Chicago sidewalks would be cleared of snow and ice in four zones whenever 'two inches or more' accumulate within a 24-hour period, under a pilot program unveiled Friday that one alderperson called a slippery slope and a costly mistake.
By Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has unveiled a sidewalk snow removal pilot program, but 13th Ward Ald. Marty Quinn says it will be costly and difficult.Chicago sidewalks would be cleared of snow and ice in four zones whenever "two inches or more" accumulate within a 24-hour period, under a pilot program unveiled Friday that one alderperson called a slippery slope and a costly mistake.
The city would "prioritize the use of multi-purpose tractors" and use "equipment and materials that minimize noise disruptions and environmental risks." Snow and ice would be removed from sidewalks "in a way that does not obstruct pedestrian or vehicle traffic or access to emergency access points or other infrastructure."
"It's a huge undertaking that's going to cost millions of dollars. And even then, I don't know if it can be perfected," Quinn said.For now at least, Chicago will start small, beginning some time next year, at a cost of up to $3.5 million.
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