Can I Walk My Dog Without a Leash? No, and Here's What it Could Cost You if You Don't

The City of Chicago requires a leash (“restraint”) on all animals outside of private property according to Chicago Municipal City Ordinance Chapter 7-12 - Animal Care & Control  . This means Chicago parks too. Making a mistake can cost you a hefty fine, along with the possibility of you, your dog, or another dog getting hurt, and possible legal ramifications.

“Each owner shall keep and maintain his animal under restraint…Any owner who violates any provision of this section shall be subject to a fine of $300.00 if the violation does not result in severe injury or death to any person or damage to another person's property.”

Note that this $300 fine is if there is no injury, death or person property damage. The fine can escalate to up to $10,000 if there is severy injury or death, and up to $1000 fine if there is personal property damage. Additional legal fees, community service and other ramifications are also possible. The bottom line is that even if your elderly or small dog seems harmless, it’s not worth the risk. Here is the full ordinance as of May 2021 outlining fees and what else it might cost you for having your dog off leash:

Hermosa's Dog Park Committee - Get Involved + Sign Up for Updates

THIS COMMITTEE IS TEMPORARILY PAUSED

If you’d like to participate, please contact info@ourhermosa.org or text 773-295-7790 to find out more about reviving this committee

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(May 2021) The Hermosa Neighborhood Association has just launched a new Dog Park and Fundraising Committee based on community interest in pursing a city-sanctioned off-leash space for our furry friends to mingle, get exercise and play. Hermosa does not have an off-leash area, which means all dogs must be on a leash outside of your own property. See City of Chicago guidelines.

The goal of the committee is to scout locations, plan a design, fundraise and implement a dog-friendly space. This is an effort that will take numerous volunteers, community engagement and significant fundraising. If other communities can do this, Hermosa sure can!

Sign Up for Dog Park Updates!

To learn more about being on the Dog Park + Fundraising Committee, please sign up for volunteer orientation.

CAPS Meeting: Beat 2534 - 4/28/2021

April 2021 - CAPS Meeting: Beat 2534

Date: 4/28/2021

Don’t know your beat area? Find out here

CAPS Officer Information

DCO (District Coordinating Officer) info:

• DCO Rayan Leon 312-802-0999

• DCO James Frazier 312-656-4864

• Sgt Gonzales

• Cell phone: 312-237-5867

• Email: Luis.Gonzalez@chicagopolice.org

• 25th Precinct  (312) 746- 5867

Topics & Meeting Concerns

Prostitution at Pulaski/Potomac continues; Sgt Gonzalez has made several attempts to talk to the girls to get them help to no avail.  //  Continúa la prostitución en Pulaski/Potomac; El sargento González ha hecho varios intentos de hablar con las jovenes para conseguirles ayuda en vano.

• 35th Ward office discussed the request for a new liquor store proposed for 4043 W Armitage Ave; requesting moratorium be lifted in order to sell liquor  //  La oficina del concejal 35 hablaron sobre la solicitud para abrir una nueva licorería para 4043 W Armitage Ave; piden que se levante la moratoria para vender licor.

• Those in attendance strongly opposed  // los que atendieron no estaban de acuerdo

• Too many liquor stores on Armitage already  //  muchas licorerias en la Armitage

• More positive businesses needed, such as food pantry, new restaurants  //  Hace falta mas negocios positivos como una despensa de alimentos

• 35Ward office to continue to receive calls/emails with any questions the community may have  // la oficina del concejal 35 seguiran recibiendo llamadas y correo electronico si uno tiene preguntas call /llamen a 773-985-3510 or email billy@aldermancarlosrosa.org

2522 Crime Stats (YTD)

Events since last meeting in February  //  Eventos que sucedieron desde la ultima junta en febrero:

• 570 calls for service  //  570 llamadas para servicio

• 192 reported crimes  //  192 crimens reportadas

• 36 arrests  //  36 arrestados

• 2 shootings (unable to discuss, cases still open)  // 2 incidentes de balazos (no se puede hablar sobre esto porque los cases siguen abiertos):

