elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 28/02/2026Correction: this speaker's name is Zoe Leigh. 000
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elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Alder Villegas asks about the rail line he sees - it is currently active but there is a possibility for a rail-to-trail project. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026(O2026-0022514) is Next, is the sale of the 1014 S California is In Good Company Chicago. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Item 1 - (O2025-0019991) The Alder in question is sick so has asked that this item be held off. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026They also received 23 written comments, included in the alders' packets. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Next is Zoe Lee. She says that the gov't is stealing TIF money. 200
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Melissa Ortiz Exec Director of In Good Company Chicago is next. She is thanking the ChiBlockBuilder program for allowing them to grow food at low or no cost to the community. They are hoping to use this as a prototype for future projects, but she has struggled finding aldermanic support. 110
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Next Willie Jr Fleming, of Chicago Anti-Eviction Campaign. 1) Fines and water bills on vacant properties, that they have had to pay just to close deals 2) 7363 S Shore Dr - tensions between Black people and immigrants 3) Community land trust issues 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Mr Blakemore criticizes the timing of this and the Finance meetings, and the punctuality of the alders. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Three speakers today in person. First is George Blakemore. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026The Meeting is called to order at 12:45. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026The meeting of the Committee on Finance has ended. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Their version of the proposed ordinance can be accessed here: www.cafha.net/_files/ugd/e...cafha.net 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Going back to agenda item number 1, the establishment of a Proactive Rental Inspection Working Group, see their website here: www.cafha.net/chicagohealt...cafha.netCAFHA | Chicago Healthy HomesUnlike other major cities, Chicago does not regularly inspect buildings for health or safety issues. Homes are only inspected when there is a complaint, and there is currently a huge backlog. Meanwhil... 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026In Good Company Chicago intends to use this land to create a community-focused garden with raised beds, fencing, a plaza, and a playhouse. They are partnered with the North Lawndale Adult Transition Center, A Safe Haven Foundation, Chalmers STEM Elementary, and Great Expectations Learning Academy. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026They are partnered with the North Lawndale Adult Transition Center, A Safe Haven Foundation, Chalmers STEM Elementary School, and Great Expectation Learning Academy. The budget is $150,000. 000
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026To provide background for the sale 1014 S California Ave, In Good Company Chicago intends to create a community-oriented farm with raised beds, fencing, a playhouse, and a plaza. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026ChiBlockBuilder can be found here: chiblockbuilder.comchiblockbuilder.com| ChiBlockBuilderBrowse all City-owned vacant surplus property. This map seeks to increase transparency and to support residents in creating plans for their neighborhoods. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Here is the location on Google Maps: www.google.com/maps/place/1...google.comGoogle MapsFind local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Additional exhibits, including Project Description, Project Drawings, Competing Proposals, and Form of Deed can be found here: chicityclerkelms.chicago.gov/Matter/?matt...chicityclerkelms.chicago.gov Matter - Office of the City Clerk 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026The full text of this ordinance can be found here: occprodstoragev1.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/matterattach...occprodstoragev1.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026The next item on the agenda is (O2026-0022514) - Sale of City-owned property at 1014 S California Ave to In Good Company Chicago NFP (located in the the 28th Ward) 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026The text of this Ordinance can be found here: occprodstoragev1.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/matterattach...occprodstoragev1.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026The first item on today's agenda (O2025-0019991) addresses the establishment of a "Proactive Rental Inspection Working Group to regulate inspections, certifications, and testing criteria, and to establish registry to track data for rental housing in Chicago." 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026These meetings are always open to the public at Room 201A, 121 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60602, or live-streamed at www.chicityclerk.comchicityclerk.comOffice of the City Clerk | Office of the City Clerk 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026While public comments are no longer being accepted for this meeting, all future comments can be submitted to CommitteeonHousingandRealEstate@cityofchicago.org by 5PM on the weekday before said meeting. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026These documents were first amended to include a subject matter hearing proposing an Illinois Constitutional Amendment that would look to add a 3% surcharge on income over $1,000,000.00 to help fund property tax relief and education; however these documents were re-amended to postpone that discussion 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026The most recent version of the agenda can be found here: occprodstoragev1.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/meetingattac... and the most recent version of Notice of Meeting can be found here: occprodstoragev1.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/meetingattac...occprodstoragev1.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net 100
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elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 01/05/2025This concludes your coverage for tonight’s meeting. For more meeting coverage, see @chidocumenters.bsky.social and visit Documenters.org Good night Chicago! #chidocumentersdocumenters.orgDocumenters.org: Making Local Government More AccountableAll the info you need on public meetings in your town, in one easy-to-search place. Get TRAINED and PAID to hold your local government accountable. Powered by City Bureau. 010
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 01/05/2025Meeting adjourned at 7:58, for time. Mr. Holland is staying after to answer more of the public's questions one-on-one. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 01/05/2025Audience member asked about a recent case; the back and forth is bit chaotic and the chair had to call the meeting to order. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 01/05/2025Mr Holland argues that this is a resource issue, and about allocating time and resources responsibly. Mr Wallace argues that personnel issues, and staffing issues, should not allow to the flouting of due process. He is concerned about civil rights violations, given history (especially in Chicago). 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 01/05/2025Mr Wallace in the audience clarifies his earlier comment: he does not question the implementation of this program, but rather why the public was not consulted in this decision. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 01/05/2025This provides an avenue for them to legally own this gun. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 01/05/2025For example, if someone has their car searched and they illegally have a gun in their car, they would have still have access to FOID. 100
elharpwhy.bsky.social @elharpwhy.bsky.social · 01/05/2025There is an effort to enhance FOID access for first-time nonviolent gun offenders. 100
