Amendment of Municipal Code Section 9-12-070 establishing maximum speed limit of 25 miles per hour on streets, 15 miles per hour in alleys, and absolute statutory nonurban limit of 55 miles per hour
The Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety's July 17, 2024, meeting addressed changes to Chicago's Municipal Code, specifically ordinance 9-12-070. It sets city speed limits (25 mph for streets, 15 mph for alleys), outlines penalties (fines of $200-$1000, community service), and mentions potential felony charges. The ordinance takes effect on January 1st, 2026.
Sponsors (9) | Ward | |
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La Spata, DanielPrimary Sponsor | Ward 1 |
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Vasquez, Jr., AndrePrimary Sponsor | Ward 40 |
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Sigcho-Lopez, Byron | Ward 25 |
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Lawson, Bennett R. | Ward 44 |
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Knudsen, Timothy R. | Ward 43 |
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Martin, Matthew J. | Ward 47 |
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Manaa-Hoppenworth, Leni | Ward 48 |
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Cruz, Ruth | Ward 30 |
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Rodriguez, Michael D. | Ward 22 |
Date | Legislative body | Action |
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Date 2024-10-22 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Deferred and Published |
Date 2024-10-21 | Legislative body Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety | Action Recommended to Pass |
Date 2024-09-18 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Referred |
Date 2024-09-16 | Legislative body Committee on Committees and Rules | Action Recommended for Re-Referral |
Date 2024-07-17 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Referred |
Date 2024-07-17 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Introduced |