• 4142 Potomac,  March 13, 9:35PM

• 4050 Potomac,  April 2, 2;48PM

Future Community Events

• (PLEASE CONTACT 25TH DISTRICT FOR MORE INFO)

• St Baldricks “Free Haircuts” event, support childhood cancer research  // corte de pelo “gratis” solo piden una donacion para apoyar la investigación del cáncer infantil

  • April 29, 7am-7pm

  • At 25th District, 5555 W Grand Ave, 7am-7pm

  • Register https://www.stbaldricks.org/events/mypage/1831/2021

• 1st annual Immigration Resource Fair ,via zoom

  • May 5, 11am-2pm

  • contact Maria Chavero for more information at Maria.Chavero@chicagopolice.org

• Annual Pet cleaning, vaccinations and microchipping  // Limpieza, vacunas and microchipping de mascotas gratis:

  • May 15, 11am-3pm

  • At 5555 W Grand Ave, located at front of station

Next CAPS Meeting

• June 23, 2021, 6PM

• Meeting may be hybrid, in-person and zoom (depending on Covid Restrictions)

• Beat 2534 meetings held on the first Thursday of even months

See all 2021 CAPs beat meeting schedule here

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Keep Wearing Masks - Seguir Usando Máscaras

Hermosa resident Connie Hernandez has researched information about mask wearing from trusted sources. Please read through these helpful tips to make sure yourself and family members are following safe guidelines, even if they are vaccinated. // Connie Hernandez, residente de Hermosa, ha investigado información sobre el uso de máscarillas de fuentes confiables. Lea estos útiles consejos para asegurarse de que usted y los miembros de su familia sigan las pautas de seguridad, incluso si están vacunados.

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Non-medical grade fabric masks are meant for everyday people (non-essential workers) // Las máscaras de tela de grado no médico están diseñadas para personas comunes (trabajadores no esenciales).

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/mask-fit-and-filtration.html

• Make sure that your mask is tight to your face, covering both your nose and mouth, and is snug to your cheeks, chin, and around your nose. Using a nose wire is recommended to help with fit.

• Asegúrese de que su mascarilla esté ajustada a su cara, cubriendo tanto su nariz como su boca, y que esté ajustada a sus mejillas, barbilla y alrededor de su nariz. Se recomienda el uso de un alambre nasal para ayudar con el ajuste.

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Fabric masks should have multiple layers // Las máscaras de tela deben tener múltiples capas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iYE0A-5wd14

• Fabric masks protect others from you

• The 3 layers recommended by the WHO are: an inner layer that touches your face, an outer layer, and a middle filter layer

• Las máscaras de tela protegen a otros de ti

• Las 3 capas recomendadas por la WHO son: una capa interna que toca tu rostro, una capa externa y una capa intermedia de filtro

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Mask tips from the Center for Disease Control // Consejos sobre máscaras del Centro de Control de Enfermedades

https://www.cdc.gov/.../prevent.../about-face-coverings.html

• All of your fabrics should be tightly woven while breathable

• Avoid masks with respiratory valves.

• Double masking: do not wear 2 medical masks, and do not layer over an N95.

• Keep your fabric masks clean by washing them after each use//
  

• Todas sus telas deben estar bien tejidas a la vez que son transpirables.

• Evite las máscaras con válvulas respiratorias.

• Doble mascarillas: no use 2 máscaras médicas y no se coloque una capa sobre un N95.

• Mantenga sus máscaras limpias lavándolas después de cada uso.

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What can I use as a filter for fabric masks?
¿Qué puedo usar como filtro para máscaras de tela?

