Chicago public meetings in 2023
127 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Chicago City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution that would place a referendum question on the ballot asking voters whether Chicago should keep its sanctuary city designation. The agenda includes procedural items and public comment before the resolution is considered.
- Resolution R2023-0004224 authorizing a referendum on Chicago's sanctuary city status
City Council
The Chicago City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including approving settlements totaling over $11 million, authorizing up to $14.5 million in TIF funds and $22.5 million in bonds for an affordable housing project, and amending tax increment financing redevelopment plans. The agenda also includes routine approvals of monthly reports and various traffic and parking changes.
- Settlement of $8,750,000 in Patrick Jenkins v. City of Chicago, $2,000,000 in Garrit et al. v. City of Chicago, and $515,000 in James Mundo v. City of Chicago
- TIF redevelopment agreement with 4300 Roosevelt LLC for construction at 4300 W. Roosevelt Road and 4301 W. Fifth Avenue
- Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds up to $22,500,000 and TIF up to $14,500,000 for United Yards 1A affordable housing at 1515 W. 47th Street
- Amendment to Lincoln Avenue TIF Redevelopment Plan (40th & 50th Wards)
- Amendment to Greater Southwest Industrial Corridor (East) Redevelopment Plan (17th & 18th Wards)
- Payment of various small claims — 42-7 (+0P/1A)
- Reauthorization for implementation of Flexible Housing Pool Program with initial grant funding and maximum five year ext — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Congratulations extended to Chicago Gay Men's Chorus on 40th anniversary — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Congratulations extended to Pamela Kintzel on 65th birthday — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Congratulations extended to Genowefa Salamon on 80th birthday — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Congratulations extended to Alexandra Johns on 80th birthday — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Congratulations extended to Fire Battalion Chief Mauricio Rodriguez on retirement — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Congratulations extended to William Gordon on 80th birthday — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
Committee on Police and Fire
The Committee on Police and Fire approved the appointment of Kyle A. Cooper as a member of the Police Board. The item passed in committee on December 12, 2023. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved appointment of Kyle A. Cooper to Police Board
Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards approved multiple map amendments and two text amendments at its 12/12/23 meeting. All items were passed as revised, substituted, or amended as noted. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved text amendment O2023-0005763 on rooftop and grade outdoor dining standards
- Approved text amendment O2023-0005759 adding optional administrative adjustment and variation section
- Approved landmark designation for 2678 W Washington Blvd (27th Ward)
- Approved map amendment A-8833: 319 E 103rd St from B3-1 to RS-2
- Approved map amendment A-8844: 3513-3527 W Grenshaw St and 1134-1142 S St. Louis Ave from PD 793 to RT4
- Approved map amendment A-8845: 3512-3526 W Roosevelt Rd and 1154 S St Louis Ave from PD 793 to B3-3
- Approved map amendment A-8846 (pass as revised): 3440-3456 W Roosevelt Rd, 1133 S St. Louis Ave, 3443-3445 W Grenshaw, PD 793 as amended
- Approved map amendment A-8851: 3863-3909 N Drake Ave from B2-2 to RS3
Committee on Ethics and Government Oversight
The Committee on Ethics and Government Oversight passed two items on December 11, 2023. The first amends Municipal Code Chapter 2-156 regarding lobbyist registration and regulations, sponsored by Alderman Martin. The second is a second amendment to an intergovernmental agreement with the Public Building Commission of Chicago, allowing the City's Inspector General to serve as the Commission's Inspector General, sponsored by Mayor Brandon Johnson. Both items were passed and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Passed amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 2-156 on lobbyist registration (sponsored by Martin)
- Passed second amendment to intergovernmental agreement with Public Building Commission for Inspector General services (sponsored by Mayor Johnson)
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance approved multiple items, including amendments to two TIF redevelopment plans, a TIF agreement with 4300 Roosevelt LLC, and issuance of multi-family housing revenue bonds for the United Yards 1A project. It also approved a loan modification for ReVive Cressey Center, small claims payments and denials, charitable solicitation permits, and three settlement orders totaling $11,265,000. All items were passed in committee on December 11, 2023.
- Approved Amendment 1 to Lincoln Avenue TIF Redevelopment Plan (40th & 50th Wards)
- Approved Amendment 2 to Greater Southwest Industrial Corridor (East) Redevelopment Plan (17th & 18th Wards)
- Approved amended TIF Redevelopment Agreement with 4300 Roosevelt LLC for 4300 W. Roosevelt Rd and 4301 W. Fifth Ave (24th Ward)
- Approved issuance of up to $22.5M in Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds and up to $14.5M TIF for United Yards 1A affordable housing (20th Ward)
- Approved loan modification agreement with ReVive Cressey Center for Housing and Healing (27th Ward)
- Approved payment of various small claims against the City
- Denied payment of various small claims against the City
- Approved settlement orders: $515,000 (Mundo), $2,000,000 (Garrit), $8,750,000 (Jenkins)
Committee on Public Safety
The Committee on Public Safety passed an ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 2-120-518 to establish reporting and tracking procedures for hate incidents. The ordinance was sponsored by Alderman Silverstein (50th Ward) and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Passed ordinance SO2023-0003932 establishing hate incident reporting and tracking procedures
Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety
The Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety passed a large batch of traffic-related ordinances, including all-way stops, speed limits, one-way street changes, disabled parking permits, residential permit parking zones, and parking restrictions. All items were passed as recommended by city departments or as direct introductions with aldermanic sponsorship. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved all-way stop signs at multiple intersections (e.g., South Morgan & West 34th St, West 64th & South Hamlin Ave)
- Approved 20 mph speed limits on several streets (e.g., South Prospect Ave, West Lyndale St, North Kedzie Ave)
- Approved one-way street changes (e.g., South Karlov Ave one-way southerly, North Leavitt St one-way northbound except bicycles)
- Approved disabled parking permits at numerous addresses (e.g., 4754 South Champlain Ave, 3837 West Wilson Ave)
- Approved residential permit parking zones (e.g., 2501-2559 North Monitor Ave, 2515-2407 West Berwyn Ave)
- Approved parking restrictions including no parking tow zones and loading zones (e.g., West Institute St, West 47th St)
- Approved ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 9-48-050 regarding intercity buses
- Approved repeals of several disabled parking permits (e.g., 3409 West Hirsch St, 2200 North Laramie Ave)
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on Budget and Government Operations adopted several items, including a redevelopment agreement and grant to Ellen Alderman and The Rebuild Foundation to repurpose St. Laurence School into residences and creative labs. It also approved an amendment to the Year 2023 Annual Appropriation Ordinance and three fund transfers within City Council committees. All items were passed as listed.
- Approved redevelopment agreement and NOF grant to Ellen Alderman and The Rebuild Foundation for St. Laurence School (02023-0005700)
- Approved Annual Appropriation Ordinance Year 2023 amendment within Fund 925 (SO2023-0005937)
- Approved fund transfer within Committee on Public Safety for Year 2023 (02023-0005576)
- Approved fund transfer within Committee on Economic Capital and Technology Development for Year 2023 (02023-0005739)
- Approved fund transfer within Committee on Workforce Development for Year 2023 (02023-0005949)
Committee on Workforce Development
The Committee on Workforce Development approved several routine items and recommended against a police arbitration ordinance. The committee voted 10-5 to recommend a 'no' vote on the arbitration ordinance in City Council, while approving the other items by voice vote.
- Approved October 30th Rule 45 Report (voice vote)
- Approved amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 6-130 (voice vote, 2 against)
- Approved FOP collective bargaining agreement changes (voice vote, 1 against)
- Recommended 'no' vote on police arbitration ordinance (10-5 roll call)
Committee on Transportation and Public Way
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way approved multiple ordinances on December 7, 2023, including reestablishing alley ingress/egress prohibitions for two properties, granting alley access exemptions for numerous businesses and schools, and designating several honorary street names. All items were submitted to the City Council for final approval on December 13, 2023. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.
- Repealed alley access ordinance for 2354 N Washtenaw Ave (O2023-0005953)
- Repealed alley access ordinance for 2355 N Washtenaw Ave (O2023-0005952)
- Exempted SRD Holdings from alley barrier requirements at 1321-1323 N Ashland Ave (O2023-0005950)
- Designated 'Honorary Maime Till-Mobley Way' on S Wabash Ave (O2023-0005643)
- Designated 'Honorary Titus Allen, Sr. Way' on S Vincennes Ave (O2023-0005640)
- Exempted Little Ivy League Academy from alley barrier requirements at 8601 S State St (O2023-0005647)
- Exempted Oscar's Auto Glass from alley barrier requirements at 6833 S South Chicago Ave (O2023-0005648)
- Approved Encuentro Square resubdivision (O2023-0005908)
Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights
The Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights approved its September 2023 Rule 45 Report and passed a resolution calling on the federal government to issue work permits to new migrants and long-term immigrant workers. Both items were passed and will be submitted to the City Council on December 13, 2023.
- Approved September 2023 Rule 45 Report
- Passed resolution SR2023-0005289 urging federal work permits for migrants and immigrant workers
Joint Committee: Environmental Protection and Energy; Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Joint Committee on Economic, Capital & Technology Development and Environmental Protection & Energy passed a report (R2023-0002804) on December 6, 2023, regarding a subject matter hearing on lead service line replacement programs. The report will be submitted to the City Council at its December 13, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Passed report R2023-0002804 on lead service line replacement hearing
Committee on Contracting Oversight and Equity
The Committee on Contracting Oversight and Equity passed a re-referral of an amendment to Municipal Code Section 2-74-020 regarding veteran hiring preference initiatives and requirements, sending it to the Committee on Workforce Development. The committee also held a subject matter hearing on the Chicago Casino Compliance Report, but no vote was taken on that item.
- Re-referred Municipal Code Section 2-74-020 amendment on veteran hiring to Workforce Development (passed)
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee on Economic, Capital, and Technology Development passed two items on December 5, 2023. It approved a Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 328 W 40th Pl in Ward 3, and approved the scope of services, budget, 2023 tax levy, and management agreement for Special Service Area No. 10 (Back of the Yards) covering Wards 11, 12, 15, and 20. Both items were sponsored by Mayor Johnson and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Approved Class 6(b) tax incentive for 328 W 40th Pl (Ward 3)
- Approved SSA No. 10 scope of services, budget, 2023 tax levy, and management agreement
Committee on Housing and Real Estate
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate approved the November 2023 Rule 45 Report and passed a third amendment to a lease with North LaSalle Financial Associates LLC for additional city space at Suite 1600, 2 N LaSalle St. The space will temporarily house the Community Council for Public Safety and the Office of Climate and Environmental Equity during the 9th floor buildout.
- Approved November 2023 Rule 45 Report
- Passed third amendment to lease with North LaSalle Financial Associates LLC for Suite 1600 at 2 N LaSalle St
Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards will consider a large list of proposed zoning map amendments and large sign permits. The agenda includes requests to rezone properties for uses like a cannabis business, a hotel, residential conversions, and commercial development. Several items were previously deferred and are being taken up again.
- Map amendment to allow cannabis business at 6714 S Stony Island Ave (5th Ward)
- Map amendment for 143-key hotel at 1016-1020 W Lake St (27th Ward)
- Map amendment for 6-story mixed-use affordable housing at 7901-11 S Exchange Ave (7th Ward, deferred)
- Large sign permits for Citgo Petroleum, Walgreens, and others
- Map amendment for CTA training center at 335-375 N Pulaski Ave (37th Ward)
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards approved several zoning map amendments and large sign permits. Notable approvals include the Thrive Exchange planned development for affordable housing in the 7th Ward, a zoning change for a new restaurant café in the 23rd Ward, and a correction to allow 12 dwelling units in the 25th Ward. All items were passed as substituted or revised as noted, with no denials or tabling recorded.
- Approved Planned Development 1416 to B3-5 at 1601-1611 N Halsted (A-8847)
- Approved B3-1 to B3-1 at 808-820 W 87th St (A-8853, passed as substituted)
- Approved RS1 to B3-3 at 2907-23 W Irving Park Rd (A-8852)
- Approved RT4/B3-2 to B1-1 at 934-40 N Western Ave (A-8841, passed as substituted)
- Approved B3-2 to B1-1 at 812 N Western Ave (A-8842)
- Approved RT4/B3-2/C1-2 to C1-3 and Residential Business Planned Development at 7901-11 S Exchange Ave (No. 22250, passed as revised)
- Approved RS3/B3-1 to B3-1 at 8301-03 S South Shore Dr (No. 22281)
- Approved RS-2 to B1-1 at 4619-23 W 63rd St (No. 22293)
Committee on Education and Child Development
The Committee on Education and Child Development will hold a subject matter hearing regarding the resources and programs available at City Colleges of Chicago.
- Subject matter hearing on City Colleges of Chicago resources and programs
Committee on Housing and Real Estate
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate is meeting to consider several items, including a lease amendment, an easement agreement, housing funding, a software license, and a rental subsidy program. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions on these matters.
- Third Amendment to lease with North LaSalle Financial Associates LLC for Suite 1600 at 2 N LaSalle St
- Public way easement with 3305 Lawndale Dev LLC for drainage swale at 3300 S Kedzie Ave
- Multi-family program funds or Sales Tax Securitization Bonds to Lake View Landing LP for supportive housing at 835 W Addison St
- License and subscription services agreement with ProLink Solutions, Inc. for housing data management
- Flexible Housing Pool Program with initial grant funding and up to five-year extension of landlord rental subsidy program
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate approved three items: funding for permanent supportive housing at 835 W Addison St, a data management agreement with ProLink Solutions, and a flexible housing pool rental subsidy program. Two items were deferred: a lease amendment for 2 N LaSalle St and a drainage easement at 3300 S Kedzie Ave. The October 2023 Rule 45 report was approved.
- Approved authorization of Multi-family program funds for Lake View Landing LP permanent supportive housing at 835 W Addison St
- Approved license and subscription services agreement with ProLink Solutions, Inc. for Department of Housing data management
- Approved Flexible Housing Pool Program with initial grant funding and five-year extension of landlord rental subsidy program
- Deferred third amendment to lease agreement with North LaSalle Financial Associates LLC for space at 2 N LaSalle St
- Deferred public way easement agreement with 3305 Lawndale Dev LLC for drainage swale at 3300 S Kedzie Ave
- Approved October 2023 Rule 45 Report
Committee on Education and Child Development
The Committee on Education and Child Development will hold a subject matter hearing regarding Chicago Public Schools. The discussion will focus on transportation, the budget, and new arrivals.
