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Chicago City Council votes

Roll-call votes of the full City Council on the 1164 pieces of legislation the City Clerk marked as key since the term began May 15, 2023. Most pass unanimously; divided votes, where at least one member voted no, show where the Council disagrees. Each page lists how every alderperson voted.

Divided votes (91)

DateLegislationResultYeaNay
Sep 23, 2026Redevelopment agreement with Foundry Park Properties KP7 LLC to provide tax increment financing (TIF) assistance for development of Foundry Park project at 31-acre site bounded by W Dickens Ave, North Branch of Chicago River and N Kingsbury St and N Southport AvePassed491
Jul 15, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Section 2-44-140 authorizing Commissioner of Housing to waive debts for certain buildings included in Department of Housing revitalization programsPassed481
Jul 15, 2026Redevelopment agreement with Roosevelt/Clark Partners LLC to provide tax increment financing (TIF) assistance for development of parking facility related to The 78 projectPassed445
Jul 15, 2026Call on Andrew Boutros to resign as U.S. Attorney for Northern District of Illinois and Department of Justice to ensure full review of obligations in matters connected to Operation Midway Blitz, Broadview prosecutions, and other related proceedingsAdopted463
Jul 15, 2026Amended and restated redevelopment agreement with Roosevelt/Clark Partners LLC to provide tax increment financing (TIF) assistance for development of various public ways related to The 78 projectPassed471
Jun 17, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 4-156 by defining and prohibiting the installation or use of sweepstakes machinesFailed to Pass1533
Jun 17, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 4-156 regarding social media amusement taxPassed472
May 20, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 6-105 modifying timelines for employer allowance minimums in hourly wage occupations receiving gratuitiesPassed491
May 20, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Title 2 by adding new Chapter 2-200 titled The Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr. Fair Access to Democracy Ordinance and establishment of The Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr. Advisory Council on Access to DemocracyPassed428
May 20, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Title 2 by amending Section 2-78-120 (e-5) and adding new Section 2-84-530 prohibiting members of Chicago Police Department from participating in any extremist activityPassed2821
Apr 15, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Chapters 9-104 and 9-112 adding specifications for taximeter use and modifying rules on taxicab equipment requirements and inspections, license fees and new service fare ratesPassed491
Apr 15, 2026Expenditure of Open Space Impact Fee funds for development of Chicago Torture Justice Memorial at 5520 S Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. DrPassed491
Apr 15, 2026First amendment to lease agreement with 8700 Building LLC for property at 8650 S Commercial AvePassed491
Apr 15, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Section 5-12-130 to require sufficient written notice from landlord prior to rental agreement termination or filing of eviction actionsPassed464
Apr 15, 2026Seventeenth Supplemental Indenture securing Second Lien Water Revenue Bonds, Refunding Series 2026APassed491
Mar 18, 2026Intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Park District to provide tax increment financing (TIF) assistance for improvements at Hermosa Park at 2240 N Kilbourn AvePassed491
Mar 18, 2026Support of Class 6(b) tax incentive for property at 501 N Sacramento BlvdPassed491
Mar 18, 2026Appointment of Susan Cappello as Executive Director of Chicago Animal Care and ControlApproved491
Mar 18, 2026First amendment to intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Park District to provide tax increment financing (TIF) assistance for improvements at Avondale Park at 3516 W School StPassed491
Mar 18, 2026Intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Board of Education to provide tax increment financing (TIF) assistance for improvements at Carter G. Woodson Elementary School at 4414 S Evans AvePassed491
Mar 18, 2026Third amendment to intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Park District to provide tax increment financing (TIF) assistance for improvements at Clarendon Park at 4532-4534 and 4538 N Clarendon AvePassed491
Mar 18, 2026Issuance of tax-exempt multi-family housing revenue bonds to support development of Morgan Park Commons Phase 1 project at 11400-11458 S Halsted St and 800-912 W 115th StPassed491
Mar 18, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Section 6-105-030 entitling employers of occupations where gratuities are customary to an allowance for gratuities as part of hourly wage rate not to exceed 24 percent of minimum wage ratePassed3018
Feb 18, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Section 2-8-040 allowing Alderpersons to propose up to four honorary street designations per calendar yearPassed481
Feb 18, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 9-108 by adding new Section 9-108-025 establishing public enforcement pilot program for residents to submit recorded evidence of covered parking offensesFailed to Pass1631
Feb 18, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Title 17 by modifying Section 17-3-0207 to remove permit requirements for gas stations in B3, C1, and C2 zoning districts and by modifying Section 17-9-0109 restricting expansions of gas stations in certain circumstancesPassed481
