New alderman, crime watch, drinks on Damen, EVA election

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1st Ward alderman-elect Daniel La Spata will join us Monday and likely field a few questions. Jose Rivera, chief of staff to 2nd Ward Ald. Brian Hopkins, will give an update on safety and security, and we'll talk about next steps for the Shake-It bar-restaurant at 820 N. Damen. Join us at 7pm Monday at Happy Village, 1059 N. Wolcott.

Also on the agenda:

  • Update on 2nd Ward safety and security from Jose Rivera, chief of staff to Ald. Brian Hopkins
  • Volunteer opportunities with Eckhart Park, from Ben Beadles and Claudia Sainsot
  • Preliminary discussion on Shake-It restaurant at 820 N. Damen
  • Officer elections for 2019. Proposed slate:
    • Michael VanDam, President
    • Michelle Hayward, Vice President
    • John Gantner, Treasurer
    • Neal McKnight, Secretary
  • Schools/CAPS Updates

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