City In Review: Chicago

Edison Park · 2025-01

Edison Park sees 110 tree trim requests despite program closure

Edison Park residents filed 110 requests for tree trimming in January even though the category now says it's no longer being accepted. Service requests jumped 68%, from 223 to 374, with sidewalk program requests (33) and pothole complaints (31) trailing behind. Two building permits were issued—one for demolition, one for renovation—totaling $133,000, down from $592,000 the month before. Crime ticked up to 25 incidents from 19, including seven violent offenses. Two food establishments failed inspections.

By the numbers

Building permits2
Declared construction value$133,000
New business licenses5
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests374
Reported crimes25
Violent crimes7
Failed food inspections2

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