A reader writes in asking:"According to the ONE website, Alderman Shiller hosted a forum (on March 23rd) with ONE to discuss how local residents from Uptown can get a job at the new Wilson Yard Target. There was NO mention of this meeting on the Alderman's website, nor any other publicity regarding this meeting. Are these job not being advertised to the general public?"
Please save for reference during the election.
ReplyDeleteNo worries Trey. Closer to election time we will be compiling a post of all of "Helen's Greatest Hits" for easy access. Remember, "Experience Matters."
ReplyDeleteNo offense, but I seriously doubt if people who read this blog are interested in a job at Target.
ReplyDeleteI like the greatest hits idea though.
Also, I went through the process for kicks. The Uptown store does not come up yet.
ReplyDeleteIt disturbs me more that that they had to have a meeting to show people how to figure out to apply than it does that Shiller was there....
No offense Jason, but I beg to differ.
ReplyDeleteI can think of several close friends off the top of my head who are in need of employment and would at least work at Target part-time to supplement their income.
I changed my mind! I'll take a PT job at Target! But I am sure you friends are smart enough to figure out how to apply without help from the Alderman!
ReplyDeleteThe point being... even though I think UU is biased.. people should have to figure out how to apply for a job without the help of government!!
ReplyDeleteJason:
ReplyDeleteWhether people need assistance getting a job or not is not the main point of this topic AT ALL!
If people need help getting a job, that's fine. The more employed, the better off we all are.
The real issue is that the Alderbeast is creating and cultivating a political base through patronage both on the jobs front and housing.
You want a cheap apartment... Go see the Alderman.
You want a job at Target... Go see the Alderman.
You want a dog park... Go along with the Alderman's TIF, and she'll give you a dog park.
These things are available to you, in essence, in exchange for your vote and compliance, and these things are available to you if you are part of her inner circle and core voter base.
Everyone else can pretty much F off.
This is a real slap in the face to the people who foot the TIF bill, whether or not those same people would be candidates for the jobs at Target.
It's about a complete lack of openness.
It's about a complete lack of transparency.
It's about not being a petty, arrogant cog participating in machine politics.
Toodles!
I'm more than willing to kiss the Alderman's ass for a part-time job at Target. I could really use the job, and she's not accompanying me into the voting booth.
ReplyDeleteI received a forwarded message from Uptown United about this through my block club. Here's the jist of it:
ReplyDeleteThe meeting took place Tuesday, March 23rd at 6pm at Leland Apartments at 1207 West Leland. It was intended for ONE (Organization of the NorthEast) members or for anyone interested in hourly work who lives within a 1 mile radius of the new Target. Local people can apply for jobs earlier than the general public. Online application will be available to everyone on April 11th. Questions can be directed to Cory Muldoon at cory@onechicago. org or (773) 878-1064. Another number provided is (773) 769-3232 x13.
I don't know about anyone else, but I am interested in working at Target! Perhaps interested folks can call the numbers above and apply early as well. Good luck!
I'm happy that Helen is at least fighting for jobs for folks in Uptown who need them, but limiting applications initially to local folks sounds like a violation of Federal employment laws to me. Then, again, geography might not be a protected group like age, ethnicity, gender, etc. Still, I'd rather have local folks get local jobs vs folks commuting from the burbs. Ironically, in my industry we can't find enough qualified people in the USA, let alone around the globe. Not many folks want to go for 8+ years of post-secondary education, especially when we've created a culture where education doesn't matter, just getting rich quick.
ReplyDeleteYou are more the welcome to navigate the employment filters at ONE, Uptown United, and Alderman Shiller's office(note that her website is paid for and in the service of Citizens for Helen Shiller) or you can just email Megan Wszalek at Target.
ReplyDeletePlease email our friends at Uptown Update if you would like Ms. Wszalek's email address.
*cough*
ReplyDeletePublic Subsides (TIF) - Ward 46, Precincts 8, 12, 20, 22, 23, 26, 32, 38, 41, 42, and 47
Should the City of Chicago adopt a policy whereby beneficiaries of public subsidies (including TIF) with more than 15 employees must give local residents first chance to apply for jobs, certify that all employees and contractors' employees receive a living wage and pledge to honor worker rights, including safety standards and the right to organize without interference?
Yes _____
No _____
By the way, if you want to have some fun, read this.
ReplyDeleteThen, follow this link in the article - follow the instructions provided.
How'd that work out for ya'?
Wanna have some fun?
ReplyDeleteFigure out what these people have in common?
Jackie Holsten
Angela Morrison
Orit Vardi
Nancy Kramer
Megan Wszalek
Yovi Escorcia
Hint: Ever seen any of these folks at public meetings re: WY?
I do like this line in the ONE article:
For more specific information about the jobs check out the questions that ONE members asked Target.
And that information can be found ... where?
Wait - more fun:
This is the largest development built in our community for many years. It is also the clearest example of a developer working with the community to address our needs
... bush league
Bravo, whatthehelen.
ReplyDeleteOne would think that it would be illegal for a local politician to have such a direct role in how people obtain publicly-subsidized homes and jobs.
Whether it is Helen Shiller or Jesse Helms involved in such a scenario, it doesn't pass the sniff test. Anyone out there with expertise on such matters care to explain how this is even possible?
yo: The ballot survey question is just a show. It has no bearing on the law. It's political fodder that COURAJ will use to bait the media.
ReplyDeleteBrennan: sure is.
ReplyDeleteThe trick is that whenever you experience anyone referencing it, you have to drink.
I may actually be comfortable with this. Target seems to be accepting applications from the community first, but not giving them a preference just because they're from the community.
ReplyDeleteAnd my biggest problem with the Helen crowd has always been their expectation that they be subsized for not working. If they're now willing to work, rather than lie around idly or get involved in criminal activity, that's a good thing.
Although I wonder how long it will be until someone from this batch of applicants gets fired for regularly showing up late or skipping shifts, and ONE hold a protest on Target's front steps.
What interests me about the ONE article yo references is this line:
ReplyDelete"For more information on what community youth are doing to ensure that Target hires young people from the community..."
Really? Is that what all those fisticuffs are about?