- Subject matter hearing on CPS transportation, budget, and new arrivals
Committee on Education and Child Development
The Committee on Education and Child Development is holding a subject matter hearing on CPS transportation, facilities, and resource needs. The agenda lists no specific items for decision, only the hearing itself.
- Subject matter hearing on CPS transportation, facilities, and resource needs
City Council
The Chicago City Council is holding its regular meeting on November 15, 2023, with committee reports and votes on various ordinances. Key items include financial support for affordable housing, school improvements, and numerous Special Service Area agreements. The agenda also includes routine procedural matters such as public comment, committee reports, and approval of the previous meeting's journal.
- Ordinance for Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds up to $22,500,000 and TIF up to $14,500,000 for United Yards 1A affordable housing at 1515 W. 47th St.
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Chicago Board of Education for up to $13,950,000 in TIF funds for Kenwood Academy High School improvements at 5015 S. Blackstone Ave.
- Authorization of fee waivers or refunds for Chicago Board of Education for public buildings.
- Proposed orders authorizing and denying payment of various small claims against the City.
- Appointments and reappointments to Special Service Area commissions, including SSA No. 16 Greektown, SSA No. 23 Clark Street-Lincoln Park, and SSA No. 34 Uptown.
- Payment of various small claims — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Various small claims — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Exemption from physical barrier requirement for commercial driveway alley access for Little Bear Nursery Schools — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Exemption from physical barrier requirement for commercial driveway alley access for Gerber Collision — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Amendment of Municipal Code Section 9-64-113 by allowing vehicles to park with wheels on curb on portion of S Hale Ave — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Extension of term, 2023 tax levy, 2024 budget and service provider agreement for Special Service Area No. 69, 95th/Ashla — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Establishment of Special Service Area No. 61-2023, Hyde Park, approval of 2024 budget and imposition of 2023 tax rate an — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Enlargement of boundaries, 2023 tax levy, 2024 budget and service provider agreement for Special Service Area No. 44, 10 — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance is holding a public hearing on the proposed issuance of up to $250 million in commercial paper notes for Chicago Midway International Airport. The notes would fund airport capital projects, refund outstanding bonds, and cover cash flow needs. The hearing is required by federal tax law and includes opportunities for oral and written public comment.
- Proposed issuance of up to $250,000,000 in Midway Airport Commercial Paper Notes
- Funds for capital projects at Midway Airport near 55th Street and Cicero Avenue
- Refunding or refinancing outstanding airport revenue bonds and notes
- Public hearing required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code
- Written comments due by 3:00 p.m. on November 9, 2023
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance is considering major financial authorizations for affordable housing and public schools, including over $37 million in combined bond and TIF funding. The agenda also includes routine items such as fee waivers for the Chicago Board of Education, small claims payments, and a charitable solicitation permit.
- Ordinance for up to $22,500,000 in Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds and up to $14,500,000 in TIF funds for the United Yards 1A project at 1515 W. 47th Street.
- Ordinance for up to $13,950,000 in TIF funds for the Chicago Board of Education to connect buildings and replace HVAC units at Kenwood Academy High School.
- Ordinance authorizing fee waivers or refunds for the Chicago Board of Education and its contractors.
- Proposed orders authorizing and denying payment of various small claims against the City of Chicago.
- Proposed order authorizing a Tag Day permit for The Nature Conservancy in seven neighborhoods from December 1 to December 31, 2023.
The Committee on Finance approved an ordinance to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with the Chicago Board of Education, providing up to $13,950,000 in TIF funds for connecting the main campus building to the former Canter building and replacing heating and cooling units at Kenwood Academy High School. The committee also approved fee waivers for the Board of Education, authorized payment of some small claims while denying others, approved a Tag Day permit for The Nature Conservancy, and received a report on October 2023 verdicts and settlements.
- Approved $13.95M TIF agreement for Kenwood Academy (O2023-0005701)
- Approved fee waiver authorization for Chicago Board of Education (O2023-0005778)
- Approved payment of various small claims against the City
- Denied payment of various small claims against the City
- Approved Tag Day permit for The Nature Conservancy (Dec 1-31, 2023)
Committee on Health and Human Relations
The Committee on Health and Human Relations will consider the approval of the September 2023 Rule 45 Report and vote on numerous appointments and reappointments to five advisory councils: LGBTQIA+ Issues, Women, Veterans, Equity, and New Americans. The meeting includes roll call, public commentary, and the monthly report. All listed items are appointments; no other substantive policy matters are on the agenda.
- Approval of September 2023 Rule 45 Report
- 18 appointments/reappointments to Advisory Council on LGBTQIA+ Issues
- 14 appointments/reappointments to Advisory Council on Women
- 10 appointments/reappointments to Advisory Council on Veterans
- 10 appointments/reappointments to Advisory Council on Equity
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development will consider a large slate of Special Service Area (SSA) items, including appointments and reappointments to SSA commissions, and approval of scopes of services, budgets, tax levies, and management agreements for dozens of SSAs across the city. The agenda also includes two Class 6(b) tax incentive support measures and a subject matter hearing update on the Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot Program.
- Appointments/reappointments to SSA commissions, including SSA No. 16 (Greektown), No. 23 (Clark Street-Lincoln Park), No. 25 (Little Village), No. 34 (Uptown), No. 50 (Calumet Heights/Avalon), No. 27 (West Lakeview), No. 47 (47th Street and Cottage Grove), and No. 18 (North Halsted).
- Support of Class 6(b) tax incentives for properties at 5740 N Tripp Ave and 2717/2757 W. Chicago Avenue.
- Approval of scopes of services, budgets, and management agreements for over 50 Special Service Areas, including SSA No. 4 (95th/Beverly), No. 23 (Clark Street-Lincoln Park), No. 25 (Little Village), No. 26 (Edgewater), No. 31 (Greater Ravenswood), No. 35-2015 (Lincoln Avenue), No. 38 (North Center), No. 60 (Albany Park), No. 71 (Roseland), No. 3 (63rd Street), No. 7 (Kedzie Industrial Park), No. 10 (Back of the Yards), No. 13 (Stockyards), No. 16 (Greektown), No. 19 (Howard Street), No. 24 (Clark Street-Rogers Park), No. 27 (Lakeview), No. 34 (Uptown), No. 39 (Brighton/Archer), No. 43 (Devon Avenue), No. 45 (103rd Street-Halsted), No. 50 (Calumet Heights/Avalon), No. 54 (Sheridan Road), No. 56-2022 (Bronzeville), No. 59-2022 (59th Street), No. 62 (Sauganash), and many others.
- Authorizations to extend, enlarge, or establish certain SSAs, including SSA No. 18, No. 44, No. 61-2023, and No. 69.
- Subject matter hearing update on the Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot Program.
The Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development passed 39 items and introduced 23 more, mostly related to Special Service Areas (SSAs). Approved items include appointments to SSA commissions and support for Class 6(b) tax incentives for two properties. All items were passed without recorded opposition.
- Approved appointment of Constantinos Vitogiannis to SSA No. 16 Greektown Commission
- Approved reappointment of Jonathan M. Gordon to SSA No. 23 Clark Street-Lincoln Park Commission
- Approved reappointment of Richard Juarez, Sr. to SSA No. 25 Little Village Commission
- Approved reappointment of Noreen Keeney, Matthew L. Ruffi, Terry N. Tuohy, and Karl D. Sullivan to SSA No. 34 Uptown Commission
- Approved appointment of Davonna M. Brown to SSA No. 50 Calumet Heights/Avalon Commission
- Approved support of Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 5740 N Tripp Ave
- Approved support of Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 2717 and 2757 W. Chicago Avenue
- Approved scope of services, budgets, and management agreements for 24 SSAs (items 15-39)
Committee on Public Safety
The Committee on Public Safety is considering two ordinance amendments: one creating a new offense for assault against city employees with enforcement authority, and another designating noise sensitive zones on specified streets. Both items are listed for consideration at the November 13, 2023 meeting.
- O2023-0003867: Adds Section 8-4-077, 'Assault Against City Employees with Enforcement Authority' (sponsored by Hopkins)
- O2023-0004088: Amends Section 8-32-065 to designate noise sensitive zones on portions of specified streets (sponsored by Conway)
The Committee on Public Safety passed two ordinances. One adds a new section to the Municipal Code creating the offense of assault against city employees with enforcement authority. The other designates noise sensitive zones on specified streets. Both were passed and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Passed ordinance SO2023-0003867 adding Section 8-4-077 on assault against city employees with enforcement authority
- Passed ordinance SO2023-0004088 designating noise sensitive zones on specified streets
Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety
The Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety will hold a hearing (no votes) on police traffic stops and their impact on Black and Latine residents, then consider direct introductions and recommended items covering disabled parking permits, residential permit parking, parking restrictions, speed limits, stop signs, and parking meters. A large block of disabled-parking items received no department recommendation and will be handled as aldermanic overrides.
- Hearing on police traffic stops and impacts on Black and Latine residents (R2023-0004214)
- 20 mph speed limits on multiple streets in Wards 1, 32, 37, and 47
- All-way stop signs at North Melvina Avenue/West Cornelia Avenue and West Marquette Road/South Hamlin Avenue
- Repeal rush hour parking restrictions on West Belmont Avenue (Ward 32)
- Dozens of disabled parking permit restrictions citywide (no recommendation)
The Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety passed numerous traffic and parking measures, including speed limits, stop signs, parking restrictions, and disabled parking permits. All items were approved as recommended or per sponsoring aldermen, with no substantive debate recorded.
- Approved 20 mph speed limits on multiple streets in Wards 1, 32, 37, and 47
- Approved all-way stop signs at intersections in Wards 6, 23, and 30
- Approved disabled parking permits for over 200 locations citywide
- Approved residential permit parking zones in Wards 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 21, 23, 25, 26, 27, 29, 31, 36, 42, and 50
- Approved parking restrictions and tow zones in Wards 12, 25, 33, and 41
- Approved amendment to Municipal Code 9-64-113(i) for parking on curb on South Hale Avenue (Ward 19)
City Council
This is the agenda for the Chicago City Council regular meeting on November 9, 2023. The agenda lists only standard procedural steps (call to order, roll call, public comment, committee reports, introduction of legislation, etc.) with no specific items, votes, or dollar amounts detailed. Any substantive items would be listed in separate committee agendas referenced but not included here.
- Public comment period for items on the meeting agenda
- Reports from standing and special committees
- Introduction of new ordinances and resolutions by alderpersons
- Agreed Calendar for non-controversial ceremonial resolutions
- Omnibus roll call vote on remaining items
- Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 2, 4 and 6 by modifying various sections and adding new Chapter 6-130 entitled "Chica — 36-12 (+0P/2A)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Committee on Transportation and Public Way
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way is meeting to consider several ordinances, including an infrastructure agreement for the LeClaire Courts redevelopment, multiple alley barrier exemptions for parking facilities, honorary street designations, and proposed street vacations by the Chicago Housing Authority. Most items are routine exemptions or designations, but the LeClaire Courts agreement and the street vacations are more substantial.
- Infrastructure agreement for LeClaire Courts redevelopment (22nd Ward)
- Vacation of South Laflin Street between Roosevelt Road and 13th Street (CHA)
- Vacation of West Hastings Street and adjacent alleys (CHA and West Hastings Owner)
- Honorary designation of South Ashland Avenue as 'Mother Lula Mae Watson-Williams Way'
- Amendment to Municipal Code Section 9-64-170 to allow commercial pickup truck parking on North Albany Avenue
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way approved an infrastructure agreement for the LeClaire Courts redevelopment project in the 22nd Ward, along with numerous ordinances exempting properties from barrier requirements for alley access to parking facilities. The committee also approved an honorary street designation and a municipal code amendment allowing commercial vehicle parking on North Albany Avenue. All items were submitted to the City Council for final approval.
- Approved infrastructure agreement for LeClaire Courts redevelopment (22nd Ward)
- Approved alley barrier exemptions for 4746 MICHIGAN LLC at 4742 and 4744 S. Michigan Ave
- Approved alley barrier exemptions for CITY AUTOWERKS, CITY LUXURY AUTOWERKS, and CITY MOTORWERKS on S. Michigan Ave
- Approved amendment to 'Principal John E. Everett Way' honorary street designation
- Approved alley barrier exemption for M&M REALTY PROPERTIES at 1700-1702 E. 75th St
- Approved honorary designation 'Mother Lula Mae Watson-Williams Way' on S. Ashland Ave
- Approved alley barrier exemptions for multiple businesses including Gerber Collision, United Center Joint Venture, and others
- Approved municipal code amendment allowing parking of commercial pickup trucks/vans under 8,000 lbs on N. Albany Ave
Committee on License and Consumer Protection
The Committee on License and Consumer Protection will consider several ordinances that either allow or restrict additional liquor and package goods licenses on specific street segments in various wards. The agenda also includes approval of the September and October 2023 Rule 45 reports. Sponsoring aldermen or their staff must be present to speak to each item.
- Approval of September and October 2023 Rule 45 reports
- Ordinance to disallow additional package goods licenses on portion of 87th Street (8th Ward)
- Ordinance to restrict shared housing and vacation rentals in 13th Ward precincts
- Ordinance to allow additional package goods licenses on portion of Grand Avenue (27th Ward)
- Ordinance to allow additional liquor licenses on portion of Logan Boulevard (32nd Ward)
The Committee on License and Consumer Protection approved all seven proposed ordinances amending the Municipal Code regarding package goods and alcoholic liquor licenses, as well as the September and October 2023 Rule 45 Reports. All items passed unanimously and will be submitted to the City Council on November 15, 2023.
- Approved ordinance to disallow additional package goods licenses on portion of 87th Street (O2023-0004822)
- Approved ordinance designating 13th Ward precincts as Restricted Residential Zone prohibiting additional shared housing and vacation rentals (O2023-0004957)
- Approved ordinance to allow additional package goods licenses on portion of Grand Avenue (O2023-0005671)
- Approved ordinance to allow additional package goods licenses on portion of Belmont Avenue (O2023-0005699)
- Approved ordinance to allow additional alcoholic liquor licenses on portion of Logan Boulevard (O2023-0004752)
- Approved ordinance to disallow additional package goods licenses on portion of LaSalle Street (O2023-0005533)
- Approved substitute ordinance to allow additional alcoholic liquor and package goods licenses on portion of Lincoln Avenue (O2023-0005315)
- Approved September and October 2023 Rule 45 Reports
Committee on Committees and Rules
The Committee on Committees and Rules is reviewing a resolution regarding a referendum question for public mental health clinics. The Committee may also consider a substitute version of this resolution that addresses Chicago's migrant situation.
