Committee on Special Events, Cultural Affairs and Recreation

Thursday, June 15, 2023 · 12:00 PM PM · City Hall - Council Chamber - Chicago, Illinois

TL;DR

The Committee on Special Events, Cultural Affairs and Recreation approved two property conveyances to Neighborspace, a nonprofit land trust, to develop community gardens in Chicago's South Side neighborhoods. These ordinances will transform vacant lots into green spaces for local residents, supporting urban gardening and community development.

Key Decisions

  • Calumet Gateway Garden Property Transfer Recommended to Pass
  • Eco Garden North Property Transfer Recommended to Pass

Agenda

  1. Attendance
  2. Approval of Rule 45 Report for May, 2023
  3. 1 Conveyance of property at 3302-3326 E 92nd St to Neighborspace and allocation of financial assistance for development of Calumet Gateway Garden
    Ordinance
    Action: Recommended to Pass

    The Ordinance was Recommended to Pass.

  4. 2 Conveyance of property at 3024-3040 W Fifth Ave to Neighborspace and allocation of financial assistance for development of Eco Garden North Garden
    Ordinance
    Action: Recommended to Pass

    The Ordinance was Recommended to Pass.