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About Us Alderwoman Cruz 30th Ward Team About the 30th Ward Schools Parks Neighborhood Associations Community Organizations Maps Residential Permit Parking Zones Elected Officials SSAs and TIFs Community Areas Mission and Vision The mission of Alderwoman Cruz's 30th Ward Office is to create a progressive and inclusive community that prioritizes public safety, education, and participatory budgeting. Led by Alderwoman Ruth Cruz, we are committed to transparency, grassroots community support, and utilizing the perspective of a dedicated mother. Our vision is to foster a safe and thriving environment where every resident can live, work, and raise their family without fear. We strive to implement innovative policies that address the root causes of crime and promote treatment not trauma, as well as economic development measures that create more housing, especially workforce housing, and foster small businesses. Education is at the heart of our mission. We aim to provide equitable access to quality education, empowering our youth with the tools they need to succeed. Through transparent decision-making and involving the community in budgeting processes, we ensure that education receives the necessary resources. Participatory budgeting is central to our mission, giving residents a direct voice in allocating public funds to projects that enhance our neighborhood. We believe in empowering our community to actively engage in decision-making, fostering a sense of ownership and pride. With Alderwoman Ruth Cruz's leadership, we embrace a grassroots approach that puts the needs of our diverse community at the forefront. We are dedicated to open communication, collaboration, and building bridges between residents and local government. Together, we are shaping a future where progress, safety, education, and participatory democracy thrive in the 30th Ward.

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Know Your Rights Everyone is protected by fundamental rights under the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws regardless of status. Learn more here about your rights, how to assert them, and what steps to take if they are violated. Please feel free to share resources with individuals who you think can benefit. City of Chicago - Office of Immigrant, Migrant, and Refugee – Know Your Rights and Resources Illinois Immigration Information Hub for KYR information, legal support services, FAQs, and more What to do if ICE detains you (Spanish Video) Undocumented Student Services

Schools Chicago Public Schools Belmont Cragin Elementary School C amras Children's Engineering School Chicago Academy Elementary School and High School Disney II Elementary School Gray Elementary School Lorca Elementary School Mary Lyon Elementary School Reilly Elementary School Reinberg Elementary School Scammon Elementary School Schurz High School Steinmetz College Prep High School Parochial Schools St. Patrick High School St. Ferdinand Catholic School St. Viator Elementary School Midwestern Christian Academy Charter Schools Horizon Science Academy Belmont Intrinsic Schools: Belmont Campus Early Childhood Centers Mosaic Early Childhood Academy Bright Start Learning Center

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< Back Woman Killed At Busy NW Side Intersection Where Planned Traffic Light Was Never Installed Block Club Chicago Alex V. Hernandez Jun 3, 2026 https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/06/03/woman-killed-at-busy-nw-side-intersection-where-planned-traffic-light-was-never-installed/ Previous Next