- Resolution (R2023-0005108) regarding a public mental health clinics referendum question
- Potential substitute resolution addressing Chicago’s migrant situation
City Council
The Chicago City Council is meeting to consider a $1.77 billion real estate tax levy for 2024 and a revenue ordinance adjusting various taxes, fines, and fees. The agenda also includes committee reports on environmental issues, such as radiation monitoring and a hearing on Peoples Gas rate hikes. Most of the meeting follows standard procedural order, with substantive items coming from committee reports.
- Ordinance to levy $1,773,557,000 in real estate taxes for 2024 (O2023-0005291)
- 2024 Municipal Code Revenue Ordinance amending Titles 2, 3, 9, 11, and 14 (O2023-0005293)
- Amendment to remove Carnotite Moratorium Area from radiation monitoring rules (O2023-0004939)
- Amendment on administration of private hauling complaints (SO2023-0001243)
- Call for hearings on proposed Peoples Gas rate hikes (R2023-0004577)
- Submission of public question by referendum to Chicago voters for increase in Chicago real estate transfer tax rates — 32-17 (+0P/1A)
- Acquisition of property at 11414 S Halsted St including northwest corner of 115th and Halsted St from Albertsons Compani — 49-1 (+0P/0A)
- Call for hearing(s) on proposed rate hikes by Peoples Gas Company — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Amendment of Municipal Code Section 11-4-1100 requiring radiation monitoring work to be in compliance with federal and c — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 2, 8 and 11 regarding administration of private hauling complaints — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Declaration of June 9, 2024 as "Captain Bill Pickney Day" in Chicago — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Congratulations extended to Terri Hemmert on 50th anniversary at WXRT-FM and declaration of November 3, 2023 as "Terri H — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Tribute to late Colleen J. Flood — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy
The Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy is scheduled to approve its September 2023 Rule 45 Report and consider two municipal code amendments. The agenda includes a subject matter hearing on proposed rate increases by Peoples Gas Company. Public comment is limited to a total of 30 minutes at the start of the meeting.
- Approval of the September 2023 Rule 45 Report
- O2023-0004939: Amend Municipal Code Chapter 11-4 to remove the Carnotite Moratorium Area
- SO2023-0001243: Amend Municipal Code Titles 2, 8, and 11 regarding administration of private hauling complaints
- R2023-0004577: Call for hearing(s) on proposed rate hikes by Peoples Gas Company
The Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy passed three items on November 6, 2023, for submission to the City Council. These include an amendment to remove the Carnotite Moratorium Area from radiation monitoring rules, an amendment to streamline administration of private hauling complaints, and a call for hearings on proposed Peoples Gas rate hikes. All items passed without recorded opposition.
- Passed amendment O2023-0004939 to remove Carnotite Moratorium Area from radiation monitoring (unanimous)
- Passed amendment SO2023-0001243 to update private hauling complaint administration (unanimous)
- Passed resolution R2023-0004577 calling for hearings on Peoples Gas rate hikes (unanimous)
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance is meeting to consider two ordinances: one authorizing the 2024 real estate tax levy of $1,773,557,000, and another amending Municipal Code Titles 2, 3, 9, 11, and 14 regarding revenue from certain taxes, fines, and fees. Both items are listed for consideration; no votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Ordinance to approve 2024 real estate tax levy of $1,773,557,000 (O2023-0005291)
- Ordinance amending Municipal Code Titles 2, 3, 9, 11, and 14 on revenue from taxes, fines, and fees (2024 Municipal Code Revenue Ordinance, O2023-0005293)
The Committee on Finance passed an ordinance authorizing the 2024 real estate tax levy of $1,773,557,000. It also approved a substitute ordinance amending Municipal Code Titles 2, 3, 9, 11, and 14 regarding revenue from certain taxes, fines, and fees. Both items were forwarded to the City Council for final consideration.
- Approved 2024 real estate tax levy of $1,773,557,000
- Approved 2024 Municipal Code Revenue Ordinance (SO2023-0005293)
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on Budget and Government Operations is reviewing proposed corrections to the 2024 Budget Recommendations. The committee will also consider the adoption of the Annual Appropriation Ordinance for Year 2024.
- Adoption of the 2024 Annual Appropriation Ordinance
- Amendments to employee benefits, salary schedules, and leave regulations
- Expenditure of portion of Motor Fuel Tax funds for 2024
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Chicago Transit Authority and Cook County regarding Motor Fuel Tax funds
- 2024 Municipal Code Corrections and Management Ordinances
Committee on Health and Human Relations
The Committee on Health and Human Relations will review various appointments and reappointments to several city advisory councils. The committee will also consider the approval of the September 2023 Rule 45 Report.
- Appointments to the Advisory Council on LGBTQ+ Issues
- Appointments to the Advisory Council on Women
- Appointments to the Advisory Council on Veterans
- Appointments to the Advisory Council on Equity
- Appointments to the Advisory Council on New Americans
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Special Service Area No. 69, located at 95th and Ashland. The discussion includes the enlargement of boundaries, budget approval, and the execution of a service provider agreement.
- Public hearing on Special Service Area No. 69 (95th/Ashland)
- Proposed enlargement of SSA boundaries
- Approval of tax levy and budget for SSA No. 69
- Execution of service provider agreement for SSA No. 69
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee on Economic, Capital, and Technology Development is holding a public hearing on Special Service Area No. 61-2023 in Hyde Park (Wards 4 and 5). The hearing covers enlargement of boundaries, imposition of a tax levy, budget approval, extension of the tax levy period, and execution of a service provider agreement. Written public comment is accepted until 12:00 PM CT on November 1, 2023.
- Public hearing on Special Service Area No. 61-2023, Hyde Park
- Enlargement of SSA boundaries
- Imposition and extension of tax levy
- Approval of SSA budget
- Execution of service provider agreement
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee on Economic, Capital, and Technology Development is holding a public hearing on Special Service Area No. 44 (103rd Street-Beverly). The hearing covers enlarging boundaries, imposing a tax levy, approving a budget, extending the tax levy period, and executing a service provider agreement. Written public comment is accepted until November 1, 2023.
- Public hearing on SSA No. 44, 103rd Street-Beverly (Ward 19)
- Enlargement of SSA boundaries
- Imposition of tax levy and extension of tax levy period
- Approval of SSA budget
- Execution of service provider agreement
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Special Service Area No. 18 in Northalsted. The discussion includes the enlargement of boundaries, budget approval, and the execution of a service provider agreement.
- Public hearing on boundary enlargement for SSA No. 18
- Discussion of tax levy imposition and extension
- Approval of budget for SSA No. 18
- Execution of service provider agreement for SSA No. 18
Committee on Workforce Development
The Committee on Workforce Development will review a substitute ordinance regarding the Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance. The meeting also includes the approval of the September 20th Rule 45 Report.
- Review of substitute ordinance SO2023-0002980 for Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance
- Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 2 and 6
- Addition of new Chapter 6-130 entitled Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance
- Approval of September 20th Rule 45 Report
The Committee on Workforce Development voted 13-2 to pass the Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance, which amends Municipal Code Titles 2 and 6 and adds new Chapter 6-130. The ordinance now moves to the full City Council for consideration.
- Passed Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance out of committee (13-2)
City Council
The Chicago City Council is holding a special meeting to consider three resolutions that would place advisory referendum questions on the ballot. The questions ask voters whether Chicago should keep its Sanctuary City designation, increase the number of public mental health clinics, and create a flooding mitigation and response plan. The council will vote on whether to authorize these questions for the ballot.
- Resolution to ask voters if Chicago should remain a Sanctuary City (R2023-0004224)
- Resolution to ask voters if Chicago should increase public mental health clinics (R2023-0005108)
- Resolution to ask voters if Chicago should create a flooding mitigation and response plan (R2023-0005109)
Committee on Transportation and Public Way
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way is meeting to consider several ordinances, including an infrastructure agreement for the LeClaire Courts redevelopment, multiple alley barrier exemptions for parking facilities, honorary street designations, and proposed street vacations by the Chicago Housing Authority. Most items are routine exemptions or designations, but the LeClaire Courts agreement and the street vacations are more substantial.
- Infrastructure agreement for LeClaire Courts redevelopment (22nd Ward)
- Vacation of South Laflin Street between Roosevelt Road and 13th Street (CHA)
- Vacation of West Hastings Street and alleys near 14th Street (CHA and West Hastings Owner)
- Honorary designation 'Mother Lula Mae Watson-Williams Way' on South Ashland Avenue
- Amendment to Municipal Code Section 9-64-170 to allow commercial pickup truck parking on North Albany Avenue
Committee on Committees and Rules
The Committee on Committees and Rules is considering re-referring several items to other committees, including a resolution to put a sanctuary city referendum on the March 2024 ballot. It is also reviewing proposed referenda on a real estate transfer tax for homelessness services, increasing mental health clinics, and a flooding mitigation plan. The agenda includes numerous reappointments to advisory councils and a proposed ordinance requiring 30-day notice for temporary shelters.
- Referendum on keeping Chicago's Sanctuary City designation (R2023-0004224)
- Referendum on new real estate transfer tax rates to combat homelessness (R2023-0004166)
- Referendum on increasing number of public mental health clinics (R2023-0005108)
- Ordinance requiring 30-day advance notice to alderpersons for temporary shelters (02023-0004225)
- Reappointments to Advisory Council on LGBTQ+ Issues (multiple)
The Committee on Committees and Rules approved a referendum question for the March 19, 2024 ballot asking Chicago voters to approve new real estate transfer rates to fund homelessness services. It also passed a referendum on creating a flooding mitigation plan, but held a proposal to increase public mental health clinics. Several other items were re-referred to other committees, including a sanctuary city referendum and reappointments to advisory councils.
- Approved referendum on real estate transfer tax for homelessness (Item 17)
- Passed referendum on flooding mitigation plan (Item 19)
- Held in committee referendum on increasing public mental health clinics (Item 18)
- Approved correction of City Council Journal (Item 1)
- Re-referred sanctuary city referendum to committee (Item 2)
- Re-referred Peoples Gas rate hike hearing resolution (Item 3)
- Re-referred multiple advisory council reappointments (Items 4-14)
- Re-referred Peacebook Ordinance and shelter notice ordinance (Items 15-16)
City Council
The Chicago City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including housing development agreements, tax increment financing (TIF) for school improvements, and airport concession relief. The agenda includes reports from committees on finance, aviation, housing, and workforce development, with several ordinances up for approval.
- Ordinance to revise HUD loan terms for Imani Village Senior Residences at 9621 S. Cottage Grove Ave.
- TIF funds up to $5.3M for chiller plant at Roberto Clemente High School, $2.5M for fire alarms at Von Steuben High School, $2.9M for roof at Mollison Elementary
- Acquisition of former Jewel store at 11414 S. Halsted St. for migrant shelter
- Sale of vacant fire station to Black Fire Brigade for $1.00 for EMS training center
- Settlement of $200,000 in case Estate of Michelle Ewing v. City of Chicago
- Various small claims — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Designation of November 2023 as Native American Heritage Month in the City of Chicago — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Declaration of November 11, 2023 as Veterans Day — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Tribute to late Brent R. Hamlet — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Settlement agreement regarding case of Brent G. Hampton, Jr. as Administrator of the Estate of Michelle Ewing, deceased, — 49-1 (+0P/0A)
- Second amendment to Clark/Montrose Redevelopment Project Area Tax Increment Finance Program Redevelopment Plan and Proje — 49-0 (+0P/0A)
- Second amendment to license agreement with Chicago Concourse Development Group for wireless communication access system — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Extension and amendment of concessionaire Covid-19 economic relief agreement at Chicago O'Hare International and Midway — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Committee on Committees and Rules
The Committee on Committees and Rules is reviewing several items for re-referral to other committees. This includes proposals for public referendum questions regarding sanctuary city status, mental health clinics, and flooding mitigation.
- Referendum question regarding Chicago's designation as a Sanctuary City
- Resolution for a hearing on proposed Peoples Gas Company rate hikes
- Amendment to establish Neighborhood and City-Wide Peace Commissions
- Ordinance requiring 30-day notice for temporary residential shelters in wards
- Referendum questions regarding real estate transfer tax rates and mental health clinics
The Committee on Committees and Rules approved a resolution to submit a public question to Chicago voters at the March 19, 2024 election, proposing new real estate transfer rates to fund homelessness services and shelters. It also approved a correction to the City Council Journal of Proceedings from September 14, 2023. Several other items were re-referred to other committees or held, including a mental health clinics referendum held in committee.
- Approved correction of City Council Journal of Proceedings of September 14, 2023
- Approved referendum on real estate transfer rates to combat homelessness (Item 17)
- Passed referendum on flooding mitigation and response plan (Item 19)
- Held in committee referendum on increasing public mental health clinics (Item 18)
- Re-referred Sanctuary City referendum to Committee on Committees and Rules (Item 2)
- Re-referred Peoples Gas rate hike hearing resolution to Environment Protection and Energy (Item 3)
- Re-referred multiple advisory council appointments to Health and Human Relations (Items 4-14)
- Re-referred Peacebook Ordinance to Joint Committee on Health and Human Relations and Workforce Development (Item 15)
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance is meeting to consider a monthly Rule 45 report, several housing ordinances, multiple Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreements for school improvements, amendments to redevelopment plans, and various claims and settlements. These items involve financial assistance, property transfers, and funding approvals that affect city spending and development.
- Amendment for Imani Village Senior Residences at 9621 S. Cottage Grove Ave (HUD loan term/interest rate)
- Ownership transfer to East Lake Darul LLC for Darul Amaan Senior Apartments at 4814-4820 N. Kedzie Ave
- Financial assistance to Austin United Alliance LP for residential project at 5206-5224 W. Chicago Ave
- TIF funds up to $5,300,000 for chiller plant at Roberto Clemente High School, 1147 N. Western Ave
- Settlement of $200,000 in case Brent G. Hampton Jr. v. City of Chicago
The Committee on Finance approved all 17 items on its agenda, including TIF-funded school improvements, several housing development agreements, amendments to redevelopment plans, small claims payments, and a settlement. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved September 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report
- Approved Imani Village Senior Residences HUD loan amendment (8th Ward)
- Approved ownership transfer of Darul Amaan Senior Apartments to East Lake Darul LLC (33rd Ward)
- Approved financial assistance to Austin United Alliance LP for residential project (37th Ward)
- Approved revised Redevelopment Agreement with Celadon/Blackwood/United Yards (20th Ward)
- Approved TIF funds: $5.3M for Roberto Clemente HS chiller plant, $2.5M for Von Steuben HS fire alarm, $2.9M for Mollison ES roof (1st, 39th, 3rd Wards)
- Approved amendments to TIF redevelopment plans (24th/Michigan, 111th/Kedzie, Clark/Montrose, Galewood/Armitage, Woodlawn)
- Approved small claims payments, denied other small claims, approved Tag Day permits, and $200,000 settlement in Hampton v. City
Committee on Workforce Development
The Committee on Workforce Development will consider a substitute ordinance amending the Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance, which modifies municipal code titles 2 and 6 and adds a new chapter on paid leave. The committee will also approve the September 20th Rule 45 report. Public comment is accepted until October 27th.
