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April 21, 2021
48th Ward Weekly Update April 1st
From the Office of 48th Ward Alderman Osterman: "April 21, 2021 Dear Neighbor, Today City Council passed with broad support, 42-8, a revised Affordable Requirements Ordinance (ARO) that will double the amount of affordable units developers seeking a zoning change or TOD will be required to build. This new framework will ensure that the ARO is a significant tool in the toolbox when it comes to increasing affordable units throughout the City by increasing the number of on-site affordable u…
April 2, 2021
Vaccine Side Effects – Reported By CNN
From CNN Online: Don't freak out if you get these side effects from a Covid-19 vaccine. They can actually be a good sign. By Holly Yan, CNN Updated 2:57 PM ET, Thu April 1, 2021 "(CNN) With millions more Americans getting vaccinated every day, some have complained about fever, fatigue and other ailments they weren't expecting. Don't panic, doctors say. Side effects from Covid-19 vaccines won't last long. And they're actually proof that your immune system is worki…
March 25, 2021
You’ve Had The COVID Vaccine, Now What?
That...Why You Should Continue Wearing Your Face Covering...and more. The latest guidance and recommendations as presented by the CDC, directly from the source, though some of this may be inconsistent with State and City guidance: When You’ve Been Fully Vaccinated How to Protect Yourself and Others Updated Mar. 23, 2021 COVID-19 vaccines are effective at protecting you from getting sick. Based on what we know about COVID-19 vaccines, people who have been fully vaccinated…
March 19, 2021
Cook County Tax Deferral Program
Although the March 1st filing deadline for this year has passed we've continued to get some questions about the County's Property Tax Deferral program. It's never too late to plan ahead for next year. So to assist, directly from the County Treasurer's website: The Senior Citizen Real Estate Tax Deferral Program The Senior Citizen Real Estate Tax Deferral program is a tax-relief program that works like a loan. It allows qualified seniors to defer a maximum of $5,000 per tax year (this in…
February 26, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions
From CBS News Online: "COVID-19 vaccine FAQ: Answers to your most common questions BY LESLIE GORNSTEIN UPDATED ON: FEBRUARY 22, 2021 / 9:00 AM / CBS NEWS A year into the coronavirus pandemic, Americans are anxious, depressed and frustrated — but also hopeful, as vaccines start rolling out to qualified people across the country. But as the vaccine has arrived, so have the questions: What's in the vaccine? Why two doses? Who should and shouldn't get it? Here are the answers to your…
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