Location: 47th ward Public Service Office 7pm
4237 N. Lincoln Avenue
Regarding: Demolitions of the Damen and Irving Park Brown line stations.
Representatives from the CTA and McHugh Construction will be available for questions.
Call Alderman's office for more information 773.348.8400
Sunday, December 2, 2007
Flood and Tax relief available to residents of 47th Ward
Per neighbors on Cuyler Avenue:
Possible Tax relief: Per Laura Engel and Simon Stein :
SHORT form that Alderman Schulter has that takes less than one minute to complete.
They will look up your pin number for you and you do not
have to do any comparable. And yes, if there is a
strong showing, 60% of property holders in 47th
ward,Gene has confirmed a very strong likely hood of
reduction.
Tax assessment and appeal update:
Last night 11/26 there was a meeting regarding real
estate tax increases in our neighborhood. Alderman
Schulter's office has committed to supporting the
residents of our ward to help appeal (reduce) our
recent increased tax assessment.
The process is simple. Here are the steps:
1) Pick up an "assessed valuation complaint" form
from the Alderman's office.
2) Complete the form and return it to the
Alderman's office. Do not mail it in to Cook County on Clark
Street! In order to have the greatest chance of
success, the Alderman wants to submit a large
stack of these appeal forms at the same time.
Alternatively, the form is short enough to be completed in person
at the Alderman's office.
3) Make sure to tell the Alderman's office/staff
that you learned about this appeal opportunity through
the neighborhood outreach program.
Also, please spread the word to all of our neighbors and residents in
our ward.
Conclusions. The Alderman's office believes that
there is a strong chance that 60% of applications
for reduction received will be approved. Those are
great odds and these odds have increased substantially
thanks to the involvement of the Alderman.
However, there is one big condition for this to work. The
Alderman's office needs a big turnout ie.,
completed forms for this to be effective.
The Alderman's office will not be able to do much
for us if they receive only a handful of these forms
from us.
Hence, strongly encourage every property
owner in our ward to submit a valuation complaint form
as quickly as possible. Even if you are very
wealthy, like to pay higher taxes, and don't need any extra
money for investments, vacations, or college
funds, you will be helping your neighbors by submitting
these forms. The Alderman is going to bat for us and
let's show him that we are concerned and displeased with
our increased property taxes.
The deadline for submitting the assessed
valuation complaint form is December 6, 2007
FLOOD DAMAGE THIS SUMMER: PER Simon Stein:
If anyone suffered flood damage this summer, you are potentially eligible for a one year reduction on property taxes based on the damage.
For example, in my case, Allstate estimated our
basement flooding damage at $10,000. According to
the Alderman's office, if I submit proof of this damage,
the Alderman will try to reduce our assessed property
value by a like amount. We have already made the
repairs to our basement, but we are still eligible
for this reduction as we went out of pocket for the
damages.
In order to apply for this separate reduction, proof
of any flood damage must be submitted in a separate
envelope with the tax parcel #. This proof can be a
combination of photos, contractors estimates, and
insurance claim forms. This can be submitted
concurrently with the valuation complaint form.
Possible Tax relief: Per Laura Engel and Simon Stein :
SHORT form that Alderman Schulter has that takes less than one minute to complete.
They will look up your pin number for you and you do not
have to do any comparable. And yes, if there is a
strong showing, 60% of property holders in 47th
ward,Gene has confirmed a very strong likely hood of
reduction.
Tax assessment and appeal update:
Last night 11/26 there was a meeting regarding real
estate tax increases in our neighborhood. Alderman
Schulter's office has committed to supporting the
residents of our ward to help appeal (reduce) our
recent increased tax assessment.
The process is simple. Here are the steps:
1) Pick up an "assessed valuation complaint" form
from the Alderman's office.
2) Complete the form and return it to the
Alderman's office. Do not mail it in to Cook County on Clark
Street! In order to have the greatest chance of
success, the Alderman wants to submit a large
stack of these appeal forms at the same time.
Alternatively, the form is short enough to be completed in person
at the Alderman's office.
3) Make sure to tell the Alderman's office/staff
that you learned about this appeal opportunity through
the neighborhood outreach program.
Also, please spread the word to all of our neighbors and residents in
our ward.
Conclusions. The Alderman's office believes that
there is a strong chance that 60% of applications
for reduction received will be approved. Those are
great odds and these odds have increased substantially
thanks to the involvement of the Alderman.