- Approval of September 20th Rule 45 Report
- O2023-0002980: Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance amendment (substitute SO2023-0002980)
The Committee on Workforce Development approved the September 20th Rule 45 Report by voice vote. The proposed Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance (O2023-0002980) was discussed, with a substitute ordinance (SO2023-0002980) to be presented at a recessed meeting on November 2nd. No final action was taken on the ordinance.
- Approved September 20th Rule 45 Report (voice vote)
- Deferred action on Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance to Nov. 2 meeting
Committee on Aviation
The Committee on Aviation is meeting to consider two ordinances: extending and amending a COVID-19 economic relief agreement with concessionaires at O'Hare and Midway airports, and a second amendment to a license agreement with Chicago Concourse Development Group for wireless communication systems at both airports. The committee will also approve a Rule 45 report from September 2022. Public comment is accepted via email until October 27, 2023.
- Extension and amendment of concessionaire COVID-19 economic relief agreement at O'Hare and Midway airports
- Second amendment to license agreement with Chicago Concourse Development Group for wireless communication access system and services at O'Hare and Midway
- Approval of Rule 45 Report: September 2022
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on Budget and Government Operations published a tentative calendar of daily budget hearings starting at 10:00 A.M. from October 16 through October 30, 2023, in the City Council Chamber. The schedule lists which city departments and offices will present their budgets on each day, with October 30 reserved as a potential overflow date.
- October 16: Budget overview with Budget Director, Chief Financial Officer, and Department of Finance/Comptroller
- October 17: Joint hearings for oversight bodies (Inspector General, Police Board, Ethics) and business/consumer affairs agencies
- October 24: Department of Police budget hearing
- October 25: Possible additional police hearing, plus Buildings, Animal Care, and other departments
- October 30: Reserved date for any unfinished hearings
Committee on Housing and Real Estate
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate approved several property transactions, including the acquisition of a former Jewel store at 11414 S Halsted St to operate as a migrant shelter, and passed agreements for medical clinic leases, a fire station sale, and land transfers for parks and the Red Line Extension. The Department of Housing's Q2 report was presented with no vote taken.
- Approved acquisition of 11414 S Halsted St for migrant shelter (passed as substitute)
- Approved lease extension for Lower West Side Neighborhood Clinic (passed)
- Approved lease extension for Uptown Neighborhood Health Clinic (passed)
- Approved sale of vacant fire station to Black Fire Brigade Org for $1 (passed)
- Approved land swap with Chicago Park District for Robert Jackson Park property (passed)
- Approved sale of parcels to CTA for Red Line Extension at $1 per parcel (passed)
- Approved sale of 4301-4329 W Madison St to Garfield Park Wellness Support Corp for $1 (passed)
- No vote taken on Department of Housing Q2 report
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on Budget and Government Operations has released a tentative schedule for the 2023 budget consideration calendar. Hearings are set to begin daily at 10:00 A.M. in the City Council Chamber, covering various city departments and offices. The schedule includes specific dates for reviewing the budgets of public safety, infrastructure, and administrative bodies.
- Hearing scheduled for October 20 for the Department of Streets & Sanitation
- Hearing scheduled for October 20 for the Chicago Department of Aviation
- Hearing scheduled for October 24 for the Department of Police
- Hearing scheduled for October 26 for the Chicago Department of Transportation
- Hearing scheduled for October 27 for the City Treasurer
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on the Budget and Government Operations has scheduled budget hearings for several city agencies. The October 19 session includes presentations from the City Clerk, Chicago Department of Public Health, Chicago Public Library, and Department of Family & Support Services.
- Budget hearing: City Clerk
- Budget hearing: Chicago Department of Public Health
- Budget hearing: Chicago Public Library
- Budget hearing: Department of Family & Support Services
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on Budget and Government Operations has published a tentative schedule for the 2023 budget consideration calendar. Hearings are set to begin daily at 10:00 A.M. in the City Council Chamber, covering various city departments and offices. The schedule includes specific dates for reviewing the budgets of agencies such as the Department of Police, Department of Housing, and Department of Streets & Sanitation.
- Joint hearing scheduled for October 17 for the Office of Inspector General, Civilian Office of Police Accountability, Chicago Police Board, and Chicago Board of Ethics
- Budget hearings for the Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events, Department of Planning & Development, Department of Housing, and Department of Assets, Information and Services on October 18
- Budget hearings for the Department of Police on October 24
- Budget hearings for the Department of Streets & Sanitation, Department of Procurement Services, and Chicago Department of Aviation on October 20
- Budget hearings for the City Treasurer, Department of Administrative Hearings, Chicago Board of Elections, Department of Human Resources, and Department of Law on October 27
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on the Budget and Government Operations has released a tentative hearing schedule for 2023 budget considerations. The schedule lists daily hearings at 10:00 A.M. involving multiple city agencies, including police oversight, public health, and transportation.
- Joint Hearing: Office of Inspector General, COPA, Chicago Police Board, and Chicago Board of Ethics
- Joint Hearing: License Appeal Commission and Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection
- Budget Overview with Budget Director and Chief Financial Officer
- Hearings for Department of Planning & Development and Department of Housing
- Hearings for Chicago Department of Transportation and Chicago Department of Water Management
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The committee has released a tentative meeting and hearing schedule for the 2023 budget consideration calendar. The schedule lists daily hearings starting at 10:00 A.M. for various city departments and offices.
- Budget Overview hearing with Budget Director and Chief Financial Officer on 10/16
- Joint Hearing involving Office of Inspector General, COPA, Chicago Police Board, and Chicago Board of Ethics on 10/17
- Joint Hearing for License Appeal Commission and Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection on 10/17
- Hearings for Department of Planning & Development and Department of Housing on 10/18
- Budget hearings for Department of Police and Office of Public Safety Administration scheduled for 10/24
City Council
The Chicago City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 16, 2023, to consider reports from committees, including the Committee on Housing and Real Estate, which recommends several property transactions, and the Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety, which passed numerous parking and traffic regulation changes. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as public comment, approval of the previous meeting's journal, and introduction of new ordinances.
- Lease of vacant firehouse at 11954 S State Street to Rescue 8 Education and Training Division, Inc. for emergency response training
- Intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Park District to expand Ronan Park using TIF funds and transfer seven parcels on N Sacramento Ave and W Lawrence Ave
- Negotiated sale of former firehouse at 2358 S Whipple St to National Museum of Mexican Art for $1.00 (appraised $29,000)
- Negotiated sale of City-owned property at 4032 S Michigan Ave to Hyde Park Self Storage, Inc. for $80,000
- Negotiated sale of vacant property at 8674-8698 S Vincennes Ave to SSNS Construction, Inc. for $240,000 for commercial development
- Renewal of intergovernmental master agreement with Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) for coordinated responses to disa — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Call for hearing(s) on City's plans to mitigate and respond to future extreme flooding — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 9-68 by adding new Section 9-68-034 establishing new River North Street nightlife co — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Parking prohibited at all times (except for disabled) - establish and amend — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Loading/Standing Zone(s) - establish and amend — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Residential permit parking - establish and amend — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Traffic sign(s)/signal(s) - establish and amend — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Time fixed for next City Council Meeting November 1, 2023, at 10:00 A.M., Council Chamber — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
🗳️ How they voted (81 roll-call votes)
Committee on Police and Fire
The Committee on Police and Fire is considering a renewal of an intergovernmental master agreement with the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS). This agreement facilitates coordinated responses to disasters and emergencies through pre-arranged dispatch agreements.
- Renewal of intergovernmental master agreement with MABAS
The Committee on Police and Fire passed the renewal of the intergovernmental master agreement with the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS), which coordinates disaster and emergency responses through pre-arranged mutual aid and dispatch agreements. The item was passed in committee on October 13, 2023.
- Passed renewal of MABAS master agreement (O2023-0001993)
Joint Committee: Environmental Protection and Energy; Public Safety
The Joint Committee on Public Safety and the Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy will hold a subject matter hearing regarding R2023-0002926. The discussion will focus on recent extreme flooding events and the City's strategies for response and mitigation.
- Subject matter hearing on R2023-0002926 regarding flood mitigation and response
The Joint Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy and Public Safety approved a subject matter hearing on R2023-0002926 to discuss recent extreme flooding events and the City's plan to mitigate and respond to flooding. The hearing will be submitted to the City Council at its October 16, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved subject matter hearing on extreme flooding and mitigation plan (R2023-0002926)
City Council
The Chicago City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution condemning Hamas' attack on Israel. The agenda includes public comment and the resolution vote, with no other substantive items listed.
- Resolution condemning Hamas' attack on Israel
Committee on Ethics and Government Oversight
The Committee on Ethics and Government Oversight will review two subject matter hearings regarding the enforcement of Chicago Police Department rules. No votes are scheduled for these items. The committee will also consider approving the July 2023 Rule 45 Report.
- Hearing on enforcement of rules requiring CPD members to report misconduct
- Hearing on enforcement of CPD rule against false reports
- Approval of the July 2023 Rule 45 Report
The Committee on Ethics and Government Oversight passed the July 2023 Rule 45 Monthly Report, which will be submitted to the City Council. No votes were taken on the subject matter hearings, which were informational only.
- Passed July 2023 Rule 45 Monthly Report
Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks & Building Standards is reviewing a large docket of new business items, primarily rezoning ordinances and planned development amendments. The agenda includes proposals to convert commercial and industrial land to residential, as well as specific projects like a 390-unit high-rise and a medical clinic. No final votes are recorded in the agenda text, which lists the items for discussion and public comment.
- 370 N Carpenter: Rezoning to allow a 29-story, 390-unit residential building with ground-floor retail
- 3509-3515 S Halsted St: Rezoning from residential/shopping to Community Shopping District
- 3800-3818 W Ogden Ave: Rezoning to permit a 3-story medical clinic building
- 6724-28 N Rockwell St: Rezoning to add one residential dwelling unit
- 345 W Armitage Ave: Rezoning to allow a deli to acquire a packaged goods liquor license
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards met on October 12, 2023, and advanced numerous zoning map amendments, including several passed as substituted or amended to Type-1. It also recommended historical landmark designation for Eugenie Lane Apartments and a fee waiver for a property on S Giles Ave. No final votes were recorded in the minutes; all items are to be reported out on October 16, 2023.
- Recommended landmark designation for Eugenie Lane Apartments (Or2023-0003935)
- Recommended landmark fee waiver for 3402-3402.5 S Giles Ave (Or2023-0004113)
- Passed as substituted: A-8764, 1554 S Kedzie Ave and 1559 S Kedzie Ave, B3-2 to B2-1
- Amended to Type-1: 22252, 3657 W 31st St and 3101-3111 S Lawndale Ave, RS3 to B3-2
- Substitute narrative and plans: 22276-T1, 713-715 W 19th Place, RT4 to B2-3
- Substitute narrative and plans: 22242-T1, 2469-2471 N Clybourn Ave, M1-2 to RM4.5
- Substitute narrative and plans: 22274-T1, 2014-16 N Bissell St, RT4 to RM5.5
- All other listed zoning changes were referred without final action
Committee on Committees and Rules
The Committee on Committees and Rules is considering several items for re-referral to other City Council committees. These items include budget amendments, Special Service Area agreements, and various property acquisitions or sales.
- TIF district extensions and budget increases for 24th/Michigan, 111th/Kedzie, Clark/Montrose, Galewood/Armitage, and Woodlawn
- Intergovernmental agreements to provide TIF funds for Roberto Clemente, Von Steuben, and Irvin C. Mollison schools
- 2024 budget and service agreements for SSAs including 95th Street Beverly Hills, Lincoln Park, Little Village, East Edgewater, Greater Ravenswood, Northcenter, and North River
- Ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property at 11414 S. Halsted Street
- Deed sale of City-owned property at 4301, 4309, and 4329 W. Madison for a Health and Wellness Center
The Committee on Committees and Rules approved the September 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report. All other agenda items (1-22, 24-27, 29-31, 33-38) were re-referred or referred to other committees, with no substantive decisions made on those items.
- Approved September 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report
- Re-referred items 1-7 to Committee on Finance
- Re-referred item 9 to Committee on Aviation
- Re-referred item 10 to Committee on Budget and Government Operations
- Re-referred items 8, 12-21 to Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
- Referred item 22 to Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy
- Referred items 24-27 to Committee on Health and Human Relations
- Referred items 29-31, 33-36 to Committee on Housing and Real Estate
City Council
The Chicago City Council is meeting to vote on a range of items, including property sales and leases, traffic regulations, and other ordinances. The agenda includes several negotiated land sales and a lease of a former firehouse, as well as numerous parking and speed limit changes. The meeting will also consider reports from committees and other routine business.
- Lease of vacant firehouse at 11954 S State Street to Rescue 8 Education and Training Division, Inc.
- Intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Park District to expand Ronan Park using TIF funds, transferring seven parcels.
- Negotiated sale of former firehouse at 2358 S Whipple St to National Museum of Mexican Art for $1.00.
- Negotiated sale of City-owned property at 4032 S Michigan Ave to Hyde Park Self Storage, Inc. for $80,000.
- Sale of vacant City-owned property at 8674-8698 S. Vincennes Ave to SSNS Construction, Inc. for $240,000.
- Time fixed for next City Council Meeting October 16, 2023, at 9:45 A.M., Council Chamber — 0-0 (+50P/0A)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Chicago City Council is holding a special meeting to receive the 2024 Executive Budget and a communication from the Budget Director regarding estimated levies. The council will also consider a resolution to publish the budget and set a date, time, and place for a public hearing. This is a procedural step in the budget adoption process.
- Receive 2024 Executive Budget (Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2024)
- Receive communication from Budget Director on estimated levies
- Consider resolution R2023-0005089 to publish budget and set public hearing
Committee on Transportation and Public Way
The Committee is reviewing proposals to vacate portions of South Laflin Street and West Hastings Street. These items involve property transfers involving the Chicago Housing Authority and West Hastings Owner.
