We thank the Austin Weekly News for their continued coverage of the NLCCC Comprehensive Community planning process. The following articles have recently run in the newspaper.
CTA’s Blue Line plans include new West Side stations
The proposal, still in the preliminary phase, will be open to public scrutiny at June 29 meeting
By Robert Felton
The Chicago Transit Authority is working on a plan to renovate Blue Line train tracks and stations between the Forest Park and Clinton stops, and is seeking feedback from residents of the North Lawndale community on the details of the ambitious proposal. More
North Lawndale seeking artists, artisans for August festival
The North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council sets July 22 date for participants to register for Aug. 6 event
By Igor Studenov
Over the past few years, Douglas Park has hosted numerous events devoted to music. Each year, the West Side Music Festival takes up the southern half of the park and last year Riot Fest moved there from Humboldt Park. But there was never anything devoted primarily to art — until now. More
N. Lawndale’s grand plan rolls on
A comprehensive plan, formed from the grassroots up, is still in motion for the community
By Igor Studenov
Earlier this year, a group of North Lawndale residents, businesses, community organizations and elected officials united to create a detailed plan to improve their entire community. More