However, there is one big condition for this to work. The
Alderman's office needs a big turnout ie.,
completed forms for this to be effective.
The Alderman's office will not be able to do much
for us if they receive only a handful of these forms
from us.
Hence, strongly encourage every property
owner in our ward to submit a valuation complaint form
as quickly as possible. Even if you are very
wealthy, like to pay higher taxes, and don't need any extra
money for investments, vacations, or college
funds, you will be helping your neighbors by submitting
these forms. The Alderman is going to bat for us and
let's show him that we are concerned and displeased with
our increased property taxes.
The deadline for submitting the assessed
valuation complaint form is December 6, 2007
FLOOD DAMAGE THIS SUMMER: PER Simon Stein:
If anyone suffered flood damage this summer, you are potentially eligible for a one year reduction on property taxes based on the damage.
For example, in my case, Allstate estimated our
basement flooding damage at $10,000. According to
the Alderman's office, if I submit proof of this damage,
the Alderman will try to reduce our assessed property
value by a like amount. We have already made the
repairs to our basement, but we are still eligible
for this reduction as we went out of pocket for the
damages.
In order to apply for this separate reduction, proof
of any flood damage must be submitted in a separate
envelope with the tax parcel #. This proof can be a
combination of photos, contractors estimates, and
insurance claim forms. This can be submitted
concurrently with the valuation complaint form.
Litigation continues
Jaeger v. Okon
Jim Jaeger and his attorneys are still pursuing their lawsuit against Tom Okon.
Jim Jaeger filed a complaint against Tom Okon in May 2007 - stating defamation.
This case is in the discovery phase of its litigation
Jim Jaeger and his attorneys are still pursuing their lawsuit against Tom Okon.
Jim Jaeger filed a complaint against Tom Okon in May 2007 - stating defamation.
This case is in the discovery phase of its litigation
Monday, October 1, 2007
Ravenswood Art Walk - this weekend
Come see the fantastic artwork of our Bill Moran of 1832 W. Larchmont Avenue.
He will be showing his designs at his studio at 1832 W. Larchmont Avenue #3 as well as at Golden Loaf at 1921 W Irving Park.
The art walk is from 10-6pm this Saturday and Sunday - 10/6 and 10/7.
Art walk closing celebration at Golden Loaf on Sunday from 5-8pm - for food and beverages.
See link below for more information.
http://www.artwalkravenswood.org/site/epage/51424_611.htm
He will be showing his designs at his studio at 1832 W. Larchmont Avenue #3 as well as at Golden Loaf at 1921 W Irving Park.
The art walk is from 10-6pm this Saturday and Sunday - 10/6 and 10/7.
Art walk closing celebration at Golden Loaf on Sunday from 5-8pm - for food and beverages.
See link below for more information.
http://www.artwalkravenswood.org/site/epage/51424_611.htm
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
8/21/07 Community Meeting Results
Hello Neighbors
Last night at the community meeting a vote was taken and a zoning change was approved for the 1820-1842 Irving Park Properties. The vote was 59 "for" the zoning change and 44 "against" the zoning change.
We would like to thank Alderman Schulter, Mr Luna - Alderman's chief of staff, JCJ Development, Jonathan Splitt, the Pastor of the Pilgrim Church and all the neighbors for all their hard work,dedication and involvement with this issue.
Here is a brief summary of the meeting:
1. Building being proposed:
a. 3 separate buildings.
b. Each building will house 16 condo units, totaling 48 units for the 3 buildings combined.
c. Each condo unit will be 1300-1438 square feet, sale price $399,000 - $599,000.
d. 24 parking places in each building - there will not be any parking available for the ground floor retail space in each of these 3 buildings with the exception of any metered spaces in the front of those buildings. This will amount to approximately 5 metered spaces for 3 retail store fronts.
e. All the residential parking will be entered via the 1800 block of Cuyler Alleyway.
f. 4 units per floor
g. Each building will be 65 feet in height
h. Each building will have a "green" roof
i. There will NOT be any affordable housing units in any of these 3 buildings
j. Length of construction 18 months
2. Much to our surprise ! The Alderman only allowed 'property owners' a vote. He only allowed 1 vote per address. This is different then what he had communicated in the past when he allowed residents a vote and not just property owners vote.