- Vacation of South Laflin Street between West Roosevelt Road and West 13th Street
- Vacation of West Hastings Street between South Laflin Street and South Ashland Avenue
- Vacation of contiguous remaining alleys in the block bounded by South Laflin, South Ashland, West Hastings, and West 14th Street
Committee on Housing and Real Estate
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate is reviewing several negotiated land sales and an intergovernmental agreement to expand Ronan Park using TIF funds. The agenda also includes multiple property sales through the Adjacent Neighbors Land Acquisition Program.
- Agreement to expand Ronan Park with TIF funds and transfer seven parcels
- Sale of 2358 S Whipple St to National Museum of Mexican Art for $1.00
- Sale of 4032 S Michigan Ave to Hyde Park Self Storage, Inc. for $80,000.00
- Sale of properties at 8674-8698 S. Vincennes Ave and others for commercial development for $240,000.00
- Lease of 11954 S State Street to Rescue 8 Education and Training Division, Inc.
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate approved several property transactions, including leasing a vacant firehouse for emergency training, expanding Ronan Park via TIF funds, and selling city-owned land to various buyers. One sale was deferred. All actions were approved as listed, with no votes against recorded.
- Approved lease of firehouse at 11954 S State St to Rescue 8 Education and Training Division
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Park District for Ronan Park expansion and land transfer
- Approved sale of former firehouse at 2358 S Whipple St to National Museum of Mexican Art for $1.00
- Approved sale of property at 4032 S Michigan Ave to Hyde Park Self Storage for $80,000
- Deferred sale of property at 8674-8698 S Vincennes Ave to SSNS Construction
- Approved 10 ANLAP lot sales to adjacent neighbors (e.g., 1232-1234 W 81st St, 1411 W 70th St, 6803 S Justine St, etc.)
City Council
This is the agenda for the Chicago City Council's regular meeting on October 6, 2023. It outlines the standard order of business, including roll call, public comment, committee reports, and introduction of legislation. No specific substantive items, such as ordinances or contracts, are listed in this agenda.
- Public comment period for agenda items
- Reports from standing and special committees
- Introduction of new ordinances and resolutions by alderpersons
- Consideration of unfinished business and motions to discharge committees
- Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 6-105 by modifying Section 6-105-030 regarding minimum hourly wage in occupations re — 36-10 (+0P/4A)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety
The committee is reviewing numerous direct introductions for street changes, including new disabled parking permits, one-way traffic designations, and 20 mph speed limit reductions. The agenda also includes recommended items for residential permit zones and stop sign installations.
- Establishment of 20 mph speed limits on multiple streets including West 28th and West 30th Streets
- New one-way southbound traffic designations for South Keeler Avenue and South Hamlin Avenue
- Creation of a new residential permit parking zone for the River North nightlife corridor
- Installation of an all-way stop sign at West Washington Boulevard and North Lotus Avenue
- Numerous requests for disabled parking permits across various wards
The Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety passed a large number of parking restrictions, traffic signs/signals, disabled parking permits, and residential permit parking zones. Items were approved as recommended by city departments, as direct introductions by aldermen, or with override over department recommendations. No substantive policy debates or denials were recorded.
- Approved multiple parking restrictions including no parking tow zones and loading zones
- Approved traffic warning signs and signals including stop signs, speed limits, and one-way street amendments
- Approved numerous disabled parking permits across wards
- Approved residential permit parking zones and amendments
- Approved repeal of several disabled parking permits
- Approved new River North nightlife corridor parking permit zone (O2023-0004231)
City Council
The Committee on Workforce Development met and approved a substitute ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 6-105 regarding the minimum hourly wage for occupations receiving gratuities. The substitute ordinance, introduced by Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, passed out of committee by a 9-3 vote. The item will be deferred and published.
- Approved September 7th Rule 45 Report by voice vote
- Advanced substitute ordinance SO2023-0002995 amending Section 6-105-030 on tipped minimum wage
- Substitute ordinance passed committee by vote of 9-3
- Payment of various small claims — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Various small claims — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Declaration of October 8, 2023 as "One Hope United Day" in Chicago — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Declaration of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Declaration of September 15 through October 15 as Hispanic Heritage Month — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Congratulations extended to SPAAN Tech, Inc. on 25th anniversary — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Time fixed for next City Council Meeting October 6, 2023 at 10:45 A.M., Council Chamber — 48-1 (+0P/1A)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Committee on Transportation and Public Way
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way is reviewing ordinances to honorarily designate several streets and a park section. It is also considering amendments to the Municipal Code regarding tree removal in parkways and public bookcases. Additionally, the committee is processing multiple requests to exempt businesses from barrier requirements for alley access.
- Ordinance to designate South Lake Park (41st St to 42nd Pl) as 'Honorary Shirley J. Newsome Way'
- Ordinance to designate South Merrimac Avenue (5500 to 5600) as 'Sgt. Green Way'
- Ordinance to designate South Oakley Avenue (W 79th St to W 79th Pl) as 'Honorary Chief Apostle Dr. Clifford E. Turner'
- Ordinance to designate South Pulaski Road (S 83rd St to W 84th St) as 'Honorary W. Scott Biszewski Road'
- Amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 10-32 directing Bureau of Forestry to remove damaged or dangerous trees in parkways
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way approved multiple ordinances, including honorary street designations and exemptions from alley barrier requirements for various properties. It also advanced amendments to the municipal code regarding public bookcases and CTA hearings, and proposed a street vacation for the Joint Public Safety Training Academy. All items were submitted to the City Council for final approval.
- Approved honorary designation 'Honorary Shirley J. Newsome Way' on South Lake Park between 41st St and 42nd Pl
- Approved honorary designation 'Sgt. Green Way' on South Merrimac Ave from 5500 to 5600
- Approved honorary designation 'Honorary Chief Apostle Dr. Clifford E. Turner' on South Oakley Ave between W 79th St and W 79th Pl
- Approved honorary designation 'Honorary W. Scott Biszewski Road' on South Pulaski Rd between S 83rd St and W 84th St
- Approved alley barrier exemptions for BOBS AUTO, LLC, QUE TAN LEJOS IRAS DAYCARE CENTER, INC., DK CHESTNUT, LLC, FEDERAL MOTO, LLC, JOHN GARDNER/FURRY PAWS CHICAGO, SGT HOLDINGS, LLC, GRAND APPLIANCE, INC., L&L ACADEMY AND PRESCHOOL BT, CORP, MOADON KOL CHADASH, GREEN & RANDLE, LLC AND NATURE'S GRACE AND WELLNESS, K.R.A.K. CORP. OF ILLINOIS DBA LOVEN OVEN CAKERY, WILMOT CONSTRUCTION, INC., and CHICAGO FABRICATIONS, LLC
- Approved amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 10-28 regarding public bookcases
- Approved amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 2-8-080 specifying dates for quarterly CTA hearings
- Proposed vacation of dead-ended segment of North Kostner Ave for Joint Public Safety Training Academy
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on the Budget and Government Operations will review the September 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report. The agenda also includes a proposed ordinance for an annual appropriation amendment within Fund 925 and an amendment to a Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grant.
- Approval of September 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report
- Proposed ordinance for Annual Appropriation Ordinance Year 2023 amendment (Fund 925)
- Amendment of 2019 Neighborhood Opportunity Fund Grant to Ogden Washtenaw JV LLC
- Redevelopment Agreement for the Ogden Commons commercial project
Joint Committee: Environmental Protection and Energy; Health and Human Relations
The Joint Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy and the Committee on Health and Human Relations will hold a subject matter hearing. The meeting focuses on reviewing the Cumulative Impact Assessment Report.
- Subject matter hearing regarding the Cumulative Impact Assessment Report
Committee on Police and Fire
The Committee on Police and Fire will consider a renewal of an intergovernmental master agreement with the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS). This agreement facilitates coordinated responses to disasters and emergencies through pre-arranged dispatch agreements.
- Renewal of intergovernmental master agreement with Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS)
The Joint Committee on Public Safety and Committee on Police & Fire held a subject matter hearing on September 29, 2023, to discuss the Inspector General's 2022 Annual Report. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes; the hearing was informational only.
- Held subject matter hearing on Inspector General's 2022 Annual Report (no vote recorded)
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development is reviewing several Class 6(b) tax incentive applications. The agenda also includes appointments to various commissions and public hearings regarding budgets and service agreements for multiple Special Service Areas.
- Class 6(b) tax incentives for 3340 N. Kedzie Avenue, 4003-4057 S. Normal Street/432-458 W. 41st Street, and 2717 and 2757 W. Chicago Avenue
- Public hearings on budgets and service agreements for SSAs including North Halsted, 103rd Street-Beverly, Hyde Park, and 95th/Ashland
- Appointments to the North Halsted Commission and Southwest Business Growth Area Commission
- Review of tax levy, scope of services, and budgets for SSAs on State Street, South Western Avenue, Lincoln Square, 111th/Kedzie, Oak Street, and Lawrence/Pulaski/Elston
- Call for hearings on potential IRS Direct Pay program tax incentives
The Committee on Economic, Capital, and Technology Development passed all 15 items on its agenda, including appointments to Special Service Area commissions, two Class 6(b) tax incentives, and various SSA-related ordinances. All items were passed unanimously, though individual vote tallies were not recorded in the minutes.
- Appointed Timothy Klump to SSA No. 18, North Halsted Commission
- Re-appointed Elizabeth B. Fuld to SSA No. 18, North Halsted Commission
- Appointed Alejandra Flores to SSA No. 3, Southwest Business Growth Area Commission
- Approved Class 6(b) tax incentive for 3340 N. Kedzie Avenue
- Approved Class 6(b) tax incentive for 4003-4057 S. Normal Street/432-458 W. 41st Street
- Approved public hearings for SSA No. 18, 44, 61, and 69
- Approved tax levies, budgets, and service provider agreements for SSA No. 1-2015, 20, 21-2016, 55, 75, and 79
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance is reviewing several ordinances involving city funding, including a proposed $350,000,000 WIFIA loan from the USEPA. The agenda also includes amendments to redevelopment agreements for senior housing and school repairs, as well as settlement orders for legal claims.
- $350,000,000 WIFIA loan from USEPA for Department of Water Management
- $3,400,000 in TIF funds for John McCutcheon Elementary School repairs
- Up to $5,000,000 in TIF funds for food service spaces at 1022 W. 63rd Street
- Up to $7,000,000 for Englewood Square — Phase 1A development
- $750,000 settlement order for David Holian v. City of Chicago
The Committee on Finance approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including amendments to traffic enforcement codes, a $350M WIFIA loan agreement, TIF funding for schools and redevelopment projects, and settlement orders. Item #8, designating 1868-1878 N. Milwaukee Avenue as a Low-Affordability Community, was re-referred to the Committee on Housing and Real Estate.
- Approved ordinance aligning traffic enforcement codes with state law
- Approved amendment for $350,000,000 WIFIA loan from USEPA
- Approved redevelopment agreement amendment with Imani Senior Village Phase 1, LLC
- Approved $3,400,000 TIF for McCutcheon Elementary School roof and masonry repairs
- Approved up to $5,000,000 TIF for E.G. Woode L3C food service renovation at 1022 W. 63rd St
- Approved up to $7,000,000 TIF for Englewood Square Phase 1A
- Approved resolution creating Subcommittee on Revenue
- Re-referred Low-Affordability Community designation for 1868-1878 N. Milwaukee Ave to Housing Committee
Joint Committee: Public Safety; Police and Fire
The Joint Committee on Public Safety and the Committee on Police and Fire met to conduct a subject matter hearing regarding the Inspector General's 2022 Annual Report. The agenda consisted of standard procedural items, including roll call and public commentary, followed by the single hearing item. No other specific decisions, ordinances, or contracts were listed on the agenda.
- Subject matter hearing regarding the Inspector General's 2022 Annual Report
The Joint Committee on Public Safety and Committee on Police & Fire held a subject matter hearing on September 29, 2023, regarding the Inspector General's 2022 Annual Report. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational only.
- Held subject matter hearing on Inspector General's 2022 Annual Report
Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights
The Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights will hold a hearing to discuss the roles of the Office of the Mayor, OEMC, CPD, and mutual aid groups regarding new arrivals. The committee will also consider approving the July 2023 Rule 45 Report.
- Approval of the July 2023 Rule 45 Report
- Hearing on roles of Mayor's Office, OEMC, CPD, and mutual aid groups
The Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights held a subject matter hearing and committee meeting on September 29, 2023, and approved the July 2023 Rule 45 Report. The report will be submitted to the City Council on October 4, 2023. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved July 2023 Rule 45 Report
Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights
The Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights will hold a hearing regarding the roles of the Office of the Mayor, OEMC, CPD, and mutual aid groups in welcoming new arrivals. The committee will also consider approving the July 2023 Rule 45 Report.
- Approval of the July 2023 Rule 45 Report
- Hearing on roles of Mayor's Office, OEMC, CPD, and mutual aid groups in welcoming new arrivals
City Council
The Chicago City Council is holding a special meeting to consider the final passage of a committee report from the Committee on Police & Fire regarding the confirmation and appointment of Larry Snelling as Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department. The agenda includes public comment before the vote.
- Final passage of committee report on Larry Snelling's appointment as Police Superintendent (A2023-0003864)
- Appointment of Larry Snelling as Superintendent of Chicago Police Department — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Committee on License and Consumer Protection
The Committee on License and Consumer Protection is reviewing 12 ordinances that regulate alcohol sales, shared housing, and vehicle towing. Most items propose restricting new liquor or package goods licenses in specific wards, while others lift existing restrictions to allow more licenses. One item addresses the prohibition of booting vehicles on private property in two wards.
- Disallow additional late hour liquor licenses in the 2nd Ward
- Disallow additional alcoholic liquor licenses on portion of Wells Street
- Designate 23rd Ward precincts as Restricted Residential Zones to prohibit additional shared housing and vacation rentals
- Allow additional alcoholic liquor licenses on portions of Armitage Avenue and Belmont Avenue
- Prohibit booting of motor vehicles on private property within the 33rd and 49th Wards
The Committee on License and Consumer Protection passed all 14 ordinances on its agenda, including measures to restrict liquor licenses in several wards, lift restrictions in others, regulate pedicabs, and prohibit shared housing in parts of the 23rd Ward. All items were approved and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Approved ordinance to disallow additional late hour liquor licenses in the 2nd Ward (O2023-0003484)
- Approved ordinance to disallow additional liquor licenses on portion of Wells Street (O2023-0003482)
- Approved ordinance to disallow additional liquor and package goods licenses in portions of the 2nd Ward (O2023-0004047)
- Approved amended ordinance restricting pedicab operations (O2023-0004067)
- Approved seven ordinances designating 23rd Ward precincts as Restricted Residential Zone for shared housing and vacation rentals (O2023-0003848, etc.)
