Why Lori’s Order to End Aldermanic Prerogative Is Good for Sustainable Transportation
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Too often in the past, aldermen have unfairly used their veto power to block good walking, biking, and transit projects in their wars.
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Outgoing Transportation Chief Rebekah Scheinfeld Discusses Her Drama-Free Tenure
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While her predecessor Gabe Klein was famous for his bold initiatives, Scheinfeld also accomplished a number of big projects during her time at CDOT.
“Disastrous” State Capital Bill Would Allocate 7X as Much Money for Roads as Transit
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The proposal, which includes multiple vehicle tax increases and new fees, would allocate $23 billion to roads and bridges but only $3.4 billion on transit.
New Law Puts South Shore Line’s Governing Board Under Indiana Governor’s Full Control
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Illinois already had little influence over South Shore Line policy, and this change takes power over the the railroad away from the Indiana counties it runs through.
The One Central Development Looks to Transform the South Loop, But at What Cost?
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The developer of this megaproject isn't looking for a TIF handout, but it does want billions from the state of Illinois to build a transit hub.
Thanks to “Overwhelming Support,” the Logan Affordable TOD Plan Is Moving Forward
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Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa said that after taking input from over a thousand residents, he's recommending the project to the zoning committee.