--DO--
“Oly-fun” - sold at Walmart (1)
UNCOATED (not shiny) reusable grocery bags (NOT canvas bags).2
PM2.5 filter (3)
4 layers of Kleenex tissue. Discard after use (2)

--SI--
- “Oly-fun”: vendido en Walmart (1)
- Bolsas de supermercado reutilizables SIN REVESTIMIENTO (no brillantes) (NO bolsas de lona) (2)
- Filtro PM2.5 (3)
- 4 capas de Kleenex. Desechar después de su uso (2)
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--DON’T--
Coated reusable grocery bags
If the bag is shiny on one side, or has an adhesive, do NOT use it, as it is dangerous to inhale (2)
Coffee filters (1)
--NO--
- Bolsas de supermercado reutilizables revestidas
- Si la bolsa es brillante por un lado o tiene un adhesivo, NO la uses, ya que es peligroso inhalarla (2)
- Filtros de café (1)
1. https://www.npr.org/.../a-users-guide-to-masks-what-s...
2. https://theconversation.com/polypropylene-the-material...
3. https://nymag.com/str.../article/best-face-mask-filters.html

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Where to find Mask Information // Dónde encontrar información sobre mascarillas

• World Health Organization: https://who.int/.../coronavirus-disease-covid-19-masks

• Center for Disease Control: https://cdc.gov/.../prevent.../about-face-coverings.html

If You Need a Mask: Hermosa Mutual Aid // Cómo obtener una mascarilla: Ayuda mutua Hermosa

hermosmutualaid@gmail.com
Text or Call: 773-236-7760

or Go to https://HermosaMutualAid.Org

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CAPS Meeting: Beat 2522 - 4/1/2021

April 2021 - CAPS Meeting: Beat 2522

Date: 4/1/2021

Don’t know your beat area? Find out here

CAPS Officer Information

• Sgt Gonzalez - cell phone  (312) 237-9139

• 25th Precinct  (312) 746- 5090

• DCO’s (312) 405-1018 and (312) 590-1784

Topics & Meeting Concerns

• Block club meetings with a guest speaker will be held monthly via zoom for now, until further notice.

• Any issues or complaints, please contact the office 312-746-5090

• If you know of any seniors living alone, please contact 25th district for a wellbeing check. 

• Carjackings city wide; always check surroundings; it's happening mostly in residential areas, gas stations, at stop lights; please  keep windows up, doors locked.

• If you are being followed by a vehicle, try and get a vehicle description, go to a safe area such as a police station. Park your car in well lit areas. If you are carjacked, give up your car and leave the scene. Recommend  no physical or verbal confrontation. If there's a child in the car, let the individual know. 

• Garage burglaries are also on the rise; make sure locks work properly. Cover your windows. Recommend installing motion lights around the garage/property and video camera if possible. 

• Robberies: when walking alone, please be vigilant; If you think you're being followed, cross the street and go somewhere safe. Keep one hand ready in case you have to call 911.

2522 Crime Stats (YTD)

• 330 calls for service

• 24 arrests

• 106 reported crimes

Future Community Events

• (PLEASE CONTACT 25TH DISTRICT FOR MORE INFO)

• April 6 - 10:00 AM. Senior Club meeting with information on how to recognize child abuse - over zoom

• April 15th - 1:00 PM Child abuse awareness training - contact 25th District Office for more details.

Next CAPS Meeting

• June 3, 2021, 6PM

• Meeting may be hybrid, in-person and zoom (depending on Covid Restrictions)

• Beat 2522 meetings held on the first Thursday of even months

See all 2021 CAPs beat meeting schedule here

Do you want occasional email updates like these about safety in Hermosa?

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Hermosa Community Meeting Recap - Safety, Vaccinations, Masks + Getting Help

On April 6th, 2021, volunteers from the Hermosa Neighborhood Association’s Community Outreach Committee presented topical community information to support Hermosa residents. Below are the resources, videos and support materials for residents.

Thank you to Hermosa residents and HNA volunteers Alfonso Vinaja, Connie Hernandez, Janette Pacheco, Alma Kreuser, and Lee Helmer for their research and time to help better support our community.

