Alderman Danny Solis is introducing an exciting online partnership with the creators of Neighborland, which aims to encourage public input opportunities with a simple platform to connect on community issues. “Residents, neighborhood organizations and advocacy groups have an opportunity to help affect what happens in our community. This partnership enables me to engage with all members of the community to help improve the quality of life across the ward. Community input will help shape my positions and policy on issues that impact our neighborhoods. I encourage you to offer ideas on specific community projects. This is a means to promote civic, community and commercial improvement that benefits everyone,” said Solis.

As Neighborland’s first official Chicago launch partner, Ald. Solis presents three 25th Ward community project ideas for public discussion as a means to encourage civic, community and commercial dialogue. Individuals are also able to support their neighbors’ ideas citywide, and connect with people who share similar interests. This platform will also be the Spanish translation pilot for Neighborland. Residents are encouraged to share their thoughts about the following topics:

Fisk Coal Power Plant: What would you like to see replace the Fisk Coal Power Plant site?

Cermak Creative Industry District: What would you like to see in the Creative Industry District?

18th Street Corridor: What would you like to see along the 18th Street Corridor?

A public, community gathering event will take place in the ward late summer 2012 using some of Neighborland’s signature simple tactics like stickers, one-on-one engagement and physical signage to bring people together and spark conversations in public space. Official Chicago Link: neighborland.com/Chicago.