For the last couple of weeks Mayor Daley has been taking what his press office calls a “Neighborhood Appreciation Tour” to thank the residents of communities around the city for helping him “keep Chicago moving forward,” as he and his supporters say as often as they can. But what the mayor is really embarking on […]
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What’s it really mean to be green?
Everybody seems to love the rooftop garden at City Hall, and Mayor Daley is proud that Chicago leads the country in LEED-certified buildings. But as a new book argues, those are hardly the sorts of things that make a city green.
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The latest dirt on the soil and rubble ordinance
The city revives its proposal to allow reuse of construction-related dirt and soil, provoking a political firestorm.
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The dirt on dirt
Aldermen discuss an ordinance covering how dirt can be handled. And millions of dollars are at stake.
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What Would Daley Do?
Seattle’s mayor finds inspiration in Chicago as he ponders a re-election bid.
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What does “green” mean?
Aldermen want to bring more green businesses to Chicago. Now someone needs to figure out what “green” means.
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Dissension on garbage collection
The city’s proposal to change how garbage is collected has provoked an intense debate over the environment and money.
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The political climate
Somewhere amid lots of politicking, the city introduces a bold plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions.