Afternoon Briefing: Chicago aldermen defer police arbitration deal
An ordinance restricting the building of dollar stores in Chicago has been delayed for debate in the City Council.
Aldermen in Chicago have deferred voting on a contract measure that would allow police officers accused of serious misconduct to have closed-door disciplinary hearings. [ more ]
Chicago City Council vote on Gaza ceasefire resolution to be postponed amid pushback
A vote on a cease-fire resolution in Gaza by the Chicago City Council has been postponed after a group of aldermen petitioned for a delay.
The delay comes after the council planned to vote on a resolution commemorating the liberation of Auschwitz, with sensitivity concerns being a reason for the postponement. [ more ]
Chicago to consider an ordinance that would effectively ban natural gas in new buildings
Chicago City Council is considering an ordinance that would effectively ban the use of natural gas in most new buildings.
The ordinance sets an emissions standard that natural gas can't meet, promoting the use of electric heat and appliances to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. [ more ]
City Council committee rejects discipline provision in Chicago police contract but OKs pay hikes
Chicago City Council committee rejects contract provision allowing police officers accused of misconduct to have cases decided by a third party in private
Council approves economic benefits in the contract, including 5% raises for officers [ more ]