Jose M. Tirado Executive Director, Office of Emergency Management and Communications, City of Chicago | LinkedIn
Jose M. Tirado Executive Director, Office of Emergency Management and Communications, City of Chicago | LinkedIn
The city of Chicago is preparing to host the J. P. Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge on Thursday, May 16 in Grant Park. The 3.5-mile race is expected to draw approximately 16,500 participants and will commence at 6:50 p.m. Further details about the event can be found on the official website, jpmorganchasecc.com.
In anticipation of the race, street closures will begin as early as 10 a.m. on Thursday, affecting several key routes including Jackson, Columbus, Balbo, Ida B. Wells, Congress Plaza, Monroe, Mid-Level Randolph, South Water and Intermediate Wacker Dr. Motorists are advised to expect increased traffic and potential reroutes along the race route.
The City's Traffic Control Aides (TCAs) will be present to manage traffic flow and impacts from the event. Public transportation is encouraged for those planning to attend or pass through the area during this time. Information on CTA services and reroutes can be accessed via transitchicago.com or by calling 312-836-7000 from any area code/1-888-YOUR-CTA.
In line with national anti-terrorism public awareness campaigns such as "If You See Something Say Something™", city officials urge residents and visitors to report any suspicious activity they observe during the event to onsite security or call 9-1-1.
For additional public safety information and emergency alerts including weather updates, residents and visitors are encouraged to download the Chicago OEMC App available through Apple App and Google Play stores or visit Chicago.gov/OEMC.
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) will monitor events in collaboration with public safety partners and issue any necessary alerts or notifications to keep residents informed about weather conditions or emergencies. To receive these updates directly, sign up for NotifyChicago alerts at NotifyChicago.org.
Lastly, for public safety purposes along the lakefront, residents and visitors are reminded to take note of the numbers attached to light poles throughout Grant Park and along the lakefront. These green signs with white letters and numbers serve as location identifiers, helping individuals communicate their location to friends, family, and first responders when calling 9-1-1.
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