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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

ICYMI: This weekend, @mayorofchicago.bsky.social joined one of over 30 CDOT crews working to fill potholes during the Johnson administration's latest weekend repair blitz. With the over 6,200 potholes filled Saturday alone, the City has now repaired more than 335,000 potholes in 2026.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

NEW: Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson and DPD announced more than $42.5 million in City grants for 56 projects investing $148 million to improve neighborhood access to convenient goods and services, health resources, job opportunities and more. For more info visit www.chicago.gov/city/en/dept...

Map illustrating grant support in Chicago's neighborhoods, highlighting $42.5M for 56 community development projects. Color-coded dots indicate different grant types across regions like Northwest, West, Central, and Far South. Includes a call to action: "Swipe for details!" at the bottom, and features logos for the Department of Planning and Development and “Build Better Together” by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

The image displays a flyer titled "Community Development Grants – Medium" against a blue background with a list of grant recipients and descriptions. At the bottom, there is a small group photo of people standing together.

A colorful flyer titled "Community Development Grants - Small" lists various businesses and locations with their addresses and grant amounts. At the bottom, there is a group of people posing together.

A list of services titled "Workforce Solutions" and "Pre-Development Grants." It includes names and addresses of various organizations and their grant amounts. At the bottom right, an image of a person handling food in a kitchen setting with protective gear.

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The Weeknight on MS NOW @weeknightmsnow.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

@mayorofchicago.bsky.social Brandon Johnson on Dems' future: “The key to transformation is ground organizing”

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

ICYMI: Yesterday, Mayor Brandon Johnson broke ground on C.A.R.E. Manor in West Garfield Park. The project is utilizing funds from the Mayor’s Housing and Economic Development bond to transform vacant land into 44 affordable homes designed for multi-generational living. 📺 @wgntv.com

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Chicago Tribune @chicagotribune.com · 17/05/2026

Commentary: Economic development only succeeds when the people who call this city home succeed alongside it.

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Chicago 2050: Mayor Brandon Johnson on building the city for a bright future

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

In addition to emergency response services, Chicago residents may request a non-crisis clinician-only CARE response citywide within 72 hours by emailing CAREprogram@CityofChicago.org.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Residents who observe someone experiencing a mental health crisis can call 911 and ask for the CARE team. If the situation is deemed eligible, a CARE response team may be dispatched.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

CARE clinicians are trained to conduct on-site mental health assessments, provide crisis de-escalation and brief counseling, and connect residents to ongoing mental health care and social services.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

As part of the expansion, CARE teams will now serve a broader range of residents, including youth as young as six years old and adults over the age of 65 experiencing mental illness or socio-emotional distress.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

The expansion marks a major milestone for the program, which previously operated in six police districts and will now serve residents citywide, and builds upon the Johnson administration’s commitment to expand public mental and behavioral health resources throughout the city.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

The CARE Program deploys trained behavioral health professionals and EMTS to respond to individuals experiencing mental health crises and socio-emotional distress with compassionate care, crisis intervention, and basic medical support.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

“Every Chicagoan deserves to be met with dignity, compassion, and care during moments of crisis," said @mayorofchicago.bsky.social. "We will continue to invest in a mental health system that centers care, prevention, and community-based support in every neighborhood.”

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

NEW: Mayor Brandon Johnson and CDPH announced the citywide expansion of the Crisis Assistance Response and Engagement (CARE) program, bringing compassionate crisis response services for those experiencing mental health crises to every community in Chicago.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Responding to feedback from the community, Mayor Johnson's final FY26 Budget kept Library funding at the same level as the prior year, with support being supplemented with additional funding provided through the Mayor's historic TIF surplus.

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The TRiiBE @thetriibe.com · 12/05/2026

AN EVENING READ — TRiiBE EIC Tiffany Walden sits down with Chicago's new deputy mayor of community safety. They discuss everything from drill and 2010s youth culture to his upbringing in Harlem during the War on Drugs. “To this day, we see the ramifications of that." thetriibe.com/2026/05/emma...

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Emmanuel Andre is bringing a restorative justice mindset to Chicago’s community safety office • The TRiiBE

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s new deputy mayor of community safety wants Chicago to listen to young people instead of criminalizing them.

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Mayor Brandon Johnson @mayorofchicago.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

The Red Line Extension begins to rewrite Chicago's history on segregation while building a safer, more affordable city for all.

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Mayor Brandon Johnson @mayorofchicago.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Like the union leaders and workers who fought to win our rights—as cities we are stronger when we stand together. I am honored to sign the Haymarket Declaration—a symbol of solidarity and a shared commitment to defend the rights of workers while fighting to preserve our democracy.

"1. Image: Mayor Brandon Johnson delivers remarks at the Haymarket Memorial alongside Chicago Federation of Labor President Bob Reiter and United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain. Text: MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON leads COALITION OF MAYORS TO SIGN COLLECTIVE COMMITTMENT TO WORKERS’ RIGHTS for may day
Honoring International Workers’ Day, the Haymarket Declaration unites cities across the country in a collective commitment to advance the rights of working people, to fight to defend our democracy, and to meet the material needs of families."