- Approved ordinance to allow additional liquor licenses on portion of Armitage Avenue (O2023-0004217)
- Approved ordinance to prohibit booting of motor vehicles on private property in 33rd and 49th Wards (O2022-0003483)
- Approved ordinance to allow additional liquor licenses on portion of Belmont Avenue (O2023-0003086)
Committee on Health and Human Relations
The Committee on Health and Human Relations will consider expanding the Gender-Based Violence Taskforce and establishing a working group for mental health service recommendations. The agenda also includes reviews of Rule 45 reports and expressions of support for federal nutrition funding in Puerto Rico.
- Expanding the Gender-Based Violence Taskforce from 17 to 21 members
- Establishing a working group for mental health service recommendations
- Call for Chicago higher learning institutions to increase Black student recruitment and scholarships
- Support for Federal Nutrition Assistance Program funds for Puerto Rico produce
- Approval of the July 2023 Rule 45 Report
The Committee on Health and Human Relations passed all five items on its agenda, including reaffirming the April 2023 Rule 45 Report and approving the July 2023 Rule 45 Report. It also approved expanding the Gender-Based Violence Taskforce from 17 to 21 members, a resolution urging Chicago colleges to boost Black student recruitment and scholarships, and a resolution supporting federal nutrition funds for locally grown produce in Puerto Rico. A working group will be established to recommend mental health service improvements.
- Reaffirmed approval of April 2023 Rule 45 Report (passed)
- Approved July 2023 Rule 45 Report (passed)
- Expanded Gender-Based Violence Taskforce from 17 to 21 members (passed)
- Called for Chicago higher ed to increase Black student recruitment and scholarships (passed)
- Supported federal nutrition funds for locally grown produce in Puerto Rico (passed)
- Established working group for mental health service recommendations (passed)
Committee on Police and Fire
The Committee on Police and Fire will consider the appointment of Larry Snelling to lead the Chicago Police Department. The meeting includes a period for public commentary on this item before a vote is taken.
- Appointment of Larry Snelling as Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department (A2023-0003864)
Committee on Police and Fire
The Committee on Police and Fire will meet to consider the appointment of Larry Snelling to lead the Chicago Police Department. The meeting includes a period for public commentary on this item before a vote is taken.
- Appointment of Larry Snelling as Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department
The Committee on Police and Fire passed the appointment of Larry Snelling as Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department on September 22, 2023. The appointment will be submitted to the City Council for consideration at its September 27, 2023 meeting.
- Approved appointment of Larry Snelling as Police Superintendent
Committee on Workforce Development
The Committee on Workforce Development is meeting to review a Rule 45 Report and an amendment to the Municipal Code. The proposed amendment involves modifying Section 6-105-030 regarding minimum hourly wages in occupations that receive gratuities.
- Approval of September 7th Rule 45 Report
- Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 6-105 regarding minimum hourly wage in occupations receiving gratuities
The Committee on Workforce Development approved the September 7th Rule 45 Report by voice vote. A substitute ordinance (SO2023-0002995) amending Municipal Code Chapter 6-105 regarding minimum hourly wage for tipped occupations was introduced by Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa and passed out of committee by a 9-3 vote.
- Approved September 7th Rule 45 Report (voice vote)
- Passed substitute ordinance SO2023-0002995 amending tipped minimum wage (9-3)
City Council
The Chicago City Council is reconvening on September 14, 2023, to consider reports from several committees. Key items include tax incentives for properties, sales of city-owned land, appointments to special service area commissions, and various zoning and licensing changes. The agenda also includes routine procedural matters such as approval of previous meeting journals.
- Class 6(b) tax incentive for 407 W. 109th St. and 1951 W. Hastings
- Class L tax incentive for 500 N. La Salle Dr. (La Salle St Cable Car Powerhouse)
- Acquisition of 3034 W Foster Ave for $1.5M for migrant shelter
- Sale of city-owned properties: 4441 S Ellis Ave ($25,000), 4005 S Dearborn St ($70,000), 2215-17 W Warren Blvd ($209,000), 3451 W Harrison St ($7,000)
- Multi-family loan and tax credits for Island Terrace Apartments ($13.7M)
- Payment of various small claims — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Various small claims — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Congratulations extended to Branko's Restaurant on reopening — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Congratulations extended to Reverend Jesse L. Jackson on retirement as President of Rainbow PUSH Coalition — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Time fixed for next City Council Meeting October 4, 2023 at 10:00 A.M., Council Chamber — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Tribute to late Reverend Carnelious Harvey — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Tribute to late Leo Louchios — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Settlement agreement regarding case of Emily Vyncke, Individually and as a Special Representative of Owen Vyncke, a mino — 47-0 (+0P/2A)
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
City Council
The Chicago City Council is meeting to vote on a range of items, including tax incentives for property development, sales of city-owned land, appointments to special service area commissions, and various zoning and licensing changes. The agenda includes reports from multiple committees with recommendations on these matters.
- Class 6(b) tax incentive for vacant building at 407 W. 109th Street
- Class L tax incentive for property at 500 N. La Salle Drive
- Acquisition of property at 3034 W Foster Ave for $1,500,000 for migrant shelter
- Sale of city-owned property at 4441 S Ellis Ave for $25,000
- Multi-family loan and tax credits for Island Terrace Apartments ($13,700,000)
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on the Budget and Government Operations will review the July 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report. The meeting includes an overview of the 2023 Budget Hearings Process and a proposed ordinance for an appropriation amendment within Fund 925.
- Approval of July 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report
- Proposed ordinance for Annual Appropriation Ordinance Year 2023 amendment (Fund 925)
- Overview of the 2023 Budget Hearings Process
The Committee on Budget and Government Operations approved the July 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report. Members also discussed a proposed ordinance amending the Annual Appropriation Ordinance for Year 2023 within Fund 925, and received an overview of the 2023 Budget Hearings Process. No votes were recorded on the ordinance or the budget hearings overview.
- Approved July 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee on Economic, Capital, and Technology Development will review mayoral appointments to two Special Service Area commissions. The committee will also consider a Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 1951 W. Hastings.
- Appointment of Alejandra Flores to the Southwest Business Growth Area Commission (SSA No. 3)
- Appointment of Suellen G. Hurt to the 71st - Stony Island Commission (SSA No. 42)
- Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 1951 W. Hastings
The Committee on Economic, Capital, and Technology Development passed a measure to approve a Class 6(b) tax incentive for a property at 1951 W. Hastings, sponsored by Alderman Jason Irvin (Ward 28). The item was passed out of committee and will be submitted to the City Council for final action.
- Approved Class 6(b) tax incentive for 1951 W. Hastings (passed committee)
Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards is reviewing several ordinances regarding land use changes across various wards. Items include proposals for new high-rise residential buildings, planned development amendments, and conversions of manufacturing districts to commercial or residential uses.
- Proposed 1,544-unit multi-building development at 370-401 N. Morgan St.
- Proposed 43-story building with 460 units at 375 N. Morgan St. and 901 W. Kinzie St.
- Expansion of a professional hockey practice facility and community ice rink at 301 S. Damen Ave.
- Redevelopment of the former Earle School into 64 dwelling units
- Rezoning of 1633-1649 N. Halsted St. for a nine-story, 131-unit mixed-use building
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards approved several zoning map amendments and text amendments, including changes for residential and commercial developments across the city. It also approved historical landmark fee waivers for two properties. All actions were approved as listed, with no votes recorded in the minutes.
- Approved text amendment on electric vehicle supply equipment (O2023-0002910)
- Approved landmark fee waiver for 4543 S Ellis Ave (Or2023-0002956)
- Approved landmark fee waiver for 1618 N Cleveland Ave (Or2023-0002921)
- Approved zoning change for 1633-1649 N Halsted St (22205) as revised
- Approved zoning change for 1701-1725 W 61st St (20374) as revised
- Approved zoning change for 2614 W 48th St (22170T1) as revised
- Approved zoning change for 2134-2146 S Ashland Ave (22090) as revised
- Approved zoning change for 375 N Morgan St (22155) as revised
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance is reviewing several ordinances regarding tax-exempt bonds and intergovernmental agreements for school improvements. The agenda also includes the appointment of a new City Comptroller and various settlement orders.
- $13,500,000 in tax-exempt bonds for CARE Manor at 4531-4555 W. Washington Boulevard
- $4,000,000 in TIF funds for athletic fields and infrastructure at 3120 S. Kostner Avenue
- $1,260,000 for roof replacement at Mark Skinner Elementary School Branch
- Appointment of Chasse Rehwinkel as City Comptroller
- $25,000,000 settlement order in Washington v. Boudreau, et al.
The Committee on Finance approved several items, including the issuance of up to $13.5 million in tax-exempt bonds for the CARE Manor project, the appointment of Chasse Rehwinkel as City Comptroller, and multiple TIF-funded agreements for school improvements. It also authorized settlement orders in four lawsuits, with one item held in committee. A subject matter hearing on water bills was held with no votes taken.
- Approved $13.5M tax-exempt bonds for CARE Manor project (28th Ward)
- Approved appointment of Chasse Rehwinkel as City Comptroller
- Approved Amendment #4 to Northwest Industrial Corridor Redevelopment Plan
- Approved TIF designation for Expanded Northwest Industrial Corridor
- Approved $1.25M TIF for Amundsen High School BAS upgrades
- Approved $910K TIF for Uplift Community High School entry plaza
- Approved $4M TIF for Greater Lawndale High School athletic field
- Approved $1.26M TIF for Skinner Elementary roof replacement
Committee on Transportation and Public Way
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way approved multiple honorary street designations, amendments to existing designations, and alley barrier exemptions for various properties. It also advanced a resolution for a hearing on the Green Line station reopening and proposed street closings and vacations. All items were submitted to the City Council for final approval.
- Approved honorary street designations for Jeannine Janulis Way, Betty Jo Swanson's Way, Honorary Alberto Onofre Guzman Way, United Baptist Way, Honorary PFC Chrys Carvajal Way, and Beth Murphy Way
- Approved amendments to honorary street ordinances for Reverend C.B. Taylor Way, McGlother 'Mac' Irvin Way, and Jerry Hart Way
- Approved alley barrier exemptions for JL Development, TF&W Contracting, Auto Glass Now, Discount Auto Services, and Martelino Espinoza d.b.a. M&B Auto Service
- Approved resolution calling for a hearing on the reopening of the 63rd and Racine Green Line Station
- Approved proposed street closing of South Richmond Street between West 77th Street and West Columbus Avenue
- Approved time extension for vacation of dead-ended portions of West 114th Street
- Approved vacation of dead-ended alley near West Concord Street, North Ada Street, and North Throop Street
Committee on Workforce Development
The Committee on Workforce Development approved the July Rule 45 Report and an ordinance authorizing collective bargaining agreements with several city unions, including the Illinois Nurses Association, Illinois Council of Police, and Coalition of Unionized Public Employees. Both items passed on September 7, 2023.
- Approved July Rule 45 Report
- Approved ordinance authorizing collective bargaining agreements with INA, ICOP, COUPE, and trade unions
Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety
The Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety passed numerous traffic-related ordinances, including a new municipal code chapter on Traffic Crash Review and Analysis, multiple all-way stop signs, speed limits, and parking restrictions. Several items were passed despite department recommendations against them, while one weight limitation proposal failed to pass.
- Approved new Municipal Code Chapter 9-116 'Traffic Crash Review and Analysis' (SO2023-0001253)
- Approved all-way stop signs at multiple intersections (e.g., W 32nd St & S Stewart Ave, S Maplewood Ave & W Lexington St)
- Approved 20 mph speed limits on W Wellington Ave, N Francisco Ave, and other streets
- Approved numerous disabled parking permits and repeals, including overrides of department recommendations
- Approved residential permit parking zone extensions and amendments in multiple wards
- Approved no parking tow zones and amendments, including school-day restrictions
- Approved weight limitation of 5 tons on N Campbell Ave (W Addison St to W Bradley Pl)
- Failed to pass weight limitation on W 59th St from S Pulaski Rd to S Cicero Ave (O2023-0001342)
Committee on License and Consumer Protection
The Committee on License and Consumer Protection approved all items on its September 6, 2023 agenda, including ordinances to lift license caps for packaged goods and liquor sales on specific streets, designate a restricted cannabis zone, and restrict shared housing and vacation rentals in certain precincts. The committee also approved the July and August 2023 Rule 45 Reports. All items passed and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Approved lifting packaged goods license cap on North Milwaukee Avenue (O2023-0002976)
- Approved designating 1st precinct of 23rd Ward as Restricted Cannabis Zone (O2023-0002205)
- Approved restricting shared housing and vacation rentals in 23rd Ward precincts (O2023-0002206, O2023-0002796)
- Approved lifting liquor license cap on portion of Hill Street (O2023-0002943)
- Approved lifting liquor license cap on portion of Damen Avenue (O2023-0002721)
- Approved lifting liquor and packaged goods license caps on Wilson Avenue (O2023-0002722)
- Approved July and August 2023 Rule 45 Reports
Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy
The committee approved the appointment of Angela Tovar as Chief Sustainability Officer. The recommendation will be submitted to the City Council for final consideration at its September 14, 2023 meeting.
- Approved appointment of Angela Tovar as Chief Sustainability Officer
Committee on Committees and Rules
The Committee on Committees and Rules approved two corrections to City Council journals and re-referred a proposed amendment to the Municipal Code regarding minimum hourly wage for tipped occupations to the Committee on Workforce Development. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved correction of City Council Journal of Proceedings of October 26, 2022
- Approved correction of City Council Journal of Proceedings of March 15, 2023
- Re-referred amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 6-105 (tipped minimum wage) to Committee on Workforce Development
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee on Economic, Capital, and Technology Development passed all 12 items on its agenda, including appointments to Special Service Area commissions and two property tax incentives. All items were sponsored by Mayor Johnson and will be submitted to the City Council on September 13, 2023.
