Resolution R2024-0013146 Active

Non-Routine Council Matters Call for Hearing


Call for hearing(s) on increase of Red Line Extension project costs

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The Chicago Transit Authority's Red Line Extension Project, promising benefits to Far South Side residents, has seen an alarming pre-construction cost increase from $3.6 billion to $5.3 billion, announced on August 14, 2024. The Mayor and Chicago City Council demand a hearing by the Transportation Committee, with testimonies on this increase from President Dorval Carter, Chief Infrastructure Officer Bill Mooney, and other CTA officials.

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Sponsors (2) Ward
Waguespack, Scott
Waguespack, ScottPrimary Sponsor Ward 32
Cardona, Jr., Felix
Cardona, Jr., Felix Ward 31

History

Date Legislative body Action
Date 2024-10-09 Legislative body Chicago City Council Action Referred
Date 2024-10-09 Legislative body Chicago City Council Action Introduced

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