Take the Hermosa Community Survey // Responda nuestra encuesta comunitaria

For the HNA's Hermosa Community Meeting on April 6th at 6pm, we would like to answer questions on current topics such as safety, vaccinations, masks and volunteering.// Para la Reunión de la Comunidad Hermosa de HNA el 6 de abril a las 6 pm, nos gustaría responder preguntas sobre temas actuales como seguridad, vacunas, máscaras y voluntariado.

P-EBT Cards FAQ for Chicago Public School Student

All CPS students are eligible regardless of income

 How do I activate my card?

• English instructions

• Activate your card by calling 1-800-678-5465

  • Enter the number on the front of your card

  • Select option 1

  • Enter the “999-99-9999” (in place of a social security number). Press 1 to confirm.

  • Enter the date of birth of your child (ex: “01 01 2013” for January 1, 2013). Press 1 to confirm.

  • Enter a new 4 digit PIN

 What stores take these benefits?

All major grocery stores take these benefits in-store. Both Amazon (Fresh service delivery) and Walmart take these for online payment but you must register your card on their websites.

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If your address is not correct in Aspen, please contact your child’s school with your correct address. A P-EBT change of address should be made using the Illinois Department of Human Services P-EBT Change of Address Form. Should families have questions regarding the P-EBT benefits and issuances, review the P-EBT Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). They can also contact our Healthy CPS Hotline at 773-553-KIDS (5437) or complete a Healthy CPS Assistance Request Form.

Consulte la información adjunta del Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Illinois sobre los beneficios de P-EBT. Todos los estudiantes de CPS son elegibles.

Se debe realizar un cambio de dirección P-EBT utilizando el formulario de cambio de dirección P-EBT del Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Illinois. Si las familias tienen preguntas sobre los beneficios y las emisiones de P-EBT, revisen las Preguntas frecuentes (FAQ) de P-EBT. También pueden comunicarse con nuestra línea directa de Healthy CPS al 773-553-KIDS (5437) o completar un formulario de solicitud de asistencia de Healthy CPS.

It will come in a relatively unmarked envelope with your child’s name on it.

Frequently Asked Questions - P-EBT (Preguntas Frecuentes de P-EBT)

• What should a family do if they haven't received their P-EBT card in the mail?

  • There is a known delivery lag due to a delay with the P-EBT card manufacturer. 

  • The last batch of P-EBT cards were scheduled to be printed and mailed on March 14th. Due to the manufacturing delay, there is an estimated two week delay. 

  • Neither the DHS P-EBT Hotline nor the Healthy CPS Hotline have or can provide estimates on delivery timelines. 

• Where would my card have been mailed?

  • The card will be mailed to the student’s primary address in ASPEN. 

  • If the family would prefer to have the P-EBT card sent to the school, the clerk should update the student’s mailing address to the school’s address.

  • A change of address should be made using the Illinois Department of Human Services P-EBT Change of Address Form. 

• When to call your school:

• If a change of address needs to be made in ASPEN. 

• If the P-EBT card has been sent to the school, due to the mailing address being listed as the school, and the family needs to coordinate a pick-up time. The family must sign for the PEBT card.

• Here is the contact information for Hermosa area schools

• When to call the Healthy CPS Hotline:

  • If questions are outside the P-EBT Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document

  • Preguntas Frecuentes de P-EBT

• By what date should I have received my card? Will this be the only card I receive?

  • There is a known delay in P-EBT card delivery. 

  • Families will receive one card per qualifying student.

  • Once a family receives their P-EBT card, this will be the only card they will need to receive their P-EBT benefits. All future deposits for the P-EBT benefit will be made to the same card.

• By what date will my card be loaded with funds? How frequently should funds be loaded on to my card?

  • Benefits will load on to the card monthly. 

  • By April, the card will be loaded with a distribution from September 2020 to December 2020. 

