Office of the Mayor

Building on Burnham

By preserving, protecting and improving our natural areas, we are building on the blueprint of Daniel Burnham's Plan for Chicago.

Mayor Emanuel outlined the future of Chicago as a two-waterfront city in his second Bulding on Burnham address. Since 2011, 985 new acres of parks have been acquired and 5.5 miles of new waterfront access developed under Building on Burnham.

One Summer Chicago

Applications are open for this year's One Summer Chicago program. More than 30,000 summer jobs and internship opportunities are available for youth between the ages of 14 and 24.

The program runs from July 2 through August 10, 2018 and helps young people gain valuable work experience and develop life skills. Apply by May 28th.

News Releases
Other City Updates

May 25, 2018

Coming soon - File and pay your taxes with Chicago Business Direct
May 25, 2018

CITY OF CHICAGO AND COOK COUNTY REMIND RESIDENTS ‘IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING’ IN ADVANCE OF HOLIDAY WEEKEND
May 25, 2018

Alderman O'Shea Kick-Off Third Annual Operation Help-A-Hero
May 24, 2018

Flags half-staff Memorial Day
May 24, 2018

Busy Summer Travel Season Starts with More Than 1.7 Million Passengers Expected at Chicago's Airports
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Chicago Stories Podcast

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Every week, Mayor Emanuel invites local Chicagoans and guests to join him at City Hall to share his or her Chicago story.

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and Soundcloud. Tweet using #ChiStories to suggest guest ideas and share your feedback.