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Volume XI, Issue 9 October 2009

OCTOBER OCCURANCES
ALDERMANIC MESSAGE

Just as September returned the children to school

chores, it gave us additional time to work on the
programs we need to obtain and the services we are
committed to giving. We continue meeting with
experts, looking at various Urban Agriculture projects
and searching for funding. Some of you may have
heard that we will be doing Urban Farming in the 6th
Ward. We’ve identified some lots and are waiting for
the environmental studies to be completed. A
companion project to one being undertaken by Ald.
Helen Shiller of the 46th Ward, we’ve been joining
forces and sharing resources to get her indoor
Aquaponics/hyrdoponics operation underway and my
farm in Englewood planted. It’s my plan to also do
The barbers at L & M Barber and Beauty Shop gave more than 50
Aquaponics (farming fish) but we are proceeding
free ‘Back to School’ hair cuts to young men last month. Several
methodically and the first step is to get something other barber shops in the Ward participated in this program.
growing. Let me add that early on we met with
Chicago State University and the City Colleges of
Chicago about the creation of a curriculum for youth
Pre-K thru College. Chicago State has stepped up to
the challenge and last Friday (while they were flushing
our plans for the Olympics) I was walking through the
proposed site of the Aquaponics program at CSU. It’s
going to be really impressive.

Aldermanic Message continued on Page 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pg. 1 Aldermanic Message
FREE Haircuts
Gov. Patrick Quinn
Pg. 2 Aldermanic Message Continued
2011 Chicago Vehicle Sticker Art Contest
Community Treasures
Pg. 3 FYI and Save the Date
Pg. 4 Employment Services for Ex-Offenders
Gov. Patrick Quinn poses with Alderman Lyle in front of the Ward
Senior Community Service Employment Program
office when he stopped by the office in September.

Newsletter 1
 Aldermanic Message continued from page 1
Producing more fresh vegetables is only one part of
the solution to the problem of lack of access in
communities of color. Distribution is another part.
In that regard we plan to (and are working on)
creating a year round Market where we can sell our
produce, farmers can sell their products and other small
local business persons can sell theirs. I want to be clear
that we will never grow enough on our farm to fill the
needs of those communities. That is not the goal. Our
goal is to increase the quantity and quality of produce to
those within our reach. It is our goal to educate all who
hear our voices about healthy choices. Our goal is to
encourage and prod Churches to teach home economic
skills so young mothers can properly prepare the produce
we are providing. It’s our goal to teach children how to
value the earth, plant a seed, watch something grow and
then eat it for dinner. It’s our goal to reduce the rates of
childhood obesity, childhood diabetes, and childhood
hypertension. More on our plans and how it ties into
homeland security next month…..
As I was returning from the Congressional Black
Caucus in DC (where I met with ‘green’ people and
studied the DC Eastern Market) everyone was talking
about how substantive the program was this year.
We were all energized and ready to do battle in our
respective communities. While sitting in the airport I
jumped on the internet to read the papers and learned
about the 3 Black teens who were murdered. Both Judge
Michael Stuttley and I were at a loss for words. Judge
Stuttley handles troubled youth in Markham and has
worked diligently to help them turn their lives around.
But even he was surprised at the savagery occurring in
our neighborhoods. No one has the silver bullet that will
make young men stop shooting, or young men realize
that there are consequences to their actions and when
you beat someone with a 2 x 4 they do really, really die.
What we did agree on however was, we can not stop
working to save those we can and protect those we do
not even know. We must work in our homes, in our
Churches and in our neighborhoods to instill values and
respect into the young people we touch. We
must mobilize and collectively say enough is enough
to those young predators who walk among us and those
in charge of protecting all of us. The same energies that
propelled a Black Chicagoan to the White House must
now be channeled into creating a society that nurtures
and protects its youth. I know that's a tall order but
I know that together we can, once again.
Freddrenna Lyle
Newsletter 2
2011 Chicago Vehicle Sticker Art Contest
Clerk Miguel del Valle invites all Chicago high
school students, grades 9-12, to participate in the 15th
Annual Vehicle Sticker Art Contest! The theme for
the 2010-2011 vehicle sticker will feature “Burham’s
Chicago”. All entries must be submitted through the
student’s school to room 107 in City Hall by 5:00 p.m.
on Oct. 30, 2009.
The student with the winning design will receive a
$1,000 savings bond and the artwork will appear on
the 2010vehicle sticker. The second place winner will
receive a $500 savings bond, the third place winner
will receive a $250 savings bond and each of the seven
remaining finalists receive a $100 savings bond. Go to
www.chicityclerk.com or call 312.744.2507 to
download entry forms and contest rules.
COMMUNITY TREASURES
St. Columbanus
I was talking to a woman while standing in a line in
Washington, D.C. on Sept. 24th who now lives in St.
Louis but was raised in Chicago, and attended St.
Columbanus. I began to tell her how beautiful the Church
looks and she told me she visits whenever she is here
because her sister still lives in the area and is an active
volunteer. Founded in 1909, St. Columbanus Church and
School served the needs of Irish immigrants who moved
into the prosperous Park Manor neighborhood. By 1954,
the Parish membership became predominately African-
American, making St. Columbanus Church one of the
oldest Black Catholic parishes in Chicago. 100 years
later, as other Parishes lost their schools and
congregations, St. Columbanus remains a vibrant
community Church with a quality school. For more info
go to http://www.stcolumbanuschicago.org
Service is Its Middle Name
Illinois Service Federal Savings & Loan is celebrating its
75th year of operation. Opened in 1934 in a 1 room office
on 47th & State, with $7000.00 in deposits, the bank now
has 2 branches ( 46th & King and our branch at 87th &
King) with a total of more than $133 million dollars in
deposits. The legacy of the 13 African American
businessmen who wanted to create a Savings & Loan
where Blacks could obtain mortgages is all around you as
you drive through Chicago's South Side. When Blacks
were denied mortgages to buy property in Chatham, South
Shore, Park Manor, Englewood, etc., they could and did
turn to ISF. 75 years later and still supporting our
community, ISF welcomes your patronage. For more
information go to http://www.isfbank.com/
P.s. ISF was never in danger during the most recent
banking meltdowns because it didn't engage in
predatory/risky loans.