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Mayor Brandon Johnson @mayorofchicago.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Just like the union laborers and workers who achieved our rights and dignity, we must remain unified in our efforts. We are stronger together. While the federal government falls short of its responsibilities, city government is stepping up to meet the material needs of our residents.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Today’s milestone became a reality thanks to the tireless advocacy and collaborative work of the City’s community partners. Moving forward, community voices will continue to shape environmental efforts to ensure the protection of every Chicagoan.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Today, the final phase comes to fruition with the transfer of the environmental permitting and inspection team from the Department of Public Health to DOE.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

In response, Mayor Johnson launched the multi-step process of restoring DOE during the 2024 budget process. The 2024 budget formally reestablished the Department of Environment, transitioning the Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Equity into the new department.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Since the dissolution of the former Department of Environment in 2011, community members have consistently voiced ardent support for the reestablishment of the Department to ensure greater protection for Chicago residents from environmental harm.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

NEW: Mayor Brandon Johnson today announced the complete reinstatement of the Chicago Department of Environment (DOE) as the final step—the transition of environmental regulatory authority to DOE—officially takes effect. 1/

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

The mayors signing the declaration collectively represent 9.5 million residents across nine cities.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

NEW: Mayor Johnson joined a coalition of mayors to sign the Haymarket Declaration, a joint commitment to defend democracy and workers' rights. The Declaration builds cooperation between cities responding to Trump while demonstrating solidarity, resilience, and a commitment to economic justice.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

You can learn more about Community Development Grants here! - www.chicago.gov/city/en/site...

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

ICYMI: Over the weekend, Mayor Brandon Johnson today joined City Departments, Chicago residents, and community partners to celebrate Earth Day Families in Motion, a citywide parks spring cleaning event focused on preservation and sustainability. 📺 FOX32 Chicago

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Nicole D. Porter (she/her) @nicoledporter.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

et to listen to one of my favorite Mayors - @chicagompo.bsky.social on local community centered solutions at the #Safe&Just Communities Summit hosted by the @naturbanleague.bsky.social

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Nicole D. Porter (she/her) @nicoledporter.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Also building out alternative community safety infrastructure including alternative public infrastructure outside of 911 & law enforcement to respond to community needs. And community violence intervention infrastructure to center prevention in the community. #SafeandJust Summit

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Nicole D. Porter (she/her) @nicoledporter.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Several key solutions highlighted by @chicagompo.bsky.social including investing in Chicago’s youth through a jobs program among other community solutions mentioned.

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Mayor Brandon Johnson @mayorofchicago.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

At a time when families need more support, the Trump administration has abandoned its most basic responsibility by gutting SNAP, putting millions of people at risk—Chicago refuses to accept that.

"1. Image: Mayor Johnson puts food into a Greater Chicago Food Depository bag to distribute at the Marillac St. Vincent Food Pantry in Garfield Park. Text: MAYOR JOHNSON, Dood Depository
award MUTUAL AID microGRANTs TO COMBAT hunger, SNAP Cuts
The grants will expand food access and uplift community-based mutual aid organizations, while offsetting the harmful impacts of the Trump administration’s deep cuts to federal food assistance. Protecting Chicago"

"2. Image: Mayor Johnson, in a neon green vest, puts food into a crate at the Pan de Vida food distribution in Little Village. Text: In partnership
with the GCFD, the
mutual aid initiative
invests more than
$300,000 across 67 organizations to increase support for vulnerable people across Chicago.

The grants were awarded through Mayor Johnson’s November 2025 executive order which directed more City resources to combat hunger and food insecurity from federal cuts."

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Mayor Brandon Johnson @mayorofchicago.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

It’s not enough to just be able to afford a home. Our families deserve access to great schools and libraries so our children can stay and build their lives in Chicago.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

These developments will be the first to benefit start-to-finish from process improvements made through Mayor Johnson’s Cut the Tape initiative. As a result, increased control costs and accelerated development are expected—closing on these projects is now anticipated within 18 months.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

When projects receive LIHTC or City assistance, they enter into agreements that guarantee 30 years of affordability for tenants.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The total development costs for the 15 developments are estimated at $711 million, which incorporate public and private resources. This includes $16 million in LIHTC, which will generate an estimated $100 million in private equity, and an estimated $300 million from City financial assistance.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

▪️Two in partnership with Department of Planning and Development Request for Proposals; ▪️Three senior housing developments; ▪️12 new construction projects creating 798 units; ▪️Three preservation projects rehabilitating and maintaining the affordability of 425 units.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

▪️Two Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) developments, with 566 total units of which 426 are affordable; ▪️445 family-sized units with 2- or 3-bedrooms; ▪️130 units affordable to households earning 30% of the area median income (AMI);

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The 15 developments will create or preserve 1,223 housing units, 1,164 of which will be affordable. Other highlights include: ▪️13 of 15 projects are Equitable Transit-Oriented Developments (eTOD);

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Through the awards, the City will preserve existing affordable housing and neighborhood assets while expanding housing opportunities citywide.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

“Today we take a transformational step forward in our mission to make ‘housing as a human right’ a reality for every Chicagoan,” said MBJ. “Each unit we build empowers families to plant their roots in our city while increasing the ability for long-time residents to stay in their communities."

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Released every two years, the QAP sets the rules for accessing City assistance and federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), a crucial funding source for affordable housing development.

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Chicago Mayor's Press Office @chicagompo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

NEW: Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) announced an investment of more than $300 million in 15 affordable housing developments across the city as part of the 2025 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP).

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