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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
Making the fiscal argument for municipal sidewalk clearance at #PlowTheSidewalks town hall
Said Access living transportation analyst Laura Saltzman, "If we can afford to clear the streets then we can afford to clear the sidewalks."
February 1, 2023
Mayoral hopefuls call for accessible stations, municipal sidewalk plowing during disability issues forum
Seven out of the nine declared Chicago mayoral candidates shared their plans for making the city more accessible to people with disabilities at the January 7 forum hosted by Access Living, a disability rights group.
January 10, 2023
Advocating for a slush fund: Plow the Sidewalks rally takes over City Hall
On the morning of November 2 a spirited group of people advocating for a municipal sidewalk snow removal pilot gathered in the corridors of the first level of City Hall.
November 4, 2022
