🍂⚕️Join us for no cost flu shots & free health screenings!
Dear Neighbor,
I hope you can join us this Saturday, October 17, for our annual Fall Family Health Fair at Kosciuszko Park!
My office is partnering with State Sen. Graciela Guzman, Alderman Anthony Quezada, the Kosciuszko Park Advisory Council, and Cook County Commissioner Jessica Vasquez to bring free healthcare services and resources to the Logan Square, Avondale, and Belmont Gardens neighborhoods. It's a great chance to get a free flu shot, free blood pressure and glucose screenings, free dental checks for kids, and much more.
Our health fair will offer a variety of free health services and resources to the community, including:
Flu shots for all ages at no cost*
COVID vaccines with insurance*
Free dental health exams and cleanings for kids
Free blood pressure and glucose screenings
Free HIV and STI screenings
Information on healthcare open enrollment
Other health resources
We’ll also have free family-friendly activities offered at the park, including:
Free hot cocoa and coffee*
Free kids’ haircuts
Rain barrel raffle
And more!
*While supplies last, given out on a first come, first serve basis!
Hope to see you there!
All my best,
Will
Office Closure Notice
Our office will be closed on Monday, October 12 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, October 13 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!
Coat Drive
My office is partnering with Alderman Anthony Quezada’s office, community organizations, and small businesses to collect winter clothing to distribute to neighbors in need. We’re accepting donations of new or gently used winter gear through Friday, October 30.
Items we’re collecting include:
🧥 Coats
🥾 Boots
🧣 Scarves
🧢 Hats
🧤 Gloves and Mittens
You can drop off donations at any of the following locations with marked donation boxes:
My district office, 3001 N Central Park Ave.
Ald. Quezada’s office, 2934 N Milwaukee Ave. Unit C
Brew Brew, 3832 W Diversey Ave.
Sip of Hope, 3039 W Fullerton Ave.
Necessary and Sufficient Coffee, 3624 W Wrightwood Ave.
The Brewed, 2843 N Milwaukee Ave.
Caffè Umbria, 2545 W Armitage Ave.
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.
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.
Chicago Youth Action Fund
The City of Chicago is inviting young people, ages 15–24, to apply for funding through the
Chicago Youth Climate Action Fund. With grants of 1,000 to 5,000, young Chicagoans will have the opportunity to develop and lead projects that benefit the environment and their communities.
Projects could include environmental justice advocacy, community gardens, tree planting,recycling and composting, food-waste reduction, clean-energy education, sustainable transportation, and other creative climate solutions.
Applications are open through November 6, 2026. Learn more and apply: chi.gov/ycaf.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). The Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline is here to support anyone affected by domestic violence. Contact the Hotline via call or text at 877-863-6338 for free, confidential support 24/7. Check out DVAM events with The Network: tinyurl.com/NETWORKDVAM2026. Our community stands in solidarity with survivors, always.