3. There were quite a few people we did not recognize at this meeting.
4. A consultant paid by the developer - stated how the "zoning laws" are out of date and need to be updated for the current state of property availability in Chicago. Please read the "Purpose and Intent of the zoning code City of Chicago" it details their purpose and intent. See our blog - entry dated May 12, 2007. No where in the "Purpose and Intent" does it state "so that landowners can make money on projects due to the cost of land, therefore zones should be changed."
If you have any questions or comments - please email me at northcenterneighbors@gmail.com
Best Regards,
Joy Okon
Last night at the community meeting a vote was taken and a zoning change was approved for the 1820-1842 Irving Park Properties. The vote was 59 "for" the zoning change and 44 "against" the zoning change.
We would like to thank Alderman Schulter, Mr Luna - Alderman's chief of staff, JCJ Development, Jonathan Splitt, the Pastor of the Pilgrim Church and all the neighbors for all their hard work,dedication and involvement with this issue.
Here is a brief summary of the meeting:
1. Building being proposed:
a. 3 separate buildings.
b. Each building will house 16 condo units, totaling 48 units for the 3 buildings combined.
c. Each condo unit will be 1300-1438 square feet, sale price $399,000 - $599,000.
d. 24 parking places in each building - there will not be any parking available for the ground floor retail space in each of these 3 buildings with the exception of any metered spaces in the front of those buildings. This will amount to approximately 5 metered spaces for 3 retail store fronts.
e. All the residential parking will be entered via the 1800 block of Cuyler Alleyway.
f. 4 units per floor
g. Each building will be 65 feet in height
h. Each building will have a "green" roof
i. There will NOT be any affordable housing units in any of these 3 buildings
j. Length of construction 18 months
2. Much to our surprise ! The Alderman only allowed 'property owners' a vote. He only allowed 1 vote per address. This is different then what he had communicated in the past when he allowed residents a vote and not just property owners vote.
3. There were quite a few people we did not recognize at this meeting.
4. A consultant paid by the developer - stated how the "zoning laws" are out of date and need to be updated for the current state of property availability in Chicago. Please read the "Purpose and Intent of the zoning code City of Chicago" it details their purpose and intent. See our blog - entry dated May 12, 2007. No where in the "Purpose and Intent" does it state "so that landowners can make money on projects due to the cost of land, therefore zones should be changed."
If you have any questions or comments - please email me at northcenterneighbors@gmail.com
Best Regards,
Joy Okon
Saturday, August 11, 2007
COMMUNITY VOTING MEETING 8/21/07
COMMUNITY MEETING ANNOUNCED
TUESDAY AUGUST 21, 2007 - 7PM
Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 4300 N. Winchester Avenue
Please attend and be prepared to vote - bring proof of residency or property ownership.
Meeting being held to discuss a proposed zoning change of the properties at 1820-1842 Irving park Road from the existing zoning of B3-2 to B3-3.
The existing zoning of B3-2 allows for a 50 foot tall structure approximately 4 stories.
A B3-3 zoning allows for a 65 foot structure approximately 5-6 stories
We are assuming what the developer will be proposing the same project he proposed to a small core group on 6/15/07 - please see the blog posting on 6/15/7 for more information.
TUESDAY AUGUST 21, 2007 - 7PM
Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 4300 N. Winchester Avenue
Please attend and be prepared to vote - bring proof of residency or property ownership.
Meeting being held to discuss a proposed zoning change of the properties at 1820-1842 Irving park Road from the existing zoning of B3-2 to B3-3.
The existing zoning of B3-2 allows for a 50 foot tall structure approximately 4 stories.
A B3-3 zoning allows for a 65 foot structure approximately 5-6 stories
We are assuming what the developer will be proposing the same project he proposed to a small core group on 6/15/07 - please see the blog posting on 6/15/7 for more information.
Lawsuit continues
Mr Thomas Okon is still being sued by JCJ Development and Jim Jaeger. Mr Okon's attorney filed a "Motion to Dismiss" Mr. Jim Jaeger's complaint in Cook county circuit court on Friday, August 3, 2007.
At this time, Mr. Okon's legal fees have exceeded $2,500 just to respond to Mr Jaeger and JCJ Development's complaint.
At this time, Mr. Okon's legal fees have exceeded $2,500 just to respond to Mr Jaeger and JCJ Development's complaint.
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