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Transit advocates turned out in force for Dorval Carter’s first quarterly meeting with alderpersons
The grassroots advocacy groups Commuters Take Action and Better Streets Chicago urged residents to show up for the hearing.
February 27, 2024
At annual gathering, Better Streets Chicago unveils new Community Blocks campaign, inspired by Barcelona’s Superblocks
Advocates showed up in force to support the grassroots organization, which promotes safe, accessible, and equitable street design for all residents.
November 10, 2023
Dozens of advocates show up in the rain to call for overhauling the CTA at Cut Carter Protest
Said CTAction cofounder Fabio Göttlicher of CTA President Dorval Carter Jr., "It’s perhaps time to realize you’re not ready for a marathon and retire from the race."
October 16, 2023
Week Without Driving helped people, especially elected officials, understand challenges faced by those who can’t drive
This mobility justice campaign focuses on disability rights and racial equity.
October 12, 2023
Thanks to lobbying by advocates, CDOT boosts the PBL mileage for Lincoln Avenue Streetscape
Granted, CDOT originally only planned to build a single block of bike lanes, but a little over half a mile is still an improvement.
September 18, 2023
16 organizations sign letter to Mayor Johnson calling for a “a bold and visionary” CDOT chief
It's great to see a letter noting that while Gia Biagi helped create a safer, more equitable transportation system, the next CDOT chief must take larger steps in that direction.
August 7, 2023
Great news! Plow the Sidewalks pilot program ordinance passed in City Council today
It may be late July, but it's a good time to think about how snowy weather in Chicago will likely become a lot more manageable for many people with disabilities, seniors, and families with small children.
July 19, 2023
“Plow The Sidewalks” ordinance reintroduced into new City Council, with minor changes
A group of 24 alderpersons introduced an ordinance at yesterday's City Council meeting that would start a "Plow The Sidewalks" pilot program.
May 25, 2023
Villegas will introduce Plow the Sidewalks ordinance tomorrow at City Council
At tomorrow's Council meeting, Ald. Villegas (36th) plans to introduce the Plow The Sidewalks ordinance, originally proposed by Access Living and Better Streets Chicago.
March 14, 2023
New Better Streets Chicago Action Fund website endorses mayor and alder hopefuls
BSCAF sent an in-depth questionnaire on a wide range of transportation issues to all 182 aldermanic and mayoral candidates.
February 8, 2023
