I have worked hard to develop close relationships with the police commanders that serve the 25th ward. At the same time, my work with community groups, particularly The Resurrection Project, has made it possible for our community to help the Chicago Police Department follow through on its commitment to community policing.

One of my proudest achievements of the past year has been the requisition and installation of POD cameras on the Ward’s most dangerous blocks. We have seen a reduction in gang-related activity in all of the areas where we have installed POD cameras.

The 25th Ward is safer now that in has been in my memory, and we are poised to make gang activity a thing of the past. I am also working closely with a citywide police task force that targets gangs who’s operations move across ward boundaries and I believe my record with CPD is a large part of their desire to include me in that project.

Community Alternative Policing Strategy (CAPS)
The partnership between police and community is the foundation of Chicago's own philosophy of community policing, known as CAPS -- the Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. I believe CAPS is one of the most important resources for Chicago residents. That is why I have made it a point to attend or to send a representative of my staff to every CAPS meeting in the 25th Ward.

I strongly encourage you to attend CAPS meetings to learn about the activities in your neighborhood and to develop relationships with your beat officers who patrol your streets.

News
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Ald. Solis Installs 8 POD Cameras in Pilsen and Chinatown

Events
October 12, 2007
25th Ward Safe Night
Throop Playlot - 1800 S. Throop

February 11, 2007
Come to Seat Check Sunday to Have Your Childs Car Seat Checked to Ensure That It is Properly Installed in Your Vehicle
1351 South Morgan

January 20, 2007
25th Ward Legal & Arquitectos Clinic
25th Ward Office, 2439 South Oakley Ave.

January 13, 2007
Save Our Children Anti-Violence Rally
Perez Elementary School, 1241 W. 19th Street

December 2, 2006
Alderman Solis & MAPO Invite You to A Christmas Party Toy Drive

Links
City of Chicago Web Site
A great site to find information for residents, business, government and exploring Chicago.

Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy (CAPS) Meetings
This site provides general information about the Chicago Police Department and the Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. You will also find information on how you can help make your neighborhood a safer more enjoyable place to live.

Crime Statistics for the 25th Ward
A freely browsable database of crimes reported in Chicago.

The Resurrection Project
The Resurrection Project (TRP) has built and sold 140 new affordable homes, rehabbed 12 buildings to provide 156 units of affordable housing, counseled and educated over 5,000 families on financial literacy and homeownership, and developed hundreds of community leaders through our organizing work.