Large passenger vehicles (4,500 lbs or more)
$120.00
Senior Citizens (large or small vehicles)
$30.00 (1 discount per family)
Truck (16,000 lbs or less) $180.00
Motorcycle $45.00
Residents who live in residential parking zones will find
their zone number printed on their annual vehicle sticker.
Seniors citizens are required to provide proof of age to
receive the senior discount. Make your check or money
order payable to the City Clerk. Please bring your
renewal form. For more information, call 773.846.7006.
This service is provided for your convenience by
Alderman Freddrenna Lyle &
The City Clerk of Chicago.
We need your help getting
information out to the
community. Volunteer to
become a 6th Ward
Block Liaison.
Newsletter 4
The 6th Ward Leadership Academy
The 6th Ward Leadership Academy is designed to
engage 6th Ward youth (ages 10-15) in an inspiring,
engaging and intellectually stimulating environment. This
program will build leadership, interpersonal and
communication skills while providing cultural and career
exposure to the youth. Some of the program components
are community service projects, gang and drug
prevention, entrepreneurship and organized sports in
collaboration with World Sport Chicago. We believe it is
paramount to provide a safe and productive atmosphere
during the summer months when children are most
vulnerable to violence.
The 6th Ward Leadership Academy is free for the first
fifty (50) participants and is sponsored by Lyle for Kids
and Diversified Behavioral Comprehensive Care.
To Apply:
Complete and sign the participant application, which can
be picked up at the 6th Ward office or at any 6th Ward
school. Completed applications may be returned via Scan
and email (signature required) to lyleforkids@gmail.com,
Fax to (773) 846-0503 (Attn: The 6th Ward Leadership
Academy) or Hand Deliver forms to the 6th Ward office
or Lyle for Kids headquarters at 7318 S. Cottage Grove.
Academy Information: This is a seven-week
program (June 28-August 13) that runs Monday through
Friday from 10am- 4pm. The program will be run from
Paul Robeson High School located at 6835 S Normal
Blvd.
Transportation: Parents or guardians are responsible
for providing daily transportation to and from the
location. Lyle for Kids will provide a bus to transport
youth on all field trips.
Dress and Attire: All youth will be given a camp t-
shirt that they are expected to wear.
Volunteering: If you are interested in volunteering
with the Leadership Academy, please contact the
Program Director directly by calling (773) 756-8061.
Questions or Concerns: Please contact Lyle for Kids
at (773) 994-5747 or via email at
lyleforkids@gmail.com.
See you next month!
Your monthly message from
Freddrenna M. Lyle, 6th Ward
Alderman and Committeeman
Service Office 406 East 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 846-7006 (773) 846-9104 fax
Email Address: ward06@cityofchicago.org
Website Address: www.6thwardalderman.com