- Appointed Panagiotis K. Valavanis to SSA No. 22, Andersonville Commission
- Reappointed Joe Oliveri to SSA No. 28-2014, Six Corners Commission
- Appointed Richard Norwood to SSA No. 42, 71st-Stony Island Commission
- Appointed Robert H. Block to SSA No. 48, Old Town Commission
- Appointed Erick Valdez to SSA No. 39, Brighton Park/Archer Heights Commission
- Appointed Ayesha Amena Karim, Linda D. Young, Damon L. Smith, and Sean R. McGinnis to SSA No. 42, 71st/Stony Commission
- Appointed Alejandra Gonzalez to SSA No. 47, 47th Street and Cottage Grove Commission
- Approved Class 6(b) tax incentive for 407 W. 109th Street and Class L tax incentive for 500 N. La Salle Drive
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance will hold a subject matter hearing regarding Resolution R2023-775. The hearing aims to discuss plans from the Department of Water and Department of Finance to address water bills and ensure statements reflect actual usage.
- Subject matter hearing on Resolution R2023-775 regarding water bill burdens
The Committee on Finance approved several items, including the issuance of up to $13.5 million in tax-exempt bonds for the CARE Manor project, the appointment of Chasse Rehwinkel as City Comptroller, and multiple TIF-funded agreements for school improvements. It also authorized settlement orders in four lawsuits, with one held in committee, and denied various small claims. A subject matter hearing on water bills was held with no votes taken.
- Approved $13.5M tax-exempt bonds for CARE Manor (28th Ward)
- Approved appointment of Chasse Rehwinkel as City Comptroller
- Approved Amendment #4 to Northwest Industrial Corridor Redevelopment Plan
- Approved TIF agreement for Amundsen High School BAS upgrades ($1.25M)
- Approved TIF agreement for Uplift High School entry plaza ($910K)
- Approved TIF agreement for Greater Lawndale athletic field ($4M)
- Approved TIF agreement for Skinner Elementary roof replacement ($1.26M)
- Approved settlement orders totaling $25.83M; one held in committee
Committee on Housing and Real Estate
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate approved several property acquisitions and sales, including the $1.5 million purchase of 3034 W Foster Ave for a migrant shelter. It also passed multiple negotiated land sales and ANLAP lot sales, and approved a $13.7 million loan for the Island Terrace Apartments. The Q1 Housing Report was presented with no vote taken.
- Approved acquisition of 3034 W Foster Ave for $1.5M (migrant shelter)
- Approved roadway parcels acquisition for North Point Redevelopment
- Approved license agreement with 548 Capital LLC for 8840-48 S Commercial Ave
- Approved sale of 4441 S Ellis Ave to Greg and Nina Davis for $25,000
- Approved sale of 4005 S Dearborn St to New Horizon Steel for $70,000
- Approved sale of 2215-17 W Warren Blvd to Makema Kromah Adkins for $209,000
- Approved sale of 3451 W Harrison St to Spirit of Truth Missionary Baptist Church for $7,000
- Approved $13.7M loan for Island Terrace Apartments
Committee on Housing and Real Estate
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate will hold a subject matter hearing to collect testimony on a proposal to increase the real estate transfer tax. The stated goal of the proposal is to fund permanent affordable housing and related services to combat homelessness. No votes will be taken during this session.
- Subject matter hearing on proposal to increase real estate transfer tax
- Discussion of funding for permanent affordable housing and services
- Approval of July 10th 2023 Rule 45 Report
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate approved the July 2023 Rule 45 report. A subject matter hearing was held to discuss a proposal to increase the real estate transfer tax to fund permanent affordable housing and services for homelessness, but no vote was taken on the proposal.
- Approved July 2023 Rule 45 report
- Held subject matter hearing on real estate transfer tax increase (no vote taken)
Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights
The Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights will hold a hearing to discuss how the Department of Family & Support Services, Chicago Public Schools, OEMC, and CDPH assist new arrivals. The committee will also consider approving the June 2023 Rule 45 Report.
- Approval of the June 2023 Rule 45 Report
- Hearing on agency roles in welcoming new arrivals
The Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights met on July 26, 2023, and approved the June 2023 Rule 45 Report. The report will be submitted to the City Council on September 13, 2023. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved June 2023 Rule 45 Report (unanimous)
Committee on Health and Human Relations
The Committee on Health and Human Relations approved a resolution (R2023-0002929) calling for hearings on initiatives to expand Chicagoans' access to mental health services, including mental health centers and crisis response services. The resolution passed on July 24, 2023, and will be submitted to the City Council at its September 14, 2023 meeting.
- Approved resolution R2023-0002929 calling for hearings on expanding mental health services access
City Council
The Chicago City Council is meeting on July 19, 2023, to consider a range of items, including major tax increment financing (TIF) agreements, property acquisitions, and various ordinances. Key decisions include a $27 million TIF for the Congress Theater renovation, a $10 million TIF for a mixed-income development, and a $350 million WIFIA loan amendment. The agenda also includes routine procedural items like approval of committee reports and small claims payments.
- TIF assistance up to $27,000,000 for Congress Theater renovation at 2135 N. Milwaukee Ave.
- TIF funds up to $10,000,000 for mixed-income residential and commercial development at 2222 S. Michigan Ave.
- Amendment to authorize $350,000,000 WIFIA loan from USEPA for water projects
- Up to $12,725,000 in Multi-Family Funds or STSC bonds for affordable housing rehabilitation at 1930-1938 N. Humboldt Blvd. and other locations
- Settlement orders totaling $8,737,500 in four lawsuits against the City
- Payment of various small claims — 49-0 (+0P/1A)
- Declaration of July as Disability Pride Month — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Tribute to late Rudy Lozano — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Congratulations extended to Kevin Lampe on receiving Edward R. Solvibile Distinguished Service Award from Phi Kappa Thet — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Damage to vehicle - pothole claim for Lodhia, Serina — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Damage to vehicle claim for Leno, David J. — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Damage to vehicle - pothole claim for Murray, Steven and Spiridoula — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
- Damage to vehicle claim for Kwarten, Stacey A. — 48-0 (+0P/2A)
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on Budget and Government Operations approved several items, including the appointment of Mary B. Richardson-Lowry as Corporation Counsel and an ordinance updating Municipal Code references to the Public Safety Committee. Also approved were a 2023 budget amendment, a salary resolution, and a $50,000 fund transfer. All items were approved and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Approved appointment of Mary B. Richardson-Lowry as Corporation Counsel
- Approved ordinance updating Municipal Code references to Public Safety Committee
- Approved Annual Appropriation Ordinance Year 2023 amendment within Fund 925
- Approved salary resolution regarding lateral and rehire agreement, health benefits, salary adjustments, and salary schedule IT
- Approved $50,000 transfer of funds within Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy for Year 2023
- Approved April 2023 Joint Meeting and May/June Monthly Rule 45 Reports
Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards reviewed and advanced a text amendment on murals and non-commercial messages, a landmark designation for Greater Tabernacle Cathedral, and numerous map amendments for zoning changes across Chicago. All items were introduced or referred, with no final votes recorded in the minutes. The committee also reviewed several large sign permits.
- Advanced text amendment on murals and non-commercial messages (O2023-0001460)
- Advanced landmark designation for Greater Tabernacle Cathedral at 11300 S Dr. Martin Luther, Jr. Dr (O2023-0002658)
- Advanced zoning change for 8201 W Higgins Road to B3-1 (A-8834)
- Advanced zoning change for 1746 W Division St to B3-3 (22200-T1)
- Advanced zoning change for 1703 W Chicago Ave to B3-2 (22116)
- Advanced zoning change for 7740-44 S South Chicago Ave to M2-2 (22163)
- Advanced zoning change for 13722 S Leyden Ave to M2-1 (20752)
- Advanced zoning change for 4359 S Wood St to M1-1 (22198)
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance approved all items on the July 17, 2023 agenda, including a $27 million TIF allocation for the Congress Theater renovation and a $10 million TIF for a mixed-use development. It also authorized up to $150 million in bond cap cession to IHDA and approved four settlement orders totaling $8.4875 million. All items were passed and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Approved June 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report
- Approved lease with Chicago Park District for Durkin Park water supply project
- Approved Third Amendment to Fullerton/Milwaukee TIF Redevelopment Project
- Approved $27M TIF for Congress Theater renovation (SO2023-1340)
- Approved $10M TIF for mixed-use development at 2222 S. Michigan Ave
- Approved extension for PACE program administrator
- Approved $150M bond cap cession to IHDA
- Approved $12.725M in housing funds for Boulevard Apartments Preservation LP
Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety
The Committee on Pedestrian & Traffic Safety passed a substitute ordinance amending the Municipal Code to create the 'Chicago Plow The Sidewalk Pilot Program' (O2023-2104), sponsored by the Mayor and multiple aldermen. Additionally, numerous parking-related ordinances were passed, including residential permit parking zones, disabled parking restrictions, no parking tow zones, and traffic signal changes. Several items were passed with override over department recommendations, primarily disabled parking permits.
- Passed amendment creating Chicago Plow The Sidewalk Pilot Program (O2023-2104)
- Approved residential permit parking zone on South Bell Avenue (O2023-1576)
- Approved 2-hour parking restriction on South Mayfield Avenue (Or2023-119)
- Approved multiple disabled parking permit restrictions (e.g., O2023-0002649, O2023-0002640)
- Approved no parking tow zones on various streets (e.g., O2023-0002623, O2023-0002624)
- Approved residential permit parking zone amendments (e.g., O2023-0002636, O2023-0002650)
- Approved all-way stop at South Wabash Avenue and East 69th Street (O2023-0001300)
- Passed with override multiple disabled parking permits not recommended by departments (e.g., O2023-0001968)
Committee on Contracting Oversight and Equity
The Committee on Contract Oversight and Equity passed an amendment to extend the pilot program goal for local Veteran-Owned Small Businesses from July 31, 2023, to July 31, 2026. The measure was approved by the committee on July 14, 2023, and will be submitted to the City Council for consideration.
- Passed amendment extending Veteran-Owned Small Business pilot program to July 31, 2026
Committee on Ethics and Government Oversight
The Committee on Ethics and Government Oversight passed an amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 2-56 regarding qualifications and appointment of the Inspector General and Public Safety Deputy. Two subject matter hearings were held with no votes taken, covering audits on recycling enforcement.
- Passed SO2023-0001245 amending Municipal Code Chapter 2-56 on Inspector General qualifications (no vote tally recorded)
Committee on Transportation and Public Way
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way approved multiple ordinances, including alley barrier exemptions for various properties, honorary street designations, and subdivision proposals. It also approved an amendment to allow booting operations in the 25th Ward. All items were submitted to the City Council for final approval.
- Approved alley barrier exemptions for 2354 Washtenaw, 2355 Washtenaw, No Little Plans, JFK High School, Nurturing Niche Nido, The K9 Corridor, Burns Auto Sales, GBZM Medallion, Little Bright Stars Academy, 7555 Irving, Autopol Auto Repair, Over Tortenson Glass, AP Property Development, JK & JG Industries, and Midtown Funeral Home
- Approved honorary street designations: 'Officer Areanah M. Preston Way', 'Honorary Mateo Zastro Way', and 'Honorary Jerry Hart CFD MFAO Way'
- Approved amendment to Municipal Code Section 4-6-230 to allow booting operations in the 25th Ward
- Approved subdivision for Healthy Brighton Subdivision in the 14th Ward
- Approved subdivision for Encuentro Square Resubdivision in the 26th Ward
- Approved alley dedication and opening for Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in the 4th Ward
- Approved vacation of alleys for Lincoln Provisions in the 11th Ward
Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy
The Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy held a subject matter hearing on July 12, 2023, with no votes taken. It heard updates from the Department of Public Health, the Chief Sustainability Officer, and Environmental Justice community representatives on the Cumulative Impact Assessment and public engagement opportunities. It also heard from ComEd on grid preparedness and reliability regarding sustainable energy and severe weather.
- No votes taken; hearing only
Committee on Public Safety
The Committee on Public Safety will consider the appointment of a new chair for the Emergency Telephone System Board and an amendment to the Municipal Code regarding District Council elections.
- Appointment of Annette Guzman as member and chair of Emergency Telephone System Board
- Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-80 regarding elections for District Councils
The Committee on Public Safety passed two items for submission to the City Council. It approved the appointment of Annette Guzman as member and chair of the Emergency Telephone System Board, sponsored by Mayor Johnson. It also approved an amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 2-80 modifying Section 2-80-070 regarding elections for District Councils, sponsored by Alderman Vasquez.
- Approved appointment of Annette Guzman as ETSB chair (sponsored by Mayor Johnson)
- Approved amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 2-80-070 on District Council elections (sponsored by Vasquez)
Committee on Housing and Real Estate
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate is reviewing several property acquisitions and negotiated sales of City-owned land. Items include a multi-million dollar motel acquisition for a pilot housing program and various lot sales to residents and developers.
- $2,900,000 acquisition of 5230 N Lincoln Ave for a homeless shelter and health services
- Roadway improvements along S Burley Avenue, S Carondolet Ave, and E 22nd St
- $18,000 negotiated sale of 5324 W Ferdinand St to Edward Whitaker Jr. and Chanell Whitaker
- Sale of 5339 to 5345 S State St to Deeply Rooted Productions, Inc. for a dance studio center
- Adjacent Neighbors Land Acquisition Program (ANLAP) sales for properties on S Phillips Ave and S Houston Ave
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate approved several property acquisitions and sales, including a $2.9 million purchase for a homeless shelter and a $2 sale for a dance studio. All items were approved as listed on the agenda.
- Approved $2.9M acquisition of 5230 N Lincoln Ave for homeless shelter (O2023-0001409)
- Approved acquisition of parcels for roadway improvements along S Burley Ave and related streets (O2023-0001455)
- Approved negotiated sale of 5324 W Ferdinand St to Edward Whitaker Jr. and Chanell Whitaker for $18,000 (O2023-0001268)
- Approved 'as-is' sale of 5339-5345 S State St to Deeply Rooted Productions for $2 (O2023-0001283)
- Approved ANLAP sale of 7408 S Phillips Ave to Marshana Marie Cooley for $1,000 (O2023-0001279)
- Approved ANLAP sale of 8208 S Houston Ave to Silvia Melgoza for $1,000 (O2023-0001259)
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee on Economic, Capital, and Technology Development is scheduled to vote on 24 appointments and reappointments for various Special Service Area commissions. Additionally, the body will consider three items related to Class 6(b) tax incentives for specific properties. The agenda concludes with a resolution calling on the Illinois General Assembly to allow for remote and hybrid committee meetings.