F. Y. I. F. Y. I.
2010 CSBG-ARRA Scholarship…If you have a student who
will be enrolled in an Illinois college, university or vocational
training school by January 15, 2010, he or she may qualify for
a 2010 Community Services Block Grant - American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act (CSBG-ARRA) Scholarship.
To be eligible for the scholarship the student must have a
home residence in the City of Chicago; must meet new
CSBG-ARRA income guidelines; and must be enrolled full-
time in an Illinois Institution. Scholarships range from $1,000
to $5,000. For more information and an application packet,
visit www.cityofchicago.org/fss (click on 2010 CSBG-ARRA
Scholarship) or call 312.746.8610. The application deadline
is October 15, 2009.
Preparing Real Fathers for the World of Work…Are you a
father between the ages of 18 and 35? Are you looking for a
better paying job? Do you want a stronger relationship with
your kids and family? Metropolitan Family Services
(Southeast Chicago Center) 3062 E. 91st St., is offering a one-
week job and family skills success series starting Monday,
Oct. 12, 2009. Get help preparing for and finding a job; learn
new and effective parenting skills; receive access to legal
assistance, health care, and counseling services; examine
what’s holding you back and how to overcome it and much
more. Breakfast and lunch will be provided and there will be
attendance and educational progress incentives. For more
information call Quincy Roseborough at 773.371.2920.
Whitney Young Library…Plans to build a new library at 79th
& King Dr. are moving forward. Only 1 property remains to
be purchased and new drawings are underway as the plan
shifts from a 1 story to a 2 story library which will replace the
old building.
75th Street Sewer Repairs...There are 111 small businesses
located between State St. and Cottage Grove Ave. on 75th St.
Each struggles to survive to provide goods and services to our
community. With the exception of two blocks, 75th St. is now
open to vehicular traffic. So please take a walk down 75th St.
and patronize the businesses. “PASS THE WORD”
71st Street Streetscape Project Completed… The
redevelopment of 71st Street’s infrastructure began at a
community center in 1998. Years later we obtained the
money for the 1st phase and still later the 2nd phase. We
have now reached completion of the project at a cost
exceeding $900,000.00.
Newsletter 3
Watch the 6th Ward Scene
CAN-TV Channel 19
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday, 6:00 p.m. &
Every 1st and 3rd Friday, 1:00 p.m.
SAVE THE DATE!!!
2010 CSBG-ARRA Scholarships
Application Deadline October 15, 2009
For Eligibility Information, contact the
Chicago Dept. of Family & Support Services
www.cityofchicago.org/fss or call
312.746.8610 (see the FYI column)
Property Assessment Appeal Seminar
for the Hyde Park Township
Sponsored by Chicago Tax Assistance Center
Thursday, October 15th 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
at the 6th Ward Office, 406 E. 75th St.
Reassessment notices contain proposed values that will be
reflected on 2nd installment tax bills due in the Fall of 2010. The
deadline to file appeals for properties in the Hyde Park
Township is Oct. 30, 2009.
"Old Kennedy-King College" Demolition
and TIF Meeting
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009 6:00 p.m.
Alden Wentworth Nursing Home 201 E. 69th St.
Halloween Parties
Oct. 22-24, 29 & 30 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
63rd St. Beach House-63rd & Lake Shore Dr.
All Ages $7.00
Friday, October 30th 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Cole Park-361 E. 85th St.
Ages 6-12 $2.00
Friday, October 30th 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Abbott Park-49 E. 95th St.
All Ages $2.00
Friday, October 30th 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Grand Crossing Park-7655 S. Ingleside
All Ages FREE
Jazz City: Orbert Davis Quartet & Tre Dumas
Friday, November 6th 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
