Rooted in the 46th Ward. Delivering for Our Neighbors.
Protecting what makes our community special. Building a future where everyone belongs. Since taking office, Alderwoman Angela Clay has worked alongside residents, schools, businesses, and community organizations to preserve affordable housing, improve neighborhood infrastructure, strengthen public schools, and connect neighbors with support. Her first term reflects a commitment to growth without displacement—and a 46th Ward where longtime residents and new neighbors can thrive together. Click on the drop downs below to learn more about the 46th Ward wins.
Preserving Affordable Housing. Creating More Places to Call Home.
Housing stability means keeping neighbors in the community they call home. Angela has brought public agencies, housing providers, and residents together to protect affordable homes and expand housing options.
Helped preserve The Leland at 1207 W. Leland as deeply affordable housing by bringing state, city, and development partners to the table.
Advanced the Broadway upzoning initiative with neighboring wards, City departments, local chambers, and neighborhood organizations to make room for more housing.
Supported additional dwelling units throughout the ward, creating more opportunities for housing in coach houses and other eligible spaces.
Supported permanent supportive housing at Sunnyside and Clarendon for women experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Established annual CHA walkthroughs to bring resident concerns directly to housing officials and push for repairs and improvements.
Hosted more than 30 monthly picnics for neighbors experiencing homelessness, connecting residents with food, service providers, and ongoing support.
Investing in Safer, More Accessible Streets.
Getting around the 46th Ward should be easier for everyone—whether walking, biking, using transit, or navigating with a mobility aid.
Directed ward infrastructure funding toward more than 60 sidewalk projects, addressing needed repairs across the community.
Supported Clark Street bike lanes and the Grace Street Greenway to improve neighborhood connections.
Expanded biking amenities, including new and improved Divvy stations and additional bike parking near the lakefront.
Helped secure a bus stop at Montrose and Broadway to better serve seniors living at Wilson Yards.
Showing Up for Chicago Public Schools and Young People.
As Vice Chair of the City Council’s Education Committee, Angela has worked to strengthen relationships between local schools, families, and community partners.
Supported the expansion of the Uptown Sustainable Community Schools Village to two schools.
Connected Cubs Charities with McCutcheon Elementary to build a new community partnership.
Worked with Truman College and Truman Middle College to raise awareness of educational opportunities.
Supported the release of TIF surplus funding to Chicago Public Schools to help protect essential school resources.
Expanded the ward’s Back-to-School Bash from approximately 200 attendees to more than 1,000, bringing more families together for resources and community connections.
Connecting Neighbors with Health Resources.
Angela has partnered with local organizations to make health resources more accessible and bring support directly into the community.
Launched a Narcan newspaper-box pilot with four service organizations, distributing more than 1,000 boxes of Narcan.
Supported a community harm-reduction fair to connect residents with information and services.
Worked with providers such as Trilogy and the Department of Family and Support Services to connect neighbors with care.
Supported reopening public mental health clinics and expanding access to community-based mental health services.
Standing with Immigrant Neighbors.
The 46th Ward’s diversity is one of its greatest strengths. Angela has worked with community partners to help immigrant neighbors access resources and build networks of support.
Supported an emergency family shelter for new arrivals over three years through resource sharing, donations, and walkthroughs.
Organized a 300-person community response event connecting neighbors with rapid-response, school-patrol, and mutual-aid opportunities.
Partnered with immigrant-rights organizations and local volunteer groups to provide training and information.
Upheld Chicago’s Welcoming City Ordinance.
Building Community. Supporting Local Businesses and Culture.
A thriving ward needs gathering places, local businesses, and opportunities for neighbors to connect.
Launched the 46th Ward Senior Sock Hop at the Aragon, bringing seniors together for food, dancing, activities, and resources.
Hosted meet-and-greets in CHA senior buildings, affordable housing buildings, and other residential communities.
Supported Black Ensemble Theater’s proposed “Free to Be” development, combining affordable housing with cultural and community space.
Supported Chicago Market and efforts to bring renewed attention to the Uptown Theatre.
Welcomed new businesses along Clark, Wilson, and Broadway and strengthened connections with neighborhood business partners.
Born Here. Raised Here. Working for Our Future.
These accomplishments reflect what happens when neighbors have a voice and community partnerships turn priorities into action. Angela is committed to building on that progress and keeping the 46th Ward a place where everyone belongs.