Feb 18, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Sections 8-32-060 and 8-32-120 to replace the term "churches" with "places of worship" regarding designation of and restrictions within noise sensitive zonesPassed481
Jan 21, 2026Amendment of Municipal Code Chapters 4-4, 4-60 and 8-16 by adding new sections regarding cannabinoid hemp product definitions, regulations, health requirements and hemp product offenses involving minors and deletion of Section 4-4-333 in entirety (Vetoed)Passed3216
Dec 20, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14A, 15, 17 regarding management, structure, powers and functions of various departments and agencies (2026 Municipal Code Management Ordinance)Passed2920
Dec 19, 2025Issuance of general obligation bonds for capital projects and other purposes (2026-2027 General Obligation Borrowing Ordinance)Passed3911
Dec 19, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 1, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14A, 14B, 14X and 15 (2026 Municipal Code Revenue Ordinance Alternative)Passed2919
Oct 16, 2025Collective bargaining agreement with Chicago Fire Fighters Union, Local 2Passed452
Oct 16, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Section 17-3-0500 by designating 4400-5099 N Broadway as Pedestrian Street - App No. A8986Passed452
Sep 25, 2025Issuance of formal apology from City Council to Black citizens of Chicago for historical injustices of slaveryAdopted434
Jul 16, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-56 to modify powers and duties of Office of Inspector General with regard to issuance of and defense against subpoenas, professional standards and attorney-client privilegesPassed491
Jul 16, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Sections 2-44-140 and 2-45-110 regarding property liens, waivers, debt and transfer definitions, reporting, and mandatory consultation by Commissioner, requiring agreements with prohibitions and time frames for development of approved plansPassed491
Jun 18, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 4 and 10 exempting public places of amusement and sidewalk cafe license requirements and exemptionsPassed491
Jun 18, 2025Mass Gatherings and CurfewPassed2722
Jun 18, 2025Historical landmark designation for St. Adalbert Parish Complex at 1622-1658 W 17th St and 1633-1659 W 16th StPassed491
May 21, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Sections 2-51-010 and 2-51-050 replacing need for economic disclosure statement requirements for temporary occupancy agreements of city property with form supplied by Commissioner of Fleet and Facility Management with disclosed facts as enumerated hereinPassed481
May 21, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Sections 17-3-0207 and 17-4-0207 removing by-right permit requirements for residential storage warehouses in B3, C1, C2, C3, and DX zoning districtsPassed481
May 7, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-44 by adding new Section 2-44-170 establishing not-for-profit residential investment corporation with the City's participation in the financing structure, acquisition, ownership, and on-going operations of affordable, mixed-income, environmentally sustainable housingPassed3018
Apr 16, 2025Issuance of financial assistance to 208 LaSalle Affordable L.P. and 208 LaSalle Market Landlord LLC for acquisition, construction, rehabilitation and equipping of affordable and market rate housing projects at 208 S LaSalle StPassed491
Apr 16, 2025Issuance of financial assistance to 111 Monroe Affordable L.P. and 111 Monroe Market Landlord LLC for acquisition, construction, rehabilitation and equipping of affordable and market rate housing projects at 111 W Monroe StPassed491
Apr 7, 2025Standing Committee member name changesAdopted3211
Apr 7, 2025Appointment of Alderperson Anthony Quezada (35th Ward)Approved3211
Mar 12, 2025Amendment of Municipal Code Title 4 by adding new Chapter 4-401 entitled "Trade In Fur Products"Failed to Pass1926
Feb 26, 2025Issuance of general obligation bonds to finance improvements to public rights-of-way, infrastructure and transportation, loans and grants, acquisition of property, construction and maintenance of public buildings, economic programs, lead service line replacements, as amendedPassed2623
Feb 19, 2025Amendment 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 hourFailed to Pass2128
Jan 15, 2025Call for establishment of interagency working group to assess and redesign speed limit enforcement structure and practices in City of ChicagoAdopted491
Dec 16, 2024Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 1, 2, 7, 10, 11 and 18 regarding management, structure, powers and functions of various departments and agencies (2025 Municipal Code Management Ordinance), as amendedPassed3416
Dec 16, 2024Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 3, 4, 9 and 10 (2025 Municipal Code Revenue Ordinance) and Property Tax Levy for Year 2025, as amendedPassed2723
Dec 16, 2024Revised redevelopment agreement with Hudson Michigan Avenue Owner LLC to provide tax increment financing (TIF) funds for improvements at Hudson House, 2222 S Michigan AvePassed491
Dec 16, 2024Provision of TIF funds for redevelopment of Congress Theater by BR Congress Owner LLC, RevisedPassed491
Dec 11, 2024NW Side Housing Preservation Ordinance AmendmentsPassed481
Oct 30, 2024Jarixon Medina as member of Regional Trnsportation Authority Board of DirectorsFailed to Pass1825