South Shore Cultural Center 7059 S. South Shore Dr.
Call 773.256.0149 for more information (FREE)
6th Ward Monthly Meetings
Thursday, November 12, 6:30 p.m.
Mt. Nebo Church Baptist
354 W. 71st St.
Thursday, December 10, 6:30 p.m.
Carter Temple C.M.E. Church
7841 S. Wabash Ave.
(Enter thru parking lot on 79th St.)
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES FOR EX-OFFENDERS
Mayor Daley's WorkNet Chicago is committed to
helping ex-offenders re-enter the workforce. The selected
WorkNet partners listed below have experience working
with ex-offenders in programs that offer job readiness
training and skill development alongside support services
that help individuals achieve self-sufficiency. To find
other WorkNet agencies or receive additional information
on our programs for ex-offenders, contact the Mayor's
Office of Workforce Development at 312-746-7777
(Illinois Relay 711 for Deaf or speech impaired
communications).
Chicago land Youth and Adult Training Center
6301 S. Halsted
773-783-0441
Community Assistance Program
435 W. 119th
773-468-1993
Goodwill Industries
2435-37 W. 63rd
773-863-6030
Heartland Alliance
1525 E. Hyde Park Blvd.
773-624-6148, ext. 1914
St. Sabina/Catholic Bishop of Chicago
7909 S. Racine
773-783-3760
Woodlawn Preservation
6101 S. Evans
773-324-0619
Programs for Women
The Enterprising Kitchen
4426 N. Ravenswood
773-506-3880
Support Advantage for Women/Leslie's Place
1014 N. Hamlin
773-342-88384
WORLD SPORT CHICAGO SCHOLARSHIPS
High School juniors who live in Chicago, attend
school in Chicago, have played an Olympic or
Paralympics sport for 2 seasons in the last 3 years and
maintain a “C” average or better are eligible for apply
for the World Sport Chicago Scholarship. 56 Chicago
high school juniors will become WSC Scholars and
receive Kaplan ACT tutoring and Chicago Scholars
mentoring. WSC scholars will also be eligible for one
of 16 renewable college scholarships worth up to
$10,000 annually ($40,000 total). The deadline for
applications is Nov. 30, 2009. For more information,
visit www.wscscholars.org or call 312.784.3313.
Newsletter 4
SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
The Senior Community Service Employment Program,
sponsored by the Illinois Department on Aging, is a training
program designed to assist the mature worker (at least 55
years old) in re-entering the job market. It operates under a
grant from the U.S. Department of Labor under the Title V
of the Older Americans Act.
The training program places eligible individuals, usually
for 20 hours a week at minimum wages, in nonprofit
agencies or community service agencies community
assignments. Mature workers will also be assisted in skill
enhancement opportunities and assistance in the transition
to unsubsidized employment.
There are two types of community service assignments
available:
Program Trainee I -Provide assistance to the Department
by performing direct service duties; Provide information to
seniors regarding services and programs offered by the
Department; Assists at nutrition sites to reserve meals
tickets, set-up, serve food, keep kitchen and dining areas
clean-up.
Program Trainee II - Develops relationships with nursing
home residents by conducting regular visits; Performs
support services such as listening, talking and reading to
residents; keep residents aware of various advocacy
services available to them; Alerts City Department to actual
and potential abuse situations.
To become a Senior Community Service Employment
Program trainee, you must:
Be at least 55 years of age
Resident of the City of Chicago
Meet the Federal income requirements
Be unemployed
Be able to work (train) 83 hrs/month, week-end availability
may be required.
Training Benefits:
Training wage - $7.50 an hour
Annual physical
Assistance in the transition to unsubsidized employment
To apply for the Senior Community Service
Employment Program or for more information, contact the
Chicago Department of Senior Services at (312)744-4407.
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