18th Police District Council
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We are your elected representatives, building stronger connections between the police and our community. Together, we’re striving for a safer 18th District, where the community is a true partner in fostering safety and well-being.
The 18th District of Chicago, also known as the Near North District, encompasses the area south of Fullerton Avenue between the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. It includes several neighborhoods such as most of Lincoln Park, Old Town, the Gold Coast, Mag Mile, River North, River East, and Streeterville. The police station for the 18th District is located at 1160 North Larrabee Ave, Chicago, IL 60610.
This district is known for its bustling community and is closely situated to a variety of local attractions, making it a vibrant area of the city.
We’re dedicated to transparency and open dialogue—because informed communities are strong communities.
The 18th District Police Council acts as a bridge between the community and the police, voicing the community's concerns, needs, and interests. The council works closely with local police and other authorities to improve safety and security in the district. View more here on chicago.gov.
The first effort was to engage in a listening tour of the 13 main organizations. As a result of these conversations, we have initially identified 7 task force areas to focus on.
The Police District Council is a relatively new entity. It was established by an ordinance passed by the Chicago City Council in July 2021 as a model for enhancing police oversight, accountability, and public safety.
Each of the 22 police districts within Chicago, elected 3 members of their district’s council. As your representatives, we are responsible for gathering community input on police policy and public safety concerns, implementing community policing initiatives and restorative justice programs, and nominating candidates for the newly-created Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA), among other duties.
As an actively involved resident, your voice matters. You can attend community meetings, provide feedback on community issues, volunteer in community policing activities, and support the council’s initiatives.
Connect with the individuals you’ve chosen to represent you. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our mission is united: to ensure the 18th District is a safe, welcoming place for all residents and visitors.
Thank you for collaborating with the 18th Police District Council in creating a safer community. We haver truly valued community members’ involvement through task forces. Since taking office in May of 2023, we have evaluated several structures for community collaboration, and we are now piloting a new structure that will focus on a rotating set of safety topics.
The frequency of meetings will vary based on the focus areas.