  • In April, the card will be loaded with a distribution for January 2021 through March 2021.

  • Beginning in May, the card will be loaded monthly with the benefit for the remainder of the school year.
    

Hermosa Neighborhood Association Gives Away Free KN95 Masks

NOTE: This event has passed / NOTA: Este evento ha pasado

The Hermosa Neighborhood Assocation has a limited supply of KN95 masks for those who register in the form below. KN95s are different from cloth and surgical masks. Find out if KN95s are right for your situation:

//La Asociación de Vecindarios de Hermosa tiene un suministro limitado de máscaras KN95 para quienes se registren en el formulario a continuación. Los KN95 son diferentes de las mascarillas quirúrgicas y de tela. Descubra si los KN95 son adecuados para su situación:

According to the CDC // Según los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades

“KN95 masks are a type of filtering facepiece respirator that are commonly made in China and similar to N95 masks commonly used in the United States.

KN95 masks that meet requirements similar to those set by CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for respirators”

//“Las máscaras KN95 son un tipo de respirador de pieza facial con filtro que se fabrican comúnmente en China y son similares a las máscaras N95 que se usan comúnmente en los Estados Unidos.

Máscaras KN95 que cumplen con requisitos similares a los establecidos por el Instituto Nacional de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional (NIOSH) de los CDC para respiradores "

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health // Según el Departamento de Salud Pública de Illinois

“You may prefer using disposable masks in situations where your mask is likely to get wet or dirty. As with cloth masks, make sure your disposable mask fits close to your face without large side-gaps and completely covers your nose and mouth.”

KN95 are different from the higher quality filtration of N95 masks. Learn more about KN95s.

Like most KN95s, the KN95s we are offering for free loop around the ears and are disposable.

//“Es posible que prefiera usar máscaras desechables en situaciones en las que es probable que su máscara se moje o se ensucie. Al igual que con las máscaras de tela, asegúrese de que su máscara desechable se ajuste cerca de su cara sin grandes espacios laterales y que cubra completamente su nariz y boca ".

KN95 son diferentes de la filtración de mayor calidad de las máscaras N95. Obtenga más información sobre KN95s

Como la mayoría de los KN95, los KN95 que ofrecemos se colocan libremente alrededor de las orejas y son desechables.

Registration is Closed / Las Inscripciones Están Cerradas

Hermosa's First 311 App Walk + Learn March 27th

The Hermosa Safety Committee is proud to host a 311 (non-emergency) App Walk and Learn March 27th, 2021 Saturday at 10am to 12pm. Bring your smartphone and we’ll give you tips on how to submit issues like potholes, tree trimming, graffiti, etc. The Chi 311 App gives a convenient way to alert the city of issues while you’re on-the-go. Sign up one of two locations in Hermosa!

¡Hermosa tendrá su primer Chi311App Camina y Aprenda! Trae tu smartphone y te daremos consejos sobre cómo enviar problemas como baches, recorte de árboles, graffiti, etc. Chi311 te ofrece una forma cómoda de alertar a la ciudad de los problemas mientras está afuera caminando. ¡Inscríbete en uno de los dos lugares de Hermosa!

When: Saturday, March 27 / Sabado de Marzo 27

Time/Hora: 10am - 12pm

Where/Donde:

• Location 1/ Ubicación 1: South East corner of/ Esquina sureste de Armitage/Kostner 

• Location 2/Ubicación 2: South East corner of /Esquina sureste de Wrightwood/Kostner (Kelvyn Park- Park District)

FACE MASKS REQUIRED / SE REQUIEREN MASCARILLASDownload the App

Register below to secure your spot / Regístrese a continuación para asegurar su lugar

Download the Chi 311 App on your Smartphone

Consiguelo en el Google Play - Android

Consiguelo en el App Store - Apple iPhone

Can’t make it to the Walk + Learn? Find out more about the Chi 311 non-emergency services on their website

Join the HNA Safety Committee