Oct 9, 2024Refunding of General Obligation/Sales Tax Securitization Corporation Bond, Series 2024Passed3512
Oct 9, 2024Issuance of City of Chicago Second Lien Wastewater Transmission Revenue Bonds, Project and Refunding Series 2024BPassed444
Oct 9, 2024Intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Board of Education for allocation of tax increment financing (TIF) funds for improvements at Thomas Chalmers STEAM Elementary School, 2745 W Roosevelt RdPassed481
Oct 9, 2024Intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Board of Education for allocation of tax increment financing (TIF) funds for improvements at James Weldon Johnson STEAM Elementary School, 1420 S Albany AvePassed481
Oct 9, 2024Intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Board of Education for allocation of tax increment financing (TIF) funds for improvements at Collins Academy STEAM High School, 1313 S Sacramento DrPassed481
Sep 18, 2024Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 2, 5 and 17 by adding new Chapter 5-11 entitled "Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Block (606) District Pilot Program" and by modifying Section 2-44-135 regarding demolition permit surcharge ordinance, and Section 17-7-0590 redefining boundaries of 606 DistrictPassed443
Sep 18, 2024Superintendent of Police directed to enter into and execute new contract or contract extension or renewal for acoustic gunshot detection technology servicesPassed3314
Sep 18, 2024Execution of professional services agreement with Urban Land Institute for advisory consulting services regarding land redevelopment project areasPassed471
Jun 12, 2024Amendment of Municipal Code Section 8-32-065 by designating noise sensitive zones on portions of specified streetsPassed414
Jun 12, 2024CityKey Ordinance ChangePassed461
May 22, 2024Call on Mayor Brandon Johnson to remedy by Ward choice whether to remove Sound Thinking/ShotSpotter surveillance technology with other assurances and advance notifications to affected Ward Council members choosing to retain such technologyPassed3414
May 22, 2024Amendment of Municipal Code Title 17 by modifying various sections regarding permit specifications and location restrictions for cannabis business establishmentsPassed471
May 22, 2024First amendment to redevelopment agreement with NP Avenue O LLC to provide tax increment financing (TIF) funds for improvements at Commerce ParkPassed471
Apr 19, 20242024 Affordable Housing and Community Development Borrowing OrdinancePassed3217
Apr 17, 2024Municipal Code Amendment of Scooter Sharing License at Chapter 9-130Passed463
Mar 20, 2024Support of Class L Tax incentive for property at 1565-1589 N Milwaukee AvePassed471
Feb 21, 2024Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 4 and 17 by adding new Article XXXIV and by adding new Section 17-9-0133 both entitled "Small-Box Retailers" and by modifying various sections of Title 17 regarding use group zoning districtsPassed427
Feb 15, 2024Adoption of arbitration option in certain police disciplinary casesFailed to Pass1832
Jan 31, 2024Expression of support for United Nations Resolution 377 known as "Uniting for Peace"Adopted2323
Dec 13, 2023Chicago City Council Commits to the National Fight for Parole for the 11 Million.Adopted472
Dec 13, 2023Amended collective bargaining agreement with Chicago John Dineen Lodge No. 7 (f.k.a. Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge No. 7)Passed427
Nov 15, 2023Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 2, 3, 9, 11 and 14 (2024 Municipal Code Revenue Ordinance)Passed409
Nov 15, 2023Annual Appropriation Ordinance Year 2024, as amendedPassed418
Nov 15, 2023Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 18 regarding management, structure, powers and functions of various departments and agencies (2024 Municipal Code Management Ordinance)Passed409
Nov 15, 2023Intergovernmental agreement with Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and Cook County for allocation of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) fundsPassed409
Nov 9, 2023Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 2, 4 and 6 by modifying various sections and adding new Chapter 6-130 entitled "Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance" (Final)Passed3612
Nov 7, 2023Acquisition from Albertson's 11414 S. Halsted former Jewel Food StorePassed491
Nov 7, 2023Proposal of new tax rates for Chicago R.E. transfer tax to set aside for homeless housingPassed3217
Oct 6, 2023Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 6-105 by modifying Section 6-105-030 regarding minimum hourly wage in occupations receiving gratuitiesPassed3610
Oct 4, 2023WIFIA Bond Ordinance Amendment of Authorized OfficersPassed481
Sep 14, 2023Acquisition of property at S Burley Avenue from E 122nd Street to E 126th Pl; S Carondolet Ave from E 122nd St to E 126th Pl; and E 122nd St from South Ave O to S Caroldolet Ave and Norfolk Southern Railway Company grade crossing for roadway improvements associated with North Point Redevelopment ProjectPassed471
Sep 14, 2023925 Amendment of 2023 appropriationsPassed454
Jul 19, 2023Amendment to Salary Resolution regarding Chicago Police Department lateral and rehire agreement, health benefits, salary adjustments and salary schedule ITAdopted471
Jul 19, 2023Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 2-56 regarding qualifications and appointment of Inspector General and Public Safety DeputyPassed471
Jul 19, 2023Snow and ice RemovalPassed481

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