Streets and Sanitation Accident on Touhy near Ridge

Streets and Sanitation accident on Touhy near Ridge

By Bill Morton, Rogers Park in 1,000 Words Author
Photography by Bill Morton

updated 10:46 AM CST, Wed April 11, 2012

Intersection of Touhy and Ridge is dangerous, needs solution

A City of Chicago Streets and Sanitation truck was in an accident that included two cars on Touhy Avenue and Ridge this morning around 10am.

One driver had to have her door removed to escape her vehicle for medical treatment.

The Howard 290 CTA bus was delayed  due to the scene.

The Work Before the Office

When I walk down Clark Street or stop by Jarvis Square, I don’t see just storefronts and sidewalks — I see neighbors I’ve worked alongside, stories I’ve heard, and possibilities we haven’t reached yet.

From helping clean up broken glass near Howard Street to promoting small businesses along Glenwood, my focus has always been on making Rogers Park stronger — one connection, one effort at a time. I’ve been involved with our local business community, attended countless neighborhood meetings, and stood with residents when their concerns weren’t being heard.

That’s the kind of work I believe in. Quiet work. Honest work.

A few people have asked me lately if I plan to run for Alderman. I haven’t made that decision. But I understand why the question comes up — because people want someone who’s been present, not just during campaign season, but year after year.

If I ever run, it won’t be to “become something.” It’ll be to continue what I’ve already started — advocating for our neighborhood with the same commitment, just with a stronger platform.

In the meantime, I’ll keep doing what I’ve always done: listening, showing up, and doing the work — title or no title.

— Bill Morton