- Appointment of Alejandra Flores to Special Service Area No. 3, Southwest Business Growth Area Commission
- Reappointment of Paul F. Loaiza to Special Service Area No. 8, Lakeview East Commission
- Approval for issuance of a Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 3815 S. Ashland Ave
- Approval for issuance of a Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 4510 W. Ann Lurie Place
- Support of Class 6(b) Tax incentive for property at 4550 S Packers Ave
The Committee on Economic, Capital, and Technology Development passed all 18 items on its July 10, 2023 agenda. This included 15 appointments or reappointments to various Special Service Area (SSA) commissions, two Class 6(b) tax incentive approvals for properties at 3815 S. Ashland Ave and 4510 W. Ann Lurie Place, and a resolution supporting a Class 6(b) tax incentive for 4550 S Packers Ave. All items were sponsored by Mayor Johnson except the resolution, which was sponsored by Alderperson Lopez.
- Reappointed Paul F. Loaiza to SSA No. 8, Lakeview East Commission
- Reappointed Lorraine J. Rieff-Liakouras to SSA No. 16, Greektown/Halsted Commission
- Reappointed Eric J. Kirsammer to SSA No. 17, Central Lakeview Commission
- Reappointed John L. Bucksbaum to SSA No. 17, Central Lakeview Commission
- Appointed Xavier Zinninger to SSA No. 22, Andersonville Commission
- Approved Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 3815 S. Ashland Ave
- Approved Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 4510 W. Ann Lurie Place
- Supported Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 4550 S Packers Ave
Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights
The Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights will consider a request for monthly hearings regarding the city's response to the migrant crisis. This item, introduced by Alderman Andre Vasquez, is scheduled for a vote.
- Call for monthly hearing(s) regarding city response to migrant crisis (R2023-0001022)
The Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights passed a resolution requesting monthly hearings on the city's response to the migrant crisis. The resolution was sponsored by Alderman Andre Vasquez of the 40th Ward and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Passed resolution R2023-0001022 calling for monthly hearings on migrant crisis response
City Council
The Chicago City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider reports from committees, including a $8.8 million budget amendment for various departments and a $1.7 million grant increase for the Little Village Business Incubator. The agenda also includes numerous property sales, traffic changes, and appointments.
- Appointment of Annette Guzman as Budget Director
- $1,700,000 grant increase to Little Village Business Incubator LLC for commercial renovations
- $8,884,000 amendment to Year 2023 Appropriation Ordinance for multiple departments
- Sale of City-owned property at 4451 S Calumet Ave for three single-family homes
- Redevelopment agreement for five parcels at 601-621 E 47th St for six-story mixed-use building
- Payment of various small claims — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Declaration of June as Pride Month — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Declaration of June 21, 2023 as "Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Day" in Chicago — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Declaration of June 21 as Juneteenth National Independence Day — 100-0 (+0P/0A)
- Issuance of permits for sign(s)/signboard(s) at 451 N Elizabeth St - Permit No. 101013493 — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Damage to vehicle claim for Vandlik, Mark J. — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Damage to vehicle claim for StoDomingo, Jaysen R. — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
- Damage to vehicle claim for Wiseman, Sheila and Mark — 50-0 (+0P/0A)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Committee on Budget and Government Operations
The Committee on Budget and Government Operations will review the May 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report and consider several funding amendments. The agenda includes an appointment for the City's Budget Director and discussions regarding the 2024 budget process.
- Appointment of Annette Guzman as Budget Director
- $1,700,000 grant increase and extension for Little Village Business Incubator LLC
- $8,884,000 appropriation amendment for various city departments
- $20,000 fund transfer within Committee on Committees and Rules
The Committee on Budget and Government Operations approved the May 2023 Rule 45 report and recommended several ordinances to the City Council, including the appointment of Annette Guzman as Budget Director, a $1.7 million grant increase for Little Village Business Incubator LLC, a $19.45 million appropriation amendment for multiple departments, and a $20,000 fund transfer. The 2024 budget process was also discussed but no decision was recorded.
- Approved May 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report
- Recommended appointment of Annette Guzman as Budget Director
- Recommended $1.7M grant increase for Little Village Business Incubator LLC (O2023-2051)
- Recommended $19.45M appropriation amendment for multiple departments (SO2023-2079)
- Recommended $20,000 fund transfer within Committee on Committees and Rules (O2023-2095)
Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards is reviewing several ordinances regarding land use changes across various wards. The agenda includes proposals for new residential buildings, office towers, and mixed-use redevelopments.
- Proposed 4-story, 20-unit residential building at 1815-21 N California Ave
- Redevelopment of 1235-37 North Ashland Avenue into a five-story mixed-use building
- Creation of a two-subarea planned development at 1300 W. Carroll Avenue featuring buildings up to 515 feet tall
- Proposed 30-story office building at 357-359 North Green Street
- Redevelopment of former Woods school at 6206 S. Racine Avenue into 48 units and a health center
The Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards approved numerous zoning map amendments and landmark designations, including a 46-story mixed-use tower at 1300 W. Lake Street with 593 dwelling units, a 30-story office building at 357 N. Green Street, and a planned development at 1300 W. Carroll Avenue with up to 633 residential units. It also recommended historical landmark status for Epworth Church and The Warehouse, and approved an appointment of Mayor Brandon Johnson to the Public Buildings Commission. All actions were recommendations to the full City Council.
- Approved 46-story mixed-use tower at 1300 W. Lake St (593 units) as revised
- Approved 30-story office building at 357 N. Green St as revised
- Approved planned development at 1300 W. Carroll Ave (up to 633 units) as revised
- Approved landmark designation for Epworth Church (5253 N Kenmore Ave)
- Approved landmark designation for The Warehouse (206 S Jefferson St)
- Approved appointment of Mayor Brandon Johnson to Public Buildings Commission
- Approved rezoning for 80-unit redevelopment at 1801 S. Wabash (Mercy Housing) as revised
- Approved rezoning for 48-unit redevelopment of former Woods school (6206 S. Racine) as revised
🏢 Building at this address: 2 floors
Committee on Special Events, Cultural Affairs and Recreation
The Committee will consider ordinances to convey city property to Neighborspace. These items also involve the allocation of financial assistance for the development of two garden projects.
- Conveyance of 3302-3326 E 92nd St to Neighborspace and funding for Calumet Gateway Garden
- Conveyance of 3024-3040 W Fifth Ave to Neighborspace and funding for Eco Garden North Garden
- Approval of May 2023 Monthly Rule 45 report
The Committee on Special Events, Cultural Affairs and Recreation approved the May 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report and passed two ordinances conveying city property to Neighborspace for garden development. The ordinances allocate financial assistance for the Calumet Gateway Garden and Eco Garden North Garden.
- Approved May 2023 Monthly Rule 45 Report
- Passed ordinance 02023-1617 conveying property at 3302-3326 E 92nd St to Neighborspace for Calumet Gateway Garden
- Passed ordinance 02023-1618 conveying property at 3024-3040 W Fifth Ave to Neighborspace for Eco Garden North Garden
Committee on License and Consumer Protection
The Committee on License and Consumer Protection will review multiple ordinances to amend the Municipal Code regarding business licenses. The items include proposals to allow or disallow alcoholic liquor and package goods licenses in various wards.
- Ordinance 02023-2175: Allow additional package goods licenses on part of Ewing Avenue
- Ordinance 02023-2089: Allow additional alcoholic liquor and package goods licenses on part of Halsted Street
- Ordinance 02023-2055: Designate 37% of the 13th Ward as a Restricted Residential Zone to prohibit shared housing and vacation rentals
- Ordinance 02023-2098: Allow additional alcoholic liquor licenses on part of Wallace Street
- Ordinance 02023-2101: Disallow additional alcoholic liquor and package goods licenses in parts of the 42nd Ward
The Committee on License and Consumer Protection passed six ordinances amending the Municipal Code of Chicago regarding liquor and packaged goods licenses, plus the monthly Rule 45 report. All items passed the committee on June 15, 2023, and will be submitted to the City Council on June 21, 2023.
- Approved ordinance to allow additional packaged goods licenses on Ewing Avenue (10th Ward)
- Approved ordinance to allow additional liquor and package goods licenses on Halsted Street (11th Ward)
- Approved ordinance designating 37th precinct of 13th Ward as Restricted Residential Zone prohibiting additional shared housing and vacation rentals
- Approved ordinance to disallow additional package goods licenses on 111th Street (19th Ward)
- Approved ordinance to disallow additional liquor and package goods licenses in portions of 42nd Ward
- Approved ordinance to allow additional packaged goods licenses on Central Avenue (45th Ward)
- Approved May 2023 Rule 45 Report
Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance is reviewing several proposals for TIF and grant funding for residential and commercial developments. The agenda also includes the approval of monthly reports and several large settlement payments by the Department of Law.
- Loan restructuring for 3757-3763 S. Wabash Avenue involving up to $5,313,737 in TIF and $600,000 in Multi-Family grants
- Issuance of up to $29,000,000 in bonds for low-income housing at E. 79th Street and S. Exchange Avenue
- Issuance of up to $21,000,000 in bonds for United Yards mixed affordable housing at 1515 W. 47th Street and 1635-1641 W. 47th Street
- TIF funding up to $2,988,535 for Steep Theatre Company at 5300-5318 N. Kenmore Avenue
- Settlement orders for various legal cases, including a $7,250,000 settlement in Arthur Brown v. City of Chicago
The Committee on Finance approved all items on the agenda, including loan restructuring and bond issuances for affordable housing projects, TIF funding for various developments, and settlement orders totaling $9.2 million. The items were passed and will be submitted to the City Council.
- Approved loan restructuring for Renaissance Partners (up to $5.3M TIF, $600K multi-family)
- Approved $29M tax-exempt bonds for DL3 Thrive Exchange LIHTC South LLC
- Approved $21M bonds for New City Redevelopment Limited Partnership
- Approved amendment for Imani Senior Village Phase 1 LLC redevelopment agreement
- Approved conveyance and funding for First Nations Garden Project (up to $93,990 open space fees, $350K TIF, $500K recovery plan)
- Approved TIF increase for Blackhawk Park fieldhouse renovation (up to $2,755,266)
- Approved TIF funds for Steep Theatre Company (up to $2,988,535)
- Approved settlement orders totaling $9.2M in four cases
Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development
The Committee on Economic, Capital and Technology Development will review several appointments to Special Service Area commissions and a Class 6(b) tax incentive. The agenda also includes approval of the April 2023 Rule 45 Monthly Report and a budget agreement for SSA No. 28-2014.
- Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 6500 W Cortland St
- SSA No. 28-2014 (Six Corners) budget and service provider agreement with Portage Park Chamber of Commerce
- Appointment of Whitney Castle to SSA No. 20, South Western Avenue Commission
- Appointment of Marianne Candido to SSA No. 22, Clark Street/Andersonville Commission
- Reappointment of Dominic Irpino to SSA No. 34, Uptown Commission
Committee on Transportation and Public Way
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way is reviewing a large batch of ordinances, primarily focusing on exemptions from barrier requirements for private parking facilities. The agenda also includes proposals for honorary street designations, right-of-way openings, and street vacations. No dollar amounts or specific vote outcomes are listed in the provided text.
- Exemptions from alley barrier requirements for 25+ businesses, including Chicago Kidz Klub, South Loop Auto Sales, and 31st Auto Repair
- Honorary designation of East 63rd Street (between S. Stony Island and S. Blackstone) as 'Rev Dr. Leon D. Finney, Jr. Way'
- Honorary designation of East Bennett Avenue (from S. 71st to S. 72nd) as 'Honorary Rocky More Way'
- Proposed right-of-way opening for the northern half of West 38th Street between S. May and S. Morgan
- Proposed right-of-way opening along West Division Avenue between N. Halsted and N. Elston
The Committee on Transportation and Public Way approved numerous ordinances exempting properties from alley barrier requirements and designating honorary street names. All items were forwarded to the City Council for final approval.
- Approved alley barrier exemptions for 40+ properties including Chicago Kidz Klub, South Loop Auto Sales, and Tess M. McKenzie Early Learning Center
- Approved honorary street designations including 'Rev Dr. Leon D. Finney, Jr Way', 'Honorary Rockymore Way', and 'Terry Miller Way'
- Approved proposed right-of-way openings on West 38th Street and West Division Avenue
- Approved a subdivision at McCormick Square for the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority
- Approved vacation of an alley in the 10th Ward and street dedication in the 18th Ward
Committee on Workforce Development
The Committee on Workforce Development will meet to consider an intergovernmental agreement for land management services via Greencorps Chicago. The committee will also vote to approve the April 2023 Rule 45 report.
- Intergovernmental agreement (2023-159L) with Forest Preserve District of Cook County for Greencorps Chicago services
- Approval of April 2023 Rule 45 report
The Committee on Workforce Development passed a communication recommending an ordinance that allows the Chicago Department of Transportation to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County and GreenCorps. The item was passed in committee on June 12, 2023, and will be submitted to the City Council on June 21, 2023.
- Passed communication 02023-1591 recommending ordinance for CDOT intergovernmental agreement with Forest Preserve District and GreenCorps
Committee on Housing and Real Estate
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate is reviewing several items including the transfer of funds into the Building Neighborhoods and Affordable Housing Purchase Price Assistance Program. The agenda also contains multiple proposals for the sale of City-owned properties to private individuals and developers.
- Transferring funds into the Building Neighborhoods and Affordable Housing Purchase Price Assistance Program (BNAH)
- Negotiated sale of 8.3 acres at 1924 W 46th St. to Harvest Food Group, Inc. for business expansion
- Sale of 4451 S Calumet Ave. for the construction of three single-family homes
- Redevelopment agreement and sale of five parcels on E 47th St. to Bella Noir LLC for a six-story mixed-use building
- Restructuring agreement for Highland Tudor Apartments involving Community Block Grant Funds debt
The Committee on Housing and Real Estate approved the April 2023 Rule 45 Report and passed all 15 agenda items, including transferring funds into the Building Neighborhoods and Affordable Housing (BNAH) program, releasing deed restrictions, and approving sales of city-owned properties. All items were passed unanimously as recorded.
- Approved April 2023 Rule 45 Report
- Approved amendment to BNAH program transferring funds and authorizing rules
- Approved release of deed restrictions for 2236 W Adams St. for monetary consideration
- Approved restructuring agreement for Highland Tudor Manor Apartments transfer to Transforming Housing VII LLC
- Approved first amendment to Right of Entry agreement for Laramie State Bank
- Approved sale of city-owned property at 4451 S Calumet Ave. for three single-family homes
- Approved sale of city-owned property at 436 E 42nd Pl. to RZS Properties LLC for four-unit residential building
- Approved negotiated sale of city-owned property at 3010-3012 E 79th Pl. to Christopher Tomacek and Victor Resa