Ordinance SO2024-0010990
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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
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On July 17, 2024, the City Council Meeting, chaired by the Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety, replaced Chapter 9-12-070 of the Municipal Code. The ordinance, effective January 1st, 2026, sets a 15 mph limit in alleys, a 55 mph nonurban limit, fines from $200.00-$1,000.00, community service, and potential felony charges for violations. The article provides a comprehensive account of the ordinance.
Alternate identifiers: O2024-0010990
Sponsors
| 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 |
History
| Date | Legislative body | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Date 2025-02-19 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Failed to Pass |
| Date 2025-02-19 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Substituted |
| 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 |