Dear Neighbor,
I’m excited to announce my office's collaboration with the Chicago City Clerk to offer FREE CityKey IDs to the community. This event will be on Thursday, November 19, from 12:00 to 4:00pm at the Portage Cragin Branch Library, 5108 W Belmont Ave.
The Chicago CityKey ID is an optional, valid, government-issued ID card available to Chicago residents for free. Additionally, you can use it as a Chicago Public Library card, a CTA Ventra card and a Chicago Rx prescription drug discount card. The CityKey ID provides valuable benefits, including serving as a recognized form of identification for immigrant communities and individuals experiencing homelessness to help them access essential services and resources.
Appointments are required, and you can schedule one here, on the City Clerk's website, starting today, Monday, November 9. Learn more about and review the documents you need to apply for a Chicago CityKey here.
All my best,
Will
Office Closure Notice
Our office will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. We will reopen on Thursday, November 12 for regular hours from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Please contact us at (773) 853-2570 or at will@repguzzardi.com for assistance, and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you!
LIHEAP
The LIHEAP application period is from October 1, 2026, to August 13, 2027, or until funding is exhausted.
Beginning October 1, 2026, adults aged 60 and older, individuals with a disability, households with at least one child age 5 years and under, households that are disconnected from their utilities/energy vendors, have a disconnect date within 7 days or have less than 25% in their propane tank are able to apply.
On November 1, 2026, all other income eligible households can start applying for LIHEAP assistance. Learn more about the program, how to apply, and eligibility requirements here.
If you need in-person application assistance, language support, or are facing a disconnection, visit one of the CEDA partner intake locations on Chicago’s Northwest Side.
IL-03 Progressive Coalition Policy Town Hall
On Saturday, November 14, from 10am to 12pm, you’ll hear directly from local public officials about the work we are doing together to address community priorities and pass legislation that meets the needs of our constituents.
The Town Hall will feature breakout discussions focused on: Community Safety, Community Services and Infrastructure, and Good Governance. It will also provide an opportunity for you to provide feedback on the policy priorities that have been identified in collaboration with constituents from across Illinois’ third Congressional District.
Date: Saturday, November 14
Doors Open: 9:30am and program will begin promptly at 10am
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Location: Belmont Cragin; Exact location will be shared 24–48 hours prior to the event.
RSVP: Registration is required - LINK
Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 11. The event location will be shared 24–48 hours prior to the Town Hall.
Jefferson Township Property Tax Appeals
Jefferson Township property tax appeals with the Cook County Assessor's Office are open until Thursday, November 12.
You can find your township across the top of your property tax bill, or you can visit this link and enter your property PIN or address. On the page detailing your property information, the township will be shown under your address.
The majority of the 39th IL House District is within Jefferson Township and the 8th Cook County District. If you live in Jefferson Township, you can file an appeal online at this link or you can call the office of Commissioner Jessica Vásquez at 312-603-6386 to set up an appointment for in-person assistance with your appeal.
Medicare & Social Security Administration Info Session & Enrollment Workshop
Medicare Open Enrollment ends on December 7, 2026. Join Congresswoman Delia Ramirez's Medicare & Social Security Administration Info Session & Enrollment Workshop to learn about critical coverage decisions and upcoming deadlines from federal and state officials and connect directly with partner organizations offering on-site support for Medicaid, SNAP, and LIHEAP.
Date: Friday, November 13
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm (Info Session begins at 9:30am, followed by assistance from specialists)
Location: Humboldt Park Fieldhouse, 1440 N. Humboldt Blvd., Chicago, IL 60622
Residents can register here.
Turkey Giveaway
Alderman Daniel La Spata is hosting a Turkey Giveaway on Friday, November 20 from 10:30am to 1:30pm at Haas Park, 2402 N Washtenaw Ave. Join your local elected officials for a Thanksgiving turkey giveaway to show our appreciation for senior residents!
CTA Bus Vision Project
CTA Invites Transit Riders to Share Feedback on How to Improve Bus Service! As part of its Bus Vision Project, CTA is gathering input from transit riders and non-riders alike to provide insight into how CTA’s bus service can best serve riders and communities across the region. To take a survey, find a community engagement event, or learn more about the project, visit CTABusVisionProject.com.
Open Houses:
Monday, November 9 from 5-7 pm at West Pullman Library
Thursday, November 12 from 5-7 pm at Little Village Library
Monday, November 16 from 5-7 pm at Chicago Bee Library
Tuesday, November 17 from 5-7 pm at CTA Headquarters
Thursday, November 19 from 6-8 pm, Virtual Open House
Other Community Events:
Saturday, November 14 from 2-5 pm at Robert Crown Community Center in Evanston