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Most tracked bills in Chicago, 2024
Call for hearing(s) on missing women in City of Chicago
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Hopkins, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Mitchell, the resolution was Adopted.
Council • Oct 30, 2024Latest Version
Submission of public question by referendum to Chicago voters at next regular election regarding change to Commission for Public Safety and Accountability membership from 7 members to 11 members and amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-80 by modifying various sections regarding term limits, qualifications, duties, elections for and appointments of commissioners for Commission for Public Safety and Accountability
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Harris, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Mitchell, the matter Failed to Pass.
Council • Sep 18, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-68 by adding new Section 2-68-050 requiring City data to be processed, stored, transmitted and disposed, within United States jurisdiction with variable storage credits dependent on location within State of Illinois, or within corporate limit of City of Chicago Third and Final Substitute - passed in Committee on Wed September 11, 2024
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Villegas, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Mitchell, the matter was Passed.
Council • Sep 18, 2024Call for hearing(s) to explore and address implications of climate change-induced migration to Chicago
Last Action
The matter was Held in Committee. ()
Council • Jul 17, 2024Latest Version
Requirement for City departments and agencies to include designation of Middle Eastern or North African on data reports using racial or ethnic classifications
Last Action
The matter was recommended to Pass by controlling legislative body. (Committee on Health and Human Relations)
Council • May 23, 2024Latest Version
Exemption from physical barrier requirement for commercial driveway alley access for Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Vasquez, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of honorary street designation from "Ossie Goff Way" to "Ossie Ballew Way"
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Vasquez, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Issuance of permits for sign(s)/signboard(s) at 679 N Michigan Ave - Permit No. 101037351
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Lawson, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Issuance of permits for sign(s)/signboard(s) at 2300 N Clybourn Ave - Permit No. 101048451
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Lawson, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Vacation of portion of N Harding Ave between W Lake St and W Kinzie St
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Vasquez, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Section 17-4-0404 modifying limitation on minimum lot area reduction to exclude buildings in lawful existence for 20 years, in districts with dash 16 designations, and granted no previous floor area bonus
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Lawson, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter Failed to Pass.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Vasquez, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Issuance of permits for sign(s)/signboard(s) at 2300 N Clybourn Ave - Permit No. 101048452
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Lawson, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Issuance of permits for sign(s)/signboard(s) at 1760 N Kingsbury St - Permit No. 101048025
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Lawson, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Issuance of permits for sign(s)/signboard(s) at 1101 S Canal St - Permit No. 101023100
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Lawson, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Opening of public way on W Leland Ave from N Western Ave to N Lincoln Ave
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Vasquez, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Issuance of permits for sign(s)/signboard(s) at 1520 W Harrison St - Permit No. 101046661
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Lawson, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Exemption from physical barrier requirement for commercial driveway alley access for 801 S Western Ave LLC & The Fruitful Family Fund LLC
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Vasquez, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Traffic direction at W 24th St from S Harding Ave to S Spaulding Ave - One-Way easterly - amend
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Speed limitation at W 32nd Street from S Keeler Ave to S Central Park Ave - 20 mph
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Traffic sign(s)/signal(s) at E 109th St and S Avenue L - All-Way Stop
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Speed limitation at S Central Park Ave from W 32nd St to W 26th Street - 20 mph
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Traffic sign(s)/signal(s) at E 111th Street and S Avenue E - All-Way Stop
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Traffic sign(s)/signal(s) at N Lamon Ave from 30 ft. south of W Shakespeare Ave to 120 ft. south thereof; and W Shakespeare Ave from N Lamon Ave to N Cicero Ave - No Parking Except School Personnel
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Traffic direction at W 32nd St from S Keeler Ave to S Pulaski Ave - One-Way easterly - amend
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Vasquez, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the matter was Passed.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 22, 2024Latest Version
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • May 15, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-156 regarding ethical code of conduct for City Council contractors, lobbyists and candidates for City office (Substitute to be proffered at next Committee Meeting, May 7, 2024)
Last Action
Substituted ()
Council • May 07, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-31 by inserting new Section 2-31-045 establishing Chicago Shoreline Advisory Board to develop and update shoreline management plan
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Apr 22, 2024Call for hearing(s) on laws and policies prohibiting violence interrupters from working within schools based on convictions for non-violent offenses
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Apr 22, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-68 by adding new Article II establishing guidelines and procedures for implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) programs and solutions to enhance City operations
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Apr 22, 2024Latest Version
Support of Class L tax incentive for property at 465 W Cermak Rd
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Villegas, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Mitchell, the matter was Passed.
Council • Apr 22, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Section 9-64-170 to allow pickup trucks or vans less than 8,000 pounds to park on portion of N Elston Ave
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Apr 22, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-68 by adding new Article II entitled "Artificial Intelligence Programs" establishing guidelines and procedures for effective implementation of AI programs by City departments and Office of City Clerk
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Apr 22, 2024Latest Version
Expression of support for passage of Illinois House Bills 5314 and 5432 and Illinois Senate Bill 3680 known as The Community Safety Through Stable Homes Act
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Apr 22, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 5 and 13 by adding new Section 5-12-071 and by replacing in its entirety Section 13-72-105 requiring landlords or condo governing associations to maintain safety and security on respective premises
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Apr 19, 2024Latest Version
Issuance of permits for sign(s)/signboard(s) at 5160 N Northwest Hwy
Last Action
On motion of Alderperson Lawson, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Mitchell, the matter was Passed.
Council • Apr 17, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-68 by adding new Section 2-68-050 requiring City data to be processed, stored, transmitted and disposed of within jurisdiction of United States
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Mar 22, 2024Latest Version
Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-172 by deleting in its entirety and adding new Chapter 2-172 entitled "Transitional Haven Guidelines" prohibiting length of stay limitations for transitional shelters operated by City of Chicago
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Mar 20, 2024Latest Version
Call for hearing(s) to explore barriers to housing for new and long-standing immigrant and refugee communities in City of Chicago
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Mar 20, 2024Latest Version
Call for Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Illinois Environmental Protection Agency to re-evaluate and increase allocation of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds to Chicago for use in replacing lead service lines
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Jan 26, 2024Amendment of Municipal Code Chapters 14N and 18 regarding limitation of combustion in new buildings and existing buildings with significant additions
Last Action
Two committees having been called, the Joint Committee of Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards and Environmental Protection and Energy and the Committee on Committees and Rules, the matter was referred to the Committee on Committees and Rules (Pursuant to Council Rule 42).
Council • Jan 24, 2024Latest Version
Call for Illinois General Assembly to amend Illinois Public Labor Relations Act to require that individuals presiding over disciplinary grievances for peace officers receive adequate training
Last Action
The matter was Referred to Committee.
Council • Jan 24, 2024Latest Version
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