A Mural on the Welles Park Fieldhouse

Youth Council picked this because "the field house is a well-used structure, and it would be nice to add some energy and color! Installing a mural would reinforce the building’s use as a community center and make Welles Park even more beautiful.” If selected, the design and precise location of the mural will be determined through consultation with relevant community partners.

Estimated Cost: $40,000

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An Interactive Bench Structure in Northcenter

“Youth Council picked an interactive bench structure where people can stop to relax, socialize, and take photos, because we believe it will increase traffic to the area by creating a go-to destination for photography and socializing.” The precise design and location of the bench will be determined through consultation with relevant community partners.

Estimated Cost: $34,000

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A bench with a Ravenswood Ram animal silhouette near Ravenswood Elementary

“The Youth Council values public spaces - especially around our schools and commercial corridors. This bench is a fun way to encourage neighbors to spend time outside.” The final location of the bench will be determined through consultation of relevant community partners.

Estimated Cost: $7,000

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A brick-colored stamped crosswalk across Roscoe west of Western, between Mariano’s and Jewel Osco

“Youth Council picked the colorful crosswalk near Lane Tech because they see it as an important location to increase visibility for the many pedestrians who use it, parents and students alike.” Our office has identified the area around Lane Tech and De Paul College Prep (ex-DeVry) as particularly dangerous for pedestrians, and we consider this as one of many projects that could help improve safety in this area.

Estimated Cost: $40,000

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A raised crosswalk (“speed table”) across Wolcott on the south side of Lawrence

“Youth Council picked this because the intersection is where McPherson Elementary is located. It is critical that there is a safer crosswalk here because many children cross it throughout the day and are put in danger due to the size of the street and the lack of a safe method to cross. These raised crosswalks mimic speed bumps and slow down motorists while also raising pedestrians above ground level making them more visible to motorists.”

Estimated Cost: $60,000

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Striped bike lanes around Waters Elementary

“Youth Council picked this because lots of kids in Chicago have to bike to get places - especially to and from school - but many streets aren’t safe.” The bike lanes would run with traffic on Maplewood from Montrose to Wilson; with traffic on Campbell from Wilson to Montrose. They would connect with the future Leland Greenway on Campbell. The bike lanes would not impact parking.

Estimated Cost: $40,000

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Pollinator flower beds on Sulzer Library Campus

“Youth Council picked this because they want to see pollinator beds at Sulzer Library because we want to promote the restoration of natural ambiance to local ward sites. In adding pollinator beds, the library will serve as a focal point for the congregation of seasonal animals like bees, butterflies, and birds, as well as be enriched by splashes of color.” This project will specifically fund the wooden structure for the beds. The 47th ward Green Council will help acquire and plant native plants for this garden. We are in active consultation with the Green Council and Sulzer Library about the precise location and types of plants that may be appropriate for the location. Heart of Lincoln Square Neighbors have also agreed to maintain the garden.

Estimated Cost: $15,000

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