Good Afternoon! Our work is paying off! I had a very productive meeting with Alderman Tunney and Chris Jessup (Director of Public Safety and Business Affairs) in addition to the Alderman's communication director (I think that was her title!). The meeting lasted more than one hour and believe me when I tell you, I was "one tough (but fair) customer." I thought the meeting was productive and in my estimation the Alderman's office is taking the issue seriously. I informed the Alderman that I will continue to monitor and track the progress on two main initiatives: 1) CPD staffing in our Ward; and 2) crime in our Ward. I made it clear to the Alderman that deterioration in either area would beget another letter. At the end of our meeting I requested that the Alderman write a formal response to all of us who signed our letters. Simply put, a closed door meeting wasn't going to cut it. After all, almost 500 of you took the time to share your concerns and sign these letters with me. Below you will find a link to the letter. Please understand that this letter doesn't answer all of our questions or concerns, but it's a start. I will continue to remain involved and I hope that you join me. To that end, I'm going to relaunch Belmont Harbor Neighbors Association. If any of you would like to get involved, please send me an email (ted.rosinus@gmail.com) http://adobe.ly/1SEiro0 Have a great week and thank you! Ted